Join us for a special conversation with CultureWorks Co-Executive Directors Ariel Shelton and Melinda Steffy. This gathering will officially kick off our 2026 Third Thursday Community Conversations series and mark two years of shared leadership, offering a moment to reflect on where we’ve been with the team at CultureWorks—and to ground ourselves in what’s ahead.

The evening will offer a candid look at CultureWorks in 2026, including:

• Updates on the state of our fiscal sponsorship program, including growth, challenges, and strategic priorities

• Insights into the evolution of our creative coworking space and how it continues to support Philadelphia’s cultural ecosystem

• Space for conversation, questions, and connection with fellow members and staff

At its core, this is an opportunity to come together as a community—to share transparency around the organization’s trajectory, strengthen relationships, and set the tone for the year ahead.

This event is complimentary for CultureWorks members.
Non-members are warmly invited to attend by making a $50 contribution in support of CultureWorks' ongoing efforts to provide essential shared services and infrastructure for our cultural community.

We look forward to connecting, reflecting, and launching the year together.