Each Advent Calendar is $8.75, including postage.
Forests are communities of trees that give us many gifts. As we learn more about them, we realize that these amazing organisms offer us important lessons. As you open the windows you will hear the trees speak and may be inspired by their words of wisdom. Available with French text by request. (Send an email with your order.)
Poetry, music, and dance enrich our lives in many ways. Inviting you to sing, dance, or play an instrument, and live in the present moment, the inspirational messages inside the windows form a poem you may want to memorize. Available with French text by request. (Send an email with your order.)
Clowns play an important part in Pueblo Indian celebrations, adding the healing power of laughter. Traditional Pueblo people see the world differently than we do, and there is much we can learn from them. Behind the windows are animals and other creatures from 11th century Mimbres pottery for children to enjoy, and words for adults to ponder.
Have you ever wanted to sleep through the winter? Many animals do. Learn about bears and their role in Jicarilla Apache culture. Inside the window flaps are both whimsical and serious questions. Available with Spanish and Japanese translations of the text by request. (Send an email with your order.)
Yes, it does rain in the deserts of the Southwest, creating pools on the mesa tops and in the canyons. This calendar celebrates the history and culture of the Diné people and asks thought-provoking questions to reflect on as the year comes to a close. Available with Spanish and Japanese translations of the text by request. (Send an email with your order.)
Walking to the little church in Chimayo (pictured here) is one of many pilgrimages that take place around the world each year. Discover their magic by opening the windows of this multi-faith calendar. Available with French and Japanese translations of the text by request. (Send an email with your order.)
One of our most popular calendars! Inside the windows are words of inspiration from the Quaker tradition, and the accompanying text tells a very interesting story. The Indians who lived in colonial times influenced how we live today in ways you might not realize!
Two families of rabbits exchange visits to celebrate the joys of learning about other lands and cultures. This calendar honors organizations which promote international understanding and help those in need in other countries.
Following paths made by wild animals and Native Americans as well as “El Camino Real” and the Santa Fe and Oregon trails, the West was criss-crossed by travelers on dangerous and exciting journeys. This, our least “religious” calendar, honors the faith and courage it takes to follow your dreams.
Featuring the words of St. Francis of Assisi, his Canticle of the Creatures and Prayer, this calendar shows saints and art from around the world and from throughout history. The accompanying text, in English and Spanish, tells a bit about the santos y santeros of New Mexico. Japanese text available by request. (Send an email with your order.)
This calendar honors the rich, self-sufficient and faith-filled life of the rural Hispanic communities of northern New Mexico and southern Colorado. Much of their traditional culture, including crafts, music and food, has continued relatively unchanged since the 1600’s. Open the windows and see a Las Posadas procession!
Depicting how Pecos Pueblo may have looked under Spanish rule, this calendar celebrates the art of storytelling and Native American history and culture. The words inside the windows are from Native American songs, chants and prayers.
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