Add December announcement and update challenge status

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Monthly design challenges and competitions. Currently featuring:
- **November 2025**: "Wait, This Was Printed? How Are There No Layer Lines?" - Surface finish challenge
- **Active (Nov)**: "Wait, This Was Printed?" - Surface finish challenge (Judging Dec 10)
- **Upcoming (Dec)**: "Bring Your Test Models" - Calibration print showcase
- Challenge rules, judging criteria, and submission guidelines
- Prize structures and recognition programs
- Tips for achieving the best results

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# 3D Fuel December Meetup - Meeting Announcement
## Email Subject Line
Join Us December 10th: 3D Printing Meetup + SVG Lettering + FormNext Recap + Challenge Winners
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## Email Body / Reddit Post
Hey everyone!
Join us for the **December 3D Printing Meetup**. Please note: **This month's meeting is on Wednesday, December 10th at 6:00 PM** (adjusted for the holidays).
For more information about the meetup and community events, visit our new website: [www.fargo3d.com](https://www.fargo3d.com)
### Meeting Agenda
**Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM**
1. **Social Time & Networking** - Welcome and catching up
2. **Industry News Update** - **FormNext Coverage** with John - A look at the latest tech from the world's largest additive manufacturing expo.
3. **Show & Tell & Challenge Judging** - **November Challenge Judging**: "Wait, This Was Printed?" (Smooth Cube Challenge). Bring your cubes!
4. **New December Challenge Announcement** - "Bring Your Test Models" - Share your favorite calibration and testing prints.
5. **Featured Presentation: SVGs and Lettering on Prints** - Presented by **Eric Spooner**
6. **Closing Discussion** - Wrap-up and informal conversation
### Special Presentation: SVGs and Lettering on Prints
Join us for a deep dive into adding custom graphics and text to your 3D prints! This presentation will cover:
- **Working with SVGs**: How to prepare vector graphics for 3D printing.
- **Lettering Techniques**: Best practices for embedding or embossing text onto your models.
- **Workflow Tips**: From design software to slicer implementation.
### What to Expect
- Network with local 3D printing enthusiasts
- **FormNext Recap**: Hear about the newest industry innovations.
- **Challenge Winners**: See who achieved the smoothest surface finish in our November challenge.
- **Learn New Skills**: Master the art of putting text and graphics on your prints.
- Ask questions from experienced makers
### Location & Details
**When:** Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
**Where:** 3D-Fuel 2222 7th Ave N Fargo, ND 58102

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## Active Challenge
### December 2025: "Bring Your Test Models"
### November 2025: "Wait, This Was Printed?"
**Theme**: Sharing and comparing printer calibration and test models
**Theme**: Achieving the smoothest, most layer-line-free surface finish possible.
**Key Details**:
- **Model**: Your favorite test/calibration print (Benchy, Cube, Torture Test, etc.)
- **Goal**: Share why you use it and what it helps you tune
- **Voting**: Group vote for "Best Test Model" (Usefulness, Uniqueness, Coolness)
- **Model**: 25mm x 25mm x 25mm cube (2 walls, 0 top layers, 0% infill)
- **Goal**: Create a surface so smooth it doesn't look 3D printed
- **Judging**: Based solely on surface smoothness and lack of visible layer lines
**[View Full Challenge Details](https://meetup.fargo3d.com/Fargo3d/3DPrintMeetup/wiki/Current-Challenge)**
## Upcoming Challenge
### November 2025: "[Challenge Name TBD]"
### December 2025: "Bring Your Test Models"
**Status**: Planning in progress
**Theme**: Sharing and comparing printer calibration and test models.
**Status**: To be announced at December 10th Meetup.
**Expected Timeline**:

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