Now on display in in Otero Hall at Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, this collection of historic and contemporary portraits presents the work of photographers Jorge Angulo, Carlos Licón, Juan Luis Fernández, Claudia Platt and Juan Casanova and their excursions to the diverse parts of Sonoran to rescue images of “who we were and who we are.” A mosaic of working class, peasant and middle class families, this work is a window into the evolution of Sonoran families and the role of photography as a record of the history of family.

Click here for more information on Tubac Presidio State Historic Park  Admission to the exhibit is included with park admission $5 adult, $2 youth 7-13, children free.

The Friendly House Scholars Program awards scholarships to incoming freshmen attending one of the ten Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) schools.  The 2012 Friendly House Scholars were acknowledged and honored at a special event at the Hyatt Regency.

For more details, go to: http://www.friendlyhouse.org/events/91-2013-friendly-house-scholars-recognition-awards

Join Ritmo Latino at their CD release show!! 

They are proud to announce the release of their new CD “A Gozar” to the public, fans, and followers!! Join them for a great Latin spiced night of great Art, drinks, dancing, & plenty of great music!! 

Friday, June 21, 2013
Last Exit Live
717 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85004

Opening Act:
Gustavo Angeles-Guitar, Vocals

Ritmo Latino:
Andres Martinez-Lead Vocal, Guitar
Marcos Crego-Piano
Jesse Joaquin Parker-Congas
Emerson Laffey-Timbales
Jeff Jones-Sax, Flute
Marcus E. Weeden-Bass

Doors: 8:00 pm / Show: 9:00 pm
Last Exit Live
$10.00 (FREE CD with ticket purchase)
For tickets visit: http://www.lastexitlive.com/event/281587-ritmo-latino-cd-release-show-phoenix/

The Latino Institute presents its Annual Back to School and Health Fair. Featuring free backpacks for the first 1000 children (grade school age only).  Over 50 informational tables covering back to school resources, recreation and lifestyle for families. Health screenings and free immunizations. Entertainment, free light lunch and fun activities for all ages. An ending plenary is designed to open up discussions for the surrounding neighborhood with panel members in specialty areas such as parks services, law, health, school issues, consumer products and much more. For information contact Carmela Ramirez at 602 262-7424, e-mail at carmela.ramirez@phoenix.gov.

For more information, go to: http://phoenix.gov/parks/culture/cultural/latino.html

We are pleased to announce our 40th annual “Fiesta del Tlaquepaque,” a celebration of Mexican Independence Day, Saturday, September 14th, 2013. The charming plazas, patios, and streets of Tlaquepaque will be dressed in a festive wash of color, music, and dancing in the spirit of old Mexico. The lively mariachis, the heart-pounding rhythms and beats of Flamenco dancers, and the mouth-watering tastes of Mexico will fill the day.
For more information, go to: http://www.tlaq.com/event/detail/id/6 or call (928) 282-4838

Over the course of the two-month valley-wide celebration, audiences and participants enjoyed the vibrant artistic, musical and culinary offerings of the regional Latino community through various exhibits, concerts, street fairs and more.

For more information, go to their website.

Spirits will connect at the Mesa Arts Center’s annual Dìa de los Muertos Festival - a community celebration complete with a community altar, live music and performances.   

The Day of The Dead festival will also feature delicious food, a mercado featuring an assortment of Dìa de los Muertos merchandise, jewelry, arts & crafts, the Bookmans Family Activity Area, and more.  Festival admission and parking are free.

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The Museum comes to life for Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead, an ancient Mesoamerican holiday held throughout Mexico, Latin America, and the Southwest. More than a dozen Flagstaff families create ofrendas (altars) to display in the Museum’s courtyard. Learn about Day of the Dead traditions and the role of Hispanics in northern Arizona’s history. Enjoy mariachi music, arts, and storytelling. Learn about migration and the blending of cultural traditions. A celebration of all people of Latino and Hispanic origin, this festival is a colorful and vibrant expression of community.

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