Our month long 40th Anniversary celebration has kicked off, and we have so much to look forward to this month. A huge thank you goes out to everyone who has contributed to La Peña over the years – artists, activists, musicians, interns, volunteers, supporters, and so, SO MANY more who have helped us reach 40 years. YOU, our community, have kept us going strong through your passion for the arts and commitment to social change. We hope that you’ll join in celebrating with us.
This month, we celebrate 40 years, and kick it off this weekend with the following line-up:
Fri: Raizes Perú
Sat: 40th Anniversary Open House – Free Classes and Performances: Rockin’ Kid’s Sing Along, Beat the Blues, Discover the Guitar, Vocals for Kids
Sat: Live Art Legacy Party featuring: WORD UP (In the Lounge)
Sat: Steelo Entertainment and La Peña present: BEYOND DREAMS with Rupa and the April Fishes
Sun:40th Anniversary Open House – Free Classes and Performances: Bomba Y Plena, Son Jarocho, Rumba
Sun: Meet and Greet with our new Executive Director, Aaron Lorenz (In the Lounge)
Sun: Zara’s Faith: Somebody Has Got to Stand Up
All throughout June: ¡Arte Adelante! 40th Anniversary Festival ART EXHIBITS
Below are 4 quick highlights that let you know what we’ve been up to and how we’ve been preparing for our 40th Anniversary. There will be many more to come, be sure to check back!
1. So many radio interviews! Aaron Lorenz goes on the air to talk about the 40th and La Peña’s 40th Anniversary.
Did you hear our new Executive Director’s interview with Nina Serrano of La Raza Chronicles on KPFA? He is joined by Mariela Hererra, who is a musician/singer/songwriter. She has been involved closely with La Peña for years, has performed for our Amiguitos series, and recently taught a Spanish Immersion course for kids. Listen to her perform two of her children’s songs during this radio segment.
2. Upgrades to the Community Room and Theater
Shout out to all of our hardworking volunteers who helped renovate our community room. You rock! Everyone involved in the project has been working around the clock to replace the floors, paint the walls, put up artwork, provide their expertise, and grace us with their wonderful presence. If you’re interested in learning about volunteer opportunities, click here.
The process…..
….and it’s done!
We also showed our theater some love.
3. Features in local papers.
In need of a good read? Check out the article in the San Jose Mercury News: La Pena Cultural Center celebrates 40th anniversary. Learn about our history and read up about our June programming!
4. New sign out front
Did you see the new sign that we put up out front? Follow us on Instagram for more gems like these!
Be sure to check back on our blog for more La Peña updates.
We have so many diverse events happening this June to celebrate this exciting time in La Peña’s history. Please visit our calendar for the schedule, and to buy tickets. We’ll see you soon
¡Qué Viva La Peña!