Raíces Culturales Latinoamericanas

Art For the Cash Poor 14 w/ InLiquid
2013-06-08 08:00 - 2013-06-09 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Crane Arts Building, 1400 North American Street, Philadelphia, United States
Perdisteis la Tertulia? No te preocupes, siempre hay algo nuevo ocurriendo con Raíces! En este fin de semana, Junio 8-9, Raíces va estar con InLiquid en 1400 North American. Nos vemos!
Missed the Tertulia? Don’t worry, there’s always something new happening with Raíces! This weekend, June 8-9, Raíces will be with InLiquid on 1400 North American Street. See you there!

May Tertulia: Women and Art in Latin America'
2013-05-31 19:00 - 21:00 | The Crane Art’s Old School (White Space), 1417 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States
The tertulia is a signature Raices event meant to engage the audience with the cultural and artistic aspects of Latin America.
Our May Tertulia will feature Magdaliz Roura of Trio Crisol, Venezuela actress Yahaira Paredes, and Pig Iron Theater School student Katherine Gould. After each presenter has showcased their talents, a discussion focusing on how the political and social conditions of each artist’s home country has shaped their relationship with their specific art form will follow.
10$ Donation Suggested.

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2013-05-19 14:00 - 17:00 | Talentos Studio, 1417 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States
A free, weekly event organized by the Johnny Cruz Latin Band Ensemble provides local artists with a venue to practice their craft and create a powerful open mic experience for the community. All are welcome! This is a great opportunity for artists to share their gifts through instruments, vocals, dance, and spoken word.

Raíces presents 'Calpulli Cenzontle Cuicatl' at ADL Walk Against Hate
2013-05-19 13:00 - 16:00 | Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, West River Drive, Philadelphia, United States
Anti-Defamation League’s Walk Against Hate is a yearly event which Raíces is honored to be contributing to. Calpulli Cenzontle Cuicatl, members of Raíces’s artist coalition, will be showcasing Aztec dance and traditional costumes in a ten minute performance. Several other performers will be present as well.
Come out and support a wonderful event! For more information on the march, please visit walkagainsthate.org

Marta Sanchez Arte Bendito/Arte Filantropico Artist Talk
2012-07-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Taller Puertorriqueno, 2721 N. 5th St., Philadelphia, PA, United States
Marta Sanchez Arte Bendito/Arte Filantropico Artist Talk
July 21st at 1:00 p.m. at Taller’s Bookstore 2721 N. 5th Street
The exhibition is a compilation of three distinct art installations and a series of recent small paintings that interweave iconography, narrative landscapes and still lifes. Each installation benefits a particular cause: Cascarones por la Vida, The Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity and Taller Puertorriqueño.
More information: http://www.tallerpr.org/

Hispanic Fiesta
2012-07-14 14:00 - 2012-07-15 20:00 | Penn’s Landing, Great Plaza, Columbus Boulevard and Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Hispanic Fiesta
July 14 and 15, 2012
2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Penn’s Landing, Great Plaza
Columbus Boulevard and Chestnut Street
The Hispanic Fiesta at Penn’s Landing, was founded by Concilio in 1981. This event is a fun-filled, two-day showcase of Latino culture held at Philadelphia’s premier waterfront location, Penn’s Landing’s Great Plaza. One can sit back and enjoy the multicultural rhythms and melodious harmonies of salsa, merengue, bachata, samba, cumbia, mariachi and flamenco. Attended by over 30,000 people over the course of the weekend, the Hispanic Fiesta is one of the most popular and best-attended events at Penn’s Landing. This regional celebration features music, dance, entertainment, ethnic foods and artisan crafts from Puerto Rico and many Latin American countries making it a true family event for children of all ages.
More information: http://elconcilio.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=20&Itemid=37

