¡Hola Boyle Heights! It’s Alex back to share the latest happening in our neighborhood.
News por y para la comunidad
One of the most beautiful things about the Eastside is the way people show up for each other.
A shining example? Eastside Café in El Sereno — a grassroots, community-run space that’s been fueling cultural arts, education and resistance since 2002.
A week after devastating fires left L.A. in shock and despair, the collective transformed into a pop-up relief hub, distributing water, diapers and other essential supplies for neighbors in need. Read more about its powerful legacy and how it’s stepping up for the community.
Other stories you should know about:
- Boyle Heights has seen an increase in severe injuries from collisions.
- The IRS has agreed to share undocumented taxpayer data with immigration authorities.
- Here’s what Eastsiders have to say about the Dodgers’ recent visit to the White House.
Now, on to this weekend’s lineup of events! From community markets and art workshops to late-night shows, there’s something for everyone happening in and around the neighborhood.
Happenings in the Heights
Friday, April 11
- Storytelling Workshop: Share your story through a free visual art project at Innercity Struggle. Enjoy music, resources and more in community. RSVP to attend. 5 to 7:30 p.m.
- Alt Night: Experience a mix of alt, emo and SoCal beats at The Paramount featuring the bands A Place We’ve Always Been, NSIXHUNDRED, Yourfragilehands, MovieDates and Autopsy of Jane Doe. $18 tickets. Doors for the all-ages show open at 7 p.m.
- Film Screening: Libros Schmibros is hosting a screening of Relatos Salvajes, a 2014 film composed of six stories of anger and vengeance. Free event starts right at 7:30 p.m.
- Mariachi Night: Eastside Luv is hosting Mariachi Las Catrinas. Free entry and drink specials from 8 to 10 p.m. during Happy Hour, $10 after. Showtime starts right at 11 p.m.
- Album Release: Don Quixote is hosting a release party for the Icon Baby, the debut album by singer-songwriter Chase Icon. Enjoy performances and sets tuned to pop, rap, techno, dance, electro, hardcore and rave beats. $25 tickets. Doors open at 9 p.m.
Saturday, April 12
- Community Market: Goddess Mercado is back at the East L.A. Civic Center, this time focusing on wellness. Enjoy a variety of fitness activities and informative panels, explore local vendors and grab fruit and produce at the farmers market. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Sports Celebration: State Street Recreation Center is hosting a ceremony for local baseball and softball teams. Enjoy food, fun activities, music and more. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Spring in the Park: Head to Hollenbeck Recreation Center for an early Easter celebration. Enjoy food, face painting, arts activities and multiple egg hunts. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Easter Fun: The Easter Bunny is heading to Evergreen Recreation Center for the Peeps Olympics, featuring challenges from human foosball and 50 yard dashes to javelin throws. Refreshments, food, activities and more available for the whole family. 12 to 3 p.m.
- Clothing Swap: Bring your pre-loved clothing to Esquina Bicycle Shop and swap for something new to you, then make some art in community. 1 to 4 p.m.
- Resistance Panel: Join Eastside Café for an evening of reflection, resistance and community diving deep into the prison industrial complex. 5 to 7 p.m.
Sunday, April 13
- Rock Night: Head to The Paramount for a night of rock featuring The Departures, The Moonjacks, Friend and Disaster Artist. $20 tickets. Doors open at 7 p.m.
As always, please let us know what you think of this newsletter and send us your events to include in future editions. Hope you have an amazing weekend!
