Just in case you've been living in a cave and haven't heard...

Summer Springboard Webinar Series hosted by the Young Professional Section
Beginning tomorrow, join us every other Wednesday evening this summer for an online speaker seriesfocused on the trials and tribulations of early professional practice.  

Learn from a diverse group of young professionals from all over the map and all over the industry whowill share their personal career stories:

What did they do upon graduating from school? 
How did they get where they are now?

Come prepared to hear ridiculous stories, shocking advice, regret warnings, resource tips and obscure personal strategies.  

First Webinar

Date: Wednesday, June 8

Speaker:  Gwen Frederick "Creative Thinking Saved My Butt"

Fee:  Free for IDSA student members, $15 for nonmembers

Learn More and Register Now!  

Our IDSA Southern District VP suggested a interesting summer event idea during a recent officer's meeting - we liked it so much, we wanted to share it with you!

For many of us, summertime means baseball season - cool summer nights, cold beer, and ballpark hotdogs!  Getting all of our members to one game would be tricky, and for many of us, includes a long drive - so what better way to get people involved than a little team rivalry!   

From now through the end of August, we want to organize a trip to your local ball park, to catch all the minor league action.  For the folks in Upstate SC, it's your hometown Greenville Drive.  Charlotte members will catch the Charlotte Knights in action, while Triangle members can see the legendary Durham Bulls!

Charlotte Knights host the Louisville Bats
Saturday, July 16th

Greenville Drive host the Lexington Legends
Saturday, August 6th

Durham Bulls host the Charlotte Knights
Saturday, August 27th

To make this possible, and enjoy a break on group ticket prices, we'll need the support of our members!  We'll need to get an accurate head count at least TWO WEEKS prior to game night, and need at least 15-20 people to secure a discounted block of tickets at each park.  If this sounds like an event you don't want to miss, send us an email!  Simply type your Team Name in the subject line, and be sure to include your name and number of guests in the email. 

Details to follow....  Check back to see where this month's T3 event will be held!

Big thanks go out to both the Brier Creek Ale House staff, but also all the folks that made it out after work.  We had a great turnout, plenty of familiar faces as well as a few new ones!  We hope the almost, nearly, just about in-Durham location this month made it easier for some of you coming from the far reaches of the Triangle.  Did you miss out on this month's event... just have too much going on?  We know who you are.  Don't worry, we'll have another Thirsty Thursday next month!

When: Wednesday, June 1st @ 5:30 PM

Where: Hickory Tavern, Harris Blvd, Exit 18

9010 Harris Corners Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28269-3786
(704) 921-4466

Spring is here, and what better way to enjoy the great weather than to meet your fellow designers for some beers at Charlotte's Hickory Tavern!

This month, Anvil Prototyping & Design will be hosting a unique Happy Hour event for Charlotte-area designers. Come join us for cocktails and good company – connect with other local design professionals, and help us build a stronger design community in the Queen City!

Former IDSA Chair, Bill Watson will be on hand to show off slick new SpaceClaim 3D modeling software, as well as answer any questions you may have about 3D printing.  So skip out of work early and head out to join us for cold beverages and great company.  Bring your business card to be entered into our raffle - we've got some fantastic prizes lined up, generously donated by our sponsors!

We want to see YOU there!

Email questions, comments, or event ideas to us at idsacarolina@gmail.com and check out our chapter calendar for more exciting events at either idsa.org or right here at idsacarolina.org

When: Thursday, April 21st @ 6:00 PM

Where: Carolina Ale House, Brier Creek

7981 Skyland Ridge Parkway
Raleigh, NC 27617-8625
(919) 957-4200 

The IDSA Carolinas Chapter is getting together, and you’re invited to our new monthly happy hour! Come join us for cocktails and good company – Connect with other local area designers and help us build a stronger IDSA. Bring a business card to enter the raffle for some fantastic prizes, generously donated by our sponsors! We want to see YOU there!

Email questions, comments, or event ideas to us at idsacarolina@gmail.com and check out our chapter calendar for more exciting events at either idsa.org or right here at idsacarolina.org

A big thanks goes out to all those that skipped out of work early, and the great staff at Boylan Bridge BrewPub for helping make our monthly Thirsty Third Thursday event possible!  The weather held up for us, though it got a tad chilly as the sun fell.  It's hard to beat the craft-brewed beers, view of Raleigh's "skyline," and good conversation.  

Missed this month's event?  Keep an eye on the IDSA Carolina Chapter website for details on next month's Thirsty Third Thursday event.  Didn't hear about?  Sign up for our monthly newsletter for more about Thirsty Thursday or any design-related events happening in YOUR area.  Send us your suggestions, and we maybe coming to a local bar near you!