Compiled by the El Reportero’s staff
On November 20,1969 a group of Native Americans landed on Alcatraz Island and claimed it as their own. They stayed for 19 months. While the media reported every move and the government fought to stop them, families moved in, thousands of supporters visited or sent supplies, and drums beat far into the night.
After centuries of seeing their land stolen from them, Native Americans seized the rocky island and held on to it. Alcatraz became a symbol of hope, inspiration and change for Indian people everywhere.
On Saturday, April 9, at 1:30 p.m., at Playhouse Theater, 40 Main Street, Tiburon. To buy tickets click here: http://tiburonfilmfestival.ticketleap.com/
Absolute beginning Taiko workshop with Bruce Ghent
Learn the ancient art of Japanese Taiko drumming with Sensei Bruce ‘Mui’ Ghent. The Introductory Taiko class will cover basic fundamental skills and history which will prepare students to advance to the next level of classes.
Beginners ages 12-adult, with little or no music experience are welcome. Taiko drumming is a rigorous physical activity. Bring water and wear clothes to exercise. Class is taught with traditional martial arts etiquette and discipline as outlined in the student handbook supplied.
For more information, contact Bruce “Mui” Ghent at bruceghent@gmail.com or visit www.maikazedaiko.com.
Through April 10: Sundays, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., at the Dance Mission Theater. To register call 415-826-4441 or email dancemissiontheater@yahoo.com.
Also at the Dance Mission Theather:
Learn straight from this Legend in House Dance Culture!
Caleaf is one of the original pioneers to come out of New York’s dance movement in the late 80’s. He is a member of the famed Moptop Unit and Dance Fusion. Caleaf mixes Hip-Hop and House to create his own unique dance style.
Caleaf tours the world teaching the art of House dancing. His goal is to share the culture of the dance through performances and by teaching movement foundation, technique and history from an originator point of view. He is committed to keeping the culture alive for future generations of dancers.
Oblivion Season – Iran cinema
An ex-prostitute starts a new life by marrying her loved one but leaving the shadow of her dark past is not as easy as it seemed before. Now she is the prisoner of her loved one and to earn her freedom she should fight with the masculine society… On Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at 8 p.m. To buy tickets click here: http://tiburonfilmfestival.ticketleap.com/
Oakland Public Library programs show the way to a better financial future
April is Financial Literacy Month, which makes it the perfect time to meet expert financial counselors who can help you manage money and achieve your goals. The Oakland Public Library is offering a series of workshops to ensure everyone has the skills to build a better financial future.
Presented in partnership with Balance Pro of San Francisco with generous support from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, the Oakland Public Library’s Financial Empowerment series will address a variety of subjects such as identity theft, buying a home, financing higher education, credit, money management, and recovering from a financial crises. Most programs will be offered in English, but some will be available in Spanish or Cantonese.
Workshops run at different dates and hours: from April 16 to 26. For more info and details, please call Amy Sonnie, Librarian II, at asonnie@oaklandlibrary.org or (510) 238-6931, or visit www.oaklandlibrary.org.
