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GET INVOLVED
The Purple Crayon needs your support--
Or 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 or come by the Center to take a look around.
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Missed Some Shows?
Check out our to see highlights from some of the Live! @ TPC shows over the last year. You'll find Milo Z, NewFound Road, DJ Shiftee, and more. |
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Dance for a good cause!
Hudson River Rising, the local chapter of One Billion Rising, a global activist movement to eradicate violence against women and girls, is hosting a dance party at The Purple Crayon.
Proceeds will benefit Hope's Door, a Westchester organization that provides assistance to victims of domestic violence as well as education for teens.
Hudson River Rising Dance Party
Saturday, Feb. 9th
8:00 pm
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Interested in a membership at The Inc.?
HotDesk spaces are available. Email us to tour the space and learn more about our flexible working options. |
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Host your event at The Purple Crayon
Our beautiful upstairs Sanctuary space is available for retreats, seminars, private parties and weddings. Interested in hosting your next big event here?
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Sarah's note: I want this for you.
One of the trickiest things about running The Purple Crayon for me, on a personal level, is how much I want for people to be part of the events that we curate. But not because I want to make a sale, or grow my business. Because I honestly believe so strongly in each opportunity for learning and development, I truly love each of the acts we bring, and I am so sincerely excited about all the amazing things coming can bring to you.
So come--please come. Come to hear John Gorka's powerful, poignant music. Come experience what improv can do for you professionally or explore your comic side with Bob Kulhan. Come get a HotDesk at the Inc. and see how working in a conducive environment and being in a community of thinkers can catalyze your growth.
But don't do it for me--do it for you.
Sarah
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Stuck? Try something new!
Do you have ideas that need some room to grow? Maybe have a dream business brewing in your head but feel like you don't even know where to start? Or are just thinking about getting back to work, but don't even know where to begin.
Start with a HotDesk in the Inc. Give yourself those few hours a week, or even a month, to let those ideas bounce off of some new walls and around with some new people. You'll be amazed how well they fluorish in a new environment!
The Inc. at The Purple Crayon offers flexible monthly Hot Desk memberships to fit a variety of needs. Whether you only want to come in a few hours a month, or would like a space you can visit more often, there is a plan for you. There are several ways to sign up, schedule a visit, or learn more:
Come find out what the Inc. can do for you.
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Improvise Your Way to Success with Inc. Interactive
"Improvisation is probably one of the top three cardinal skills for businesses to learn in the future."
John Kao, Harvard Business School
"Change today happens suddenly, unexpectedly, unpredictably. . . so organizations that want to prosper over the long term need to practice the art of continous change."
Robert Reich, former US Secretary of Labor
On March 6th, get in the room with the thought leader who's been educating Duke and Columbia business school students, working with leaders at Fortune 500 companies like Ford, American Express and P&G, and who's generally heading the charge for business people around the country to build their flexibilty
and agility.
Bob Kulhan of Business Improvisations will be taking us through an innovative session of improvisation and creativity training. Be forewarned--this is not your typical professional development session! Come ready to get up on your feet, engage with other entrepreneurial souls, exercise some new muscles and leave with some great new skills and strategies.
Inc. Interactive: Business Improvisations
Wednesday, March 6th, 9 am-12 pm
Register here.
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Laugh on!
As if Bob's business credentials weren't enough, he is also a veteran of the Chicago comedy scene, having been trained at Second City and other well-known institutions, now performs with several groups in New York and has taught all over the world. So while he's over in our neck of the woods, we wanted to offer a couple of other chances to hone your improvisational skills and have a great time!
Comedic Improvisation Workshop
Wednesday, March 6th, 4-6 pm
More info and registration here
With nearly 20 years of experience, Bob will use his expertise to teach improv fundamentals through exercises and games. Participants will have the chance to show off their new talents at the evening show! Ages 12 and up. Register here.
