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=We’re having a party and you’re invited!=
 
[[Image:MakerPartyLogo.png|150px|right]]
 
'''WHO:''' You and everyone you know
 
'''WHAT:''' Let’s get together to make cool stuff and share it online
 
'''WHERE:''' [https://webmaker.org/events All over the world]
 
'''WHEN:''' June 15, 2013 – September 15, 2013
 
'''HOW:''' It’s simple! Follow one of these easy steps:
 
1) [https://webmaker.org/events Attend an event in your area]
 
2) [https://webmaker.org Make something online and share it with the community]
 
3) [https://webmaker.org/teach Create your own event and teach or learn with your peers]
 
 
'''RSVP:''' Confirm your attendance by sharing your events and stories with the world. Tell everyone about your party and show off your work. Use the hashtag #MakerParty on Twitter, Thimble or Popcorn Maker or share your best work using the hashtag #webmakerwin
 
===Let’s get this party started! Here’s some info to get you in the know:===
 
From now to September 15, people around the world will meet up at great events, make cool stuff and share it all online. <b>Let's work together</b>. Our community and network of partners are crucial to growing this movement. There's no way any one person or organization can do this alone!
 
<b>The goal of Maker Party:</b> host a worldwide party celebrating all the amazing things we can make and learn thanks to the web.
 
''“<b>The web gives us all the chance to be creators, makers and inventors </b>. Maker Party is about joining thousands of people across the globe to make something amazing, teach each other new skills, and have a great time doing it.” – Mark Surman, Mozilla’s Executive Director''
 
=Get Involved: ''Attend an Event''=
 
'''Attend an event'''
 
<b>[https://webmaker.org/events View our global map]</b> and see what maker parties are happening in your area. Sign up to attend the event or reach out to the host to volunteer and be a mentor.
 
=Get Involved: ''Make Something''=
 
'''Make something'''
 
Are you already making things online? '''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/what-i-made-maker-party View our template]''' to share with us what you’re making and add it to the party. '''[https://webmaker.org/search?type=tags&q=webmaker:template Check out some of our maker templates]''' and remix them to make something of your own. Learn how to make your own customized movie poster, post card, poster, photo album and more!
 
Create your own or remix an existing version of a web video, documentary or gif with '''[https://webmaker.org/tools/ Popcorn Maker]'''. Popcorn Maker helps you easily remix web video, audio and images into cool mashups that you can embed on other websites.
 
Create your own or remix an existing version of a web pages, meme, greeting card or poster with '''[https://webmaker.org/tools/ Thimble]'''. Write and edit HTML and CSS right in your browser, then instantly preview your work.
 
'''Need inspiration?''' '''[https://webmaker.org/ Check out what the community is making].'''
 
'''Need a bit of mentoring, need help starting to build a Make?''' The '''[http://blog.kaibray.com/post/53435217912/creativity-is-the-goal-at-mozillas-makerparty Content Team]''' will also be available throughout Maker Party for those who need a bit of creative inspiration in the form of templates, example Makes, online tutorials and in-person Webmaker demo sessions. You can get live support using our chat room on IRC. You can do this by downloading your favorite IRC software and pointing it to the server irc.mozilla.org and channel #makesmiths. Or just join the chat room in your web browser using '''[http://mibbit.com/#makesmiths@irc.mozilla.org this link]'''. You can also join the '''[https://plus.google.com/u/1/communities/113102647862445788660 Makesmiths Google+ Group]'''.
 
'''[https://plus.google.com/communities/106022863174952221205 Join the #teachtheweb Webmaker Mentor community on Google+]'''. This is the place to find other mentors around the world, share ideas, get access to resources, find new partners and get peer support.
 
For a more comprehensive look at Makes, check out our Makes Page: https://wiki.mozilla.org/Maker_Party/Makes
 
=Get Involved: ''Create an Event''=
 
'''Create your own event'''
 
Follow our step-by-step guides to plan your party
*Small-sized party: '''[https://webmaker.makes.org/thimble/how-to-host-a-kitchen-party Kitchen Party]'''
*Medium-sized party: '''[https://webmaker.makes.org/thimble/host-a-hack-jam Hack Jam]'''
*Large-sized party: '''[https://webmaker.makes.org/thimble/host-a-hive-popup Hive Pop-Up]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hackable-facilitation-guide Use our resources to customize your own event!]'''
 
