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SUMMARY:Accessibility Group
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)👥 In Person Only 💲 Free \n\n\n\nIn this second meeting of Hackforge’s Accessibility group\, we’ll be taking the prototype of Jason’s current navigation app and putting it to the test. We welcome Accessibility Communication Specialist David Best (davidbest.ca)\, who will be live demoing and providing feedback on existing apps. \n\n\n\nThe main focus will be on usability research for the mobile navigation app\, and there is a good chance we will end up venturing outside. Please come prepared for this quest.  \n\n\n\nIf time allows\, we’ll discuss the overall project plan so we can point ourselves towards the next steps and how we want to move forward.  \n\n\n\nDuring the session\, we will: \n\n\n\n\nFocus on usability research for the mobile navigation app\n\n\n\nDavid will provide demos of other navigation apps\n\n\n\nUnderstand what users need\, rather than making assumptions\n\n\n\nVenture outside for testing\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\n\n\n\nPotential users of the app \n\n\n\nApp Developers & Designers \n\n\n\nAssistive Tech Enthusiasts\n\n\n\n\n📆 August 4\, 2026🕦 6-7:30 PM📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)🎟️ RSVP Below💬 Interest Group: Accessibility
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/accessibility-group/
LOCATION:Hackforge HQ\, 300 Ouellette Ave Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:LUG August Social
DESCRIPTION:📍Discord💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nCome join us as we nerd out about Linux at this month’s Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social! \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHelp with Problems: Bring your Linux-related queries and let our community experts assist you in finding solutions.\n\n\n\nCurrent Events Discussion: Stay updated and engage in discussions about the latest happenings in the Linux world.\n\n\n\n\nThis virtual social event provides an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Linux enthusiasts\, learn\, and have fun!Hope to see you all there! \n\n\n\n📆 Aug 5\, 2026🕦 7-9 PM📍Virtual Event via Discord🎟️ RSVP Below💬 Interest Group: LUG
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/lug-august-social-2/
LOCATION:Hackforge HQ\, 300 Ouellette Ave Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T210000
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SUMMARY:Shader Playground II
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online Via Zoom💻👥Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nAfter a smashing success in January\, Shader Playground returns!Whether you joined us last time or are jumping in for the first time\, Shader Playground Part II is your chance to create stunning real-time visuals with GPU programming\, right in your browser. \n\n\n\nThis August session is all about making cool stuff.But this isn’t just any playground session\, we’ll be launching a ShaderToy competition\, where you’ll have the entire month to create your own original shader using Shadertoy. During this work session\, you’ll be able to brainstorm ideas\, experiment with GLSL\, get feedback\, and refine your entry alongside other participants\, all in a super collaborative environment.  \n\n\n\nIn September\, we’ll showcase the submissions and announce the winners. Entries will be judged by Hackforge leadership and staff. \n\n\n\nPlease note that all entries are subject to our Code of Conduct.For full information\, rules\, and eligibility\, please visit the competition webpage. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re interested in graphics programming\, creative coding\, or simply making cool things on your screen\, Shader Playground is a fun\, low-pressure way to explore the power of the GPU.  \n\n\n\nNo prior graphics experience is required\, just bring your curiosity and a willingness to experiment. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll take away: \n\n\n\n\nHands-on experience writing GPU-based pixel shaders in GLSL and creating interactive visual effects.\n\n\n\nA deeper understanding of how graphics programming leverages massively parallel execution.\n\n\n\nA start on a shader you can submit to the competition\, along with new creative coding techniques you can apply to future projects (including Global Game Jam).\n\n\n\n\n📆 August 14th🕦 7-9 PM📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210) & Online via Zoom💬 Interest Group: General🎟️ RSVP for Zoom Here👥 RSVP in Person Below
