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May Day March for Immigrants’ Rights


5pm, Wednesday May 1–Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers Hall, 10 s 19th St., Pittsburgh, PA

6pm—March to IBEW Local 5 Hall, 5 Hot Metal St, Pittsburgh PA

May 1st has been historically linked to international workers’ rights. It started, May 1 1886 when the U.S. Federation of Organized Trade and Labor Unions – which included immigrant workers from all over — ruled that an 8 hour work day, would be a full and legal work day. The ruling class refused, causing riots and the long and even deadly battle to win rights for workers. It wasn’t long before workers from all over the world began protesting and standing up for their rights. While we may think we have secured safe conditions, the promise of a minimum wage and overtime after a 40 hour work week for all working people, the truth is that we have much more work to do. The battle that began between the ruling class and the working class in 1886 is still smoldering today.

Right here in the US millions of workers are treated as second class citizens, earning unconscionably low wages — driving wages down for everyone – trapped by fear, and then being used as a scapegoat for our problems. Undocumented workers make up growing portions of low wage workers, often being exploited by their employers. Our current immigration system creates a clear list of winners and losers. While huge corporations, private prisons and the fast food industry continue to benefit from the current system, we, the working and tax-paying people of the United States, continue to lose every day. Our current immigration system is broken. It’s expensive, it doesn’t work (undocumented workers have increased exponentially since more money has been spent on border patrol) and it creates a second class of workers, who corporations and companies use to lower wages for everyone.

We will march on May Day to demand that our government come up with a plan that includes comprehensive immigration reform. Now is the time to keep families united; now is the time to hold employers accountable for the exploitation of millions of people across the country; now is the time to give all working people a fighting chance at a better life.

One Perfect Peacock

One perfect hand made peacock cuff bracelet in sterling silver with turquoise and abalone; this is truly a functional work of art! $625
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Ways to Make Things Merry and Bright


“(or why you should drop by the store on Christmas Eve!)”

From Ways to make things Merry and Bright…, posted by Mexico Lindo Mercado y Galeria de Artesanias on 12/24/2012 (18 items)

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Celebrate the Beginning of a New Baktun!

Do you really need sterling silver Mayan day glyph earrings or the Mayan oracle to celebrate the beginning of a new baktun? No, for as some Wise Men once said: all you need is love. But we often find that beauty and wisdom are two of Loves’ favorite companions.

Mayan day glyph earrings in sterling silver


Glyph earrings are 46.00 and the Oracle can be found either in the store for 35.00 or directly from Amazon with this link:

The Mayan Oracle: Return Path to the Stars

Book and 44 Cards consisting of : 20 Mayan Star Glyphs, 13 Numbers,and 11 Lenses of Mystery

¡Viva Guadalupe!

An album from the Facebook page that we wanted to share with you on Her day:


“¿How do we love Her? Let us count the ways…”

From ¡Viva Guadalupe!, posted by Mexico Lindo Mercado y Galeria de Artesanias on 12/11/2009 (29 items)

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Flight of the Quetzal Lecture; December 2012 Mayan Prophecies Revealed

Monday, November 19, 2012
7:00pm until 8:30pm
Ac Tah, el caminante maya, translates to the Mayan Messenger.
He has dedicated his life to traveling the world and sharing the teachings of his Mayan ancestors. His last trip to Pittsburgh was so inspiring! He is coming back November 18th, for three days only, to explain Mayan prophecies and teach people how to prepare for the global shift of consciousness.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and experience ancient Mayan traditions first hand. Donations for each event are much appreciated, with a portion going to FUMC. All proceeds received will help the Owl Tribe and Ac Tah spread the message of 2012, during the month of December, while touring Mexico together!

