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SUMMARY:La Cocina de Loisaida: Puerto Rican Fiesta de Tapas
DESCRIPTION:La Cocina de Loisaida is a monthly in-person cooking class series presented by The Loisaida Center and Essex Market\, where longtime Lower East Sider and home chef Maria Bido shares authentic Puerto Rican recipes and cooking techniques. Each month we’ll explore a new batch of family favorites\, all based in Puerto Rican flavors and using ingredients from Essex Market. \nThis month we’re going to enjoy an amazing Puerto Rican Tapas class! Our menu consists of Pionones\, Picadillo\, Relleno de Papa\, and Limber de Coco. The dishes we will make are a phenomenal combination of traditional Caribbean Flavors! This class will be about 2 hours long and include time to savor the dishes you prepare together as a group. \nBuy your tickets now on Eventbrite!
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/la-cocina-de-loisaida-puerto-rican-fiesta-de-tapas/
LOCATION:Essex Market – Essex Kitchen\, 88 Essex Street (Mezzanine Level)\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:2023,Community Events and Resources,Paid Events,Presented by The Loisaida Inc. Center
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SUMMARY:Nuyorican Poets Café at Loisaida Center Presents: Open Mic hosted by Solpreme
DESCRIPTION:Nuyorican Poets Café at Loisaida Center Presents: Open Mic hosted by Solpreme\n$16.50 – $16.50 including fees\n\n\nJoin the Nuyorican Poets Café for our off-site edition of the OPEN MIC hosted by Solpreme during our 3-year #Nuyoricanstruction of our building – at the nearby Loisaida Center in the Lower East Side (“Loisaida”) in Manhattan\, New York City! \n\nIn-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center\, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D)\, Manhattan\, NY 10009. Buy ticket(s) in advance or at the door – signup sheet to perform in the openmic is at the stage after you enter.\n\nWinter & Spring 2024 Wednesday dates:\n* 1/31\n* 2/28\n* 3/13 & 3/27\n* 4/10 & 4/24\n* and: 5/8 & 5/22/2024\n\n** Doors open at 6 P.M. **\n** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **\n\nAll art forms are welcome: poetry\, short stories\, comedy\, monologues\, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes max. per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or the link to your online audio URL to info <at> nuyorican.org in advance.\n \nNote: all performers will be live-taped and an edited version will be shared on the Nuyorican Poets Café’s social media pages. Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed.\n\nTickets:\n* $15 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances\, same price)\n* $15 (at the door at the Loisaida Center\, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only\, no cash)\n\n#####
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/nuyorican-poets-cafe-at-loisaida-center-presents-open-mic-hosted-by-solpreme-3/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:2024,Community Events and Resources,Event/Opening,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223506
CREATED:20240501T142335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T142356Z
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SUMMARY:W.O.W. Open Mic - a Nuyorican Poets Café offsite event at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:W.O.W. Open Mic – a Nuyorican Poets Café offsite event at Loisaida Center\n$16.50 – $16.50 including fees\n\n\nJoin the Nuyorican Poets Café (NPC) for the off-site edition of our monthly WOMXN ORATORS WEDNESDAY Open Mic during our 3-year #Nuyoricanstruction of our building – at the nearby Loisaida Center in the Lower East Side (“Loisaida”) in Manhattan\, New York City! \n\nHosted by Felicia Cade aka ‘Rise Felicia‘ in-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center\, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D)\, Manhattan\, NY 10009. Please note: all performances are live-streamed on Loisaida’s YouTube live-stream channel and recorded for NPC’s social media platforms to be uploaded at a later time.\n\n** On the first Wednesday of each month. **\n** Doors open at 6 P.M. **\n** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **\n\nTickets:\n$15 (plus online fee) for performers or audience/viewing (same price).\n$15 (at the door\, via credit card or Zelle or Apple Pay\, no cash)\n\n#####\n\n\n<<Ticket link>>
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/w-o-w-open-mic-a-nuyorican-poets-cafe-offsite-event-at-loisaida-center/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:2024,Community Events and Resources,Event/Opening,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223506
CREATED:20240501T142541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T142613Z
UID:10000583-1717005600-1717014600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Open Mic hosted by Solpreme - a Nuyorican Poets Café offsite event at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic hosted by Solpreme – a Nuyorican Poets Café offsite event at Loisaida Center\n$16.50 – $16.50 including fees\n\n\nJoin the Nuyorican Poets Café for our off-site edition of the OPEN MIC hosted by Solpreme during our 3-year #Nuyoricanstruction of our building – at the nearby Loisaida Center in the Lower East Side (“Loisaida”) in Manhattan\, New York City! \n\nIn-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center\, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D)\, Manhattan\, NY 10009. Buy ticket(s) in advance or at the door – signup sheet to perform in the openmic is at the stage after you enter.\n\nWinter & Spring 2024 Wednesday dates:\n* 1/31\n* 2/28\n* 3/13 & 3/27\n* 4/10 & 4/24\n* and: 5/8 & 5/29/2024\n\n** Doors open at 6 P.M. **\n** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **\n\nAll art forms are welcome: poetry\, short stories\, comedy\, monologues\, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes max. per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or the link to your online audio URL to info <at> nuyorican.org in advance.\n \nNote: all performers will be live-taped and an edited version will be shared on the Nuyorican Poets Café’s social media pages. Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed.\n\nTickets:\n* $15 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances\, same price)\n* $15 (at the door at the Loisaida Center\, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only\, no cash)\n\n#####\n\n\n<<Ticket Link>>
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/open-mic-hosted-by-solpreme-a-nuyorican-poets-cafe-offsite-event-at-loisaida-center/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:2024,Community Events and Resources,Event/Opening,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223506
CREATED:20241122T075415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T075452Z
