Earth Turners Convergence: Art, activism, worms, dance parties and more awesome

Spokane’s very own Youth Sustainability Council started rocking a series of Spring Break workshops yesterday called “Earth Turners Convergence” that will continue through Friday. This is a diverse series of events and topics ranging from working on your resume to learning how to compost. And a chance to go to a dance party. As the Council says “Because, really, who doesn’t like a dance party?”

DTE won’t argue.

There’s so much happening at this event it boggles the mind courtesy of Spokane’s best and brightest. Check the Spovangelist post - the blog now features talented new authors - and the YSC blog . You can RSVP on Facebook . Schedules below for remaining events.

Thursday 4/1: 11 AM- Fair Trade- what is it? Why is it GREAT? Check out local fair trade store Kizuri to see it in practice!

12 PM- Build your Resume- Ben Cabildo, local business incubator extraordinare, will show you how to make your life and work experience look awesome to employers

2 PM- Re Fashion— Local designer Lexi Carr will guide you in creating a new look out of old, unwanted clothes. Bring an idea or just a couple old t-shirts and make the magic happen!

3:45 PM— What it takes to be an entrepreneur—Again the amazing Ben Cabildo will talk to us about what it takes to start your own business: creativity and elbow grease!

5 PM- Activism and Art with Gabriel Brown—Our favorite local garbologist will speak about the role of art in activism and help spark ideas for the Transcendence Project and future work.

After that: Come and paint the walls, plant a garden, and turn trash into beautiful art in an abandoned downtown building!

Friday 4/2: **All workshops take place at New Madison Apts. in the Transcendence Project space**

11 AM: Rights-based organizing with Brad and Kai of Envision Spokane—Why do corporations have the same rights as people? How can you effectively control what happens in your neighborhood? And MORE…this is not one to miss!

2 PM: Writer’s Workshop—Communicating your thoughts well in poetry or prose is key to getting anything done in a community. Learn how to let your creativity do the talking.

3:30 PM: Wrap Session and Open Discussion: Talk about what you’ve learned, what you’d still like to learn, and plot a Spokane take over! Just kidding, sort of.

5:30 PM: Worm composting with Mariah McKay: Worms CAN eat your garbage! And turn out a valuable product! Learn how to build a bin and get your garbage compostin’!

7 PM: Join the YSC and friends at a PICNIC POTLUCK in our Transcendence space. Meet new friends and enjoy the art.

10 PM— DANCE PARTY! Because, really, who doesn’t like a dance party?

For more information and registration, check out our blog or get in touch with us: spokaneysc@gmail.com/509-209-2603 .