With the crazy news of 3rd Ward shutting down, we figured that there's about a million of you 3rd Ward teachers out there who might be interested in picking up some new gigs. But hey, the Brainery can't do that many more classes, and we sure don't have a metal shop, so why not do something that helps everyone? Introducing the 3rd Ward Instructor Matchmaking Service!
Here's the plan:
1! Get as many former 3rd Ward instructors as possible...
Usually, our classes fall more on the crafty, low-tech side of things, but we have some ways to get your hands dirty with circuits and resistors that we wanted to let you know about.
Friday, October 18, RSVP
Do you customize everything you own? Have you ever wanted to create your own circuits or stamps or molds? Have you heard people talking about desktop manufacturing and...
Every so often we spotlight some must-reads from our awesome teachers. Up this time: things that are a little creepy and crawly, just in time for Halloween.
by Doug Keister
Why you should read it: Stories in Stone New York is sort of like an AIA Guide to NYC for cemeteries. It's a cohesive almanac of cemeteries in the city with compact, but well-researched, descriptions for each.
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Our pals at S.A.S.S. are giving you what you want in October: tales of haunted history. Join them at Cameo Gallery on October 14 for a night of three short (+ scary) lectures with a healthy dose of booze.
Like what, you ask?
CULTURES OF DEATH
Joanna Ebenstein talks about how death-themed arts, crafts and amusements have been used as medication for our own feelings on the topic.
THE HISTORY OF GHOST STORIES
Todd Cobb tells us why...
Check the links for more details and to sign up!
The Brooklyn Waterfront: Past + Present - Wednesday, October 9
Special Event: Meet the Othermill - Friday, October 18
A Brief History of Country Music - Tuesday, October 22
Great New York City Buildings Few Guide Books Will Ever Mention - Wednesday, October 23
TRASH: New York City's Battle with Garbage - Monday, October 28