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SUMMARY:W.O.W. Open Mic - a Nuyorican Poets Cafe offsite event at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s off-site edition of the WOMXN ORATOR WEDNESDAY (“W.O.W.”) Open Mic at the Loisaida Center in the Lower East Side (“Loisaida”)!\nOpen to all genres including poetry\, music\, comedy\, and story-telling.\n\n\nHosted by Felicia Cade aka ‘Rise Felicia’ in-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center\, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D)\, Manhattan\, NY 10009. Please note: all performances are live-streamed on Loisaida’s and our Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording is available to watch on our YouTube channel right thereafter).\n\n** On the first Wednesday of each month. **\n** Doors open at 6 P.M. **\n** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **\n\nTickets:\n$10 (plus online fee) for performers or audience/viewing (same price).\n$10 (at the door\, via credit card or Zelle or Apple Pay\, no cash)\n\n\nGet Tickets
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/w-o-w-open-mic-a-nuyorican-poets-cafe-offsite-event-at-loisaida-center-5/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:2024,Community Events and Resources,Event/Opening,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250402T203000
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SUMMARY:Nuyorican Poets Cafe W.O.W. Open Mic at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Nuyorican Poets Cafe W.O.W (Womxn Orator Wednesday) Open Mic \nEvery First Wednesday of the Month from 6 to 8:30 pm at the Loisaida Center! \nOpen to all genres including poetry\, music\, comedy\, and storytelling. \nHosted by @sumbodies_mama in-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center\, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D)\, Manhattan\, NY 10009. Please note: all performances are live-streamed on Loisaida’s and our Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording is available to watch on our YouTube channel right thereafter). \n** On the first Wednesday of each month. **\n** Doors open at 6 P.M. **\n** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. ** \nTickets:\n$10 (plus online fee) for performers or audience/viewing (same price).\n$10 (at the door\, via credit card or Zelle or Apple Pay\, no cash) \n<<RSVP link>>
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/nuyorican-poets-cafe-w-o-w-open-mic-at-loisaida-center-3/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250409T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250409T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T134218Z
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SUMMARY:Nuyorican Poets Cafe Open Mic Wednesdays hosted by Solpreme at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Wednesdays in partnership with Nuyorican Poets Cafe is every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. \nThe slam will be hosted by @orgsolpreme in person and on stage at the Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, NY\, NY 10009\, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM! \nOpen to all genres including poetry\, music\, comedy\, and storytelling. All art forms are welcome: poetry\, short stories\, humor\, monologues\, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes maximum per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or your online audio URL link to chris@loisaida.org in advance. \nNote:  All performances will be recorded and live-streamed via LoisaidaTV and the Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording will be available to watch on our YouTube channel immediately afterward). Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed. If you missed attending and/or would like to re-watch your performance\, find the recorded videos on our YouTube. \n\nBy attending and/or participating in these Open Mic events\, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness will be recorded and/or photographed and may be used for promotional or educational purposes by both the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and Loisaida Center.\n\nTickets:\n* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances\, same price)\n* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center\, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only\, no cash)\n\n<<Purchase Tickets – Click Here>>
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/nuyorican-poets-cafe-open-mic-wednesdays-hosted-by-solpreme-at-loisaida-center/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Event/Opening,Paid Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250327T133546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T134543Z
UID:10000691-1745071200-1745085600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Woodworking - Session 2: Tools & Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Course Title: Basics of Woodworking\nClass Schedule: Saturdays\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (April 12 – May 24)\nDuration: 7 sessions (28 hours total)\nCapacity and Target Audience: 6 Students – Beginners with no prior woodworking experience\nLocation: Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY 10009\nInstructor: Josué Guarionex Colón \nRegister here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xu2y4dt \n\nScope of Work\n\nObjective:\nProvide participants with foundational woodworking skills\, safety protocols\, and hands-on experience to build small projects independently.\nLearning Outcomes:\n\nUnderstand and apply woodworking safety standards.\nIdentify and use essential woodworking tools and materials.\nMeasure\, cut\, and assemble wood accurately.\nFinish a personal woodworking project.\n\n\nResources Provided:\n\nTools: Saws\, drills\, clamps\, sanders\, measuring tapes\, etc.\nMaterials: Lumber\, screws\, glue\, sandpaper\, and protective equipment.\nInstructional handouts and project templates.\n\n\nKey Deliverables:\n\nCompleted personal project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nParticipant certificate of completion.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum\nSession 1: Introduction to Woodworking & Safety\n\nOverview of tools and materials.\nShop safety rules and demonstration.\nBasic measuring and marking techniques.\n\nSession 2: Tools & Techniques\n\nHands-on practice: saws (manual and power)\, drills\, and sanders.\nTechniques for cutting\, drilling\, and sanding.\n\nSession 3: Wood Joints & Assembly Basics\n\nIntroduction to types of wood joints (butt\, miter\, dado).\nPractice assembling a simple joint.\n\nSession 4: Project Planning & Material Preparation\n\nSelecting and measuring materials for the project.\nCutting and preparing wood pieces.\n\nSession 5: Assembly and Construction\n\nAssembling the project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nTips for ensuring structural integrity.\n\nSession 6: Sanding and Finishing\n\nSanding techniques for smooth surfaces.\nIntroduction to wood finishes (paint\, varnish\, stains).\n\nSession 7: Final Touches and Reflection\n\nCompleting the project and applying finishes.\nGroup project showcase and feedback session.\n\n\nAssessment:\nParticipants will be evaluated on their ability to follow safety protocols\, demonstrate basic skills\, and complete their project within the course timeline. \nRequirements:\nParticipants must wear closed-toe shoes\, and the program will provide safety goggles.
