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- Monday, October 22, 2018
- 4:00 PMEmpowering students affected by Dyslexia with Windows 10 and Office 365Are you looking for more tools to support your students or child who may need a boost in reading comprehension and confidence, including those affected by dyslexia? Would you like to learn how to access and use the accessibility features built into Windows10 and Office 365? Please join us at the Microsoft store for a free, informative, and hands-on workshop introducing educators and parents or caregivers to the Microsoft Learning Tools that implement proven techniques to improve reading and writing for people regardless of their age or ability. Participants will: * Explore tools to empower different learning styles and abilities, and tools to support students with disabilities. * Get hands-on experience with Microsoft applications and tools including Learning Tools, the Ease of Access menu, and accessibility and productivity features of Office 365. * Gain resources to continue to explore Learning Tools and accessibility tools and features. Do you know students and educators always get 10% off at Microsoft Store? See full terms at microsoftstore.com/education
- Wednesday, October 24, 2018
- 8:00 AMModern Workplace: Power of Touch & Pen for Business UsersJoin us at this exclusive event to deep dive into the power of touch & pen in a business environment.The Surface Pen is engineered for mobile professionals, creatives, information workers, and everyone in between. Let your employees create and capture ideas without limits. Use in healthcare to annotate medical images, replace clipboards on the manufacturing floor, capture electronic signatures in sales scenarios, and complete forms digitally to save costs of filing hard documents.Registration is encouraged and seats are limited; reserve your spot today!
- Thursday, October 25, 2018
- 5:00 PMASUS ROG Arena: Overwatch Flash Ops EventYour Microsoft Store will be hosting an ASUS ROG Arena: Overwatch Flash Ops Event!Join us for an 8 Player FFA Deathmatch, 1v1 Mystery Duel, 3v3 Lockout Elimination, or 4v4 Team Deathmatch event and be a part of the local Overwatch Community! Please click here to access registration and tournament information: https://smash.gg/rogoverwatchThis event is FREE for all players. All skill levels are welcome.
- Friday, October 26, 2018
- 5:00 PMASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite EventYour Microsoft Store will be hosting an ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Event! Join your local Fortnite community and test your skills in a Solo/Duos/Squads tournament for prizes*!OPTIONAL: Please click here to access registration and tournament information: https://smash.gg/rogfortniteThis event is FREE for all players. All skill levels are welcome.*No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors who are legal residents of the Canada, 50 U.S. & DC 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules.
- Saturday, October 27, 2018
- 9:00 AMAccelerating your business with Mark CubanCome learn from the owner of the Dallas Mavericks and one of ABC’s sharks, Mark Cuban, at Microsoft Store, Natick this October 27 from 9-11 AM. Attend his live stream event and Q&A session as part of the Lessons in Leadership monthly series. Mark is an investor of an ever-growing portfolio of businesses, including ownership of the Dallas Mavericks, on the Forbes' list of the most valuable franchises in sports. His talk, “Accelerating Your Business” will explore how he has done just that for his investments, and how you can, too. Join us.
- 10:00 AMSTEM Saturday: Bring a Pumpkin to Life with Paint 3DIn this free STEM activity, students ages 6+ can expand their artistic and creative horizons with technology, using Paint 3D. By the end of this Workshop, participants will have: * Learned how to use technology to express their creativity in new ways * Improved their computational and creative thinking * Learned about 3D modeling and mixed reality Drop in on a Saturday to participate in this awesome 30 minute activity!