An Evening of Improv
Wednesday, March 6th, 7:30 pm
More info and tickets here
A great opportunity to see a top-notch comedy show right here in Hastings. The evening will kick off with the graduates of Bob's afternoon workshop, followed by a hilarious comedy performance from Bob and fellow improviser Micah Sherman. You'll be rolling in the aisles! Buy tickets here.
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Battle of the Teen Bands
Submissions are now open for our 2nd Annual Battle of the Teen Bands! Send four recordings to info@purplecrayoncenter.org by February 10th to be entered into the competition. The top four acts will be chosen to perform live for our panel of judges, who will rate artists on their musicianship and performance.
This year's judge's include:
Steve Addabbo: Studio owner and producer whose credits include such hit albums as Shawn Colvin's Steady On, Suzanne Vega's Solitude Standing, Loudon Wainwright III's Little Ships, Citizen Cope's Dreamworks and many, many more.
Kevin O'Rourke: Award-winning actor, director and teacher of theater and performance, most recently known for his role as Mayor Edward Bader in HBO's Boardwalk Empire.
Barbara Prisament: Music marketing professional who's worked with numerous major labels, including Capitol, Chrysalis, and Electra record.
The winning act will be named Best Teen Band 2013 and will get a free day of recording at The Purple Crayon with a professional sound engineer!
A fun night out for performers and audience alike!
Battle of the Teen Bands
Saturday, March 2nd, 7:30 pm
$14 admission
Entrants must be between the ages of 13 and 19.
Groups and solo acts welcome.
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Open Canvas: Community and more for working artists
Artist Statement Workshop
with Naomi Vladeck
This two-day workshop is designed for artists and creative entrepreneurs seeking to articulate their work through an Artist Statement. In one weekend, you will learn to create a compelling and authentic narrative to reflect your journey, and write a powerful artistic statement that reflects your particular project and purpose. These statements are useful for grants, portfolios, websites, jobs, marketing or business plans, or as a networking tool. Naomi's guidance will also help you articulate your goals and next steps.
March 2nd and 3rd, 9-12 am
Click here for more information and to register.
Reminder: The spring session of
Open Canvas discussion group meetings begins on February 7th, 10:00 am
Sign up for any two Open Canvas programs and receive a 10% discount.
And drop us a line if you'd like to be added to Open Canvas's specific email list for more frequent news and updates related to this program.
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Live! Spring Schedule and Season Tickets
Live!@TPC will be showcasing some excellent artists this spring, and we are excited to announce a special offer for music lovers. A spring season pass is available for $50, which will grant admission to three concerts in the coming months. Great bargain, and three fun nights out close to home!
Freedy Johnston
Saturday, April 13th, 8:00 pm
Reg. $19 admission
SonnyBoy
Saturday, May 4th, 8:00 pm
Reg. $17 admission
Listen or Buy Tickets Now!
 John Gorka
Saturday, June 28th, 8:00 pm
Reg. $28 admission
Season Pass
All Three Shows for Just $50
Get your Season Pass now!
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Chinese Classes
Louise Chen's popular Chinese classes for kids at The Purple Crayon are back! Louise will be offering 9 weekly, hour-long sessions this winter and spring, starting in April. A great way for children to learn a useful skill and broaden their minds.
Winter Session 1/25 - 3/22
Fridays 4:45pm-5:45pm (8 weeks, $120)
Spring Session 4/5 - 6/14
Friday 4:45pm-5:45pm (9 weeks, $135)
10% off for siblings
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Open Mic This Friday Night
Take shelter from the cold weather in the warmth of our open mic night. This monthly event brings together a wonderful group of performers and audience alike, and the beautiful setting, acoustics, and professional engineering create an experience unlike the average open mic.
Open Mic Night
Friday, February 8th
Doors and sign-up open at 7:30 pm
$5 door
No more than three musicians on the stage at a time. No drumsets, electric keyboards, or outside amplifiers. Performers 11 and up are welcome.
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