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SUMMARY:🏠 IndieWeb Homebrew Website Club
DESCRIPTION:Homebrew Website Club is a growing world-wide network of meetups for everyone who wants to take back their web experience from social media silos\, and own their online identities & content\, or just want support with blogging!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/homebrew-website-club/2026-02-01/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T103000
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SUMMARY:👾 HDMI Video Throwie Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you’ll use a Pi Pico microcontroller to send low-res (320×240) digital video to an HDMI display. Despite its limitations\, the cool thing about this device is that it’s inexpensive enough that you can plug it in somewhere (perhaps a wall of TVs at an electronics store) and leave it behind for prank/art/propaganda purposes. The term “throwie” usually refers to a battery-powered device such as an LED light or radio transmitter with magnets on the back\, tossed onto a high metal surface where it can’t easily be reached. \nYour Pi Pico will generate video in the DVI-D format rather than the newer HDMI standard. But because HDMI is backwards compatible with DVI-D\, your device should work with any HDMI monitor or TV. \nHere’s what’s in the kit:\n\nPi Pico board w/ microUSB port\nPico DVI video sock\ninsulated wire (4″)\nheat shrink tubing (3″)\n\nHere’s what else you’ll need:\n\nHDMI cable\nmicroUSB cable with data connection\ncomputer (macOS/Linux/Windows)\nsoldering iron\nlead-free solder\nflux paste\nheader pins (optional)\nwire stripping tool (optional)\n\n➡️ Instructions \nRegister\ncoming soon!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/hdmi-video-throwie-workshop-feb-1/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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SUMMARY:👾 HDMI Video Throwie Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Solder DVI sock to Pi Pico board (see photo).\n\n\n\nConnect “5” pin on DVI sock to “VSYS” pin on Pi Pico and solder in place.\n\n\n\nFollow the instructions at the following URL to load CircuitPython firmware\, libraries\, and code.py file onto your device. You’ll need a microUSB cable with a data connection. https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-dvi-sock-for-pico\n\n\n\nConnect your HDMI throwie to a TV or monitor and test it out!\n\n\n\n(Optinal) Trim the heat shrink tubing to size\, slip it over the device\, and shrink it with a heat gun or hairdryer.\n\n\nRegister:\nRegistration for this event is now closed. We'll offer it again soon!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/hdmi-video-throwie-workshop-jan-31/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20260129T201944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T201955Z
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SUMMARY:❤️ Soldering Practice: LED Heart Board
DESCRIPTION:Come out and get some soldering practice! This time we’re making a heart-shaped board with 22 LEDs\, using an oscillator circuit to dim and brighten them at the speed you choose. \nThis project is ideal for folks who have soldered at least once before. Beginners are welcome to join us\, but it may take you more than one session to finish. Working with a friend is encouraged! \nThe kit you’ll need to complete this project costs $5.50. We’re suggesting a $10–$25 donation for the class\, no one turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister:\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Sorry. \nHere's a link to future workshops in this series!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/led-heart-class-jan-30/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251231T222738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T182511Z
UID:10003819-1769774400-1769779800@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:⚡️ Beginner Soldering: LED Spinning Top
DESCRIPTION:For this class we’re building a spinning top toy with LED lights that flash when it spins. No previous soldering experience required! \n\nRegistration\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Sorry. \nHere's a link to future workshops in this series! \n   \n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/led-spinning-top-jan-30/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T203000
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CREATED:20250426T182504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T182504Z
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SUMMARY:🪐 Speculative Futures Reading Group
DESCRIPTION:The Speculative Futures Reading Group meets on the last Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m.!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/speculative-futures-group/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T170000
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SUMMARY:✏️ T̶h̶e̶ ̶W̶r̶i̶t̶i̶n̶g̶ ̶R̶o̶o̶m̶ (canceled due to cold!)
