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    Do Space Celebrates One Year!

    November 4th, 2016  |   Rachel Tepper, Operations Manager

    Do Space is a one-of-a-kind technology library and innovation space for our metro community. In just one year, Do Space has positively influenced thousands of lives and shaped a new model of community technology for the nation. Since November of last year, we have welcomed over 170,000 of you to Do Space. We’ve seen you create incredible 3D prints and laser cut projects, learn to code, learn...
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    Humans of Do Space

    Meet Teresa, Lifelong Learner and Do Space Member

    November 4th, 2016  |   Danny Ventura, Do Space Marketing Intern

    In the spirit of the "Humans of New York" photo series and social media phenomenon, Do Space is inspired to work with staff and volunteers to create a "Humans of Do Space" series that shares the stories of our members, volunteers, users and staff. The goal of this effort it to capture the people that are using the space and how it affects their lives. What does it allow them to do? What does it...
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    Tech Tips

    Tuesday Tech Tip: 10 Tips to Teach Yourself Design & Boost Your Design Skills

    October 29th, 2016  |   Michael Sauers, Technology Manager

    With products and services depending largely on design skills to appeal to their customers, the demand for good design skills is increasing day by the day. Today’s graphic designers come from all sorts of backgrounds. Some took courses in school while others took it upon themselves to learn design. If you’re one of the latter and need some help in improving your design skills, then read...
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    Technology at the NLA 2016 Conference

    October 28th, 2016  |   Caitlin Lombardo, Community Learning Specialist

    The Nebraska Library Association (NLA) held its joint conference with the Nebraska School Library Association this past week. The NLA Conference is a chance for librarians across the state to come together and share ideas about library programs and services, including technology-based programs. Because Do Space is a public space and a technology library, it seems appropriate to share some one the...
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    Tech or Treat with Boo Space

    October 28th, 2016  |   Jessica Johnson, Director of Community Learning

    Start your Halloween off right with a trip to Do Space for some tech-or-treating! Stop in between 3:30 and 6:30pm to snag some tasty treats and maybe take a short break to check out a tech kit before continuing on your trick-or-treating spree. We’ll also be providing spooky photo props for photo-taking and hashtagging. Costumes encouraged for everyone, not just kids! Share your photo on...
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    The Great Thanksgiving Listen at Do Space

    October 26th, 2016  |   Felicity White, Community Learning Specialist

    Have you listened to StoryCorps on NPR? Watched an animated version of one of their interviews? In 2015, StoryCorps founder Dave Isay won the TED Prize and “the StoryCorps app and StoryCorps.me [was] created as a global platform for listening, connecting, and sharing stories of the human experience.” This Thanksgiving, Do Space is offering members the opportunity to learn about recording...
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    Community Projects

    Jump Start Your Career with ResCare Workforce Services

    October 26th, 2016  |   Tori Conley, Guest Blogger from Rescare

    Whether you are actively job searching or just keeping an eye out for better career opportunities, Career Jump Start is a four-in-one workshop designed to give you an edge over other candidates.  Get the tools you need to stand out from the crowd! Find out about ResumePro!  Build a unique marketing piece using state-of-the-art technology that identifies key terms related to the...
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    Humans of Do Space

    Meet Ken, Electronics Technician and Do Space Member

    October 25th, 2016  |   Danny Ventura, Do Space Marketing Intern

    In the spirit of the "Humans of New York" photo series and social media phenomenon, Do Space is inspired to work with staff and volunteers to create a "Humans of Do Space" series that shares the stories of our members, volunteers, users and staff. The goal of this effort it to capture the people that are using the space and how it affects their lives. What does it allow them to do? What does it...
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    Halloween Hacks: Glow In the Dark Workshop

    October 24th, 2016  |   Paul Wrider

    Your Halloween costume is LAME! It would be so much better if it glowed. Come to Do Space on Saturday, October 29th at 1PM to find out how to use technology like LEDs and Electroluminecent Wire to bright light to clothes, accessories and decorations!  Bring anything you'd like to light up - we'll provide the tools and materials. Don''t let your family, friends and neighborhood down!  Make...
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    Tech Tips

    Tuesday Tech Tip: Google has a built in metronome

    October 22nd, 2016  |   Michael Sauers, Technology Manager

    I know we've got some musicians that use Do Space on a regular basis so here's one for them: Did you know that if you search Google for metronome you'll be presented with an on-screen one that you can adjust from 40-208...
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