SAN YSIDRO DAY

Saturday May 14, 2011

Please join us in celebrating San Ysidro Day, a centuries old tradition in New Mexico honoring the patron saint of farmers by blessing the acequias and farms.

Procession begins at 10am at the San Ysidro Carousel on the corner of Isleta Blvd SW and Arenal SW. Musicians, dancers, and religious leaders will lead us to Sanchez Farm (corner of Arenal & Lopez). Everyone can participate in the ancient blessing of the acequia, farm, and tools. Following the ceremony, there will be a mantanza! Food and drinks are free with donations supporting the South Valley Regional Association of Acequias.

For more information, contact: snamaste@afsc.org or 505-842-7343.

Parking available at St. Anne's Church (1400 Arenal SW)

Supported by:

American Friends Service Committee, Circular Solar Olliln Xochipilli, La Plazita Institute, the National Hispanic Cultural Center, South Valley Regional Association of Acequias