diff --git a/Important-Dates.md b/Important-Dates.md index ee583dd..a9fd1f8 100644 --- a/Important-Dates.md +++ b/Important-Dates.md @@ -16,13 +16,10 @@ Mark your calendars for our upcoming 2026 meeting dates (regularly 6:00 PM - 8:0 | Date | Event / Theme | Location | Status | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **September 16, 2026** | **Practi"FALL" Prints Challenge Judging** | West Fargo Public Library | Completed | -| **October 28, 2026\*** | **October Meetup & Halloween Prints Challenge** | West Fargo Public Library | **Next Meetup** | -| **November 18, 2026** | **November Meetup** | West Fargo Public Library | Scheduled | +| **October 28, 2026** | **October Meetup & Halloween Prints Challenge** | West Fargo Public Library | Completed | +| **November 18, 2026** | **November Meetup & Thanksgiving Table & Kitchen Prints** | West Fargo Public Library | **Next Meetup** | | **December 16, 2026** | **Annual Holiday Maker Showcase** | West Fargo Public Library | Scheduled | -> [!NOTE] -> **\*October Schedule Shift:** We are meeting on the **4th Wednesday (October 28, 2026)** instead of the 3rd Wednesday due to meeting room availability at the West Fargo Public Library. - ## Meeting Location **Standard Location:** @@ -46,4 +43,4 @@ West Fargo, ND 58078 --- -**Last Updated**: October 12, 2026 +**Last Updated**: October 30, 2026 diff --git a/Readme.md b/Readme.md index 696d177..a6f52bb 100644 --- a/Readme.md +++ b/Readme.md @@ -46,8 +46,8 @@ Upcoming meeting dates, challenge milestones, and venue information for our regu Monthly design challenges and competitions. Currently featuring: -- **[Active Challenge](./challenges/current/current.md)**: Halloween Prints (Costume props, spooky decor & specialty materials, judging October 28, 2026) -- **[Upcoming Preview](./challenges/current/upcoming.md)**: November 2026 challenge preview +- **[Active Challenge](./challenges/current/current.md)**: Thanksgiving & Fall Table Prints, covering holiday table decor, serving helpers, and kitchen tools, with judging on November 18, 2026 +- **[Upcoming Preview](./challenges/current/upcoming.md)**: December 2026 challenge preview - **[Challenge Archive](./challenges/archive/readme.md)**: Historical past challenges from 2025 and 2026 - Challenge rules, judging criteria, and submission guidelines - Free filament spool prizes for challenge winners @@ -146,6 +146,8 @@ West Fargo, ND 58078 --- -**Next Meeting**: October 28, 2026 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM) at West Fargo Public Library. *(Note: Meeting 1 week later than usual due to library room availability).* +**Next Meeting**: November 18, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the West Fargo Public Library. -**Active Challenge**: Get into the spooky spirit with [Halloween Prints](./challenges/current/current.md) for our October 28th meetup! +**Active Challenge**: Print something for the dinner table or kitchen with [Thanksgiving & Fall Table Prints](./challenges/current/current.md) for our November 18th meetup. + +**Last Updated**: October 30, 2026 diff --git a/announcements/November2026.md b/announcements/November2026.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..9ce31a1 --- /dev/null +++ b/announcements/November2026.md @@ -0,0 +1,64 @@ +--- +title: "November 2026 Meetup Announcement" +category: "announcements" +subcategory: "2026" +order: 202611 +description: "Join Us November 18th: 3D Printing Meetup, AI CAD Follow-Up, and Thanksgiving Table & Kitchen Prints Challenge!" +tags: + - announcements + - 2026 +--- + +# 3D Fuel November meetup announcement + +## Email subject line + +November 3D Printing Meetup on Nov 18th: AI CAD Follow-Up + Thanksgiving Table & Kitchen Prints! + +--- + +## Email body + +Hey everyone! + +Thanks to everyone who came out to our October meetup and brought objects to test out the photo-to-CAD workflow. We are back on our regular third-Wednesday schedule for November. + +You can always check the schedule and past challenge details at [www.fargo3d.com](https://www.fargo3d.com). + +**Date:** Wednesday, November 18th, 2026 +**Time:** 6:00 to 8:00 PM +**Location:** West Fargo Public Library, 215 Third St. E., West