[Noisebridge-discuss] Arduino!

[Lee Sonko]

>>     (1) Is it permissible to request money at NB?
>>     (2) Would this policy cause you not to come?
>>     (3) Would you be interested in an Arduino companion kit of
components,
>>     solderless breadboard, and wire sold pretty much at cost? I'm
>>     thinking of things like LEDs, switches, light sensors,
potentiometers, 
>>     and a motor. I think we could do this for about $20.

>While I'm personally in favor of it, *especially* for someone who puts
>as much of his free time into NB as Miloh, I've been told by quite a
>number of people that requiring money for a class is "not ok".


Several responses have commented on a class where payment was "required".
But that's not what Michael asked about. He asked... well, take a look at
the first 3 lines of this email.

I can't remember the last time I was at a party or fundraiser where the beer
had a fixed price. Instead, it was by "suggested donation". This has proved
to be a great way to fund all manner of projects while having fun at the
same time. I think there is definitely a place at NB for having free events
sitting next to suggested donation events.

Likewise, I'd say it's be appropriate if suggested donation events made
donations to NB. It's the excellent thing to do all around.

Lee