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SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Los Paisanos del Puerto - Dorcas Tang
DESCRIPTION:Experience our upcoming exhibition Los Paisanos del Puerto: Portraits of the Chinese diaspora community in Puntarenas\, Costa Rica by Chinese-Malaysian photographer and artist Dorcas Tang. Join us for the opening reception on November 10\, 2023 from 6PM – 9PM and explore a forgotten intersection of Chinese and Latine identities while seeking to question and redefine our definitions of both. \n\n\n\nOn view through November 10\, 2023 – March 9\, 2024\, Los Paisanos del Puerto (2018 – ongoing) focuses on the living narratives of the Chinese diaspora in Puntarenas\, Costa Rica. The exhibition presents a kaleidoscopic view of the community through portraits\, vernacular photo albums\, archival images from the state\, and oral interviews. \n\n\n\nFree Event \n\n\n\nLearn More
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/opening-reception-los-paisanos-del-puerto-dorcas-tang/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Program
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SUMMARY:Carmen & Grace: Book Club Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for book club brunch!\n\n\n\nWe will be joined by author Melissa Coss Aquino to discuss her book Carmen and Grace\, in coversation with Erica Bernal of LITina Book Club. Light brunch — mimosas and pastelitos — will be provided. Reading the book ahead of time is encouraged but not required. \n\n\n\nGet Tickets & Learn More
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/carmen-grace-book-club-brunch/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:Encendido Navideño: Arropados en Blanco Winter Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Encendido Navideño: Arropados en Blanco this December 1\, 2023 from 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm. This isn’t just any holiday gathering; it’s a traditional Parranda fundraiser that promises to ignite your senses and warm your soul. Picture the festive atmosphere filled with holiday cheer\, the aroma of sancocho\, asopao con tostones\, and the lively melodies of Los Bomberos de la Calle. This year is truly exceptional. We’re kicking off our 50th anniversary year\, a testament to our unwavering dedication to preserving our cultural heritage and nurturing our community through the arts. Let’s embrace this joyful season by celebrating and preserving spaces that showcase what binds us together. \n\n\n\nSupport our fundraising efforts: \n\n\n\nVIP Tickets  |  $150/individual\n\n\n\n(4:30-6:00 pm) Experience an exclusive VIP reception with the unveiling of Jose Ortíz Pagán’s “Estamos Aquí” map mural\, a traditional Puerto Rican cuisine\, two drink tickets\, Taller’s 50th-anniversary memorabilia\, and non-stop festivities throughout the event. An exclusive first view of our 50th anniversary! \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission Tickets  |  $60/individual or $110/couple\n\n\n\n(6:00-11:00pm) Includes one drink ticket and entry to this unforgettable fundraiser. \n\n\n\nDon’t forget to bring a toy donation for our Three Kings Toy Drive and receive a free drink ticket! Let’s spread the joy this holiday season. \n\n\n\n\nBUY YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/encendido/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Holiday event
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SUMMARY:Storytime: The Bronx Is My Home
DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time with local author Alyssa Reynoso-Morris on Saturday\, December 9! This free event is for all ages. Light food and arts and crafts activities provided. \n\n\n\nAbout the book\n\n\n\nWelcome to The Bronx\, New York! There’s only one place where you can see bodegas and businesses bustling on every street\, taste the most delicious empanadas in the world\, smell the salty sea air of Pelham Bay\, and pet horses at the Bronx Equestrian Center. From sunrise to sunset\, Santiago and Mami have many treasures to enjoy in their neighborhood on a beautiful Saturday\, including colorful birds on the Siwanoy Trail and fresh cannolis on Arthur Avenue. This energetic and joyful family story offers both a journey through and a love letter to this special borough. \n\n\n\nRSVP FOR EVENT
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/storytime-the-bronx-is-my-home/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:Toys & Tales: A Three Kings & Three Queens Day Celebration For Kids
