President / CEO

R. Harrison

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Ellen Nelson

CEO & co-founder

Ellen Nelson is CEO and co-founder of Stone, a leading news and media company for young people. From global affairs and politics to technology and science to sports and music, Stone offers insightful stories and compelling perspectives on the issues that define a generation.

About The Event

Clear your calendar - It's going down! Quote Blocks kicks off on April 26th, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. Join us for a day of fun and excitement. Come one, come all, bring a guest, and hang loose. This is going to be epic!

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big table memphis: a pilgrimage for change makers

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"Explore and experience some of the finest examples of intentional, collaborative, and community-led placemaking in North America. You can’t help but be inspired by the collective impact these organizations continue to achieve."

Ashley Proctor, Creative Blueprint, Event Producer

venue: crosstown concourse

four days to spark your imagination.

Four days of exploration in one of the most creative and diverse cities in the world. Taste the cuisine, dance to the music and hear the stories of places that have been transformed by true love and true grit.

AGENDA
Highlights

Enjoy scheduled activities, plus plenty of unstructured time for conversation, reflection and fun!

DAY 1:
Arrival & Happy Hour

• Taste of Memphis Buffet & Mocktails
• Cooper-Young Entertainment District

DAY 2: Morning
Exploration & Reflection

• Yoga on the Deck or Labyrinth Walk
• Full Breakfast & Coffee Bar

• Guided Bus Tour of Historic Neighborhood

DAY 2: Afternoon
Venue - Crosstown Concourse

• Storyteller: Todd Richardson, Co-Founder | Crosstown Arts
• Lunch: Chef's Tasting with Culinary Entrepreneurs
• Storyteller: Ann Langston, Sr. Director of Strategic Partnerships | Church Health

• Guided Tours: Sustainability/Design, Community Engagement or Arts & Health Integration
• Optional Shabbat Service: Celebrate with the people of Temple Israel

DAY 2: Evening
Memphis BBQ on the Deck
Live Music with R&B Band

Pack your boogie shoes because it's on, y'all.

DAY 3: Morning
Inspiration & Transformation

• Yoga on the Deck or Labyrinth Walk
• Full Breakfast & Coffee Bar

• Greeting - First Congo Leadership

DAY 3: Afternoon
Venue: First Congo

• Storyteller: Julia HIcks, Co-Creator, First Congo

• Tour: Art Studio, Bike Shop, Theater, Social Justice Center, Food Ministry . . . All. The. Things.
• Full Lunch in Community & Group Service Project
• Discussion & Self-Guided Exploration
• Beale Street? Graceland? Here's your chance!

DAY 4: Morning

Sending Forth

• Coffee Bar & Pastries
• Sunday Service with the people of First Congo or

• Brunch On Your Own

Join community leaders from the coworking movement, social justice advocates, creative arts visionaries, historic preservationists, sustainability designers and progressive activists from all religious and wisdom traditions.

bring your stories. you are the experts.

organizers

Daryn DeZengotita

TABLE COWORKING & SOCIAL IMPACT SPACES

Daryn is a people gatherer and space animator. With nearly ten years in the coworking movement, she now is focused on bringing new life to unused public and sacred spaces. She navigates the overlap between new forms of community and the old forms they will replace.

Ashley Proctor

CREATIVE BLUEPRINT

For 18 years, Ashley has helped thousands of artists, businesses, and community organizers to achieve their vision – as well as meaningful social impact – through authentic engagement and partnerships with their local communities. Creative Blueprint specializes in the seemingly impossible – dreaming big, dismantling the status quo, and inspiring great change.

Accommodations

Host Venue:
HOSTEL MEMPHIS

A limited number of rooms are available for $35 - $50 per night at our host venue. Most rooms are dorm style with a few private and semi-private. Common spaces are big, comfy rooms and tables designed for conversation. All rooms have been reserved for this event - we have the whole place. And yes, we have stayed here - a few times. There are plenty of bathrooms and it's very clean!

Book the hostel here.
Hostels not your thing? We suggest staying within walking distance in the Cooper-Young neighborhood.

What else?

Who's Coming?

Join our network at Big Table to connect with fellow travelers, find a roomie and ask all the questions.

Need Financial help?

We want this event to be affordable to all. If you need a discounted ticket price, you are invited to apply for a discounted ticket. Visit Big Table for more information.

Accessibility?

Are there any accessibility accommodations we can make to ensure your experience is a great one? Please visit Big Table to tell us more.

What about Being Fully Vaxxed?

Yes. Do that. Do it now. We will be following all CDC guidelines for a safe and healthy event for all. Therefore, all plans are subject to change.

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