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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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
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SUMMARY:SENIOR DAY at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:SENIOR DAY at the LOISAIDA CENTER\nActivities include art workshops\, educational panels\, live music\, snacks\, coffee\, and more!\nSenior Day always takes place on the first Friday of the month (except for the month of June)\, from 10AM to 1PM. \nLocation: Loisaida\, Inc. Center\n710 E 9th Street\, New York\, NY 10009 \nQuestions? Contact Loisaida\, Inc. at\n(646) 726-4715\nor\ninfo@loisaida.org
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/senior-day-at-loisaida-center-13/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Community Events and Resources,Free Events,Free Workshop / Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260905T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260905T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T174538Z
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SUMMARY:Esta Isla Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:As part of the BoriCorridor Screening Tour\, Ágora Cultural Architects presents a special screening of Esta Isla\, an intimate\, thought-provoking film developed in Puerto Rico by a new generation of internationally recognized filmmakers. \nSynopsis: \nBebo\, a teenager from a coastal Puerto Rican town\, lives with his brother in a public housing complex. They fish for a living\, but growing desperation drives them to illegal dealings that promise easy money. When a job goes wrong and blood is spilled\, Bebo flees with Lola\, a wealthy girl seeking to escape her troubled reality. As they navigate the labyrinthine mountains\, they encounter remnants of a fading way of life\, contrasting with the violence that follows them. As hitmen close in\, Bebo must confront his choices and decide if redemption is possible\, or if the sea will be their final escape. \nA deeply personal and poignant portrait of the Puerto Rican experience that dives into the complexities of identity\, resilience\, and colonial legacy\, the film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival\, where it was honored with Best Cinematography\, Best New Director\, and the Jury Award. In 2026 it was nominated for the prestigious Spirit Awards\, where it won the John Cassavetes Award\, solidifying its place as one of the most celebrated Puerto Rican films.
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/esta-isla-film-screening/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260909T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z
CREATED:20260828T162519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162521Z
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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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260912T170000
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SUMMARY:Islands Within Archipelagos of Resistance
DESCRIPTION:Loisaida Inc. is excited to partner with multidisciplinary artist\, Lizania Cruz and the Adobe Creative Resident at MoMA for a day of community building at La Plaza Cultural de Armando Perez Community Garden. \nThrough readings\, conversation\, hands-on activities and music\, this program will invite audiences to listen to and learn from the individuals and organizations building resistance networks for environmental justice between the island of Manhattan\, Puerto Rico\, and its Diaspora. together\, participants will honor the Lower East Side legacy of community gardens as spaces of community building and environmental resilience. \nThis is a FREE EVENT! \nAt La Plaza Cultural \nSaturday\, September 12th \n12:00pm-5:00pm
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/islands-within-archipelagos-of-resistance/
LOCATION:La Plaza Cultural\, 700 E 9th Street\, New York\, 10009\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260915T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260915T190000
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CREATED:20260731T203031Z
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SUMMARY:Loisaida Center Backpack + School Supply Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:🎒 FREE BACKPACK & SCHOOL SUPPLY GIVEAWAY! 📚 \nThe Loisaida Center is excited to help families prepare for the new school year! \nJoin us for our Backpack & School Supply Giveaway\, where children will receive FREE backpacks filled with essential school supplies while supplies last. \n📅 Date: September 15th 2026\n🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n📍 Location: Loisaida Center 710 E 9th Street NY NY 10009 \nThis event is open to families with school-aged children. Come pick up everything your child needs to start the school year off right! \nSupplies are limited and will be distributed on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so we encourage families to arrive early. \nWe look forward to seeing you and wishing your students a successful and exciting school year! \nQuestions? Contact the Loisaida Center (646) 726-4715 / info@loisaida.org
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-center-backpack-school-supply-giveaway/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z
