Preserving Filipino Martial Arts
This AAPI Heritage Month, discover the Filipino martial art teaching confidence, culture, and real-world self-defense. Joseph Bautista, founder of Legacy Filipino Martial Arts based in Daly City, gives insight.
This AAPI Heritage Month, discover the Filipino martial art teaching confidence, culture, and real-world self-defense. Joseph Bautista, founder of Legacy Filipino Martial Arts based in Daly City, gives insight.
Pacific Islander Cultural District now in San Francisco
Gaynor Siataga, founder of the SALT: Pacific Islander Association Resource Hut and a leading force behind San Francisco's 11th cultural district, the Pacific Islander Cultural District, talks about importance of representation.
Gaynor Siataga, founder of the SALT: Pacific Islander Association Resource Hut and a leading force behind San Francisco's 11th cultural district, the Pacific Islander Cultural District, talks about importance of representation.
California 'Fans First' bill aims to cap skyrocketing concert ticket prices
Bay Area concert-goers report being priced out of major events as ticket costs reach "out of control" levels due to resellers. Assembly Member Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) is sponsoring AB 1720, which would cap ticket resale prices at 10% above face value.
Bay Area concert-goers report being priced out of major events as ticket costs reach "out of control" levels due to resellers. Assembly Member Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) is sponsoring AB 1720, which would cap ticket resale prices at 10% above face value.
San Rafael 2nd Friday Art Walk kicks off weekend of festivities
The city of San Rafael kicked off a weekend of art and automobiles Friday as the Art Works Downtown Second Friday Art Walk took center stage. Under clear skies, the event highlighted the growing role of the arts in the city’s continued recovery from the pandemic.
The city of San Rafael kicked off a weekend of art and automobiles Friday as the Art Works Downtown Second Friday Art Walk took center stage. Under clear skies, the event highlighted the growing role of the arts in the city’s continued recovery from the pandemic.
Oakland School for the Arts presents: Next gen fashion creators
This year's runway show from the Fashion Design Pathway at OSA features designs that play with structure, silhouette, and material, revealing the unexpected beauty that emerges when conventions are questioned and rebuilt. Support the youth, Friday, May 8 and Saturday from 7-9PM.
This year's runway show from the Fashion Design Pathway at OSA features designs that play with structure, silhouette, and material, revealing the unexpected beauty that emerges when conventions are questioned and rebuilt. Support the youth, Friday, May 8 and Saturday from 7-9PM.
Cal Performances presents, This Land: Reflections on America
Cal Performances at UC Berkeley presents pianist Lara Downes in This Land: Reflections on America at Zellerbach Hall on Saturday, May 9 at 8PM. Joined by folk singer Judy Collins, poet Tarriona, string ensemble Invoke Quartet, and the multicultural Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir.
Cal Performances at UC Berkeley presents pianist Lara Downes in This Land: Reflections on America at Zellerbach Hall on Saturday, May 9 at 8PM. Joined by folk singer Judy Collins, poet Tarriona, string ensemble Invoke Quartet, and the multicultural Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir.
San Leandro AAPI Fest
San Leandro and West Coast Makers are hosting an AAPI festival on May 8th from 4-9PM in Butterfly Plaza. Then on May 9th, there is Salsa on the Bay, in Treasure Island from 2-8PM
San Leandro and West Coast Makers are hosting an AAPI festival on May 8th from 4-9PM in Butterfly Plaza. Then on May 9th, there is Salsa on the Bay, in Treasure Island from 2-8PM
San Lorenzo's Ruby Ibarra wants Filipino stories heard loud and clear
Ruby Ibarra is a Filipina musician who grew up in San Lorenzo, where she discovered representation through spoken word.
Ruby Ibarra is a Filipina musician who grew up in San Lorenzo, where she discovered representation through spoken word.
Filipino-American stories: Ruby Ibarra on representation and resistance
San Lorenzo-raised, Ruby Ibarra, a rapper, entrepreneur and mother reflects on culture, activism and community through music.
San Lorenzo-raised, Ruby Ibarra, a rapper, entrepreneur and mother reflects on culture, activism and community through music.
North Bay ballet shares Mexican folklore through dance
Cinco de Mayo is often mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, but it actually commemorates the Battle of Puebla, fought on May 5, 1862.
