Derek Craig

WGBH @wgbh is coming to Fitchburg! Come to the listening session! Tomorrow, 3/31, 3-6pm Canvas by CoFF33 Corp They'll be asking: What matters to you? They want to hear what you want to know, what you think other people should hear, what you are most proud of and what worries you most. "In traditional journalism, there are often PR organizations, special interest groups and politicians who send us pitches in the exact format we need. We’re looking to give everyone the tools, so the door is open for everyone to pitch us. Listening sessions are part of an effort to hear from people who might not know who we are or know how to find us...Listening sessions are meant to be flexible. Our time there consists of getting to know people, hearing stories and learning about the history of the neighborhood...We also welcome questions about how the news works and encourage questions into our work." For more info, click the link in our bio. ------------------------------- Following the Listening Session, is the Stewards For the Future's March Crow Congress Tues, 3/31, 6-8pm They write: Anyone interested in creating a better future and stronger community is welcome. We encourage our allies and partners in other organizations to join us as well to share their work and expand their network. Be part of a vibrant, effective and fun stewardship for the future! 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. The Steering Committee’s proposed next steps based on a review of all the ideas and feedback from the February meeting. Updates from people and partners: Help others to learn about in-progress projects, events and needs. Discover opportunities to collaborate. 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. “Green Drinks” Social Hour - We want our time together to be about having fun and making connections as well as making plans to save the world. #GBH #WGBH

Noah Hatton has invited Audrey and a local business owner on to WPKZ The Morning Kommute every 4th Monday for Microbusiness Monday! For the debut, Audrey has invited Derek Craig of the new music, arts, and culture venue, Canvas by Coff33 Corp @canvasxcoff33corp , and director of @coff33.corp to talk about #01420week! It returns April 14th-20th! Sign up at coff33corp.org/01420week ! Listen to the segment! Links in Bio.

01420 Week celebrates everything that makes Fitchburg special — from local art and performances to workshops, cultural activities, and community events. We’re inviting local businesses and organizations to be part of the 3rd Annual 01420 Week and help showcase Fitchburg’s creativity and community spirit. Why participate? ✨ Free promotion through official 01420 Week channels ✨ Reach new customers and visitors ✨ Flexible ways to participate that fit your business ✨ No fees - just join the celebration Interested in getting involved? Link in bio! Let’s work together to make this year’s celebration unforgettable! #Coff33Corp #01420Week #FitchburgMA #CelebratingFitchburg #FitchburgCreative #Community

After January’s Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of @canvasxcoff33corp , we closed out February with an incredible honor. @derekoneverything and @therealshotyme selected for recognition by the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus at their annual Black Excellence on The Hill celebration. On Friday, February 27th, we proudly attended the award ceremony at the Massachusetts State House - a powerful moment celebrating Black leaders who are making an impact across the Commonwealth. We’re grateful for the journey, the work, and the community that continues to support and inspire us. A huge shout out to @mikekushmerek Photos by @jjordan_churxch

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Man, What a way to closeout Black History Month! I don't even know what to say, I'm blown away by and thankful for the recognition 🙏🏾. Being in a room today with 100+ Black Leaders from the Commonwealth and being recognized among them with one of my closest friends is not something I could've imagined. Doing this work with my best friends, and doing the things we always envisioned almost feels like not work at all. Gratitude to the MBLLC and Rep Mike Kushmerek for the Honor. Shout out my Brothers @derekoneverything and @jjordan_churxch There will be something more formal from @coff33.corp so stay tuned.

I’m deeply honored to share that @therealshotyme and I have been selected for recognition by the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus at their annual Black Excellence on The Hill celebration. We’re incredibly proud and grateful for the journey and for the community whose support makes moments like this possible. Join us virtually tomorrow as we celebrate Black excellence across the Commonwealth! 🗓 Friday, Feb 27 🕚 11:00 AM 🔗 https://zoom.us/j/98803156341?pwd=7BvtV5jlkJMPjKSm5IfBl9vETGwMzU.1 #BlackExcellenceOnTheHill #Massachusetts #CommunityImpact #Coff33Corp

I hope to see you all at @canvasxcoff33corp this week! #Canvas #CanvasByCoff33corp #Coff33Corp #FitchburgMA #Community

Looking for a creative space to work or write this week? We’ve got you covered! Open Co-Working Hours: Use our shared workspace and get things done in a collaborative environment. Tuesday, February 17 ⏰ 3-6 PM Writer’s Room: Writing, poetry, journaling, and co-creative sessions. Wednesday, February 18 ⏰ 4-9 PM $5 Cover | FREE for Members For more information or to become a member, visit: /canvas

I’ve been really looking forward to this performance at the TDI Celebration at the White Room in Worcester to celebrate creatives in Massachusetts. I was thrilled to be a part of a special night but I was especially excited to have another chance to perform onstage with @derekoneverything (YO DADDY DOE) We performed this past summer at the River City Rhythm & Rock Fest. We both admit that the performance that’s gotten a lot of attention wasn’t our best. From running the festival itself to injuries, we made it work in that moment. This performance here is a result of growth since then. The spotlight has been on us and we knew we were better than what we gave that day. On this day, we know what we can do together. If you read this far, not only did Derek perform but he spoke on his experience as CVO of Coff33 Corp and his experience being a Creative City Lead for Fitchburg. We been knowin’

Every path gonna lead to... I just hope I’m rich in depth. A Wealth of knowledge for those who I keep close to the chest. And I fulfill what’s in every breathe. 🎤 Physicians PowerPoint | Yo DaddyDoe 📍@thebouldercafe | 3.30.25 curated by @respectedrejectz

Two weeks ago, we officially opened the doors to Canvas by CoFF33 Corp, and I’m still taking it all in. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us—our board members, family, friends, community leaders, Roy Nascimento, CEO and the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Squallia and the City of Fitchburg, and the Fitchburg Creative Cities Partnership, especially Fitchburg Art Museum for giving us the opportunity to lead this work. As Representative Mike Kushmerek said at the ribbon cutting, it’s been a long 10 years. A decade of creative placemaking—meetings, trainings, getting to know people, learning the story of this place and how our stories intermingle with one another. My work in outdoor placemaking fueled something in me, a desire to create a physical space where community could gather. Over the past three years, I’ve been listening to what our community has been missing and wanted to bring that to life. I wanted to catalyze our community to take ownership, to have agency over the change they want to see—not just for themselves, but for the future. I can’t wait to see what comes to life at Canvas. I can’t wait for you to bring yourselves as the art. Show up as yourself. Be yourself. This is our third place, our creative space in the heart of downtown Fitchburg, inside the historic Dickinson Building, on a beautiful creative block. Here’s to what we’ll build together. Photos courtesy of North Central MA Chamber of Commerce Audrey P.C. J. Jordan