Upcoming events.
🌟 RAISE IT UP 🌟 A Bahay Kubo-Inspired Art Exhibition by Eric “Emagn” Nodora
Note: KKC asks for a $5-10 participant fee for this event at the door. The participant fee is a donation towards sustaining KKC programming, which keeps all our offerings accessible such as this one!
Join us at RAISE IT UP on March 7th at Kapwa Kultural Center and be part of this powerful movement. Space is limited, so RSVP for the event below! KKC’s max capacity is 55 people.
Community is power. RAISE IT UP is more than an exhibition—it’s a call to honor heritage, reclaim space, and uplift one another. Through Emagn’s reimagining of the Bahay Kubo, we explore the intersections of art, identity, and resilience. Our traditions are not meant to stay rooted in the past—they rise with us, shaping the future.
RSVP below!
BRWN GRLZ Spring Jewelry Making Workshop
Join BRWNGRLZ founder, jewelry designer and all-around baddie, Gretchen Carvajal for a spring time jewelry making and entrepreneurship!
This event is $30-40 sliding scale to cover the cost of materials and facilitation. A limited amount of fee waivers are available on case by case basis. Please feel free to reach out if you are interested in the fee waiver.
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Decolonizing Parenting Workshops
Note: KKC asks for a $5-10 participant fee for this event at the door. The participant fee is a donation towards sustaining KKC programming, which keeps all our offerings accessible such as this one!
This is Raising Ancestor’s 6th season collaborating with us to bring y’all programming for parents and caregivers through a decolonial lens. RSVP below!
Now more than ever we need to strengthen our caregiving networks with folx who are (collectively) raising liberated kids.
This Spring and Winter we will be providing opportunities to connect IRL (Daly City, Ca) with other parents and caregivers who are decolonizing their parenting practices.
Come to one, come to some, come to all!
All generations and co- parents welcome.
We will provide free childcare and snacks.
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Unassimilable Book Launch
Join us for the Unassimilable’s Book launch! Bianca Mabute-Louie has roots in Bay Area and has been part of San Francisco State University’s Asian American Studies program and Pin@y Educational Partnerships.
She will be joined by Berna Anat, author of Money Out Loud, as her moderator.
Metamorphosis Flow through Movement
Led by Jo Escobar, founder of Haus of Wysteria, a whimsical exploration into nature's beauty through the magic of movement.
This is a beginner friendly event! The event will provide: a safe space to speak, intention setting, affirmations, reflection and release through yoga.
We ask that participants bring their own yoga mats and journals to write in!
There will be a $5-10 sliding scale participant donation fee. Proceeds will go to organizations providing relief for the people affected by the fires in Los Angeles.
Event Flow:
Having a safe space to speak
Reflections of how you feel at the beginning to end
Setting intention
What you look forward to, what you want to release, and affirmations
An open space to lay down yoga mats and learning stretches that can help release tension and moving energy around to flow (cat cow pose, child’s pose, vinyasa flow, etc). Learning how to breathe while holding stretches, mindfulness and rest at the end.
Exploring Kapwa for Healing and Identity
Dr. Jessica Petalio, a Filipina American Licensed Clinical Psychologist, will join us at KKC to share her work on kapwa and traditional healing practices. Together with Hannah, Dr. Petalio will present five offerings of kapwa to help deepen our understanding of its role in wellness and identity for Filipina/x/o Americans.
G-ERA Album Launch + Typhoon Relief Fundraiser
About the Performers:
Gintong Era: A Bay Area collective of artists: Amulit, a.K.aye, and Lax the Monk—who bring their passion for Hip Hop and self-expression to bridge communities through art and activism.
Diwata: A collective of queer and femme activists & cultural workers born and raised in San Francisco. Their art is a love letter that expresses our connected struggles and resistance from the concrete jungles of the Bay to the countryside of the Philippines.
What’s Happening?
Live Performances & Open Mic: Featuring Gintong Era, Diwata, and other talented local artists. Want to perform? DM us to join the open mic!
Food, Raffle, & Silent Auction: Help raise $500+ to support typhoon rehabilitation in the Philippines via NAFCON.
Raffle Prizes Include:
1-month free trial membership from Evolve Training Center
Exclusive merch from Bayani Art
A raffle package from Malaya
RSVP: The first 10 people to RSVP will receive a FREE tote bag! Space is limited, so secure your spot today
Intro to Small Business Workshop with Nate Tan of New Skool
Hosted by Nate Tan from New Skool!
This is an introductory class on owning a small business. This will cover: personal passion, an idea for a business, selling your product and more! This is a workshop that will inspire someone with just an idea to take it to the next level or give early guidance to someone just starting out.
RSVP for the event below!
Jewelry Making & Entrepreneurship w/ Gretchen Carvajal of BRWNGRLZ
Join BRWNGRLZ founder, jewelry designer and all-around baddie, Gretchen Carvajal as she talks about jewelry making and entrepreneurship. Light bites and drinks will be provided.
This event is $30-40 sliding scale to cover the cost of materials and facilitation. A limited amount of fee waivers are available on case by case basis. Please feel free to reach out if you are interested in the fee waiver.
***Addendum as of 12/11/24:
THE RSVP IS NOW FULL! You can join the waitlist by filling out the form below!
Mental Health First-Aid Training
Learn How to Support Your Friends, Family, and Neighbors
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teachers you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults.
During this course, you’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
After the course, you’ll be able to:
Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.
Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challanges.
Understand how to interact with a person in crisis.
Know how to connect a person with help.
Use self-care tools and techniques.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
To inquire for more details, please contact christi@dcpartnership.org.
This FREE HYBRID COURSE requres participants to take a 2-hour online intro course BEFORE in-person training on 12/3.
Must be 18 or older to register. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
Open House Co-Working Day
Join us for our first weekly open house! Every Tuesday, beginning Nov. 26th, KKC will be open to all as a co-working space for students, creatives, freelancers, and anyone else in the community who could use a bit of human connection.
Hours of operation at 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 5pm.
Free WiFi, outlets, desks, and chairs are available.
Limited space so plan your visit accordingly.
Our signature Filipino-inspired Boba drink will be available.
Shop our vendor corner and support local small businesses!
Admission is FREE but we always welcome donations to KKC.
UC and CSU College Application Prep
Still need some help filling out your CSU or UC application? Need another set of eyes to view your course entries on the CSU app or your Personal Insight Questions on the UC app? UC & CSU Application Workshop & Support!
When: Monday, November 25, 2024 from 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: High School Seniors
Where: Kapwa Kultural Center
Fee: FREE!
What you’ll need: Come to KKC and bring a computer or tablet, an unofficial transcript (online access to classes/grades works too, and your Bayanihan Spirit!
Learn more about our wonderful workshop host: P.G. Lorenzo aka @theedutainer is a first gen Bay Area rooted Fil Am College Advisor & Educator. With 20+ years of experience in both higher education and secondary schools, he is sought after for his knowledge, perspective, and insight on navigating college access issues.