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Quinceañeras: A Celebration of Community, Family, Faith and Symbolism
April 17, 2010
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The Austin History Center, Austin Public Library, presents Quinceañeras: A Celebration of Community, Family, Faith and Symbolism. Local journalist and author Belinda G. Acosta, will read from her recent book, Damas, Dramas and Ana Ruiz. Dr. Norma E. Cantu, professor at UT San Antonio and award winning author and scholar, will present La Quinceañera: A Chicana/Latina Coming of Age Ritual. A panel discussion will focus on the differences and similarities of quinceañeras in the various Latino cultures. The Austin History Center will conduct oral history interviews with multigenerational families who have celebrated quinceañeras. There will also be a quinceañera fashion show.
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Mexican American Cultural Center
600 River Street
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April 17, 2010Times:
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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