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SUMMARY:¡Tocamos! A Mexican & American Picture Book and Artisanal Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a talk with bilingual children’s book author Cynthia Weill as she discusses her latest publication\, ¡Tocamos!\, and the inspiration behind its creation.\nThis event is free\, but registration is required.\nCynthia Weill is a renowned author of many award-winning bilingual children’s books in English and Spanish. These books for young children\, known as the First Concepts in Mexican Folk Art series (Cinco Puntos Press\, an imprint of Lee & Low Publishers)\, utilize hand-crafted figures made by artisans from the state of Oaxaca in México. Beginning in 2003\, Cynthia began collaborating with artisans to create lively and colorful figures made of papier-mâché\, wood\, ceramics\, and totomoxtle (woven palm). These anthropomorphic and human figures are then photographed and incorporated into her bilingual children’s books\, including her latest publication ¡Tocamos!. Cynthia will talk about the process of developing these books and about the deep friendships she has developed with her collaborators\, like the artist Avelino Pérez. Pérez’ whimsical and artistically refined pieces illustrate ¡Tocamos!\, and now form part of the growing Mexican folk art collection at the Field Museum. \nAfter Cynthia’s talk\, guests can enjoy seeing the many works of Oaxacan folk art from renowned artisans such as Martín Melchor\, Maximino Santiago García\, Agustín Cruz Tinoco\, Jesús Canseco Zárate\, and many more. \nThis event will take place in Ward Hall\, on the lower level near the Field Museum’s west entrance. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. \nPlease note that while this event is free\, it does not include general admission to the Field Museum\, which can be purchased separately.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/tocamos-a-mexican-american-picture-book-and-artisanal-collaboration/
LOCATION:Field Museum\, 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:Palestinian Tatreez Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Through needle\, thread and color\, the art of Tatreez tells a story about the maker and history of their family. Tatreez\, or embroidery\, is a rich artistic tradition that has been passed down across generations in Arab culture. It is typically used on garments with patterns and colors varying between birds\, trees\, flowers and geometric symbols. Tatreez patterns can even be as specific to the village\, city or country a family is from. \nJoin us for a demonstration on Palestinian style Tatreez in the Grainger Science Hub and to learn about the importance of this art form. See Kaftans\, Thobes and Abayas that feature traditional patterns and embroidery brought out from our collection up-close during this event. \nThere will be a limited number of Tatreez kits to giveaway* for visitors at this event to practice their skills at home. \n*Tatreez Kit Giveaway will be on a first-come-first-serve basis until kits are no longer available.  \nProgramming takes place on a Wednesday\, which is free for Illinois residents. Visitors must show proof of residency. Learn more.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/palestinian-tatreez-demonstration/
LOCATION:Field Museum\, 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions and Gallery Events,Talks and Gatherings,Workshops and Classes
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SUMMARY:Arab American Heritage Month Storytime and Craft
DESCRIPTION:For this week’s PlayLab PlayDate\, families with 2-6 year olds are invited to a free\, drop-in storytime session hosted by the Arab American Cultural Center and the Chicago Public Library. Zeina Zaatari\, Director of the Arab American Cultural Center\, will lead this interactive\, bilingual storytime session featuring books and crafts honoring Arab American Heritage Month. \nTo learn more about their work\, follow the Arab American Cultural Center on Facebook and Instagram at @arabamcc. \nProgramming takes place on a Wednesday\, which is free for Illinois residents. Visitors must show proof of residency. Learn more. \n  \n\n\nThank you to our partners at the Chicago Public Library and the UIC Arab American Cultural Center for collaborating in this event.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/arab-american-heritage-month-storytime-and-craft/
LOCATION:Field Museum\, 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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