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#ResiliArt Angola: An International Exchange of Art & Culture
In-person
Hosted by ResiliArt Angola
Curated by Andrece Brady
FRI 29 | 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm
Join us for a night of cultural exchange through Angolan art featuring an artist talk with Andrece Brady and live performance by Janetza Miranda at Newark City Hall.
SUN 1 | 12:00 pm - 05:00 pm
This is a once-a-year chance to meet, observe and chat with each of our incredible studio residents *in* their studios, as well as enjoy our five new exhibitions and free refreshments.
Featured Artists: Ken Weathersby, Jo-El Lopez, Anne Dushanko Dobek, Noelle Lorraine Williams, Tonya Johnson, Ian King, Lisette Morel, Amanda Thackray, kara lynch, Jaz Graf, Hasnat Mehmood, Juno Zago, Bleriot Thompson, Steve Rossi, troizel, Michael K. Taylor.
FRI 29 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm
Gallery Aferro presents *five* new extraordinary exhibitions celebrating connection in the form of music, poetry, photography, mixed media and sculpture.
Featured Artists: Bleriot Thompson, Anjali Benjamin-Webb, Amy Becker, Lynnée Denise
A Creative Start
In-person
Hosted by Artfront Galleries & Studio Institute
Curated by Studio Institute
THU 28 | 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm
Celebrate the creativity of young artists from Newark & East Orange, New Jersey!
Opening reception September 28th from 4pm-6pm.
A Night of Music: Presented by Grounded Music Education at BlkBoxNwk
In-person
Hosted by Grounded Music Education x BlkBoxNwk
Curated by Grounded Music Education
THU 28 | 06:00 pm - 12:00 am
Get ready for a night of great music, brought to you by Grounded Music Education at BlkBoxNwk during Newark Arts Festival!
FRI 29 | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm
Don't miss Newark Native and Arts High School Alum, Peter Collins, perform live at Newark Symphony Hall to launch "A Night on the Mic" in our newly renovated Terrace Ballroom!
Featured Artists: Peter Collins, Sheldon Steele and Briyon Brinson
THU 28 | 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm
FRI 29 | 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
SAT 30 | 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
SUN 1 | 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
Step into this vibrant exhibition "A Point of View," on display at the Newark Arts Festival Headquarters.
Featured Artists: Artist credit of photo: New School Rappers, 2022; Shannon Starr.
Featured artists: Tanisha Best, John Futrell, Emily Konopinski, Veronica Spruill, Oluwademilade Omoregie, Dejah Monai Johnson, Shannon Thomas, Ashanti Haley, Elaine Wladyga, Leroy White, Ghislaine Sabiti, Jeffrey Cobbold, George Brandon, Anysha Hyppolite, Jamarr Neyland, Steven Levine, Sunae Long & Dante Laughlin, Angel Souto, David DeVose, Michael Dal Cerro, Hank Smith, Pamela Lopez-Cruz, Dinka Creator, Dana Jackson, Alexander Guzman, Lisandra Wieters, Michelle Alexander, Carole Moore, Kaila Boulware Sykes, Alexis Barnes, NiChelle Williams, and Antonio Arroyo.
Afro Vibrations, in collaboration with Newark City Parks and Afro Taco
In-person
Hosted by Newark Arts
FRI 29 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm
Get ready to groove to the electrifying beats of Afro Vibrations, a mind-blowing event in collaboration with Newark City Parks and Afro Taco.
SUN 1 | 12:00 pm - 05:00 pm
Newark Artist and ceramicist Anker West studio tour
Art Exhibition By Graffiti Artist Raffa "MAL" Invencível
In-person
Hosted by Newark Print Shop
Curated by Janetza Miranda
FRI 29 | 10:00 pm - 12:00 am
Art Exhibition By Angolan artist, Raffa "MAL" Invencível curated by Janetza Miranda at the Newark Print Shop.
Featured Artists: Janetza Miranda, MANUEL ANDRÉ PEDRO, Raffa "MAL" Invencível, Newark Print Shop
BIG and small: Arts High School Exhibition
In-person
Hosted by Arts High School
Curated by Robert Richardson
THU 28 | 03:00 pm - 06:00 pm
A visual art exhibition of BIG and small artworks
FRI 29 | 08:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Newark's premier comedy showcase is part of the Newark Arts Festival! Hosted by Justin Williams and DJ Gonzalo Silva.