Fargo, ND 58078 + +John will kick things off with industry news, followed by show and tell, a second round of building CAD with AI, and judging for our November print challenge. + +--- + +### Special session: Building CAD with AI follow-up + +Last month we started testing an AI agent skill that generates 3D models from photos. We learned a lot about what works well and what trips it up, so we are continuing the experiment this month. + +- If you printed a model generated during the October session, bring the physical print and the original object so we can compare them side by side. +- If you missed last month or have another broken part, bracket, or household item you want to model, bring it along and we will run it through the updated workflow. + +--- + +### November challenge: Thanksgiving & fall table prints + +With Thanksgiving the following week, our November challenge focuses on the kitchen and the dinner table. Bring a print that helps with cooking, serving, or decorating for the holiday meal. + +**Ideas for entries:** +- **Table decor.** Napkin rings, place card holders, autumn centerpieces, or candle holders. +- **Kitchen and serving tools.** Pie crust shields, cookie cutters, measuring scoops, utensil holders, coasters, or trivet stands. +- **Any model works.** You can design your own part from scratch, use the AI CAD tools, or print a community file from Printables, MakerWorld, or Thangs. + +### Voting and prizes + +- Everyone at the meetup gets a vote for their favorite entry based on usefulness, print quality, and how well it fits the Thanksgiving theme. +- The winner takes home a free spool of filament. + +See you on **Wednesday, November 18th** at 6:00 PM! + +--- + +**Last Updated**: October 30, 2026 + diff --git a/announcements/October2026.md b/announcements/October2026.md index c4e9d99..228c028 100644 --- a/announcements/October2026.md +++ b/announcements/October2026.md @@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: "October 2026 Meetup Announcement" category: "announcements" subcategory: "2026" order: 202610 -description: "Join Us in October: 3D Printing Meetup + Halloween Prints Challenge (Special Date: Oct 28th)!" +description: "Join Us This Week: October 3D Printing Meetup (Oct 28th) - Building CAD with AI + Halloween Prints Challenge!" tags: - announcements - 2026 @@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ tags: ## Email Subject Line -Special Date Alert: October 3D Printing Meetup (Oct 28th) + Halloween Prints Challenge! +This Week: October 3D Printing Meetup (Oct 28th) - Building CAD with AI + Halloween Prints Challenge! --- @@ -21,9 +21,7 @@ Special Date Alert: October 3D Printing Meetup (Oct 28th) + Halloween Prints Cha Hey everyone! -Mark your calendars—our **October 3D Printing Meetup** has a slight date change for this month! - -> **Special Date Notice:** We are meeting on the 4th Wednesday this month (**Wednesday, October 28th, 2026**) instead of our standard 3rd Wednesday because the library meeting room was unavailable on the 21st. +Our **October 3D Printing Meetup** is happening this week on a special date, **Wednesday, October 28th**! For more information about the meetup and community events, visit [www.fargo3d.com](https://www.fargo3d.com) @@ -31,7 +29,17 @@ For more information about the meetup and community events, visit [www.fargo3d.c **Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM** **Location**: West Fargo Public Library, 215 Third St. E., West Fargo, ND 58078 -Come join us for industry updates from John, show & tell, and our spooky October design competition! +Come join us for industry updates from John, show & tell, a live session on building CAD with AI, and our spooky October print competition! + +--- + +### Special Session: Building CAD with AI + +For this month's special session, we are testing out an AI agent skill that builds CAD models directly from photos. + +**What to bring:** +- Bring a physical object or something you have wanted to make a CAD file for. +- We will take photos and test how well the AI agent generates a 3D-printable CAD model on the spot. --- diff --git a/challenges/archive/October-2026.md b/challenges/archive/October-2026.