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AlexN at 20:01, 11 June 2024

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	'''Learn something.''' Read info about tools, the space, and projects on our [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/wiki/ Member Wiki]. Connect with other members that have skills you're interested in learning. Check out our small library in the Electronics lab with guides, wood working plans, Make magazines, and so forth!		'''Learn something.''' Read info about tools, the space, and projects on our [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/wiki/ Member Wiki]. Connect with other members that have skills you're interested in learning. Check out our small library in the Electronics lab with guides, wood working plans, Make magazines, and so forth!

	'''Get inspired by scrap.''' Generally people bring their own materials for projects, but we do have materials at the space that are free and available for anyone to use. In the Wood Shop, Metal Shop, Bike Shop, and Electronics Lab there are "scrap bins" that are free to pick through. There are also some supplies stored in the [[Storage Space]] on racks maintained by one of our volunteers.		'''Get inspired by scrap.''' Generally people bring their own materials for projects, but we do have materials at the space that are free and available for anyone to use. In the Wood Shop, Metal Shop, Bike Shop, and Electronics Lab there are "scrap bins" that are free to pick through. There are also some supplies stored in the Storage Space on racks maintained by one of our volunteers.

	'''Keep the space clean.''' As members of a shared shop, we all are responsible for keeping the place clean. There are vacuums and brooms in most shops, and cleaning supplies in the bathroom. Do your part, and others will do theirs!		'''Keep the space clean.''' As members of a shared shop, we all are responsible for keeping the place clean. There are vacuums and brooms in most shops, and cleaning supplies in the bathroom. Do your part, and others will do theirs!

AlexN at 19:53, 30 June 2023

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	==Tell us About Yourself==		==Tell us About Yourself==
	Help us get an idea of what our members do and how you came to find the makerspace. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/~~1FAIpQLSdwndX3I36trX0xRfat4NRFUKz2DQ3QXWo8hvrT03otUWh_og~~/viewform~~?usp=sf_link Fill out this questionnaire~~]!		Help us get an idea of what our members do and how you came to find the makerspace. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8HlKJMy_X5C9WjQNGnqCMwnjBkeqSVScGE-7ls6aHJLVYDw/viewform Entrance Survey]!

AlexN: /* First Steps */

2023-06-30T19:39:04Z

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	#Read the Rules: [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]		#Read the Rules: [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]
	#Schedule a [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5L_f12g-McErkW4fvycb4IZ0PiYofy8RHEC1GQMAzRn510g/viewform Safety Checkout and Orientation] in the Shop that has power tools you want to use		#Schedule a [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5L_f12g-McErkW4fvycb4IZ0PiYofy8RHEC1GQMAzRn510g/viewform Safety Checkout and Orientation] in the Shop that has power tools you want to use
	#Fill out a [https://~~goo~~.gl/forms/~~ufqetolkOQcYcbya2New Member Questionnaire~~] to help us learn more about you!		#Fill out a [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8HlKJMy_X5C9WjQNGnqCMwnjBkeqSVScGE-7ls6aHJLVYDw/viewform Entrance Survey] to help us learn more about you!
	#Join the Community! [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTYyMjMyNjI5YzQ0YzJjMDBlNDYxZmE4YzQ5ZTRlNjM2ZmVlMmQ0ZGJjYzBlZDZkYzZhYzMwZDYwNWFiYmMyYmM Sign up for our Slack group] to keep in touch with the community about goings-on at the space. We also have a facebook group, newsletters, and a bulletin board in the Classroom.		#Join the Community! [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTYyMjMyNjI5YzQ0YzJjMDBlNDYxZmE4YzQ5ZTRlNjM2ZmVlMmQ0ZGJjYzBlZDZkYzZhYzMwZDYwNWFiYmMyYmM Sign up for our Slack group] to keep in touch with the community about goings-on at the space. We also have a facebook group, newsletters, and a bulletin board in the Classroom.
	#[https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page Use our Member wiki] for handy info on tools, space, resources, and perks.		#[https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page Use our Member wiki] for handy info on tools, space, resources, and perks.

