The Affordable Art Fair Provides Inspiration For The Whole Family

The Affordable Art Fair provides all ages with creative inspiration.

Through Monday, September 29, the tunnel in the Chelsea district is the temporary home to one of NYC’s most accessible art fairs—the Affordable Art Fair. The fair’s inspiring and friendly atmosphere is enhanced by the tunnel’s shape, which allows for the 50 local and international galleries featured in one long line. The Affordable Art Fair offers a tasteful atmosphere, while featuring affordable prices for unique and exquisite art.

The pricing of the art that is featured at the fair sells fromf $100 and can go up to $10,000 depending on the piece. More than half of the art available for purchase, however, is priced under $5,000. All of the art in the gallery was selected upon the approval of Harper’s Bazaar Senior Editor, Charlotte Cowles and the Director of the Affordable Art Fair, Cristina Salmastrelli both of whom strongly believe that art is for everyone of every income level, and that it should be affordable to those with all different price ranges.

The Affordable Art Fair is a great way to spend one’s afternoon or evening, regardless of age, and even on its opening night, the fair was full of families with young children. The fair provides ample inspiration to little artists, and children are encouraged to bring their sketchpads and draw whatever their heart desires alongside the artists of the pieces that they are standing by. New York City mother, Brigitte Sarnt-Ouen visited the fair with her twin girls: “I like to think exposing them to art trains their eyes to see things a certain way, and I want to start while they’re still young.” Her twin girls, Charlotte and Caroline Leung are featured in the images above, standing under the works by Mariko Ishikawa.

Cowles and Salmastrelli’s vision comes full circle in the Affordable Art Fair. With the gallery inhabiting one of New York’s landmarks, The Tunnel, which is just a block away from one of the entrances to The Highline, the fair provides an entirely affordable and enjoyable option for spending the day in Chelsea with the entire family, while at the same time exposing the kids to all that the city has to offer.

Treehouse Shakers

<div>Treehouse Shakers&rsquo; Branching OUT After-School program is for ages 12-14. This awarded program is for young people who identify as LGBTQIA+, or are seeking to become better allies. Branching OUT centers on discovering and exploring one&rsquo;s story and identity through an intentionally artist-led format. During our community-based program, young people will explore and reflect on their own story to create a larger, more meaningful experience, while gaining self-empowerment and gathering with like-minded peers. Through the guidance of our awarded teaching artists, young people will create narratives that will be turned into podcasts, dances, songs or poetry.&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Young people have the opportunity to learn new art forms, work with professional artists, while building a meaningful community.</div>

Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND® New York Resort

Monstrous Family fun returns with Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort! &nbsp; The signature children&rsquo;s Halloween event kicks off October 3rd&nbsp;when the Park transforms into a bewitching party filled with candy, seasonal shows, and Halloween themed LEGO characters. The event runs on all operating dates in October, with all festivities included in general admission. Meet LEGO Monster characters like Spider Lady and Wacky Witch and make your way to the treat stations around the Park. Don&rsquo;t forget your costumes! &nbsp; New for 2024: Monster Party Nights at LEGOLAND New York Hotel! Book a Brick-or-Treat overnight package in October to enjoy extra sweet Halloween-themed fun after a day in the Park. Hotel guests will have the opportunity to eat breakfast with a Monster, participate in themed crafts and LEGO builds, rock out at the Monster Dance Party each night, and more! &nbsp; AWESOME AWAITS at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort, the ultimate LEGO&reg; theme park destination, for kids ages two through twelve and their families. Ride, climb, and build your way through seven LEGO themed lands. &nbsp;

The Music Institute of Long Island

Established in 1990, the Music Institute of Long Island (MILI) is a classical music school staffed by exceptional instructors from many of the most prestigious conservatories and graduate music schools in the United States and Europe. Long Island&rsquo;s foremost musical academies, its instrumental programs include violin, viola, cello, piano, flute, clarinet, saxophone and voice classes. MILI has been voted # 1 BEST MUSIC SCHOOL Consistently.&nbsp; They teach the Traditional, Suzuki, and ABRSM methods. Students participate in All-National, All-Eastern, All-State, youth orchestras, and score highly in NYSSMA and Royal Academy Music Festivals. First prize winners of competitions earn solos at Carnegie Hall and with orchestras. MILI offers Fall/Spring semesters plus Summer Sessions. Semesters include 15-17 weeks of private lessons, solo recitals with a final GALA Concert featuring chamber music. About the Directors: Carol &amp; Geri Kushner: The sisters are violinists, violists, chamber coaches &amp; performers. They believe in instilling the love of music, &nbsp;fostering proficiency, success, confidence &amp; believe all MILI students achieve success. Degrees BM, MM (+), K-12 certifications, attended Manhattan School of Music, Queens College &amp; Stonybrook University.They have been adjunct professors at Syracuse University, Aaron Copland School of Music Pre-College &amp; Five Towns Colleges, Stonybrook University &amp; have taught in L.I. public schools.