Hi Sudoers:
We’ve got a bunch of upcoming programs: you're most welcome at any or
all of them:
-This Wednesday Feb 16 5:30PM Northeastern U/Mills College Oakland
https://makerspaces.northeastern.edu/events/repair-advice-clinic-4/
A beautiful makerspace complex adjacent to the Mills College Art Museum:
feel free to arrive early and walk the campus or visit the museum. We'll
be in buildings C and E in this map:
https://makerspaces.northeastern.edu/spaces/oakland/
-This Friday Feb 20 6:30PM Circuit Launch Oakland
https://www.meetup.com/circuit-launch/events/
Our monthly third Friday residency at Circuit Launch, we’ve added an AI
thought leadership practice group discussion.
-This Saturday Feb 21 noon-3PM Linux Luncheon and Installfest at
StrayCap Multispace
https://straycap2.wixsite.com/mysite/home
StrayCap’s got hundreds of expired Chromebooks that can be converted to
general purpose or specialty laptops; we’ll work alongside local Linux
enthusiasts to convert and configure them while asking: how can we best
re-purpose these in our communities to improve digital literacy, digital
sovereignty, digital inclusion, digital equity?
You’re welcome to take some home to experiment with. You’re also most
welcome to bring your own Linux, computer-related, or general repair
projects to work on and get help with.
(See https://bit.ly/cbsave for background.)
(StrayCap is about a 7-minute walk from Hayward BART.)
-Next Wednesday Feb 25 5:30PM Daly City, John Daly Branch Library
https://www.dalycity.org/calendar.aspx?view=list&year=2026&month=2&day=25
We held a Saturday Fixit Clinic here last June (photos here:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/HJGPpVXVNNTh7SCs7), we’re inaugurating ongoing
events at this Library with this Wednesday evening event.
(The John Daly Branch is about a 15-minute walk from Daly City BART.)
Sign up at http://bit.ly/inpersoncoachsignup. And if you know anyone
else who might be interested: bring ‘em along!
Hope to see you at an upcoming program, -Peter
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Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:32:30 -0800
From: Ghaida Zahran <hello(a)ghaidazahran.com>
To: info@sudoroom
Subject: [sudo-info] Build a site skillshare
Hello,
My name is Ghaida. I’m a product designer living in the east bay. I would
like to run a 90-minute “build a site for freeish” workshop. I see a lot of
local artists who don’t have the coding skills to make websites and end up
using expensive proprietary services like Wix and Squarespace. I want to offer
this workshop for free to folks who want to make a website with AI to promote
themselves or their business. I’d love to use Sudoroom as a venue if possible.
Happy to chat about details.
Thanks,
Ghaida
This artist is visiting town and wanted to know if he could speak at Sudo
Room or give away any art. I told him that we don't have anyone dedicated
to organizing this kind of event, but that I'd ask if anyone wants to.
If you'd like to host him during November, put it on the calendar and go
for it.
*Andrew R Gross, (he/him)*
412.657.5332 - shrad.org <http://www.shrad.org>
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From: Jared Sofoifa <j.a.sofoifa(a)gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Oct 6, 2023 at 10:44 AM
Subject: [sudo-info] An idea
To: <info(a)sudoroom.org>
Good Morning,
I am a Guatemalan Artist in Canada. I am wondering if your space would want
to be part of a project I've been Working on.
https://jaredarmandosofoifa.com/the-ocean-gives/
This is my largest painting to date. It spans roughly four feet by five
feet. I want to give it away in a raffle to anyone that shares a smile.
This year being in a position of comfort, it pained me greatly to see
everyone around me struggling with the rising costs of everything. Being
from Guatemala I have a deep knowledge of plants and how to cultivate them.
I volunteered my time at a giant garden in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,
operated by the local food bank. I realized that I was focusing on the
wrong things, while it was great to feed people, as a painter I couldn't
stand by and not feed their souls. Given that fine Art is mostly out of
reach from the working class, I decided that I would rather "sell" my
painting for smiles. I want to provide people struggling for survival, to
have some kind of hope.
In our politicized world it is hard to be kind to others and not guarded.
What we need is community and unity. I feel like this project gets at the
core of what future artists will provide the world. If you would like I can
provide files for ready-to-print media including a poster with a QR code
and printable raffle tickets from anyone that does not have a 'smart'
telephone. As well as the poem about the painting.
I will be in the Bay Area during Nov.8th-Nov.23rd promoting my Art and the
seven works of writing I completed during COVID lockdowns in Canada, while
also working on my stand-up comedy and music at any open mics I can get
into.
I would be happy to give a brief Artists talk outlining the project and the
future role of Artists as we fight to stay relevant in a world where AI
threatens all our livelihoods.
Attached are some media provided to me from the Saskatoon food bank while
my painting was in their space.
