About our performers
& Friends Band
& Friends Band brings an all-acoustic set of easy-listening tunes from long-time Marin County musicians showcasing folk, folk blues, light rock, country, and other popular tunes: some old, some new, some original; many from the '60s and '70s. Jerry Draper. the lead bandit, started playing music in the '60s and plays acoustic guitar; Jerry has played informally with several with Celtic and folk music bands over the years and formed & Friends Band to continue the party.
Ron Borelli
Ron Borelli is a pianist and accordionist performing throughout the San Francisco Bay Area—whether as a soloist, with his combo, or leading his orchestra. Known for his versatility, he delights audiences with a rich and diverse repertoire that spans American and jazz standards, European continental favorites, classical pieces and classic rock and roll.
Bistro Moustache
Bistro Moustache brings French music from Paris to the San Francisco Bay Area. You'll be transported to a delightful time of French Café music straight from the terrace of a Paris Bistro, a Guinguette on the Marne river or a Bal Musette on the banks of the Seine. Just as if Charles Trenet, Jacques Brel, Yves Montant, Georges Brassens, Serge Gainsbourg, Tino Rossi, Edith Piaf, Boris Vian, Django Reinhardt, Gus Viseur and Jo Privat were (re) united together for a magical performance.
Bistro Moustache's repertoire goes from the classics (Les Feuilles Mortes, C'est Si Bon, Ménilmontant, J'Attendrai, La Foule, Sous Le Ciel De Paris) to more modern (Il Est Cinq Heures Paris S'Éveille, Le Poinçonneur Des Lilas, Vesoul), and even Polkas, Tangos, Auvergne Bourrées and Celtic folk.
Hui Tarava
Hui Tarava was founded in 2013 under the direction of Justin "Froggie" Atangan & Angelique Bannag, who have over 20 years of experience in Tahitian dance & music. They were given their name and mentored by the late Jean "Coco" Hotahota of Temaeva in Tahiti.
Hui Tarava is based in Daly City, California, and has over 50 members of all ages and genders. They are a multiple award-winning dance group in both individual and group competitions in Tahiti, California, and many more.
La Jarry
LA JARRY is a band formed by two brothers, Benoît (singer) and David Pourtau (guitarist), accompanied by Arnaud Bottin on bass and Alexandre Thibault on drums.
After recording their demos at Peter Gabriel's studios in England, the band LA JARRY signed with Sony Music. Several singles were aired on the radio, including "Mea Culpa," "Liverpool," and "On n’a pas le choix."
The band has released several albums, including "Babylone," mixed by Canadian producer David Bottrill, known for mixing records for Muse, Smashing Pumpkins, and others. The life of LA JARRY unfolds on the road, and they have gained a reputation as a "live band," well-known across all festivals in France.
They perform a lot of concerts and tour not only in France but also in Canada, the USA, and more (Francofolies de Montreal, Ardèche Aluna Festival, Printemps de Bourges, London, New York, Chicago...).
LA JARRY sings in French and engages a lot with the audience. They have opened for artists like Jean-Louis Aubert, Tryo, and others.
San Francisco City Guides walking tours
For the past 47 years, San Francisco City Guides has been offering free historical walking tours throughout San Francisco and its neighborhoods. With over 70 scheduled tours led by 300 trained volunteer guides, City Guides provides a unique way to explore the city.
In celebration of Bastille Day, City Guides is proud to present the 1850s San Francisco: Paris of the Pacific 2025 tour at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on July 12, 2025, at Embarcadero Plaza.
1850s Paris of the Pacific 2025
After reports of California's "gold mines" and "fabulous riches," many French people packed their bags and headed to San Francisco. They left a lasting impact on the city's culture, especially in food, fashion, and various industries. Their contributions helped shape the city and the state of California.
Starting from Embarcadero Plaza, the tour traces the route of the earliest French arrivals, moving through the Embarcadero Center and Montgomery Street. You’ll hear stories of French immigrants who contributed to the city’s growth by establishing banks, restaurants, bakeries, shops, laundries, bordellos, and the first trams on Market Street. From the Gold Rush to the present, San Francisco has long been known as the "Paris of the Pacific."
Please register on the City Guides website, as space is limited.
Donations will be requested.
Meet at the Vaillancourt Fountain at the east end of Clay Street.
Celebrate Bastille Day with Culture Without Border: A Journey Through Revolutionary Ideals
Bastille Day and Culture Without Border invite you to a unique and thought-provoking experience that bridges two nations and two revolutions.
At the close of the 18th century, two foundational texts emerged—deeply connected by their shared roots in Enlightenment thinking: the United States Constitution (July 4, 1776), crafted in the wake of American Independence, and the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen (August 26, 1789), a defining milestone of the French Revolution.
Join us for a 30-minute conference, presented twice throughout the day, that explores the powerful relationship between these two documents. Discover how they shaped modern democracy and human rights, and learn about the fundamental differences that reflect the distinct paths taken by France and the United States.
Come be part of this historical reflection and celebrate the ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity that continue to inspire the world.