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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-3/2026-02-11/
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:20260216T200000
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SUMMARY:American Boricua Artist Talk with Omar Eaton-Martinez
DESCRIPTION:Loisaida Center welcomes you to a special Artist Talk with Wanda Benvenutti\, photojournalist of the current photography exhibition\, American Boricua\, and Omar Eaton-Martinez. In celebration of Black History Month\, this conversation centers on Afro-Puerto Rican voices\, lived experience\, and the power of curating the everyday to challenge erasure and rewrite the narrative. \n Black History is Puerto Rican History. From confronting anti-Blackness within our own communities to imagining a just cultural future\, this dialogue honors the past while shaping what comes next. \nOmar Eaton-Martinez is the Senior Vice President for Historic Sites at the National Trust for Historic Preservation and will join Wanda to discuss culture and the importance of accuracy and nuance in the experience of shared physical spaces. As American Boricua celebrates the Puerto Rican Diaspora throughout North America through a photojournalistic lens\, Eaton-Martinez leads the preservation\, interpretation\, and overall stewardship of 28 historical sites across the country to tell the full American story. \nThis is an invitation to listen deeply\, ask hard questions\, and collectively build a more truthful and expansive understanding of who we are. Wanda Benvenutti ✕ Omar Eaton-Martinez in conversation at the Loisaida Center. This intimate gallery talk takes the form of a mutual interview\, where Wanda and Omar speak with—and challenge—each other around the idea of “curating the everyday” as a way to disrupt the master narrative of Puerto Rican identity. \n Monday\, February 16\, 2026 (Presidents Day Weekend) \n Loisaida Center Theater (limited seating) \n 5:00 PM Doors & exhibition viewing \n 6:00 PM Conversation begins \n Topics include: \n• Puerto Rican identity beyond stereotype \n• Afro-Latinidad and internal anti-Blackness \n• Building a positive cultural future for the next 50–200 years \n Introduced by: Pepe Flores\, Loisaida community elder\, co-founder of @lasaladepepe \n Recorded live (YouTube + podcast format) #LoisaidaTV \n Extended Q&A with artists\, cultural workers\, and the public. Space is limited (45–50 seats) \n Registration required | Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8qusv5r \n #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryIsPuertoRicanHistory #AfroBoricua #AfroLatinidad #PuertoRicanHistory #DiasporaStories #AmericanBoricua #CuratingTheEveryday #DisruptTheNarrative #CounterNarratives #LivingArchives #PublicHistory #Loisaida #LowerEastSide #NYCCulture #CommunityVoices #CulturalWorkers #LatinxArts #CulturalEquity #RepresentationMatters #DecolonizeHistory #FutureAncestral
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/american-boricua-artist-talk-with-omar-eaton-martinez/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2026,Community Events and Resources,Event/Presentation,Free Events,Presented by The Loisaida Inc. Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260218T200000
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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-3/2026-02-18/
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:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260225T200000
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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-3/2026-02-25/
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:20260227T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260227T200000
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SUMMARY:Artistic Noise's Inaugural Alumni Artist in Residence Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Loisaida Center invites you to this vibrant exhibition open reception showcasing artwork by young adult Alumni Resident Artists of Artist Noise. \nIn 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. \nThe evening will feature a collection of works that reflect Artist Noise’s theme of “putting the noise in artistic.” \nJoin us as we uplift the voices of these talented young artists. \nDate: Thursday\, February 27th \nTime: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM \nLocation: Loisaida Center 
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/artistic-noises-inaugural-alumni-artist-in-residence-opening-reception/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260228T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20260224T142841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T142841Z
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SUMMARY:"Putting the Noise in Artistic: Artist Talk
DESCRIPTION:Loisaida Center invites you to join the first Artistic Noise Artist Meet and Greet: Putting the Noise in Artistic. \nIn collaboration with the organization\, Artistic Noise\, Loisaida Center will be displaying the work of young resident artist alumni representing Artistic Noise. \nOn 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. \nCome show your support and enjoy an afternoon surrounded by art\, expression and community. \nLocation: Loisaida Inc. Center \nDate: February 28th \nTime: 12:00pm- 4:00pm (Artist Talk will begin 2:00pm-3:00pm) \n 
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/putting-the-noise-in-artistic-artist-talk/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260303T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260303T210000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Loisaida Bombazo - March 3rd 2026
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFeel free to bring your instruments\, although not required. \nSancocho will be served while supplies last\, curtesy of La Sala de Pepe. \nFor any questions\, please contact\, info@loisaida.org \n  \nDate: Marchy 3rd \nTime: 6:00pm-9:00pm \nLocation: Loisaida Center (710 E 9th Street New York\, NY 10009)
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/monthly-loisaida-bombazo-march-3rd-2026/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260304T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
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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-3/2026-03-04/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260304T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260304T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T012538Z
