The DAAC

How DO you book a show at the DAAC?

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:18:26 -0500

The DAAC is not only a venue for bands. It is a place for poetry, watching movies, holding potlucks, having art shows, making things, finding a sense of community and exploring the options. All it is missing is you. We all have stuff that we want to do... a favorite band that we are dying to see.... or artwork we want to display.... or a fundraising event for our favorite cause. The DAAC is the place to do that. The DAAC is THE PLACE for YOU to do THAT. So how DO you get a show at the DAAC? 1. Figure out what you want to do... if you play in a band and want your band to play at the DAAC, find a few more bands and find out if they are interested in playing a show with you. 2. Look at the DAAC calendar for a few open dates that work for you. You probably want to think about dates that are about a month out. (at least) 3. Come to a DAAC meeting and reserve the date..... You will need to have a DAAC board member work the show with you. They will show you how to use the equipment, fill out the paperwork and take care of putting your show on the calendar. 4. Then you can start promoting your show... invite friends, family and even perfect strangers.....use flyers, facebook, email, tattoos, do it how ever you want..... but get the word out that you are having a show... 5. Then do the show... rock out, make stuff, have an event. After the show, clean up. You are responsible for cleaning up the space at the end of the night. Taking out the trash, putting away equipment ect. What else do you need to know about booking a show? • The DAAC is not free. There is a charge to use the space (it's how we pay the rent) Events before 8pm have a cost of $35 and 20% of the door, shows starting at 8pm or after are $65 and 20% of the door. • Starting price at the door is $6. • All Shows are All Ages, • No drinking/drugs in the DAAC • Respect each other and the space If you have an idea and want to book an event join us at our next board meeting to find a date. Check the show calendar for a schedule of upcoming meetings. If you have other questions about the DAAC feel free to post them on our forum, there is a link at the top of the page.

Benjamin J. Schaafsma (September 7, 1982 - October 25, 2008)

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:17:24 -0500

Ben Schaafsma, a co-founder of the DAAC, died Saturday afternoon-five years to the day we first opened our doors. It has been difficult to comprehend the senselessness of his passing, but comforting to more fully understand the impact Ben had not only on this community, but every other he touched in his all too brief life. Ben loved the DAAC, and I can absolutely say without question that this little venue would not exist without Ben's vision, tireless energy, and guidance. He will be utterly missed. Please join us, G-RAD and InCUBATE (two other collective organizations Ben was instrumental in starting) to celebrate his life. We are hosting a special potluck version of Ben's Sunday Soup granting program (read about all about it here) on tonight after his visitation. This is a potluck, so please bring a dish to pass, if possible. Otherwise, there will be loads of soup and other food available. We would like to use this opportunity to raise a little more money for Ben's family with a suggested donation of $10 per person. But any amount (or lack thereof) is welcome. Come remember our friend Ben. we will start gathering at around 7:00pm. Also, if you get a chance, please leave a memory of Ben at his memorial. Love to all, George

DAAC Ratifies Bylaws and Officially Establishes Board

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:20:00 -0500

After months of deliberation, long meetings, and tons of help from our awesome lawyer, the DAAC is now an official non-profit, and soon-to-be 501c3. This is great news for the future of the DAAC. Expect lots of positive changes over the coming months. As always, the public is welcome to attend any board meeting, and encouraged to become involved in one of our committees, or volunteer in a variety of ways. The meetings take place at the DAAC, at 7pm, on the third Wednesday of every month.

PA BENEFIT TONIGHT!

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 13:13:46 -0500

Hey Guys, Our good friends Casiotone For the Painfully Alone and Paleo are playing a show with our new friends The Spectacles to benefit the purchase of a better PA for the DAAC. As anyone who has ever been to a show a DAAC knows that this kind of upgrade is sorely needed. We are pretty excited about this! and this show! and, well everything! so come on out tonight and have a fun time helping out the DAAC. check out out these kind words straight from Owen from CFTPA: What's up, fellas? Tomorrow I am going to Grand Rapids to play a make-up show for the bummer cancellation back in April. I'm really happy to be sharing this show with The Spectacles, who are good friends from Chicago, and Paleo, whom I have never met but whose music I have enjoyed listening to in my home. The show is also going to be a fundraiser for a new soundsystem for the DAAC. The DAAC has faced some legal troubles in the recent past, and its staff of purehearted volunteers have worked really hard to get the DAAC up to code and totally leigitimate, and that hasn't left much time, energy, or money for things like new mics, cables, and other equipment necessary to put on really great all ages shows. So, to support the cause, none of the bands are taking any money for this show. Come help out the DAAC! The show will start around 8pm, and we are expecting to be at capacity pretty much around then, so please show up early. As with all events at the DAAC, this show is ALL AGES and has a sliding scale entry price from $6 to $16 (or more if you want!) please pay what you can afford! Love, The DAAC

DAAC Meetings!