- 1:00 PMASUS ROG Arena: League of Legends TournamentThe Microsoft Store at [Store Name] is proud to host weekly League of Legends Tournaments as part of ROG Arena. Players will be playing on one of ten high powered ASUS ROG gaming laptops and compete in a single elimination bracket. Sign up individually or with a team to challenge local players for unique prizing. In addition to RP Awards, the winning team will earn a previously locked Mystery Skin!All players taking part in League of Legends ROG Arena tournaments at the Microsoft Store will gain access to League Unlocked*. Competitors will earn an additional 50% XP at the end of matches (visible as a segment of the IP bar on the postgame screen), in addition to having 141 champions and 117 skins unlocked.Register today and take part in a unique competitive experience at the Microsoft Store*NOTE: League Unlocked does not actually apply champion ownership to an account. Players will still need to purchase champions before players can buy skins for them. Players must have an active League of Legends account to participate and take advantage of the perks
- Sunday, October 28, 2018
- 2:00 PMEmpowering students affected by Dyslexia with Windows 10 and Office 365Are you looking for more tools to support your students or child who may need a boost in reading comprehension and confidence, including those affected by dyslexia? Would you like to learn how to access and use the accessibility features built into Windows10 and Office 365? Please join us at the Microsoft store for a free, informative, and hands-on workshop introducing educators and parents or caregivers to the Microsoft Learning Tools that implement proven techniques to improve reading and writing for people regardless of their age or ability. Participants will: * Explore tools to empower different learning styles and abilities, and tools to support students with disabilities. * Get hands-on experience with Microsoft applications and tools including Learning Tools, the Ease of Access menu, and accessibility and productivity features of Office 365. * Gain resources to continue to explore Learning Tools and accessibility tools and features. Do you know students and educators always get 10% off at Microsoft Store? See full terms at microsoftstore.com/education
- Thursday, November 1, 2018
- 5:00 PMASUS ROG Arena: Overwatch Flash Ops EventYour Microsoft Store will be hosting an ASUS ROG Arena: Overwatch Flash Ops Event!Join us for an 8 Player FFA Deathmatch, 1v1 Mystery Duel, 3v3 Lockout Elimination, or 4v4 Team Deathmatch event and be a part of the local Overwatch Community! Please click here to access registration and tournament information: https://smash.gg/rogoverwatchThis event is FREE for all players. All skill levels are welcome.
- Friday, November 2, 2018
- 5:00 PMFortnite Friday North American Championship Qualifier EventThis event will be a part of the Microsoft Store North American Championship. Gather your squad and put your skills to the test in this first-of-its-kind experience! To pre-register and learn more about this program, please visit https://smash.gg/fortnitenachamps. Join your local Fortnite community and test your skills in a Squads tournament in this $55,000 USD prize pool program!Note: Pre-registering does not guarantee a spot in the tournament. You are encouraged to arrive well before the start time to check-in with a store associate. “This event is FREE for all players. All skill levels are welcome.*No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors who are legal residents of the Puerto Rico, Canada, 50 U.S. & DC 14+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules.
- Saturday, November 3, 2018
- 1:00 PMASUS ROG Arena: League of Legends TournamentThe Microsoft Store at [Store Name] is proud to host weekly League of Legends Tournaments as part of ROG Arena. Players will be playing on one of ten high powered ASUS ROG gaming laptops and compete in a single elimination bracket. Sign up individually or with a team to challenge local players for unique prizing. In addition to RP Awards, the winning team will earn a previously locked Mystery Skin!All players taking part in League of Legends ROG Arena tournaments at the Microsoft Store will gain access to League Unlocked*. Competitors will earn an additional 50% XP at the end of matches (visible as a segment of the IP bar on the postgame screen), in addition to having 141 champions and 117 skins unlocked.Register today and take part in a unique competitive experience at the Microsoft Store*NOTE: League Unlocked does not actually apply champion ownership to an account. Players will still need to purchase champions before players can buy skins for them. Players must have an active League of Legends account to participate and take advantage of the perks
- Sunday, November 4, 2018
- 12:00 PMHalo: The Master Chief Collection 2v2 Community SeriesIn partnership with 343 Industries and Game Pass, Microsoft Store will be hosting a unique Halo: Master Chief Collection tournament featuring 2v2 Slayer Halo 3 gameplay. Compete against other Halo players in your local community for prizes and the opportunity to call yourself the best Halo 3 team in your area. Prizes (per player) include: 12 months of Xbox Game Pass for first place, 6 months of Xbox Game Pass for second place, and 3 months of Xbox Game Pass for third place. To view the official announcement, click here: https://aka.ms/halomccseries. To register and access detailed tournament information, click here: https://smash.gg/mrshalo. Please show up 30 minutes prior to event start time for check in and registration. This event is free of charge for all pro and amateur players, all skill levels are welcome. If you do not have a teammate, stores will do their best to combine Free Agents on the day of the event. *No purchase necessary. Open to first 48 store visitors 13+, some restrictions may apply. See store for full Official Rules.
