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LACU NUEVAS. 15 SEPTIEMBRE, 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. 6TH Annual GALA- A Celebration of LACU’s 20^th anniversary and Hispanic Heritage Month. The largest gathering of the Latino Spirit in Pittsburgh!! December 16, 2006. Hilton Hotel.

La comunidad Latina de Pittsburgh esta de duelo por la ida de Eduardo Lozano, Director de la coleccion latinoamericana de la biblioteca Hillman, Universidad de Pittsburgh. Fallecio el 25 de Agosto, 2006. Pueden enviar sus mas sentidos pesames a la Viuda Billie Lozano.

Mr. Eduardo Lozano, Director of the Latin American collection for the Hillman library, University of Pittsburgh died on August 25, 2006. He is survivied by his wife, Billie Lozano, who is receiving sympathy cards at, 202 Elysian Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-4416.

Fiesta de Independencia Mexicana - La fiesta se realizara el domingo 17 de Septiembre. 3:00 PM en CASTLE SHANNON FIREHALL. Ubicado en 3600 Library RD. Pittsburg PA, 15234 (MEMORIAL FARIHALL). Boletos a la venta: Adultos $ 9.00 dólares, Niños $6.00 y Niño menores de 3 años entran gratis!! Para mayor información llámanos al: TEL. (724) 746-9162 y (724) 743-3757. Email: mviverosc@aol.com MI CASA ES TU CASA VEN Y CELEBREMOS JUNTOS!!!

Need Latin Americans to be part of the Pittsburgh’s Coro Center for Civic Leadership Public Allies Advisory Board. Deseas ser parte de una Directiva? O Board?, aqui esta tu oportunidad para conocer gente. I'd like to get some sort of Latin American Representation on the board!

Public Allies advances diverse young leaders to strengthen communities, nonprofits and civic participation through apprenticeships in nonprofit organizations. In order for this program to succeed, Public Allies would like to invite you to join Public Allies’ advisory board. An advisory board member’s commitment is minimal, but the effect on the program is large. Each advisory board member will be expected to attend quarterly meetings and assist Public Allies Staff. This assistance can take many forms depending upon your interests and strengths; we hope to have advisory board members helping with recruitment, selection, training, and events. Info: abode@coro.org. Audrey Bode, Manager - Regional Internship Center. Phone: 412-258-2686. Fax: 412-201-0672 Website: www.ric-swpa.org

Se necesita ayuda con el Sabado Latino Infantil. Hola! Podran ayudar en el Festival Latinoamericano de 1:00pm a 2:30 con los ninos y el Sabado Latino Infantil? Tal vez solo una media hora cada uno! Dejenme dicho y yo coordino, cool! Sabado, 30 de Septiembre. Gracias de antemano!, Gloria J. Rodriguez-Ransom (412) 576-2510. gloriarodzransom@hotmail.com

1^ST VANGUARD MORTGAGE COMPANY is proud to serve the Pittsburgh Latin American community! 1-888-906-1212. All lenders are NOT created equal. As your PERSONAL MORTGAGE CONSULTANTS, we can provide: FREE Same-day pre-approvals, 100% financing, First-time homebuyer counseling, and FREE Credit repair services. Mortgage options include Residential purchase and refinance, Commercial and small business, Second homes and investment properties, Construction, etc. Spanish-speaking loan officers are available to assist you. Work with a lender that prides itself on earning – and keeping – your trust. 1^st VANGUARD MORTGAGE COMPANY. 1-888-906-1212. Frick Building, 437 Grant Street, Suite 918, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Visit our website: www.1stvanguard.com.

ALLEGHENY EYE CENTER. (AEC). Dr. Jorge C. Bruno, MD.

846 California Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15202

Tel. 412-766-4800

Fax. 412-766-5514

www.alleghenyeye.com

DEDICADO A LA SALUD DE TUS OJOS.

Cirugía de Cataratas, Laser, Glaucoma, Experiencia y Excelencia profesional por 30 años.

Examinacion completa de ojos.

Lo esperamos para cualquier consulta en Espanol, Ingles e Italiano.

Discussion on the Impact of

U.S.

Travel Policy on Cuban-American Families. Led by representatives from the Latin American Working Group and the Washington Office on Latin America. Saturday, September 16, 2006 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Lower Lounge of the William Pitt Union (3959 Fifth Avenue) University of Pittsburgh Oakland Campus Free Admission Open to the Public. Opening Night Reception - Friday, September 15, 2006, from 5-8 p.m.LOVE, LOSS & LONGING: The Impact of U.S. Travel Policy on Cuban-American Families opens at 709 Penn Gallery. The exhibit will continue to tour nationally through the end of 2007. Visit http://www.lawg.org/countries/cuba/exhibit_calendar.htm for the schedule.

