Argentine Community Events in California

Tango is for everyone! Join us for a fun, challenging class with world-class teachers. No partner necessary. Queer-friendly event. Felipe Martinez and Ayano Yoneda are back to teach Tango 101 in Berkeley! This is a series of six classes geared towards total beginners. Tango is an improvisational dance based on connection and communication. Felipe and Ayano teach the fundamental structures that give rise to grace, fluidity, and creativity in social dancing. These classes are taught using the terms "leaders" and "followers," and are inclusive to queer, trans, and non-binary people. Wednesdays: March 11th, 18th, and 25th, April 1st, 8th, and 15th 6:45 pm: check-in 7:00-8:00 pm beginning tango series 8:00-8:30 pm practica The practicas are included with the classes. Stay, dance, and ask questions! Berkeley City Club 2315 Durant Ave. Berkeley, CA 94704 When you arrive at the club, ring the bell at right. We are a 10-minute walk from Downtown Berkeley BART. For bike parking, use the bell to enter through the service entrance, and go straight to get to the back courtyard. No parking in the Berkeley City Club lot. Street parking is free after 6:00 pm. It helps to arrive early on the first date of the series, March 11th. At 8:30 pm on the same dates, Felipe and Ayano teach the intermediate tango series.

Serving the Argentine community across Los Angeles, CA and the western United States, the Consulate General and Commercial Promotion Center represents the Government of Argentina with a mission to support citizens abroad and strengthen ties between nations. With jurisdiction spanning twelve U.S. states and Pacific Island territories, this diplomatic institution connects Argentine nationals to essential services including documentation, immigration support, and electoral participation. The consulate recognizes the importance of maintaining cultural identity and civic engagement for Argentines living far from home, offering pathways for nationality recognition, pension verification, and democratic participation through postal voting. Beyond consular functions, the center actively promotes commercial and cultural initiatives that bridge Argentine and American communities. Led by Consul General Héctor María Monacci, the institution provides personalized assistance to diverse populations—from retirees requiring pension documentation to families seeking nationality status for their children. The consulate's commitment extends to making services accessible through multiple payment options and convenient scheduling. By maintaining a welcoming presence in Los Angeles and serving the broader western region, the Consulate General embodies Argentina's dedication to supporting its citizens wherever they reside while fostering meaningful connections across borders.