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Wapau! 8-Week Fusion Bachata: Lead Shines Welcome and thank you for your interest in Wapau! Lead Shines Class Series!!! March 17th class is Drop-In friendly! Details: 8-Week Bachata Training Team Series All levels, no partner required All gender inclusive 8:00 - 9:30pm La Peña Cultural Center $150 + fees March 17th Drop-In single class: $15 […]
TUESDAY MORNING: BILINGUAL Family Music Classes with Anna-Maria Violich-Olivier For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: TUESDAYS, APRIL 8 - JUNE 24 (12 WEEKS) 10:15-11:00 AM FAMILY MUSIC CLASS (BILINGUAL) […]
Join this fun class with instructor Momo Lebeau!! About Bodywerk Dance Classes: Bodywerk Dance offers a variety of different classes, all taught by award winning instructor, Momo LeBeau. We feature a fusion of Hip Hop, Afrobeats, Dancehall, jazz and many other dance styles. Bodywerk is a dynamic hip hop dance jam, good for all levels, […]
FREE Community Class with Capoeira Balanço de Angola Last Wednesday of every month, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola! We begin our classes with one hour of music followed by one hour of movement class. Our weekly classes are open to […]
THURSDAY MORNINGS: Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAY MORNINGS, APRIL 10 - JUNE 26 (12 WEEKS) 9:15-10:00 AM FAMILY […]
THURSDAY AFTERNOON: Kids Music, Yoga & Movement Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 […]
NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAYS AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 WEEKS) 5:00-5:45 […]
La Rumba me Llama: Honrando los Antepasados: Una celebración de música Afro-Cubana Director and culture bearer Einar Leliebre Nuñez has selected top-notch musicians and dancers to perform at this unique celebration, which will honor the legacy of the rumbero/as who have illuminated the path. Creating a tradition following last year’s successful event, the show will bring together Cubans, Caribbeans, Latinos, […]
Wapau! 8-Week Fusion Bachata: Lead Shines Welcome and thank you for your interest in Wapau! Lead Shines Class Series!!! March 17th class is Drop-In friendly! Details: 8-Week Bachata Training Team Series All levels, no partner required All gender inclusive 8:00 - 9:30pm La Peña Cultural Center $150 + fees March 17th Drop-In single class: $15 […]
TUESDAY MORNING: BILINGUAL Family Music Classes with Anna-Maria Violich-Olivier For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: TUESDAYS, APRIL 8 - JUNE 24 (12 WEEKS) 10:15-11:00 AM FAMILY MUSIC CLASS (BILINGUAL) […]
Join this fun class with instructor Momo Lebeau!! About Bodywerk Dance Classes: Bodywerk Dance offers a variety of different classes, all taught by award winning instructor, Momo LeBeau. We feature a fusion of Hip Hop, Afrobeats, Dancehall, jazz and many other dance styles. Bodywerk is a dynamic hip hop dance jam, good for all levels, […]
Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center **FREE Community Class on the last Wednesday of every month!** Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola! We begin our class with one hour of […]
THURSDAY MORNINGS: Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAY MORNINGS, APRIL 10 - JUNE 26 (12 WEEKS) 9:15-10:00 AM FAMILY […]
THURSDAY AFTERNOON: Kids Music, Yoga & Movement Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 […]
NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAYS AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 WEEKS) 5:00-5:45 […]
Join us in celebrating 50 years of Art, Culture, & Collective Action! La Peña Cultural Center is celebrating its 50th Anniversary, and we want you to join us for a day-long festival that honors our history and looks toward the future of arts and culture in Berkeley and beyond. On June 7th, 2025, we invite you to a community celebration […]
Wapau! 8-Week Fusion Bachata: Lead Shines Welcome and thank you for your interest in Wapau! Lead Shines Class Series!!! March 17th class is Drop-In friendly! Details: 8-Week Bachata Training Team Series All levels, no partner required All gender inclusive 8:00 - 9:30pm La Peña Cultural Center $150 + fees March 17th Drop-In single class: $15 […]
TUESDAY MORNING: BILINGUAL Family Music Classes with Anna-Maria Violich-Olivier For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: TUESDAYS, APRIL 8 - JUNE 24 (12 WEEKS) 10:15-11:00 AM FAMILY MUSIC CLASS (BILINGUAL) […]
Join this fun class with instructor Momo Lebeau!! About Bodywerk Dance Classes: Bodywerk Dance offers a variety of different classes, all taught by award winning instructor, Momo LeBeau. We feature a fusion of Hip Hop, Afrobeats, Dancehall, jazz and many other dance styles. Bodywerk is a dynamic hip hop dance jam, good for all levels, […]
Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center **FREE Community Class on the last Wednesday of every month!** Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola! We begin our class with one hour of […]
La Peña Presents La Cumbia Dance Party! Happening monthly on second Thursdays! DATE: Second Thursdays of the month starting on February 13th, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 12:00 am TICKETS: $10 for online presale (single ticket) | $15 for two tickets (Bring a friend – only $7.50 per ticket! Online only.) | $15 at the door (single ticket). […]
THURSDAY MORNINGS: Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAY MORNINGS, APRIL 10 - JUNE 26 (12 WEEKS) 9:15-10:00 AM FAMILY […]
THURSDAY AFTERNOON: Kids Music, Yoga & Movement Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 […]
Frida Kahlo’s Birthday Tianguis: A Summer Community Block Party Vendor Open Call - Apply to be a vendor at our Tianguis! Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 12 PM – 6 PM Outdoors at La Peña Cultural Center Join us for a vibrant day of art, food, music, and collective joy! We're transforming the block outside […]
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 Cuban percussionist Einar Leliebre! Free / donations encouraged Family-friendly event Bring your instruments if you have them! More about the Afro-Cuban Rumba Community […]
