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Rene Pena-Govea's Estela, Undrowning In-Store Event/Book Signing for Teens
Rene Pena-Govea's Estela, Undrowning In-Store Event/Book Signing for Teens
Peña-Govea shares her riveting, uplifting, and unflinching story about the power of language and the courage it takes to face injustice Join us at Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore on Saturday, March 21 at 6:30 PM when San Francisco author René Peña-Govea comes to the store to present her new novel for Young Adults Estela, Undrowing. René will be joined in conversation by Aida Salazar and will sign copies of her book after the presentation. In her raw and resonant debut novel, René Peña-Govea seamlessly interweaves prose and poetry to uplift the power of language, the courage to fight injustice, and the complex beauty of finding your people—perfect for fans of Elizabeth Acevedo’s The Poet X and Carolina Ixta’s Shut Up, This is Serious. Estela Morales is one of the only Latinas who tested into San Francisco’s most exclusive public high school. In her senior year, Estela just wants to keep her head down, eke out a passing grade from her racist Spanish teacher, and get into her dream college. But after placing second in the Latiné Heritage Poetry Contest behind a non-Latino student, Estela is thrust into citywide debates about merit, identity, and diversity. Things only get messier when her family is threatened with eviction. As Estela’s friends organize against bigotry and her landlady increases the pressure, Estela is suffocating and finds release only in poetry and in a breathless new romance. When tensions finally reach their breaking point, Estela must find a way to undrown the community she loves—and herself. René Peña-Govea is a writer, educator, and musician born and raised in San Francisco. René published her first poem and released her first album at age fifteen, and since then, has been named a Publishers Weekly Spring 2026 Writer to Watch, an inaugural Bay Beats musician, a YBCA-100 Honoree, a Las Musas Hermana, an SFPL Brown-Handler Resident, a Creative-in-Residence at The Ruby, and a Nomadic Literary awardee. She works as a middle school librarian, and performs music with three generations of La Familia Peña-Govea and as René y Familia. Estela, Undrowning is her first novel. Aida Salazar is an award-winning author, translator, and arts activist whose writings explore issues of identity and social justice. Her critically acclaimed verse novels and picture books have received over twenty five awards including an ALA Caldecott Honor, an ALA Pura Belpre Honor, The Malka Penn Human Rights in Children's Literature Award, The Américas Award, two Tomás Rivera Book Awards, a NSK Nuesdtat Finalist, several Gold Medal International Latino Book Awards among other distinctions. She lives with her family of artists in Oakland, CA. THIS EVENT is free but registration is requested. Registration ends at 6:00 pm on March 21. BECAUSE SEATING is limited, please register only if you plan to attend. DUE TO SPACE limitations, we may not be able to accommodate every person at an event, so early registration is encouraged. WALK-INS will be accommodated only if space allows. WE ASK that attendees arrive between 6:15 and 6:30 PM for the event. PLEASE leave your non-support companion animals at home. OUR shared restrooms are not accessible after 6:30 PM, please plan accordingly.

Saturday, 21, 18.30 - Saturday, 21, 20.00 Berkeley, CA _$25

Viva El Mariachi 2026
Viva El Mariachi 2026
Get ready to experience the vibrant sounds and energy of mariachi music at Viva El Mariachi 2026! Viva El Mariachi 2026 Get Ready to experience the vibrant sounds and energy of the SFUSD Mariachi music at Viva El Mariachi 2026. This is the perfect event for the lovers of Mexican traditions, Do not miss this celebration in person it will make your heart beat to the rhythm of the Mariachi

Friday, 20, 18.00 - Friday, 20, 20.00 San Francisco, CA _$25

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Guajiron Cuban Jam at Muddy Waters
Guajiron Cuban Jam at Muddy Waters
Live Cuban jam session every 3rd Friday w/Guajirón band at Muddy Waters! Come to dance or jump in and jam — it's free! Cuban Jam Sessions every 3rd Friday at Bissap! 🎶💃🏽🎺Join us for a night of live music, community, and Latin rhythms hosted by the incredible Guajirón — a powerhouse Latin band bringing heat to the Mission! 🗓 Every 2rd Friday ⏰ 8-11PM 📍 521 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 💸 $10 cover 🎵 Live Cuban, Salsa & Tropical Jazz jam. Come to jam or to dance! Whether you're a musician ready to sit in or a dancer looking for a groove, this night is all about sharing rhythm, culture, and vibes with the community. 🔥 What to expect:– Open jam session for musicians– Salsa, Cuban, and tropical jazz rhythms– Full bar & West African food– Good energy + community vibes Bring your instrument, bring your friends, and let’s make music together. 🎷🎶

