Molethon to celebrate Mexican and Latin American Independence Day and fundraiser for SF Living Wage Coalition presents music, poetry and other forms of cultural resistance. Chicken in Mole Oaxacan style by Chef Mario Esteva with rice and beans by Chef Nora Calderon. Drink-included, non-meat plates are available—also available for pick-up. Participating Artists: Mampu Lona, Juan […]
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Rally-Concert to Save Victor Jara’s Legacy in Bernal Heights
The San Francisco Public Library is planning to remove a community mural which graces the sides of its Bernal Heights Branch. The mural, which was the work of the late artist Arch Williams, contains a picture of the Chilean civil rights activist and folksinger Victor Jara, among other depictions. Many members of the community oppose […]
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Young Dominicans dream of big league baseball
Young men in the Dominican Republic strive to become great baseball players, in hopes of getting signed to the major leagues and escaping poverty. What we don’t hear about are the obstacles they are faced with, such as accusations of fraud. “Ballplayer: Poletero” is a documentary that explores this untold story by giving two firsthand […]
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Local production company puts ‘música’ in the music business
Every Friday morning at Sunrise Restaurant on 24th Street, Carlos Disdier, Yeiber Cano, Mareni Orduña and Alejandra Maciel, can be found having breakfast and discussing their unique take on the business of music production.
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Local bookstore exhibits books banned in Arizona
The local bookstore collective Modern Times, on 24th Street, is showcasing books currently banned under Arizona’s HB 2281 law.
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Cine+Más presents two weeks of Latino film
Once again, the month of September offers us two wonderful weeks filled with Latino Film courtesy of Cine + Más.
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Flor y Canto: bilingual poetry festival for children and adults
Talleres de Poesía—a group of bilingual poets, writers and cultural workers from San Francisco, Los Angeles and El Salvador—will host the Mission’s first bilingual, children’s poetry festival, “Flor y Canto para nuestros niños y niñas,” on Sept. 15.
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Caravan travels through U.S. denouncing violence in Mexico
Peace is a concept that holds more weight for some than others. The 80 families traveling with the Caravan for Peace through 26 U.S. cities are carrying with them the memories of their loved ones, ripped from their lives as consequence of the drug-related violence in Mexico.
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“Celebrating Birth and Renewal” Precita Eyes Muralists 35th Anniversary Gala Benefit and Art Auction
Honoring master muralist Susan Kelk Cervantes and Guest of Honor Estria Miyashiro. Live music by Bruno Pelletier-Bacquaert Jazz Trio, DJ Special K, Butoh dancers, magic, mural performances and much more. Proceeds will benefit Precita Eyes Muralists and low-cost community education programs and culture for all ages. Venue: Meridian Gallery, 535 Powell St. Admission: $35 adv., […]