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Home                 El Camino Real International Heritage Center
2008 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
 
Updated 28 Apr 2008
              2008          Event at the Center                                                                                                                        
May 17
Saturday,
2pm
Book signing at the Center
Author Pari Noskin Taichert will be at the Center to sign her new novel, "The Socorro Blast"
June 7
Saturday
11am - 4pm

Spring Fiesta

Learn about the New Mexican environment and its wonderful resources through information booths and hands-on activities ranging from minerals, animals, and plants. Event will feature a slide-show presentation by Bill Dunmire, author of Gardens of New Spain, courtesy of New Mexico Humanities Council.
 
Details will be posted when the program is finalized.
June 7
thru
September 30

Reflections of the Rio Abajo

This collection of 35 photographs by Charlie Sanchez, Jr. features a reflective meditation upon the obscure, abandoned, and forgotten places and building of New Mexico's Rio Abajo.  Each photograph is accompanied by the poetry of Irene Sanchez.
 
The June 7th opening reception will include a gallery talk by the photographer and poetry reading.
              2008          Event at the Center                                                                                                                         
September 13
Saturday
11am - 4pm

Hispanic Heritage Celebration

A celebration of Hispanic culture features special performances including a “charriada” and lasso demonstrations, living history, and more
 
Click here for photos and details of last year's Hispanic Heritage Celebration (See what you missed)
September 13
thru
September 28

Santeros del Rio Abajo

Exhibition will feature 30 santero artists from New Mexico’s Rio Abajo. 

Visitors will be able to meet and great the artists during the opening reception on September 13th. Opening reception will also include wood-carving, tin art, and straw appliqué demonstrations.

November 1
Saturday
11am - 3pm

Día de Muertos

A celebration of Mexico’s Day of the Dead, celebration will feature guest lecture by Catalina Delgado-Trunk, storytelling, sugar skull decoration, and viewing of altar installation
 
Click here for photos and details of last year's Día de Muertos (See what you missed)
November 1
thru
December 31

Descansos y Campos Santos del Rio Abajo

This CD exhibition showcases 50 images of roadside “descansos” and cemetery sites in New Mexico’s Rio Abajo area. Images are enhanced with a wonderful music selection showcasing the local music of New Mexico.
November 15
Saturday
8am - 8pm

VIAJE DEL CAMINO REAL

Celebrate the Center’s 3rd anniversary with our first annual Viaje del Camino Real (Journey the Camino Real) festival.  Activities will include special workshops and presentations in Socorro, activities at the Center, tours of the trail, and an evening "Trail Dinner" overlooking the Jornada del Muerto with campfire talks and songs.
 
Details will be posted as the program becomes finalized.  Check back soon for on-line registration.
December 13
Saturday
11am - 3pm

Christmas at El Camino Real

Kick off the holidays with a very special presentation of Merry-Achi Christmas, courtesy of City of Socorro. Also enjoy the 3rd annual Posada procession, special performances, visit from Santa Claus, and ornament making.
 
Click here for photos and details of 2007's Christmas Celebration (See what you missed)
Later in the year . . . .
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