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Vancouver, BC
V5L 1M5
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Workshop: Introduction to Ubuntu - Thu Feb 25th 6:30-8:30pm @ Free Geek (back door)
Submitted by asmecher on Tue, 2010-02-23 10:22.Feb 25 2010 - 18:30
Feb 25 2010 - 20:30
Free Workshop: INTRODUCTION TO UBUNTU
WHEN: Thu Feb 25th, 6:30pm-8:30pm
WHERE: Free Geek, 1820 Pandora St. (back door)
COST: Free!
Curious? Or just starting out, and need a boost? Come and get a
friendly introduction to Ubuntu, a free and open source operating
system. You'll learn what you can do with it, what its advantages are,
and why its name means 'humanity to others.'
This workshop is for folks who have not had any prior experience
with Ubuntu, or who are just starting out...or who just need a
bit of extra attention.
***Space is limited, so please preregister by sending an email to:
info AT freegeekvancouver D0T org
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Workshop: Follow Up Course to Introduction to Ubuntu, Wed Oct 28th 7-9pm @ 1820 Pandora (back door)
Submitted by ifny on Thu, 2009-10-08 12:00.Oct 28 2009 - 19:00
Oct 28 2009 - 21:00
Workshop: INTRODUCTION TO UBUNTU
WHEN: Wed Oct 28th, 7:00pm-9:00pm
WHERE: Free Geek Vancouver, 1820 Pandora St. (back door)
COST: Pay what you can (donation)
PREREQUISITE: Have taken "Intro to Ubuntu" and want to know more, or already have some basic knowledge.
Come and enjoy the second part of a
friendly introduction to Ubuntu, a free and open source operating
system.
***Space is limited, so please preregister by sending an email to:
info AT freegeekvancouver D0T org
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Workshop: Introduction to Ubuntu - Wed Oct 21st 7-9pm @ Free Geek (back door)
Submitted by ifny on Thu, 2009-10-08 11:58.Oct 21 2009 - 19:00
Oct 21 2009 - 21:00
Free Workshop: INTRODUCTION TO UBUNTU
WHEN: Wed Oct 21st, 7:00pm-9:00pm
WHERE: Free Geek, 1820 Pandora St. (back door)
COST: Free!
Curious? Or just starting out, and need a boost? Come and get a
friendly introduction to Ubuntu, a free and open source operating
system. You'll learn what you can do with it, what its advantages are,
and why its name means 'humanity to others.'
This workshop is for folks who have not had any prior experience
with Ubuntu, or who are just starting out...or who just need a
bit of extra attention.
***Space is limited, so please preregister by sending an email to:
info AT freegeekvancouver D0T org
[More on Ubuntu]
[Why Use Free Software?]
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Free workshop: Free Your Computer, Free Yourself Fri. Mar. 20th, 12-1pm, UBC Responsible Consumption Week, SUB Room 216
Submitted by ifny on Fri, 2009-03-13 23:07.Mar 20 2009 - 12:00
Mar 20 2009 - 13:00
Workshop: Free Your Computer, Free Yourself - Practical steps to get you on the road to liberation with free and open source software
Fri. March 20th, noon-1:00pm
UBC campus, Vancouver BC
~ Students' Union Building (SUB), Room 216 ~
(Note: the SUB is the second building in from the main bus loop.)
Environmental and social responsibility has everything to do with your software choices.
Learn how to migrate to sustainable, community-powered software.
- What does "free and open source" mean?
- How can you start kicking old habits while maintaining productivity?
- Where can you find community support?
- What program can replace XYZ?
- What can you start doing right now?
Join this informal workshop on software freedom.
Facilitator: Ifny Lachance, Coordinator, Free Geek Vancouver
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Workshop: Windowsless Wednesday/Skill-share, Wed. May 6th, 7-9:30pm @ 1820 Pandora (back door)
Submitted by ifny on Fri, 2009-03-13 22:57.May 6 2009 - 19:00
May 6 2009 - 21:30
The first Wednesday of every month is...
WINDOWSLESS WEDNESDAY!!
Join us for a free DROP IN night of skill-sharing, problem-solving & education
7:00-9:30pm at Free Geek (back door)
No pre-registration required; first-come, first-serve.
