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LACU NUEVAS. 27 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 20th anniversary and Hispanic Heritage Month. The largest gathering of the Latino Spirit in Pittsburgh!! ********************************************************** Join Together to Celebrate the life and memory of Dr. Ezekiel C. Mobley, Jr. Date: June 28, 2006. Time: 6:30 p.m. Place: Synod Hall, next to St. Paul’s Cathedral, 125 N. Craig Street, Oakland, Pittsburgh. The Memorial Service for Dr. Mobley will be followed by a reception at 1418 N. St. Clair Street, Highland Park. Please RSVP for reception only at ecmglobal@aol.com. *************************** El Senador Estatal Jay Costa hoy recordó a los ciudadanos que hay un teléfono "línea de idiomas" disponible para auxiliar las víctimas de algún crimen que no pueden hablar inglés. Puede contactar la línea de idiomas a (800) 233-2339. El Pennsylvania Victims Compensation Assistance Program en inglés tiene intérpretes que hablan mas de 150 idiomas. Costa también ha introducido la legislación que estandarizaría las capacidades para los que interpretan idiomas extranjeros en las salas de tribunal de Pensilvania. Dijo que de 2.2 millones de las personas en Pensilvania que son extranjeros natos, 8.5 por ciento hablan poco o nada de inglés. Información: http://www.pccd.state.pa.us ************************* WIth this year's GALA fast approaching, as I have done in the past two GALAs, I would like to offer to create a one of a kind allegory style painting for LACU. This work of art can be offered as an auction piece, program cover, or any multiple ways you believe this image would best benefit LACU. I believe an outstanding piece should convey the ideas and inspirations directly from the LACU community conveying how you believe the Latin community is positively represented in Pittsburgh. Please take the time to email me and share your ideas and feedback. I want this to be an interactive piece representing the true inspirational spirit of LACU!!! I am honored and excited to create an original work of art for LACU!!!!!! Some questions for the community.... 1) What subject matter reflects Latino today, progressively moving forward while connecting to their roots?...... 2) What excites you about the Latino culture in Pittsburgh?..... Mural and Portrait Artist: Alison Zapata. www.zapatastudios.com. 412-656-1114. alisonzapata@gmail.com ************************** A MID-SUMMERS' NIGHT SWING. Featuring The Boilermaker Jazz Band & Miss Jenni Luvv, Lindy, Jitterbug and Savoy Swing! Free swing dance lesson with Pittsburgh's 'swing king', Bobby D of Swing City along with the Swing City dancers!. Place: The Bitz Building Penthouse/ Rooftop, 21 9th Street Downtown, 9th Fl. Thursday, June 29th 7PM-11. $4-Tickets at the Door. We will screen the film of Max Fleischer's 1932 classic 'Minnie the Moocher' featuring Cab Calloway and Betty Boop in a glorious 16mm print. Visit: www.boilermakerjazzband.com and www.swingpgh.com for photos, news, more information. The Bitz Building Penthouse/Rooftop 412.622.8822. www.pittsburghlectures.org **************************** Celebrate the Independence Day of 5 countries on Saturday, July 8, 2006. USA, Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia y Peru. William Pitt Union building at the University of Pittsburgh (Corner on Fifth Ave and Bigelow Blvd). Food, music, dances, people. Aprendamos de la historia de estos paises que celebran su independencia en Julio. Evento: Sabado, 8 de julio del 2006. Lugar: William Pitt Union, University of Pittsburgh. Hora: 5:00p.m a 9:00p.m. Habra bailes tipicos, comida y muchas cosas mas de cada pais. Donacion/Donation: $3 dolares. Info. Milagros: milagros_moron@hotmail.com or www.lacunet.org ****************************** June 29, 2006 Entrepreneurial Thursday. DOWE’s on 9th Street. 5:30-8:00pm. Theme:“Family Owned Businesses” with Co-Host Terri Sokoloff. Featured Musicians: Jessica Lee, Vocals (www.jessicaleesong.com); ChrisHemingway, Alto Saxophone; Roy Ruzika, Guitar; Gordon Grottenthaler, Drums; TonyDePaolis, Bass. Panelists: 1. Terri Sokoloff, Principal and Co-Founder - Specialty Group (See specialtygroup.com). 