Friday, 20, 20.00 - Friday, 20, 23.00 San Francisco, CA _$25

Las Mermeladas: Free Music Jam in Berkeley (All Ages & Skill Levels)
Las Mermeladas: Free Music Jam in Berkeley (All Ages & Skill Levels)
Monthly community music jam in Berkeley. All ages and skill levels welcome. Play, sing, or listen. Free, low-pressure gathering at La Peña. Every 3rd Wednesday Looking for an open Berkeley music jam where you can play live music, meet other musicians, and feel supported while exploring Latin American music styles? Las Mermeladas is a relaxed, welcoming space to connect through music in community. This monthly jam centers Latin American and Afro-Latin music styles like salsa, cumbia, boleros, Latin jazz, and regional folk music. Musicians are invited to take solos, vocalists are welcomed throughout the night, and there are often opportunities to try out instruments like güiro, bongos, and congas. All ages. All instruments. All skill levels welcome. Led by José Roberto Hernández, the jam is gently facilitated so newcomers, seasoned musicians, and families alike can participate and feel included! No jam experiance needed. No instrument needed. Bring your curiousity, your compañerismo, and your love of music! ¡Nos vemos en La Peña!

Wednesday, 18, 18.30 - Wednesday, 18, 20.30 Berkeley, CA _$25

Empowering Women of Color Open Mic at La Peña
Empowering Women of Color Open Mic at La Peña
Join us in centering women of color storytelling through spoken word and performance. The Empowering Women of Color Open Mic is back! We’ve missed you! Join us for an evening of live music, spoken word, radical storytelling, and powerful performances that uplift and celebrate the creativity of women* of color. This beloved open mic is a long-standing collaboration between La Peña Cultural Center and UC Berkeley’s Women of Color Initiative, serving as the launch event of the Empowering Women of Color Conference (EWOCC) - one of the nation’s longest-running conferences addressing the needs and experiences of womxn of color. Since its founding in 1985, EWOCC has brought together activists, artists, scholars, and community leaders to advance intersectional feminist movements rooted in justice and solidarity. Rooted in Black feminism and collective joy, this open mic welcomes everyone into a sacred space that centers the voices, stories, and expressions of women of color, while inviting all to witness, listen, and be in community. Come be part of an inspiring community grounded in love, art, and liberation. *We use “women” as an inclusive term embracing all who experience or connect with womanhood through identity, spirit, or lived experience, past, present, future, and fluid, while honoring the diverse ways gender is expressed, including by trans and non-binary folks.

Friday, 13, 20.00 - Friday, 13, 22.00 Berkeley, CA _$25

41st Annual Empowering Womxn of Color Conference
41st Annual Empowering Womxn of Color Conference
The 41st Annual Empowering Womxn of Color Conference will be held on March 14, 2026. Join us to celebrate each other and community! In this 41st Annual EWOCC, we set out to create a space to celebrate the radical, unyielding, and deeply intentional love that womxn of color embody as we build, resist, heal, and transform. We will reflect on the importance of community building, solidarity, and collective power while embracing self-care and love. We will be featuring workshop presenters, a Q&A panelist session, as well as a catered lunch and light refreshments! $1 of each ticket sale will go towards the payment of our Shuumi Land Tax. The Shuumi Land Tax is a voluntary annual contribution that non-Indigenous people living on the Confederated Villages of Lisjan’s territory can make to support the critical work of the Sogorea Te’ Land Trust. Conference Agenda: 9:00AM Check-in + Breakfast + Entertainment 10:00AM Welcome + Opening Circle 11:00AM Morning Workshops 12:30PM Panel Session + Vendor Fair + Lunch 3:00PM Afternoon Workshops 4:30PM Closing + Entertainment The 2026 conference artwork is designed by Soni Lopez-Chavez. Born in Cuitzeo de Abasolo in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico, Soni pulls from her Chichimeca heritage and lived experience as a first-generation immigrant to empower historically marginalized communities. Soni’s art covers a wide variety of different topics and causes. A representation of her Indigenous ancestry, her life lived back and forth between two nations.

