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DuYe Moves - Chikaba's Sanctuary

DuYe Moves is an arts sanctuary on Governors Island. Dance, wellness, art, music, theater for all. Rooted in joy & community. Donate today to keep every class free.


About the Show My journey as an artist challenges me to explore where my work fits within a historical narrative. Questioning, &ldquo;How can it elevate the understanding of the African cultural landscape beyond traditional Western interpretation?&rdquo; Portraiture is the use of my exploration.&nbsp; &quot;Light to&nbsp;Shadow, Shadow to Light&#39;&#39; is a series of oil paintings expounding on the relationship between the&nbsp;conscious and subconscious mind. Using shadows and fashion esthetics to symbolize&nbsp;individuality and self-awareness, while applying the techniques of West-African patterning as a&nbsp;means of storytelling. &ldquo;Light to Shadow, Shadow to Light&rdquo; examines how the relationship between the conscious and&nbsp;subconscious minds is critical in developing a deeper understanding of self. Shadow work is the&nbsp;central process in understanding this relationship. Described as a psychological and spiritual&nbsp;practice; shadow work focuses on the exploration of the unconscious and subjugated self. The&nbsp;process involves an in-depth analysis of the parts of our psyche we may have suppressed or&nbsp;neglected, commonly due to social pressures or personal experiences. In 2023, I decided to embark on a shadow work journey. As part of that process, I began this painting series to unpack the parts of myself that felt uncomfortable or unfamiliar. It became important for me to both acknowledge and embrace those aspects. While doing the work, I felt inspired to encourage others to reflect on and embrace those parts of themselves as well. About the Artist Fidelis Ayuwa Amed Izekor JR (b.2001 in Ologbo, Nigeria; lives and works in New York, NY) &nbsp;is a multimedia artist best recognized for his oil paintings and drawings, which explore the profoundness of identity through portraiture to further examine different ways of visual storytelling. Interested in civics and afro futuristic fashion aesthetics, Fidelis Izekor merges the techniques of old western oil painting/drawing with ancient and contemporary African art making to cultivate a new form of image creation. This way of developing imagery derives from looking closely at how oil paint is built up to mimic realistic imagery while paying attention to the abstract nature of marks and shapes through the understanding of West African forms of abstraction, especially in textiles. By blending the homogeneity of patterning with high-level naturalism, Fidelis Izekor creates compositions that question and re-interpret what a portrait could look like. His work references pop culture and art history, as well as his own life &ndash; being born in Nigeria and moving as a child to the South Bronx, where he was raised. His experience in both places is a recurrent theme in his work and, for Fidelis, the construction of his figures is a means of representing a person&#39;s individuality and personal nature in a truthful way, even if those truths are manifested through fantasy and imagination. Though the representation of the self has been a prime focus for his practice, he has also explored depictions of landscape, poetry, nature and architecture.

Light to​ Shadow, Shadow to Light

<h3 data-pm-slice="1 1 []" fr-original-style="white-space:pre-wrap;" id="isPasted" style="white-space: pre-wrap; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">Welcome to Sound Bath Sundays:&nbsp;</h3><h3 data-pm-slice="1 1 []" fr-original-style="white-space:pre-wrap;" style="white-space: pre-wrap; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">This summer, move a little and unfurl a lot with Sound Bath Sundays&mdash;a blissful fusion of QiGong and sound healing on Governors Island&rsquo;s tranquil DuYe House. Every 3rd Sunday at 12pm, join us for an afternoon where gentle movement meets immersive sonic therapy, designed to dissolve stress, soften stored tension, and guide you into deep stillness.</h3><h3 data-pm-slice="1 1 []" fr-original-style="white-space:pre-wrap;" style="white-space: pre-wrap; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"> </h3>

Sound Bath Sundays 2026

Boxcutter Collective -&nbsp;Puppet Show About the Show The Cardboard Pizza Puppet Circus is a celebration of the place we all love and live in: New York City! Featuring dancing skyscrapers, giant rats, fossil-fuel-fighting flowers, a live brass band, and Lady Liberty herself! &nbsp;Created in collaboration with Sane Energy Project, El Puente, Great Small Works, Friends of Bushwick Inlet Park, W.O.W. Project &nbsp;and Archive Based Creative Arts. Special Thanks to our collaborators and also Pickerel Pie Studios, Superior Scenic, Building Stories, Powerhouse Arts and DuYe Moves!!!This show was made possible with support from the New York State Council on the Arts.