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/shader-playground-ii/
LOCATION:Windsor Hackforge\, 300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260815T130000
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SUMMARY:Hackforge Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210) & Online Via Zoom👥🖥️ Hybrid 💲 Free \n\n\n\nWe’ve noticed that a lot of people who come to our events don’t realize they have a standing invitation to help guide the organization—and we want to change that. \n\n\n\nOur Membership Committee has been looking at how we will define and handle membership in the future\, and before making any official changes in 2027\, are hosting a few opportunities for casual chats with the community. If you’re interested in what goes on behind-the-scenes\, or want a say in where we go next\, this is the perfect opportunity to engage. \n\n\n\nJoin the first-ever Hackforge Town Hall where you can:\n\n\n\n\nGet to know us: Meet our staff\, board\, and committee members.\n\n\n\nShape our programming: Tell us what you want to see more (or less!) of.\n\n\n\nShare your ideas: Help us figure out how to build a community you want to be a part of.\n\n\n\nHelp define membership: Help us talk through what “joining Hackforge” should look like moving forward.\n\n\n\n\nAs always\, this event is completely free and open to everyone. \n\n\n\n📆 Saturday\, August 15\, 2026🕦 1 – 2:30 PM📍 In-person at Hackforge HQ & Online via Zoom🎟️ Register to attend virtually via Zoom💬 Interest Group: Hackforge Community
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/hackforge-town-hall/
LOCATION:Hackforge HQ\, 300 Ouellette Ave Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:WCCUG - Paint Project
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online Via Zoom💻👥Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nAfter last month’s dive into C++ 101\, we’re back to The Paint Project. \n\n\n\nIf you’re new to C++\, we are building a paint style program (think Microsoft Paint or Mario Paint)\, using C++ as a big group project. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we’ll hack on the paint project and anyone who wants to work on it can either bring their laptops and feature-hack\, or work on zoom and chat with us. \n\n\n\nParticipants should ideally come with an idea to work on\, and we’ll help each other out! \n\n\n\nWhat you need to attend: \n\n\n\n\nA laptop with a compiler\n\n\n\nAn idea to work on during the session. \n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\n\n\n\nCoding Enthusiasts\n\n\n\nThose interested in learning C++\n\n\n\nFolks who want to contribute to a Hackforge Project\n\n\n\n\n📆 August 20🕦 7-9 PM📍Hybrid (Hackforge HQ @ 300 Ouellette\, Unit 210 & Online via Zoom)💬 Interest Group: LUG🎟️ RSVP for Zoom Here👥 RSVP in Person Below
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/wccug-paint-project/
LOCATION:Windsor Hackforge\, 300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T210000
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SUMMARY:LUG Install Party
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)👥 In Person Only 💲 Free \n\n\n\nThis month\, LUG will be hosting a Linux install party…drop-in style! \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in trying out Linux\, then this is the event for you! Members will be available to help you with installing Linux on your laptop\, onto a virtual machine\, or any other kind of device. \n\n\n\nCome on out even if you’re already familiar with Linux! This is a great opportunity to try a new distribution or just hang around and chat with other Linux enthusiasts. \n\n\n\n📆 August 27🕦 7-9 PM📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Suite 210)🎟️ RSVP Below ⬇️💬 Interest Group: LUG
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/lug-install-party-2/
LOCATION:Hackforge HQ\, 300 Ouellette Ave Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Hackforge's Birthday Bash!
