Special Thank You
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Thank you to the generous contributions of the following foundations:
The Bee Vradenburg Foundation
Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado
Colorado Creative Industries
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Greetings!
It has been an exciting first half of the year for FutureSelf. We moved into a new location (29 E Bijou), offered fantastic programming to over 100 young people aged 12-22, and continued to be a voice for self expression and creative exploration four youth in the Colorado Springs community. Please read on for more information on upcoming programs, a special benefit event, and some words from one of our dedicated volunteers. Also included is a call for youth artists and a call for supplies.
As always, thank you for your interest in FutureSelf. As we move into the second half of 2011, please consider joining us as a partner in our celebration of arts based youth development. There are many ways to contribute to FutureSelf, including: volunteering, cooking a meal for a workshop, donating supplies, and making a financial investment in our mission through an online donation. Thank you for your continued support.
Best,
Abby
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| Upcoming Programs
JULY 27th ONE-DAY WORKSHOP
11AM-4PM
128 North Nevada
Collaborative workshop with the Teen Self-Sufficiency Program! Open to youth 14-21 years. Lunch is provided. Space is limited so register today!
DATE CHANGE: AUGUST 13-14th
ENCAUSTIC WORKSHOP- now open to all youth
10A-4PM Saturday and Sunday
Bemis School of Art
818 Pelham Place (entrance behind the main Fine Arts Center building just west of Cascade and Cache la Poudre)
An amazing workshop for students with local artist Daisy McConnell- learn the technique of encaustic, which uses beeswax as a medium. Work created will be featured in show at Stargazer's Theatre during the premier of Vanishing of the Bees movie, a documentary film on the honey bee crisis, AUGUST 24th. This event is part of the Cross Pollination 2011 event happening throughout Colorado Springs this summer! Come "bee" apart of this unique event!
Limited class size, ages 14-21 and must have FutureSelf experience.
A small supply fee of $10 will be charged, scholarships are available.
SEPTEMBER 11TH "WHERE COMMUNITY HAPPENS"
10AM-4PM Location TBD
Join us for this unique experience with Cuban Artist Victor Caldee!!! In collaboration with the Cuba Transnational Project going on in Colorado Springs. A one-of-a-kind workshop with an internationally renowned artist and muralist. Ages 12-19 are welcome. Lunch will be provided.
AFTERNOON PROGRAMS EVERY WEDNESDAY Wednesdays 3:30-5:30PM Urban Peak: 423 E Cucharras Open to all youth 15-21 years old. Explore a variety of mediums each week with different community artists! Created artwork will be on display in the Alley Arts District in November! |
Thoughts from a Volunteer
Before going back to school in Philadelphia for an Arts Administration degree, I de cided to spend the summer in Colorado and found a unique experience volunteering with FutureSelf. By participating in a recent workshop, I was able to assist youth, help the guest artist and facilitators run the workshop and luckily, was able to create art of my own. The kids in this particular workshop participated in a wide and colorful range of activities, including bookmaking, visualization and drama exercises, as well as mask-making. It was exciting to watch these budding artists learn about their own creative process and encourage them to express themselves freely. I entered into a very warm, inspiring and creative circle, an d I am so thankful for this experience. I hope to always be involved in programs as valuable and inspiring as FutureSelf.
Lisa McClellan, FutureSelf Volunteer
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 Call for Supplies
We are currently accepting art supply donations and are also looking for a mini-fridge for the new office. Art supplies most in need: Acrylic paints, paintbrushes, quality markers/Sharpies, poster board, canvases, old records, Xacto knives, and old doors. Please contact Abby if you have any items that need a new, appreciative home! Thank you.
Record light fixtures made at the Recycled Art Workshop
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Cabaret to Benefit FutureSelf
The Old Tribe Theater Project Presents
"LOVE: IT'S COMPLICATED"
August 19th-20th at 7:30PM
August 21st at 2PM
Louisa Performing Arts Center Colorado Springs School, 21 Broadmoor Avenue, Colorado Springs
The show, featuring local artists, is a cabaret style show featuring many contemporary and classic Broadway hits. It takes a light-hearted approach to tell the sotry of friends, lovers, and the difficulty of putting on a charity show. Check out more about The Old Tribe Theater Project, i
ncluding actor bios and how they came to be.
Suggested donation $20. All proceeds benefit FutureSelf. Advacnce tickets are available at The Old Tribe's Website or contact Abby at abby@futureself.org.
CALL FOR YOUTH ARTISTS' WORK!
Looking for art to put on display and feature in our silent auction during this event. Looking for art that is love-themed, complicated, based on relationships, or inspired my music.
Contact Abby if you are interested. 719.323.6262, abby@futureself.org
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For more info, to sign-up for a program, or hear how you can get involved please give us a call or email. 719.323.6262 or info@futureself.org or visit us on Facebook. Thanks for your continued support.
Sincerely,
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Abby Laine Sienkiewicz
Executive Director |
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