By Lupita Peimbert. Fruitvale is a predominantly Mexican and immigrant neighborhood on the East side of Oakland, California. Many of the families there hold tight to the customs and traditions of the country they originally came from. Food, for instance, has been kept authentic. One can easily find tacos, birria, menudo, huaraches, tortas ahogadas, and … More Telling Immigrant Stories Accurately.
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Yanga. It is called Yanga. In the middle of intense vegetation in Southeastern Veracruz, a state along the Mexican Gulf, the town of Yanga is evidence to the presence and settlement of Africans in Mexico. On our way to the Port of Veracruz, we stopped at Yanga. We saw the agricultural fields…
It is not that muralists love to share their creative secrets. As a matter of fact I forgot to ask a local artist about 3 simple steps to create a mural. Yet, in the way he speaks, this artist actually tells us the secret for creating a great mural. It is a matter of paying attention … More Impromptu Interview: Make a Mural.
By Lupita Peimbert. It was exciting getting together with a fine group of Latino professionals and others who love everything Latino and Latin American; meaning: fun music, beautiful women, dance, handsome men, interesting conversations, and most of all, camaraderie. LAM-Network, an online and offline organization that used to be called Latinos a Morir (LAM) –and … More Leadership, Community, and lots of fun at LAM-Network’s 8th Anniversary.
Por Lupita Peimbert. (Cultura) – La Comunidad Kichwa y Ecuatoriana del Área de la Bahía de San Francisco invita a quien aprecia a nuestra madre tierra y valora el sol, a celebrar precisamente la Fiesta del Sol, o “Inti Raymi,” celebrada en regiones de Ecuador y Perú; y ahora también en San Francisco. Habrá … More Valorando Nuestras Costumbres Indígenas.
The most significant murals in the Mission, serving as stage for local dance & movement performances. It is “Baile en la Calle,” and a re-dedication ceremony of the Ralph Madradiaga Children’s Park and Mural. Culture transcending class, ethnicities, and differences. A La San Francisco! Organized by Calle 24 Latino Cultural District Arts Consortium. … More Dancing in the Streets.
By Lupita Peimbert. (San Francisco) – Huge, colorful, extravagant, and full of meaning; nineteen large-scale sculptures by Taiwanese artist Hung Yi adorn the Joseph L. Alioto Performing Arts Piazza, commonly referred to as the park in front of City Hall. The fancy carnival of animals open exhibit is in place already and will stay until May … More Art Extravaganza from Taiwan
But you must do it by tomorrow. Nice. No pressure. ;-)! By Lupita Peimbert. Editor, Lupitanews.com. Carnaval San Francisco is asking anybody who wishes to help, to contribute to a Parade Fund that will help children to buy their carnaval costumes and fully participate in this important –and very fun! community event in San Francisco’s Mission District. Contributions … More Calling the Altruist in You to Support Children from Carnaval San Francisco.
Flamenco que ¡Quita los sentioooss!.
De Andalucía a San Francisco: ¡10 años de Flamenco! Por Lupita Peimbert/Editora de Lupitanews.com Baile, toque, baile, cante-jondo, jaleo, y palmas con la pasión gitana que sólo los artistas de Flamenco saben crear. Y una vez más lo harán durante el 10th Festival de Flamenco en el Area de la Bahia, del 22 al 29 de Marzo … More Flamenco que ¡Quita los sentioooss!
By Lupita Peimbert. Photo by Nerusunero. It all depends who says it, those who study them or women themselves. In recognition of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, here is data to ponder about, by the United Nations, Gallup, and the US Census. Rights and Opportunities There is not one country, city or … More Women’s Day: Are We Thriving or Struggling?
How are you doing, 2015 resolution-wise? On the right track or not so much? In case you feel resolution-bored, or feel the need for new ideas to try, here I am sharing: 5 fun things to make it your own, any time and any place! 1. Expand your territory The living room does not … More People in San Francisco do this type of thing.
Make it Happen.
This Latino tradition makes people walk barefoot.
It is one of the most revered devotions for Mexicans and other Hispanics, and it can make people walk barefoot. … More This Latino Tradition Makes People Walk Barefoot #guadalupana
The owners of this dry cleaner in San Francisco show empathy for the unemployed. One of a kind. It does not matter why. This sign on their business window warms the heart. (LP).
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