Join us on Friday February 23rd, 2024, from 6:00 - 8:00pm, for our second Community Arts Social Event with artist, Domingo Cruz, at The CAC. Domingo is an artist from Washington Heights that creates art that pays homage to both NYC and Domincan Republic and their organic but colorful crossing of paths. Specifically, Domingo is trained in the Dominican […]
For youg people ages 7 to 17 Participants younger than 10 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (Child drop off not allowed) Join fashion designer and craftswoman Milagros Batista in a delightful crochet workshop suitable for all ages and skill levels. For beginners looking to grasp the fundamentals, Milagros will […]
Join us on Friday, March 1, 2024, at The Children's Art Carnival from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for our third Community Arts Social Event featuring artist Bryan Fernandez. Bryan began creating art in high school as a form of self-expression, and the biggest influence on his life and current art practice is Washington Heights, with its ties […]
CYANOTYPE WORKSHOP Date: Saturday, March 2nd Time: 1:00 - 3:00pm Venue: The Children's Art Carnival Max. Participants: 15 Cyanotype printing is a 150-year-old photographic process that produces Prussian blue prints of photographs or art. Artists of all levels are welcome to join. This class is taught by MultiMedia Artist and Harlem native, Dionis Ortiz. […]
Virtual Event on Youtube - (All Ages) Every Thursday starting January 25th Join us for four insightful online talks as we celebrate the release of Tim Fielder’s graphic novel adaptation of The Comet, a seminal work Du Bois wrote in 1920. Discussion topics include the themes of race and religion and the work’s standing within the […]
Art Man Dan Join us on Friday, March 8th 2024, at The Children's Art Carnival from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for our fourth Community Arts Social Event featuring artist Daniel Bonilla or as he is commonly know, Art Man Dan. Bonilla's artistic journey has led him through explorations in many mediums including Illustration, Mural Design, Sign Painting and […]
Art Making Workshop by community artist Bryan Fernandez Saturday, March 9th 1:00 pm to 3:00pm Open to All Ages Participants younger than 10 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (Child drop-off not allowed) Led by community artist Bryan Fernandez, workshop attendees will take part in a collage workshop. Working […]
Join us on Friday, March 15th 2024, at The Children's Art Carnival from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for our Fifth Community Arts Social Event featuring Muralist and Art Educator Pips. Community Arts Socials are weekly gatherings for artists, creative individuals to connect with each other and members of the Northern Manhattan community. These social events provide a platform for the […]
Art Making Workshop by community artist Art Man Dan Open to All Ages Participants younger than 10 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (Child drop-off not allowed) Led by community artist Art Man Dan, workshop attendees will take part in a hands-on art making activity that will activate your […]
Please join us for an Artist Dialogue and Closing Reception at The Children's Art Carnival on Saturday, March 16th at 5:00pm. As we bring The enchanting world of Milagros Batista Exhibition to a triumphant conclusion, we would like to invite you to an Artist Talk. The discussion will be lead by community leader and advocate, Ofelia Rodiguez engaged in conversation […]
Élan Cadiz Join us on Friday, March 29, 2024, at The Children's Art Carnival from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for our sixth Community Arts Social Event featuring Interdisciplinary artist, Élan Cadiz’. Élan’s art and practice are grounded in the documentation of her personal narrative through the use of portraiture, domestic and historical imagery. Community Arts […]
Open to All Ages Participants younger than 10 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (Child drop-off not allowed) Led by community artist Michele Godwin, MIchele will be leading a Collagraph Printmaking Workshop. A collagraph print is made by glueing different materials to cardboard and creating a kind of collage. During the inking process the ink […]
Join us for a captivating live reading of "This is My Story" at The Children's Art Carnival on Saturday, March 30, at 2:00 pm. Accomplished children's book authors Ayodele Olayinka and Maryam Myika Day will enchant audiences with their magical storytelling, accompanied by the illustrious Broadway star Lillias White as a special guest. This exciting event promises an unforgettable experience for children and families alike. The […]
For young people ages 7 to 17 Participants younger than 10 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (Child drop off not allowed) Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 1:00 PM Learn how to draw comics from the author and artist Tim Fielder. This in-person workshop will take place at The Children's Art Carnival. […]
CARNIVAL MASK MAKING WORKSHOP with artist Domingo "CRUDO" Cruz Open to All Ages Participants younger than 10 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (Child drop-off not allowed) This workshop will center on carnival mask-making, an expression of celebration and freedom across the entire Caribbean and its global diaspora. It's a time for people […]
Grant Writing Workshop For Creatives Facilitated by Angela Abreu Class Dates: Sunday, April 7 Time: 1:00 - 3:00pm Venue: The Children's Art Carnival Max. Participants: 25 Join us for an immersive 2 part grant writing workshop designed specifically for artists, writers, and other creatives eager to explore the vast landscape of funding opportunities available to support their creative endeavors. This workshop is tailored […]
Join us on Friday, April 12th, 2024, at The Children's Art Carnival from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for our sixth Community Arts Social Event featuring Mixed Media artist, Dionis Ortiz. Dionis is not only a Teaching Artist but also serves as an Artist-In-Residence and Gallery Manager at The Children's Art Carnival. FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIALS are weekly […]
THE ULTIMATE COLLAGE WORKSHOP with artist Élan Cadiz Open to All Ages Participants younger than 10 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (Child drop-off not allowed) First taught art by her father, artist, and educator Edwin G. Cadiz at the age of three, Élan has been honing her skills in the arts for […]
OPEN YOUR EYES - WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP 1 hr 30 mins | Free Date & Time: March 20, 2024, 6:30 pm April 3, 2024, 6:30 pm April 17, 2024, 6:30 pm May 1, 2024, 6:30 pm May 15, 2024, 6:30 pm Facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper Location: Children's Art Carnival, 62 Hamilton Terrace, Ground Floor, New York, NY […]
Aleathia's 2 Tuesdays Art Journeys Class Date: Tuesday March 19 & 26 Session Times: 1:00pm-3:00pm (select two) 6:00pm-8:00pm Venue: The Children's Art Carnival A two-session art workshop taking participants on a creative journey to complete their own work of art. 2 Tuesdays allows the artist in you to emerge, your imagination time to open and engage, We will explore a variety of techniques formats to […]
ART MAKING WORKSHOP by community artist Pips Class Date: Saturday, April 27th Time: 1:00 - 3:00pm Venue: The Children's Art Carnival Open to All Ages Max. Participants: 25 Led by community artist Pips, this workshop will introduce attendees to a brief history of graffiti art and teach them how to create their own graffiti lettering. Participants younger […]
Identity Threads at The CAC Gallery in Harlem delves into cultural belonging and personal heritage in Harlem and Washington Heights. Through diverse perspectives, this exhibition explores equity, representation and artistic integrity within communities of color. Celebrating identity, it prompts reflection on cultural objects shaping selfhood and belonging. Please join us for the Opening Reception at The Children's Art Carnival on Friday, […]
Join SISTAAH Studio for an event to Celebrate Victory Over Cancer. FREE and Open to the Public. Learn more and Register Information - Education - Inspiration - Transformation
Monday June 3rd - Join us for an inspiring evening of art and community, to help sustain a vital Harlem cultural landmark. We’re Celebrating 55 years of service at the Children's Art Carnival. Founded in 1969 by artist Betty Blayton-Taylor, the Carnival has been a creative sanctuary for Harlem's young people and their families for […]