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/basics-of-woodworking-session-2-tools-techniques/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artists in Residence,Workshop / Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250402T134803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T180856Z
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SUMMARY:Nuyorican Poets Cafe Open Mic Wednesdays hosted by Solpreme at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Wednesdays in partnership with Nuyorican Poets Cafe is every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. \nThe slam will be hosted by @orgsolpreme in person and on stage at the Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, NY\, NY 10009\, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM! \nOpen to all genres including poetry\, music\, comedy\, and storytelling. All art forms are welcome: poetry\, short stories\, humor\, monologues\, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes maximum per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or your online audio URL link to chris@loisaida.org in advance. \nNote:  All performances will be recorded and live-streamed via LoisaidaTV and the Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording will be available to watch on our YouTube channel immediately afterward). Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed. If you missed attending and/or would like to re-watch your performance\, find the recorded videos on our YouTube. \n\nBy attending and/or participating in these Open Mic events\, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness will be recorded and/or photographed and may be used for promotional or educational purposes by both the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and Loisaida Center.\n\nTickets:\n* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances\, same price)\n* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center\, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only\, no cash)\n\n<<Purchase Tickets – Click Here>>
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/nuyorican-poets-cafe-open-mic-wednesdays-hosted-by-solpreme-at-loisaida-center-2/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250327T133731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T133731Z
UID:10000692-1745676000-1745690400@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Woodworking - Session 3: Wood Joints & Assembly Basics
DESCRIPTION:Course Title: Basics of Woodworking\nClass Schedule: Saturdays\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (April 12 – May 24)\nDuration: 7 sessions (28 hours total)\nCapacity and Target Audience: 6 Students – Beginners with no prior woodworking experience\nLocation: Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY 10009\nInstructor: Josué Guarionex Colón \nRegister here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xu2y4dt \n\nScope of Work\n\nObjective:\nProvide participants with foundational woodworking skills\, safety protocols\, and hands-on experience to build small projects independently.\nLearning Outcomes:\n\nUnderstand and apply woodworking safety standards.\nIdentify and use essential woodworking tools and materials.\nMeasure\, cut\, and assemble wood accurately.\nFinish a personal woodworking project.\n\n\nResources Provided:\n\nTools: Saws\, drills\, clamps\, sanders\, measuring tapes\, etc.\nMaterials: Lumber\, screws\, glue\, sandpaper\, and protective equipment.\nInstructional handouts and project templates.\n\n\nKey Deliverables:\n\nCompleted personal project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nParticipant certificate of completion.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum\nSession 1: Introduction to Woodworking & Safety\n\nOverview of tools and materials.\nShop safety rules and demonstration.\nBasic measuring and marking techniques.\n\nSession 2: Tools & Techniques\n\nHands-on practice: saws (manual and power)\, drills\, and sanders.\nTechniques for cutting\, drilling\, and sanding.\n\nSession 3: Wood Joints & Assembly Basics\n\nIntroduction to types of wood joints (butt\, miter\, dado).\nPractice assembling a simple joint.\n\nSession 4: Project Planning & Material Preparation\n\nSelecting and measuring materials for the project.\nCutting and preparing wood pieces.\n\nSession 5: Assembly and Construction\n\nAssembling the project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nTips for ensuring structural integrity.\n\nSession 6: Sanding and Finishing\n\nSanding techniques for smooth surfaces.\nIntroduction to wood finishes (paint\, varnish\, stains).\n\nSession 7: Final Touches and Reflection\n\nCompleting the project and applying finishes.\nGroup project showcase and feedback session.\n\n\nAssessment:\nParticipants will be evaluated on their ability to follow safety protocols\, demonstrate basic skills\, and complete their project within the course timeline. \nRequirements:\nParticipants must wear closed-toe shoes\, and the program will provide safety goggles.
