Ever dream about…

Creative freelancing as a career?

Launching an online life-style magazine?

Combining technology and the arts?

Taking the plunge to put an idea into action?

After a successful pilot event in June, Edmonton’s NextGen presents DIYalogue 2.0, a cultural mix-and-mingle in the style of NextGen’s popular Candi{date} series, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at Yellowhead Brewery, 10229-105 Street.

Looking for a collaborative space to share ideas and gain advice on launching them into action? DIYalogue connects Edmonton’s established cultural entrepreneurs with emerging young creatives in 20 minute one-on-one mentorship mini-dates. DIYalogue explores the potential for individual success in the creative industries through unique partnerships and community support.

Confirmed speed mentors include:

•        The Royal Bison - http://www.royalbison.ca/
•        City and Dale - http://cityanddale.com/
•        YEG Live - http://yeglive.ca/
•        Fish Griwkowsky - http://twitter.com/#!/fisheyefoto
•        Unknown Studio - http://theunknownstudio.ca/
•        Operation Fruit Rescue - http://operationfruitrescue.org/
•        Brian Webb Dance Company - http://www.bwdc.ca/
•        Edmonton Folk Music Festival - http://www.edmontonfolkfest.org/

Participants of DIYalogue 2.0 are encouraged to use the event as an opportunity to percolate ideas to present at the upcoming MEAET 1.0, November 26, 2011. MEAET 1.0 is an opportunity for young creatives to apply for micro-funding for new ideas in a relaxed community dinner setting.

For more information and to register for DIYalogue, visit http://diyalogue2-efbevent.eventbrite.com .