It’s hard to believe that we’re finally here – our new president will be sworn in tomorrow.

As we all know, the creative community had an enormous influence on the election, revealing the conviction of a country full of people seeking change. Tonight is a time to reflect and celebrate all those who have poured their hearts into a collective cause, many of whom are local to San Diego.

Check the excellent photo preview of MANIFEST HOPE: DC from NotCot (tipped off by Holiday Matinee). Half-way down the page you’ll find the work of Rafael Lopez, who with the help of CONSPIRE and REINVENT artist Josh Higgins, released the Nuestra Voz (our voice) print.

Rafael’s poster was quickly picked up by the Obama campaign, selling out in 24 hours and raising $60k in the final election push.

In addition to helping Rafael get his poster out, Josh was also featured at MANIFEST HOPE: DC for his Healthcare Reform poster.

Cheers to Rafael, Josh, and all the collaborative creatives across the country who played a big part in bringing about change.

Enjoy tomorrow!

Thank you for being part of the conspiracy Saturday night! We enjoyed your company and hope to cross paths again soon.

An enormous thank you to our sanctuarian team – they’re the people who serve us drinks and keep the event rocking!

Above: a compilation shot by filmmaker Jeffrey Durkin (footage coming soon.)

Catch some photographs of the wee small hours of CONSPIRE here, including some incredible shots by Anthony Bareno and Brian Deppe!

Check out what Miriello Grafico and Holiday Matinee have to say, and write us a note – we love to hear from you.

Next event is in the works. Keep in touch here!

hitch your wagon, s143

The mix CD is an indie rock dating ritual. If done right, you might even get laid. But you have to respect the craft, sort of like Daniel respects Karate in the Karate Kid Part II. There’s a ridiculous amount of thought that goes into it so you don’t want to screw it up. For me, this is a passion project that took up an entire day I was supposed to be working for the man. So thanks to Sanctuary143 for the distraction and I hope it scores you some action.

-Dave Brown

Holiday Matinee
www.holidaymatinee.com

1. Writer’s Block – Just Jack
2. Can’t Hold On – M.E.D.
3. Lilac Wine (Nina Simone) – THE ALBUM LEAF
4. Lose Yr Frown – The Electric Soft Parade
5. Quiet Town – Josh Rouse
6. Lady Lady – Cynty And The Monkeys
7. Chemicals – The Notwist
8. Consolation Prizes – Phoenix
9. Falling Down – Scarlett Johansson
10. Our House – Phantom Planet
11. Something to Do with My Hands – Her Space Holiday
12. Alienation – Lali Puna
13. Talk About A Girl – Charizma & Peanut Butter Wolf
14. New Hampshire – Matt Pond PA
15. My Week Beats Your Year – Telefon Tel Aviv
16. West Coast – Coconut Records

Sanctuary143 is proud to co host Thursday’s Cause for Drinks event at the Whistle Stop in South Park (5-8 pm). $2 of every drink goes toward planting and saving indigenous tree life, so drink up my friends and meet up with creative peeps from SD looking to do good…even while we drink. [www.plantit2020.org]