IdeaLab

A project in Calgary, Canada by Calgary Public Library Foundation
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A place in the Calgary Public Library for people to explore technology and engage in hands-on learning
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Backers: 228
Average Pledge Per Backer: $86 CAD

Funded: $19,653 CAD of $100,000 CAD
Dates: Oct 3rd -> Nov 11th (40 days)
Project By: Calgary Public Library Foundation
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Latest News

Project Pivot! (Video Update)

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00 00:00 We're pivoting the project! Things haven't gone as we had planned, but we're excited for what's next! Please watch the video to gain an... (Read More)

Wait... What's happening?

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
After much deliberation, we’ve decided to take the Library IdeaLab in an exciting new direction. Over the past few weeks our Kickstarter project has garnered a lot of conversation and enthusiasm, bringing together fantastic supporters and partners... (Read More)

We're a Kickstarter Staff Pick!

October 21st - via: kickstarter.com
In their great mercy, the Kickstarter gods have made our project a 'Staff Pick' and are internally promoting our project!  (a screenshot of the sweet email they sent us) We're incredibly thankful for their help and support – and it gives us a... (Read More)

Shipping is a Drag

October 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Shipping is pretty expensive, and if you live in Calgary it seems silly to pay shipping on something you could just pick-up from your community library. We've been exploring local pick-up options over the past few days, looking at past projects with... (Read More)

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