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January 2014, Vol. 8, Issue 1

"Los Reyes Magos"

Cover by Christy Martinez-Garcia On this month’s cover is that of the Three Wise Men. Psalms 72:11, "May all kings fall down before him". On January 6, most of the Hispanic world celebrates El día de los reyes, the Epiphany, remembering the day when the Three Wise Men following the star to Bethlehem, arrived bearing their treasured gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh for the Baby Jesus. The number eight reflects Latino Lubbock Magazine's 8th anniversary since our inception, which we are so excited to be celebrating. We are so blessed to have another year to showcase and advocate for the Latino community. We hope to continue serving our readers...the emerging voice of Lubbock. Have a prosperous 2014! God Bless!

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“After years of marches, “bipartisan” talks, and civil disobedience tactics, we find ourselves in a familiar spot: Duped. Stood up. Let down. It’s hard to shake off the sense of failure and powerlessness, the sense that our community is always losing. But then, you see, giving up is EXACTLY what the opponents of the immigration reform movement would LOVE for us to do.”

“Cada uno habla de la feria según le va en ella.” "Everyone talks about the show as it is doing." (Meaning, everyone sees things from his own perspective).

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CONTENTS Word from the Publisher

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Op-Ed by Congressman Raul Grijalva

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Latino Achievements in 2013

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Opportunity Page

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Tips by Jaime Garcia

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Health/Salud

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LYFL Superbowl Winners

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Faith & Religion

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Fotos y requerdos

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Texas Sports Report with Mando Reyna

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Kid's Activity Page

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Word From the Publisher

12 Moments That Made Us Proud To Be Latino In 2013

ith newfound representation s we embark on the 8th year since the A inception of Latino Lubbock Magazine, Win politics, trailblazing reI first give the glory to God for answering forms in Latin America and new in-

my prayer to place me where I could be His instrument. Although it is not always easy to live by a monthly time line, I'm blessed to do what I do. I often describe to folks why it is imperative that they help us in meeting the deadline, as preparing the monthly issues is like throwing four puzzles in the air, and then trying to make each piece fit. It isn't easy, but nothing worthwhile ever is. So I hope that you will support us monthly by picking up our paper, supporting the events, and especially patronizing our advertisers who help make Latino Lubbock Magazine possible. We have also been blessed to have contributors, interns, and family who believe in our community, believe in what we is yet to come. We have now created many traditions at Latino Lubbock, but my personal traditions on New Year’s Eve are what make my Latino family so awesome. First, my family and I throw rice up on to the roof. We eat black eyed peas, and our 12 grapes, place a suitcase at the door, wishing for a more prosperous year, and anticipating a fresh start and an opportunity to embrace the opportunities that lie ahead. We share our resolutions and discuss the difficulty of keeping them. As can be imagined, new beginnings soon become routine and not as easy as we plan. Eight years ago, as I made my New Year’s resolution, I committed my first moment to God. Already my daily prayers were consistent, but I wanted to dedicate my first minute awake to my Lord. It seemed easy, but I soon found out that so often reality sets in, and our priorities and commitments become blurred. Growing up my Grandfather Martinez instilled in all his children and grandchildren what our priorities and family values were: “First God, then family, and never, never forget your community.” In 2014, I will continue to follow those values, God, family, and community. In addition, my 2014 resolution is first to be dedicated to my personal health. As you may know, my first camera was a Christmas gift from my parents. Little did they know that from that moment on, I would have a camera in my hand almost every waking moment. At first it was for fun; then it was to capture what I was seeing along my way to school and at school, during my dad's graduation from college, and at many other special events and holidays. Unfortunately, I didn't always have access to film, but of the photos I have I'm proud of. Sometimes I would take pictures of Hispanic family and friends and pretend that my photos were going to be in magazines and on TV - mostly because I rarely saw images of people that looked like me Latino! When I begin attending college my interest in history grew. It became more clear that part of my life destiny was to photograph my community, as well as to record our history. And as many of my readers know, that passion and commitment has come into fruition through Latino Lubbock Magazine. And, as we embark on the eighth year since our inception, my photography will continue to fill the pages with the goal to one day showcase these photos in historical books of the Latino community, as well as to exhibit in a gallery or Hispanic culture center that I am passionately committed to making happen. So, if I take your picture and it doesn't appear, please know that all of these photos will become a collection that will one day showcase the many contributions, achievements, struggles, celebrations of our Lubbock Latino community - accurately, and through the eye of a Latina. Finally, may God Bless you and your family and place favor over you in 2014. Thank you for believing and supporting us. And thank you to our advertisers. Please invest in their businesses and services. Como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to highlighting the numerous contributions of our Latino community. Thank you to those who support our publication. We are grateful to have 100,000 readers monthly. Please continue to support our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. Thank you for your support and May God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo en mayo y siempre! ¡Happy New Year y Prospero año nuevo! Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist “Latino Lubbock, the Emerging Voice of Lubbock”

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roads in the entertainment industry, 2013 was a great year to be a Latino. Relive 11 moments that made us proud to be Latino this year. Record Number of Latinos In Congress In January, a recordnumber of 31 Latinos took seats in Congress, including three senators. Richard Blanco Recites The Inaugural Poem - In a nation of immigrants, who better than Spanish-born, Cuban-descended Richard Blanco to read the inaugural poem? He was the first immigrant, the first Latino and the first openly gay poet to receive the honor. A Big Step For Spanish In Politics In a historic first, U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fl.) became the first Republican to give a bilingual rebuttal to the State of the Union speech. First Latin American Pope - The Vatican looked beyond Europe to select Argentina's Jorge Mario Bergoglio in March to become Pope Francis I, the first Latin American pontiff. t was a logical choice. Latin America is home to more 480 million Catholics, according to CNN -- more than any other region in the world. Picking a Pope from outside the world's richest countries appears to have had an impact. Pope Francis has turned heads by reportedly sneaking out into the middle of the night to minister to the homeless, and his stinging criticism of capitalism. Carlos Arredondo To The Rescue Costa Rican immigrant Carlos Arredondo became a nationally praised hero when he helped rush Jeff Bauman to receive medical attention after his legs were blown off in the Boston bombings in April. One of the most unforgettable images of 2013 was that of Arredono pinching one of Bauman's arteries closed to staunch the bleeding as he rushed from the scene with an emergency responder and a volunteer. It's worth pausing to note that at one point Arredondo had lived in the United States as an undocumented

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immigrant. Luckily he wasn't deported. Sebastien De la Cruz Shut Down The Haters When 11-year-old mariachi singer Sebastien de la Cruz took the stage to sing the National Anthem before game three of the NBA Finals in June, he faced a deluge of criticism from Twitter haters wondering why a "Mexican" took the honor. Unfazed, de la Cruz answered his critics with class, saying: "They don’t know my life. My father was actually in the Navy for a really long time… People don’t know, they just assume that I’m just Mexican. But I’m not from Mexico, I’m from San Antonio born and raised, a true San Antonio Spurs fan." First All-Latina Leading Cast In Prime Time Actress-Producer-Activist Eva Longoria made TV history in 2013 with the debut of "Devious Maids," featuring an all-Latina leading cast. While the show marked a move forward in an industry that often leaves Latinos out, the show was also criticized for reinforces stereotypes of Latinas as over-sexed maids. A New Spanish-Language Film Record "Instructions Not Included" set a new record at the box office, becoming the most successful Spanish-language film to hit the silver screen in the United States. Home Run Derby Champ Cuban-born Yoenis Céspedes became the first person to win the Home Run Derby after getting passed up for the MLB All-Star Game. Still T h e Highest-Paid Actress In TV For the second st raight year, Modern Family's Sofía Vergara topped the list of highest-paid actors in television, according to

Forbes. Uruguay Legalized It By legalizing the governmentcontrolled production and sale of marijuana, the government of Uruguay dealt a modest but significant blow to an irrational, U.S.-led war on drugs that has empowered violent cartels across Latin America. Pope Francis named 2014 Person of the Year.