Wapau! 8-Week Fusion Bachata: Lead Shines Welcome and thank you for your interest in Wapau! Lead Shines Class Series!!! March 17th class is Drop-In friendly! Details: 8-Week Bachata Training Team Series All levels, no partner required All gender inclusive 8:00 - 9:30pm La Peña Cultural Center $150 + fees March 17th Drop-In single class: $15 […]
TUESDAY MORNING: BILINGUAL Family Music Classes with Anna-Maria Violich-Olivier For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: TUESDAYS, APRIL 8 - JUNE 24 (12 WEEKS) 10:15-11:00 AM FAMILY MUSIC CLASS (BILINGUAL) […]
Join this fun class with instructor Momo Lebeau!! About Bodywerk Dance Classes: Bodywerk Dance offers a variety of different classes, all taught by award winning instructor, Momo LeBeau. We feature a fusion of Hip Hop, Afrobeats, Dancehall, jazz and many other dance styles. Bodywerk is a dynamic hip hop dance jam, good for all levels, […]
Come join The La Peña Old Guard* “Third Wednesday” Gatherings: each time a different discussion topic! Open to all. Please spread the word! If you're planning on coming, RSVP to oldguard@lapena.org *What is La Peña OLD Guard? We are a group of progressives who came of political age during the 60’s, 70’s and early ‘80s, often, in […]
Remember the music jams? All ages, all instruments, all skill levels, all welcome, all fun! Mark your calendars for the return of these legendary music jams to La Peña, led by José Roberto Hernández! Las mermeladas musicales son un espacio donde la gente y sus instrumentos se juntan para hacer música, comunidad y compañerismo. It’s Wednesday…don’t you […]
Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center **FREE Community Class on the last Wednesday of every month!** Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola! We begin our class with one hour of […]
THURSDAY MORNINGS: Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAY MORNINGS, APRIL 10 - JUNE 26 (12 WEEKS) 9:15-10:00 AM FAMILY […]
THURSDAY AFTERNOON: Kids Music, Yoga & Movement Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 […]
NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAYS AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 WEEKS) 5:00-5:45 […]
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, and a vibrant, inclusive community. All […]
Wapau! 8-Week Fusion Bachata: Lead Shines Welcome and thank you for your interest in Wapau! Lead Shines Class Series!!! March 17th class is Drop-In friendly! Details: 8-Week Bachata Training Team Series All levels, no partner required All gender inclusive 8:00 - 9:30pm La Peña Cultural Center $150 + fees March 17th Drop-In single class: $15 […]
TUESDAY MORNING: BILINGUAL Family Music Classes with Anna-Maria Violich-Olivier For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: TUESDAYS, APRIL 8 - JUNE 24 (12 WEEKS) 10:15-11:00 AM FAMILY MUSIC CLASS (BILINGUAL) […]
Unlock Your Funny: Free Youth Summer Comedy Writing Workshop Laugh It Out Hub Our Mission is to empower underprivileged teenagers with humor in the format of standup comedy writing and improvisation. Learn the comedy tools that professional stand-up comedians and compelling business speakers use to create funny and engaging audience experiences. Story telling, surprise punchlines […]
Join this fun class with instructor Momo Lebeau!! About Bodywerk Dance Classes: Bodywerk Dance offers a variety of different classes, all taught by award winning instructor, Momo LeBeau. We feature a fusion of Hip Hop, Afrobeats, Dancehall, jazz and many other dance styles. Bodywerk is a dynamic hip hop dance jam, good for all levels, […]
Unlock Your Funny: Free Youth Summer Comedy Writing Workshop Laugh It Out Hub Our Mission is to empower underprivileged teenagers with humor in the format of standup comedy writing and improvisation. Learn the comedy tools that professional stand-up comedians and compelling business speakers use to create funny and engaging audience experiences. Story telling, surprise punchlines […]
FREE Community Class with Capoeira Balanço de Angola Last Wednesday of every month, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola! We begin our classes with one hour of music followed by one hour of movement class. Our weekly classes are open to […]
THURSDAY MORNINGS: Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAY MORNINGS, APRIL 10 - JUNE 26 (12 WEEKS) 9:15-10:00 AM FAMILY […]
Unlock Your Funny: Free Youth Summer Comedy Writing Workshop Laugh It Out Hub Our Mission is to empower underprivileged teenagers with humor in the format of standup comedy writing and improvisation. Learn the comedy tools that professional stand-up comedians and compelling business speakers use to create funny and engaging audience experiences. Story telling, surprise punchlines […]
THURSDAY AFTERNOON: Kids Music, Yoga & Movement Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 […]
Wapau! 8-Week Fusion Bachata: Lead Shines Welcome and thank you for your interest in Wapau! Lead Shines Class Series!!! March 17th class is Drop-In friendly! Details: 8-Week Bachata Training Team Series All levels, no partner required All gender inclusive 8:00 - 9:30pm La Peña Cultural Center $150 + fees March 17th Drop-In single class: $15 […]
Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center **FREE Community Class on the last Wednesday of every month!** Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola! We begin our class with one hour of […]
THURSDAY MORNINGS: Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAY MORNINGS, APRIL 10 - JUNE 26 (12 WEEKS) 9:15-10:00 AM FAMILY […]
THURSDAY AFTERNOON: Kids Music, Yoga & Movement Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 […]
NEW!! THURSDAY AFTERNOON Family Music Class (SPANISH) with Natalia Bernal For babies, toddlers, and kids to age 6 and their caregivers. Make an impact on your child’s growth…start young with music & second language learning! Click here to try a FREE class! SPRING SESSION: THURSDAYS AFTERNOON, MAY 22 - JULY 3 (7 WEEKS) 5:00-5:45 […]