2. Tom Michael, President - Larrimor's is a Family run business that has been in Pittsburgh for over 65 years. Our Brand promise is "One of Life's Pleasures." We are a high end Men's and Women's Retailer. 3. Stacy Weiss, Head Weiss Guy - Weisshouse (See weisshouse.com). 4. Georgia Berner, President and CEO; & Miranda Berner, Project Manager - Berner International Corp. (See www.berner.com). 5. John E. Roth, Vice President - Roth Computer Register Company (Seewww.rothcashregister.com). 6. Kevin C. Fazio, V.P. Sales & Marketing- Diamond Wire Spring (See www.diamondwire.com). ***************************** Global Links, a non-profit organization located in Pittsburgh, is helping Latin American countries!!! From January 2006 to June 2006, they have shipped medical equipment worth it $688,294 USD to the following countries: Dominican Republic: February 3, and April 7, 2006: $183,150 USD. - Cuba: March 24, 2006: $401,424. - Bolivia: April 21, and May 12, 2006: $31,755 USD. - Honduras: June 2, 2006: $71,965. When you need surgery. . . it never crosses your mind that there might not be sutures to sew you up or proper, sterilized instruments to do the job correctly. . However, in many parts of the developing world. . . these items are luxuries. “From Pittsburgh to the world Global Links does an amazing job for humanity”. Global Links recovers surplus medical supplies and equipment from U.S. donor organizations and distributing them to needy healthcare providers in hospitals and clinics around the world. Our mission is to help bring better healthcare to the neediest communities, while providing U.S. hospitals an environmentally and socially responsible alternative for the disposal of surplus medical materials. It has been estimated that every year American hospitals throw away 2,000 tons of unused surgical supplies, valued at over $200 million. These materials end up in landfills or incinerators. Our partners are the Pan American Health Organization/ World Health Organization and representatives of Ministries of health for each country. If you want to volunteer with us, send an e-mail to Global Links. 4809 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Phone: 412-361-3424 ext. 205. Fax: 412-361-4950. E-mail: glvolunteer@globallinks.org Web: www.globallinks.org **************************** Deadline for submissions is July 1st! “40 Under 40” Nominations Available Now. The nomination process is now underway for Pittsburgh's 2006 "40 Under 40"! The purpose of this event is to recognize 40 people under the age of 40 who are committed to shaping our region and making it a better place for everyone. If you know someone who deserves to be honored, be sure to submit him or her for consideration. Self nominations are also welcome. For a nomination form, log on to the PUMP website and click the 40 Under 40 button at the bottom of your screen or simply click http://www.pump.org/nu_upload/2006_nomination_form.pdf. You can also nominate someone online at http://www.wqed.org/mag/40/2006/index.shtml ************************************ The Altar Club Proudly Presents Pablo Ardiles Violin: The Folklore of Argentina - Zambas, Carnavalitos, Chacareras. Saturday July 1. 7 PM. $5 at the door. The Altar Club, 1620 Penn Avenue, Strip District, 412-263-2877 info: 412-388-0778. Listen to the Folklore music of Argentina and its exciting sounds. Pablo Ardiles is from the northern Argentinian city of Tucuman and grew up imbued in the traditional folklore of the “gaucho”. He will play Zambas, Carnavalitos, Chacareras and Milongas, among other rhythms. Pablo Ardiles graduated in 1993 with a Master Degree in Violin performance from Carnegie Mellon University where he studied with the legendary Andres Cardenes, concertmaster of the Pittsburgh Symphony. Info: openyole@hotmail.com ************************************ Afro-Modern at the Dance Alloy Studios in Friendship. Mondays, 6:30-8pm (June 12 - Aug. 7), $12 per session (Drop-in only). No class July 3. Blending the modern dance influences of Katherine Dunham and Lester Horton with various contemporary African-rooted dance forms: this unique class is sure to keep you moving. Focus on technique, form and characterization.
