Entries by Nate Bezanson

Open Shop Friday

In case you haven’t been peering too closely at the calendar sidebar, tonight is open shop night! I promise to have the doors open by 6:30pm, but if you knock earlier, there’s a good chance another member will answer. Swing by! What is open shop? Basically, it’s your excuse to come hang out. Bring a […]

Jam session, baby! – UPDATED

Combine a dozen geeks with a pile of musical instruments, and strange things happen. Like, for instance, strapping a camera to a drumstick. The drumsticks-eye-view video has some pretty severe sync problems, but it’s definitely unique. There’s also a 9-minute youtube video of the whole shebang. Also, FIRST kickoff today! Woohoo! Stream starts at 10am, […]

Jam Session Tonight!

The day is upon us! Whether it clanks, whistles, growls, or buzzes, we want to hear you play it. i3Detroit’s Unusual Musical Instrument Jam Session starts tonight at 8pm. Got tix? (Registration isn’t strictly required — walk-ins are almost always welcome at our events — but it helps us anticipate demand, and is most appreciated!) […]

Building a Boat

The boat currently taking shape in the shop requires a 14-foot work table, plus walking space at either end. Such dimensions are prohibitive if your only options are a home garage (too small AND too cold) or the living room (whose new carpet precludes its use as a workshop). But that’s why i3Detroit exists! The […]

Demystifying Basic Electronics, The Sequel

Back, by popular demand, it’s the next installment of Demystifying Basic Electronics, happening this Wednesday evening. As always, non-members are welcome. Go reserve seats already! This class, like the last one, is intended for total newbies. If you’ve been looking for a chance to tinker with simple circuits in a relaxed setting, this is it. […]