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A DESIGNxRI Sweater Social
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October 18th | 4-6:30 PM
Bally’s Event Lawn at 195 District Park, Providence, RI 02903
Designers, innovators, creatives, and enthusiasts — get your sweaters ready to join us on October 18th in 195 District Park for the DESIGNxRI Sweater Social! Get to know Rhode Island’s design community with a festive fall networking activity, and enjoy seasonal refreshments from the Guild’s food truck.
FEATURING:
Leland Baker
The Leland Baker Quartet
Leland Baker is a jazz saxophonist, as well as a music educator; teaching privately, and leading his own project/ lecture series, Bridging Gaps. He lived and spent time honing his craft in the great cities of New Orleans and New York City. While living in New York City, Leland has had the opportunity to perform and study with many of the brilliant artists the city has to offer, including Lawrence Clark, Kahlil Bell, Tim Green, and Roy Hargrove.
Leland attended Loyola University in New Orleans, LA where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Studies. While in undergraduate school he studied with world acclaimed saxophonists Tony Dagradi, John Ellis and George Garzone. He later attended the University of Rhode Island where he earned a Master’s Degree in Music Performance. Leland continues to perform, record, and teach throughout New England and NYC.
Analog Underground DJs
Providence based.
Long time friends and record collectors.
Dave is the Owner of Analog Underground
Immaculate Vibes.
THE VENUE
195 District Park
195 District Park is a seven-acre waterfront park located on the east and west sides of the Providence River, connected by the iconic Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Pedestrian Bridge.
The park is a community gathering place, hosting thousands of daily visitors with public programming and private events throughout the year. Located in the center of Providence’s growing 195 District, the park features two seasonal concessions, an ice cream vendor, and a beer garden.