Saturday, 14, 09.00 - Saturday, 14, 17.00 Berkeley, CA _$25

El Sonido Del Orgullo
El Sonido Del Orgullo
Celebrating San Mateo County Student Mariachi and Ballet Folklórico Programs Location: South San Francisco High School Auditorium Date: March 12, 2026 Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE (everyone with a seat must have a ticket) Donations accepted to support our school programs Featured Performers: Ballet Folklórico Alma de México South San Francisco High School Burlingame School District Casa Circulo Cultural Mariachi Los Leones Del Rancho Cesar Chavez Middle School Hillsdale High School Jefferson High School Mariachi Guerrero South San Francisco High School Mills High School South San Francisco Parks & Recreation Department

Thursday, 12, 19.00 - Thursday, 12, 22.00 South San Francisco, CA _$25

Argentine Tango 101 with Felipe and Ayano: Series of 6 Dance Classes
Argentine Tango 101 with Felipe and Ayano: Series of 6 Dance Classes
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.

Wednesday, 11, 19.00 - Wednesday, 11, 20.30 Berkeley, CA _$25

Latinas Forever: Nuestro Carnaval
Latinas Forever: Nuestro Carnaval
Latinas Forever! A Sunday brunch party with drag, Latina pop anthems, mimosas, sangria, and 15+ food trucks in Mission Bay. 🌸 LATINAS FOREVER! Nuestro Carnaval 💃🏽 A celebration of cultura, comunidad y alegría! Sunday, March 8th, 2026 | 12PM – 4PM SPARK Social SF | 601 Mission Bay Blvd N, San Francisco, CA 94158 Tickets: Buy early & your first drink is on us! 21+ ONLY – Valid ID required for entry. After the Latinas Forever: Maiden Lane Takeover, the streets were still buzzing—and y’all made one thing clear: May is too far away. Introducing Nuestro Carnaval coming this March🎭✨ This edition of Latinas Forever! is inspired by Carnaval across Latin America—a bold, high-energy celebration where rhythm, color, drag, and joy take center stage. Think feathers, samba, perreo, and pure fiesta vibes. 💃🏽 DRAG = LATINA CARNAVAL ENERGY Fierce queens bringing nonstop curves, confidence, and choreography. Expect hip shakes, hair flips, samba-inspired drama, and tongue pops that don’t quit—this stage is pure femme fire 🔥 🎶 LATINA POP + CARNAVAL BANGERS with DJ Nikki Diamonds A vibrant, global Latina soundtrack that hits HARD: Karol G • Becky G • Kali Uchis • Natti Natasha • Danna Paola • Bad Gyal • Selena 🇧🇷 Anitta & Ludmilla bringing full Brazilian Carnaval energy If it makes you scream “¡Qué chimba!”, drop into perreo, or start moving like you’re in Rio at golden hour—it’s on the setlist 💥🎶 🛍️ SHOP LATINA-OWNED: LATINA MARKET IS BACK! Our Latina-Owned Market is back and better than ever! Come browse, support, and celebrate incredible Latina makers—no ticket required to check out the market 💖✨ From art and accessories to goods made with love and cultura, this market is all about uplifting Latina creatives and small businesses. ✨ Vendor lineup coming soon! ✨ 🍹 MIMOSAS + CHIMOSAS Sip like a star with tropical sangrias, bubbly mimosas, and our signature Mamacita Margarita - sweet, strong, and totally iconic. 🍽 15+ FOOD TRUCKS = 15+ FLAVORS OF DIVA With 15+ permanent food trucks on site, you and your chicas can mix, match, and share bites from all your faves. From breakfast burritos and birria ramen to global street eats and brunchy bites—there’s sabor for every mood (and every photo op).

Sunday, 08, 12.00 - Sunday, 08, 16.00 San Francisco, CA _$25

Black History Month Student Showcase
Black History Month Student Showcase
Join us for student performances inspired by the Black Renaissance. Young authors in 826 Valencia's Black Students Initiative will showcase their original work for their community. All are welcome to attend! Presented in partnership with the Museum of the African Diaspora.

