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SUMMARY:✏️ The Writing Room
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays 5–8 p.m.\n(5–7 p.m. the last Wednesday of the month) \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/writing-room-nov-22/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:💻 Future of Coding Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Future of Coding is an online community with a welcoming\, cooperative\, and revolutionary spirit. We are unified in the belief that the common practice of programming is tragically less humane than it could be. There’s a world of possibilities that get more beautiful the further away from the norm you go. We’re here to explore this world together\, to discuss ideas about theory and practice\, and to champion and support our members’ research and development efforts to reimagine computing.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/future-of-coding-nov-19/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:🏴 Tabling at the Anarchy Skill Fair
DESCRIPTION:See y’all at the anarchy skill fair on Saturday\, November 18th!
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/anarchy-skill-fair/
LOCATION:49th & Botanic Ave.
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SUMMARY:📙 A reading by Treatbaby\, Silt\, Ferrucci & Skrabalak
DESCRIPTION:Hi Philly poetry pals\, \n\nNext Friday\, November 17th\, four of my favorite people and poets will be in our fair city to give readings. There will also be a surprise! Please join me in welcoming this legendary quartet— seriously\, you won’t want to miss this.\n\nNora Treatbaby is a writer and artist based in New York State. Her first book\, Our Air\, arrives next spring from Nightboat Books. She has published two chapbooks\, I <3 2 Swim (2022) and Hope Is Weird (2020).\n\nIrene Silt writes about power\, anti-work feeling\, joy\, and deviance. Their essays and poems have been published in Mask Magazine\, ANTIGRAVITY\, Spoil\, LESTE\, Trou Noir\, Poiesis Journal and in the Tripwire pamphlet series. They live in New York.\n\n\nRyan Skrabalak is a writer\, worker\, and organizer from upstate “New York” currently based in “Kansas.” He is a member of AFT 6403 and edits the poetry micropress Spiral Editions. \n\nCarolyn Ferrucci is a poet writing lately about misunderstanding\, the weather\, and centers. Work can be found in Works and Days\, Spoil\, the Brooklyn Rail\, Changes\, Fieldnotes UK\, Form IV\, and No Dear. \n\nWe’ll be convening at IFFY BOOKS (319 N. 11th St. #2I) at 7p on Friday\, November 17. Readings will begin at 7:30p or so. Please see attached flyer featuring a windswept Cliff for your pleasure. \n\nSee you soon!\nxoted\n  
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/poetry-nov-17/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:✏️ The Writing Room
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays 5–8 p.m.\n(5–7 p.m. the last Wednesday of the month) \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/writing-room-nov-15/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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SUMMARY:💾🌾 Iffy Books Permacomputing Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Our next permacomputing meetup is on Sunday\, November 12th at 1:00 PM EST. You can join us in person at Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St. #2I\, PHL) or via Jitsi Meet. \nThis month we’re discussing the talk “An approach to computing and sustainability inspired from permaculture” by Devine Lu Linvega. [Video link] \n➡️ 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-nov-12/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:🚂 Model Internet Club
DESCRIPTION:The Model Internet Club meets again on Saturday\, November 11th\, 1–5 p.m. Newcomers are welcome. \nThe network is up and running! We now have a DHCP server\, a DNS server with custom domain names\, and handful of websites running as virtual hosts in Apache. There’s a local bulletin board in the works\, and we’re considering our options for connecting wi-fi access points. \nWe’re looking for websites to run on our local network! If you have an idea\, email iffybooks@iffybooks.net or join us on November 11th. \nHere’s a photo of our current setup:
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/model-internet-nov-11/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T180000
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SUMMARY:⚡️ Beginner Soldering Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, November 9th at 6:00 p.m. we’re running a soldering workshop for beginners! Anyone can attend for free\, but you’ll need to buy a circuit board with components for $6 to complete the project. Here’s what’s included in the kit: \n\n1 x Weevil-shaped PCB\n2 x LEDs\n1 x 47k Ohm resistor\n1 x miniature photocell\n1 x 2N3904 transistor\n2 x 220 Ohm resistors\n1 x CR2032 coin cell battery\n1 x 20mm coin cell battery holder\n\nRegister:
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/beginner-soldering-nov-9/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:✏️ The Writing Room
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays 5–8 p.m.\n(5–7 p.m. the last Wednesday of the month) \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/writing-room-nov-8/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:⚙️ Neo-Luddite Reading Group: ‘The Human Use of Human Beings’ by Norbert Wiener (Chs. 3–7)
