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Welcome to Alegria Magazine There is one single attitude that unites people across all racial and social boundaries:
Alegría, the joy of living.

As a Colombian- American, Owner/Editor & Chief, Davina Ferreira has the immense fortune of living in both worlds, opening the magazine to the richness of both cultures. Alegria Magazine is where you will find the best of the Latin American culture in the U.S
from restaurants, bars and lounges to the latest designers, influencers and artists, who are changing the way we live the Latin – American ex

perience. Alegria will also help you discover new Latin American destinations as well as take
you through the journey of the Art world, the life of inspiring celebrities and leaders and the cultural exchanges happening right at this moment in America. We will always treasure the Alegría of having you as our reader as we spread a message of joy to the World!

27/06/2024

Did you know, Buenos Aires, dubbed the 📖 bookshop 📖 capital of the world, boasts more bookstores per capita than any other city, with 734 bookstores for a population of 2.8 million as of 2015. The most renowned and beautiful is El Ateneo Grand Splendid, originally an opulent theater famous for tango performances since 1919. In 2000, it was saved from demolition, refurbished, and reopened as a bookstore now attracting 1 million visitors annually. Honestly, this is one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world!!

26/06/2024

Finding a way to support Latine/x writers, poets, publishers, bookstores? With the purchase of our new t-shirt, you can help us continue our work to support emerging latine/x writers, poets, storytellers, and artists. Go the link in our profile or visit alegriamagazine.com today!🙌

25/06/2024

We got a new list of independent bookstores in the U.S. Oh how we wish we could take a tour around the country and visit each of those in the list. Let us know what's your favorite bookstore in the comments or if you have any recommendations on who we should highlight next! 📖✨

24/06/2024

"Visitas inesperadas" is a mesmerizing collection of poems and photographs by the talented Ariadna Sánchez. This is a must-read this summer!

Thank you for sharing this book with us! 📚

21/06/2024

Somos fuertes, that's for sure! 💪🏽 tag your amiga who you think is the strongest!

20/06/2024

Are you a writer? aspiring writer? or just want to support writers in general? 🫶🏽 this is the t-shirt for you!

Every purchase will help us continue our work to support emerging latine/x writers, poets, storytellers, and artists. Which one is your favorite? 🙌🏽

(Link in our profile)⚡️Go to alegriamagazine.com ➡️ shop or alegria-life.myshopify.com⚡️

18/06/2024

Bending Our Reality by Viviana Escobar, is an authentic guide to mindfulness and wellness through breathwork and inspirational concepts.

This is a beautiful book for anyone on a wellness journey✨ Purchase her book at alegriamagazine.com or bendingourreality.com.

17/06/2024

Join us for Versos Viajeros, a poetry workshop by Virginia Bulacio & Jean-Pierre Rueda!

Dive into the themes of immigration, memory, and bilingualism through poetry, while learning to express the complexities of the immigrant experience and the strength of memory.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enrich your poetic journey. See you there!

Date: Saturday, July 13th, 2024
Los Angeles, California.

This is a **FREE** event with limited space. Sign up today by sending us a DM via this account.

Special thanks to the Impact Project Grant for making this workshop possible!

14/06/2024

Showcase your love for books! 📚
Show your support of Latine/x writers. 🫶🏽

Every purchase will help us continue our work to support emerging latine/x writers, poets, storytellers, and artists. Which one is your favorite? 🙌🏽

⚡️Go to alegriamagazine.com ➡️shop or alegria-life.myshopify.com⚡️.

13/06/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined our workshop with the talented Estefania Garcia ()! Your presence made it truly transformative as we explored generational wounds through poetry.

Special thanks to the Impact Project Grant for making this event possible! 🌈✨

📅 For those who missed it, stay tuned for more events!

11/06/2024

“You are perfect just as you are” 🫶🏽

Some Tuesday wisdom straight from our founder and publisher’s poetry book: If Love Had a Name. 💕

Tag or share it with someone who needs to read this 🙌🏽✨.

07/06/2024

Alegría shop is officially OPEN! 🛍️💕

Show your support of Latine/x writers. 🫶🏽

Every purchase will help us continue our work to support emerging latine/x writers, poets, storytellers, and artists. Which one is your favorite? 🙌🏽

⚡️Go to alegriamagazine.com ➡️shop or alegria-life.myshopify.com⚡️.

06/06/2024

✨THIS WEEKEND! ✨

Join writer, Estefania Garcia , for a transformative two-hour collective workshop where we will explore our generational wounds through poetry. Emotions will be embraced and released with body movement practices to reclaim our power, envision new horizons, and celebrate our true selves.

Date: Saturday, June 8th, 2024
Los Angeles, California.

This is a **FREE** event with limited space. Sign up today by sending us a DM via this account.

Special thanks to the Impact Project Grant for making this workshop possible!

05/06/2024

We're thrilled to announce that our nonprofit, the Alegria Bilingual Bookstores and Arts Collective, has received a generous grant from the ! This support will help us continue our mission of promoting and bringing poetry to our community and supporting emerging Latine/x poets. We're honored to join a distinguished group of organizations dedicated to increasing access to poetry and providing crucial resources for historically underserved poets and writers. With this grant, we can offer even more poetry activities for our communities writing workshops, festivals, publications, and much more. Thank you, Poetry Foundation, for believing in our work and helping us make a difference!

