A THIRD PLACE COMMUNITY ARTS CLUB

### Context Profile for A Third Place Community Arts Club

1. **Organization Mission & Cause:**
   - **Mission:** A Third Place Community Arts Club is dedicated to fostering community engagement through arts and culture. Their mission emphasizes solidarity, particularly in the context of supporting marginalized communities affected by colonial violence, such as those in Palestine and Sudan. They aim to create a space where artists, activists, and community members can come together to share, learn, and grow.
   - **Cause:** The organization focuses on food sovereignty, environmental justice, and cultural expression, particularly through film and community events that highlight social issues.

2. **Type of Activities:**
   - **Events:** They organize film screenings, such as the "Foragers (2022) - Seeds of Solidarity Fundraiser Film Screening," which serves both as a cultural event and a fundraiser.
   - **Fundraising Campaigns:** Their campaigns often support initiatives that promote food sovereignty and provide aid to communities in crisis, such as the Seeds of Solidarity funding drive.
   - **Community Programs:** They engage with local farmers, herbalists, and artists to create a network of support and solidarity.

3. **Tone of Voice:**
   - The tone is **friendly, inclusive, and inspiring**, with a focus on community and solidarity. The language is accessible and often incorporates a sense of urgency regarding social justice issues. It encourages participation and emphasizes the importance of collective action.

4. **Emoji Usage:**
   - The organization frequently uses emojis in their communications to convey warmth and friendliness. Common emojis include:
     - 🕡 (clock) for event timing
     - 🎟️ (ticket) for entry details
     - 🌱 (seedling) to symbolize growth and solidarity
     - 💚 (green heart) to express care and community support
     - 😷 (mask) to indicate health precautions
   - Emojis are used strategically to enhance engagement and make the content more relatable.

5. **Key Facts:**
   - **Founding Info:** Specific founding details were not available from the provided content.
   - **Scale:** The organization has conducted multiple campaigns and events, indicating an active community presence.
   - **Impact Metrics:** They focus on supporting marginalized communities and promoting food sovereignty, although specific metrics were not mentioned.
   - **Volunteer Info:** The organization encourages community involvement and volunteerism, particularly in events and fundraising efforts.

6. **Writing Guidelines:**
   - **Style:** Use a conversational and inclusive style that invites participation. Avoid overly formal language; instead, opt for friendly and approachable wording.
   - **Structure:** Keep sentences concise and direct. Use bullet points or lists for clarity when detailing events or programs.
   - **Engagement:** Include calls to action that encourage readers to participate in events or support fundraising efforts.
   - **Emojis:** Incorporate emojis to enhance relatability and engagement, but use them sparingly to maintain professionalism.
   - **Accessibility:** Ensure that all communications are accessible, providing clear information about events, including health and safety measures.

This context profile provides a comprehensive overview of A Third Place Community Arts Club, enabling AI assistants to generate personalized and relevant content that aligns with the organization's mission and values.

RSVP isn't required for, and doesn't guarantee entry to this event, but it is appreciated as it helps us gauge attendance!

RSVP (Optional)

Want to support us with some funds? A Third Place is a not-for-profit organization managed by Kyla & Bo. This event is funded in part by the City of Victoria DWTN IDEAS Fund. This money is going towards event venue, artist, safety, and rental costs; it is otherwise completely volunteer run. We're not paying ourselves for our work, so if you'd like you can buy as many $1 donation "tickets" as you want and we'll put it towards covering additional costs!

Donation (Optional)

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; color: rgb(42, 42, 196); padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for RSVP&#39;ing! If you would like to support us further, invite your friends, or reach out to <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:kyla.schnellert@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">kyla.schnellert@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;volunteer with us! We need hands for 8:30pm - 11pm doors and tear down :) Hope to see you there!