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..2192105 --- /dev/null +++ b/challenges/archive/October-2026.md @@ -0,0 +1,53 @@ +--- +title: "October 2026: Halloween Prints" +category: "challenges" +subcategory: "2026" +order: 202610 +description: "October 2026 Halloween Prints challenge details, judging criteria, and submission rules." +tags: + - challenge + - archive + - 2026 + - halloween + - challenge-011 +--- + +[← Back to Challenge Archive](readme.md) + +# Past challenge: October 2026 + +## Challenge: Halloween Prints + +For October, members brought in Halloween prints ranging from costume props and wearables to skeletons and lit jack-o'-lanterns. + +### The focus: Spooky builds and print quality + +Entries covered four main areas: +- **Costume props and wearables.** Helmets, masks, cosplay gear, badges, and prop replicas. +- **Spooky decor.** Skulls, spiderwebs, ghosts, LED tea light pumpkins, and wall hangings. +- **Articulated and mechanical prints.** Print-in-place bats, articulated skeletons, and moving decorations. +- **Specialty materials.** Glow-in-the-dark filament, translucent or color-changing materials, and multi-color HueForge art. + +### Submission requirements + +* **Physical model.** Brought to the October 28th, 2026 meetup. +* **Open to all makers.** Original CAD designs and community models from Printables, MakerWorld, or Thangs were all eligible. +* **The story.** Makers shared their slicer settings, part orientation, filament choices, and post-processing steps with the group. + +### Judging and prize + +* **Voting.** Attendees voted on their favorites based on print quality, presentation, and Halloween theme. +* **Prize.** The winner took home a free spool of filament. + +### Timeline + +* **Challenge announcement.** September 16th, 2026 +* **Show & tell and voting.** October 28th, 2026 +* **Winner announcement.** October 28th, 2026 + +--- + +**This challenge was active for October 2026 and is now archived.** + +**Last Updated**: October 30, 2026 + diff --git a/challenges/archive/readme.md b/challenges/archive/readme.md index 4adb84c..dfe9a2e 100644 --- a/challenges/archive/readme.md +++ b/challenges/archive/readme.md @@ -19,6 +19,7 @@ This folder houses the historical archive of all past monthly 3D printing challe | Month | Challenge Title | Theme / Focus | File | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | +| **October 2026** | **Halloween Prints** | Costume props, spooky decor, and specialty filaments | [October-2026.md](October-2026.md) | | **September 2026** | **Practi"FALL" Prints** | Functional utility and everyday practicality | [September-2026.md](September-2026.md) | | **August 2026** | **Gridfinity Extravaganza** | Modular storage systems and custom bin designs | [August-2026.md](August-2026.md) | | **July 2026** | **Scarf Seams** | Seamless z-seam placement on curved spheres | [July-2026.md](July-2026.md) | @@ -36,3 +37,7 @@ This folder houses the historical archive of all past monthly 3D printing challe | **December 2025** | **Bring Your Test Models** | Calibration prints, torture tests, and holiday ornaments | [December-2025.md](December-2025.md) | | **November 2025** | **Wait, This Was Printed?** | Flawless layer-line-free surface finish (25mm cube) | [November-2025.md](November-2025.md) | | **October 2025** | **Is it Glass or Clearly Natural?** | Optical clarity challenge using 3D Fuel Clearly Natural | [October-2025.md](October-2025.md) | + +--- + +**Last Updated**: October 30, 2026 diff --git a/challenges/current/current.md b/challenges/current/current.md index d7fdbbc..22f3a3b 100644 --- a/challenges/current/current.md +++ b/challenges/current/current.md @@ -1,52 +1,52 @@ --- -title: "October 2026: Halloween Prints" +title: "November 2026: Thanksgiving & Fall Table Prints" category: "challenges" subcategory: "current" order: 1 -description: "October 2026 Halloween Prints challenge details, judging criteria, and submission rules." +description: "November 2026 Thanksgiving and fall table and kitchen prints challenge details, judging criteria, and submission rules." tags: + - challenge - active - - halloween + - thanksgiving - contest - - challenge-011 + - challenge-012 --- [← Back to Challenges Hub](../readme.md) | [Upcoming Preview](upcoming.md) -# Current Challenge: October 2026 +# Current challenge: November 2026 -## Challenge: Halloween Prints +## Challenge: Thanksgiving & fall table prints -Embrace the spooky season with our **Halloween Prints** design and printing challenge! From costume props and accessories to animated skeletons and glowing jack-o'-lanterns, bring your best Halloween creation to the October meetup. +With Thanksgiving around the corner, this month's challenge is all about the kitchen and the dinner table. Print something useful for prepping a big meal, serving food, or decorating the table for family and guests. -> [!NOTE] -> **Date Note:** Judging and show & tell will take place on **Wednesday, October 28th, 2026** (1 week later than usual due to library room scheduling). +### What to build -### The Focus: Spooky Creativity & Print Craftsmanship +Bring a print built for the kitchen or holiday table: +- **Table decor and centerpieces.** Napkin rings, place card holders, autumn centerpieces, or tea light holders. +- **Kitchen prep and organization.** Measuring scoops, pie crust shields, cookie cutters, spice racks, or drawer organizers. +- **Serving and hosting helpers.** Trivet stands, coaster sets, bottle openers, or utensil caddies. +- **Food-contact note.** If your print touches food directly, tell us how you handled food safety, such as using a food-safe resin coating, clean nozzle setup, or keeping the print as an outer holder for a glass or dish. -We are looking for prints that celebrate Halloween! Submissions can be: -- **Costume Props & Wearables**: Helmets, masks, cosplay gear, badges, and wand replicas. -- **Spooky Decor**: Skulls, spiderwebs, ghosts, jack-o'-lanterns with LED tea light openings, and wall hangings. -- **Articulated & Mechanical**: Print-in-place bats, articulated skeletons, or mechanical decorations. -- **Specialty Materials**: Glow-in-the-dark filament, translucent or color-changing materials, and multi-color HueForge art. +### Submission rules -### Submission Requirements +* **Physical model.** Bring your print to the **November 18th, 2026** meetup. +* **Open to all makers.** Original CAD models and community files from Printables, MakerWorld, or Thangs are both welcome. Bonus points if you built or modified your CAD model using the AI workflow from last month's session. +* **The story.** Tell the group how you printed it, what filament you chose, especially if heat resistance mattered, and how it worked in the kitchen. -* **Physical Model**: Bring your physical print to the **October 28th, 2026** meetup. -* **Open to All Makers**: You can enter an original CAD design or a community model you printed (from Printables, MakerWorld, Thangs, etc.). -* **The Story**: Be ready to share details about your print with the group (slicer settings, orientation, filament choices, and any post-processing). +### Judging and prize -### Judging & Prize - -* **Voting**: Community members present at the October meetup will cast their votes based on creativity, presentation, and Halloween spirit. -* **Prize**: The winner will receive a **free spool of filament**! +* **Voting.** Everyone at the November meetup votes on their favorite entry based on usefulness, print quality, and seasonal fit. +* **Prize.** The winner takes home a free spool of filament. ### Timeline -* **Challenge Announcement**: September 16th, 2026 -* **Show & Tell / Voting**: October 28th, 2026 (during the October meetup) -* **Winner Announcement**: October 28th, 2026 (end of the October meetup) +* **Challenge announcement.** October 28th, 2026 +* **Show & tell and voting.** November 18th, 2026 +* **Winner announcement.