DESCRIPTION:Our current book for the Neo-Luddite Reading Group is The Human Use of Human Beings by Norbert Wiener (1950\, revised 1954). On Tuesday\, November 7th we’re meeting to discuss chapters 3–7. \nMeetup link\nAfter this book we’ll read Race After Technology by Ruha Benjamin (could maybe pair it with chapters from Artificial Whiteness\, unless we just feel like reading it in its entirety in the future.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/neo-luddite-nov-7/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Philly Socialists Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Philly Socialists is a political organization committed to creating a just and sustainable future for ourselves and our planet. As socialists\, we believe in freedom\, democracy\, and the right to basic human dignity. Capitalism denies us all these. Only revolutionary change that ends capitalism will win us the future we deserve. And only a massive\, organized force can get us there. \nThis is a meeting for new and interested members to learn about Philly Socialists’ history\, organizing style\, and how to get involved in building a base for socialist politics.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/philly-socialists-nov-5/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:🎤 Disengineering Society Vape Mic Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Vape Mic: Build a DIY mic using parts from a disposable vape\na workshop led by the Disengineering Society \nIn a world of products planned for obsolescence\, disposable vapes reign supreme as pieces of modern technology that are almost never properly recycled. While the vape juice may run out\, the battery\, sensor\, and sturdy housing are still perfectly usable. Disengineering’s “post-nicotine” design makes use of these would-be disposed-of components by adding a mic element\, some simple DIY engineering\, and an aux output to get the vape mic. \nThis project introduces electret microphones\, waste component rewiring\, and a simple power supply circuit. The goal of this project is to create a microphone housing from a disposable nicotine vape\, using a few of the components inside the vape. \nThe Disengineering Society will have some discarded vape devices to share for this project. But feel free to bring your own if you have one. \nWe’re doing a $5–10 suggested donation for this workshop. It’s fine if you can’t afford it. \nRegister:\n\nThe Disengineering Society is a group that takes a non-conventional approach to the engineering space by facilitating an environment for people to work together to hack hardware\, software\, and e-waste for sonic repurposing and re-engineering. We aim to combat the notion of “planned obsolescence” by pointing to DIY culture as a tool through which awareness can be raised\, people can be educated\, and strange sounds can be made regardless of skill level or prior knowledge pertaining to electronics or music. Throughout the past year (our inaugural year as an official student organization) we have achieved this through hosting weekly workshops\, which we hold in our lab space at Wesleyan\, where we introduce basic DIY audio electronics concepts and provide opportunities for participants to experiment hands-on with these concepts. \n\nWe believe in dispelling the notion often reinforced by the DIY ethos that singular innovations are created by isolated individual geniuses in a linear progression of new objects and styles. Instead\, in our meetings and approach to engineering\, we recognize the outcomes of creative labor as ongoing and adaptive processes that\, in turn\, feed back into community building. 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/disengineering-nov-4/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:🔓 First Friday TOOOL Meetup
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, November 3rd\, 6–9 p.m. we’re hosting a meetup run by the Philadelphia Chapter of the Open Organization of Lockpickers. \n> Come join us for our monthly First Friday Open Pick Night at Iffy Books! Whether you’re a novice who just stumbled upon LockpickingLawyer\, a seasoned safecracker\, or somewhere in between\, come join us for a evening of fun as we pop some locks.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/toool-meetup-nov-3/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:✏️ The Writing Room
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays 5–8 p.m.\n(5–7 p.m. the last Wednesday of the month) \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/writing-room-nov-1/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T153000
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SUMMARY:⚡️ Beginner Circuit Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, October 29th at 1:30 p.m. we’re hosting an electronics workshop for beginners. No soldering required! We’ll use A Beginner’s Guide to Circuits by Øyvind Nydal Dahl as our guide. \nThis workshop is free to attend\, but you’ll need to buy an electronics kit for $12 to complete the projects. The kit contains the parts you’ll need to complete all nine projects in the book A Beginner’s Guide to Circuits. We’ll also have copies the book for sale for $17.95. (9-volt battery not included. We’ll have batteries to share at the event.) \nRegister:
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/beginner-circuits-oct-29/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T200000
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SUMMARY:💻 Philly JS Club Hack Night