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline is January 1st\, 2024. \n\n\n\nFree private parking is available via Huntingdon Street.  \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION FORM \n\n\n\nImmerse yourself in the magic of our annual toy gifting event\, celebrating the rich Latinx tradition of el Día de los Reyes—this time\, with a delightful twist featuring three queens alongside the kings! Join the Three Kings and Queens as they generously distribute free toys to the children in our community.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis year\, our festivities extend beyond toy distribution. Dive into the enchanting world of La Noche Before Three Kings Day with author and Philly native\, Sheila Colón-Bagley\, during a festive Spanglish storytime. Children can also participate in arts and crafts\, all while enjoying light refreshments.  \n\n\n\nAbout the Book:\n\n\n\nIt’s almost Three Kings Day\, and while the grownups prepare a large meal\, the kids prepare their shoe boxes for los Reyes to arrive later that night. Will they stay up late enough to wish the Kings a Feliz Día de los Reyes? Or will the magic pass them by? Sing along with a great big familia as they fill up their platos\, play their favorite juegos\, and wait for the three kings and regalitos to arrive.  This enchanting celebration of a beloved holiday is brought to life through lively rhyming dual-lingual text by Sheila Colón-Bagley with festive illustrations from Alejandro Mesa. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis holiday season\, celebrate with your family—receive a special gift\, engage in a joyous storytime\, partake in arts and crafts\, and meet the Kings and Queens in a celebration that wraps up the holiday season with warmth and cheer! \n\n\n\nMake sure to secure your spot by registering before the deadline. This free event requires prior registration\, as toys are limited. Bring grass or a drawing for the kings and queens art collection! \n\n\n\nKids who are signed up will receive one (1) toy per kid. Story time will take place from 10:00am – 11:00am and toy gifting will be from 11:00am – 2:00pm Attendees aren’t required to attend both but MUST notify so on the registration form. Complete the registration form above or reach out to José Antonio Santiago Benítez at jsantiago@tallerpr.org or 215.426.3311 with any inquiries.
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/reyes/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Book Launch Party: The Girl\, the Ring\, and the Baseball Bat
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVENT \n\n\n\nCelebrate the release of local author Camille Gomera-Tavares’s new book! Join us on Wednesday\, February 7\, 6pm-8pm\, for Q&A\, book signing\, and light refreshments. With author Camille Gomera-Tavarez.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister For Event
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/book-launch-party-the-girl-the-ring-and-the-baseball-bat/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:Relit Virtual Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a panel discussion with editor Sandra Proudman and contributors David Bowles and NoNieqa Ramos. Relit is an empowering anthology of 16 stories by award-winning and bestselling YA authors centering a Latinx point of view.  \n\n\n\n\nRSVP & Learn More
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/relit-virtual-book-launch/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Virtual Event
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SUMMARY:SEEING/HEARING: Capturing the Asian Presence in the Americas 
DESCRIPTION:A Round Table Discussion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis talk explores and broadens the subject matter discussed in Dorcas Tang’s exhibition\, Los Paisanos del Puerto: Portraits of the Chinese diaspora community in Puntarenas\, Costa Rica\, on view at Taller Puertorriqueño. The talks explore a central theme of the exhibition\, the “intersection of Chinese and Latine identities\,” and the question that redefines “our definitions of both.” It features viewpoints from the artists Dorcas Tang\,  Anne Ishii\, the Director of the Asian Arts Initiative\, and Aisha Zia Khan\, the Director of Twelve Gates.  \n\n\n\nSubmit questions for our panelists to discuss \n\n\n\n\nWatch Here
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/seeing-hearing/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Program,Virtual Event
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SUMMARY:28th Arturo A. Schomburg Symposium
DESCRIPTION:?️ Opening Event: Friday\, Feb 23\, 2024 at 5:00pm? Symposium: Saturday\, Feb 24\, 2024 from 9:30am – 3:00pm? Taller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N 5th St. Philadelphia PA 19133 \n\n\n\nJoin us for our annual Arturo A. Schomburg Symposium. This year’s theme is Repairing and Reparations\, Healing from Racial Wounds. \n\n\n\nThe Trans-Atlantic Trade of Africans and their subsequent enslavement deeply wounded humanity. We have all dysfunctioned since then\, under the construct of race. The Schomburg Symposium of 2024 will embark in a profound exploration of the enduring mental health impact of racial trauma. Distinguished speakers\, psychologists\, social workers\, activists\, artists and others\, will converge to explore various paths to healing from Racism and embrace Blackness\, Africa\, and its Diaspora. \n\n\n\nSocial Work CEU Credits available \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Purchase Tickets
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/28th-arturo-a-schomburg-symposium/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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SUMMARY:Rice is Everything: A Conversation about Food\, Family\, and History
DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 9th for an evening filled with delicious food\, engaging conversations\, and the opportunity to make new connections. Rice is Everything\, the closing event for Dorcas Tang’s Los Paisanos del Puerto at Taller Puertorriqueño. At the heart of this event is the profound role of rice\, tracing its origins from Asia and evolving into a culinary cornerstone across Latin America. \n\n\n\nThis closing celebration encapsulates the essence of Tang’s exhibition\, Los Paisanos del Puerto (2018 – ongoing)\, which intricately explores the stories of the Chinese diaspora in Puntarenas\, Costa Rica. The exhibition presents a kaleidoscopic view of the community through portraits\, through captivating portraits\, vernacular photo albums\, archival state images\, and compelling oral interviews. \n\n\n\nThe evening will feature an engaging presentation and conversation with Chef Yun Fuentes\, offering insights into the cultural significance of food within communities undergoing change. Guided tours of the exhibition will be available in English\, Spanish\, and Mandarin. These tours will be thoughtfully led by artist Dorcas Tang\, the show’s curator Rafael Damast\, and Edwin Porras\, Assistant Professor of Musicology and Ethnography. \n\n\n\nJoin us in celebrating the diverse narratives and cultural connections brought to life by Dorcas Tang’s Los Paisanos del Puerto. \n\n\n\nThe event is free and family-friendlyThere will be food and refreshmentsTours of the exhibition in English\, Spanish\, and Mandarin \n\n\n\n1 PM – 2 PM: Exhibition tours with artist Dorcas Tang\, the curator of the show Rafael Damast\, and Edwin Porras\, Assistant Professor of Musicology and Ethnography concentrating on the African and Asian Diasporas of Latin America.2 PM – 3 PM: Food presentation and conversation with Chef Yun Fuentes 3 PM – 4 PM: Eating and interacting with guests and artists.  \n\n\n\nRSVP FOR EVENT\n\n\n\nFull Name *Email Address *How many people are attending with you?Just me1 more person2 more people3 or more peopleRegister
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/paisanos-closing/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Program
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SUMMARY:Storytime & Clothing Swap: Paula's Patches
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a book reading & clothing swap on Saturday\, April 13\, at a special Meet the Author event with Gabriella Adleman! In Paula’s Patches\, Paula overcomes embarrassment with creative problem-solving and encourages her classmates to be resourceful\, mend\, and reuse.  \n\n\n\nSTORYTIME 10am-12pm:  Join us to read Paula’s Patches with Gabriella Aldeman\, a Panamanian American author and professional translator. Light food will be provided and the reading will be followed by a craft activity. Note: The book is in English but the presentation will be bilingual. RSVP at shoptallerpr.org/paulaspatches \n\n\n\nCLOTHING SWAP 10am-4pm: Bring your gently loved pieces and trade them for something new-to-you! Open to all ages and genders\, no registration required.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Event
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/paulaspatches/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:Braiding Circles: Community Workshop by Veronica Perez
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Veronica Perez’s Braiding Circles\, a community-building project with a mission to combat feelings of isolation and create spaces where individuals from diverse backgrounds feel a sense of belonging. Drawing inspiration from her family history and the ongoing struggle for cross-cultural understanding\, Veronica emphasizes the importance of interdependency and empathy in our survival. \n\n\n\nVeronica Perez’s Braiding Circles are FREE workshops that offer participants a unique opportunity to engage meaningfully with heritage\, art\, and community. By braiding together and sharing stories\, attendees create beautiful artworks and contribute to a collective archive of resilience and belonging. Learn More about the project here. Prior registration is needed to join the Braiding Circle. Signup below! \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Workshop
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/braidingcircles18/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Braiding Circles: Community Workshop by Veronica Perez
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Veronica Perez’s Braiding Circles\, a community-building project with a mission to combat feelings of isolation and create spaces where individuals from diverse backgrounds feel a sense of belonging. Drawing inspiration from her family history and the ongoing struggle for cross-cultural understanding\, Veronica emphasizes the importance of interdependency and empathy in our survival. \n\n\n\nVeronica Perez’s Braiding Circles are FREE workshops that offer participants a unique opportunity to engage meaningfully with heritage\, art\, and community. By braiding together and sharing stories\, attendees create beautiful artworks and contribute to a collective archive of resilience and belonging. Learn More about the project here. Prior registration is needed to join the Braiding Circle. Signup below! \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Workshop
