The combination of artist talk and writing workshop is to invite the public into Tochukwu’s process as a writer and to offer an opportunity to develop a fresh idea for a story. Creative writing is often seen as an elusive endeavor, meant for only the gifted or those with the innate ability to create worlds […]
Jenny Browne will be reading an excerpt of from her sequence of experimental ekphrastic poems “Here To See You”. Jenny will then be conducting a generative poetry workshop is open to all experience levels and will introduce participants to ekphrasis (writing in response to other works of art) as well as provide some hands-on tips […]
In this public program, award-winning writer and director AJ Bermudez will share a reading from her new collection of short stories, centered on themes of privilege, place, and the convergence of industry and evolution. She will discuss the power of cross-disciplinary writing, the significance of merging intellect with artistry, and how stories can be leveraged […]
BAC’s 1st Annual Open House Saturday May 18, 11AM-3PM Free and open to all ages, join us! Visit Bethany Arts Community during our first annual Open House! At Open House, guests will experience where creativity thrives, community blossoms, and artistic exploration knows no bounds. ALL DAY: Throughout the day, join BAC studio artists for open […]
Art & Action / Arte & Acción Date & Time: Sunday June 30, 2024 12:30-3:30pm Fecha y hora: domingo 30 de junio de 2024 12:30pm a 3:30pm Location/Ubicación: Grace Church, Trinity Church Campus, 7 S. Highland Avenue, Ossining, NY 10562 A celebration of art, activism, and community! Join us on Sunday, June 30th at Grace Church to […]
The Free and Fair Playwright Festival A reading of (mostly) comedic works about Democracy September 20, 2024 @ 8PM (You're on this page now!) September 21, 2024 @ 2PM Playwrights Gabrielle Fox and K. Lorrel Manning have created an evening of fake "playwrights/candidates" along with loads of fake news, misinformation and theatre that will delight […]
The Free and Fair Playwright Festival A reading of (mostly) comedic works about Democracy September 20, 2024 @ 8PM September 21, 2024 @ 2PM (You're on this page now!) Playwrights Gabrielle Fox and K. Lorrel Manning have created an evening of fake "playwrights/candidates" along with loads of fake news, misinformation and theatre that will delight […]
Everyone Has a Story to Tell! Storytelling Workshop with BAC Artist-in-Residence Kona Morris Date & Time: Thursday, September 26, 7 - 8:30PM Join writer and storyteller Kona Morris (The Moth, RISK!) for a crafting workshop to generate story ideas and learn how to structure them for optimal audience engagement. Bring a notebook and your most […]
Art, Intuition & Intention: Conversation and Co-Creation with BAC Artist-in-Residence Ziedah Diata Date & Time: Saturday, September 28, 2024 2 - 4PM “Art, Intuition & Intention: Conversation and Co-Creation with Artist, Ziedah Diata” is an artist talk and guided art-making experience. Ziedah will share her views on “participatory art” as a social connector and as […]
Come Paint Silently With Me with BAC Artist-in-Residence Kate Snow Date & Time: Wednesday, October 2, 2024 10:30AM - 12PM This session is an opportunity to work introspectively on new or existing personal projects in the company of other creatives. Bring your sketchbook, canvas, knitting, sewing, score sheet, works in progress, lists in progress, ideas […]
Lecture Performance with BAC Artist-in-Residence Filmmaker Stefan Pavlovic Date & Time: Friday, November 1, 2024 7 - 8PM Stefan Pavlovic, who is developing his second feature film during his time at Bethany Arts Community, will give a lecture performance for the first time, where he is testing voice-overs, text and images from the new film. […]
Call for Emerging Artists! To apply, see our Submittable page: https://bethanyarts.submittable.com/submit In 2022, Bethany Arts Community (BAC) identified the need and opportunity to support a longer-term fellowship specifically for emerging artists ages 21+. In 2025, BAC welcomes their third Emerging Artist Fellowship, running in two cohorts from May 22 to September 11, 2025 and July […]
BAC’s 2nd Annual Open House Saturday, April 5, 2025 11AM-3PM Free and open to all ages, join us! Visit Bethany Arts Community during our second annual Open House! At Open House, guests will experience where creativity thrives, community blossoms, and artistic exploration knows no bounds. Join us on April 5th and discover the magic of […]
Uncovering the Poem w/ BAC’s 2025 Poets-in-Residence Date & Time: Saturday, April 5, 2025 2-3PM (at Open House!) “Uncover the Poem” with BAC’s Poets-in-Residence Trinity Tibe, Kayleb Rae Candrilli, Danya Blokh, and Nora Rose Tomas at Open House. Join the Poets in the Galleries for a creative, generative, and fun writing workshop space. Blackout […]
