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3rd Ward
By Joshua M. Bernstein

Artists, designers and woodworkers flock to this creative compound to produce art, peruse exhibitions and occasionally party. 195 Morgan Ave between Meadow and Stagg Sts, Bushwick, Brooklyn (718-715-4961, 3rdward.com)

SKETCH ARTISTS
Illustrators and artists outline models and sip beer at the biweekly Wednesday Drink-N-Draw events. Next event Wed 12 at 8pm, $15

CREATIVE COMRADES
A community of the independently employed escapes home isolation alongside fellow freelancers in the shared office space and digital media lab. Go to 3rdward.com for information.

FILMMAKER WANNA-BES
Local cinematic talent gathers every other Sunday at Moviehouse to show off their work. Next screening Sun 9 at 8pm, free

KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS
Experienced artists, as well as novices who spend their days in other professions, trek to Bushwick for classes ranging from screen-printing to furniture building. Class schedule varies; go to 3rdward.com for more info.

HANDS-ON ARTISTS
Artisans who join the collective get space to hammer, saw and weld in the wood and metal fabrication shops. Go to 3rdward.com for information.

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