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SUMMARY:Palladium Nights: Work-in-Progress Showing with Sekou McMiller & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Palladium Nights: Work–in–Progress Showing with Sekou McMiller & Friends\nDATE & TIME: Wednesday\, December 9\, 7-8PM FREE Community Program. Registration encouraged. \n \nJoin BAC Artists-in-Residence Sekou McMiller & Friends for a Work-in-Progress Showing of their newest work Palladium Nights.   \nPalladium Nights explores the cultural legacy and artistic impact of New York’s historic Palladium Ballroom (1940s–60s)\, a vibrant site of exchange where Afro-Latin and African American communities helped shape what we now recognize as Salsa/Mambo dance.  \nThe dancers will share excerpts from the piece they are working on while in Residence at BAC\, testing out certain moments with audience feedback. Audience will be invited to dance! Come ready to move and enjoy yourself. This high energy\, intergenerational showing is for all ages.  \nABOUT Palladium Nights\nPalladium Nights\, a new evening-length work that explores the cultural legacy and artistic impact of New York’s historic Palladium Ballroom (1940s–60s)\, a vibrant site of exchange where Afro-Latin and African American communities helped shape what we now recognize as Salsa/Mambo dance. More than a nightclub\, the Palladium was an incubator of innovation\, identity and social movement. This work honors that history while engaging its ongoing influence on today\, dance and culture.  \nThe choreography will be rooted in Afro-Latin social dance forms\, such as mambo\, cha-cha-chá and pachanga\, but\, will not aim to replicate the past. Instead\, Palladium Nights will investigate how core values from the Palladium era: musicality\, improvisation\, individuality within community continue to inform movement today. A central choreographic theme will be the concept of “Shines” a moment of improvised solo expression within partner dance\, reimagined as a metaphor for cultural resilience and individual voice.  \nPalladium Nights was created\, in part\, with the support of a Works & Process residency at Bethany Arts Community.  \nABOUT SEKOU MCMILLER\nOriginally from Chicago\, Sekou boasts a unique and diverse background as a former Chief Financial Officer\, accountant and professional classical flutist as well as an emerging Latin dance artist. Pioneering as a performer\, choreographer and instructor at the forefront of a new movement in Afro Latin dance\, Sekou’s unique fusion style has a strong Afro-Caribbean essence that is laced with many different dance techniques combined with an explosive energy. His choreographic and performance career have garnered him broad recognition worldwide. \nSekou’s diverse career ranges from performing off-Broadway to performing and choreographing for top Latin artists. He performed in both Celia: The Musical and Afro-Tango and choreographed for networks such as Bravo TV\, NUVO TV and Good Morning America. Some of the Latin artists he has worked with include Gilberto Santa Rosa\, Willie Colon\, Ismael Miranda\, Cheo Feliciano\, Johnny Pacheco\, Tito Rojas\, Tito Nieves\, PitBull\, as well as the pop icon Madonna. Sekou was also featured in the documentary “Uprooted: the journey of Jazz Dance” (2020) and the upcoming Warner Bros theatrical feature “In the Heights” (2021). Sekou has worked with the Radio City Rockettes and was invited to choreograph for the Alvin Ailey School and Joffrey Ballet School. One of his many special projects include performing and choreographing for the United Nations Unveiling of the Monument the Ark of Return: honoring the victims of Slavery and lives lost during transit of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade. \nSekou was awarded the following choreographic residencies: The Alvin Ailey Foundation’s New Directions Choreography Lab for Winter/Spring (2017) hosted by Robert Battle and The Ailey School and the City University of New York Dance Initiative Residency at Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture at Hostos Community College (2017). Both residencies served in the development of a piece entitled “I’m-Pulse: an Afro Latin Jazz and Soul Experience”. This work was set to explore the rich history of collaborations between the African- American and Afro Latin Caribbean cultures and how together these helped to shape and forever change the landscape of American dance and music. \nSekou has performed\, choreographed and instructed in over 30 countries and over 150 cities worldwide. His works have been featured at Dance Chicago\, New York Jazz Choreographers Festival\, The Actors Fund Theater\, APAP New York City Center\, Peridance Salvatore Capezio Theater\, Ailey CitiGroup Theater\, Symphony Space\, Guggenheim Museum\, Jacob’s Pillow\, Edison Ballroom\, United Palace Theater\, the United Nations General assembly\, Olympic Park Stadium in Seoul\, S. Korea\, the Great Wall of China\, Bluma Appel Theatre in Toronto\, Habour Dance Vancouver and Winter Gardens in Blackpool\, U.K. \nHe now resides in New York City where he is the artistic director/choreographer of Sekou McMiller and Friends. He continues to remain a faculty member at The Ailey School\, Joffrey Ballet School: Jazz and Contemporary\, Peridance Capezio Center\, Broadway Dance Center\, Ballet Hispanico and Intensive Guest Instructor at Complexions Contemporary Ballet\, Earl Mosley’s Hearts of Men\, Joffrey West\, Joffrey Miami and the Ailey Experience.  \n—————  \nThis event is an Artist Residency Community Program. As part of a residency at BAC\, we ask each artist to build and facilitate a Community Program. Community Programs are a unique opportunity for both artists-in-residence and our local community to gather\, engage\, and be in conversation with one another through art. Community Programs are free engagements open to the public and/or in collaboration with a local community partner.  \nThis Residency and Community Program are made possible through BAC’s partnership with Works & Process at the Guggenheim. BAC is proud to partner with Works & Process\, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim to support creators of the performing arts and incubate new works. As two organizations committed to supporting artists across disciplines and in various stages of their artistic process\, the partnership is a natural fit.  \n 