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/basics-of-woodworking-session-3-wood-joints-assembly-basics/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artists in Residence,Workshop / Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screen-Shot-2025-03-27-at-9.29.39-AM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250327T133936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T133936Z
UID:10000693-1746280800-1746295200@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Woodworking - Session 4: Project Planning & Material Preparation
DESCRIPTION:Course Title: Basics of Woodworking\nClass Schedule: Saturdays\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (April 12 – May 24)\nDuration: 7 sessions (28 hours total)\nCapacity and Target Audience: 6 Students – Beginners with no prior woodworking experience\nLocation: Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY 10009\nInstructor: Josué Guarionex Colón \nRegister here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xu2y4dt \n\nScope of Work\n\nObjective:\nProvide participants with foundational woodworking skills\, safety protocols\, and hands-on experience to build small projects independently.\nLearning Outcomes:\n\nUnderstand and apply woodworking safety standards.\nIdentify and use essential woodworking tools and materials.\nMeasure\, cut\, and assemble wood accurately.\nFinish a personal woodworking project.\n\n\nResources Provided:\n\nTools: Saws\, drills\, clamps\, sanders\, measuring tapes\, etc.\nMaterials: Lumber\, screws\, glue\, sandpaper\, and protective equipment.\nInstructional handouts and project templates.\n\n\nKey Deliverables:\n\nCompleted personal project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nParticipant certificate of completion.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum\nSession 1: Introduction to Woodworking & Safety\n\nOverview of tools and materials.\nShop safety rules and demonstration.\nBasic measuring and marking techniques.\n\nSession 2: Tools & Techniques\n\nHands-on practice: saws (manual and power)\, drills\, and sanders.\nTechniques for cutting\, drilling\, and sanding.\n\nSession 3: Wood Joints & Assembly Basics\n\nIntroduction to types of wood joints (butt\, miter\, dado).\nPractice assembling a simple joint.\n\nSession 4: Project Planning & Material Preparation\n\nSelecting and measuring materials for the project.\nCutting and preparing wood pieces.\n\nSession 5: Assembly and Construction\n\nAssembling the project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nTips for ensuring structural integrity.\n\nSession 6: Sanding and Finishing\n\nSanding techniques for smooth surfaces.\nIntroduction to wood finishes (paint\, varnish\, stains).\n\nSession 7: Final Touches and Reflection\n\nCompleting the project and applying finishes.\nGroup project showcase and feedback session.\n\n\nAssessment:\nParticipants will be evaluated on their ability to follow safety protocols\, demonstrate basic skills\, and complete their project within the course timeline. \nRequirements:\nParticipants must wear closed-toe shoes\, and the program will provide safety goggles.
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/basics-of-woodworking-session-4-project-planning-material-preparation/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artists in Residence,Workshop / Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250409T160121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T165419Z
UID:10000704-1746297000-1746304200@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Mixed Poetics 3 - BODIES
DESCRIPTION:MIXED POETICS 3\nBODIES\nProduced by Miah Artola \nFeaturing works by: Manon Wada\, Hiromi Kiba\, Miah Artola\, Patrick Todd\, Amy Hosig\, Art Jones\, Andrea Frierson\, Townsend West\, Marcelo Siles\, Mark Mayer\, James Long\, Melissa Grey\, David Morneau \nDate: Saturday\, May 3rd 2025  \nTime: 6:30 – 8:30 pm\nLocation: Loisaida Inc 710 East 9th Street New York\, NY 10009\n \nAdmission: $20/ $10 (All funds will support participating artists!)  \nPay with Venmo (must have/create Venmo account)  \nAdmission can also be paid at the door.
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/mixed-poetics-3-bodies/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Mixed-Poetics-3.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Mixed Poetics":MAILTO:artoladigital@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250507T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250503T192101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T185658Z
UID:10000706-1746640800-1746649800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Nuyorican Poets Cafe W.O.W. Open Mic at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Nuyorican Poets Cafe W.O.W (Womxn Orator Wednesday) Open Mic\nEvery First Wednesday of the Month from 6 to 8:30 pm at the Loisaida Center! \nHosted by Sumbodies Mama in-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center\, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D)\, Manhattan\, NY 10009. Please note: all performances are live-streamed on Loisaida’s and our Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording is available to watch on our YouTube channel right thereafter). \n** On the first Wednesday of each month. **\n** Doors open at 6 P.M. **\n** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **\nTickets:\n$10 (plus online fee) for performers or audience/viewing (same price).\n$10 (at the door\, via credit card or Zelle or Apple Pay\, no cash \n\n** NOTICE: By attending and/or participating in events by the Nuyorican Poets Cafe\, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness may be recorded and/or photographed. **\n\n** All art forms are welcome: poetry\, short stories\, comedy\, monologues\, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes max. per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or the link to your online audio URL to chris@loisaida.org in advance. **\n\n###
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/nuyorican-poets-cafe-w-o-w-open-mic-at-loisaida-center-4/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WOW.png
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250327T134112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T134112Z
UID:10000694-1746885600-1746900000@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Woodworking - Session 5: Assembly and Construction
DESCRIPTION:Course Title: Basics of Woodworking\nClass Schedule: Saturdays\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (April 12 – May 24)\nDuration: 7 sessions (28 hours total)\nCapacity and Target Audience: 6 Students – Beginners with no prior woodworking experience\nLocation: Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY 10009\nInstructor: Josué Guarionex Colón \nRegister here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xu2y4dt \n\nScope of Work\n\nObjective:\nProvide participants with foundational woodworking skills\, safety protocols\, and hands-on experience to build small projects independently.\nLearning Outcomes:\n\nUnderstand and apply woodworking safety standards.\nIdentify and use essential woodworking tools and materials.\nMeasure\, cut\, and assemble wood accurately.\nFinish a personal woodworking project.\n\n\nResources Provided:\n\nTools: Saws\, drills\, clamps\, sanders\, measuring tapes\, etc.\nMaterials: Lumber\, screws\, glue\, sandpaper\, and protective equipment.\nInstructional handouts and project templates.\n\n\nKey Deliverables:\n\nCompleted personal project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nParticipant certificate of completion.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum\nSession 1: Introduction to Woodworking & Safety\n\nOverview of tools and materials.