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Staff & Volunteer Share, Tech Kits
On the Road to Repairs: Exploring the V310 OBD II Car Diagnostic Tool
February 10th, 2025 | Josh Eklow, Technology & Learning Specalist
At Do Space, many of the tech kits available for checkout are inspired by feedback from our patrons. Often, these suggestions come after someone encounters a problem that could be solved with a little help from technology. That’s exactly how we ended up adding the V310 OBD II Car Diagnostic Tool to our inventory. A patron approached the information desk with a suggestion, sharing their...
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Do Space News, Staff & Volunteer Share, Tech Kits
Getting Chromatically Inspired with the Color Muse
February 5th, 2025 | Josh Eklow, Technology & Learning Specalist
Getting Chromatically Inspired with the Color Muse
The Color Muse is a pocket-sized device designed to capture and explore colors from the world around you. Equipped with advanced camera technology and built-in lighting, it ensures accurate color readings by standardizing white balance with its cap. Whether you’re a designer, artist, or DIY enthusiast, the Color Muse seamlessly integrates...
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Staff & Volunteer Share, Success Stories, Tech Kits
Exploring Hidden Mysteries with the MugEasy C30-M Endoscope Camera
January 28th, 2025 | Josh Eklow, Technology & Learning Specalist
At Do Space, we have a variety of innovative technology and tools designed to spark creativity and exploration. This week, I had the chance to experiment with our new MugEasy C30-M Endoscope Camera, a fascinating gadget perfect for peering into those hard-to-reach places. I used it to solve some mysteries both in my kitchen and my backyard!
Indoor Adventures: I started off indoors by...
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Staff & Volunteer Share, Success Stories
Breaking New “Grounds” with 3D Printing!
December 31st, 2024 | Josh Eklow, Technology & Learning Specalist
Recently, I was gifted a gently used K-pod-style coffee machine. While I've thoroughly enjoyed sipping on freshly brewed coffee during my commute to the library, I stumbled upon a slight issue. To make my coffee habit more sustainable and environmentally friendly, I switched to using a reusable filter. This plastic pod works perfectly, but filling it with coffee grounds has proven to be a bit of...
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Do Space News
Lights, Camera, Edit: Intro to Video Editing with Adobe Premiere
December 16th, 2024 | Josh Eklow
Looking to jump into the world of content creation? Have a home movie project that could use some finishing touches? Sign up for our Intro to Video Editing course!
On Thursday, December at 3:30 pm, we are holding an introductory class to get students started editing videos. We’ll be using Adobe Premiere to give examples in the class, but knowledge will transfer to other platforms. The design...
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AARP Nebraska Sponsors Cyber Seniors
November 20th, 2024 | Rachel Drietz, Operations Manager
We’re excited to share some fantastic news: AARP Nebraska has generously awarded Do Space a grant to support our Cyber Seniors program for the 2024-25 sessions. Thanks to this support, our classes remain free and accessible to everyone. A heartfelt thank-you from all of us at Do Space, especially the seniors whose lives are enriched by this program!
In a world...
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AARP Nebraska Sponsors Senior Makers Club
November 20th, 2024 | Rachel Drietz, Operations Manager
We’re excited to share some wonderful news: AARP Nebraska has awarded Do Space a generous grant to support our Senior Makers Club program for next year! This funding ensures that our classes will continue to be free and accessible to all. A huge thank you from everyone at Do Space, especially the seniors who benefit from these creative and engaging sessions!
In today’s fast-paced,...
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Sustainability Summit Speaker Spotlight: Meet Bridget Slavin & Sam Hueser
November 14th, 2024 | Rachel Drietz, Operations Manager
Bridget Slavin (Navaratil), Sustainability Program Manager
About Bridget:
Bridget Navratil is the Sustainability Program Manager at the Omaha Public Power District (OPPD). In 2023 OPPD created a new business unit entirely focused on this priority for the public power district. In her role, Bridget supports the development and implementation of OPPD’s sustainability strategy by developing...
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Sustainability Summit Speaker Spotlight: Meet Hannah Rennard-Ganley
October 28th, 2024 | Rachel Drietz, Operations Manager
Hannah Rennard-Ganley, Director of Education and Outreach at Keep Omaha Beautiful
About Hannah:
Hannah’s current work at KOB (Keep Omaha Beautiful) blends her past experiences in both formal and informal educational settings. She has been working in classrooms, state parks, and nonprofit organizations for almost 25 years, encouraging everyone around her to be lifelong learners. Hannah has a...
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Sustainability Summit Speaker Spotlight: Meet Danielle Easdale
October 28th, 2024 | Rachel Drietz, Operations Manager
Danielle Easdale, Director of Film & Flexibles Material Recovery at The Recycling Partnership
About Danielle:
Danielle Easdale is the Director of Film & Flexibles Material Recovery at The Recycling Partnership and Board President of the Nebraska Recycling Council. Danielle has over 20 years in the recycling and waste management industry with extensive experience spanning many facets...
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