DESCRIPTION:We’re canceling this week’s Writing Room due to low temps and icy conditions. Stay warm\, everyone! \nCome co-work with other writers in three 40-minute units of silent writing. Writers and projects of any type welcome. 10-minute breaks and accountability check-ins between units. BYO coffee\, water\, computer chargers\, notepads\, etc.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/the-writing-room-jan-27/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T180000
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SUMMARY:🚧 Make Your First Website (canceled due to the weather!)
DESCRIPTION:Make a home page like it’s 1999! Join us at Iffy Books for a new workshop called Make Your First Website\, led by Ragman a.k.a. Richard Green. You’ll learn the basics of HTML and create a static site on the free hosting service Neocities. No experience necessary! \nPlease bring a laptop if you have one. We’re suggesting a $5–$25 donation for this workshop\, no one turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/first-website-jan-26/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T123000
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CREATED:20260123T184403Z
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SUMMARY:🏠 Host a Website at Home (Moved to Sunday!)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the workshop Host a Website at Home! You’ll learn to run a web server using Apache on a single-board computer\, letting you host a website from your home internet connection. \nWe’ll have home server kits available for $51.99. Here’s what’s included: \n• Orange Pi Zero 3 single-board computer\n• Micro HDMI adapter cable\n• 20W power supply w/ USB-C port\n• 60W USB-C to USB-C power cable (6″)\n• zip tie & rubber bands \nHere’s what you’ll need at home: \n• Monitor or TV w/ HDMI input\n• micro SD card (16GB or larger)\n• Ethernet cable\n• HDMI cable\n• USB keyboard with USB-A plug \nRegister:\nRegistration for this event is now closed. We'll offer it again soon!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/website-at-home-2026-2/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251231T232508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T232520Z
UID:10003877-1769176800-1769184000@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:❤️ Soldering Practice: LED Heart Board
DESCRIPTION:Come out and get some soldering practice! This time we’re making a heart-shaped board with 22 LEDs\, using an oscillator circuit to dim and brighten them at the speed you choose. \nThis project is ideal for folks who have soldered at least once before. Beginners are welcome to join us\, but it may take you more than one session to finish. Working with a friend is encouraged! \nThe kit you’ll need to complete this project costs $5.50. We’re suggesting a $10–$25 donation for the class\, no one turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister:\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Sorry. \nHere's a link to future workshops in this series!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/led-heart-class-jan-23/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T133000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251231T221825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T182513Z
UID:10003818-1769169600-1769175000@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:⚡️ Beginner Soldering: LED Spinning Top
DESCRIPTION:For this class we’re building a spinning top toy with LED lights that flash when it spins. No previous soldering experience required! \n\nRegistration\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Sorry. \nHere's a link to future workshops in this series! \n   \n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/led-spinning-top-jan-23/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20260105T143024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T202149Z
UID:10003960-1769104800-1769113800@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:🖼️  Beginner Block Printing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 22nd from 6:00–8:30 p.m. and learn the basics of block printing. We’ll carve designs into linoleum blocks and make prints with a provisional press. Thanks to Bryn for putting it together! \nRegister:\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Sorry. \nHere's a link to future workshops in this series! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon! \n   \n  \n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/block-printing-jan-22/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251219T154859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T155234Z
UID:10002546-1769022000-1769027400@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:👁️ Intelligence History Reading Group: 'Den of Spies' by Craig Unger
