{"id":10687,"date":"2018-10-23T15:46:16","date_gmt":"2018-10-23T19:46:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/waynec3\/?p=10687"},"modified":"2018-10-23T15:46:16","modified_gmt":"2018-10-23T19:46:16","slug":"apply-now-for-wayne-county-mini-maker-faire-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/waynec3\/2018\/10\/23\/apply-now-for-wayne-county-mini-maker-faire-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Apply now for Wayne County Mini Maker Faire 2019!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-9875\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/waynec3\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1058\/2018\/03\/maker-faire-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Hello everyone,<\/p>\n<p>We are pleased to announce the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/waynecounty.makerfaire.com\/\">2019 Wayne County Mini Maker Faire<\/a>!<\/strong>\u00a0 The Daily Record said it best: \u201cDubbed the \u2018Greatest Show and Tell on Earth\u2019: Mini Maker Faire Attracts The Curious\u201d.\u00a0 During the recent faire this past May, 1,300 people flocked to University of Akron Wayne College where they were able to step back in time and travel to the future.\u00a0 <strong>Mark your calendar now for May 18, 2019<\/strong> for this unforgettable event.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-10691\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/waynec3\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1058\/2018\/10\/DSC_0052-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Maker Faire showcases the amazing work of all kinds and ages of makers\u2014anyone who is embracing the do-it-yourself (or do-it-together) spirit and wants to share their accomplishments with an appreciative audience.\u00a0 It is a <strong>family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness<\/strong>, and a celebration of the Maker Movement. \u00a0It\u2019s a place where people show what they are making, and share what they are learning.\u00a0 Makers range from tech enthusiasts to crafters to homesteaders to scientists to garage tinkerers. They are of all ages and backgrounds. The aim of Maker Faire is to <strong>entertain, inform, connect and grow this community.\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-10695\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/waynec3\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1058\/2018\/10\/pic2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Call For Makers is now open for the 3rd annual Wayne County Mini Maker Faire! \u00a0<strong>Participation is free;<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/waynecounty.makerfaire.com\/call-for-makers\/\">You can apply with our online application here<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0 You can also apply via <a href=\"https:\/\/waynecounty.makerfaire.com\/call-for-makers\/\">postal mail<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/waynecounty.makerfaire.com\/call-for-makers\/\">telephone<\/a>.\u00a0 Number 3 is going to be bigger than ever for us as makers return to the Wayne College to fill the Student Life Building and landscape with incredible innovation and creativity. Remember, space is limited so you have to <strong>apply as soon as possible<\/strong> to ensure that you get your spot at the greatest show (&amp; tell) on earth!<\/p>\n<p>There are several main types of applicants for Maker Faire. You can apply for a <strong>Maker Exhibit, Presentation, or Demonstration<\/strong>. Each has their own criteria for acceptance which you can read about more while filling out the forms. \u00a0Be sure to have a nice picture (that you have the rights to share) as well as a bio ready to give us. This information will be on display on our site and at the event.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-10699\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/waynec3\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1058\/2018\/10\/R774H9U-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Remember, this is Maker Faire, so <strong>\u201chands-on\u201d exhibits are given priority.<\/strong> We want kids and adults alike to be able to touch and feel things, make things, and learn!\u00a0 Here are just a few of the topics we\u2019d like to see applying:<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"399\"><strong>Student projects<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Robotics<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Homegrown Drones<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Arduino projects<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Raspberry Pi<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Virtual Reality<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Space projects<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Food makers (not concessionaires)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Conductive materials projects<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Kit makers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Interactive art projects<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>3D Printers and CNC Mills<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Textile Arts and Crafts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>E-Textiles<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Home Energy Monitoring<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"399\"><strong>Rockets and RC Toys<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sustainability &amp; Green Tech<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Radios, Vintage Computers and Game Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Electronics<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Electric Vehicles<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Science, Biology\/Biotech, and Chemistry projects<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Puppets, Kites, and Other Whimsical Creations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bicycles<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Large-scale Art<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Shelter (Tents, Domes, etc.)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Music Performances and Participation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Unusual Tools or Machines<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>How to Fix Things or Take them Apart (Vacuums, Clocks, Washing Machines, etc.)<br \/>\nWoodcarving<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Of course, there are also other ways to participate in Maker Faire, especially as a <strong>Volunteer or Sponsor.<\/strong> To learn more about supporting the Maker Faire, <a href=\"https:\/\/waynecounty.makerfaire.com\/become-a-sponsor\/\">please click here<\/a> or reply to this email.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-10703\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/waynec3\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1058\/2018\/10\/R4SV6HK-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Wayne County Mini Maker Faire is always a blast. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waynecountyevents.com\/\">events in Wayne County<\/a> are impressive on their own, but mix in Maker Faire and you have a sight that needs to be seen. Mixing rocket ships and makers can never go wrong. \u00a0Want to get a taste for what Maker Faire was like last year? \u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/open?id=1IDCwHfZ9C_w6WPHJboE9A7vnqyB0LQik\">Check out these photos from last year\u2019s event<\/a><\/strong> where we were uploading fresh images all weekend long.<\/p>\n<p>We are <strong>proud to showcase Ohio makers<\/strong> who participated in the Wayne County Mini Maker Faire this year.\u00a0 One such maker is <strong>David Walker<\/strong>.\u00a0 He is a 23 year old music producer and D.J.\u00a0 Over four years ago, David started his own entertainment company called DRAW Entertainment and now he makes a living off of traveling the world, D.J.\u2019ing, and creating\/producing music.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-10707\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/waynec3\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1058\/2018\/10\/dj-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At the Maker Faire earlier this year, David brought a wide variety of audio equipment to show people how to manipulate sounds with today\u2019s technology and create music from anything! \u00a0He also demonstrated and taught how to manipulate music, create remixes, and mix music (D.J.)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Rounding out our makers who participated is <strong>Replay for Kids<\/strong>.\u00a0 They teach volunteers to adapt toys for kids with disabilities. \u00a0Volunteers learn how to solder a wire in parallel with the original switch so that a child can activate the toy teaching them \u201ccause and effect\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-10711\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.uakron.edu\/waynec3\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1058\/2018\/10\/replay-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"226\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>RePlay for Kids has been training volunteers to adapt toys since 1999. \u00a0Their mission is to increase the availability of adapted toys and assistive devices for children with disabilities. \u00a0They repair, adapt and distribute toys and assistive devices free of charge. \u00a0In doing so, they strive to raise awareness and increase the number and variety of toys and devices available to the children who need them. \u00a0Last year, RePlay for Kids gave away over 1,500 toys to children and agencies.<\/p>\n<p>Until next week,<\/p>\n<p>Tom<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hello everyone, We are pleased to announce the 2019 Wayne County Mini Maker Faire!\u00a0 The Daily Record said it best: \u201cDubbed the \u2018Greatest Show and Tell on Earth\u2019: Mini Maker Faire Attracts The Curious\u201d.\u00a0 During the recent faire this past May, 1,300 people flocked to University of Akron Wayne College where they were able to step back in time and travel to the future.\u00a0 Mark your calendar now for May 18, 2019 for this unforgettable event. 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