\nShop safety rules and demonstration.\nBasic measuring and marking techniques.\n\nSession 2: Tools & Techniques\n\nHands-on practice: saws (manual and power)\, drills\, and sanders.\nTechniques for cutting\, drilling\, and sanding.\n\nSession 3: Wood Joints & Assembly Basics\n\nIntroduction to types of wood joints (butt\, miter\, dado).\nPractice assembling a simple joint.\n\nSession 4: Project Planning & Material Preparation\n\nSelecting and measuring materials for the project.\nCutting and preparing wood pieces.\n\nSession 5: Assembly and Construction\n\nAssembling the project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nTips for ensuring structural integrity.\n\nSession 6: Sanding and Finishing\n\nSanding techniques for smooth surfaces.\nIntroduction to wood finishes (paint\, varnish\, stains).\n\nSession 7: Final Touches and Reflection\n\nCompleting the project and applying finishes.\nGroup project showcase and feedback session.\n\n\nAssessment:\nParticipants will be evaluated on their ability to follow safety protocols\, demonstrate basic skills\, and complete their project within the course timeline. \nRequirements:\nParticipants must wear closed-toe shoes\, and the program will provide safety goggles.
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/basics-of-woodworking-session-5-assembly-and-construction/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artists in Residence,Workshop / Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screen-Shot-2025-03-27-at-9.29.39-AM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250514T060000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250514T193618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T193618Z
UID:10000711-1747202400-1747254600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Nuyorican Poets Cafe Open Mic Wednesdays hosted by Solpreme at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Wednesdays in partnership with Nuyorican Poets Cafe is every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. \nThe slam will be hosted by @orgsolpreme in person and on stage at the Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, NY\, NY 10009\, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM! \nOpen to all genres including poetry\, music\, comedy\, and storytelling. All art forms are welcome: poetry\, short stories\, humor\, monologues\, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes maximum per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or your online audio URL link to chris@loisaida.org in advance. \nNote:  All performances will be recorded and live-streamed via LoisaidaTV and the Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording will be available to watch on our YouTube channel immediately afterward). Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed. If you missed attending and/or would like to re-watch your performance\, find the recorded videos on our YouTube. \n\nBy attending and/or participating in these Open Mic events\, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness will be recorded and/or photographed and may be used for promotional or educational purposes by both the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and Loisaida Center.\n\nTickets:\n* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticketing page (for either audience/viewing or performances\, same price)\n* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center\, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only\, no cash)\n\n<<Purchase Tickets – Click Here>>
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/nuyorican-poets-cafe-open-mic-wednesdays-hosted-by-solpreme-at-loisaida-center-3/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SOLPREME.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250517T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250603T035425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T165053Z
UID:10000716-1747486800-1747495800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Acting Fundamentals: The 15 Week Course
DESCRIPTION:Around the Block Teatro offers a 15-week Acting Fundamentals course led by Nikaury Rodriguez at the Loisaida Center. \nDesigned for beginner and intermediate actors\, the program focuses on self-awareness\, truthful reactions\, and character development through theatre games\, embodiment exercises\, script analysis\, and improvisation. \nClasses are held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. \nTuition is $350\, with scholarships and payment plans available. \nTo apply for a scholarship or to register\, visit: https://www.aroundtheblockteatro.org/
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/acting-fundamentals-the-15-week-course/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Paid Events,Workshop / Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250517T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250517T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250327T134336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T134336Z
UID:10000695-1747490400-1747504800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Woodworking - Session 6: Sanding and Finishing
DESCRIPTION:Course Title: Basics of Woodworking\nClass Schedule: Saturdays\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (April 12 – May 24)\nDuration: 7 sessions (28 hours total)\nCapacity and Target Audience: 6 Students – Beginners with no prior woodworking experience\nLocation: Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY 10009\nInstructor: Josué Guarionex Colón \nRegister here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xu2y4dt \n\nScope of Work\n\nObjective:\nProvide participants with foundational woodworking skills\, safety protocols\, and hands-on experience to build small projects independently.\nLearning Outcomes:\n\nUnderstand and apply woodworking safety standards.\nIdentify and use essential woodworking tools and materials.\nMeasure\, cut\, and assemble wood accurately.\nFinish a personal woodworking project.\n\n\nResources Provided:\n\nTools: Saws\, drills\, clamps\, sanders\, measuring tapes\, etc.\nMaterials: Lumber\, screws\, glue\, sandpaper\, and protective equipment.\nInstructional handouts and project templates.\n\n\nKey Deliverables:\n\nCompleted personal project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nParticipant certificate of completion.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum\nSession 1: Introduction to Woodworking & Safety\n\nOverview of tools and materials.\nShop safety rules and demonstration.\nBasic measuring and marking techniques.\n\nSession 2: Tools & Techniques\n\nHands-on practice: saws (manual and power)\, drills\, and sanders.\nTechniques for cutting\, drilling\, and sanding.\n\nSession 3: Wood Joints & Assembly Basics\n\nIntroduction to types of wood joints (butt\, miter\, dado).\nPractice assembling a simple joint.\n\nSession 4: Project Planning & Material Preparation\n\nSelecting and measuring materials for the project.\nCutting and preparing wood pieces.\n\nSession 5: Assembly and Construction\n\nAssembling the project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nTips for ensuring structural integrity.\n\nSession 6: Sanding and Finishing\n\nSanding techniques for smooth surfaces.\nIntroduction to wood finishes (paint\, varnish\, stains).\n\nSession 7: Final Touches and Reflection\n\nCompleting the project and applying finishes.\nGroup project showcase and feedback session.\n\n\nAssessment:\nParticipants will be evaluated on their ability to follow safety protocols\, demonstrate basic skills\, and complete their project within the course timeline. \nRequirements:\nParticipants must wear closed-toe shoes\, and the program will provide safety goggles.
