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Coming this Fall...
We have already booked Dar Williams and Ruth Moody for next season's concert series. For more info and to stay updated with who's coming to our stage, check the Sanctuary page on our website.
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GET INVOLVED!
Are you wondering how you can be a part of what's happening at The Purple Crayon? Do you have a question, want to request a tour or find out more about our upcoming programs? Or perhaps you know someone looking for an internship or volunteer opportunity. We would love to be in touch with you! Write to us at
info@purplecrayoncenter.org or come by the Center to take a look around.
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Keep your eyes open for our redesigned website, coming in July! It's going to be beautiful...
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The Purple Crayon Center in the News
Did you see the feature about The Inc, our shared workspace for freelancers and entrepreneurs, in the Rivertowns Guide this week? Shared workspaces are taking off nationwide, and we're thrilled to be one of the front-runners of this revolution here in the Rivertowns.
Also- coming up, look for a piece about us in the Westchester County Business Journal, due out on June 13th!
We are loving the brand new photos showcasing The Inc. by local photographer, Leslie Kahan. Check it out:
A view from the conference room, through the glass walls to the permanent offices beyond.
Available for monthly lease, the permanent desks offer wireless internet, private phone lines, mailbox services, locked file cabinets, and priority conference room access.
The HotDesks, for hourly drop-in workspace when you need it.
The colorful kitchen, complete with family-style seating to encourage connection between community members.
Haven't seen The Inc. in person yet? Stop by for a tour, and while you're here, ask about a free trial membership.
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HEALTH INSURANCE PROBLEMS - SOLVED!
If you are an independent worker or run a small business or non-profit, health insurance is already a complicated and frustrating field to navigate. Add in recent health care reform and plan redesigns, and it can start to feel like figuring out your insurance is all you do anymore. Enter Thomas Fischetti, a mission-driven professional with decades of experience working with organizations and small businesses around helath insurance, to give you the information and advice you need:
- Learn if and how you qualify for health insurance coverage.
- Find out if you are getting the best possible coverage for yourself or your organization's employees.
- Refresh your understanding of the current state of health care.
- Discuss how recent reforms will affect you, and what to do about it.
Health Insurance Workshop
TUESDAY, JUNE 14th, at 10:30 am
Refreshments and snacks will be served.
Suggested donation $12
RSVP by emailing: inc@purplecrayoncenter.org
Stay tuned for more workshops coming soon to The Inc. that respond to the needs of self-employed workers and small businesses. Remember, Inc. members receive discounted registration rates.
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Not Your Regular Open Mic Night
A tiny stage in a cramped bar with terrible sound quality... who needs it? At our monthly Open Mic Night, we offer up our spacious stage, state-of-the-art equipment and amazing acoustics to local songwriters and performers. Whether you play all the time, haven't picked up an instrument in years, or just like to hear new music, come join us for a unique concert experience with a friendly, laid back, encouraging vibe.
June Open Mic Night: Friday, June 10th, 7:45 pm $5 cover at the door Beer, wine, soda and snacks available for purchase. 
For artists: Doors open and sign up begins at 7:00. Up to 3 performers per act, please. BYO instruments, though house piano available for use. Hand drums OK but sorry, no drum sets.
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Gaida is "Beyond Perfect"
So said Peter Canby in The New Yorker, and reviewers for TimeOut New York, BBC Radio and The Chicago Tribune have agreed. Syrian vocalist, Gaida, is famous in the World Music scene for her technical skill and for the rich, emotional spell she casts on her audience. See what all the talk is about when Gaida plays our stage: Saturday, June 11th at 7:30pm $22: BUY TICKETS! Doors open at 7pm. Beer, wine, soda and snacks on sale at our bar.  | | Bint il Balad |
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So what IS that Draw Your Future thing, anyway?
DRAW YOUR FUTURE INFORMATION SESSIONS
Thursday, June 16th, 8pm
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Tuesday, July 19th, 8pm
Have you been hearing about our middle and high school after school drop-in program, Draw Your Future, but are unsure what it really is or whether it would be a good fit for your teen? In addition to being The Purple Crayon Center's Executive Director, Sarah Silbert Hinawi holds a Masters of Education in Counseling from Boston University, and has helped design and grow a number of student-centered programs, including The Columbia University TeenScreen Program, LitWorld, and the College Board's college-planning curriculum, CollegeEd. Sarah is also currently Vice President of the Board of the Institute for Democratic Education in America.
Draw Your Future is a unique opportunity for kids in our area - both a safe, fun place to hang out after school, AND a program specifically designed to help them discover core truths about what's important to them and what they want for their futures. The results of this process are levels of satisfaction, inspiration, and commitment in their future plans that are unachievable through traditional school guidance counseling alone. Interested in learning more? This summer, we'll be hosting two information sessions about Draw Your Future for parents of young people about to start 7th-12th grade. Join us to have a glass of wine and tour the space, meet Sarah and the rest of our staff, learn how our philosophy translates into an actual program to benefit the kids, and get all of your questions answered. To RSVP for one of the information sessions, email us. We look forward to seeing you! If you can't make either of the dates above, or if you have any questions about Draw Your Future that you'd like answered right away, don't hesitate to be in touch: info@purplecrayoncenter.org
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If your teen would like to learn more about us on their own, we now have a specific facebook group for them: Purple Crayon Center in Hastings, run by our wonderful intern, Goldie!
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Enter to Win Live! Concert Tickets
We are having so much fun with our current contest on facebook:
let us know which artists or bands you would love to see on our
Live! At the Purple Crayon concert calendar and, if we book them, you win 4 FREE TICKETS to the show! Please attach a youtube video of the artist, if possible. Not on facebook? Email us your submission instead, to: adel@purplecrayoncenter.org |
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To find out more about programs and upcoming shows at The Purple Crayon Center for Learning and Social Innovation, go to our website: www.purplecrayoncenter.org
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