- Getting help: all are welcome, beginners and up
- Helping others: we always need helpers with skills, please consider dropping by to help others
- Free or by donation.
- Note: we help with free & open source software/hardware issues only.
Want to try free and open source software? Find out how to install GNU/Linux on your computer? Or have a more complex question...? These evenings are first come, first serve. Drop in & write your name/question on the whiteboard; someone will come find you and lend a hand.
We assist folks who have GNU/Linux issues, hardware problems, or who are just plain curious. If you want to see what free and open source is all about, or try the Ubuntu operating system, you're welcome to drop by!
If you are already running a distribution of GNU/Linux, you might consider bringing your box down, so we can work together to solve your difficulties.
**CAN YOU HELP? We're always in need of extra helpers with skills and patience! Particular areas in demand: GNU/Linux & wireless, Ubuntu installs, hardware issues. Feel free to drop by and let us know you've come to help.
Check back here for updates, or join our announcement mailing list to stay posted about upcoming events!
Please note: Entry via back door. Indoor bike parking. Unfortunately our new location is not wheelchair accessible yet. We appreciate your patience while we work to change this; call us with concerns: 604-879-4335.
Workshop: Windowsless Wednesday/Skill-share, Wed. Apr. 1st, 7-9:30pm @ 1820 Pandora (back door)
Submitted by ifny on Wed, 2009-03-11 13:34.Apr 1 2009 - 19:00
Apr 1 2009 - 21:30
The first Wednesday of every month is...
WINDOWSLESS WEDNESDAY!!
Join us for a free DROP IN night of skill-sharing, problem-solving & education
7:00-9:30pm at Free Geek (back door)
No pre-registration required; first-come, first-serve.
- Getting help: all are welcome, beginners and up
- Helping others: we always need helpers with skills, please consider dropping by to help others
- Free or by donation.
- Note: we help with free & open source software/hardware issues only.
Want to try free and open source software? Find out how to install GNU/Linux on your computer? Or have a more complex question...? These evenings are first come, first serve. Drop in & write your name/question on the whiteboard; someone will come find you and lend a hand.
We assist folks who have GNU/Linux issues, hardware problems, or who are just plain curious. If you want to see what free and open source is all about, or try the Ubuntu operating system, you're welcome to drop by!
If you are already running a distribution of GNU/Linux, you might consider bringing your box down, so we can work together to solve your difficulties.
**CAN YOU HELP? We're always in need of extra helpers with skills and patience! Particular areas in demand: GNU/Linux & wireless, Ubuntu installs, hardware issues. Feel free to drop by and let us know you've come to help.
Check back here for updates, or join our announcement mailing list to stay posted about upcoming events!
Please note: Entry via back door. Indoor bike parking. Unfortunately our new location is not wheelchair accessible yet. We appreciate your patience while we work to change this; call us with concerns: 604-879-4335.
Workshop: Intro to Ubuntu GNU/Linux, Thurs. Mar. 5th, 6:30-8:30pm @ Free Geek (back door)
Submitted by ifny on Fri, 2009-02-13 17:31.Mar 5 2009 - 18:30
Mar 5 2009 - 20:30
Free Workshop: INTRODUCTION TO UBUNTU GNU/LINUX
WHEN: Thurs. Mar. 5th, 6:30pm-8:30pm
WHERE: Free Geek, 1820 Pandora St. (back door)
Curious? Or just starting out, and need a boost? Come and get a
friendly introduction to Ubuntu, a free and open source operating
system. You'll learn what you can do with it, what its advantages are,
and why its name means 'humanity to others.'
This workshop is for folks who have not had any prior experience
with Ubuntu, or who are just starting out...or who just need a
bit of extra attention.
****Please note: this workshop is limited capacity. Please register by sending an email to
info {at} freegeekvancouver {d0t} org
[More on Ubuntu]
[Why Use Free Software?]
This workshop is presented by Free Geek and Ubuntu Vancouver.
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Workshop: Windowsless Wednesday/Skill-share, Wed. Mar. 4, 7-9:30pm @ 1820 Pandora (back door)
Submitted by ifny on Fri, 2009-02-13 16:29.Mar 4 2009 - 19:00
Mar 4 2009 - 21:30
The first Wednesday of every month is...
