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Bienvenidos! It’s July, the heart of the summer, a good month to visit Olvera-Street before the mercury rises to its august level of late summer.
This month we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence with the first 4th of July celebration at El Pueblo Historical Monument, home of Olvera Street. See it all below, along with a story as to what all the fussin’ and fuedin’ was all about. And if that’s not your cup of English Tea, check out the Summer Music Festival, where Latin musicians will entertain the masses in the open air of a sunny Sunday afternoons, gratis
For art lovers we present our Featured Artist Tony de Carlo, a long-time Los Angelenos with a big bright box of acrylic paints who has been on the cutting edge of gang-life to gay life in L.A. The Pico House on Olvera Street will feature an exhibition on California Labor, complete with works by Diego Rivera and Dorothea Lange, all this month. Also gratis. And if making art is your thing, sharpen your crayolas for the return of Olvera Street’s annual Dia De Los Muertos Juried Exhibition. The call for entries is next month, so watch this space. Or perhaps the ones underneath this one.
All this and more, underneath the California sun, all month on Olvera Street. Bookmark our *See L.A* link as a reference, and come see us at Olvera Street.
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Events at
Olvera Street
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July 4th on Olvera Street!
Celebrate Los Angeles' first Independence Day at El Pueblo Historical Monument, home of Olvera Street, with multicultural live entertainment, cannon and musket fire and historical reenactments.
The "Early California Experience" will be feature period costumes and hands-on artisan demonstrations including blacksmiths, adobe brick makers, pottery, quilting, rag dolls, rope making and more. There will also be a children's collage area sponsored by local artists.
Free commemorative t-shirts and programs will also be available.
Tuesday, July 4, 2006
10 AM until 4 PM
El Pueblo Historical Monument Plaza at Olvera Street.
For more information call (213) 485-8372.
This event is free to the public!
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But is the 4th of July
just about fireworks and barbecues?
Written by John Trausch M.A., American History
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence quite simply declared the American independence. Those who signed it knew they were signing their own death warrant--if the British were to win the war. But the Declaration wasn’t written for the Colonists, who had already been informed by Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" primer. Nor was it necessary to re-inform the hated British. Rather, the Declaration was written for other nations, in the hope that they would sympathize with the American cause, or at least find it politically expedient, and help out. Thomas Jefferson, the 33-year-old author (don’t let the wig fool you), and his cohorts Benjamin Franklin and John Adams, correctly believed they could not win the war without outside help.
To many in the Late-18th Century, it wasn’t logical that the American Colonies, the wealthiest colonies on earth, would want to separate Great Britain, the strongest nation in the world.
So in the Declaration Jefferson and Friends blamed King George, although the British Parliament was really more the source of their problems. The King was a more visible and easy to identify target for the rest of the world to see. Instead of “Parliament isn’t being fair to us” the argument became “the English King has no right to rule Americans.”
The Declaration argued that the people set up the government to achieve equality and justice; and if a government no longer pursues equality and justice, it deserves no more respect or obedience.
The Summer of 1776:
June 28: Jefferson’s first draft was presented to the Continental Congress.
July 4: After a week of non-stop debate and numerous changes, nine of the 13 colonies voted in favor of the Declaration. To make it official John Hancock, President of Congress, signed it first in very large letters. It was said Hancock signed "with a great flourish" so "King George can read that without spectacles!"
July 5: copies of the Declaration were publicly distributed.
July 6: The Pennsylvania Evening Post published it.
July 8: the Declaration was read publicly in Philadelphia's Independence Square. Note: it wasn’t until August when the signing of the Declaration was completed.
To learn more about the Fourth of July and to read
the Declaration of Independence transcript, click here!
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What’s Happening on
Olvera Street!
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2006 Summer Music Festival
The Summer Music Festival will be presented by Wells Fargo Sundays at the Olvera Street Plaza for the fifth straight year, giving Los Angeles an opportunity to celebrate its rich Latino culture and heritage.
July 9th – SALSA!
