Chicana Chisme

01/07/2025

SAN ANTONIO (January 7, 2025) — The City of San Antonio’s Department of Arts & Culture has opened the Intent to Apply window for its fiscal year 2026 Artist Grants. San Antonio-based artists may apply for funding, available in $7,500 and $15,000 tiers, to support the creation of new work. Offered annually, Artists Grants are available to individual artists as well as those working in collaborations, collectives and ensembles. Applicants must submit an Intent to Apply by February 7, 2025 to gain access to the full grant application (open January 13 - February 21, 2025).

The program, established in 2022, aims to support a diverse portfolio of artists working across San Antonio. Grants are for the production of new, original and high-quality art to be presented in the city. Artists of all disciplines, including Literary Arts, Media Arts, Multi-Disciplinary, Performing Arts and Visual Arts are encouraged to apply.

“Artist grants are fantastic opportunities for artists at all stages of their careers. Whether you are a first-time or returning applicant, we welcome the opportunity to connect with you,” said Department of Arts & Culture Director Krystal Jones.

Artists who submit an Intent to Apply and who meet the program’s eligibility criteria will then have access to the full application that opens on January 13. Timeline:

Now – February 7: Intent to Apply window
January 13 – February 21: Application window
March – April: Application panel review
June: Notify applicants of funding recommendations
June 26: Funding recommendations reviewed by Arts Funding Committee and San Antonio Arts Commission
September: City Council vote on budget recommendations
October: Contracts and funding awarded to grantees

For more information, visit SA.gov/Arts and follow

01/06/2025

✨ What does “Dále Shine” mean to you? ✨
🤎 My grandpa used to tell me this all the time, since he passed away I’ve made it my motto!

In a world filled with challenges, the phrase “Dále Shine” encourages us to keep pushing forward and let our true selves sparkle! 🌟 It’s a reminder to embrace our uniqueness and share our light with the world. Whether it’s through creativity, kindness, or resilience, every little action matters!

🌟How do you plan to shine brighter this week?

01/04/2025

🚫🎙️ Big changes are here! 🎉 After much thought, I’ve decided to wrap up the podcast, these past 5 seasons have been so great! I’ve met wonderful people, spread the word for amazing organizations, and kept a conversation going on so many great things happening within the community! I have also, scheduled, edited, and ran the SM on my own. This year was super hectic between going back active duty, family health issues, and running myself into the ground, but that doesn’t mean the conversation ends! 🙌 This page is now your go-to social media hub for all things Chicano culture, art, and community! 🌎✨

I’m excited to share stories, spotlight artists, and explore our rich heritage together. Let’s keep the spirit alive and thriving!

What are you most excited to see here? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👇💬

11/13/2024

Don’t miss Concientizando Comunidades Colectiva’s second community digital archives workshop with the amazing Dr. Sylvia Mendoza (Assistant Professor of MAS at UTSA) who will present on Feminist Approaches to Community Oral Histories!

Make sure you register to save your spot and bring photos, a friend/family member, and your phone or a recording device!

10/25/2024

Thank you Harmony Hospice Care of San Antonio

10/23/2024

❗Important Update: The QR code to register for the Advocacy Training Series has been updated.

If you are already registered, no need to worry, but if you have not yet registered, this is the updated version of the QR code.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!

The next session will be Monday, October 28th at 11am on Zoom. Register using the QR code on this flyer or by clicking on this link:

https://forms.gle/Kfpzxf1X2xKStMLR9

Once you are registered we will send you the Zoom link to attend on the Monday of the session. Keep an eye out on your inboxes!

10/22/2024

"Not all healing is gentle—sometimes, it’s fierce and loud, like smashing a pumpkin and letting all that pain go. 💥🖤 The angry stage of healing isn’t talked about enough, but it’s so necessary. On 11.10.24, join us for a powerful moment to release, reflect, and embrace every part of your journey. Together, let’s transform our rage into self-compassion, and our pain into power. Because healing isn’t just about getting through—it’s about rising stronger. ✨ "
Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pumpkin-smash-tickets-1055139152609

10/08/2024

Join Texas Women in Trades / Texas Women Work and Girl with Grit at Turner Construction as we teach the basics in hand tools.

09/30/2024

09/16/2024

🚨 New episode out now! 🚨
Claudia Aceves has been a dynamic business owner for 14 years, establishing herself as a prominent figure in the beauty industry. She is the Owner and Senior Artist at Vanidosa Beauty Studio, recognized as San Antonio’s number one beauty tattoo studio, and the proprietor of Vanidosa Hair Salons. In addition to her thriving businesses, Claudia Co-Hosts The Beautytainment Podcast with her husband, where they delve into the beauty business, and beautificantes sin filtro with fellow beautypreneurs offering unfiltered and hilarious insights into the industry.

06/20/2024

The City of San Antonio’s Department of Arts & Culture and Texas Public Radio invite you to kick off Make Music Day San Antonio with a special performance by San Antonio Poet Laureate Eddie Vega in collaboration Indie Cumbia band Nopalli. Rain or shine - in the event of inclement weather performances will take place indoors.
Over ten other venues around San Antonio will also be hosting free live performances including:

Edgewood Theatre of Performing Arts - CMI 210 Festival’s Student Concert
Hemisfair - The AM Project
Luminaria Pop-Up Gallery - DJ Mr. G
Instituto Cultural de México - Musical Bridges Around the World
San Antonio Botanical Gardens – Alamo City Performing Arts
San Antonio Public Library Parman Branch – OPERA San Antonio
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts - Children’s Chorus of San Antonio

For a full line-up of Make Music Day San Antonio events, go to makemusicday.org/sanantonio.

06/19/2024

Had such a great time Chicano Elegance Gala. I was so overwhelmed seeing so many beautiful brown faces come together to have a good time, enjoy being in one another’s presence, and showing off their talents! It was great meeting people I had interviewed but never met in person, as well as making new contacts! Hope to be there again next year. Big shout out to Elvira! 🤎🤎🤎

05/22/2024

New Episode out now!!
Angelique Atwell is  a certified mindset & life coach for millennial women of color, mother, crossfitter, and lover of all things chocolate!
She graduated from University of the Incarnate Word in 2015 with my BA in business marketing. While in college, she started to truly understand my struggle with self love and my mindset…
She has battled with mindset, self empowerment, and self love journey for years until utilizing reflection, reading, and the realization that  life is too short to hate herself based upon unattainable societal standards.
She continued learning self advocacy, deep inner work, affirmations, mediation, and more, she was able to become the confident, empowered woman that she is today. Listen on all podcast platforms!