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/braidingcircles19/
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SUMMARY:Braiding Circles: Community Workshop by Veronica Perez
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Veronica Perez’s Braiding Circles\, a community-building project with a mission to combat feelings of isolation and create spaces where individuals from diverse backgrounds feel a sense of belonging. Drawing inspiration from her family history and the ongoing struggle for cross-cultural understanding\, Veronica emphasizes the importance of interdependency and empathy in our survival. \n\n\n\nVeronica Perez’s Braiding Circles are FREE workshops that offer participants a unique opportunity to engage meaningfully with heritage\, art\, and community. By braiding together and sharing stories\, attendees create beautiful artworks and contribute to a collective archive of resilience and belonging.  \n\n\n\nLearn More about the project here. Prior registration is needed to join the Braiding Circle. Signup below! \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Workshop
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/braidingcircles20/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Churro Stand: Book Launch & Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a book launch of Churro Stand / El carrito de churros with author Karina N. González and illustrator Krystal Quiles on April 27 from 10am – 12pm! This free event is for all ages\, including a book reading\, signing\, craft activities\, and free churros from El Merkury! RSVP and pre-order the book at shoptallerpr.org/churrostand. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR EVENT
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/churrostand/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:América del Norte Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 1 for an early release of América del Norte by Nicolás Medina Mora\, with conversation and Q&A moderated by Lucas Iberico Lozada\, followed by a book signing and reception.  \n\n\n\n\nRSVP FOR EVENT
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/americadelnorte/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:Meet the Author: The Dominican Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 4 with Vanessa Mota\, founder of My Dominican Kitchen®\, in conversation with Amy Rivera-Nassar of Amy’s Pastelillos. This free event is for all ages\, including a Q&A\, book signing\, and activity table for kids. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP FOR EVENT
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/dominicankitchen/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:Artist Talk with Betsy Z. Casañas
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging conversation with Betsy Z. Casañas as we discuss her new paintings in her show\, Call and Response. In contemporary art’s vibrant and ever-evolving world\, few artists capture the essence of storytelling through the visual medium as compellingly as Betsy Z. Casañas. Known for her intricate Mural designs and profound narratives\, Casañas’ work has captivated audiences and sparked global conversations. This event is free and open to the entire family\, let us know you’re coming by registering below. \n\n\n\nBetsy Z Casañas (b. 1974 in Philadelphia\, PA)\, based in Philadelphia and Puerto Rico\, is a Visual and Public Artist\, an educator\, a community activist\, and an organizer. She is the director of A Seed on Diamond Gallery (closed in 2020) and founder of Semilla Arts LLC\, a grassroots organization that uses art for social change. Casañas has 29 years of experience in the arts and has created over 70 murals worldwide. In 2018\, Casañas was featured in the Robb Report as one of the “5 Women Changing the Face of Street Art Around the Globe”. Her work is known for its use of pattern and color and the dignity and humanity of her depictions of people in marginalized communities.  \n\n\n\nCreating safe spaces has been a vital part of her work. As a Latina artist working in communities of color worldwide\, she understands the importance of the people living in these communities seeing themselves reflected in the artwork and the leadership of their places. She believes that artists must reflect on the times they are living in and highlight the people’s stories to change the narrative that has been created for us. By normalizing and humanizing our collective stories\, we create more tolerant communities. \n\n\n\nFull Name *Email Address *How many people are attending with you?Just me1 more person2 more people3 or more peopleRegister
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/betsytalk/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Program
