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==[http://pumpingstationone.org Pumping Station: One] - Chicago's Hackerspace==
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[[File:The Alley Mark Thomas Instagram Tour.jpg|frameless|right|228x228px|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/DHQ4jS0iqDr/|Video tour of PS1 by The Alley's Mark Thomas]]
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'''Chicago's Maker & Hacker Space since 2009,''' a 501(c)(3) nonprofit [[organization]].
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📍 '''Location:''' [https://duckduckgo.com/?t=ffab&q=pumping%20station%20one&iaxm=maps&bbox=-87.70836905218115%2C41.9462433639542%2C-87.7041106923302%2C41.94432245649106&strict_bbox=1 3519 N. Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618] 
 
📧 '''[mailto:info@pumpingstationone.org General Contact Email]''' 
 
🫶 '''What is Pumping Station: One?''' We're a [https://www.makerspaces.com/what-is-a-makerspace/ maker & hacker space]. Watch a [https://www.instagram.com/p/DHQ4jS0iqDr/ video tour of PS1 by The Alley's Mark Thomas]. PS1 is a volunteer run place and community where people with an interest in arts, manufacturing, computing and technology can gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, equipment, and knowledge. [https://pumpingstationone.org/join/ Become a member] to get access to our space, tools, and community. Find out more [https://pumpingstationone.org/about/ on our general website].
 
🚲 '''I'm a guest, how do I visit?'''  We have a live, guided tour for guests and prospective new members every Tuesday at 8 PM. It's a great time to learn about us, ask questions, and [https://pumpingstationone.org/join/ sign up for a membership]. Also, you can [https://players.cupix.com/p/nllihJB0 take a virtual tour]. In-person tours can also be arranged [mailto:info@pumpingstationone.org by request via email]. 
 
📅 '''Can I attend events if I'm not a member?''' Yes! Many of our events are open to the public, [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ please check out our events calendar].
 
ℹ️ '''[[Membership Troubleshooting|Problems with your membership?]]'''
 
👯 '''Anyone there?''' Use [https://shopmon.pumpingstationone.org ShopMon] to see real-time activity at the space.
 
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|'''General'''
|[[:Category:General_Area|Info]], [https://pumpingstationone.org/events Events], [https://www.meetup.com/Pumping-Station-One/events Meetups]
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|'''CNC'''
|[[:Category:CNC|Info]]
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|'''Woodshop'''
|[[:Category:Wood_Shop|Info]]
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|'''Electronics'''
|[[:Category:Electronics|Info]], [http://www.google.com/calendar/render?cid=hkgq1nkid9up5e4oe9uacqdlic@group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Chicago Events]
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|'''Arts'''
|[[:Category:Arts|Info]]
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|'''Hot Metals'''
|[[:Category:Hot_Metals|Info]], [http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=tomjudge.com_cl3vcokea3rl5gfflp5d9putlo%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Chicago Events]
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|'''Cold Metals'''
|[[:Category:Cold_Metals|Info]]
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|'''Small Metals'''
|[[:Category:Small_Metals|Info]]
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|'''Kitchen'''
|[[:Category:Kitchen|Info]]
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== About PS:One ==
== About PS:One ==
=== Who We Are ===
Who are the members of PS:One?  How do they communicate?  What do they know about this whole social interwebs thing?
*[[:Special:ListUsers|Our Members]]: List of all members, past and present (that had a wiki account).


