July 2025 Grantee Events
Experience a wide range of art activities by supporting our Creative Engagement, Creative Learning, and UMEZ Arts Engagement grantees and their events this month.
VGM Jam Sessions NYC
VGM Jam sessions NYC
July 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM to July 4, 2025 at 10:30 PM
OS Nyc, 50 bowery, New York, New York, 10013
VGM Jam Sessions NYC is a grassroots community that seeks to partner with NYC venues to provide an environment where people from all walks of life can express their love for music, videogames and the intersection of two by performing, arranging, and listening to classic and contemporary Video Game Music (VGM) together. Our monthly event at OS NYC features an all-VGM performance of top-call nyc musicians followed by an open Jam Session. Everyone from students and public school educators to top call, Grammy-winning musicians regularly participate in our monthly jam session.
Find more information at https://linktr.ee/vgmjamsessionsnyc
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement
Schedule of events:
First Friday of every month 7-8pm performance 8:30-10:30 PM jam.
2025: 5/2 6/6 7/4 8/1 9/12 10/3 11/7 12/5
Decibel
Piano Jazz Series: Simona Premazzi
July 05, 2025 at 07:00 PM – July 05, 2025 at 08:00 PM
Klavierhaus, 790 11th Avenue, New York, New York, 10019
Join us at Klavierhaus on Saturday, July 5, for an enchanting evening with Italian pianist Simona Premazzi. Described as “a wickedly clever soloist with a very original viewpoint” by DownBeat Magazine, Simona Premazzi is a fearless modernist composer and improviser whose deeply lyrical style resonates with audiences worldwide. Originally from a small town near Milan, Premazzi began playing piano at age eight and a half, later earning dual master’s degrees in classical and jazz music. Since moving to New York in 2004, she has captivated audiences at iconic venues such as the Village Vanguard and jazz festivals across the globe.
Find more information at https://decibelpresents.com/event/piano-jazz-series-simona-premazzi/
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement
Daniel Holzman (Birthday Soup)
BERLINDIA!
Jul 05, 2025 at 12:00AM – Jul 27, 2025 at 12:00AM
The Tank, 312 W 36th St., New York, New York, 10018
A brother and sister embark on an epic quest to find their mother, who's newfound obsession with techno has taken her to a far-off nightclub city of dreams. Berlindia! is an epic family quest into the heart of the many cities/nightclubs/couches/people we call home— and what happens when they move.
Find more information at https://thetanknyc.org/calendar-1/2025/7/5/berlindia
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement
Schedule of events:
7/5/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/6/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/7/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/10/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/11/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/12/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/14/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/17/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/18/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/19/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/20/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/21/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/24/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/25/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/26/25 - 7pm at The Tank
7/27/25 - 7pm at The Tank
24/6: A Jewish Theater Company
Telephone Plays 2025
July 7 – July 21, 2025
Virtual (Telephone), Virtual, New York, New York, 10040
Come enjoy a short one-person, uplifting and comedic play followed by a conversation with 24/6: A Jewish Theater Company's Artistic Director. During COVID, the effects of social isolation have been acutely felt by senior citizens and those who are housebound. In response, 24/6: A Jewish Theater Company has commissioned a diverse group of over 30 playwrights to write 10 minute plays which are performed live over the telephone to seniors and those who are housebound. Each Monday at noon a different play will be performed via DOROT's University Without Walls.
Find more information at https://twentyfoursix.weebly.com/
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement
Schedule of events:
Mondays at 12pm-1pm from June 23 – July 21
Monday, June 23, 2025 at noon
Monday, June 30, 2025 at noon
Monday, July 7, 2025 at noon
Monday, July 14, 2025 at noon
Monday, July 21, 2025 at noon
Taikoza
Taikoza: Japanese drumming
July 08, 2025 at 03:15 PM – July 08, 2025 at 04:00 PM
Jackie Robinson Bandshell , Broadhurst Ave and W 148th street, New York, New York, 10031
Experience the thunderous rhythms of the ancestral Japanese Taiko drums and the magical sounds of the bamboo flutes. Hear the 150 lb. Taiko drums give thunderous voice to traditional and new compositions. Roughly translated, Taiko means big drums and that’s exactly what brings. Big Drums, powerful rhythms, and electrifying, room-thumping energy. This exciting group draws from Japan’s rich tradition of music and performance to create a new sound using a variety of traditional instruments and creating a highly visual performance.
Find more information at taikoza.com
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement
Additional Location:
J Hood Wright Center Lawn July 9 at 11 AM to 11:45 PM
Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center July 9 at 2PM to 2:45 PM
Chelsea Field. July 10 at 1:30 PM to 2:15 PM
Al Smith Recreation Center front lawn on July 11@ 1:30 pm - to 2:15 PM
Highbridge Recreation Center Sept 2 at 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Washington Heights Chamber Orchestra
Summer Picnic Concerts with WHCO
Jul 12, 2025 – Aug 02, 2025
Uptown Manhattan, Washington Heights, New York, New York, 10034
Join us in Uptown Manhattan’s incredible ambient outdoor spaces to soak up every moment of summer. Bring your own picnic (and blanket and chairs and bug spray, etc.) to enjoy during the concerts. *For all ages* Summer concerts can be subject to change so be sure to follow our social media accounts and sign up for our mailing list below for updates! All of our outdoor concert venues are “Leave No Trace” so please be sure to clean up what you brought in. Our summer concerts are free and open to the public. Donations to support our performances are gratefully accepted.