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SUMMARY:W.O.W. Open Mic @ 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.\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-loisaida-center-monthly/2026-03-04/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20251201T162001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154720Z
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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-13/2026-03-06/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260311T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
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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-3/2026-03-11/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T200000
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UID:10000844-1773856800-1773864000@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-3/2026-03-18/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
UID:10000845-1774461600-1774468800@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-3/2026-03-25/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260330T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20260325T231724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T231749Z
UID:10000866-1774890000-1774900800@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:American Boricua Artist Talk with Maximo Colon (Exhibition Closing)
DESCRIPTION:Loisaida Center welcomes you to a special Artist Talk with Wanda Benvenutti\, photojournalist of the current photography exhibition\, American Boricua\, and Máximo Colón. \nBorn in Arecibo\, Puerto Rico\, Máximo Rafael Colón is a New York-based photographer who studied at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Colón’s photography speaks to his concerns of social justice\, activism\, and cultural expression\, which encapsulate a wide range of interests in music\, the human condition\, and making visible the people of our society who are often marginalized through discrimination and inequality. His primary medium is analogue photography; Colón also creates assemblages in the found object tradition. His works have been exhibited in several venues throughout New York City and Puerto Rico\, and a number of his photographs form part of the Centro De Estudios Puertorriqueños archives at CUNY Hunter College and of the permanent collection at the National Portrait Gallery of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington\, D.C. \n Monday\, March 30\, 2026 \n Loisaida Center Studio (limited seating) \n 5:00 PM Doors & exhibition viewing \n 6:00 PM Conversation begins \n Introduced by: Pepe Flores\, Loisaida community elder\, co-founder of @lasaladepepe \n Recorded live (YouTube + podcast format) #LoisaidaTV \n Extended Q&A with artists\, cultural workers\, and the public. Space is limited (45–50 seats) \n Registration required. \n 
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/american-boricua-artist-talk-with-maximo-colon-exhibition-closing/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2026,Community Events and Resources,Event/Presentation,Free Events,Presented by The Loisaida Inc. Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260401T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
UID:10000846-1775066400-1775073600@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-3/2026-04-01/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260401T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20251201T161113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T012538Z
UID:10000808-1775066400-1775073600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:W.O.W. Open Mic @ 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.\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-loisaida-center-monthly/2026-04-01/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260402T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20260401T223317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T225738Z
UID:10000870-1775152800-1775160000@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Lectura y firma de libros con Choco Orta en Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:Lectura y firma de libros con Choco Orta en Loisaida Centera at 7:00 pm \nLoisaida Center se honra en presentar una lectura y firma de libros con la destacada cantautora\, actriz y salsera puertorriqueña Choco Orta\, este próximo jueves\, 2 de abril a las 6:00 PM\, con motivo de la presentación de su novela autobiográfica Si me comprendieras. \nEn este libro\, Choco Orta comparte un recorrido profundamente personal por su vida\, desde su niñez en la calle Carmen de Santurce hasta su consolidación como una figura imprescindible de la música puertorriqueña. A través de sus páginas\, la autora ofrece una mirada honesta y valiente sobre las experiencias que moldearon su carácter y su visión del mundo: la familia\, la negritud\, el machismo\, la rebeldía\, la identidad y la música como refugio\, afirmación y destino. \nEsta presentación será una oportunidad especial para escuchar a la autora en primera persona\, celebrar su trayectoria y dialogar en torno a una vida marcada por la perseverancia\, la conciencia y el compromiso con su verdad. \nLes invitamos a acompañarnos en esta velada literaria y cultural en comunidad. \n📍 Loisaida Center📅 Jueves\, 2 de abril🕕 6:00 PM \nJoin us this Thursday\, April 2 at 6:00 PM at Loisaida Center for a special book reading and signing with acclaimed Puerto Rican singer-songwriter\, actress\, and salsera Choco Orta\, celebrating her autobiographical novel\, If You Understood Me (Si me comprendieras). \nIn this intimate and powerful work\, Choco Orta reflects on her life journey\, from her childhood in Santurce to her path as an artist\, sharing stories shaped by family\, race\, gender\, courage\, and music as a force of transformation. Her voice and testimony offer a deeply moving portrait of a Puerto Rican\, Black\, and unapologetically authentic life in the arts. \nWe invite you to join us for this special evening of literature\, memory\, conversation\, and community as we celebrate the life and legacy of one of Puerto Rico’s remarkable cultural voices. \n📍 Loisaida Center📅 Thursday\, April 2🕕 6:00 PM \n#ChocoOrta #SiMeComprendieras #LoisaidaCenter #Loisaida #PuertoRicanCulture #PuertoRicanLiterature #AfroLatinidad #Salsa #BookReading #BookSigning #LatinxAuthors #Nuyorican #LESArts #BoricuaCulture
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/lectura-y-firma-de-libros-con-choco-orta-en-loisaida-center/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
CATEGORIES:2026,Community Events and Resources,Event/Presentation,Free Events,Presented by The Loisaida Inc. Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20251201T162001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154720Z