FRI 29 | 08:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Brick City Comedy Revue
Brilliant Gallery Happy Hour
In-person
Hosted by Brilliant Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Curated by Dr Suffiyah Webb
THU 28 | 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm
Open Gallery to view over 20 works including originals, sculpture and prints.
Featured Artists: Scott Harbison, Bisa Butler, Courtney Collins, Kayla Mahaffey, Hebru Brantley, Harmonia Rosales, Genesis Tramaine, Lyle Owerko, Faile, Banksy, Naturale, Rebessa Crouch, Nathan Adley, Brittsense, Kevin Darmanie, Nina Chanel, RaeBK
SAT 30 | 03:00 pm - 04:30 pm
An afternoon of performances and reflections honoring dancer, educator and artist, Ronnie Carney.
Cross Cultural Perspectives
In-person
Hosted by Newark Arts & The Newark Museum Of Art
Curated by Adrienne Wheeler & Atteqa Ali
THU 28 | 11:00 am - 05:00 pm
FRI 29 | 11:00 am - 05:00 pm
SAT 30 | 11:00 am - 05:00 pm
SUN 1 | 11:00 am - 05:00 pm
Cross Cultural Perspectives will be on view across several galleries of the Museum from September 27 through October 29 and feature a remarkable roster of 90+ visual artists from Newark, and beyond.
Featured Artists: Cecilia Martinez, Marina Carreira, Doune Clermont, Allison Capel, Nette Forné Thomas, Timothy Simmons, Sherwin Banfield, Theda Sandiford, Antoinette Ellis-Wiliams, Anonda Bell, Cathleen McCoy Bristol, France Garrido, Kervin Andre, Fausto Sevila, Ida Ochoteco, Gregg Banks, Beau McCall, Kathleen Heron, Patricia Dahlman, Kirk Maynard, PaulA Neves, Aubrey J. Kauffman, Sandra Charlap, M.Malcolm King, Ife' East, Ameerah Shabazz, Sue Eldridge Ward, Martryce Roach, Joseph Eze, Simone Bailey Campbell, Caren King Choi, K. Eleven Muldrow, Melisa Gerecci, M’nard Derosena, Ron EA Powell, Beth Heit, Kay Reese, K Brown, Maria Estela, Dionne Jackson, Josephine Barreiro, Nathan Williams, Fatou Ridgird, Anthony Akanbi, Manman Huang, Terry Boddie, Armisey Smith, Kween Moore, Eric Valosin, Tiara Fitch, Ricardo Osmondo Francis, Malik Whitaker, Rachel Fawn Alban, Serron Green, David James, Yvonne Onque, Teena Soni, Suliman Onque, Anibal Padilla, Samad Onque, Denise Toney, Dawn Tighe, Jazlyne Wooden, Gwen Charles, Darryl Dwayne, Samantha Treadwell, Emanuele Cacciatore, Devin Alexander, Amira Rogers, Rebecca Goyette, Kortez Artist, Cali Smith, Elizabeth Menzie, Devynity Wray, Judyann Affronti, Linda Street, Terence Grimsley aka Alkhem Eternal, Anniyah Bilal, Stephen B. Ellis, Dominique Duroseau, Maimouna Sow, Anker West, Luisa Fernanda Pinzon Romero, Mashell Black, Heather Williams, Ziui Chen Vance, Anne Dushenko Dobek, Frank Soto, Patricia Andrea Patzi, David Christopher Orrell, Kilolo Kumanyika, Dennis Chima Dike, Vazquez, Diana Candelejo, Pam Owens, Juan Giraldo, Dominant Dansby, Danielle Scott, Yasmine Barboza, and Anindita Dutta.
Culture Creators: High School Visual Arts Academy Student Exhibition, "Bridging Borders: Embracing Cross-Cultural Perspectives"
In-person
Hosted by Newark Board of Education Office of Visual and Performing Arts
THU 28 | 11:00 am - 05:00 pm
FRI 29 | 11:00 am - 05:00 pm
SAT 30 | 11:00 am - 05:00 pm
SUN 1 | 11:00 am - 05:00 pm
Join Newark Board of Education's Office of Visual and Performing Arts Teen Exhibition, Bridging Borders: Embracing Cross-Cultural Perspectives, in the Program Hall on the Mezzanine level.
