Jamestown Stories
New Home, New Beginnings for Jamestown
On March 1st, 2019, Jamestown Community Center officially relocated offices to 2929 19th Street. Nestled between Alabama St and Florida St on 19th Street, a sign stands out on the front of the colossal building:
“Centro Social Obrero - Unidos Venceremos,” “Laborer Center- United we will win.”
Girls Got Goals Kicks Off Season Play!
After spending last semester training under the tutelage of a dedicated coaching staff, our Girls Got Goals participants are ready to hit the pitch!
Jamestown Partners With UnidosUs
Jamestown is honored to announce we are now an affiliate of UnidosUS (formerly NCLR) the largest Latino Advocacy Organization in the country. Jamestown was one of just six organizations nationwide selected to join the affiliate network this year.
Loco Bloco Presents - Back Of The Bus: A 14-Mission Love Story
Loco Bloco is looking forward to a wonderful ride this year after taking home the First Place Overall prize in 2018’s Carnaval San Francisco -- Loco Bloco and The Jamestown Community Center are proud to announce our 2019 theme, BACK OF THE BUS: A 14-Mission Love Story.
Executive Director Myrna Melgar Receives Local Government Award
In what has been a milestone year for The Jamestown Community Center, the accolades and recognition from the community continue with AISAF selecting Executive Director Myrna Melgar, as the recipient of a Local Government Award for 2018.
ReclaMisión 2018
In honor of Dia De Los Muertos, Jamestown and Loco Bloco celebrated our second annual ReclaMisión community event. Brava Theater became a sacred space for an evening of ceremony, music, art and dance. Hundreds passed through to pay their respects and enjoy the performances.
Jamestown Hosts "Keeping The Promise" Event With MEDA
In celebration of Mission Promise Neighborhood’s (MPN) two-year $6 million extension grant from the U.S. Department of Education, Jamestown hosted a community event at Buena Vista Horace with keynote speeches from House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, San Francisco Mayor London Breed, Supervisor Hillary Ronen and School Board Commissioner Mark Sanchez.
Jamestown Celebrates Latino Hispanic Heritage Month with the Cast of ON YOUR FEET!
Jamestown brought in Latino Hispanic Heritage Month in epic fashion with SHN Golden Gate Theater and the cast of the On Your Feet! the Broadway musical inspired by the life and music of Gloria Estefan.
Mayor London Breed Visits BVHM
Jamestown Community Center had the honor of hosting San Francisco Mayor London Breed for our Soar with Reading event at Buena Vista Horace Mann K-8.
Welcome To The New Beacons!
The Jamestown Community Center and its partnering schools are proud to join the San Francisco Beacon Initiative. Beacon Centers focus on bridging the gap between students, parents and their communities by bringing additional enrichment programs directly to school sites.
Loco Bloco Rises to Take First Place Overall Prize in Carnaval SF 2018
For over 40 years, San Francisco Carnaval has celebrated the rich traditions of Caribbean and Latin cultures in the Bay Area. Almost 100 contingents participate in the parade competition and Loco Bloco is proud to announce its 2018 First Place Overall Prize.