By Magdy Zara
Raíz Magazine has organized the 2026 San José Flower and Song Festival, where you can enjoy a weekend with your family filled with fun outdoor activities. This bilingual event will focus on culture, poetry, and community art.
There will be three days of activities, including a free art workshop, an art exhibit, a youth poetry event, an open mic, a book fair, and much more.
During the festival, you will have the opportunity to share the work you have created in workshops, present it in open mic sessions, and even promote your books.
The Festival will take place starting this Friday, April 24, at different locations and times.
The opening ceremony will be held on Friday, April 24, at the Raíz Magazine offices, located at 3275 Stevens Creek Blvd Ste 301. Saturday, the 25th, at Escuela Popular, 149 N. White Rd; Sunday, the 26th, at the Dr. Roberto Cruz Alum Rock Branch Library, 3090 Alum Rock Ave.
Annual Job Fair Connects Students with Career Opportunities
El Camino College and the South Bay Workforce Investment Board will host the 26th Annual Job Fair, a free event open to the public where students and community members can explore career options, connect with potential employers, and take the next step in their professional development.
More than 100 employers from various industries will be present, offering opportunities in areas such as healthcare, medical administration, manufacturing, transportation, retail, customer service, food, office, government, childcare, construction, landscaping, education, social services, automotive, security, and professional services, among others.
During the fair, recruiters will be available to discuss openings and, in some cases, may offer on-the-spot interviews. Attendees are encouraged to bring their resumes and dress in professional casual attire to make the most of this opportunity.
The event is presented by El Camino College Career Services in collaboration with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board.
It will take place on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the El Camino College Student Services Plaza.
Celebrate Book Day with the Children at Home
As part of the Book Day and Children’s Day celebrations, share a special day of creativity and learning with your family and friends.
The San Francisco Public Library, in conjunction with other organizations, hosts an annual festival to provide a day of creativity and learning in the heart of the Mission District.
This year’s event will feature live music, dance, and storytelling, as well as fun crafts and activities for all ages. There will also be surprises and gifts from our partners.
This Sunday, April 26, was the chosen day for this celebration, which will take place starting at 11 a.m. at Parque Niños Unidos, located at 3090 23rd St, San Francisco. Admission is free.
