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Activity: Painted Flor y Canto Postcards

Partnership between Flor y Canto Festival 2026 and Latinx Center
Saturday, 6/13/2026
3:00 - 4:00
Medicine for Nightmares Bookstore & Gallery

3036 24th St
San Francisco, CA 94110
United States

Medicine for Nightmares Bookstore & Gallery

Create a one of a kind painted postcard to send to a loved one. Amanda Ayala will lead participants in learning watercolor and gouache painting techniques on quality watercolor paper and let them choose from a beautiful collection of fun USPS postage stamps. Flor y Canto helps connects each person’s creativity in visual arts and the written word.

Amanda Ayala is an interdisciplinary Xicana Indigenous artist and maker who centers people targeted by oppression and acknowledges their brilliance. Amanda leads and facilitates workshops that combine artist liberation and social justice for people of all ages. She creates within community as a way to heal and transform society.

Supplies Limited. This is an off-site event at Medicine for Nightmare Bookstore and Gallery. 

Connect: Amanda Ayala Link Tree | Instagram

Connect: Medicine for Nightmares Website | Instagram

Creative Arts

Exercise your power of imagination with programs that encourage hands-on projects for adults. For craft programs, all materials are provided, unless noted.

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¡VIVA!: Latinx Interest

Connect to engaging discussions and performances related to the Latinx community.

¡VIVA! at the Library is a celebration of Latinx heritage, cultures and traditions. San Francisco has a rich Latinx heritage that is highlighted in a diverse array of exciting programs for all ages, from Spanish/bilingual storytimes to cooking classes, author talks to art and cultural presentations.

This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Attending Programs

All programs are drop-in (no registration necessary) unless otherwise noted. All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

Notice: This event may be filmed or photographed. By participating in this event, you consent to have your likeness used for the Library’s archival purposes and promotional materials. If you do not want to be photographed, please inform a staff person or the photographer. A sticker will be provided to help identify you so that we can avoid capturing your image.

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