AlexN at 20:22, 6 September 2022

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	'''Volunteering:''' Have time to help out? In general we need volunteers to do things like keep the shops looking clean and organized, maintain the website, make newsletters, host instructional classes on our tools, and more. You can help out when you have time, and if you want to really dive in we have a [[Volunteer Program]].		'''Volunteering:''' Have time to help out? In general we need volunteers to do things like keep the shops looking clean and organized, maintain the website, make newsletters, host instructional classes on our tools, and more. You can help out when you have time, and if you want to really dive in we have a [[Volunteer Program]].

	'''Donating:''' The Makerspace runs primarily under its own funding, which sometimes is great and sometimes is straining. Donations can help us do things that we otherwise would have to save up for or otherwise fundraise for. Monetary donations can be made [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/donate/ through the website here] or in person, but if you're making a big one you should let us know first. Equipment donations are welcome but must be ~~review~~, and can be proposed through the [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScACcL34evCuNYTm80oXZs11ykaMCgW9c3H_SDcokp5uar6DA/viewform?usp=sf_link Equipment Donation Form]. Anything that is on our [http://a.co/4NLjwM4 amazon wishlist] would be great!		'''Donating:''' The Makerspace runs primarily under its own funding, which sometimes is great and sometimes is straining. Donations can help us do things that we otherwise would have to save up for or otherwise fundraise for. Monetary donations can be made [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/donate/ through the website here] or in person, but if you're making a big one you should let us know first. Equipment donations are welcome but must be reviewed, and can be proposed through the [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScACcL34evCuNYTm80oXZs11ykaMCgW9c3H_SDcokp5uar6DA/viewform?usp=sf_link Equipment Donation Form]. Anything that is on our [http://a.co/4NLjwM4 amazon wishlist] would be great!

	[[Category: Member Resources]]		[[Category: Member Resources]]

AlexN: /* First Steps */

2022-01-22T19:23:44Z

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	#Join the Community! [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTYyMjMyNjI5YzQ0YzJjMDBlNDYxZmE4YzQ5ZTRlNjM2ZmVlMmQ0ZGJjYzBlZDZkYzZhYzMwZDYwNWFiYmMyYmM Sign up for our Slack group] to keep in touch with the community about goings-on at the space. We also have a facebook group, newsletters, and a bulletin board in the Classroom.		#Join the Community! [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTYyMjMyNjI5YzQ0YzJjMDBlNDYxZmE4YzQ5ZTRlNjM2ZmVlMmQ0ZGJjYzBlZDZkYzZhYzMwZDYwNWFiYmMyYmM Sign up for our Slack group] to keep in touch with the community about goings-on at the space. We also have a facebook group, newsletters, and a bulletin board in the Classroom.
	#[https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page Use our Member wiki] for handy info on tools, space, resources, and perks.		#[https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page Use our Member wiki] for handy info on tools, space, resources, and perks.
	#[https		#[https://www.eventbrite.com/o/events-at-port-city-makerspace-2639222132 Check out our classes and events on Eventbrite!]
	://www.eventbrite.com/o/events-at-port-city-makerspace-2639222132 Check out our classes and events on Eventbrite!]

AlexN: /* First Steps */

2022-01-14T17:47:20Z

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	These are some essential steps to get started as a new member!		These are some essential steps to get started as a new member!

