What's happening in October
Machinery of strange purposes pepper our modern landscape like spirits and stories. Media-makers (cameras, thermal sensors, microphones), cell towers, broadcasting gateways, transcribe our souls onto tablets to auction to the agents of unseen moneyed classes (judgement is dispensed according to their whims). Transformers, utility poles, carry dangerous and important energies. Underground piping and cabling is demarcated surface-wise with fairy rings of coloured flags.
We have a very busy month at 1RG this October. Interested in giving membership a try? Here's a link to a 2-week trial.
This month at 1RG
Fabric Unconference, 2026
Fabric is an unconference for technologists interested in developing tools and practices that protect human autonomy in the face of increasing automation. Attendees collectively set the agenda on Friday night, then spend Saturday in participant-led discussions and workshops
Choice: autonomy in a automated world.
Technology is deeply woven in all aspects of modern life. It promises lives that are better, easier, and faster, it also quietly asks something of us: our attention, information, resources, cognition, and even how we relate.
This year's Fabric explores how, as technologists, we navigate the tradeoffs between these two pulls, and intentionally build technology that supports individual and collective autonomy in the midst of an increasingly automated world.
◔ Friday & Saturday, October 23rd & 24th.
⟀ RSVP on lu.ma
Kernel Mag Vol. 6 Launch Party
Kernel Magazine is an annual print publication by Reboot, a community reimagining techno-optimism for a better collective future. In a landscape dominated by either fatalistic views of the irredeemability of technology or by optimism weaponized as hype where venture-backed bandages are presented as all-encompassing solutions, Kernel Magazine articulates an alternate vision: a critical analysis of technological progress and regress while still charting a path forward.
If that sounds interesting to you, 1RG is hosting their Vol. 6 launch party.
◔ Thursday, October 8th, 6:30pm.
⟀ RSVP on lu.ma
1RG ↔︎ irid Community Dinner
The institute for relational intelligence in design(irid) hosts a home-cooked dinner at 1RG to enmesh our members, their students, and the public.
◔ Wednesday, October 21st.
⟀ RSVP - TBA
ATproto Meetup
Another meetup for ATProto Toronto! Come hang out, chat with fellow Atmosphere-heads, and make some local connections.
◔ Wednesday, October 7th, 6pm
⟀ RSVP on atmo.rsvp
❦ Civic Space Sunday
A co-working session with out friends from Civic Tech TO, we're opening our space to folks working on projects addressing civic challenges with technology.
We welcome participants from all backgrounds and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a curious beginner, or someone passionate about civic issues, your unique perspective and contribution are valuable to our community. You can read more about what's it like here.
◔ Sunday, October 18th at 12:00pm
⟀ RSVP on lu.ma
⛕ Side Project Socials
Side Project Socials run every other Thursday night. Hosted by Henry, they are a chance to hang out with others while working on your side project, with an optional final show and tell.
◔ Thursday, September 1st starting at 6pm
⟀ RSVP on lu.ma
◔ Thursday, September 15th starting at 6pm
⟀ RSVP on lu.ma
◔ Thursday, September 29th starting at 6pm
⟀ RSVP on lu.ma
꩜ Silent Reading Club
Myles runs this beloved community event. Bring something to read (a book, an e-reader, or that long article you've lost among 47 tabs) and read in good company. a A quiet two hours of shared reading time; No discussion, no pressure, no pop quiz at the end.
◔ Tuesday, October 20th starting at 6pm
⟀ RSVP on lu.ma
𓊓 Community Dinner # 86
Community Dinners are a mainstay of the 1RG programming. We're food lovers and we think that there's no better way to make friends than sharing a delicious meal.
We’ll be serving a home-cooked vegetarian dinner. All you have to bring is yourself, and any alcoholic beverages you may wish to have with dinner.
◔ Tuesday, October 27th, 7-10pm
⟀ RSVP on lu.ma (opens on October 23rd if you're not a member)
