The SF Botanical Garden Has Found The Best Way For People To Play The Piano

By Lupita Peimbert. (Art & Culture) –  It feels like you are in one of those romantic, impressionist paintings. Luscious gardens surround you, a climate that makes you feel cozy, 12 pianos scattered in a 55-acre landscape as if they were treasures waiting to be found, and groups of people sitting around -listening, drinking, nibbling, … More The SF Botanical Garden Has Found The Best Way For People To Play The Piano

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Fandango Urbano 2016: Getting to know El Son Jarocho, and other cultural connections.

By Lupita Peimbert. (Culture) – It is all about sharing immigrant experiences, strengthening neighborhood connections, and bringing up traditional Veracruzana songs , music and zapateados in contemporary California, a region full of contradictions, highly techie and highly homeless, positively political, hungry for social justice, and so apt to artistic pursuits. And so they gather. They … More Fandango Urbano 2016: Getting to know El Son Jarocho, and other cultural connections.

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Photos for justice: On the Streets; under the Trees.

What is it like to not having a place to live, and the struggle for dignity? Award winning photojournalist David Bacon tells the story as it is: Homelessness in urban and rural California. You are invited to this important exhibit at the Asian Resource Gallery, 317 Ninth St at Harrison, Oakland, California, May to June, … More Photos for justice: On the Streets; under the Trees.

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An evening for La Francophonie, Jazz, and Camaraderie.

By Lupita Peimbert (Culture) – Another enchanting event took place at the Alliance Française de San Francisco Thursday night to celebrate countries where the French language is first or predominant, or where French culture abounds; in this occasion it was dedicated to Switzerland. La Francophonie, as it is known around the globe, is composed of … More An evening for La Francophonie, Jazz, and Camaraderie.

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Juan Gabriel: Eterno e Inolvidable como sus canciones. Éxito total en San José.

Por Lupita Peimbert @Lupitanews.com | F: Lupitanews en Español El concierto empezó justo a las 8 de la noche, pa’ que luego no anden diciendo que somos impuntuales. La gente había llegado desde horas antes, haciendo una larga fila alrededor del centro de espectáculos, en un ir y venir de mujeres presurosas en zapatillas y … More Juan Gabriel: Eterno e Inolvidable como sus canciones. Éxito total en San José.

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An Equestrian Experience for the Soul: Odysseo

The gigantic scenario hypnotizes you, making you feel as if you were in a dreamy place. Dozens of handsome horses pass you by, back and forth, running and jumping like stars. The amazing acrobats, dancers and other artists, and the extraordinary lighting effects make of Odysseo one of the best shows of the year. They … More An Equestrian Experience for the Soul: Odysseo

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Spectacular. The Blue Angels, and the USS Potomac.

Content and photos by Lupita Peimbert. People often forget that California continually acts as a cultural melting pot. Elements of US history are new to naturalized American citizens, because they did not grow up learning United States history. The influx of international talent to Silicon Valley and beyond over the last few years has created a … More Spectacular. The Blue Angels, and the USS Potomac.

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Artist Sheila E., Grand Marshal for Carnaval 2015.

Carnaval San Francisco’s directors have announced that Bay Area native Sheila E. is the Grand Marshal of the 37th Annual Grand Parade. Sheila E. is a world-class drummer and percussionist whose credits read like chapters in a music history book: Ringo Starr. Marvin Gaye, Prince, Beyoncé, Herbie Hancock, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie, Gloria Estefan and George … More Artist Sheila E., Grand Marshal for Carnaval 2015.

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Bohemia Comes From Opera, Boleros and Trova.

Mexican soprano knows how to mix it.  Content by Lupita Peimbert. It was her first time performing in San Francisco, at charming venue in the heart of the Mission District. Mexican soprano Rocío Jiménez combined opera, boleros, and Latin American Trova, and we liked it! Rocío Jiménez‘ sultry, delicate voice, the amazing guitar music by Hugo Waizinger, … More Bohemia Comes From Opera, Boleros and Trova.

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Mex I am: Muestra Cultural de México en San Francisco.

Vívelo para Creerlo. Por Lupita Peimbert. (San Francisco) – Danza, música, teatro, y pláticas sobre experiencias de identidad conforman el festival cultural “MEX I AM, Live it to Believe it”, del 31 de Julio al 5 de Agosto en el centro de la ciudad. Lo organiza el Consulado de México en San Francisco, Conaculta, y … More Mex I am: Muestra Cultural de México en San Francisco.

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A Night for Latino Youth and Education.

By Lupita Peimbert. It was all about the students. The event by the Sonoma County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce accomplished its goals: to give $1,000-dollar scholarships to 20 Latino students, to acknowledge their parents for their efforts, and to continue co-creating a community that embraces the Latino culture and supports the education of deserving youth. … More A Night for Latino Youth and Education.

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7 Years Connecting Latino and other Professionals.

LAM Network, an online/offline group connecting professionals for career and entertainment, celebrates 7 years of success. July 18. W Hotel. San Francisco. #LAM7 (San Francisco) – LAM Network, an online and offline organization that connects professionals for business, career development, and entertainment, is celebrating 7 years of success on July 18, with a grand gathering … More 7 Years Connecting Latino and other Professionals.

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“Amaluna” en San Francisco – [Bilingual Post]

Amaluna es el nuevo show del “Circo que sigue al sol” 😉 y empieza esta semana en San Francisco. If you have never seen Cirque du Soleil, you are up for a nice surprise. Cirque du Soleil is high quality entertainment, mixing the best acrobats, jugglers and other circus performers with music, songs, amazing costumes, … More “Amaluna” en San Francisco – [Bilingual Post]

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