Tag: Art

Proud to play a small role in the Movement

St. Sen. Julie Gonzales

By St. Sen. JULIE GONZALES Over the past few weeks since Trump won re-election, I have listened to friends and family members speaking in hushed tones about the unsettling feeling of politics happening to us, instead of with us. In these complicated times, our society has become increasingly individualized, leading to greater isolation.      How… Continue reading Proud to play a small role in the Movement

Chicana/o License Plate journey began with 2nd grade teacher

How EMS became involved     In the 2004-2005 school year, a fateful relationship began.  Mrs. Denise Torrez, second grade teacher at Eva R. Baca Elementary School in Pueblo, CO,  welcomed a group of rambunctious second graders into her Dogpatch classroom.      Among the scholars in that group was a wide-eyed, mischievous, yet intelligent little… Continue reading Chicana/o License Plate journey began with 2nd grade teacher

Plate designed by distinguished group of Colorado artists

Photo by Anthony Maes

  The artistic design of the Chicana/o Special License Plate was facilitated in a community-driven process initiated by a group of artists convened at renowned Chicano muralist Leo Tanguma’s house. The group of artists met on February 4th, 2023 for over 8 hours to discuss relevant histories, symbols, and representations relevant to the design of… Continue reading Plate designed by distinguished group of Colorado artists

CHICANA/O LICENSE PLATE AVAILABLE IN JANUARY

Photo by Macaario M. Torrrez

“Help build our people with us”  By TIM HERNANDEZ    When you’re a State Representative, you are given only five laws you can try to pass in a 120 day legislative session. That’s the rule: five bills, no more. During my term, I ran bills on gun violence prevention, immigrant rights, strengthening unions, cultural rights… Continue reading CHICANA/O LICENSE PLATE AVAILABLE IN JANUARY

Native American Authors

By Deborah Martinez Martinez As Native American Heritage Month winds down for 2024, there are many outstanding authors to read. Among them are Pulitzer Prize winning N. Scott Momaday (Kiowa), James Welch (Blackfeet and A’aninin), Janet Campbell Hale (Coeur d’Alene, Kootenay, and Cree), Leslie Marmon Silko (Laguna Pueblo), Joseph Bruchac (Abenaki), Vine Deloria Jr. (Standing… Continue reading Native American Authors

Milagro Beanfield War – The Play

Nichols’ classic novel performed by novice teen actors The last performance of “Milagro Beanfield War – The Play” based on the best-selling novel by late John Nichols, was presented at Pueblo Community College’s Hoag Theater on Oct. 3 of this year. The stage production was written and acted in by youths ranging in age from… Continue reading Milagro Beanfield War – The Play

Chicano Pride Ride Arizona to benefit homeless

By Roberto Cordova PHOENIX — In its fourth year, Chicano Pride Ride Arizona is getting ready to roll on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., according to organizer Debbie Ortega. “This is a poker run, with food, entertainment, vendors, and special guest the Cali Girl Riders,” she said. “All proceeds go towards… Continue reading Chicano Pride Ride Arizona to benefit homeless

Dia De Los Muertos

PLAZA VERDE PARK, NOV. 2, 2024 At the beginning of November, Chicanx families come together to welcome ancestors back home for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Dia de los Muertos originates from Aztec culture and has survived despite colonization and religious conquerers. Historically, Dia de los Muertos was once a month-long celebration,… Continue reading Dia De Los Muertos