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Happy Spring!
With every change of the season comes the possibility of a new beginning but it is also the evolution of the past...a chance to build on what has already been created, the wisdom that has been gained through experience, and the accomplishments we've already worked so hard to achieve. WORK_SPACE celebrated our 5th Birthday earlier this year and between now and the end of 2023 we will be hosting and participating in events throughout town to celebrate Manchester's Bicentennial. From silk mills and glass factories to coworking spaces and dispensaries, Manchester continues to grow.
Our newest art exhibit opens Friday at 5:30p and is part of a 3-venue art show called 300 YEARS OF MANCHESTER. The Manchester Historical Society hosts THE PAST, the Lutz Children's Museum will be showcasing elementary students' work to illustrate THE PRESENT and we asked artists to envision THE FUTURE. You can view them independently or ride the free open-air trolley which will be circling between the 3 on Sat. May 13 from 10a-4p.
WORK_SPACE is a place to understand how the foundations of the past and hopes for the future coexist. Whether viewing or creating art, sharing the experience of live performance, or the collaborating with others to launch a sustainable business, WORK_SPACE is one of Manchester's many investments in the possibility of our local community.
WORK_SPACE, along with our members, visitors & guests, also exists as part of the national and global community...and thus, we are greatly impacted by world events, be it natural disasters, unjust policies, or gun violence. WORK_SPACE associate Deb Cassidy, like many of us, felt bewildered, distraught, and angry after the Nashville shooting. She expressed those feelings in a poem which you can read below. If you are struggling with similar feelings, please don't hesitate to ask for help as you are not alone. Click here for a list of resources or call 2-1-1 if you are in crisis or just seeking a referral to the appropriate service provider.
Be Well & Be Kind,
Stacey Zackin, WORK_SPACE Manager
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