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/basics-of-woodworking-session-6-sanding-and-finishing/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artists in Residence,Workshop / Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screen-Shot-2025-03-27-at-9.29.39-AM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250603T040644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T040644Z
UID:10000717-1748091600-1748100600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Acting Fundamentals: The 15 Week Course
DESCRIPTION:Around the Block Teatro offers a 15-week Acting Fundamentals course led by Nikaury Rodriguez at the Loisaida Center. \nDesigned for beginner and intermediate actors\, the program focuses on self-awareness\, truthful reactions\, and character development through theatre games\, embodiment exercises\, script analysis\, and improvisation. \nClasses are held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. \nTuition is $350\, with scholarships and payment plans available. \nTo apply for a scholarship or to register\, visit: https://www.aroundtheblockteatro.org/
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/acting-fundamentals-the-15-week-course-2/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Paid Events,Workshop / Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250327T134531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T134617Z
UID:10000696-1748095200-1748109600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Woodworking - Session 7: Final Touches and Reflection
DESCRIPTION:Course Title: Basics of Woodworking\nClass Schedule: Saturdays\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (April 12 – May 24)\nDuration: 7 sessions (28 hours total)\nCapacity and Target Audience: 6 Students – Beginners with no prior woodworking experience\nLocation: Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY 10009\nInstructor: Josué Guarionex Colón \nRegister here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xu2y4dt \n\nScope of Work\n\nObjective:\nProvide participants with foundational woodworking skills\, safety protocols\, and hands-on experience to build small projects independently.\nLearning Outcomes:\n\nUnderstand and apply woodworking safety standards.\nIdentify and use essential woodworking tools and materials.\nMeasure\, cut\, and assemble wood accurately.\nFinish a personal woodworking project.\n\n\nResources Provided:\n\nTools: Saws\, drills\, clamps\, sanders\, measuring tapes\, etc.\nMaterials: Lumber\, screws\, glue\, sandpaper\, and protective equipment.\nInstructional handouts and project templates.\n\n\nKey Deliverables:\n\nCompleted personal project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nParticipant certificate of completion.\n\n\n\n\nCurriculum\nSession 1: Introduction to Woodworking & Safety\n\nOverview of tools and materials.\nShop safety rules and demonstration.\nBasic measuring and marking techniques.\n\nSession 2: Tools & Techniques\n\nHands-on practice: saws (manual and power)\, drills\, and sanders.\nTechniques for cutting\, drilling\, and sanding.\n\nSession 3: Wood Joints & Assembly Basics\n\nIntroduction to types of wood joints (butt\, miter\, dado).\nPractice assembling a simple joint.\n\nSession 4: Project Planning & Material Preparation\n\nSelecting and measuring materials for the project.\nCutting and preparing wood pieces.\n\nSession 5: Assembly and Construction\n\nAssembling the project (e.g.\, a small table or shelf).\nTips for ensuring structural integrity.\n\nSession 6: Sanding and Finishing\n\nSanding techniques for smooth surfaces.\nIntroduction to wood finishes (paint\, varnish\, stains).\n\nSession 7: Final Touches and Reflection\n\nCompleting the project and applying finishes.\nGroup project showcase and feedback session.\n\n\nAssessment:\nParticipants will be evaluated on their ability to follow safety protocols\, demonstrate basic skills\, and complete their project within the course timeline. \nRequirements:\nParticipants must wear closed-toe shoes\, and the program will provide safety goggles.
