AAA All-Stars Choir & Breakdance Movement
The AAA All-Stars Choir & Movement Program, led by ChoireDirector Laura Olivieri-Reyes, is designed to inspire and encourage youth through the performing arts. The program offers:
Vocal instruction emphasizing tone, harmony, and stage presence
Increase repertoire across different genres
Performance opportunities at city events and local community showcases
The AAA All-Stars Choire & Movement program not only cultivates artistic skills and self-expression, but also fosters community pride and engagement through music.
Dates: Fridays from March 6, 2026, to June 5, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Yonkers Arts Project Space - 216 Lake Ave, Yonkers, NY, 10701
Ages: open to children of all ages
Cost: Free
If you have any questions or wish to register for this program, please contactor Choir Director Laura Olivieri-Reyes at ljreyes123@gmail.com
Next New York Awards Presentation
🎨🏆 NEXT NEW YORK IS HERE! 🏆🎨
The search for New York’s next generation of artistic talent begins now.
Bold Art Society, in partnership with @yonkersarts , @thefreemanfoundationforthearts , ArtsSpark NYC, and @kicknknowledge , proudly presents NEXT NEW YORK: The Ultimate Student Art Competition — a platform designed to showcase, celebrate, and elevate emerging young artists from across the region.
✨ Opening Night: June 26th | 5:00 PM
🖼️ Competition Runs: June 26th – July 18th
🏅 Award Ceremony: July 18th | 3:00 PM
📍 Yonkers Arts
216 Lake Ave, Yonkers, NY 10701
This isn’t just an exhibition—it’s an opportunity for students to have their work professionally displayed, gain recognition, connect with creatives, and compete for top honors.
Join us as we discover the artists who will shape the future of culture, creativity, and community.
Bold Art Society exists to give student artists the same opportunities, resources, and career support that elite athletes have always had. Next New York is the competition where that becomes real and Yonkers Arts is the perfect home for it.
Founded in 2007, Yonkers Arts is the only minority-led arts nonprofit in the Carpet Mills Arts District, with deep roots in schools and community partnerships across Yonkers and Westchester.
Student work is on display and open to the public through Friday, July 24, 2026. Come see it. Show a young artist that their work matters.
AAA All-Stars Choir & Breakdance Movement
The AAA All-Stars Choir & Movement Program, led by ChoireDirector Laura Olivieri-Reyes, is designed to inspire and encourage youth through the performing arts. The program offers:
Vocal instruction emphasizing tone, harmony, and stage presence
Increase repertoire across different genres
Performance opportunities at city events and local community showcases
The AAA All-Stars Choire & Movement program not only cultivates artistic skills and self-expression, but also fosters community pride and engagement through music.
Dates: Fridays from March 6, 2026, to June 5, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Yonkers Arts Project Space - 216 Lake Ave, Yonkers, NY, 10701
Ages: open to children of all ages
Cost: Free
If you have any questions or wish to register for this program, please contactor Choir Director Laura Olivieri-Reyes at ljreyes123@gmail.com
Next New York Gallery Hours
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
Next New York Gallery Hours
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
AAA All-Stars Choir & Breakdance Movement
The AAA All-Stars Choir & Movement Program, led by ChoireDirector Laura Olivieri-Reyes, is designed to inspire and encourage youth through the performing arts. The program offers:
Vocal instruction emphasizing tone, harmony, and stage presence
Increase repertoire across different genres
Performance opportunities at city events and local community showcases
The AAA All-Stars Choire & Movement program not only cultivates artistic skills and self-expression, but also fosters community pride and engagement through music.
Dates: Fridays from March 6, 2026, to June 5, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Yonkers Arts Project Space - 216 Lake Ave, Yonkers, NY, 10701
Ages: open to children of all ages
Cost: Free
If you have any questions or wish to register for this program, please contactor Choir Director Laura Olivieri-Reyes at ljreyes123@gmail.com
Next New York Gallery Hours
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
The Yonkers Breakin’ League
YONKERS JUST GOT ITS OWN BREAKIN’ LEAGUE
Presented by London Reyes - New York City Breakers The Yonkers Breakin’ League is back for 2026!
Train. Create. Compete. Connect.
Join us this summer for FREE breaking sessions designed to build confidence, athleticism, creativity, and community.
July 1 – July 16
Yonkers Arts Project Space & Riverfront Library
Ages 6–18
Free to participate
Whether you’re new to breaking or ready to level up your skills, this is your chance to be part of the movement.
Registration required.
Next New York Gallery Hours
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
The Yonkers Breakin’ League
YONKERS JUST GOT ITS OWN BREAKIN’ LEAGUE
Presented by London Reyes - New York City Breakers The Yonkers Breakin’ League is back for 2026!
Train. Create. Compete. Connect.
Join us this summer for FREE breaking sessions designed to build confidence, athleticism, creativity, and community.
July 1 – July 16
Yonkers Arts Project Space & Riverfront Library
Ages 6–18
Free to participate
Whether you’re new to breaking or ready to level up your skills, this is your chance to be part of the movement.
Registration required.
Next New York Programming
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
Next New York Gallery Hours
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
Next New York Gallery Hours
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
AAA All-Stars Choir & Breakdance Movement
The AAA All-Stars Choir & Movement Program, led by ChoireDirector Laura Olivieri-Reyes, is designed to inspire and encourage youth through the performing arts. The program offers:
Vocal instruction emphasizing tone, harmony, and stage presence
Increase repertoire across different genres
Performance opportunities at city events and local community showcases
The AAA All-Stars Choire & Movement program not only cultivates artistic skills and self-expression, but also fosters community pride and engagement through music.
