[Chicago] Chicago Django Study Group

[Lane Campbell]

Hello All,

I wanted to share an update and link to the next meeting for all those who
couldn't attend the first Chicago Django Study Group that was held
Yesterday.

*Background*: As a student learning Django I have been attending Chipy
events, the Chicago Pythonistas events, and the Friendly Django 101 course
by Richard Cornish.  The Chicago Django Study Group is here to help busy
people dedicate a few hours a week to furthering our skills by learning or
teaching Django.

*Event Update*: Big thanks to all who came out and my apologies to those
who have been emailing me about the problems getting into the building.  It
was my first time trying to host something and I learned a lot.  I hope you
haven't given up and are willing to try again in the future.

*Attendance Issues*: We had about 15 people sign up for last weekends event
but some folks ended up being turned away by building security.  I forgot
to mention in my initial posting to tell building security that you are
here to visit Lane Campbell when you show up.  If you have any issues my
phone number is in my signature and now in the event information, feel free
to call or text me.

*Can you help*:  Why Sunday? I polled a select set of people who were
interested in doing study groups and they agreed Sunday was the best day
for them.  If you or anyone you know has room for a weekly event on Sunday
and wants to host a group of students and mentors while we learn together
please don't hesitate to reach out.

*Meanwhile*: We will continue to host these once a week on Sunday's at noon
since there seems to be decent interest.  If you want to join us for the
next one please visit:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/chicago-django-study-group-april-5th-2015-tickets-16386027048

I also created an open Google Group so we can discuss some of the stuff we
talk about as we collaborate:
https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/chicago-django-study-group

*Become a Mentor*: A big shout out to Julian Eden who showed up and offered
to help others!  Thank you for all your help!  We are could certainly use
more mentors so if you or anyone you know might have some time please feel
free to stop in and help.  To that end I am bcc'ing some people I know
personally along with people that Shuvankar Halder put me in touch with.  I
have bcc'ed you in case you are interested in helping with a location or
stopping by and mentoring new developers.  Either way let me know if you
want to help!

Regards,
Lane Campbell
(312) 775-2632
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