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What better way to connect with other designers than around a table, sharing food? Friendsgiving will be potluck style, with options for those who love to throw down in the kitchen and those who would rather just bring a bag of ice. If you have an allergy, we recommend that you bring your own food. All professional designers and students are welcome to attend, regardless of experience level.
Please note that the exact address will be provided after registration to protect the privacy of our hosts, who are hosting at their homes.
What we'll be making: As an added creative twist, bring a few interesting or unusual materials/items in a bag or box to "white elephant" gift, and we will then have a fun challenge of making something with what we receive in our bag or box. As always, we'll bring a small supply stash to share but feel free to bring any other standard supplies/tools you might like to use with your mystery materials such as scissors, glue, glue stick, etc. and a surface to work on. While we love glitter, please leave it at home for this one 😌
What we'll be making: If you've been around the club for awhile, you know how much we love an opportunity to collage! As the seasons start to change-ish, by San Diego standards anyway, we'll be discussing our goals and aspirations for the coming year over dinner with the chance to represent them in mixed media collage. We'll bring a small supply stash to share but it's ideal to bring your own magazines, scissors, glue sticks, and a board or paper to collage on. Don't miss the chance to eat and be merry with good people and some good fun!
About our host: Noelle Langston is proudly one of our organizers. After serving as the head of design for a large international AI product company, Noelle branched off to start her own design studio, Bold Type. Her experience with emerging technology has made her more certain than ever that creatives are the future. She considers Unplugged to be a playground for nurturing our essential ability to create and connect as our industry continues to evolve. A native San Diegan but after many years away, Noelle is happy to be back!
About our host: Desi Guusje Bendeler is a leadership coach and former co-founder of the B-corp communications agency thinkPARALLAX. With deep roots in design and strategy, she now helps creative leaders and professionals grow with more clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her coaching blends emotional intelligence, values alignment, and real-world experience to help people lead and live with impact. If you’re feeling stuck or ready to grow, Desi loves helping people find their next step.