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OpenStreetMap US Newsletter - Issue #24

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TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW
It's the moment we've all been waiting for! Early bird tickets are now available.
We can't wait to see you all in-person!

CALL FOR PROPOSALS ARE OPEN
Do you have an interesting idea for a session, workshop, or presentation? Submit your proposal here until December 17.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
If you are interested in attending State of the Map US in Tucson and financial support will help make that happen - apply now until November 30 for a scholarship!

CALLING ALL SPONSORS!
We rely on sponsorship to hold the State of the Map US conference. Learn more about how you or your company can contribute and your presence in Tucson.

12 Months of OpenStreetMap

Mapping History in October

In October we've been mapping historical features, memorials, and documenting changes in time through OpenHistoricalMap. Be sure to use the changeset comment #12monthsofOSM when uploading your edits!

OpenStreetMap US Mappy Hour

OSM US hosts regular Mappy Hours featuring a variety of topics and guest speakers. For October's 12 Months of OSM theme of mapping historical features, the team behind OpenHistoricalMap shared their project with us. Check out the recording!

Can you map every day in November? #30DaysofOSM

From mapping libraries to local businesses, 30 Days of OSM is back! Each day in November, we'll post a new theme for mapping! Add "#30daysofOSM" to your changeset to track your edits and you might win a prize. Follow @OpenStreetMapUS on twitter for the daily task!

Connect with fellow mappers on the OSM US Slack

Community Spotlight: RollTideRoll_asdfjkll & SherbetS

Shout-out to OSM users RollTideRoll_asdfjkll & SherbetS who have been coordinating the completion of mapping projects in Alabama using the OSM US Tasking Manager. From mapping water features to communication masts, mappers are on a roll with improving OpenStreetMap data in Alabama!
Know of other great mapping projects? Share with us!

Love what we do? Support the work of OpenStreetMap US today!

Upcoming Events

November 2 ~  MapRoulette Community Meeting
November 2 ~ TeachOSM Map-Along!
November 3 ~ Geo DC: November Meetup
November 9 ~ South Bay Map Night
November 13 ~  Geography 2050: Mapathon for an Equitable Future
November 14-20 ~ OSM GeoWeek
November 16 ~ TeachOSM Map-Along!
November 23 ~ Open Columbus: Remote Sidewalk Mapping Party
December 14 ~ Mapping DC: Mappy Hour

Mark your calendar for these big events...
November 6 ~ OSM Local Chapters & Communities Virtual Congress
November 19-21 ~  State of the Map Africa 2021 [Virtual]
November 22 ~ Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Summit [Virtual]
April 1-3, 2022 ~  State of the Map US [Tucson, Arizona]

Have an idea for an event or interested in presenting at an upcoming Mappy Hour? Let us know!
Find more events at osmcal.org

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