Salsa on Saturday, September 16 for all ages at Pasqualino’s Italian Eatery (724)733-0300. 4608 William Penn Highway Murrysville, PA 15668. from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Sponsored by:
Bacardi, Proland, Casa de Plata, Bulova, www.LetsDanceSalsa.com Cover Charge:$10.00 person

Free Adult and Pediatric Dermatology Clinic Saturday September 16th – Clinica Birmingham, 10 AM to 12:30 PM. Salvation Army (Centro de Donaciones) 54 S. 9th Street South Side Pittsburgh, PA 412-692-4706 - 412-481-7900 Ext. 281 Free Pediatric and Immunization Clinics: Saturdays September 23rd, October 28th, November 18th and December 2nd - 4th Hispanic / Latino Car Seat Check in Oakland October 15th 1 to 4 pm. - Fore more information or to make an appointment for one of our next Hispanic / Latino Car Seat Check call 412-692-6000 option 8. Dr. Diego Chaves-Gnecco.

Nonprofit voter training set for Constitution Day, next Monday, 9/18, 9:00am at the Union Project. The training will be led by one of the leaders in this field, Jorge Saavedra, of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits - who also happens to be one of the national leaders in voter training within the Latino community. Union Project is located at 801 North Negley Avenue, Stanton at Negley Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Light breakfast will be served. For more information call 412-361-1111 or visit www.everybodyvote.org

The 27th Annual Latin American & Caribbean Festival – Sept. 30, 2006. Come and enjoy music, food, dance, and children’s activities from Latin America and the Caribbean. The Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS) and the Carnegie Museum of Natural History (CMNH) are sponsoring the life-size paintings, Mayan Procession, by Winifred Godfrey (the featured artist at the festival this year). Time: 1:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Location: William Pitt Union, University of Pittsburgh. For more information: Luz Amanda Villada by e-mail at lavst12@ucis.pitt.edu, phone at 412 648 7394 or visit http://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/ for updated information. Sponsored by The Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS), Latin American Cultural Union (LACU), and Carnegie Museum of Natural History (CMNH). www.lacunet.org

Save the date! "Al Servicio de la Comunidad" ("Serving the Community") a great information fair and community event with booths and talks about health, social service, financial, cultural and employment organizations and much more... Don't Miss it! Sunday Oct. 8, 2006, from 12:30 to 5 p.m., St. Hyacinth Church, 3201 Craft Place, Oakland (the back of the church is across the Hampton Inn of the Boulevard of the Allies). Organized by the Latino Catholic Community of Pittsburgh. Sponsors: El Centro Hispano, PNC bank, El Centro para la Salud de las Minorías, Glaxo Smith-Kline y el consulado de México en Filadelfia. Info: documetp@yahoo.com

LACU invites you to register for the LACU team for "World Quest", REGISTRATE en el equipo de LACU para jugar “World Quest”, we need more players (¡mas participantes por favor!). Please contact (Elizabeth Crum, crume@qvsd.org). MIERCOLES, 1 DE NOVIEMBRE. 5:30pm. The William Penn Hotel. Gracias... From: Elizabeth Crum crume@qvsd.org www.lacunet.org

Event: End of Summer Outdoor Salsa Party. Date: Sunday, 10 September 2006. Time: 4:00PM to 9:00PM. Location: Baja Bar and Grill, Fox Chapel Yacht Club, 1366 Old Freeport Road

Admission: Free. This is a FREE dance on a large covered deck with a view of the marina. Free beginner lessons: Merengue at 4:00; Salsa at 4:30. Dance from 5:00 - 9:00 pm to music by DJ Jeff Shirey. Because this dance is on a deck, flat shoes, dance sneakers or "chunky" heeled shoes are recommended. Free parking, no cover charge.