Find more information at www.whco.nyc
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement, UMEZ Arts Engagement
Schedule of events:
Saturday, June 21st 4pm-5pm: The Morris-Jumel Mansion lawn
Sunday, June 29th 5pm-6pm: Café Lawn, Fort Tryon Park
Saturday, July 12th 4pm-5pm: Bennett Park near the flagpole
Saturday, August 2nd 5pm-6pm: The Dyckman Farmhouse Museum porch
Isle of Klezbos
Full Blossom: Isle of Klezbos sextet plays El Sol Brillante Garden
Jul 13, 2025 at 04:00PM – Jul 13, 2025 at 06:00PM
El Sol Brillante Garden, 522 East 12 St, New York, New York, 10009
Full Blossom: Isle of Klezbos sextet plays El Sol Brillante Garden Isle of Klezbos sextet performs at El Sol Brillante in NYC's East Village: Original music & classic klezmer, al fresco concert! Yiddish diasporic culture revisits our favorite community garden. Free to the public with very special guest MC poet Irena Klepfisz, bringing our KlezBiGay Pride tradition back to beloved, eclectic, exuberant neighborhood roots.
Find more information at https://klezbos.com
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement
Additional Location:
Rain location (same hours) concert indoor venue in case of inclement weather: Sixth Street Synagogue, 325 E 6th St. NYC (First/Second Ave's)
Lori Goodman
Touch Reading and Discussion
Jul 16, 2025 at 02:30PM – Jul 16, 2025 at 04:30PM
Village Care Assisted Living on West 46th Street, 510 West 46 Street, New York, New York, 10036
There will be a reading of the play TOUCH - an inter-generational comedy about love, loss, and finding surprising new relationships. After the reading there will be a discussion of the themes of the play including - moving on after the loss a long term partner, dating later in life, relationships with adult children, living on a fixed income, etc.
Find more information at Touchtheplay.com
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement
Obremski/Works Inc.
Obremski/Works 2025 Arts on Site Performances
July 18, 2025 – July 19, 2025
Arts on Site NYC, 12 St Marks Pl, New York, New York, 10003
Joined by artists from across America, Japan, and Taiwan, join Obremski/Works at these Arts on Site performances to support Asian and Pacific Islander artistry, representation, and advocacy. The program will host a company premiere of Founder Jesse Obremski's "Opportunity" and two world premiere solos by Obremski. The program will share space with the 2025 VOYAGER Fellow Michaella Ho to present their work in support of their 0-1b visa portfolio and application. Additionally, this program will host our first-ever commissioned choreographer, international artist Jie-Hung Connie Shiau, to create a world premiere for the company.
Find more information at www.artsonsite.org/tickets
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement
Schedule of events:
7/18/25 - 6:30 PM & 8:30 PM at Arts on Site NYC
7/19/25 - 6:30 PM & 8:30 PM at Arts on Site NYC
Simona Smirnova
Kanklės Features Diversity
July 18, 2025
Five Flies, 554 W 158th St, New York, NY 10032, New York, New York, 10032
"Kanklės Features Diversity" is a monthly concert series at a local coffee shop "Five Flies" in Washington Heights. Each concert will feature a different and unique musical duet: kanklės and sitar, saxophone, double bass, oud and harp. All concerts are free and open to the public.
Find more information at www.simonasmirnova.nyc
Grant program(s) UMEZ Arts Engagement
Schedule of events:
All performances take place at Five Flies (554 W 158th St, New York, NY 10032)
6/27/25 - 7PM at Folk Rebels: Summer Solstice show. Kanklės and sitar, featuring Galen Passen
7/18/25 - 7PM Kanklės and saxophone, featuring Alec Hutson
8/29/25 - 7PM Kanklės and double bass, featuring Maksim Perepelica
9/26/25 - 7PM Kanklės and oud, featuring Josh Kaye
10/17/25 - 7PM Kanklės and harp, featuring Johanna Telander
International Girls Ensemble
"Once Upon Our Own Story"
Jul 20, 2025 at 02:00PM – Jul 20, 2025 at 03:00PM
6th Street and Avenue B Community Garden, 6th street and Avenue B Community Garden, New York, New York, 10009
International Girls Ensemble (IGE) presents an original family-friendly performance by our youth ensemble. A joyful celebration of friendship, courage, and sharing stories that too often go unheard. Join us where imagination leads and every voice matters.
Find more information at https://intlgirlsensemble.com/upcoming-events-workshops
Grant program(s) Creative Engagement
Ruben Gonzalez
I'm Working On something
Jul 01, 2025 at 11:00AM – Jul 01, 2025 at 12:00PM
East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center. , 158 East 115th St NYC NY 10019, New York, New York, 10019
Handmade for Kids presents: I'm Working on Something A free musical performance for children and their families by the Washington Heights band Handmade for Kids. I’m Working on Something is an interactive, bilingual, and kinetic show presenting original compositions and songs from the Latin American songbook for children of all ages! To sing, dance, and wonder Para cantar, bailar y maravillarse
Find more information at https://www.instagram.com/handmade.for.kids?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Grant program(s) UMEZ Arts Engagement