1:00-2:00 pm Sonora Constelación
2:00-3:00 pm Charanga Cubana
3:00-4:00 pm Orquesta Salsa Caliente
4:00-5:00 pm L.A. Salsa Kids
July 16th – MARIACHI & FOLKLORICO DANCE
1:00-2:00 pm Mariachi Juvenil Cobras de Jalisco
2:00-2:30 pm Paso de Oro (Ballet Folklorico)
2:30-3:30 pm Claudia Felix y su Mariachi
3:30-4:00 pm Mariachi Juvenil Puerta Mexicana
4:00-5:00 pm Noe Sandoval y el Mariachi Nuevo Amanecer Ranchero
July 23rd – TROPICAL MUSIC
1:00-2:00 pm Che y su Barrio Latino
2:00-2:30 pm Latin Gold Dance Team
2:30-3:30 pm La Nación
3:30-4:00 pm Los L.A. Boys
4:00-5:00 pm Los Hijos de Puerto Rico
July 30th – EXITOS DEL AYER (BLAST FROM THE PAST)
1:00-2:00 pm Aziz Musical
2:00-3:00 pm Undercover Girls
3:00-4:00 pm Aftermidnite
4:00-5:00 pm Jose Palazzo y Los Pasteles Verdes
Sponsored by Wells Fargo
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Celebrating Art
The Work of
Tony de Carlo
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It gives us much pleasure
to invite you to visit the wonderful art of
www.tonydecarlo.com.
Tony is a popular and tremendously talented artist who has created nearly 2,000 works thus far collected by art aficionados near and far. A native of Los Angeles, he now resides on the New Mexico landscape, somewhere between Santa Fe and Albuquerque.
A self-taught artist, he has been creating and inventing on a daily basis since childhood. Working primarily with acrylics, gold and silver leaf on canvas and masonite, de Carlo is internationally known for his eclectic and eccentric artwork. He has participated in several art exhibitions on Olvera Street, most notably for “Dia De Los Muertos Annual Juried Art Exhibition” and has received many awards for his excellent work.
His art depicts his fascinating background and interests. Using bold and bright vibrant colors, de Carlo is playful and political, serious and satirical. On the website, visitors may uncover his wealth of works by clicking on categories, including Day of the Dead, religion, flowers, landscapes, nudes and more.
The topics reflect de Carlo’s personal history and journey toward self-realization. From gang-life to gay life, from the bustling Los Angeles cityscapes across the American Southwest, de Carlo features highly charged, emotional color schemes focusing on a plethora of iconic cultural and political references.
His work is exhibited regularly in museums and galleries and is in collections around the world. In addition, he has generously donated some works to worthy non-profits. Visit his ibiz360.com website and enjoy the journey!
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Continuing Exhibits in
Olvera Street:
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AT WORK: THE ART OF CALIFORNIA LABOR
Exhibit explores the artists and images of the Labor Movement
Exhibition through August 14, 2006.
Pico House Gallery at El Pueblo Historical Monument
Olvera Street
Free Public Programs
El Pueblo Historical Monument, in collaboration with California Exhibition Resources Alliance (CERA) is presenting AT WORK: THE ART OF CALIFORNIA LABOR, through August 14. The free exhibit examines the rich and tumultuous history of California’s workers and their movements from the early 20th century to the present. The exhibition features the work of such artists as Diego Rivera, Dorothea Lange, Tina Modotti, Emmy Lou Packard, Malaquias Montoya, Yolanda Lopez and Ester Hernandez. For more information: 213-485-8432
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Supporting
Our Community
“Events Around Town”
Dance Downtown
July 7, 2006
at 6:30 PM
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DANCE DOWNTOWN returns for another year of dancing under the moonlight. Dance Downtown is a free dance series on selected Friday nights with each event focusing on a different style or form. Dancers of all levels are encouraged to attend. The evening features live music or DJ and complimentary beginners' dance lessons.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
July 7 Swing featuring live music by Hollywood Combo
For more information:
Music Center Education Division
135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles.
By Phone (213) 250-ARTS
Via E-mail education@musiccenter.org
Parking Validation
With box office validation patrons may park free for 30 minutes in the Music Center Garage.