CREATED:20260828T162519Z
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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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260920T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T184514Z
CREATED:20260828T184514Z
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SUMMARY:¡LOISAIDA HABLA! - A New Spanish Club For Children
DESCRIPTION:Absolutely! Here’s a warm\, family-friendly blurb you can use for a flyer\, email\, or social media post: \n🌟 ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — A NEW SPANISH CLUB FOR CHILDREN! 📚 \nLoisaida Center is excited to invite our community and their children to join ¡LOISAIDA HABLA!\, our new Spanish Club created to make learning Spanish fun\, engaging\, and exciting! \nBeginning September 20th\, ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! will meet every other Sunday from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. Elementary aged children will have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish through books\, videos\, music\, dance\, games\, and fun\, dynamic activities designed to encourage creativity\, confidence\, and a love for the Spanish language. \nAnd of course\, there will be snacks! 🍎🥨 \n✨ FREE PROGRAM\n📅 First Day: September 20th\n🗓️ Every Other Sunday\n⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nBring your little ones and let’s learn\, play\, dance\, and speak Spanish together! ¡Los esperamos! 💃🏽🎵📖 \n¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — Donde aprendemos español\, compartimos nuestra cultura y nos divertimos juntos. \nIf you have not yet\, please register with this link: https://forms.gle/s9WUw9jQ5wsxkwfw9
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-habla-a-new-spanish-club-for-children/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z
CREATED:20260828T162519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162521Z
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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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260927T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T184514Z
CREATED:20260828T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T184514Z
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SUMMARY:¡LOISAIDA HABLA! - A New Spanish Club For Children
DESCRIPTION:Absolutely! Here’s a warm\, family-friendly blurb you can use for a flyer\, email\, or social media post: \n🌟 ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — A NEW SPANISH CLUB FOR CHILDREN! 📚 \nLoisaida Center is excited to invite our community and their children to join ¡LOISAIDA HABLA!\, our new Spanish Club created to make learning Spanish fun\, engaging\, and exciting! \nBeginning September 20th\, ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! will meet every other Sunday from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. Elementary aged children will have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish through books\, videos\, music\, dance\, games\, and fun\, dynamic activities designed to encourage creativity\, confidence\, and a love for the Spanish language. \nAnd of course\, there will be snacks! 🍎🥨 \n✨ FREE PROGRAM\n📅 First Day: September 20th\n🗓️ Every Other Sunday\n⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nBring your little ones and let’s learn\, play\, dance\, and speak Spanish together! ¡Los esperamos! 💃🏽🎵📖 \n¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — Donde aprendemos español\, compartimos nuestra cultura y nos divertimos juntos. \nIf you have not yet\, please register with this link: https://forms.gle/s9WUw9jQ5wsxkwfw9
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-habla-a-new-spanish-club-for-children/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z
CREATED:20260828T162519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162521Z
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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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261001T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261001T210000
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SUMMARY:"Visiones" Exhibition Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Loisaida Center welcomes you to our very own resident artist\, Mateo Nazario’s opening reception for their exhibition\, Visiones! \nCome enjoy an evening with a live Bomba performance\, a DJ set from the multi-talented\, Afro-Boricua\, DJ Agent DMZ\, and art pieces that connect all people from the archipelago of Boriken and the diaspora to the past\, present and future we are creating. \n“Visiones” Exhibit Statement: \nOur paths were paved by the steps our ancestors took. We are the fruit that bloomed from the love cultivated by our land\, the celestial beings above\, and the ones that came before. \nEvery day we live out the visions of what the brave ones who revolted\, dreamed of. “Visiones” is a kaleidoscope of the collective past\, present\, and future we are creating. \nThese works are portals that offer an intimate look into the current reality of our community. The colonial violence inflicted on our divine motherland and our people has forever changed the course of history. Our people stripped of the most basic services\, our natural resources exploited\, and the displaced robbed of a life that could have been lived in our sacred archipelago. “Visiones” offers a multifaceted perspective on how we continue to fight for our sovereignty as a people. Referencing historical moments within the artwork\, and incorporating our modern revolution\, “Visiones” is a conversation about how we imagine our communal future. \nOur spirits\, through art\, joy\, and perreo manifest the fire of el sol Taíno\, and the land that screams for its children to defend her. From Borikén to La Diáspora\, we will continue to build on las visiones that our ancestors laid out for our path to liberation. \nMaite Nazario @maitexnazario \n 
