Schedule
Friday, June 7, 2024
8:30 am - 9:00 am
Registration, Breakfast, & Networking
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Keynote Address
Buffalo's Poet Laureate, Aitina Fareed-Cooke is an inspiration and a testament to the transformative power of community support. Her work spans across various creative domains, including music, photography, videography, and poetry. Alongside, this dynamic creator, explore avenue for curating meaningful experiences that resonate with diverse audiences.
10:30 am - 10:45 am
Break
Take a breather and recharge during our mid-morning break!
10:45 am - 11:45 am
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
Select from: Community Engagement Conversation or Developing Your Voice on Social Media.
11:45 am - 1:15 pm
Lunch & Print Making Workshop with Roycroft
Refuel and reconnect during our lunch break. Lunch will be provided - dietary preferences and restrictions, will be taken into account.
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During lunch, we invite rotating small groups of attendees to join the Roycroft Campus staff in a hands-on printing press workshop.
1:15 pm - 2:15
Panel Discussion
Advocating Through the Arts with Chantal Calato, Nicole Chochrek, and Kyla Kegler.
2:15 pm - 2:30 pm
Break
Gather your energy before the upcoming session.
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
Select from: Collective Responsibility & Improv for Brainstorming
3:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Break
Take a brief pause as you approach the final session.
5:00 pm
Closing & Happy Hour
Unwind, raise your glass, and toast to a successful conference. Whether you prefer a mocktail or a classic cocktail, this one is one us!