03/06/2024

A little Monday inspiration from the great ✨💕

30/05/2024

Join writer, Estefania Garcia , for a transformative two-hour collective workshop where we will explore our generational wounds through a poetry. Emotions will be embraced and released with body movement practices to reclaim our power, envision new horizons, and celebrate our true selves.

Date: Saturday, June 8th, 2024
Los Angeles, California.

This is a **FREE** event with limited space. Sign up today by sending us a DM via this account.

Special thanks to the Impact Project Grant for making this workshop possible!

29/05/2024

What an incredible time we had at “Heritage Bites: A Feast for the Soul, A Canvas for Creativity” workshop with the amazing Diana Medina! 🍽️📝

This workshop was a journey of taste and creativity. We played interactive games, delved into guided journaling, and uncovered the beautiful stories behind our most cherished food memories. 🍲

A huge thank you to Diana Medina, the talented educator, storyteller, poet, and author of Healing Out Loud, for guiding us through this beautiful experience. Together, we celebrated how food and identity intertwine, honoring our roots and connecting within our wonderful community.

Special thanks to the Impact Project Grant for making this workshop possible.

28/05/2024

We love seeing reviews of Alegría Publishing books! If you haven't read Bending Our Reality by Viviana Escobedo, you can purchase it on Amazon, Barnes & Noble or going to alegriamagazine.com.

24/05/2024

Poetry i best served heard 🗣🎤✨📖

Here are some ideas on how to be heard from our dear friend . What do you think? tag someone that you think needs to read this!

22/05/2024

A poem and an affirmation ❤ Save it, share it, and repeat it every day.

Thank you Laura for sharing this with the world.

21/05/2024

Exciting news! 🎉💕

For the first time, we have two amazing Alegria Publishing representatives at the New York City Poetry Festival.

Alegria poets, Jessica Diaz and Leisly Roman will be participating, plus you can find a selection of our best-selling Latine/x poetry collections at the festival! 📚✨

This July 13th + 14th at Nolan Park, Governors Island, 11am-6pm, FREE FOR ALL!!!

17/05/2024

Let’s be proud of our accents, they remind us where we come from, it tells your story, and it tells your journey.

14/05/2024

Join us on Saturday, May 25th, for our upcoming workshop:

“Heritage Bites: A Feast for the Soul, A Canvas for Creativity” with Diana Medina.

Get ready to savor the flavors of home and transform them into masterpieces! Join us for a workshop led by Diana Medina, an educator, storyteller, poet, and author of Healing Out Loud.

This immersive two-hour workshop is designed to ignite your creativity by exploring the connections between food and identity. Through interactive games, guided journaling, and fun writing exercises, we’ll unearth the stories behind your most cherished food memories and craft them into beautiful writing. From the spices of your ancestors to the comfort of your childhood kitchen, every bite holds a story waiting to be told.

Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, this workshop welcomes everyone with open arms. Together, we’ll explore how food intertwines with literary art, honoring our roots while fostering connection within our supportive community. Come join us for a nourishing and inspiring experience that will leave your taste buds and creativity tingling!

This is a FREE event and space is limited so sign up today by sending us a DM via this account. Thank you to the Impact Project Grant for making this workshop possible!

10/05/2024

JOIN US TODAY! Live on Instagram at 12 noon.

Our Publisher, Davina Ferreira, will be having a conversation with author, Judy Stella, about her new book, Reverence: Echoes of Healing and Gratitude.

Don’t miss it! 📖❤️

10/05/2024

Cristina Rivera Garza's memoir "El invincible Verano de Liliana" has earned her the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for memoir and autobiography. Originally published in Mexico in 2021, the book serves as a poignant denunciation of the feminicide of her sister, Liliana, who was tragically murdered in 1990.

The Pulitzer committee hailed the book for its poignant exploration of loss and its unwavering determination to seek justice for Liliana's untimely death.

09/05/2024

“El poder de creer lo que quieres” by author of Magia Tu: Notas mentales de luz ✨

A beautiful poem about transformation and opening your mind.

07/05/2024

The daily struggle for all Latinas in the U.S., who feels this way? 🙋🏽‍♀️

03/05/2024

Save the date for Saturday, May 25th, for our upcoming workshop:

"Heritage Bites: A Feast for the Soul, A Canvas for Creativity" with Diana Medina.

Get ready to savor the flavors of home and transform them into masterpieces! Join us for a workshop led by Diana Medina, an educator, storyteller, poet, and author of Healing Out Loud.

This immersive two-hour workshop is designed to ignite your creativity by exploring the connections between food and identity. Through interactive games, guided journaling, and fun writing exercises, we'll unearth the stories behind your most cherished food memories and craft them into beautiful writing. From the spices of your ancestors to the comfort of your childhood kitchen, every bite holds a story waiting to be told.

Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this workshop welcomes everyone with open arms. Together, we'll explore how food intertwines with literary art, honoring our roots while fostering connection within our supportive community. Come join us for a nourishing and inspiring experience that will leave your taste buds and creativity tingling!

This is a FREE event and space is limited so sign up today by sending us a DM via this account. Thank you to the Impact Project Grant for making this workshop possible!

02/05/2024

Book to movie adaptation are always hard, let’s face it, the book is always better, but what is that movie that actually got it right in your opinion?

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