September Newsletter: "Rise Above" moves forward!

a. Recap of Rise Above: Breaking Habits
b. 10/19 Rise Above: Engaging Creativity
c. Welcome Public Policy Specialist, Justin Gillenwater!
 
The Rise Above series has had an inspirational start and is gearing up for a grand event in October, Rise Above: Engaging Creativity. Read further to see more details!   
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a. RECAP OF RISE ABOVE: BREAKING HABITS
 
On Saturday, September 28, Vox Culture hosted its first event for the Drugs & Alcohol Trimester, Rise Above: Breaking Habits, at the Vox Culture Warehouse.
 

The yoga based event was aimed at promoting the work and showing support for The Council on Alcohol and Drugs – Houston, who uses specific yoga techniques as a service/program for both rehabilitation purposes as well as for health awareness classes.


We were pleased to welcome Bruno Ramos who shared his story of recovery with the audience as well. Special thanks go out to our sponsors for the event, LA Fitness and Local Foods!

 
b. 10/19 RISE ABOVE: ENGAGING CREATIVITY
 
Join Vox Culture as we prepare to host, Rise Above: Engaging Creativity! RSVP here!

 
The event will take place at The Houston Food Park (1504 St. Emanuel Street, Houston, TX) from 4:00PM to 6:00PM on Saturday, October 19.
 
Rise Above: Engaging Creativity will consist of a live mural painting session by Houston muralist, Nicky Davis, as well as live musical performances by the children of Yes Prep – Gulfton and Houston-based band, Potbelly. Food trucks will be on-site throughout the event, with a portion of the proceeds made during the period of the event going to benefit the staff of a local substance dependence treatment facility, Directions of Recovery.
 
Connect. Empower. Amplify. See how arts can play a role in the community and raise awareness on causes, such as those related to drugs and alcohol! Be a part of a creative movement to give a voice to those unheard!
 
c. WELCOME PUBLIC POLICY SPECIALIST, JUSTIN GILLENWATER!
 
We are pleased to introduce Justin Gillenwater, Vox Culture's Public Policy Specialist!
 

As we seek to continue to raise awareness about the issues of poverty and injustice that affect Houston, and support the artists/creatives in the city, Justin brings a great amount of expertise to the table. With a passion for politics, he is sure to bring to light what Houston is doing as a city to help promote art while also addressing the social issues that affect the local community. You can see his spotlight here!