URL:https://bethanyarts.org/calendar/palladiumnightswip/
LOCATION:Bethany Arts Community\, 40 Somerstown Rd.\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Program,Dance,Performance,Program,Residencies
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SUMMARY:Art Workshop for Older Adults – Collaborative Community Project
DESCRIPTION:Art Workshop for Older Adults – Collaborative Community Project\nwith Instructor Monique Ford\nDate & Time: Friday\, December 11\, 2026 10AM-1PM\nCost: $20.00\nAges: Older Adults & Seniors (55+)\nRegistration required. Please register above!\nBeginners welcome! Art Workshops for Older Adults are open to makers of all skill levels. \nIt’s time to work in three dimensions. Artists will explore balsa wood to construct their own sculptural forms—either hanging or freestanding. They may choose to paint their sculptures or keep the natural wood finish. To conclude the year\, artists will work together on a collaborative structure for installation at BAC\, which will be displayed in the community space. \nTo ask any questions or for registration assistance\, please email Julia at julias@bethanyarts.org or call (914) 944-4278. \nAll sales are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://bethanyarts.org/calendar/awoadec1126/
LOCATION:Bethany Arts Community\, 40 Somerstown Rd.\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Sculpture,Visual Art,Workshop,Workshops,Workshops for Older Adults
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SUMMARY:Open Mic @ Hudson Valley Books for Humanity
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic @ Hudson Valley Books for Humanity\nDate & Time: Friday\, December 11\, 2026 7:30-9:30PM\nLocation: Hudson Valley Books for Humanity\, 67 Central Avenue\, Ossining\, NY 10562\n6:30-7:15pm: How to Rock an Open Mic Workshop (Limited Spots\, sign up above– see below for more info!)\n7-7:30pm Performer Sign Up\n7:30-9:30pm Open Mic\nSuggested Donation: $10-20\nDoor Proceeds go toward host\, performers\, and Bethany Arts Community.  \nJoin Hudson Valley Books for Humanity and Bethany Arts Community for our monthly Poetry/Spoken Word/Music Open Mic. Come on by to Hudson Valley Books for Humanity this month and share your latest poetry/spoken word/music projects with a supportive audience.    \nBring your talent\, your works in progress\, and your positive energy to our stage. This event is open to teens and adults near and far.   \nHOW IT WORKS\nPlanning to Perform on December 11? Performer sign-up is between 7-7:30PM. Performers will submit their name “into the hat” and we’ll draw 15 names during the open mic. Each performer will have up to 5 minutes each on the mic. \nOUR COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS\nTo help nurture a space of respect\, validation\, and welcoming:  \n\n We’re here to share space\, build community\, and support each other.\n Performers: respect the 5-minute time limit and be mindful of your timekeeper.\n If you like something\, make some noise! Snap your fingers\, stomp your feet\, clap\, whatever feels right to you.\n We encourage you to get to know your seat neighbors. Connect and build community. \n\nOpen Mics take place the 2nd Friday of every month.   \nCo-hosted by Hudson Valley Books for Humanity\, a welcoming space to build community through books and art.  \nFind Hudson Valley Books for Humanity on social media @hudsonvalleybooksforhumanity\, on their website hvbooksforhumanity.com\, or visit them at 67 Central Avenue\, Ossining\, NY 10562.  \n— \nHow to Rock an Open Mic\nA Pre-Open Mic Workshop Series for Poets & Writers \nWith James K. Zimmerman\nEvery month at 6:30pm\nFREE! Registration (above) strongly encouraged. Walk-ins welcome until we reach capacity.\n*Workshop will begin promptly at 6:30pm. We are not able to accommodate late comers.  \nDecember 11: Practice & Feedback \nBring new (or old!) material to share and practice reading. We’ll also explore best practices for giving useful and compassionate feedback in a group setting.  \nIn addition to the evening’s unique focus\, each workshop will include time for sharing material with the group\, practice reading\, discussion\, and a short meditation.  \nABOUT JAMES\nJames K. Zimmerman is an award-winning writer and frequent Pushcart Prize nominee. He has been published in journals such as Atlanta Review\, Chicago Quarterly Review\, Chautauqua\, december\, Folio\, Lumina\, the minnesota review\, Nimrod\, Pleiades\, Rattle\, and Salmagundi\, among many others. He has read his works in dozens of venues\, including Poets’ House\, the New England Poetry Club\, KGB\, Otto’s Shrunken Head\, the Norwich (VT) Bookstore\, San Jose State University\, Amherst Writers & Artists\, Straw Dog Writers Guild\, and the Association of Writers & Publishers. His published books of poems include “Little Miracles” (Passager Books)\, “Family Cookout” (Comstock Books — winner of the Jessie Bryce Niles Award)\, “The Further Adventures of Zen Patriarch Dōgen” (Poetry Box Press — Editor’s Choice)\, “Uncertainty” (Bottlecap Press)\, “Unbroken Circle\, Unending Thread” (Fernwood)\, and “Portrait Miniatures” (Broadstone Books). 