	*Schedule a [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5L_f12g-McErkW4fvycb4IZ0PiYofy8RHEC1GQMAzRn510g/viewform Safety Checkout and Orientation] in the Shop that has power tools you want to use		#Sign a [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P6Vx-EO1dzOeSaNR59hQvJkDwS1yMyp3/view?usp=sharing Safety Waiver]
	*Sign a [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P6Vx-EO1dzOeSaNR59hQvJkDwS1yMyp3/view?usp=sharing Safety Waiver]		#Get your [[RFID Badge]]
	*Get your [[RFID Badge]]		#Read the Rules: [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]
	*Read the Rules: [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]		#Schedule a [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5L_f12g-McErkW4fvycb4IZ0PiYofy8RHEC1GQMAzRn510g/viewform Safety Checkout and Orientation] in the Shop that has power tools you want to use
	*Fill out a [https://goo.gl/forms/ufqetolkOQcYcbya2New Member Questionnaire] to help us learn ~~how people find us~~!		#Fill out a [https://goo.gl/forms/ufqetolkOQcYcbya2New Member Questionnaire] to help us learn more about you!
	*[https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTYyMjMyNjI5YzQ0YzJjMDBlNDYxZmE4YzQ5ZTRlNjM2ZmVlMmQ0ZGJjYzBlZDZkYzZhYzMwZDYwNWFiYmMyYmM ~~Join~~ our Slack group] to keep in touch with the community about goings-on at the space		#Join the Community! [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTYyMjMyNjI5YzQ0YzJjMDBlNDYxZmE4YzQ5ZTRlNjM2ZmVlMmQ0ZGJjYzBlZDZkYzZhYzMwZDYwNWFiYmMyYmM Sign up for our Slack group] to keep in touch with the community about goings-on at the space. We also have a facebook group, newsletters, and a bulletin board in the Classroom.
	*[https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page Use our Member wiki] for handy info on tools, space, resources, and perks.		#[https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page Use our Member wiki] for handy info on tools, space, resources, and perks.
	*[https://www.eventbrite.com/o/events-at-port-city-makerspace-2639222132 Check out our classes and events on Eventbrite!]		#[https
			://www.eventbrite.com/o/events-at-port-city-makerspace-2639222132 Check out our classes and events on Eventbrite!]


	~~==Safety Checkout==~~
	After joining the space, you'll want to go through the [[Safety Checkout]] for whichever shop area you are experienced in and would like to use. This is a brief check and orientation on our shop tools and it is designed to assess if you have adequate knowledge of the tools to operate them safely. These can be scheduled by emailing the Manager, or filling out this form: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5L_f12g-McErkW4fvycb4IZ0PiYofy8RHEC1GQMAzRn510g/viewform Safety Checkout Form].

	For those that don't have the experience to operate certain equipment in a safe manner, we have Intro classes on our [http://www.portcitymakerspace.com/events/ calendar] in many subjects that provides that training. (Typically "Intro to Wood Shop", "Intro to Welding", etc)

	==Sign the Waivers==		==Sign the Waivers==
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	*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P3uyh1RVfhkp4aDZiIfZNySyXA1qKX3J/view?usp=sharing Parental Permission Agreement]		*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P3uyh1RVfhkp4aDZiIfZNySyXA1qKX3J/view?usp=sharing Parental Permission Agreement]
	*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OtxCbvqvMLGjs1T2R5bLNDzdL0ZMbQQa/view?usp=sharing Auto Lift Waiver]		*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OtxCbvqvMLGjs1T2R5bLNDzdL0ZMbQQa/view?usp=sharing Auto Lift Waiver]



			==Get your RFID Badge==
			All members get an RFID badge so ensure they have access and for use to check in and out every time they visit. Talk to the General Manager after you sign up to get your badge!

			Read how they are supposed to work here: [[RFID Badge]]


	==Read the Rules==		==Read the Rules==
	Make sure you know what is expected of you as a member of the space and read through our [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]. These are mostly common sense rules, but they do need to be followed to ensure a usable, clean workspace is maintained.		Make sure you know what is expected of you as a member of the space and read through our [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]. These are mostly common sense rules, but they do need to be followed to ensure a usable, clean workspace is maintained.


			==Safety Checkout==
			After joining the space, you'll want to go through the [[Safety Checkout]] for whichever shop area you are experienced in and would like to use. This is a brief check and orientation on our shop tools and it is designed to assess if you have adequate knowledge of the tools to operate them safely. These can be scheduled by emailing the Manager, or filling out this form: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5L_f12g-McErkW4fvycb4IZ0PiYofy8RHEC1GQMAzRn510g/viewform Safety Checkout Form].