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)👥 In Person Only 💲 Free \n\n\n\nAfter 13 years of building community\, it’s time to celebrate it! \n\n\n\nFrom 7-10pm August 28th\, Hackforge HeadQuarters turns into a video game lounge. \n\n\n\nWe’ll have stations set up and a selection of consoles from modern to retro to choose from so everyone gets a chance to participate. Feel free to bring any favourites along! \n\n\n\nThis is a great space to mix\, mingle\, and connect with the incredible community of tech enthusiasts and professionals in Windsor-Essex County. \n\n\n\nWe ask that each participant under the age of 18 be accompanied by an adult throughout the event. \n\n\n\n📆 August 28🕦 7-10 PM📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)🎟️ RSVP Below💬 Interest Group: Hackforge Community
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/hackforges-birthday-bash/
LOCATION:Hackforge HQ\, 300 Ouellette Ave Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Hackforge Accessibility Interest Group: September Meeting
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nCreating accessible tech works best when developers\, designers\, and people with lived experience share the same table. To help achieve this\, Hackforge’s Accessibility Interest Group meets monthly. We’re a growing group that offers a casual space to connect with community\, share ideas\, and shape where we head next. \n\n\n\nOur next meeting takes place via Zoom on Tuesday\, September 1st. Everyone is welcome! \n\n\n\nWhat We’ll Cover: \n\n\n\n\nProject Updates: including the custom Discord-Email Bridge and planning for an accessible navigation app\n\n\n\nDesign & Development: how to build for everyone\, and recruiting a diverse team of testers\n\n\n\nOpen Discussion: An open floor for attendees to bring accessibility questions\, share wins or pain points\, and pitch ideas for future sessions.\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Join? \n\n\n\nEveryone! Whether you write code\, design user flows\, advocate for digital equity\, or bring personal lived experience\, your perspective is valuable here. \n\n\n\n📆 Tuesday\, September 1\, 2026🕦 6:30 – 7:30 PM📍Online via Zoom🎟️ RSVP Here💬 Interest Group: Accessibility
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/accessibility-september-26/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:LUG Social
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)👥 Virtual Only 💲 Free \n\n\n\nCome join us as we nerd out about Linux at this month’s Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social! \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHelp with Problems: Bring your Linux-related queries and let our community experts assist you in finding solutions.\n\n\n\nCurrent Events Discussion: Stay updated and engage in discussions about the latest happenings in the Linux world.\n\n\n\n\nThis virtual social event provides an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Linux enthusiasts\, learn\, and have fun!Hope to see you all there! \n\n\n\n📆 September 3\, 2026🕦 7-9 PM📍Virtual Event via Discord🎟️ RSVP Below💬 Interest Group: LUG
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/lug-social/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260909T153622Z
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SUMMARY:WCCUG Pub Social
DESCRIPTION:📍 Loose Goose (126 Ouellette Ave\, Windsor)👥 In Person Only 💲 Free \n\n\n\nThis month the Windsor C and C++ User Group takes a field trip down the street to the Loose Goose! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a drink\, a plate\, and some next level company! \n\n\n\nTopics will likely range from horror stories\, innovative fixes\, and perhaps our Paint Project! \n\n\n\nThis informal meetup is a chance to build your network\, share ideas\, and talk all things C and C++. Hangout for the whole time or stop in for a drink\, there’s no schedule or presentation for this social event. \n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\n• Current members of WCCUG• C and C++ enthusiasts and experts• Beginners looking to get a feel for the group \n\n\n\nThere is no charge to attend\, but everyone is responsible for their own food and drink.We’ll likely be on the 2nd floor. \n\n\n\nPlease let the host know you’re there for Hackforge\, so they can direct you. \n\n\n\n📆 September 17\, 2026🕦 7-9 PM📍Loose Goose (126 Ouellette Ave\, Windsor)🎟️ RSVP Below💬 Interest Group: WCCUG
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/wccug-pub-social/
LOCATION:Loose Goose\, 126 Ouellette Av\, Windsor\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T140000
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SUMMARY:Software Freedom Day
