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2024 EVENTS

September 12, 2024 – J. Cloyd Miller Library at Western New Mexico University Campus, Silver City NM. As part of the Felipe De Ortego y Gasca Lecture Series, Stella will present her own “miraculous” venture into the world of writing in “Up the Spiral Staircase: The Call to Write,” from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Free event and all are invited.

September 6, 2024 – Adam Diaz Recognition Day. In honor of Adam Diaz, long-time community activist, Stella will share reflections on his life at the Adam Diaz Senior Center, 4115 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix. Event is from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and includes a luncheon. All are invited.

June 6, 2024 – Tucson Summer Institute, University of Arizona. Stella presents a keynote address “Cultivating the Internal I AM” for Tucson Unified School District teachers and staff. This intriguing exploration addresses the importance of culture, race and ethnicity as ways to strengthen student learning. Respect for cultural differences offers students a positive learning environment.

February 17, 2024 – Gallaghers, 7575 N. 16th Street, Phoenix. Stella presents from her short story collection Women Who Live in Coffee Shops, (Arte Publico Press, 2010.) Her collection is a heartwarming, soul thrilling response to the “invisible people” who lived along Van Buren Street. Sponsored by Phoenix Writers Club, all are welcome. Contact Stella for details.

January 11, 2024 – Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant 5670 W. Peoria Avenue, Glendale, AZ. Stella introduces artist, José Andrés Girón to El Grupo de Amigos luncheon guests. Celebrating his first book, Chicano Artists America Should Know About, (Many Seasons Press, 2023) José’s art work will astound readers with its beauty and depiction of Latino culture. A book to be treasured!

2023 EVENTS

November 16, 2023 – Litchfield Park Historical Society. In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, Stella will share with participants the remarkable story of those who served, and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the Vietnam War. Her novel, based on years of research, interviews, and a trip to Vietnam, will be featured as her presentation will honor all who served, and the families who waited for loved ones to come home. Goodyear City Auditorium. Contact Stella at www.stellapopeduarte.com for further information.

October 18, 2023 – Acacia Library Phoenix. Stella will share with book club members from her novel, Let Their Spirits Dance. If interested in attending, contact Stella through her website: www.stellapopeduarte.com

September 5-6, 2023 – Western New Mexico University. Launching a new poetry book for first-time author, Arturo Magaña Amaya will mean a trip to Silver City, New Mexico for Stella. Arturo’s first book, Nostalgias of November (Mimbres Press, 2023) opens for readers the world of the Mexican border with all its peril, risks, and courageous people, some going south, some coming north in a never-ending quest for acceptance and a new life. These dynamic poems will touch the hearts of all who read them! Arturo’s book is available on Amazon, or through any book seller.

May 17, 2023 – Acacia Library Phoenix. Stella will meet with a book club to discuss her novel, If I Die in Juárez. Contact Stella for details.

March 5th, 2023 – Tucson Festival of Books, University of Arizona Campus in Tucson. Visit Stella in the Children’s Pavilion on Sunday, March 5th in the grassy mall area of the Tucson Book Festival. From 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. She will feature her first bilingual children’s book: Blanco The Little Donkey That Saved Christmas. (Many Seasons Press, 2022). Join in Festival fun, and meet new authors and have lots of fun!

March 29, 2023 – Scottsdale Society of Women Writers, Panera at Gainey Ranch. Stella shares her talk “Jumping Genres” with members, and inspires ways to reach out to new genres, challenging writing skills and evolving hidden strengths. Setting new goals, means finding new ways to express yourself. Visit SSWW website for more info on upcoming events.

February 21, 2023 – Cactus High School, Glendale, AZ.  Stella shares her thoughts on being a creative writer with Ms. Sapp’s Creative Writing Club. Students work on character sketches, and learn the truth about “writer’s block.”

 

Exciting writing times! See MORE for list of schools and programs. THANKS TO ALL!
Heartfelt thanks to the  fine students at Snell Middle School in Silver City, NM., you  brought me joy! A big thank you to the 1,000 students of: Hancock Elementary in Chandler, remember “The trees are dancing.”;First Episcopalian Church of Phoenix, Saluting Dr. King; St. Gregory’s Prep Academy in Tucson, GREAT Diversity Day; AZ Girls’ Leadership Academy, I salute my talented teen writers-AWESOME; Florence Crittenton Academy-amazing writers, you took my breath away with beauty; Paiute Neighborhood Center, ACP Alhambra College Prep Charter School – Your imagination soars!; Brunson-Lee Elementary School-touched my funny bone; Kiva Elementary School in Scottsdale, Greek myths came alive! Thanks to Cataline Ventura in the Alhambra School District for the wonderful poetry and prose created during my fabulous time at your school. Residencies at Desert Canyon Elementary School in the Scottsdale School District, Brooks Academy in the Roosevelt School District, Laveen Writers Club, and 21st Century Students After-School Program at Capitol School in the Phoenix 1 School District were all filled with brilliant writers.  YOU  ARE ALL AMAZING!! Poetry Central Students from Phoenix Union High School District, and NORAZ Teen Poets of Flagstaff, YOU ROCK!!

THANKS TO: University of Chicago, and the University of Chicago at Illinois, UCLA at Santa Barbara, UCLA at Los Angele and Long Beach, New Mexico State University, YWCA Women’s Empowerment Luncheon/Lecture Series; Kappa Delta Chi ASU Latina Sorority; Concordia College, Women’s Studies Program in Moorehead, Minnesota; Tucson Festival of Books; Western Arizona College in Yuma; University of California at Irvine; Cal State at Long Beach; Willamette Conference in, Phoenix Portland; Hispanic Cultural Center at Albuquerque; St. Mary’s College/Notre Dame; City of Glendale, Hispanic Network; Phoenix College Alumni Association; Scottsdale Women Writers Society; Nuestras Raices Conference in Tucson; Glendale Community College; City of Phoenix; American Express; Boeing Airlines; Estrella Community College; Rio Salado Community College; El Paso Community College; TERROS Diversity Cesar Chavez Celebration; Pinal County Cesar Chavez Celebration, and Desert West Community Center, thank you for your warm welcome!