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The Bowers Museum’s August programs showcase the diversity of Latino culture

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Latinos, mexico, Movies, music, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Bowers Museum Latino Program for August

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 12, 2014

CONTACT
Victor Payan
Latino Audience Engagement Specialist
714-567-3645
vpayan@bowers.org

BOWERS MUSEUM FEATURES GREAT LATINO PROGRAMS IN AUGUST

Lineup includes Lecture about Buenos Aires, Spanish Masters Presentation and Lalo Guerrero Doc

The Bowers Museum is proud to present a number of wonderful Latino programs in August, which showcase the diversity of the Latino community. The Bowers Museum is located at 2002 N. Main St. in the heart of Santa Ana. All events take place in the Norma Kershaw Auditorium. Student tickets are only $5.

On Thursday, August 14, join award-winning lecturer Jacqueline Hahn for An Evening in Buenos Aires: The “Good Air,” the Paris of South America. Madame Hahn will take you on a delightful trip to Buenos Aires. Explore the rich history, geography, architecture, sprawling avenues, parks, museums, and cafés of this enchanting city. Attendees will receive a free, autographed textbook from Ms. Hahn. The presentation begins at 7pm. Continue reading→

Santa Ana Library Book Club features book about Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Entertainment, Literature, Military, Movies, Santa Ana, Veterans Leave a comment

City of Santa Ana

Community Alert: SANTA ANA PUBLIC LIBRARY BEGINS SERIES OF PROGRAMS WAR COMES HOME: FINDING PEACE AT THE HOME FRONT

SANTA ANA, CA – The Santa Ana Public Library will begin a series of free programs under the War Comes Home: Finding Peace at the Home Front CA Reads funded project. The first program is a discussion of the book Blue Cascade and viewing of the film Severe Clear.

First Lt. Mike Scotti, a Marine who participated in both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) wrote The Blue Cascade. This is a well-written, hard-hitting memoir of a veteran of both Afghanistan and Iraq during the early years of 2000. The language and emotions are raw, but real, as the author shared how living through the war, seeing and experiencing what he did affected him and his fellow marines. Continue reading→

Lalo Guerrero documentary to screen at the Bowers on August 21

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Latino Leaders, Latinos, Movies, Santa Ana Leave a comment

MARK YOUR CALENDAR – BOWERS SUMMER NIGHTS MOVIE NIGHT ON THURSDAY| August 21

Lalo Guerrero: The Original Chicano, With Special Guest introduction and post-screening discussion

The career and songbook of the legendary “Father of Chicano Music” guide the viewer through seven decades of Mexican-American / Chicano history from Repatriation, the Zoot Suit riots and the UFW to the minifalda/mini-skirt and Chicano pride and prejudice. Guerrero captured it all in a dazzling array of musical genres including rancheras, boogie, tropical, norteño, cha-chas, mambos and beautiful boleros. Learn about the life and legacy of this multi-talented national musical treasure through rare photographs, historic footage and musical performances. Interviews with Linda Ronstadt, Ry Cooder, Dolores Huerta, Cheech Marin, Luis Valdez, Edward James Olmos and Los Lobos’ Louie Perez and Dave Hidalgo help bring Lalo Guerrero’s eclectic cultural tapestry to life! Continue reading→

Fairhaven Memorial Park’s Movies in the Park featuring “Stand By Me” set for 8/16

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Entertainment, Family, Movies, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Join Fairhaven Memorial Park for a special screening of the classic 80s film “Stand By Me” on Saturday, August 16. This event is part of Fairhaven’s free annual summer entertainment series which features two special screenings of classic, family-friendly films and a concert in the park. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets and their favorite movie snacks to enjoy classic movies under the stars. The event area opens at 7:30 p.m.; movie begins at 8:15.

Date and Time: Saturday, August 16 at 8:15 p.m. Continue reading→

Do the Right Thing 25th anniversary screening set for 4/8 at Frida Cinema

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in African Americans, Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Movies, Santa Ana Leave a comment

DO THE RIGHT THING 25th Anniversary Screening + A Conversation with actor ROGER GUENVEUR SMITH

The Frida Cinema presents Spike Lee’s groundbreaking 1989 film “Do the Right Thing” on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, at 8 pm, followed by a Q&A with actor Roger Guenveur Smith (“Smiley”), at 305 E. Fourth St., in Downtown Santa Ana.

