Bodywerk Dance: All Levels Hip Hop Fusion
Bodywerk Dance: All Levels Hip Hop Fusion
Join this fun class with instructor Momo Lebeau!! Contact classes@lapena.org for all details and registration. Class imparted by www.bodywerkdance.com
Welcome to La Peña! Promoting social justice & intercultural understanding through the arts since 1975.
Please note that this calendar only reflects programs that are open to the general public. Empty spaces in the calendar often mean that our rooms are being utilized for rehearsals, staff trainings, building maintenance, grassroots organizing, and private community gatherings. Thank you for keeping our space so alive!
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Classes & Events
Calendar of Events
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La Peña Community Chorus Rehearsal
La Peña Community Chorus Rehearsal
Founded in 1979 by Chilean refugees and community supporters, La Peña Community Chorus has been performing Latin American New Song — Nueva Canción — for many years. Accompanying themselves on guitars, flutes, drums, and a large assortment of Latin American instruments, the Chorus has sung for schools, churches, homeless shelters, retirement homes, drug rehab centers, […]
1 event,
Taller Afro-Peruano
Taller Afro-Peruano
Saturdays, 10:30am – 12:30 pm | June 8 - July 27, 2024 In person at La Peña Cultural Center. $20 drop-ins. This class focuses on a variety of Afro-Peruvian dance rhythms and music. No previous experience needed, come join us! Instructor Gabriela Shiroma. All levels are welcome! Classes are taught mainly in Spanish but the […]
$20
1 event,
La Peña Community Chorus Rehearsal
La Peña Community Chorus Rehearsal
Founded in 1979 by Chilean refugees and community supporters, La Peña Community Chorus has been performing Latin American New Song — Nueva Canción — for many years. Accompanying themselves on guitars, flutes, drums, and a large assortment of Latin American instruments, the Chorus has sung for schools, churches, homeless shelters, retirement homes, drug rehab centers, […]
1 event,
Capoeira Angola
Capoeira Angola
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center IMPORTANT: For questions and to register to this class, please contact the instructor Sergio Bitencourt at sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com. Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with GRUPO NO BALANÇO D’ANGOLA! Capoeira No Balanço D’Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, […]
2 events,
Aguacate Music Kids – Spanish Family Classes
Aguacate Music Kids – Spanish Family Classes
Join teacher Natalia Bernal for a fun Spanish music and movement class for babies & kids to age 6 and their caregivers! Spanish not required! CLICK HERE TO TRY A FREE CLASS Sing, dance, play instruments! Bond with your little one and connect with other families! Boost your child's brain development with music and language […]
Aguacate Music Kids — Bilingual Family Classes
Aguacate Music Kids — Bilingual Family Classes
Join teacher Natalia Bernal for a fun bilingual music and movement class for babies & kids to age 6 and their caregivers! Spanish not required! CLICK HERE TO TRY A FREE CLASS Sing, dance, play instruments! Bond with your little one and connect with other families! Boost your child's brain development with music and language […]
2 events,
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The Sound of Solidarity: An Intergenerational Concert w/ Holly Near
The Sound of Solidarity: An Intergenerational Concert w/ Holly Near
Join us on July 12th for an empowering night of music and dialogue with Holly Near, Tammy Hall, Jan Martinelli, Djérae Lucas, Mia Pixley, and Diana Gameros! We'll be celebrating femme/gender fluid musicians in the Bay Area through the transformative power of music as artists come together to share their stories and talents. Friday, July 12th. 7pm-10pm. […]
