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From: Eric Spooner <espoon@microsoft.com>
Date: Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:01:53 -0500
Subject: [PATCH] Add November 2025 meetup announcement with HueForge
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+# 3D Fuel November Meetup - Meeting Announcement
+
+## Email Subject Line
+
+Join Us November 12th: HueForge Getting Started Presentation + Monthly Challenge
+
+---
+
+## Email Body / Reddit Post
+
+Hey everyone!
+
+Join us for the **November 3D Printing Meetup**. Please note: **This month's meeting is on Wednesday, November 12th at 6:00 PM** (not our usual 3rd Wednesday).
+
+**Also note:** December's meetup will be on **Wednesday, December 10th** (also adjusted for the holidays).
+
+### Meeting Agenda
+
+**Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM**
+
+1. **Social Time & Networking** - Welcome and catching up
+2. **Industry News Update** - Latest 3D printing trends with John
+3. **Show & Tell & Challenge Judging** - October transparency challenge winners and community showcases
+4. **New November Challenge Announcement** - "Wait, This Was Printed? How Are There No Layer Lines?" - Can you achieve the smoothest surface finish possible?
+5. **Featured Presentation: Getting Started with HueForge** *(30 minutes)* - Presented by **Eric Spooner**
+6. **Closing Discussion** - Wrap-up and informal conversation
+
+### Special Presentation: Getting Started with HueForge
+
+Join us for a brief introduction to HueForge color mapping software! This presentation will cover:
+
+- **Installing the 3D Fuel Filament Library** - Add our complete 127+ filament database to HueForge
+- **Photo-to-Print Workflow** - Working with a simple Black and White photo
+- **Slicer Setup & Integration**:
+  - Configuring HueForge with **Bambu Studio** using modifiers vs Painting
+
+Perfect for anyone looking to take their color and multi-material printing to the next level!
+
+### What to Expect
+
+- Network with local 3D printing enthusiasts
+- Showcase your latest prints
+- Learn about our new November challenge: achieving the smoothest layer-line-free prints
+- Learn color mapping techniques with HueForge
+- Ask questions from experienced makers
+
+### Location & Details
+
+**When:** Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM  
+**Where:** 3D-Fuel 2222 7th Ave N Fargo, ND 58102
+
+### Don't Miss Out
+
+Whether you're a 3D printing beginner or experienced maker, we have something for everyone. Bring your questions, your latest prints, and your enthusiasm!
+
+**See you there!**
+
+---
+
+## Social Media Quick Version (Twitter/X)
+
+November meetup is THIS WEDNESDAY (Nov 12th) at 6 PM! New challenge: "Wait, This Was Printed? How Are There No Layer Lines?" Plus Eric Spooner presents HueForge basics - photo-to-print workflows, 3D Fuel filament library & slicer setup. Show & tell too! #3DPrinting #3DFuel
+
+---
+
+## Meeting Details Reference
+
+| Detail | Information |
+|--------|-------------|
+| **Date** | Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 |
+| **Time** | 6:00 - 8:00 PM |
+| **Presentation Topic** | Getting Started with HueForge |
+| **Presenter** | Eric Spooner |
+| **Duration** | 30 minutes |
+| **Key Topics** | 3D Fuel Library Installation, B&W Photo Mapping, Bambu Studio/Orca Slicer Setup |
+| **Note** | Special date - not 3rd Wednesday |