By Lupita Franco Peimbert Uncertainty, the pandemic, the Holidays…I am not crazy when I assert that millions of people have worries about the current state of the world, in every town and city. I am talking about regular people who can handle many things in life. I am one of those and if you are … More Why it is extremely important to go to SFMOMA or any art museum these days.
I saw this man walking in the Mission District, San Francisco on a rainy day in November 2020. Only in San Francisco people can wear what they want, how they want it and feel walk confidently in the midst of the beautiful, the poor, the rich, and those affected by Covid-19. A man in black … More Only in San Francisco.
A popular cultural icon and one who lived ahead of her time, Frida Kahlo is known and admired worldwide. The painter, feminist and wife of muralist Diego Rivera left a legacy. She was born and raised in Mexico. The first place outside of her country was San Francisco. now the De Young Museum brings us … More Frida Kahlo’s Most Cherished Possessions at the De Young Museum in San Francisco.
Si hay un museo fuera de México que con constancia y acierto le presenta al mundo la cultura mexicana es el de Young Museum de San Francisco. Esta vez el de Young nos trae la vida y obra de Frida Kahlo, la famosa y legendaria pintora convertida en ícono cultural un poco del feminismo, un … More Tienes que ir a la exhibición de Frida Kahlo: Las Apariencias Engañan.
Like many people in the San Francisco Bay Area, I ran in the world’s funnest race. Not once, but several times. I loved it! It was fun to see myself dressed upon a costume and it was fun to see many other people in character: Mario Bros, the Frenchies, the tomatoes, the naked, Santa Claus, … More In 2020, Bay to Breakers will virtually and literally be WEIRD. Be ready!
The Fort Mason Community Garden in San Francisco was designed for neighbors and San Franciscans to create their own garden. It is filled with parcels full of herbs, flowers and interesting plants. But if you want to be part of it, be prepared to wait for months or years to be granted a space. First, … More One Thing to Do: Visit the Fort Masson Community Garden in San Francisco
San Francisco has a soccer team finally, the SF Deltas, and they are aiming to unite while playing. That simple, and very clear: they look to promote multiculturalism, to use a sport as a way and reminder that we are all one and basically the same. All this while mastering one of the oldest sports … More This Soccer Team Will Inspire You.
A beautiful picture by John Sosenko. October 2013.
By Lupita Peimbert. #HHM2016 (Culture) – Part II. Allow me to present Latino/Hispanic key players of the past and present. The intention is to acknowledge their contributions, to inform those of Latino/Hispanic descent of the leadership we derive from, and to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. This article is also intended for anybody who appreciates the … More How Hispanic/Latino is San Francisco? Part II.
By Lupita Peimbert. (Culture) – As it turns out, San Francisco is hell of a lot more Hispanic and Latino than many would think, and although some would like to have Hispanics, Latinos and the Spanish language as “nada” (nothing), the city by the bay has deep ties to Hispanics and the Latino culture, all … More How Hispanic is San Francisco? Part I.
Want to volunteer for a day? The 14th annual Cole Valley Fair is on Sunday September 25th from 10am-5pm on Cole Street between Carl and Grattan Streets in San Francisco. Each year it features local artists with fine handmade crafts, delicious food, live music, a full block of vintage automobiles owned by neighborhood residents, children’s events … More Volunteer for a Day at the Cutest Neighborhood in San Francisco.
By Lupita Peimbert. (San Francisco) Here we go. Bay to Breakers is one of the most fun foot-races in the universe. Kudos to Zappos.com Enjoy and share this video! Bay to Breakers, you are fun!
By Lupita Peimbert. (San Francisco) – You’ve registered to take part in the happiest run in the world, and the most fun of all races in the universe Zappos Bay to Breakers, or B2B. I am Woo Hoo! too, by the way. I’ve run, volunteered, and written about it a few times, and I love … More First time to Bay to Breakers? 5 things to know.
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.
The City of Parking Horror. Posted by Lupita Peimbert (This was originally posted on September 25, 2014) – San Francisco is one amazing city… and one of horror, for those of us who have to use street parking. People who lack access to a garage suffer the consequences of a city government’s lack of empathy and … More Towing and Parking Issues in SF