			For those that don't have the experience to operate certain equipment in a safe manner, we have Intro classes on our [http://www.portcitymakerspace.com/events/ calendar] in many subjects that provides that training. (Typically "Intro to Wood Shop", "Intro to Welding", etc)



	==Tell us About Yourself==		==Tell us About Yourself==
	Help us get an idea of what our members do and how you came to find the makerspace. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwndX3I36trX0xRfat4NRFUKz2DQ3QXWo8hvrT03otUWh_og/viewform?usp=sf_link Fill out this questionnaire]!		Help us get an idea of what our members do and how you came to find the makerspace. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwndX3I36trX0xRfat4NRFUKz2DQ3QXWo8hvrT03otUWh_og/viewform?usp=sf_link Fill out this questionnaire]!

	==~~Talk to~~ the Community==

			==Join the Community==
	=== Member Slack ===		=== Member Slack ===
	We have a [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTg1ZDQ3ZjhkNjViMGNlMzgxMjY0YTI4ZjM2OWQ0ZjI5NmI0OGE5N2Q5MTQ3YjI4MmRlYTZjZDJlZjhiZGIzOTA Slack channel], a chat/message board for members. You should receive an invite to this when you sign up! You can use this to chat with members, talk about things at the space, share ideas, seek help with projects, etc. It's also a good way to keep in touch with other members outside of the space!		We have a [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTg1ZDQ3ZjhkNjViMGNlMzgxMjY0YTI4ZjM2OWQ0ZjI5NmI0OGE5N2Q5MTQ3YjI4MmRlYTZjZDJlZjhiZGIzOTA Slack channel], a chat/message board for members. You should receive an invite to this when you sign up! You can use this to chat with members, talk about things at the space, share ideas, seek help with projects, etc. It's also a good way to keep in touch with other members outside of the space!



	===Facebook Group Port City Makerspacers===		===Facebook Group Port City Makerspacers===
	Join our public group on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerspacers/ Port City Makerspacers]. Share project ideas, a project you've worked on, maker events or news, and so on! Please keep in mind it is a public forum and be respectful!		Join our public group on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerspacers/ Port City Makerspacers]. Share project ideas, a project you've worked on, maker events or news, and so on! Please keep in mind it is a public forum and be respectful!



	===Newsletters===		===Newsletters===
	We have a [http://eepurl.com/bCArdD General Interest Newsletter] that goes out once a month that features our classes, events, and highlights from around the makerspace.		We have a [http://eepurl.com/bCArdD General Interest Newsletter] that goes out once a month that features our classes, events, and highlights from around the makerspace.
	If you'd like to have your project featured in one of these, just let the manager know!		If you'd like to have your project featured in one of these, just let the manager know!


	We also have a [http://eepurl.com/bd6XZL Member Newsletter] that goes out once a quarter. These have more information about goings-on at the space, changes to equipment/spaces, volunteer work that needs doing, and updates to policy/rules.		We also have a [http://eepurl.com/bd6XZL Member Newsletter] that goes out once a quarter. These have more information about goings-on at the space, changes to equipment/spaces, volunteer work that needs doing, and updates to policy/rules.



	===Bulletin Boards===		===Bulletin Boards===
	At the space there are a couple of bulletin boards that are free use. Mostly they hold business cards for members and people that visit the makerspace. You can also use it to post up help wanted ads, for sale ads, etc.		At the space there are a couple of bulletin boards that are free use. Mostly they hold business cards for members and people that visit the makerspace. You can also use it to post up help wanted ads, for sale ads, etc.



			==Use our Member Wiki==
			You're on it right now! Whether you're looking for the manual or helpful guides on how to use equipment, or want to learn more about the Makerspace itself, you can find it here. If you can't find it, perhaps you can help fill in the blanks! Just like wikipedia this is community-maintained.



			==Sign up for a class or event==
			We offer classes and events regularly on many topics - introductory safety classes, project-based classes, sharing skills, and more.

			We also run community events like Maker Community Nights and Member Meetings as a way to encourage makers to connect, collaborate, and share.

			Classes and events are open to all, whether you're a member or not! Members get a discount on most classes as a perk!