Boxcutter Collective

Frequency Fest 2026ANI &bull; CHENOA TARIN &bull; COUPLES THERAPYD3SIGNER.DR3AMS &bull; &nbsp;JACUZZI JEFFERSON &bull; NOTHING_NEUE &bull;&nbsp;PAZE INFINITE &bull; PRECURSOR MENTALITY &bull; SAYWORDSTAZ?!TC MUZE &bull; ZARZ THE ORIGIN~ and more to come. A celebration of the Brooklyn independent music scene featuring beatmakers, vocalists, rappers, and instrumentalists gathered on Governors Island for a picnic, good music, and real community. Curated by Brooklyn-based producer and rapper Cryptic One (Ian), co-founder of UBIQUITY, a quarterly Brooklyn underground hip-hop event series alongside Rijo and Paze Infinite, Frequency Fest is a space where the underground comes outside.&nbsp; Expect an eclectic mix of artists doing it on their own terms, making music that means something. Bring a blanket. Bring snacks. Soak it in.

Frequency Fest

To Get Her My Own is a multidisciplinary takeover featuring a curated installation of original visual artwork and a short live performance presented in a play format, combining original music and a projected short film. About the ArtistSuede Jenkins is a Brooklyn-based audio/visual artist whose work weaves original music, moving images, and visual art into intimate narrative worlds. Drawing from lived and observed experience, his practice explores what it means to be a Black man in love with her&mdash;a presence that becomes his heart, his art, and his soul&mdash;within an evolving and uncertain world. Through story-driven performance and imagery, Jenkins creates space for tenderness, reflection, and emotional truth in public life. What&#39;s To Get Her My Own&nbsp;About?The title is a play on words.&nbsp;&ldquo;To get her&rdquo; are the three words that form together.&nbsp;&ldquo;My own&rdquo; reflects how I am learning to put myself back together&mdash;on my own terms&mdash;inside a world of my creation.The work tells a personal and emotional story about becoming whole, claiming voice, and shaping a future that feels authored rather than inherited. Through sound, image, and narrative, the performance explores what it means to be a Black man in love with her&mdash;his heart, his art, and his soul&mdash;while navigating an evolving world.The visual installation functions as the emotional landscape of the piece, surrounding the audience before and after the performance and extending the story beyond the stage.To Get Her My Own invites viewers into an intimate, reflective experience&mdash;one centered on self-repair, tenderness, and the quiet power of choosing how your story goes down.--You&#39;ve just been touched by greatness

Artist Takeover: Suede Jenkins

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1783096147/wysiwyg/ww9d2zrmfdmhl4cre863.jpg" style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">Sabar with Ousmane 1:30pmEmbark on a journey into the vibrant tradition of Sabar, a dynamic social dance and drumming form originating from the Wolof people of Senegal. Engage in dynamic warm-ups, lively choreography, and live drumming, immersing yourself in the joyful rhythms and cultural expressions of African identity. Join us and celebrate together.&nbsp; BiographyOusmane Sall, a master dancer/choreographer and drummer from Senegal, excels in all Senegalese styles and specializes in Kutiro rhythms. Born into a traditional drumming and dance family, he trained at the National Dance Academy and performed with the National Ballet Senemew and Silimbo D&rsquo;Adeane in Senegal. In New York, he has graced venues like Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, performing with groups including YAKAR Roots and Rhythms African Drum and Dance Ensemble. With a warm presence, he inspires students to embrace rhythm and dance freely, showcasing charm, strength, and vibrant energy in his sensual and mystical style.&nbsp;

August 15th Dance Day!

Enter our Annual Raffle to help keep DuYe Moves &ndash; Chikaba&#39;s Sanctuary thriving as a welcoming third space for New Yorkers and global visitors. Your ticket supports art exhibitions, dance, drum, yoga, sound healing, porch concerts, and theater that bring neighbors together through the joy of the arts. 🎟️ Every entry helps sustain free and low-cost classes, residencies on our outdoor stage, and community-centered performances that turn our shared city into a living room for connection, rhythm, and rest. 🎶