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Opinion/opinión Community Update FRESH CUT CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING the Solid Waste Services department will accept fresh cut Christmas trees for recycling. Trees will be accepted at four permanent drop-off locations. Residents are asked to remove all decorations, the metal stand, and any plastic before placing the fresh-cut Christmas tree in the roll-off located outside the gates at the 208 Municipal Drive, 1631 84th Street, 7308 Milwaukee, and 4307 Adrian Street drop-off locations. The landfill will mulch the fresh cut trees. After January 13th and throughout the month of January, the roll-offs will be located inside the gates and residents can drop-off fresh-cut Christmas trees from 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday Saturday. CITY OF LUBBOCK FACILITIES CLOSED ON MLK DAY for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 20. AARP DEFENSIVE DRIVING, Jan. 21, 9 am, Ages 50+ $25, members and $20 for non-members. Safety course provides drivers tips and techniques on how to be a safe driver. Lubbock Senior Center. GENEALOGY WORKSHOP, January 24, 1 pm, Free, Learn the tips and tricks to tracing your family history. Simmons Community Center FITNESS OPEN HOUSES, January 25, 9 am – 1 pm, Teens/Adults, Free! Check out our FREE fitness equipment and meet our class instructors! 5 Locations! Hodges Community Center, Rawlings Community Center, Simmons Community Center, Trejo Supercenter and Lubbock Senior Center.

Immigration Reform: Problem isn’t enforcement, laws out of date and often impractical f you’ve ever discussed immiI gration reform with a friend, neighbor, relative or coworker,

you’ve probably heard someone say we should just enforce the laws we already have on the books. It’s the same line we hear about preventing gun violence, cleaning up our environment, keeping workers safe on the job, and preventing workplace discrimination. The thing is, it’s not true. Our current laws created the mess we have now. Our problem isn’t that we’re not enforcing our laws, it’s that our laws are out of date and often impractical or unenforceable. It’s comforting to believe we could solve everything by hiring more law enforcement agents, but that would barely scratch the surface. If you believe immigration reform boils down to an enforcement question, consider the likely results of a nationwide crackdown. If we deported every one of the estimated 11 million undocumented immigrants in this country, it would wreak havoc on the legal economy – the loss of customers and the families suddenly without breadwinners would be just the start. No increase in Border Patrol spending will change that. Besides, we’ve thrown money at the problem before and it hasn’t

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of dollars on get-tough made a difference. Border fantasies is not going to Patrol enforcement costs happen, and it would be a keep going up, but the disaster if it ever did. agency’s reported numJust as importantly, the ber of annual apprehen“laws on the books” ralsions has been decreasing lying cry ignores huge steadily for years. The opportunities we as a cost to taxpayers per apcountry should be taking prehension has skyrockadvantage of. The Seneted from $238 in 1990 to ate reform bill passed $10,431 in 2011, accordearlier this year increases ing to Business Insider. the number of U.S. CusWhat are we getting by toms and Border Protecpouring untold amounts RAÚL M. GRIJALVA tion officers by 3,500 of money into that apover the next four years, proach? Are we happier which the University of Southern with the results? The important point to remember California found would create more is that undocumented immigra- than 115,000 new jobs and add $7 tion to the United States has slowed billion to the U.S. economy annumore or less to zero. The major pol- ally. That’s a big improvement that icy question we’re facing today isn’t needs to be made today. Sitting on how to stop more immigration, it’s our hands means leaving money on how best to respond to the presence the table. of the millions of people already Unfortunately, prominent figures here. Reform opponents seemingly like House Speaker John Boehner have nothing to say on that point. and Texas Gov. Rick Perry have deThey prefer to repeat “enforce our cided that running out the clock on laws on the books” as though it’s a immigration reform is better for the Republican Party than addressing magic wand. The solution is to create a reason- our country’s needs. As Perry said able earned-pathway system for un- at the Republican Governors’ Asdocumented workers to come into sociation meeting here in Arizona compliance and start to work legally on Nov. 21, “I think immigration in this country. Spending billions reform is going to be very passé.”

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CONTINUE TO PROSPER To The Latino Staff Family: Merry Christmas! From our family to yours. May you continue to prosper. Sincerely, Mr./Mrs. Carlos Moralez (Tahoka) TV ADS NOT REFLECTIVE OF COMMUNITY DIVERSITY We moved to Lubbock in the summer to start a new job. We are from South Texas so this area takes some getting use to - especially if you are Hispanic. I'm writing this letter first to thank you for helping us to find Latino-friendly businesses and events. And, because when my teenage daughter even noticed the lack of Hispanics in TV advertising, even when we shop and bank at their businesses, it's concerning! What can be done to get these businesses to appreciate and validate us? We've decided that we will now ask for a Spanish speaker and ask them to advertise in your publication, as well as that their TV ads reflect the diversity of their employees, as well as their customers! Otherwise we will find someone that does, and we hope others will follow. Thank you for showcasing Hispanics. Joe De la Cruz y familia LP&L MADE YEAR TOUGH It has been a tough year for my family. This economy was harder then it ever was and normally in Lubbock we don't always feel the hard times like what is happening in the bigger cities. But this year, it was hard to keep my head above water, and the hardest part was my LP&L bill. It made our year tough. That's why it makes me mad that they can spend money on Tech advertising, and families like mine couldn't even afford to go to a Tech game because we were paying double on our electric bills. Also, I'm disappointed with Victor Hernandez. Sure during this recall he was all about us, but now he is all about getting himself rich. Don't forget the needs of the people in your district. Sr. Ramirez Copyright 2014 by Latino Lubbock Magazine. All Rights reserved.

