Independent Arts News Reporting 
9 Lives of DIY
NEWSROOM POST: FLEMINGTON, NEW JERSEY
Flemington, NJ – Flemington DIY announced that they will be celebrating their nine-year anniversary. They are inviting the community to join them See details below:
What: Flemington DIY 9 year anniversary party
Where: Flemington DIY @ 26 Stangl Rd. in Flemington
When: Saturday, May 20, 2023, 10am-10p
Folks creating together at DIY. Photo Credit: Contributed.
Flemington DIY, a community arts organization, invites the community to its nine year anniversary party dubbed 9 Lives of DIY, happening Saturday, May 20, 10am-10pm.
“The 9 Lives of DIY name alludes to the fact that we are a resilient group of volunteers who do things for the community because we believe in it,” says Jeff Hersch, co-founder and executive director. “Since our reopening last year, we’ve seen unprecedented growth by way of funding, new partnerships, and recognition. We want to celebrate with the people who made it happen – our community.”
Lone Eagle Brewing will also be unveiling a limited “9 Lives India Pale Ale” to commemorate the anniversary. They have generously pledged to donate a portion of proceeds to Flemington DIY.
The free, day-time festivities will consist of:
- a group bike ride in collaboration with Party Size Cycling, an inclusive bike-centric group from High Bridge
- a free Rhythm Kids class from Music Together for kids pre-k through grade 2
- screen printing of commemorative T-shirts (bring your own blank shirt or purchase one)
- an art exhibit featuring the works of Flemington DIY members and volunteers
- and a dedication and demonstration of a new “compost bench,” a bench outside Flemington DIY that doubles as a compost bin.
The celebration will conclude with an energetic live show with an eclectic line up featuring lo-fi titans Purling Hiss from Philadelphia, indie darlings Starcleaner Reunion, garage dwellers Jug & the Bugs, and psych rockers Heathmonger. Pre-sale tickets are $15 with limited availability; tickets at the door are $20.