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/visiones-exhibition-opening-reception/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T140000
DTSTAMP:20260210T154720Z
CREATED:20251201T162001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154720Z
UID:10000755-1790935200-1790949600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:SENIOR DAY at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:SENIOR DAY at the LOISAIDA CENTER\nActivities include art workshops\, educational panels\, live music\, snacks\, coffee\, and more!\nSenior Day always takes place on the first Friday of the month (except for the month of June)\, from 10AM to 1PM. \nLocation: Loisaida\, Inc. Center\n710 E 9th Street\, New York\, NY 10009 \nQuestions? Contact Loisaida\, Inc. at\n(646) 726-4715\nor\ninfo@loisaida.org
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/senior-day-at-loisaida-center-13/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Community Events and Resources,Free Events,Free Workshop / Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/DSCN0553_Original-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261004T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T184514Z
CREATED:20260828T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T184514Z
UID:10000980-1791115200-1791126000@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:¡LOISAIDA HABLA! - A New Spanish Club For Children
DESCRIPTION:Absolutely! Here’s a warm\, family-friendly blurb you can use for a flyer\, email\, or social media post: \n🌟 ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — A NEW SPANISH CLUB FOR CHILDREN! 📚 \nLoisaida Center is excited to invite our community and their children to join ¡LOISAIDA HABLA!\, our new Spanish Club created to make learning Spanish fun\, engaging\, and exciting! \nBeginning September 20th\, ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! will meet every other Sunday from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. Elementary aged children will have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish through books\, videos\, music\, dance\, games\, and fun\, dynamic activities designed to encourage creativity\, confidence\, and a love for the Spanish language. \nAnd of course\, there will be snacks! 🍎🥨 \n✨ FREE PROGRAM\n📅 First Day: September 20th\n🗓️ Every Other Sunday\n⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nBring your little ones and let’s learn\, play\, dance\, and speak Spanish together! ¡Los esperamos! 💃🏽🎵📖 \n¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — Donde aprendemos español\, compartimos nuestra cultura y nos divertimos juntos. \nIf you have not yet\, please register with this link: https://forms.gle/s9WUw9jQ5wsxkwfw9
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-habla-a-new-spanish-club-for-children/2026-10-04/
LOCATION:NY
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Back-to-School-Giveaway-Poster-6.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261006T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T162055Z
CREATED:20260528T162055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T162055Z
UID:10000883-1791309600-1791320400@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:La Bomba Crece En Loisaida!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for live drumming\, dance\, and community connection in the heart of Loisaida\, as we celebrate our Puerto Rican culture! \nWe welcome you to our monthly bombazo occurring every first Tuesday of every month. \nAlthough not needed\, Feel free to bring your maracas\, claves and other small instruments. \nDuring our intermission\, we will serve sancocho\, cooked by our organizers of La Sala de Pepe and Diasporic Pa’lante Collective. \nEvery First Tuesday of the Month \n6:00pm-9:00pm \nLoisaida Center- 710 E 9th Street NY NY 10009
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/la-bomba-crece-en-loisaida-3/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Bombazo-Flier-GENERAL.png
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261007T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z
CREATED:20260828T162519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162521Z
UID:10000965-1791396000-1791403200@loisaida.org
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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/OPEN-MIC-EVERY-WEDNESDAY-2025-1-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261011T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T184514Z
CREATED:20260828T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T184514Z
UID:10000981-1791720000-1791730800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:¡LOISAIDA HABLA! - A New Spanish Club For Children
