Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival
Los Angeles, California, USA
September 12 – September 19, 2008
Description:
The Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF) is a nonprofit organization whose commitments are: To promote awareness and distribution of Latin cinema by bringing our Latin cultures to the public’s awareness through film, the most influential audiovisual medium of our time. To showcase and nurture existing and emerging creative talent while serving as a springboard and catalyst for the promotion of Latin films and filmmakers.
Location: various
Website: http://www.latinofilm.org/
Telephone: 323-469-9066
Email: info@latinofilm.org
Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC)
Los Angeles, California, USA
September 06 – September 07, 2008
Description:
Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC) on September 6 & 7, 2008 at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro, CA. FPAC is Southern California’s largest and longest running Filipino tradition. FPAC is made possible by over 250 participating artists, 400 volunteers and 25,000 attendees over the weekend. Set in the breathtaking seaside park of Point Fermin, FPAC has something for the whole family to enjoy.
There is so much to experience at this year’s FPAC. Please check back often at our website – www.filamarts.org – for any information and additional updates.
Please spread the word, tell your friends! – and we will see you this September 6 & 7 at Point Fermin!
Performers:
Headlining this year’s Festival is Latin Soul Living Legend, Joe Bataan. Described as a romantic street punk, a jailbird with spirit, a champion of the blue-collar underdog – Joe Bataan is a rebel with soul. Known for such hits as “Ordinary Guy (Afrofilipino),” “Gypsy Woman,” and “Mi Nube (My Cloud)” Joe Bataan’s music has a multigenerational and multicultural reach. He returns to FPAC to bless us again with his music and boundless energy.
Also headlining this year is Christine “Happy Slip” Gambito. An internet celebrity, Happy Slip is the #8 most subscribed ever on YouTube and has had over 6 million hits!!! Earlier this year, she was also named an Ambassador by the Department of Tourism, Philippines.
In addition to Joe Bataan and Happy Slip, we are proud to bring back some FPAC favorites, such as Bambu, Anthony Castelo, Kayamanan Ng Lahi Philippine Folk Arts, Ronalla Club of Los Angeles, Kiwi, the Committee, Sampaguita Dance Ensemble, KULTURA, IMB Academy, the Balut eating contest, Seniors’ Vegetable contest, the youth Ati-Atihan parade, live art and painting at the Pilipino Artist Network Pavilion and much much more.
We are also excited to introduce newcomers to the Festival, such as the Tinikling Dance Battle and Modern Dance Showcase featuring Kaba Modern, as well as a whole variety of amazing performers.
Location: Point Fermin Park – 807 W. Paseo del Mar,
Directions:
807 W. Paseo del Mar
110 Freeway south
Exit Gaffey – turn left, proceed approximately 3 miles. Turn right onto Shepard, Shepard becomes W. Paseo del Mar, Point Fermin Park is located at 807 W. Paseo del Mar.
Times:
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
both Saturday and Sunday
Admission & Parking:
$5 Presale
$7 Day of Event
Free parking and shuttle
Website: http://www.filamarts.org
Telephone: (323)913-4663
Email: info@filamarts.org
Sunset Junction Street Fair
Los Angeles, California, USA
August 23 – August 24, 2008
Description:
The Sunset Junction Street Fair is an event held annually in the Sunset Junction neighborhood of the Silver Lake community in Los Angeles, California. Occurring annually in late August, the two-day neighborhood festival was first held in 1980 as a way to quell tensions between the neighborhood’s long-time Latino residents and the newer gay residents, who some felt were causing the neighborhood to become gentrified. ([Los Angeles Business Journal], December 9, 2002)
The festival, put on by the Sunset Junction Neighborhood Alliance, closes off a large portion of Sunset Boulevard and features live music, rides, food and merchandise vendors. Over the years many noted musicians and musical acts have performed, including Beck, Elliott Smith, Sleater-Kinney, X, Camper Van Beethoven, Chaka Khan and the Ladies of The Supremes among others.
