by Magdy Zara
Momotombo SF presents two shows this weekend, with which they seek to
keep the legacy of Latin rock alive by sharing their music in a live concert format.
As you may remember, Momotombo SF is a band of 10 outstanding musicians from the San Francisco Bay Area, composed mainly of notable alumni of Malo and Santana.
One of the characteristics of this group is their mastery in the interaction of Latin jazz with rock, driven by Latin and Afro-Cuban rhythms, which creates a powerful Latin rock sound.
These concerts feature the music of Malo and Santana, the iconic bands native to San Francisco.
Momotombo’s performances will be on Saturday, Sept. 14 and Sunday, Sept. 15, starting at 8 p.m., at Toot’s Tavern, located at 627 2nd Avenue, Crockett.
Tickets start at $20 in advance. For more information, visit https://mrhatpresents.com/momotombo/
Celebrate Mexico’s Independence with the Pozole Festival
In the framework of Mexico’s independence, the Pozole Festival has been organized, in which the protagonists will be chile and mole.
The invitation is to be part of the celebration and immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere full of traditional food, lively performances and local art.
The event is this Saturday, Sept. 14 from 12 noon to 5 p.m., at the San José School of Arts and Culture, located at 1700 Alum Rock Avenue San José. Tickets cost $10
for adults and $5 for children $5, chips are included with the ticket.
The Guardians of Corn Film Screening
The Guardians of Corn is a documentary that explores the fragility of an ecosystem threatened by climate change, migration, and the incursion of processed foods and beverages, which endangers the corn harvest as we know it.
This is a film by Gustavo Vázquez, which was produced by Jonathan Barbieri and Yira Vallejo.
Its screening will be accompanied by an unmissable round table discussion that will feature contributions from director Gustavo Vázquez and producers Jonathan Barbieri, Yira Vallejo, and Daniela Tabora.
Farmers, artisans, and indigenous cooks tell the story, in Spanish and in their native languages, of the origins of native corn and how their ancestors herded these seeds in constant evolution from the dawn of agriculture to the 21st century, a collective effort spanning more than 350 generations. Their voices are joined by community leaders, scientists, chefs, and others who advocate for food sovereignty, genetic integrity, diversity, and community ownership of native seeds. Together, they stand up for a lasting cultural legacy and a way of life.
Vásquez, Barbieri, and Vallejo began filming the documentary Guardians of Corn in 2017. The film shows the efforts of indigenous farmers in Oaxaca to conserve native corn in the face of an uncertain future.
Guardians of Corn will be screened this Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Choir Auditorium of the San Francisco Public Library, located at 100 Larkin Street, starting at 2 p.m.
Enjoy Nicaraguan culture with the Banda Gueguense
For the first time in San Francisco, the Banda Gueguense comes to offer music, theater, and dance in their performances, creating a truly immersive experience for all attendees.
La Banda Gueguense is a celebrated folk music band that incorporates traditional elements of Nicaraguan culture into their music, earning an impressive reputation for their authentic and passionate interpretation of traditional music, offering a unique insight into the region’s rich cultural history.
You can’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with your roots and delight in a medley of Nica songs, including palo de mayo, chichero, cumbias, merengue and much more.
The event is next Sunday, Sept. 22 at Roccapulco, located at 3140 Mission St, San Francisco, starting at 1:00 p.m., tickets are $30.