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SUMMARY:Pride Month Book Club: Bad Seed
DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 15 at 3pm for a discussion of Bad Seed with queer Puerto Rican author Gabriel Carle and Philly-based translator Heather Houde. Reading the book ahead is not required! We will have button-making and snacks. All are welcome! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR EVENT
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/badseed/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Gloriana Presente
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the launch of a new picture book by Alyssa Reynoso-Morris\, author of Plátanos Are Love.Join us on Saturday\, July 13\, at 11am for the launch of Gloriana\, Presente.  \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to all ages. RSVP and pre-order the book below! \n\n\n\n\nRSVP FOR EVENT
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/glorianapresente/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N 5th\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: We Came To Welcome You
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 4\, 7pm \n\n\n\nTaller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Event\n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, September 4\, at 7pm for a Q&A and book signing with local author Vincent Tirado in conversation with Diana Rodriguez Wallach. Light refreshments will be provided. A spine-chilling psychological thriller about a multiracial lesbian couple who are thrilled to move into their dream home in a gated community–– until strange things start happening and the pressure to assimilate becomes life or death. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Book\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Other Black Girl meets Midsommar in this spine-chilling\, propulsive psychological thriller from highly acclaimed author Vincent Tirado\, about a multiracial lesbian couple who are thrilled to move into their dream home in a gated community–– until strange things start happening and the pressure to assimilate becomes life or death. \n\n\n\nAkin to the social horror of Jordan Peele and Lovecraft County\, We Came to Welcome You cleverly uses the uncanny to illuminate the cultish\, shocking nature of systemic racism. Sol Reyes has had a rough year. After a series of workplace incidents at her university lab culminates in a plagiarism accusation\, Sol is put on probation. Dutiful visits to her homophobic father aren’t helping her mental health\, and she finds her nightly glass of wine becoming more of an all-day—and all-bottle—event. Her wife\, Alice Song\, is far more optimistic. After all\, the two finally managed to buy a house in the beautiful\, gated community of Maneless Grove. But the neighbors are a little too friendly\, in Sol’s opinion. She has no interest in the pushy Homeowners Association\, their bizarrely detailed contract\, or their never-ending microaggressions. But Alice simply attributes their pursuit to the community motto: “Invest in a neighborly spirit\,” which only serves to irritate Sol more.   Suddenly\, a number of strange occurrences—doors and stairs disappearing\, roots growing inside the house\, a loud buzzing sound that only Sol can hear—cause Sol to wonder if her social paranoia is built on something more sinister. But Sol’s fears are dismissed as Alice embraces their new home and becomes increasingly worried about Sol’s drinking and manic behavior. When Sol finds a journal on the property from a resident that went missing a few years ago\, she realizes why they were able to buy the house so easily… Through Sol’s razor-sharp tongue and macabre sense of humor\, Tirado explores the very real pressures to assimilate with one’s surroundings to “survive\,” while also asking the question: Is it survival when you’re no longer your true self? Because in Maneless Grove\, either you become a good neighbor—or you die. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Author\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVincent Tirado is a nonbinary Afro-Latine Bronx native. They ventured out to Pennsylvania and Ohio to get their bachelor’s degree in biology and master’s degree in bioethics. Their debut YA novel Burn Down\, Rise Up was the 2022 winner of the Pura Belpré Award and was a finalist for the 2022 Stoker Awards and 2023 Lammy Awards. Their sophomore YA novel We Don’t Swim Here was called “a chilling ghost story” by Publishers Weekly. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Participants\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiana Rodriguez Wallach is a multi-published author of young adult novels. Her mostrecent\, Small Town Monsters\, is a YA Latinx horror novel that published in September 2021. Her next YA Latinx Horror\, Hatchet Girls\, comes out October 10\, 2023. Bustle listed Diana as one of the “Top Nine Latinx Authors to Read for Women’s History Month.” She is the author of the Anastasia Phoenix Series\, as well as YA contemporary Latina novels and a YA short-story collection. She lives in the Philadelphia area with her husband\, two children\, and two cats.