Cultures Collide In and Beyond the Classroom
In-person
Curated by Michelle R. Alexander and Ameerah Shabazz- Bilal
SAT 30 | 11:00 am - 04:00 pm
Cultures Collide is an exhibit showcasing a visual story from educators alongside their student/mentee artists of how culture and hip-hop influences our space.
Featured Artists: Artist Educators include Michelle R. Alexander, Ameerah Shabazz-Bilal, Rochelle D. Alexander, Yvonne Onque, Shakeila Tabman and Malik Whitaker. Student and Mentee Artists include Alisa F., Bryanna N., Sarai S., Stalin C., Rachel B., Giovanna D., Eva C., Empathy W., Kindred W., Haniyyah A., Ty Jordan O. and Madeleigha P.
DAYLIGHT: An Exhibition of Paintings by Kwesi Abbensetts
In-person
Curated by Kwesi Abbensetts / Christopher Watson
SAT 30 | 04:00 pm - 07:00 pm
DAYLIGHT: A solo exhibition of paintings by artist Kwesi Abbensetts, September 30, 2023, Newark, New Jersey.
Despite the Spoils: In Conversation Curator Armisey Smith & Artist Krystle Lemonias
In-person
Hosted by PAUL ROBESON GALLERIES, ROBESON CAMPUS CENTER GALLERY
Curated by ARMISEY SMITH
THU 28 | 02:30 pm - 03:30 pm
In Conversation Curator Armisey Smith & Artist Krystle Lemonias
Featured Artists: Eleven, Pam Cooper, Monifa Kincaid, Krystle Lemonias & Theda Sandiford.
FRI 29 | 06:00 pm - 10:00 pm
EMERGE: Opening Reception
Featured Artists: Mashell Black, Sandra Charlap, Stanwyck Cromwell, Jocelyn Fine, Suzan Globus, Dionne Jackson, Ellen Martin, Andrea McKenna, German Pitre, Jazlyne Sabree, Moses Salihou, Madge Scott, Tamara Torres, Mark Walters
Eternal City: FREE Dinner & Play
In-person
Hosted by NJPAC/ CHCA / BlkBoxNwk
Curated by Celeste Bateman
FREE screening of Independent Film: Gone Too Soon: the Life, Legacy and Loss of Newark’s cultural Icons
Produced & Directed by:
Celeste Bateman
Featured Artists: FREE screening of Independent Film:
Gone Too Soon: the Life, Legacy and Loss of Newark’s cultural Icons
Produced & Directed by:
Celeste Bateman
curated by: Celeste Bateman & Associates LLC Blue Butterfly Arts & Media
co-Sponsored by:
NJPAC / CHCA
@BlkBoxNwk @theGant-Gilbert
EXITentialism
In-person
Hosted by Artfront Galleries
Curated by Ms. Susan O'Rourke and Dr. Joseph Putrino
THU 28 | 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm
EXITentialism is a existential departure from an expected reality to an authentic experience.
Featured Artists: Judy Ann Affronti, Michelle Alexander, Amy Cheng, Jerry Gant, Stanley Gavida, Laurie Harden, Alice Harrison, Kim Kassnove, Cecilia Martinez, Janet Morgan, Anna Muniz, Sylvia Padilla, Joseph Putrino, Michael Teters, Sammi Treadwell.
SAT 30 | 10:00 am - 01:00 pm
A fun + free Saturday of interactive, outdoor learning and art-making experiences in a safe community space for families/all ages!
Featured Artists: Chiffani Brands, Grounded Music Education, Sheikia "Purple" Norris, Chef Afi, Rachel Fawn Alban, Para Kids!, Newark Board of Education students
SUN 1 | 12:00 pm - 04:00 pm
Join GlassRoots for a free family day of making glass art. Explore glass etching, mosaics art, and flameworking along with live glassblowing demonstrations.
FLAVA IN FASHION: 50 & Beyond
In-person
Hosted by Newark Public Library, Chiffani Brands Unlimited
Curated by Tiffany Salas
SAT 30 | 01:00 pm - 04:00 pm
A pop up exhibition & panel honoring some of New Jersey's pioneers in Hip Hop Fashion; exploring its global impact and connection to the diaspora.
Featured Artists: Tiffany Salas, Willie Esco, Pink Dragon Artist Syndicate, Jerry Gant, Empress Madinah Ali, Sheikia Purple Norris, The Artist Recreates The World, Roc & The Collective, Chiffani Brands Unlimited, The Gold Standard Productions, Marco Hall, Eugenia Boateng, Third & Walnut Co.
