Join FABnyc staff for a casual meet up after work hours to catch up and connect with other member organizations. Open to all staff from FAB member organizations.

One of the best ways we can learn is from each other.  No one has better insight into an issue than those that have been directly involved.  Join our 5 part peer share series! The focus of this session will be determined by participants in response to issues of interest raised in previous peer shares. Open to … Continue reading Member Event: Peer Share 5 – Group’s Choice

The recent announcement by NYC Parks that they will move their storage out of the Stanton Building and commencement of construction on the public toilet rooms in the building are indeed cause for celebration! Join us for this special community event commemorating SDR Park’s past and future at this important juncture. The evening will feature guest speakers and … Continue reading Reactivation of the Stanton Park House

A Blade of Grass Assembly is a biannual day-long learning exchange and magazine launch for creative changemakers to investigate the methods, ethics, challenges, and joys of practicing art that advances social justice. Rooted in the themes of Issue #2 of A Blade of Grass Magazine, the Spring 2019 Assembly will be co-presented by FABnyc and explore the diverse partnerships that make … Continue reading Assembly- co-presented by A Blade of Grass

Join us for the 2019 Lower East Side Community Hero Awards!   The 2019 Honorees Michael Casiano Libertad Guerra Ayo Harrington Jose Ortiz Sandra Strother   The LES Community Hero Awards are intended to recognize community members whose contributions have been deeply meaningful and yet are often the 'unsung' heroes of the neighborhood. The awards … Continue reading Lower East Side Hero Awards

Lower East Side History Month is an annual celebration of the rich and diverse history of the Lower East Side.  Each year in May, Lower East Side cultural and community groups, small businesses and residents create a variety of public events, exhibits, tours, and learning opportunities. All events take place in the historical boundaries of … Continue reading Lower East Side History Month 2019

Friday May 3, 9am - 12pm Saturday May 4, 10am - 1pm For the past six years, we've been celebrating Lower East Side History Month with a kick-off chalking event, LES Stories! We take to the streets with chalk and trivia on the first day of the month and cover the sidewalks in Lower East … Continue reading LES Stories

Magic: the power to make things happen that would usually be impossible Thursday, June 20th at 6:00pm The Longest Day of the Year CHANGE OF LOCATION DUE TO STORMS:  70 East 4th Street Hosts: Tomie Arai · Dipti Desai · Winston Estevez · Lee Ann Gullie · Ryan Gilliam · Tamara Greenfield · Michael Hickey … Continue reading Make Magic: The 2019 FAB Benefit

Co-hosted by FAB and Cooper Square Committee Friday, November 15th Rossy's Bakery and Coffee Shop 242 East 3rd Street (between Avenues B & C) Small business owners, organizers, and press are welcome to join. This event is not open to the general public. RSVP to imani@fabnyc.org. As part of Messages to Go, FABnyc and Cooper … Continue reading Small Business Appreciation & Advocacy Event

NO HOUSING NO PEACE is seeking 2 community members to fill two current roles in the ensemble. No prior performing experience necessary; preference for those who work or live in the East Village/LES. All ages and backgrounds welcome. (Note: This project prioritizes individuals with limited performance experience or training.) During the session, participants will get … Continue reading NO HOUSING NO PEACE Info + Casting Session