$20 – $30
1 event,
Taller Afro-Peruano
Taller Afro-Peruano
Saturdays, 10:30am – 12:30 pm | June 8 - July 27, 2024 In person at La Peña Cultural Center. $20 drop-ins. This class focuses on a variety of Afro-Peruvian dance rhythms and music. No previous experience needed, come join us! Instructor Gabriela Shiroma. All levels are welcome! Classes are taught mainly in Spanish but the […]
$20
1 event,
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Fusion of Nations: Benefit for Displaced Families in Palestine, Sudan and the Congo
Fusion of Nations: Benefit for Displaced Families in Palestine, Sudan and the Congo
Join us for a benefit event for displaced and impacted families in the Congo, Palestine, and Sudan! This event will include live drumming, a round table panel and words from guest speakers, and a hip hop show featuring DJ Ari B, Amihan, Alyssa tha G, MC Pauze and the Bay Area's very own Equipto. WHEN: July 14th, […]
$10 – $25
1 event,
Capoeira Angola
Capoeira Angola
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center IMPORTANT: For questions and to register to this class, please contact the instructor Sergio Bitencourt at sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com. Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with GRUPO NO BALANÇO D’ANGOLA! Capoeira No Balanço D’Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, […]
2 events,
Aguacate Music Kids – Spanish Family Classes
Aguacate Music Kids – Spanish Family Classes
Join teacher Natalia Bernal for a fun Spanish music and movement class for babies & kids to age 6 and their caregivers! Spanish not required! CLICK HERE TO TRY A FREE CLASS Sing, dance, play instruments! Bond with your little one and connect with other families! Boost your child's brain development with music and language […]
Aguacate Music Kids — Bilingual Family Classes
Aguacate Music Kids — Bilingual Family Classes
Join teacher Natalia Bernal for a fun bilingual music and movement class for babies & kids to age 6 and their caregivers! Spanish not required! CLICK HERE TO TRY A FREE CLASS Sing, dance, play instruments! Bond with your little one and connect with other families! Boost your child's brain development with music and language […]
2 events,
¡BAILA! Community. Dance. Party.
¡BAILA! Community. Dance. Party.
Our BAILA’s are just getting better: dust off your dancing shoes for an epic night with live music & vibrant community energy! Join us for an evening featuring live music, not one but two dance floors, a gender-inclusive salsa and bachata dance class, a fundraising bar, delicious food from our partners at Los Cilantros, complimentary coat check, […]
$15 – $30
2 events,
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Terga Live Concert at La Peña!
Terga Live Concert at La Peña!
Join us for an evening of music on July 20th! Doors open at 7:30 PM, and the show kicks off at 8:00 PM. TICKETS HERE. First up is Kali Orkestar, a vibrant ensemble specializing in Romani (Gypsy) Brass music from across the Balkans. Lifelong friends Tano Brock and Benji Rifati will take you on a […]
$20
Taller Afro-Peruano
Taller Afro-Peruano
Saturdays, 10:30am – 12:30 pm | June 8 - July 27, 2024 In person at La Peña Cultural Center. $20 drop-ins. This class focuses on a variety of Afro-Peruvian dance rhythms and music. No previous experience needed, come join us! Instructor Gabriela Shiroma. All levels are welcome! Classes are taught mainly in Spanish but the […]
$20
1 event,
Cuban Rumba Jam
Cuban Rumba Jam
Every third Sunday of the month from 2:30pm-5:00pm in our Lounge! Join us for this Cuban Rumba Community Jam that has been held at La Peña for many years. Led by percussionist and culture bearer Bruce Williams. Free / donations encouraged Family-friendly event Bring your instruments if you have them!