MAIN EVENT: Flight of the Quetzal Lecture;
December 2012 Mayan Prophecies Revealed
Monday, November 19th 7-8:30pm
First United Methodist Church
5401 Center Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15232
This event has a suggested donation of $5-$10
Lecture translated by: Joey Rahimi

MOVEMENT EVENTS:
Sacred Geometry Movement Workshop: Align with the New Cosmic Energy
Sunday, November 18th @ 8pm
FUMC: 5401 Center Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15232
Donations welcomed

Sacred Geometry Movement Workshop: Align with the New Cosmic Energy
Monday, November 19th @ 10am
FUMC: 5401 Center Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15232
GROUP HEALING BY THE OWL TRIBE TO FOLLOW featuring Reiki, Massage, Crystal Activation, and more with Kellee Maize, Angela Morelli, Holly McIntosh, Jade, Bobbi Williams and Abby Samuels
Donations welcomed

Orion Labyrinth: November 20th @ 10am (location TBD)
Once the workshops and lecture have concluded Ac Tah has agreed to build a sacred Labyrinth right here in Pittsburgh. WE NEED LAND – PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THIS PERMANENT GIFT ON YOUR PROPERTY! The labyrinth will be approximately 100 square feet and we’ll need lots of hands to help complete it. Once the Labyrinth is finished Ac Tah will be performing a traditional Mayan ceremony at the location.

Visit Ac Tah’s Website
See Videos: http://www.actah2012.com/Vibrational-Training.htm
Labyrinth Information: http://www.actah2012.com/orion-labyrinth.htm

For questions please email: angela@nakturnal.net

Brought to you by: Owl Tribe, Peaceburgh, Transformational Alliance Peaceburgh, Evolver, TMwomen.org, Verve Wellness and Nakturnal

Meet Maestro Carlomagno Pedro Martinez at the 9th annual Celebrate Mexico Now Festival November 13 – 27, 2012

As a part of the 9th annual Celebrate Mexico Now Festival, presented by National Museum of the American Indian in New York, with the support of Friends of Oaxacan Folk Art (FOFA) and the Mexican Cultural Institute of New York, Mexican scholar Marta Turok asks how indigenous Oaxacan artists navigate both “folk” and “high” art markets in today’s artistic climate. In this lecture-demonstration, Turok will present award-winning Oaxacan ceramic artist Carlomagno Pedro Martínez. They may grow up in artisan families, be self-taught artists, or graduate from art school, but whatever path they choose, today’s indigenous Mexican artists must contend with changing tastes. As Marta Turok documents, interest in folk art is waning as interest in conceptual art grows among cultural institutions and power brokers. The organization Friends of Oaxacan Folk Art (FOFA) awards folk artists scholarships to a fine arts school where they can blend their local traditions with contemporary perspectives. For Celebrate Mexico Now, Marta Turok will share her findings and present visiting folk artist, Director of the Oaxaca State Museum of Popular Art and acclaimed ceramist Carlomagno Pedro Martínez.

As both supporters of FOFA and collectors and vendors of Don Carlomagnos’ work, we urge all New Yorkers not to miss this great opportunity!

Dia de los Muertos Open House

Trip Pix and Picks: Another Report from the Road


¡Hello, Friends! We had another fruitful shopping expedition in September and wanted to share some photos, new things and experiences with you.

As always, we begin and end our journeys in Mexico City, and no matter how many times we have seen it, there is still nothing better than that first glimpse of the Angel of Independence after having been away for a time. She was looking especially regal that first evening of our arrival.

Nearby on the Reforma in front of the American Embassy, we saw a presentation and demonstration by the Yo Soy #132 Movement for Peace with Justice and Dignity.

The next morning we were off bright and early to Taxco in search of more silver for the holiday season. We feel the same way about the cathedral Santa Prisca as we do about the Angel: a million views and photos will never be enough to entirely take in it’s grandeur.

There were many wondrous finds to be had in sterling silver, and we did our best to find things that were not only beautiful, but also hand made, well-executed and unique. Here is an extra large fine filigree earring with turquoise that manages to retain grace and style without being too overbearing:

Two turquoise dolphins grace this elegant choker:

And here is a whimsical sheep clothed in cultured freshwater pearls that can do double duty as either a pin or a pendant.

