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==What is SkullSpace?==
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* [http://wiki.skullspace.ca/index.php/Community_Events Events]
SkullSpace is a recently founded [http://hackerspaces.org hackerspace] in Winnipeg. SkullSpace is a place for hackers, builders, programmers, artists and anybody interested in how stuff works to gather in a common place and help focus their knowledge and creativity. Whether members are interested in individual or group projects, and whether they're tackling hardware, software, mathematical, design or any other problems, it's our goal to provide the space, tools, freedom, and education to make it happen.
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* [[Projects]]
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* [[Information]]
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* [[Archives]]
  
Our physical presence is around 4000 sq ft of space on the 3rd floor of 125 Adelaide Street, right across from Red River College in the exchange. We are in the process of renovating the space, having gained possession on June 1st, 2011. Our current working floor plan is available as either a dwg:[https://groups.google.com/group/skullspace-discuss-archive/attach/4f1da685feeb39bb/125+Adelaide+v5.dwg?part=4 125_Adelaide_v5.dwg] or a pdf:[https://groups.google.com/group/skullspace-discuss-archive/attach/4f1da685feeb39bb/125+Adelaide_v5.pdf?part=5 125_Adelaide_v5.pdf].
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Our legal entity is a non-profit corporation with the province of Manitoba. We have a member-elected Board of Directors who also act as Officers consisting of:
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==What is [http://www.skullspace.ca SkullSpace]?==
* Ron Bowes (President)
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SkullSpace is a [http://hackerspaces.org hackerspace] in Winnipeg. It is a place for hackers, builders, programmers, artists and anybody interested in how stuff works to gather in a common place and help focus and share their knowledge and creativity. Whether members are interested in individual or group projects, and whether they're tackling hardware, software, mathematical, design or any other problems, it's our goal to provide the space, tools, freedom, and education to make it happen.
* Mak Kolybabi (Vice President)
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* Andrew Orr (Financial Officer)
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Our physical presence is 2500 sq. ft. of space on the 2nd floor of 374 Donald Street, right across from the Burton Cummings Theatre in the heart of the Exchange District.
* Courtney Lofchick (Board Secretary)
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* Justin Lacko (Operations Manager)
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Our legal entity is a non-profit corporation within the province of Manitoba. We have a member-elected Board of Directors who also act as Officers consisting of:
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* Alex Weber
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* Benjamin Bergman
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* Jay Smith
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* Colin Childs
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* Courtney Lofchick
  
 
All Directors can be reached by email at firstname.lastname @ skullspace.ca
 
All Directors can be reached by email at firstname.lastname @ skullspace.ca
  
In practice our membership operates as a collective, with members being as involved as much as they want to be in the decision making process.  Look at our [[Bylaws]].
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In practice our membership operates as a collective, with members being as involved as much as they want to be in the decision making process.  See our [[Bylaws]] for more information.
  
 
Also see our [[Press]] coverage.
 
Also see our [[Press]] coverage.
  
Check out this short video about another hackerspace if you're still wondering what exactly we're trying to do here: [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wamwklXWK4M short video].
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If you're still unsure what SkullSpace is about, KQED has published a great [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wamwklXWK4M short video] on what hackerspaces offer to the community.
  
==Meetings/Events==
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==Visiting SkullSpace==
Meetings are every Tuesday at 6pm at SkullSpace, 3rd floor 125 Adelaide Street. You can also browse our previous [[Meeting notes]] archive.
 
  
Open nights, which are '''days when non-members are welcome to drop in''', are:
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We are located on the second floor of 374 Donald Street in Winnipeg. ([https://www.google.com/maps/place/374+Donald+St/@49.8960111,-97.144483,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x52ea715dcf0040b3:0x83cc84d524e1bcfb Google Maps link])
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SkullSpace has a number of events and open nights each month that offer great opportunities to visit the space and find out more about us. Open nights, which are '''days when non-members are welcome to drop in''', are:
 
* Every Tuesday at 6pm
 
* Every Tuesday at 6pm
* The third Saturday of every month for the hackathon, noon-8pm
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* The third Saturday of every month for the [[hackathons|hackathon]], generally from noon - 8pm
* The first Friday of every month at 7pm (for [[First friday|First Friday]]s)
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Meetings, which are open to the public, happen every Tuesday at 6pm. You can browse our previous [[Meeting notes]] archive to stay updated on what we discuss.
  
