As the Mission gears up for a packed schedule of events leading to November\u2019s D\u00eda de los Muertos, vibrant decorations and flyers are popping up across the district, inviting residents to connect with their heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With Latin American independence celebrations and the start of Hispanic Heritage Month in September, it can be hard to keep up with all the festivities. To help, El Tecolote<\/em> has compiled a list of can\u2019t-miss parties, poetry readings, film screenings and workshops that celebrate the many facets of Latinx arts and culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Noche Mexicana<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Danzantes, ballet folkl\u00f3rico and mariachi will abound at this annual celebration of Mexican culture hosted by the Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts (MCCLA). There will be food, drinks, vendors, a rebozo contest and an art exhibit, along with a special appearance from Ana Luisa Vallejo, the Mexican General Consul in San Francisco. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts, 2868 Mission St. San Francisco, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n El Grito<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n San Francisco\u2019s annual El Grito de Independencia<\/em> celebration is set to bring families and friends together at the Civic Center Plaza to celebrate one of Mexico\u2019s most important holidays. Hosted by the Mexican Consulate in collaboration with city organizations, the event promises an afternoon packed with lucha libre and folkloric dances, mariachi and a Mexican food night market. A flag-raising is scheduled for 8 p.m., with Mayor London Breed as the event\u2019s guest of honor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Civic Center Plaza, 355 McAllister Street, San Francisco, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n What time: 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Festival de independencia Salvadore\u00f1a<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Gathering from all corners of the Bay Area dressed in blue and white, the Salvadoran community will come together to celebrate their independence and honor their culture and traditions in a daylong festival in Marin County. Now in its 11th year, the family-friendly event will feature performances from many musical artists, traditional food like pupusas and chicken on the grill, Salvadoran beer, and cultural arts and crafts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Marin Civic Center, Lagoon Park San Rafael, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets<\/a>: $44 GA for pre bought tickets, $50 day of the show<\/p>\n\n\n\n * Free Parking and admission for children under 10<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a1BAILA! Community. Dance. Party<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A night full of salsa, bachata and tropical rhythms awaits those who attend La Pe\u00f1a\u2019s community dance party next week in Berkeley. The event will feature live music, two dedicated dance floors, dance classes at 8:00 p.m., and plenty of food and drinks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: La Pe\u00f1a Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA <\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 7:30 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets<\/a>: $15 – 25 at pre-sale, $30 at the door<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fiesta de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Calle 24\u2019s annual celebration of Latinx cultures is back on the 21st, promising a Saturday full of music, culture and art \u2014free for all to attend. The family-friendly event, which takes place along 24th Street, from Bryant to Folsom Street, will feature multiple stages for performers and folkloric dances, vendors, live music, lowriders, danzantes and a youth zone. This year\u2019s event will also celebrate Calle 24\u2019s 10th anniversary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Calle 24 Latino Cultural District, 3250 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a1Fonda en La Pe\u00f1a!<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Celebrate Chilean independence at La Pe\u00f1a\u2019s Fonda out in Berkeley, a gathering for friends and families. The event will feature Chilean food, drinks and music ranging from cumbias and cuecas to reggaeton and other classics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: La Pe\u00f1a Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA <\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 7:30 pm – midnight<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets<\/a>: $10 (online), $15 at the door – sold from 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., $20 after 9:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Festival Viva Nicaragua<\/em><\/a> <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Grammy-nominated band La Cuneta Son Mach\u00edn, <\/em>along with other iconic musicians such as Banda Blanca <\/em>and Carlos Mej\u00eda Godoy,<\/em> will perform their classic hits at this daylong celebration of Nicaraguan culture in Newark\u2019s Swiss Park. The annual fiesta pinolera will also feature marimba, a Palo de Mayo dance contest and traditional Nicaraguan food and drinks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Swiss Park, 5911 Mowry Avenue, Newark, CA <\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 10:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets<\/a>: $30 (Presale)<\/p>\n\n\n\n * Free entry for children under 10 <\/p>\n\n\n\n Flor y Canto Inter-raza Poetry Festival<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Across the Bay, the Eastside arts alliance and editorial Xingao\/Raza for Gaza will host an afternoon poetry festival in Oakland. The free event celebrates community, justice, liberation and the natural world, with tamales, coffee and agua fresca available. Ten poets<\/a> will share their words with the audience, and there will be limited open mic spots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Eastside Cultural Center, 2277 