Maybe you've seen 826Michigan's storefront headquarters and writing center? It's on Liberty in downtown in Ann Arbor.
Can't picture it? Okay, how about a hint: There are lots of robots. In fact, it's called the Liberty Street Robot Repair Store.
What does that have to do with inspiriing kids to write and offering after-school tutoring?
Everything.
826Michigan is not only a thriving nonprofit that reaches into classrooms in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti and, now, Detroit, it's an organization that understands the power that comes from establishing a unique "sense of place" and how to mobilize enthusiastic volunteers.
Concentrate's Speaker series has invited the organization's executive director Amanda Uhle to talk about how 826Michigan attracts and mobilizes its volunteers, the challenges and opportunities it faces, and why having a robot repair store in downtown Ann Arbor is an intrinsic part of its success.
Sign up below for this fun and informative event!
WHEN : Thursday, February 28, 5:30 - 7:30pm
WHERE: The Bar at Braun Court (327 Braun Ct, Ann Arbor - across from Kerrytown)
WHO: The event is free and open to Concentrate's readers, but seating is limited so RSVP below.
Doors open at 5:15pm. Beverages will be provided and the speaker program will begin around 5:30pm. The presentation will last approximately 45 minutes. Conversation and networking is welcome afterward..
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