Dates: Fridays from March 6, 2026, to June 5, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Yonkers Arts Project Space - 216 Lake Ave, Yonkers, NY, 10701
Ages: open to children of all ages
Cost: Free
If you have any questions or wish to register for this program, please contactor Choir Director Laura Olivieri-Reyes at ljreyes123@gmail.com
Next New York Gallery Hours
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
The Yonkers Breakin’ League
YONKERS JUST GOT ITS OWN BREAKIN’ LEAGUE
Presented by London Reyes - New York City Breakers The Yonkers Breakin’ League is back for 2026!
Train. Create. Compete. Connect.
Join us this summer for FREE breaking sessions designed to build confidence, athleticism, creativity, and community.
July 1 – July 16
Yonkers Arts Project Space & Riverfront Library
Ages 6–18
Free to participate
Whether you’re new to breaking or ready to level up your skills, this is your chance to be part of the movement.
Registration required.
Next New York Gallery Hours
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
The Yonkers Breakin’ League
YONKERS JUST GOT ITS OWN BREAKIN’ LEAGUE
Presented by London Reyes - New York City Breakers The Yonkers Breakin’ League is back for 2026!
Train. Create. Compete. Connect.
Join us this summer for FREE breaking sessions designed to build confidence, athleticism, creativity, and community.
July 1 – July 16
Yonkers Arts Project Space & Riverfront Library
Ages 6–18
Free to participate
Whether you’re new to breaking or ready to level up your skills, this is your chance to be part of the movement.
Registration required.
Closed for 4th of July (Independence Day) Holiday
We will be closed in honor of the celebration for America’s 250th Birthday! We will resume our regularly scheduled gallery hours on Wednesday July 8th, 2026 from 3pm-6pm.
Next New York Gallery Hours
The Bold Art Society’s “Next: New York” High School Art Competition is a statewide festival and competition that gives young creators a platform to present their most powerful original work and be discovered by industry professionals. Hosted at Yonkers Arts from June 18 to July 18, 2026, the event invites students ages 11–25 from across New York State to submit projects in theater, filmmaking, fine art, fashion, music/spoken word, or dance, with winners receiving cash and equipment prizes, mentorship, studio visits, and the opportunity to showcase their work publicly.
The Expressive Reader Writer's Course
The Expressive Reader-Writer Course is a monthly workshop series hosted by Yonkers Arts Poet in Residence Tom Ray that bridges the gap between youth and adults through creative expression. Participants will develop literary and stage performance skills while building the confidence to share their unique perspectives with the world.
Program Highlights:
Instruction in poetry, spoken word, and performance.
Workshops on emotional and artistic expression.
Supportive public sharing opportunities for original works.
Step-by-step guidance on self-publishing.
For questions or registrations, please reach out to director@yonkersarts.org.
We look forward to having you join us!
The Expressive Reader Writer's Course
The Expressive Reader-Writer Course is a monthly workshop series hosted by Yonkers Arts Poet in Residence Tom Ray that bridges the gap between youth and adults through creative expression. Participants will develop literary and stage performance skills while building the confidence to share their unique perspectives with the world.
Program Highlights:
Instruction in poetry, spoken word, and performance.
Workshops on emotional and artistic expression.
Supportive public sharing opportunities for original works.
Step-by-step guidance on self-publishing.
For questions or registrations, please reach out to director@yonkersarts.org.
We look forward to having you join us!
17th Annual Yonkers Artist Showcase Opening Reception
Yonkers Arts is proud to invite you to the opening reception of our most exciting exhibition of the year! Now in its 17th year, the Yonkers Artist Showcase continues its tradition of spotlighting the incredible depth, diversity, and passion of our local creative community.
Join us for an evening of inspiration, conversation, and community as we unveil a curated collection of works from contemporary painting and photography to sculpture and mixed media.
Be one of the first to view the artwork from over 50 featured Yonkers Artists, network with the artists and hear the stories behind their pieces, and support local artists.
We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
Art Inspires Wellness - Day 2
An art enrichment program which focuses on bringing different types of visual arts to expose Yonkers youth to different ways to express themselves.
1 PM - 2 PM: ages 6 to 10
2 PM - 3 PM: ages 11 - 15
For more information visit: https://www.yonkersarts.org/upcoming-art-inspires-wellness
Art Inspires Wellness - Day 2
An art enrichment program which focuses on bringing different types of visual arts to expose Yonkers youth to different ways to express themselves.
1 PM - 2 PM: ages 6 to 10
2 PM - 3 PM: ages 11 - 15
For more information visit: https://www.yonkersarts.org/upcoming-art-inspires-wellness
The Family Affair: Open Mic & Talent Showcase
Join us for a night of talent with the return of The Family Affair Open Mic Night & Talent Showcase!
This month’s event features the talent of vocalist Kristen Joselle.
Tom Ray is dedicated to bringing Yonkers’ incredible talent to the forefront, and all artists are welcome to join the stage. Come celebrate creativity and communtiy with us!
Art Inspires Wellness - Day 1
An art enrichment program which focuses on bringing different types of visual arts to expose Yonkers youth to different ways to express themselves.
1 PM - 2 PM: ages 6 to 10
2 PM - 3 PM: ages 11 - 15
For more information visit: https://www.yonkersarts.org/upcoming-art-inspires-wellness
WORDS Gallery Hours
Visit the gallery to experience WORDS - a multidisciplinary exhibition featuring the works of 65 artists.
WORDS Gallery Hours
Visit the gallery to experience WORDS - a multidisciplinary exhibition featuring the works of 65 artists.