Thursday, 26, 17.00 - Thursday, 26, 18.30 San Francisco, CA _$25

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Jasmine Davaloo
Jasmine Davaloo
Jasmine Davaloo is the Founder of The Law Office of Jasmine Davaloo, an established and reputable family law practice in San Francisco Bay Area . She handles all types of family law issues, such as obtaining a dissolution of marriage (divorce) or domestic partnership, securing child custody, child support and spousal support (alimony) orders, dividing assets and debts, and modifying or enforcing existing court orders. She serves clients in Marin, San Francisco, Alameda and Sonoma counties only. Ms. Davaloo received her B.A. in political science from the University of California, Los Angeles where she graduated cum laude with College Honors, and received her Juris Doctorate degree from University of California, Hastings College of the Law. Attorney Davaloo genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She listens to and understands her clients’ needs, and guides them through the most difficult time of their lives with the utmost care, zealous advocacy and professionalism.

Camelia Mahmoudi
Camelia Mahmoudi
Legal services in the areas of (1) Trust, Estate, including Wills, Living Trusts, Probate, Trust Administration, and Conservatorships. (2) Taxation, including Compromise of Tax Liabilities, Tax Payment Agreements and Workouts, Defense Against IRS Collection, Audit and Appeals, and Abatement of Tax Penalties (3) Family Law, including Prenuptial Agreements, Divorce, Custody, Division of Assets, and Guardianships. Certification/Specialties Camelia Mahmoudi is Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law from the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization Public Interest Certificate Bar Admissions California U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court Northern District of California Adjunct Faculty, Santa Clara University, California Former Faculty, Lincoln Law School of San Jose, California Super Lawyer: Years of selection: 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012 Rising Star: 2011

Kelly Honglei Bu
Kelly Honglei Bu
Founded in 2008, the Law Office of Kelly H. Bu in Pleasanton, California, provide immigration and corporate legal advice to the San Francisco Bay Area community, to domestic and international corporations, and to immigrants wishing to enter the U.S. We are committed to providing the very highest standard of service to our clients, and are proud to serve the Bay Area community. If you need legal assistance for your business, if you are emigrating to the U.S., or petitioning for a visa on behalf of a relative or spouse from within the U.S., we can help.

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National Alliance for Filipino Concerns Mission
National Alliance for Filipino Concerns Mission
NAFCON is a national alliance of Filipino organizations, institutions, and individuals that responds to the concerns of Filipinos in the US and in the Philippines by creating an action-oriented platform that brings people together through culture & heritage, education, health & wellness, and advocacy.

San Francisco, CA

Women's Council of Associated Real Property Brokers
Women's Council of Associated Real Property Brokers
Serving Berkeley, California, the Women's Council of Associated Real Property Brokers represents a legacy of women's empowerment in real estate spanning over sixty years. Founded as an affiliate of NAREB, which began in 1947, the organization has grown to become the largest of NAREB's eight affiliate organizations, dedicated to elevating professional standards and fostering leadership among women in the real estate field. The Women's Council creates a supportive community where members advocate collectively for fair housing, economic equality, educational advancement, and social dignity. The organization's mission centers on encouraging leadership, education, and the exchange of information through collaborative group learning techniques that empower women to increase their knowledge and expertise. Members of the Women's Council of ARPB are united by a commitment to ethical conduct and a shared philosophy that collective voices achieve greater accomplishments and unmatched results. Through partnerships with other women's organizations and involvement in community initiatives, the Berkeley-based Women's Council works to transform the real estate industry by promoting professional excellence, supporting aspiring professionals through mentorship, and ensuring that women have equal opportunities to become premier leaders in their communities.

Berkeley, CA

YWCA Berkeley - Oakland
YWCA Berkeley - Oakland
The YWCA Berkeley/Oakland is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, developing leaders, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. The YWCA is a global movement working for the empowerment, leadership, and rights of women, young women and girls in more than 100 countries. The YWCA Berkeley/Oakland is an independent, non-profit organization that provides programs, classes, workshops, and resources for the Berkeley and Oakland community. We also work closely with UCB students since we are located near the University of California, Berkeley campus. Over a 125 year rich tradition of dedication to the empowerment of girls and women, to racial and social justice for ALL people.

Berkeley, CA