=== What We Do ===
* [[Frequently Asked Questions]]
PS:One is a [[Do-ocracy]]. Here is some of what we do:
* [[What is Pumping Station: One]]
* [[Contact Points]]
* [[Neighborhood Information]]
* [http://www.catb.org/jargon/html/H/hacker.html So who are hackers anyway?]
* [https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1fSw_rkvtLdl2LviR44Uilo9n9bL3BDXxI3dH3_oju48/edit?usp=sharing 1st Floor Map At-a-Glance]


==== Current Projects ====
== Member Information ==
*[[:Category:Member Projects|Active Projects]]: Pages for member projects.
=='''New Members Start Here!'''==
*[[MemberProjects]]: More pages for member projects.
* [[Wiki Editing]]
* [[Shop Improvements page|Improve the new shop]]
* [[Biosensor Array]]
* [[Mass RepRap Prusa Build]]
* [[Gathering Materials]]


==== Space Automation ====
* [[New Member Quick Start Guide]]
* [[New Member Orientation]]
* [https://membership.pumpingstationone.org Membership Website] (Sometimes called Wild Apricot or the member site. You can manage your profile, payments and membership level here)
* [[Member Manual]]
* [[Guest Building Access]]
* [[Administration|How do things get done around here?]]
* [[How Do I Get Authorized?|How do I get authorized?]]
* [[Recommended Gear/Kit]]


IRC integration:
====Want to help?====
* [[How can I help]]


* [[Spacemon]]
====Need help?====
* [[Chatmon]]
* [[Do you need help]]


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====What are we working on?====
* [[:Category:Projects|Member Projects]]
* [[:Category:Tutorials|Member Tutorials]]


== New Members Start Here! ==
====Hey, where can I get stuff?====
=== Membership Information ===
Check the [[Sources]] page for an ever-growing list of places where you can pick up wood, metal, etc.
How to be a good PS:One citizen.
*[[Member Manual]]: A condensed list of information all members should be familiar with.
*[[Member Rewards]]: Membership rewards system for teaching classes and help raising funds.


=== Get Involved ===
* Join the [[Main Page#Mailing Lists|Mailing Lists]]
* Come to a [[Meetings|meeting]], they happen every Tuesday at 8pm.
* [[Volunteering|'''Volunteering at PS:One''']]


=== Community ===
'''How do I manage my membership and payments?'''
* [[Area Hosts]] - the main points of contact for the different areas of interest at the space. Contact them for any info regarding the various areas.
* [[Contact Points#Email_Lists|Email Lists]]
* [[Contact Points#Social_Networks|Social Networking]]
* [[Contact Points#Links|Other PS:One sites and online spaces]]


==== Collaborate ====
Check out the [[Member Management]] page for information about canceling or changing your membership.
You are encouraged to work and collaborate with members.
* User Page: A bio about you on our wiki. Document skills, projects, and interests in your Wiki User Profile by clicking your username in the upper right corner.
* [[Skills Exchange]]:List of members, what skills they can offer, and which they hope to attain.
* [[Project Incubator]]:We come up with a bunch of random ideas. Let's try to write them down so we'll be more likely to remember them.
* [[Interestgroups]]: Interest Groups


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== [[Events]] ==
Who are the members of PS:One? How do they communicate? What do they know about this whole social interwebs thing?
====[http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=hhlp4gcgvdmifq5lcbk7e27om4%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Chicago PS:One Google Calendar]====


To add something to the calendar, request calendar privileges from any board member.
====[[Administration]]====


* [[Votes#Upcoming_Votes|Upcoming Votes]]
* [[The Board|Board of Directors]] - The points of contact for day-to-day corporate operations, but not for most tools, equipment and space utilization.
* [[:Category:Hosted Areas|Area Hosts]] - The main points of contact for the (currently 12) different areas of the space.
* [[Volunteer Positions|Volunteer Authorizers]] - contact info for the Volunteer Positions established by the Board.


=== Recurring Events ===
==== Communication ====


* [[300 Seconds of fame]]
*[[:Category:Meetings|Member Meetings]]
*[[:Category:2025 Board Meetings|2025 Board Meetings]]
*[[Contact Points#Email Lists|Email Lists]]
*[[Contact Points#Social Networks|Social Networking]]
*[[Contact Points#Links|Other PS:One sites and online spaces]]
*[[Freshdesk]] - A help desk system that we use to track issues.
*[[Votes|Member Votes]] - How we do/buy/decide big things
*[[:Category:Policy|Policies]]
*[https://canvas.pumpingstationone.org/login/ldap Canvas LMS]