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:39:04 -0500

The Board Meeting will be happening July 2, 7pm at the DAAC. The Facilities and Programming Meetings will happen on Saturday June 28th at 10am and Noon, respectively. As always, last Saturday of the month.

Free Screening of DAACumentary Tomorrow Night. Oh, and a Show!

Thu, 29 May 2008 18:17:06 -0500

As some of you guys may be aware, a few dudes from a GVSU nonfiction filmmaking class spent the part of last semester filming a documentary on the DAAC. The fruits of their labor, "Heartside Story: A DAACumentary," will be on a display at special FREE screening tomorrow evening at 7:30pm. It looks so intense! Trailer: Also check out the $6 show that follows: La Dispute - Tour Kickoff!! Native Downers A Hollywood Ending 8:30 PM $6 ALL AGES! Love, The DAAC

DAAC Board Meeting!

Sun, 25 May 2008 23:28:12 -0500

The DAAC board meeting will be this Wednesday at 7:00pm at the DAAC! Please note the time change. As always, all are welcome. The Programming meeting will be at noon on May 31st, Saturday (at the DAAC).

Cable Roundup! & Meetings

Tue, 06 May 2008 13:08:24 -0500

If you have some working XLR and 1/4" mic and instrument cables that you'd like to donate to the DAAC, please bring them to our meeting at the DAAC on Wednesday May 14th at 9pm. We are also in need of some new speaker cables and a first aid kit, for which we will pitch in $.
Thanks for your continued support and willingness to improve the DAAC! Only one of these cables currently works!!

DAAC Board Meeting

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 18:41:38 -0500

The third official DAAC board meeting will be taking place this evening at 9pm at the DAAC. The public is welcome to attend!

Bummerville U.S.A: Population, us guys

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:50:39 -0500

It is with deepest regrets that we must inform you that Casiotone For The Painfully Alone and Clue To Kalo will not be able to perform tonight (or probably for a little while) because of an emergency medical situation. We think it will be OK, but keep your fingers crossed ok? We certainly wish them the best, but the show must go on! Pattern is Movement is still here to play for us tonight and we are going to try to get another of our local friends to play last minute. does anyone out there want to? let us know. If you already purchased a ticket, you are entitled for a full refund if you like. or you can still come to the show and receive a $3 refund. either way you can come down at show time to receive your refund and/or see the show. feel free to donate the remainder to the DAAC if you so desire. we wouldn't stop you :) Hope to see you tonight in one capacity or another! sincerely, The DAAC

The DAAC on Muxtape!!

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 17:58:34 -0500

Hello friends! It's 2008 and we are on muxtape!! What is Muxtape you ask? Muxtape is a rad new website that lets you upload MP3s and sequence them into a mix of your very own. Our Muxtape will feature songs by performers at upcoming shows. Check them out here: http://thedaac.muxtape.com oh, and there is RSS too!

NEW DAAC BOARD ELECTED

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 18:49:08 -0500

As you may have heard the DAAC board was elected in what may have been the most democratic discussion about elections of all time. There will be 17 board members HOWEVER as ALWAYS we would like to encourage everyone at any time to attend meetings. HERE IS YOUR DAAC BOARD Victoria Mike Brad Kolin Alison Jon Brianna Joe jenn George Chad Adam Not Pictured but coming soon. Dustin Steve Jill

Welcome DAAC Weekend!

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 18:48:42 -0500

The deadline for self-nominations for the DAAC Board have been extended to Welcome DAAC Weekend. If you plan on running, please show up for the public election on March 30th, Sunday, at noon. If you cannot attend, you can submit your nomination the forums. Also, check out these tickets made up special for Welcome DAAC Weekend: You can pick them up in advance from our friends at Vertigo Music down the street. You can get tickets for each day at $8 a piece or a three day pass for only $20!

VOTE!!

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 17:44:18 -0500

The DAAC will be, for the first time, officialized by a public election of its board members. If you feel you have something to contribute to the DAAC and would like to be on the board, please submit your self-nomination to this thread. Online nominations should include a brief description of yourself and why you are interested in serving on the DAAC board. Nominations are due by March 20th at noon. Nominees must attend the election meeting on March 30th at NOON. Be prepared to give a brief (under 3 minute) speech as to why you should be on the board. Everyone is strongly encouraged to come and vote. The Election will take place March 30th at noon, at the DAAC as a part of the Welcome DAAC Weekend. A vegan buffet will be happening immediately after this!

Making the Space Better

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 21:36:23 -0500

This coming Saturday, March 1st, we will be meeting at the DAAC from noon to 6pm to do Space renovations. The list of to-do's is quite long and documented on the forum. Please come and help!!