# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Art in the Park Meetup: Vending, Networking & Creative Workshops - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: This is your moment to be outside with people who are open, kind, and building their lives. Join us for live music, art, and connection.About this EventThis is your moment to be outside with people who are open, kind, and building their lives. Join us for live music, art, and connection.Join us Saturday, July 11 at Maria Hernandez Park in Brooklyn for The Art in the Park Meetup.This is a community art gathering for artists, creatives, vendors, neighbors, families, and anyone looking to get off the internet and connect in real life.We’ll be open from 2–7 PM. Come anytime during that window.We are meeting in the center plaza of Maria Hernandez Park. Walk from any entrance toward the center of the park, and you’ll find us there.All artists interested in participating must receive approval from Lailani Gibson prior to the event.This event includes local artists, vendors, community activities, giveaways, and free creative workshops:3 PM: Sound Bath with @solful_sounds4 PM: School to Pr*son Pipeline with @rootedinthework5 PM: Impact of Plants and Healing Our Planet with @sugaa.eFree giveaways will be available for the first 100 attendees who RSVP and show up.All are welcome. Come alone, bring a friend, bring your art, bring your vending items, or just come for the vibes.For exact artist/vendor details follow and message @nonlocalai or @theartmeetup on Instagram.Rain plan: If needed, we will meet at 3 PM at Time Out Market, 55 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, on the ground floor for modified workshops and grounded conversations. You are still welcome to bring your vending items and art for showcase.Please check @nonlocalai and @theartmeetup for updates before and during the event.Donations help cover ponchos, supplies, giveaways, printing, future venue costs, and the community labor it takes to keep The Art Meetup going. Donate here: https://www.lailanigibson.com/donateIf you know of a future indoor or outdoor venue that could be a good fit for Art Meetup events in 2027, nominate a venue here: https://forms.gle/AzpfUBFxnFKx3Gq68Donate via RSVP or hereStay ConnectedEvent updates: Follow @nonlocalaiThe Art Meetup: Follow @theartmeetupMeet the organizer: Visit LailaniGibson.comNYC art jobs and creative resources: Explore The Creative Plug on SubstackUpcoming events: View The Art Meetup on EventbriteThe Art Meetup playlist: Follow and save on SpotifyHope you feel welcomed to come as you are, meet someone new, and be part of the community we’re building together.The Art Meetup was created to give NYC creatives a real place to connect, create, and feel seen. Join us for live music, art, conversation, and community. RSVP now before tickets run out. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/76cba990-7cf0-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w572-h740-dc5c0602-gmir.jpg The Art Meetup Vendor CollectiveShop Joinoir on Ko-fiRooted in the Work · @rootedinthework@jss.arts@dandy_in_the_underworld.brandCelestial Wallflower@ladybrownart · LadyBrownArt.com@midorimonday@byumeyu@color.me.tasty@beadsbymimiLuxer Eats@boribooksandcafeNetanyahs.com@coachkayconnect@mimisartroom@ghostcityqueers@ghostsofcrows@sea.gravez@amilakapothecary@doggy.collar@cecilia_loher@daisyl4@uniique.s@bellerss_creates@shopglossedgold@turnheadsoils@tonibtells.nyc@kleoshoes_@space_chains@nwao.wav@itzdiiaamond@queenshidart@johnaer.kreations@mumtahina_@eternaljewels.nyc@gregorygarciastarfreezer@joner144@giftedwhenfaded@krist_the_artist@egdcollectiveThe Art Meetup is about more than gathering in the park. It is about creating a real cash mob for local artists, vendors, and small business owners where people do not just say they support community, they show up, shop, share, connect, and help keep money moving through Brooklyn’s creative ecosystem.Local Eats Near Maria Hernandez ParkCoffee, Breakfast and Light BitesKnickerbocker Bagel367 Knickerbocker Avenue · 7 AM–3 PMBagels, breakfast, and coffee.Abracadabra Magic Diner566 Onderdonk Avenue · Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM–9 PMTurkish-Mediterranean brunch.Molasses Books770 Hart Street · 12 PM–12 AMCoffee, books, and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.Hive Mind Books & Coffee Shop219 Irving AvenueIndependent books and coffee.Wyckoff Starr Coffee Shop30 Wyckoff Avenue · Saturday and Sunday, 8 AM–5 PMA neighborhood coffee favorite.Your Way Cafe17 Wilson Avenue · 7 AM–4 PMClassic breakfast and diner dishes.Dayglow8 Wilson Avenue · 8 AM–5 PMCraft coffee and colorful drinks.Sips5 Central Avenue · 8 AM–4 PMEspresso and natural wines.Nook45 Irving AvenueA cozy cafe serving coffee and light bites.Lunch, Dinner and Late-Night FoodEl Regalo de Juquila1209 Myrtle Avenue · 10 AM–4 AMAuthentic Mexican food.Rebecca’s610 Bushwick Avenue · 4 PM–4 AMBar food and a backyard gathering space.Birdy’s1215 Myrtle Avenue · 2 PM–4 AMA neighborhood dive bar with casual food.Little Mo1158 Myrtle Avenue · 12 PM–11 PMVietnamese comfort food.2 Chix1022 Broadway · 10 AM–4 PMBrunch and fried chicken.Zatar Cafe & Bistro1294 Myrtle Avenue · 8 AM–1:45 AMMediterranean dishes with late-night hours.Queen247 Starr Street · 12 PM–10 PMMediterranean food and cocktails.Tony’s and Orazio Pizza336 Knickerbocker AvenueNew York-style pizza.Pacaya Guatemalan Restaurant251 Wilson AvenueHomestyle Guatemalan food.El Jardin Azuyo266 Suydam StreetEcuadorian meals and a neighborhood bar.Arepera Guacuco44 Irving AvenueVenezuelan arepas.Maa Ka Dhaba67 Stanhope StreetIndian takeout.Ayat Bushwick242 Knickerbocker AvenuePalestinian comfort food.Santa Salsa234 Starr Street · 12 PM–2 AMVenezuelan street food.Sea Wolf19 Wyckoff AvenueSeafood, tacos, and cocktails.Rosie Pizza Bar128 Central Avenue · 12 PM–LatePizza and drinks.Alegria Bar and Grill266 Suydam Street · 12 PM–12 