Outdoor Summer Exploration July 21 – 24, 2020
Physically distanced summer fun. Week 3 Nature Connection Camp, Stories and Craft, Dance as Activism
Finding Safe and Creative Ways to Learn and Have Fun!
Two weeks into summer camp, we continue to find safe and creative ways to get the youth and children outdoors, learning, and having fun.
COVID19 Emergency Fundraiser and Response
Together, through collaborative and innovative action, we can continue to deliver on our promise of empowering young people to explore their innate capabilities and engage in social action.
Spring Classes Postponed
Out of an abundance of caution and in response to social distancing recommendations by the CDC and NYS Department of Health, we are postponing the start of our spring programs until further notice.
And the 2020 Arts Alive Grant Goes to… NECS!
On January 24, ArtsWestchester presented NECS founder, Ridvan Foxhall, with a $1,000 Arts Alive Project Grant for her innovative Dance as Activism program.
NECS Presents Original Musical by Award-Winning Writer/Composer
This weekend, the Children’s Theater Company of Peekskill (CTC), a program of New Era Creative Space, presents the premier of Pegasus, a musical written and composed for them by award-winning playwright, Steven Hayet, and composer, Britt Bonney.
2019 Impact Report
It is with immense gratitude to our community of supporters that we share our 2019 impact report. With this year’s impact report, we invite you to take a closer look at the programs we have offered and that you have helped build with your donations and support.
NECS Takes to the Woods With Six-Week Nature Connection Camp
Camp focusing on understanding biological and environmental principles while also cultivating an emotional connection to nature.
Workshop on Recognizing Systemic Racism
Sunday February 17, young men from our local MBK and Black Diamonds group were privileged to participate in a workshop on recognizing systemic racism with Actor/activist Russell Jones.
Theatre As a Tool to Educate and Inspire Change
24 youth ranging from ages 9 – 17 put on a riveting show that reminded us of the magic of theatre and it’s ability to inspire and transform. CTC Peekskill presents Ugly Duckling and Show Way.
