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Javier Hernandez, comic creator, will release THE COMA at GEEKS Comics in Whittier on Sat, Nov 19, 2011

Javier Hernandez, the independent comic book creator known for creating EL MUERTO, the Aztec Zombie, will be releasing his newest comic, THE COMA, at GEEKS Comics in Whittier on Saturday, November 19, 2011.

Hernandez’s latest comic is THE COMA, which is about…nope, can’t tell you yet. You will get all that info below in the interview we did with Hernandez. Not only does he talk about The COMA, COMA CON, and COMA CAKE, but he also talks about his interest in comics, the movie that was made about El Muerto starring Wilmer Valderrama (El Muerto DVD link), and shares his advice for people wanting to break into the comics-writing world.

Also, check out his artwork that is currently on display as part of the UCLA Chicano Studies exhibit “Chican@s Collect: The Duron Family Collection”

- Interview with Javier Hernandez -

What what were the first comics you remember reading?
My older brother Albert gave me stacks of his comics, which include late 60s/early 70s runs of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, FANTASTIC FOUR, DAREDEVIL, INCREDIBLE HULK, BATMAN, etc. A great sampling of classic Marvel and DC comics.

Who are your main artistic influences?

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Chicanos and Counter-Culture at LACMA on Sun, Nov 13, 2011 at 1pm

Published November 10, 2011 Los Angeles , culture , Events , Latino , LA , Chicano , Free , free - oh yeah - free , East Los Angeles , weekend event , Chicana , Latina , Stuff Chicanos Like , L.A. Cultural Events , 2011 , What to do , What to see , What to do this weekend? , Counter Culture Leave a Comment

Sandra de la Loza, study for Raza Mural Remix installation, 2010

There will be an interesting talk at Los Angeles County Museum of Art ‘s Bing Theater this weekend. Sandra de la Loza, Louie Perez of Los Lobos and Tomas Carrasco of the Chicano Secret Service comedy group will be discussing the influence of Chicanos and countercultural production in the Art Scene.

This will be a free talk. No reservations necessary.

LACMA is located at:
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90036
tel 323 857-6000
publicinfo@lacma.org

Dia de los Muertos 2011 in Los Angeles (Day of the Dead)

Published October 22, 2011 Los Angeles , music , Family , Events , Latino , Mexican American , Take the metro , Chicano , Good for kids , Good for the soul , Free , Los Angeles County Free Events , East Los Angeles , live music , live entertainment , Chicana , Latina , Southern California , Stuff Chicanos Like , L.A. Cultural Events , 2011 , Day of the Dead , Day of the Dead 2011 , Dia de los Muertos , Dia de los Muertos 2011 , LA Bands , LA Musicians , Latino Bands , Chicano Bands , Mexican American Bands , What to do , What to see , Where to go Leave a Comment
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Dia de Los Muertos 2011

Have you made plans for Dia de los Muertos? This is a fun, yet reverent Mexican holiday that dates back hundreds of years. On this day, a National holiday in Mexico, people remember loved ones that have passed. Like Halloween, it is celebrated with costumes and candy. You will see many people who have painted their faces like a fanciful skulls. At many of the events, they will sell skulls made of sugar that you may decorate and eat.

Need some suggestions on where to go? Then, check out LA Taco’s incredibly comprehensive list of events in the LA area at http://www.lataco.com/taco/2011-dia-muertos-day-dead-los-angeles. As this is LA, there are some interesting offshoots from the traditional celebrations.

Among the highlights of the 30+ events listed on LA Taco’s guide are:

It seems to get better each year.

Latino Bloggers – August Meetup at the Far Bar on Monday, 8/11@7pm

Published August 6, 2008 blog , blogero , bloggers , blogosphere , Chicana , Chicano , culture , Downtown Los Angeles , Events , Free , Good for the soul , LA , Latina , Latino , Latino Bloggers , Los Angeles , Mexican American , Southern California , Stuff Chicanos Like Leave a Comment

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In the past, the Latino/a Bloggers have met mostly at cafes and restaurants. This time we will shake it up a little and meet at the Far Bar in Little Tokyo. The Far Bar is a great place to kick back outdoors in a semi-enclosed area (bring a sweater) with good prices on drinks and a great atmosphere.