'I AM A MAN'  x DuYe Moves/Chikaba's Sanctuary's Annual Raffle 2026

Duye presents Moving Waters, a curated showcase of dance as a living, breathing current of connection. Exploring heritage, identity, or the liberating act of simply being, featuring a diverse cohort of 7 boundary-pushing dancers and makers. Movement is a vehicle for change, and water is fluid, powerful, and unstoppable as it carries us away or changes us gradually.&nbsp; JANAE MOSES &bull; VASIALYS RODRIGUEZ &bull; SHANIA JONESJanae Moses&nbsp;Originally from Long Island, NY, Janae Moses is a multifaceted artist. Janae received her Bachelor of Arts in Dance complemented by a certificate in Arts Management and Leadership from Hunter College. Working alongside notable choreographers such as Jade Charon Robertson, Charles Smith, Chrybaby Cozie. MaiLe, and many more. She has also choreographed for rising artists, hip hop dance studios and college. Janae has traveled to places such as Pennsylvania, Georgia and Arizona to continue her extensive training as a professional dancer and choreographer.Vasialys RodriguezVasialys Rodriguez&rsquo;s work reflects their &nbsp;cultural experience as a Latinx woman from NYC. Their &nbsp;movement language echoes my body&#39;s knowledge in Afro Cuban, House, Hip Hop, Afro-Contemporary, and freestyle forms. The composition will display ensemble collaboration, partnerwork, call and response, improvisation, body percussion, interaction with plants and reflections, spoken word, and breathwork. Together, we don&rsquo;t just tell a story; we bring the audience into a collective experience of transformation and revelation.Shania JonesShania Angel Jones is a multidisciplinary artist, dancer, and choreographer. She is a Caribbean American born from Guyanese and Jamaican parents and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Jones moves from the intersection of the physical and the spiritual, using her body as both an archive and a site of knowledge. Jones&rsquo;s heritage is the root of the foundation that upholds her experience. Caribbean family parties and dance contests, learning social dancehall movements like the &ldquo;dutty whine&rdquo; and developing a relationship with her hips and unlocking blood memory to release expression from the pelvis. Her work as choreographer, artist, and teacher speaks to the nonlinear, improvisational, and interconnected way that diasporic people move through time, memory, and identity. About the CuratorChris Bisram is an Indo-Caribbean multidisciplinary artist with a primary focus in dance and theater. Bisram is an EmergeNYC Fellow at BAX, a Street Style Ambassador for City Center, and an Artichoke Ambassador for Artichoke Dance company. Bisram is a part of Cumbe Community Dance Company: Rise, MV Dance Project and The Remote Theater Projects Thank You For Listening cast. Alongside this Bisram is the demonstrator for the Dunham technique class at the Ailey extension for Marcea T. Daiter. &nbsp;Bisram is currently enrolled at CUNY Hunter&#39;s BA program in Dance Education. Currently, they are a Dance Specialist for Beacon, Variety Boys and Girls Club and Producing Moving Water: Emerging Artist Dance Showcase for Duye Moves.

Moving Waters: An Emerging Artist Dance Showcase

I AM A MANA Group Exhibition Honoring the Humanity, Dignity &amp; Vulnerability of Black MenCurated by Darlene Delores The 1968 Memphis sanitation workers&rsquo; strike gave us a historic slogan: &ldquo;I Am a Man.&rdquo; Black men carried these signs to demand dignity, respect, and civil rights. They refused to be overlooked in a fight against inequality and dangerous working conditions. Today, Black men continue to carry a similar weight imposed by society, while existing with dignity and a silent vulnerability. Societal commentary and stereotypical expectations often miss the nuances that persist within the Black community. These 11 fine artists &ndash; male creatives of African descent &ndash; use differing practices and materials to share their perspectives and feelings. They exist as artistic, dignified, self‑aware Black men. I AM A MAN Opening ReceptionSaturday, July 10th12:00 PM &ndash; 5:00 PMDuYe Moves, 405A Colonels Row, Governors IslandFree (donations welcome) I AM A MAN runs July 10th &ndash; August 9th, 2026.&nbsp;A closing reception will be held Sunday, August 9th, 12&ndash;5pm.

I AM A MAN Group Exhibition

Moving Waters: A Choreography ShowcaseDuye presents Moving Waters, a curated showcase of dance as a living, breathing current of connection. Exploring heritage, identity, or the liberating act of simply being, featuring a diverse cohort of 7 boundary-pushing dancers and makers. Movement is a vehicle for change, and water is fluid, powerful, and unstoppable as it carries us away or changes us gradually.&nbsp; Featuring: Shakun Davi DanceJullianne LaoAmanda EganRachel Repinz <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.duyemoves.org/calendar/event-one-gl6nf-3a7w2-dl993-zjr38-srkna-48k4s-k62xn-cs5ea-6r6zm-4d2ne" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Learn more about the artists HERE</a>

