Tag: latin america

“Día de Muertos” | Interdisciplinary Embodiment Workshop

Vancouver, B.C.

FREE Event for people 16+  Join us for "Día de Muertos" | Interdisciplinary Embodiment Workshop, a unique celebration of Mexican culture and a heartfelt tribute to our departed loved ones. Guided by the talented facilitators Carla Alcántara and Marco Esccer, this event invites you to engage in the art of crafting as we create an […]

Latin American Short Stories Reading Group – November

Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is pleased to present, in partnership with UBC’s Latin American Studies program, a reading group open to anyone interested in short stories written by Latin American authors. Join us on Tuesday, November 14 at 6:30 pm, at the Conference Room (1661 Napier St, Vancouver) for a discussion on the stories "The Mystery of Survival" […]

Punto de Encuentro: A meetup for Latin American creatives

Vancouver, B.C.

We are pleased to invite emerging artists and creatives from Latin America to Punto de Encuentro, an evening of creative community-building through art making. Join us on Saturday, December 9, at 6:00 pm at the Canucks Family Education Centre at Britannia Community and Services Centre. Punto de Encuentro invites you to bid adiós to 2023 […]

Latin American Short Stories Reading Group – December

Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is pleased to present, in partnership with UBC’s Latin American Studies program, a reading group open to anyone interested in short stories written by Latin American authors. Join us on Tuesday, December 12 at 6:30 pm, at the Conference Room (1661 Napier St, Vancouver) for a discussion on the seven short stories by Luís […]

New Spanish Cinema: ‘Memories of My Father’ Screening

Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is pleased to support the screening hosted by The Vancouver Film Festival (VIFF) and Iberoamerican Images of the film 'Memories of My Father' or 'El Olvido que Seremos' on Sunday, January 7 at 8:15 pm.   When: Sunday, January 7th at 8:15 pm Where: VIFF Centre - Vancity Theatre Tickets: https://viff.org/whats-on/memories-of-my-father/book/5SPYTKwkE1/   Directed by […]

Art in Focus: An Interactive Journey Through Modern Latin American Art | Part 1: “From Frida Kahlo to Wifredo Lam”

SFU (Vancouver Campus) - Belzberg Library - Study Room (515 W Hastings St, Vancouver)

Embark on a vibrant journey through the rich tapestry of Modern Latin American Art in our interactive two-part series. This isn't your typical art history class; it's a dynamic exploration that invites you to become an integral part of observing and analyzing artworks. Part 1: “From Frida Kahlo to Wilfredo Lam" Dive into the surreal […]

Staged Reading of Fire Never Dies: The Tina Modotti Project with Carmen Aguirre 

Norman & Annette Rothstein Theatre, 950 West 41st Avenue, MST Territories Vancouver, B.C.

Join us on February 2 at 4 pm for a special glimpse into a new play-in-progress by Electric Company Theatre Core Artist Carmen Aguirre, Fire Never Dies: The Tina Modotti Project. Premiering in November 2024 at the Chutzpah! Festival, this is an exciting opportunity to see the work in development and to ask Carmen about […]

Dance and Embrace Your Body: Connecting Through Movement

Canuck Family Education Centre 1655 William Street, Vancouver, B.C.

This movement workshop invites us to connect with our inner selves and the world around us. Mexican dancer Carla Alcántara will guide us in awakening our senses from the inside out, warming up our bodies, and welcoming an environment for self-discovery. Get ready to explore playful exercises that support our human connection. We’ll be using […]

Latin American Short Stories Reading Group | Black History Month Special Edition

Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is pleased to present, in partnership with UBC’s Latin American Studies program, this special edition of our monthly reading group to honour Black History Month with a story by a black Latin American author. Join us on Tuesday, February 13, at 6:30 pm, at the Britannia's Conference Room for a discussion with Professor Ramón […]

Black History Month Special Edition Tertulia with Marco Schaumloeffel “Tabom, the community of the Afro-Brazilian returnees in Ghana”

Vancouver, B.C.

Join us to this special editon Tertulia celebrating the Black History Month with UBC's professor Marco Schaumloeffel on the Tabom people's return to Ghana on Thursday, February 29, at 6:30 pm at the Britannia Community Centre Services (Conference Room).  Discover the rich history of this unique community on a exploration of their ties to Brazil […]

Art in Focus: An Interactive Journey Through Modern Latin American Art | Part 2: “From Tarsila do Amaral to Joaquín Torres García”

SFU (Vancouver Campus) - Belzberg Library - Study Room (515 W Hastings St, Vancouver)

Embark on a vibrant journey through the rich tapestry of Modern Latin American Art in our interactive two-part series. This isn't your typical art history class; it's a dynamic exploration that invites you to become an integral part of observing and analyzing artworks. Part 2: “From Tarsila do Amaral to Joaquin Torres Garcia" The adventure […]

SOLD OUT – Explore Latin American Culture – Spring Break Camp

Britannia Community Centre - Rink Mezzanine Room 1661 Napier Street, Vancouver, B.C.

For kids with age at least 6 years but less than 10 years In partnership with the Britannia Community Centre and Words in Motion Spanish Language, we're excited to present a Latin American-inspired Spring Break Camp from March 18th to 22nd. During the week, participants will explore music, language, arts & crafts, dance, and food […]