DESCRIPTION:Absolutely! Here’s a warm\, family-friendly blurb you can use for a flyer\, email\, or social media post: \n🌟 ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — A NEW SPANISH CLUB FOR CHILDREN! 📚 \nLoisaida Center is excited to invite our community and their children to join ¡LOISAIDA HABLA!\, our new Spanish Club created to make learning Spanish fun\, engaging\, and exciting! \nBeginning September 20th\, ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! will meet every other Sunday from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. Elementary aged children will have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish through books\, videos\, music\, dance\, games\, and fun\, dynamic activities designed to encourage creativity\, confidence\, and a love for the Spanish language. \nAnd of course\, there will be snacks! 🍎🥨 \n✨ FREE PROGRAM\n📅 First Day: September 20th\n🗓️ Every Other Sunday\n⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nBring your little ones and let’s learn\, play\, dance\, and speak Spanish together! ¡Los esperamos! 💃🏽🎵📖 \n¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — Donde aprendemos español\, compartimos nuestra cultura y nos divertimos juntos. \nIf you have not yet\, please register with this link: https://forms.gle/s9WUw9jQ5wsxkwfw9
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-habla-a-new-spanish-club-for-children/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:NY
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Back-to-School-Giveaway-Poster-6.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261014T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z
CREATED:20260828T162519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162521Z
UID:10000966-1792000800-1792008000@loisaida.org
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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-10-14/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/OPEN-MIC-EVERY-WEDNESDAY-2025-1-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260821T171834Z
CREATED:20260821T171834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T171834Z
UID:10000950-1792238400-1792252800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Loisaida Center Open House!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Loisaida Center Open House on Saturday\, October 17\, from 12:00 PM–4:00 PM! We invite all community members\, artists\, families\, neighbors\, and friends to come explore our space\, experience local art\, and learn more about the work we do throughout the community. \nOur Open House will feature three exciting exhibitions: \n\n“Fragile” — a sculptural exhibition showcasing the work of Alexis Mendoza.\n“Visiones” — an exhibition featuring painted canvases and digital artwork by our resident artist Mateo Nazario.\n“American Boricua” — a photography exhibition featuring photographs captured by photojournalist Wanda Benvenutti.\n\nVisitors will also have the opportunity to learn more about Loisaida Center\, including our diverse programming\, cultural events\, educational opportunities\, community initiatives\, partnerships\, and the many ways we work to support and engage our Lower East Side community. \nWhether you are a longtime member of the Loisaida community or visiting us for the first time\, we welcome you to come discover\, connect\, and celebrate the creativity and culture that make our community special. \n📅 Saturday\, October 17\n🕛 12:00 PM–4:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nWe hope to see you soon!
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-center-open-house/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261018T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T184514Z
CREATED:20260828T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T184514Z
UID:10000982-1792324800-1792335600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:¡LOISAIDA HABLA! - A New Spanish Club For Children
DESCRIPTION:Absolutely! Here’s a warm\, family-friendly blurb you can use for a flyer\, email\, or social media post: \n🌟 ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — A NEW SPANISH CLUB FOR CHILDREN! 📚 \nLoisaida Center is excited to invite our community and their children to join ¡LOISAIDA HABLA!\, our new Spanish Club created to make learning Spanish fun\, engaging\, and exciting! \nBeginning September 20th\, ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! will meet every other Sunday from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. Elementary aged children will have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish through books\, videos\, music\, dance\, games\, and fun\, dynamic activities designed to encourage creativity\, confidence\, and a love for the Spanish language. \nAnd of course\, there will be snacks! 🍎🥨 \n✨ FREE PROGRAM\n📅 First Day: September 20th\n🗓️ Every Other Sunday\n⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nBring your little ones and let’s learn\, play\, dance\, and speak Spanish together! ¡Los esperamos! 💃🏽🎵📖 \n¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — Donde aprendemos español\, compartimos nuestra cultura y nos divertimos juntos. \nIf you have not yet\, please register with this link: https://forms.gle/s9WUw9jQ5wsxkwfw9
