Maria Jimenez French will be in the store to showcase beautiful handmade hats and bags created by the Wayuu, Zenu and Arhuacos, indigenous people of Colombia. The items are made with the methods and traditions of their ancestors. Maria hopes to “cast a spotlight on diverse world cultures that inspire us and to support these communities through fair pricing policies.”

Curt Porter of Guatemala Feliz returns this Spring with all kinds of wonderful items from Guatemala. There will be jewelry, bags, kitchen linens, clothing and more. It’s always a varied selection.

Nancy Bissell and Gordon Packer began the Primavera Foundation in the 1980s to serve as a shelter for Tucson’s growing unhoused population. They wanted to tackle the root causes of the problem. Since then, the organization has focused on creating pathways out of poverty through housing, workforce development, homeownership and financial education. They also work on comprehensive community development. Join Foundation CEO Tisha Tallman to hear about her advocacy for individuals, families and communities at the intersection of poverty, homelessness and race/ethnicity at the Primavera Foundation.

REMINDER: THIS LECTURE SERIES NOW STARTS AS 3:00 PM.