Company Website Link:
http://www.musiccenter.org/education/pillowtheatre/index.html
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Every Saturday
this Month
Walt Disney Hall
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PILLOW THEATRE is a series of four Saturday morning shows at the Walt Disney Concert Hall designed for families with children ages 3 through 6. Artists in music, theatre, and dance engage children in lively shows that encourage creative thinking.
An interactive arts workshop will follow each performance, weather permitting. Sit on one of the colorful pillows or bring one of your own. Stuffed animals welcome! After the show, the whole family can enjoy an arts workshop.
Location: BP Hall at Walt Disney Concert Hall
Click here for directions to the Music Center
Time: 10:30 a.m. and repeats at 11:30 a.m. (Shows are 1/2 hour each followed by an arts workshop.)
Cost: Free Admission
Company Website Link:
http://www.musiccenter.org/education/pillowtheatre/index.html
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July 22, 2006
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SPECIAL SUMMER PERFORMANCE OF PILLOW THEATRE
Saturday, July 22, 2006
Hudson Vagabond Puppets in "Jemima Puddle Duck"
Performances at 10:30 am and 11:30 am
Free Admission, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Grand Hall
Tickets are available the day of the event.
Giant puppets dance and act in a narrated ballet to this beloved Beatrix Potter story with music by William Walton. The full-scale theatrical production uses masks, costumes and rod puppets up to eight feet tall to bring the tale to life while remaining true to the original story and illustrations.
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Movies to See
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NACHO LIBRE
The film “Nacho Libre,” now showing in theaters seemingly everywhere, was filmed in Oaxaca in Southern Mexico, using primarily a Mexican cast and crew.
In the story, Nacho (Jack Black) is a man no talent. After growing up in a Oaxacan monastery, he is now the monastery’s cook, but he doesn’t fit in. He cares deeply for the orphans he feeds, but his food is terrible. Nacho realizes he must hatch a plan to make money to buy better food for “the young orphans, who have nothing.”
 When Nacho is struck by the idea to earn money as a Lucha Libre wrestler, he finds that he has a natural, raw talent for wrestling. With his rail-thin, unconventional partner, Esqueleto (the Skeleton), for the first time in his life Nacho feels he has something to live for and a place where he belongs. Since the church elders forbid wrestling, Nacho is forced to lead a double life. Disguised by a sky blue mask, Nacho conceals his identity as he takes on Mexico’s most famous wrestlers.
One cornerstone of the film’s development was to film in Oaxaca with a local crew and a largely Mexican cast. “We all agreed that we didn’t want re-create luchadores in America,” says producer Julia Pistor. “We were committed to shooting the movie in Mexico. There’s an incredible film community down there and we were excited at what we could do.”
“Because we were able to shoot the entire film in Mexico, it’s very real,” said director Jered Hess. “These are real people that you could never find in Hollywood. Everyone on the cast and crew was so excited about the movie, because it’s about showing the world their culture.”
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One advantage that kept the production running smoothly is that the director speaks fluent Spanish, allowing him to communicate directly with his crew and cast. “From the first day we met, Jared spoke to me in perfect Spanish,” says Ana de la Reguera, who stars as Sister Encarnacion. “Because he knows the language, and has lived in Venezuela and spent months in Mexico, he knows perfectly how we live. He knows the difference between Venezolanos, Colombianos, Argentinians, Mexicans. He was very respectful; that was so important.
For more info and show times visit: www.nacholibre.com. You can download IM Icons, screen-savers and more at Nacho Libre’s web site. The film is rated PG.
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Movies to See
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An Inconvenient Truth
(you think it’s hot NOW?)
We encourage everyone to see the documentary An Inconvenient Truth, chronicling former Vice President Al Gore's crusade to raise awareness about -- and stem the tide of -- the catastrophic effects of global warming.
Humanity is sitting on a ticking time bomb. If all the world’s creditable scientists are right, we have just ten years to avert a major catastrophe that could send our entire planet into a tail-spin of epic destruction involving extreme weather, floods, droughts, epidemics and killer heat waves beyond anything we have ever experienced.
 AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH is an inspirational look at Gore’s crusade to halt global warming's deadly progress in its tracks by exposing the myths and misconceptions that surround it. Gore, in the wake of defeat in the 2000 election, re-set the course of his life to focus on a last-ditch, all-out effort to help save the planet from irrevocable change. In this eye-opening and poignant portrait of Gore and his "traveling global warming show," he is seen as never before in the media - funny, engaging, open and downright on fire about getting the surprisingly stirring truth about what he calls our "planetary emergency" out to ordinary citizens before it's too late.
"In 39 years, I have never written these words in a movie review, but here they are: You owe it to yourself to see An Inconvenient Truth. If you do not, and you have grandchildren, you should explain to them why you decided not to." Roger Ebert
For more information about the documentary and show times, visit:
http://www.climatecrisis.net/
To learn how you can make a difference visit:
http://www.climatecrisis.net/takeaction/
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News About Our World
Update
Iraq War
At Olvera-Street.com,
the spirit of giving,
understanding, and
support goes far
beyond our doors.
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 As of June 29, 2006, according to a CNN count: “There have been 2,753 coalition deaths, 2,528 Americans, two Australians, 113 Britons, 13 Bulgarians, three Danes, two Dutch, two Estonians, one Fijian, one Hungarian, 31 Italians, one Kazakh, one Latvian, 17 Poles, two Romanians, two Salvadoran, three Slovaks, 11 Spaniards, two Thai and 18 Ukrainians in the war in Iraq as of June 29, 2006, according to a CNN count. (Graphical breakdown of casualties). The list below is the names of the soldiers, Marines, airmen, sailors and Coast Guardsmen whose deaths have been reported by their country's governments. The list also includes seven employees of the U.S. Defense Department. At least 18,696 U.S. troops have been wounded in action, according to the Pentagon.”
That is 58 more deaths and more than 512 U.S. troops that have been wounded since last month.
That is a total of 1,503 more deaths since the original 1250 deaths we honored at Olvera Street for the 2004 Dia De Los Muertos. Note, May 1 is the three year anniversary when President Bush announced “Mission Accomplished!” and the end of hostilities in Iraq.
You can view casualties in the war in Afghanistan and examine U.S. war casualties dating back to the Revolutionary War.” at the CNN web site.
The “Altar of the Iraq War” was created on October 28, 2004 to honor and respect the memories and lives of all those who have died. NOTE: It does not count the estimated 100,000-200,000 Iraqi deaths, including women and children.
* (The "Altar of the Iraq War" was created by six artists and does not necessarily reflect the thoughts of the Olvera Street merchants or El Pueblo Historic Monument.)
We would like to pay our respect and send our love to them, their families, and dear friends. This altar is dedicated to their memories so they won’t be forgotten, true to the meaning and spirit of íDa De Los Muertos!
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Call For Entries: “Altar for the Iraq War”
This year we will create a new “Altar of the Iraq War” that will be displayed for Dia De Los Muertos exhibition.
We are asking family and friends to send photos of beloved ones and any stories you may want to share so we can include it in the altar.
If you would like to submit photos and stories, please e-mail them to webmaster@olvera-street.com
To learn more about the altar, click here!
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We are delighted to announce that this year we will have our
“Annual Dia De Los Muertos Juried Exhibition.”
The entry form and details of this exhibition will be posted at www.Olvera-Street.com in August 2006. We are currently formalizing the judges and the sponsors. The deadline for artists’ submissions will be in September.
Heartfelt works of art are being solicited: altars, painting, sculptures, photography, etchings, mix-media, and more. It is essential that the work represent the true meaning of Dia De Los Muertos.
Ideally, some of the altar entries would include interactive elements that would allow public participation. For example, if you created a personal altar for someone who died of cancer, then you could dedicate that altar to whoever inspired it and also to all cancer victims. Many of our visitors in the past have been very grateful for the opportunity to put photos or simply write names of their beloved on the altar. It has been quite touching and it gives the gallery a life of its own.
Please pass the e-flyer to anyone you think may be interested. If you haven’t signed up for the Olvera-Street.com e-newsletter, do so now. You will be receiving more announcements.
I am looking forward to all the wonderful entries so we can create an exciting place to journey. As you may already know, the exhibit has been a precious place for our visitors and the countless school children that attend. I have been very proud that we can share this treasured and very loving tradition. The exhibit has been a place where our guests can feel free to speak of their beloved, to reflect and to heal. It is a wonderful way to honor our beloved and a beautiful experience to share with others.