Moving Waters: A Choreography Showcase

City of Water Day with Orisha Wellness + DuYe MovesJoin DuYe Moves, Girl Trek, Black Girls Do Bike and Orisha Wellness us on Saturday, July 25, 2026, for a full day of movement, connection, and restoration From 10 AM to 4 PM, we&#39;re gathering to honor City of Water Day with a lineup designed to energize, ground, and unite. <ul fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Bike Ride w/BGDR = 10:30 to 11:00 AM. - Rentals from 9:00 to 11:00 AM,</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Walk w/Girl Trek - 11:15 to 11:45 AM, followed by a 15-minute break.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Line dance w/Orisha Wellness -12:30 to 1:30 PM by the water.</li></ul>Then at 405A inside or outside depending on heat<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">QiGong w/Chicava of DuYe Moves- 1:00-2:00&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Eat and Chill 2:00-3:00pm around island</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Yoga w/Parris - 3:00 PM for 30 minutes as a wind-down activity</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Official closing by Tamika at 3:30/3:45 PM to wrap the event&nbsp;</li></ul>

City of Water Day with Orisha Wellness

Frequency Fest 2026ANI &bull; CHENOA TARIN &bull; COUPLES THERAPYD3SIGNER.DR3AMS &bull; &nbsp;JACUZZI JEFFERSON &bull; NOTHING_NEUE &bull;&nbsp;PAZE INFINITE &bull; PRECURSOR MENTALITY &bull; SAYWORDSTAZ?!TC MUZE &bull; ZARZ THE ORIGIN ~ and more to come. A celebration of the Brooklyn independent music scene featuring beatmakers, vocalists, rappers, and instrumentalists gathered on Governors Island for a picnic, good music, and real community. Curated by Brooklyn-based producer and rapper Cryptic One (Ian), co-founder of UBIQUITY, a quarterly Brooklyn underground hip-hop event series alongside Rijo and Paze Infinite, Frequency Fest is a space where the underground comes outside.&nbsp; Expect an eclectic mix of artists doing it on their own terms, making music that means something. Bring a blanket. Bring snacks. Soak it in.

Bombazo! A Community Drum Jam&nbsp;Kick off Memorial Day Weekend with rhythm, fire, and community.&nbsp;Bombazo! is a multicultural drum jam celebrating the African Diaspora. Led by Legacy Women &ndash; an all-women Afro-Caribbean drum, song, and dance troupe &ndash; this afternoon will ignite the island with bomba and palos music, infused with an urban twist.&nbsp;Legacy Women brings the feminine power that unleashes community exhilaration. Their fiery vocals and pulsing drums pay tribute to the daily struggles and escapades of Caribbean urban women.&nbsp;All drummers + everyone welcome &ndash; from across the five boroughs, the tri-state, and the broader Diaspora drum &amp; dance community. Come ready to play, explore, learn and break a little freer. Bring your drums, percussion instruments, food, drinks, and snacks. We&#39;ll have our community picnic blanket ready for you.&nbsp;🥁 Event: Bombazo! &ndash; A Community Drum Jam 📅 Date: Saturday, May 23rd ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM &ndash; 5:00 PM 📍 Location: DuYe Moves, 405A Colonels Row, Governors Island&nbsp; 🎟️ Admission: Free (donations appreciated)&nbsp;&nbsp;About Legacy Women&nbsp;Founded by Manuela Arciniegas &ndash; a Kennedy Center Next 50 cultural artist, award‑winning songwriter/activist, and PhD candidate in Ethnomusicology at CUNY Graduate Center &ndash; Legacy Women is the next generation of NYC&#39;s most gifted drummers, singers, and dancers of Afro‑Caribbean music. Manuela is also a priestess in Afro‑Cuban Kongo Palo Mayombe, Lukum&iacute;, and Nigerian Isese traditions, and has performed and taught at Yale, Columbia, NYU, and beyond.&nbsp;&nbsp;What to Bring&nbsp;- Drums &amp; percussion instruments- Food, drinks, snacks- A blanket or chair- Your rhythm&nbsp;&nbsp;Come drum, dance, and belong.

Beloved by the River: Fundraising for DuYe Moves.

