
DRAFT: Artistry in Conversation
A late-night conversation on creative obsessions and artistic process with authors Tessa Fontaine, Thomas Calder, and NYT bestselling Jami Attenberg, plus comic Petey Smith McDowell and DJ Lil Meow Meow for an eclectic salon vibe.
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Immersive, bass-driven electronic DJ set blending introspective downtempo with forward-thinking experimental bass. Pulsing projection visuals by The Void amplify the late-night, underground club atmosphere.

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Interactive workshop on creative resistance and the inner blocks that stall momentum, with guided reflection and practical journaling prompts. Expect a calm small-group circle focused on self-inquiry, clarity, and rebuilding creative flow.

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A cozy read aloud in a cat lounge where families listen to a cat themed children’s book while resident “panthers” lounge nearby. Calm, kid friendly story time designed for ages 7 and under.

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An intimate songwriter in the round with stripped down acoustic performances and truth telling lyrics to welcome summer. Expect a quiet listening room vibe built around close up harmonies, originals, and shared stories late into the night.

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Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.

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Playful, bubble themed hangout with moo tastic, tongue in cheek vibes and photo ready moments in a cozy tea room setting. Late evening social time geared toward relaxed mingling and lighthearted fun.
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A film screening followed by a Q&A and facilitated community conversation about death and dying, presence at the end of life, grief, love, and mutual support. Expect an intimate, reflective discussion space centered on community-supported dying.
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Late-night laughs from some of the South’s silliest comics, mixing sharp dark humor with rowdy crowd energy. Sip hauntingly delicious Appalachian cocktails in an intimate bar setting.

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Late night spoken-word and poetry readings in an intimate low-lit barroom atmosphere; writers and first-timers perform raw, candid pieces backed by attentive, supportive audiences. Open to all experience levels.

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A 25-minute documentary explores Jenn Green’s healing journey through the Tiny Kitchen Dances project after surviving domestic abuse. Stay for a seven-person panel spanning arts, legal support, and mental health for a community conversation and resources.

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A late-night sing along session where the mic stays open after comedy wraps, from power ballads to guilty-pleasure pop. Expect a casual bar lounge vibe with crowd cheering and spontaneous duets.

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An intimate author reading and book signing celebrating Alli Marshall’s new novelette, The Persephone Project, paired with Persephone-inspired music, sweet treats, and a few playful surprises in a cozy story-forward space.

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An in-person 1000 Words write in led by NYT bestselling author Jami Attenberg, combining focused drafting time with group motivation. Writers gather at Flatiron Writers Room for accountability, craft inspiration, and community connection.
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Mesmerizing late-night sound healing paired with immersive light elements inspired by blue ghost and synchronizing fireflies. Set in a quiet retreat space for deep relaxation, nervous-system reset, and meditative calm.
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