Several important announcements were made during Caroline Collective Co-Founders Ned Dodington and Matthew Wettergreen’s brief-ish address to the crowd.

1. Matthew Wettergreen will be returning in August to run Caroline Collective full-time. We are sure this will allow Caroline Collective to become the professional, inspiring and productive work space that we all believe it can be.
2. There is one person at Caroline Collective that over the two years has contributed significant mind-share, constantly supported the space through outspoken promotion and holding fundraisers for the community. This person is already very much a part of our family and we love her very much. We have decided to invite Grace Rodriguez to be  a part owner in Caroline Collective.
3. Caroline Collective’s Creative Incubator, C2, is poised to launch. C2 Creative is a nonprofit organization that provides creative startups, groups, individuals and professionals with the education, guidance and resources needed for a successful launch. Check out what’s coming next at http://www.c2creative.cc/.
4. We will soon be launching a capital campaign to raise much needed funds for much needed improvements surrounding the building and grounds. By this we mean: a new HVAC unit, re-paving the back lot, an automated gate, video security system and a new and upgraded coworking space.

Thanks to Caroline Collective member Tom Paynter of Paynter Media, you can watch the whole speech.

One of the best comments of the night was “These announcements are on the order of It’s About F*cking Time!”

We’ve demonstrated that we can walk. This fall we run. Won’t you join us.

The Arts Marketing intern will work closely with Fresh Arts Coalition to aid with:

• Creating and implementing marketing plans for arts based events and campaigns
• Designing and implementing an arts-based social media strategy
• Designing and sending weekly email newsletters
• Attending arts events

The Branding and Public Relations intern will work closely with AYN Brand to aid with:

• Managing social media campaigns surrounding events and brands
• Identifying and targeting conferences, speaking opportunities, and request for proposals
• Maintaining a contact database
• Conceiving and designing events and brand marketing plans

The Video intern will work closely with Paynter Media to aid with:

• Editing, shooting and producing web video
• Designing and implementing a social media strategy employing web-based video
• Identifying and targeting individuals, bands and companies in need of web video content

Please submit resumes along with a cover letter to carolinecollective@gmail.com by Wednesday, July 28 at 6:00pm EST. Please include your area of interest, whether that is arts marketing, video or branding.

Bring your stuff to Caroline Collective on July 11 to…

• Swap it for stuff you really want/need
• Sell it for cash to keep or donate to a local charity
• Donate it directly to a deserving charity

The Furniture Bank of Houston (http://www.fb-houston.org) will be the beneficiary of any unswapped/unsold furniture. We’re seeking another local charity/charities to receive clothing and miscellaneous items – if you know of one that would appreciate gently used items, please contact @gracerodriguez.

BAKERS: Feel free to bring goodies to raise money for your favorite charity…even if it’s yourself!)

How it works:

1. Sign up to be a Swapper/Seller and/or Baker (Browser/Buyers can simply RSVP)
2. You’ll receive an email with detail on table space and set-up time
3. Hunt for & gather the treasures you no longer want
4. Bring them to Caroline Collective on July 11 – don’t forget to bring change for buyers!
5. Early morning: Sell!
6. Lunchtime: Swap! (&Sell;!)
7. Afternoon: Sell! Sell! SEll!
8. At the end of the day, all unswapped/unsold stuff (and cash!) can be donated directly to local charities (pick up times will be pre-arranged)

Any questions? Ask @gracerodriguez, @cosmopolitician, @favouritethings. Surprises are in store, so stay tuned!

Please take a moment to register via the Eventbrite page here: http://swaptweet.eventbrite.com/

See you on July 11…

Grace, Monica, Mandy

P.S. If the Swapper/Seller RSVPs reach the maximum limit of 13, RSVP as a Browser/Buyer and comment that you want to be added to the waitlist in case a spot opens up.

