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Community Archiving Workshop

What a successful and engaging workshop we had! Thank you to all of you who showed up to learn about our archives and help us catalog historical posters and photos from our collection. Special thanks to our Archive Committee and California Revealed for making this possible. Saturday, May 18th, 2024. Photos by Consuelo Tupper.

El Big Bang Dance Party with Bululú

¡Tremendo fiestón tuvimos con Bululú! Thank you to the musicians and all the community members who showed up and gave it all on the dance floor. Featuring: Lali Mejia; Ayla Dávila; Omar Ledezma Jr.; Ruthie Dineen; David Lechuga; Dayron Calderón; Sofia Magdalena; Jose Gregorio Kansau; Norma Kansau. Special Guests: Alejo Cordero; Elba Calderón. Saturday, May 11th, 2024. Photos by Consuelo Tupper.

Cinco de Mayo at Los Cilantros

We love seeing our lounge like this! Celebrando Cinco de Mayo como corresponde, con Los Cilantros renovado y lleno de energía. Gracias a Rogelio Buenaventura por la música en vivo y a todos por venir y disfrutar con nosotros. Sunday, May 5th, 2024. Photos by Corey Raynor.

¡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, and a vibrant, inclusive community. All ages are welcome!

Schedule:

  • 7:30pm: Kick off the night with a Ritmos Tropicales Dance Party!
  • 8:00pm: Gender-inclusive Bachata & Salsa Dance Classes (no partner or experience needed)
  • 9:30pm: Immerse yourself in the Dominican Bachata Party with DJ Ron and Dance Party with DJ Jose Ruiz
  • 10:00pm: Elevate the night with a LIVE Salsa Concert on our mainstage!

Indulge in a night of continuous fun with a fundraising bar that not only serves up your favorite drinks but also contributes to a good cause. Every sip supports our programming and community offerings.

And don’t forget to relish delights from Los Cilantros as the celebration continues until 1:00am!