			See all classes and events here on Eventbrite: https://portcitymakerspace.eventbrite.com

	=What a day is like at the makerspace=		=What a day is like at the makerspace=

AlexN at 23:12, 17 December 2021

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 After joining the space, you'll want to go through the [[Safety Checkout]] for whichever shop area you are experienced in and would like to use. This is a brief check and orientation on our shop tools and it is designed to assess if you have adequate knowledge of the tools to operate them safely. These can be scheduled by emailing the Manager, or filling out this form: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5L_f12g-McErkW4fvycb4IZ0PiYofy8RHEC1GQMAzRn510g/viewform Safety Checkout Form].

AlexN at 20:22, 17 December 2021

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AlexN at 22:40, 10 December 2021

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	=First Steps=		=First Steps=
	===Safety Checkout===		==Safety Checkout==
	After joining the space, you'll want to go through the [[Safety Checkout]] for whichever shop area you are experienced in and would like to use. This is a brief check and orientation on our shop tools and it is designed to assess if you have adequate knowledge of the tools to operate them safely. These can be scheduled by emailing the Manager, or filling out this form: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5L_f12g-McErkW4fvycb4IZ0PiYofy8RHEC1GQMAzRn510g/viewform Safety Checkout Form].		After joining the space, you'll want to go through the [[Safety Checkout]] for whichever shop area you are experienced in and would like to use. This is a brief check and orientation on our shop tools and it is designed to assess if you have adequate knowledge of the tools to operate them safely. These can be scheduled by emailing the Manager, or filling out this form: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5L_f12g-McErkW4fvycb4IZ0PiYofy8RHEC1GQMAzRn510g/viewform Safety Checkout Form].

	For those that don't have the experience to operate certain equipment in a safe manner, we have Intro classes on our [http://www.portcitymakerspace.com/events/ calendar] in many subjects that provides that training. (Typically "Intro to Wood Shop", "Intro to Welding", etc)		For those that don't have the experience to operate certain equipment in a safe manner, we have Intro classes on our [http://www.portcitymakerspace.com/events/ calendar] in many subjects that provides that training. (Typically "Intro to Wood Shop", "Intro to Welding", etc)

	===Sign the Waivers===		==Sign the Waivers==
	Everyone that spends time in the Makerspace needs to sign a Safety Waiver. These are required before working in the shop around or with any tool. Waivers can be found at the main desk. Below are virtual copies as well.		Everyone that spends time in the Makerspace needs to sign a Safety Waiver. These are required before working in the shop around or with any tool. Waivers can be found at the main desk. Below are virtual copies as well.
	*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P6Vx-EO1dzOeSaNR59hQvJkDwS1yMyp3/view?usp=sharing General Waiver]		*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P6Vx-EO1dzOeSaNR59hQvJkDwS1yMyp3/view?usp=sharing General Waiver]
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	*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OtxCbvqvMLGjs1T2R5bLNDzdL0ZMbQQa/view?usp=sharing Auto Lift Waiver]		*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OtxCbvqvMLGjs1T2R5bLNDzdL0ZMbQQa/view?usp=sharing Auto Lift Waiver]

	===Read the Rules===		==Read the Rules==
	Make sure you know what is expected of you as a member of the space and read through our [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]. These are mostly common sense rules, but they do need to be followed to ensure a usable, clean workspace is maintained.		Make sure you know what is expected of you as a member of the space and read through our [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]. These are mostly common sense rules, but they do need to be followed to ensure a usable, clean workspace is maintained.

	===Tell us About Yourself===		==Tell us About Yourself==
	Help us get an idea of what our members do and how you came to find the makerspace. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwndX3I36trX0xRfat4NRFUKz2DQ3QXWo8hvrT03otUWh_og/viewform?usp=sf_link Fill out this questionnaire]!		Help us get an idea of what our members do and how you came to find the makerspace. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwndX3I36trX0xRfat4NRFUKz2DQ3QXWo8hvrT03otUWh_og/viewform?usp=sf_link Fill out this questionnaire]!