P.P.S. We’ll be showing the World Cup game (projected on the wall!), so don’t worry – you won’t miss a single moment! Remember, though, it’s BYOB…whatever your beverage of choice may be.

A blend of the traditional and experimental, Beyond the Print presents the work of the University of Houston’s Spring Block 2010 Program students. This medley of artists begins with a foundation in traditional photography — exploring large format prints, experimenting with 35mm and digital processes — and then departs from the norm, quickly moving into installation and electronic means of presentation.

The themens range from broad societal issues to more introspective thoughts. Taken together, Beyond the Print creates not a dialogue with the viewer, but a symposium. Each artist imparts a distinct tone to lens-based image making.

Beyond the Print introduces us to eight emerging artists: Michael Burgas, Britney Connelly, Osman Galindo, Vanessa Godden, Daniela Hernandez, Fatmeh Hmaidan, Gisela Parker, and Thais Verissimo. The show is curated by Shannon Duncan with the assistance of Ned Dodington and Geoff Smith. Beyond the Print is sponsored by C2 Creative and hosted by Caroline Collective.

We hope you can make it out for the opening!

.WHO Playsmint Coaching

.WHERE Caroline Collective 4820 Caroline St., Houston, TX 77004

.WHEN Saturday, June 12^th, Tuesday, June 15^th, Saturday, June 26^th, Tuesday, June 29^th

Come join us at 4820 Caroline St. beginning on Saturday, June 12^th for a new Playsmint Coaching series of workshops.

Saturday, June 12^th ,10am – 2pm: Powerful Resume Writing

Tuesday, June 15^th ,6:30pm – 9:30pm: Productive Interviewing

Saturday, June 26^th ,10am – 2pm: Powerful Resume Writing

Tuesday, June 29^th ,6:30pm – 9:30pm:   Effective Networking

Join us on Saturday, June 12^th for the first of many Playsmint Coaching Workshops being held at Caroline Collective.  Playsmint Coaching is based on three core principles:

• Powerful Resumes
• Effective Networks
• Productive Interviews

During the month of June, we will offer a series of workshops covering our core principles of P.E.P.

The combination of Powerful Resumes, Effective Networks and Productive Interviews (P.E.P.) are the tools you need in today’s volatile job market.  We call it “Playsmint Coaching”.

Our techniques for writing Powerful Resumes, building Effective Networks and executing Productive Interviews are modeled after the teachings at top business schools around the world and were developed in conjunction with Fortune 500 recruiters.

Using Playsmint Coaching, you too can learn to write resumes, network and interview like an MBA!

People trained with the Playsmint Plan & Coaching System have received employment offers from some of the world’s most respected organizations and Fortune 500 companies, like:

The United Nations | General Electric | Shell Oil Company | Intel | Proctor & Gamble | General Electric | Bank of Montreal | Halliburton | Raytheon | Coors Brewery |Target Corporation | GMAC Bank | American Greetings | Del Monte | Wal-Mart

Limited seating is available; please click the PayPal button to register.

Playsmint Coaching Workshops

Resumes – 6/12 @10am $30.00 Interviews – 6/15 @6:30pm $30.00 Resumes – 6/26 @10am $30.00 Networking – 6/29 @6:30pm $30.00

.WHO Solutions for Better Living and Valerie Jackson

.WHAT Premiere of SBL documentary The Power of One

.WHEN Friday June 11, 6:30pm-10pm

.WHERE Caroline Collective, 4820 Caroline St., Houston, TX 77004

Solutions for Better Living (SBL) is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to galvanize individuals to take strategic action toware the improvment of the health, well being, and qualityof life of those living in communities in and around the city of HOUSTON.

PLEASE COME AND JOIN US….

Solutions for Better Living – Houston Presents the premiere of………
THE POWER OF ONE:  A DOCUMENTARY
FEATURING:  KATHRYN GRIFFIN TOWNSEND,
WE’VE BEEN THERE, DONE THAT

The Power of One, is a short documentary, which tells the poignant and moving stories of several SBL program participants, whose life experiences led them to work in their community to make a difference.

ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE. THE PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HOUSTON COMMUNITY PROJECTS.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE.

From SBL:

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE

The Power of One, A Documentary, Featuring Kathryn Griffin Townsend (“We’ve Been There, Done That”) - Ordinary People, Extraordinary Lives

Accepting in-kind donations of any amount. All donations are tax-deductible. All proceeds benefit Solutions for Better Living – Houston Community Projects.

If you would like to join us in our ongoing efforts to improve the health and well-being of communities in Houston, please make a donation by a check or money order to: Solutions for Better Living, 4820 Caroline Street, Houston, TX 77004. If you would like to contribute using a credit card, please visit our website: www.sblhouston.com and click the PayPal Donate button.

Friday, June 11, 2010, 6:30 – 10:00pm – Casual Attire at Caroline Collective (4820 Caroline Street; 77004).

Please join us for a premiere of a documentary, which tells the stories of poignant, yet triumphant community heroes in Houston

Cocktails, delicious hors d’oeuvres and of course, hot buttery popcorn will be served!!!

.WHO Caroline Collective Co-Founder Matthew Wettergreen

.WHERE Caroline Collective 4820 Caroline St., Houston, TX 77004

.WHEN Saturday May 15 from 7pm to 10pm

Come join us at 4820 Caroline St. on Saturday May 15 from 7pm-10pm for the launch of an exciting new website called Do713.com! Caroline Collective co-founder Matthew Wettergreen, along with Brad Wright and Philip Beck, have just launched a website (do713.com) that aims to be the centralized, consolidated webspace containing information about upcoming Houston events, ranging from art events to concerts to literary events, and everything in between. The party will have DJs spinning throughout the night and complimentary refreshments will be provided by Shiner Beer and Deep Eddy Vodka. The launch party is sure to be a great way to kick off the summer at Caroline Collective with visualizations by Culture Pilot, computers by Recompute and an after party by AList Magazine.

RSVP for the party here.

WHEN. Thursday May 27, 8:30am-2:30pm

WHERE. Caroline Collective, 4820 Caroline St., Houston, TX 77004

LINK. http://www.iabchouston.com/en/cev/399

We all know the value of social media; the case has been made. And most of us know “a little” about the tools and techniques. But if you still have gaps in your own personal expertise, this event’s for you. Join us for a low-budget way to gain a lot of useful, hands-on info in a fun and action-packed half-day session. Bring your laptops, and the project(s) you’re having the most trouble with. WiFi WILL be available.

Note May 21-midnight deadline for this event. Attendees must preregister as seating is limited.Scholarship assistance available to IABC members presently out of work. Contact Elaine W. Krause to request assistance.

Order a box lunch online when you register, see instructions below. Coffee, water and soft drinks will be provided.


WHERE. 4820 Caroline St., Houston, TX 77004

WHEN. May 21 – 23 10am-6pm

WHO. Nathan Eror

WHAT: Caroline Collective will be hosting the upcoming Texas Association of Lawyers and Accountants Estate Planning Workshop.

WHO: TALA members and members of the Caroline Collective community.

WHERE: Main coworking space in north building at Caroline Collective.

WHEN: April 27, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Texas Accountants and Lawyers for the Arts (TALA) was formed in 1979 to meet the legal and accounting needs of artists and nonprofit organizations. TALA volunteers throughout Texas handle more than 350 matters per year. This amounts to more than six hundred thousand dollars annually in donated services to the arts and cultural community.

TALA provides free legal and accounting services to arts nonprofits and artists from all creative disciplines, including visual artists, musicians, actors, dancers, film makers and writers. Over 600 attorneys and accountants donate their time to artists and nonprofit organizations who are unable to afford professional services. Without TALA, their problems would remain unresolved and their interests unrepresented.