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WHAT: Skepticism in the Gym – Exceeding Fitness Goals with Science, Evidence, and Critical Thinking

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

WHAT: Skepticism in the Gym: Exceeding Fitness Goals with Science, Evidence, and Critical Thinking Pseudoscience is pervasive in the fitness industry, from extraordinary claims to common misconceptions. Bodybuilding, itself a rather extraordinary claim, is often worse. This talk addresses common misconceptions and excuses about fitness derived from the presenter's research and journey to fitness. The […]

All Atheists are Muslim, a play by Zahra Noorbaksh

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

Friday, February 12, 2016, 8:00 pm Tickets: $20 advance, $30 Door; Seniors and Students $15 online only, must present ID at door. Diaspora Arts Connection proudly presents Zahra Noorbakhsh's "All Atheists are Muslim," written and performed by Zahra Noorbakhsh, directed by Lisa Marie Rollins, developed with W. Kamau Bell. About the show: Can Zahra have […]

Tango Class & Milonguita Party

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

Argentine Tango w/ Gigi & Warren Jensen 7:30 – 8:30 pm Tango Class for Beginners w/ Warren & Gigi 8:30 – 11:30 pm Milonguita in the Theater w/ Live Music $12 party or class / $18 party + class Traditional & Alternative music, light refreshments Live Music 1/21: Marcel Puig (guitar) & Seth Asarnow (bandoneón)playing […]

Event Series Son Jarocho: Classes, Workshops & Community Jams!

Film Screening & Fandango! Antes Como Antes, Ahora Como Ahora

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

FREE Film starts at 6pm, and the fandango starts at 8pm Before the fandango, enjoy a film screening of Antes Como Antes, Ahora Como Ahora, followed by a Q & A! The documentary is about Son Jarocho redefining itself at the crossroads of globalization--it's simultaneously a celebration of Son's diversity, while also affirming the close […]

The Jimmy Grant Ensemble CD release party

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

$12 adv, $15 Door The Jimmy Grant Ensemble performs primarily in the style of Django Reinhardt, infusing swing era pieces, original work, and traditional gypsy tunes with the jazz guitar pioneer’s crunchy rhythms and hot harmonies. Guitarist Jimmy Grant, the ensemble’s leader, has a style that synthesizes a rich blend of Russian folk, bluegrass, celtic […]

Amiguitos de La Peña Presents: Patricia Bulitt & Bonnie Lockhart LIVE

$5 Kids, $6 Adults Dance-along, Sing-along, and play-along fun for Children and families!Patricia Bulitt is a dancer, interdisciplinary artist, storyteller, and teaching artistpatricia-bullit who has worked at many pre-schools and elementary schools. Bonnie Lockhart is an Oakland, California-based singer, songwriter and educator. Bonnie has two recent albums for children, families, and teachers. Powered by Eventbrite