AMSalvadoran pupusas and neighborhood energy.Tortilleria Mexicana Los Hermanos271 Starr StreetTacos and freshly made tortillas.Black Seed Bagels379 Suydam StreetHand-rolled bagels.El Encebollado de Víctor280 Knickerbocker AvenueEcuadorian seafood stew.Drinks, Bars and NightlifeStarr Bar214 Starr StreetCommunity-focused bar and event space.Jupiter Disco1237 Flushing AvenueRetro-inspired dance club.Bunna Cafe1084 Flushing AvenueVegan Ethiopian food and a cozy bar atmosphere.How to Get to Maria Hernandez ParkSubwayL Train: Take the L to Jefferson Street. Walk northeast on Wyckoff Avenue, turn right onto Starr Street, and continue toward the park.M Train: Take the M to Knickerbocker Avenue. Walk southeast on Knickerbocker Avenue, then turn left onto Starr Street.BusB38: Stops near DeKalb Avenue and Knickerbocker Avenue.B57: Stops near Flushing Avenue and Knickerbocker Avenue.B60: Stops near Wilson Avenue and Suydam Street.Driving From ManhattanTake the Williamsburg Bridge into Brooklyn. Continue onto Broadway, turn left onto Flushing Avenue, right onto Knickerbocker Avenue, and left onto Starr Street.The park is located near Starr Street and Knickerbocker Avenue.Driving From QueensTake the Jackie Robinson Parkway west and exit toward Bushwick Avenue. Turn right onto Bushwick Avenue, left onto Flushing Avenue, right onto Knickerbocker Avenue, and left onto Starr Street.ParkingFree street parking may be available along Starr Street, Suydam Street, Knickerbocker Avenue, and the surrounding side streets. Always read posted parking and street-cleaning signs carefully.Nearby paid parking options may include:115 Stanwix Street GarageApproximately a 10-minute walk.60 Cedar Street GarageApproximately a 15-minute walk.The Art Meetup creates welcoming spaces across NYC where Black creatives, artists, culture lovers, families, neighbors, and community-minded people can connect, share their work, discover opportunities, and feel less alone.RSVP early, invite someone who needs community, and meet us in the park. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/7701fbd0-7cf0-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w740-h740-dc000000-gmir.jpg AgendaThe Art MeetupInfo: Join us for an afternoon of art, creativity, and community in Maria Hernandez Park. Enjoy local artwork, a community crafts, free workshops, vendors, and opportunities to connect with neighbors. All ages and experience levels are welcome.?: 02:00 PMVendor/ Volunteer Arrivals & Set Up?: 03:00 PM - 07:00 PMArt Gallery with Free Workshops and CraftsInfo: Browse artwork by local artists, participate in free workshops and creative activities, make crafts, and connect with community members in a welcoming outdoor setting. No experience necessary and all ages are welcome. Vendors are welcome to participate at no cost. Simply bring your own table and setup. ?: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM Micro-Meditations by Sólful SoundsHost: @solful_soundsInfo: Trade the noise for peace with a bite-sized, restorative sound session brought to you by Sólful Sounds.?: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PMSchool to Pr*son Pipeline with Rooted in the WorkHost: @RootedintheWorkInfo: This workshop invites participants to reflect on the lessons they’ve learned about survival, belonging, and opportunity while living in New York City. Through storytelling and conversation, we’ll explore how communities are shaped by the environments we live in and what it takes to build a city where more people can thrive.?: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PMThe Impact of Plants and Healing Our Planet with Sugaa.eHost: @Sugaa.eInfo: The Grass is Green Where We Water It This workshop discusses the outcome of eating sustainably as individuals or couples in the U.S through food we can grow in our homes. Come and learn about the herbs/veggies YOU can grow in YOUR home; also learn about the benefits of plants in our environments and the things they do to the air we breathe daily. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brooklyn/the-art-in-the-park-meetup-vending-networking-and-creative-workshops/100001986005646350 - **Event Categories**: art, meetups, workshops, nonprofit, entertainment, music, it, parties, live-music, health-wellness, trips-adventures, meditation, brunch, business, food-drinks, dance, food-truck-festivals - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-07-11T18:00:00Z - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Maria Hernandez Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 10, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Brooklyn - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Maria Hernandez Park - **lat**: 40.7043156 - **long**: -73.92128579999999 - **full address**: Maria Hernandez Park, Btwn Starr & Suddyam St, Brooklyn, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Art in the Park Meetup: Vending, Networking & Creative Workshops - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/787d0e0473ca16447f7fcb0692af9824df562071ee2d11aa3c88aad4df70ff91-rimg-w1200-h900-dc477bbc-gmir.jpg?v=1774586122 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Art in the Park Meetup: Vending, Networking & Creative Workshops being held? - **A:** The Art in the Park Meetup: Vending, Networking & Creative Workshops takes place on Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Maria Hernandez Park, Btwn Starr & Suddyam St, Brooklyn, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Art in the Park Meetup: Vending, Networking & Creative Workshops? - **A:** The Art in the Park Meetup: Vending, Networking & Creative Workshops is organized by Lailani Gibson. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Art in the Park Meetup: Vending, Networking & Creative Workshops is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brooklyn, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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