- 12:00 PMMake 3D art for a service member, ages 6+Make 3D art for a service member, ages 6+ This free one-hour workshop offers a high-energy, collaborative environment for students ages 6 and up to create their own original art with 3D in Windows 10. Participants fuel their creativity and have fun this holiday season, while creating special gifts for family members or caregivers in the military community. By the end of this workshop, students will: * Learn to use key tools from 3D for Windows 10 at home * Be able to display their holiday 3D art in View Mixed Reality * Know how to access their 3D art project via Remix3D.com No experience with the Creators Update is required. Parents, legal guardians, and/or authorized adult caregivers of every participant under 17 years of age must sign a Participation Agreement upon arrival and remain in Microsoft Store for the duration of the workshop. While you’re in the store, know that students always get 10% off. See full terms at microsoftstore.com/education.
- Wednesday, November 7, 2018
- 10:30 AMLinkedIn for the military community: Rock your job search and build your brandFrom military-specific resume tips and tricks to LinkedIn profile building, this free two-hour workshop is designed to support the transition for veterans to the civilian workforce. Get the latest job search skills, grow your network, and build your brand with LinkedIn, an online network of professionals and a primary digital platform to find new opportunities. This workshop also includes an introduction to Microsoft resources for service members, veterans, and military spouses. Note: To make the most of the two hours, please sign up for a LinkedIn account before you arrive for the workshop. As always, take advantage of the resources that Microsoft has to offer for professionals and veterans alike, including LinkedIn Premium and a 10% discount for veterans at Microsoft Store.
- Thursday, November 8, 2018
- 5:00 PMHarry Potter Kano Coding Kit workshop ages 8+This free one-hour workshop introduces students eight and above to the foundational concepts of coding. Participants will follow simple steps with drag-and-drop code blocks and create Harry Potter spell motions, magical creatures, and artefacts, all with the coding wand and a Surface device. By the end of the workshop, students will be able to: * Define basic coding concepts * Use their imagination to customize their own coding projects * Explain the relationship between hardware and software in coding The parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult caregiver of every workshop participant under 17 years of age must sign a Participation Agreement upon arrival and remain in Microsoft Store for the duration of the event. No experience with coding or the Harry Potter Kano Coding Kit is required. Did you know students always get 10% off at Microsoft Store? See full terms at microsoftstore.com/education
- Saturday, November 10, 2018
- 1:00 PMX018 Viewing and Game Pass PartyJoin us for the Microsoft Store X018 Viewing and Game Pass Party, to celebrate all things Xbox. Join other Xbox fans to catch all the news, first looks, and surprises from the largest Inside Xbox Live broadcast directly from Mexico City. While you are watching the live Mixer stream, you’ll be able to jump on and try out some of the great Xbox Game Pass titles featuring Sea of Thieves, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Forza Horizon 4 and more. Fans will have the chance to walk away with Xbox related prizes and giveaways. Ask an associate or contact your store for details and event structure.
- 2:00 PMASUS ROG Arena: League of Legends TournamentThe Microsoft Store at [Store Name] is proud to host weekly League of Legends Tournaments as part of ROG Arena. Players will be playing on one of ten high powered ASUS ROG gaming laptops and compete in a single elimination bracket. Sign up individually or with a team to challenge local players for unique prizing. In addition to RP Awards, the winning team will earn a previously locked Mystery Skin!All players taking part in League of Legends ROG Arena tournaments at the Microsoft Store will gain access to League Unlocked*. Competitors will earn an additional 50% XP at the end of matches (visible as a segment of the IP bar on the postgame screen), in addition to having 141 champions and 117 skins unlocked.Register today and take part in a unique competitive experience at the Microsoft Store*NOTE: League Unlocked does not actually apply champion ownership to an account. Players will still need to purchase champions before players can buy skins for them. Players must have an active League of Legends account to participate and take advantage of the perks
- 4:00 PMX018 Viewing and Game Pass PartyJoin us for the Microsoft Store X018 Viewing and Game Pass Party, to celebrate all things Xbox. Join other Xbox fans to catch all the news, first looks, and surprises from the largest Inside Xbox Live broadcast directly from Mexico City. While you are watching the live Mixer stream, you’ll be able to jump on and try out some of the great Xbox Game Pass titles featuring Sea of Thieves, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Forza Horizon 4 and more. Fans will have the chance to walk away with Xbox related prizes and giveaways. Ask an associate or contact your store for details and event structure.