KEEPING IN TOUCH Thanks for keeping in touch with our community events. After reading Latino Lubbock we can't say we didn't know about what's going on "en los barrios Latinos de Lubbock". Have a reflective and enjoyable Advent Season. Christmas is almost here! Tavita SHOWCASING OUR RAZA Loving Latino Lubbock Update on Trends & Friends. Probably wouldn't have taken an interest prior to finding that you are on each Thursday. Way to showcase our raza! Amelia Ramirez

Boehner said Nov. 13 that on his watch, the House won’t negotiate at all with the Senate on the issue. That’s not a political gamble – it’s a total failure of leadership. No one thinks our system works well right now. Even if you disagree with the efforts of comprehensive reform advocates like myself, you probably don’t think we’re living in the best of all possible worlds today. The status quo has no serious defenders, but it’s exactly what Boehner, Perry and their friends are keeping in place. Everyone should be able to agree that they want a better immigration system than the one we have now. We can disagree about what that would look like, but it’s important to move past the “enforce the laws we have” talking point. It keeps us from having the serious conversation we need to have about what to change and how. REP. RAÚL M. GRIJALVA has represented Arizona’s Seventh Congressional District since 2003. He co-chairs the Congressional Progressive Caucus and is an active member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. He currently heads the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands and has spent more than 33 years in public service.

BEST IN THE WEST On behalf of our family, we would like to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Keep up the excellent work you do on Latino Lubbock. Without a doubt, the publication is the best in the west. Armando and Linda Yanez AWESOME ISSUE December issue was awesome! All of the stories hit home and it made me feel good about the holidays. Not too mention the cover was awesome! God bless Latino Lubbock and staff! Familia Ramos

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Carrizales announces Obama Approval Down, Still, Groups candidacy for County Judge Remain Strong Supporters Says Poll the Texas Tech School of Law. ubbock He believes the office of Lubbock LDemocrat resident Barack Obama's job (from 7% to 5%), self-identified tends to be Austin Car- County judge needs more transpar- Papproval rating averaged 41% Republicans (from 11% to 8%), and higher among rizales, an- ency and integrity, according to its in November, down 12 percentage self-identified conservatives of any groups that are nounced his plans to run against County Judge Tom Head in November 2014. Carrizales is a 25-year-old Lubbock native. He graduated from Lubbock High School and earned a political science degree from Texas Tech. Later he earned a masters in public administration, and graduated from

newly announced Democratic candidate. Carrizales hopes to use his education and budget-planning experience to better manage the county’s finances. Carrizales said that if elected, he hopes to make activities from the Lubbock County Commissioners Court more visible to the public. Meetings could be moved from their normal 10 a.m. time slot to the evenings. Plus, agendas and financial statements could be more accessible.

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points from 53% last December, his high-water mark since his first year in office. Hispanics' approval has dropped 23 points over the last 12 months, the most among major subgroups, and nearly twice the national average. His approval rating also showed above-average declines among low-income Americans, nonwhites, moderates, and moderates who identify with or lean toward the Democratic Party. Hispanics' approval ratings of Obama have shown the most variation of any group's ratings throughout his presidency. That means their views of him are less firmly anchored than those of other groups, which may help explain why their opinions of the president soured more than any other group's in recent months. Despite the significant decline in their approval ratings over the past 12 months, a majority of Hispanics, 52%, still approve of the job Obama is doing. All major subgroups showed at least some decline over the past year in their views of the way Obama is handling his job as president. The subgroups showing the smallest changes are those that are generally least approving of Obama, and thus had less room to drop -- conservatives who identify with or lean toward the Republican Party

party affiliation (from 26% to 20%). Obama's approval rating among his core political supporters -- who started at higher levels of approval last December -- show declines that match or exceed the national average. This includes a 13-point drop among self-identified Democrats, 14 points among self-identified liberals, and 11 points among liberals who identify as Democrats or lean toward the Democratic Party. Still, these groups remain among the president's strongest supporters, as 78% of Democrats, 70% of liberals, and 82% of liberal Democrats still approve of Obama. Blacks give Obama the highest approval rating of any major subgroup, at 83%, although their approval has fallen by nine points in the last year. Implications - Obama was re-elected with a 50% job approval rating, based on his October 2012 monthly average, which increased to an average 53% in December 2012. But the president has had a rough start to his second term, with the budget sequester in March, a partial federal government shutdown in October, and problems with the rollout of the 2010 healthcare law this fall. As a result, his job approval declined to 41% in November, matching the lowest monthly average of his presidency to date.The decline is apparent among all major subgroups, but

predisposed to support the president, perhaps because those groups had higher levels of approval at his recent peak last December and thus had more room to decline. But if the U.S. economy and other national conditions improve in the future, those same groups are likely to lead a resurgence in Obama's approval ratings. The more substantial drop in Hispanics' approval of the president may reflect, in part, the more volatile nature of their ratings. But it is also a troubling sign for the Democratic Party, given that Hispanics represent an increasingly important segment of the electorate. Explore President Obama's approval ratings in depth and compare them with those of past presidents in the Gallup Presidential Job Approval Center. Results for this Gallup poll are based on telephone interviews conducted Nov. 1-30, 2013, on the Gallup Daily tracking survey, with a random sample of 14,352 adults, aged 18 and older, living in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.

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or the first time in what seems F like ages, Congress has passed a government spending plan without resorting to lastminute brinkmanship such as midnight negotiations to prevent an imminent government shutdown. The Senate voted 6436 last month to send the compromise federal budget framework to President Barack Obama, who has signaled his support. Last week, the budget plan easily passed the House on a 332-94 vote, with solid majorities of both parties supporting it. While the Senate vote was closer, nine Republicans joined the majority Democrats to provide the support needed to reach the required majority of at least 51 votes to pass. The plan guides government spending into 2015,defusing the chances of a shutdown like the one in October that generated public anger against Congress, particularly conservative Republicans blamed for the impasse. Budget deal: Winners and losers Republican Rep. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin and Democratic Sen. Patty Murray of Washington, the budget committee leaders in both chambers, negotiated the deal that eliminates some forced spending cuts known as sequestration that both sides disliked while reducing the deficit by more than $20 billion in coming years. Mixed opinions An ABC News/Washington Post poll released last month showed that 50% of respondents supported the budget plan while 35% opposed it. According to the survey, a majority of Democrats and independents backed the proposal, while only 39% of Republicans liked it. Some Senate Republicans have said the most important issue at the moment was to lower the budget deficit, even if only by a small percentage, and avoid another damaging scenario like the 16-day government shutdown in October. GOP Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin said he wanted "to make sure we avoid any additional government shutdowns." "The federal government does enough harm to our economy,"

Johnson said. "We don't need to add additional harm by this crisis management." Conser vat i v e G O P S e n . Orrin Hatch of Utah said in a statement that "sometimes the answer has to be yes." "Ultimately, his agreement upholds the principles conservatives stand for and, with Democrats controlling the White House and the Senate, it is the best we can hope for," he said of the plan. Democratic Sen. Jon Tester of Montana said his side dislikes some elements of the agreement, but that's life in divided government when the Senate and House are controlled by different parties. "We need to get some certainty, and that's what this does," he said, adding: "Nothing's going to be perfect in this world. It's called compromise." Budget compromise Final congressional approval was a rare example of budget bipartisanship after two years of seemingly endless confrontation and acrimony reflecting the differing ideologies of the two sides. Republicans, especially the conservative tea party wing that emerged in 2010, want to drastically shrink the government as the main tool for reducing federal deficits and debt. Democrats insist on protecting the social safety net for the most vulnerable Americans, such as Social Securityi, Medicare and Medicaid. With midterm elections next year, the Washington dysfunction has spawned public disgust reflected by polls showing support for Congress around record low levels. The budget agreement, which was months in the making, eases spending caps while softening the impact of the sequestration cuts on defense and nondefense programs. It sets overall spending figures through fiscal year 2014, which started on October 1, as well as fiscal year 2015, with the intent of putting off any further congressional budget stalemate until after the