The Far Bar at Chop Suey Cafe is located at 347 E. First Street in Little Tokyo.

We will meet on Monday, August 11, 2008 at 7pm. As the Far Bar closes at midnight, we will have plenty of time to discuss what ever come up.

Question of the night: Do any of you use Twitter? Eastside Scene recently signed up for an account.

If you are a blogger that cares about Latino/a American Experience then please come join the fun. No agenda. No pressure. No RSVP necessary.

See you there!

See Jackson Browne at 2008 Lummis Festival – for free!

Published May 25, 2008 bands , comedy , culture , dance , Events , Family , Food , Free , free - oh yeah - free , history in the making , L.A. Cultural Events , LA , Los Angeles , music , Must see , not to be missed , Southern California , Stuff Chicanos Like , weekend event Leave a Comment
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The third annual Lummis Day Festival will feature, music, puppet shows, dance, poetry, crafts and great food on June 1, 2008 from 10:30 am till 7:30 pm. The festival will take place in Sycamore Grove Park, located at 4900 N. Figueroa St. in Highland Park.

The festival gets its name from Charles Fletcher Lummis, the one of the first librarians of the City of Los Angeles, the first City Editor of the Los Angeles Times, founder of the Southwest Museum, and famous walker (he walked from Cincinnati to Los Angeles in 1884).

This year’s festival will feature a performance by the legendary artist Jackson Browne. Browne lived many years of his life in the area. A singer-songwriter known for his classic albums — For Everyman, Late for the Sky, and The Pretender — he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004. He also co-wrote the Eagles’ hit song “Take it Easy” with Glenn Frey. Jackson Browne is scheduled to perform at 6 pm.

Other acts scheduled of note to appear are Carlos Guitarlos, Mariachi Divas, Chapin Sisters, Cava, and Culture Clash. CLICK HERE for the full schedule.

Although there is plenty of free parking, take the Metro Gold Line and save some money on gas. The Southwestern Museum stop is a short walk to the festival.

For more information, LummisDay.org.

Tierra, War, Malo, Little Willie G, Thee Midniters, Mariachis, and fireworks to celebrate the East L.A. Civic Center Grand Opening

Published May 6, 2008 Art , bands , Chicana , Chicano , Chicano Cultural Treasure , Community Building , culture , East Los Angeles , Easy on the pocketbook , Events , Family , Free , Good for kids , history in the making , L.A. Cultural Events , LA , Latina , Latino , Los Angeles , Mexican American , music , Must see , not to be missed , once in a lifetime event , Southern California , Stuff Chicanos Like , weekend event Leave a Comment

This should be a great free event.

The East L.A. Civic Center Grand Opening will be on Saturday, May 10th, 2008 from 9am till 10pm. The concert starts at 5pm.

The East Los Angeles Civic Center is located at 4801 E. Third St. in East Los Angeles.

For more information, see Supervisor Gloria Molina’s website or this article from the LA TIMES.

Blogeros/as will meet on 5/19 at 7pm at Antigua Cafe

Published May 5, 2008 blog , bloggers , blogosphere , Chicana , Chicano , culture , East Los Angeles , Free , LA , Latina , Latino , Latino Bloggers , Mexican American , Southern California , Stuff Chicanos Like Leave a Comment

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Our next Latino/a Blogger get-together will be May 19th at 7pm at Antigua Cafe in El Sereno. The changes should make it easier for people to come hang out – a later time (at 7 insted of 6) and longer hours (the place closes at 11).

If you are a blogger with a Latina/o-slant or a potential Latina/o blogger come hang out. No agenda. No pressure. No RSVP necessary. We are just people who like to share thoughts and information using the web.

Antigua Cafe is located at 4836 Huntington Dr S in El Sereno.