Decatur Makers

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The Arduino/Raspberry Pi User’s Group meets monthly on the first Monday at the space starting at 7pm. There is no membership and anyone can join us at any time.

Although it’s called the Arduino/Raspberry Pi group, it consists of anyone interested in using or learning about what Charles aptly coined as “Tiny Computers”. That could be an Arduino to make a doggy treat dispenser, ESP32’s for home automation or even image recognition on a Pi to identify and then discourage the neighbor’s cat from chasing birds. Anything you can imagine that uses a tiny computer that you build and program…

We hope to have a monthly talk/presentation on topics of interest to the group. Might be a demonstration of a cool new project or maybe an educational talk on some technology such as options for powering your projects (solar? battery?) or low power techniques.

Come join us and see what’s happening in the world of tiny computers

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Don't have a 3D printer of your own but interested?
You have a 3D printer but you're still finding your way around?
Got a project you're working on?
Got tips & tricks to share?
Problems troubling you?
This is the meet up for you
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We host Open Build Nights on Wednesdays from 7-9 PM, except the first Wednesday of the month (reserved for members-only meetings). During this time, our space is free and open to the public, so come take a tour!
Open Build Night is a great time to bring questions about Decatur Makers, tour our makerspace, and meet others who have the same passion.
If you would like to work on a project, please let us know some details beforehand by registering for the event. Certain tools and pieces of equipment are restricted for use and require the assistance of a trained volunteer. We endeavor to have volunteers available, but it is not always possible to work on or complete all projects.
This is for makers of all ages, skill sets, and interests.
We look forward to seeing you there!

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Back by Popular Demand! Chris and Bill's Basics of Speaker Design and Construction
Dates: Thursday and Friday, May 15th and 16th
Time: 7 PM – 9 PM each evening
Cost: $60 (covers all materials)
Maximum Capacity: 12 students
Dive into the fascinating world of sound and speaker design with this engaging two-night workshop! Over the course of two evenings, you’ll not only learn the science behind what makes great sound but also build your own pair of high-quality speakers to take home and enjoy.
What to Expect:

• Night 1: Thursday
• We’ll kick off with an overview of sound—what it is, how it works with human hearing, and its connection to speakers. The class will cover the fundamentals of speaker types, components, and design principles. By the end of the evening, you’ll glue up your speaker boxes to prepare for assembly the following night.
• Night 2: Friday
• On the second night, you’ll sand, prep, and assemble your speakers. This includes soldering your own crossover components, installing drivers, and putting everything together. We’ll cap the evening by testing your completed speakers with some classic tracks (think Pink Floyd!) to showcase the incredible sound you’ve created.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about sound and DIY electronics. Parent-child pairs and couples are encouraged to attend! Participants under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Important Notes:

• Please arrive promptly by 7 PM each evening, as we have a lot of ground to cover.
• A demo pair of the speakers you’ll be building is available in the eShop. Stop by for a preview!

Spaces are limited to 12 participants, so secure your spot today and get ready to build something amazing!