In 2012 Forbes Magazine asked, “Will 3D Printing Change The World?”
In the subsequent two years, it got its answer.
Although 3D printing has been under development for decades, it has moved to the forefront of the technology debate in more recent years. The public marveled at the unnerving implications of the world’s first 3D printed gun, NASA quickly adopted the technology, and earlier this month even Amazon got in on the game.
It’s fitting, then, that Seattle would host the 3D Printer World Expo, a two day event bringing together the widest range of 3D printers and professionals ever assembled. The Expo, which runs from August 22 to 23, will feature exhibits, educational seminars, giveaways, and live demos. All 3D Printer World Expo events will be held at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue. Tickets are available here.
That’s just one of our selections from the GeekWire Calendar — our curated list of the top tech events in the Pacific Northwest.
Keep reading for more highlights and check out the calendar for more.
Small Biz Tech Trends Meetup
Marketeering Group, a digital marketing company, is hosting Small Biz Tech Trends meetup on Monday. Seattle’s Small business owners are invited to stop by to network and learn about trends and changes in the tech world. Speakers will include Big Door CEO Keith Smith, as well as representatives from CoEverywhere.com and GoBig.co. The Marketeering Group will provide wine, beer, and snacks. Tickets can be purchased for $10 here.
When & Where: Aug. 19, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Marketeering Group, Seattle.
Unity 2014
Unity, the popular cross-platform game creation system behind Temple Run and Bad Piggies, is hosting a three day gathering of game developers, enthusiasts, publishers, and training providers.
The event will begin with a crash course “Training Day” to provide inexperienced users with an introduction to Unity development. After tutorials attendees will build small projects as a learning exercise. Festivities begin on Wednesday the 20th with panels on everything from building content in the cloud to editor scripting. More information is available here.
When & Where: Aug. 20, 9:00 a.m. – August 22, 6:00 p.m. McCaw Hall, Seattle Center, Seattle.
All Young Professionals Networking Happy Hour
Next week Happy Young Professionals is collaborating with several other local organizations for the 5th annual ALL YPN networking event. In the past, the event has attracted over 400 young professionals from the Pacific Northwest region. Drinks and appetizers will be provided by On Safari Foods. Tickets can be purchased for $25 here.
When & Where: August 20, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Habitat Young Professionals, Seattle.
West Sound Technology Association Annual Summer Picnic
The ALL YPN Happy Hour isn’t the only annual event returning to the Puget Sound region next week. Members of the 
Seattle tech community are invited to Bainbridge island on Thursday for the WSTA’s August picnic. Food, drinks, and giveaways will be provided. Tickets for this free networking event are available here.
When & Where: Aug. 21, 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Brelsford Estate, Bainbridge Island.
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Contact GeekWire’s Monica Nickelsburg at monica@geekwire.com. Listings for this feature are picked from the GeekWire Calendar, where you can submit free listings for technology-related events in the Pacific Northwest.
