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ECOLIBRIUM
Environmental Justice & Literacy Through Community Science
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Cooper Union Summer STEM Program Final Presentation | |
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The Loisaida Center will soon be home to a newly retrofitted production studio, in part thanks to the efforts of STEM students and educators in the Cooper Union Summer STEM 2022 Program.
In the 3-week "Next-Gen Construction Materials" course, led by STEM Teaching Fellow Brandon Bunt and Cooper Union student teaching assistants, 9th and 10th grade students explored designing and growing acoustic paneling using mycelium (mushrooms) to help us finish retrofitting our studio for improved sound performance. The class covered sustainability and alternative material use in construction, an introduction to mycology, basics of acoustic design, and tools to design acoustic panels and molds to grow them.
Mycelium paneling is preferable to mainstream options because it is biodegradable such that future updates to the theater will not generate landfill waste.
The students showcased their work and completed mycelium tiles at the Cooper Union Summer STEM final presentation on Thursday, August 18th (shown in above photos).
Special thanks to the director of STEM Outreach at Cooper Union, and the director of this Summer STEM program, Professor Elizabeth Waters!
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Ecolibrium Energy Efficiency Survey
Take it now!
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Is your fridge or AC always running but never cool? Tell us about it!
We've created a survey to determine just how many home appliances in the neighborhood are due for an upgrade. Not only do older refrigerators and air conditioners waste energy, they can also leak harmful refrigerants which contribute to climate change. Help us take count of how many of us would benefit from new energy efficient appliances that can help lower our monthly electricity bills.
It only takes 5-10 minutes to complete. Take the survey now!
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THE LOISAIDA INC. CENTER PRESENTS | |
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La Cocina de Loisaida: Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Thursday, September 15th & Saturday, September 24th
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We're celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with TWO La Cocina de Loisaida classes. On Thursday, September 15th and Saturday, September 24th, Chef Maria Bio will teach you how to make the Puerto Rican National Dish – Arroz con Gandules, as well as Pernil and Yuca con mojo de Ajo y Cebollas. These dishes are traditional favorites in Puerto Rico and you will learn how to make them with ease!
The class will be approximately 1.5 hours long and include time to savor the dishes you prepare together as a group. La Cocina de Loisaida takes place in the Essex Kitchen — Essex Market's demonstration and teaching kitchen located on the market's mezzanine level.
Register now for a class!
La Cocina de Loisaida is a series of monthly hands-on cooking classes where we celebrate the rich cultural traditions of Puerto Rican cuisine. Longtime Lower East Side resident and local caterer María Bido shares the recipes and techniques passed down by her abuela — all based in authentic Puerto Rican flavors and ingredients from Essex Market.
This series is presented by Loisaida Inc. in partnership with Essex Market, with the collective mission to preserve and pass down culinary heritage from the Lower East Side community. We invite all ages and abilities to join us for these unique, fun, and celebratory cooking classes at Essex Market.
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The Loisaida Artistic Residency Program is
accepting applications for 2023. Apply Now!
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The Loisaida, Inc. Center continues to provide a platform for contemporary, emerging, and under-recognized artists, cultural producers, and "artivists" working in a variety of disciplines such as: sound/music, theater, film & video, performance art, poetry, dance, visual arts, creative writing, production, prototyping, cultural research, and socially driven art practices.
Each awardee can gain 3 to 6 months of accessible shared workspace and a stipend/honorarium between $500-$2,000 towards their project.
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NOW PLAYING ON LOISAIDATV | |
Carlos "Chino" Garcia: The Godfather of Loisaida | |
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Carlos "Chino" Garcia continues to inspire community leaders, musicians, activists and artists in the Lower East Side and beyond.
Chino's activism in the neighborhood and his commitment to the preservation of our Puerto Rican heritage and culture dates back decades. Chino has done it all, from sweat equity and squatting to helping community residents create the first LES community gardens.
Chino is the co-founder of the former CHARAS - El Bohio, a key cultural community center operating inside the now abandoned building of P.S. 64 on 9th street between Avenue B and Avenue C. At CHARAS, Chino and leadership led many community development initiatives, conducted experiments with geodesic domes and renewable energy, as well as addressing food and social justice issues through art, music, and theater.
Watch his interview now on LoisaidaTV!
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If you are able to, please consider donating to Chino's GoFundMe fundraiser!
Chino needs help from the community. Over the past year he has had numerous medical issues.
He is looking for a decent, affordable senior assisted living facility in the community that he loves and would appreciate your assistance to help secure that housing. If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing his campaign!
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COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES | |
Donation Drive for NYC Asylum Seekers | |
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The Office of Manhattan Borough President Mark D. Levine is sponsoring a clothing and toiletry donation drive in partnership with the New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC). More than 7,000 asylum seekers are arriving by bus to New York City from Texas with little more than what can fit in a plastic bag. We want to help our new neighbors feel welcome and equip them with basic necessities. Please donate what you can!
Drop-off points are at Borough President Mark D. Levine's offices:
Uptown
Address: 431 W 125th Street, New York, NY 10027
Hours: Monday - Friday, 10am - 5pm
Downtown
Address: 1 Centre Street, 19th Floor (South Side), New York, NY 10007
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
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The MET 2023-2025
Civic Practice Partnership Artist-in-Residence Program
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Applications are now open for The Met's 2023–25 Civic Practice Partnership artist-in-residence program!
