Latinas for Latino Lit (L4LL) was founded by Viviana Hurtado, Ph.D. and Monica Olivera. Taking their combined experience in education, Hispanic, and media space, their mission is to “raise literacy rates through pedagogically sound, culturally relevant content, and technology is rooted in our belief that all educational and professional achievement, as well as economic … [Read more...] about Latinas for Latino Lit Announces 20 Books for Latina Girls
Archives for August 2014
Tamara Alvarado-Empowering the Local Community through Cultura
by Laura Posadas After working close with people within her community promoting the values of culture and art with focus on the community’s youth, Tamara Alvarado just celebrated the 3rd Anniversary for the School of Arts and Culture at the Mexican Heritage Plaza. The organization’s executive director had to go through many obstacles by the city and people’s past … [Read more...] about Tamara Alvarado-Empowering the Local Community through Cultura
Trying Again
by Hopeful Mom-to-be (Note: This post is the follow up from Picking up the Pieces after a Miscarriage) My doctor had told me that it was best to wait three months but he also said that if I became pregnant sooner that it would be okay. Maybe it was because of my age, 38, or maybe it was to help me forget the pain from my first miscarriage I wanted to try after my second … [Read more...] about Trying Again
Giveaway: Sofia the First: The Enchanted Feast DVD
If your little one loves Sofia the First then you will want to add Sofia the First: The Enchanted Feast DVD to your movie collection. The DVD is available to own August 5, 2014 but one lucky Modern Latina can win one (details below). There's more than meets the eye when you join Sofia the First for this royally scrumptious adventure! All the monarchs from Enchancia's … [Read more...] about Giveaway: Sofia the First: The Enchanted Feast DVD
Event Calendar: August 2014
Featured event: Title of Show: EAST SIDE STORY AND CHICANO SOUL: Lowrider photo exhibit and more / August 9 – September 12 Opening Reception: August 9, 2014 6pm-9:30pm/ $5 admission fee/ Galleries Film screening: Aug. 9, 2014: “Why I Ride” written by Vero Majano & Debra Koffler 7PM In conjunction with the Lowriding season MCCLA is thrilled to present featured … [Read more...] about Event Calendar: August 2014