Programs, Workshops & more

At Sentient Meat, we believe in the power of community-driven arts to foster growth and connection. Our programs support artists, engage the public, and promote sustainable practices. All offerings are educational in nature and provided through non-tenant, license-based participation. Workshops and residencies are designed for enrolled participants under a shared values framework. Attendance may require a signed community agreement and liability waiver. Explore our offerings below to learn more about how we’re making a difference.

Programs

Artist Residency
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2014

Collaborative living residency for artists practicing mutual aid, shared work, and creative experimentation in the homes of other artists.

The Meat Market: Creative Connections
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2015

Connecting artists with aligned clients to support community-focused design and arts services. Creative labor meets community need.

Workshops & events

Events may be organized by residents or community members. Sentient Meat can support in many ways, such as with web presence, fiscal sponsorship and micro grants, space use, on-site help (like install or transport), or connecting with artists through our Creative Connections program. Interested in facilitating or collaborating? We’d love to hear from you.

Flowburger
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2022

A skill-building flow arts retreat for learners of all experience levels—camp, connect, & craft your own “cheeseburger” of flow experiences.

Xmas Burn
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2023

A collaborative spring arts gathering rooted in reuse, ritual, and creativity; shaped by its community and spirit of participation.

Movie Barn: Community Film Workshop
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2025

Free monthly film series and discussion exploring culture, story, and technique. Enroll ahead or on site to view the syllabus and title.

Flowburger Sliders: New Moon Spin Jam
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2025

Free new-moon spin jam workshops under the stars for jugglers, fire spinners, and flow artists at Home Afarm Co-op.

Financial assistance

Hardship Assistance
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2014

A program to provide support to current residents based on their residency tenure, ensuring equitable aid with clear criteria.

Shared Effort Initiative
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2014

Current residents participate in our Shared Effort Initiative to offset residency costs and foster community engagement.

The Egg Fund
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2021

Supporting our residents and community with fresh eggs from Linwood and Home Afarm, contributing to our Hardship Assistance program.

Pay It Forward Plan
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2023

A program to help former residents settle their balances with income-sensitive payments & supports current residents in financial need.

On hiatus

These programs have run in the past but are currently on pause. Interested in helping bring one back? Let us know!

Sentient AV
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2019

*On hiatus* A biweekly meetup and workshop for artists and those interested in audiovisual arts. Discussion, skillshare, community.

Midweek Flow Practice (& Spin Jam)
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2024

*On hiatus* Explore a safe, inclusive workshop space for flow arts practice and play.

All programming occurs in accordance with our  Safer Spaces Policy

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