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2008
In 1966 the Chilean songwriter Violeta Parra composed perhaps the most enduring and enchanting song of her time - Gracias a la Vida (Thanks be to Life) - wherein she expresses undying gratitude, at an almost mystical level, for all the miniscule beauties and unexpected joys of a fraught and troub...
12/04/2008
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Opening Reception, Saturday night, December 13, 2008 7 to 10 pm Curated by Raoul De la Sota The Avenue 50 Studio is proud to present Silent Testimonies - Contemporary Ex-Votos. Artists and community members were asked to interpret the uniquely Mexican art form known as ex-votos with contemporary...
12/03/2008
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First off, I am not really a crafter. But many long time Active Rainers may remember that some time ago, I promised a friend, Lilian, that I would help her start selling some of her handmade jewelry items on item. That little project has been, and continues to be, a remarkable learning experience...
12/03/2008
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Since my recent efforts to help my friend, Lilian, get her handcrafted jewelry items online, I have learned a little bit about shops on Etsy and Shophandmade And the thought occurs to me that if you need to buy a few gift items this season, buying a handcrafted gift from a seller on one of these ...
12/02/2008
The 64th Northeast Los Angeles Holiday Parade will officially bring in the holiday season on Sunday, December 7, 2008 at 1 p.m. The city's second oldest annual holiday parade has become a great attraction for entertainers and audience alike! The list of parade participants has multiplied in th...
12/01/2008
