Add August 2026 announcement and Gridfinity challenge; update wiki current/upcoming challenges and important dates

Co-Authored-By: Claude <noreply@anthropic.com>

announcements/August2026.md

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+# 3D Fuel August Meetup - Meeting Announcement
+
+## Email Subject Line
+
+Join Us in August: 3D Printing Meetup + Gridfinity Extravaganza!
+
+---
+
+## Email Body
+
+Hey everyone!
+
+Join us for the **August 3D Printing Meetup**.
+
+For more information about the meetup and community events, visit [www.fargo3d.com](https://www.fargo3d.com)
+
+**Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM**
+**Location**: West Fargo Public Library, 215 Third St. E., West Fargo, ND 58078
+
+Come join us to catch the latest industry news updates from John and share your organizational wins!
+
+### August Challenge: Gridfinity Extravaganza
+
+This month's challenge is all about the **Gridfinity** system! Whether you're a pro at organizing or just starting out, we want to see your best modules.
+
+**Challenge Requirements:**
+- Bring a **Gridfinity Base**.
+- Bring **one top accessory** that fits into that base (this can be a bin, a cover, a tool holder, etc.).
+- Be ready to show how it works and why you chose that specific part!
+
+This is a great opportunity to see different variations of the Gridfinity system and pick up some new ideas for your own workshop.
+
+See you there!

challenges/August-2026/readme.md

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+---
+gitea: none
+tags:
+ - challenge
+ - challenge-009
+---
+[← Back to Home Page](Home)
+
+# Current Challenge: August 2026
+
+## Challenge: Gridfinity Extravaganza
+
+This month, we're diving into the world of **Gridfinity**! Whether you are a long-time user or completely new to the system, it's time to show off your organizational skills.
+
+### The Focus: Organizational Efficiency
+The goal is to create a functional and well-executed Gridfinity module that solves a real-world storage problem or simply looks great.
+
+### Submission Requirements
+
+* **Physical Model**: Bring your prints to the August meetup.
+* **Required Components**: 
+    * At least one **Gridfinity Base** (the base plate).
+    * One **Top Accessory** that fits into that base. This can be a bin, a cover, a tool holder, or any other accessory of your choice.
+* **The Story**: Be ready to explain what the accessory is for and how you approached the print.
+
+### Judging & Prize
+
+* **Voting**: The group will vote on their favorite entry based on utility, creativity, and print quality.
+* **Prize**: The winner will receive a **free spool of filament**!
+
+### Timeline
+
+* **Challenge Announcement**: July 2026 (at July 15th meetup)
+* **Show & Tell / Voting**: August 2026 (during August meetup)
+* **Winner Announcement**: August 2026 (end of August meetup)
+
+---
+
+**This challenge is active for August 2026**

wiki-content-gitea/Current-Challenge.md

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 [← Back to Home Page](Home)
 
-# Current Challenge: July 2026
+# Current Challenge: August 2026
 
-## Challenge: Scarf Seams
+## Challenge: Gridfinity Extravaganza
 
-Master the art of scarf seam placement! This month's challenge focuses on dialing in your scarf seam settings and techniques.
+This month, we're diving into the world of **Gridfinity**! Whether you are a long-time user or completely new to the system, it's time to show off your organizational skills.
 
-### The Focus
+### The Focus: Organizational Efficiency
-
+The goal is to create a functional and well-executed Gridfinity module that solves a real-world storage problem or simply looks great.
-The scarf seam is a powerful tool in your 3D printing arsenal. This challenge asks you to create a model with a carefully placed scarf seam on a **sphere**. Use this opportunity to experiment with different settings and share what you've learned about getting the perfect seam placement.
-
-One of our community members designed a great test part specifically for this challenge! You can find their test model in our Discord server here:
-[Community Scarf Seam Test Part](https://discord.com/channels/743827009494319226/1420553252587438142/1517194820706242570){target="_blank"}
-
-*(If you are not yet a member of our Discord community, you can join us using this link: [Join the Discord](https://discord.gg/EAwhSGMaA){target="_blank"})*
 
