Dj Darilov spins the best of Spanish Rock, Latin Pop, Brazilian, Arabic, Salsa and Mereque classics, Techno and more. He’s been around for a while and draws a dedicated crowd who like to boogie down in intimateKañas Tapas bar every Friday night. Come early and try the delicious Tapas and Sangria. “La rumba is a fun and personal affair filled with beautiful people dancing the night away.” Venue website:  http://www.kanatapasbar.com/ WHEN: Every Friday from 11:00pm to 4:00am WHERE: Kana Tapas Bar & Restaurant I 324 Spring St New York, NY 10013

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    Selections from the Neuberger Museum of Art A selection of art work from the Neuberger Museum of Art will be on display at the 1285 Avenue of the Americas Art Gallery to celebrate fifty years of Latin American Arts.  Works from contemporary and modern Mexican artists such as Betsabeé Romero, Manuel Álvarez Bravo, José Luis Cuevas, Nicolás De Jesús, Rufino Tamayo and José Clemente Orozco will be on display.   When: On View from February 28 to May 30, 2012 Gallery hours: Monday – Friday 8am to 6pm Where: 1285 Avenue of the Americas Art Gallery (Between 51st and 52nd Streets)

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13th HAVANA FILM FESTIVAL NEW YORK (HFFNY) takes place April 12-20, with special events April 20th at the Bronx Museum of the Arts, and April 20-22 at the Museum of the Moving Image in Queens. HFFNY features more than 50 highly anticipated and influential films from and about Latin America, the Caribbean, and Latinos in the U.S. including Cuba, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Peru, Venezuela and the U.S. They span a variety of genres and themes, ranging from comedy, thrillers, action, drama and documentaries to children’s tales, as well as films from and about indigenous peoples from Guatemala, Colombia and Bolivia.  A complete schedule of events and venues will be available at www.hffny.com What: HFFNY is a highly anticipa ...

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Ballet Hispanico pays tribute to the richness of its Latino roots—and the diverse talents of the company’s dancers—with a Joyce season that features African and Caribbean influences. Highlights include the world premiere of Espiritu Vivo, created especially for Ballet Hispanico by Ronald K. Brown and set to live music by Afro-Peruvian Latin Grammy winner Susana Baca; and the Joyce premiere of Asuka, Artistic Director Eduardo Vilaro’s first work for the company, an exuberant homage to salsa legend Celia Cruz.  A trio of alternately edgy and theatrical works from Annabelle Lopez Ochoa—including the New York premiere of Nube Blanco—captures the emotional range of the company, while the program sees a revival of Pedro Ruiz’s Guajira and the return of repertory gem Tito on Tim ...

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A family-friendly concert with Carlos Franzetti’s family Latin opera “Gauchito & the Pony”, exploring the musical styles of 10 different Latin American countries told by narrator, singers, the orchestra and multi-media projections. The commissioned world premiere of “1001 Voices: a Symphony for Queens” is a three-movement symphony that reflects the ideas of transformation, migration and finding home; fusing instrumental music, poetic text and song via the orchestra, ethnic instruments, actors, visual projections and a 190-voice choir comprised of The Queens College Choral Society and Queens College Choir under the direction of James John. “1001 Voices” is composed by Frank London (of the Klezmatics), libretto & actor Judith Sloan (co-creator of “Crossing the BLVD”), visuals by Warr ...

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Felipe Galindo presents “No Man Is a Desert Island”, an exhibition of cartoons from his newly released book of the same title. The exhibition features a selection of approximately 50 humorous drawings created in watercolor and ink on paper and in digital media and published around the world (The New Yorker, The New York Times, Reader’s Digest, The Wall Street Journal, Mad, Nickelodeon, Barron’s; in the British publications Private Eye, Oldie, The Spectator and Prospect, and many others.) Felipe Galindo (Feggo) is a Mexican-born, New York-based, award-winning artist who creates humorous work in a variety of media, including cartoons, illustrations, animations, fine art, and public art.  His cartoons and drawings appear in many publications around the world. Recently, Feggo received the 2nd ...

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In 2012, for the very first time, Las Vegas will host the NCLR Annual Conference and National Latino Family Expo from July 7 through July 10! The NCLR Annual Conference has consistently been the gathering location for Latino leaders, influencers, business leaders, elected officials, and community organizers in the country, and provides the ultimate opportunity to learn about current issues in education, health, workforce development, youth leadership, nonprofit management, policy updates, and other topics that impact not only Latinos but all American communities.. Las Vegas is home to more than half a million people, with Latinos making up approximately 37% of the population. In addition, the Latino population in Nevada has grown 81% from 2000 to 2010. Not only a world-class destination fo ...

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Welcome to the festival of Merengue – Salsa – Cumbia – Tango ! This colorful and exciting festival celebrates music that includes Latin Pop, Rock, Salsa, Reggaeton, Merngue, as well as the music of the Americas, the Caribbean and Espana.  The Festival also features an Art Fair and delicious food from some of Chicago finest restaurants. When: Thursday, August 4th to Sunday, September 18th Where: 337 East Randolph Street Grant Park Museums Chicago IL, 60601 For moe information click here.

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PAMAR’s annual LACW, now on its 7th edition, reaches out to more than 500,000 individuals through a worldwide promotional and marketing campaign. Many institutions and artists throughout New York City participate hosting presentations of music, dance, film, theater, literature, visual and performing arts from or influenced by the diverse cultures of Latin America. Among them we can mention the American Symphony Orchestra, The World Music Institute, Sotheby’s, Christie’s, Instituto Cervantes, Clemente Soto Velez Educational Center, Carnegie Hall, Museo del Barrio, Americas Society, Cuban Artist Fund, Music Artist Guild, Jose Limon Dance Company, and Repertorio Español. The LACW counts with the support of the Latin Media and Entertainment Commission, the Department of Cultu ...

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Festival Navideno en la Calle Ocho LA 2012 Es orgullosamente el evento Latino de entrega de juguetes más grande en los Estados Unidos en la temporada navideña. Sea parte de este gran festival que se llevará a cabo este 1 & 2 de Diciembre 2012 en la Calle 8, entre la avenida Vermont y la calle Irolo en la ciudad de Los Angeles. Festival Navideno en la Calle Ocho LA is proud to be one of the largest Latino events and toy distributions during the holiday seasons. Be part of this great festival that will take place  December 1st and 2nd, 2012 on 8th Street, between Vermont Avenue and Irolo Street in the city of Los Angeles. 3305 WEST 8TH St. Los Angeles, CA 90005 Tel: (213) 388-8291 Fax: (213) 388-4428 For more information, please click here.

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