Sept. 15 thru Oct. 15, 2007

This month the US celebrates the culture and traditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean. Sept. 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration because it is the anniversary of independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on Sept. 16 and Sept. 18.

Latinos are the nation's largest ethnic or race minority.

Celebrate this month by attending local Hispanic Heritage events and fundraisers!

- Viva Las Americas
Saturday, September 15, 2007
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
PIER 39 celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Viva Las Americas.

- Fiestas Patrias
Sunday, September 18, Annual parade in San Jose celebrating Mexico’s independence. The parade begins at Santa Clara and Market Streets and takes place from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

The above are just two of the many events in our area - check your local papers for more events!

Celebrate the richness and diversity of the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Honor local Latino heroes making a difference in the community. Enjoy appetizers, refreshments, live music & entertainment! Hosted by INFOBAYAREA.com

This event is FREE!

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Now more than ever, we, savvy mujeres are pursuing higher education, kudos to us! Recognizing the importance of not only personal, but professional growth thru education is crucial. So if it has been a while since you have hit those libros - here are a few reminders and tips to get you started if you been thinking about it!

Here in the Bay Area we are fortunate to be surrounded by excellent educational institutions from City College of San Francisco to SF & SJ State to Stanford etcera, etcera!

- Check out local community colleges - underserved for resources & offerings - community colleges assist with transfers to university programs and obtaining professional/vocational skill building.

- Check out university extended learning programs - State and UC learning institutions both offer short term professional programs in downtown locations. From certified financial planning to project management programs.

- Meet with a school counselor or your mentor consistently to ensure you stay on track and cheer you on! You WILL need moral support.

- Start ONE class at a time. Be realistic. A full course load and other personal/work responsibilities is NOT smart and a guarantee to burn out! Think balance. Think slow and steady.

- TAKE ON financial assistance. Don't let the 'moola' stand in your way! Can't pay out of pocket? Low interest student loans and flexible payment plans are within your reach. Just make sure you apply your new skills with your soon-to-be fabulous promotion for a return on your educational investment!

Bossa nova beats with sexy, modern arrangements, and tropical sounds - Bebel Gilberto is world reknown and not because of her famous father! US-born Brasilera, Bebel Gilberto has carved out a huge niche of new generation listeners of Bossa Nova and Pop. Her music makes you wanna pack your bags and head to Rio!

'Bebel with Forro In The Dark'
Show starts at 8pm
Tickets are still available at $35

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The morning of August 16th off the coast of southern Peru, an earthquake measuring 7.9 on the Richter has claimed more than 500 lives and caused widespread damage. More than 150, 000 people were affected and mostly in rural areas where resources are scarce.

You're invited to a fundraising party next Wednesday, September 12, at VELVET, 8 pm till closing.

Your donation of $10 or more is appreciated! All funds will be donated to OxFam. Fundraising goal is $2000! Help make this happen!

Daniel Alarcon - award-winning author will be host DJ this night spinning música criolla, samba, salsa and later DJ Flavor Fav will hook up the Rock en Español and 80s hits.

VELVET is located at 3411 MacArthur Blvd at 35th Ave in Oakland's Laurel District, right near the old Farmer Joe's.

Norma's radio program is the most popular in the country, and every week the Indians in the mountains and poor of the barrios listen as she reads the names of those who have gone missing, those whom the furiously expanding city has swallowed. Loved ones are reunited, and the lost are found.

Stunning, timely, and absolutely mesmerizing, Lost City Radio probes the deepest questions of war and its meaning: from its devastating impact on a society transformed by violence to the emotional scarring each participant, observer, and survivor carries with them for years.

About the author -
Daniel Alarcon's fiction and nonfiction have been published in The New Yorker, Harper's, Virginia Quarterly Review, Salon, Eyeshot and elsewhere. He is Associate Editor of Etiqueta Negra, an award-winning monthly magazine based in his native Lima, Peru. His story collection, War by Candlelight, was a finalist for the 2006 PEN/Hemingway Foundation Award, and the British journal Granta recently named him one of the Best Young American Novelists. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including a Fulbright Scholarship (2001), a Whiting Award (2004), and a Guggenheim Fellowship (2007). He lives in Oakland, California, and his first novel Lost City Radio was published in February 2007.

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Catalina Magazine is back in town! Last year, Catalina hosted their 4th Annual "Essence of Latina" Tour in San Francisco with yoga, champagne and goodie bags! SupaSistaLatinas had a blast!

This year you are invited to attend Catalina Magazine's 5th Annual "Essence of Latina" Tour once again in San Francisco! Hear from local Latina leaders - inspirational stories and words of wisdom!

Come rejoice, mingle and relax with complimentary spa treatments!

Space is VERY limited. This event is FREE. RSVP is recommended.
Location will be announced upon receiving RSVP confirmation.

RSVP Here!