Get ready for an unforgettable NightLife dedicated to the vibrant Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Celebrate Pasifika arts, culture, and science with a night of CHamaru food, Polynesian dance, Samoan Tatau (tattoo), and more.
Featured events:
Join Ponipate Rokolekutu, Assistant Professor at the Critical Pacific Islands and Oceania Studies under the Department of Race and Resistance Studiesat San Francisco State University, as he unveils the intricate ties between colonialism, land alienation, and the marginalization of Indigenous communities in Fiji.
Grab a seat and hang with Chef Shawn Naputi and Shawn Camacho, the talented minds behind the restaurant Prubechu, as they share the flavors and traditions of Guamstyle cuisine and the rich Indigenous CHamoru culture. Learn how the history of war and shifting political control influenced the CHamoruc ommunity and how cooking became a cornerstone of their unity. Then, watch a live demo and delve into the traditions of cooking Kelaguen, a beloved CHamoru dish that will leave your taste buds tingling (and yes, there will be samples!).
Immerse yourself in island rhythms with a music and dance performance from MANUIA Polynesian Revue, a Bay Area dance organization dedicated to preserving the music and dances of the Polynesian islands for over 20 years.
Learn about the Samoan art of Tatau (tattoo), a century-old tradition representing community, power, status, respect, and honor. Catch a live demo from Si'i Liufau, owner of A Town Tattoo and specialist in Polynesian and traditional cultural tattoos.
Stop by and say hello to a few local Pasifika organizations:
By Ki'ihua- From hats to shirts, shop handmade designs that mix traditions of the past with Ki'ihua's family style.
M.A.N.A. Pasefika- A doula program created by and for Pacific Islanders of Melanesian, Micronesian, and Polynesian descent. Learn how they are working to maintain Ancestral kNowledge & Autonomy within the community. Kava samples will also be available with a donation.
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Featured events:
Join Ponipate Rokolekutu, Assistant Professor at the Critical Pacific Islands and Oceania Studies under the Department of Race and Resistance Studiesat San Francisco State University, as he unveils the intricate ties between colonialism, land alienation, and the marginalization of Indigenous communities in Fiji.
Grab a seat and hang with Chef Shawn Naputi and Shawn Camacho, the talented minds behind the restaurant Prubechu, as they share the flavors and traditions of Guamstyle cuisine and the rich Indigenous CHamoru culture. Learn how the history of war and shifting political control influenced the CHamoruc ommunity and how cooking became a cornerstone of their unity. Then, watch a live demo and delve into the traditions of cooking Kelaguen, a beloved CHamoru dish that will leave your taste buds tingling (and yes, there will be samples!).
Immerse yourself in island rhythms with a music and dance performance from MANUIA Polynesian Revue, a Bay Area dance organization dedicated to preserving the music and dances of the Polynesian islands for over 20 years.
Learn about the Samoan art of Tatau (tattoo), a century-old tradition representing community, power, status, respect, and honor. Catch a live demo from Si'i Liufau, owner of A Town Tattoo and specialist in Polynesian and traditional cultural tattoos.
Stop by and say hello to a few local Pasifika organizations:
By Ki'ihua- From hats to shirts, shop handmade designs that mix traditions of the past with Ki'ihua's family style.
M.A.N.A. Pasefika- A doula program created by and for Pacific Islanders of Melanesian, Micronesian, and Polynesian descent. Learn how they are working to maintain Ancestral kNowledge & Autonomy within the community. Kava samples will also be available with a donation.
Get ready for an unforgettable NightLife dedicated to the vibrant Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Celebrate Pasifika arts, culture, and science with a night of CHamaru food, Polynesian dance, Samoan Tatau (tattoo), and more.
Featured events:
Join Ponipate Rokolekutu, Assistant Professor at the Critical Pacific Islands and Oceania Studies under the Department of Race and Resistance Studiesat San Francisco State University, as he unveils the intricate ties between colonialism, land alienation, and the marginalization of Indigenous communities in Fiji.
Grab a seat and hang with Chef Shawn Naputi and Shawn Camacho, the talented minds behind the restaurant Prubechu, as they share the flavors and traditions of Guamstyle cuisine and the rich Indigenous CHamoru culture. Learn how the history of war and shifting political control influenced the CHamoruc ommunity and how cooking became a cornerstone of their unity. Then, watch a live demo and delve into the traditions of cooking Kelaguen, a beloved CHamoru dish that will leave your taste buds tingling (and yes, there will be samples!).
Immerse yourself in island rhythms with a music and dance performance from MANUIA Polynesian Revue, a Bay Area dance organization dedicated to preserving the music and dances of the Polynesian islands for over 20 years.
Learn about the Samoan art of Tatau (tattoo), a century-old tradition representing community, power, status, respect, and honor. Catch a live demo from Si'i Liufau, owner of A Town Tattoo and specialist in Polynesian and traditional cultural tattoos.
Stop by and say hello to a few local Pasifika organizations:
By Ki'ihua- From hats to shirts, shop handmade designs that mix traditions of the past with Ki'ihua's family style.
M.A.N.A. Pasefika- A doula program created by and for Pacific Islanders of Melanesian, Micronesian, and Polynesian descent. Learn how they are working to maintain Ancestral kNowledge & Autonomy within the community. Kava samples will also be available with a donation.
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Featured events:
Join Ponipate Rokolekutu, Assistant Professor at the Critical Pacific Islands and Oceania Studies under the Department of Race and Resistance Studiesat San Francisco State University, as he unveils the intricate ties between colonialism, land alienation, and the marginalization of Indigenous communities in Fiji.
Grab a seat and hang with Chef Shawn Naputi and Shawn Camacho, the talented minds behind the restaurant Prubechu, as they share the flavors and traditions of Guamstyle cuisine and the rich Indigenous CHamoru culture. Learn how the history of war and shifting political control influenced the CHamoruc ommunity and how cooking became a cornerstone of their unity. Then, watch a live demo and delve into the traditions of cooking Kelaguen, a beloved CHamoru dish that will leave your taste buds tingling (and yes, there will be samples!).
Immerse yourself in island rhythms with a music and dance performance from MANUIA Polynesian Revue, a Bay Area dance organization dedicated to preserving the music and dances of the Polynesian islands for over 20 years.
Learn about the Samoan art of Tatau (tattoo), a century-old tradition representing community, power, status, respect, and honor. Catch a live demo from Si'i Liufau, owner of A Town Tattoo and specialist in Polynesian and traditional cultural tattoos.
Stop by and say hello to a few local Pasifika organizations:
By Ki'ihua- From hats to shirts, shop handmade designs that mix traditions of the past with Ki'ihua's family style.
M.A.N.A. Pasefika- A doula program created by and for Pacific Islanders of Melanesian, Micronesian, and Polynesian descent. Learn how they are working to maintain Ancestral kNowledge & Autonomy within the community. Kava samples will also be available with a donation.
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