LACU NUEVAS. 1 JUNIO, 2006. Weekly e-bulletin. Latin American Cultural Union (LACU). www.lacunet.org. In 2006, LACU is celebrating 20 years of Latinos in Pittsburgh since 1986. Save the Date:  September 23, 2006: Hilton Hotel. 6TH Annual GALA- A Celebration of LACU’s 20^th anniversary and Hispanic Heritage Month. The largest gathering of the Latino Spirit in Pittsburgh!!

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LACU Monthly meeting. Friday, June 2. 6:00pm. LACU Office. REUNION MENSUAL DE LACU, Viernes, 2 de junio a las 6:00pm. Oficina de LACU. 235 Atwood St. Oakland. Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Everyone is welcome. Todos estan bienvenidos. www.lacunet.org

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I am writing to remind you that the deadline to send contributions (articles and/or notes) to be published at LACU's NOTICIERO, Jul-Sep issue, is June 1.  NOTICIERO is the newletter of the Latin American Cultural Union and has the goal of serving the Latino community in SWPA and also to let the whole region's community know about different Latin American subjects.  

NOTICIERO publishes all kind of topics (health, culture, arts, social, community, international, sports, gastronomy, organizations, etc.) other than political opinion or personal attacks. Articles must have an extension of maximum 400 words in both languages, Spanish and English. Notes must have an extension of about 100 words, in either Spanish or English. Manuscripts must be sent in a file attached to an e-mail message. Pictures are welcome. Hope to receive your contributions pretty soon. Thank you very much, Jorge Enrique Delgado.  NOTICIERO's Editor

noticiero@lacunet.org or  www.lacunet.org .

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Lilly Abreu Singing Shows: Tuesday, June 1^st. "The Songs I Love ... by Gershwin and Jobim"
Thursday June 1 • 7pm   (Reception to follow). Founders’ Room - James Laughlin Music Center, Chatham College, Woodland Road. Pittsburgh, PA 15232.
Sunday, June 4: Pittsburgh Concert Society Alumni Concert. • 2 pm. Kresge Recital Hall, Carnegie Mellon University. http://www.pittsburghconcertsociety.org
Fridays, June 2 and 23 : -I will be back at the sophisticated Jacksons Restaurant-Rotisserie-Bar in  the Southpointe. The wonderful John Garrick will be at the piano. Live Music from 8 pm to 11pm. http://www.experiencejacksons.com/  Visit my website- http://www.lillyabreu.com

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Entrepreneurial Thursdays con Jessica Lee.(www.jessicaleesong.com); June1, 2006 at the Dowe’s on 9^th Street in downtown Pittsburgh. 5:30-8pm. Theme:"Downtown Real Estate - creating a live/work neighborhood in the heart of the City. FeaturedPanelists: 

1.Doug Skowron, President - DJS Ventures, Inc. 2.Michael Polite, President - Ralph Falbo, Inc(www.151firstside.com).    3.Fran Escalante - No Wall Productions (See www.nowall.com).      4.Charles Fetrow, President, Rivercity Restorations, LLC (See www.rivercityflats.com).      5.Janet Brown, business manager, Lincoln Properties, ( See www.lincolnapts.com).  6.Tom Yargo, Vice President - Coldwell Banker

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Conferencia Anual de Empresarios y Emprendedores. Jueves, 8 de Junio. Raul Valdez-Perez de la compania www.vivisimo.com sera uno de los oradores principales. Duquesne University Campus. Costo: $119.00. Habran mas de 40 sesiones en un solo dia. Todo lo que necesitas saber para empezar un negocio o para hacer crecer tu negocio. Inscripción: 412-396-6233. duqsbdc@duq.edu Visita http://www.sbdc.duq.edu/egc2006/home.htm

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WRCT 88.3 FM - Revista Radial Latinoamericana/Latin American Radio Magazine

News, sports, politics, local, social, cultural, recreational events, and the best Latin American music. Dates: Every Thursday. Time: 6:05 - 7:00 p.m.  Send any special announcements that you would like aired to:  Miguel Rojas Sotelo: rojaszotelo@hotmail.com, or Martha Mantilla: martham@pitt.edu, or call 412 521 8651

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Learn Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish Conversation Practice, as well as Clases de Ingles para los que hablan otro idioma, y Tertulias. $3.00 per class/day. Wednesdays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Tango Cafe, 5806 Forward Avenue, Squirrel Hill. Contact: 412 421 1390, www.TangoCafePgh.com

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English as a Second Language (ESL). All levels welcome. Dates: Every Thursday. Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Location: First Trinity Evangelical-Lutheran Church, 535 N. Neville Street, Oakland

Contact: 412 683 4121, ERA@FirstTrinity.net 

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Want to help in the GALA PLANNING COMMITTEE? Meetings are at the Panera Bread. Blvd. of the Allies, Oakland. (Free Parking). Need help on different tasks / Deseas Ayudar en la Planeacion de la GALA? Contact gala@lacunet.org

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Campamento de Verano en Espanol. Ninos de 1 a 3 anos. En mi propia guarderia. SAlida 8B-Wilkinsburg Exit de 376 highway. Precios comodos. Call me, telefono: 412-377-3346.  mayela334@gmail.com. Mayela Taylor.

