Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam - October 2023

The Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam is a volunteer group of makers, tinkerers and inventors who in collaboration with Farset Labs, Queens University and a number of other organisations, run regular and free Raspberry Jams (coding/tinkering events using the Raspberry Pi computer) in Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam - Main

Come one, come all to the Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam!
In collaboration with the School of Maths and Physics at Queen's University!

School of Maths and Physics Teaching Centre

<p>Come one, come all to the Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam!</p><p>In collaboration with the School of Physics and Mathematics at Queen's and the Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam team, these free monthly events involve tinkering, coding, electronics and generally just having a stack of fun making stuff!</p><p>Whether you want to try out computer programming for the first time, hack some electronics or just generally have some fun inventing, we have something for everyone!</p><p>All equipment is provided and we have activities for ages 6-106, from complete beginners right up to seasoned Pi experts. Plus, like all our Raspberry Jam events, it is completely free! So what are you waiting for?</p><p>For child safeguarding purposes, all children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult through the event.</p><h1>FAQ</h1><h2>What is a Raspberry Jam?</h2><p>A Raspberry Jam is an event for kids/adults of all ages to come together and learn a bit more about the Raspberry Pi and coding/electronics in general.</p><h2>I have no previous experience with coding/electronics/Raspberry Pi?</h2><p>That is no problem! All our Raspberry Jams are suited for beginners, right up to Pi exports, plus all equipment is provided. All you need to bring is yourself.</p><h2>How can I get there? Can I take public transport?</h2><p>The Maths and Physics Teaching Building is very easy to get to by car, or by public transport.</p><h3>By car</h3><p>Park at the McClay Library car park. If it is full, then there is plenty of additional car parking in the surrounding side streets.</p><p></p><h3>By train</h3><p>Travel to Botanic station, then walk up Botanic street towards Queen's University. The Maths and Physics Teaching Building is directly opposite the entrance to the McClay library.</p><p></p><h2>How often to do these Raspberry Jam events run?</h2><p>The Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam runs on the 2nd Saturday of every month (excluding July/August) throughout the year. They are free as well and involve new workshops/activities each month. Details - <a href="https://niraspberryjam.eventbrite.co.uk">https://niraspberryjam.eventbrite.co.uk</a>.</p><p>You can also add our provisional future Jams calendar to yours by <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/niraspberryjam%40gmail.com/public/basic.ics" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">clicking here</a> (or simply <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=niraspberryjam%40gmail.com&ctz=Europe/London" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">view it here</a>).</p><p></p><h2>What age range is this event suitable for?</h2><p>All of our Raspberry Jam events are suitable for kids as young as 6, right up to adults of 106! Although the majority of the attendees at the Raspberry Jam events are young people, they are open to adults as well, especially parents of kids attending.</p><p></p><h2>What are the Covid-19 related procedures in place with this event?</h2><p>While at this stage, most legal requirements around covid-19 social distancing and face covering have been removed, we would encourage everyone attending to try and maintain social distancing where possible. Although the NI Raspberry Jam team will make sure measures like improved airflow and cleaning arrangements are in practice, we would also encourage attendees to wear a face covering where possible.</p><p>Please do not attend if anyone in your group is showing any of the <a href="https://covid-19.hscni.net/symptoms/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Covid-19 symptoms</a>.</p><p></p><p></p><p>By attending this event, you provide express permission to photographs/videos being taken and used by the Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam team. If this is an issue, please inform one of the team on your arrival.</p><p></p><p></p><p>Note that Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam Child Protection Policy applies. This includes that all children under the age of 16 must have a designated guardian in on site for the entire event.</p><p></p><p>This event is run in collaboration with the <a href="https://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/SchoolofMathematicsandPhysics/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">School of Mathematics and Physics at Queen's University</a> and the <a href="https://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/eeecs/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Queen's University</a>.</p><p>The Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam wouldn't be possible without support from <a href="https://www.theiet.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Institution of Engineering and Technology</a>, <a href="http://www.imeche.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Institution of Mechanical Engineers</a>, <a href="https://www.communities-ni.gov.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Northern Ireland Department of Communities</a>, <a href="https://www.nitec.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Nitec Solutions</a> and <a href="http://www.farsetlabs.org.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Farset Labs</a>.</p>