Radio Raheem. Buggin’ Out. Da Mayor. Smiley. Sal’s Pizzeria. ”Fight the Power.” In the 25 years since its release, there is so much about “Do the Right Thing” that has become iconic, and the stuff of cinema lexicon. A collage of young faces that would go on to stardom – Martin Lawrence, Samuel L. Jackson, John Turturro, Rosie Perez, and of course Lee himself, starring in his third feature film, and establishing himself a leader in the new wave of independent auteur filmmakers. That incredible soundtrack and score, blending Bill Lee’s soulful, sultry jazz with contemporary rap and R&B including tracks by Public Enemy and Keith John. And of course, that remarkable dialogue, both written by Lee and, in the case of the hilarious trio sitting on the corner, improvised. Continue reading→

Controversial movies to screen at Frida Cinema starting this Sat. night

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Movies, Santa Ana Leave a comment

The Frida CInema, in Downtown Santa Ana, is opening a series of controversial films, called Controversial Celluloid, on Saturday, April 5, 2014, from 6 yo 10 pm, with a midnight screening of Stanley Kubrick’s “A Clockwork Orange.” Featuring Artists from Santa Ana & Los Angeles, with a back drop of film scores and soundtracks in the theater lobby.

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View the film of the first U.S. women to fight in combat at the S.A. Library

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Entertainment, Movies, Santa Ana, Women Leave a comment

Join the Santa Ana Public Library as it presents, Lioness, the untold story of the first group of women soldiers in US history to be sent into direct combat.

The film will be followed by a brief Q&A with Air Force veteran, Lt. Col. Carla Marcinek and Army veteran, Samantha Sanchez.

This program is FREE and open to the community. Continue reading→

OC premier of “Rising from Ashes” set for 2/24 at the West Coast Theater

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Bicycles, Charities, Entertainment, Movies, Santa Ana Leave a comment

One night only! Join our 50 Mile Ride for Rwanda fans on Monday Feb 24 at the exclusive OC premier of “Rising from Ashes”, an inspiring true story about the rise of the Rwandan National Cycling Team. The film will be presented at the historic West Coast Theater in old town Santa Ana (near the Civic Center). Doors open at 6:30pm and the screening starts at 7:00pm. After the film you’ll get to meet the filmmakers as well as Team Rwanda member Rafiki Uwimana (the one with the infectious smile and the boundless enthusiasm for life).

“Rising from Ashes” is a feature length documentary about two worlds colliding when cycling legend Jock Boyer moves to Rwanda to help a group of struggling genocide survivors pursue their dream of a national team. As they set out against impossible odds both Jock and the team find new purpose as they rise from the ashes of their past. (Note from Doug: I’ve seen the documentary a few times, with audiences of all types – and I guarantee you’ll be inspired and encouraged by the message – whether you are a cyclist or not). Continue reading→

Frida Cinema to open on Feb. 21 with a South East European Film Festival

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Movies, Santa Ana 6 Comments

Frida Cinema, Santa Ana’s own community arthouse cinema, dedicated to enriching, connecting, and educating communities through the art of cinema, is opening this month. Frida is located at 305 East Fourth St. in Downtown Santa Ana’s East End, which used to be referred to as Calle Cuatro.

The Frida Cinema has chosen to open their theater with one of the most celebrated Southern California foreign film festivals – the South East European Film Festival. Celebrating almost ten years of screening hundreds of films from countries often unrepresented by American distributors, SEEfest visits Orange County for the first time with a select group of films – many of them screening for the first time in the United States. Continue reading→

Open Mic Night and outdoor screening of Scrooged set for 12/24 at the Blue Lot

Posted on December 23, 2013 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Movies, Santa Ana Leave a comment

If you are looking for something different to do on Christmas Eve check out the Open Mic Night at the Blue Lot, which will be followed by a holiday movie (Scrooged), at 10 pm. The Blue Lot is located at 119 N Bush St. in Santa Ana. This will take place on Tuesday night, Dec. 24, from 7:00 pm until 10:00 pm.