Through this paid residency, artists will create ambitious projects and initiatives focusing on Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities historically underserved by The Met, centering their voices while responding to the Museum’s collection, archives, and history.
Artists selected will work in their own NYC neighborhoods and at The Met to create ambitious projects and forge meaningful collaborations.
Interested? Apply now at met.org/CPP
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14Y Fitness In the Streets
Every Wed & Sat, July - Sept
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Join the 14th Street Y this Wednesday, September 7th and Saturday, August 10th on Avenue B (between E 8th & E 12th Street) for free outdoor fitness classes as part of the 14Y Fitness in the Street series. All fitness levels welcome!
Masala Bhangra with Cloe
Wednesdays | 5:30-6:30 pm
Ave B (between E 11th & E 12th Streets)
Heart & Soul Cardio Dance with Johari
Wednesdays | 6:45-7:30 pm
Ave B (between E 11th & E 12th Streets)
Zumba with Sophia
Saturdays | 1-2 pm
Ave B (between E 8th & E 9th Streets)
Register for FREE on Eventbrite for this ongoing series that will continue every week through September.
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United In Service 2022
September 10th, 9am - 3pm
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September 11, 2022 marks 21 years since the devastating terrorist attacks of 9/11/01. In the wake of 9/11, a generation of veterans answered the call to serve with The Mission Continues. In the 21 years since 9/11, veterans continue their service in the community.
This year in honor of 9/11, the Mission Continues NYC Platoons will be partnering with the 6th St Community Center and New York Restoration Project to build and distribute little libraries across the 5 boroughs to promote reading and literacy programs in NYC. Participants will meet at 6th St Community Center for check in and opening remarks.
Register at bitly.ws/tMYR
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Open Arts LES
Every Thur & Sat, Apr - Oct
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Join us at Avenue B's Open Arts LES.
Thursday, September 8th 5-7 pm
East 4th Street
5-7 pm - Naama Gheber Quartet, jazz quartet led by vocalist Naama Gheber, playing the American hits of the 1930’s and 40’s.
Saturday, September 10th 12-2 pm
Rivington Street Playground
12-2 pm - Family arts workshop
Saturday, September 10th 1-5 pm
Avenue B (between 8th and 9th Street)
1 pm - Zumba hosted by the 14th St Y
2:30 pm - Mari Bell, jazz standards and bossa nova songs in 4 languages (English, French, Spanish and Portuguese)
3:45 pm - “Under One Sky” by Singer Vivi Hu, a one-hour concert involving elements of the moon, stars, sky, and love in Chinese and English.
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Loisaida Backpack Giveaway
September 6th-8th
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Loisaida Inc. and Trinity WS have partnered together for a Back to School event for the new semester! From September 6th - September 8th, we are giving out a limited amount of backpacks filled with school supplies to students in our community who are in need.
The student (grades K-12) must be attending a District 1 public school in the Lower East Side. Student must be present at pick-up. One backpack per student, while supplies last.
If your student needs supplies, please reserve their backpack using our form, or call (917) 745-2010.
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Chase Back to School Event
Wed, Sept 14th, 5:15pm
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Join Chase Bank at their Delancey Street Branch (109 Delancey Street, New York, NY 10002) on Wednesday, September 14th from 5:15-6:45 pm for their second back to school event before the new semester!
They will teach students and parents about finances as they transition back to school. The seminar will focus on content for high school students and older, but they will also be providing booklets for younger kids to follow along and talk to their parents about the resources Chase Bank has for kids 6 years and older.
Space is limited, so please RSVP by September 6th!
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New Village Music Festival | |
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The New Village Music Festival (NVMF) in Tompkins Square Park on September 2nd, 2022, was amazing! Thank you for attending and if you missed it, watch out for an encore on LoisaidaTV. Photos taken by D. Sanders.
The New Village Music Festival was created in 2007 as a vehicle to unite people of all ages and ethnicity. Is is a free outdoor community concert that celebrates music, culture and community. In addition, the NVMF educates participants by providing music & rt workshops.
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Thank you and stay tuned for more!
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Founded in 1979, Loisaida, Inc. offers year-round, accessible arts & culture programming that celebrates the rich heritage of the Lower East Side and its Puerto Rican and immigrant communities. Through its multi-purpose space, the Loisaida Inc. Center provides opportunities to emerging artists and creators working in diverse disciplines, promotes a vibrant social and community life, and serves as an incubator for self-sustainable initiatives.
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You are receiving this email because of your outstanding commitment to the Puerto Rican and Latinx Cultures and the preservation of our heritage in New York City. Thank you. | |
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Loisaida Inc. programs are supported in part by public funds from the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA), the Black, Latino and Asian Caucus (BLAC) in partnership with the City Council and the office of the New York City Mayor Eric Adams, and the New York State Legislature, City Councilwoman Carlina Rivera, NYS Assembly Member Harvey Epstein, the Manhattan Borough President's Office and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the New York state Department of Environmental Conservation. We also would like to acknowledge the support of the Hispanic Federation, the Promesa Foundation, MOSAIC Foundation of the New York Community Trust. The Loisaida "Garden" Logowas esigned by: Elena Lo-McEnaney. Thank you! | |
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