This is an event to celebrate the month of September, which is the commemoration of Chilean Independence from Spain. But for Mano a Mano Chile is an afternoon with live music and delicious Chilean dishes, to support those suffering the aftermath of the earthquake/tsunami.
The menu includes Asado a la Chilena, articuchos, empanadas, vegetarian ensaladas dishes and more. And the music will be performed by members of Grupo Araucaria plus Chilean singer Lichi Fuentes, Rafael Manriquez, Fena Torres.
At 397 Moraga Ave., Oakland, from noon to 6 p.m. Home of the Cabellos. For more information call 510-285-9044. Donation$25.
Mano a Mano is a non-profit organization that support those still suffering from the aftermath of the 8.8 earthquake/tsunami on Feb. 27, 2010.
40 years in the making: Galeria 4.0. A Retrospective
In two short weeks, get ready for one of the most visually stunning and packed history lessons ever. Galeria 4.0, A Retrospective is a commemorative exhibition documenting key aspects of Galeria’s forty-year history through archival materials and original artwork byover 40 artists.
The exhibit wil l span artworks from 1970 to 2010, and will feature works by more than 20 artists. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Opening reception refreshments provided by Lagunitas, IZZE, and many others, with music provided by DJztec Parrot.
Opening Friday, Sept. 24 at 7:30 p.m. through Jan. 29, 2011. At 2857 24th Street, San Francisco,
Also at Galeria – On October 3 Yerba Buena Gardens will treat Galería’s community to a free Latin Jazz Concert with Poncho Sanchez. The Grammy Award winning musician has gained fans worldwide through his distinctive sound, which infuses elements of Latin jazz, swing, bebop, salsa and other infectious beats.
The audience will enjoy a Sunday afternoon of musical performance set against the tranquil backdrop of the Yerba Buena Gardens. The urban oasis is regarded as an example of one of SanFrancisco’s finest urban developments and has garnered many prestigious awards over the years. Admission Free.
The celebration continues with a Gala Celebration, with the SF premiere of “Strange Democracy” by performance artist Guillermo Gómez-Peña, appearance by Sandra , awards ceremony and VIP party catered by Radio Africa Kitchen at Brava Theatre Center, 2781 24th Street, San Francisco. On Nov. 21, from 4 p.m.
Tickets for Amigos $40 (performance + food), Amigos with Benefits $65 (includes performance,VIP after party with food, drinks and special gift). Tickets available through: www.gal eria40th.eventbrite.com/.
California Nurses Association, Bay Area voters to protest while Meg Whitman and Carly Fiorina fundraise
Members of the California Nurses Association and a coalition of Bay Area voters will protest upcoming fundraisers next Monday and Tuesday at which Condi Rice, George W. Bush’s National Security Advisor andSecretary of State, will raise funds from GOP donors for candidates Meg Whitman and Carly Fiorina.
On Tuesday, September 21, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at the Hyatt Regency, 1333 Bayshore Blvd., Burlingame.
A song for a Seed, at la Peña
La Peña Community Chorus of Berkeley presents Canto Para Una Semilla / A song for a Seed, a cantata based on the autobiographical décimas of the great Chilean poet/musician Violeta Parra, arranged in four-part chorus and instruments by Chorus director Lichi Fuentes.
On Saturday, Sept. 25. 8 p.m., at La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. in Berkeley. 510-849-2568 http://www.lapena.org/event/ 1556.