DESCRIPTION:Bring your laptops and hang out with fellow community members of Philly JS Club for an evening of hacking on personal projects. \nThe Philadelphia JavaScript Club\, founded in 2022\, is a place for developers of all skill and experience levels to connect\, show off their work\, and learn new things. \nWe are devoted to being good citizens: we’re here to help support individual and organizational development\, to connect developers with the events going on in Philadelphia\, and to provide a safe space for people to try new things. We want to empower everyone who joins us to build the best things they can build; we want to help make instant friends amongst the developers who call Philadelphia home. \nWe’re happy for you to join us.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/philly-js-club-oct-27/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T200000
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SUMMARY:⚡️ Intermediate Soldering Session
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, October 26th from 6–8 p.m. we’re hosting an intermediate soldering session. We’ll have soldering irons and solder to share for free\, as well as DIY electronics kits for sale. Or bring your own project! \nRegister:\n\n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/intermediate-soldering-oct-26/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T203000
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SUMMARY:💊 Speculative Futures Reading Group: 'Oryx and Crake' by  Margaret Atwood
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, October 25th at 7:00 p.m. we’ll meet to discuss the novel Oryx and Crake (2003) by Margaret Atwood. Hope to see you there! \nGet the audiobook on Libro.fm. \nSnowman\, known as Jimmy before mankind was overwhelmed by a plague\, is struggling to survive in a world where he may be the last human\, and mourning the loss of his best friend\, Crake\, and the beautiful and elusive Oryx whom they both loved. In search of answers\, Snowman embarks on a journey—with the help of the green-eyed Children of Crake—through the lush wilderness that was so recently a great city\, until powerful corporations took mankind on an uncontrolled genetic engineering ride. Margaret Atwood projects us into a near future that is both all too familiar and beyond our imagining.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/oryx-and-crake/
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SUMMARY:✏️ The Writing Room
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays 5–8 p.m.\n(5–7 p.m. the last Wednesday of the month) \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/writing-room-oct-25/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
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SUMMARY:🚂 Model Internet Club
DESCRIPTION:The Model Internet Club meets again on Sunday\, October 22nd\, 1–5 p.m. Newcomers are welcome. \nThe network is up and running! We now have a DHCP server\, a DNS server with custom domain names\, and handful of websites running as virtual hosts in Apache. There’s a local bulletin board in the works\, and we’re considering our options for connecting wi-fi access points. \nWe’re looking for websites to run on our local network! If you have an idea\, email iffybooks@iffybooks.net or join us on October 22nd. \nHere’s a photo of the model internet in action: \n \nAnd here’s a diagram of our plans for the network (so far):
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/model-internet-oct-22/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20230913T013747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T152522Z
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SUMMARY:🪡 Spook & Sew Workshop
DESCRIPTION:➡️ Register on Eventbrite\n\nJoin us for an evening of crafts and creativity at the Spook & Sew: Pillows & Purses for Beginners! In this 3-hour workshop\, you will learn the basics of using a sewing machine\, simple pattern making and construction techniques. Attendees will select a pattern from our variety of Halloween-Pumpkin Patch themed styles and learn how to create a handmade pillow\, purse or both. \nThis workshop is perfect for anyone that has never used a sewing machine or who wants to refresh their skills and challenge themselves. We’ll provide all the materials you’ll need\, so just bring your yourself and your enthusiasm for learning! \nDon’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn new skills and meet other sewing enthusiasts. Register now to secure your spot! \nThis in-person workshop will take place at 319 N 11th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19107. \nIMPORTANT: Classes are held on the 3rd floor. You will receive and email from the instructor on how to enter the building prior to your session (there is a code). \nPresented by Dark Spaces Studio.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/spook-and-sew-october-21/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20230918T141502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T170234Z
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SUMMARY:🦇 The Spooky Ukie Market
DESCRIPTION:Philly Makers Syndicate Presents:\nThe Spooky Ukie Market\nSat\, October 21st\, 2–9 p.m.\nat the Ukie Club\n847 N. Franklin St.\, PHL \n70+ Vendors\nFull bar & food\nNighttime programming by\nLither’s Midfright Snack\, Hexx\, Boston Head\, Zorn\, On the Water\, Ugli\, & Diuretic \n$2–8 donation NOTAFLOF\n8 steps to inside // service animals only\nWheelchair accessible bathroom available
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/spooky-ukie-market/
LOCATION:Ukie Club\, 847 N. Franklin St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20230819T141005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T142952Z
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SUMMARY:🌸 What's the Deal with Native Plants?
