by tmw2010 | Mar 13, 2014 | Gulf Coast Makers Festival, MakerCon, Makers, Young Makers
We’ve long been fans of Electrathon racing. Electrathon joined us at our first Maker Faire in 2012, and we’re really happy they’ll be at this year’s event. We talked to Ken Fiallos, the Executive Director and Founder of Electrathon of Tampa...
by tmw2010 | Mar 13, 2014 | DIY, Gulf Coast Makers Festival, inventors, MakerCon, Makers, Young Makers
We’ve gotten a rush of inquiries and interest, so we’re extending our Call for Makers through March 21st. Learn more about Gulf Coast MakerCon here, and apply via the form below. It’s free for educational and demo exhibits, and just $75 for the...
by tmw2010 | Mar 10, 2014 | DIY, Education, Gulf Coast Makers Festival, MakerCon, Makers, Makers Festival, Science
Daniel Flisek is a civilian Physicist working for the US Navy with a self-professed ” strong interest in chemistry on the side.” We asked him to tell us a bit about himself and what he’s bringing to Gulf Coast MakerCon. DF: “I have a...
by tmw2010 | Mar 9, 2014 | DIY, Education, Gulf Coast Makers Festival, MakerCon, Makers Festival, Young Makers
The “maker” movement is simply the DIY creative spirit reignited for the 21st century. It’s a return to self-sufficiency, self-reliance and creativity, providing engaging and hands-on opportunities to inspire, educate, and entertain curious and creative learners of...
by tmw2010 | Mar 8, 2014 | Fairs, Festivals, Gulf Coast Makers Festival, MakerCon, Makers, Robotics
Robots are a big part of any maker event, and Gulf Coast MakerCon is no exception. We’ll have a variety of robots on hand – bouncing balls, flinging frisbees, butlering and battling to the (near) death, a grand kick off for National Robotics Week, and...
by tmw2010 | Mar 1, 2014 | 3d printing, Gulf Coast Makers Festival, MakerCon
Our collection of awesome Makers is wonderful and growing! This weekend, we’ll get to know Tangible Labs. Tangible Labs grew out of MityMo Creative, a creative services agency located in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. For over ten years, MityMo has provided...
