Compiled by El Reportero‘s staff
BOSTON — Massachusetts went on ‘red alert’ last night, when local stagehands and event production companies illuminated more than 80 entertainment venues and other landmarks with red lights as part of a national call to action. The #RedAlertRESTART action took place in more than 50 cities across the country, to raise awareness for entertainment businesses devastated by COVID-19 event cancellations, and for the workers behind the scenes, who have built their careers by going unnoticed.
“We need Congress to take notice of the shape the industry is in,” said Casey. “Everyone who works in this industry – the people who make these events what we know and love, and who have come to be some of my closest friends and family – they had everything taken away from them overnight. Without them, there are no concerts, there is no theater. People need to realize what is at stake here.”
The We Make Events Coalition is calling on Congress, which controversially remains on hiatus during the 3rd most massive unemployment crisis in our nation’s history, to:
– Pass the RESTART Act, to provide support and relief for venues and production companies of all sizes.
– Extend full Pandemic Unemployment Assistance – including the extra $600 weekly, from the CARES ACT – which expired in August despite the Live Events industry remaining at 96% unemployment nationwide.
According to organizers, 77 percent of people in the live events industry have lost 100% of their income since March, 2020.
Think Big, Dream Big, Believe Big, and the Results will be BIG!
Register Today (click here)
Eleven days to sign up for the 11th annual Time to Wonder!
Dream Big 2020 will be the same fabulous event, with a twist!
We invite our entire large family of members, friends, patrons, supporters, parents, and children to join us for our first ever virtual gala.
Interact with the Children’s Museum with never before seen footage
Learn about new exhibits from Collette Michaud, Founder & CEO.
Experience first-hand stories from members on the valuable impact the Children’s Museum.
Peruse and bid on auction lots gathered locally; from wine to books, there is something for everyone.
Come celebrate the wonder of the Children’s Museum.mHear transformative stories, see the joy, and experience the life-changing moments. Join us for the free LIVE EVENT. Stories, celebrations, and plans for the future
Children’s Museum of Sonoma County, On Sept. 13, 2020, 4:30 p.m., 1835 West Steele Lane Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Learn Before You Vote: D1, D7, D11 Candidate Forums
A NOTE FROM THE LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS IN SF
Interested in San Francisco’s local and state ballot measures for the November 2020 election? Unsure what each charter amendment proposal means? Join the League of Women Voters of San Francisco for our virtual “Ballot in Brief” event!
In our LWVSF hosted online forums, candidates for D1, D7, & D11 Board of Supervisors will answer questions submitted in advance about issues important to San Francisco voters:
District 1: Thursday, Sept. 17, 7 p.m.
District 7: Wednesday, Sept. 23, 7 p.m.
District 11: Wednesday, Sept. 30, 7 p.m.
Registration is required; Zoom details will be emailed prior to the forum. Please register and share with your friends, family, colleagues, and online communities by forwarding this email or sharing the event on Facebook!
This event is free and open to the public. Register now!
National Small Business Week to Kick-off September 22-24
SBA Hosts Virtual Event to Honor America’s Small Businesses
WASHINGTON – Today, Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced the kick-off for National Small Business Week. The virtual event, rescheduled from May due to the coronavirus pandemic, will be held September 22-24. National Small Business Week honors the nation’s small businesses, many of which are veteran, women and minority-owned, for their achievements and dedication to their communities.
This year’s National Small Business Week activities will include numerous educational panels providing retooling and innovative practices for entrepreneurs as our nation’s small businesses look to pivot and recover toward a stronger economy. The event will recognize the national award winners, including the naming of this year’s National Small Business Person of the Year.
Details and registration information will be posted on sba.gov/NSBW as events are finalized.
