PROJECT OF THE DAY
These CCA design students are building a unique solution to occupy and activate vacant retail space: a shifting display of modular architecture that can be used by the public for performances, gallery space, meetings, bike repairs, relaxing — or pretty much anything.
FOOD
The Mobile Food Collective's fleet of modified bikes transforms any place into a community dining experience. By bringing the table to you, they hope to educate + ignite conversations about culture, food, and the importance of community. Add your food story or recipe to their archives for just $5.
PERFORMANCE
An innovative take on a classic fairy tale, Sparrowtree Theatre's production of "Hansel & Gretel" will be a dark, twisted, and fully immersive experience. Expect massive projection screens surrounding the audience — spooky fun!
MUSIC
All-girl band Frankie Rose and the Outs have recorded a sweet, limited-edition EP on cassette (you heard me right) to help fund their tour. Other one-of-a-kind rewards include handmade t-shirts, a haircut (!), and a chance to play scrabble with the band.
EVENTS
This August, thousands of kites will dot the sky over the New York skyline at the annual FlyNY kite festival. A panel of judges will scout out the best designs while volunteers distribute free kite kits. It'll be a kite-flying extravaganza!
CRAFTS
Schuyler Towne is one of the fastest competitive lockpickers in the world! He's looking to improve the sport by designing custom tools. Think you have what it takes? Check out his fascinating video and get your own starter kit as rewards.
FILM
Did you know people design and construct rubber-band-powered model airplanes? And fly them indoors? Well, they do, and they compete, too! Ben Saks is making a documentary all about this nifty hobby in hopes of bringing it some much-needed attention.
THEATER
Operating Theater's play "Transatlantica" revolves around a psychoanalyst who encounters a series of enigmatic, quirky patients, all of whom are dying. It's set in a fantastical world where gardens are planted with cake and lovers grow into trees. Get a sneak preview, an opening night and afterparty ticket, posters, t-shirts, and more.
FOOD
Dawn Lee and Laura Kennedy want to bring high-quality, unique, artisan donuts to Minneapolis, MN. Drool! They'll use the best local, natural ingredients from small farmers and suppliers and give you donuts, swag, and coffee for life for your support.
FILM
HENRI 2.0 is a science fiction short film chronicling a robot's gradual experience of self-awareness. Featuring actress Margot Kidder and meticulously crafted miniature sets, the futuristic world of HENRI comes to life in stunning detail.
FILM
Set in director Phil Holbrook's hometown of Brainerd, MN, Tilt is a feature-length thriller about strained family relationships, small-town antics, and second chances. Check out their clever "campfire style" video and creative rewards like honorary citizenship in the film's virtual town.
FASHION
Marianna Barksdale and Abigail Stewart make textiles from scratch and work with local artists to produce their high-end fashion line, Evigheden. Support their next collection and get prints, lookbooks, and myriad fashion items as rewards.
MUSIC
Dayna Kurtz has done an amazing job raising funds for her latest album. She put a lot of care and finesse into the recording, which already received lovely reviews in Europe. Now she'll release state-side, offering downloads, CDs, vinyls, performances, and more.
FILM
Famed folk artist Chris Roberts-Antieau is the subject of Angela Kline's boisterous documentary, "A Love Letter to Tom Waits." Waits himself is a fan of the film and Chris' work — his song "I Don't Want to Grow Up" provides the awesome trailer's soundtrack.
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