Arts 10566 plans free 'Rhythm of Resiliency' youth program in Peekskill starting Sept. 16

Presenters from Arts 10566 briefed the council on a proposed, no‑cost youth arts program called Rhythm of Resiliency that would run from mid‑September through June 2027. Wilfredo Morel said the program uses spoken word, drumming and movement to create a safe space for youth to develop creative skills and build confidence, and stressed that it is "completely a free service" funded by Arts 10566.

Teaching artist Thomas Ray described the curriculum (spoken word/creative writing, percussion, movement and wellness), said the program would run two evenings per week (5–7 p.m.) with cohorts split Sept–Dec and Feb–June, and projected an initial outreach target of about 50 participants with smaller class sizes (8–10 per class). Morel asked for permission to use the Field Library space and said the group would present a sample at National Night Out to begin registration. Council members asked about cohorts, recruitment and equipment; presenters said Arts 10566 will provide instruments and guest‑speaker mentorships as part of the program.