It is Finally Here! plus a few things to know for today!

Posted on January 19, 2013 | Leave a comment

After months of hard work, it’s finally here. With over 100 makers presenting, I can not tell you how excited we are for today! It is going to be so awesome meeting and talking with all you makers and makers-to-be!

Just a few things to help you make the most of the Faire:

 Getting To The Faire


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 Overview of Faire Grounds

Overview of Stafford Centre

What to do when you get here?

Ticket sales starting at 9am with doors to the Faire opening at 10am. We will have different lines for those who pre-ordered, and whether you are planning on paying with cash or card.

Throughout the day we have a number of Hands on Activities and Demonstrations Scheduled that you dont want to miss out on!

Most importantly of all, Have Fun! Ask Questions! Play!

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The Food Trucks of Houston Mini Maker Faire

Posted on January 17, 2013 | Leave a comment

When you have an event with such amazing leading-edge invention and creativity like the Houston Mini Maker Faire, the food must live up to that high standard. The same old high-priced soggy pizza and lukewarm soft drinks simply won’t do. So we’re proud to announce these gourmet food trucks will be serving at Maker Faire. They’ve been selected from the best of the best in the Houston area – the list includes trucks recognized nationally as leaders in this industry, and the burgers voted by the public as the best available in Houston (from any establishment).

Aracan Kitchen

Aracan Kitchen is not so much a food truck as a giant roaming gourmet kitch on wheels. Ara Malekian is an executive chef with years of gourmet experience and we can’t wait to taste what he whips up for Maker Faire.

Staff Pick: Chocolate Chip Cookies

Bernies Burger Bus

Bernie’s Burger Bus (Menu) was voted by you as Houstons best burgers in 2012. And for good reason, they make every bit of their burgers from scratch from the freshly baked buns to their fresh ground Black Angus beef.

Staff Pick: Hand-Cut French Fries w/  Homemade Ketchup. (Best ketchup I’ve ever had, I didn’t even know there were levels of ketchup above heinz)

coreanos-houston-foodtruck

Coreanos(Menu) makes delicious mexican food with a korean spin. Recently named the best food truck in Texas and the 8th best food truck in the nation, you wont be disappointed.

Staff Pick: El Scorcho w/ Spicy Marinated Chicken (Warning: not for the feint hearted)

Monster PBJ

Monster PBJ (menu) create a custom PB&J sandwiches using fresh-ground nut butters, sliced fruit and local jams.

Staff Pick: Classic on White w/ Peanut Butter/Strawberry Jam/Sliced Banana + Nutella, Grilled and cut in a triangle

The Waffle Bus

The Waffle Bus (menu) makes a number of, you guessed it, waffled delicacies. From savory waffles filled with Meats and cheeses. To Sweet waffles covered in sugar and fruits and NUTELLA!

Staff Pick: Strawberry Irish Cream Creme Brulee

Zeapod Mobile Cupcake Unit

Zeapod Cupcakes is the mobile cupcake delivery unit for Zeapod Cakery. Famous for making some pretty amazing custom cakes. This saturday, on top of their delicious cupcakes they will also have ice cream and cotton candy. Cause really you can’t have a faire without cotton candy!

Staff Pick: Cupcake on a stick(why? because it’s a cupcake…on a stick)

BONUS ROUND: Coffee!!

JavaPuraCoffeebar

Java Pura Coffee named the Best Coffee Roaster in Houston by the Houston Press will be running a coffee bar in the inside exhibition area. So don’t waste time stopping at starbucks when the best coffee in town is at the Houston Mini Maker Faire!

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Got Robots?

Posted on January 14, 2013 | 4 Comments

Robot Competition

It’s clear that robots and robotics will be all around us in the future. Many of the most important problems facing us today will be solved with robotics, ranging from handling and cleanup of hazardous materials to better protect us, to smart manufacturing to enrich our lives. Some even say that in 5 years or so robots will be driving cars on the streets of Houston – without human assistance!

Robot Competition

You can learn a lot more about robotics at the Houston Mini Maker Faire. Techno Chaos (a leading STEM education business in the Houston area), collaborating with educators and leaders across Houston, is managing the exhibition of 12 different types of robotics, with a primary focus on educational robotics programs. Real examples, operated by real students, will be demonstrated in one large coordinated area. This is the most-comprehensive display of educational robotics ever in Texas, and one of the broadest to appear anywhere. If you’re a student of ages 6 – 18 (or a parent), come learn about robotics programs designed for you, the important benefits students get from participation, and how you can get involved. Educators can see first-hand how these programs build critical skills for the future, ranging from real-world problem solving and systems thinking to teamwork and leadership. Hobbyists aged 7 – 77 can learn how to start robotics projects and the different technology platforms available. And leaders desiring to get involved through support, sponsorship or mentorship can gain keen insights into the value delivered through this wide range of programs.

We invite everyone to come experience this exceptional part of the Houston Mini Maker Faire. Even if you think you’ve “seen it all” – we have some surprises for you. But we do have just one warning – be very careful about mixing robotics with 3D printing, since that combination is known to cause explosions of inspiration and aspiration as people recognize all the amazing potential now available at their fingertips!

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