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What can you do if you’re fleeing persecution and speak Kazakh, or Kekchi? Trying to navigate the convoluted asylum system has always been hard—but now a lack of translation and interpretation services is making the process even more difficult, writes Sage Rios Mace.
A new mural on 24th and Alabama honors the former La Victoria bakery and the Cinderella Bakery that’s taking over the space. Matryoshkas and mariposas, anyone?
Yes, I know it’s too soon, but we’ve got a great guide to holiday fairs and events all over the city. Take a look.
Meanwhile, Pinky is holding court on the 16th Street Bart plaza. Read all about the “stuffed animal-collecting, heavy metal-loving, tutu-wearing, self-proclaimed biker rock star.”
More soon,
Sara
Latest News
Translation is hard for asylum-seekers. Trump is making it harder.
“I showed up to the interview without an interpreter.”
New mural honors La Victoria, welcomes Cinderella Bakery
“We wanted to integrate the Latino culture with the Russian culture.”
Here’s where to find San Francisco’s holiday markets this season
The first holiday bazaar opens this weekend.
16th St. Plaza Crackdown
Day 238 at the 16th St. Plaza: Pinky and his plushies
“I like big things. Big RVs, big men, big cakes.”
SNAP
Metro dreaming
By Zach Smith
Events
Today: Hayden Pedigo at The Chapel, November 5, 8-10PM
Tomorrow: The Science Scoop: Joe DeRisi, at UCSF Mission Bay, November 6, 6-7PM