SUN 1 | 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm
A global gospel music extravaganza.
GreatFULLness: An Art Extravaganza
In-person
Hosted by 3 the Art Way / BlkBoxNwk
Curated by Akiba Ismail / Suliman Onque / John Murray
SAT 30 | 04:00 pm - 09:00 pm
📣📣Calling All ART LOVERS.. Join us for GreatFULLness!! 💫Saturday, September 30th...at the Gant-Gilbert Arts Collective in Newark. SCAN the QR code on the flyer to RSVP. Stay tuned for more details
SAT 30 | 04:00 pm - 07:00 pm
Get ready for an electrifying night of art, music, and soulful vibes at our Halsey Sessions event.
Featured Artists: Vero Verano, Joe Alloco, Destiny Tucker, Rhiana Young, Alexis Green, Purple Haze, Diamonds in Jupiter, 29, Mia X, Mewill Orr, and Kuf Knots.
FRI 29 | 07:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Join us for the inaugural Hip-Hop Supahiros-- a concept nerdcore and fringe hip-hop showcase!
Performances from Newark natives and area artists.
Featured Artists: Wrek P., Awesomus Prime, Heroes 4 Hire, SerotoninChaser, The Real Mike Wilson, MicFamiliar, ThaGataNegrra
SAT 30 | 06:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Index Art Center invites you to join us for the Newark Arts Festival as we exhibit a select group of painters, sculptors, and multimedia artists producing work that is unique,exciting, and challenging
Featured Artists: Gianluca Bianchino, Kevin Darmanie, Sunil Garg, Matthew Gosser, Serron Green, Rita Jimenez, Eleven K. Muldrow, William Oliwa, Luisa Pinzon Romero, Charlee Swanson, Amanda Thackray, Peter Tuomey, and Kati Vilim
SUN 1 | 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
Index Studio Tour
Featured Artists: Giovana Rusin, Colin Shields, Gonzolo Silva, and Dana Johnson
FRI 29 | 07:30 pm - 09:00 pm
SAT 30 | 02:00 pm - 03:30 pm
Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill" is a riveting portrayal of Billie Holiday's final concert, intertwining her mesmerizing music with poignant reminiscences.
Featured Artists: The Star: Zahra Saud's Mesmerizing Portrayal
Zahra Saud, a talented Arts High School senior, will embody the enigmatic Billie Holiday. Her performance is nothing short of extraordinary, capturing the essence and haunting beauty of Holiday's voice and spirit. Zara recently wowed audiences at Newark Symphony Hall's Benefit, prompting President and CEO Talia Young to declare, "By 2024, you will see this young lady's name on Newark Symphony Hall's Marquee." Don't miss the chance to witness this rising star in action.
SUN 1 | 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
On Sundays we brunch! Join us for a bubbly occasion.
Light Fractures: NORTHSTAR (Virtual Poetry Workshop)
Virtual
Hosted by EvoluCulture Ventures
Curated by Attorious Renee
THU 28 | 07:00 pm - 08:40 pm
EvoluCulture goes virtual with our first poetry workshop in the Light Fractures Series, focusing on Rhyme and Reason. Instructed by Attroious Renee
*Zoom Link available only after ticket purchase*
Featured Artists: Instructor: Attorious Renee
Lincoln Park Jazzy Soul Series starring NASIR DICKERSON and poet MIA X
In-person
Hosted by Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District
FRI 29 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm
Influenced by founding board member Amiri Baraka’s love of jazz, this year the Lincoln Park Jazzy Soul Series’ Newark Arts Festival edition stars multi-instrumentalist NASIR DICKERSON and poet MIA X.
Featured Artists: Nasir Dickerson, MIA X, J-Read
LIVE ART BATTLE! @ The Krueger Mansion
In-person
Hosted by CryOut Cave
Curated by Nicole Fowler/Creating Peace Collective
FRI 29 | 07:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Come celebrate the Artist’s in our community and connect with people and Art that ignites and energize us!
8 Artists - 3 Rounds - 30 minutes each (10 min sketch grace period)
SAT 30 | 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
SUN 1 | 12:00 pm - 06:00 pm
a meet-up in studio to buy, sell and peruse vintage clothing, art and more from vendors of all varieties.
