Artistic Noise's Inaugural Alumni Artist in Residence Opening Reception
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | NY
Loisaida Center invites you to this vibrant exhibition open reception showcasing artwork by young adult Alumni Resident Artists of Artist Noise.
In collaboration with Artist Noise, we are excited to celebrate the creativity, vision, and artistic growth of emerging artists who continue to shape their communities through art.
The evening will feature a collection of works that reflect Artist Noise’s theme of “putting the noise in artistic.”
Join us as we uplift the voices of these talented young artists.
Date: Thursday, February 27th
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Loisaida Center

"Putting the Noise in Artistic: Artist Talk
2026-02-28 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
Loisaida Center invites you to join the first Artistic Noise Artist Meet and Greet: Putting the Noise in Artistic.
In collaboration with the organization, Artistic Noise, Loisaida Center will be displaying the work of young resident artist alumni representing Artistic Noise.
On this day, visitors will also have the opportunity to meet the young artists and engage in a panel focusing on the inspirations and processes of each artist.
Come show your support and enjoy an afternoon surrounded by art, expression and community.
Location: Loisaida Inc. Center
Date: February 28th
Time: 12:00pm- 4:00pm (Artist Talk will begin 2:00pm-3:00pm)

Monthly Loisaida Bombazo - March 3rd 2026
2026-03-03 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | NY
Join us for live drumming, dance, and community connection in the heart of Loisaida, as we discuss how Bomba ties to our legacy of resistance!
Feel free to bring your instruments, although not required.
Sancocho will be served while supplies last, curtesy of La Sala de Pepe.
For any questions, please contact, info@loisaida.org

Date: Marchy 3rd
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Loisaida Center (710 E 9th Street New York, NY 10009)

Open Mic Wednesdays at Loisaida Center hosted by: Brian Acosta Arya
2026-03-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 UTC and 9 more dates | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
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.
More details:
** Held on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month. **
** (Note: except during the summer months in July & August 2025) ***
** Doors open at 6 P.M. **
** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. **

All art forms are welcome:
Spoken Word/Poetry, Short Stories/Scripts, Stand-Up Comedy, Short Monologues/Excerpts, 3-4 Minute Original Songs or Performances (Note: ORIGINAL songs only).
Four 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. **
** 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. **
Ticket info here: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35133
* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances, same price)
* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only, no cash)

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W.O.W. Open Mic @ The Loisaida Center
2026-03-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-06 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-01 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
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.

More details:
** Held on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month. **
** (Note: except during the summer months in July & August 2025) ***
** Doors open at 6 P.M. **
** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **

All art forms are welcome:
Spoken Word/Poetry, Short Stories/Scripts, Stand-Up Comedy, Short Monologues/Excerpts, 3-4 Minute Original Songs or Performances (Note: ORIGINAL songs only).
Four 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. **
** 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. **
Ticket info here.
* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances, same price)
* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only, no cash)

Our 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.

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SENIOR DAY at Loisaida Center
2026-03-06 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-01 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-03 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
SENIOR DAY at the LOISAIDA CENTER
Activities include art workshops, educational panels, live music, snacks, coffee, and more!
Senior Day always takes place on the first Friday of the month (except for the month of June), from 10AM to 1PM.
Location: Loisaida, Inc. Center
710 E 9th Street, New York, NY 10009
Questions? Contact Loisaida, Inc. at
(646) 726-4715
or
info@loisaida.org

Brooklyn to Gangnam Magazine Launch Event + Exhibition
2026-04-04 15:00 - 18:00 UTC | NY
Please join Loisaida Center, as we host the launch of Brooklyn to Gangnam Magazine!
Brooklyn to Gangnam is a magazine featuring and showcasing local artists of various disciplines.
During this event, we will have copies of the magazine for sale as long as the opportunity to connect with the featured artist, view their artwork on display.
Event Date: April 4th
Event Time: 4:00pm- 6:00pm
Event Location: Loisaida Center (710 E 9th Street New York, NY 10009)