November election. The strong vote in the sharply divided House last week brought a collective sigh of relief among supporters, who initially thought it would sail through the Senate, where bipartisanship has been more the norm. However, some Senate Republicans -- including several in leadership positions -- came out against the bill. "I'd really like to stay within the (spending) caps," complained GOP Sen. John Boozman of Arkansas. "This busts the caps, and as a result, I'll vote against it." Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina and others complained that the plan reduces some military benefits. Three leading tea party-backed senators with 2016 presidential aspirations -- Rand Paul of Kentucky, Ted Cruz of Texas, and Marco Rubio of Florida -- also have come out against the budget compromise for similar reasons. While Democrats support the bill, many had concerns. More liberal senators -- like Tom Harkin of Iowa -- complained that an unemployment benefit extension was not included in the deal. "There's over a million people now who cannot find a job, out of work, and right at this time of year their unemployment insurance is being cut off," he told Radio Iowa last week. "It's really unconscionable." Janet Murguía, President and CEO of NCLR (National Council of La Raza) said, “The federal budget should be a reflection of the highest priorities of our society,” said Murguía. “Policies that cost jobs and cut investments in education, health care and employment are directly at odds with the values of Latinos and our country as a whole.” “After the disastrous government shutdown this past October, Congress now has a window of opportunity to regain the public’s trust, to set aside ideological and partisan differences and to once again begin governing in the interest of our nation,” continued Murguía. “We know our community cares about this issue. But, more importantly, Latino voters are watching the budget debate and outcome. Our voice will be heard and we plan to weigh in on Election Day.”

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Hispanic on Boards Remittances to Latin America like Needle in Haystack Recover-but Not to Mexico

he Hispanic Association on CorT porate Responsibility (HACR) announced the findings today from

its 2013 Corporate Governance Study (CGS) revealing little progress for Hispanic inclusion on corporate boards over the last 20 years. The HACR CGS measures Hispanic inclusion in the CSuite and boardrooms in Fortune 500 companies. The HACR CGS is a publication of the HACR Research Institute (HRI), the research arm of HACR which is devoted to objective research and analysis of Hispanic-related issues in Corporate America. Key findings include: • Latinas only hold 37 out of 5,511 board seats in the Fortune 500. • Hispanics held three percent of seats in the boardroom of the Fortune 500 • 70 percent or nearly 350 companies of the Fortune 500 did not have a Hispanic on their board • Only two percent or 10 Fortune 500 CEOs are of Hispanic heritage • 133 Hispanic individuals held 171 board seats in the Fortune 500 • Only four percent of Fortune 500 companies had two Hispanics on their board

A more diverse boardroom is not only a portrait of American success, it is also good for business and a company’s bottom line. This year’s HACR CGS shows that although Hispanics have made certain gains in the number of seats held in the boardroom, those gains are still a small percentage of the overall total of eligible seats. Between 1993 and 2007, there was significant momentum in Hispanic representation in the corporate boardroom. However, 2013 data suggests the momentum has been lost, and it is important to highlight these gains were minimal and not representative given the size and consumer strength of the U.S. Hispanic population. “Companies such as American Express, Apple, ExxonMobil, and Sears should be embarrassed their boards exclude Hispanics despite a demographic of 60 million consumers with a buying power of $1.3 trillion,” HACR President & CEO Carlos F. Orta said. “The lack of Hispanic inclusion doesn’t bode well for shareholder value given the U.S. Hispanic consumer is the 14th largest economy in the world.”

emittances to Spanish-speaking R Latin American countries overall have recovered from a decline

during the recent U.S. recession, with the notable exception of Mexico, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of World Bank data. Migrants' remittances to Mexico, an estimated $22 billion in 2013, are 29% below their 2006 peak. For all other Spanish-speaking Latin American nations, the 2013 estimate of $31.8 billion slightly surpasses the 2008 peak. Remittances to Spanish-speaking Latin American countries, including Mexico, have more than doubled since 2000, but remain below their peak in 2007, the year the Great Recession began in the U.S. The 2013 estimated total ($53.8 billion) is 13% below 2007's $61.6 billion (in 2013 U.S. dollars). The United States is the most important source of money sent home by migrants to the 17 Latin American nations as a group that are the focus of this report. U.S. remittances accounted for three-quarters of the total in 2012----$41 billion out of $52.9 billion. The decrease for Latin America overall was fueled by a falloff in remittances to Mexico, which receives more than 40% of all remittances to Latin America. By contrast, of the dozen other nations with remittances of more than $500 million a year, seven----Bolivia, El Salvador,

Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Paraguay and Peru----are estimated to have higher remittances in 2013 than during the recession. Flows have not recovered from recession-era declines in A r ge nt i n a , Colombia, Costa Rica, D om i n ica n Republic and Ecuador. The decline in remittances to Mexico----98% of which come from the U.S.----is linked to economic changes in the U.S., where one-in-ten Mexican-born people live. The U.S. housing market crash hurt Mexican immigrants for whom the construction industry is a major job source. Another factor could be the decline in the Mexican immigrant population in the U.S. since the onset of the recession, due to decreased arrivals and increased departures, including deportations. Remittances from the U.S. to Spanish-speaking Latin American countries are concentrated in countries closest to the U.S. border. Mexico alone receives more than half----$23 billion in 2012. The share rises to four-fifths when Guatemala ($4.4 billion), El Salvador ($3.6 billion) and Honduras ($2.6 billion) are added. Among the other findings in the report: • The U.S. accounted for 78% of remittances to Latin America in 2012. Spain, the next-largest sending nation, contributed 8%, or $4 billion. Canada, which ranked third, sent 1%. • Remittances are a larger source of money to Latin America than official foreign aid. In 2011, when foreign aid to Spanish-speaking Latin America

nations totaled $6.2 billion, formal remittances were more than eight times that----$53.1 billion. • Money sent home by migrants represents a varying share of the gross domestic product throughout Spanish-speaking Latin America. The highest shares are in El Salvador (16.5% in 2012), Honduras (15.7%) and Guatemala (10.0%). • Remittance totals are strongly linked to the size of a particular country's immigrant population in the U.S. The Latin American nations that get the highest share of their remittances from the U.S.----Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras----also are the top four in terms of the share of their emigrants who live in the U.S. • The U.S. is the largest source of remittances worldwide, sending a total of $123.3 billion in 2012. Saudi Arabia is next, followed by Canada. Among all countries, the largest recipient of remittances is India, with an estimated $71 billion in 2013. China ranks second, followed by the Philippines and Mexico. This report is based mainly on data on remittances compiled by the World Bank, including overall trends for 2000 to 2013 as well as countryto-country flows for 2012. To add context to the remittance findings, the report also uses World Bank data on foreign aid and GNP, as well as 2012 estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey on the immigrant population in the U.S. from selected Latin American nations. Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan source of data and analysis. It does not take advocacy positions. Its Hispanic Trends Project, founded in 2001, seeks to improve understanding of the U.S. Hispanic population and to chronicle Latinos' growing impact on the nation.

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Women’s 2013 Lent Retreat Feast of St. Josephs Dixie Little League Opening Ceremony Holi Festival of Color at Texas Tech 50s Dance and Sock Hop Our Lady of Grace & St. John Neumann Fundraiser Knights of Columbus # 8097 Fish Fry LYFL Superbowl Ring Ceremony City Wide Easter Egg Hunt at Hodges Celebracion de Pascua con Univision Mis Quince at Amigos Bishop's Guild CHCL Promotora Graduation Banquet Selection of Pope Francis Presidential Lecture & Performance Series Presenting Nachito Herrera LULAC Young Adult Enchilada Fundraiser April/abril New Latino Lubbock Office Blessing 14th Annual Cesar E. Chavez Committee March & Celebration

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Latino Lubbock Hosts Day of the Child Day of the Book/ Dia de los ninos dia de los libros TTU Hispanic Student Society Hispanic Cultural Awareness Week Sigma Lambda Beta Banquet Latino Lubbock Magazine El día de los niños, El día de los libros Event Hispanic Student Society Banquet Hispanic Student Society Fajita Cook-off Sigma Delta Pi Spanish Honor Society Reception Catholic Family Services Volunteer Banquet 3rd LULAC West TX Young Adult Summit held Some Lubbock Warriors make it to Jr. Olympic Championship One Voice, Our Voice Exhibit Community Loteria Night Cesar Chavez Celebration Week Hodges Annual Easter Egg Hunt Hispanic Student Society Annual Scholarship Banquet Lemonade Day Lubbock Lubbock Arts Festival Festival de Oro at Lubbock High school Knights Of Columbus Council 11807 Our Lady Of Guadalupe Golf Tournament Stand Up for Kids with the Children’s Advo-

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Out Heart of Lubbock National Night Out Kick-Off Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Jamaica Business After Hours Hosted by Caprock Home Health Cursillo for Women - De Colores Fiesta HAW Membership Drive 4th Annual Scrape by the Lake Solo Car Show Caprock Business After Hours

Sigma Lambda Beta Banquet “At the Hop” Senior Prom 2013 Hispanic Law Student Association Banquet Our Lady Queen of the Apostles 2nd Golf Tournament Día de Los Niños Event by Latino Lubbock Magazine Tamale Festival at Rawlings Texas Tech Mariachi & Ballet Folklorico Recital Heroes Health Day Lubbock 2013 Society of Professional Engineers (SHPE) Banquet LEARN Let’s Go Advance Banquet 2013 Cinco de Mayo at Cavazos Middle School Hispanic Convocation Highschool Graduations College Graduations June/junio

North Lubbock Boxing Club Tournament St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Jamaica Our Lady of Grace Guadalupanos Men's Club Scholarship Tournament Celebracion de Exito sponsored by the Caprock Foundation Veteran's Mass at the Lubbock Veteran's Memorial New City Council Member Reception 3rd FORE Women Golf Event held by Latino Lubbock Magazine Church Jamaicas Ralls Library Summer Reading Program Women's Protective Services 11th Annual Spur Auction 2013 Hispanic Convocation St. Phillips Jamaica San Ramon Jamaica See Us Save Us 2013 Tomorrow's Leaders Send Off to Washington D.C. St. Patrick's Jamaica Dixie Little League Closing Ceremony Solo Car Show

September/septiembre Hispanic Heritage Month Fiestas Patrias Parade El Grito de Dolores en Guadalupe Park Our Lady of Guadalupe KOC Golf Tournament Dr. Hector P. Garcia Day Knights of Columbus # 11807 Awards Banquet Hispanic Law Student Association (HLSA) Meet & Greet El Grito 2013 at Texas Tech Gala Latina 2013 by the Caprock Foundation – Brazil 42nd Annual Fall Arts and Crafts Festival De Colores Fiesta 2013 Alzheimer’s Walk 2013 Flatlanders Car Show CHCL 19th Street Clinic Ribbon Cutting Idalou Fiestas Parade Holy Spirit Church 15th Anniversary Dunbar Back to School Bash LISD District 1 Town Hall Meeting West Texas Zombie Run

30th Annual Hispana Inspiradora & Scholarship Banquet Gala Latina 2013 - Argentina Life Chain 2013 LULAC Annual Halloween Bato Gacho Fundraiser Trejo Annual Halloween Carnival TTU Hispanic Heritage Game Miss Hispanic Lubbock Pageant 2013 St. Michael's Jamaica Faith Christian Church Back to School Bash Lupus Walk November/noviembre Dial de los muertos events and masses Dia de los Muertos Procession – Art trail CHCL Halloween Carnival Maggie Trejo Halloween LULAC #236 Halloween Party Veteran’s Mass at St. Joseph’s Church Veteran’s Mass at Our Lady of Grace Church Catholic Veteran’s & Knights of Columbus Veteran’s Day Service 2013 LYFL Superbowl at Estacado Field Latino Lubbock Magazine Veteran Reception TTU LULAC Young Adults hold UNITED TO GIVE UMI - "La Cena y Viva Calaca" Dia de Los Muertos at the Texas Tech Museum December/diciembre Dia de la Virgen Event returns to route, Guadalupe Church LULAC’s 22nd Annual Senior Citizen Christmas Dinner Las Pastorelas Las Posadas Lubbock Spanish Spelling Bee held Pancho Clos visit at Maggie Trejo sponsored by American G I Forum 57th Annual Santa Land, Co-Sponsored by Latino Lubbock Magazine ¡Prospero año y felicidad departe de Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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Business/negocío Business/Opportunity Updates JOB SEARCH SEMINAR —Jan. 8, 15, 22, and 29, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Workforce Solutions, 1218 14th St. There is no charge to attend, but registration is requested. For more information or registration please contact Della Trevino at 765-5038, ext. 2134. Monday, Jan. 13 SMALL BUSINESS SALES TAX SEMINAR — Jan. 13 6-8 p.m., Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, Suite 114. This a free seminar sponsored by TTUSBDC and the Texas State Comptroller’s Office for small-business owners or potential owners. If you have questions about: completing sales tax returns, what’s taxable and what’s not, and your responsibility as a taxpayer, we have the answers. Call Elaine at (806) 745-1637 to register. Seating is limited to fifteen people. STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS SERIES — Jan. 14, 6-9 p.m., Small Business Development center, 2579 S. Loop 289, Suite 114. This is an observation-only workshop in a four-part series. Sponsored by TTUSBDC. Topics to be covered are: organizational structure, financing, the business plan and marketing. There is a fee of $49 for all four workshops which will be held on Jan. 14, 16, 28 and 30. Registration deadline is noon Friday, Jan. 10. Call Elaine at (806) 745-1637 to register. No refunds after the registration deadline. SBA OPPORTUNITIES — Jan. 29, 6-8 p.m., Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, Suite 114. This is a free seminar compliments of the Small Business Administration and the TTUSBDC. The following topics will be discussed: information on small-business administration loans, what a business owner should have before applying for a loan, what the banker is looking for in a loan, other programs and services available from the SBA. Seating is limited. Call Elaine at (806) 745-1637 to register. LUBBOCK SCORE provides free counseling to individuals in starting a business. SCORE can help with your business plan to include market analysis and financial D & L projections. For more information please call (806) 472-7462, ext. 117, or visit us online a www.lubbockscore.org BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff and team of volunteers from the professional community. All information will be held in strict confidence. Counseling sessions can be arranged by calling the SBDC at (806) 745-1637. HELP FOR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS AND SMALL BUSINESSES The Lubbock Area Foundation Micro Business Program provides business education, guidance and access to business loans from $500 to $5000 for independent contractors and those starting or expanding a small business. For more info call 762-8061 or visit www.lubbockareafoundation.org

SBA Accepting Nominations for

he U.S. Small Business AdT ministration LubbockWest Texas District

Office is seeking successful and inspiring entrepreneurs to represent the Lubbock District during the 2014 National Small Business Awards event hosted by the SBA. Nominations are due Jan. 17, 2014. The Texas/West Texas District Small Business Person of the Year will be selected based on staying power as evidenced by a minimum three years in business, growth in number of employees, increase in sales, innovativeness of product or service, response to adversity and contributions to community-oriented projects. The Texas/West Texas District award winner- go on to compete for National Small Business Person of the Year award. Any individual or organization dedicated to the support of the small business community in the United States, may submit nominations, including trade and professional associations and business organizations. Nominations will also be accepted

in the following categories: National Small Business Exporter of the Year, National 8(a) Graduate of the Year, National Phoenix (Disaster Recovery) Awards, SBA Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Family-Owned Business of the Year, Entrepreneurial Success Award, Financial Services Champion of the Year, Home-Based Business Champion of the Year, Minority Small Business Champion of the Year, Veteran Small Business Champion of the Year, Women in Business Champion of the Year Nominations should be submitted to U.S. Small Business Administration 1205 Texas Avenue, Room 408, Lubbock, Texas 79401. Nominees who will compete for national awards should submit nominations via the SBA online nominations portal at http://nationalsmallbusinessweek.sba.gov/user For more information, contact Kim Hobgood at 806-472-7462 Ext. 108 or at Kimberly.hobgood@sba. gov.

Target: Customers' encrypted PINs were stolen

arget announces that debit-card T PINs were among the financial informa-

tion stolen from millions of customers who shopped at the retailer earlier this month. The company said the stolen personal identification numbers, which customers type into keypads to make secure transactions, were encrypted and that this strongly reduces risk to customers. In addition to the encrypted PINs, customer names, credit and debit card numbers, card expiration dates and the embedded code on the magnetic strip on back of the cards were stolen from about 40 million credit and debit cards used at Target stores between Nov. 27 and Dec. 15. Security experts say it's the second-largest theft of card accounts in U.S. history, surpassed only by a

scam that began in 2005 involving retailer TJX Cos. Gartner security analyst Avivah Litan said that the PINs for the affected cards are vulnerable and people should change their codes since such data has been decrypted, or unlocked, before. "It's not impossible, not unprecedented (and) has been done before," she said. Besides changing your PIN, Litan says shoppers should instead opt to use their signature to approve transactions because it is safer. Still, she said Target did "as much as could be reasonably expected" in this case. Credit card companies in the U.S. plan to replace magnetic strips with digital chips by the fall of 2015, a system already common in Europe and other countries that makes data theft more difficult.

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Wellness/ bienestar

Achieving a Healthy Health Checklist year. New life. Imagine waste of time. Diet Rich in Folic Acid New starting 2014 with a clean slate: Resolution 2: Be aware all of last year’s illnesses have disap- that many diseases—in-

BY Autumn Bollinger MS, RD, LD FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

ith a new year W upon us, it’s time to make those

changes that we have all been dreading. For many, the word ‘diet’ comes to mind. Well, the truth is, January is a good time to start thinking about how our daily eating habits can impact our health for years to come. Folic Acid Awareness Week reminds us that by focusing on what we put in our bodies today, we can prevent health complications in our future. Women of childbearing age, those who wish to become pregnant and pregnant women alike should all be thinking about their folic acid intake in an effort to reduce the risk of birth defects. Adequate intake is also important to growing children and aging adults. Because folic acid helps build healthy new cells throughout the body, long-term deficiencies can mean changes in hair and skin as well as decreased energy levels. Getting an appropriate amount of

folic acid in your diet can be relatively easy to accomplish and can be achieved by consuming a balanced diet containing a variety of whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Incorporating natural sources such as green leafy vegetables, melons, citrus fruits, beans, nuts and peas into a diet that includes enriched sources such as cereal, bread, pasta and crackers will help ensure a balanced meal plan sufficient in folic acid. Supplementing with folic acid may result in intakes greater than the 1,000 mcg per day recommended for adults 19 years and older. As a result, speaking with your primary care physician is encouraged before starting any vitamin and/or mineral regimen.

peared and any future sickness can be prevented. While that’s not possible, keeping these resolutions can help you maintain or improve your health in 2014. Resolution 1: Make sure you have a primary care physician. Whether specializing in general or internal medicine, this doctor is as critical to your health as a conductor is to an orchestra. Among other things, a primary care doctor can help you choose the right specialist for what ails you. If you have back pain, for instance, you might assume it’s a kidney problem. But if your problem turned out to be in your spinal column, going to a kidney specialist or urologist would be a

cluding heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis, diabetes, and AIDS—display no early warning signs. So get a yearly checkup before symptoms manifest. Be sure your race, ethnicity, and age are considered: for example, diabetes is much more common among Hispanics, so a test to measure your blood sugar is key. Colonoscopies, mammograms, Pap smears, and tests for prostate-specific antigens (PSAs), blood lipids (total, good, and bad cholesterol; triglycerides), bone density, and HIV can detect many diseases early.

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empezar el año nuevo Itodasmagínese haciendo borrón y cuenta nueva: las enfermedades del año pas-

ado desaparecen y cualquier afección futura se podrá prevenir. Si bien eso no es posible, mantener los siguientes propósitos podría ayudarlo a conservar o mejorar su salud durante el año 2014. Propósito 1: Asegurarse de tener un médico de atención primaria. Este médico, ya sea que esté especializado en medicina general o interna, es tan importante para su salud como lo es un director para una orquesta. Entre otras cosas, puede ayudarlo a elegir al especialista adecuado para tratar la afección que lo aqueja. Propósito 2: Ser consciente de que ciertas enfermedades no dan señales

tempranas de advertencia. Entre ellas se encuentran las enfermedades cardíacas, el cáncer, la osteoporosis, la diabetes y el SIDA. Hágase un examen médico anual y asegúrese de que sean tenidos en cuenta su raza, grupo étnico y edad, ya que hay enfermedades, como la diabetes, que son mucho más frecuentes entre los hispanos —por lo que un examen en ayunas para medir el azúcar en sangre es clave—. Las colonoscopías, las mamografías, el Papanicolau, el análisis de antígeno prostático específico, el de lípidos en sangre — colesteroles total, bueno y malo, y triglicéridos—, el de densidad ósea y el de VIH pueden detectar muchas enfermedades temprano. Propósito 3: Conocer sus anteceden-

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Resolution 3: Know your personal and family medical history, and be alert to any changes you notice in your body. Your doctor depends on this type of information to order and interpret tests, including some nonroutine examinations such as sonograms, CT scans, genetic testing for cancer risk, MRI evaluations, psychiatric visits, and vision and hearing exams. Resolution 4: Finally, and most importantly: lead a healthy lifestyle in a healthy environment. Smoke-free air, a healthy diet, regular physical activity under your doctor’s supervision, and good oral hygiene may make it possible to say at the end of 2014, “I’ve had a great year!”

Agenda de salud para 2014

tes médicos personales y familiares, y estar alerta a cambios en su organismo. El médico depende de esta información para interpretar resultados y prescribir exámenes relevantes, incluyendo algunos no rutinarios, como son las ecografías, las tomografías axiales computarizadas, las resonancias magnéticas, el análisis genético para la evaluación del riesgo de cáncer, las consultas psiquiátricas, los exámenes de vista y las audiometrías. Propósito 4: Llevar un estilo de vida sano en un medio ambiente saludable

es lo más importante. Un ambiente sin humo, una dieta sana, la actividad física y una buena higiene oral harán más factible que al finalizar el 2014 pueda decir: “¡Qué buen año que he tenido!”

¿Cuál es la mejor manera de lavarse las manos? os CenL tros para el Control y la

Las personas mayores y aquellas manos con mayor frecuencia. con enfermedades crónicas que dis- El estar conscientes de lo que tominuyan las defensas (cáncer, HIV, camos y lavar nuestras manos adecPrevención de artritis reumatoide, diabetes melli- uadamente, puede prevenir muchas las Enferme- tus, trasplantados), deben lavarse las enfermedades. dades (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés) recomiendan seguir la siguiente técnica: Mojarse las manos con agua corriMICHAEL LEHMAN, M.D. ente limpia (fría o caliente) y aplicar jabón. DAVID LONG, M.D. Frotarse las manos para hacer espuBRYAN D. HARRIS, M.D. ma y restregar vigorosamente las palmas y el dorso de las manos y la piel entre los dedos durante aproxiDiseases of the Skin • Skin Cancer madamente 20 segundos (¡aproxiAdult & Pediatric Skin Diseases • Mohs Micrographic Surgery madamente lo que dura cantar dos Feliz Cumpleaños!). • Scierotherap, Restylane, Botox, Microdermabrasion, Enjuagarse con agua corriente. Chemica Peels • Fraxel Secarse las manos con una toalla limpia, papel toalla o dejarlas secar • Laser Surgery For Removal of Birthmarks, al aire. Spider Veins, Wrinkles, Age Spots, Tattoos, Hair Removal No es necesario usar jabones antisépticos, un jabón común y corriente www.lehmandermatology.com puede hacer un buen trabajo y estudios hechos en Bangladesh han demostrado que, aunque no es lo ideal, incluso lavarse con agua sola previene enfermedades. Si no hubiera agua y jabón, los geles desinfectantes con por lo menos 60 % de alcohol pueden servir, pero lo preferible es el Se habla español agua y el jabón.

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FREE DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT CLASSES Community Health of Lubbock is offering classes at Mae Simmons Community Center, 2004 Oak Ave. Classes will be offered every Tuesday for 8 weeks beginning January 7th - February 25th, 2014, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Registration is required please contact Sarina at 765-2611 ext. 1007 FREE NUTRITION CLASSES Community Health Center of Lubbock is offering classes at Mae Simmons Community Center, 2004 Oak Ave. Classes will be offered January 7th - February 25th, 2014 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Registration is required please contact Sarina at 765-2611 ext. 1007 FREE DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT CLASSES Community Health of Lubbock is offering classes at Arnett-Benson Medical & Dental Clinic, 3301 Clovis Rd. Classes will be offered every Thursday for 8 weeks beginning January 23rd - March 13th, 2014, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Registration is required please contact Sarina at 765-2611 ext. 1007 FREE NUTRITION CLASSES Community Health Center of Lubbock is offering classes at Arnett-Benson Medical & Dental Clinic, 3301 Clovis Rd. Classes will be offered every Thursday for 8 weeks beginning January 23rd - March 13th, 2014, from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Registration is required please contact Sarina at 765-2611 ext. 1007 PRENATAL CLASSES Arnett-Benson Medical & Dental Clinic is offering classes at Arnett-Benson Medical & Dental Clinic, 3301 Clovis Rd. Classes will be offered every Wednesday for 6 weeks beginning January 8th - February 12th. 2014, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. For more class information and registration please contact Yvonne at 765-2611 ext. 1009 FREE EXERCISE CLASSES Community Health Center of Lubbock is offering Step Up to Fitness exercise classes for adults at Arnett- Benson Medical & Dental Clinic, 3301 Clovis Rd. Classes will be offered every Tuesday Starting January 7th, 2014, from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. This program focuses on prevention and healthy living. For more information please contact Yvonne at 765-2611 ext 1009 WALKING CLUB KICKOFF Will be held on Monday January 13th, 2014 at Rush Elementary, 4702 15th St. The walk will begin at 9 a.m. to 12 noon. This will include Free Health Screening Blood Pressure check, weight, Blood Sugar, Cholesterol and BMI. For more information contact Yvonne with Community Health Center of Lubbock at 765-2611 ext. 1009 WELLNESS CLINICS Every 2nd Tuesday 9 am to 12 pm , at Our Lady of Grace Church Buxkemper Hall, 3107 Erskine. And, every 3rd Tuesday 9 am to 12 pm , at St. Joseph’s Church Parish Hall, 102 N. Ave P . FREE DOCTORS CLINIC The Family Church at 34th Street and Boston Avenue holds a free doctors clinic at 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Three to four doctors volunteer their time each week and can see up to 20 patients. The clinic also includes free vouchers for prescriptions. For information, call 799-4329. FREE SICK CHILDREN'S CLINIC is a free, all-volunteer clinic that treats sick children up to age 15 at 10th Street and Avenue A. Prescriptions at the on-site pharmacy are free. Call 762-1805 to hear the hours for the week. LUBBOCK AREA AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP Meeting is the second Tuesday night of each month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. All amputees, family members, and friends are welcome to attend. For more information for meeting locations and/or questions call 806-281-7646 or 806-748-5870.