Featured Artists: Denny Balmaceda, Studiolo Artale Ceramics, & more
Many Hands to Make a Masterpiece
In-person
Hosted by Brilliant Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Curated by Dr Suffiyah Webb
SAT 30 | 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
The event begins with an empty 5ftx6ft canvas. With ample supplies and tools provided by Dr. Webb, visitors can create art on the canvas for it to be displayed in the gallery/office over the next year
Featured Artists: Scott Harbison, Bisa Butler, Courtney Collins, Kayla Mahaffey, Hebru Brantley, Harmonia Rosales, Genesis Tramaine, Lyle Owerko, Faile, Banksy, Naturel, Rebecca Crouch, Nathan Adley, Brittsense, Kevin Darmanie, Nina Chanel, RaeBK
THU 28 | 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm
Celebrate the opening of NAF 2023’s Headquarters. Art, music, and more!
Featured Artists: Tanisha Best, John Futrell, Emily Konopinski, Veronica Spruill, Oluwademilade Omoregie, Dejah Monai Johnson, Shannon Thomas, Ashanti Haley, Elaine Wladyga, Leroy White, Ghislaine Sabiti, Jeffrey Cobbold, George Brandon, Anysha Hyppolite, Jamarr Neyland, Steven Levine, Sunae Long & Dante Laughlin, Angel Souto, David DeVose, Michael Dal Cerro, Hank Smith, Pamela Lopez-Cruz, Dinka Creator, Dana Jackson, Alexander Guzman, Lisandra Wieters, Michelle Alexander, Carole Moore, Kaila Boulware Sykes, Alexis Barnes, NiChelle Williams, and Antonio Arroyo.
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Employee Art & Photography Show
Virtual
Hosted by Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Children's Hospital of New Jersey
Curated by Patricia MItrano
THU 28 | Available on demand at any time.
FRI 29 | Available on demand at any time.
SAT 30 | Available on demand at any time.
SUN 1 | Available on demand at any time.
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Employee Art & Photography Show
Featured Artists: Rashmi Aggarwal, Kim Alexander-Cook, Patrick Anderson, Tara Chowaniec, Jagat Daliya, Myra Doukrou, Sarah Graham, Dwayne Jones, Patricia Mitrano, Marsha McMillian, Patricia Policastro, Peter C. Richter, Carole A. Robinson, John Roper, Denise Saul, Victoria Solon, Fred Warburton, Ana L. Vega, Karen Wallace, Lanice C. Williams.
Newark Board of Education: Summer Visual and Performing Arts Academy Student Art Exhibition, "Unlocking Our Potential"
In-person
Hosted by Newark Board of Education Office of Visual and Performing Arts
THU 28 | 09:00 am - 03:00 pm
FRI 29 | 09:00 am - 03:00 pm
SAT 30 | 10:00 am - 01:00 pm
Join Newark Board of Education’s Office of Visual and Performing Arts for the Summer Visual and Performing Arts Academy Student Art Exhibition, "Unlocking Our Potential."
SUN 1 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm
A must-see talent showcase featuring some of Newark's newest generation of great artists.
Featured Artists: Aisha Truth, Division X, CBL Kev, Chris Gill, Jami Lockett, God Body/Zaki Muhammad, 777/Yaya Productions, CBL, Miguel Garrets/7PM Unfamous, Evan Griffin, Anthony Hip Love, Ralph Ugo, Tobias Timberson, Vartika, Devynity Wray, Bonnie The Poet, Trey Perry, Pim Comedy, and Nene Queen.
THU 28 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm
Get ready for a vibrant and bustling Night Market, happening on where you can indulge in live arts and lots of food!
Featured Artists: The Izm, Roky's Reign, Danielle McKenzie, Arrow the Symbol, Debra Fogo, Positive Gunter, and Angel Suerno.
NJPAC Jazz Restaurant Crawl
In-person
Hosted by New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Curated by New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Newark Arts, Invest Newark
SUN 1 | 12:00 pm - 05:00 pm
Five restaurants in downtown Newark host live jazz sets of various genres on the hour starting at 12PM.
Featured Artists: George Brandon's Blue Unity, MPACK, Jamale Davis and Yard Work, Carlos Frias and Circulo Social & More
SUN 1 | 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
As part of this year's NAF 2023, Obscura Darkroom presents TWO exhibits opening Sunday, October 1st from 1 pm - 5 pm during PES annual Fall Open Studios.