Hi, friends! We're looking forward to coming together again for our third annual spring social, this time with access info!!  Join us April 25th from 6pm to ~11pm, at The Fort Common for an evening of good food and drink (available after 7pm), music, art, games, and company! Make some new pals! Catch up with old pals!! We can’t wait to see ya there 💫🌸🎶  KN95 (or better) Masks are strongly encouraged!  A Third Place has always been about community, and we recognize that wearing a well-fitted mask is an act of community care; it signals that the safety of people who can’t afford to get sick matters to us! Dress for the weather, and bring whatever you need to be comfortable!  FREE entry, LIMITED capacity. 19+ ↓↓ (full event details &amp; access info) ↓↓ <hr /> Expect: What: A Third Place Open Air SessionWhen: April 25th, 6pm to ~11pmWhere: The Fort Common (1017 Blanshard St.) Expect: Courtyard gathering with music, food, art, drinks, games, and pals!  Tunes by:  - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ciel_dj" target="_blank">Ciel</a>  - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bri_jemm/" target="_blank">bri jemm</a> b2b <a href="https://www.instagram.com/scree_running/" target="_blank">scree running</a>- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bo__meets__world/" target="_blank">bo meets world</a> (primarily house music — garden party, bubbly summer psychedelia, balearic, soulful) Visuals by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cdammr/" target="_blank">Chris Dammeyer</a> Food by: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/4rootscollective/" target="_blank">4roots collective</a> Drinks by:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/softer.drink/" target="_blank">softer drinks</a> + <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greenmuseherbs/" target="_blank">green muse herbs</a> &amp; <a href="http://instagram.com/whistlebuoybrewing" target="_blank">whistle buoy brewing</a> With thanks to:- <a href="https://www.victoria.ca/community-culture/arts-culture/our-dwtn#:~:text=Experience%20the%20Magic%20of%20Downtown,and%20welcoming%20downtown%20for%20everyone." target="_blank">City of Victoria DWTN IDEAS fund</a>- Dreaming Safe &amp; Connected Futures, Accessibility Affinity Group (via <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oaklandsca/" target="_blank">Oaklands Community Association</a>)- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/masks4victoria/" target="_blank">Masks4Victoria</a>- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/goodnightoutinvictoria/" target="_blank">Good Night Out Victoria</a>- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHNH9l0RD5l/?img_index=1" target="_blank">Criptoria's Access Info Zine </a> ☁️ Poster design by <a href="http://instagram.com/brontetolentino" target="_blank">bronté tolentino</a>  <hr /> Access Info: Expect: <ul><li>Limited capacity social gathering in outdoor courtyard (come with friends or come alone and make some friends!) </li><li>KN95 or better masks strongly encouraged; staff, artists, and volunteers have been advised to follow this as well.</li><li>Food &amp; drink available for purchase after 7pm (to be consumed in dedicated area with air purifiers running).</li></ul>Air Transparency: <ul><li>KN95 masks (or better) strongly recommended.<ul><li>Bring your own! Some available on site.</li></ul></li><li>Low capacity event</li><li>Food served after 7pm in designated eating area.</li><li>Venue is an outdoor courtyard with brick walls on four sides and two entrances/ exists </li><li>Four air purifiers will be running in ~3000sqft space (thank you, Masks4Victoria!)</li><li>Please stay home if you're symptomatic. Perform a self-assessment prior to the event — are you coughing, sniffling, sneezing, or abnormally fatigued?</li></ul>Bus Routes:<ul><li>Located just 1 block from the major hub of Yates &amp; Douglas, where most major routes run</li><li>On Fort Street the closet stop is on the 800-Block of Fort St and services routes 11, 6, 3, among others.</li><li>The Transit App will show you all nearby routes.</li></ul> Parking:<ul><li>Parking is available at the Broughton St/Library City Lot as well as the View St City Lot.</li><li>Robbins lots at 837 Broughton at the corner of Broughton and Quadra.</li><li>Paid street parking is also available nearby</li></ul>Light<ul><li>Natural light</li><li>String lighting after dark</li></ul> Seating &amp; Tables:<ul><li> Limited tables and chairs available - <a href="https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/taernoe-bistro-set-outdoor-black-light-brown-stained-s69898415/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=surfaces&amp;utm_campaign=shopping_feed&amp;utm_content=free_google_shopping_clicks_Outdoor&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwna6_BhCbARIsALId2Z3muAJ01AG0j1LGACXJ2y0oTPNSuMHKPi3J3LRmm1R2Cf30vG12afYaAtIWEALw_wcB" target="_blank">TARNO Bistro Set from Ikea</a></li><li>Chair (width 15", depth 15¾", height 31", seat width 15", seat depth 11", seat height 17¾")</li><li>If supine attendance is preferred, please email kyla.schnellert@gmail.com for support!</li></ul> Assistive aid access: <ul><li>Venue has no stairs</li><li>Service animals welcome</li></ul>Washrooms:<ul><li>Two gender neutral washrooms available on site (one wheelchair accessible)</li></ul>Stimulation <ul><li>DJ Music</li><li>Projected art</li></ul>Childcare<ul><li>Not available on site</li><li>19+</li></ul>Livestream of performances: <ul><li>Not available this time :( (Unless someone can help us set this up!!)</li></ul> <hr /> Party Safe:<ul><li>Get your substances tested in advance.</li><li>Know your limits, pace yourself.</li><li>Bring ear protection. </li></ul><hr /> Want to support us?  A Third Place is a not-for-profit organization managed by Kyla Beck &amp; Bo Macy. This event is funded in part by the City of Victoria DWTN IDEAS Fund, which is going towards the costs of the event venue, artist, safety, staff, and rentals. This event is otherwise completely volunteer run — if you'd like to support us in covering our costs you can make a donation via this page! <hr /> Questions? Comments? Requests? Email <a href="mailto:kyla.schnellert@gmail.com" target="_blank">kyla.schnellert@gmail.com</a>

A THIRD PLACE COMMUNITY ARTS CLUB

A Third Place – Open Air Session (See "More Details" for Access Info)

The Fort Common - 1017 Blanshard St

RSVP (Optional)

Free

Donation (Optional)

$1