Feliz Dia De Los Muertos,
Ginette Rondeau, Curator
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Mailbox to Heaven”
created by Ginette Rondeau
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“Mailbox to Heaven”
If you know someone who died in the Iraq War and would like to share your story in honor of his or her memory, please submit it to
webmaster@Olvera-Street.com
Just make sure you write “Stories to Share” in the subject line of your email.
To write a private letter to a beloved one,
visit: www.MailboxToHeaven.com
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Recent History on
Olvera Street
The 5th Annual
"Encuentro
de Jaraneros"
Saturday,
June 24, 2006
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The 5th Annual "Encuentro de Jaraneros" honored of one of the most influential Jarocho harpists of all time - Mario Barradas Murcia.
About California Encuentro de Jaraneros
The finest jarocho ensembles in California and Veracruz featured on June 24 at the fifth annual concert of the Encuentro de Jaraneros de California at the historic El Pueblo Historical Monument, home of Olvera Street.
The organization’s objective is to promote and support the Son Jarocho tradition through education, performance, the visual arts, research, and the annual Encuentro de Jaraneros. The vision is to provide Jarocho musicians and dancers with the opportunity to meet, study, share, and perform in a united celebration.
For more information: http://www.encuentrodejaraneros.com
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MARCH OF DIMES FUNDRAISER
AT OLVERA STREET
El Pueblo Historical Monument, home of world famous Olvera Street, and 830AM radio collected donations for the March of Dimes “Saving Babies, Together” fundraising drive. The one-day fundraiser on June 2 took place at El Pueblo Historical Monument.
 The goal of “Saving Babies, Together” is to raise funds for premature babies as well as to educate the Latino population in Los Angeles about the importance of prenatal care. In California, 51% of the babies born prematurely are born to Latino families and in Los Angeles County, of the 20,700 babies born prematurely or with a low birth weight each year, 12,696 are Latin. Donations received at charitable fundraising drives such as this help the March of Dimes reduce the overall prematurity rate in California.
By supporting the March of Dimes, individuals help further research and expand the educational programs designed to reduce premature births and improve the health of babies. For more information, call 213-485-8372.
About The March of Dimes
The March of Dimes is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to prevent birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. Founded in 1938, the March of Dimes funds programs of research, community services, education, and advocacy to save babies and in 2003 launched a campaign to address the increasing rate of premature birth. For more information, visit the March of Dimes website at www.marchofdimes.com or its Spanish website at www.nacersano.org.
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What’s New Next Month!
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Now that summer is just around the corner, come down to Olvera Street and enjoy this historic marketplace. Shop, eat, and listen to the strolling musicians. It’s a great little escape and a wonderful place to spend some time with family and friends.
Olvera-Street.com is currently developing much more for our visitors; children’s section coming soon, history tour of Olvera Street, and shopping.
We will feature our own Celebrity Chef, Estrellita Tapia Shawky. She will share her own secret recipes such as: Leilla’s Green Enchilladas; one of her daughter’s favorites, Corn Chile Cheese Tamale Pie, and her favorite Abuelita’s Authentic Chile Relleno next month.
Bookmark Olvera-Street.com and visit us often to find out about the latest arts, fundraisers, business mixers, screenings and much more. We hope you will visit us often in May and throughout 2006.
Please e-mail this page to anyone
you think may be interested.
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Got Gas?
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As a public service we at Olvera-Street.com want to help you find the least painfully-expensive gas in your area. To find out the best gas prices around, click here!
If you have any other suggestions for links that our community can either learn or benefit from such as scholarships, community programs, et cetera, please submit them to us.
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“To announce that there must be no criticism of the president,
or that we are to stand by the president, right or wrong,
is not only unpatriotic and servile,
but is morally treasonable to the American public.”
— President Theodore Roosevelt
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May all your wishes and dreams come true.
We hope you will have a wonderful time this summer!
Happy Fourth of July!
John Trausch, Editor & Ginette Rondeau, Director
For comments or suggests about www.Olvera-Street.com
please contact our webmaster@ibiz360.com
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