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Each first Friday of the month, Iturbide Street transforms into a hub of art, music and community as part of CaminARTE. This Easter weekend, the historic downtown will once again come alive with creative expression.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Organized by the Laredo Cultural District, CaminARTE brings together venues such as the Laredo Center for the Arts, Laredo Film Society, Border Heritage Museum, Casa Ortiz and Casa Daphne, along with local bars, coffee shops and galleries that open their spaces to artists and performers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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From exhibits and performances to markets and film screenings, here are some of the events taking place. All events unless marked are listed with a 6 p.m. start time:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A market featuring local vendors offering artwork, handmade accessories and treats.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Stained Glass Tiny Bathroom Exhibit by Dolores Gonz\u00e1lez-Jarvis<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Casa\u00a0Ortiz, 915 Zaragoza St.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A showcase of stained-glass works known for vibrant colors and intricate designs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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For the Soul Purpose by Bethany House residents and Book Signing<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Outside Laredo Center for the Arts, 519 San Agustin Ave.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Residents of Bethany House will display artwork created in a workshop led by Cristina Zorrilla Speer. Author Geysi Lagos will also be present for a book signing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Los\u00a0Olvidados, 309 Flores Ave.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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In collaboration with MoneyarttX, this exhibit explores themes inspired by Good Friday.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Overthink Exhibit by Emmanuel T. Castro Aldana<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Students from the Vidal M. Trevi\u00f1o School of Communications and Fine Arts will present artwork and live performances.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Held inside the historic J.E.R. Building, this event features works by artists Alexander Barron, Gilberto Soto, Victoria Ramos, Kassandra Romero and Krista Quintanilla, along with performances by Vermin the Villain, Hanus, Rey and Cornerstones.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Noche de Museo at Republic of the Rio Grande Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The museum will offer free admission, inviting visitors to explore local history.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Despu\u00e9s de la Luz Film Showing<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The Nixon Filmmakers Society will screen a film directed by Maya Lopez.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n

\u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.lmtonline.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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