Family Fun with El Taller de Son Jarocho
Tuesday, September 17, 6:30pm at Sheldon Branch of Eugene Public Library (1566 Coburg Road), Eugene
Tuesday, September 24, 6:30pm at Bethel Branch of Eugene Public Library (1990 Echo Hollow Road), Eugene
Bring the kids to make music and learn dances of Southern Veracruz, Mexico at a bilingual family time with El Taller de Son Jarocho.
Oaxaca Explored
Wednesday, September 18, 6-7:30pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library (100 W 10th Ave), Eugene
Rice Pudding and Fritters
Saturday, September 14, 2pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library (100 W 10th Ave), Eugene
An all-ages bilingual get-together to enjoy two favorite sweet treats from Latin America: arroz con leche and buñuelos.
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Friday, September 13, 5:30-9pm
Springfield City Hall (225 5th St), Springfield
This event is presented by Noche Cultural, Eugene ArteLatino, the Springfield Public Library, and the Springfield Museum.
5:30 – 6:30 Mariachi Monumental
5:50 – 6:30 Ballet Folclórico Tlanese
6:30 – 7:00 Ceremony for Hispanic Heritage & El Grito (by Mexican Consul in Portland and City of Springfield Mayor)
7:00 – 7:10 Peruvian Folk Dance
7:10 – 7:20 Verse and Tap-dance by Eliborio Limón
7:20 – 7:50 Salsa Dancing with Azúcar Community Group
7:50 – 9:00 Open dance floor
Border Lands 2019, A Sketchbook Journey by Betty LaDuke
September 13-18
Aperture Gallery, Erb Memorial Union
L’Attitudes 44 “Latin Cultural Identity”
Thursday, September 12, 6pm
Haciendo Amigo Mio (3344 Gateway St), Springfield
Cross Cultural Institute and Downtown Languages want to raise awareness about diversity in our community and start a dialogue on how our cultural environment and our upbringing shape our experience of the world. The topic for this event is “Latin Cultural Identity” and the group will discuss the differences and commonalities across Spanish, French, and Portuguese cultures. Please RSVP by calling 541-780-4252 or emailing questions@iamcrosscultural.com.
Latin Night for Families!
September 6, 5:30-7pm
Petersen Barn Community Center (870 Berntzen Rd), Eugene
Event includes food, entertainment, music, prizes for game winners, and activities for the whole family.
Fiesta Cultural
September 6, 2019, 5:30-9:30pm
Broadway & Willamette, Eugene
Mariachi Flor de Toloache
Wednesday, September 4, 8pm
WOW Hall (291 W 8th Ave), Eugene
The Latin Grammy winning all-female mariachi group returns to Eugene for this performance at the WOW Hall. The Springfield High School Mariachi Band will be opening for Mariachi Flor de Toloache.
Paint Your Heart Out! A Bilingual Art Workshop for All
Thursday, September 5, 6-8pm
Wheelhaus Arts (3295 Cross St), Eugene
If you are interested in taking an art class to connect to your local community, learn techniques and practices connected to the world of Spanish art, or simply improve your Spanish in a fun welcoming environment, then this class is for you. “Paint Your Heart Out!” participants will complete a personal 12×18 inch canvas focusing on vibrant color, bold lines, and decorative patterns that will achieve a 3D element when viewed through special eye glasses. RSVP by email to workshops@wheelhausarts.com, or text 541 521-7411.
Contexts for Teaching Under the Feet of Jesus
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
1:00-3:00 p.m., Ford Alumni Center Ballroom
Register via MyTrack, Refreshments served
Join the UO Common Reading Program and TEP to launch next year’s book, Under the Feet of Jesus, by Helena María Viramontes. The event will include presentations by Professors Sarah Wald and David Vázquez, who will offer key contexts for the novel and share their experiences drawing out and preparing students to work with key themes like environmental justice, farm labor, and Chicana feminisms. Participants will receive a copy of the novel and a guide to teaching it developed by Professor Wald and her graduate students, with feedback from faculty experts across the disciplines. Don’t miss this special opportunity to talk with colleagues about how we can teach such a rich work in community with one another.