El Batey Spring Showcase 2024 — A Night to Remember
More than 150 community members gathered at El Batey on a warm May evening for our Spring Showcase — an electric night of Bomba, Plena, student performances, and community pride that reminded everyone why this work matters.
From the smallest Chiqui Bomba dancer to our adult Bomba Baile performers, every student showed up with confidence, precision, and joy. The energy in the room was palpable — families cheering, drums resounding, culture alive.
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El Batey Receives Community Arts Grant
We are thrilled to announce a new grant award that will expand our Bomba & Plena programs and bring new instruments and resources to our students.
Read More →How Bembé Buleo Changed Marcus's Life
Marcus came to El Batey at 13, unsure where he fit in. Two years later, he's a junior mentor in Bembé Buleo, helping younger Chiqui Bomba students find their rhythm.
Read More →Understanding Our Taíno Roots Through Bomba
Our instructors share how Bomba connects to the Taíno and African traditions that shaped Puerto Rico — and why this history is vital for young people today.
Read More →Deepening Our Partnership with Say Yes Buffalo
El Batey and Say Yes Buffalo announce expanded collaborative programming connecting El Batey youth to college prep resources and mentorship opportunities.
Read More →When Parents and Kids Learn Together
Our Baby Bomba classes have become a highlight for families at El Batey — a rare space where parents and children both grow, learn, and connect through rhythm together.
Read More →2024 Annual Gala Raises Record Funds
Our 2024 fundraising gala brought together donors, partners, and community members for a spectacular evening that set a new record for annual giving at El Batey.
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