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September 2011
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Brand New Website!
Coming to the Stage
Career Inspiration
Classes to Enhance You
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The Purple Crayon Diary

The website isn't the only brand new development at the Purple Crayon! We are thrilled to announce the arrival of Sarah and Adel's new baby boy, Izzudin Huck Hinawi, born August 26th. 

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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

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It's the moment we've been waiting for... 

 The new Purple Crayon website is here!

 

http://purplecrayoncenter.org 

 

We are swooning over the gorgeous redesign of our site.  

Now, all in one place, you can listen to clips of upcoming artists, buy tickets to shows, browse a calendar of upcoming classes (tons of new programs are starting this fall!), get the details on flagship programs like The Inc, and read more about the philosophy behind The Purple Crayon and what the press has been saying.

 

Check it out! Share it with friends! And in the meantime, scroll down for a peek at some of the upcoming events and classes we're most excited about, as well as news about fantastic opportunities happening this fall. Read more about all of them and more on our site.

We look forward to seeing you soon at the Purple Crayon!

 

Local and National acts on the
Purple Crayon stage

 LISTEN TO CLIPS AND BUY TICKETS ON LIVE@TPC

 

ACTIVE BIRD COMMUNITY ::  Friday, September 16,  

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm, $5 students $10 general admission 

We discovered this up-and-coming alternative rock band when one of its members played our last Open Mic night! Made up of Hastings high school students, Active Bird Community is beyond their years, already playing gigs locally and in the city, including at the famed Knitting Factory. This is the first in our series of developing local acts, so come see a great show and get bragging rights to say you knew them when!

 

If you liked Red Baraat at our launch party, then you can't miss... 

BACK TO BHANGRA DANCE PARTY :: Saturday, Sept. 24, 8 pm - 11 pm, $35 all-inclusive (admission, food, drinks)

Forget about back to school - it's time to get back to Bhangra! We've cooked up the perfect recipe for shaking off that summer laziness: one part fantastic food, one part open bar, and one part President Obama's favorite DJ! Celebrity spinner DJ Rekha will get you up on your feet for an unforgettable night out. This is the one all your friends will be talking about. 

 

And don't forget to get your tickets--this one is sure to sell out!

DAR WILLIAMS :: Saturday, Oct. 15, 8 pm, $40

 

And more...

OPEN MIC :: Friday, September 9, 7:00 pm, $5

Check out why our Open Mic nights are different from all the others. 

 

Season tickets are now available! Purchase now.

 

View the complete calendar -- 

 

 Creating your biggest life at The Inc.

VISION AND VALUES ~ AN ARCHEOLOGICAL DIG INTO LEADERSHIP :: Thursday, Sept. 22, 7 pm - 10 pm, $50

Perfect for anyone who wants to advance in their work with confidence and vision. Renowned leadership coach, Greta Cowan will also be offering drop-in consulting time at The Inc. later this month. Look at the sanctuary calendar for dates or learn more and register for this workshop now.  

 

Kids off to school and you're ready to think about going back to work?  

Kick-start the process at: 

TRANSITIONS ~ FOR MOTHERS RE-ENTERING THE WORKFORCE :: Wednesdays in October,
from 9 am - 11 am
 

This workshop series joins two experienced career development professionals, Nina Segal and Jane Celwyn,  and goes toward one of the hearts of our mission--providing a space where individuals can find a supportive environment to create a satisfying and personally relevant career. Learn more

 

Look into what The Inc. could offer YOUR career advancement on the new website, PLUS sign up for a free trial week of workspace!

 

New classes in the Sanctuary
YOGA TOTS :: Mondays in Sept. and Oct, 9 am - 9:45 am, $120 per 6-week session or $25 for drop-ins.
Classes for babies/toddlers and their caregivers, taught by beloved local yoga instructor, Allison Schubert. See full schedule, learn more about Allison, or register now.

PILATES :: Thursdays in Sept. and Oct, 9:15 am - 10:45 am, only $168 for 8 sessions!

Taught by pilates/yoga instructor and massage therapist, Beddy Piekiel. Learn more or register now.

BALLROOM DANCE :: Wednesdays in Sept. and Oct, 7 pm - 8 pm

Learn more.

And back for a third season, it's the hit exercise~empowerment class,

WARRIOR RISING :: 2 sessions available to fit with your schedule, $220 for 2 classes per week over 4 weeks

Learn moreEmail the instructors to sign up.

**Save the date ~ Saturday, September 17, 9am - 11am**

Come for a FREE session and see what it's all about!

Complimentary refreshments and food will be served.

Plus, receive a 10% discount for on-the-spot registration!

   

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR OFFERINGS

IN THE SANCTUARY.