All Might is the first exhibition in DuYe Moves&#39; inaugural fine art season, curated by Gabriel Fleming of Soul Search Arts. What&#39;s All Might About?This exhibition explores the quiet strength, persistence, and unseen creative power of artists. Creativity thrives on patience, reflection, and hidden effort &ndash; the forces that rarely make headlines but make art possible. By recognizing these forces, we deepen our understanding of the artistic journey and honor the labor behind every brushstroke, every installation, every vision brought to life.Join us for the&nbsp;opening reception&nbsp;on Saturday, May 16th, from 12&ndash;5pm. Meet the curator, experience the work, and celebrate the hidden power that fuels all creation. 🎨 Event: All Might &ndash; Opening Reception📅 Date: Saturday, May 16th⏰ Time: 12:00 PM &ndash; 5:00 PM📍 Location: DuYe Moves, 405A Colonels Row, Governors Island🎟️ Admission: Free (donations welcome) All Might runs May 16th &ndash; June 27th, 2026.&nbsp;A closing reception will be held Saturday, June 27th, 12&ndash;5pm. What to Expect:<ul fr-original-style='margin: 16px 0px; padding-left: 18px; color: rgb(15, 17, 21); font-family: quote-cjk-patch, Inter, system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Open Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;' style='margin: 16px 0px; padding-left: 18px; color: rgb(15, 17, 21); font-family: quote-cjk-patch, Inter, system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Open Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; box-sizing: inherit;'><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🖼️ A thoughtfully curated exhibition of visual art</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🎤 Conversations with the curator and artists</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">☕ Light refreshments</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🌿 The beauty of Governors Island in spring</li></ul>About the CuratorGabriel Fleming&nbsp;is an artist, curator, and founder of Soul Search Arts. His work centers on amplifying underrepresented voices and revealing the unseen layers of creative practice.Come see what quiet strength looks like. Come celebrate the power that persists.We can&#39;t wait to welcome you.

All Might Opening Reception

The Inspiration:&quot;To be Afro-Mexican is to dance with ghosts&mdash;our ancestors&rsquo; drums in our feet, their freedom dreams in our songs.&quot;&mdash;Eduardo A&ntilde;orve, Afro-Mexican poet This D&iacute;a de los Muertos, celebrate the weaving together Indigenous Mexican roots and African resilience in a sacred gathering for all ancestors&mdash;especially the warriors lost to wars, oppression, and genocide. We honor traditions birthed in the fires of resistance: from the Danza de los Diablos dances of Afro-Mexican freed communities to the mountain palenques of Gaspar Yanga, who founded the Americas&rsquo; first free Black settlement in 1609.

Dia de los Muertos

Get ready to be part of something extraordinary and rejuvenating at DuYe Moves - Chikaba&#39;s Sanctuary&#39;s Sound Bath Sundays! The day starts with QiGong set to loosen up. Then we unfurl to the beautiful sounds of healing bowls facilitated by Ishkara &amp; Ndigo of HEaling Tree NYC.&nbsp;Afterwards let your creative juices flow with Danie&#39;s Life Art Soul coloring workshop.&nbsp;It&#39;s a beautiful way to spend the day RAIN ☔️ OR SHINE☀️ In the event of rain we are indoors. 😉 Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission of Beloved Community. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

Sound Bath Sundays!

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of storytelling &amp; art with multidisciplinary force Ohene Cornelius 12:00PM &ndash; Handle with Care Reading + Q&amp;A &nbsp;2 PM &ndash; Art Viewing &amp; Reception3:30 PM &ndash; Porch Concert&nbsp;

Ohene Cornelius: A Multidisciplinary Force

<h3 data-pm-slice="1 1 []" fr-original-style="white-space:pre-wrap;" id="isPasted" style="white-space: pre-wrap; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">FREQUENCY FEST:&nbsp;</h3><h3 data-pm-slice="1 1 []" fr-original-style="white-space:pre-wrap;" style="white-space: pre-wrap; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">Picnic, Hang, Soak in the Tunes&nbsp;</h3><h3 data-pm-slice="1 1 []" fr-original-style="white-space:pre-wrap;" style="white-space: pre-wrap; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">A sonic dive into the Brooklyn Beat Scene.</h3><h3 data-pm-slice="1 1 []" fr-original-style="white-space:pre-wrap;" style="white-space: pre-wrap; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"> </h3>