It's not required, but as a working Artist I would greatly appreciate any
honorarium (if your organization can afford it) to help me with my travel
expenses and shipping cost for the painting.
Let me know your thoughts,
Sincerely,
Jared Armando Sofoifa
ps I'm the one in the pink hat. Also attached some additional paintings of
mine.
The Ocean Gives Promo 2.JPG
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NgnL99us5n177f1hw0iRpcO6htjGowsC/view?usp=…>
The Ocean Gives promo 3.JPG
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uourVkx_kbk6BbkOtQfPMZFSEJx8wIND/view?usp=…>
The Ocean Gives Promo.JPG
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hC_1IlgtTLOuxK1DCyVMHUEnneJePUMp/view?usp=…>
TheOceanGives-Testimonial.docx
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EkL-JIBLIpL9BuicgypxjTTw_-TXNwVR/view?usp=…>
Construct Deconstruct Adjust Readjust.png
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1comztlfaDInSj4Z-xMfLN8LRYk6yLQry/view?usp=…>
Covid and the Seven Deadly Sins.JPG
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k-l_od_QFX20yZSEO91Q_jRD30CCh7fa/view?usp=…>
Our Tree of Life and Death.jpg
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/11ZkaeA3XiO96fqsHF-vU8tnSXrCL5Ig7/view?usp=…>
PXL_20221106_164346113.jpg
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xCcsE9kVE-Q4sN8cV0nJLQ7XBvAGZFt_/view?usp=…>
The birds, the lady, and the caterpillar.jpg
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z-lWY91fz3M4Nl1f1Wx-xghCDk_8OA24/view?usp=…>
The Illusive Raven.JPG
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QkI8GaT4Sh5qkacd7NThJSQwSsPsURc3/view?usp=…>
The Moon and the Sun.JPG
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tLOvcNh0YR9g9PlDEt2ZBTauxXX96G5B/view?usp=…>
The Sunken Afterlife.jpg
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qUkfk34C5V-z03fiYcBwIFxeZOgUsdwf/view?usp=…>
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hey folks,
wanted to share another event platform option that might be worth exploring
alongside (or instead of?) luma.
*kinlia* (kinlia.com) is a bay area-based platform focused on "conscious
creative wellness events and communities." the founder gina levy is
berkeley-based and has been supportive of local hackerspaces and community
spaces.
some features that might be useful:
-
*free ticketing* (no cost to organizers, supports free tickets, donation
tickets, promo codes)
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*promotional support* - they help promote events through their instagram
(17K followers), whatsapp groups, and email blasts if you use their
ticketing
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*community pages* - not just individual events but ongoing community
presence
sudo room already has had a page on kinlia for almost 2 years:
https://kinlia.app.link/PSbgInT1rLb (lmk if that link doesn't work, seems
to require being logged in)
since there was nobody there i was made a community leader but haven't
really activated it yet, happy to have others in that role instead. here's
the management dashboard: https://app.kinlia.life/dashboard/communities/1253
*context:* many of us remember when we left meetup.com due to their 50%
price increase. we switched to luma which has been working well. kinlia
feels like it's positioned somewhere between those two - more
community-focused than meetup, perhaps more values-aligned than luma,
without needing to upgrade like luma requires?
<https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?pli=1#all/1923e5111807d7cd>
not saying we should switch everything over, but could be worth exploring
especially if anyone wants to experiment with their promotional support or
if the "conscious creative wellness" framing resonates with certain types
of events we host.
it was great to be at fixit clinic last night and talk with everyone! also
good to brainstorm next steps re CALLI (esp re the new property manager)
with folks last night.
thoughts?
much love,
ajay
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Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:46:42 +0000
From: "Ransford, Gary" <ransford(a)smcl.org>
To: Maker Services <makerservices(a)smcl.org>
Subject: [sudo-info] OPPORTUNITY: Apply to Be Our First Maker in Residence
Hello all,
I wanted to share with you the posting for San Mateo County Libraries' inaugural Maker in Residence opportunity. Would you please share this with your network of contacts as well? Thank you in advance and please reach out with any questions.
Gary Ransford (he/him)
Senior Community Technology Specialist | ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
San Mateo County Libraries
650.502.2171 smcl.org<http://smcl.org/>
________________________________
Calling All Makers: Apply to Be Our First Maker in Residence
San Mateo County Libraries<http://smcl.org/> is excited to introduce our Maker in Residence program, designed to teach, inspire and bring hands-on STEAM learning opportunities to community members across San Mateo County.
This program offers a paid residency opportunity for makers who are passionate about sharing their skills, teaching others and creating inclusive, community-centered learning experiences through our libraries<https://smcl.bibliocommons.com/v2/locations>.
We’re looking for curious and creative Scientists, Technologists, Engineers, Artists and Mathematicians who are excited to share their skills and connect with the community as our first Maker in Residence.
