Albuquerque Area upcoming events.

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From: Shannon D.
Date: 2007-03-08 14:28:55
Reply: http://www.abqhomelearners.org/reply.php?topic_id=830

March 10, 2007 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
"True Whispers: The Story of the Navajo Code Talkers" a 2002 film directed by Valerie Red Horse (Cherokee-Sioux) and produced by Yvonne Russo (Sicangu Lakota) will be screened at 1:00 PM in the Chaco III room. Come for a unique and new documentary while we host the "Native Words, Native Warriors" exhibition from the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th St. NW. FREE w/admission: $6 adults, $4 NM residents, $1 students w/ID. infophone: 505-843-7270
infoweb: http://www.indianpueblo.org



March 10, 2007 6:30PM
"Yaadein" a Live in concert by Padmasri Hariharan, one of the most accomplished and famous singers of India. ( http://www.geocities.com/hariharan_a). He was presented with one of the highest civilian awards "Padmasri" by the Govt of India for his contribution to music. Kiva Auditorium, Albuquerque Convention Center. Tickets: $20 (students only, valid ID required), $30,
$40, $60, and $100 (VIP). You can buy tickets online at http://india.unm.edu or http://www.abqindia.com



Saturday, March 10th 4:30 pm $5
Coyote Song, a cross cultural interpretation of Coyote tales from a New York transplant who's grown to love and embrace the Southwest. Through this enchanting program, Ramona King delivers ageless tales of the notorious and enduring trickster Coyote. With interwoven vocal sounds by the gifted beat box himself Zack Freeman. Told with a distinct African-American influence she tells these tales in honor of her children's grandmother who took pride in telling stories about the follies of crafty and sly charismatic tricksters. She tells these stories in memory of her father James, a beloved charismatic trickster with Coyote Ways. The Saw Mill Lofts In the Rotunda/Multipurpose room (The main lobby) 1801 Bellamah NW (East of Hotel Albuquerque formerly known as the Old Town Sheraton) Call 242-0834 for reservations. Limited seating.



March 10, 2007 1 0 AM – 12 noon $25
Gaelic Song Workshop, taught by Jill Oglesby, a fluent Gaelic speaker. Apple Mountain Music. Reservations 237-2048.

March 10, 2007
Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Continental Breakfast ($4 per person) at the Shrine Center (8:30 AM); Parade line-up at Truman Gate on Gibson (10:30 AM); March to Veterans' Memorial on Louisiana; Corned Beef and Cabbage Lunch and Entertainment ($6.00 per person) back at the Shrine Center (12:05 to 4:30 PM). To purchase tickets, or for more information, contact Jerry Scoggins at gr8habujerry@ aol.com or 505-294-2941.
www.irishamericansociety-nm.com



March 12, 2007 7:00 pm -11:00 pm
$10 advance, $15 door
Pistolera is a NYC-based band that plays an original brand of Latin pop-folklorico. Drawing from traditional styles of Mexican music and fusing it with a pop-rock sensibility, the electrifying quartet features the Spanish lyric songs of vocalist and guitarist Sandra Lilia Velásquez, the driving accordion melodies of Maria Elena, and the unbeatable rhythm section of bassist Inca B. Satz and drummer Ani Cordero. Puccini's Golden West Saloon, 614 Central Ave SW.
info: 232-9868 http://www.abqmusic.com/



March 14, 2007
Education: A Gift Without Boundaries Native American Student Art Competition entry deadline. Call (888) 747-4994 or register online at http://www.indianeducation.org to receive a registration confirmation number.



March 16 - March 18, 2007
Art Show To Benefit the Families of Political Prisoners.
The Irish Freedom Committee, Ronan MacLochlainn Cumann of New Mexico will host an Art Show featuring the artwork of current Irish Republican Prisoners of War being held in English and Irish Free State prisons at the Center for Peace and Justice. All proceeds from the sale of this artwork will be donated to families of the current POWs. The Center for Peace and Justice is located at 202 Harvard Dr. SE, one block south of the University of New Mexico main campus. Telephone: 505-268-9557.
Display dates and times: Friday March 16 - Reception and show from 4:30pm until 9:00pm. Saturday March 17- Show from 12:30pm until 9:00pm; Sunday March 18 - Show from 1:00pm until 6:00pm. Info: 505-235-5906 www.irishfreedomcommittee.net



March 17, 2007 6 PM – 12 PM $90/$100
Irish American Society Inaugural Emerald Ball. Fundraiser for Irish-American Society Heritage Hall. Formal attire event. Entertainment by "Cheap Shots", winners of 2006 NM State Traditional Music Contest. Info: 615-7732 www.irishamericansociety-nm.com



March 18, 2007 2 – 6 PM $7 adults/$2 children
Irish American Society Annual St. Patrick's Day Party. Food sales to benefit the Children's Friendship Project for Northern Ireland. German American Club, 4821 Menaul NE. www.irishamericansociety-nm.com



March 17, 2007 4 - 8 PM.
$10 adults; $5 children under 12
The 56th Annual Brother Mathias Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner will be held at the Albuquerque Convention Center, lower level. For ticket locations, call 994-2690.

March 17, 2007 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Special Irish programs on KNME, Channel 5. Schedule



March 17, 2007 7 to 11 PM $5.00 members; $6.00 guests
German American Club St. Patrick's Day Dinner and Dance. Music by Three Leaf Shamrock. Call 888-4833 for reservations



March 17, 2007
Bally Dun's "Shaving Event" to support the St. Baldrick's Foundation. Shaving your head in solidarity with children who lose their hair during cancer treatment. 4717-B Menaul NE.
Info: 881-0980



March 23 and 24, 2007 8pm $20, $25, $30
Yjastros: the American Flamenco Repertory Company is proud to present Cuando Salga la Luna - a concert featuring choreographic works by some of Flamenco's most praised artists. Under the artistic direction of Joaquin Encinias, Yjastros is currently in its 10th performing season showcasing the longevity and versatility of this increasingly acclaimed company. Cuando Salga la Luna embodies the changing face of the art form by presenting choreographically unique and musically complex group works alongside the intensely personal artistry of the solo performance. National Hispanic Cultural Center - Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts Journal Theater. www.nhccnm.org 505-246-2261




March 24, 25, 30, 31, 2007
Tahitian Drumming Workshops with lead Tahitian drummer Fofo Tuitele. Workshops will be limited to 6 people. Those with drumming experience such as Brazilian, Middle Eastern, Caribbean, Native American, African, etc. will find it easy to cross over to Tahitian drumming. $40 workshop fee. Info: (505) 286-4875 http://www.kareva.niramar.com/



March 28, 2007 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Potluck: Arts Alliance Heritage Council Ethnic Sharing event. Bring your favorite ethnic appetizer or dessert to share. Hands on demonstrations of origami presented by Okinawa Kenjin Kai and International puppetry of Sunny Birklund. Arts Alliance Gallery, 1100 San Mateo Blvd, Suite 10. Info: 268-1920