By Magdy Zara
The free monthly Valencia Street Party in San Francisco returns this week, bringing you three stages with live music every second Thursday of the month.
Dance to the rhythm of salsa, samba, R&B, rock, and much more, enjoy a wide variety of food and drinks, and admire artwork while strolling through the streets and sharing a unique day out.
This is a great opportunity to enjoy with the whole family, as there are attractions for all ages, and it’s a free celebration.
The event takes place on Valencia Street, between 16th and 19th Streets, in San Francisco’s American Indian Cultural District, this Thursday, November 13, from 5:00 to 10:00 PM.
The event is free, but RSVPs are recommended through the following page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/valencia-live-oct-9th-tickets
MCCLA Holds a Mole to Die For Contest
Want to be named the best Mole Chef in the Bay Area? Then this is your chance. The Mission Cultural Center for Latin Arts (MCCLA) has launched a contest for professional and amateur chefs to keep Latin American traditions alive.
The Mission Cultural Center for Latin Arts (MCCLA) was founded by artists and community activists with the vision of promoting, preserving, and developing the cultural arts and experiences of Chicano, Central American, South American, and Caribbean peoples.
This mole tasting contest is the perfect opportunity to savor delicious homemade recipes and vote for your favorite. The ticket price includes: tasting, mole dinner, drinks, altar display, and entertainment. To participate in the Mole to Die For contest, you have until November 11th to register. For registration and more information, you can contact info@missionculturalcenter.org.
The prizes will be awarded in cash and are as follows:
1st Place: $200
2nd Place: $100
3rd Place: $75
The contest will be held on November 15th of this year, from 12 to 2 PM, at their headquarters located at 2868 Mission Street, San Francisco.
Salsa Dance Thursdays at Sausalito
To enjoy a night of salsa, start with a free basic dance class taught by the fantastic Salsa Dance Marin team. You’ll learn some new steps or review the ones you already know before the real party begins.
DJ Franklin will be in charge, playing the best tracks to guarantee an incredible evening of dancing where salsa, bachata, merengue, and you will be the stars. So this is a great opportunity, whether you’re an expert dancer or want to try something new, to hit the dance floor and meet new people.
In addition to a variety of drinks and snacks, tickets cost $15 if purchased in advance and $20 at the door.
The event is on November 20th, starting at 7:00 PM, at Eria, 562 Bridgeway, Sausalito.
