Tag: Indigenous
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Meet the Author: Deborah Jackson Taffa
Discuss the acclaimed memoir Whiskey Tender with the author, Deborah Jackson Taffa. The book has been featured on many “best” lists including Esquire, Oprah Daily, ELLE, The New York Times, and The Washington Post.
“Indeed, while some reviewers have already qualified her book as a “Native memoir,” Taffa’s story is in fact distinctly American, full stop, and one that a country afraid of its own history needs to hear.” — Washington Post
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How Indigenous Storytellers Are Changing the Narrative of History
Bookworks is partnering with Native America Calling for a special reading and panel discussion. A conversation moderated by Native America Calling‘s own Shawn Spruce will follow readings from readings from three New Mexico authors:
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Deborah Taffa, author of Whiskey Tender and director of the MFA in Creative Writing at the Institute of American Indian Arts;
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Ramona Emerson, award-winning filmmaker and author of Shutter;
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and Brandon Hobson, National Book Award Finalist and author of The Removed, Where the Dead Sit Talking, and numerous other books.
Don’t miss these moving stories and conversations!
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Diné Smithing Workshop: Expressing Culture Through Art
Make a small stamped copper ring and learn about the history of smithing through Indigenous lenses, especially its meaning to the Diné people.
Materials provided, registration required! RSVP HERE.
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Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women Crisis NM
Jean Whitehorse will discuss the missing and murdered indigenous women and relatives crisis in New Mexico, with actions we can take in our communities to help end this crisis.
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Indigenous Life Celebration & Youth Powwow
Honor Native American Heritage Month at this two-day celebration! Interactive activities promote Native culture, language, and heritage.
All events on Saturday take place at the Convention Center except Healthy Movement, which will be on Civic Plaza.
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Indigenous Life Celebration & Youth Powwow
Honor Native American Heritage Month at this two-day celebration! Interactive activities promote Native culture, language, and heritage.
