504ward is back and better than ever with the relaunch of its networking event series at the upcoming Cool & Connected party, taking place this Saturday during White Linen Night on August 3 from 6 – 9 p.m. at Common House. 504ward Cool & Connected, which began in 2012 as 504ward’s signature Connections Party, is a white-clad summertime soirée that takes place during the annual White Linen Night, bringing together local artists, creatives, and other professionals for an interactive experience celebrating art and culture.

With temperatures projected to average 95 degrees on August 3, Cool & Connected will serve as a welcome respite from the heat while providing guests with the opportunity to check out the newly-opened Common House space and a variety of artists on display, including B. Mike (Studio BE), Trenity Thomas, 16-year-old YAYA artist and muralist INK BOY, and others. The event will also feature fashion illustrator and artist Rhonda Corley, doing live sketching of the evening’s fashion, the DJ stylings of D R. J A X from local DJ duo Dr. Romance sponsored by the Rabbit Hole, as well as unlimited restroom access and air conditioning.

Tickets are just $35 on Eventbrite.