Exhibit Opening Reception: #papielmaestro

Opening for an exhibit in which documentary photographer Rhynna M. Santos explores the life of her father, arranger, composer and musician Ray Santos, who is considered to be a Latin music legend. #papielmaestro is a daughter's exploration of who her father was and is today. The evening will include music performances and refreshments. FREE and […]

Halloween The Bicentennial of Frankenstein

A celebration of 200 years of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein”, with a screening of the 1931 classic film starring Boris Karloff. Bobby Sanabria & Project X will provide a live soundtrack. The program will open with a discussion with Edwin Pagán and others about the film’s influence and legacy. Admission: $7 | $5 for students & […]

Poesía Negroide

We’ll explore “poesía negroide” through poetry and music featuring the work of celebrated Puerto Rican poet Luis Palés Matos, considered one of the first proponents of verso negro or poesía negroide, which reflects on and celebrates the African heritage of the Caribbean. Admission: $7 | $5 for students & seniors | FREE for kids 12 […]

Hihael – Alexa Rivera

Puerto Rican pianist and composer Alexa Rivera present HIHEAL, a collection of musical compositions created during the aftermath of Hurricane Maria in the island of Puerto Rico.

Spirit of Aña

Screening of the film, Sweet Dreams, followed by percussion workshop led by members of the Legacy Circle Women Drummers and performance by Batala NYC.

Rimay Bronx! Quechua Hip-Hop with Liberato Kani

Perú meets the Bx during this showcase of two up-and-coming hip hop talents -Liberato Kani, one of the key figures of the Quechua Hip Hop movement in Peru, and King Capo, a Brooklyn MC who is part of the Rebel Diaz Art Collective (RDAC). FREE and OPEN to the public!

Parranda con Paranda

This program will explore European-influenced genres, such as “la danza” from Puerto Rico and the “quadrille,” which is practiced among Garifuna communities. The evening will include traditional drum-based music by musicians including Matthew Gonzalez, James Lovell, Bobby Sanabria, and Jorge Vazquez. Admission: $7 | $5 for students & seniors | FREE for kids 12 & […]

Melrose Parranda

Our annual Puerto Rican-style Christmas caroling procession will travel on foot from casita to casita, ending at Melrose’s most famous casita, Rincón Criollo, aka “La Casita de Chema”. Featured musicians include Jorge Vázquez, Bobby Sanabria, and more.

Palabreando: Spoken Word Open Mic

A night of spoken word and storytelling with an all languages open mic. Hosted by multi-disciplinary artist Bocafloja and Lyrical Bliss. Special guest TOTMI. Free and open to all ages. Contact [email protected] to sign up.

Palabreando: Open Mic

PALABREANDO! Join us for a multi-lingual night of spoken word, poetry, and music* during our free open mic series hosted by multi-disciplinary artist Bocafloja. This month, Bocafloja is joined by co-host Lyrical Bliss. With special guest Roszella. *Music: A rap, a song, etc. We won't be setting up equipment for a band. Free and open […]