Hola Boyle Heights! Your community reporter, Alex Medina, is here to share some happenings in and around the neighborhood to get you out and about!
Boyle Heights Beat to host Journalism Day for prospective students
For nearly 15 years, Boyle Heights Beat youth reporters from in and around the neighborhood have been bringing you news por y para la comunidad. As the school year comes to an end, we’re starting to recruit for our next cohort of students. If you or someone you know would be interested in being a part of our youth news team, we’ve got the perfect event coming up next month.
On Saturday, May 11, the Beat is hosting Journalism Day at our office (2026 E. 1st Street). From 10 a.m. through 12 p.m., student attendees will get an in-depth presentation of our semester-long internship and learn about all the opportunities we have to offer. Those interested in attending can RSVP here. Also, make sure to keep an eye on future newsletters and our social media channels to learn about our workshop offerings this summer.
Happenings in the Heights
Friday, April 26th
The Paramount (2708 E. Cesar E. Chavez Avenue) is hosting the Miami-based alternative rock band Mr Floyd Larry tonight. Featuring melodic riffs, heavy basslines and unique vocals, their music is a trip you’ll love if you’re into dreamy pop and post-punk. Groups 60 juno and Wayword will also take the stage the same night. Tickets for the 18+ show, set to start at 8 p.m., are available online for $25. Check out the venue’s website for more coming up soon.
Saturday, April 27th
Over at the City Terrace Library (4025 City Terrace Drive), Vision City Terrace, a community group advocating for environmental justice, is hosting a community clean up with special guests from L.A.-based creative studio Public Matters. The gathering, set to start at 9 a.m., is open to all ages and cleaning supplies will be provided. It’s the perfect event for those looking to connect and network with neighbors while building a more beautiful Eastside.
The East LA Civic Center (4801 E. 3rd Street) is hosting “El Gran Festival of East LA” in celebration of local entrepreneurs and businesses. The event runs from 10 a.m. through 4 p.m. and free parking will be available for attendees. There’ll be over 60 local vendors to support with great music and more.
InnerCity Struggle (3467 Whittier Boulevard) is hosting its Earth Day celebration for those looking for ways to give back to the planet. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., you can learn about environmental resources all while having fun with various activities including seed planting and rock painting.
For those interested in learning more about the history of Los Angeles, La Plaza de Cultura y Artes (501 N. Main Street) has you covered. This weekend, you can get a free noon or 1 p.m. tour of the hub and view galleries that guide you along every pinnacle moment in the city’s history. You’ll also get to hear from fellow Angelenos about their experiences living in the city over the years, and you can share your own as well. For those interested, you can RSVP online.
If you know about Re/Arte (2123 E. Cesar E. Chavez Avenue), you may already be aware of the amazing programming the space has been bringing to the neighborhood in recent years. This weekend, the bookstore is hosting a teach-in led by La Raza Unida Vice Chair Ernesto Ayala, who will be sharing everything there is to know about the term ‘Chicano.’ For folks interested in attending, it’s taking place from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at the store.
Sunday, April 28th
La Plaza de Cultura y Artes (501 N. Main Street) is hosting an early Cinco de Mayo celebration as part of its “Family Day” series. From 12 to 4 p.m., you can discover California’s connection to the Battle of Puebla through theatrical performances, music, hands-on workshops and more. Guest performers include DJ Ani & DJ Sol, and food by Tamales Veracruz y Más will be available for purchase. You can learn more about the free event and its offerings online.
Back by popular demand, Latinx with Plants (2208 E. Cesar E. Chavez) is hosting two “Bootquet Workshops.” For $60, you can paint your own ceramic cowboy boot and craft a flower arrangement inside. There are two workshops, with one taking place from 1 to 3 p.m. in English and another between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. in both English and Spanish. A limited number of tickets are available online.
Monday, April 29th
For those looking for money advice, the Latino Equality Alliance has you covered with a virtual financial literacy workshop. A collaboration with Bank of America, this educational workshop will give you the tools you need to manage your personal finances and build better money habits. The free meeting runs from 4 to 5 p.m., and you can RSVP here.
Tuesday, April 30th
Legacy LA is hosting an “Environmental Justice Block Party” in Ramona Gardens (1400 N. Indiana Street) where you’ll get to hear its Youth Council present various projects on the topic. In addition, you’ll get to see a PSA on pollution in the area, as well as play a new environmental variant of the classic game of Lotería. If you’re interested, you can RSVP for the event here.
As always, let us know what you think of the newsletter and send us events to include in future editions. ¡Hasta luego Boyle Heights, nos vemos en la calle!