 
<b>Learning Kits</b>
 
Access our activity kits that are filled with information and resources for you and your team to start making things for the web using the Mozilla Webmaker tools. Kits range from fun topics regarding digital storytelling to making a commercial. Each Hacktivities kit includes information on icebreakers, introductions, hacking tutorials, demonstrations, feedback opportunities and more that is sure to make your event a success.
 
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hacking-guide-online-storytelling Online Storytelling]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hacking-guide-revolutions-in-media Revolutions in Media]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hacking-guide-remix Remix Hacking Guide]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hacking-guide-ways-of-the-web Ways of the Web]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hacking-guide-make-it-share-it Make It! Share It!]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hacking-guide-thimble Thimble Hacking Guide]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hacking-guide-popcorn Popcorn Hacking Guide]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hacking-guide-thimble-for-journalists Thimble for Journalists]'''
 
 
Want to create your own Activity Kits? Here are some templates to get you started
 
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hackable-make-a-kit-template Make a Kit]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hackable-goals-template Hackable Goals]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hackable-activity-template Hackable Activity]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hackable-resource-template Hackable Resources]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/hackable-profile-template Hackable Profile]'''
*'''[https://webmaker.org/search?type=tags&q=webmaker:template Webmaker Starter Make Templates]'''
 
=Event Resources=
 
'''GEAR'''
 
What’s a party without any lootbags? You can request Webmaker stickers, t-shirts and tablecloths that you can use at your events. There are differently gear packages depending on your event size. Please allow for 1-2 weeks for delivery. You'll need a link for your event and a shipping address.
 
*'''[https://intlstore.mozilla.org/makerparty/ Request gear for your party!]'''
 
 
'''ADVERTISE YOUR EVENT'''
 
*'''[https://webmaker.org/events List your Maker Party on our global events platform.]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/maker-party-invitation Remix and build a webby invitation to your party.]'''
*'''[https://mozteach.makes.org/thimble/what-i-made-maker-party Have you and your guests create web pages for the stuff they made.]'''
*'''[https://wiki.mozilla.org/Maker_Party/Get_involved-Sample_Partner_Email_for_makerparty Email Template]'''
*Promote your events using this handy [https://wiki.mozilla.org/Maker_Party/Communications/Press_Kit press kit] that we developed
 
 
'''LOGOS AND VISUAL ASSETS'''
 
Useful graphics assets for branding or co-branding your events:
 
*[https://www.dropbox.com/s/cld6ol3fhro7d6t/MakerPartyLogo.ai Maker Party logo]
*[https://www.dropbox.com/s/73o3875uzm7qfki/MakerPartyWordmark.ai Maker Party wordmark]
*[https://www.dropbox.com/s/jinys4ewl47995s/MakerPartySite.png Maker Party banner]
*[https://www.dropbox.com/s/fio4adbj34n2x14/1-makerparty-email-graphic.png Maker Party email graphic]
*[https://www.dropbox.com/s/if6umx0tx0x6txj/MakerParty-brand-palette-01.png Maker Party brand palette]
*[http://makerpartygifs.tumblr.com/ Maker Party animated GIFs]
*[https://www.dropbox.com/sh/lxsih4focwl81qd/5S8pTPVKY7 more Maker Party assets]
 
Download production files to create Webmaker swag:
 
''After clicking on the link below, you'll be directed to a page housing the file. Click on Webmaker-swag.zip, below the File/File History/File usage box, and the file will download to your computer.''
 
[[File:Webmaker-swag.zip]]
 
=Spread the word=
RSVP your attendance and help us spread the word so others can join the party. By sharing our event info, blog posts, photos, and the inspiring creations our follower build - we will create a compelling worldwide Call to Action that moves consumers of the web into makers of the web. In turn, by sharing your Makes and creative Maker Party outputs above, we'll make sure your hard work gets the kudos it deserves!
 
'''How can you help us spread the word?'''  Here are a few quick ways you can help:
 
*'''Show it off'''. Post the '''[https://www.dropbox.com/s/cld6ol3fhro7d6t/MakerPartyLogo.ai Maker Party Logo]''' on your website. Don't forget to link it back to the '''[https://www.webmaker.org/party Maker Party]'''!
*'''Brag'''. Tell the world what you're doing as a part of the Maker Party. Don't know how? Use this '''[https://wiki.mozilla.org/Maker_Party/Communications quick paragraph]''' as a guide. Need more words? We have a full list of '''[https://wiki.mozilla.org/Maker_Party/Communications/Talking_Points talking points]''' to use this summer.
*'''Tweet about it'''. Use the hashtag '''[https://twitter.com/search/realtime?q=%23makerparty #makerparty]''' when you're talking about events! And check out our full '''[https://wiki.mozilla.org/Maker_Party/Communications best practices guide]''' for more help with social media.
*'''Tell your friends!''' Send an email to your list announcing what you're doing as a part of the party—and inviting all of them to join. Looking for the right words? Use this '''[https://wiki.mozilla.org/Maker_Party/Get_involved-Sample_Partner_Email_for_makerparty Sample Email Template]''' to send an invitation to your list.
 
