by the El Reportero’s staff
Zahara Flamenco Marroquí
In honor of the Latina artistic contributions s in the areas of literature, film, music, dance and visual arts, the Consulate General of Mexico (here in San Francisco) will host an exhibition of female artists of Latin descent from the Bay Area and around the world.
In edition to the main events that will take place at the Consulate General, located at 532 Folsom St., there will also be a series of performances and attractions, such as murals, videos, and music at the SF Symphony, Mission Cultural Center, the Smith Rafael Film Center and the University of San Francisco.
The main event at the Consulate is on Oct 20 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with other ones running through Dec 13.
For RSVP info, call: 415.354.1721 or for more info, go to www.mfelix@sre.gob.mx. http://www.mexicosf.com/mexicoinsf/menu/numina-femenina.
Zahara makes the U.S. scene
A new trendy Flamenco/Moroccan music/dance style mix called Zahara is making the U.S. scene and is being featured for the second time here locally in San Francisco.
Zahara has been around for about a year and is described as being passionate, dynamic, innovative, fun music to cut loose and dance to!
Gypsy Flamenco singer Kina Mendez from,Jerez de la Frontera, and the Moroccan Musicians of El Hamideen will be the featured performers. This event will take place at the Swedish American Music Hall, 2174 Market St., Oct. 21 at 8 p.m.
For tickets and info, go to www.cafedunord.com.
Fort Mason and Woman’s Building celebrates local/afar craftswomen
The Celebration of Craftswomen will feature its annual show, drawing attention to local artists and those from afar at Fort Mason’s Festival Pavilion Center.
The show will include 160 women artists, among them many respected Latinas. Participating Latina art
