I’ll be doing some workshops for barter in TRADE SCHOOL. I am torn between offering intro to powertools and making lamps out of broken things. This in from Caroline Woolard:
INFO:
Trade SchoolBy Day: A Shop
Drop in to barter with artists, designers, and craftspeople on a range
of products and services. Peruse the trading board for things you
want, and leave a contact card for things you have to offer. Skilled
staff will help you make connections.By Night: A School
Take a class with a range of specialized teachers in exchange for
basic items and services. Secure a spot in a Trade School class by
meeting one of the teacher’s barter needs. For example, grant writer
Caroline Woolard is looking for local produce from the
farmers market. Agree to bring her a dozen crisp apples, and you’re
in!By Jove: A Great Idea
Trade School was conceived by OurGoods.org to encourage artists and
designers to trade with one another. Grand Opening brings this concept
to everyone with its convenient storefront location, media attention,
and easy to use interactive website. Together they do away with the
dollar and get the things people need to the people that want them
without the restrictions of currency. Let the exchange begin!Find out more at GoPublicProjects.com or OurGoods.org and visit Trade
School at 139 Norfolk in the Lower East Side from January 25 to February 28, 2010.DAILY
11-3: Co-working for TradeSchool teachers
3-6: Barter Agents Available
6-9: TradeSchool–
Caroline Woolard
www.ourgoods.org
BE THE CHANGE