👋🏽 Helo !

It’s almost the end of May and you know what that means—school’s out soon, the sun’s sticking around longer, and it’s time to get into summer mode. But first, we’ve got updates from the South Bay skyline, bicultural homework, comedy that hits home, and a POCHO-approved stage play you’re definitely invited to. Let’s jump in to this week's...

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​Algo bien for a fun Friday.

Edition: 23 de mayo 2025​

Picture 📸 • Optimism💖 • Cool Find 🕵🏽‍♂️ • Homework 📝 • Other Stuff 📢

PICTURE: 📸

It's finally done!

I took a picture of the new Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center in Chula Vista. It feels like this site's development has been in the making for a few decades, due to legal battles and city planning. It's here now, and it's pricy.

OPTIMISM: 💖

An iconic mantra

“Si se puede!”

(Yes, we can!)

— Dolores Huerta

COOL FIND: 🕵🏽‍♂️

Cultura, Comedy, and Real Talk ✨

If you’re not already following @jaimunoz8, you’re missing out on the perfect blend of Latino humor and commentary on our cultura. From why Latinos just need a hug sometimes to unpacking serious topics like machismo and internalized bias—all with a comedic twist—his reels will have you laughing and thinking at the same time. Hit up Jaime's IG for those “I feel so seen” moments we all secretly love! One of my favorite reels is on Why Latinos People-Please, check it out.💥📲

HOMEWORK: 📝

Cultural Photography Expedition: Take a photography excursion to capture the beauty of your surroundings through a bicultural lens.

OTHER STUFF: 📢

POCHO Field Trip Alert! 🎭✨

We’ve got a special invite to experience ¡Sí Se Puede!—a brand new play by Kayla Adorno that blends magical realism, Chicano history, and youth empowerment. The staged reading + community talk-back is happening Saturday, May 31 at 6:30 PM at the City Heights Performance Annex and admission is FREE. If you're in San Diego and want to support local cultura (and help shape the future of this production), grab your spot now before it fills up!

That’s a wrap for this week! Whether you’re snapping pics, catching some Chicano comedy, or meeting me at the theatre in City Heights, I hope you find a little joy, a little cultura, and a lot of connection this weekend. ¡Sí se puede!

See you in the next edition,

Tony U

💖 🙌🏾✨

-your favorite pocho + multicultural marketer.

PS --send me your top Chicago recos, it's my first time in the windy city!