We are back for a 3rd time with the high-energy and colorful Jam N Skate Arts Fest. Get ready to experience over 250 stage performers, roller skate competitions, skateboarding and longboarding demonstrations, exhibitors, vendors, and more. Mark your calendars to glide and groove with us at this free and public event, Saturday, May 31st, 2025 at the Newark Skatepark in Newark, NJ, (rain date June 1,2025). See you there!
GRAND ARTISTRY INSPIRES
CONNECTION, WELLBEING, AND RESILIENCE
THROUGH THE FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS.
ABOUT
Grand Artistry Inspires, envisions equitable access to, and participation in, arts-based events and programs throughout the State of New Jersey for all to achieve their best health. As a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization, Grand Artistry Inspires, Inc. harnesses the transformative power of the arts to unlock opportunity for all to improve connection, wellbeing, community, and resilience.
The mission of Grand Artistry Inspires, Inc. is to:
1. Confront inequities in arts-based programming to equitably direct resources across communities;
2. Activate and transform public spaces into vibrant community hubs for live arts performances and arts education;
3. Address community health needs by connecting individuals to health and social support services
Grand Artistry Inspires, Inc. is committed to increasing arts engagement and connection to health and social support services within underinvested communities through curated event experiences in festive, creative, and inspiring environments.
EVENTS
COMING TO PLAINFIELD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER featuring Street Styles Dance Battles, Latin Dance Social, Youth-Artist Showcase and More!
NEWS
For the second year in a row, a lineup of remarkably skilled skaters and artists will showcase their unique talent at the Jam N Skate Arts Fest to promote physical activity and creativity. The visionary leader of this one-of-a-kind festival, Esira Castillo, who also has the distinction of being an incredible performing artist believes “all individuals deserve to achieve their best health.”
The Jam N' Skate Arts Fest took center stage on Saturday, offering an unforgettable day packed with artistic performances, live music, delectable cuisine, exhilarating skateboarding displays and lessons, and much more. Attendees were treated to an array of event highlights, including captivating live performances that showcased the wealth of local talent. Grooving to the beats of diverse musical acts kept the energy high throughout the day.
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SPONSORS
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Your contribution matters. All activities and programs servicing communities are made possible by the generosity of donors. Your donation will help us provide free arts-based education, entertainment, and programming to underinvested and overburndened communities disproportionately composed of African-American and Hispanic or Lanito/a/x populations. Our placemaking efforts are focused in urban communities, providing opportunities for minority artists and youth to perform in their community and for people of color to enjoy high-caliber arts and culture programs.
We thank you for your time and contribution.
We thank you for your time and contribution.
FORMS
TEAM
Esira Castillo (Esi) has senior experience managing large-scale events and executing experiential marketing and brand activations. Her events are recognized for their ability to enrapture guests in creative artistry and interactive participation that transport guests to a magical world of connection and brand/mission discovery.
Stella is social media and public relations college student with a passion for writing, content creation, and photography. She plays a key role in supporting organizational activities and events marketing.
Michael is a multi-talented digital artist, sculptor, and jack-of-all trades manual craftsman . At Grand Artistry Inspires he supports the Jam N Skate Arts Fest events with digital post-production, video creations, social media marketing, and event outreach.
Behind every costume and colorful theatrical wardrobe worn by the Grand Artistry Inspires event team lies a stitch, stone, or hem placed by Clara. We are very grateful to have her support in wardrobe construction and maintenance.
Korin is a painter artist who has worked with Grand Artistry Inspires since the organization's inception. Her colorful paintings on event scenery and decor create a vibrant and energetic ambiance, a core element of our events aesthetic.
Hunter is a Delbarton high school student who has interned for the Economic Development department for the City of Plainfield, and Brittany Claybrook's political campaign. At Grand Artistry Inspires, Hunter supports community outreach activities, research, and social media marketing activities.
Founder & Director
Esira Castillo
Digital Marketing Assistant
Della Staly
Multimedia Support & Outreach Coordinator
Michael Orozco
Wardrobe and Costumes Assistant
Clara Villalona
Artist
Korin Jeter
Intern
Hunter Terborg
VOLUNTEER
We need your talent!
Programs and public event activities are made possible by the generous contributions of volunteers like you.
Join our volunteer
list below.
Programs and public event activities are made possible by the generous contributions of volunteers like you.
Join our volunteer
list below.
CONTACT
- 1200 Morris Turnpike suite 3005, Short Hills, NJ, 07078 USA
- Union County Chapter Office