Million Fishes is a space with a flurry of events put on by the artists who have enough gumption to draw support for their work. Artists in residence don't always take the spotlight either. Members of the community are welcomed to exhibit their talents and message to all who come to bare witness.
The Calavera Oaxaquena Exhibit focuses on Dia De Los Muertos. Works by a few Oaxacan artists, in honor of
the dead and a salute to social justice, pose as a powerful background to a reading held Wednesday night. The figures depicted amongst the skulls, helicopters, and maze (corn) pay tribute to the social struggle in Oaxaca, Mexico. These prints and stencil work surround alters and candles. The Gallery is open every Sunday from 1-4pm. Be sure to attend the exhibition's closing brunch on November 30th from 1-4pm. One Man Banjo will be playing, take a listen by clicking on this link.
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This past Wednesday brought San Francisco State grad student, Jenny Pritchett, and her collection of short stories titled "At or Near the Surface." Jenny was selected by SF State's Literary Magazine to have her very own book of short stories published. She was also the 2008 winner of the Michael Rubin Chapbook Award. Before the reading began, a cozy soiree was accompanied by champagne and a lot of smiling faces. Usually events state a suggested donation, but supporters are not turned away for lack of funds.
