Articles by Adrian Avila

As part of De-Bug's series covering the experience of immigrant elders, Adrian Avila tells the story of a former kingpin that he came across and the positive inspiration that came from what one would call a "bad guy".

A re-cap of this years Pow Wow gathering of contemporary artists that engages with the broader community in the process and creation of art.

Pow Wow 2012 is once again being held in Hawai'i, bringing artist together from all over the world, including several from the Bay Area including two from San José.

A De-Bug staff member, and tailgate faithful, writes about how remembering the great season is always better than dwelling on the loss.

DeBug's own Adrian Avila heads to Candlestick Park for the winning game for the Forty Niners against the New Orleans Saints and films the tailgating with his iPhone.

Aaron De La Cruz is a Bay Area based artist delivering fresh new work that continues to inspire. http://aarondelacruz.com

"Prime Time 49" is a Tail Gate crew established in 2003 out of San Jose, Ca.

Brown Saturday "Dec." Sale, is here to provide an alternative to black Friday. The sale features designs made and printed in San Jose, Ca. All designs are limited editions, very few printed.  Last day to order and get in by X-mas is Dec 15th Local Pick up Available (SJ 95126).. Make arrangements: orders@afterdark47.com

Force 129, King 157, Mesengr and Poesia has converted Empire Seven Studios into a street scene most people and writers can relate in one way or another. You don't know if you're indoors or out. http://empiresevenstudios.com -- 525 N. 7th Street, San Jose, CA

Located at 701 Lenzen Ave. San Jose Ca. 95126. A monthly rotating galley that provides a space for artists to showcase their work.