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If you are a member of Milwaukee Makerspace, you should propose your event to the Board of Directors. Be as specific as possible. Provide a date, start time, end time, as well as any additional dates/times needed for set-up and tear-down. How many people are you expecting? How much space do you need? Are you planning on serving alcohol? (You' | If you are a member of Milwaukee Makerspace, you should propose your event to the Board of Directors. Be as specific as possible. Provide a date, start time, end time, as well as any additional dates/times needed for set-up and tear-down. How many people are you expecting? How much space do you need? Are you planning on serving alcohol? (You' | ||
- | Hosting an event at Milwaukee Makerspace is not impossible, but it can be a challenge. The first thing to remember is that we are a community of makers, and we have over 200 members who love to use the space to make things. Sometimes an event is a chance to show off the things we make, and sometimes it's an inconvenience to our members. | + | Hosting an event at Milwaukee Makerspace is not impossible, but it can be a challenge. The first thing to remember is that we are a community of makers, and we have over 250 members who love to use the space to make things. Sometimes an event is a chance to show off the things we make, and sometimes it's an inconvenience to our members. |
If you are not a member and wish to host an event, it's a little more difficult, as you will need to find a member willing to be the sponsoring host, which basically makes them 100% responsible for the event. They are basically running it for you/with you. Trust plays an important role. (Also note that individual members cannot be compensated in any way for use of the space by an outside organization.) | If you are not a member and wish to host an event, it's a little more difficult, as you will need to find a member willing to be the sponsoring host, which basically makes them 100% responsible for the event. They are basically running it for you/with you. Trust plays an important role. (Also note that individual members cannot be compensated in any way for use of the space by an outside organization.) |