URL:https://bethanyarts.org/calendar/openmichvdec1126/
LOCATION:HUDSON VALLEY BOOKS FOR HUMANITY\, 67 Central Ave\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Open Mic,Performance,Poetry,Program,Reading,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Bethany Kids CREATE Saturdays - December 12
DESCRIPTION:Bethany Kids CREATE Saturdays\nDATES & TIMES: \nAll Saturdays are 10AM-12:30PM\nSeptember 19\, 26\, October 10\, 17\, 24\, November 7\, 14\, December 5\, 12\, 19\, 2026  \nAGES: 3-7 Years Old\nAges 3-5 with Elizabeth\nAges 6-7 with Ruby \nInstructors Elizabeth and Ruby specialize in their age group. Every project is designed to be just the right fit and accessible for each age.  \nSliding Scale Per Class: $50-65\nWe ask that you contribute at the level that reflects your family’s needs at this time. If you’re able to contribute at a higher level\, know that it goes directly toward sustaining this program and providing more opportunities for our community to participate in the arts.  \nBethany Kids CREATE Saturdays is an exploratory\, process-based art class for young artists to CREATE\, express themselves\, and build friendships. CREATors embark on innovative art projects designed to spark imagination and encourage artists to think outside the box. Projects might include sculpture building\, printmaking\, working with nature-based materials\, and much more.   \nWe’ll explore a wide range of art forms and unique art materials — all while learning new artistic skills\, practicing kindness\, team building and acceptance.   \nCome ready to explore and CREATE — dress for mess\, and dress for outside. Bring a nut-free snack.  \n*Registration required by 3PM on Friday*\n \nRegister Here!  \nAll sales are final.  \n——-  \nINSTRUCTORS & BIOS:\nElizabeth Montanile (she/her) \nInstructor: ages 3-5\nElizabeth was born in Puerto Rico and now currently resides in Dobbs Ferry\, New York. From a young age\, she has always been creative\, working across as many mediums as possible. One of her favorite mediums is photography\, and she graduated from the Hallmark Institute of Photography in 2012. During her time at Hallmark\, Elizabeth discovered not only a deep love for photography but also a passion for working with children\, particularly through portraiture. This experience led her to pursue an education in early childhood\, and she is now a teacher at Elmwood Day School.   \nElizabeth has been the Director of Bethany Kids CREATE Summer Program for the last three years. In her teaching\, Elizabeth encourages young artists to work together as a community. She created the Bethany bees: Bee kind\, Bee creative\, Bee helpful\, Bee brave\, and Bee you! — not only to honor the bees on Bethany’s property but also to encourage a safe space for kids to be themselves\, work together\, and find the artist they are.  \nWhen she is not teaching\, Elizabeth can be found in her studio at Bethany\, where she creates her mosaic jewelry pieces!   \nRuby Sgueglia (they/them)\nInstructor: ages 6-7\nRuby Sgueglia is a multimedia artist and art educator currently residing in Putnam County\, New York. They have experience in a wide variety of artistic mediums\, with a particular concentration on painting and drawing. Ruby has taught a little bit of everything to people of all ages and backgrounds\, but nothing is as consistently inspiring and exciting as getting to teach in environments like Bethany Kids CREATE Summer Program\, where they have been the Art Instructor for three years now. They believe that every child deserves the chance to be creative in a place where there is no judgement\, no emphasis on failure or success\, guided only by exploration and expression.    
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LOCATION:Bethany Arts Community\, 40 Somerstown Rd.\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
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