What Employers and Supervisors Need to Know * Safety * Communication * OSHA Compliance * Wellness 7th Annual Latinos in the Workplace Conference, March 15th at the Flamingo Hotel. Industries including but not limited to Construction, Manufacturing, Wine,and Hospitality. This conference will provide information for business owners and their middle level managers. Topics covered will include: How to empower your Latino workforce for greater productivity, proper communication, education, wellness, safety initiatives, and help companies better understand Latino culture and belief systems. Latino-style breakfast provided When: Thursday, March 15, 2012 Time: 7:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Where: Flamingo Conference Resort & Spa2777 Fourth St. Santa Rosa, CA Admission: $45 (ECA & NCBE Members),  $5 ...

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Come and enjoy food, arts & crafts, music and children activities from Latin America & the Caribbean. For more information, contact Luz Amanda Hank at lavst12@pitt.edu. Sponsored by the Center for Latin American Studies, the Latin American Cultural Union and Med Health Services & Pittsburgh Cardiovascular Institute. When: Saturday, Mar 31, 2012 Time: 12 pm to 12 am Where: University of Pittsburgh, William Pitt Union, Ballroom, Pittsburgh, PA For more info click here.

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No other artist has been more closely associated with the Hispanic Society of America than the Valencian painter Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida (1863-1923). With the finest collection of works by Sorolla outside of Spain, the Hispanic Society has been a required visit, if not a pilgrimage, for all who admire the “painter of light.” Sorolla’s masterwork Vision of Spain, comprised of 14 monumental oil paintings on canvas depicting the peoples and regions of Spain, has been a museum highlight since it was first exhibited in 1926. Having received the commission for the Hispanic Society in 1911 from its founder, Archer Milton Huntington, over the next eight years Sorolla traveled throughout the regions of Spain, producing hundreds of preparatory sketches before completingVision of Spain in 1919. On ...

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Enjoy Live Entertainment, Authentic Food, Rides, Family Fun, and much more! When: May 4 – 6, 2012 Time: 11am to 11pm Where: Waterfront Park, Portland, OR. 97204 Admission: FREE Friday from 11am to 3pm compliments of Western Union Adults: $8.00  13 and older Child: $4.00 6 years to 12 years Seniors: 62 yrs and older $4.00 Children under 6 years old  -Free For more info click here. Enjoy Live Entertainment, Authentic Food, Rides, Family Fun, and much more!

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Celebrate the 6th annual Fiesta Atlanta on Sunday May 6th, 2012 at Centennial Olympic Park in the heart of Atlanta. Fiesta Atlanta features a daylong Cinco de Mayo celebration, featuring international, national and local recording artists, mariachi music, Mexican folk dancing, a 5K race, youth soccer clinics and sponsor displays with free product samples, arts and crafts and authentic international foods make Fiesta Atlanta a true multicultural celebration! When: Sunday May 6th, 2012 Where: Centennial Olympic Park, Atlanta For more info click here.

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Quinceanera.com Expo and Fashion Show – Los Angeles FREE EVENT When: Sunday, May 20, 2012 Time: 12-5 pm Where: The Shrine Expo Center 700 W. 32nd. St., Los Angeles CA 90007 Hosted by Hilda Gabriela Attention Quinceaneras to be: Attend for a chance to win an iPad or a Quince dress, designed by Raul Corona or Moda 2000. To register, call 1-888-9-Quince or visit www.quinceanera.com  

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The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) National Latino Family Expo is the largest national, culturally relevant consumer fair designed to educate and inform the Latino community and others of products and services. This event provides an opportunity for corporations, agencies, organizations, and businesses to showcase products, services, and programs that positively impact the American Latino community. Unique corporate giveaways, innovative modern displays, educational activities, and live entertainment inform and inspire attendees of all ages. Attendance is free of charge and the expo is open to the general public. Over 200 exhibitors participate and themed pavilions explore key issues within the community as well as celebrate the Latino culture. When: July 7 – 9, 2012 Time: 10:30 ...

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BorderFest Hidalgo, Texas, USA 2/28/2013 – 3/3/2013 Description The Hispanic population is one of the fastest growing and influential segments in the United States, attracting the interest of marketers across the country.   The historic city of Hidalgo is nestled along the banks of the Rio Grande River, just 5 miles from the Mexico border. Aside from being the point of entry for more than 52,000 daily visitors from Mexico, Hidalgo is part of a four-county stretch called the Rio Grande Valley, which is the 10th largest Hispanic DMA in the country. Our market boasts more than 2.8 million people (1.1 million in the Rio Grande Valley, and 1.7 million in the border towns of Mexico). The Valley’s population is 86% Hispanic, and the median age is 27. Aside from this fixed populat ...

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Walk For Health (Ponte en Forma) New York City, New York, USA 4/14/2013 Description We have assembled Politicians, Athletes, School Children, Seniors to use their time for health as an example for others to follow in their footsteps. Past Sponsors have been, State Farm Insurance, Goya Foods, Health First, Bronx Cable, NY Yankees, Bronx Chambers of Commerce, National Puerto Rican Parade Committee, US Census, Bronx Lebanon Hospital Performers Special Athletes, from all sports Venue Roberto Clamente State Park Bronx 301 W Tremont Ave, Bronx, NY 10453 Directions Mejor Degan to Morris Heights. or West Side Hwy to Major Degan stright to Roberto Clamente State Park Bronx. Times 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Admission & Parking Free – to Public Schools and the Serra Club as well other health group ...

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Hispanic Wellness Coalition The mission of the Hispanic Wellness Coalition (HWC) is to provide opportunities for access to health care and information through the Hispanic Wellness Fair and other programs. These activities are designed to increase awareness of all forms of healthcare and healthy living opportunities available and to build relationships with health practitioners and wellness providers. Description The Fair targets the Hispanic community but is open to everyone in need of healthcare services and education. Educational materials are also provided on a variety of health topics. The Fair grows larger every year with 8,000 to 10,000 attendees annually and more expected this year. Screenings include: Immunizations for children • Blood pressure checks • Body fat analysis • Cardiov ...

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