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LACU NUEVAS. 27 de Julio, 2005. Weekly e-bulletin. Latin American Cultural Union (LACU), Pittsburgh, PA. www.lacunet.org 4 times a month. **************************************************************** GALA Planning Committee Meeting. erika@tre-pittsburgh.com Friday, July 29th at 33 Terminal Way #437 in the South Side, off Carson St. Near the 10St. bridge. The meeting will begin at 6p.m. and will be a "stuffing party." We will be stuffing envelopes with the invitations for the Gala. I'll have refreshments and pizza, so please let me know if you can make it. We need as many people as possible to make the process go by quicker. Thanks! Let me know if you need directions. Nuestra proxima junta para la GALA tomara lugar el viernes 29 de julio a las 6 p.m. en el 33 Terminal Way #437 en el South Side. La junta sera para preparar las invitaciones para la gala, necestimos la ayuda de todos. Yo tendre pizza y refrescos asi es que por favor avisen si pueden venir. Tambien avisenme si necesitan direcciones. Erika Wirkkala. *************************************************************** July 28. Peru Independence Day. Bossa Nova. Downtown Pittsburgh. Happy Hour. 6:00pm. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. ****************************************************** Puro Queso Latin Jazz every Thursday. 8-11pm. Bossa Nova. 123 Seventh St. *************************************************************** Banda Azucar. Thursdays, at Dowe’s on 9th, Downtown Pittsburgh! *************************************************************** Mi mexico Artesanias: Gran Noche Mexicana este 3 de Agosto en Taco Loco. Ven y asiste con tus familiares y amigos a la gran noche Mexicana en taco loco, tendremos Mariachis de 5 a 9 de la noche y por supuesto estaremos trabajando con un menu especial en este dia, las reservaciones estan abiertas hasta partys para 20 personas haz tus reservaciones en Taco Loco. Para preguntas y reservaciones comunicate con Edgar al telefono 412 488 8858. [mailto:puma@memexico.com] RAUL DIAZ. ************************************************************** ** Native SPANISH speakers needed ** We are looking for native Spanish speakers to participate in an experiment on language processing. The experiment is very short (about 30 min) and it takes place at the Learning Research and Development Center of Pittsburgh University (LRDC building – 3939 O’Hara st. http://www.lrdc.pitt.edu/images/pitt_lrdc_map.JPG). We will schedule a time with each participant to his/her convenience. Participants will be paid $5 for their participation. If you are willing to participate or would like more information, please email tamar_degani@yahoo.com *************************************************************** Be part of the “new LACU Board 2005-2007” at the Latin American Cultural Union (LACU). 3 LACU members will prepare voting ballots. Only LACU active members can vote. Elections will take place in October 2005. Deseas ser parte de la Directiva de LACU 2005-2007?. Colabora, aprende, y haz nuevos amigos. 3 miembros de LACU prepararan los votos. Solo miembros activos votan. Gracias. Info: Brent Rondon. rondon@duq.edu *************************************************************** SAVE THE DATE: GALA Latina. William Penn Hotel. Saturday, October 15, 2005!!!. 5th Hispanic Heritage Month GALA Dinner. Tickets estan ya disponibles online en www.lacunet.org Buy your tickets online. Tables of 10 pay as LACU members. ************************************************************** “Global Beats at DejaVu”. On August 11 join us for Peruvian Night! Dejavu is located at 2106 Penn Ave at the Strip District. carlapitt@aol.com ************************************************************* Attached are links to vacancy announcements MP7-05-035 and DE7-05-036 for an Epidemiologist, GS-601-13/14 to be located in the National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory, Pittsburgh, PA. Opening date is July 20, 2005; closing date is August 16, 2005. Current or former Federal employees should apply under MP7-05-035: http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=32172673&WT.mc_n=MKT000125 All other U.S. citizens should apply under DE7-05-036: http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=32172657&WT.mc_n=MKT000125 Current or former Federal employees should apply under MP7-05-037: http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=32172620&WT.mc_n=MKT000125 All other U.S. citizens should apply under DE7-05-038: http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=32172648&WT.mc_n=MKT000125 NOTE: Applicants must apply online using the CDC Online
Application link in the announcement. Instructions are included in the
announcement in the "How to Apply" section. Barb Herforth AMIGOS DEL CINE LATINOAMERICANO every Thursday at 8:00 pm at the Frick Fine Arts Auditorium -- or 203 room when mentioned -- (Frick Fine Arts Building in front of the Carnegie Library in Oakland). Free admission! / Gratis! - July 28th. Aguirre, der Zorn Gottes / The Wrath of God. By Herzog. A band of Spanish conquistadors, led by Pizarro, go up the Amazon in search of gold, El Dorado. (94 min.) 1972. In English - August 4th. Cidade de Deus / City of god. By Fernando Meirelles. The world's most notorious slum, Rio de Janeiro's City of God, where combat photographers and police rarely go. (130 min.) 2002. Portuguese with English subtitles - August 11th (Documentary). Evita : la tumba sin paz. By Tristan Bauer (Script by Miguel Bonasso). An investigation into the kidnapping, intrigues and unexplained wounds on the cadaver of Eva Peron. (52 min.) 1997. Spanish, English subtitles INFORMATION: Juan Zuluaga <zuluaga@ pitt.edu >/ Miguel Rojas rojaszotelo@hotmail.com. From the Eduardo Lozano Collection at the Hillman Library of the University of Pittsburgh. http://www.ir.pitt.edu/factbook/fbweb05/general/PGH.PDF ***************************************************************** Due to the LACU's help, a LACU member is leading a class at the JCC celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September). The concept of September as Hispanic Heritage Month is catching on more in Pittsburgh. