Many of the stories that were shared during the 14th âArtists Against Rapeâ at Mission Dolores High School on Oct. 26 were marked by trauma and pain, but they clearly did not define the lives of the 11 young artists who channeled their experiences into art, poetry and song.
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The untold story of Latinos in America
Based on the homonymous book by award-winning East Coast journalist Juan GonzĂĄlez, âHarvest of Empire: The Untold Story of Latinos in Americaââ is a docmentary that challenges the prevalent judgmental attitude towards Latinos as to why they left their countries of origin to come to the U.S.
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Honduras gears up for elections three years after the coup
Nearly three-and-a-half years after the coup that removed democratically elected president Manuel âMelâ Zelaya from power, Honduras is gearing up for a presidential race that, for the first time in its history, will present an opposition party to challenge the countryâs institutionalized political hierarchy.
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Almuerzo Bailable para Celebrar el 45 Aniversario del Grupo Musical NicaragĂŒense âLos Ramblersâ
El Patio Español, 2850 Alemany Blvd., S.F. (415) 826-6700 / (415) 902-3307 $55
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Flamenco de Raiz
Direct from Spain: Passion and Soul, featuring world-renowned cante master, Rafael de Utrera with Eric and EncarnaciĂłn from Children of the Revolution, flamenco percussionist Sergio Martinez and other special guests. Presenting original flamenco and dance compositions, and the deep style known as cante jondo. Feel the raw emotion of this nonstop presentation of unique Spanish […]
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Community unites to end violence
The recent spike in violence among Mission youth over the past two months has compelled community members to unite in hopes of promoting a safe, peaceful neighborhood environment.
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DĂa de los Muertos 2012
Another DĂa de los Muertos has gone by in the Mission. People came out on Friday Nov. 2 to remember friends and loved ones who have passed on to the other world. Photographer Shane Menez captured the event for El Tecolote.
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Giant’s victory parade 2012
On Wednesday October 31, the Giants celebrated their World Series victory with a parade. Photographer Shane Menez covered the event for El Tecolote (click “multimedia” link for slideshow)
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“Macario” y Roberto GavaldĂłn: dos legados del cine mexicano
En el DĂa de los Muertos, lo que reina en el hogar de Macario no son calacas de azĂșcar ni pan dulce para sus hijos, o un guajalote para compartir toda la familia. Lo que reina es el hambre en un hogar donde ni los frijoles y la tortilla ajustan para dar de comer a […]