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/wecametowelcomeyou/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Taller Education Program: Open House
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 13 at 4:40pm\n\n\n\nTaller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome see our classrooms\, meet our staff and hear more about after school arts at Taller! Age groups 6-14 and 14-18
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/openhouse/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Ed Program
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Alexis Duque Los Dueños de Nada
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September\, 13 5pm – 8pm\n\n\n\nTaller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More About the Show \n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the opening of Los Dueños de Nada (The Owners of Nothing) a solo exhibition of Alexis Duque’s new paintings and works on paper that interweaves personal history with broader socio-political themes. Duque is a Colombian artist based in New York City. In his new work\, Duques uses figurative representational techniques to bring into relief the lives of those impacted by migration\, class\, and ethnic distinctions and who may otherwise be seen as residing on the periphery of society. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition’s title is a nod to “Los Nadies” (“The Nobodies”)\, a poem by Uruguayan historian and novelist Eduardo Galeano decrying the invisibility cast upon the millions of dispossessed people around the world. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\nFull Name *Email Address *How many people are attending with you?Just me1 more person2 more people3 or more peopleRegister
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/duenos/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19133\, United States
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Luis A. Miranda\, Jr. and Dr. Carmen Febo San Miguel
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, September 30\, 7pm | Theater doors open at 6:30pm    \n\n\n\nTaller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Event\n\n\n\n\n$0 – $30\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJulia de Burgos Bookstore welcomes Luis A. Miranda Jr.\, Latino trailblazer and father of Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda\, to present his new memoir\, Relentless: My Story of the Latino Spirit That is Transforming America\, in conversation with Dr. Carmen Febo San Miguel as part of Taller Puertorriqueño’s 50th anniversary programming. The conversation will be followed by a book signing. Admission is included with purchase of book. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Book\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEssential reading from an expert voice: Luis A. Miranda Jr.’s personal and political memoir reveals a deep understanding of Latino culture and how to build community to change our world for the better. \n\n\n\nA veteran of New York and national politics\, Luis Miranda embodies the relentless spirit of progress of American immigrants. \n\n\n\nThere is no one on the Latino\, New York\, and national political scene with the breadth of experience\, passion\, and storytelling charm of Luis Miranda. In  \n\n\n\nRelentless\, he shares a fascinating narrative of his life and career—from his early days as a radically minded Puerto Rican activist to his decades of political advice and problem-solving. \n\n\n\nMiranda recounts the thrill of the ascendency of  Hamilton\, created by his son Lin-Manuel\, and he details the suffering after the devastation of Puerto Rico by Hurricane Maria. Amid the triumphs and challenges\, Miranda examines what his experience reveals about our ever-changing politics\, demographics\, and society. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Author\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLuis A. Miranda Jr. arrived in New York City from Puerto Rico in 1974 to study psychology at NYU but soon found himself drawn to community action when he organized his neighbors to fight for better schools for their children. In the 1980s he was a special advisor for Hispanic Affairs to Mayor Ed Koch\, and he continued to serve in key roles for the Dinkins and Giuliani administrations. As a founding partner of the MirRam Group\, Miranda has consulted on several successful political campaigns\, including the senatorial campaigns of Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton\, Senator Chuck Schumer\, and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. Most recently he managed New York Attorney General Letitia James’ successful reelection. Miranda is the founding president of the Hispanic Federation and is currently the chairperson of the Latino Victory Fund\, the Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance\, Viva Broadway\, and the Public Theater. He is a board member of The City\, and former chair of the Center for Latin American\, Caribbean\, and Latino Studies at the CUNY Graduate Center. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Participants\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBorn in Ciales\, Puerto Rico\, Carmen Febo San Miguel graduated as a physician in 1973. She came to Philadelphia to complete her residency\, specializing in Family Medicine\, which she completed in 1976. For four decades she worked as a Family Medicine Specialist providing comprehensive medical care\, and as Medical Director\, in settings that included Germantown Family Medicine Associates and the Naranjito Health Center in Puerto Rico\, (1980 to 1984)\, until she retired from medicine in 2014. This town in the central mountains of Puerto Rico declared her "Hija Adoptiva” (Adoptive Daughter). \n\n\n\n Carmen is mainly recognized for her work with Taller Puertorriqueño\, as its Executive Director since 1999\, while still serving part-time as a physician until retiring from medicine in 2014. Under her leadership\, Taller continued to grow and\, in 2016\, the organization completed and moved into the stunning $11.5 million cultural center in the heart of Philadelphia’s Latino community. In 2019 she was recognized as a Distinguished Daughter of Pennsylvania and in 2023 she received the Historical Society of Pennsylvania’s Heritage Award for her significant contributions to the heritage future of the Philadelphia region. She currently serves as a member of the Women’s Non-Profit Leadership Initiative\,as a city of Philadelphia Art Commissioner and in Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Exhibitions Committee.
