LACU NUEVAS

LACU NU= EVAS. 3 de Febrero, 2005. Weekly e-bulletin. Latin American Cultural Union (LAC= U), Pittsburgh , = PA. www.l= acunet.org

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LACU reunion mensual. Monthly meeting. Friday/Viernes 4 February, 2005. 6:30-8:30pm. 235 Atwood St. Rear. 2^nd Floor. Oaklan= d. Pittsburgh, PA 15213.

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Come join us every Thursday. Latin Nights With AZUCAR = now @ Dowe's on 9th. Show 9:30 pm to 1:30 am. dance lessons from 8:30 to 9:30pm www.doweson9th.com. Downtown= Pgh, there is a parking lot across the street. Please check out our schedu= le, Muchas Gracias, Indira. www.azucarband.com. indiracorales@yahoo.com **************************************************************

Latin Dance. Thursday February 10th ‘Havan= a Nights’. FREE ADMISSION!. California University of Pennsylvania. Sponsored by the Hispanic Student Association.

8pm to 12 am Natali Student Center. = Performance Center of California University of Pennsylvania. = = = Prizes. Latin Dance. Latin DJ. Instructor. Refreshments.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

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ALMUERZ= OS EN ESPANOL EN DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH

Cuzamil Mexican Restaurant. 500 Liberty Avenue. Downtown Pittsbur= gh. 412-642-2000. Call restaurant to RSVP. FRIDAYS. Feb. 11; Apr. 8; Jun. 10; A= ug. 12; Oct.14; Dec.9.

- Cielito Lindo Mexican Restaurant. 633 Smithfield St. Downtown Pittsburg= h. Tel. 412-255-0606. Call to RSVP. FRIDAYS. Mar. 11; May 13; July 8; Sept. 9; Nov. 11.

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The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI)Position-PROGRAM MANAGER.

The (CHCI) is one of the leading Hispanic non-profit a= nd non-partisan 501(c)(3) organizations in the country, established in 1978 to develop the next generation of Latino leaders. POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Programs Manager reports to the Director of Progra= ms. The incumbent provides logistical and managerial support to the Programs Department for all aspects of the Congressional Internship and Public Policy Fellowship programs.

QUALIFICATIONS: * Strong logistical = and organizational skills required; * Background in Microsoft Word, Access and Excel * Education-related background essential; commitment to educating Hispanic youth * 2-5 years of experience working with students or young professionals in professional or leadership related capacities * Bachelor's degree required * Bilingual (English-Spanish) skills required.

PLEASE SEND SALARY HISTORY AND RESUME TO:

Carmen Joge, Director of Programs

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, Inc.

911 2nd S= treet, NE. Washington, DC 20002

Fax: (202)546-2143 or E-mail: cjoge@chci.org

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Census Bureau Report on Hispanics http://www.censu= s.gov/prod/2004pubs/censr-18.pdf

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Director, Immigrant Assistance and welcome Center, Pittsburgh, PA. The "Immigrant Assistance and Welcome Center," is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial director.
The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience with immigrants or t= he foreign-born in social services or business sector. Masters or Doctorate de= gree in related field. Exceptional skills in the following areas: working = with teams; training staff; well-organized with excellent verbal and written ski= lls; demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with staff, boards, volunteers, nonprofit service providers, governmental, business and community groups. Sensitivity to cultural characteristics of customers, staff, Board and community. Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter, and salary requirements to: laizenman@jfcspgh.org or fax to 412-422-9540.
Please mention that you heard about this opportunity from Dewey & Kaye = Jobs Watch! in your cover letter when applying for this position. http://www.dkiinc.com/jobswatch/
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Verizon is hiring: Telephone Canvasser in Pittsburgh. Can= didates can visit http://www.verizon.com/careers or call 800-511-8086 to apply.

