Day of the Dead Program | Saturday, November 2, 2024The program starts at 3:00 PM | Activities begin at 1:30 PMDavis Symphony Hall | 201 Van Ness Avenue | San Francisco Each year around November 2nd, the San Francisco Symphony honors Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, in a colorful celebration … More Celebrating Mexican Art & Culture at the San Francisco Symphony
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
By Lupita Franco Peimbert Renowned photographer Wolfgang Tillmans has been in San Francisco for the last couple of weeks, organizing his photos. He and a curator finished the layout throughout the 10-room galleries on the 7th floor at the San Francisco Museum of Art. He likes to be involved in his exhibits. “I have been … More To Look Without Fear
Por Lupita Franco Peimbert. La Gala de la Sinfónica de San Francisco, que marcó el inicio de la temporada 2023-2024, estuvo de lo más bonita. Entre vestidos de noche, una fiestecita para los medios, y un programa no convencional, la institución musical demostró una vez más porqué es considerada una de las más innovadoras del … More Innovadora, la Sinfónica de San Francisco
Uno de los centros turísticos más visitados de San Francisco, el ¨PIER 39¨ está de fiesta. El conjunto de tiendas y restaurantes, que incluye un acuario (Aquarium of the Bay) y otros sitios de interés, cumple 45 años brindando a los visitantes momentos de alegría. Además ofrece una hermosa vista a la Bahía de San … More Celebran los 45 años de PIER 39
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
One of the most amazing events that combines music with nature, took place September 8 through September 12, 2023, in San Francisco. The original idea came from musician Mauro Fortissimo and his partner Dean Mermell. First it was a piano placed outdoors in Half Moon Bay, one evening in February 2013. Fortissimio played music, people loved, and it was called “Sunset Piano”. After a book and a documentary, the two partnered with the San Francisco Botanical Gardens in Golden Gate Park for what is now known as “Flower Piano.” The first Flower Piano event was in 2016 and it has been loved by the community, growing in attendance every year. It is estimated that in 2023, on its 8th edition, thousands participated, from local and Bay Area Residents to tourists in addition to musicians and artists. … More Thousands Enjoyed Flower Piano 2023
By Lupita Franco Peimbert One of the iconic San Francisco stores and a hippies and burners’ treasure trunk is about to close for good. Located in the famous Haight-Ashbury, “Distractions,” known for extravagant costumes reminiscent of the Victorian era, Steampunk, the 1960s and 1970s, and other counter cultures, will be non-existent after October 31, 2023. … More Distractions, One of the Few Iconic Stores Left in Haight-Ashbury is Set to Close this October
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
“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
Uno de los conciertos de verano de la Sinfónica de San Francisco fue dedicado a la Época de Oro del cine norteamericano, y estuvo de lo más interesante. El concierto se realizó el 22 de Julio en Davies Symphony Hall. Bajo la excelente conducción de Edwin Outwater y con Sterling Elliot estelarizando con el violoncello, … More La música del cine de oro en la Sinfónica de San Francisco, y algo mas.
El 6 de Julio, bajo la conducción de Joshua Weilerstein, los talentosos músicos ofrecieron la Sinfonía número 9 de Dvorák, hecha presumiblemente para evocar sus raíces bohemias y experiencias en América. … More Conciertos de Verano en la Sinfónica de San Francisco
The Mostly British Film Festival is around the corner and promises to bring delightful stories to San Francisco, Feb 9-16, 2023. … More Mostly British Film Festival in SF this February
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