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Dr. Carla Aragón is an Emmy Award-winning journalist with more than 35 years of broadcast experience.
Carla left television news in November 2007 to pursue other interests, which include writing a bilingual children’s book called “Dance of the Eggshells/Baile de los Cascarones.” The book, published by UNM Press, is now available as part of the Spring 2010 catalog.
She currently writes a monthly column for the Santa Fe Hometown News which focuses on positive community news. In addition, she is a freelance Producer, Writer and Talent for various television and radio projects. Recently, she was the producer/talent for the Senator Pete V. Domenici oral history, which is part of the Domenici Archives established at New Mexico State University.
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Family Day at the Albuquerque Museum
Saturday, July 10, 2010 from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
2000 Mountain Road NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87104
As part of the Notable New Mexican Family Day, I will be doing a book reading, broom dance demonstration, and book signing at the Albuquerque Museum. This year’s Notable New Mexican is Sid Gutierrez, the New Mexico Astronaut. I emceed his award presentation on June 2, 2010. He’ll be at this event at the Albuquerque Museum. We would love to see you!
Albuquerque Museum
Email: albuquerquemuseum@cabq.gov
Phone: (505) 243-7255
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Spanish Market – Book Signing
Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.
Spanish Market in Santa Fe
New Mexico History Museum
113 Lincoln Avenue
Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-476-5200
Great opportunity to see some of the best artwork and crafts by Hispanic Artists during the world renown Spanish Market on the plaza. I’ll be signing books in the all new New Mexico History Museum. If you haven’t seen the Museum and displays, it’s a MUST! Please join me in this spectacular venue. If you’re just strolling around the plaza, slip in to the Museum to say HI.
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Young Artists Presentation at the Spanish Market
Sunday, July 25, 2010 at 11:00 a.m.
Santa Fe Plaza
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
I’ll be the Emcee at the Young Artists Presentation which will be held on the Santa Fe Plaza. You’ll see the spectacular artwork from some of New Mexico’s promising young artists. After the presentation, I’ll be doing a book signing on Plaza at 12:30 p.m. It’s a great way to spend a summer day in Santa Fe!
2010 New Mexico Women Authors’ Book Festival
Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 12:10 p.m.
Children’s Pavilion
New Mexico History Museum
113 Lincoln Avenue
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
I was accepted to present at the Women’s Book Festival this year. There will be other amazing Women Authors from New Mexico and around the country. It’s another opportunity to mingle with some of the most incredible women around. After the Mass Ascension at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, drive up to Santa Fe for more of New Mexico’s Best!
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Estrella Del Norte Vineyard Wine, Music and Art Festival
Saturday, June 12 from noon to 6:00 p.m.
Estrella del Norte Vineyard
106 North Shining Sun
Santa Fe, NM 87506-8811
(505) 455-2826
I’ll have a table at the festival. So sip some wine and come see me! Featuring wines from Estrella Del Norte Vineyard, Santa Fe Vineyards, Black Mesa Winery, Wines of the San Juan, Falcon Meadery, Don Quixote, Jacona Valley Vineyard, and Vino de Corazon.
Music from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM by Y.Que among the performers.
Parking at Buffalo Thunder with a short 3 min. shuttle bus ride to the event. Buffalo Thunder will also be offering discounted room and gaming packages.Tickets are $18.00 at the gate or $15.00 for online advance purchase.
Click here for more information about the festival.
RAMBO Book Mania, 6th Annual Chama Book Fair
June 4-5, 2010
Chama Book Fair
Cookin’ Books
2449 US-84
Chama, NM 87520
(575) 756-1717
The Book Fair will take place at Cookin’ Books in Chama on Saturday, June 5, from 11am to 3pm. This is a chance for residents to meet me and other authors to discuss our books. Best selling author David Morrell–best known for his Rambo series– will also be a part of the Fair and residents are also invited to the film documentary of Rambo and to hear Morrell speak on his writing career and love of New Mexico at Cookin’ Books Friday night, June 4, 7pm.
