Category: Arts & Entertainment
Write-ups, reviews, photos, videos and other info about books, TV, movies, exhibits, and other things.
Music Video Pick: Flaco Jiménez
Today’s video pick is Leonardo “Flaco” Jiménez, a Conjunto, Tejano music accordionist from San Antonio, Texas. Jiménez is a pioneer of conjunto music. He was one of my Dad’s favorites, […]
A quick DVD Review: Fast & Furious 6
I’m going to be honest that I’m not the biggest fan of the Fast & Furious movie franchise. I do enjoy the car races and the stunts. They’re fun. But, […]
Award-winning Latino children’s books: Pura Belpré
Need some recommendations on last-minute stocking stuffers and gifts? Books are good choices for kids and teens. For inspiration, we’ll check out this year’s Pura Belpré Award Winners: Aristotle and […]
Latina Voices, Show 84: Jorge Ferráez, Brittany Sakowitz
In This Episode Publisher of Latino Leaders Magazine, Jorge Ferráez, explains why his leading and widely distributed publication matters in the U.S. Hispanic Market. And Fashion scion, Brittany Sakowitz’s newest […]
Images from MFAH Exhibit “Antonio Berni: Juanito and Ramona”
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston has a great new exhibit featuring works from Argentinean artist Antonio Berni: Antonio Berni: Juanito and Ramona Nov 10, 2013 – Jan 26, 2014 […]