	===Talk to the Community===		==Talk to the Community==
	==== Member Slack ====		=== Member Slack ===
	We have a [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTg1ZDQ3ZjhkNjViMGNlMzgxMjY0YTI4ZjM2OWQ0ZjI5NmI0OGE5N2Q5MTQ3YjI4MmRlYTZjZDJlZjhiZGIzOTA Slack channel], a chat/message board for members. You should receive an invite to this when you sign up! You can use this to chat with members, talk about things at the space, share ideas, seek help with projects, etc. It's also a good way to keep in touch with other members outside of the space!		We have a [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTg1ZDQ3ZjhkNjViMGNlMzgxMjY0YTI4ZjM2OWQ0ZjI5NmI0OGE5N2Q5MTQ3YjI4MmRlYTZjZDJlZjhiZGIzOTA Slack channel], a chat/message board for members. You should receive an invite to this when you sign up! You can use this to chat with members, talk about things at the space, share ideas, seek help with projects, etc. It's also a good way to keep in touch with other members outside of the space!

	====Facebook Group Port City Makerspacers====		===Facebook Group Port City Makerspacers===
	Join our public group on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerspacers/ Port City Makerspacers]. Share project ideas, a project you've worked on, maker events or news, and so on! Please keep in mind it is a public forum and be respectful!		Join our public group on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerspacers/ Port City Makerspacers]. Share project ideas, a project you've worked on, maker events or news, and so on! Please keep in mind it is a public forum and be respectful!

	====Newsletters====		===Newsletters===
	We have a [http://eepurl.com/bCArdD General Interest Newsletter] that goes out once a month that features our classes, events, and highlights from around the makerspace.		We have a [http://eepurl.com/bCArdD General Interest Newsletter] that goes out once a month that features our classes, events, and highlights from around the makerspace.
	If you'd like to have your project featured in one of these, just let the manager know!		If you'd like to have your project featured in one of these, just let the manager know!
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	We also have a [http://eepurl.com/bd6XZL Member Newsletter] that goes out once a quarter. These have more information about goings-on at the space, changes to equipment/spaces, volunteer work that needs doing, and updates to policy/rules.		We also have a [http://eepurl.com/bd6XZL Member Newsletter] that goes out once a quarter. These have more information about goings-on at the space, changes to equipment/spaces, volunteer work that needs doing, and updates to policy/rules.

	====Bulletin Boards====		===Bulletin Boards===
	At the space there are a couple of bulletin boards that are free use. Mostly they hold business cards for members and people that visit the makerspace. You can also use it to post up help wanted ads, for sale ads, etc.		At the space there are a couple of bulletin boards that are free use. Mostly they hold business cards for members and people that visit the makerspace. You can also use it to post up help wanted ads, for sale ads, etc.

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First Steps

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	For those that don't have the experience to operate certain equipment in a safe manner, we have Intro classes on our [http://www.portcitymakerspace.com/events/ calendar] in many subjects that provides that training. (Typically "Intro to Wood Shop", "Intro to Welding", etc)		For those that don't have the experience to operate certain equipment in a safe manner, we have Intro classes on our [http://www.portcitymakerspace.com/events/ calendar] in many subjects that provides that training. (Typically "Intro to Wood Shop", "Intro to Welding", etc)

			===Sign the Waivers===
			Everyone that spends time in the Makerspace needs to sign a Safety Waiver. These are required before working in the shop around or with any tool. Waivers can be found at the main desk. Below are virtual copies as well.
			*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P6Vx-EO1dzOeSaNR59hQvJkDwS1yMyp3/view?usp=sharing General Waiver]
			*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P3uyh1RVfhkp4aDZiIfZNySyXA1qKX3J/view?usp=sharing Parental Permission Agreement]
			*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OtxCbvqvMLGjs1T2R5bLNDzdL0ZMbQQa/view?usp=sharing Auto Lift Waiver]

	===Read the Rules===		===Read the Rules===
	Make sure you know what is expected of you as a member of the space and read through our [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]. These are mostly common sense rules, but they do need to be followed to ensure a usable, clean workspace is maintained.		Make sure you know what is expected of you as a member of the space and read through our [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/codeofconduct/ Code of Conduct]. These are mostly common sense rules, but they do need to be followed to ensure a usable, clean workspace is maintained.

	===~~Maker's Guild - 24 hour access===~~		===Tell us About Yourself===
	As a Maker's Guild member, you will be trained on how to close up and open the shop. The space is only open to the public during certain hours, and outside of those hours it should be locked up and only accessible by Maker's Guild members.