DESCRIPTION:For our January meeting we’re reading Den of Spies: Reagan\, Carter\, and the Secret History of the Treason That Stole the White House (2025) by Craig Unger. \n  \nIt was a tinderbox of an accusation. In April 1991\, the New York Times ran an op-ed alleging that Ronald Reagan’s 1980 presidential campaign had conspired with the Iranian government to delay the release of 52 American hostages until after the 1980 election. The Iranian hostage crisis was President Jimmy Carter’s largest political vulnerability\, and his lack of success freeing them ultimately sealed his fate at the ballot box. In return for keeping Americans in captivity until Reagan assumed the oath of office\, the Republicans had secretly funneled arms to Iran. Treasonous and illegal\, the operation—planned and executed by Reagan’s campaign manager Bill Casey—amounted to a shadow foreign policy run by private citizens that ensured Reagan’s victory. \nInvestigative journalist Craig Unger was one of the first reporters covering the October Surprise—initially for Esquire and then Newsweek—and while attempting to unravel the mystery\, he was fired\, sued\, and ostracized by the Washington press corps\, as a counter narrative took hold: The October Surprise was a hoax. Though Unger later recovered his name and became a bestselling author on Republican abuses of power\, the October Surprise remained his white whale\, the project he—as well as legendary investigative journalist\, the late Robert Parry—worked on late at night and between assignments. \nIn Den of Spies\, Unger reveals the definitive story of the October Surprise\, going inside his three-decade reporting odyssey\, along with Parry’s never-before-seen archives\, and sharing startling truths about what really happened in 1980. The result is a real-life political thriller filled with double agents\, CIA operatives\, slippery politicians\, KGB documents\, wealthy Republicans\, and dogged journalists. A timely and provocative history that presages our Trump-era political scandals\, Den of Spies demonstrates the stakes of allowing the politics of the moment to obscure the writing of our history.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/intelligence-history-group-jan-21/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20260120T153730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T192148Z
UID:10003645-1768928400-1768937400@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:✏️ T̶h̶e̶ ̶W̶r̶i̶t̶i̶n̶g̶ ̶R̶o̶o̶m̶ (canceled due to cold!)
DESCRIPTION:We’re calling off the group this week due to cold temps. Stay warm\, everyone! \nCome co-work with other writers in three 40-minute units of silent writing. Writers and projects of any type welcome. 10-minute breaks and accountability check-ins between units. BYO coffee\, water\, computer chargers\, notepads\, etc.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/the-writing-room-jan-20/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iffybooks.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Writing_Room_Canceled_Web.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251231T212810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T220200Z
UID:10003934-1768732200-1768737600@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:📡 Meshtastic 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to Meshtastic\, an application that lets you send private text messages over the air using pocket-sized LoRa radio transceivers. We’ll show you how to flash the latest Meshtastic firmware to the device\, customize the settings\, and start chatting with your friends. \nWe’re suggesting a $5–$15 donation for the class\, no one turned away for lack of funds. \nHere’s a link to our zine on LoRa + Meshtastic.\nRegister:\nRegistration for this event is now closed. We'll offer it again soon! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon! \n   \n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/meshtastic-jan-18/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iffybooks.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Meshtastic_logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20260115T193646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T193818Z
UID:10003710-1768645800-1768653000@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:🌤️ Breadboard Weather Display Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn to connect an ESP32 microcontroller and an OLED screen on a breadboard to make a web-connected weather display! \nRegister\nRegistration for this event is now closed. We'll offer it again soon! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/breadboard-weather-display-jan-17/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251231T232028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T232250Z
UID:10003946-1768572000-1768579200@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:❤️ Soldering Practice: LED Heart Board
DESCRIPTION:Come out and get some soldering practice! This time we’re making a heart-shaped board with 22 LEDs\, using an oscillator circuit to dim and brighten them at the speed you choose. \nThis project is ideal for folks who have soldered at least once before. Beginners are welcome to join us\, but it may take you more than one session to finish. Working with a friend is encouraged! \nThe kit you’ll need to complete this project costs $5.50. We’re suggesting a $10–$25 donation for the class\, no one turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister:\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Sorry. \nHere's a link to future workshops in this series! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/led-heart-2026-jan-16/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://iffybooks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Heart_LED_Kit-1.gif
ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T133000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251231T221301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T182519Z
UID:10003817-1768564800-1768570200@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:⚡️ Beginner Soldering: LED Spinning Top
DESCRIPTION:For this class we’re building a spinning top toy with LED lights that flash when it spins. No previous soldering experience required! \n\nRegistration\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Sorry. \nHere's a link to future workshops in this series! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon! \n   \n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/led-spinning-top-jan-16/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251119T202919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T195415Z