- Sunday, November 11, 2018
- 12:00 PMMadden NFL 19 Community SeriesJoin us for our monthly Madden NFL 19 Community Series event for your chance to win a spot in a Regional Qualifier tournament! Each win will get you one step closer for the chance to win a trip to Atlanta to compete for tickets to Super Bowl LIIl!* Register here: https://aka.ms/MSmadden *No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules. The first 64 people to register get to compete in the tournament ladder play. Places are limited to 64.
- 12:00 PMMake 3D art for a service member, ages 6+Make 3D art for a service member, ages 6+ This free one-hour workshop offers a high-energy, collaborative environment for students ages 6 and up to create their own original art with 3D in Windows 10. Participants fuel their creativity and have fun this holiday season, while creating special gifts for family members or caregivers in the military community. By the end of this workshop, students will: * Learn to use key tools from 3D for Windows 10 at home * Be able to display their holiday 3D art in View Mixed Reality * Know how to access their 3D art project via Remix3D.com No experience with the Creators Update is required. Parents, legal guardians, and/or authorized adult caregivers of every participant under 17 years of age must sign a Participation Agreement upon arrival and remain in Microsoft Store for the duration of the workshop. While you’re in the store, know that students always get 10% off. See full terms at microsoftstore.com/education.
- Monday, November 12, 2018
- 11:00 AMMake 3D art for a service member, ages 6+Make 3D art for a service member, ages 6+ This free one-hour workshop offers a high-energy, collaborative environment for students ages 6 and up to create their own original art with 3D in Windows 10. Participants fuel their creativity and have fun this holiday season, while creating special gifts for family members or caregivers in the military community. By the end of this workshop, students will: * Learn to use key tools from 3D for Windows 10 at home * Be able to display their holiday 3D art in View Mixed Reality * Know how to access their 3D art project via Remix3D.com No experience with the Creators Update is required. Parents, legal guardians, and/or authorized adult caregivers of every participant under 17 years of age must sign a Participation Agreement upon arrival and remain in Microsoft Store for the duration of the workshop. While you’re in the store, know that students always get 10% off. See full terms at microsoftstore.com/education.
- Wednesday, November 14, 2018
- 10:30 AMLinkedIn for the military community: Rock your job search and build your brandFrom military-specific resume tips and tricks to LinkedIn profile building, this free two-hour workshop is designed to support the transition for veterans to the civilian workforce. Get the latest job search skills, grow your network, and build your brand with LinkedIn, an online network of professionals and a primary digital platform to find new opportunities. This workshop also includes an introduction to Microsoft resources for service members, veterans, and military spouses. Note: To make the most of the two hours, please sign up for a LinkedIn account before you arrive for the workshop. As always, take advantage of the resources that Microsoft has to offer for professionals and veterans alike, including LinkedIn Premium and a 10% discount for veterans at Microsoft Store.
