Our community partners Relámpago del Cielo, Inc. (RDC) will perform an inspiring selection of Mexican Folkloric cultural dances on January 15, 2011 at the Orange Coast College Robert B. Moore Theatre, beginning at 7:00 p.m.RDC is commemorating 35 years of enriching fine and performing arts that combine educational programs for…See More

Carlos Santana will headline “Weaving Moments Together, A Benefit Concert for Dolores Huerta’s 80th Birthday”. The event will be held at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on August 13, 2010. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. – Weaving Movements Expo and then the performances will begin at 7 p.m. in the evening. The concert is being held for the Dolores Huerta Foundation who’s mission is to inspire and motivate people to organize sustainable communities to attain social justice.Special guest hosts will…See More

‘Beyond the Latino World War II Hero: The Social and Political Legacy of a Generation’ which is edited by Maggie Rivas-Rodríguez and Emilio Zamora continues the acknowledgment of Mexican American patriotism as a meaningful force within the Greatest Generation. This latest release focuses on home-front issues and government relations, delving into new arenas of research and incorporating stirring oral histories.These recollections highlight realities such as post-traumatic stress disorder and…See More

Leading Latino Business Association Launching First National Bilingual B2B PlatformThe Hispanic Chamber of E-Commerce is a national online business association focused on promoting Hispanic businesses through the Internet. The HISCEC facilitates transformation of small business to e-business, promotes e-commerce transactions, enables small businesses to interact more closely with customers and suppliers, and promotes distance learning programs to educate its members.Now they are looking to…See More

On Tuesday April 6, the Latino OC 100 reached 400 honorees by recognizing Orange County’s business owners, leaders, teachers, mentors and rising stars of 2009. Ruben Alvarez President and Founder of the nearly 7000 member Stay Connected OC email newsletter (Stay Connected sign-up) realized that overlooking the OC’s most productive Latinos is wrong. Even a magazine that represents Hispanic businesses didn’t even notice Orange County over 5 years ago. Ruben seized on that moment and he went about…See More

It is easy to say that actor Raul Julia would easily belong on the Mount Rushmore of Latino actors on just his body of work alone. Although we lost this fine man on October 24, 1994 at age 54 his work continues to inspire.One such gem is “Romero” (1989/dvd 2009) directed by John Duigan about the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, who made the ultimate sacrifice in a passionate stand against social injustice and oppression in his country. It shows his rise from humble servant of the…See More

The work of Rafael López is a fusion of strong graphic style and magical symbolism. Growing up in Mexico City he was immersed in the rich cultural heritage and native color of street life. Influenced by Mexican surrealism, dichos and myths he developed a style with roots in these traditions. Team OC Gente was introduced to Rafael’s work in the Pat Mora book titled “Book Fiesta” which celebrates “Children’s Book Week”. While visiting Rafael’s website we came across his 2007 U.S.P.S. stamp…See More

It was great to participate in a small part in this year's UCR - 2009 Tomás Rivera Conference with Ligiah Villalobos screening of "La Misma Luna". The day was filled with other events including Chicano Sculptor Adan Avalos, Photographer Michael Sedano who were followed with a screening and Q & A of Villalobos prize-winning film that helped ignite her career. As a rising screenwriter Villalobos is developing a new TV series, writes for HBO, Nick Jr. and has worked for Disney. She also…See More