¡Hola Boyle Heights! It’s Alex back to share the latest happening in our neighborhood.
News por y para la comunidad
When several men resembling federal agents were spotted walking through the Mariachi Plaza Metro station, word spread quickly and Boyle Heights didn’t stay quiet. Local activist groups including the Boyle Heights Immigrant Rights Network, Centro CSO, Union del Barrio and the Community Self-Defense Coalition sprang into action.
Metro later confirmed that the men were from the Transportation Security Administration, not Immigration and Customs Enforcement. But the swift response from local organizations is a powerful reminder of this community’s vigilance and organizing power.
More news you should know:
- We heard you loud and clear: L.A. County’s enforcement of California’s “daylighting” law caught many off guard. We’re here to answer your most asked questions.
- Councilmember Ysabel Jurado is joining two of her colleagues in pledging discretionary funds to explore the possibility of a L.A. public bank. Here’s what you need to know.
- Health advocates are calling out Gavin Newsom’s plans to freeze public health insurance enrollment for undocumented adults. This is how children might be affected.
Now, onto this weekend’s lineup of events. From art workshops and volunteer efforts to late-night shows, I’m sure there’s something to get you about and about!
Happenings in the Heights
Thursday, June 5
- Family Ceramics: Join Stevenson Library for a bilingual, family-friendly ceramic workshop and make your own clay milagro. Open to all ages. 4 to 5:30 p.m.
- Painting Workshop: Malabar Library’s got a painting workshop open to youth, and you’ll also get to learn about LAPL’s summer reading programs. 4 to 5 p.m.
Friday, June 6
- Student Loan Guidance: Struggling with student loans? Stevenson Library is here to help with a free presentation on managing repayment and other options. 12 to 1 p.m.
- Avant-garde Music: Guatemalan cellist and vocalist Mabe Fratti is hitting the stage at The Paramount alongside the Military Genius band. $35 tickets. Doors open 8 p.m.
- Bilingual Beats: Eastside Luv is hosting Los Del Momento, playing your favorite songs with a Mexican twist. Free entry from 8 to 10 p.m. Happy Hour, $10 after.
Saturday, June 7
- Boyle Heights Cleanup: Join Boyle Heights 5K for a community cleanup starting off at Lucy’s Laundry Mart on Cesar E. Chavez Avenue. 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Resource Fair: Head to 4th Street Primary Center to learn about local services, support programs and opportunities available in East L.A. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Native Plants: Drop by Ascot Hills to help El Sereno’s native plants grow and support the local green space. RSVP to attend. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Boyle Heights Youth Festival: It’s back! Enjoy a free, youth-led festival on 1st Street outside of City Hall featuring free food, music, games, resources and more. 3 to 7 p.m.
- Hip Hop Night: Rucci & Friends are coming to Don Quixote for a 18+ night of hip hop jams. General admission tickets are $30, with VIP spots for $75. 7 to 11:30 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!
