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Arts & Democracy

We support cross-pollination between arts and culture, participatory democracy, and social justice.

The creative power of arts and culture—especially among those who have been traditionally disenfranchised—is a catalyst for action. The Arts & Democracy Project builds the momentum of a cultural movement that links arts and culture, participatory democracy, and social justice. We catalyze and support cross-pollination between sectors, cultures, and generations.

07/24/2026

Join us tomorrow, July 25 to Celebrate Kensington! Programs take place on the Ave C Plaza from 1-5:30 and Kensington Plaza from 2-7pm.

We will start the day with a sharing music across traditions in the form of an open jam session. Local musicians Yoshie Fruchter (guitar, bass) and Nilofar Jahan (harmonium, vocals) will lead a houseband that will play loose arrangements of Bengali, klezmer, jazz and more. House Band will include: Yoshie Fruchter - guitar, bass; Nilofar Jahan - harmonium, vocals; Mir Naqibul Islam - tabla; Roy Nathanson - saxophone; Brian Drye - trombone/keys; Shai Wetzer - drums/percussion.

All musicians are welcome to join in, so feel free to bring your instrument!

The day continues with a neighborhood story showcase, embroidery workshop, exhibits, community tables, and a performance by Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts - BIPA

You can find a link to the full schedule in the comments.

07/20/2026

We hope you can join us, Nocd-NY, Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts - BIPA The Singing Winds and many more partners at Celebrate Kensington this Sat, July 25, starting at 1pm

07/14/2026

Join Arts & Democracy, NOCD-NY, Kensington Cultural Council and community partners for Celebrate Kensington on Saturday, July 25 from 1-5:30pm at the Ave C Plaza!

Featuring:
• Jam session with local musicians including Yoshie Fruchter, Nilofar Jahan, Naqibul Islam, Roy Nathanson and others
• Engagement with community groups
• Exhibition including How to Create Kensington Culture and
• Bangladeshi Ladies Club’s Nakshi Kantha display
• Youth-led activities
• Embroidery and storytelling with author Roohi Choudhry and local artists
• Performance with Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA)
• and more!

06/23/2026

Please join us at The Mouth of the Sun: Performance and Discussion by Muslim women and gender-expansive folk

Tuesday, July 7, 7pm, The Urbane Arts Club, Brooklyn, NY.

FREE and open to all. Please RSVP; link in comments.

Listen to new creative writing by Muslim women and gender-expansive folk and join a powerful discussion on harnessing personal stories to create change. This event celebrates the 2026 cohort of participants in The Mouth of the Sun, a creative incubator program presented by Arts & Democracy and author Roohi Choudhry. Performances by Diya Abbass, Zanib Ahmed, Banen Al-Sheemary, mikayla dablan-azony, Ethar El-Katatney, Saadia Khalid, and Somer Saleh.

“I COMMIT / TO FRICTION AND THE UNDERTAKING OF THE PEARL…
I AM TASTING MYSELF / IN THE MOUTH OF THE SUN”
– June Jordan

06/17/2026

THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 21st, 1-5PM! Join local youth leaders for a special Kensington Youth Mela at Avenue C Plaza! Sessions are designed by teens and young adults and will include zine making/collage, Origami for Good, fabric mural making, theater exercises, henna instruction, discussion and more! All are welcome! This event is co-presented with Nocd-NY and is part of Kensington Culture at Avenue C Plaza with ArtBuilt Mobile Studios and Kensington Cultural Council partners, bringing activities to the plaza every day in June.

06/10/2026

Film screening at the Kensington library tomorrow, June 11 - RSVP link in comments. The award-winning film "Elijah" will be followed by a Q&A session with writer and director Razid Season.

The film follows a Bengali Muslim taxi driver in New York City as he navigates the harsh realities of the American Dream, including grueling work hours and the collapse of the taxi medallion system. Amidst these challenges, he must also support his child, Shoshi, who is transitioning in a transphobic immigrant culture. This relationship forces him to confront community prejudices to protect his son.

06/03/2026

This Sunday! Join us and ArtBuilt Mobile Studio at The Family Concert on the Ave C Plaza June 7 at 2pm! Celebrate the amazing young people in our community and their wonderful teaching artists.

05/26/2026

We are looking forward to The Family Concert on the Ave C Plaza on Sunday June 7 at 2pm! Join us in celebrating the amazing young people in our community and their wonderful teaching artists.

05/19/2026

Join us and ArtBuilt Mobile Studios for the Family Concert on June 7 at 2pm at the Ave C Plaza! With Brooklyn Porch Music, Casa Cultural Nocd-NY The Singing Winds Tomas Rodriguez Guitar Studio, Cynthia King Dance Studio and Lofty Pigeon Books. RSVP's are appreciated, but not required. The link is in the comments.

04/18/2026

This is the last weekend to vote in participatory budgeting! Check out the comments for a link to the website including in person voting locations and a Zine which describes the projects. You can also vote online.

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New York, NY
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Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.artsanddemocracy.org/

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