** November 18th, 2026 --- -**This challenge is currently active for October 2026** +**This challenge is active for November 2026** + +**Last Updated**: October 30, 2026 diff --git a/challenges/current/readme.md b/challenges/current/readme.md index 072777c..c0788c5 100644 --- a/challenges/current/readme.md +++ b/challenges/current/readme.md @@ -24,6 +24,10 @@ Our monthly challenges follow a 3-stage lifecycle: ## Current Files -- **[Active Challenge](current.md)**: October 2026 Halloween Prints (currently active, judging October 28th, 2026). -- **[Upcoming Challenge Preview](upcoming.md)**: November 2026 preview (to be announced at the October 28th meetup). +- **[Active Challenge](current.md)**: November 2026 Thanksgiving & Fall Table Prints, with judging on November 18th, 2026. +- **[Upcoming Challenge Preview](upcoming.md)**: December 2026 preview, to be announced at the November 18th meetup. - **[Challenge Archive](../archive/readme.md)**: Browse all completed past challenges from 2025 and 2026. + +--- + +**Last Updated**: October 30, 2026 diff --git a/challenges/current/upcoming.md b/challenges/current/upcoming.md index 6a6d811..d59ce12 100644 --- a/challenges/current/upcoming.md +++ b/challenges/current/upcoming.md @@ -1,9 +1,9 @@ --- -title: "Upcoming Challenge: November 2026" +title: "Upcoming Challenge: December 2026" category: "challenges" subcategory: "current" order: 2 -description: "Preview of upcoming monthly challenges." +description: "Preview of the December 2026 Annual Holiday Maker Showcase and challenge." tags: - challenge - upcoming @@ -11,32 +11,30 @@ tags: [← Back to Challenges Hub](../readme.md) | [Current Challenge](current.md) -# Upcoming Challenge: November 2026 (To Be Determined) +# Upcoming challenge: December 2026 -## Challenge: [Theme TBD] +## Challenge: Annual Holiday Maker Showcase -*Details for the November 2026 challenge are currently being decided. We will announce the full details at the October 28th meetup.* +Full details for the December challenge will be announced at the November 18th meetup. Expect a holiday gift, ornament, and year-end maker showcase theme for our December 16th gathering. -### The Focus: [TBD] +### Submission rules -*[Focus details to be added]* +* **Physical model.** Bring your print to the **December 16th, 2026** meetup. +* **The story.** Be ready to share how you designed or printed your entry. -### Submission Requirements +### Judging and prize -* **Physical Model**: Bring your print to the **November 18th, 2026** meetup. -* **The Story**: Be ready to tell the group about your creation. - -### Judging & Prize - -* **Voting**: The group will vote on their favorite entry. -* **Prize**: The winner will receive a **free spool of filament**! +* **Voting.** Attendees vote on their favorite print at the meetup. +* **Prize.** The winner takes home a free spool of filament. ### Timeline -* **Challenge Announcement**: October 28th, 2026 (at October meetup) -* **Show & Tell / Voting**: November 18th, 2026 (during November meetup) -* **Winner Announcement**: November 18th, 2026 (end of November meetup) +* **Challenge announcement.** November 18th, 2026 +* **Show & tell and voting.** December 16th, 2026 +* **Winner announcement.** December 16th, 2026 --- -**This challenge will become active in November 2026** +**This challenge becomes active in December 2026** + +**Last Updated**: October 30, 2026 diff --git a/challenges/readme.md b/challenges/readme.md index 13b3661..6e7637b 100644 --- a/challenges/readme.md +++ b/challenges/readme.md @@ -16,8 +16,8 @@ Welcome to the monthly 3D printing challenges for the Fargo 3D Print Meetup! Eac ## Challenge Sections - **[Current & Upcoming Challenges](current/readme.md)** - - **[Active Challenge](current/current.md)**: October 2026 Halloween Prints (bring physical models to October 28th meetup) - - **[Upcoming Preview](current/upcoming.md)**: November 2026 challenge preview + - **[Active Challenge](current/current.md)**: November 2026 Thanksgiving & Fall Table Prints, bring models to the November 18th meetup + - **[Upcoming Preview](current/upcoming.md)**: December 2026 challenge preview - **[Challenge Archive](archive/readme.md)** - Complete history of past 2025 and 2026 challenges, guidelines, and winner spotlights. @@ -28,3 +28,7 @@ Welcome to the monthly 3D printing challenges for the Fargo 3D Print Meetup! Eac - **Participation**: Open to all skill levels. Bring your physical prints to the monthly meetup. - **Show & Tell & Voting**: Share your printing approach, challenges overcome, and vote on community favorites. - **Prizes**: Winners receive free spools of filament. + +--- + +**Last Updated**: October 30, 2026