Hola Mi Gente Y Welcome to our Hispanic Heritage Issue !
LetterfromtheEditor
Hola Mi Gente Y Welcome to our Hispanic Heritage Issue !
Jolie R . Gonzalez Publisher Editor In Chief
Aqui estamos – Hispanic Heritage again , next to Christmas , it is my favorite time of the year ! Y porque ? Bueno , ya tu lo sabes , there are so many wonderful cultural celebrations going on right now , each a unique celebration of our cultural traditions , our foods y nuestra musica !
Hispanic Heritage Month begins September 15 , 2006 and ends on October 16th – be sure and check out our Action Avenue ( Calendar of Events ) on page 34 for suggestions on some great things to do , or visit our website at Latin-Connections . com for more details .
Latin ConneXions Business Networking Socials ! Latin Times Magazine ’ s “ infamous ” Latin ConneXions Business Networking Socials continue to GROW y GROW in both cities ! Upcoming events include :
Tampa Bay , 1st Fridays are at Mirage ! Join us on Friday , October 6 , 2006 for 1st Friday- Taste of Latino , our 2nd Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration and our biggest cultural celebration of the year ! Taste of Latino “ A Culinary Journey and Exploration of Latin Foods !” Featuring the flavors of our delicious comida Latina , which will be held at Mirage Restaurant & Lounge located at 3605 W . Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa , FL .
The celebration of Latin Food will feature foods from several different Latin countries !
For more information on how you can showcase your company at this , or any of our events , please contact our office at ( 813 ) 901-5292 .
Metro Orlando , 3rd Fridays are at El Quijote ! Join us on the 3rd Friday of each month for 3rd Fridays Latin ConneXions Business Networking Social in Orlando , FL . El Quijote Restaurant and Lounge will be hosting our Hispanic Heritage celebrations in October 2006 & November events . El Quijote Restaurant and Lounge is located at 5072 Dr . Phillips Blvd in Orlando , FL . ( Corner of Conroy Y Dr . Phillips Blvd ) This great looking Restaurant is filled with cultural treasures and a “ Spanish Charm ” that is guaranteed to make our celebration Xtra special .
Latin ConneXions NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES The first 2 Hours of this event is a business card exchange . Latin ConneXions offers you a unique opportunity to meet and interact with other local business professionals . Latin ConneXions guests are entrepreneurs , small business owners , corporate professionals , doctors , attorneys , real estate professionals , community leaders , and MORE ! Take advantage of this opportunity to meet your next potential client , business associate or friend ! - Over 200 Professionals expected ! For information on how your company can be featured at this event please contact your local office at : ( 813 ) 901-5292 – Tampa or ( 321 ) 284-4599 – Orlando .
Check out great upcoming new features ! The Latino Job Shop ! Latin Times Magazine is proud to announce the release of its new and exciting feature “ The Latino Job Shop ” for companies looking to hire bi-lingual personnel , and for the bi-lingual professional that may be “ in the market ” for a new career . Latin Times Magazine plans to offer the community important editorial on human resources , “ who ’ s hiring ,” career advice , resume building and many other such related subjects . In addition , Latin Times Magazine will offer display and classified opportunities for companies needing to reach the Hispanic reader . Local job fairs and expos will also be featured .
Que Mas ?! Latin Times Magazine is currently seeking experienced and aggressive account executives to join our team ! We have an excellent lead generation program , offer ongoing training sessions and other great benefits – excellent opportunity for the right person ! We are also looking for writers , photographers , research assistants and promotional staff . Interested individuals should email resumes to : JGonzalez @ thelatinvillage . com
In closing I would like to wish you all a happy , healthy y safe Hispanic Heritage Month and get ready for the Holidays !!
Con eso me despido .
Thank you to God Y Mi Familia See ya at the next Latin ConneXions !
-Sigue Pa ’ lante , Jolie
• September / October 06 • Abraza El Calor De Tu Cultura !