What happened on Tuesday, 29 June 2021
San Francisco County, California
Leaders emphasize solidarity and authentic dialogues to strengthen diverse communities through cultural expression.
San Francisco County, California
East Bay Symphonic Band performs Leroy Anderson's original composition 'Crossroads' at festival.
San Francisco County, California
Sharaya Souza and Ralph Remington discuss cultural heritage at San Francisco Public Library event.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico, International
Authorities address increasing fraud in disabled parking permit issuance and usage practices.
San Francisco County, California
Laguana emphasizes urgent need for support to revitalize live entertainment post-pandemic
San Francisco County, California
The new poet laureate envisions poetry as a tool for education and social justice.
San Francisco County, California
Ives and Vaughan Williams blend American and English folk traditions in notable musical works.
San Francisco County, California
London Breed honors African American history and community at Golden Gate Park celebration.
San Francisco County, California
Sameh Dizon highlights cultural heritage and activism in art during CAMFEST discussions.
San Francisco County, California
Artists highlight contemporary Native American identity and cultural representation via art initiatives.
San Francisco County, California
Mayor Breed strengthens LGBTQI representation through advisory committee reconstitution and new leadership.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico, International
En una vista pública del 29 de junio de 2021, la Comisión de Salud del Senado de Puerto Rico evaluó el Proyecto del Senado 228, que propone tarjeta de identificación y fila expreso para pacientes con enfermedad de Crohn y colitis ulcerosa; testigos destacaron aumento de prevalencia, la necesidad de acceso urgente a servicios sanitarios y plantearon dudas sobre privacidad y financiamiento.
San Francisco County, California
Poet highlights the role of art in bridging marginalized communities facing violence.
San Francisco County, California
Carl Teek's Alta Camaradan becomes one of the world's most popular military marches.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco opens applications for $3M fund supporting local businesses impacted by COVID-19.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
The subcommittee heard that Northern Energy provided preliminary solar payback data, an LED-site walkthrough is scheduled, National Grid rebates and MSBA rules will both affect project funding, and the district continues a search for a facilities director with a possible early-August start.
San Francisco County, California
Activists highlight importance of connection and appreciation of diverse arts during Heritage Month.
San Francisco County, California
London Breed honors Juneteenth's significance and highlights African American history in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
Cultural leaders emphasize community unity and authentic dialogues following recent events and trials.
San Francisco County, California
Panelists emphasize the need for unity and healing amid systemic violence against immigrants.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Capital Planning Subcommittee discussed grade-configuration options (PK–2, 3–6, 7–12), program pathways and whether to rebuild or renovate aging high‑school facilities; members agreed to collect demographics and feasibility data for MSBA submission and to continue planning in August.
San Francisco County, California
McCoy calls for a ministry of reparations at Juneteenth event honoring Black experiences.
San Francisco County, California
Mayor Breed emphasizes art's role in bridging diverse communities during APA Heritage Month kickoff.
San Francisco County, California
Speakers highlight the need for compassion and action against systemic injustices faced by immigrants.
San Francisco County, California
Cultural leaders emphasize art's power in showcasing contemporary Native American identity and activism.
San Francisco County, California
Mayor Breed celebrates reconstitution of LGBTQI advisory committee with new initiatives and budget pledges.
San Francisco County, California
Mayor London Breed signs declaration making Juneteenth an official holiday in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
McCoy performs original material and tributes at the SF Jazz Collective launch event.
San Francisco County, California
Poet laureate advocates for racial equity and community healing through arts and education.
San Francisco County, California
Sameh Dizon's film Hinga highlights Asian American stories and cultural activism at CAMFEST.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco's APA Heritage Month program at the Main Library featured conversations linking poetry, film and cultural activism: poet laureate Tongo Eisen Martin discussed community-centered programming; Sharaya Souza and Ralph Remington examined indigenous visibility and cross-community solidarity; Sameh Dizon presented the film Hinga and discussed collaborative, diasporic performance-making.
San Francisco County, California
Embedded librarians provide literary services to incarcerated youth, fostering creativity and support.
San Francisco County, California
Speaker calls for a reparations ministry and honors indigenous ancestors at event.
San Francisco County, California
Sharaya Souza engages in conversation about the American Indian Cultural District in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
The film inspires connection and solidarity among diverse artists and communities for justice.
San Francisco County, California
Artist Dana King introduced "Monumental Reckoning," a two-year public installation honoring 350 ancestors brought to this country in the early transatlantic slave trade; speakers at the Juneteenth event called for a ministry of reparations and urged San Franciscans to engage with the exhibit and community programming.
San Francisco County, California
City of San Francisco establishes Juneteenth as an official holiday honoring ancestors and history.
San Francisco County, California
First guest vocalist performs at Erector Stage and announces summer tour in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors Budget & Appropriations Committee voted unanimously to adopt committee amendments and forward the mayor's budget and salary ordinances to the full Board, accepted final technical adjustments and authorized controller implementation; a separate rent-relief appropriation was continued for further work.
San Francisco County, California
Mayor Breed and community leaders discuss unity through art during APA Heritage Month program.