"Nisha, who looked to be about 15 years old, drew a parol - a star-shaped lantern displayed during Christmas - and a Bahay kubo - a traditional Filipino-style house - with a small pencil, as she sat at a table of the Bayanihan Community Center in SoMa."
"Wofford presented her design to the crowd of around 20 people who had come to weigh in on the design. When she finished, Megan Badilla, a fellow artist who works closely with Wofford, passed out worksheets with several prompts and space to draw."
"The long awaited park has been in development since 2012. But, last September, construction was put on hold. At the time, San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department spokesperson Tamara Barak Aparton, attributed the pause to lack of funds."
"Wofford agreed; 'It's not a question of 'if,' but 'when?''"
In 2026, symbols representing SoMa include a parol and Bahay kubo, reflecting Filipino culture. Local artists engage the community in designing a park named after Rachele Sullivan. The park's construction has faced delays due to funding issues, but community members remain optimistic about its future. Wofford's design for a surrounding fence, inspired by myrioramas, aims to blend cultural heritage with modern elements. The community actively participates in shaping the park's identity through art and cultural symbols.
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