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The next Open Hack is upon us

wbell — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 01:33:05 +0000

It's that time again: July's Open Hack is this Saturday, 1-6pm. More details here. Expect the unexpected... as well as the usual: people will be showing off their projects, working on new ideas, and generally exchanging ideas. We've gotten a lot of interest in discussing new classes, so expect a lively discussion of what's coming up at The Hacktory.

All are welcome. Come by to meet some new people, show off a project, get some help, or help out the future of The Hacktory. There's something for everyone!

look for the angels, listen for the music

jim — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:00:08 +0000

Long time Philadelphia electronic music pioneer Charles Cohen, plays free weekly outdoor electronic music concert series

Fountain Green Thursdays presented by rizumu

All Ages
Thu 9 July 2009 9 p.m. until 1 a.m.
at Fairmount Park in Philadelphia, PA

featuring:

* Color Is Luxury (Charles Cohen and Tyler Weaver)
* Tony G

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fountain green thursdays
presented by: rizumu
EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT | 2009-07-09 | 9pm till 1am
$free | bring your own beverges
fountain green fairmount park (kelly drive and fountain green drive) philadelphia, pa
go to http://rizumu.us/maps for directions

PLEASE CHECK THE SITE IN CASE OF RAIN

look for the angels
listen for the music

Drawdio class a total Success!

jackzylkin — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:36:14 +0000

So many people (twenty two!!!) came to our Drawdio class today -- from super-precocious grade-schoolers all the way up to retirees, all had a blast at our event. And the best part is, everyone (even the junior hackers in training) left with a sweet home-made synthesizer, and the know-how and confidence to make more great things in the future.

Lots of people stayed after hours to experiment further, some using a simple modification to make a light-sensing theramin circuit, some forming a devastating "double drawdio". Someone also managed to put together a drawdio using old-fashioned point to point wiring -- no circuit board, just a big crazy ball of wires and parts!

We hope to have lots more fun and affordable classes like this one in the future. Thanks to everyone who showed up and made it a hootenany.

8static volunteers needed

Georgia — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:52:48 +0000

8static is a monthly chip music event held at Studio 34 in West Philadelphia. Each month 8static has free workshops, followed by concerts with live performances by musicians and video artists from around the world. The Hacktory and 8static need several volunteers to help with basic event duties:

* Handing out print fliers at local events (concerts, gallery openings) and local businesses (cafes, bars)
* Assist with lifting/moving during setup
* Take tickets at the door / sell merchandise
* Assist with cleanup after the show

Volunteers that help out during the show will not be working the entire time. You will able to enjoy the show. Furthermore, you and one guest will get in for free.

Please email a statement of interest to Don Miller at don@no-carrier.com

Drawdio: Synaestheisiasizer!

wbell — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 02:49:06 +0000

We're all preparing for our upcoming drawdio event (Saturday 27th, 1-4pm; more information here) We hope you are too.

Jack's clearly ahead of the curve with his drawdio-based synthesizer mod:

Swing by next Saturday to put together your own drawdio and trick it out with your own creativity. All are welcome.

Hacktory alum boots up Hive 76 with a 3D printing course

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:24:43 +0000

Our friend and long time Hacktory champion has set up a new hacker space in Philadelphia, Hive 76. Kudos to him and his merry group of hackers. To launch things off, Hive 76 is holding two 3D printing classes. Check out their website http://www.hive76.org/.

You've got to love Philly!
Or as Far would say, "Hack on."

The Hacktory + 8static: Chiptunes Concert and Hands-on Exhibit at Vintage Computer Festival 6.0

bernieS — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 03:26:32 +0000

The Hacktory and 8static are pleased to announce the first 8-bit chiptunes concert and hands-on demo to ever be held at the Vintage Computer Festival in Wall Township, NJ on Sept 12-13, 2009

8static is a monthly chiptunes concert in Philadelphia organized by Don Miller (aka No-Carrier) and sponsored by The Hacktory. Artists from around the world perform awesome electronic music to stunning 8-bit projected visuals at 8static using repurposed classic computers and video game consoles.

At the 6th annual Vintage Computer Festival you can get a behind-the-scenes look at these classic computers and video games. From the Commodore 64 and Atari 2600, to the Game Boy and NES, you can try out some of the custom hardware interfaces and software that world-famous chip musicians and visualists use to create retro electronic art.

The entire VCF East 6.0 weekend will be an open celebration of pre-modern computers and related vintage and classic electronic technologies. Exhibits are hands-on and exhibitors will have live demos all weekend. Prizes will be awarded to the best exhibitors in each category.

There will be fascinating lectures both mornings, hands-on exhibits both afternoons, and special events held throughout the weekend. A preliminary list of VCF East 6.0 exhibits is online now, but is being updated as new exhibitors sign on. Don't miss this exciting event!

Open Hack Report: June 6th, 2009

wbell — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 03:58:36 +0000

Too much to talk about this month-- I won't even pretend to do it justice. Lots of stuff in the works here at The Hacktory. Between infrastructure improvements and discussions about new classes and events, we had some great projects in progress this month. Above, Jack does a perfect pull from the vacuum former with his new garbage-can technique. It's quite impressive to watch, and gets great results. You'll have to swing by next time to see it all go down.

We here at The Hacktory have lots of things going on behind the scenes; expect new announcements soon. To get involved and learn about it real time, be sure to attend our planning sessions coming up week after next.

The next Open Hack is July 11th. More info at the announcement page.

Open Hack this Saturday!

wbell — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 03:18:42 +0000

We're having our monthly open house this Saturday! Come one, come all. 1-6pm.We'll be working on projects, planning new The Hacktory events and generally hanging out. More details on the calendar page

Hacktory Planning

Georgia — Thu, 28 May 2009 16:14:40 +0000

The Hacktory is in the process of making a blueprint for our future!

With the help of the Nonprofit Finance Fund, the Hacktory will be working with a consultant to make a plan for the next few years.
If you are interested in what the plan entails and would like to get involved, check the events for upcoming planning sessions and other activities, or email Georgia at georgia@thehacktory.org.

It is our hope that this process will help grow the Hacktory's operations, allowing us to take on bigger projects, and continue our work in supporting creativity in the arts and technology.