DESCRIPTION:In North America\, we call plants that lived here prior to European colonization Native Plants. They evolved over tens of thousands of years to coexist with the soils\, animals\, insects\, and humans of their specific bioregions. Although much of their habitat\, and the cultures of stewardship that tended them over this long time period\, have either been destroyed or seriously suppressed\, a recent uptick in the popularity of gardening with native species is good news for our ability to rebuild meaningful relationships with the ecosystems around us. \nIn this workshop we’ll talk more about what native plants are; why growing them is fun\, easy and important; how to pick the best ones to plant in your particular space; how to care for them; and where to find them. \nThe class will be most useful for people that have some space for in-ground plantings\, but everyone curious is welcome! There is no fee for the class\, but we encourage attendees to make a $5 (or more!) donation to the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape tribal nation in southern New Jersey: https://nllhonorarium.carrd.co. \nAbout the presenter: \nGoda Trakumaite has been working with native plants in various ways since 2017: she has propagated them\, sold them retail\, installed and tended native landscapes\, and is currently working in native plant seed production. \nRegister:
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/native-plants-oct-21/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20231011T163631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T211806Z
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SUMMARY:👨‍🦲 Reading and Q&A with Kashmir Hill\, author of 'Your Face Belongs to Us: A Secretive Startup's Quest to End Privacy as We Know It'
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, October 18th we’re hosting a reading and Q&A with Kashmir Hill\, author of Your Face Belongs to Us: A Secretive Startup’s Quest to End Privacy as We Know It. Doors at 7 p.m.\, reading starts at 7:30. Hope to see you there! \nThe story of a small AI company that gave facial recognition to law enforcement\, billionaires\, and businesses\, threatening to end privacy as we know it \nNew York Times tech reporter Kashmir Hill was skeptical when she got a tip about a mysterious app called Clearview AI that claimed it could\, with 99 percent accuracy\, identify anyone based on just one snapshot of their face. The app could supposedly scan a face and\, in just seconds\, surface every detail of a person’s online their name\, social media profiles\, friends and family members\, home address\, and photos that they might not have even known existed. If it was everything it claimed to be\, it would be the ultimate surveillance tool\, and it would open the door to everything from stalking to totalitarian state control. Could it be true? \nIn this riveting account\, Hill tracks the improbable rise of Clearview AI\, helmed by Hoan Ton-That\, an Australian computer engineer\, and Richard Schwartz\, a former Rudy Giuliani advisor\, and its astounding collection of billions of faces from the internet. The company was boosted by a cast of controversial characters\, including conservative provocateur Charles C. Johnson and billionaire Donald Trump backer Peter Thiel—who all seemed eager to release this society-altering technology on the public. Google and Facebook decided that a tool to identify strangers was too radical to release\, but Clearview forged ahead\, sharing the app with private investors\, pitching it to businesses\, and offering it to thousands of law enforcement agencies around the world. \n➡️ Get the audiobook on Libro.fm\n  \n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/kashmir-hill-oct-18/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20230918T125135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T171359Z
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SUMMARY:✏️ The Writing Room
DESCRIPTION:This week The Writing Room ends at 7 p.m. because we’re hosting an author event. Sorry for the inconvenience! \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/writing-room-oct-18/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20230918T131343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T225612Z
