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PRACTICE SPANISH - MEET NEW PEOPLE - SUPPORT A FILM

 

Meet new people, practice Spanish or English, and have fun, all while helping bring Finding Jose to life. Every conversation and every ticket supports our independent feature film as we independely raise money to get this film made. 

FIRST DATE
A fun language exchange fundraiser for Finding Jose

📅  July 26
🕓  4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍  Restaurante Las Cazuelas, 312 N Bush St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
🎟️ Limited to 50 guests

 

ABOUT EVENT

 

WHAT IS A SPANGLISH MIXER?

Whether you're fluent, just starting, or somewhere in between, this event is all about meeting people, practicing Spanish and English, and having a great time in a relaxed environment.

You'll rotate through conversations, play interactive games, and meet others who love language and culture.

No pressure. No awkward classrooms. Just good conversations over good food.

WHAT TO EXPECT

🎲   Conversation games

🗣️   Guided language prompts

🏷️   Color-coded badges showing your language level

🍽️   Great food and drinks available for purchase

🤝    Meet people who want to practice just like you

❤️     Help support the independent feature film Finding Jose

 

CHOOSE YOUR BADGE

🟢 BEGINNER   ["I'm learning!"]

🔵 INTERMEDIATE ["Let's practice."]

🟠 ADVANCED.  ["Challenge me!"]

🔴 NATIVE SPEAKER. ["Happy to help!"]

 

Badges make it easy to find conversation partners at your comfort level.

 

WHO CAN COME?

Everyone! Whether you're…

  • Learning Spanish

  • Learning English

  • A No Sabo Kid

  • A native speaker

  • Bringing your parents

  • Bringing your friends

  • Flying solo

 

You'll fit right in.

 

WHY WE'RE DOING THIS

This mixer is helping raise funds for our upcoming independent feature film Finding Jose, a road-trip comedy-drama following three siblings searching for their secret half-brother across Mexico. Every ticket helps us continue bringing this story to life while creating a space for our community to connect.

FOOD & DRINKS

Enjoy delicious food and drinks from our amazing host restaurant throughout the event.

Come hungry, support local, and make new friends along the way.

SCHEDULE & CALENDER

 

Our Spanglish Mixers are designed to help you practice, connect, and have fun in a relaxed environment. Each event follows a similar format with dedicated Spanish, English, and Mix Time sessions.

JULY 26 • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍  312 N Bush St, Santa Ana, CA 92701

🎟️ Limited to 50 guests

AUGUST 22 • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍  PENDING (Location: Santa Ana)

🎟️ Limited to 100 guests

SEPTEMBER 26 • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍  PENDING (Location: Santa Ana)

🎟️ Limited to 150 guests

OCTOBER 24 • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍  PENDING (Location: Santa Ana)

🎟️ Limited to 150 guests

NOVEMEMBER 14 • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍  PENDING (Location: Santa Ana)

🎟️ Limited to 150 guests

AGENDA

Time    Activity
4:00 PM    Check-In, Grab Your Badge & Meet Everyone
4:15 PM    Ice Breakers + 🔴 Spanish Time
4:35 PM    Conversation Prompts + 🔵 English Time
4:55 PM    Mix Time + 🎲 Group Game
5:10 PM    Conversation Challenge + 🔴 Spanish Time
5:30 PM    Spanglish Bingo + 🔵 English Time
5:50 PM    Mix Time, Photos & Meet New Friends
6:00 PM    Event Ends

UPCOMING EVENTS

This is just the beginning! Our goal is to host Spanglish Mixers throughout the year at different local restaurants and businesses, creating a fun space to practice languages, meet new people, and support our community.

 

**Future dates will be announced soon. Check back often or join our email list to stay updated!**

SPANGLISH FAQ

Do I need to speak Spanish or English?

​Not at all! Beginners are encouraged to join.

 

Does my ticket include food or drinks?

Food and drinks are available for purchase from our local restaurant during the event. Your ticket reserves your spot and helps cover event costs while supporting our fundraiser for Finding Jose. We hope you'll also support our host by grabbing a bite to eat or a drink while you're there.

Will there be food?

Food and drinks are available for purchase from our local restaurant during the event.

 

Can I come alone?
Absolutely, many people will!

 

Is there any age requirement? 
Open to all ages.

 

Do I have to participate in every activity?
No. Join as much or as little as you'd like.

 

Where does my ticket funds go?
Ticket sales help cover event expenses and support the production of Finding Jose.

 

What does my ticket pay for?

Your ticket helps cover event materials, games, badges, prizes, marketing, and supports the production of our independent feature film, Finding Jose.

Where does the money go?

Proceeds help cover the event and support the production of Finding Jose, our upcoming independent feature film.

I would also consider adding one more question that many people check before purchasing:

What if I arrive late?

No worries! You can join at any time. We'll help you jump into the current activity and get you connected with a conversation group.

What should I bring?

Just yourself! Bring a charged phone, a positive attitude, and an appetite for great food and conversation.

Can I switch between Spanish and English?

Yes! During Red Light and Blue Light sessions, we encourage everyone to stick to the featured language. During Yellow Light (Mix Time), you're welcome to speak either language.

What if I'm a "No Sabo Kid"?

Perfect, you'll fit right in! This event is designed for everyone, whether you're reconnecting with your Spanish, practicing English, or simply looking to meet new people in a welcoming environment. There's no judgment here—only conversation, learning, and community.

What if I'm shy?

You're in good company! We'll have conversation starters, games, and friendly hosts to help break the ice. There's no pressure to speak perfectly—just come ready to learn and have fun.

Are refunds available?

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is canceled. If you can no longer attend, please contact us and we'll do our best to help.

Will there be more Spanglish Mixers?

Yes! We hope to make this a recurring community event. If you can't make this one, we'd love to see you at a future mixer. Follow us on social media or join our email list to be the first to hear about upcoming dates.

 

What if I can't make it after buying a ticket?

Tickets help us reserve your spot and support our fundraiser for Finding Jose, so they are generally non-refundable. If something comes up, please reach out to us—we'll do our best to help or let you know about future event options.

How can I stay updated on future events?

Follow us on social media and join our email list to hear about upcoming Spanglish Mixers, community events, and updates on Finding Jose. We're just getting started, and we'd love to have you be part of the community!

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