PICC Summer Cocktail Party
2012-07-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, 2100 Arch Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
Save the Date
Thursday, July 12, 2012, 6 pm
PICC Summer Cocktail Party
Please join us as we celebrate important PICC milestones, including the likely defeat of 21 anti-immigrant bills
* Wine * Heavy Hors D’Oeurves * Entertainment * Silent Auction *
Where:
Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
2100 Arch Street, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Suggested Donation: $50
Click here to RSVP
Can’t come but would like to donate? Click here to sponsor a ticket for an immigrant activist!
Questions: Contact Rebecca Hufstader at rebeccahufstader@paimmigrant.org or 215-832-0895

Summer Flamenco Visiting Artist Series
2012-07-11 - 2012-07-31 | Overbrook Garage Studio, 6611 Overbrook Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19151, United States
Summer Flamenco Visiting Artist Series
For all Flamenco aficionados and professionals don’t miss the Summer Visiting Artist Series at the Pasion y Arte Overbrook Garage Studio with visiting MASTER FLAMENCO ARTIST DIRECTLY FROM SPAIN, ALEJANDRO GRANADOS!
He will be taking over Elba’s classes from July 11 till the end of July!! Cost is $25 per class or sign up for 2 or more classes for $20!!
Scholarship available upon request and availability for dance professionals and students, please contact info@pasionyarteflamenco.org for more information.
Class schedule: Tuesday: Intermediate/Advanced- 7-8:30pm Wednesdays: Advanced Intermediate 7-8:30pm Saturday: Basic Beginner 11-12:30pm
More information: http://www.facebook.com/events/154875537981824/

"Give Kids a Smile Day" at PCCY
2012-06-20 | Public Citizens for Children and Youth, 1709 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
PCCY’s phone lines are open! Please call 215-563-5848 to make an appointment for free dental care for a Philadelphia child!
For non-English speaking parents, we will use Language Line to make their appointments and many of the dental offices have staff
who speak several other languages.

Public Citizens for Children and Youth is located at 1709 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103
For more information: Please feel free to call (215) 563-5848

Self Conscious Artist Talks: Takeya Trayer, Tatyana Fazlalizadeh and Yadira Leticia Torres
2012-06-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Leeway Foundation, 1315 Walnut Street, Suite 832, Philadelphia, PA, 19122, United States
Takeya Trayer (ACG ’12, ’10), Tatyana Fazlalizadeh and Yadira Leticia Torres will discuss their art featured in the exhibition and their influences and process on Tuesday June 19 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at our office (1315 Walnut Street, Suite 832). RSVP here.

Casa de Venezuela presents Venezuelan Expressions
2012-06-17 15:00 - 19:00 | Mandell Theater at Drexel University, 33rd and Spruce Streets, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
The signature program from Casa de Venezuela, which will take you on a cultural journey through the musical, dances and traditions of Venezuela.
The event takes place on Sunday, June 17th at 3:00pm. The event will be held at the Mandell Theater on the campus of Drexel University. The theater is located at 33rd and Chestnut Streets in University City, Philadelphia.
Host Performers: The Ensemble of Music and The Group of Traditional Dances of Casa de Venezuela
FEATURING SPECIAL GUESTS: Musician and Composer Saul Vera & His Ensemble, Composer Manena Contreras & her Allegro Voce Children’s Choirs
Tickets for the event are on sale now.
$10 Children 12 and under/Students
$20 Regular admission price

The event is sponsored by:
HealthPartners
The Philadelphia Foundation
Philadelphia Multicultural Affairs Congress

Casa de Venezuela
1417 N 2nd St, First Floor Annex
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Follow us on Twitter @VenExpPhila

What people are saying about Venezuelan Expressions?
“A community’s heritage is reflected through its artistic and cultural creations, and the Venezuelan culture is richly endowed with vivacious music, spirited dance and vibrant visual arts as evidenced in Venezuelan Expression. The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts is proud to join with Casa de Venezuela, its board of directors, and the talented artists and audiences for this dynamic annual arts event”
Charon Battles
Program Director Pennsylvania Council on the Arts