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the JCC! Folk Art with Dina Ruta (grades 5-7) Did you know September is Hispanic Heritage month? Celebrate with acclaimed Patagonian artist Dina Ruta. Fifth through seventh graders will explore the folk art of the people of Patagonia, using their own faces as models for a traditional plaster mask. This is an unusual opportunity to explore the folk art of an exotic region with a native artist. Tuesdays, Thursdays 4:15-5:45PM. September 6-Nov. 17th. $75. Class catalog code: 30906-9-05 Viva Mexico! Explore the Culture of Mexico Through Art, Music and Dance (grades K-4) Exciting local teaching artist Monica Ranii, fresh from her performances at the Pittsburgh Children’s Museum, teaches a vibrant class exploring Mexico through dance, games and art. Participants will Latin American dances, participate in storytelling and make Aztec-style jewelry, among other great activities. Mondays and Wednesday, 3:00-4:30PM. September 12-28. $85 Class catalog code: 300912-09-05. smaystein@jccpgh.org *************************************************************** Pittsburgh Black Media Federation's Annual Soul Café. Sunday, Aug. 14 at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, Fifth and Shady Avenues. Pittsburgh's most talented spoken word artists, musicians, singers, authors, actors, etc. will bring it to PBMF Soul Cafe IV, which this year features the lyrical genius of the legendary Stevie Wonder. Tickets are $15 in advance; $20 at the door. Proceeds benefit the Pittsburgh Black Media Federation's Scholarship Fund. Soul Café IV is co-sponsored by WAMO Radio and The SoulPitt, our official community website sponsor. For tickets or information, Monica Haynes, 412-263-1660; mle225@aol.com or checkout WWW.TheSoulPitt.com ***************************************************************** Employers looking for Latino workers! Jobs Jobs Jobs. Employment Opportunities: 1) Looking for a babysitter/nanny, part time to full time in the North Hills; 2) Construction workers-pouring concrete foundations, based in Clarion County, employer will provide housing (must have EAD/Green card); 3) Construction workers-working on railroad tracks, based in Washington County and in Cincinnati, Ohio, employer will provide temp housing when traveling (must have EAD/Green Card); 4)Looking for couple to work on Estate in Washington county-handyman/housekeeper, employer will provide housing (must have EAD/Green Card). If interested contact
Jackie at 412-291-0200.
Jacqueline B. Martinez, Esq. What is Aerotek? We are a staffing provider that focuses on placing people in long term positions. This makes us different from “temp” agencies because most of our positions will lead into a full-time position with the company. Who’s Hiring and Where are they Located?: One of our clients is ADVO, located next to the Robinson Town Center. Job Requirements: This position requires a GED/Highschool diploma, passing a drug test prior to employment (paid for by us), and passing a background check (a qualified candidate cannot have any felonies in the past 7 years – also paid for by us). This position is not on the busline, so transportation is required. The position is an entry level job, so no experience is required. We are looking for motivated, hard workers that are willing to learn new things and grow with a successful company. Shifts/Days: We have day (7:25am-6pm – over-time until 7:30pm) and night (8:25pm – 6:55am) shifts available. They work 4 days a week, 10 hours each day. The day shift could be extended an extra 1 ½ hours for the overtime bringing the time to 7:30pm. The night shift will not have over-time after their shift; they would have to come in on a Monday to do overtime. The night shift is regularly Tuesday – Friday (over-time on Monday). The day shifts are: Monday- Thursday, Tuesday – Friday, Wednesday – Saturday, Thursday – Sunday, Friday – Monday, Saturday – Tuesday, and Sunday – Wednesday. You will have to be on the set schedule and work the same 4 days each week, it will not rotate. However, please keep in mind that flexibility is preferred because in most cases ADVO will have to move your schedule to hire you on permanently. Pay Rate: If you work on the night shift it is $8.50/hr, and the day shift is $8.50/hr if you work on a Saturday or Sunday and $8.00/hr if you work day shift on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday. Benefits are also available. Job Description: The position will require repetitive lifting up to 40lbs, prolonged standing, and repetitive work. They will be lifting up advertisements and feeding the machines with the advertisements. They will also be taking the advertisements off the machine, banding them, palletizing, and shrink-wrapping. How do you Apply?: If you need anymore information please call me @ 412-919-1010 or toll free @ 1-800-450-7028 ext. 1010. You could also email me a resume. Jill Compton Aerotek, Sourcing Specialist. jcompton@aerotek.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.412-362-7730 ***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. Brent Rondon, Presidente de LACU. 2003-2005. 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. 412-362-7730. 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. Brent Rondon, President. LACU. 2003-2005. www.lacunet.org |
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