This April, Orozco Gallery will open its doors at 115 S Cayuga St, Downtown Ithaca, for the second year as a pop-up space for creativity, connection, and cultural celebration. Featuring artist talks, live music, dance, family-friendly storytelling, and more. This community-driven space invites all ages to gather in a welcoming, sober environment to celebrate the transformative power of art.

"In memory of Debra Castillo - who believed in me and championed me as a community maker, artist, and activist.' Yen Ospina

Curated, Organized, & Founded by Yen Ospina (Orozco Gallery), this series features in-person artist talks paired with hands-on mini workshops — an engaging way to learn directly from artists, connect through storytelling, and explore creativity together.

Workshops are great for all ages and skill levels.
Most events are free or sliding scale (cash or Venmo accepted).
Non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase – cash only.
Tables, chairs, and supplies are provided for workshops.
♿ The venue is handicap accessible.

Parking Info:
Free street parking after 6PM

• Closest streets: S Cayuga St, S Albany St, N Plain & W Buffalo
• Green Street Garage (next to Cinemapolis) – $1/hr
• Residential zones are often free further out
• Weekends = free street parking after 6pm
• Double check for weekday 2-hour parking limits on signs

Some events are required RSVP so the artists knows how much supplies they must have ready. You can always pay at the door, please bring cash! 

This month-long series is organized and founded by community maker, curator, and activist Yen Ospina in collaboration with the Latino Civic Association of Tompkins County, with support from the Greenstar Co+Op with our opening reception catering from JoJo Cook, volunteers from ALPFA Cornell Student Organization, & Latina/o Studies Program at Cornell University. - in memory of Debra Castillo

APRIL 3RD - MAY 2ND Orozco Gallery Calendar 

Friday, April 3 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Grand Gallery Opening Reception
Celebrate the launch of the pop-up season with non-alcoholic drinks by Open Spaces and food by Jojo Cook. Free; all ages welcome.

Saturday, April 4 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Easter Egg Painting
A creative evening for all ages. Sliding scale fee; non-alcoholic drinks available.

• Please register here
• If you'd like to pay in advance, please click this link: VENMO 

Tuesday, April 7 | 3:00–5:30 PM
Work, Tea & Lo-Fi
Bring your laptop or journal and co-work to lo-fi beats. All ages; free (tea fee).

Wednesday, April 8 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Clothing Swap & Chill
Bring three articles of clothing to swap and mingle. Free; non-alcoholic drinks available.

Thursday, April 9
Panaderia Peluche Artist Talk & Workshop 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Melissa Castillo Artist Talk & Workshop 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Ages 14+; free; supplies included; RSVP encouraged

Friday, April 10 
Poison Apple Society Artist Talk & Workshop  6:00 - 7:00 PM
Sarah Lopez Artist Talk & Workshop  7:00 - 8:00 pm
Ages 14+; free; supplies included;  RSVP encouraged

Saturday, April 11 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Date Night: Live Bossa Nova Jazz
Free; ages 14+; non-alcoholic drinks available.


Sunday, April 12 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Sip & Paint (Bob Ross–Inspired)
Sliding scale; ages 14+; supplies included; RSVP encouraged

• Please register here
• If you'd like to pay in advance, please click this link: VENMO 

(Don't forget to put your name and whoever else you're paying for!)

Tuesday, April 14 | 3:00–5:30 PM
Work, Tea & Lo-Fi
Bring your laptop or journal and co-work to lo-fi beats. All ages; free (tea fee).

Wednesday, April 15 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Latine Drag Night featuring Skarlet Killz & Queentessential & Noah Phence
Free; all ages welcome; non-alcoholic drinks available.

Thursday, April 16 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Luna Fiber Studios Artist Talk & Workshop   6:00 - 7:00 PM
Gabriella Evergreen Artist Talk & Workshop 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Ages 14+; free; supplies included; RSVP encouraged

Friday, April 17 
Annie Sheng Artist Talk & Workshop   6:00 - 7:00 PM
Rory Ruiz Romero Howell Artist Talk & Workshop 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Ages 14+; free; supplies included; RSVP encouraged​​​​​​​

Saturday, April 18 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Afro-Cuban Live Music with Venissa Santi 3rio
Free; ages 14+; non-alcoholic drinks available.

Sunday, April 19 | 5:00–6:00 PM
Lily Pad Puppet Theatre
Free; all ages welcome; non-alcoholic drinks available.

Tuesday, April 21 | 5:00–6:00 PM
Work, Tea & Lo-Fi
Bring your laptop or journal and co-work to lo-fi beats. All ages; free (tea fee).

Wednesday, April 22 | 5:00–6:00 PM
Bilingual Story Time
In collaboration with Buffalo St Books, Free; all ages welcome.

Thursday, April 23 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Make Your Own Paper Doll
Ages 14+; free; supplies included; RSVP encouraged

Friday, April 24 
Carolina Osorio Gril Artist Talk & Workshop   6:00 - 7:00 PM
Yamilka Portorreal Artist Talk & Workshop     7:00 - 8:00 pm
Ages 14+; free; supplies included; RSVP encouraged

Saturday, April 25 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Film Night: The Shape of Water
Free; ages 18+; bring pillows or a comfortable camping chair.

Sunday, April 26 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Zine Workshop
Ages 18+; sliding scale; supplies included; RSVP encouraged

• Please register here
• If you'd like to pay in advance, please click this link: VENMO 
• (Don't forget to put your name and whoever else you're paying for! Also the event name )

Tuesday, April 28 | 5:00–6:00 PM
Work, Tea & Lo-Fi
Bring your laptop or journal and co-work to lo-fi beats. All ages; free (tea fee).

Wednesday, April 29 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Make Your Own Victorian Puzzle Letter
Ages 14+; sliding scale; supplies included; non-alcoholic drinks available. RSVP encouraged

• Please register here
• If you'd like to pay in advance, please click this link: VENMO 
• (Don't forget to put your name and whoever else you're paying for! Also the event name!)

Thursday, April 30 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Latin Dance Class
Ages 14+; sliding scale; bring water and comfortable shoes.

• Please register here
• If you'd like to pay in advance, please click this link: VENMO 
• (Don't forget to put your name and whoever else you're paying for! Also the event name)

Friday, May 1 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Closing Reception
Free; catering by Zócalo; drinks by Open Spaces.

Saturday, May 2 | 8:00 PM–12:00 AM
The Dutchess of Spirit Posse Dance Party
Sliding scale; ages 18+; non-alcoholic drinks available.