Film: Biutiful
NHCC-Newsletter-November-2-307 pm Uxbal, a man on the wrong side of the law, struggles to provide for his children on the dangerous streets of Barcelona, as well as to do some modest good in his corrupt and compromised world. As fate closes in on him, Uxbal learns to accept the realities of life, whether bright, bad…or “biutiful.” Presented as part of the Bank of America Free Thursday Film Series. 2010; directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu; Spanish with English subtitles; 148 minutes; rated R. Free ticketed event; tickets available (more...)
Rainbow Studio Theater Presents Roots Revival Revisited (Rental)
Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts: Albuquerque Journal Theatre 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM10:30 am – Thursday & Friday (Student performance) 8 pm – Friday & Saturday (Public performance) 2 pm – Saturday (Public performance) In a library in Anywhere, USA, students learn about their past history, origin, and culture from a larger-than-life, animated Big Book of Stories that pays homage to the oral history tradition of blacks in America. The Griot (also known as the school librarian) uses a backdrop of high-energy music, dance, and spoken word to take these unwitting students, who initially think they “know it all,” (more...)
Making Art: Cartas y Corazones
Domenici Education Building 1701 4th Street SW, Albuquerque, NM10 am to 12 pm Just in time for Dia de San Valentin, join us for a printmaking workshop! Students visit the NHCC Art Museum for a facilitated discussion about one piece of art or art-making technique, followed by a hands-on art making project inspired in some way by the artwork! Watch as your own brilliant students discover their inner creativity. This is a free event with registration. Limited availability. Limit 35 students For a PDF with all of the education opportunities please click HERE. If you (more...)
¡Vamos al Museo! Valentines with Nick Abdalla
Domenici Education Building 1701 4th Street SW, Albuquerque, NM10:30 am to 12:00 pm On the first Saturday morning of every month, join us for this fun and engaging docent- and artist-led family program. During the February event, families (limited to 25 participants) will get a 30-minute museum tour focused on the NHCC Art Museum's current exhibit Fantasía Fantástica: Imaginative Spaces and Other-Worldly Collage led by artist Nick Abdalla, whose work you will see in the exhibit. Following the tour, Nick will lead you in a family-friendly project that will include an exploration of sculptural valentines that Nick (more...)
First Friday: Docent Education and Conversation
Domenici Education Building 1701 4th Street SW, Albuquerque, NM9:30 am – 12 pm On the first Friday of each month, NHCC docents and core volunteers meet for coffee and conversation along with monthly presentations on topics that build the knowledge and skills of the docent core to give tours, educate the NHCC visitors and share the NHCC mission and programs. For more information on the NHCC Docent and Volunteer program, Please call Annette Lujan at 505-383-4783 or email her at Annette.Lujan@state.nm.us for more information. Free event
Chispa: A Mariachi Valentine’s, Featuring Reynaldo Maestas
Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts: Albuquerque Journal Theatre 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM2 pm Mariachi singer Reynaldo Maestas, Baila! Baila!, and Mariachi Tapatio perform romantic music and dance for Valentine’s Day, delighting audiences with amazing colors, tantalizing rhythms, quick footwork, and powerful vibratos. The concert will include a set of “Canciones de Amor” in both English and Spanish; duets will feature the beautiful vocals of members of Mariachi Tapatio and Reynaldo Maestas. $22
Albuquerque Latin Valentine Love Fest
Domenici Education Building 1701 4th Street SW, Albuquerque, NM7 pm to 12 pm Whether You are a Couple, Single or a Student, Valentine’s Was Made For Salsa! Join us Tuesday, Feb 14th, 2017. Enter the magical Valentine's atmosphere with live music from the 3 piece ensemble, Empire Strings and enjoy live salsa by Ivon Ulibarri & Cafe Mocha throughout the night! There will be plenty of dance performances, dessert, drink & fun for dancers and spectators alike. We'll be celebrating Valentine's in the Grand Ballroom at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th St. For (more...)
Film: No eres tú, soy yo
NHCC-Newsletter-November-2-307 pm Lovelorn Javier goes to extraordinary lengths to recover from his broken marriage. When his self-confidence takes a serious hit and his psychoanalyst offers little helpful advice, he sinks into a deep depression and seeks solace in the arms of his many ex-girlfriends. Presented as part of the Bank of America Free Thursday Film Series. 2010; directed by Alejandro Springall; Spanish with English subtitles; 101 minutes; rated PG-13. Free ticketed event; tickets available one hour before show
Hispanic Culture Day
Hotel Eldorado 309 W San Francisco St, Santa Fe, NM, United States10 am Hispanic Culture Day, co-hosted by Senator Peter Wirth and the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) Foundation, will begin with a joint session of the New Mexico State Senate and the New Mexico House of Representatives in the House Chambers. It will be followed by a ticketed luncheon at Hotel Eldorado honoring Rep. Monica Youngblood and Sen. Jacob R. Candelaria for their tremendous advocacy for and in support of Hispanic cultures and communities. The keynote speaker for the Hispanic Culture Day Joint Session is Dr. Arturo (more...)
Colcha Community Stitch-Along
Domenici Education Building 1701 4th Street SW, Albuquerque, NM9:30 am – 12 pm Join our monthly gathering for colcheras of all skill levels led by Annette Gutierrez Turk. If you are beginning or advanced in the traditional New Mexican style of embroidery, bring your current colcha project along and enjoy these monthly, informal, community work sessions to share ideas, resources and encouragement! For more information, call Elena at 505-246-2261 or e-mailing elenad.baca@state.nm.us. Free event