DaVinci’s Faire, Manatee STEM Competition and BarCamp

DaVinci’s Faire Manatee STEM and BarCamp can be described in three words: Share ~ Learn ~ Grow.

We are a community of passionate learners, entrepreneurs, creatives and brilliant disruptors.

We firmly believe we are living in a new renaissance, one which combines science and technology, art, community and passion.

We welcome you to our free event and challenge you to create the future you desire. If you think of yourself on a "Hero's Journey" whereupon you'll learn new things and come home changed or transformed, you're at the right event with the right people. Welcome!

Join life-long learners, creatives, geeks, business people, entrepreneurs, makers, inventors, investors, speakers, robotic enthusiasts, social gurus, information technology enthusiasts, educators, science & engineering people, gamers who dabble in the latest & greatest board games, IoT innovators, Smart Cities innovators, and much more.

What do you have to do? Show up, pay attention and engage. There is truly something here for everyone. This event is FREE with pre-registration, so sign up now: http://davincisfaire.com

Special display opportunities are available for makers, inventors, robotic enthusiasts and cool science & engineering projects. When you register, request a table (with power if needed) - only $10 reservation fee to display your projects! There is no cost for student robotics or drone teams.

If you thought BarCamp Sarasota-Bradenton events were great in the past – you haven’t seen anything yet! With plenty of room at our terrific new state-of-the-art MTC facility, we have space for you to show off lots of the cool stuff you do. The event will include the following:

• NEW THIS YEAR - Manatee STEM Competition

• Displays of today’s coolest technologies, shared ideas, open conversations

• Hands on creative opportunities for all ages – bring your stuff to share

Every attendee – no matter how old or young – has a story to tell and an expertise to share. Come prepared to learn and teach as we all grow together. Register to attend today … and don’t even think of missing the fun! Our attendees range from ages under 8 to over 80. We are age-friendly!

Please share and tell your community and friends. Download a Flyer to Share: http://davincisfaire.com/2018dv-schoolflyer-001-out/

Doors Open to the Public and Board Rush for Talk Topics Begins at 8:30 AM. Pick a time, topic, and put your name on the board. Talks and Event start at 9:30 AM.

DaVinci’s Faire Highlights...
See 2016 Highlights Here: http://davincisfaire.com/2017-highlights/
See 2017 Highlights Here: http://davincisfaire.com/2016-highlights/

Special display opportunities available for makers, inventors, robotic enthusiasts and cool science & engineering projects. When you register, request a table (with power if needed) - there is $10 reservation fee to display your projects!

Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and individuals at various levels. Thank you!

What to bring...

• Bring a Friend!
• Bring your Ideas & Passion!
• Bring a Laptop with video out if you want to present
• No Laptop? Bring a USB drive if you have a presentation to share
• Bring your business card or something to write on - you're gonna meet cool people!

VERY IMPORTANT
Registration is via Eventbrite and is Required. Find the link at: http://davincisfaire.com

Please invite others who might be interested in attending and/or exhibiting, and share this page or our website via social media. If you have a newsletter, please include us and share the fun and passion that is DaVinci's Faire. Let us know if you have any questions, and we'll see you there!

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