“Venezuelan Expressions was everything I expected it to be: brilliant, colorful, entertaining and above all well-choreographed and produced. Thank you for bringing Venezuela to Philly!”
Veronica Castillo-Perez
Executive Director Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas

Sugar Cane Festival by APM (Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha)
2012-06-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Unnamed Venue, N 5th Street and Berks Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19122, United States
Sugar Cane Festival
When: Saturday, June 16th, 12pm-5pm

Where: 5th Street and Berks Street, South Kensington, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Join us on June 16th for the Eighth Annual Sugar Cane Festival, the Official Start of Summer in Latino Philadelphia hosted by Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha (APM)!
The Sugar Cane Festival attracts thousands of visitors over the course of the day. Each year, Sugar Cane Festival attendees look forward to receiving information and presentations by community businesses andorganizations, as well as listening to great music. We plan to once again offer residents information about the benefits of recycling among other activities. We’re also planning to have a children’s area with family-friendly activities and games, as well as a variety of health and human services information.
The 2012 Sugar Cane Festival is scheduled for Saturday, June 16 from Noon to 5:00pm on Fifth Street between Berks and Norris Streets, as well as along Hewson Street. We’re looking forward to a wonderful event again this year as it continues to grow, and hope that you can join us.
We invite everyone to enjoy this special day!
FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS AND GIVEAWAYS!
CHILDREN’S AREA FEATURING: Philadelphia Zoo & Philadelphia Museum of Art
Live Animals, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts, Temporary Tattoos, & MORE!
FESTIVAL ‘FRIENDS’: CoventryCares from HealthAmerica
Health Partners – PHFA – TruMark Financial Credit Union
ADDITIONAL FESTIVAL SUPPORTERS: Centro Musical – Cousin’s Supermarket – El Sol
Lowe’s – New Image Remodeling – Temple University – The Free Library of Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Museum of Art – Philadelphia Phillies – The Philadelphia Zoo
Power 99 – Taco Riendo – Tierra Colombiana

Marta Sanchez, Arte Bendito/Arte Filantrópico (Blessed Art/ Philanthropic Art) at Taller Puertorriqueno
2012-06-15 - 2012-07-15 | Lorenzo Homar Gallery, 2721 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19133, United States
Marta Sanchez
Arte Bendito/Arte Filantrópico
(Blessed Art/ Philanthropic Art)
Lorenzo Homar Gallery
Opening Reception: Friday, June 15th, 2012 at 5:30 p.m.

On display from June 15 through July 15, 2012

The exhibition is a compilation of three art installations and a series of recent small paintings that interweave iconography, narrative landscapes and still lives. Proceeds benefit: Cascarones por la Vida, The Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity and Taller Puertorriqueño. / Compendio de tres instalaciones de arte y una serie de pinturas. Ventas de los mismos a beneficio del proyecto Cascarones por la Vida, y otros.
Born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, Chicana painter Marta Sanchez is deeply inspired by traditional Mexican folk art expressions. Marta Sanchez is recognized primarily for her ex-voto /retablos formatted paintings, an offspring of traditional Mexican prayer paintings. These soulful works on metal capture the deepest held wishes and dreams of her subjects, as if the artist were lighting a candle in prayer for her subject. Her works on paper are mostly linocuts and monotypes that also follow the social and cultural traditions of Mexican and Chicano/a Art./ Marta Sanchez nació y creció en San Antonio, Texas y su carrera como artista ha sido profundamente inspirada por expresiones folclóricas mexicanas. Se le conoce principalmente por sus pinturas en retablos. Su técnica y trabajo en metal y papel siguen de igual manera las tradiciones de arte mexicanas y chicanas.

More information about the exhibit at :
http://taller.osiris.analogmethod.com/A/Lorenzo-Homar-Gallery/Current-Exhibits.aspx