This is true, unadulterated, to the heart, uncensored, what open mic was meant to be! Bring a chair and a blanket. Also, vegetables and meats, whatever you would like to grill. Continue reading→

Should Santa Ana go after the porn film business?

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Art Pedroza Posted in Free Speech, Movies Leave a comment

No on Measure B

In the year since Los Angeles voters passed Measure B requiring condoms on porn sets, the county has seen a 95% drop off in film production. In 2012, 480 permits for adult films were filed in LA County. In 2013, only 24 such permits have been filed, according to California County News.

Diane Duke, CEO of the Free Speech Coalition (the adult film industry trade group), said the county has lost nearly $500,000 in revenue. In arguing against the condom requirement, she said performers test for HIV every 14 days, and nobody has contracted HIV from filming production in nearly a decade. Continue reading→

Library to present “Macario” movie in honor of Day of the Dead

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Latinos, mexico, Movies, Santa Ana Leave a comment

City of Santa Ana Community Alert

Santa Ana Public Library in celebration of “The Day of the Dead” presents the Mexican-made movie MACARIO

SANTA ANA, CA (November 6, 2013) – The Santa Ana Public Library is pleased to present the Mexican film, Macario, starring Ignacio López Tarso and Pina Pellicer. A black and white classic, Macario was directed by Roberto Gavaldón and will be shown in Spanish with English subtitles.

Set during México’s Viceregal era, Macario is the story of an impoverished woodcutter whose only desire is to have a turkey all to himself at least once in his lifetime. When he meets three apparitions, he makes a deal with Death, a decision that changes his life drastically. Continue reading→

Santa Ana Police Foundation to premiere The Virginian, at event on 10/27

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Art Pedroza Posted in Charities, Entertainment, Movies, Santa Ana, Santa Ana Police Foundation Leave a comment

Santa Ana Police Department Advisory: Santa Ana Police Foundation world premiere screening of “The Virginian” starring Trace Adkins and Ron Perlman

On Sunday, 10-27-2013 at 1645 hours, the Santa Ana Police Foundation will be coordinating a benefit to raise money for the Mounted, K-9, and Explorer Programs. Event includes live music, K9 and Mounted Unit appearances as well as the world premiere screening of “The Virginian” starring Trace Adkins and Ron Perlman. Country Star/Actor Trace Adkins will be attending. Continue reading→

Indie Fest USA Int’l Film & Music Festival set for Oct. 24-27 in Garden Grove

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Garden Grove, Movies, music 3 Comments

Indie Fest USA is taking place on the Historic Main Street and Village Green Park of beautiful Garden Grove in Southern California from October 24-27, 2013. This event will feature over 65 films and 14 bands!

The 7th annual Indie Fest USA Int’l Film & Music Festival is an exciting and entertaining eclectic mix of outstanding independent films from the US and International filmmakers and over 14 local and regional bands and solo artists in genres including rock, alt. rock, jazz, folk, cover and indie. Add to this red carpet events, special guests and celebrities including an Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe Winners plus hundreds of fans and followers.

Opening Night: Thursday, October 24th, 2013 Continue reading→

OC Film Fiesta Appreciation Party set for Oct. 16 at The Copper Door

Posted on October 12, 2013 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Movies, Santa Ana 2 Comments

For Immediate release: October 10, 13

For more information, email info@ocfilmfiesta.org

Sandra Lilia Velasquez Plays OC Film Fiesta Appreciation Party Oct. 16

Former Pistolera Frontwoman Debuts Solo EP at Free Santa Ana Show

(Santa Ana) The OC Film Fiesta invites you to a free Film Fiesta Appreciation Party featuring a critically acclaimed New York singer Sandra Lilia Velasquez (SLV) on Wednesday, October 16, at The Copper Door in downtown Santa Ana’s Artists Village.

Velasquez, frontwoman for the popular Latin alternative band Pistolera, will be performing new material from her debut solo EP, Dig Deeper, which was produced by 10-time Grammy nominee Meshell Ndegeocello. Continue reading→