 
We also have a variety of events during the week and weekends - see our [[Community_Events|Calendar]] for a complete listing!
 
We also have a variety of events during the week and weekends - see our [[Community_Events|Calendar]] for a complete listing!
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==Contact us/Connect with SkullSpace==
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We have lots of ways to get in touch us!
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The best way to stay informed is by joining our [[Mailing List|mailing lists]]. We have two primary lists - announce@ and discuss@. All members and people interested should join announce@ - it's low traffic, with only a couple emails a week about our important events. If you're more interested in the community, join discuss@, which is high volume. Instructions are on the [[Mailing List]] wiki page.
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Our primary social media outlet is our [https://twitter.com/SkullSpaceWpg/ Twitter] page. You can also find SkullSpace on [https://www.facebook.com/SkullSpaceWpg Facebook].
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The other online place where you can find us is in our [irc://irc.freenode.net/#SkullSpace irc channel], #SkullSpace on irc.freenode.net. You'll find constant traffic/discussion there. Freenode also offers a webchat client [https://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=%23skullspace&uio=d4 here].
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SkullSpace also has a [http://www.meetup.com/Skullspace-Winnipegs-hackerspace/ Meetup] page and a [https://secure.flickr.com/photos/skullspace Flickr] page.
  
 
==How do I join?==
 
==How do I join?==
Easy! First you should show some interest by joining our [[Mailing List]], liking our [https://www.facebook.com/pages/SkullSpace/127670240630811 Facebook page] and following us on [https://twitter.com/SkullSpaceWpg/ Twitter]. You should also come chat with us on our [irc://irc.freenode.net/#SkullSpace irc channel] and show up to our meetings. You can also head by during our open times (see Meetings/Events above). We are open to anyone and everyone as indicated on our [[Policy]] page. You should also create an account on our wiki and poke around and add ideas where appropriate. We also have a [[:Category:Required Reading]] category on the wiki that you should go through.  
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Easy! First you should show some interest showing up either online or physically as discussed above. If you like what you see, browse the [[:Category:Required Reading]] category on the wiki, which is the information that every member should know.
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Once you've done that, you can apply to become a member! Our membership dues are pay-what-you-can, with a minimum cost of $40/month ($20/month if you're a student). This gets you 24/7 access to the space along with everything else listed on the [[Member Benefits]] page. To apply, fill out the [[Media:Membership Agreement.doc|membership agreement]] and, if you choose, [[Media:SkullSpace PAD.pdf|pre-authorized debit form]]. Bring those forms (and a void cheque if you'd like to use pre-authorized debit) to a Tuesday meeting, if you can; otherwise, email info at skullspace.ca to make other arrangements.
  
Get involved and help shape the first ever Winnipeg hackerspace!
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Your name will be emailed to the announce@ mailing list, and if nobody objects to your membership after two weeks you'll be handed a key.
  
If you like what you see then you can apply to become a member. Our membership dues are $40/month and this gets you 24/7 access to the space along with everything else listed on the [[Member Benefits]] page. To apply to become a member either talk to any of us at one of our meetings or email us at info@skullspace.ca.
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==Can I host events at your space?==
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The short answer: Absolutely!
  
When you're ready, fill out the [[:Category:Paperwork]] ([[Media:Membership Agreement.doc|membership agreement]] and [[Media:SkullSpace PAD.pdf|pre-authorized debit form]]) and bring them, along with a blank cheque or a letter from your bank, to one of the Directors (for the technical steps, see the [[New members]] page). To fill in the pre-authorized debit form, simply enter your information in the top part, and sign/date the first two places that require a signature.
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If you're hosting an event at the space, you'll need to coordinate with at least one SkullSpace member, for access. We generally don't give keys to non-members. Of course, becoming a member is easy, so you can simply become a member and have full access! See above for info!
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As early as possible, the event needs to be put in the [[Community Events|calendar]] and emailed to the discuss@ mailing list (discuss at skullspace.ca). If it's open to the public, you may also advertise it on the announce@ mailing list, both when it's planned and again shortly before the event as a reminder.
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We request that all events at the space be open to SkullSpace members, as the space belongs to us. We also request that you solicit donations for non-members who use our space. We currently don't charge to use our space, but if it becomes popular, and we don't make enough donations to be worth our while, we may start charging non-members.
  
