September Feels Like a Waterslide
Alex Hillman
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We’re in week three of Indy Hall’s 20th Anniversary month.
HUGE thanks to everyone who joined us last Friday.
We were inspired by Katel’s lightning talk about the small ways we can approach mutual aid support every day, enjoyed a lively PWYW coworking day with a mix of regulars and new friends. And we wrapped up the week with a happy hour at the sticker-covered TMoms on South Street. Whew!
Yesterday Adam and I were reflecting on how this month has felt so far, and he said “September feels like a waterslide.”
He’s so right. This month has been fast, thrilling, a little scary, very fun, and we don’t know exactly how it’s going to end — but it’s gonna be with a splash!
And we’re not done yet.
If you haven’t RSVPd for our big party on September 26th, don’t wait!
👉 Head here to RSVP and consider chipping in to buy a round for the room with a micro-sponsorship of as little as $25.
If you can’t make it but want to support, you can still chip in and get a big thank you at the party. 💛
The party runs 3–9pm+. The first leg (3–5pm) is a low-key warm-up for folks with families and other evening commitments. At 5pm we kick into high gear, with special programming around 7pm. Craft cocktails, wine and beer from our official open bar powered by MixyMobile, and a champagne toast courtesy of our friends at Mazza Wines.
A quick update on IH20 merch
Last week we shipped all T-shirt and Tote bag pre-orders. We’ve LOVED seeing our merch in the wild — keep those photos coming!
By popular demand we’ve added Sticker and Poster options. Both are available in person at the Indy Hall Clubhouse this week, and will be available for order online next week and in person at the party.
Check out what’s available online →
Every dollar from merch goes directly into paying local artists and small businesses for the party.
What’s on deck for this Friday, September 18
If you can’t make the party — or really love to pre-game — there are two more Fridays of special IH20 activities, and we’d love to see you.
💛 PWYW Coworking — 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Our third of four special edition Pay What You Want coworking days. Sliding scale day passes, a buzzy room, and special activities. If you’ve been curious about an Indy Hall membership, these days are the perfect sampler. Space is limited — RSVP today →
🎙️ Speak Easy Series w/ Julie Hancher — 10:00 AM
A 10-minute talk to spark a conversation on the week’s theme, followed by open discussion. Coffee and light bites included.
This week, Julie Hancher leads on the theme “Take Care of This Place.” Julie is the Co-Founder & Editor of Green Philly, a Philadelphia-based environmental journalism nonprofit covering sustainability, green living, and conscious community in Philly. She’s a longtime collaborator and cornerstone community event host at the Clubhouse.
Free during PWYW Coworking — RSVP for the Speak Easy →
🍻 Destination Happy Hour @ Johnny Brenda’s — 5:30 PM
Heading to Johnny Brenda’s in Fishtown — a cornerstone of Philly’s independent music scene and home to IgnitePhilly. Free to show up, pay as you go.
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