by Margine Quintanilla
The new building that houses the Contemporary Jewish Museum, designed by Daniel Libeskind opened on Saturday June 8, 2008. Unique opening expositions will be on display. Location, Yerba Buena Gardens in San Francisco.
History of Chicano Movement
Learn the history of the Chicano movement in the United States. Informative sessions will be held every Tuesday, beginning June 10th and will run to August 5th, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at el Cafetazo, 3087 16th Street/Mission St. also in Berkley from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at 382 Pasillo Boalt, open to the general public. Come to one session or to all. For more information Call 415-864-1278.
‘Fondo Popular de la Mision’ opens its doors to the community
An innovative organization whose mission is to help families of low income facing immigration issues has just opened its doors to the community.
The mission of the organization is to increase access to financial services, savings and opportunities for investment as a tool for the residents of the Mission to construct a strong economic future for the individual and the community.
Information about programs available at grand opening of “Fondo Popular , will be Wednesday June 11th, from 10:00am-5:00 p.m. at the following location 1500 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 200. For more information call 415-738-2559, or visit the Internet website at www.fondopopular.org.
Health Care, Yes! Insurance Companies, NO!
Hundreds of persons of all walks of life will conduct a protest against medical insurance companies. This event will be held during the insurance companies convention in SF. It will be held Thursday June 19th at 12:00 p.m. at Moscone 4 on Howard Street in San Francisco, for more information call 415-695-7891.