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/basics-of-woodworking-session-7-final-touches-and-reflection/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artists in Residence,Workshop / Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screen-Shot-2025-03-27-at-9.29.39-AM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250514T193856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T193856Z
UID:10000712-1748455200-1748464200@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Nuyorican Poets Cafe Open Mic Wednesdays hosted by Solpreme at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Wednesdays in partnership with Nuyorican Poets Cafe is every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. \nThe slam will be hosted by @orgsolpreme in person and on stage at the Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street\, NY\, NY 10009\, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM! \nOpen to all genres including poetry\, music\, comedy\, and storytelling. All art forms are welcome: poetry\, short stories\, humor\, monologues\, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes maximum per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or your online audio URL link to chris@loisaida.org in advance. \nNote:  All performances will be recorded and live-streamed via LoisaidaTV and the Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording will be available to watch on our YouTube channel immediately afterward). Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed. If you missed attending and/or would like to re-watch your performance\, find the recorded videos on our YouTube. \n\nBy attending and/or participating in these Open Mic events\, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness will be recorded and/or photographed and may be used for promotional or educational purposes by both the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and Loisaida Center.\n\nTickets:\n* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticketing page (for either audience/viewing or performances\, same price)\n* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center\, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only\, no cash)\n\n<<Purchase Tickets – Click Here>>
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/nuyorican-poets-cafe-open-mic-wednesdays-hosted-by-solpreme-at-loisaida-center-4/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SOLPREME-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250603T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250517T045735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T050002Z
UID:10000713-1748975400-1748980800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:¡Comedia en Español!
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 3\n\n\n\n¡Comedia en Español!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNoche de chistes para la comunidad hispanoparlante. Mujeres chistosas\, Noche fabulosa! Con Suni Reyes (Comedy Central\, HBO Max) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and time\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nTuesday\, June 3 · 7 – 8 pm EDT.\nDoors at 6:30 pm\nAges 18+\n\nRSVP HERE
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/comedia-en-espanol/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Noche-Fabulosa.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250614T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250614T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250626T200609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T200609Z
UID:10000721-1749906000-1749915000@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Acting Fundamentals: The 15 Week Course
DESCRIPTION:Around the Block Teatro offers a 15-week Acting Fundamentals course led by Nikaury Rodriguez at the Loisaida Center. \nDesigned for beginner and intermediate actors\, the program focuses on self-awareness\, truthful reactions\, and character development through theatre games\, embodiment exercises\, script analysis\, and improvisation. \nClasses are held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. \nTuition is $350\, with scholarships and payment plans available. \nTo apply for a scholarship or to register\, visit: https://www.aroundtheblockteatro.org/
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/acting-fundamentals-the-15-week-course-3/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Paid Events,Workshop / Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250621T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250626T200829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T200829Z
UID:10000722-1750510800-1750519800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Acting Fundamentals: The 15 Week Course
DESCRIPTION:Around the Block Teatro offers a 15-week Acting Fundamentals course led by Nikaury Rodriguez at the Loisaida Center. \nDesigned for beginner and intermediate actors\, the program focuses on self-awareness\, truthful reactions\, and character development through theatre games\, embodiment exercises\, script analysis\, and improvisation. \nClasses are held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. \nTuition is $350\, with scholarships and payment plans available. \nTo apply for a scholarship or to register\, visit: https://www.aroundtheblockteatro.org/
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/acting-fundamentals-the-15-week-course-4/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Paid Events,Workshop / Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250625T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250616T235158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T235426Z
UID:10000718-1750876200-1750883400@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:OPEN MIC WEDNESDAYS
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nuyorican Poets Cafe for our off-site edition of the OPEN MIC hosted by Brian Acosta Arya during our 3-year #Nuyoricanstruction of our building – at the nearby Loisaida Center in the Lower East Side (“Loisaida”) in Manhattan\, New York City!\n\nIn-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center\, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D)\, Manhattan\, NY 10009. Buy ticket(s) in advance or at the door – the signup sheet to perform in the openmic is at the tickets/welcome table (near the stage) after you enter.\n\n** Held on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month. **\n** (Note: except during the summer months in July & August 2025) ***\n** Doors open at 6 P.M. **\n** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **\n\nAll art forms are welcome: poetry\, short stories\, comedy\, monologues\, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes max. per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, the digital signup sheet at the stage will provide an online form to upload your audio files.\n\n** Note: all performances will be recorded and live-streamed on Loisaida’s and our Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channel. Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed. If you missed attending and/or would like to re-watch your own performance\, find the recorded videos on our YouTube channel. **\n \n** NOTICE: By attending and/or participating in events by the Nuyorican Poets Cafe\, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness may be recorded and/or photographed. **\n\nTickets:\n* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances\, same price)\n* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center\, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only\, no cash)\n\n###\n\n\nHide Info
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/open-mic-wednesdays/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Community Events and Resources,Paid Events
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UID:10000723-1751115600-1751124600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Acting Fundamentals: The 15 Week Course
DESCRIPTION:Around the Block Teatro offers a 15-week Acting Fundamentals course led by Nikaury Rodriguez at the Loisaida Center. \nDesigned for beginner and intermediate actors\, the program focuses on self-awareness\, truthful reactions\, and character development through theatre games\, embodiment exercises\, script analysis\, and improvisation. \nClasses are held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. \nTuition is $350\, with scholarships and payment plans available. \nTo apply for a scholarship or to register\, visit: https://www.aroundtheblockteatro.org/