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SUMMARY:💾🌾 Iffy Books Permacomputing Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Our next permacomputing meetup is on Sunday\, October 15th at 3:30 PM EDT. You can join us in person at Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St. #2I\, PHL) or via Jitsi Meet. \n➡️ 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-oct-15/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20230918T174206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T222108Z
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SUMMARY:🔊Turn data into sound & back with Minimodem
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you’ll convert text data into audio using the program minimodem\, then record the audio to a cassette tape. Then you’ll use minimodem to play back your text onscreen in real time. We’ll provide computers and tape decks\, and everyone who signs up will get a few free cassette tapes. \nWe’ve been using Bell 202-style ASCII encoding at 100 baud (bits per second) because it works reliably and plays back at a comfortable reading speed. Using these encoding settings\, a 60-minute cassette tape can store ~34 KB of data. If you want to record a specific text file to a cassette tape\, we recommend bringing it on a USB drive. \nWe’ll have computers to share\, but you’re welcome to bring a laptop too. Here’s a link to the zine we’ll use for the workshop (a work in progress). \nRegister:\n\nDownload the\nMP4\nvideo. \nThis workshop is free\, but donations are welcome. \n 
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/minimodem-oct-15/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20230913T013403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T152510Z
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SUMMARY:🪡 Spook & Sew Workshop
DESCRIPTION:➡️ Register on Eventbrite\nJoin us for an evening of crafts and creativity at the Spook & Sew: Pillows & Purses for Beginners! In this 3-hour workshop\, you will learn the basics of using a sewing machine\, simple pattern making and construction techniques. Attendees will select a pattern from our variety of Halloween-Pumpkin Patch themed styles and learn how to create a handmade pillow\, purse or both. \nThis workshop is perfect for anyone that has never used a sewing machine or who wants to refresh their skills and challenge themselves. We’ll provide all the materials you’ll need\, so just bring your yourself and your enthusiasm for learning! \nDon’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn new skills and meet other sewing enthusiasts. Register now to secure your spot! \nThis in-person workshop will take place at 319 N 11th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19107. \nIMPORTANT: Classes are held on the 3rd floor. You will receive and email from the instructor on how to enter the building prior to your session (there is a code). \nPresented by Dark Spaces Studio.
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/spook-and-sew-october-14/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20230913T012518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T012842Z
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SUMMARY:🎥 Forest Defense Screening
DESCRIPTION:We’re having a film screening y’all!!!\nDescription: Forest Defense Screening!\nFriday the 13th double feature!\nAt Iffy Books! 319 N.11th street\nFree Drinks! Free Snacks!\nOctober 13 Doors at 18:30\nFirst Film Starts at 19:00
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/forest-defense-screening/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T065519
CREATED:20230918T125711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T155954Z
UID:10000531-1697133600-1697140800@iffybooks.net
SUMMARY:⚡️ Beginner Soldering Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, October 12th at 6:00 p.m. we’re running a soldering workshop for beginners! Anyone can attend for free\, but you’ll need to buy a circuit board with components for $6 to complete the project. Here’s what’s included in the kit: \n\n1 x Weevil-shaped PCB\n2 x LEDs\n1 x 47k Ohm resistor\n1 x miniature photocell\n1 x 2N3904 transistor\n2 x 220 Ohm resistors\n1 x CR2032 coin cell battery\n1 x 20mm coin cell battery holder\n\nRegister:
URL:https://iffybooks.net/event/beginner-soldering-oct-12/
LOCATION:Iffy Books (319 N. 11th St.)\, 319 N. 11th St. #2I\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iffy Books":MAILTO:iffybooks@iffybooks.net
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