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)👥 In Person Only 💲 Free \n\n\n\nSoftware Freedom Day celebrations at Hackforge are back! \n\n\n\nSoftware Freedom Day (SFD) is a worldwide celebration of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS). \n\n\n\nWe’ll celebrate in true Hackforge style with rolling Lightning Talks\, Q&As\, and open networking. \n\n\n\nThroughout the event: \n\n\n\n🔥 Bryan St. Amour (WCCUG Interest Group Lead) will be emceeing!🔥 Doug Sartori (Senior Consultant at Parallel 42 Systems) will be offering free software mini consultations.🔥 Randy Topliffe (your LUG Interest Group Lead) will be on hand with a few Linux Distros for you to try/install on your machine. \n\n\n\nCome join the fun\, give a lightning talk (sign ups at the event) or just enjoy the vibes\, as you connect with tech experts and enthusiasts. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend \n\n\n\n\nStudents and tech beginners looking to broaden their horizon\n\n\n\nMembers of the public looking for free software alternatives\n\n\n\nTech experts\, professionals\, and enthusiasts looking to make connections and have discussions about software freedom\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Free Software? \n\n\n\n“Free software is software that gives you the user the freedom to share\, study and modify it. We call this free software because the user is free. To use free software is to make a political and ethical choice asserting the right to learn\, and share what we learn with others.” – Digital Freedom Foundation\, digitalfreedoms.org/sfdCheck out our official Software Freedom Day Registered event HERE! \n\n\n\n📆 September 19\, 2026🕦 11am-2pm📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)🎟️ RSVP Below💬 Interest Group: General
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/software-freedom-day/
LOCATION:Hackforge HQ\, 300 Ouellette Ave Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260831T232307Z
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SUMMARY:LUG: Intro to Inucs
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online Via Zoom💻👥Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nThis month’s LUG event we’ll be taking a look at Incus! Incus is a next generation manager for applicaiton containers\, system containers\, and virtual machines. \n\n\n\nDuring the session\, we’ll be exploring the history of the project\, the basic commands\, system containers\, practical use cases\, general tips\, and more advanced features like\, cloud-init and projects. \n\n\n\nIf you’re looking for a self managed alternative to Proxmox\, an easy way to manage VMs on a single node\, or want to know more about system containers\, then this event is for you! \n\n\n\n📆 September 24\, 2026🕦 7-9 PM📍Hybrid (Hackforge HQ @ 300 Ouellette\, Unit 210 & Online via Zoom)🎟️ RSVP for Zoom Here👥 RSVP in Person Below💬 Interest Group: LUG
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/lug-intro-to-inucs/
LOCATION:Windsor Hackforge\, 300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260901T132131Z
CREATED:20260827T151450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T132131Z
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SUMMARY:Shader Show n' Tell
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online Via Zoom💻👥Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nAfter an epic month of creating Shaders in GLSL\, it’s time to show them off. \n\n\n\nJoin us at Hackforge HQ & Online via Zoom to get a glimpse at the awesome 3D graphics participants created across the 3 categories: general\, code golf\, and challenge!  \n\n\n\nYou get a chance to talk about your code\, your reasoning\, how you solved problems\, and what you’d like to work on in the future! \n\n\n\nIt’s also a great way to connect with fellow Hackforgers interested in 3D graphic coding. \n\n\n\nIf you’re seeing this before Friday\, September 4th\, 2026 at 11:59pm Eastern time\, or are curious about the contest’s rules\, head to hackf.org/shadertoy-contest to learn more and enter the competition! \n\n\n\n📆 September 25🕦 7-9 PM📍Hybrid (Hackforge HQ @ 300 Ouellette\, Unit 210 & Online via Zoom)🎟️ RSVP for Zoom Here👥 RSVP in Person Below💬 Interest Group: General
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/shader-show-n-tell/
LOCATION:Windsor Hackforge\, 300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N9A7B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261003T090000
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SUMMARY:Nerd Hike
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)👥 In Person Only 💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin Hackforge and Bryan St. Amour (WCCUG Interest Group Lead) for our Inaugural Nerd Hike (it happens to also be National Techies Day). \n\n\n\nWe’ll meet at the Visitor’s Centre for 9am and take off no later than 9:10am and explore the area’s unique biodiversity and ecosystems. Enjoy the nature\, the company\, and some titillating conversation with fellow tech enthusiasts. \n\n\n\nJust in case the conversation lulls\, no worries our hike leader Bryan will have some “hike topics” on hand to get the social fun jump started again! \n\n\n\nThe goal is to end by 10am! \n\n\n\nNo experience with hiking or tech necessary. \n\n\n\nExpect an easy hike\, but wear solid shoes. \n\n\n\n📆 Saturday\, October 3\, 2026 (Rain Date: Oct. 17\, 2026)🕦 9 – 10 AM📍Ojibway Visitors’ Center (5200 Matchett Rd\, Windsor\, ON)🎟️ RSVP Below💬 Interest Group: General
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/nerd-hike/
LOCATION:Ojibway Visitors’ Center (5200 Matchett Rd\, Windsor\, ON)\, 5200 Matchett Rd\, Windsor\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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