Intl. Blvd, Oakland, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (doors open at 1:30)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Chile: Overcoming 51 years of Denial with journalist Cristian Opaso<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Medicine for Nightmares is organizing a conversation with journalist and writer Cristian Opaso about Chile\u2019s past and future. The evening will reflect on the effects of interventionism and the 1973 coup, as well as resistance and hope for the families of two Americans killed during that time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Medicine for Nightmares, 3036 24th Street, San Francisco, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking Axolotl; Jozer Guerrero and Xochiquetzal Candelaria<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n As part of the Speaking Axolotl monthly Latinx reading series, Medicine for Nightmares is featuring poets Jozer Guerrero<\/a> and Xochiquetzal Candelaria<\/a>. The event will feature Spanglish poetry and Latinx spoken word. An open mic with 10 slots will be available at 6:50 p.m., for those interested in sharing their verses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Medicine for Nightmares, 3036 24th Street, San Francisco, CA <\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grito de Lares and Tribute to Dylcia Pag\u00e1n<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n To honor El<\/em> Grito de Lares<\/em>, Puerto Rico\u2019s uprising against Spanish rule, La Pe\u00f1a will host an evening program featuring a film screening, poetry, a silent auction and musical performances. The event will also pay tribute to Dylcia Pag\u00e1n, a Boricua former political prisoner and activist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: La Pe\u00f1a Cultural Center. 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 4:00 – 7:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets<\/a>: $10 – $25 sliding scale<\/p>\n\n\n\n ARTEria del Coraz\u00f3n de Patricia Rodr\u00edguez<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Renowned muralist and educator Patricia Rodr\u00edguez is showcasing some of her artwork at MCCLA\u2019s main gallery, in an exhibition that is set to run until mid-October. A co-founder of Mujeres Muralistas, Rodriguez has previously worked as an educator at multiple Bay Area universities and as a curator for MCCLA in the 2000s. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts, 2868 Mission St. San Francisco, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: Tues. – Fri.: 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm; Sat. – Sun: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets: $5<\/p>\n\n\n\n Film SF x SFO National Hispanic Heritage Month screenings<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Got a flight to catch and some spare time? The San Francisco Airport Museum is showcasing the work of four Latinx filmmakers this month. From documentaries on Bay Area murals and San Joaquin Valley communities to stories about street musicians and visa processes, the short films highlight struggles and triumphs related to immigration, community and identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: International Terminal, Departures (pre-security), 780 S Airport Blvd, San Francisco, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: Sept. 5 – Oct. 2; by drop in from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n RAGKO, Untamed Territory: Mapuche Film Screening & Q&A<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n In Berkeley, La Pe\u00f1a is screening an independent documentary<\/a> about the Mapuche people, their wisdom and their fight to preserve their culture. The event will also feature a Q&A with Lonko Juanita Millal of the Chol Chol Group of La Granja, who has dedicated her life to uplift the Mapuche cause and is currently seeking political asylum in the Bay Area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: La Pe\u00f1a Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley, CA 94705<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets<\/a>: $10 – $25 sliding scale fee<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Memory of Our Skin: Opening reception <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n In a photography project connecting communities in Santiago, Chile with those in Half Moon Bay, artist and El Tecolote <\/em>photojournalist Pablo Unzueta explores responses to traumatic events and shared processes of grief and healing. His work is on display at Acci\u00f3n Latina’s Juan Fuentes Gallery until Nov. 8, and the official opening reception is slated for the last Friday of the month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Acci\u00f3n Latina, 2958 24th Street, San Francisco, CA <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Orgullo Latino Sip N Paint <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Creative expression, wine and good conversation await at Sip and Paint, <\/em>part of MCCLA\u2019s Latine Heritage Month series. Art materials, dinner and drinks will be provided at this event, which is hosted by visual artist Eugene Rodr\u00edguez.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts, 2868 Mission St. San Francisco, CA<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets: $35<\/p>\n\n\n\n Screen Printing with Calixto Robles<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Renowned painter, printmaker and sculptor Calixto Robles<\/a> is running a series of workshops for all ages in collaboration with San Francisco Public Library as part of their celebration of Latinx cultures and traditions. On Sunday, the Oaxacan-born artist will host a screen printing workshop and give insight into his own work, which is inspired by traditional myths, symbols and Indigenous traditions of Mesoamerica.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Portola Branch Library, 380 Bacon St, San Francisco, CA <\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 2:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Ongoing events throughout September<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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