It was also the time and place to find more of our favorite silly, black and white muerto-themed ceramic cranios, boxes and other small items, and we weren’t disappointed. We have enough cavorting, lovesick skeletons to please all of you!


…And there were kitties galore!

A glorious antique, giant wooden jaguar covered in milagros took us by surprise and could not be left behind…

Next we off to Metepec for some new Trees of Life. All was still decorated for Independence Day and the surroundings were delightful. A special gigantic Arbol that had been made for the Bicentennial was impressive:


Two of our finds:


A visit with our longtime friend Alejandro Sergio Hernandez, Maestro of papel picado, yielded these two highly unusual, one of a kind panels framed in tin:

Nearby, we were glad to find that our favorite purveyor of extra fancy sugar skulls with feathers and tiaras was still there and fully stocked. We hand carried some of these all the way home. :)

The next day we moved on to Queretaro for a little R&R and were delighted by the enchanting B&B, Villa del Villar. You are greeted upon entering by two canaries, singing their perfect songs:

The canaries overlook an inner courtyard, which is graced by a stately bougainvillea, that dropped its’ petals like blessings, too beautiful to step on:


Breakfast was made to order…and we were amazed to realize we had found our own little piece of heaven; we highly recommend it!

Queretaro is charming, picturesque and there are many museums to explore, but as usual, we hadn’t allowed enough time for such luxuries. Still, we can never pass by a grand cathedral without taking photos, and this one was no exception:


Another church nearby had an enchanted gateway that beckoned in the evening:

Everywhere throughout the many little plazas there were vendors of every trinket imaginable, and so of course we couldn’t help ourselves. This Otomi woman had wonderful things, and we did get some darling dolls, but it was her beauty and her glorious attire that compelled us to ask for a photo:

We found some of the wonderful opals that Queretaro is known for:

Every evening there is a full-fledged flag lowering ceremony outside of this government building, complete with drummers and singing of the National Anthem, and we were thrilled to witness it in all of its’ pageantry.

The next day we took a quick trip to San Miguel de Allende, and there, of course, was another grand cathedral that did not disappoint:


We witnessed a beautiful Marian procession into the church, as well:

We were pleasantly surprised to find some gorgeous Mata Ortiz ollas that did not break the bank; this one was unlike any we had seen before:

We had a quick and impromptu tour of the famous Museum of the Mask, housed within the charming Casa de la Cuesta B&B,. Heidi was thoroughly charming and accommodating, considering that we didn’t have an appointment, and we thank her for her hospitality and for sharing her extensive knowledge. This collection is astounding, a must-see for any mask collector! We will be returning when we have more time to properly appreciate it. The B&B has heavenly views, within and without. Take a look at their photo gallery, and you will see what we mean! We left reluctantly, and so it was back to Queretaro, and we left the next morning for Mexico City once again.

There was much shopping still to do, and we got right to it, from Coyoacan to San Angel and many points in between. We spent time with the Huichols, and left with these glorious gourds in beads and yarn…

and an unforgettable encounter with a little Princess:

We found some great new muerto and luchador t shirts to add to our already large selection, as well as aprons:



There were tequila glasses with everyones’ favorite, the loteria:

..and purses with loteria figures and sugar skulls, as well:

…and painted pumpkins made of copper:

…and Precolumbian jaguars, and legendary tacos, big, scary but delicious fish,
and darling tiny turtles, and so much more!




But we could go on all day….and it’s time now to begin getting ready for Dia de los Muertos! So you’ll have to come and see for yourselves! Until then… hasta la proxima vez :)

Pegasus by the Tribus Mixes Coperative

A magical pegasus, getting ready to take flight, finely executed as only the Tribus Mixes Artists Cooperative can do!
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The full wing span measures 17″ across, the height at the tallest part of the mane is 11″.
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Each wing, feather, ears and tail are separate pieces.
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P1030172The cost for this amazing woodcarving is $298 plus $13 for shipping