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Institute for International Public Policy Seeks Applic= ants for Fellowship Program. http://161.58.87.106/conte= nt/apply.cfm

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National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) will pay up to $20,000 per academic year in tuition. http://ugsp.info.nih.gov/e= xesumfaq.htm

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Career Opportunities

http://www.= alleghenyconference.org/public/cfm/career/

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Federal government-wide job opportunities, contact OPM= 's Website at: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/

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Hispanic Heritage Awards Foundation Seeks Top High School Seniors-Applications Due February 11! Grants will be available in amounts of $3,000 www.HispanicHeritageAwards.= org.

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Spanish Conversation Practice

Date: Every Saturday. Time: 3:30 – 5= :00 pm. Location: Tango Café, Squirrel Hill

Contact: 412 421 1390. **************************************************************************<= br> Global Beats at Dejavu Lounge! Date: Every Thursday. Time: 9:00 pm. Location: Dejavu Lounge, <= st1:Street st=3D"on">2106 Penn Avenue. Contact: 412 434 1144 Contact Carla. carlapitt@aol.com. Cost: Free Admission. Groove to the beats of seven continents with DJ Carla! Kitchen is open until 1 am.

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Salsa and Merengue Lessons Date: Every Wednesday &a= mp; Sunday. Location: Club Havana, Ellsworth Avenue= , Shadyside. Contact: 412 661 2025

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Latin American Guitars and Bombo, Every Wednesday at T= ango Café. 9pm. Empanadas, pastries, and coffee plus Brazilian and Latin = folk Music. Forward Ave and Murray Ave, Squirrel Hill. Info. 412-421-1390.

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"Grape Expectations". A Good Wine is a Life's Work. Friday, February 4, 2005

5:30-9pm. Pittsburgh Terminal Properties, South Side.

This premier wine class will be led by top-notch instructors, featuring fine wines from around the world, delicious nibbles--from the Cheesecake Factory, Melting Pot and Starbucks among other= s. In addition guests will enjoy a post-class after-party, cool lounge sounds = and mixing. And have we mentioned the goodie bags?? What a great way to g= et ready for Valentine's Day--perhaps even meet your Valentine……Proceeds benefit Life'sWork of Western PA--assisting people with disabilities or other barriers to employment achieve independen= ce and dignity through productive employment opportunities. Please visit www.lifesworkwpa.org and come meet us to learn something new!

For more info and to register, please go to http://acteva.com/bo= oking.cfm?bevaID=3D78760 , phone

412.481.1636 or email grape@tre-pittsburgh.com

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La Uni&= oacute;n Cultural Latinoamericana (LACU) es una organización voluntaria, que cuenta con el 501(c)(3), donaciones son deducibles de impuestos, sin fines = de lucro, y cuya misión es promover y preservar las diversas manifestaciones culturales latinoamericanas en la región de Pittsburgh. LACU cuenta con el boletín bi-mensual, bilingue, “Noticiero”, el programa para niños “Sábado Latino Infantil”, sesiones de conversación inglés-castellano, acceso a grupos musicales latinos, bailes típicos, sesiones de comidas, y todo lo que nuestra cultura latina de 500 años ha producido... estamos en Pittsburgh para compartir todo e= sto, y ayudarnos entre nosotros. ***Registrese como miembro de LACU. Tarifas Anuales: : $10 estudiantes; ; $15 individuos; $25 familias; $50-Non-profits; $100-Empresas. Enviar por correo a: LACU, PO BOX 194= 03 , Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Brent Rondon, Presidente de LACU. 2003-2005. = http://w= ww.lacunet.org

The Latin American Cultural Union (LACU), is a non-pro= fit, 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”, and authentic dances and arts, food and lectures, and the excitement of a 500-year latino culture. Practice Your Spanish!!!. Info. 412-362-7730. LACU NUEVAS es un boletin electronico que llega a los miembros de LACU para mantenerlos informados de las actividades latinoamericanas en la region de Pittsburgh.

LACU NUEVAS is an electronic bulletin for the LACU mem= bers 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. = Brent Rondon, President. LACU. 2003-2005. www.lacunet.org