 
==Important Links==
 
==Important Links==
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===Community===
 
* [http://www.skullspace.ca/blog/ Blog]
 
* [http://www.skullspace.ca/blog/ Blog]
* [[Mailing List]] ([https://groups.google.com/group/skullspace-announce-archive/ announce archive] | [https://groups.google.com/group/skullspace-discuss-archive/ discuss archive])
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* [[Mailing List]]
* [irc://irc.freenode.net/#SkullSpace #SkullSpace on irc.freenode.net] (or visit [http://webchat.freenode.net/ Freenode Webchat] and enter #skullspace in the channels box)
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* [irc://irc.freenode.net/#SkullSpace #SkullSpace on irc.freenode.net] (or visit [http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=SkullSpace Freenode Webchat])
* [http://www.skullspace.ca/events Community events]
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* [[Community_Events|Community events Calendar]]
* [http://www.skullspace.ca/store SkullSpace merch]
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* [[Members]]
* [[:Category:Projects|Potential projects]]
 
* [[Renovations_Page|Renovations]]
 
* [[MemberAgreement|Member Agreement]]
 
* [[Community_Events|Calendar]]
 
* [[Member Benefits]]
 
  
Social networking
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===Social networking===
 
* [https://www.facebook.com/pages/SkullSpace/127670240630811 SkullSpace] (Facebook)
 
* [https://www.facebook.com/pages/SkullSpace/127670240630811 SkullSpace] (Facebook)
 
* [https://twitter.com/SkullSpaceWpg/ @SkullSpaceWpg] (Twitter)
 
* [https://twitter.com/SkullSpaceWpg/ @SkullSpaceWpg] (Twitter)
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* [http://www.skullspace.ca/wiki/index.php/Flickr Photos] (Flickr)
 
* [http://www.skullspace.ca/wiki/index.php/Flickr Photos] (Flickr)
 
* [https://github.com/organizations/skullspace Code] (GitHub)
 
* [https://github.com/organizations/skullspace Code] (GitHub)
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* [http://www.meetup.com/Skullspace-Winnipegs-hackerspace/ Events Calendar] (Meetup)
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* [http://www.strava.com/clubs/skullSpace Trip/Fitness Tracking] (Strava)
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* [http://plug.dj/skullspace/ Web Radio] (Plug.DJ)
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* [https://www.fundscrip.com/ Giftcard Fundraising] (Invitation code: SS5BMZ)
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* [https://trello.com/b/YhudmLje/eventstrikeforce Event Planning and Organization] (Trello; Invite required)
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* [http://steamcommunity.com/groups/skullspace Gaming] (Steam)
  
Recent projects
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===Projects===
* [[DEFCON donation box]]
 
 
* [[Wishlist]]
 
* [[Wishlist]]
* [[:Category:Projects#Actual_projects...|More...]]
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* Renovations (currently none are planned)
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** [[2012_Renovation_plan|2012 Renovations]]
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** [[Renovations_Page|2011 Renovations]]
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* [[Parts Database]]
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* [[Game Collection]]
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* [[:Category:Projects|More...]]
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===Miscellaneous Resources===
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* [[MemberAgreement|Member Agreement]]
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* [[Member Benefits]]
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* [[Cleaning]]
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* [[Equipment]]
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* [[:Category:Required Reading|Required Reading]]
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===Pages for Members===
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* [[Strikeforces]]
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* [[Wiki_Tips_and_Tricks]]
  
==Why would I join?==
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== Recent Changes==
  
Lots of reasons! Become part of a community, attend talks and workshops, and more! See our [[Member Benefits]] page for more information.
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EDITING - if you want to edit this wiki, go ahead and be bold! You no longer need authorization, just an account that you can create yourself. If spam becomes an issue, we'll return to requiring authorization before being allowed to update.