Selected makers will mentor community members through hands-on experiences that encourage transformative learning within and beyond our libraries. Inspired by successful residency models from museums and arts organizations, this six-month program emphasizes ongoing engagement, giving library users repeated opportunities to explore STEAM topics, build skills and grow confidence through making.
The Maker in Residence will activate library spaces across the county through hands-on workshops, self-guided programs, Makermobile visits and open office hours, creating multiple opportunities for community members to learn directly from community experts.
Applications Now Open
Applications are now open for our Maker in Residence program, a residency opportunity for makers who want to teach, inspire and bring hands-on STEAM experiences to the community.
Check out the announcement, opens a new window<https://smcl.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2026/02/Maker-in-Residence-Des…> for a complete description of the Maker in Residence qualifications and requirements.
To be considered, applicants must complete both steps below by Wednesday, March 4, 2026:
1.
Email a resume and letter of interest describing your STEAM expertise to makerservices(a)smcl.org<mailto:makerservices@smcl.org>
2.
Submit the Maker in Residence Application Form<https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=zC3v4AaghkuOaw2iQb-hXUc…>
We look forward to reviewing applications and selecting San Mateo County Libraries’ first Maker in Residence soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
Additional requirements are listed below. Questions? Email us at makerservices(a)smcl.org<mailto:makerservices@smcl.org>
What is the Maker in Residence Program?
Maker in Residence programs enrich an institution’s public offerings and support the careers of local experts in a craft.
The Maker in Residence series aims to offer specialized maker experiences, both passive and active, for library patrons and community members of all ages. The selected resident maker will receive a stipend and a supply budget to foster transformative learning opportunities in our community libraries and with our Makermobile.
Who is eligible to apply?
*
Maker in Residence candidates must meet the following criteria:
*
Be 18 years or older
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Have a maker background rooted in a STEAM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and/or Math)
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Be able to commit to the full residency period of six months
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Be available to meet the weekly hour expectations
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Have access to reliable transportation for travel between library and outreach locations
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Reside in the San Francisco Bay Area
Additional qualifications (not required, but helpful):
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Prior experience teaching, facilitating or leading workshops or community programs. Strong communication and instructional skills are also important to this role.
Calling All Makers: Apply to Be Our First Maker in Residence | San Mateo County Libraries<https://smcl.org/blogs/post/calling-all-makers-apply-to-be-our-first-maker-…>
Dear Sudoers,
✨ We are pleased to announce our new sticker reward program!
✨ Everyone who is signed up for a monthly donation of $20 or more will
receive one of these special stickers
✨ The stickers are hand crafted by us! We machine-cut them from iridescent
glow in the dark vinyl
✨ If you have not yet done so, please sign up for a monthly donation of $20
or more here <https://sudoroom.org/donate/>
✨ You may claim your sticker in person at any of our open nights
<https://sudoroom.org/sudoroom-weekly-events/>
✨ Members, volunteers and donations keep us going. Thank you for being part
of the #1 Oakland Hackerspace!
Hack the planet,
Sudo Room
Check out our happy sudoers!!!
Hi sudoers:
High production quality video on NYC Makerspaces NYC Resistor and
Brooklyn Spark: https://notjustahobby.com/spaces-types/maker-spaces
Fixit Clinics at Brooklyn Spark featured briefly at 8:44 in the video.
Sincerely, -Peter
Hi sudoers:
Bill Nye has launched a new not-for-profit makerspace that he wants to
fill with like-minded friends, StrayCap Multispace
https://straycap2.wixsite.com/mysite/home
Among other things Bill plans to host repair-oriented activities at
StrayCap, thus he’s inviting SF Bay-Area Fixit Coaches to an inaugural
housewarming social / luncheon this Saturday; in addition: Bill also
invites all sudoers to attend as so many or our activities are
repair-adjacent or otherwise complementary with what he’s envisioning
more broadly for the space.
So come on over to Straycap this Saturday, February 7 noon to 3PM,
you’re most welcome to bring your own projects to work on and get help
with.
Please RSVP at http://bit.ly/inpersoncoachsignup so we can get a head
count (select "2026-02-07 USA-CA-Hawyard Coaches' housewarming social at
StrayCap")
Feel free to bring your repair-inclined or maker-inclined or
hacker-inclined friends, or tell them about it, especially if they live
in or around Hayward; StrayCap's a half a block from the Hayward Main
Library (and a seven minute walk from Hayward BART.)
Hope to see you there, -Peter
hey sudo fam,
i remember a sudoroomer in the past had a matching donation system at his
work, wondering if any current sudoers have such a system at their work? it
would be great if we could get donations to sudoroom doubled, that would
make our dues/donations/etc go further.
if your employer offers matching (often through platforms like benevity),
let us know! even if you don't personally donate, you might be able to help
other members get their contributions matched.
much love,
ajay!
