Name: Femme Empowerment Cumbia Dance Class Series
Start: 2024-12-03T18:30:00-08:00
End: 2024-12-03T19:30:00-08:00
Location: La Peña Cultural Center

FROM THE BLOG: July 15, 2011

Bolivia’s Independence Day: Jatun Marka & Hanakpacha – August 5, 2011

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Thank you to everyone who joined us at BAILA with Orquesta Bembé! 🎉 This dance party is more than an event—it’s a space for connection, movement, and community. Whether you're celebrating, processing emotions, or simply enjoying the rhythm, BAILA reminds us of the power of gathering together. Your energy keeps this space vibrant and meaningful for all.A heartfelt thanks to our collaborators: Orquesta Bembé, DJ José Ruíz (@mundomuzik), DJ Ron (@djronpalma), Angelica Medina and Jahaira Fajardo from In Lak'ech Dance, Los Cilantros and @fred.aube for capturing the magic. And to our incredible volunteers and staff—this wouldn’t be possible without you!📅 Next BAILA: Dec. 20th (Last one of the season!)🎟️ Early Bird Tickets: bit.ly/bailaparty ... See MoreSee Less

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On November 1st, we kicked off a month full of meaningful moments to gather, honor, reflect, and celebrate. Our Día de Muertos ceremony at La Peña was a powerful start—dedicated to the victims of State violence, occupation, and ongoing genocide 🕯️From the beautiful community ofrenda led by Mayra Hernández, to the lively Son Jarocho fandango by María De La Rosa, kids’ arts & crafts, the special menu by Chef Dilsa Lugo of @loscilantros, and the local artisan mercado—each moment was filled with connection and remembrance.🌼 With deep gratitude to all—past and present—who continue to show up and support this work. You are part of this history and the legacy of our ancestors. ... See MoreSee Less

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✨ Thank You for an Incredible Season of Empowering Open Mics! ✨Earlier this month, we wrapped up our Empowering People of Color Open Mic season with the beautiful Empowering Women of Color Open Mic in collaboration with UC Berkeley Womxn of Color Initiative. It was a powerful night filled with music, storytelling, poetry, and community connection.🎤 Special thanks to our featured performers: @joyousdawnmusic, @flames_of_beu, @reynas_rising, @ms.sanchezjewel, @amapola_boldenmusic, Meelissa Cortez, Laura del Fuego, @sylvia.blalock, and @sensualreveler.💖 Big love to our collaborators: UC Berkeley Womxn of Color Initiative and Beats, Rhymes & Life and gratitude to Café Colucci for feeding us with such generosity! Shoutout to @watzrealthehapa, @_d.jada, and Youth Speaks for your continous support.Thank you to everyone who made this season so special—the performers, audience, collaborators, and volunteers. Seeing this community grow into a space of courage and creative expression has been a true honor.We can’t wait to share what’s next! 🌟 While there’s no open mic next month, stay tuned for updates on future open mics and exciting ways to stay connected with our community. 💫📸: @claranauts ... See MoreSee Less

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We’re almost sold out for in-person seats—thank you for your incredible support!Don’t miss this annual opportunity to directly support Indigenous organizers and learn how we can collaborate to strengthen local efforts, centering Native resistance through art, music, dance, ancestral knowledge, and oral storytelling. This year’s gathering is held in honor of Wounded Knee Deocampo.📅 Sunday, November 24th, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM (PST)📍 La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CAIf you can’t attend in person or prefer to join remotely, livestream tickets are still available on a sliding scale of $15–$30.A limited number of tickets will also be available at the door, but seating isn’t guaranteed, so we recommend arriving early. You can also enjoy the event in our lounge (adjacent to the theater and right next to @loscilantros), where we’ll project the event live. This ticket is $10. No seating is guaranteed in our lounge, so bring something comfy to sit on.Get your tickets here: Lapena.info/ThangstakenAll proceeds will go toward supporting Indigenous organizers and Landback initiatives.@saylooli @corrina_gouldSogorea Te' Land Trust Restoring Justice For Indigenous Peoples International Indian Treaty Council Aztlan Underground Save California Salmon @desirae_harp@equiknocks ... See MoreSee Less

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TONIGHT at La Peña and Los Cilantros! 🎶Join us for Jo Alvarez's demo release of Reflexiones y Esperanzas, an intimate performance marking the launch of our new Conciertitos series, featuring local BIPOC artists. This EP reflects Jo’s journey through grief, hope, and inner work shaped by global events, personal loss, and mental health.100% of donations will go to @ibrahimforgazamutualaid, supporting food distribution for Palestinians through community kitchens.Cassettes of the demo will be available, and dinner from Los Cilantros will be available for purchase.📅 Thursday, November 21st, 7:30–8:30 PM📍 La Peña Community Lounge, 3105 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CARSVP or donate: Lapena.info/JoAlvarezConciertito📸: @claranauts...#LaPeñaCulturalCenter #LaPeñaConciertitos #CumbiaPunk #NuevaCanción #LiveMusic #FreeConcert #BayAreaMusic ... See MoreSee Less

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