Changeville

Changeville, presented by frank, is a social change festival featuring live music, comedy, panels, local vendors, and more! FEB. 6-7, 2020

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We are excited to announce that the audio from our second Changeville Panel is live!

Panel: Music as a Pathway to Personal & Community Healing

https://t.co/n3ZmHwg5QC

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We are excited to announce that the audio from our first Changeville Panel is live!

Panel: Storytelling & Social Change

https://t.co/NWg6hOY50C

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You may have seen Ian Harvie guest starring on Will and Grace or Young and Hungry. Harvie uses his comedy to raise money and awareness for numerous causes, including abortions rights and LGBTQIA causes. You won’t want to miss him perform tonight at Changeville! ⚡

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Chanel Ali is a crowd favorite with her storyteller style standup comedy. She’s been featured on shows like MTV's Girl Code and Laff Mob's Laff Tracks. She’s also shared the stage with comedians like Marc Maron and Michael Che. Don’t miss her set this Thursday!

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The Civic Media Center is an alternative library providing resources for progressive grassroots activism, and has been a part of social justice in Gainesville since '93.  Besides being a public-access library, this non-profit hosts speakers, film screenings, concerts, and more.

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Katy Deitz describes her music as “bedroom pop for the sad bop,” but one quick listen will prove it to be so much more than that. Her unique vocals, lyrics, and melodies are sure to find themselves echoing in your heart and mind long after your listen is over ✨

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Less than a year after moving to Gainesville, Faith & Majesty have quickly become local favorites, featuring music that is authentic and melodic, and harmonies that define their sound 🎶

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If you are a social change organization in the Gainesville area and are looking to be a part of Changeville 2020, we have extended our deadline for submissions to Monday, February 3rd. Head over to our website and complete our form if you are interested in tabling with us!

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Nicole Miglis is often recognized as the vocalist for Hundred Waters, but is paving a separate path of dreamy, controlled chaos with her solo project, Batry Powr. Come see her live at Changeville on February 7th! ⚡

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Next up on the lineup: Perfect Strangers

These up-and-coming Gainesville locals are both trance-like and transportative. Their sound combines driving rhythms with unique, melodic lead parts, and accompanying 80s influenced vocals that give birth to the retro sound of your dreams

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In addition to being a successful comedian and writer, she also founded an organization in 2012 called Lady Parts Justice which advocates for women’s health and reproductive rights.

Don’t miss her set at Changeville this year. Grab your tickets at https://t.co/h9QrFO1ipI 🎫

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If you’re a fan of late night talk shows, you won’t want to miss seeing Lizz Winstead at Changeville this year. Co-Creator of The Daily Show, and established stand-up comedian, we're excited to be hosting this comedy great

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Check out this article about Lizz Winstead, Abortion Access Front, and the Feminist Buzzkills of Comedy! ⚡️

https://t.co/dtczCsQnyj

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Our next featured artist is the Sh-Booms. This Orlando-based band has a garage soul vibe, and has been featured on NPR. They’ve played festivals all over the country, from Austin City Limits to Okeechobee Music Festival. Now, they’re making their way to GNV for Changeville 2020!

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The panelists for the 6:30PM panel are:

Aaron Colverson: PhD student, UF ethnomusicology
Sam Moss: Service Learning Coordinator, UF Health Shands Arts In Medicine
Alia Sharrief: Rapper, Musician, Public Speaker, and Advocate

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This year's panels will be "Storytelling & Social Change" at 5:30PM, moderated by Terri Bailey (Founder, BLAAC2Basics), and "Music As a Pathway to Personal and Community Healing" at 6:30PM, moderated by Connie Henshaw (Baer & The Lady)

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The panelists for the 5:30PM panel are:

Syraj Syed, Narrative Counseling/Education Specialist
Sharon Burney, Poet, Activist, Humanist
Iman Zawahry, Filmmaker, Lecturer, UF Department of Telecommunication

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Changeville is all about social change and bringing the Gainesville community together. In past years, we've planted trees, collected supplies, and provided maintenance for a homeless shelter. Keep an eye out for an announcement to see how you can get involved this year!

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Spam Allstars have been regarded by Rolling Stone, BBC, and NPR, to name a few. This band's sound is described as "a distinct blend of Latin, funk, and electronic music." Don’t miss out on Spam Allstars! Be part of an important social change event happening in Gainesville!

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Changeville is moving to Heartwood this year, bringing an intimate feel to this social change festival! With Spam Allstars, The Sh-Booms, Faith & Majesty, Batry Powr, Katy Deitz, and all-star comedians, mark your calendars for Feb 6-7 to be part of something big happening in GNV