Location: Sunset Junction
Directions:
From Long Beach and South Los Angeles Take the Harbor Fwy (110) North to the Hollywood (101) North . Exit at Vermont Avenue, turn right onto Vermont and drive North to Santa Monica Boulevard, Turn right onto Santa Monica Blvd. and drive East to the junction of Santa Monica and Sunset Blvds. From Pasadena and North East Los Angeles Take the Foothill Fwy (210) West to the Pasadena Fwy (110) South to the Hollywood Fwy (101) North. Exit at Vermont Avenue, turn right onto Vermont and drive North to Santa Monica Boulevard, Turn right onto Santa Monica Blvd. and drive East to the junction of Santa Monica and Sunset Blvds. From Orange and San Diego Counties Take the Interstate 5 North to the Hollywood Fwy (101) North. Exit at Vermont Avenue, turn right onto Vermont and drive North to Santa Monica Boulevard, Turn right onto Santa Monica Blvd. and drive East to the junction of Santa Monica and Sunset Blvds. From East LA, San Gabriel Valley & San Bernardino County.
Website: http://www.sunsetjunction.org/streetfair.html
Telephone: (323) 661-7771
Email: SunsetJunction@SunsetJunction.org
New Year’s Event in San Francisco, CA
Welcome the new year in the exciting & historic city of San Francisco.
There are all kinds of celebrations and festivities planned to ring in the new year.
As you celebrate the new year, you’ll have the beauty of the San Francisco area surrounding you.
Be sure to also check out all the sites including Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, Coit Tower, PIER 39, and of course the Golden Gate Bridge.
Get your new year off to a great start with a trip to San Francisco.
When: December 31, 2008
Christmas in San Francisco, CA
Spend your Christmas holiday in the beautiful city by the bay known as San Francisco.
This historic city offers a wide range of different activities for all ages. You could enjoy a cruise of San Francisco Bay and explore all the sites of the city including Chinatown, PIER 39, Fisherman’s Wharf, Alcatraz, Coit Tower, and of course the famous Golden Gate Bridge. Spend your winter holiday in the exciting and amazing city of San Francisco.
When: 2008: December 1 – December 25, 2008
San Francisco Documentary Film Festival in San Fracisco, CA
Celebrate the power, importance, and fun of documentary films at the San Francisco Documentary Film Festival.
Documentaries have become more widespread and visible in recent years. These movies can be either in short or long form and cover a variety of different subjects, this festival has a film everyone can enjoy. Documentaries can be strong films with a social or political message, or a fun comedic look at life. The San Francisco Documentary Film Festival honors the documentary and increases the popularity of this unique art form.
When: November 11, 2008 – November 18, 2008
Venue: The Roxie Cinema in San Francisco, CA
World Veg Festival in San Francisco Oct 4 – 5, 2008
Date and Time: Saturday, Oct 4 10:00a to Sunday, Oct 5 6:00p
Venue: San Francisco County Fair Building, San Francisco, CA
The San Francisco Vegetarian Society and co-sponsor In Defense of Animals present its 9th World Veg Festival on Saturday and Sunday, October 4 – 5, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the S.F. County Fair building, Golden Gate Park, at Lincoln and 9th Avenue. Suggested minimum $6 donation. FREE admission to children under 12 years old and seniors over 65.
Website: Event Web Site
Castro Street Fair
When: October 5, 2008
Price: Donations Requested; $4
A terrific neighborhood party for one of San Francisco’s prominent gay districts, this annual event also benefits a wealth of local charities. The festivities take place the first Sunday of October, and a number of streets are co-opted by dance stages, music performances, arts and crafts exhibits, and food vendors. Outdoor pavilions play country, house, and other types of music to get people dancing, and even after the fair ends officially, many local businesses keep the party going until the wee hours.
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Venue: 17th and Castro Sts, San Francisco, CA 94114
San Francisco Jazz Festival
When: September 4 – October 30, 2008
Price: Free – $100
A strong presence in the world of jazz performance, SFJF showcases the musical genre in myriad ways throughout the year. However, this annual festival is one of its most prominent efforts. Performers hail from across the globe and from the area, representing what’s best in traditional jazz and what’s emerging in new movements. Aside from the weeks-long festival, the organization presents free outdoor concerts each summer, hosts educational programs, and works to build audience appreciation.
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Venue: various locations – Herbst Theater War Memorial, San Francisco, CA
Folsom Street Fair
When: September 28, 2008
Price: Event Prices Vary
The world’s largest leather event,” is a fair that is also officially listed as the third largest in California (behind the Rose Bowl and San Francisco Pride). For one day, the South of Market district on Folsom Street between 7th and 12th Sts comes alive with folks decked out in head to to fetish-wear. Onlookers should have their cameras ready, this is one eye-opening event you don’t want to miss. Donations at the gates and proceeds from beverage purchases will benefit local charities.
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Venue: Folsom St and 7th St, San Francisco
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