David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
Navigating Apps with Changes in Memory: Join Our Study
December 2, 2025
Weill Cornell Medicine seeks older adults with mild memory loss for a study on improving navigation apps. Participation is valuable,...
The Last Shall Be First: A Musical Journey at RIVAA Gallery This Sunday
Friends, we have a special treat coming to our island’s beloved RIVAA Gallery, and it is one you will want on your calendar. This Sunday, November 16 at 3 PM, the gallery opens its doors for The Last Shall Be First,…
Music, Light, and Spirit: RIVAA Welcomes Ramzi Aburedwan’s Dal’Ouna Ensemble and “Divine Theories” Photography Exhibition
By Ericka O’Connell, The Beat – Roosevelt Island Daily Friends, Roosevelt Island’s creative heart is alive and well this November at RIVAA Gallery. From the soul-stirring sounds of the Dal’Ouna ensemble to the luminous storytelling of Divine Theories, we’re in for a week of…
A Creative Call to Roosevelt Island: RIVAA Gallery Seeks Digital Artists
By Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Friends, an exciting opportunity is coming to our neighborhood. RIVAA Gallery is issuing an open call for digital artists to bring their work to life in a November 2025 exhibition. This is your chance…
Tiny Hands, Big Art: Doll-Making and Closing Reception at RIVAA Gallery
By Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Neighbors, if you’ve walked by the RIVAA Gallery these past Sundays, you’ve probably felt the joyful buzz of paintbrushes and laughter spilling out the windows. The Summer Fun Children’s Art Workshops are wrapping up this weekend,…
Is RIVAA Double-Dipping the Public Purpose Funds?
The Public Purpose Fund plays a crucial role in supporting essential services on Roosevelt Island, yet concerns have arisen regarding the distribution of funds, particularly to the Roosevelt Island Visual Art Association (RIVAA). RIVAA received $40,000—more than any other nonprofit—while others, like the Wildlife Freedom Foundation and iDig2Learn, received significantly less or none at all. The lack of transparency in the funding process raises questions about fairness and accountability. Calls for reform include clarifying funding criteria, ensuring equitable distribution among nonprofits, and fostering transparency in applications and awards. The goal is to maintain artistic support while prioritizing community needs.
RIVAA Pride Open Call: Your Artwork Could Anchor Roosevelt Island’s June Gallery Show
RIVAA Gallery is inviting LGBTQ+ artists from NYC to submit work for the “Pride & Prejudice” exhibition, running from June 1-12. Submissions are due by May 15, with a $25 participation fee for accepted artists. The exhibit offers visibility, networking, and community engagement opportunities.
At the Octagon Gallery: A New Show by Sculptor Victoria Thorson
Victoria Thorson’s exhibition showcases her beautiful basswood and steel sculptures, inviting viewers to appreciate the organic forms and intricate craftsmanship from January 5 to March 28, 2025.
Affordable Art: Can’t Miss Gift for This Holiday Season
RIVAA’s Affordable Art Sale brightens your holiday with accessible art from local artists. Support the community while enjoying beautiful pieces that last well into 2025!
A Thanksgiving Weekend Filled with Jazz and More at RIVAA
All that Jazz, a RIVAA Gallery holiday exhibition and an Affordable Art Sale too! What better way to embrace the holiday spirit? There are three wonderful opportunities to hear some great jazz at RIVAA Gallery. And you don’t have to…
With the Window Project, RIVAA Celebrates “the creative spirit of the Island.”
The Window Project showcases RIVAA artists’ creativity, enhancing Roosevelt Island’s Main Street. This vibrant tribute celebrates local art and fulfills the community’s commitment to creativity.
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor