Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Project CommUNITY Special
Hispanic Heritage Month highlights the significant contributions of Latino and Hispanic communities across the U.S. In this special, various community members in our region are showcased through art, entrepreneurship, and cultural history, featuring artists, business owners, and organizers who unite their communities.
Watch the full special in the video above or learn more about those featured below.
1. Corremos Sacramento: Celebrating Latino Culture Through Running
Corremos Sacramento invites individuals of all ages and backgrounds to its weekly gatherings. Founder Dalia Ramirez-Robles emphasizes the club’s mission to provide a fun cultural experience where members feel like family.
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2. Dried Fruit Business Upholding Family Legacy
Three Sacramento sisters have established Stained Glass Fruit, turning family agricultural history into a business that produces dried fruit slices. Honoring their heritage, they create “nature’s edible works of art” from locally grown citrus.
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3. Chicano Artist Takes Art to National Brands
Cecelia Perez, known for her work “Hey Ruca,” draws from Chicano culture to create art for notable brands. Her collaborations and murals have elevated her profile nationally.
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4. Muralist Brings Latino History to Life
Artist Richard Alcala is creating a vibrant mural at Southside Park, celebrating Latino culture and community history. His project includes contributions from local Latino and Indigenous artists, showcasing significant cultural narratives.
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5. Club Los Manitos: A Hub for Latino Seniors
Nearly 90 Latino seniors have formed “Club Los Manitos” at Sacramento’s Hart Senior Center. This club has become a vital network for connection and cultural celebration, expanding from its humble beginnings of just ten members.
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These initiatives reflect the diverse ways in which Latino and Hispanic communities in our region express their heritage and contribute to cultural richness.