African Dance at the Ice House Artist Studios
in Lawrenceville
Freestyle Salsa at the Ice House Artist
Studios in Lawrenceville. Saturdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm (June 24 - July 29), $12
per session (Registration required). To register, call (412-478-8146) or email me at info@tracieyorkedance.com *************************** El restaurante Mexicano Mendoza Express esta por abrir su nuevo local en Bethel Park (4982 Library Rd.) y Abraham el dueño esta buscando meseras. Personas interesadas deben contactar a Abraham a su cellular al 412-427-8763. **************************** Opportunity for women leaders. This workshop will explore our psychic, cultural, social and spiritual development as a species. This workshop, developed by the Con-spirando Collective and the Capacitar-Chile team in Santiago, Chile, is being offered for the first time in North America. Sunday, July 2, 2006, 10:30 am to Friday, July 7, 2006, 11:30 am. Place: Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center, Villa Maria, PA. Cost: $400 program/$300 lodging and food. Participation is limited to 40. Please confirm your attendance by June 7, 2006 via email or phone: Bsitko@humilityofmary.org Tel: 724-964-8920 x 3308. $50 deposit due June 12, 2006 to Registrar, P. O. Box 715, Villa Maria, PA 16155. mosqueramza@gmail.com ******************************** CPL offers emerging leaders throughout the state a two-day intensive Springboard training on becoming an effective political leader. Expert national and local trainers will sharpen your message development and delivery, campaign strategy, volunteer recruitment, and political fundraising skills. Pittsburgh - Southwestern, Pa: July 8th and 9th. To apply go to http://www.progressleaders.org/states/paspringboards_apply.htm CPL is looking to find the leaders who have never before been identified – who may not yet know if they want to run for office. Fareeda Mabry. PA Recruitment Director, Center for Progressive Leadership. 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 915. Philadelphia, PA 19106. Cell: 267-243-1468. Office: 215-923-5165. fareeda@progressleaders.org. or www.progressleaders.org ******************************** Want to help in the GALA PLANNING COMMITTEE? (Date of GALA: September 23, 2006 at the Hilton Hotel.) Planning 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 *************************************** National Leadership Training. Free of charge. Max. 20 people. La Roche College 9000 Babcock Boulevard, Pittsburgh PA 15237. 412-536-1071. Full week of July 9-15, 2006. Info. Igork Villegas - 412-475-1427. Effective leadership is imperative if transformation is to take place in you organization, community, or congregation. It will be to your benefit to be willing to take risks, try to practice new behaviors in dealing with others, re-examine your current strengths/ weaknesses and be open to feedback. MANDATORY PRE-COURSE ASSIGNMENTS: 1) Contact and have a conversation with your sponsor and ask for specific feedback on you leadership behaviors: personal strengths, personal weaknesses, and how would they know there is an improvement in your skills. Ask them to fill out the Sponsorship Form as well as go over it with you. This form is for you so there is no need to return it to us. 2) Fill out Leaders Reflection Form and either return it to us before the deadline or turn it in to training staff when you arrive. 3) Read the enclosed "The Melian Debate" from Chapter 7, The Sixteenth Year of War. This is from a book by the ancient Greek author Thucydides: The Peloponnesian War (431-404 B.C.) This will be used on the first day of training, so read it carefully before that time, and bring it with you. Sponsored by La fundacion Gamaliel y sera pagado en su totalidad por PIIN (Pittsburgh Interfaih Impact Network), CRI (Civil Right for Immigrants), Sister Janice and St. Hyacinth Church. igork.villegas@gmail.com ********************************* Spanish Classes @ TANGO café. Weekdays. Location: 5806 Forward Avenue, Squirrel Hill Contact: 412 421 1390, www.TangoCafePgh.com *********************************** Carlos acaba de organizar una liga de indoor soccer y todavia hay espacio para algunos equipos. Van a jugar los lunes y martes entre las 8 y 10 de la noche. Los equipos son de 5 jugadores y 1 portero. Estamos buscando equipos de cualquier pais. Info: pittinsoccer10@yahoo.com Sonia y Carlos Martinez ********************************* The Fourth of July 2006. On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, starting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As always, this most American of holidays will be marked by parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country. 2.5 million: In July 1776, the number of people living in the colonies. (1776 population from Historical Statistics of the United States: Colonial Times to 1970.) 300 million: On this July 4th, the population milestone our nation soon will be closing in on. ********************************* Job opening @ Verizon. (Verizon does not offer working Visa so only people that can work in the US would be able to apply). Pennsylvania: Allentown, Pittsburgh, Reading, Upper Darby, Wilkes-Barre. - Bilingual Operator (Spanish) – full-time term positions with benefits. Toll-free number: 866-377-5463 (866-ERP-LINE). Call between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday. Please note that candidates calling the Employee Referral Call Center will be asked for the name of the referring employee in this case Silvia Santana. 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 in September 23, 2006 at the Hilton Hotel. Info. gala@lacunet.org
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