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September 15

Maker Week Kick-off with Microsoft New York: Screening of documentary film Maker: The Movie

Information: As Maker Week begins, Microsoft will host a screening of the crowdfunded documentary film, “Maker: The Movie,” at their brand new Times Square headquarters.

Time: 7:00 pm

Location: Microsoft New York Offices

RSVPSpace is limited—RSVP required

September 17-18

MakerCon—A Conference for Makers by Makers

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Information: MakerCon is a conference by and for the leaders of the maker movement. The maker movement is providing new insights into local and global manufacturing, design, workforce development, education and creative culture. MakerCon will provide valuable, practical insights into the impact of the maker movement on science, business, and technology.

Date & Time: Wednesday, September 17: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm; Thursday, September 21: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Location: New York Hall of Science

Registration: http://makercon.com/

September 17

Film Screening: Print the Legend

Information: SXSW winner and Boston International Film Festival winner Print the Legend will be screened for all MakerCon attendees. Print the Legend follows the people racing to bring the hot new 3D printing technology to your home, documenting the “Macintosh Moment” of this revolution and exploring what it takes to live the American Dream.

Time: 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Location: MakerCon at NYSCI

RSVP: Must be registered for MakerCon to attend the screening. For more information about or to register for MakerCon, please visit http://makercon.com.

September 18

Kickstarter Maker Faire Meetup

Information: Join Kickstarter staff and fellow creators at this Maker Faire Meetup to celebrate World Maker Faire, Maker Week, and the Maker Movement. Drinks, snacks, and conversation will be on hand.

Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Location: Kickstarter NYC Office

RSVP: Invite Only—Space is limited; RSVP required

Next Top Makers Queens Pop Up presented by NYCEDC

Information: Join Queens’ most innovative makers and manufacturers as well as entrepreneurs, city leadership, educators, and students for a wonderful evening at Coalition for Queens HQ. Featured at the Long Island City pop up: Kickstarter sensation Mikey Chen, the awe-inspiring Stickbulb, formed Museum of Art and Design Resident Susan Taing, QNSMADE Founder Amy Wu, next-gen Plaxall, and more. Prosecco, local brews, and farm-to-table snacks will be served.

Time: 7:00 pm -10:00 pm

Location: Coalition for Queens (C4Q) HQ, 31-00 47th Ave. #1105, Long Island City (in the Falchi Building)

RSVP: Free eventRSVP required—please confirm your attendance here.

Patents 101: Protecting Your Ideas for Fun and Profit

Information: This is an informational talk by a leading patent attorney, Andrew H. Berks, Ph.D., J.D. If you’ve ever thought about innovating and don’t know enough about the patent system, here’s your chance to learn and have your questions answered by an expert. Andy will discuss what a patent is, how patents are structured to protect technology and inventors, how to file one, and the timelines involved. He will also provide information on enforcement of patents and the strategy for building a strong patent portfolio.

Time: 7:00 pm; doors open at 6:30 pm

Location: Genspace, The MEx Building, 33 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

RSVP: This event is free and no RSVP is required. Donations of $5/person are graciously accepted at the door.

September 19

Shapeways & Underwriter Labs Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Information: Two iconic New York maker businesses—Shapeways and Underwriter Labs both based in Long Island—will open their doors for a sneak peek behind the scenes of their operations. Tours at UL will include demos in the safety and EMC labs as well as an introduction to the UL Start-up program. Tours will operate at multiple times at each location.

Time: Multiple tours throughout the day

Location: Shapeways & Underwriter Labs Long Island, NY, locations

RSVP: Must be registered for MakerCon to attend these tours. For more information about or to register for MakerCon, please visit http://makercon.com.

Atmel & Arduino: Maker Meet & Greet

Information: Join Massimo Banzi, maker extraordinaire and co-founder of Arduino, and Atmel executive, Reza Kazerounian, will give a demonstration and be available to chat with guests.

Time: 6:30 pm

Location: Queens, NY

RSVPInvite Only—Space is limited; RSVP required

September 20-21

World Maker Faire New York 2014: The Greatest Show and Tell on Earth!

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Dates & Times:

Saturday, September 20: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Sunday, September 21: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Location: New York Hall of Science

Ticket Purchase (through September 19): http://makerfaireny2014.eventbrite.com

September 20

Next Top Maker 2014-2015 Announcement 

Informationhttps://makerfaire.com/makers/announce-selection-of-2014-2015-new-york-next-top-makers/

Time: 3:45 pm – 4:00 pm

Location: Make: Live Stage at World Maker Faire New York 2014

RSVP: No RSVP required—Free with purchased ticket to World Maker Faire New York 2014