Free
1 event,
La Peña Community Chorus Rehearsal
La Peña Community Chorus Rehearsal
Founded in 1979 by Chilean refugees and community supporters, La Peña Community Chorus has been performing Latin American New Song — Nueva Canción — for many years. Accompanying themselves on guitars, flutes, drums, and a large assortment of Latin American instruments, the Chorus has sung for schools, churches, homeless shelters, retirement homes, drug rehab centers, […]
1 event,
Capoeira Angola
Capoeira Angola
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center IMPORTANT: For questions and to register to this class, please contact the instructor Sergio Bitencourt at sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com. Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with GRUPO NO BALANÇO D’ANGOLA! Capoeira No Balanço D’Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, […]
2 events,
Aguacate Music Kids – Spanish Family Classes
Aguacate Music Kids – Spanish Family Classes
Join teacher Natalia Bernal for a fun Spanish music and movement class for babies & kids to age 6 and their caregivers! Spanish not required! CLICK HERE TO TRY A FREE CLASS Sing, dance, play instruments! Bond with your little one and connect with other families! Boost your child's brain development with music and language […]
Aguacate Music Kids — Bilingual Family Classes
Aguacate Music Kids — Bilingual Family Classes
Join teacher Natalia Bernal for a fun bilingual music and movement class for babies & kids to age 6 and their caregivers! Spanish not required! CLICK HERE TO TRY A FREE CLASS Sing, dance, play instruments! Bond with your little one and connect with other families! Boost your child's brain development with music and language […]
2 events,
Taller Afro-Peruano
Taller Afro-Peruano
Saturdays, 10:30am – 12:30 pm | June 8 - July 27, 2024 In person at La Peña Cultural Center. $20 drop-ins. This class focuses on a variety of Afro-Peruvian dance rhythms and music. No previous experience needed, come join us! Instructor Gabriela Shiroma. All levels are welcome! Classes are taught mainly in Spanish but the […]
$20
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EVENT CANCELED: Michael Spiro’s Spirology in Concert
EVENT CANCELED: Michael Spiro’s Spirology in Concert
EVENT CANCELED Hello everyone! Unfortunately, several members of Spirology tested positive for Covid this week so we will have to cancel their concert at La Peña this Saturday! They are all OK and will take care of themselves with the surrounding love of their community. We are so sorry for the inconvenience and hopefully see […]
2 events,
Bodywerk Dance: All Levels Hip Hop Fusion
Bodywerk Dance: All Levels Hip Hop Fusion
Join this fun class with instructor Momo Lebeau!! Contact classes@lapena.org for all details and registration. Class imparted by www.bodywerkdance.com
La Peña Community Chorus Rehearsal
La Peña Community Chorus Rehearsal
Founded in 1979 by Chilean refugees and community supporters, La Peña Community Chorus has been performing Latin American New Song — Nueva Canción — for many years. Accompanying themselves on guitars, flutes, drums, and a large assortment of Latin American instruments, the Chorus has sung for schools, churches, homeless shelters, retirement homes, drug rehab centers, […]
1 event,
Capoeira Angola
Capoeira Angola
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center IMPORTANT: For questions and to register to this class, please contact the instructor Sergio Bitencourt at sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com. Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with GRUPO NO BALANÇO D’ANGOLA! Capoeira No Balanço D’Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, […]
2 events,
Aguacate Music Kids – Spanish Family Classes
Aguacate Music Kids – Spanish Family Classes
Join teacher Natalia Bernal for a fun Spanish music and movement class for babies & kids to age 6 and their caregivers! Spanish not required! CLICK HERE TO TRY A FREE CLASS Sing, dance, play instruments! Bond with your little one and connect with other families! Boost your child's brain development with music and language […]
Aguacate Music Kids — Bilingual Family Classes
Aguacate Music Kids — Bilingual Family Classes
Join teacher Natalia Bernal for a fun bilingual music and movement class for babies & kids to age 6 and their caregivers! Spanish not required! CLICK HERE TO TRY A FREE CLASS Sing, dance, play instruments! Bond with your little one and connect with other families! Boost your child's brain development with music and language […]
1 event,
Taller Afro-Peruano
Taller Afro-Peruano
Saturdays, 10:30am – 12:30 pm | June 8 - July 27, 2024 In person at La Peña Cultural Center. $20 drop-ins. This class focuses on a variety of Afro-Peruvian dance rhythms and music. No previous experience needed, come join us! Instructor Gabriela Shiroma. All levels are welcome! Classes are taught mainly in Spanish but the […]
$20