Born and bred in Manchester, Stacey Zackin returned to her hometown after a varied career in Hollywood, working as an Adjunct Professor in the Business Schools of UConn & Univ. Of New Haven teaching Career Development and Workforce Diversity and earning multiple degrees including a BS in Film/Photography, Masters in Social Work and Non-Profit Management and a PhD in Depth Psychology. She brings her experience in the creative arts, business administration and human behavior to her role as Manager of WORK_SPACE, the municipal Coworking, Meeting & Gallery space in the heart of Downtown Manchester. Currently working on transforming her dissertation on The Psychology of Hospitality: Creating Welcoming & Inclusive Environment into a book, Stacey is excited to work with the many people in Manchester who support creating hospitable spaces for people to come together to work and play and share meaningful experiences.
Fun Fact #1: Stacey has checked the following off her bucket list: attend the Academy Awards, walk a full marathon and hold a Koala Bear.
Fun Fact #2: Stacey’s mind is like her office….crowded, messy & filled with exciting discoveries.
We invite all those interested in Cultural Happenings in Manchester to the 1st Cultural District Quarterly Meeting which will be on Thursday, January 30th, at the Lutz Children’s Museum.
Join Us for Second Saturday: Self-Care & Wellness Day at WORK_SPACE! Celebrate Love, Self-Care, and Wellness during this enriching half-day event that coincides with the premiere of our annual Blank Canvas Art Show. Close to 100 artists artistic interpretation of LOVE will be on display.
Calling all artists—beginners and pros alike! Step out of the studio and into a creative community at Sketch Social, hosted by WORK_SPACE.
Are you a musician or poet looking to share your art with a supportive community? Whether you’re just starting out or have been performing for years, we invite you to join us at WORK_SPACE’s Listening Room / Open Mic event! Held every third Thursday at our Main Street Gallery, this event is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your talent and enjoy diverse performances from fellow artists in a truly inclusive setting.
Join us at WORK_SPACE for “Beyond the Canvas: A Roundtable on Creativity and Healing,” an engaging evening where Art Therapists share their experiences, methodologies, and the impact of their work.
The Town of Manchester is thrilled to be the sixth town designated as a Cultural District by the Department of Economic and Community Development’s Connecticut Office of the Arts. Join us in celebration at our next 2nd Saturday Downtown “Open House” on May 11th. Enjoy a day filled with cultural and community activities, from butterfly hunts and flower collecting to dining, shopping, and live music
Although the Past, Present & Future art exhibits will be up for most of April & May, if you want free trolley transportation between them and other special Bicentennial events, you’ll have to come to Downtown Manchester on May 13th.
The Galleries @ WORK_SPACE and RiseUP for Arts invite you to their collaborative art exhibit, PIECING IT BACK TOGETHER from August 26 – September 23, 2022, at WORK_SPACE.
ART OF PRIDE exhibit runs from May 6 – June 30. The show includes 54 paintings, photography, collage, fiber and multi-media work created by 23 artists from 18 cities in 3 states.
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