Date/Time
4/13/2024
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM MST
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM MST
Event Type(s)
Community Event
Event Description
Location
Setting: In-Person
National Hispanic Cultural Center
1701 4th St SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
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National Hispanic Cultural Center
1701 4th St SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
click here for Google Maps
Contact Person
LaLa Gonzales
(phone: 5056101412)
(phone: 5056101412)
Details
31st Annual César Chávez and Dolores Huerta Celebration
Legendary activist Dolores Huerta to be Keynote Speaker
9am- Car Show by the Drifters Car Club
10am-La Marcha de Justicia
11:30-3pm Fiesta
ALBUQUERQUE – The Recuerda a César Chávez Committee (RCCC) is excited to announce the 31st Annual César Chávez and Dolores Huerta Celebration – the only celebration of its kind in the country that honors both great civil rights leaders.
RCCC is committed to educating communities throughout Albuquerque and the state about the legacy, life, and work of the great American civil rights activists César Chávez and Dolores Huerta. This year marks the 31st anniversary of those efforts.
RCCC shares the vision that César and Dolores championed – to Focus on Justice and in recognition of their remarkable history of keeping Justice on the forefront, this year’s Celebration is conducted in the spirit of “Sí Se Puede”, “Yes, we can.” Join us as we gather in solidarity with others around the country in support of the movement toward keeping our Focus on Justice.
The 31st Annual César Chávez and Dolores Huerta Celebration will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2024, and is sponsored by the City of Albuquerque and supported by the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) and the County of Bernalillo. The legendary Dolores Huerta will be our honored guest!
At 93 years old, Dolores Huerta continues to work tirelessly developing leaders and advocating for the working poor, women, and children. As founder and president of the Dolores Huerta Foundation, she travels across the country engaging in campaigns and influencing legislation that supports equality and defends civil rights.
The event, which will be held from 9:00 to 3:00 at the NHCC, will feature a keynote address from Dolores Huerta, presentation of the “Sí Se Puede” Awards, a car show presented by the Drifters Car Club, live dance and music performances, local dignitaries, and fun activities for the entire family.
Please mark your calendars, to join us for RCCC’s 31st Annual Celebration that pays tribute to civil rights leaders César Chávez and Dolores Huerta who continue to inspire us to seek social justice and civil rights for all.
Music Entertainment
Headliner Band: Mala Maña
Mala Maña - A Women’s Voice and Percussion Ensemble
Albuquerque’s all women’s voice and percussion ensemble, fuses folkloric and contemporary rhythms of Las Americas. Performing original compositions as well as songs influenced by (but not limited to) salsa, boleros, reggaeton, cumbia’s of Colombia and Mexico, and Afro Colombian rhythms of the Pacific coast. Formed in 2009 and going strong since.
Mala Maña is an award winning group and has also received nominations in the categories of World Beat, Folk and Latin at the New Mexico Music Awards.
Mala Maña band members
Alyson Steinman- marimba, marimbula, melodica, hand percussion, vocals
Amanda Julia Picker - marimbula, marimba, melodica, percussion and vocals
Lydia Garcia – vocals, hand percussion, cajón, marimbula
Chava - vocals, congas, cajón
Yali - Colombian Cumbia - alegre drum, hand percussion, marimbula
Teresa Guevara – venezuela cuatro, vocals, hand percussion
Dianne DeLeon - dunduns, drum kit, cajón
Lupe Mendoza – vocals, hand percussion
Dolores Huerta Day of Service & Learning
In keeping with the spirit of service to community set by César and Dolores, the RCCC is also hosting the 15th Annual Dolores Huerta Day of Service & Learning on April 12, 25, and May 2, 2024. Students will gain new skills, a better understanding of sustainable agriculture, and learn about the legacy of César Chávez, Dolores Huerta, and the farm workers’ movement! This year elementary, middle, and high school students along with teams of dedicated volunteers will participate in a variety of different hands-on and learning activities like tree planting, acequia restoration and more that will make an impact in our South Valley community! Media Inquiries, contact 505-907-0526.
About the Recuerda a César Chávez Committee (RCCC)
The Recuerda a César Chávez Committee was founded in 1993 and is proud to have organized the annual César Chávez and Dolores Huerta Day Celebration for 31 years. The mission of the RCCC is to educate our youth and communities about the legacy, life, and work of the great American civil rights leaders, César Chávez and Dolores Huerta.
Event Sponsors: City of Albuquerque, National Hispanic Cultural Center, County of Bernalillo,
Co-Sponsors: Carpenters Union, KANW FM,
Free event, no ticket sales, just show up
*speaker and performer times are subject to change so please show up to entire event so you do not miss anything
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