La comunidad
Your Arizona Conexión starts here
Arizona PBS is now offering the state’s Latino community a new way to connect with important news stories, learning resources, kids programming and other fun opportunities – Conexión. A monthly e-newsletter and webpage, Conexión is led by Horizonte host Catherine Anaya and will also feature information about upcoming Arizona PBS and other community events.
Connecting with Catherine Anaya
Fall is officially here, and I hope you are as excited for a new season of “Horizonte” as I am.
Some of you may know I anchored the news at the NBC station in Phoenix for much of the 1990s. I left to anchor in Los Angeles for four years before returning to the Valley in 2003 to anchor at CBS 5 News.
Shortly after, I was promoted to co-anchor the main evening newscasts, becoming the first Latina to anchor a main evening newscast in Phoenix since Linda Alvarez in the 1980s (Linda and I worked at the same station together in L.A. and anchored together many times).
I understood the magnitude of my new role and the responsibility that came with it. I embraced it. I welcomed the opportunity to use my platform to shine a light on our rich Latino culture and community.
I’m proud of the stories I was able to share, the people whose voices I was able to help amplify, the organizations I was able to help elevate, and the businesses I was able to help celebrate. It is what I’ve missed most since leaving traditional news in 2015, and it’s what I love most about hosting “Horizonte.”
As we continue celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, you can count on “Horizonte” for thoughtful discussions about issues of importance to the fabric of our community and topics that celebrate people and organizations that exemplify Latino excellence.
We’ll introduce you to an ASU student who is advocating for more Hispanic and Latino representation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). You’ll learn how he’s building a community of role models and mentors to support Latino undergrads while inspiring younger students to explore a future in STEM.
Plus, we’ll talk to an expert about Latino youth and mental health. You’ll find out why historically Latinos have faced additional barriers when seeking mental health services and how we can become more aware and supportive of our child or teen’s mental health.
Look for those episodes and so much more when we kick off a new season of “Horizonte” on Saturday, September 30 at 6 p.m.
I can’t wait!
Until next month,
Catherine
Art
Luis Rivera Jimenez: A Brief Proposal on Race and Cultural Cosplay
Latino art lovers rejoice as the ASU Art Museum presents Luis Rivera Jimenez. This is the artist’s first solo museum exhibition, presenting new works created while in residence at CALA Alliance in early 2023. The exhibition runs August 19 through December 31, 2023, at the ASU Art Museum at Nelson Fine Arts Center.
Coming to azpbs Sept 19
Becoming Frida Kahlo
Explore the life of artist Frida Kahlo in a three-part docuseries. See the major personal and political events of her life, including her stormy relationship with Diego Rivera.
Sansón and Me
Filmmaker Rodrigo Reyes is inspired to make a documentary about Sansón, an immigrant serving life for first-degree murder, but authorities won’t allow the incarcerated young man to be filmed.
Hispanic Heritage
Our Voices
Members of our community reflect on their Hispanic heritage. Listen as they share their different yet similar perspectives.
culture
Explore Hispanic Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with diverse content from Arizona PBS. Enjoy a unique variety of programming including arts, food, culture, public affairs and fun activities for kids.
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Check, Please! Arizona Mexican restaurants
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, if you’re on the hunt for fantastic Mexican restaurants to try in Arizona, look no further! Check, Please! Arizona has featured a variety of Mexican eateries in the Valley. To honor this special month, we’ve compiled a list of these culinary gems for you to explore. It’s the perfect opportunity to indulge in the diverse and delicious flavors of Mexican cuisine while paying homage to Hispanic heritage. So, let’s dig in and enjoy!
music
Shakira: Live from Paris
Experience Shakira in a 2011 concert featuring the Colombian singer-songwriter’s biggest hits, including “Whenever, Wherever” and “Hips Don’t Lie.” Recorded during her Sale El Sol (The Sun Comes Out) tour, it’s Shakira at her best from beginning to end, on Arizona PBS Passport.
PBS NEWSHOUR
First Latino head of Academy of American Poets on bringing poetry to more people
PBS NewsHour talks with the first Latino head of the Academy of American Poets, Ricardo Alberto Maldonado. Maldonado, an administrator and poet, talks about his desire to spread the word and words more widely.
‘Horizonte’ examines issues of particular interest to Arizona’s Hispanic community. Your host Catherine Anaya tackles subjects from public policy to education to the arts. ‘Horizonte’ airs on Saturdays at 6 p.m. following PBS News Weekend. You can also stream past broadcasts below.
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Las noticias
Dual-language programs in Arizona
Sept. 28
Dual-language programs have been the subject of a conflict between Arizona’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Horne, and Attorney General Kris Mayes.
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music
Educational videos featuring the music of Austin City Limits’ Rosalía
Teens are loving the music of Rosalía, the Spanish singer-songwriter. PBS LearningMedia has an entire collection of educational videos with a variety of music and language art skills lessons for teens and educators.
PBS KIDS
Cyberchase Mobile Adventures in STEM
Cyberchase Mobile Adventures in STEM is a free family texting program. Once you sign up, you will receive videos and activities in English or Spanish right on your phone. Learn more or sign up today by texting ARIZONA to 30644.
