A little Linkage love (and A LOT of opportunity)
Consider this a little Linkage love letter.
Consider this a little Linkage love letter. Not the fluffy kind. The real kind. The kind that says: I believe in us. I believe in what we're building. And I want YOU fully in it.
There are so many ways to plug in right now: to grow your creative work, show up in community, make money moves, tell your story, build something bigger than yourself. If you've been feeling disconnected, uninspired, or just unsure where to jump in… this is your nudge!
We don't just "support" each other here. We move together. And I love that about us.
[Image: Tim Blatt's Celebration of Life, 2025]
IN-PERSON EVENTS: SAVE THE DATES!!!
Day of Empathy Community Event: We're bringing our traveling art exhibit into community spaces alongside others working to name the impact of the criminal legal system—and to move people toward healing, justice, and real change. Details: March 7 | 11 AM–3 PM Church of the Messiah (231 E Grand Blvd #3739, Detroit, MI 48207) **Transportation reimbursement not available for this event
"Where Are They Now?" PCAP Alumni Reconnect - A low-key hang for PCAP Associates and past workshop/exhibition participants in Linkage to reconnect, catch up, and share what they've been up to since PCAP. Lunch. Theatre workshop. Gallery time. Letter writing to artists. Details: March 28 @ Duderstadt Center, Ann Arbor 12–6 PM **Travel support available. RSVP + dietary needs needed. RSVP Now! | Sign The Virtual Guest Book
Moth StorySlam - Dinner and an open-mic storytelling night where anyone can share a true, 5-minute story, or just sit back and enjoy (like me haha). The theme: SUS—shady moments, gut instincts, and things that felt off. Who's got a story to share?! Details: April 2 | 5 PM Dinner TBD → 6:30 PM Marble Bar (1501 Holden St, Detroit, MI 48208) **Only 10 spots. First come, first serve. – RSVP NOW! Email sunrath@linkagecommunity.org | Text (734) 649-0508
[Image: Second Look Rally, 2024 (Not a Linkage Event)]
UPCOMING VIRTUAL LINKAGE EVENTS!
NEW Creation Circles Are A Hit! Focused groups are taking shape to bring together members with specific shared interests, starting with Community Engagement, Culinary Arts, and Exhibition/Displays. These spaces are for members to lead, build, and collaborate. Exhibitions & Displays: Thursday, February 19th | 11AM - 12PM Community Engagement Updates (In case you missed it): Meeting Notes Culinary Arts Updates (In case you missed it): Meeting Notes
REENTRY UNITED – FINAL REVIEW We're not just presenting to present. We're clarifying our purpose. Feb 18 | 12–1PM
NEW: Linkage Virtual Open Studio Join us every 3rd Friday of the month for this NEW monthly virtual gathering that creates space for Linkage members working in any artistic medium—come to share, listen, get inspired, or simply be around other creatives. Next one: Feb 20 | 9–10AM
NEW: Virtual Financial Fun Series We're bringing the fun to finances: NO lectures, NO pressure, just real talk and useful tools. We'll break things down with a live Financial Advisor, and finally make money make sense. February 27 | 12–1PM
[Image: Annual Art Workshop, 2022]
MEMBERS' TASKS THIS WEEK
NEW Member Challenge! We're trying something new and we need you in it. WATCH THIS VIDEO and send me a quick 10-second clip. Nothing fancy. Just you. Send your clip to sunrath@linkagecommunity.org or 734-649-0508
Cookbook Submissions Open We're collecting recipes, stories, and food-centered creative work from members for an upcoming Linkage cookbook project. Share Your Recipe Here!
Help GROW our reach! Get three people linked in to our public newsletter. It's a SUPER easy way to support Linkage. (We know they'll love us, but you MUST ask them first!) Submit Your 3 Names Here!
Speaking of... Weekly Coffee & Chat It's our casual space to check in, connect, and share what's on your mind. Bring your coffee, your questions, or just yourself. No agenda. No pressure. Just friendship & fun.
[Image: Epic Kush Launch Party, 2025]
OPPORTUNITIES & OPEN CALLS
Arts Midwest Workshop Series (Free) Practical tools. Real strategies. No fluff. - Artist Documentation: 2D, 3D, Video | 2/18/2026 @ 8:00pm EST. SIGN UP - Stop the Scroll: Video Tactics for Artists on Social Media | 2/25/2026 @ 4:00pm EST. SIGN UP
Free Course: Business & Reentry Law Application Deadline: Feb 17 Free learning that protects your work and builds your foundation. Learn More & Apply Here
Spector Craft Prize for Emerging Artists $10,000 award + mentorship + national exposure. Deadline: March 1 Learn More & Apply
Pitch Night Detroit – ArtPrize 2026 Win $10,000 to bring your concept to life. Deadline: March 5 Apply Here
Have an opportunity to share? Send it our way at info@linkagecommunity.org
Okay, bear with me, I'm going to be a little sentimental for a second... I really, really love this community. The honesty. The brilliance. The way y'all show up for each other without ego. It's rare. And it's powerful. If Linkage has meant something to you, even in a small way, lean in right now. Come to something. Apply for something. Bring a friend. Send the video. Show up messy. Show up excited. Just show up. We're building something rooted in care and creativity and real-deal connection. Big love. Always. — Sarah