December 11, 2012

NYC Techno-Activism 3rd Mondays start this Dec. 17th.

Something I’ll be at when I’m in New York City on the 3rd Monday of a month:

Join us on December 17 to kick-off our first Techno-Activism Third Mondays! Connect with techno-activists and hacktivists in the New York area, and individuals interested in anti-censorship and anti-surveillance tech. Additionally, yummy goodies and drinks will be served, and internet will be provided for those who want to hack projects. Register Now!

Where: 199 Lafayette Street, 3B, New York, NY, 10021

That’s this coming Monday, folks!

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