Seminar on H1-B Visa on Sept. 26, from 8:30am to 1:00pm. The workshop will be held in the Duquesne University Student Union, in the Duquesne Room. There will be an attorney from Cohen & Grigsby, Mr. Matthey Phillips, one executive or company owner that has recently obtained H1-B visas for some of their employees, one foreign national student who has recently graduated with a Master's Degree and whose employer obtained a H1-B visa for him/her. Also there will be several graduating international students there who are interested in staying and working in the Pittsburgh region. Attendees will be provided with a continental breakfast and lunch. Fee: $35.00. Interested parties can RSVP to the Duquesne University Chrysler Corp. Small Business Development Center (SBDC) by calling 412-396-6233 or e-mailing duqsbdc@duq.edu

27 de Set. Seminario sobre Exportaciones: Regulaciones, Licencias, Documentacion, envio por barco, courier, NAFTA. Todo un dia de 8-5pm. Se daran Certificados de la Universidad de Duquesne por atender a este taller mas un libro como referencia. Lugar: Rockwell Hall, Universidad de Duquesne. Precio: $299. (2 o mas personas de la misma empresa, pagan $249 cada uno). Tel. 412-396-6233. www.duq.edu/sbdc

The next meeting for the Hispanich Employment Planning Committee (HEPC) from the Federal Gov. will be September 28, 2006 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. The location will again be the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Allegheny River Room located in Room 2102 on the 21st Floor of the Federal Building. The phone number for the room is (412)395-7265. Don’t Forget that October 12 Hispanic Month luncheon will be at Mallorca Restaurant. The keynote speaker, Lizabeth Ardisana, is from Michigan. Info. Michael.DeStefano@netl.doe.gov

29 de Set. Desayunos Internacionales - Mesa Redonda: Brokers, Importaciones, Incoterms, cotizaciones, embalajes internacionales. Ultimo Viernes de cada mes. 8-10am. $15.00. Tel. 412-396-6233.

I would like to invite you to join me for a new event being offered by Pittsburgh Young Professionals. The President's Wine and Cheese, hosted as an Elbow to Elbow event at the Rivers Club, is a great way to learn about PYP and its benefits to both young professionals and the Pittsburgh Region. Wednesday, September 27 - 5:30 - 7:30 PM. Rivers Club, Downtown elizabeth.c.sanchez@gmail.com

Eres inmigrante y deseas abrir tu propio negocio?, Hablamos tu idioma. Program to help Immigrants Open Businesses in Pittsburgh!!! Consulting in different foreign languages. Contacta al PIE. Pittsburgh Immigrants Entrepreneurs (PIE). Martha Benson. bensonm@duq.edu Tel. 412-396-6233.

The Diversity Business Resource Center (DBRC) is a newly created business resource center that provides a single point of contact for minority, women, and other disadvantaged business owners who seek information and referrals to sustain and grow their businesses. To learn more, contact Christina Jumba at 412-322-3272 or visit our website at www.dbrconline.org.

Habana-Merida-Chicago: A Journey to Freedom. The exciting story of an immigrant who broke the chains of oppression. Antonio Morales-Pita, Ph.D. Book signing and selling at Robert Morris University, Ann & Alvin Rogal Family Chapel. Thursday, September 28, 2007. 7:00pm. Many thanks, Mike Rick. Robert Morris University. Director of Public Relations. Rick@rmu.edu

Con Mujeres: Un programa dirigido a mujeres que han encontrado obstáculos para recibir servicios ginecológicos de calidad. El Primer Jueves de Cada Mes desde las 12:00 - 3:30 P.M.

Sin Necesidad de Cita Previa. Será atendida por una persona en español con horario de 1:00 – 4:00 P.M. el primer jueves de cada mes. 2825 Penn Avenue (En “The Strip District”) 412-321-6880. www.midwifecenter.org

The International Women's Association of Pittsburgh meets on Thursday mornings from 9:30AM – 11:30AM, September through May, at the First Baptist Church on Bellefield Avenue. (Please note that IWAP is NOT a church group; the Organization merely uses the church rooms to meet.) Sharon Deacon, Rachel Schofield, Publicity Coordinators, International Women’s Association of Pittsburgh. 111 Quail Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238. Tel: 412-967-9568.

Register to Vote. The deadline for registration for this year's elections is October 10. And, strongly encourage everyone to go out and vote on November 7. www.gacla.state.pa.us

Inbound Financial Sales Consultant PNC Bank has multiple positions available for qualified individuals with excellent sales and customer service experience to join our National Financial Services Center. Base salary, including a 10% shift differential will range from $23,600 - $30,690, Spanish skills are a plus! Submit your resume to www.pnc.jobs and use requisition # 459427. Carla Andrea C. Leininger, www.pnc.jobs Tel: (412) 762-3478. Fax: (412) 762-3179. Talent Sourcing Analyst. Western Region Client Services. One PNC Plaza. 249 Fifth Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
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Guidelines to post an ad at LACU NOTICIERO, the bilingual newsletter of the Latin American Cultural Union -LACU-. Being a member of the Latino Roundtable initiative, which gathers together other Latino organizations and individuals in South Western Pennsylvania, LACU is working to become NOTICIERO the newsletter of the Latino community in the region.

