City Guide
Technology
A2 Geeks
Supporting creative and innovative people in the Ann Arbor area by opening the tech culture to everyone. Organizes AACME: Ann Arbor Creativity and Making Expo (See Entertainment, Annual Events). a2geeks.org
All Hands Active
255 E. Liberty, #225 [map]Community workspace with shared tools and knowledge for coders, crafters, makers, and hackers. Among the oldest continually operating Makerspaces in the nation teaching all ages how to do 3-D printing, soldering, laser cutting, sewing and arduino (open source HW/SW). Thurs. & Fri. 2-10 p.m., Sat. 2-6 p.m. Build night is Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Monthly memberships available. All ages and interests welcome. board@allhandsactive.org, allhandsactive.org
Ann Arbor Bi Bim Bop (a2b3)
Edward Vielmetti, (734) 330-2465
People involved with technology exchange information and opportunities. Meets Thurs., 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. edward.vielmetti@gmail.com
Ann Arbor Computer Society
Software development and technology professionals investigate networks, multimedia, systems integration, object-oriented programming, operating systems, software, methodologies, and other industry-related topics; guest speakers and discussions. Meets 1st Wed. 6:15-8 p.m. at Atomic Object, 206 S. Fifth Ave. Meetings free and open to the public. Optional supportive membership $20. contact@computersociety.org, meetup.com
CocoaHeads Ann Arbor
Discusses programming topics for Apple's iOS, watchOS, tvOS and Mac OS X. Members present projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics. Welcomes all skill levels. Meets 2nd Thurs. 7 p.m., Arbormoon Software, 120 E. Huron. cocoaheads@arbormoon.com, MeetUp.com
Tech-Inclusive
Dedicated to fostering professional growth for underrepresented people in tech, and empowering allies to become advocates. Helps companies and individuals improve through creating an inclusive, supportive community, and providing low-barrier, safe learning opportunities and networking events. ronda@tech-inclusive.com, meetup.com
GDG Ann Arbor
Discusses Google related programming topics, including Android, TensorFlow, and more. Members present projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics. Welcomes all skill levels. Meets last Thurs. 7 p.m., Arbormoon Software, 120 E. Huron. gdg-a2@arbormoon.com, MeetUp.com
Grex
Open-access computer system for all ages. Discussion forums on various topics. Learn Unix. Frequent users are encouraged to join and help run the system. Dues $18 a year. Join on website. help@grex.org, cyberspace.org
Maker Works
3765 Plaza Drive [map](734) 222-4911
14,000-square-foot member-based workshop for small businesses, entrepreneurs, tradespeople, skilled workers, artists, makers, and hobbyists. State-of-the-art tools, education, and space for metal, electronics, wood, jewelry, and craft projects. Individual membership $45/day, $110/mo., $1,100/yr.; students/veterans/teachers $60/mo., $600/yr.; 10 visits/yr. punch card membership, $300. Classes $25-$100. frontdesk@maker-works.com, maker-works.com
MI Robotics Club
Informal, mostly adult group of hobbyist robot builders with varying range of experience. All with an interest in building robots are welcome to attend meetings. No dues or age restrictions, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Meets 6-9 p.m. 3rd Wed. at Maker Works, 3765 Plaza Dr. MiRobotClub.org
Michigan Amateur Robotics Society (MARS)
Keith McClary, (734) 332-1000
Open to engineering professionals, hobbyists, teachers, and students of all levels with an interest in robotic construction, education. or competition. Monthly and special additional meetings free and open to all. acti@provide.net
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