December 2013 Newsletter
The holiday season is upon us, don't hesitate to stop in and spread some cheer. Sign up to receive our newsletter here.
Historic Brookville's Victorian Christmas
Dec 6-8
One of Brookville's largest events is back and better than ever. You can find more info on their facebook page.
But at CREATE, we are hosting a few activities throughout the weekend.
1st, Friday night's living window display will be local watercolor artist, Wilma Gilstrap. We will be celebrating her exhibit opening as CREATE's artist of the month for December. 6pm-9pm
2nd, we will be hosting our 3rd annual Wreath Embellishment Workshop for those that have purchased a Brookville Area United Fund Wreath in advance. This activity takes place on Saturday, 10am-1pm
3rd, CREATE is honored to host this year's Tea Party for ages 6-8. Tickets are available at Means-Lauf for $12 and the party takes place on Sunday afternoon.
But at CREATE, we are hosting a few activities throughout the weekend.
1st, Friday night's living window display will be local watercolor artist, Wilma Gilstrap. We will be celebrating her exhibit opening as CREATE's artist of the month for December. 6pm-9pm
2nd, we will be hosting our 3rd annual Wreath Embellishment Workshop for those that have purchased a Brookville Area United Fund Wreath in advance. This activity takes place on Saturday, 10am-1pm
3rd, CREATE is honored to host this year's Tea Party for ages 6-8. Tickets are available at Means-Lauf for $12 and the party takes place on Sunday afternoon.
The Shop Local Pledge
Earn 10% off all of your beverage purchases at the CREATE Cafe till Christmas Eve by signing our Shop Local Pledge. In doing so, you are pledging to be mindful of every purchase you make during this holiday season (even better yet, all year) and buy local when possible.
Earn 10% off all of your beverage purchases at the CREATE Cafe till Christmas Eve by signing our Shop Local Pledge. In doing so, you are pledging to be mindful of every purchase you make during this holiday season (even better yet, all year) and buy local when possible.
The CREATE Cafe
After a year of offering the best coffee on Main St, Jodie was given an opportunity she couldn't refuse and has decided it's time to move on. Therefore, CREATE is purchasing the equipment to run the coffee bar as their own. In doing so, the decision was made to hire Chrissie and Bill to manage the cafe and gallery. They will open the doors Monday thru Friday, 7am-1pm, and will not only serve delicious coffee, but offer themselves as community organizers.
You will also notice a change in the food being offered. To keep in stride with our community pledge of offering local goods, our light menu will consist of a "best of" from the Brookville area. For instance, how about a cup of soup from the Country Club Kitchen, a muffin from Farmer's Inn, or a scone from our favorite girls at Coffee Cakes? The menu will change regularly so you never know what you'll find. Feel free to follow the cafe on facebook for daily updates. Oh, and we will continue to offer the same delicious coffee and specialty drinks that you're used to!
As far as the evenings go, we're looking to keep the cafe open with the help of volunteers. We've already had a surprising amount of community members step up and offer their time. Some will have the doors open for all to enjoy a good cup of coffee and use the free wi-fi, and others will be looking to form a new group or activity to encourage creativity in Brookville. Interested in volunteering? Let us know by completing this form. Wondering what's going on any particular evening? Check out the calendar.
You will also notice a change in the food being offered. To keep in stride with our community pledge of offering local goods, our light menu will consist of a "best of" from the Brookville area. For instance, how about a cup of soup from the Country Club Kitchen, a muffin from Farmer's Inn, or a scone from our favorite girls at Coffee Cakes? The menu will change regularly so you never know what you'll find. Feel free to follow the cafe on facebook for daily updates. Oh, and we will continue to offer the same delicious coffee and specialty drinks that you're used to!
As far as the evenings go, we're looking to keep the cafe open with the help of volunteers. We've already had a surprising amount of community members step up and offer their time. Some will have the doors open for all to enjoy a good cup of coffee and use the free wi-fi, and others will be looking to form a new group or activity to encourage creativity in Brookville. Interested in volunteering? Let us know by completing this form. Wondering what's going on any particular evening? Check out the calendar.
A few changes in the schedule due to the Holidays
The hustle and bustle of the holidays will have a few activities on pause. In January, everything will go back to normal.
- Lifestyle of Savings will return on Monday, Jan. 6
- CREATE Community Meeting has been moved up a week to Tuesday, Dec. 17
Teen Board Gaming
Sunday, Dec. 15
2pm-4pm
All teens are invited for a Sunday afternoon gaming excursion. Put down your iPad, iPod or iPhone and come play some REAL GAMES! Bring your favorite board game to share. Or try out a new game thanks to C.S.A. & Co providing some games for us to sample. Bring your friends and a willingness to game.
CREATE's Certified Kitchen Project
Our kitchen project is under way. Once complete, we will have the opportunity to offer a certified, fully operational kitchen for use in cooking classes, canning, home-brewing, wine-making, etc... along with an opportunity for up-coming chefs to practice their skills. Interested in helping us make this happen? Please consider doing so by donating an Ace or Lowe's gift card or by donating funds to CREATE using this link. Thanks.
Events/Activities to watch for in January:
- The addition of Teen Board Gaming
- After school tutoring and mentoring programs
- Meal Prep with MOPS, Jan 16
Upcoming Music:
Drum Circle
Thursday, Dec. 5, 7pm-8pm
Fiddler's Jam
Thursday, Dec. 19, 6:30pm-8pm
Open Mic Night
Thursday, Dec. 26, 6:30pm-8pm
What else is happening this month?
We guarantee there is something of interest coming up soon for everyone!
Click the calendar for all CREATE Activities.
Monthly Activities:
Lifestyle of Savings
Monday, Nov 2, 7pm-8:30pm, will return to regular weekly schedule in January
Book Club
1st Tuesday of each month
7pm-8pm
Drum Circle
1st Thursday of each month, 7pm-8pm
Pre-K Art with Mandi, sponsored by Amazing Kids
First Friday of each month, 10am-11am
Stitch 'N Bitch
Second Monday of each month, 6:30pm-8pm
Pre-K Sing-A-Long with Jody, sponsored by Amazing Kids
Second Friday of each month, 10am-11am
Story Time Science
Second Saturday of each month, 9:30am-11am
Scrabble Night
Third Tuesday of each month, 6pm-9pm
Pre-K Crafts with Amazing Kids
Third Friday of each month, 10am-11am
Fiddler's Jam
Third Thursday of each month, 6:30pm-8pm
Create Community Meeting
Moved up a week to Tuesday, Dec 17, 7pm-8pm and will resume to 4th Tuesday of the month in January
Open Mic
Cancelled in November, will resume the last Thursday in December
Pre-K Sensory Play with Caitie, sponsored by Amazing Kids
Fourth Friday of each month, 10am-11am
Check out previous newsletters: November 2013 October 2013 September2013 August 2013 July 2013 June 2013 May 2013