Sip, Spin &amp; Sew on Governor&#39;s IslandSunday, September 14, 202512 PM - 5PMWe are thrilled to welcome Kat LaBlanc and DJ Ms. Malika for sweet fall creative gathering for a creative groove.&nbsp;Kat LeBlanc&rsquo;s: The Upcycle Edit.&nbsp; This is a two project workshop that&rsquo;s perfect for beginners and seasoned creatives:Project #1: Bring a large T-shirt &mdash; we&#39;ll turn it into a tote bagProject #2: Bring a garment you&#39;d like to upcycle into something new<ul data-rte-list="default" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Remix your pieces with patches, trims, and sparkle.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Learn hand-sewing, no-sew hacks, and bold upcycling techniques.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Additional materials provided - thanks to Big Reuse!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">On-site seamstress for ideas and stitching help.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Enjoy cocktails from our pop up bar</li></ul>Limited to 30 guests | $40 per personKat of Luxe LeBlanc Styling is a premier lifestyle brand dedicated to empowering individuals through intentional and sophisticated styling. Founded by Kat LeBlanc, also known as The Wardrobe Therapist, the company is the culmination of over 12 years of experience in the fashion industry. Kat&rsquo;s signature approach merges mental health awareness with personal style, fostering confidence and authentic self-expression for every client. From everyday wardrobe transformations to high-profile styling for red carpets, television appearances, and special events, Luxe LeBlanc offers curated style experiences that are both empowering and unforgettable. She offers educational programming focused on sustainable fashion, including upcycling and conscious consumerism.We can&#39;t wait to create with you!

Sip, Spin & Sew

<p data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" fr-original-style='margin: 0px 0px 1rem; line-height: 24px; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(93, 166, 226); font-family: "Nunito Sans"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(30, 32, 33); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; --darkreader-inline-color: var(--darkreader-text-5da6e2, #62ace3); --darkreader-inline-bgcolor: var(--darkreader-background-1e2021, #181a1b);' id="isPasted" style='margin: 0px 0px 1rem; line-height: 24px; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(93, 166, 226); font-family: "Nunito Sans"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(30, 32, 33); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; --darkreader-inline-color: var(--darkreader-text-5da6e2, #62ace3); --darkreader-inline-bgcolor: var(--darkreader-background-1e2021, #181a1b); box-sizing: inherit;'>This is Beloved Community in action!&nbsp;<p data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" fr-original-style='margin: 1rem 0px 0px; line-height: 24px; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(93, 166, 226); font-family: "Nunito Sans"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(30, 32, 33); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; --darkreader-inline-color: var(--darkreader-text-5da6e2, #62ace3); --darkreader-inline-bgcolor: var(--darkreader-background-1e2021, #181a1b);' style='margin: 1rem 0px 0px; line-height: 24px; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(93, 166, 226); font-family: "Nunito Sans"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(30, 32, 33); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; --darkreader-inline-color: var(--darkreader-text-5da6e2, #62ace3); --darkreader-inline-bgcolor: var(--darkreader-background-1e2021, #181a1b); box-sizing: inherit;'>We are combining forces with our next door neighbors Dancers Unlimited to create a day of dance, creativity and good vibes.&nbsp; Join us in commemorating Black August Month. We will dance, make noise, rejoice, and join together to uplift and celebrate the Black American freedom fighters who have and continue to do the hard work for liberation.&nbsp;

