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BEO Book on Basque Women Available for Pre-Sale
Our friends at the BEO are happy to announce that the 2nd edition of The Impact of Women in Basque Communities is available to pre-sale, so reserve your copy today! This hard cover 10" x 10" coffee table book features approximately 200 stories and pictures of women from Basque communities in the United States. With the community's help, the BEO is keeping its promise to continue this important conversation. Order information is available here.
Gaztemundu 2024 Comes to a Close
This year’s edition of Gaztemundu, the Basque Government’s program for individuals between the ages of 18-35, wrapped up on December 15th. Fifteen participants, 13 from Argentina, 1 from Uruguay, and our own Amaya Herrera representing the Oinkaris, participated in the two-week program, December 1-15th whose theme was dance. Besides working on traditional dances with various instructors, participants also had the opportunity to visit various areas of the Basque Country, all while forging friendships. They participated in various events as well, including a performance in Donostia as part of the Euskararen Nazioarteko Eguna festivities on the Boulevard, and a visit to the Durangoko Azoka (Durango book fair). They were also received by Lehendakari Imanol Pradales. This photo was taken at their last rehearsal where they were joined by Ander Caballero, Secretary General of Foreign Action and Global Euskadi, Gorka Alvarez, Director of the Basque Community Abroad, and Manu Meaurio, technician from the same unit among others. Zorionak deneri!
What we Tried to Bury Grows Here Book Signing
Please join members of the Los Banos Basque Club for a book signing on December 20th from 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Woolgrowers where local author, Julian Zabalbeascoa, will be presenting his new book What we Tried to Bury Grows Here. The event will take place in the back room of the restaurant and will include pintxos and wine. For more information, please visit them on Facebook.
WWII Veterans Memorial Fund
Honor your family with a lasting year-end tax-deductible gift to the WWII Veterans Memorial Fund. Our goal is to permanently recognize all veterans of Basque descent who served the United States of America in WWII, including those who bravely gave their lives in the line of duty to protect our freedom. Through commemoration, education, and advocacy, we pledge to ensure that their stories are remembered, their sacrifices acknowledged, and their courage celebrated for generations to come. Please consider donating here now. Don’t Let Our Veterans Be Forgotten!
Nevada Basque Portraits and Illustrations Exhibit
Just a reminder that Zoe Bray’s exhibit at the Nevada Historical Society is ending soon, on December 28th. She also wanted to share that she will be providing a special tour on December 21st in French at 10am for individuals who may appreciate that opportunity. For more information, click here or email Zoe directly.
