By Marissa Palmer AUSTIN, Tx.—You’re hanging out with your friends, talking, joking and laughing with each other. The flow and pattern of the conversation is easy, not forced. And it isn’t just the conversation that flows easily; it’s the body language. It’s all so natural, fluid and utterly unrestrained. There is no tension or anxiety,…
On Thursday, May 30, I went to see Disney’s Newsies with my boyfriend, as I was invited to attend Out@TUTS Night at The Hobby Center in Houston. We both looked forward to seeing this Tony Award-winning musical in a brand-new production by Theatre Under The Stars. Even though I am a huge theater fan (I…
While currently on their much-anticipated tour in the United States, Thee Sacred Souls made a recent stop in Seattle on Sunday, February 26th, and they did not disappoint! The band hails from San Diego, California, and has emerged over the past few years with a nostalgic and captivating sound. Signed to Daptone Records, Thee Sacred…
The Bay Area Book Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year June 1-2 and will feature several Latina authors, including Dani Trujillo. I had the pleasure of speaking with Ms. Trujillo about her books, her experience as an up-and-coming Latina author, and what we can expect from her at this year’s festival. This will…
By Jessica Enriquez There’s something nostalgic about braids, braids on small girls’ heads look like brown wheat heads under the dying august sunlight when we pretended to catch fireflies in plastic cups and we heard the bells of a paletero cart ding dong like church bells down the street and your father took out his…
Latin Grammy-nominated artist Bruses musical journey has been quite spectacular. From overcoming a horrific car accident at the age of 20 to blossoming into her own as an artist, the young Mexican singer/songwriter shows true depth and authenticity in her lyrics which reflect genuine introspective feelings while evoking an array of emotions. Tackling issues such…
Being a henna artist, I have always enjoyed the beauty of art and making everyone feel beautiful and confident. I was first introduced to henna while I grew up in India. I grew up seeing how henna played a significant role within my community. As a little girl, I always did henna on my friends….
Based out of San Antonio, Texas, Joaquin and The Glowliners are a Chicano Soul Group who have successfully captured the essence of nostalgia and who bring a unique and refreshing sound to San Antonio’s musical landscape. Recently, the group released their new song “You Redeemed Me,” a beautiful ballad which speaks of redemption through love…
Se suman los días y, posiblemente, los propósitos de año nuevo durante este primer trimestre del año. En este trimestre verde, en términos de desarrollo, agreguemos metas que conviertan nuestra huella ecológica en una más verde y sostenible para los seres humanos y la vida silvestre de nuestro planeta. Un hábito ecológico que recomiendo es…
