Vendedores ambulantes Latinos del Distrito de la Misión de San Francisco demandan que les permitan reanudar sus puestos y ventas en la calle, que la Ciudad les compense financieramente por sus pérdidas y gastos a raíz de la prohibición que entró en vigor a finales de Noviembre. Latino street vendors from the Mission District of … More Que los dejen vender, y que los dejen en paz
By Lupita Franco Peimbert The Gustavo Dudamel concert at the San Francisco Symphony over Thanksgiving weekend was extraordinary. The first piece was “Kauyumari” which in Huichol means “Blue Deer,” by Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz, followed by the presentation of Jorge Glem and his rendition of “Odisea” by Gonzalo Grau, along with the symphony. The experience … More Extraordinary Dudamel’s Concertos in San Francisco
Khalil Gibran was a writer, artist, and philosopher born in Lebanon in 1883. He studied and lived in the United States where several of his books were published. “The Prophet” was one of them; it became a bestseller translated into 100 languages. “On Giving,” perhaps one of the most profound poems on the subject of generosity, … More On Giving #Thanksgiving
Esta, para mí, es la foto más bonita de las Fiestas Patrias en Estados Unidos. Es una foto de orgullo y amor por la Patria, desde la distancia. Cada vez que un Mexicano se arropa con su bandera, abraza su cultura, su niñez, y sus raíces. Es la foto de los y las Mexicanas quienes … More Amor por nuestras raíces
Mexicans in the San Francisco Bay Area celebrated the night of “El Grito” on Friday, Sep 15th, which precedes Independendence Day (September 16th). San Francisco’s Mayor London Breed welcomed community and business leaders for a ceremony at City Hall, followed by the enactment of El Grito’s “¡Viva México! at the balcony. The event was organized … More Night of “El Grito” in San Francisco
By Lupita Franco Peimbert It is Monday night, the beginning of the week. For most people, the week starts with list of things to do and goals to achieve; the wheel must keep going. But not at the Church of 8 Wheels in San Francisco, where for approximately one hour, dozens of people will immerse … More Sound Baths: An Ancient Practice With Modern Benefits
Promoverán un mayor entendimiento cultural e intercambio económico. En una pequeña reunión en el Palacio Municipal Garberat en San Miguel de Allende, una delegación de Palm Springs encabezada por la alcaldesa Grace Garner firmó un Acuerdo de Ciudades Hermanas con el alcalde de San Miguel, Mauricio Trejo. Propietarios de negocios, residentes, y expatriados asistieron a … More San Miguel de Allende y Palm Springs Firman Acuerdo de Ciudades Hermanas
“Our history is a vivid and captivating account of sacrifice, transformation, joy, and a journey towards personal liberation” Jupiter Peraza, TRANSGENDER ACTIVIST -Jupiter Peraza, Transgender Activist (August 2, 2023) – After raising the Transgender Flag at City Hall, Mayor London Breed and a small group of community leaders and youth gathered to formally recognize August … More August is Transgender History Month in San Francisco, and the First in the Nation
A pre-Columbian Mesoamerican archeological site, this pyramid is as mysterious as amazing. … More 3 Things About the Great Pyramid of Cholula
Cholula is full of culture and things to do for the traveler interested in learning about other cultures. Here is my little tribute to Cholula ¡Bienvenidos a Cholula! … More ¡Bienvenidos a Cholula!
Entwined is a simple concept: objects in the form of trees that seem to dance to the beat of color lights, designed by San Francisco artist Charles Gadeken. It is an enchanted forest, indeed. It was brought to Peacock Meadow in Golden Gate Park to illuminate the Holidays in 2020 and has returned yearly. Some … More Entwined Creates A Magical Experience
Mexicans and Latinos in the United States and worldwide have a special belief in the miraculous Virgen de Guadalupe. Every December 12, her sanctuary in Mexico city gets visited by millions to celebrate the day that, according to Catholic literature and belief, our Lady of Guadalupe descended from the heavens and appeared to Juan Diego, … More Reflecting On The Most Revered Woman
Platiqué brevemente con el director de cine Guillermo del Toro sobre Pinocchio, la cinta producida por Netflix que estará en salas selectas en Noviembre para luego tenerla en Netflix a partir del 9 de Diciembre. Del Toro vino a esta ciudad a recibir un premio de parte del Festival de Cine de San Francisco, SFFilm. … More Guillermo del Toro en San Francisco
The question that some might consider asking is, “Can others, doing what they’re now doing, no matter what their motivation, no matter what our relationship, and no matter what they decide, keep me from being all I want to be?” And the answer is always, “Not in a million years.” Whooohooo! -The Universe* *This wonderful content is in one of … More The Question That Some May Considering Asking
Today is the last day of the year 2020, tomorrow will be the begining of a new year and a new decade. May faith prevail. May hope elevate. May courage stand up. May kindness rise. May we show up to live, love and contribute to our life and the lives of others. May the thousands … More Today Is The Last Day of 2020