Over the past four years, the Bethany Arts Community Black History & Culture Exhibit has illuminated untold stories, honored local trailblazers, and brought to life the Black experience through powerful storytelling, gallery displays and community voices. Year after year, visitors asked, “How can we have access to this material?” Now, for the first time ever….you […]
ART & ACTION Friday – Sunday June 27-29, 2025 Celebrate Art & Action with us ALL WEEKEND LONG all around Ossining! This year’s Art & Action will take place Friday - Sunday June 27-29, all weekend long. Art & Action is an annual celebration of art, activism, and community welcoming artists, activists, organizers, grassroots […]
ART & ACTION Art Show, Gathering & Conversation Friday, June 27, 2025 7-9PM RSVP REQUIRED Friday 6/27, 7-9PM Art Show, Gathering & Conversation (food & drink by here coffee + beer!) Grace Church, Trinity Campus (7 S. Highland Ave., Ossining) RSVP REQUIRED FOR FRIDAY’S EVENT, RSVP ABOVE! How are you doing? Friday night is an […]
ART & ACTION Chalk Activity! with ENU Builds Saturday, June 28, 2025 10AM-2PM Saturday 6/28, 10am-2pm “Chalk Activity!” at the corner of Spring St./Main St. in downtown Ossining Art Show open at Grace Church, Trinity Campus (7 S. Highland Ave., Ossining) Make art! Join ENU Builds at the corner of Spring St. & Main St. […]
ART & ACTION Ossining Sings! Concert Sunday, June 29, 2025 2-4PM Art Show Open Hours 12-4PM Sunday 6/29, 12-4pm Ossining Sings! Concert (2-4pm) Art Show Open (12-4pm) Both events at Grace Church, Trinity Campus (7 S. Highland Ave., Ossining) Ossining Sings! is a concert to benefit Neighbors Link. Let’s raise our voices to support a […]
Place-Based Poetry Workshop for Older Adults w/ BAC Artist-in-Residence s.e. zelalem DATE & TIME: Friday, October 3, 2025 10AM - 12PMLOCATION: Bethany Arts Community FREE Community Program! Join BAC Artist-in-Residence poet s.e zelalem in a place-based poetry writing workshop. We will read poets like Ross Gay and Dean Atta to ask, “What makes a place […]
A Community Poetry Workshop on Identity, Legacy, and Belonging with BAC Artist-in-Residence G. Victoria Campbell DATE & TIME: Monday October 6, 2025 7-8:30PMLOCATION: Ossining Public Library, Budarz Theater (53 Croton Ave, Ossining) FREE Community Program as part of BAC’s 2025 Fall Multidisciplinary Residency. In partnership with the Ossining Public Library. Join us for a powerful […]
Please read all guidelines and application instructions carefully, incomplete applications or submissions that exceed outlined content limits will not be considered. Please only apply to this residency if you can stay in residence from date start to date end. Apply Here! Bethany Arts Community (BAC) offers residencies to emerging and established artists for the development […]
Tell Your Story! - SOLD OUT 2-Day Storytelling Workshop + Storyteller Showcase with Instructor Kona Morris Workshop Dates: Monday, March 2 & Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:30-8:30PM Storyteller Showcase: Saturday, March 7, 2026 7PM (Public tickets on sale soon!) Workshop Fee: $160.00 Register Here! Storytelling encompasses every person on the planet, no matter your background, […]
Tell Your Story! Storyteller Showcase Featuring Host Kona Morris - Instructor of Tell Your Story! Date & Time: Saturday, March 7, 2026 7PM Tickets: FREE! Storytelling encompasses every person on the planet, no matter your background, field of study, or walk of life. At this Storyteller Showcase, participants in "Tell Your Story!," a 2-day workshop […]
BAC’s 3rd Annual Open House Saturday, April 4, 2026 11AM-3PM Free and open to all ages, join us! Visit Bethany Arts Community during our third annual Open House! At Open House, guests will experience where creativity thrives, community blossoms, and artistic exploration knows no bounds. Join us on April 4th and discover the magic of […]
This workshop is sold out. If you're interested in being on the waitlist for this workshop, please email julias@bethanyarts.org. The Power of Process with Emerging Artist Fellow Jayna Dias Date & Time: Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:30-9PM FREE Community Program. Registration required. Maintaining an artistic practice that dedicates substantial time to think ahead of making is a […]
Tell Your Story 2-Day Storytelling Workshop + Sharing with Instructor Kona Morris Workshop Dates (updated dates!): Tuesday, September 15 & Wednesday, September 16, 2026 6-9PM Sharing: Thursday, September 17, 2026 7PM (FREE! Invite family and friends!) Workshop Fee: $230.00 Register Here! Storytelling encompasses every person on the planet, no matter your background, field of study, […]