What they call their work
What they do
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Film Festival and Screening Programming 1 activity
- Hosts performing and visual arts programsPresents performance, film, and visual art programs that celebrate the environmental and social diversity of the Catskill region, offering shared cultural experiences for audiences. Programs include first-run, documentary, and independent film screenings in an ADA-accessible cinema.
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Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Initiatives 1 activity
- Issues land acknowledgment and affirms Indigenous relationshipsIssues a formal land acknowledgment recognizing the Lenni-Lenape as the original people of the land and affirms their continuing relationship with the territory.
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 1 activity
- Offers dance and movement programs for all agesProvides dance programs including Ballroom, Salsa, Senior Social Dance, and a Film & Dance Series for people of all ages and skill levels, promoting self-expression and community connection.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Offers targeted arts programming for seniorsRuns arts and cultural programs designed to engage seniors, including Senior Social Dance and monthly Senior Cinema with Social Coffee Hour, fostering inclusion and community connection among older adults.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Operates multi-use cultural venue for public and private eventsOperates a physical venue at 219 Main Street, Hurleyville, NY, which hosts public events such as film screenings, performances, and networking gatherings, as well as private events including weddings, corporate functions, and celebrations in dedicated spaces like The Ballroom, The Cinema, and The Lobby.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizes community cultural festivals and eventsHosts annual festivals including the Spring Blossom Festival, Pride Festival, Music Fest, Culture Fest, and Harvest Festival to celebrate the Catskills community. Also organizes live music performances and large-scale cultural gatherings.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Provides arts education and programming for children and youthOffers weekly kids programming and arts education programs designed to spark creativity and foster inclusivity for children in the Hurleyville community.
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Private Club Dining Services 1 activity
- Provides dining services through on-site caféOperates Tango Café, an on-site restaurant offering lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch, as part of its community and event offerings.
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Art Appreciation and Public Engagement 1 activity
- Supports visual arts and artist developmentProvides gallery spaces, workshops, and artist partnerships to support community engagement in art appreciation, exploration, and creation. Supports professional artists in the region and promotes community artistic development.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| CHRISTINA ANTIZZO | CEO | 40 | $88K |
| LOURDESA HUNT | CFO | 40 | $23K |
| ELLYANE HUTCHINSON | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $4K |
- AMY HARCLERODE — Trustee
- DARLENE FEDUN — Executive Dir.
- JANET CARRUS — President
- PEGGY O'NEILL — Secretary
- STEPHEN HAM — Treasurer
Who they work with
- Facebook Partner — Platform used to post event cancellations and updates
- Facebook Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and engagement
- Instagram Partner — Platform used to post event cancellations and updates
- Instagram Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and engagement
- Tango Café Partner — On-site restaurant providing meals and brunch in partnership with HPAC.
- community organizations Partner — Partners with local organizations to address regional challenges with a focus on equity and inclusion.
How they approach the work
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- Arts for Wellness and Social Connectionmethodology: arts-for-wellnessBy offering dance and movement programs, the organization promotes healthier lifestyles and deeper social ties, because embodied artistic practices can improve individual well-being while simultaneously building community cohesion.
- Arts-Based Community Engagementmethodology: arts-based community engagementBy using performance, film, and visual art to reflect and celebrate local environmental and social diversity, the organization creates shared cultural experiences that inspire connection and dialogue among audiences, because collective artistic experiences can strengthen community bonds and foster mutual understanding.
- Inclusive Access Through Design and Programmingmethodology: accessibility-inclusionBy designing accessible facilities and sensory-friendly programming alongside inclusive partnerships, the organization reduces barriers to arts participation, because equitable access enables broader community engagement and fosters belonging for historically excluded groups.