Black August

<span fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;" style="font-size:14px;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;box-sizing:inherit">May 18th: The Opening Groove<span fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;" style="font-size:14px;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;box-sizing:inherit">As spring blooms across Governors Island, DuYe Moves welcomes the season of renewal with open arms.  <span fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;" style="font-size:14px;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;box-sizing:inherit">Welcome to DuYe Moves on Governors Island! <span fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;" style="font-size:14px;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;box-sizing:inherit">All Events are FREE and Open to the public! <span fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;" style="font-size:14px;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;box-sizing:inherit">The Opening Groove, a day of dance and wellness at The DuYe House on Colonels Row. Starting at 12pm with Chicava's invigorating Qigong class, blending gentle movements, breathwork, and meditation to harmonize mind, body, and spirit. At 1:30pm join Shari for a lively Dancehall session, celebrating self-expression and community through the infectious rhythms and bold movements of Caribbean culture. At 3pm Babacar M’Baye joins us for an exhilarating Sabar dance experience, exploring the intricate rhythms and elegant movements of Senegal. Let’s get the sunny season started together! <p style="color:rgb(1, 1, 3);font-family:&quot;YAD0xLc7TF0 2&quot;, _fb_, auto;--font-size:24px;--line-height:1.4;letter-spacing:0.1em;text-transform:none;line-height:33px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1714500274/o8sjqwnc7rlyftzgacsg.png" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /><p style="color:rgb(1, 1, 3);font-family:&quot;YAD0xLc7TF0 2&quot;, _fb_, auto;--font-size:24px;--line-height:1.4;letter-spacing:0.1em;text-transform:none;line-height:33px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"> <span fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;" style="font-size:14px;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;box-sizing:inherit">12pm QiGong w/ Chicava<span fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;" style="font-size:14px;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;box-sizing:inherit">Elevate your well-being with our invigorating Qigong class led by Chicava! The practice combines gentle movements, breathwork, and meditation to cultivate inner peace and vitality. Discover the myriad benefits of Qigong, from reducing anxiety to strengthening immunity, and embrace its three major applications: spiritual, athletic, and healing. Great for those new to QiGong and experienced practitioners, join us on the lawn at noon to harmonize mind, body, and spirit under the sun. <span fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;" style="font-size:14px;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;box-sizing:inherit">1:30pm Dancehall w/ Shari Learn some Afro’Dance with Shari! Afro’Dance is about freedom of movement and self-expression. Immerse in rhythms, moves and musical trends hailing from the Congo, Ivory Coast, Angola, and more. Urban street elements seamlessly intertwine with this culturally rich technique. Movers will be introduced to choreography that fuses cultural heritage and contemporary expression that bring you into your groove. You’ll be ready for a night out on the dance floor! <span fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;" style="font-size:14px;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;box-sizing:inherit">3pm Sabar w/ Babacar M'BayeJoin Babacar M’Baye for an exhilarating Sabar dance experience! Originating from Senegal, Sabar is renowned for its intricate rhythms and elegant movements. Challenge yourself with swift balance shifts and rhythmic complexity in this intermediate-level class. Discover the dynamic fusion of physical, mental, and musical challenges while immersing yourself in the vibrant energy of Sabar! <p style="color:rgb(1, 1, 3);font-family:&quot;YAD0xLc7TF0 2&quot;, _fb_, auto;--font-size:24px;--line-height:1.4;letter-spacing:0.1em;text-transform:none;line-height:33px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"> <p style="color:rgb(1, 1, 3);font-family:&quot;YAD0xLc7TF0 2&quot;, _fb_, auto;--font-size:24px;--line-height:1.4;letter-spacing:0.1em;text-transform:none;line-height:33px;width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">

The Opening Groove

In times that ask so much of us, art is how we breathe. Community is how we carry on. Together, we are building a sanctuary of joy. Dear Beloved Community, These are heavy days. But on this island, we still gather. We still dance. We still make art and share breath and remind each other that joy is not denial&mdash;it is resistance. DuYe Moves is our soft place to land and our fierce reason to keep going. Join us. The lawn is wide. The door is open. And we are stronger together. DuYe Moves is our soft place to land and our fierce reason to keep going. And this summer, people are going to NEED this resource more than ever. We are literally all we&#39;ve got. And together, we can rock this season out. ✨ What&#39;s New This Year &amp; Coming Up✨&nbsp; The Way of the Muse &ndash; Opening Season BenefitSunday, May 17th | Contribute $75 or moreThis intimate concert is a rare opportunity to experience the artistry of Ishkara Heqwabti, a celebrated Vocal Sound Mystic, 4th‑generation musician, and Certified Sound Healer. Join us for a beautiful, mystical evening of sound and ceremony. Your contribution directly fuels our entire summer of free programming. Fine Art Exhibitions &ndash; Inaugural Year!Led by Chief Curator Gabriel Fleming of Soul Search Arts. All Might&nbsp;(May&ndash;June) &ndash; Explores the quiet strength, persistence, and unseen creative power of artists. Creativity thrives on patience, reflection, and hidden effort. By recognizing these forces, we deepen our understanding of the artistic journey. I AM A MAN (July-August, curated by Darlene Deloris) &ndash; Inspired by the 1968 Memphis sanitation workers&#39; strike, this exhibition pivots to how Black men today continue to carry the weight imposed on them by society, while existing with dignity and silent vulnerability. DuYe Dances &ndash; Choreographer&#39;s ShowcaseCurated by Christopher Bisram staged Friday evenings throughout the summer on the BEAM Stage at the front of Colonel&#39;s Row. An exciting new platform for movement artists. Music Returns &amp; Expands &nbsp;Frequency Fest curated by Cryptic One, Ian Goldberg, is back &ndash; a beatmaker&#39;s jam that shook the island last year. Plus more intimate porch and living room concerts featuring an eclectic mix of local musicians. Theater Arts &ndash; New Programs &nbsp;Curator Lauren M. Smith is developing readings, plays, and performance art, giving theater artists space to test new work and connect with audiences. 💸 Donate Now, Give EarlyLet your support build momentum for this fundraiser so we can hit the ground running. Every dollar moves us closer to a summer of free dance, sound baths, art, and belonging.Here&#39;s what your money is for:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Honorariums &ndash; Paying our teachers, musicians, and staff fairly.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Operational Expenses &ndash; Space usage, insurance, instruments, and supplies.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Building the Future &ndash; Bringing on a Development Consultant to pave the way for sustainability and growth.</li></ul>Join Us - Other Ways to Support 🎉 Share Our Campaign&nbsp;With your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact. And yes, we know asking can feel awkward &ndash; but do it anyway! 🤗 Volunteer&nbsp;We have so much fun! You&#39;ll become as addicted as we are to the quiet of the island. Your time and skills make a real impact. We need help on program days and in the run‑up to the season. If you feel so inclined, drop us a line.Be part of creating a welcoming third space where everyone can come together to learn, lean into creativity, and experience happiness in real time &ndash; amongst others who are seeking community.Your donation, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless individuals. Thank you for supporting our mission and the wellbeing and upliftment of your fellow humans.Your support is invaluable.With resonance and gratitude,Chicava &amp; The DuYe Moves Team<p fr-original-style="line-height:1.38;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);margin:0pt 0px;padding:0pt 0pt 3pt;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin: 0pt 0px; padding: 0pt 0pt 3pt; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> www.zeffy.com&nbsp;