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/acting-fundamentals-the-15-week-course-5/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Paid Events,Workshop / Class
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DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250626T201332Z
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SUMMARY:Acting Fundamentals: The 15 Week Course
DESCRIPTION:Around the Block Teatro offers a 15-week Acting Fundamentals course led by Nikaury Rodriguez at the Loisaida Center. \nDesigned for beginner and intermediate actors\, the program focuses on self-awareness\, truthful reactions\, and character development through theatre games\, embodiment exercises\, script analysis\, and improvisation. \nClasses are held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. \nTuition is $350\, with scholarships and payment plans available. \nTo apply for a scholarship or to register\, visit: https://www.aroundtheblockteatro.org/
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/acting-fundamentals-the-15-week-course-6/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Paid Events,Workshop / Class
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250719T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250719T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250626T202931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T202931Z
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SUMMARY:Acting Fundamentals: The 15 Week Course
DESCRIPTION:Around the Block Teatro offers a 15-week Acting Fundamentals course led by Nikaury Rodriguez at the Loisaida Center. \nDesigned for beginner and intermediate actors\, the program focuses on self-awareness\, truthful reactions\, and character development through theatre games\, embodiment exercises\, script analysis\, and improvisation. \nClasses are held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. \nTuition is $350\, with scholarships and payment plans available. \nTo apply for a scholarship or to register\, visit: https://www.aroundtheblockteatro.org/
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/acting-fundamentals-the-15-week-course-7/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Paid Events,Workshop / Class
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250726T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250726T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250626T203044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T203218Z
UID:10000726-1753534800-1753543800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Acting Fundamentals: The 15 Week Course
DESCRIPTION:Around the Block Teatro offers a 15-week Acting Fundamentals course led by Nikaury Rodriguez at the Loisaida Center. \nDesigned for beginner and intermediate actors\, the program focuses on self-awareness\, truthful reactions\, and character development through theatre games\, embodiment exercises\, script analysis\, and improvisation. \nClasses are held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. \nTuition is $350\, with scholarships and payment plans available. \nTo apply for a scholarship or to register\, visit: https://www.aroundtheblockteatro.org/
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/acting-fundamentals-the-15-week-course-8/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Paid Events,Workshop / Class
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250903T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250903T144751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T141301Z
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SUMMARY:W.O.W. Open Mic & Open House @ The Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Loisaida\, Inc. and the Nuyorican Poets Cafe for the off-site edition of our monthly WOMXN ORATOR WEDNESDAY (“W.O.W.”) Open Mic\, hosted by Sumbodies Mama – at the Loisaida Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, NY\, NY 10009. Ticket(s) available at the door or in advance by following this link: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35133  – the signup sheet to perform in the open mic is at the tickets/welcome table (near the stage) after you enter.\n\n\nMore details:\n** Held on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month. **\n** (Note: except during the summer months in July & August 2025) ***\n** Doors open at 6 P.M. **\n** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **\n\nAll art forms are welcome:\nSpoken Word/Poetry\, Short Stories/Scripts\, Stand-Up Comedy\, Short Monologues/Excerpts\, 3-4 Minute Original Songs or Performances (Note: ORIGINAL songs only).\nFour minutes max. for each performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, the digital signup sheet at the stage will provide an online form to upload your audio files. ** Note: all performances will be recorded and live-streamed on Loisaida’s and our Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channel. Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed. If you missed attending and/or would like to re-watch your own performance\, find the recorded videos on our YouTube channel. **\n** NOTICE: By attending and/or participating in events by the Nuyorican Poets Cafe\, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness may be recorded and/or photographed. **\nTicket info here: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35133\n* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances\, same price)\n* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center\, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only\, no cash)\n\n  \nOur events are made possible in part through the support of Bloomberg Philanthropies\, the Howard Gilman Foundation\, the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs\, the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development\, the New York City Council\, the New York State Council on the Arts\, and the Mid-Atlantic Folk and Traditional Arts. \n\n###
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/w-o-w-open-mic-open-house-the-loisaida-center/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Community Events and Resources,Event/Presentation,Paid Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250910T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T223507
CREATED:20250903T181416Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Wednesdays at Loisaida Center hosted by: Brian Acosta Arya
DESCRIPTION:Join Loisaida Inc. and the Nuyorican Poets Cafe for our WEDNESDAYS OPEN MIC hosted by Brian Acosta Arya – at the Loisaida Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, NY\, NY 10009. Ticket(s) available at the door or in advance by following this link: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35133  – the signup sheet to perform in the open mic is at the tickets/welcome table (near the stage) after you enter.\nMore details:\n** Held on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month. **\n** (Note: except during the summer months in July & August 2025) ***\n** Doors open at 6 P.M. **\n** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **\n\nAll art forms are welcome:\nSpoken Word/Poetry\, Short Stories/Scripts\, Stand-Up Comedy\, Short Monologues/Excerpts\, 3-4 Minute Original Songs or Performances (Note: ORIGINAL songs only).\nFour minutes max. for each performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance\, the digital signup sheet at the stage will provide an online form to upload your audio files. ** Note: all performances will be recorded and live-streamed on Loisaida’s and our Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channel. Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed. If you missed attending and/or would like to re-watch your own performance\, find the recorded videos on our YouTube channel. **\n** NOTICE: By attending and/or participating in events by the Nuyorican Poets Cafe\, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness may be recorded and/or photographed. **\nTicket info here: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35133\n* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances\, same price)\n* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center\, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only\, no cash)\n\n###
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/open-mic-wednesdays-at-loisaida-center-hosted-by-brian-acosta-arya/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Event/Presentation,Paid Events,Partnerships
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