The Creative Problem Solvers Series: Tower of Gratitude
3rd–5th graders engage in creative problem solving, collaboration, and growth mindset through LEGO, Magna-Tiles, and storytelling activities.
The Creative Problem Solvers series allows 3rd-5th graders the opportunity to become creative problem solvers! Participants will use the creative arts to solve problems while developing Critical Thinking, Innovation,Collaboration, Planning, Reflection & Presentation skills.
The Creative Problem Solvers Series: Poet Tree of Light
3rd–5th graders design messages of encouragement for families in need, with perspective and empathy prompts. Winter essentials are provided to families in need.
The Creative Problem Solvers series allows 3rd-5th graders the opportunity to become creative problem solvers! Participants will use the creative arts to solve problems while developing Critical Thinking, Innovation,Collaboration, Planning, Reflection & Presentation skills.
Post Production Diversity Initiative Program (Application Open)
Get Fokus’d Productions & The Creative Arts Strategist are in collaboration with Buffalo State University and their Post Production Diversity Initiative.
PPDI is a one-year program that prepares 22 participants from diverse backgrounds for entry-level careers in video editing and audio mixing in the highly competitive music, video, and media industries.
Aitina Fareed-Cooke is in support of their marketing efforts and providing Creative Portfolio workshops.
Applications for the Post Production Diversity Initiative (PPDI) 2025-2026 are now open! Apply now!!
*Applications due by Monday, September 15th at midnight
Photos by: Kalvin Booker / Through His Lens Photography - in collaboration with Get Fokus’d Productions
Jesse Steffan-Colucci, Buffalo State photographer
In collaboration with:
Buffalo State University
Avid
Motion Picture Editors Guild, I.A.T.S.E. Local 700
Squeaky Wheel Film & Media Art Center
Get Fokus’d Productions
GCR audio
Buffalo Fashion Runway Black Carpet II
Aitina will be joining this years Buffalo Fashion Runway with a Poetic Performance to celebrate excellence at Black Carpet II, Buffalo's premier Black History Month event featuring fashion, art, and community!
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Tales from the Porch: Expanding Perspectives Workshop
Tales from the Porch: Expanding Perspectives Workshop
Location: Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington St. (2nd Floor)
Buffalo NY 14203
The JBWC Creative Writing Programs for Youth are FREE and aimed at young students aged 12–18
Poetic Performance at the Unveiling of Julia Bottoms Commission
Fika Midwifery at the Coit House in collaboration with C.S.1 Curatorial Projects Cordially Invites You To Attend The Private Unveiling of Fika Midwifery's Commissioned Painting "Embracing The New" - by Julia Bottoms
5:30 Remarks & Performance
Poetic Performance by "A.l. The Anomaly" (Aitina Fareed-Cooke)
Nursing Portrait Sessions - Get Fokus'd Productions sign-up: cslprojects.org
Children's art activity by Emma Brittain
Snacks Thyme-N-Honey - Cocktails
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Poetic Performance for the Celebration of the Life Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Event
Poetic Performance for the Celebration of the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. Event
Location: Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center
341 Deleware Ave.
Free to the Public