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-habla-a-new-spanish-club-for-children/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:NY
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Back-to-School-Giveaway-Poster-6.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261021T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z
CREATED:20260828T162519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162521Z
UID:10000967-1792605600-1792612800@loisaida.org
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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/OPEN-MIC-EVERY-WEDNESDAY-2025-1-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261025T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T184514Z
CREATED:20260828T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T184514Z
UID:10000983-1792929600-1792940400@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:¡LOISAIDA HABLA! - A New Spanish Club For Children
DESCRIPTION:Absolutely! Here’s a warm\, family-friendly blurb you can use for a flyer\, email\, or social media post: \n🌟 ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — A NEW SPANISH CLUB FOR CHILDREN! 📚 \nLoisaida Center is excited to invite our community and their children to join ¡LOISAIDA HABLA!\, our new Spanish Club created to make learning Spanish fun\, engaging\, and exciting! \nBeginning September 20th\, ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! will meet every other Sunday from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. Elementary aged children will have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish through books\, videos\, music\, dance\, games\, and fun\, dynamic activities designed to encourage creativity\, confidence\, and a love for the Spanish language. \nAnd of course\, there will be snacks! 🍎🥨 \n✨ FREE PROGRAM\n📅 First Day: September 20th\n🗓️ Every Other Sunday\n⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nBring your little ones and let’s learn\, play\, dance\, and speak Spanish together! ¡Los esperamos! 💃🏽🎵📖 \n¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — Donde aprendemos español\, compartimos nuestra cultura y nos divertimos juntos. \nIf you have not yet\, please register with this link: https://forms.gle/s9WUw9jQ5wsxkwfw9
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-habla-a-new-spanish-club-for-children/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:NY
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Back-to-School-Giveaway-Poster-6.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261028T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z
CREATED:20260828T162519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162521Z
UID:10000968-1793210400-1793217600@loisaida.org
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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/OPEN-MIC-EVERY-WEDNESDAY-2025-1-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261101T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T184514Z
CREATED:20260828T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T184514Z
UID:10000984-1793534400-1793545200@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:¡LOISAIDA HABLA! - A New Spanish Club For Children
DESCRIPTION:Absolutely! Here’s a warm\, family-friendly blurb you can use for a flyer\, email\, or social media post: \n🌟 ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — A NEW SPANISH CLUB FOR CHILDREN! 📚 \nLoisaida Center is excited to invite our community and their children to join ¡LOISAIDA HABLA!\, our new Spanish Club created to make learning Spanish fun\, engaging\, and exciting! \nBeginning September 20th\, ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! will meet every other Sunday from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. Elementary aged children will have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish through books\, videos\, music\, dance\, games\, and fun\, dynamic activities designed to encourage creativity\, confidence\, and a love for the Spanish language. \nAnd of course\, there will be snacks! 🍎🥨 \n✨ FREE PROGRAM\n📅 First Day: September 20th\n🗓️ Every Other Sunday\n⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nBring your little ones and let’s learn\, play\, dance\, and speak Spanish together! ¡Los esperamos! 💃🏽🎵📖 \n¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — Donde aprendemos español\, compartimos nuestra cultura y nos divertimos juntos. \nIf you have not yet\, please register with this link: https://forms.gle/s9WUw9jQ5wsxkwfw9
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-habla-a-new-spanish-club-for-children/2026-11-01/
LOCATION:NY
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Back-to-School-Giveaway-Poster-6.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261103T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T162055Z
CREATED:20260528T162055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T162055Z
UID:10000884-1793728800-1793739600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:La Bomba Crece En Loisaida!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for live drumming\, dance\, and community connection in the heart of Loisaida\, as we celebrate our Puerto Rican culture! \nWe welcome you to our monthly bombazo occurring every first Tuesday of every month. \nAlthough not needed\, Feel free to bring your maracas\, claves and other small instruments. \nDuring our intermission\, we will serve sancocho\, cooked by our organizers of La Sala de Pepe and Diasporic Pa’lante Collective. \nEvery First Tuesday of the Month \n6:00pm-9:00pm \nLoisaida Center- 710 E 9th Street NY NY 10009
