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Wandaâs Picks for May 2021
Wandaâs Picks for May 2021
May 10, 2021
A stunning radio play adaptation of the 50-year-old debut novel by Toni Morrison, âThe Bluest Eye,â is epitomized in this painting. Protagonist Pecola Breedlove âis obsessed with Shirley Temple and a desire to have blue eyes,â according to the Aurora Theatre Company. The play explores âthe emotional depths of Black girlhood, the poisonous effects of racism, and the heartbreak of shame.âÂ
by Bay View Arts and Culture Editor Wanda Sabir
Happy Motherâs Day to all the mothers and motherkind who nurture and take care of our future citizens! As the pandemic continues to rage through our communities, we hope everyone stays safe and for those who have transcended this world: Aá¹£e, Aá¹£e, Aá¹£e-o. FYI: Libations for Prayers for African Ancestors of the Middle Passage is June 12, 9 a.m. PT, on Facebook @maafabayarea.
Pam Grady April 21, 2021Updated: April 21, 2021, 7:18 am
Scottish painter James Morrison at work in “Eye of the Storm,” screening at the Livable Planet Film Festival. Photo: Livable Planet Film Festival
The virtual Livable Planet Film Festival, which begins streaming Thursday, April 22, is the latest event from Jeff Ross, whose growing portfolio of festivals includes SF Indiefest, DocFest and the genre festival Another Hole in the Head.
A celebration of environmental films, it may seem like a stretch for Ross until you see one title that is a nod to his previous ventures: “Slaxx,” a horror comedy about a pair of killer jeans.
Anne Schrager April 16, 2021
Earth Day, the worldwide day of environmental activism held annually since 1970, returns on Thursday, April 22. April 17-25 is also National Park Week, which features special programs, events and digital experiences focused on the natural world. Celebrate this year’s official Earth Day theme, “Together, We Can Restore Our Earth,” and activate change for good with many in-person options in the Bay Area, as well as virtual offerings for all.
San Francisco has planned a second year of celebrating the holiday virtually with a robust lineup of dynamic speakers, live music, “artivism” and a sustainable chef’s zone. The city of Oakland has made an online hub to find local community actions for residents to participate in on their website. The East Bay Regional Parks and the city of Napa are offering online programming as well, featuring webinars and local cleanup volunteer opportunities. Some cities, including Colma and Santa Rosa, pl