LatinaLista — This year’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month marks 25 years since the federal government officially recognized that Latinos were a segment of the population that deserved positive attention and respect for our contributions, our hard work and our history as US citizens. Yet, on this silver anniversary, it’s made clear that Latinos have [...]
Nation’s national parks getting in on Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations
LatinaLista — Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15-October 15, is in full swing (pardon the pun) but too many think it can only be celebrated in the “Little Mexico” or “Little Havana” sections of a city or at a one-time neighborhood parade, but that’s not true. More and more are learning that not all Latinos have [...]
One failure of Hispanic Heritage Month
LatinaLista — Another Hispanic Heritage Month has come and gone. There were the usual fiestas and celebrations packed into the last 30 days with enough emphasis on promoting worthy role models that it could be considered a big success. Yet, while it’s great to celebrate the heritage, given that the spotlight is squarely focused on [...]
Disney site creates a way for families to share Hispanic Heritage Month
LatinaLista — Yes, we know, everyone is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month but too often we have to leave home to enjoy the celebration. Episodes of Disney’s Handy Manny for preschoolers is available online in Spanish. Well at one Disney site, they actually want families to celebrate at home and is providing recipes, instructions on how [...]
ESPN kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with prime time observance
LatinaLista — The countdown has begun for the annual month-long observance otherwise known as Hispanic Heritage Month. While various media channels are broadcasting special programming that highlight Latinos and our contributions to the US, there are signs that the annual observance has really reached Prime Time. It seems ESPN will “kick off” the special month [...]
