Author to read children’s book

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Garcia will read and sign his latest children’s book, “Grandma Lale’s Magical Adobe Oven,” from 1-3 p.m. today.

The horno has been a central part of every home in the Americas, especially Hispanic and Native American homes of New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment. This is the story of 9-year-old Junie Lopez, his grandma Lale, and her magical adobe oven.

Jane Butel will discuss and sign “Jane Butel’s Quick & Easy Southwestern Cookbook” and “Jane Butel’s Fiesta!” from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 22.

When it comes to Southwestern cuisine, no one can hold a candle to the innovative and simply delicious style of best-selling author Jane Butel, one of the most renowned cooks in her field. In these pages, she has created more than 100 intensely flavorful recipes that take the worry and work out of cooking authentic Southwestern cuisine. And because you can never be too healthy or have too much extra time on your hands, each of these mouthwatering recipes is low-fat, healthful and quick and easy.

Treasure House Books & Gifts is at 2012 South Plaza NW in Old Town. Call 2427204.

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WORKS: Journey Santa Fe will present “The Wild Guide: Passport to New Mexico Wilderness” by Bob Julyan at 11 a.m. today. Collected Works is at 202 Galisteo St. in Santa Fe. Call 505-988-4226.