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Art For Progress' Arts Education Community provides underserved youth with dynamic artistic programming that promotes reflection and self-expression. By connecting youth with working artists, their communities and each other, we hope to transform the way they see themselves and the world around them.

Art for Progress to host Michael Alan’s Living Installation

Posted on October 12, 2012 by admin

New York City Non Profit to host Michael Alan’s “Living Installation” Friday, November 9th at ABC NORIO Art for Progress (AFP), a NYC 501C (3) nonprofit, is proud to announce its hosting artist Michael Alan’s “Living Installation, Family Misfit Healing” … Continue reading →

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Thanks for a Great Summer of Music and Art!

Posted on September 27, 2012 by admin

Here’s some select photos from recent performances.

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Mixed Greens: Saturday’s Performance Schedule at The Paper Box

Posted on September 21, 2012 by admin

Mixed Greens – Saturday, September 22nd *Main Stage, Live Music: 9:30PM – Heavy Birds 10:30PM – Idgy Dean 11:30PM – Ellis Ashbrook 12:30PM – Them Damn Ninjas Performance Art: 12:15 – Caridad Sola *In the Garden, DJ sets: 9:00PM – … Continue reading →

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“Mixed Greens” on the Menu Saturday Night at The Paper Box

Posted on September 19, 2012 by admin

Ellis Ashbrook, Idgy Dean, Liquid Sound Lounge, Caridad Sola to Perform It’s been a true pleasure bringing together so many great artists over the past few months for our Mixed Greens events at The Paper Box. There really is an … Continue reading →

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September Artist Happenings

Posted on September 16, 2012 by admin

Here’s a link to our September newsletter: September Artist Happenings

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AFP Returns to The Paper Box on Saturday, September 22nd

Posted on September 8, 2012 by admin

Just as summer becomes fall, AFP is back at The Paper Box with an excellent line-up on Saturday, September 22nd. Check back for more details and artist information.

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Performance Schedule for Saturday Night at The Paper Box

Posted on August 24, 2012 by admin

Excitement is building for AFP’s tasty menagerie of music & art at the super cool Paper Box this Saturday night. Otherwise known as Mixed Greens, it happens every third Saturday of the month. In our last post we shared some … Continue reading →

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“Mixed Greens” returns to The Paper Box, Saturday, August 25th

Posted on August 16, 2012 by admin

Mixed Greens returns this month with a new date, but you can expect the same fresh, diverse music, brilliant performance art and thought-provoking video installations you’ve come to expect at AFP events. Plus, The Paper Box is in the coolest … Continue reading →

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The Coffin Daggers, Muj and El Pueblo to perform at “Mixed Greens”

Posted on August 2, 2012 by admin

Art for Progress presents “Mixed Greens” at The Paper Box Saturday, August 25th: LIVE MUSIC: The Coffin Daggers, Muj and El Pueblo, PERFORMANCE ART: Caridad Sola and Sindy Butz VIDEO INSTALLATION: Filmmaker/Photographer Scott Nyerges DJ SETS: Gatto and Special … Continue reading →

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“Mixed Greens” Debuts Saturday Night at The Paper Box

Posted on July 17, 2012 by admin

Saturdays late press and artist information.. Morning Fuzz: In 2011, the Brooklyn based band released their second EP titled, “Shadows in the Rearview” to rave reviews. They recently performed at Spike Hill and have some dates coming up next month … Continue reading →

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