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INNOVATIVE ART-BASED PROGRAM
Welcome to ZINEniac: Where Creativity and Learning Come to Life!
ZINEniac is an inclusive, hands-on arts and education program designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and foster connection for people of all abilities. Through our immersive, project-based approach, learners of all backgrounds are encouraged to express themselves, explore new interests, and grow in a welcoming, supportive space.
Located in the heart of Teaneck, NJ, ZINEniac proudly serves communities across Bergen, Hudson, Passaic, and Essex Counties. Our engaging classes—from Painting and Theatre to Music, Costume Design, and beyond—spark imagination and bring learning to life in fun, meaningful ways.
Founded by Cuban American artist and educator Stephanie Santiago, ZINEniac blends the power of the arts with the joy of learning in a vibrant, bilingual environment. Whether you are looking to explore a new passion or connect with a creative community, ZINEniac is here to help you grow, glow, and thrive.
Join us in celebrating the creative potential in everyone—because at ZINEniac, there is a place for you.
our mission
At ZINEniac, we believe the arts belong to everyone.
Our mission is to bring people together through joyful, engaging, and inclusive experiences that blend creativity with learning. We invite the entire community—individuals of all abilities, backgrounds, and ages—to explore the many dimensions of art as a gateway to discovery, connection, and self-expression.
Through our fully integrated art programs, we reimagine education with a vibrant mix of Science, Technology, English, Engineering, Art, and Math to show art as more than just painting and drawing. Every workshop, project, and performance is designed to spark curiosity, ignite passion, and build confidence.
ZINEniac is more than a program—it is a community. We are committed to nurturing lifelong learning and personal growth by fostering essential skills, encouraging social interaction, supporting adaptability, and promoting meaningful communication.
Art is life. Come and LIVE a little!
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What is learning incognito?
At ZINEniac, we believe art is everywhere—and for everyone.
Art is not just something we create, it is something we live. At ZINEniac, we embrace the idea that creativity exists in all forms—through movement, storytelling, technology, science, music, design, and beyond. Our mission is to explore and celebrate every dimension of art while building an inclusive community where everyone is invited to participate, connect, and grow.
Our approach, known as Learning Incognito, is rooted in the seamless blending of education and experience. Learning happens naturally at ZINEniac—through hands-on projects, self-expression, play, and collaboration. We create vibrant, immersive environments where students of all abilities and backgrounds engage with knowledge without the pressure or limitations of traditional classroom settings.
By inviting the community to take part in art-centered learning, we break down barriers and foster meaningful connections—between people, between ideas, and between the world around us and the creativity within. Whether painting a mural, designing a costume, composing music, or experimenting with STEAM concepts, our scholars are constantly learning, exploring, and expressing themselves in powerful and joyful ways.
At ZINEniac, education is more than a goal—it is an experience. And in that experience, we discover the art in everyday life and the brilliance in every individual.