GitHub HQ is hosting a Patchwork night on Thursday, July 10th, where beginners can receive hands-on assistance with Git and GitHub, culminating in a merged pull request on an open-source project and contributions to their GitHub graph. The event welcomes both newcomers and those interested in mentoring, with GitHub members like @muan, @mikemcquaid, and @michaeltwofish available to answer questions. Participants will enjoy a presentation by @alysonla about her open-source journey, along with food, drinks, and the opportunity to meet new people. No prior coding experience is necessary, and the evening promises to be both educational and social, encouraging ongoing engagement with open-source communities.