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. âą Where: Meridian Gallery, 535 Powell St. Admission: $35 […]
CorazĂłn del Barrio 35th Anniversary Benefit Gala
The Awards of Excellence Ceremony will honor outstanding individuals that have significantly contributed to the Bay Area Latino arts and cultural community. Featuring Orquesta Adelante. Awardees include: Alejandro Murguia (Poetry & Literature); Zenon Barron (Dance); Metzi Henriquez and Jose RiveraâFogo Na Roupa (Performing Arts) Mission District Young Musicians ProgramâCommunity Music Center; Ester Hernandez (Visual Arts); […]
Finos Detalles
An exhibition in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, curated by Juan Luna-Avin. Featuring: Facundo Argañares; SofĂa CĂłrdova; Pablo Guardiola; Julio CĂ©sar Morales; Hector Dio Mendoza; Angelica Muro; Mitsy Avila Ovalles; Veronica Rojas; Shalo P. âą Ruth Asawaâs Table, 580 Capp St. âą Lola Fraknoi For more info: www.ruthstable.org (415) 821-4515
Molethon
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 availableâalso available for pick-up. Participating Artists: Mampu Lona, Juan […]
Rally-Concert to Save Victor Jaraâs 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 […]
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 donât hear about are the obstacles they are faced with, such as accusations of fraud. âBallplayer: Poleteroâ is a documentary that explores this untold story by giving two firsthand […]
Local production company puts âmĂșsicaâ 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.
Local bookstore exhibits books banned in Arizona
The local bookstore collective Modern Times, on 24th Street, is showcasing books currently banned under Arizonaâs HB 2281 law.
Cine+MĂĄs presents two weeks of Latino film
Once again, the month of September offers us two wonderful weeks filled with Latino Film courtesy of Cine + MĂĄs.

