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We’re delighted to share our next episode with Michael ‘Grapes’ Graham! The founder of Savant Studios sat down with The LP to talk about building community, what makes Bed-Stuy a special place, and the importance of archiving. Since 2019, Savant Studios has developed a cutting-edge approach to the intersection of traditional retail and community building. Through Graham’s visionary mission, the store has become a cornerstone for those seeking inspiration and connection in a space that celebrates authenticity and forward-thinking artistry. Want to learn more about The LP and the dynamic community members of Bed-Stuy through Neighborhood Voices? Click the link to learn more! https://bit.ly/4ed07mg

? Wow!!! What an amazing evening we had at Xanadu Roller Arts last Tuesday! LP Fam, thank you for rollin’ with us at GATHER 2024: We Gon’ Be Alright! From DJ Maseo’s perfect playlist to the inspiring conversation with our 2024 Create Change Artists-in-Residence and an exhilerating skate battle, the energy and love in the room truly made this celebration unforgettable. Special thanks to all our amazing LP Fam and partners, including: 2024 Create Change AiRs: Anjali Kamat & Rehan Ansari Khidr Joseph Alicia Foxworth Immanuel Oni Awoeyémi Prolific Jones Guest DJ: DJ Maseo Guest Moderator: J Wortham Skate Crews: Liberty Girls NYC SK8 Mafia Highrollers Team Ooso We appreciate your presence, fabulous Y2K fits, joyous energy, and support, LP Fam! Stay tuned for another special GATHER reflection in the coming weeks! ??: Jacques Morel

SAVE THE DATE! The LP annual Holiday Party! When: [Thursday, Dec 12] Where: [The LP Storefront - 1476 Fulton Street] Join us as we celebrate creativity, community, and the holiday season! Connect with friends old and new and get into the holiday spirit with us. Stay tuned for more details to come. Your RSVP is required for attendance due to limited capacity—we can’t wait to share the magic of the holidays with you!

We’re back with another episode of Neighborhood Voices, featuring Michael Graham, founder of Savant Studios, dropping next week! We love shouting out our community of friends, family, and supporters, and we’re lucky to call the folks at Savant Studios, our friends and neighbors. Since opening Savant Studios in 2017, Mike ‘Grapes’ Graham has gone on to work with some of the biggest names in Hollywood from actresses Zendaya and Lena Waithe to musical legends like Swizzbeats. Stay tuned for our next episode with Mike dropping next week and in the meantime, learn more about our other LP Friends & Fam who’ve been a part of this special series! Tap the link in our bio to learn more about the creative people who make Bed-Stuy such a beautiful and dynamic neighborhood!

? Join @blackgotham at The LP Storefront for a special screening of “The Cost of Inheritance” on Saturday, November 23 at 6:00 PM! The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with film director, Yoruba Richen, political strategist, L. Joy Williams, and GRAMMY-nominated post, Kevin Powell! This event is part of The Black Gotham Experience’s groundbreaking “Council 400” initiative, an eight-week engagement commemorating the African Diaspora’s impact on New York City from 1624 to 2024. Curated by Black Gotham Experience (BGX), “Council 400” features exhibitions, talks, wellness workshops, film screenings, and historical walks to honor and document this legacy for future generations. “The Cost of Inheritance” explores reparations for African descendant communities, offering attendees an opportunity to understand current reparations efforts on city, state, and federal levels. This event aims to empower the Bed-Stuy community to see themselves as advocates for justice while exploring the realities and possibilities of reparative action. ??? Seating is limited, so register today at the link below! https://bit.ly/3CwHxHp

We’re just two weeks away from our December Liberation Series! Join us at The LP Storefront on Friday, December 6, from 6:00-9:00 PM! ? ? Participants will examine the connections between Black people across the African Diaspora as a creative approach to building international Black Liberation movements. As the last Liberation Series event of the year, this event will be full of the joy, warmth, and creative connections we’ve cultivated in our community over the last four months. Head to the link in our bio to learn more and register for this special gathering! We can’t wait to see you there, LP fam!? ? Food will be provided by Bleu Fin Bar & Grill, with specialized juices from Eleven Island Enterprises. Spots are limited, so grab your spot today! Register through the link below! https://bit.ly/3YQSv3a