 ### Submission Requirements
 
-* **Physical Model**: Bring your print to the **July 15th, 2026** meetup.
+* **Physical Model**: Bring your prints to the August meetup.
-* **Size Constraint**: Your object must fit within a **75mm cubed space**.
+* **Required Components**: 
-* **Seam Location**: The seam must be positioned on a sphere (you can use the bottom half square approach if desired).
+    * At least one **Gridfinity Base** (the base plate).
-* **Settings Discussion**: Be prepared to share your print settings, temperature, speed, and any tricks you discovered for achieving clean scarf seams.
+    * One **Top Accessory** that fits into that base. This can be a bin, a cover, a tool holder, or any other accessory of your choice.
+* **The Story**: Be ready to explain what the accessory is for and how you approached the print.
+
+### Judging & Prize
+
+* **Voting**: The group will vote on their favorite entry based on utility, creativity, and print quality.
+* **Prize**: The winner will receive a **free spool of filament**!
 
 ### Timeline
 
-* **Challenge Announcement**: June 17th, 2026
+* **Challenge Announcement**: July 2026 (at July 15th meetup)
-* **Show & Tell / Discussion**: July 15th, 2026 meetup
+* **Show & Tell / Voting**: August 2026 (during August meetup)
-* **Winner Announcement**: July 15th, 2026 meetup
+* **Winner Announcement**: August 2026 (end of August meetup)
 
 ---
 
-**This challenge is currently active for July 2026**
+**This challenge is active for August 2026**

wiki-content-gitea/Important-Dates.md

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 ## Upcoming Meetup Schedule
 
 ### Next Meetup
-
+- **July Meetup: July 15th, 2026** ✓ *Completed*
-- **June Meetup: June 17th, 2026** ✓ *Completed*
-  - Judging of June 2026 Challenge ("Show & Tell Extravaganza!")
-  - Challenge announcement for July 2026 Challenge ("Scarf Seams")
-
-- **July Meetup: July 15th, 2026**
   - Judging of July 2026 Challenge ("Scarf Seams")
-  - Challenge announcement for August 2026 Challenge ("[Theme TBD]")
+  - Challenge announcement for August 2026 Challenge ("Gridfinity Extravaganza")
-  - Focus on dialing in Scarf Seam settings and techniques
+
+- **August Meetup: August 19th, 2026** (Estimated - 3rd Wed)
+  - Judging of August 2026 Challenge ("Gridfinity Extravaganza")
+  - Focus on Gridfinity system and organizational efficiency
 
 ## Regular Meeting Schedule
 
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 See [Current Challenge](Current-Challenge) for updates.
 
+### August 2026: "Gridfinity Extravaganza"
+
+- **Challenge Announcement**: July 15, 2026
+- **Submission Deadline**: August 19, 2026
+- **Judging**: August 19, 2026 meetup
+
+See [Current Challenge](Current-Challenge) for updates.
+
 ## Meeting Locations
 
-**July 2026 Meetup:**
+**July & August 2026 Meetups:**
 West Fargo Public Library
 215 Third St. E.
 West Fargo, ND 58078
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-**Last Updated**: June 10, 2026
+**Last Updated**: July 18, 2026

wiki-content-gitea/Upcoming-Challenge.md

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 gitea: none
 tags:
  - challenge
- - challenge-008
+ - challenge-tbd
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 [← Back to Home Page](Home)
 
-# Upcoming Challenge: August 2026 (To Be Determined)
+# Upcoming Challenge: September 2026 (To Be Determined)
 
 ## Challenge: [Theme TBD]
 
-*Details for the August 2026 challenge are currently being decided. We'll announce the full details at the July meetup!*
+*Details for the September 2026 challenge are currently being decided. We'll announce the full details at the August meetup!*
 
 ### The Focus: [TBD]
 
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 ### Submission Requirements
 
-* **Physical Model**: Bring your print to the **August** meetup.
+* **Physical Model**: Bring your print to the **September** 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**!
+* **Prize**: TBD
 
 ### Timeline
 
-* **Challenge Announcement**: July 2026 (at July 15th meetup)
+* **Challenge Announcement**: August 2026 (at August meetup)
-* **Show & Tell / Voting**: August 2026 (during August meetup)
+* **Show & Tell / Voting**: September 2026 (during September meetup)
-* **Winner Announcement**: August 2026 (end of August meetup)
+* **Winner Announcement**: September 2026 (end of September meetup)
 
 ---
 
-**This challenge will become active in August 2026**
+**This challenge will become active in September 2026**