This page is read only. You can view the source, but not change it. Ask your administrator if you think this is wrong. # Opening the Space As a member opening the space for an event, you have the collective responsibility to keep the space clean, inviting, and usable for your fellow members and guests. ## Opening Checklist ### Preparing the space - Throw out food waste and collect recycling. - Put away equipment and tools not likely to be needed to make room for relevant projects and guests. - Clear work surfaces and arrange chairs as needed. - Ensure the space doesn't have too much trash before you open. If there is, consider [throwing them out](/space/procedures/trash), but only if it is safe to do so. - Adjust lighting and music as needed before the event. ### Put out the signage - Find and hang up [the e-ink panel](/hardware/eink-sign) by the building front door downstairs. - Make sure the sign is displaying correctly (the timestamp matches). It may need power cycling or even charging. - The display side of the sign needs to be facing outwards. Also make sure it's hung at about eye level. - Put up the direction magnets: - One for inside the elevator, pointing to the \[2] button. - One for outside the elevator on the first floor, right next to the door and can be easily seen from outside. - Prop open the space door. There should be a rubber door stop nearby.