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A Clever, Collaborative Maker Series Inspired by Firefly

A Clever, Collaborative Maker Series Inspired by Firefly

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. And he has a new best-of writing collection and “lazy man’s memoir,” called Borg Like Me.

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A group of talented makers join together to do projects within the sci-fi world of Firefly.

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Overcoming Struggles Through People, Community, and Creating Change

Overcoming Struggles Through People, Community, and Creating Change

Gina Lujan

By Gina Lujan

Gina Lujan

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Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I would be living such a wonderful dream to work with such amazing people, doing amazing things, in an amazing place. People, community, and creating change is the key to true success. We hope to keep on to doing the good work and see where the skies take us. Never give up. NEVER think you can’t!

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Open World: Habibi Works

Open World: Habibi Works

Liam Grace-Flood

By Liam Grace-Flood

Liam Grace-Flood

An artist, engineer, and researcher, Liam makes all kinds of things, including public policy, fine art, electric motorcycles, and computational models. His passion for making is rivaled only by his dedication to ensuring other people have the resources they need to make, too. In that vein, as a 2017 Watson Fellow he's exploring how open workshops democratize and decentralize education, innovation, and industry to make better things, people, and communities.

You can find him at his website or on instagram

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Habibi.Works is a bright spot in an otherwise difficult and disturbing situation.

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Watch an Extensive Tour of mHub Chicago

Watch an Extensive Tour of mHub Chicago

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. You can find me on twitter at @calebkraft

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John Saunders of NYC CNC took a bit of a departure from his machining focused tutorials to do an extended length tour of MHub Chicago.

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Want To Create a Budget-Friendly Makerspace in the New Year? Think, Plan, and Organize.

Want To Create a Budget-Friendly Makerspace in the New Year? Think, Plan, and Organize.

Becky LeBret

By Becky LeBret

Becky LeBret

Becky is Executive Director of Next Ed Research, an education nonprofit which collaborates with makers, educators, and science aficionados to uncover innovative models in education. She works to create a precision-based learning environment through human-centered design. As a maker she relishes in succulent arrangements, edible gardens, and indulges in the fine art of vermicompost.

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When planning to create your first makerspace, it’s important to remember your budget and plan accordingly. These tips should help.

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