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Wikicurious - Editing to the Beat ♫
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Date	Saturday, September 21, 2024
Time	1:00p to 7:00p
Duration	6 hours
Venue	Lehman College, New York, NY
Location	250 Bedford Park Blvd W, Bronx, NY 10468
Theme	Editing articles about Latin Music

The music building of Lehman College

Wikicurious: - Editing to the Beat ♫ is happening on Saturday, September 21, 2024 hosted by Equis and Wikimedia NYC. Calling all Wikipedia editors and aspiring-editors, come join us to share in the experience of editing articles about the Caribbean and Latin Music like Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cumbia, Vallenato, and related genres from a live band!

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We'll learn about the history of those musical styles, get trained on how to use Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons, and connect with like-minded people.

Whether you're a seasoned editor or new to the world of Wiki, this event is perfect for anyone looking to learn, collaborate, and have a great time. Bring your laptop, and get ready to groove while making a positive impact on the world of online knowledge sharing.

Food and drinks will be provided. We will also have live Spanish interpreters for those who need translation.

We'll also engage with projects such as WikiProject Latin Music and WikiProject United States/Hispanic and Latino Americans task force, and will encourage editing on both English and Spanish Wikipedia.

The Wikicurious series is supported by Craig Newmark Philanthropies. Wikimedia NYC is an official affiliate and supported by the Wikimedia Foundation. Also supporting this event are Equis, The Celia Cruz Foundation, and the International Museum of Salsa.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct.

Details

• Date: September 21, 2024
• Time: 1:00pm to 7:00pm
• Location: Lehman College, 250 Bedford Park Blvd W, Bronx, NY 10468. Room MU-330, Music Building.
• Coordinates: Coordinates: 40.8723867°, -73.8955229°
• Equipment: Please bring your own laptop. Photo ID is required for building entry.
• Eventbrite RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wikicurious-editing-to-the-beat-tickets-1009115641047

• RSVP and photo ID is necessary for building entry

• Refreshments: Food and drinks will be provided

Agenda

1 – 1:45 p.m	Welcome + Opening the Day Speakers: Pacita Rudder, Wikimedia NYC Eric Borja, Equis Institute Willy Rodríguez, International Salsa Museum + Celia Cruz Foundation
1:45 – 2:45 p.m	Live music. A 9-person band will play Salsa, Merengue, Bomba y Plena. The lead singer will also share the history for each genre of music, as well as what makes each genre distinct.
2:45 – 3 p.m	Break
3 – 3:45 p.m.	Afro Latino Forum Workshop “Introduction to Afro Latindad”
3:45 – 4 p.m	Break
4 – 4:45 p.m	Training on Wikipedia + WikiCommons
4:45 – 5 p.m	Break
5 – 6:30 p.m	Editing Breakout
6:30 – 7 p.m	Closing

Additional Resources

• Presenter slides: File:Wikicurious - Editing to the Beat deck.pdf
• Folder of Sources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YSKGX3cRvYr9L8z3LTfyOVqvi9AD16YV?usp=drive_link

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