I liked the Maker Faire last year, but this year was even better! The faire is sponsored by Make Magazine, and it encourages do-it-yourself-ers to come and display their best – everything from steam powered machines, to homemade robots, to alternative bikes and cars. What’s fun is being able to talk to the inventor and ask questions. There were also various shows and demonstrations – some entertaining, some explaining the science behind the magic. I loved it. Then again it’s very me – quite curious, and super-geeky.
This year’s theme is “Re-Make America”:
Following on President Obama’s call to “begin again the work of remaking America”, Maker Faire 2009 will be organized around the theme of Re-Make America. Held in the San Francisco Bay Area on May 30-31, Maker Faire celebrates what President Obama called “the risk takers, the doers, and the makers of things.” The fourth annual Maker Faire will showcase individual creativity and grassroots innovation in the largest festival devoted to DIY culture and technology in the country.