There are so many things happening in this city. Sometimes keeping up with the various sites to keep your calendar full can be quite daunting. Having information spread throughout the web leads some to believe that nothing happens here until the last minute. It just seems that way because Tacoma has a problem with getting information out about events early enough for people to plan on coming!
We're trying to counteract that pattern via this blog but have been as good in our duties as we'd like. Let's try to change that! Here are some exciting events happening over the next week. If you know of more that those in the building industry might be interested in, shoot me an e-mail at oleary_caroline@hotmail.com and I'll get them posted.
Young Professionals Network of Tacoma-Pierce County
Power Lunch with Liz Heath
"Liz will be speaking on how young professionals can benefit from being on a non-profit board. Liz Heath is considered the local expert on this topic."
Wednesday, May 27
12:00-1:00 @ Pacific Grill Events Center
$25 for members, $35 for non-members
View E-Vite at http://tinyurl.com/poe85o
Cascade Land Conservancy
Tacoma Community Stewards Campaign Kick-off Party
See Kelly's post below for additional information on this event. It's a great opportunity to make a difference in the future of Tacoma's built environment!
Artifakt
Multi-Genre Art Show
"Artifakt is a Seattle-based arts group and clothing designer that aims to promote up-and-coming artists and musicians in a variety of styles and genres. Artifakt's multi-genre art shows fuse visual and performance art to create a positive environment that fosters artistic expression and mutual appreciation."
Friday, May 29th
8:00 PM - 2:00 AM @ Robert Daniel Gallery, 2501 Fawcett, Tacoma
AIA/ELG/Habitat for Humanity
Build Day
The AIA Southwest Washington Chapter and the Emerging Leaders Group are teaming this summer to build with Habitat for Humanity Tacoma/Pierce County. All 2009 build dates take place on Saturdays; May 30th, June 13th, July 11th, and August 8th, and you do not need to be a member of either organization to participate.
If you have a desire to participate in any of this year’s build dates, please RSVP to Marianne Wombacher mwombacher@bcradesign.com so a roster can be started. You can also email Marianne with additional questions and location information. You must have completed the orientation prior to being able to build with us.
Saturday, May 30th
@ Larabee Terrace, Tacoma
Creative Class Happy Hour
First Ever!
See E-Vite at http://tinyurl.com/qf35c7
Thursday, June 4th
@ The Hub, 203 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma
Emerging Leaders is an open forum for Associates and Young Architects licensed up to 10 years in the field of architecture, as well as others in the design and construction industry.
The group's objective is to support individual and community development and to prepare young professionals for future leadership roles in design and the community.
contact us to stay in touch: aiasww.elg@gmail.com
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Showing posts with label Tacoma. Show all posts
5.27.2009
5.22.2009
Tacoma Community Stewards Network
I have gone to a few of the Tacoma Community Stewards events where Tacoma citizen issues were identified then group leaders volunteered to head each issue to research, set goals, determine who would interested in the issue and how to achieve that goal to make a positive impact in the community.
The issues that were identified were:
- Turn surplus city property into community gardens and parks
- Link disconnected bike trails and walking paths into and through Tacoma
- Transform the Dome District into a vibrant, walkable and livable community
I think that as design professionals we can provide insight to help guide change within our community and this could be a positive group to be involved with.
The next event is next week on Thursday May 28th from 6:30 to 8:30pm at the Hub. At this event campaign leaders will present their research and plans and show how you can get involved to make the change you want to see in Tacoma.
I plan on going to hear what these folks have to say and talk with other neighbors that want to be involved in positive change in Tacoma and of course partake in some good food and beverages at the Hub.
- Kelly Myles Braun
The issues that were identified were:
- Turn surplus city property into community gardens and parks
- Link disconnected bike trails and walking paths into and through Tacoma
- Transform the Dome District into a vibrant, walkable and livable community
I think that as design professionals we can provide insight to help guide change within our community and this could be a positive group to be involved with.
The next event is next week on Thursday May 28th from 6:30 to 8:30pm at the Hub. At this event campaign leaders will present their research and plans and show how you can get involved to make the change you want to see in Tacoma.
I plan on going to hear what these folks have to say and talk with other neighbors that want to be involved in positive change in Tacoma and of course partake in some good food and beverages at the Hub.
- Kelly Myles Braun
5.19.2009
Habitat for Humanity
Today was orientation for Habitat for Humanity. Marianne is organizing the event(s) but you need not be a member of either ELG or AIA to participate, although you must attend an orientation prior to participating unless you've already worked with them.
The turn out was great. I estimate we had 40 people attend. Build dates are May 30th, June 13th, July 11th, and August 8th. ELG is also working on participating in the build at the Puyallup Fair this September. That event will be contingent upon Habitat for Humanity but we will let you know as soon as we find out.
If you're interested in working any of the above dates please e-mail Marianne at mwombacher@bcradesign.com.
- Caroline N. O'Leary
The turn out was great. I estimate we had 40 people attend. Build dates are May 30th, June 13th, July 11th, and August 8th. ELG is also working on participating in the build at the Puyallup Fair this September. That event will be contingent upon Habitat for Humanity but we will let you know as soon as we find out.
If you're interested in working any of the above dates please e-mail Marianne at mwombacher@bcradesign.com.
- Caroline N. O'Leary
5.15.2009
Love Tacoma!
I'm not sure how many of you have heard of Love Tacoma but if you click on the title of this post you can view their website, including photos from past events.
Kelly Braun (Myles) and I have attended a few of these events and really enjoyed them. The group is very lively and social and seems to consist of a large portion of the "creative class" in this city. What has been really great about it is expanding our network outside of architecture. We've met people from the Chamber of Commerce, realtors, Derek who started Exit133 (my personal favorite T-town blog, that is until we get this one rocking!), numerous young entrepreneurs, etc. All share one thing in Tacoma - we love it!
Check out their site and keep up with our calendar here to join us at the next event!
- Caroline N. O'Leary
Kelly Braun (Myles) and I have attended a few of these events and really enjoyed them. The group is very lively and social and seems to consist of a large portion of the "creative class" in this city. What has been really great about it is expanding our network outside of architecture. We've met people from the Chamber of Commerce, realtors, Derek who started Exit133 (my personal favorite T-town blog, that is until we get this one rocking!), numerous young entrepreneurs, etc. All share one thing in Tacoma - we love it!
Check out their site and keep up with our calendar here to join us at the next event!
- Caroline N. O'Leary
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