Innehållsförteckning för December 2024 från Latino Sleb

A MODEL WITH A MISSION Raine draws inspiration from her morning routine, which involves listening to podcasts, and positive messages, and beginning her day with prayer. “This daily practice anchors me and prepares me for the day ahead. It instills a sense of tranquility and happiness within me, which, in turn, fuels my creative inspiration,” she explains. A strikingly beautiful young woman like Raine understands that true beauty goes beyond mere appearances, revealing a woman of profound substance and depth beneath the surface. “My grandmother and my mom imparted the values of love and kindness, emphasizing that genuine beauty radiates from within. True beauty defines how you treat those around you and how others feel when they are with you,” she reflects. Raine takes immense pleasure in getting dolled up…

Beacon Grand, a historic hotel located in the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square, offers an intimate city retreat – a haven of classic craftsmanship and modern amenities. The 418-room property’s Mediterranean-inspired bar and lounge, The Post Room, is a vibrant social gathering space breakfast through supper every day, with brunch served on weekends and complemented by dazzling live music. With European Oak hardwood floors, high ceilings, ornate fixtures and oversized windows, The Post Room serves as a grand stage for premier hospitality. The name “The Post Room” was inspired by the property’s original glass-front mail chute, which stretches from the 20th floor to the basement, allowing guests to mail postcards to anywhere in the world. Building on the legacy of exquisite sociability and service the property is known for,…

May 08, 09 & 10, 2025 Lights, Camera, Music!: Watch favorite films on the big screen at Davies Symphony Hall as the scores are performed live by the SF Symphony. The second installment of Peter Jackson’s fantasy-adventure saga finds the Fellowship of the Ring facing new challenges in their quest to destroy the One Ring. Rated PG-13 FILM Howard Shore Composer Peter Jackson Director Artists Jenny Wong Director, San Francisco Symphony Chorus San Francisco Symphony Chorus San Francisco Symphony…

COVER CREDITS: Model/Muse: Nadia Lanfranconi Photography and Set Design: Mark Edwards Hairstylist and Wardrobe Concept: Kari Daniels Artistic Director/Producer/Makeup Artist: Leticia Farthing Nadia Lanfranconi: The Black Sheep Who Found Her Voice Through Adversity In an industry teeming with conventional narratives, singer-songwriter and actress Nadia Lanfranconi has carved out her own bold and unapologetic path. The Italian-born singer is far more than her radiant beauty and captivating presence—she’s a black sheep turned trailblazer, an artist who swapped predictability for passion, tradition for individuality. Born and raised in the postcard-perfect Lake Como region of Italy, Nadia’s upbringing was as picturesque as the landscape. But behind the serene facade lay an inner restlessness that only art could soothe. “My family didn’t understand my need to create,” she admits. “They valued stability and tradition,…

New York Fashion Week Kicks Off with Spectacular Events New York Fashion Week launched in grand style on September 4th, with two unforgettable events that perfectly captured the heritage and essence of fashion. The first event, held at the iconic Bergdorf Goodman, celebrated our friend, photographer Bill Cunningham, in a setting as elegant as it was intimate. Champagne flowed, and exquisite hors d’oeuvres made their rounds as we honored Cunningham with the release of “The Battle of Versailles: The Fashion Showdown of 1973,” a beautifully curated book by Mark Bozek, published by Rizzoli New York. Featuring rare photos from the iconic 1973 fashion show captured by Cunningham and behind-the-scenes shots by Jean-Luce Huré, the book is a window into one of the most transformative moments in American fashion history. With…

December 12 & 14, 2024 Part of HOLIDAYS WITH THE SYMPHONY Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, magical version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale. Michael Caine stars as penny-pinching Ebenezer Scrooge, who learns the true meaning of Christmas. Watch this beloved holiday classic on the big screen as the Symphony performs the score live. Rated G. Concert Extras Celebrate the holidays with the SF Symphony and stroll through the winter wonderland of a decked-out Davies PLPG GLOBAL MEDIA Symphony Hall, filled with giant lit trees, 40 wreaths, and garlands. While you’re here, treat yourself at the lobby bar with festive winter cocktails, such as a Gingerbread Old Fashioned, limited-time sparkling wine, and special holiday desserts throughout December. And don’t forget to visit…

Top Gun: Maverick November 26, 2024 Facing an uncertain future and confronting the ghosts of his past, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) is drawn into a confrontation with his own deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who will be chosen to fly it. Rated PG-13 Artists Ben Palmer Conductor San Francisco Symphony Program Harold Faltermeyer Composer Lady Gaga Composer Hans Zimmer Composer Lorne Balfe Composer Joseph Kosinski Director Amadeus November 29 & 30, 2024 Experience the tale of Mozart’s music, loves, and rivalries in Amadeus, the winner of eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor. Rated PG Program Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Composer Miloš Forman Director Artists Constantine Kitsopoulos Conductor John Wilson Piano San Francisco Symphony Chorus Kevin Fox Guest Chorus Director…

The Banana Republic store on Geary Street was the site of a glamorous event celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Legion of Honor. Hosted by Antonio Contreras, Senior Wardrobe Consultant of the West Region for Banana Republic, the evening welcomed a glittering array of San Francisco’s most influential figures. Among the distinguished guests were Emily A. Beeny, Chief Curator of the Legion of Honor, and Barbara A. Wolfe, Curator in Charge of European Paintings, who were the centerpieces of the celebration. Also in attendance were prominent figures like Danielle Saint Germaine, Chief Philanthropy Officer for the de Young Museum; Marisa Rodriguez, President of the Union Square Alliance; Suzanne Ford, Executive Director of San Francisco Pride; and Samuel DiSalvio, Regional Director of the West for Banana Republic, along with Nguyen Pham…