June Newsletter: Proclaiming Humanity summer hiatus

a. Recap: "Shards of Peace"
b. 8/26 Vox Local Arts Mixer (V+LAM) 
c. Introducing Vox Video Production Coordinator, Eric Dugal!
d. Support Vox!

As the Proclaiming Humanity series on domestic violence goes on a summer hiatus (to return with more events starting in September), be sure to follow up with Vox via our social media outlets for new developments, and join us to celebrate Houston's local arts in August!
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a. RECAP: "SHARDS OF PEACE"
On Saturday, May 31, Vox Culture welcomed the clients and volunteers of Tahirih Justice Center. to take part in a creative event at the Vox facilities. The third event from our Proclaiming Humanity series, Shards of Peace, addressed the issue of fomestic violence, and by having regular guests work in partnership with the clients of Tahirih Justice Center in making candle holder mosaics (which will be used at a later date to raise funds for Tahirih Justice Center).

The event was colorful and educational and allowed for a moment of inoccence and creativity, in the form of the project, and empowerment, in the form of taking action to complete the project. 

b. 8/26 VOX LOCAL ARTS MIXER (V+LAM)
SAVE THE DATE!!! Join us on Tuesday, August 26, as Vox Culture hosts a Local Arts Mixer featuring some of Houston's top artists! The event will be taking place that date at Blackfinn American Grille (1910 Bagby St., Houston, TX 77002) from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Come celebrate, network, and engage with local artists as you learn more about Vox! The entrance fee of $10 per person includes light bites and one complimentary drink provided by Blackfinn.Proceeds from this event will go towards supporting upcoming Vox projects and goals.

Featured artists at the event will be announced via our Facebook and Twitter pages beginning next week so be sure to check those out. IF you would like renia.bto donate towards this event, or find out about other ways to support Vox, contact renia.butler@voxculture.org.

c. INTRODUCING VOX VIDEO PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, ERIC DUGAL!

Introducing Eric Dugal, Vox Culture's Video Production Coordinator! Eric's in charge of the editing and final production of Vox's video projects and promotional material, and plays a vital role in the planning and preparation of creative visual ideas. Be sure to keep an eye out for some of our upcoming video productions to get a taste of Eric's work! See his Spotlight profile here!

d. SUPPORT VOX!
Do you like the changes happening at Vox? How about the events we have had so far this year, or in the past, or what lies ahead in the near future?

Well, we want you to keep coming to our events and spreading the word about Vox! More importantly, with the growth that has been taking place at Vox, we have been looking at creating stronger bonds with our donors while also creating fruitful partnerships with local businesses. Help Vox continue to get bigger, better, and even stronger!

If you are interested in making a donation to Vox whether as an individual, or through corporate-matching; or if you are a business owner and would be interested in learning more about becoming a community partner/supporter, please send your inquiries to ted.law@voxculture.org.

Have a great summer!