Upcoming events

#SpeakYourVote LA ABBOT KINNEY

Join us October 17-20 for #SpeakYourVote Abbot Kinney Takeover, a four-day event igniting creativity, activism, and connection. This exclusive pop-up SpeakEasy brings together artists, creators, and young leaders, all united to inspire voter turnout in 2024.

Immerse yourself in live art installations by Sheila Darcey, spoken word performances by Karen Gibson, and intimate music sets, including unreleased songs by Asdru. Connect over drinks, food, and music, while taking part in interactive activities like T-shirt design, letter writing, and voting resources at our Creator’s Podium. 

This is your chance to make your voice heard, engage with change-makers, and be part of something bigger. Let’s speak our vote and create history together.

EVENT SCHEDULE

Thursday, October 17, 1-9 pm

  • 1pm: Space Opens

  • 1 pm - 5 pm: T-shirt table, letter writing, voting documentaries

  • 5 pm - 9 pm: SpeakYourVote SpeakEasy (DJ, bartender, food/catering, TurboVote status required)

Friday, October 18, 1-9 pm

  • 1pm: Space Opens

  • 1 pm - 5 pm: T-shirt table, letter writing, voting documentaries

  • 5 pm - 9 pm: SpeakYourVote SpeakEasy (DJ, bartender, food/catering, TurboVote status required)

Saturday, October 19, 1-8 pm

  • 1 pm: Space opens

  • 2 pm - 7 pm: Bar open (DJ, bartender, food/catering)

  • 2 pm - 5 pm: Podium Creator (QR code access)

  • 5pm - Franky Carrillo, wrongfully convicted candidate for CA State Assembly

  • 2 pm - 6 pm: Sheila Darcy live drawing

  • 3:30 pm - 4 pm: Karen Gibson, Spoken Word

Sunday, October 20, noon-7 pm

  • Noon: Space opens

  • 1 pm - 6 pm: Bar open (DJ, bartender, food/catering)

  • 1 pm - 2 pm: Asdru acoustic set (2 unreleased songs)

  • 1 pm - 5 pm: Sheila Darcey live drawing

  • 1 pm - 5 pm: Abe Lincoln with podium (QR code access)

  • 4 pm: Robert Vargas live art with special guest

#SpeakYourVote at the NYC Bowery Poetry Club

A Private Event for NYC Influencers, Creators, and Friends 

October 8, 6-9 pm

Dinner and Drinks: 6:00 - 7:00

Performances: 7:00 - 8:30

Join us for an inspiring evening on October 8th at the iconic Bowery Poetry Club in Manhattan as we launch #SpeakYourVote, a movement dedicated to generating the largest youth voter turnout in NYC in 2024. 

This exclusive event will bring together influencers, creators, poets, local candidates, and youth cause leaders for an unforgettable night filled with connection and creativity. 

Here’s what we have in store:

✨ Future of the City
Engage in facilitated conversations with emerging NYC leaders about their visions for the city's future. 

🎤 Young Spoken Word Champions
Experience powerful performances from some of NYC's most talented young poets as they speak their vote. Their words will inspire you to take action and amplify your own stories.

🤝 Opportunity to Connect IRL
Take advantage of quality time to network and build relationships with like-minded creators and influencers who share a passion for civic engagement and artistic expression.

Event is by private invitation only.

About #SpeakYourVote

#SpeakYourVote is an initiative spearheaded by Civic Wisdom Foundation, a fiscally-sponsored project of Mission Edge. Our purpose is to create transformative civic experiences that inspire young people to become powerful change agents in their communities.