Difference between revisions of "Tour Checklist"
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*** Mandalorian Mercs aka Mando Mercs (Star Wars Cosplay) | *** Mandalorian Mercs aka Mando Mercs (Star Wars Cosplay) | ||
*** Southern R2 Builders | *** Southern R2 Builders | ||
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*MakerFX members have 24 hour 7 days per week access to an amazing and growing list of resources and tools | *MakerFX members have 24 hour 7 days per week access to an amazing and growing list of resources and tools | ||
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** Screen Printing | ** Screen Printing | ||
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*Wrap-Up | *Wrap-Up | ||
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** Explain that we are member run & member funded, as if they would like information on membership | ** Explain that we are member run & member funded, as if they would like information on membership | ||
** If its a Friday night, explain they are welcome to hang out, watch, talk, etc - and if we haven't eaten yet, mention we usually go get food as a group | ** If its a Friday night, explain they are welcome to hang out, watch, talk, etc - and if we haven't eaten yet, mention we usually go get food as a group | ||
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*Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) | *Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) | ||
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** A1. Individual membership is $50/month and Family membership is $75/month | ** A1. Individual membership is $50/month and Family membership is $75/month | ||
** Q2. How do I learn about the various tools? | ** Q2. How do I learn about the various tools? | ||
| − | ** A2. You can learn by attending workshops or reaching out to other members and asking for help and learning more 1-on-1 | + | ** A2. You can learn by attending workshops or reaching out to other members and asking for help and learning more 1-on-1. |
| + | ** Q3. Do you have classes / workshops that are open to non-members? | ||
| + | ** A3. Yes. Most workshops are open to non-members and a good way to learn more about MFX and the community if you are not ready to join at this time. | ||
Revision as of 15:30, 2 March 2019
Page for MakerFX members of topic to cover when conducting a tour of MFX....
- Welcome
- Introduce yourself and that you a MFX member
- Discovery
- Is this your first visit?
- How did you hear about us?
- What do you like to make?
- What would you want to learn?
- Would you like a tour?
- Explain Foundation & Programs
- Point to foundation logo banner
- Explain TMEF: The Maker Effect Foundation exists to activate and amplify the efforts of makers as they learn, build and work together in their communities. The foundation is a 501c3 public charity and a supporting member of Nation of Makers.
- Our programs include Maker Faire Orlando, K-12 educational support, fiscal sponsorship of FIRST Robotics teams, and other outreach efforts in the community.
- Explain MakerFX
- MFX is a program of the foundation
- It is member run and funded
- Talk about cool stuff in lobby
- point to posters & pictures
- We have many groups that meet at MFX on a regular basis
- 501st Legion local chapter (Star Wars Cosplay)
- Mandalorian Mercs aka Mando Mercs (Star Wars Cosplay)
- Southern R2 Builders
- MakerFX members have 24 hour 7 days per week access to an amazing and growing list of resources and tools
- Walk the zones and talk about the tools and things people do with the tools
- Epilog Laser - used to engrave and cut a variety of materials
- Embroidery machine
- Electronics bench
- 3D Printers (multiple)
- Sewing machines
- Vinyl cutter
- Woodshop - tools that many people would love to have in their garage
- SawStop table saw, router table, Dewalt thickness planer, Dewalt compound miter saw
- X-Carve CNC Machine
- Screen Printing
- Wrap-Up
- When back in lobby, ask if they have any questions
- Explain that we are member run & member funded, as if they would like information on membership
- If its a Friday night, explain they are welcome to hang out, watch, talk, etc - and if we haven't eaten yet, mention we usually go get food as a group
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q1. How much does it cost to join?
- A1. Individual membership is $50/month and Family membership is $75/month
- Q2. How do I learn about the various tools?
- A2. You can learn by attending workshops or reaching out to other members and asking for help and learning more 1-on-1.
- Q3. Do you have classes / workshops that are open to non-members?
- A3. Yes. Most workshops are open to non-members and a good way to learn more about MFX and the community if you are not ready to join at this time.