	~~===Member Questionnaire~~===
	Help us get an idea of what our members do and how you came to find the makerspace. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwndX3I36trX0xRfat4NRFUKz2DQ3QXWo8hvrT03otUWh_og/viewform?usp=sf_link Fill out this questionnaire]!		Help us get an idea of what our members do and how you came to find the makerspace. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwndX3I36trX0xRfat4NRFUKz2DQ3QXWo8hvrT03otUWh_og/viewform?usp=sf_link Fill out this questionnaire]!

	===Member's Slack ~~Chat~~===		===Talk to the Community===
			==== Member Slack ====
	We have a [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTg1ZDQ3ZjhkNjViMGNlMzgxMjY0YTI4ZjM2OWQ0ZjI5NmI0OGE5N2Q5MTQ3YjI4MmRlYTZjZDJlZjhiZGIzOTA Slack channel], a chat/message board for members. You should receive an invite to this when you sign up! You can use this to chat with members, talk about things at the space, share ideas, seek help with projects, etc. It's also a good way to keep in touch with other members outside of the space!		We have a [https://join.slack.com/t/portcitymakerspace/shared_invite/enQtNTA1MjE5NzUxNjAyLTg1ZDQ3ZjhkNjViMGNlMzgxMjY0YTI4ZjM2OWQ0ZjI5NmI0OGE5N2Q5MTQ3YjI4MmRlYTZjZDJlZjhiZGIzOTA Slack channel], a chat/message board for members. You should receive an invite to this when you sign up! You can use this to chat with members, talk about things at the space, share ideas, seek help with projects, etc. It's also a good way to keep in touch with other members outside of the space!

	===Facebook Group Port City Makerspacers===		====Facebook Group Port City Makerspacers====
	Join our public group on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerspacers/ Port City Makerspacers]. Share project ideas, a project you've worked on, maker events or news, and so on! Please keep in mind it is a public forum and be respectful!		Join our public group on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerspacers/ Port City Makerspacers]. Share project ideas, a project you've worked on, maker events or news, and so on! Please keep in mind it is a public forum and be respectful!

	===Newsletters===		====Newsletters====
	We have a [http://eepurl.com/bCArdD General Interest Newsletter] that goes out once a month that features our classes, events, and highlights from around the makerspace.		We have a [http://eepurl.com/bCArdD General Interest Newsletter] that goes out once a month that features our classes, events, and highlights from around the makerspace.
	If you'd like to have your project featured in one of these, just let the manager know!		If you'd like to have your project featured in one of these, just let the manager know!
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	We also have a [http://eepurl.com/bd6XZL Member Newsletter] that goes out once a quarter. These have more information about goings-on at the space, changes to equipment/spaces, volunteer work that needs doing, and updates to policy/rules.		We also have a [http://eepurl.com/bd6XZL Member Newsletter] that goes out once a quarter. These have more information about goings-on at the space, changes to equipment/spaces, volunteer work that needs doing, and updates to policy/rules.

	===Bulletin Boards===		====Bulletin Boards====
	At the space there are a couple of bulletin boards that are free use. Mostly they hold business cards for members and people that visit the makerspace. You can also use it to post up help wanted ads, for sale ads, etc.		At the space there are a couple of bulletin boards that are free use. Mostly they hold business cards for members and people that visit the makerspace. You can also use it to post up help wanted ads, for sale ads, etc.

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	=What a day is like at the makerspace=		=What a day is like at the makerspace=
	~~'''Tour the space.''' If you haven't gotten a tour around the space, make sure to ask whoever is "on duty" and they will happily show you around!~~

	'''Chat with members.''' A good way to start a conversation at the space is "What are you working on?". The whole premise of the space is people making things, so everyone generally has something that they are working on and wants to tell you about it!		'''Chat with members.''' A good way to start a conversation at the space is "What are you working on?". The whole premise of the space is people making things, so everyone generally has something that they are working on and wants to tell you about it!