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We are currently seeking Partner Organizations to host Allies (Interns) for a ten-month period to begin this fall. Allies will be responsible for projects that have a substantial impact on their host organization and community.  Lindsey Anderson, Public Allies Program Manager for the Coro Center for Civic Leadership. (412) 208–0250 or landerson@coro.org

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The Institute of International Art and Languages ( IIAL) is looking for a Portuguese artist/teacher to teach Portuguese through : Music , Dance,Visual art or Culinary art (depending on your talent)
The position will be open in the fall for evening hours (1 :30 hour or 3 :00 hours per week)
If you are interested, please email : info@InstituteIAL.com

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Allegheny County Medical Society symposium. “Diversity in the Professions: Challenges and Solutions” Friday, June 2, 2006. 8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.  Herberman Conference Center, UPMC Cancer Pavilion, Shadyside Hospital. 5150 Centre Avenue. Lisa M. Goetz, PhD 412-321-5030

lgoetz@acms.org

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Soccer World Cup Kickoff Party at Azul Restaurant and Bar in Shadyside on June 9^th! The band “NATIOINBEAT” comes from New York!!!. A touch of Brazilian carnaval with Global Beats + Soccer music. www.arrepiabrasil.org

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les recomiendo vean este video esta super!! Colombia Country.

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXMZQ8gY3WU

 

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Sabado Latino Infantil-Country of Focus: Venezuela- Bring your kids for the Spanish experience!!!. Saturday, June 24, 2006. Time:  2:00 – 5:00pm.  Place: Toy Lending Library.  5401 Center Ave. Rear. Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA 15232.  (412) 628-4430. Bilingual interactive play, crafts, dance and more. There will be a small taste of Venezuela served. Please bring a non-alcoholic drink to share. Program is in Spanish - All ages welcome! Gloria Ransom at (412) 576-2510 gloriarodzransom@hotmail.com  or  www.lacunet.org

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Information Coordinator Job. Professional needed to work with the System of Care Initiatives (SOCI), which is a comprehensive program of mental health and other support services.

Information coordinator will work to facilitate data collections, analysis and reporting relevant to the System of Care Initiative sites. Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in research, information management or similar field, plus experience in data collection and analysis and managing information, preferably in the social services field and/or in a community based setting. Submit resume and cover letter stating position title and referral source to: Diversified Care Management

Attn: April Flanigan, Regional Enterprise Tower. 425 Sixth Avenue, Suite 270. Pittsburgh, PA .15219. Fax: (412) 261-5582. Email: careers@greatlakesresearch.com

Website: http://www.greatlakesresearch.com

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#323     Government Affairs Specialist.  DUTIES: Functions as Gateway’s primary Medicare contact for regulatory affairs that involve the various governmental agencies that oversee Gateway's operations (collectively, "Regulators").  A Bachelors degree in or equivalent training in healthcare or related field preferred.  Joann Straessley. HR Assistant. Human Resources
412/255-4231  JStraessley@gatewayhealthplan.com

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La Unión Cultural Latinoamericana (LACU) es una organización voluntaria, sin fines de lucro y que cuenta con el status 501(c)(3) donaciones son deducibles de impuestos.  La misión es promover y preservar las diversas manifestaciones culturales latinoamericanas en la región de Pittsburgh a traves del boletín bi-mensual, bilingue, “Noticiero”, el programa para niños  “Sábado Latino Infantil”, conversación inglés-castellano, acceso a grupos musicales latinos, bailes típicos, la GALA Latina, y eventos culturales.  LACU NUEVAS es un boletin electronico semanal que llega a los miembros de LACU para mantenerlos informados de las actividades latinoamericanas en la region de Pittsburgh. Tel.412-396-5670.

***Hagase miembro de LACU. Tarifas Anuales: : $10 estudiantes; ;  $15 individuos; $25 familias; $50-Non-profits; $100-Empresas. Enviar por correo a: LACU,  PO BOX 19403, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Se toman avisos publicitarios en Noticiero. Erika Wirkkala, Presidente de LACU. Luis Montano, Vice-Presidente, Fernando Cardoza, Tesorero. 2005-2007. http://www.lacunet.org

 

The Latin American Cultural Union (LACU), is a volunteer, non-profit, 501©(3), tax-deductible organization whose mission is to promote the cultural traditions of Latin America in Pittsburgh through Spanish conversations, a bilingual publication “Noticiero”, the “Sabado Latino program”, authentic dances, arts, the Latino GALA, food, and cultural lectures.  Practice Your Spanish!!!. Info. 412-396-5670.  LACU NUEVAS is a weekly electronic bulletin for the LACU members to keep them informed about the Latin American activities in the Pittsburgh region.   ***Become a LACU member***:  Annual Fees $10-students;  $15-individuals;  $25-families; $50-Non-Profits; $100-Corporations.  Mail it to:  LACU,  PO BOX 19403,  Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Advertise in Noticiero. Erika Wirkkala, President. LACU, Luis Montano, Vice-President, Fernando Cardoza, Treasurer. 2005-2007. www.lacunet.org

 

In 2006, LACU is celebrating 20 years in Pittsburgh since 1986!!! Join the celebration in September 23, 2006 at the Hilton Hotel. Info. gala@lacunet.org