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You asked, we answered. Again. And again. | You asked, we answered. Again. And again. | ||
So we put it up here, and pointed silently at this page... | So we put it up here, and pointed silently at this page... | ||
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=== What Does ' | === What Does ' | ||
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"To Bodge" is a British term, meaning "To make or repair hastily; to MacGyver; to hack together; to jury rig". | "To Bodge" is a British term, meaning "To make or repair hastily; to MacGyver; to hack together; to jury rig". | ||
=== What Is A Makerspace? === | === What Is A Makerspace? === | ||
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A makerspace, aka hackerspace, | A makerspace, aka hackerspace, | ||
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=== Who Runs Everything? === | === Who Runs Everything? === | ||
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The Bodgery has no paid staff. It is completely volunteer run by members, with a sanctioning board of 7 members. | The Bodgery has no paid staff. It is completely volunteer run by members, with a sanctioning board of 7 members. | ||
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===Do I Have To Be A Member To Use The Shop?=== | ===Do I Have To Be A Member To Use The Shop?=== | ||
- | No, but you may only use the shop for free when it is open to the public. One of the perks of membership is 24/7 access. Check our [[http:// | + | |
+ | No, but you may only use the shop when it is open to the public. One of the perks of membership is 24/7 access. Check our [[http:// | ||
===May I Bring My Child?=== | ===May I Bring My Child?=== | ||
- | Kids are absolutely welcome at the Bodgery! | + | Kids are absolutely welcome at the Bodgery! |
Keep in mind that it is a shop with tools and projects that sometimes involve fumes, hot things, and sharp things. It may not be the safest place for very young children unless diligently watched. | Keep in mind that it is a shop with tools and projects that sometimes involve fumes, hot things, and sharp things. It may not be the safest place for very young children unless diligently watched. | ||
We have a 'tool difficulty' | We have a 'tool difficulty' | ||
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=== Can I use your (Laser Cutter/CNC Mill/ | === Can I use your (Laser Cutter/CNC Mill/ | ||
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That being said, there are two possible solutions for a guest wanting to use a member-only tool. A member might be willing to help a guest, and do the work alongside them. You'd have to ask someone to take the time to do that, and there' | That being said, there are two possible solutions for a guest wanting to use a member-only tool. A member might be willing to help a guest, and do the work alongside them. You'd have to ask someone to take the time to do that, and there' | ||
- | We're open to the public during our Open Shop nights - Mondays 6-8:30pm, and Fridays 7-10pm. | + | We're open to the public during our Open Shop nights - Mondays 6-8:00pm, and Fridays 7-10pm. |
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+ | === Can you make this thing for me? === | ||
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+ | Generally, no. We are not a fabrication company. We offer the tools for people to make things themselves, and the support from the community of makers. | ||
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+ | === HELP!! EMERGENCY!! I need your help making this thing right now. === | ||
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+ | Well...often one of our members who is experienced in what you're trying to do can lend their advice, but it's not guaranteed. Our members are often busy working on their own projects, or may not happen to be at the shop when you are. | ||
=== Is there a Day Pass? === | === Is there a Day Pass? === | ||
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No. See the answer above (Can I use member-only tools as a guest?) for more details. | No. See the answer above (Can I use member-only tools as a guest?) for more details. | ||
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+ | === Can I visit/get a tour outside the Open Shop nights? === | ||
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+ | Sorry, no. Being run by volunteers means that we don't have paid staff to keep the door open and answer questions, unfortunately. We've carved out two nights that we guarantee we'll have people around to give tours, answer questions, and host guests so everyone can take advantage of the tools and space. | ||
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+ | You can check [[http:// | ||
===How Do I Contact You Outside Public Hours?=== | ===How Do I Contact You Outside Public Hours?=== | ||
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Your best bet for a quick response is by email: < | Your best bet for a quick response is by email: < |
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