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/la-bomba-crece-en-loisaida-3/2026-11-03/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Bombazo-Flier-GENERAL.png
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261104T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z
CREATED:20260828T162519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162521Z
UID:10000969-1793815200-1793822400@loisaida.org
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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
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UID:10000756-1793959200-1793973600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:SENIOR DAY at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:SENIOR DAY at the LOISAIDA CENTER\nActivities include art workshops\, educational panels\, live music\, snacks\, coffee\, and more!\nSenior Day always takes place on the first Friday of the month (except for the month of June)\, from 10AM to 1PM. \nLocation: Loisaida\, Inc. Center\n710 E 9th Street\, New York\, NY 10009 \nQuestions? Contact Loisaida\, Inc. at\n(646) 726-4715\nor\ninfo@loisaida.org
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/senior-day-at-loisaida-center-13/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Community Events and Resources,Free Events,Free Workshop / Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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UID:10000985-1794139200-1794150000@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:¡LOISAIDA HABLA! - A New Spanish Club For Children
DESCRIPTION:Absolutely! Here’s a warm\, family-friendly blurb you can use for a flyer\, email\, or social media post: \n🌟 ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — A NEW SPANISH CLUB FOR CHILDREN! 📚 \nLoisaida Center is excited to invite our community and their children to join ¡LOISAIDA HABLA!\, our new Spanish Club created to make learning Spanish fun\, engaging\, and exciting! \nBeginning September 20th\, ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! will meet every other Sunday from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. Elementary aged children will have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish through books\, videos\, music\, dance\, games\, and fun\, dynamic activities designed to encourage creativity\, confidence\, and a love for the Spanish language. \nAnd of course\, there will be snacks! 🍎🥨 \n✨ FREE PROGRAM\n📅 First Day: September 20th\n🗓️ Every Other Sunday\n⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nBring your little ones and let’s learn\, play\, dance\, and speak Spanish together! ¡Los esperamos! 💃🏽🎵📖 \n¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — Donde aprendemos español\, compartimos nuestra cultura y nos divertimos juntos. \nIf you have not yet\, please register with this link: https://forms.gle/s9WUw9jQ5wsxkwfw9
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-habla-a-new-spanish-club-for-children/2026-11-08/
LOCATION:NY
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UID:10000970-1794420000-1794427200@loisaida.org
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 8:00 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-3-2/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025,Artist Opportunities and Resources,Paid Events,Partnerships
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T184514Z
CREATED:20260828T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T184514Z
UID:10000986-1794744000-1794754800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:¡LOISAIDA HABLA! - A New Spanish Club For Children
DESCRIPTION:Absolutely! Here’s a warm\, family-friendly blurb you can use for a flyer\, email\, or social media post: \n🌟 ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — A NEW SPANISH CLUB FOR CHILDREN! 📚 \nLoisaida Center is excited to invite our community and their children to join ¡LOISAIDA HABLA!\, our new Spanish Club created to make learning Spanish fun\, engaging\, and exciting! \nBeginning September 20th\, ¡LOISAIDA HABLA! will meet every other Sunday from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. Elementary aged children will have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish through books\, videos\, music\, dance\, games\, and fun\, dynamic activities designed to encourage creativity\, confidence\, and a love for the Spanish language. \nAnd of course\, there will be snacks! 🍎🥨 \n✨ FREE PROGRAM\n📅 First Day: September 20th\n🗓️ Every Other Sunday\n⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM\n📍 Loisaida Center \nBring your little ones and let’s learn\, play\, dance\, and speak Spanish together! ¡Los esperamos! 💃🏽🎵📖 \n¡LOISAIDA HABLA! — Donde aprendemos español\, compartimos nuestra cultura y nos divertimos juntos. \nIf you have not yet\, please register with this link: https://forms.gle/s9WUw9jQ5wsxkwfw9
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/loisaida-habla-a-new-spanish-club-for-children/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:NY
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