NOTICIERO circulates quarterly (Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec) and publishes articles and news about the Latin American community as well as other topics of interest in the region, the nation and abroad. The goal of NOTICIERO is to inform not only the Latino audience but also the community in general regarding what’s going on amid Latinos. NOTICIERO has print and on-line editions. The audience of NOTICIERO includes around 5000 readers among members and friends existing in LACU database, people consulting the on-line version through www.lacunet.org/noticiero.htm, and people reading the print issues circulating in Mexican and Latino restaurants, colleges/universities, libraries and the distribution lists of our partner organizations (5000 readers approximately). NOTICIERO also publishes advertisements. The fees to post an ad are as follows: *

If you or your company/organization is interested in posting an advertisement at NOTICIERO, please send inquiry to Chief Editor LACU, PO Box 19403, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, or to noticiero@lacunet.org. Payment in full must be submitted prior to the 15th of the month. Make a check payable to LACU Noticiero, PO Box 19403, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Please mail your payment and e-mail the artwork (preferably in Power Point and in the size intended to publish).

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. Listen the interviews of Emily Pinkerton, singer ethnomusicologist, and Monica Aveni-Ranii, Argentinean Catering and Fall Cooking Classes.

Argentinean Catering" Presents: Fall cooking classes When: September 23^rd Time : 11 am to 1 pm Where: 1437 Jefferson Heights Rd. Pgh. Pa 15235 Learn how to cook delicious & easy Latin, Italian & Argentinean recipes in a fun environment. Refreshments and tapas will be served.

We also have culinary prices and printed recipes. $15.00 p/p. Please send checks to: Monica Aveni-Ranii. To reserve your seat, space is limited. For more info call: 412-824-9667

U.S.

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Annual Conference: Sept. 20-23, 2006. Philadelphia, PA. www.ushcc.com

Third Annual Latino Identity Reaffirmation Day, "Honoring the Contributions of

Ecuador

October 12, 2006, Capitol Rotunda, 12:00 Noon. Gladys González. Administrative Assistant, Governor's Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs. ggonzalez@state.pa.us Tel. 717-783-3877 or 1-800-233-1407 (PA Only). Website: www.gacla.state.pa.us

2nd Annual Walk for Racial Harmony, sponsored by Women of Pittsburgh 2000 (www.wp2000.org) and the CCO (www.ccojubilee.org), in Schenley Park on Saturday, October 21, 2006. We will be encouraging all walkers to "walk for racial harmony everyday" and learn about cultures outside of their own. Christine Renda christinerenda@att.net - 412.216.1448

Latino General topics Conference. Octubre 26-28, 2006 en Northeast Philadelphia, PA. http://www.pslconline.org The Pennsylvania Statewide Latino Coalition. ANNUAL STATEWIDE WRITING CONTEST FOR LATINO STUDENTS. TOPIC: “What contributions do you feel immigrants have made to this country?” Entries must be postmarked no later than September 25, 2006 For further information, please contact Dr. Francisco Alarcón at 724-357-2206 or by e-mail at falarcon@iup.edu

JOB: Part Time Professional Relations Coordinator. Are you a team player? Do you enjoy coordinating programs and events? Do you like developing and implementing marketing strategies? Silberg Center for Dental Science, in Robinson Twp, PA, looking for a Professional Relations Coordinator to manage relationships with its referring dental practices. EOE. Send resume and salary history to: PGHR Consulting, PO Box 63, Ingomar, PA 15127; fax: 724-940-9201; pghr@pghrconsulting.com. No phone calls.

JOB: Se busca personas que tengan experiencia con el trabajo de carpintería (aunque para alguien que tenga ganas de aprender se está dispuesto a enseñar) pero carpintería de "house framing" y experiencia en el campo de la construcción. Lo imprescindible es que la persona tenga medio de transporte y se defienda con el Inglés o hable Griego. Silvia santanasilvia@yahoo.com

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!!! December 16, 2006. Hilton Hotel. Info. gala@lacunet.org

Congress has designated Hispanic Heritage Month as September 15 to October 15 of each year.