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/relentless/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Meet the Author: Tiny Threads
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, October 7 at 7pm \n\n\n\nTaller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP for Event\n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us with award-winning author Lilliam Rivera to celebrate the launch of her adult debut\, Tiny Threads. A dark supernatural thriller set in the world of fashion by former fashion journalist and award-winning author Lilliam Rivera.  Lilliam will be in conversation with Erica Bernal of LITina Book Club. RSVP and pre-order your book for 25% off! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Book\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFashion-obsessed Samara finally has the life she’s always dreamed of: A high-powered job with legendary designer Antonio Mota. A new home in sunny California\, far away from those drab Jersey winters. And an intriguing love interest\, Brandon\, a wealthy investor in Mota’s fashion line. But it’s not long before Samara’s dream life begins to turn into a living nightmare as Mota’s big fashion show approaches and the pressure on her turns crushing. Perhaps that’s why she begins hearing voices in her room at night—and seeing strange things that can’t be explained away by stress or anxiety or the number of drinks she’s been consuming. And it may not be just Samara imagining things as her psyche unravels\, because she soon discovers hints that her new city—and the House of Mota—may be built on a foundation of secrets and lies. Now Samara must uncover what hideous truths lurk in the shadows of this illusory world of glamour and beauty before those shadows claim her. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Author\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLilliam Rivera is a MacDowell Fellow and an award-winning author of eight works of fiction: four young adult novels\, three middle grade books\, and a graphic novel for DC Comics. Her books have been awarded a Pura Belpré honor and featured on NPR and in The New Yorker\, the Los Angeles Times\, The New York Times\, and multiple “best of” lists. Her novel Never Look Back is slated for a movie adaptation. A Bronx\, New York\, native\, Lilliam Rivera currently lives in Los Angeles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout LITina Book Club\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nErica Bernal is an avid reader who feels passionate about representation and created LITina Book Club; a space where readers can connect with each other and authors to discover new books that tell the many stories in Latine Literature. Each month\, she selects a book and holds meetings which are streamed on Instagram live with authors who wrote the book (past authors have included Quiara Alegria Hudes\, Maria Hinojosa\, Dahlma Llanos Figueroa to name a few). She aims to promote stories as diverse as our culture. By engaging the community in these meetings the club promotes literacy\, reading for leisure\, and a sense of belonging. Members have stated they learned ro advocate for themselves\, use their voice\, and have even been inspired to write their own stories. \n\n\n\nErica has worked with organizations such as Taller Puertorriqueño\, Latin American Book Fair\, and Power Street Theater to host in person events which promote both the book club and Latine spaces for arts and culture. \n\n\n\nShe says often that she has created this space because its “one she needed as a young Boricua who didn’t see herself in the stories she was reading” since the publishing industry does not typically market to the Latine demographic. 
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/tinythreads/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Meet the Author
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SUMMARY:Latin American Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 12 at 11am – 4pm\n\n\n\nTaller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More\n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Latin American Book Fair returns to Philadelphia for its sixth edition\, bringing together authors\, artists\, and the community to celebrate the richness of Latino literature and culture. This year’s event will feature a keynote speech by Edgardo Miranda-Rodríguez\, the acclaimed creator of La Borinqueña\, along with presentations by other talented authors. The fair will also include cultural performances and activities for all ages. Join us in fostering a love for reading and supporting Latino voices through this incredible event. This free event is made possible thanks to the support of Taller Puertorriqueño and other local organizations and sponsors. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit: https://tinyurl.com/2024LABF
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/labf/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Artist Talk: Alexis Duque with Gabriel de Guzman
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 16 at 6:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet reminder on Youtube \n\n\n\n\nFREE VIRTUAL EVENT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us virtually on October 16 at 6:30 PM for a discussion with the artist Alexis Duque on his new work featured in his first solo show at Taller\, Alexis Duque: Los Dueños de Nada. The discussion will cover his process methods and the themes addressed in his work. \n\n\n\nAlexis Duque’s practice is based on research done through observation in his travels and captured in photography. He grounds his investigations on his experiences as a Colombian immigrant to the US\, navigating the complexities of remaining in the country\, making a living\, and gaining permanent status. His new paintings portray the lives of random people and families he has encountered on the streets of Colombia and New York. They are shown working\, “hustling\,” as Duque describes as a means of survival. He also depicts them in their moments of rest and leisure. He says of his new series: \n\n\n\n“Through portraiture and the elongation of some figures\, I seek to bring attention to each character by dignifying their struggle and humanity while referencing their spiritual being. As an immigrant in the USA\, I relate to their lives\, challenges\, and uncertainties\, as well as their joy and resilience.” \n\n\n\nGabriel de Guzman\, Director of Arts and Chief Curator at Wave Hill\, who contributed the catalogue essay “THE DIGNITY OF PEOPLE EVERY DAY” for Duque’s show\, will join us in the talk. Rafael Damast\, the exhibition curator\, will lead the discussion. \n\n\n\nRegister on YouTube Live to get a reminder.