	'''Ask for help.''' People are generally very social and helpful when it comes to working around the space. You can always ask for advice, get tips on best practices, or have someone show you a tool if it's not something covered in a class or [[Safety Checkout]].		'''Ask for help.''' People are generally very social and helpful when it comes to working around the space. You can always ask for advice, get tips on best practices, or have someone show you a tool if it's not something covered in a class or [[Safety Checkout]].

	'''Introduce yourself.''' There's always a chance to meet someone new at the space. We have a group of regulars that come in most days, but we have many members that come in at different times of the day or even month. We are also getting new members every week! You'd have quite the challenge meeting all of our members!

	'''Make something.''' Of course the best thing to do at the shop is make something! It's encouraged to come up with a simple project to get yourself used to working in the space before you take on more serious projects. Let yourself have time to find where things are, how our tools differ from what you're used to, and what its like working around others.		'''Make something.''' Of course the best thing to do at the shop is make something! It's encouraged to come up with a simple project to get yourself used to working in the space before you take on more serious projects. Let yourself have time to find where things are, how our tools differ from what you're used to, and what its like working around others.
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	'''Get inspired by scrap.''' Generally people bring their own materials for projects, but we do have materials at the space that are free and available for anyone to use. In the Wood Shop, Metal Shop, Bike Shop, and Electronics Lab there are "scrap bins" that are free to pick through. There are also some supplies stored in the [[Storage Space]] on racks maintained by one of our volunteers.		'''Get inspired by scrap.''' Generally people bring their own materials for projects, but we do have materials at the space that are free and available for anyone to use. In the Wood Shop, Metal Shop, Bike Shop, and Electronics Lab there are "scrap bins" that are free to pick through. There are also some supplies stored in the [[Storage Space]] on racks maintained by one of our volunteers.

	'''Keep the space clean.''' As members of a shared shop, we all are responsible for keeping the place clean. There are vacuums and brooms in most shops, and cleaning supplies ~~near~~ the bathroom. Do your part, and others will do theirs!		'''Keep the space clean.''' As members of a shared shop, we all are responsible for keeping the place clean. There are vacuums and brooms in most shops, and cleaning supplies in the bathroom. Do your part, and others will do theirs!

	=How to help out when you're at the makerspace=		=How to help out when you're at the makerspace=
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	'''Volunteering:''' Have time to help out? In general we need volunteers to do things like keep the shops looking clean and organized, maintain the website, make newsletters, host instructional classes on our tools, and more. You can help out when you have time, and if you want to really dive in we have a [[Volunteer Program]].		'''Volunteering:''' Have time to help out? In general we need volunteers to do things like keep the shops looking clean and organized, maintain the website, make newsletters, host instructional classes on our tools, and more. You can help out when you have time, and if you want to really dive in we have a [[Volunteer Program]].

	'''Donating:''' The Makerspace runs primarily under its own funding, which sometimes is great and sometimes is straining. Donations can help us do things that we otherwise would have to save up for or otherwise fundraise for. Monetary donations can be made [~~http~~://www.portcitymakerspace.com/~~help-out~~/ through the website here] or in person, but if you're making a big one you should let us know first. Equipment donations are welcome but must be review, and can be proposed through the [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScACcL34evCuNYTm80oXZs11ykaMCgW9c3H_SDcokp5uar6DA/viewform?usp=sf_link Equipment Donation Form]. Anything that is on our [http://a.co/4NLjwM4 amazon wishlist] would be great!		'''Donating:''' The Makerspace runs primarily under its own funding, which sometimes is great and sometimes is straining. Donations can help us do things that we otherwise would have to save up for or otherwise fundraise for. Monetary donations can be made [https://www.portcitymakerspace.com/donate/ through the website here] or in person, but if you're making a big one you should let us know first. Equipment donations are welcome but must be review, and can be proposed through the [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScACcL34evCuNYTm80oXZs11ykaMCgW9c3H_SDcokp5uar6DA/viewform?usp=sf_link Equipment Donation Form]. Anything that is on our [http://a.co/4NLjwM4 amazon wishlist] would be great!

	[[Category: Member Resources]]		[[Category: Member Resources]]