Renowned Mexican-American singer Pepe Aguilar graced the Seattle (Kent Showare) area on Saturday, November 25th, and played to an enthusiastic crowd of mariachi and ranchera music lovers. Aguilar is the son of iconic Mexican singer Antonio Aguilar and music and film star Flor Silvestre. This had been the third time I had seen Aguilar, with…
By Lacey G. Segars AUSTIN- With Valentine’s Day approaching, stores are flooded with people trying to find the perfect gifts and sweets for their loved ones. In America, February 14 is about gift giving, going on dates and celebrating the people we love. This holiday is celebrated differently around the world. Keep reading to learn…
Lina Clar was created by Houstonian and Mexican American, Clarisa Ferreyra, back in December 2019 with her first design, concha earrings she created as a gift for her older sister. Ferreyra, 21 years old, is currently working towards a bachelor’s in Christian studies and has a heart for missions. Ferreyra describes herself as a “serial…
By Laura Donnelly Everyone has a song or a few songs that make them think of someone or something special. Some songs remind us of people we love, others, times we’ve overcome an obstacle. For actress and comedian Cristela Alonzo – she has strung those particular songs together into a memoir producing a soundtrack of…
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which starts September 15th all the way through October 15th, I’ve compiled a list of all the Latino artists set to hit the stage in Austin this fall! SEPTEMBER Jenny and the Mexicats | Sept. 9 at Parish Jenny and the Mexicats are an American Spanish fusion band that…
Latinfest es uno de los eventos más importantes para el Centro de Estudios Latino de la Universidad de Houston Downtown, ya que después de 3 años consecutivos este evento se ha convertido en toda una tradición dentro de la comunidad latina de UHD. Latinfest contó con diversas actuaciones incluyendo, baile folclórico mexicano, danza azteca,…
By Manoela Torres The hollow of lifeless soil Bleeds injustice and punctures lives This scar they sow, so splendidly cruel The scar unties soil It separates blood, lacks life It dissects landscapes, starves dreams This victory of an unpromised land Stabs imperfection and corrupts chained eutopia It absorbs the prayers of the voices that…
The Latinitas mission is to empower all girls to innovate through media and technology, so we want to celebrate women who paved the way for future generations in their respective fields and highlight 5 Latina trailblazers. Here is a list of Latina pioneers and their groundbreaking achievements. 1. Aída de Acosta Aída de Acosta is…
By Natalie Salguero AUSTIN, Tx. — While adjusting to new ways during the pandemic, life has become repetitive and an endless cycle of boredom. Adults and teenagers alike, struggle to find a meaningful balance between family and work. Every day seems the same as the other, leading to a lack of motivation and constant fatigue….