Featured Artists: Vasquez Arts, Luisa f. Pinzon Romero, Stafford Woods, and many more!
SUN 1 | 12:00 pm - 07:00 pm
Free shuttle buses for Newark's Open Doors Studio Tours.
SAT 30 | 12:00 pm - 02:00 pm
Join us for a family friendly outdoor arts event catered to our youth.
SUN 1 | 11:00 am - 05:00 pm
Get ready to explore the creative world like never before at the Open Doors Studio Tour taking place all around Newark, NJ.
FRI 29 | 08:00 pm - 09:30 pm
A new solo performance piece that asks the question how do we nurture young black girls? How do we nurture black women?
THU 28 | 02:30 pm - 03:30 pm
FRI 29 | 12:00 pm - 05:00 pm
SAT 30 | 12:30 pm - 03:30 pm
Paul Robeson Galleries presents exhibition “Despite the Spoils: A Woman’s Perspective” + 2 programs
Featured Artists: Monifa Kincaid, Krystle Lemonias, Theda Sandiford, Pam Cooper, Eleven Muldrow, LAYQA NUNA YAWAR, Armisey Smith, Jill Sigman
SUN 1 | 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
Join PES STUDIOS on Sunday, October 1st from 1 pm - 5 pm for our annual Fall Open Studios. Guests will have the opportunity to tour 30,000 square feet of artist studios and community workshop spaces.
Public art guided tour in Forest Hill area
In-person
Hosted by Eirini Linardaki and Melanie Levick Parkin
SUN 1 | 12:00 pm - 01:00 pm
Guided tour of public artworks suspended in Forest Hill area in Newark
Featured Artists: Eirini Linardaki, Melanie Levick-Parkin
THU 28 | -
FRI 29 | -
SAT 30 | -
SUN 1 | -
Join us for a city-wide adventure exploring the captivating public art pieces at your own pace on our self-guided tour.
Re-Seeding: Live Process Performance With Artist in Residence Jill Sigman
In-person
Hosted by PAUL ROBESON GALLERIES, ROBESON CAMPUS CENTER GALLERY
Curated by JILL SIGMAN
SAT 30 | 02:00 pm - 03:00 pm
A rare opportunity for viewers to encounter Jill Sigman as she provides access to the creative process, through the presentation of a work in progress.
Featured Artists: JILL SIGMAN
Remembering the Purple One: A Tribute to Prince Rogers Nelson
In-person
Hosted by MENTOR Newark
Curated by Arts High School + Newark High School Mentees and David Byer-Tyre (Artist-Mentor) + Jesse Jenkins (Mentor)
THU 28 | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm
FRI 29 | 11:00 am - 08:00 pm
SAT 30 | 11:00 am - 08:00 pm
Celebrate the life/artistry of Prince Rogers Nelson in an exhibit co-curated by Newark high school student mentees and their mentors.
Featured Artists: The Life Music and Legacy of Prince Rogers Nelson.
SAT 30 | 09:00 am - 11:00 am
Our Sensory Friendly Tour is a private tour catered to our youth and adults with Special Needs and those who are sensory sensitive.
SAT 30 | 01:30 pm - 02:00 pm
The unveiling of the "Stairway of Friendship" art installation at Newark Riverfront Park.
Featured Artists: Maude Lemaire
FRI 29 | 06:00 pm - 07:30 pm
Strange Fruit Redux by Afrika Brown is a one-act play composed of spoken word monologues.
SAT 30 | 10:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Join us for an epic night continuing our celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop at the Strings and Stanzas After Party.
Strings & Stanzas: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop, presented by Audible
In-person
Hosted by Newark Arts
SAT 30 | 08:00 pm - 10:00 pm
An unforgettable evening of music celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop.
Featured Artists: Rah Digga, Rhino, D. Cross, Madison Star, Rokafella and Cent.
Sweet Daddy Grace - Podcast
Virtual
Hosted by FORSA Media Group x iHeart Podcasts
Curated by Marcy DePina
THU 28 | Available on demand at any time.
FRI 29 | Available on demand at any time.
SAT 30 | Available on demand at any time.
SUN 1 | Available on demand at any time.