UID:10003705-1768501800-1768509000@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:💻 Nushell Basics
DESCRIPTION:Nushell is a modern shell that combines a rich programming language with a fully functional shell for efficient and versatile usage. \nRegister\nRegistration for this event is now closed. We'll offer it again soon! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/nushell-basics/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iffybooks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/nushell-example.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251211T220702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T142525Z
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SUMMARY:🤔 FAFIO Beginner Tech Meetup: Share a File with BitTorrent
DESCRIPTION:FAFIO is a new meetup for folks who want to learn new tech skills but aren’t sure where to start. Let’s fuck around and figure it out! Feel free to come and work on something else! \nThis month we’re focusing on BitTorrent\, a widely used peer-to-peer file sharing protocol. If you’ve ever wanted to share big files without using centralized “cloud” services\, this meetup is for you! \nHere’s the zine we’ll be working through: \n🗒️ Share a file with BitTorrent\n▸ PDF\n▸ Imposed PDF \n  \n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/fafio-meetup-2026-jan-14/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T193000
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SUMMARY:✏️ The Writing Room
DESCRIPTION:Come co-work with other writers in three 40-minute units of silent writing. Writers and projects of any type welcome. 10-minute breaks and accountability check-ins between units. BYO coffee\, water\, computer chargers\, notepads\, etc.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/the-writing-room-tues/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251207T184540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T214105Z
UID:10003768-1768143600-1768150800@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:🧵 Anarchist Sewing Club
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning to sew\, mend or make clothes? Already know how and wanna hang out with people while sewing? Come and join us! Sewing supplies and a sewing machine will be available for anyone needing them.\n  \nImage credit
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/anarchist-sewing-club/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251027T192014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T192031Z
UID:10003604-1768127400-1768134600@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:⏳ Pico LED Hourglass Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make a programmable game timer and dice with a Pi Pico microcontroller! First you’ll solder six LEDs\, two switches\, and a vibration motor to the board’s GPIO pins. Then you’ll install and customize the CircuitPython code that makes it work. No experience needed! \nYou’ll need to buy a kit for $8.50 to complete this project. \n• RP2040/Pi Pico board\n• wood base w/ pilot holes\n• 6 LED lights\n• vibration motor\n• push button switch\n• 4 screws w /spacers \nInstructions & starter code \nRegister\nRegistration for this event is now closed. We'll offer it again soon! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/pico-led-hourglass-workshop-jan-11/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251211T220301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T155657Z
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SUMMARY:⚙️ Neo-Luddite Reading Group: 'Technics and Civilization' by Lewis Mumford (moved to Saturday!)
DESCRIPTION:➡️ Virtual Meetup Link\nDiscord: Email neoluddite@victorgom.es for an invite! \nFull schedule: victorgom.es/neoluddite \nIf you’re joining for the first time\, I’d suggest you read this before anything else for brief context: What the Luddites Really Fought Against by Richard Conniff.The only expectation is that you read the chapter(s) of the book that’s listed for that meeting. You’re still welcome to participate if you haven’t done the readings as long as you are mindful. For each chapter\, I’ve also noted some optional readings for context\, so I’d suggest checking those out rather than reading ahead in the book. And remember\, if you ever find yourself struggling with any of the readings or concepts\, reach out! Either directly to me over email or to the entire group over discord.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/neo-luddites-jan-10/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T123000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251206T195405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T195421Z
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SUMMARY:🚂 Model Internet Club
DESCRIPTION:The Model Internet Club is back! Join us every second Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for an informal meetup focused on building small-scale computer networks. \nNo registration needed for this event! If we run out of space we can expand into our back yard area.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/model-internet-2026/2026-01-10/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251210T181228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T042923Z
UID:10003793-1767981600-1767988800@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:🛠️ D̶i̶g̶i̶t̶a̶l̶ ̶P̶r̶i̶v̶a̶c̶y̶ ̶&̶ ̶A̶u̶t̶o̶n̶o̶m̶y̶ ̶W̶o̶r̶k̶s̶h̶o̶p̶ (postponed 'til March!)
