October Newsletter: Design Workshop | Sat 10/20
Friday, October 5, 2012 at 2:08AM a. 10/20 Design Workshop: Jewelry Making
b. 11/3 Interwoven Mixer: Bazaar @ 55 Restaurant/Bar
c. Volunteer: Co-Fac for The Community Cloth
d. Cause Web: Educational Bites
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Vox continues our terrific momentum of "Common Threads" with The Community Cloth!
a. 10/20 DESIGN WORKSHOP: Jewelry Making
We invite you to celebrate the contributions of our refugee community at our next event, Design Workshop. As part of our Common Threads series, we've created a fun and informative session for the refugee artisans in Houston who make handmade products to support their families. Since many of these artisans are not already trained in jewelry making, Vox is excited to introduce them to the designer-inspired Wrap Bracelet that can be sold year-round! At our first event, Style Scope, some of the artisans learned about what’s fashionable this season at Francesca’s. Now it’s time to put this knowledge to use! This will also be a great opportunity to meet and hear the stories of these talented women who are a part of our growing community.
ENTRY: $25 includes the instruction session, your custom take-home creation, Sprinkles cupcakes, AND sponsorship for an artisan to participate!
LOCATION & TIME: Vox Culture Warehouse (8570 Katy Fwy, Suite 116) @ 2:00-4:00PM
VOLUNTEER: http://bit.ly/PnTdts
RESERVE YOUR SEAT: http://on.fb.me/PMi3Dw
b. 11/3 INTERWOVEN MIXER: Bazaar @ 55 Restaurant/Bar
As the grand finale to our Refugees at Home trimester, Vox will be hosting the Interwoven Mixer at 55 Restaurant/Bar. This interactive experience will be woven with music, dance, ethnic cuisines and a fashion show. The multi-layered, multi-faceted event reflects the many stories and journeys of these wonderful women. The various components lined up also serve to enhance our appreciation of Houston's diverse population. We are aiming to provide a stage where the artisans can promote their handmade arts and crafts, expanding their opportunities of making a living to better integrate their lives into the community. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind products at the bazaar such as woven bags, knitted scarves, embroidered linens, baby clothing, and rugs. All proceeds from sales will go towards the refugee artisans and their families.
ENTRY: $15 includes a sampler platter and "The Artisan" signature cocktail
LOCATION & TIME: 55 Restaurant/Bar (5510 Morningside Dr) @ 2:00-5:00PM
VOLUNTEER: http://bit.ly/V5Z7X8
RESERVE YOUR SEAT: http://on.fb.me/SGrkvU
c. VOLUNTEER: Co-Fac for The Community Cloth
Looking for a unique volunteer opportunity? Do you enjoy engaging in a small group or working one-on-one? Some of The Community Cloth artisans are in need of co-facilitators! Co-facs are a liaison between the organization and the women, and contribute an average of 10-15 hours per month. General responsibilities include building a supportive environment for artisans, offering friendship and helping to prepare for sales events. Please email allison@ogvillage.org if you are interested in learning more.
d. CAUSE WEB: Educational Bites
Vox Culture partners with organizations that help fight against poverty and injustice. Our goal is to develop a culture of advocacy which includes educating about issues, learning about how they impact the community, and taking actionable steps towards making a difference. While we support a breath of different aspects around poverty and injustice, our hope is to help our audience understand the interconnectedness and "cause web" between these issues. The symptoms of one issue can be the root cause of another...Check out the educational bites written by Viktor Kopic, our R&D Coordinator, to learn about how the causes that Vox supports are linked to one another:
We thank you for your continued support of our organization and are grateful for the wonderful volunteers that pour their hearts and creative energy to benefit Houston, our home. Be a voice for Vox! Visit us | Like us | Follow us
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