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/duquetalk/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Program
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SUMMARY:Life Drawing Workshop (10/17)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 17 at 5pm – 6pm\n\n\n\nTaller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign up for Workshop\n\n\n\n\nFREE RSVP REQUIRED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for free life drawing classes on Thursday\, October 17th and 24th\, from 5 to 6 PM\, and 26th\, from 1 to 3 PM. All ages and experience levels are welcome. We will have a life model and an instructor will guide the drawing process. We will supply easels\, drawing papers\, charcoal\, and pencils. \n\n\n\nWorkshop Dates:\n\n\n\n\nSign up: Thursday\, Oct. 17\, 4-5 (YAP) &  5-6 PM open to the public\n\n\n\nSign up: Thursday\, Oct. 24\, 4-5 (YAP) &  5-6 PM open to the public\n\n\n\nSign up: Saturday\, Oct. 26\, 1 – 3 PM open to the public\n\n\n\n\nWe are offering this program with the exhibition Alexis Duque: Los Dueños de Nada. In his new work\, Duque incorporates figurative life drawing in paintings and drawings. Come to the classes and see the show! \n\n\n\nThe classes are free\, but registration is encouraged. Space is limited to 10.
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/drawing/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Clay Heals Minds: Community Forum\, Tours\, & Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 19 at 11am – 3:30pm\n\n\n\nTaller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister \n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted by We Here’s Community Advisory Committee of Kensington residents and Curator of Public Engagement Megan Voeller\, Mural Arts celebrates the artists and community members behind We Here at Taller Puertorriqueño. \n\n\n\n\n11a.m. Children’s Book Reading & Activities\n\n\n\n12 p.m. Forum Welcome & Lunch\, Documentary Preview\, Roberto Lugo in dialogue withLemon Andersen\, Panel: Arts Access & Mental/Behavioral Health in Kensington\n\n\n\n2- 3:30pm Celebration!\n\n\n\n\nAfter the forum\, enjoy clay sculpting activities with Lugo and Nitza Walesca Rosario\, a Polaroid photo booth with Daisie Cardona\, music\, games\, refreshments and a tour of Taller’s cultural corridor with Experience Eastern North. \n\n\n\nAll activities are free and open to the public\, registration required\, families welcome! Sign up for a community walking tour of the two additional sculptures on September 28th\, October 26th or November 16th. \n\n\n\nMajor support for We Here has been provided by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage\, with additional support from Hummingbird Foundation\, City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS)\, Katie Adams Schaeffer & Tony Schaeffer\, Julia & David Fleischner\, City of Philadelphia\, and an anonymous donor. This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/wehere/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Julia de Burgos Bookstore,Taller
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SUMMARY:Life Drawing Workshop (10/24)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 24 at 5pm – 6pm\n\n\n\nTaller Puertorriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop is FULL\n\n\n\n\nFREE RSVP REQUIRED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for free life drawing classes on Thursday\, October 17th and 24th\, from 5 to 6 PM\, and 26th\, from 1 to 3 PM. All ages and experience levels are welcome. We will have a life model and an instructor will guide the drawing process. We will supply easels\, drawing papers\, charcoal\, and pencils. \n\n\n\nWorkshop Dates:\n\n\n\n\nFULL: Thursday\, Oct. 17\, 4-5 (YAP) &  5-6 PM open to the public\n\n\n\nFULL: Thursday\, Oct. 24\, 4-5 (YAP) &  5-6 PM open to the public\n\n\n\nFULL: Saturday\, Oct. 26\, 1 – 3 PM open to the public\n\n\n\n\nWe are offering this program with the exhibition Alexis Duque: Los Dueños de Nada. In his new work\, Duque incorporates figurative life drawing in paintings and drawings. Come to the classes and see the show! \n\n\n\nThe classes are free\, but registration is encouraged. Space is limited to 10.
URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/drawing2/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19133\, United States
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