=Show off your work=
 
 
To give the best Maker Party outputs the attention they deserve, whether these Makes are created on Popcorn or Thimble our '''[http://bit.ly/19kGPo8 Content Team]''' will crawl through the Maker Party world each day to find the next best thing.
 
Get your project featured by following one of the steps below:
 
<b>Step 1</b>, share your make on Twitter using the '''[https://twitter.com/search/realtime?q=%23makerparty #makerparty]''' hashtag. You will not only get our attention but you will also showcase your work among other makers.
 
<b>Step 2</b>, give your content some relevant tags so others can find it better. Be sure to include the #makerparty tag wherever you can. Here are some instructions on how to tag your work in Popcorn Maker and Thimble.
 
* In Popcorn Maker, go to the 'Project' tab after saving your project and notice the field at the bottom that asks for tags. Separate them with a comma (no spaces) with things that help identify your project, i.e. cats,texas,cowboy,hilarious
 
* On Thimble, you can add a special meta tag between the <head> </head> section of your webpage that adds them to the webmaker.org search engine. Make sure you have one line for each tag. It should look something like this:
** <meta content="cats" name="webmaker:tags">
** <meta content="texas" name="webmaker:tags">
** <meta content="cowboy" name="webmaker:tags">
** <meta content="hilarious" name="webmaker:tags">
<br />
Also keep in mind that the team is especially keen on featuring Makes which are "irresistibly remixable" to others using the site.
 
=Additional Resources=
 
Access all resources and information on our “home base” for Maker Party: https://webmaker.org/party
 
<b>Maker Party News Channel:</b> http://blog.webmaker.org/tag/maker-party
 
<b>Frequently Asked Questions:</b> https://wiki.mozilla.org/Maker_Party/FAQs
 
<b>[https://webmaker.org/ Webmaker's project gallery:]</b> See what other people are making. Got a great Make that illustrates your Maker Party experience? Want one of your constituents to get some love? Our <b>[http://blog.kaibray.com/post/53435217912/creativity-is-the-goal-at-mozillas-makerparty Webmaker Content Team]</b> will be around to feature and highlight the best Makes, giving your outputs the attention they deserve.
 
=Maker Party Partners=
 
Hosted in partnership with the National Writing Project and the MacArthur Foundation, Maker Party partners are helping us offer a truly diverse range of events all over the world. From CERN’s Citizen Cyberspace Centre and the New York Hall of Science to Girls Learning Code and IndieWebCamp, we’ve joined together to bring together everyone interested in making and learning together. Here’s a snapshot of how our partners are getting involved,
 
• <b>Black Girls Code</b> will run 10 coding workshops across Africa and the U.S.
 
• <b>The MIT Media Lab</b> is inviting kids to program stories, games and animations.
 
• <b>DIY.org</b> will make 250,000 projects with kids
 
• <b>The Maker Education</b> Initiative will teach teachers
 
• <b>Girl Scout Troops</b> will issue merit badges for digital skills
 
...and many more. <b>[https://webmaker.org/party#partners See the complete list here]</b> .
 
=What happens after the party?=
<b>Maker Party runs from June to September, but Mozilla’s hope is to build a lasting network of people around the world who want to teach people web literacy and digital skills</b>. In September, we’ll be inviting mentors and local organizers to stay involved in Webmaker -- including participating in the 2013 Mozilla Festival in London this October, opportunities for continued online mentoring, local organizing, and a chance to shape where we take the Webmaker program in 2014. In many ways, Maker Party is a kickoff for these lasting activities.
 
=Questions? Need Help?=
 
<b>Still have more questions?</b> Check out our full '''[https://wiki.mozilla.org/Maker_Party/Communications Maker Party communications guide]''' or email <b>makerparty@mozilla.org</b> with your questions!
You can also <b>tweet #teachtheweb with your question</b>. Tweeting is often the fastest and easiest way to get help.

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