==== Classes ====
* [[Ongoing Classes]]
* [[Past Classes]]
* [[Proposed Classes]]
* [[Study Groups]]
* [http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=hhlp4gcgvdmifq5lcbk7e27om4%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Chicago PS:One Google Calendar]
* [[Apply to Teach]]


==[[Events]]==


=== History ===
*[http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=hhlp4gcgvdmifq5lcbk7e27om4%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Chicago PS:One Google Calendar]
*[http://www.meetup.com/Pumping-Station-One/ PS:One Meetup Group]
* [[:Category:Classes|Classes]]
*[[New events|How do I create an event?]]


* [[Hall of Fame]]
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* [[:Category:Historical Events|Historical Events]]


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==Things We Have==


== Things We Have ==
How to do things, where to get things, what's in the area, and other general reference stuff you feel like sharing.
How to do things, where to get things, what's in the area, and other general reference stuff you feel like sharing.


=== [[Resources]] ===
====Hardware====
 
*[[Facilities]]: A list of what has been made available, and what should soon be made available to members.
*[[:Category:Equipment|Tools and Equipment]] : All PS:One equipment, tools, authorization, safety, and repair information goes here.
*[[Sources]]: Where to get stuff: from Depots to dumpsters.
* [[:Category:Facilities|Building Facilities]]: How our building works.
 
====Other====
 
*[[Resources]]
*[[Administration#Important Documents|Important Documents and Files]]
* [[IT Infrastructure]]
*[[Supplies]] and other things purchased for day-to-day space needs
*[[Member Storage Registry]] tracks locker/shelf use


==== Hardware ====
== What We Do ==
*[[Facilities]]: A list of what has been made available, and what should soon be made available to members.
PS:One is a [[Do-ocracy]]. Here is some of what we do:
*[[Equipment]]: All PS:One equipment, tools, certification, safety, and repair information goes here.
*[[Sources]]: Where to get stuff. From Depots to Dumpsters.


==== Docs/Files ====
====Current Projects====
*[[Member Manual]]:A condensed list of information all members should be familiar with.
*[https://pumpingstationone.org/2024/09/commencing-fundraising-to-purchase-our-building/ Buying the building]
*Dropbox User: info AT pumpingstationone DOT org
*Replacing our member management software
*[[PS:One Web Server]]: Details about PS:One's Web Server
*[[Media Box]]: Details about PS:One's Media Server


==== How To ====
====[[:Category:Interest Groups|Interest Groups]]====
*Wiki Account: Get on by writing a quick note to info at pumpingstationone dot org.
*[[NERP]] (Not Exclusively Raspberry Pi): Embedded Systems (biweekly)
*[[Wiki Editing]]: How To written by PS:One members
*[[Beer Church]] (and Brewing Station: One): Beer appreciation and home brewing
*[[Resources#Editing|Wiki Editing Resources]]: Several pages from Wikipedia that explain how to edit Wiki pages.
*[[TOOOL Chicago]]: A monthly meetup about locks and lockpicking
*[[Python Office Hours]]: A biweekly meetup about python programming
*[[Electronic Music Mangling Group]]: A meetup about making and producing music, all experience levels welcome. Biweekly on Weds
*[[Wiki Maintenance]]: Maintaining the wiki and teach people how to help.
* [[Power Racing Team]]: The PS:One Power Racing Team - the tiny cars everywhere are our fault.
*[https://www.meetup.com/chicago-3d-printing-meetup-group Chicago 3D Printing Meetup]: A meetup about everything 3D printing related. Meets the last Wednesday of every month in the first floor lounge!


==== Misc ====
====Space Automation====
*[[Special:LonelyPages|Orphaned pages]]: Pages not linked anywhere else.
*[[Resources|more resources...]]


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[[Discord]] Integration:


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*[[Shopmon]] - what rooms are busy, and are the doors open?
*[[Propanebot]] -
*[[Tempbot]] - Reads temp/humidity in space areas
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