UID:10000750-1775210400-1775224800@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-13/2026-04-03/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260404T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260404T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20260317T145312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T145312Z
UID:10000865-1775314800-1775325600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Brooklyn to Gangnam Magazine Launch Event + Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Please join Loisaida Center\, as we host the launch of Brooklyn to Gangnam Magazine! \nBrooklyn to Gangnam is a magazine featuring and showcasing local artists of various disciplines. \nDuring 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. \nEvent Date: April 4th \nEvent Time: 4:00pm- 6:00pm \nEvent Location: Loisaida Center (710 E 9th Street New York\, NY 10009) \n 
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/brooklyn-to-gangnam-magazine-launch-event-exhibition/
LOCATION:NY
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260408T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
UID:10000847-1775671200-1775678400@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-3/2026-04-08/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260411T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20260326T152627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T152627Z
UID:10000867-1775901600-1775930400@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Free Security Guard Training at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Trinity Church Wall Street\, Loisaida Center will be hosting a series of Security Guard training sessions for interested community members. This training is free of charge to the participant.\nOnce training is complete\, participants will be connected to Manuel Alicea\, On-Site Security Consultant.\n\nTraining Dates:\n\n\nSaturday April 11th – 8-hour class 10:00am-6:00pm \nFriday  April 24th and Saturday April 25th – 16hour class  10:00am-6:00pm\n\nTraining Location:\n\nLOISAIDA CENTER\n710 E9th Street New York\, NY 10009\n\nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to contact our administrative office:\n(646)-726-4715\ninfo@loisaida.org
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/free-security-guard-training-at-loisaida-center/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Security-Guard-Training-Poster-.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
UID:10000848-1776276000-1776283200@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-3/2026-04-15/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
UID:10000849-1776880800-1776888000@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-3/2026-04-22/
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:Free Security Guard Training at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Trinity Church Wall Street\, Loisaida Center will be hosting a series of Security Guard training sessions for interested community members. This training is free of charge to the participant.\nOnce training is complete\, participants will be connected to Manuel Alicea\, On-Site Security Consultant.\n\nTraining Dates:\n\n\nSaturday April 11th – 8-hour class 10:00am-6:00pm \nFriday  April 24th and Saturday April 25th – 16hour class  10:00am-6:00pm\n\nTraining Location:\n\nLOISAIDA CENTER\n710 E9th Street New York\, NY 10009\n\nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to contact our administrative office:\n(646)-726-4715\ninfo@loisaida.org
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/free-security-guard-training-at-loisaida-center/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Security-Guard-Training-Poster-.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260425T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T152627Z
UID:10000869-1777111200-1777140000@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:Free Security Guard Training at Loisaida Center
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Trinity Church Wall Street\, Loisaida Center will be hosting a series of Security Guard training sessions for interested community members. This training is free of charge to the participant.\nOnce training is complete\, participants will be connected to Manuel Alicea\, On-Site Security Consultant.\n\nTraining Dates:\n\n\nSaturday April 11th – 8-hour class 10:00am-6:00pm \nFriday  April 24th and Saturday April 25th – 16hour class  10:00am-6:00pm\n\nTraining Location:\n\nLOISAIDA CENTER\n710 E9th Street New York\, NY 10009\n\nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to contact our administrative office:\n(646)-726-4715\ninfo@loisaida.org
URL:https://loisaida.org/event/free-security-guard-training-at-loisaida-center/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:The Loisaida Inc. Center\, 710 East 9th Street\, New York\, NY\,  10009\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://loisaida.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Security-Guard-Training-Poster-.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="The Loisaida Inc. Center":MAILTO:info@loisaida.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
UID:10000850-1777485600-1777492800@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-3/2026-04-29/
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=America/New_York:20260501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20251201T162001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154720Z
UID:10000751-1777629600-1777644000@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-13/2026-05-01/
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:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
UID:10000851-1778090400-1778097600@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-3/2026-05-06/
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:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T200000
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CREATED:20251201T161113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T012538Z
UID:10000809-1778090400-1778097600@loisaida.org
SUMMARY:W.O.W. Open Mic @ 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.\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-loisaida-center-monthly/2026-05-06/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173741
CREATED:20250909T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154439Z
UID:10000852-1778695200-1778702400@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-3/2026-05-13/
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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