WINDOWSLESS WEDNESDAY!!
Join us for a free DROP IN night of skill-sharing, problem-solving & education
7:00-9:30pm at Free Geek (back door)
No pre-registration required; first-come, first-serve.
- Getting help: all are welcome, beginners and up
- Helping others: we always need helpers with skills, please consider dropping by to help others
- Free or by donation.
- Note: we help with free & open source software/hardware issues only.
Want to try free and open source software? Find out how to install GNU/Linux on your computer? Or have a more complex question...? These evenings are first come, first serve. Drop in & write your name/question on the whiteboard; someone will come find you and lend a hand.
We assist folks who have GNU/Linux issues, hardware problems, or who are just plain curious. If you want to see what free and open source is all about, or try the Ubuntu operating system, you're welcome to drop by!
If you are already running a distribution of GNU/Linux, you might consider bringing your box down, so we can work together to solve your difficulties.
**CAN YOU HELP? We're always in need of extra helpers with skills and patience! Particular areas in demand: GNU/Linux & wireless, Ubuntu installs, hardware issues. Feel free to drop by and let us know you've come to help.
Check back here for updates, or join our announcement mailing list to stay posted about upcoming events!
Please note: Entry via back door. Indoor bike parking. Unfortunately our new location is not wheelchair accessible yet. We appreciate your patience while we work to change this; call us with concerns: 604-879-4335.
Workshop: Intro to Ubuntu GNU/Linux, Wed. Jan 28th, 6:30-8:30pm @ Free Geek (back door) - FULL
Submitted by ifny on Sat, 2009-01-10 17:41.Jan 28 2009 - 18:30
Jan 28 2009 - 20:30
Free Workshop: INTRODUCTION TO UBUNTU GNU/LINUX
WHEN: Wed. Jan. 28th, 6:30pm-8:30pm
WHERE: Free Geek, 1820 Pandora St. (back door)
Curious? Or just starting out, and need a boost? Come and get a
friendly introduction to Ubuntu, a free and open source operating
system. You'll learn what you can do with it, what its advantages are,
and why its name means 'humanity to others.'
This workshop is for folks who have not had any prior experience
with Ubuntu, or who are just starting out...or who just need a
bit of extra attention.
*** THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULL. It will be offered again in future. Join the announcements mailing list if you would like to be notified
[More on Ubuntu]
[Why Use Free Software?]
This workshop is presented by Free Geek and Ubuntu Vancouver.
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Workshop: Windowsless Wednesday/Skill-share, Wed. Feb 4, 7-9:30pm @ 1820 Pandora (back door)
Submitted by ifny on Fri, 2009-01-09 14:23.Feb 4 2009 - 19:00
Feb 4 2009 - 21:30
The first Wednesday of every month is...
WINDOWSLESS WEDNESDAY!!
Join us for a free DROP IN night of skill-sharing, problem-solving & education
7:00-9:30pm at Free Geek (back door)
No pre-registration required; first-come, first-serve.
- Getting help: all are welcome, beginners and up
- Helping others: we always need helpers with skills, please consider dropping by to help others
- Free or by donation.
- Note: we help with free & open source software/hardware issues only.
Want to try free and open source software? Find out how to install GNU/Linux on your computer? Or have a more complex question...? These evenings are first come, first serve. Drop in & write your name/question on the whiteboard; someone will come find you and lend a hand.
We assist folks who have GNU/Linux issues, hardware problems, or who are just plain curious. If you want to see what free and open source is all about, or try the Ubuntu operating system, you're welcome to drop by!
If you are already running a distribution of GNU/Linux, you might consider bringing your box down, so we can work together to solve your difficulties.
**CAN YOU HELP? We're always in need of extra helpers with skills and patience! Particular areas in demand: GNU/Linux & wireless, Ubuntu installs, hardware issues. Feel free to drop by and let us know you've come to help.
Check back here for updates, or join our announcement mailing list to stay posted about upcoming events!
Please note: Entry via back door. Indoor bike parking. Unfortunately our new location is not wheelchair accessible yet. We appreciate your patience while we work to change this; call us with concerns: 604-879-4335.