DESCRIPTION:We’re postponing this workshop ’til March. Stay tuned for an update! \nA workshop/discussion on digital security\, tools\, and divestment from big tech. Our goal is to find alternate platforms for organizing and day-to-day life. \nBring a laptop if you have one\,  but it isn’t required. \n\n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/digital-privacy-jan-9/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251231T231446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T231456Z
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SUMMARY:❤️ Soldering Practice: LED Heart Board
DESCRIPTION:Come out and get some soldering practice! This time we’re making a heart-shaped board with 22 LEDs\, using an oscillator circuit to dim and brighten them at the speed you choose. \nThis project is ideal for folks who have soldered at least once before. Beginners are welcome to join us\, but it may take you more than one session to finish. Working with a friend is encouraged! \nThe kit you’ll need to complete this project costs $5.50. We’re suggesting a $10–$25 donation for the class\, no one turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister:\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Sorry. \nHere's a link to future workshops in this series! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/led-heart-class-jan-9-2/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T133000
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SUMMARY:⚡️ Beginner Soldering: LED Spinning Top
DESCRIPTION:For this class we’re building a spinning top toy with LED lights that flash when it spins. No previous soldering experience required! \n \n \n \nRegistration\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Sorry. \nHere's a link to future workshops in this series! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/led-spinning-top-jan-9/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251220T181417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T181430Z
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SUMMARY:🚧 Make Your First Website
DESCRIPTION:Make a home page like it’s 1999! Join us at Iffy Books for a new workshop called Make Your First Website\, led by Ragman a.k.a. Richard Green. You’ll learn the basics of HTML and create a static site on the free hosting service Neocities. No experience necessary! \nPlease bring a laptop if you have one. We’re suggesting a $5–$25 donation for this workshop\, no one turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister:\nRegistration for this event is now closed. We'll offer it again soon! \nThis workshop is now full. We'll offer it again soon! \n   \n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/first-website-jan-8/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054113
CREATED:20251003T135926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T183403Z
UID:10003593-1767810600-1767816000@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:💾☀️ Permacomputing + Solarpunk Meetup
DESCRIPTION:The Permacomputing + Solarpunk meetup is the first Wednesday every other month at Iffy Books! You can join us in person (404 S. 20th St.\, PHL) or remotely via Jitsi Meet. \n➡️ Virtual meetup link\nFrom Permacomputing.net: Permacomputing is a more sustainable approach to computer and network technology inspired by permaculture. Permacomputing is both a concept and a community of practice oriented around issues of resilience and regenerativity in digital technology. In a time where computing epitomizes industrial waste\, permacomputing encourages a more sustainable approach\, maximizing hardware lifespans\, minimizing energy use and focussing on the use of already available computational resources. We do this because humans are part of nature and technology is an extension of humans\, and we acknowledge that technology has been used to harm nature. We want to find out how we can practice good relations with the Earth by learning from ecological systems to leverage and re-center existing technologies and practices. We are also interested in investigating what a permacomputing way of life could be\, and what sort of transformative computational culture and aesthetics it could bring forward. If you want to know more\, please start reading about what is permacomputing in essence\, and then dive into its principles. \nPermacomputing Aesthetics: Potential and Limits of Design Constraints in Computational Culture by Mansoux\, Howell\, Barok\, and Heikkilä (2023)
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/permacomputing-solarpunk-meetup/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:Iffy Books\, 404 S. 20th St.\, Philadelphia\, 19146\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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