Click here to learn more about the Chama Book Fair and Rambo Book Mania
Book Reading at the Library
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Bernalillo Town Library
124 Calle Malinche
Bernalillo, New Mexico
Contact: Elizabeth Aguilar
Come check out the Bernalillo Library off Main street. I’ll read the book and do the Broom Dance with local children.
A special thanks to the Xerox Corporation for sponsoring my Cultural Adventures through Reading Program!
Mesa Vista Culture Day – sponsored by ENLACE
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Mesa Vista School District
Ojo Caliente, New Mexico,
Carla will emcee day long events. The students have made casarones which will be judged by Carla. There will also be the famous broom dance demonstration–get ready to scramble.
A special thank you to the Xerox Corporation for sponsoring my Cultural Adventures through Reading Program!
School Reading and Dance Demonstration
Thursday, April 28, 2010 at 12:45 p.m.
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School
Albuquerque, New Mexico
A RETURN ENGAGEMENT! We had so much fun the first time, the school asked me to come back again. I’ll be reading my book in English and Spanish in the school library for students and their families. The special school program is sponsored by the library staff and Mary Gonzales, head librarian.
A special thank you to the Xerox Corporation for sponsoring my Cultural Adventures through Reading Program!
School Reading and Dance Demonstration
Monday, April 19, 2010 at 12:00 p.m.
Dennis Chavez Elementary School
Albuquerque, New Mexico
For the students of Ilene Becker only!
A special thank you to the Xerox Corporation for sponsoring my Cultural Adventures through Reading Program!
Book Signing at University of New Mexico
Saturday, April 17, 2010 11:00 a.m.
UNM Bookstore/Main Campus
2301 Central Avenue Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
(505) 277-5451
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School Reading and Dance Demonstration
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School
Albuquerque, New Mexico
I’ll be reading from the book in Ms. Theresa Sandoval’s class and the students will do the Broom Dance.
A special thank you to the Xerox Corporation for sponsoring my Cultural Adventures through Reading Program!
Famous Baile de los Cascarones – The Actual Dance sponsored by La Sociedad Folklórica!
Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.
Santa Fe Convention Center
201 W. Marcy Street
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Tickets $10/per person $15/per couple, discount for Children, buy your cascarones there!
Books will be available at the dance! I’m going to be cracking cascarones and dancing, too!
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School Reading and dance demonstration at my old Elementary School!
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Gonzales Elementary School
Santa Fe, New Mexico
I’ll be doing a book reading in Mrs. Contessa Serna’s class (Contessa is my sister). My mom, Socorro Aragón, will walk the students through a demonstration of several dances performed at the Baile de los Cascarones. Closed to the public–only for students!
Book Signing – New Store off Paseo del Norte!
Saturday, April 3, 2010 11:30 a.m.
Alamosa Books
8810 Holly Ave NE Ste. D
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87122
505.797.7101
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Book Signing at my neighborhood independent book store–I love the Independent book stores!
Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 3:00 p.m.
Bookworks
4022 Rio Grande Blvd NW (in the Flying Star Plaza)
Albuquerque, New Mexico
~ (505) 344-8139
I’ll do a book reading and Broom Dance Demonstration. Light refreshments will be served.
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Book Launch for “Dance of the Eggshells/Baile de los Cascarones”
Saturday, March 27, 2010, 11:00 a.m.
National Hispanic Cultural Center
1701 Fourth St SW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
I will sign your book, do a cascarón making demonstration, and teach everyone how to dance the “Baile de la Escoba” (The Broom Dance). Don’t miss the fun!
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Hometown Book Signing In Santa Fe!!
Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 2:00 p.m
Cosmetic Artistry
900 W San Mateo Road, # 200
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505
Join me in Santa Fe and get your autographed copy of “Dance of the Eggshells/Baile de los Cascarones” ($18.95 plus tax).
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