> We will have 8 or 9 8ft tables, more if we need them. We can rearrange as  
> needed. We will have power close by but will need extension cords. We had  
> good
> internet last year but had none or spotty in previous years. I'm telling  
> folks maybe but not to plan on it.
> Here is the draft layout of the hall -
> https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AnUIv2iYsoBFdG5fNGJXSUJs...
> Bill Pabst, 4-H Youth Development Specialist
> 4-H Center for Youth Development
> University of Missouri Extension
> 826 Clark Hall, University of Missouri
> Columbia, MO 65211
> V 573-884-7590; F 573-884-4225
> pab...@missouri.edu
> http://4h.missouri.edu/
> From: Scott.Kovale...@gmail.com [mailto:Scott.Kovale...@gmail.com]
> Sent: Monday, August 06, 2012 10:44 AM
> To: columbia-gadget-works@googlegroups.com; Pabst, Bill
> Subject: Re: Re: CGW at Missouri State Fair and Misc
> Looks like both my kids and the wife and I will be there. They probably  
> won't stay the whole time though, but the kids are anxious to talk about  
> their robots.
> I can't edit the spreadsheet. Maybe I am not supposed to edit?
> I am planning to bring 4 small robots (my Makey bot, plus 3 coaster  
> bots). I am considering bringing my 3d printer as well, and laptop, so I  
> can work-on/print a new chassis for the coaster bot. I know that EVERYONE  
> brings a 3D printer to these things, but I
> really just want to multi-task and get some work done as well as hang out  
> at the booth... so shoot me. Do we have power at the fair? Lots of  
> outlets or should we bring power strips? If I am bringing that, I might  
> as well throw in my nerd kit with an arduino
> or two, sensors, etc. That way, if anyone wants to do some hacking on the  
> spot...
> I might have a large enough pile of stuff that it would be nice to unload  
> at the site. Hopefully I can reserve some space in the car that is  
> parking close by.
> Bill, Can you tell us what we have in terms of power, table space, etc.  
> Is there internet?
> On , Ryan ryanra...@gmail.com> wrote:
> > I will be bringing 2 small robots and a laptop that will require some  
> sort of electricity (bad batteries). i can also bring an extension cord  
> and a power strip.

> > On Thursday, August 2, 2012 11:29:03 PM UTC-5, Zach wrote:Good news,  
> everyone!

> > Your favorite hackerspace in Columbia, Columbia Gadget Works, has  
> signed up to take part in the Show Me Robots events at the 2012 Missouri  
> State Fair. The event will take place Sunday, August 12th, from 10:00 to  
> 17:00, and we will be showcasing the various
> robotic and nearly-robotic projects that our members are working on. We  
> have 20 free entry tickets reserved for those who want to work the booth,  
> showcasing their projects and talking to visitors about robotics and CGW.  
> As of tonight's meeting, about 15 of
> those are spoken for. I've listed what I remember of the ticket  
> distribution in the Google doc linked below. If I screwed up the number  
> you wanted or if you are not on this list and you want to go, please  
> respond to this message saying as much. Bill said that
> the tickets should come in Tuesday-ish, so we'll work out how to  
> distribute the tickets at that point.

> https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AjFd9MbzCuezdHJ3bmZpWFJt...

> > Also, you may notice that there is a "Bringing" column in the doc.  
> Please let me know what you plan on bringing, and I will list it there.  
> This will help us arrange vehicles, as we only have 3 that we can take  
> onto the fairgrounds to bring our robots and
> such to the venue. If there are any questions about the Show Me Robots  
> thing, please just respond to this message.

> > On a different note, I'm sure roughly 2 of your have noticed that I  
> haven't been hosting the weekly G+ hangouts lately. I aim to remedy this  
> starting this upcoming week. So, on Tuesday, Aug 6th, at 21:00 (9:00 pm)  
> I will be hosting a Google+ hangout on the
> CGW Page. Everyone is invited to join the discussion, but if you are  
> interested please make sure you add CGW to your circles before the  
> hangout occurs so that I can send you an invite.

> > Okay, I think that's it. Peace out, ya'll.

> > -Zach