We’re just 2 DAYS OUT from the biggest LP party of the year: GATHER 2024! We’re partying on Tuesday at 6:00 PM at Xanadu Roller Arts! Our program features a conversation with our 2024 AiRs, moderated by writer, podcaster, and community care worker J Wortham! The fun doesn’t stop there! Get ready to party with the legendary DJ Maseo of #DeLaSoul! ? ? Roll up for a skate-tastic showcase by NYC skate crews, Liberty Girls NYC, Sk8 Mafia Highrollers, and Team Ooso! FAQ: What should I wear?? A: Come cute in your throwback tracksuit! ? ? Dress Code: Come cute with your throwback tracksuit! We’ll be digging through our closets for our juiciest athleisure coordinates, repping a legacy of street culture that was born in NYC. Get out those pristine kicks from your collection; there will be limited seating for the program, and you’ll want to be in comfortable shoes. Bling is optional.? ? Here are a few iconic looks to inspire you! ? ? We can’t wait to see you there, LP Fam! ?

The LP team had the pleasure of visiting East Side Cultural Center's bookstore, Bandung Books, during our Peer Learning Exchange last month. “Broken Promises: Artists in Solidarity Through the Lens of James Baldwin,” edited by Aubrey Pandori and M’Kala Payton, was a top pick from The LP’s Programs Associate, Alex Huaylinos! This zine honors the legacy of James Baldwin and highlights artists whose poetry, letters, and visual art call for global solidarity across freedom movements led by oppressed peoples. Today’s selection features Oakland-based visual artist Cristina Edwards, who reflects on the complex political reality of living in Oakland. Swipe to read! Reflect and share: What political realities exist in your neighborhood? How do you use art to explore them? #ReadRestandReflect #TheLPLibrary

Join The LP and Black Gotham Experience on Saturday, November 23, from 6:00-9:00 pm at The LP Storefront for a screening of The Cost of Inheritance! ? ? The film explores the history of systemic inequities in the United States and the current pursuit of reparations for African Americans. This screening is part of the Council 400 series, which commemorates the African Diaspora’s impact on the territory of New York City from 1624 to 2024. Activities engage participants to embody centuries of memories made obscure.? ? The screening will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by BGX founder, Kamau Ware, and will feature:? ? - Yoruba Richen | Director of The Cost of Inheritance? - L. Joy Williams | Political Strategist, Author, and President of the Brooklyn NAACP? - Kevin Powell | GRAMMY-nominated Poet, Human, and Civil Rights Activist? ? Wanna learn more about national reparations movements in the United States? Learn more and register through the link below! https://bit.ly/3CwHxHp

Are you ready to roll at GATHER 2024?! We so are we! ? ? Dust off your skates and roll up to GATHER 2024 on Tuesday, November 19, at Xanadu Roller Arts! We’re excited to party with Immanuel and all of our 2024 Create Change AiRs and our moderator J Wortham, as they dive into how their creative projects spark transformation and community resilience in our neighborhoods!? ? Immanuel’s project, “Beyond Memorial” Sacred Sites, is an art, spatial, and healing justice response to the invisible yet palpable scars left by community trauma. Immanuel’s practice explores how communities can reclaim public spaces for well-being and belonging. ? ? Artists like Immanuel represent The LP’s legacy of building community resilience through creative engagement. Together, The LP artists and neighbors stand grounded in a legacy of resiliency that guided and supported our ancestors before us and will continue to do so. ??? ? So join us at GATHER to celebrate community resilience, creativity, and love with The LP Fam! ? ? Who you bringin’? ??? https://lnkd.in/e5MMQK6a ? Tag ‘em below!