- Thursday, November 15, 2018
- 5:00 PMHarry Potter Kano Coding Kit workshop ages 8+This free one-hour workshop introduces students eight and above to the foundational concepts of coding. Participants will follow simple steps with drag-and-drop code blocks and create Harry Potter spell motions, magical creatures, and artefacts, all with the coding wand and a Surface device. By the end of the workshop, students will be able to: * Define basic coding concepts * Use their imagination to customize their own coding projects * Explain the relationship between hardware and software in coding The parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult caregiver of every workshop participant under 17 years of age must sign a Participation Agreement upon arrival and remain in Microsoft Store for the duration of the event. No experience with coding or the Harry Potter Kano Coding Kit is required. Did you know students always get 10% off at Microsoft Store? See full terms at microsoftstore.com/education
- Saturday, November 17, 2018
- 2:00 PMASUS ROG Arena: League of Legends TournamentThe Microsoft Store at [Store Name] is proud to host weekly League of Legends Tournaments as part of ROG Arena. Players will be playing on one of ten high powered ASUS ROG gaming laptops and compete in a single elimination bracket. Sign up individually or with a team to challenge local players for unique prizing. In addition to RP Awards, the winning team will earn a previously locked Mystery Skin!All players taking part in League of Legends ROG Arena tournaments at the Microsoft Store will gain access to League Unlocked*. Competitors will earn an additional 50% XP at the end of matches (visible as a segment of the IP bar on the postgame screen), in addition to having 141 champions and 117 skins unlocked.Register today and take part in a unique competitive experience at the Microsoft Store*NOTE: League Unlocked does not actually apply champion ownership to an account. Players will still need to purchase champions before players can buy skins for them. Players must have an active League of Legends account to participate and take advantage of the perks
- Sunday, November 18, 2018
- 12:00 PMMake 3D art for a service member, ages 6+Make 3D art for a service member, ages 6+ This free one-hour workshop offers a high-energy, collaborative environment for students ages 6 and up to create their own original art with 3D in Windows 10. Participants fuel their creativity and have fun this holiday season, while creating special gifts for family members or caregivers in the military community. By the end of this workshop, students will: * Learn to use key tools from 3D for Windows 10 at home * Be able to display their holiday 3D art in View Mixed Reality * Know how to access their 3D art project via Remix3D.com No experience with the Creators Update is required. Parents, legal guardians, and/or authorized adult caregivers of every participant under 17 years of age must sign a Participation Agreement upon arrival and remain in Microsoft Store for the duration of the workshop. While you’re in the store, know that students always get 10% off. See full terms at microsoftstore.com/education.
- Tuesday, November 27, 2018
- 12:00 PMMicrosoft Surface and the Modern WorkplaceProviding employees with modern tools and flexibility results in higher engagement and productivity. Join us at this exclusive event to learn about how Surface empowers the digital ecosystem and drive the future of your company.Businesses are embracing the modern workplace and the ever changing, new culture of work. CEO's are not saying, "If I'm going to transform," they're saying, "How quickly can I transform?" 2/3 of global CEO’s will have a digital transformation strategy at the heart of their transformation.Get ready for the modern workplace with Surface. Registration is encouraged and seats are limited; reserve your spot today!
- Sunday, December 2, 2018
- 12:00 PMHalo: The Master Chief Collection 2v2 Community SeriesIn partnership with 343 Industries and Game Pass, Microsoft Store will be hosting a unique Halo: Master Chief Collection tournament featuring 2v2 Slayer Halo 3 gameplay. Compete against other Halo players in your local community for prizes and the opportunity to call yourself the best Halo 3 team in your area. Prizes (per player) include: 12 months of Xbox Game Pass for first place, 6 months of Xbox Game Pass for second place, and 3 months of Xbox Game Pass for third place. To view the official announcement, click here: https://aka.ms/halomccseries. To register and access detailed tournament information, click here: https://smash.gg/mrshalo. Please show up 30 minutes prior to event start time for check in and registration. This event is free of charge for all pro and amateur players, all skill levels are welcome. If you do not have a teammate, stores will do their best to combine Free Agents on the day of the event. *No purchase necessary. Open to first 48 store visitors 13+, some restrictions may apply. See store for full Official Rules.
- Thursday, December 13, 2018
- 12:00 PMMadden NFL 19 Community SeriesJoin us for our monthly Madden NFL 19 Community Series event for your chance to win a spot in a Regional Qualifier tournament! Each win will get you one step closer for the chance to win a trip to Atlanta to compete for tickets to Super Bowl LIIl!* Register here: https://aka.ms/MSmadden *No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules. The first 64 people to register get to compete in the tournament ladder play. Places are limited to 64.
- Sunday, December 16, 2018
- 12:00 PMMadden NFL 19 Community SeriesJoin us for our monthly Madden NFL 19 Community Series event for your chance to win a spot in a Regional Qualifier tournament! Each win will get you one step closer for the chance to win a trip to Atlanta to compete for tickets to Super Bowl LIIl!* Register here: https://aka.ms/MSmadden *No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules. The first 64 people to register get to compete in the tournament ladder play. Places are limited to 64.
- Sunday, January 20, 2019
- 12:00 PMInvite Only - Madden NFL 19 Community Series Regional Qualifier EventThe 4 qualifiers will compete against each other until there is one champion left standing. The champion will compete against other top qualifiers from around the country in the Regional Championship of our Madden NFL 19 Community Series. The winner will win a trip to Atlanta to attend Super Bowl LII!* *No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules.
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