I am drafting this while watching the news of our US Capitol being breached by rioters on Jan. 6, 2021. This is not a place for political commentary, however, my feelings are not ones of politics, but ones of humanity, understanding, inclusion and community. Although there are bound to be national and global repercussions to these events, in an attempt to mitigate the looming sense of overwhelm and heartbreak, I'm concentrating on my local community which includes Connecticut, Manchester and WORK_SPACE. This allows me to feel grateful for the intentions and efforts to foster equity, collaboration and opportunities for people to share ideas, opinions and resources. Although we are in the early stages of many conversations and initiatives throughout the state and our town, I find solace in the fact that they are happening.
For those in Manchester who are seeking to be part of a community that cares, please contact me so I can direct you to the many wonderful people I work with as we have a vibrant Senior Center, an active department of Family, Leisure and Recreation, a dedicated department of Planning and Economic Development and many more resources. We are all working together to tend to certain issues that need improvements and proactively create positive opportunities and connections.
For those who are eager to dive into dialogue immediately, join us this weekend for the Equity Symposium taking place online Saturday and Sunday (Jan. 9 & 10, 2021). Please scroll down to see welcome video and click the link to see speakers, schedule and free registration.
Wishing you a 2021 filled with much health and happiness,
Stacey Zackin, Manager of WORK_SPACE
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PERSPECTIVES OF A PANDEMIC art exhibit extended thru March 31st
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A Community Conversation with some of the artists exhibited in our current PERSPECTIVES OF A PANDEMIC art show (Tues. Jan. 12th)
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TEDtalk Tuesday on Transformative Art - live on Zoom (Jan. 19)
- Virtual Poetry Open-Mic - Fri. Jan. 29 from 7-8p (more info TBA)
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A 3-part Writing Course for any and all people interested in storytelling (Feb. 9, 16 & 23)
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EQUITY SYMPOSIUM - this weekend
Free, Virtual & Open to All (click below)
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WORK_SPACE is excited to partner with EquityCT.org to co-host the 2nd annual Equity Symposium with 30+ educators, community leaders, artists and organizers delivering virtual workshops designed for anyone looking to begin or continue equity-based work and eager to expand their perspectives and learn tools to create positive change. WORK_SPACE is coordinating 3 programs, on Sunday, Jan. 10th.
9:00a-9:50a
Kick-off Presentation with Perspective’s Artist and Manchester’s Poet Laureate: Ryan Parker
11:15a-12:15p
The Art of Passion: How the Emotions Put Into and Taken From the Arts Impact and are Impacted by Equity facilitated by Gallery Coordinator Shannon Burke, featuring Perspective’s Artists: Traé Brooks, Miriam Byroade, Kim Heil and SAIN’t Phifer.
2:45p-4:15p
Choosing Consciousness: A Psychological Exercise in Opening our Eyes to Equity facilitated by Gallery Manager Stacey Zackin, Perspective’s Artist James Black and Coordinator of Perspectives 2019, Patricia Johnson.
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COWORKING, OFFICE & RECORDING SPACE |
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WORK_SPACE provides professional connections with physical distancing. If you need a productive and pleasant place to work that isn't a couch, kitchen table or cat's stomping ground, find your place at WORK_SPACE. Contact us to discuss our flexible memberships for entrepreneurs, remote workers, small business & non-profit leaders, artists and all creative professionals.
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COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: THE ARTIST'S VOICE - JAN. 12, 2021 @ 7p |
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We invite you to this Zoom conversation with Ryan Parker (Activist, Educator and Poet Laureate), Elizabeth Shapiro (Dir. of Arts, Preservation and Museums, DECD CT) and local artists from our Perspectives show, discuss the role art and creativity has played in helping them to cope and comment on the past 10 months. Free. Click here to register.
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ART EXHIBIT ON MAIN STREET |
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150 pieces of art by 45 different local artists - all created since March of 2020 and all thought provoking. Stop by weekdays from 10a-4p or call us to book your private tour. 860-647-3168 | 903 Main St., Manchester, CT.
View our virtual gallery here. Exhibit runs through March 2021.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS OF INTEREST |
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SEEKING GAME SHOW CONTESTANTS |
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Take part of the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce's LOCAL FAMILY FEUD.
Help raise awareness and funds for local business programs, frontline workers and first responders. Invite your friends to join the FUN!
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Manchester Art Association presents:
Painting the Winter Landscape with Jane Penfield
An Art Workshop on Zoom.
Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021 from 10a - 4p
$45 per participant
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2021 Strategic Tax Planning and Updates
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Marc Finer, partner with the law firm Murtha Cullina LLP, and Karl Badey, partner with the accounting firm MMNT discuss the tax implications of the 2020 presidential election, individual and business tax reform proposed by the Biden administration and how taxpayers can strengthen their overall tax and business positions for 2021 and future years.
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Town of Manchester, CT resource page
CT Small Business Development Center Recovery Resources...offering web resources, a PPP and Small Business Legislation help desk, one-on-one advising and online programs including:
- Relief Funding for Small Businesses
- Relief Funding for Minority-Owned Businesses
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CBIA - CT Business and Industry Association has many links to updates and resources including signs to post at your workplace about staying safe, healthy, and physically distant. Click here.
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The CT Bar Association has created a FREE Legal Clinic offering 45-min phone or video calls for small businesses and entrepreneurs seeking limited-scope legal guidance. Click here.
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GET INVOLVED | BE ENGAGED
WORK_SPACE operates as both a business and a community, offering space to meet, learn, create and work. Please contact us and follow us on social media if you are an entrepreneur, artist, non-profit leader, artist or someone seeking personal and professional growth.
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WORK_SPACE
903 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040
860.647.6029
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