In times that ask so much of us, art is how we breathe. Community is how we carry on. Together, we are building a sanctuary of joy.Dear Beloved Community,These are heavy days. But on this island, we still gather. We still dance. We still make art and share breath and remind each other that joy is not denial—it is resistance. DuYe Moves is our soft place to land and our fierce reason to keep going. Join us. The lawn is wide. The door is open. And we are stronger together.DuYe Moves is our soft place to land and our fierce reason to keep going. And this summer, people are going to NEED this resource more than ever.We are literally all we've got. And together, we can rock this season out.✨ What's New This Year & Coming Up✨ The Way of the Muse – Opening Season BenefitSunday, May 17th | Contribute $75 or moreThis intimate concert is a rare opportunity to experience the artistry of Ishkara Heqwabti, a celebrated Vocal Sound Mystic, 4th‑generation musician, and Certified Sound Healer. Join us for a beautiful, mystical evening of sound and ceremony. Your contribution directly fuels our entire summer of free programming.Fine Art Exhibitions – Inaugural Year!Led by Chief Curator Gabriel Fleming of Soul Search Arts.All Might (May–June) – Explores the quiet strength, persistence, and unseen creative power of artists. Creativity thrives on patience, reflection, and hidden effort. By recognizing these forces, we deepen our understanding of the artistic journey.I AM A MAN (July-August, curated by Darlene Deloris) – Inspired by the 1968 Memphis sanitation workers' strike, this exhibition pivots to how Black men today continue to carry the weight imposed on them by society, while existing with dignity and silent vulnerability.DuYe Dances – Choreographer's ShowcaseCurated by Christopher Bisram staged Friday evenings throughout the summer on the BEAM Stage at the front of Colonel's Row. An exciting new platform for movement artists.Music Returns & Expands Frequency Fest curated by Cryptic One, Ian Goldberg, is back – a beatmaker's jam that shook the island last year. Plus more intimate porch and living room concerts featuring an eclectic mix of local musicians.Theater Arts – New Programs Curator Lauren M. Smith is developing readings, plays, and performance art, giving theater artists space to test new work and connect with audiences.💸 Donate Now, Give EarlyLet your support build momentum for this fundraiser so we can hit the ground running. Every dollar moves us closer to a summer of free dance, sound baths, art, and belonging.Here's what your money is for:Honorariums – Paying our teachers, musicians, and staff fairly.Operational Expenses – Space usage, insurance, instruments, and supplies.Building the Future – Bringing on a Development Consultant to pave the way for sustainability and growth.Join Us - Other Ways to Support🎉 Share Our Campaign With your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact. And yes, we know asking can feel awkward – but do it anyway!🤗 Volunteer We have so much fun! You'll become as addicted as we are to the quiet of the island. Your time and skills make a real impact. We need help on program days and in the run‑up to the season. If you feel so inclined, drop us a line.Be part of creating a welcoming third space where everyone can come together to learn, lean into creativity, and experience happiness in real time – amongst others who are seeking community.Your donation, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless individuals. Thank you for supporting our mission and the wellbeing and upliftment of your fellow humans.Your support is invaluable.With resonance and gratitude,Chicava & The DuYe Moves Teamwww.zeffy.com

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