What is SkullSpace?

SkullSpace is a hackerspace in Winnipeg. It is a place for hackers, builders, programmers, artists and anybody interested in how stuff works to gather in a common place and help focus and share their knowledge and creativity. Whether members are interested in individual or group projects, and whether they're tackling hardware, software, mathematical, design or any other problems, it's our goal to provide the space, tools, freedom, and education to make it happen.

Our physical presence is 2500 sq. ft. of space on the 2nd floor of 374 Donald Street, right across from the Burton Cummings Theatre in the heart of the Exchange District.

Our legal entity is a non-profit corporation within the province of Manitoba. We have a member-elected Board of Directors who also act as Officers consisting of:

  • Alex Weber
  • Benjamin Bergman
  • Jay Smith
  • Colin Childs
  • Courtney Lofchick

All Directors can be reached by email at firstname.lastname @ skullspace.ca

In practice our membership operates as a collective, with members being as involved as much as they want to be in the decision making process. See our Bylaws for more information.

Also see our Press coverage.

If you're still unsure what SkullSpace is about, KQED has published a great short video on what hackerspaces offer to the community.

Visiting SkullSpace

We are located on the second floor of 374 Donald Street in Winnipeg. (Google Maps link)

SkullSpace has a number of events and open nights each month that offer great opportunities to visit the space and find out more about us. Open nights, which are days when non-members are welcome to drop in, are:

  • Every Tuesday at 6pm
  • The third Saturday of every month for the hackathon, generally from noon - 8pm

Meetings, which are open to the public, happen every Tuesday at 6pm. You can browse our previous Meeting notes archive to stay updated on what we discuss.

We also have a variety of events during the week and weekends - see our Calendar for a complete listing!

Contact us/Connect with SkullSpace

We have lots of ways to get in touch us!

The best way to stay informed is by joining our mailing lists. We have two primary lists - announce@ and discuss@. All members and people interested should join announce@ - it's low traffic, with only a couple emails a week about our important events. If you're more interested in the community, join discuss@, which is high volume. Instructions are on the Mailing List wiki page.

Our primary social media outlet is our Twitter page. You can also find SkullSpace on Facebook.

The other online place where you can find us is in our irc channel, #SkullSpace on irc.freenode.net. You'll find constant traffic/discussion there. Freenode also offers a webchat client here.

SkullSpace also has a Meetup page and a Flickr page.

How do I join?

Easy! First you should show some interest showing up either online or physically as discussed above. If you like what you see, browse the Category:Required Reading category on the wiki, which is the information that every member should know.

Once you've done that, you can apply to become a member! Our membership dues are pay-what-you-can, with a minimum cost of $40/month ($20/month if you're a student). This gets you 24/7 access to the space along with everything else listed on the Member Benefits page. To apply, fill out the membership agreement and, if you choose, pre-authorized debit form. Bring those forms (and a void cheque if you'd like to use pre-authorized debit) to a Tuesday meeting, if you can; otherwise, email info at skullspace.ca to make other arrangements.

Your name will be emailed to the announce@ mailing list, and if nobody objects to your membership after two weeks you'll be handed a key.

Can I host events at your space?

The short answer: Absolutely!

If you're hosting an event at the space, you'll need to coordinate with at least one SkullSpace member, for access. We generally don't give keys to non-members. Of course, becoming a member is easy, so you can simply become a member and have full access! See above for info!

As early as possible, the event needs to be put in the calendar and emailed to the discuss@ mailing list (discuss at skullspace.ca). If it's open to the public, you may also advertise it on the announce@ mailing list, both when it's planned and again shortly before the event as a reminder.

We request that all events at the space be open to SkullSpace members, as the space belongs to us. We also request that you solicit donations for non-members who use our space. We currently don't charge to use our space, but if it becomes popular, and we don't make enough donations to be worth our while, we may start charging non-members.

Important Links

Community

Social networking

Projects

Miscellaneous Resources

Pages for Members

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