Cinco de Mayo is often mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, but it actually commemorates the Battle of Puebla, fought on May 5, 1862.
Cinco de Mayo with Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena
Founded in 2010 by Alicia Sánchez Martínez, Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and sharing Mexican folklore through dance. By honoring ancestral traditions, the group transforms history, culture, and identity into vibrant artistic expression.
Founded in 2010 by Alicia Sánchez Martínez, Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and sharing Mexican folklore through dance. By honoring ancestral traditions, the group transforms history, culture, and identity into vibrant artistic expression.
Angel Island: Oakland Ballet presents a story of strength through dance
Graham Lustig, artistic director of the Oakland Ballet, Angel Island choreographer, Phil Chan, and dancers, Ashley Thopiah and Phoenix Wilkins, give insight on Dancing Moons Festival. Production runs May 8-9, at San Francisco's Herbst Theatre.
Graham Lustig, artistic director of the Oakland Ballet, Angel Island choreographer, Phil Chan, and dancers, Ashley Thopiah and Phoenix Wilkins, give insight on Dancing Moons Festival. Production runs May 8-9, at San Francisco's Herbst Theatre.
Pleasant Hill celebrates AANHPI Heritage Month with return of night market
The city of Pleasant Hill kicked off Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with its second annual night market.
The city of Pleasant Hill kicked off Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with its second annual night market.
San Jose's Cinco de Mayo returns
Sunday, May 3 crowds will gather in downtown San José for the third annual Cinco de Mayo festival. From live entertainment to traditional folklórico dancers, the event keeps the spirit alive—even without its signature parade. Luis Ochoa, program director, gives insight.
Sunday, May 3 crowds will gather in downtown San José for the third annual Cinco de Mayo festival. From live entertainment to traditional folklórico dancers, the event keeps the spirit alive—even without its signature parade. Luis Ochoa, program director, gives insight.
Luchadores: Masks, Mat and Mission
Santa Rosa's Cooperage Brewing Company, is hosting CoopMania. The annual taco festival features food vendors, live music, and lucha libre. Event is Saturday, May 2 from 12PM - 10PM. All proceeds will support Hijas del Campo, the Brentwood nonprofit helps migrant and seasonal farmworkers. Participating, luchadores with San Jose's Pro Wrestling Revolution.
Santa Rosa's Cooperage Brewing Company, is hosting CoopMania. The annual taco festival features food vendors, live music, and lucha libre. Event is Saturday, May 2 from 12PM - 10PM. All proceeds will support Hijas del Campo, the Brentwood nonprofit helps migrant and seasonal farmworkers. Participating, luchadores with San Jose's Pro Wrestling Revolution.
Iconic Oakland artist behind beloved giraffe mural dies at age 67
The community is mourning the loss of a renowned artist known for his striking murals that became a part of many Bay Area residents' everyday lives. His desire to make a difference in the world was what inspired Dan Fontes to create art.
The community is mourning the loss of a renowned artist known for his striking murals that became a part of many Bay Area residents' everyday lives. His desire to make a difference in the world was what inspired Dan Fontes to create art.
From San Francisco to the world: La Doña’s 'Corrientes' arrives
San Francisco’s La Doña is back with "Corrientes," a bold, shape-shifting second album that refuses to sit still.
San Francisco’s La Doña is back with "Corrientes," a bold, shape-shifting second album that refuses to sit still.
Swami 3: San Francisco brother band turns childhood jams into citywide anthems
Swami 3 is a San Francisco-based brother trio who have been building their act for more than a decade.
Swami 3 is a San Francisco-based brother trio who have been building their act for more than a decade.
San Francisco International Film Festival opens with star power, local love
Olivia Wilde and Greta Lee premiere new films on opening night of the San Francisco International Film Festival at the Castro Theatre.
Olivia Wilde and Greta Lee premiere new films on opening night of the San Francisco International Film Festival at the Castro Theatre.
San Francisco's La Doña: culture, community, and music
For La Doña, music is more than performance, it’s a space for healing, connection, and collective action. Corrientes out everywhere April, 29.
For La Doña, music is more than performance, it’s a space for healing, connection, and collective action. Corrientes out everywhere April, 29.