Bishop Charles Manuel “Sweet Daddy” Grace was once one of the richest Black men in America. But not many people know about him today. 6 decades after his death, his descendants grapple with his legacy
Featured Artists: Marcy DePina, Daryl Stewart, Councilwoman Reverend Louise Scott-Rountree, Dr. Marie Dallum, Dr. Jibreel Khazan, Lovett Hines, Dr. Hasan Jeffries, Dr. Marilyn Halter, Bishop Talbert Swan, Dr. Terza Lima-Neves, Alicedes Vincente, Simone Spencer, Dr. James Fisher, Xavier Sivels, Marlene V. Grace Tavares, Marilyn "Fufi" Gonsalves, Jonathan DePina, Judith DePina Mifflin, Jonathan Mifflin,
The 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop the Fashion and Soul Food Edition
In-person
Curated by Channel 97 Television Streaming Networks
FRI 29 | 01:00 pm - 08:00 pm
SAT 30 | 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
SUN 1 | 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
Come and celebrate The History of Hip Hop's Dominating Influence in Fashion with a curated interactive Fashion Experience by Former Celebrity stylist Shakira creator of Channel 97!
Featured Artists: James Jones former recording artist for Desert Storm Records, Renowned Erotic stories Author, and owner of Anamal House Tv Networks, will be giving Fashion Advice and telling stories of the fashion Rules and Fashion Faux Paus of NY Fashion. He will also be available for pics on the red carpet.
THU 28 | 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
FRI 29 | 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
SAT 30 | 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
SUN 1 | 04:30 pm - 11:00 pm
“The Art of Culture”, a radical response of creative expression through visual and performing arts.
Featured Artists: Alexis Green , Ameerah Shabazz, Antoinette Ellis Williams , Cecilia Martinez, Charise Virgo, Cory Ford, Dayanna Poulard, Denise Toney,Dennis Dike, Dionne Jackson, Emoni Bullock, Eva Cordero, Fee Splash, Fernando Roman, Hui Tan, Imani Starr, Isis. A. N. Kenney, Jadeley Louis-Jean, Jennica Washington, Jonte Silver, Josie Barreiro, K. Brown, Kervin Andre, Kween Moore, Layqa Nuna Yawar, Leandro Comrie, Lillian Ribeiro, Linda Mickens, Maria Estrela, Mark Rosaldo, Michaela Lozada, Michelle Alexander, Mohammed Awudu , Monben Mayon, Nuovi by Najah, Ron Powell, Shemamphorash Andre, Spencer Charles, Stephen B. Ellis, Talitha Patton, Gavy Castro, Gannon Crutcher
THU 28 | 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm
Live Immersive Photo Exhibition Popup Ft. LIVE Performances by Princess Brittany (NYC LEGEND) and Elizabeth New Jersey (New Brunswick Trailblazer) featuring photography by Ashley Brody.
Featured Artists: Ashley Brody
Princess Brittany
Elizabeth New Jersey
SUN 1 | 01:00 pm - 02:00 pm
The play, the morés, is a new Afrikan folktale about a now-extinct ancient breed of hare.
THU 28 | 06:00 pm -
FRI 29 | -
SAT 30 | -
SUN 1 | -
Get ready to capture stunning moments at The Nork Project's Photo Fest, where photography enthusiasts gather to celebrate their passion.
SUN 1 | 07:00 pm - 09:30 pm
Live spoken word performances to raise funds for Gamma Xi Phi (Gamma Chapter) Professional artist fraternity. Featured poets and open mic!
The Window Sessions @ Halsey: TIMING
In-person
Hosted by Marco Hall & Chiffani Brands Unlimited
Curated by Marco Hall, Tiffany Salas
SAT 30 | 08:00 pm - 09:00 pm
Join us for The Window Sessions at Halsey for a 1-hour special presentation from Legendary Designer Marco Hall & the cosmic ROKY'S REIGN!
Featured Artists: Marco Hall, Roky's Reign, Tiffany Salas, Vernon Freeland, Gary Campbell
THU 28 | 05:00 pm - 09:00 pm
Join us for the ultimate Thursday night experience. Newark Arts will be hosting a Gallery Crawl where art, culture, and good vibes collide.
Your Life is a Masterpiece: Collage and Scrapbooking Workshop
In-person
Hosted by The Hayati Agency
Curated by Raziya Tucker
THU 28 | 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm
Scrapbooking and Collage Workshop! Come add a creative touch to your favorite memories!
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