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20th Annual Latin Fever Ball
September 20, 2008 | Atlanta, GA

The black tie gala is the principal fundraising event for the Latin American Association, generating vital support for programs and services such as English classes, family services, employment assistance, youth services, and immigration assistance.

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Flamenclorico: Lore of the Miners
The Rialto Centers | October 4th, 2008, 8pm | Atlanta, Georgia

Flamenclorico:  Lore of the Miners features a rich cast of flamenco guitarists, singers, and dancers, including Antonio Hidalgo, the winner of the 2007 Premio Andaluz for Artistic Achievement.  This choreodrama is a trend in the flamenco experience in Spain, known for its soulful mixture of live singing, guitar music, poetry, and dance.

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9th Annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference
October, 2008, 8pm | Atlanta, Georgia

The Latin American Association’s Annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference is the southeast’s premier leadership event for Latino youth, parents and teachers. It offers a unique opportunity for Latino middle and high school students to spend a day in dialogue with community leaders and experts on topics such as leadership development, higher education, cultural awareness, and challenges facing today’s youth.

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Friday August 29th 2008
Free Admission | Latin & International Ambiance

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Now Offering Corporate Onsite Spanish Classes:
The Latin American Association offers onsite Spanish and English classes for employers in the metro Atlanta area. The LAA staff is able to develop customized language programs in a variety of fields including legal, customer service and social services. We can also bring a Spanish movie to your company! Translation services for individuals, nonprofit, government and corporate clients are also available. For more information, please contact Paula Chiodi at 404-248-2209.

Last Updated: Saturday, February 2, 2008

Peru Is Ready for You – Take Advantage of Significant Savings on LANVACATIONS Packages to Peru

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Carlos MenciaCarlos Mencia
Fabulous Fox Theatre Atlanta
Sat, Sep 6, 2008 07:00 PM

Find out more at The Official YouTube Channel of stand-up comedian Carlos Mencia. Be sure to catch 'Mind of Mencia', Wednesday nights on Comedy Central.

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AOL Latino Launches Social-Network Sports Blog Fánaticos.com
Spanish-Language Sports Site Kicks off with Coverage of the Olympic Games in Beijing

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Enrique IglesiasEnrique Iglesias at Chastain Park Amphitheatre 
Friday September 19 2008

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Get LIT @ Sunset presents "Salsa Y Salsa" Sep. 26, 2008 · 6:30 PM
($40.00 per person)
This will be a fun filled night of Tapas and Salsa dancing. Watch Carmen Cappello teach you how to preparea a variety of Tapas and then learn to dance the Salsa! This will be an evening you wont forget, so tell your friends to come along!

Plus, dont forget the Sangria! Price includes: Tapas Cooking Class, Salsa Dance lessons and a Tapa's Buffet. Drink Specials include: $6 Sangria, $4 Tecate and $7 Sake Martinis
LIT KITCHEN | 433 Bishop St. · Atlanta, GA 30318

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Coming Months

20th Annual Latin Fever Ball – InterContinental Hotel Buckhead
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Disney's Royal Quinceañera Weekend
August 29-September 5, 2008
For the first time, Walt Disney World Resort is offering a weekend dedicated to celebrating the most magical time in a Latina's life: turning age 15. The "weekend" includes a tradition-steeped extravaganza at Epcot that celebrates the passage from flat-soled shoes and dolls to high heels, elaborate gowns and young womanhood.

Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
September 26 - November 9, 2008
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Disney Launches En Familia, a Hispanic Custom Publication
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Cine Latinoamericano: Miel para Oshun - Thursday, September 4 at 7 p.m.
The LAA invites you to view Miel para Oshun, a Cuban film that is sure to make you laugh. This humorous drama from award-winning filmmaker Humberto Solas tells the story of Roberto, an eccentric cab driver who decides to take an adventurous and exiting road trip through the island of Cuba while searching for the mother who presumably abandoned him. Detours, near-death experiences and strange characters all highlight Roberto's trip while he begins to see life from a fresh and funny perspective. Spanish with English subtitles. Humberto Solas • 2001 • 120 minutes

When: Thursday, September 4 at 7 p.m.
Where: LAA's Atlanta Center on Buford Highway
Requested donation $3 • Thank you!
Questions? Contact Paula Chiodi at 404-248-2209 or pchiodi@thelaa.org

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LAA Compañeros Luncheon Award 2008


mojitos bistroMOJITO's
This Cuban American Bistro is located in downtown Historic Norcross, GA. Visit them online at www.mojitosbistro.com

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Fiesta Georgia 2008
Sunday, September 07, 2008 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Duluth Town Green

Atlanta’s largest Hispanic Heritage Month outdoor celebration, Fiesta Georgia will take place Sunday, September 7th, 2008 at Stone Mountain Park. Over 15,000 people are expected to attend the first of what will become Atlanta's annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. Fiesta Georgia will be a day long celebration of Latino culture, music, and food. Featuring continuous live performances by national and local artists, vendor booths offering free product samples, arts and crafts, and authentic Latino foods.

Hosted By: Lanza Group, LLC
Info Link(s): http://www.fiestageorgia.com
http://www.lanzagroup.com

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PROFESSIONAL SOCIAL

Thursday, August 21st @ 6pm
at The Grape in Inman Park

 

HPS cordially invites all of the Hispanic & Non Hispanic Professionals & their perspective organizations. Mingle with Atlanta 's Elite in this Exclusive Monthly After-Hours Social. Enjoy the sounds of Latin Jazz & others. Business cards a must. Hors d'oeuvres provided. [More]

Entertainment: Books
Marisa de los Santos

The author of Love Walked In and Belong to Me talks about making the switch from poetry to prose, and why she's one of those writers who "writes to make people happy." You can buy this book at www.bn.com
[Listen to the interview below]


Hispanic Achievement & Business
L
eadership AwardsHABLA
(HABLA) will take place on Thursday October 9, 2008 at 103 West in the Buckhead financial district of Atlanta.  HABLA is a tribute to Latino business and civic leaders and will highlight the Atlanta Hispanic communities many successes.  HABLA will serve as the closing ceremony to Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations in Atlanta.  HABLA will highlight the accomplishments of these role models in a multi-media campaign and provide them with the recognition they merit.  Visit www.HABLAAtlanta.com
for additional information. 

 
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