January 2014, Vol. 8, Issue 1

10 Tips for New Year’s Resolutions

Planning is best way to keep resolution

hances are, at C some time in your life you’ve

made a New Year’s Resolution - and then broken it. This year, stop the cycle of resolving to make change, but not following through. Here are 10 tips to help get you started. 1. Be realistic: The surest way to fall short of your goal is to make your goal unattainable. For instance, resolving to never eat your favorite desserts again could be a bad choice. Strive for a goal that is attainable. 2. Plan ahead: Don’t make your resolution on New Year’s Eve. If you wait until the last minute, it will be based on your mind-set that particular day. Instead it should be well planned before December 31 arrives. 3. Outline your plan: Decide how you will deal with the temptation to skip the exercise class, or just have one more cigarette. 4. Make a “pro” and “con” list: It may help to see a list of items on paper to keep your motivation strong. Develop this list over time, and ask others to contribute to it. Keep your list with you and refer to it when you need help keeping your resolve. 5. Talk about it: Don’t keep your resolution a secret. Tell friends and family members who will be there

to support your resolve to change yourself for the better. The best case scenario is to find yourself a buddy who shares your New Year’s Resolution and motivate each other. 6. Reward Yourself: This doesn’t mean that if your resolution is to diet you can eat an entire box of chocolates. Instead, celebrate your success by treating yourself to something that you enjoy. 7. Track your progress: Keep track of each small success you make toward reaching your larger goal. Short-term goals are easier to keep, and small accomplishments will help keep you motivated. 8. Don’t Beat Yourself Up: Obsessing over the occasional slip won’t help you achieve your goal. Do the best you can each day, and take them one at a time. 9. Stick to it: Experts say it takes about 21 days for a new activity, such as exercising, to become a habit, and 6 months for it to become part of your personality. 10. Keep trying: If your resolution has totally run out of steam by midFebruary, don’t despair. Start over again! There’s no reason you can’t make a “New Year’s Resolution” any time of year.

The Doc or Is In

Advice from our Doctors... Consejos de nuestros médicos The Flu

• Avoid touching eyes, nose fter a late start, the flu virus or mouth. has made its way to Lubbock. If you haven’t received your flu shot yet, you can still get one from La gripe UMC Physician Network Servic- La gripe es la es locations in Lubbock and the séptima causa South Plains. más común The Centers for Disease Control de muerte enand Prevention (CDC) recom- tre los latinos mends yearly seasonal flu vaccine mayores de 65 as the most important step in pro- años. Todos a tecting against seasonal influenza. partir de los DR. EMILY Each year in the United States, one seis meses de FERNANDEZ in five people may get the seasonal edad lo hagan. flu. More than 200,000 people are Sólo tres de cada 10 latinos la rehospitalized from flu complica- cibieron el año pasado, lo que es tions and about 36,000 people die preocupante porque con enfermefrom flu-related causes every year. dades como la diabetes y el asma Vaccination is especially impor- tan comunes entre los latinos, putant for people at high risk of se- ede haber complicaciones. Ahora, rious flu complications, including sólo se necesita una inyección y young children, pregnant women, existe una nueva de alta dosis para people with chronic health condi- los mayores de 65 años. tions like asthma, diabetes or heart Consejos para evitar la comand lung disease and people 65 bustión incluyen: years and older. • Cúbrase la nariz y boca con un pañuelo desechable al toser. Tips to avoid the flue include: • Lávese las manos frecuente• Cover nose and mouth with a tis- mente con agua y jabón. sue when you cough. • Evite tocarse los ojos, la nariz • Wash hands often with soap and o la boca. water. EMILY FERNANDEZ, M.D., is a member of UMC Physician Network Services. She is located at 3502 9th Street, Ste. 360. For an appointment call (806) 761-0707. For more information, visit pnsonline.net

Cervical Cancer Awareness ncourage the of new cases of invaE Hispanic women sive cervical cancer you love (including and the second-highyourself!) to take time out this month to get a Pap test and pelvic exam. It could save a life! The American Cancer Society estimates that when all the figures are in, over 10,000 women will have been diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer in 2006, and about 3,700 will die of the disease. Hispanic women have the highest rate

est death rates, more than twice that of non-hispanic white women. Fortunately, the majority of these deaths can be prevented through early detection and treatment. When you get regular Pap tests and pelvic exams, your health care provider can find and treat abnormal cells in the cervix before they turn into cancer.

Mes de la concientización sobre el cáncer de cuello de útero

liente a las mujeres hispanas que A usted ama (incluyendo a usted misma) a tomarse el tiempo para

hacerse un Papanicolau y un examen de la pelvis. ¡Esto puede salvar una vida! La Sociedad Americana del Cáncer estima que, al concluir el año, más de 10.000 mujeres habrán sido diagnosticadas con cáncer invasivo de cuello de útero durante 2006, y alrededor de 3.700 morirán debido a la enfermedad. Las mujeres hispanas registran la tasa más elevada de

nuevos casos de cáncer invasivo de cuello de útero y la segunda tasa más elevada de muerte por la enfermedad, más del doble de la tasa registrada entre mujeres blancas no hispanas. Por fortuna, la mayor parte de esas muertes se puede prevenir a través de detección temprana y tratamiento. Al hacerse exámenes periódicos de Papanicolau y de la pelvis, su médico puede descubrir y tratar las células que se están alterando antes de que se conviertan en células cancerosas. Copyright 2014 by Latino Lubbock Magazine. All Rights reserved.

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Education/ Educación

Congratulates 2013 Dec. Grads!

COLLEGE GRADUATE Zach Dominguez Earned a 2nd Bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech in Electronic Media. He is an intern for Latino Lubbock Magazine, a Saddle Tramp, a member of Omega Delta Phi. He is from Arlington, TX.

COLLEGE GRADUATE Brittney Musquiz Earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree from San Angelo University. She majored in Nursing. Musquiz is daughter of Albert Aguilar, and Sylvia Garza; the grandaughter of Arthur & Terri Aguilar.

COLLEGE GRADUATE Jonathan Gutierrez Earned a Bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech. He majored in Journalism, and served as an intern for Latino Lubbock Magazine. He is from San Antonio.

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College-Bound High School Senior Planning Calendar ome of you have been planning · FinalS for this year for quite some time, ize finanwhile for others it seems as though cial aid it has suddenly appeared from nowhere. Your senior year and your half way through. For college-bound seniors you must get on the ball, it’s a time to narrow down your list of colleges, gather all your necessary test scores and high school transcripts, request letters of recommendation, and complete work on your college admission essays. . . and in reality, for most of you, this process began at least a year ago, if not longer. Don’t fret if you’re late to the game, however, you still have plenty of time to get your college applications in - as long as you’re willing to put the time in to complete them. Here’s how your senior year should look, month-by-month. JANUARY · If applying for financial aid, get started on preparations by obtaining a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. · Stay focused on grades. FEBRUARY · Complete the FAFSA, if possible. (You'll need your family's/guardian's tax records.) · Keep track of your college applications; be sure all schools have received all your materials. · Stay focused on grades. MARCH · College decision letters begin arriving. · Celebrate your acceptances, decide about your wait lists, and deal positively with your rejections.

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9, 2014 by 3 p.m. If you prefer to register for the Spring 2014 Dual Credit courses in person, SPC will have a Registration Session on The South Plains College Dual Credit Office will have enrollment in their office on Wednesday, January 8th from 9:00-5:30, on the Reese Campus. Bring all required paperwork.

SCHOLARSHIP INFO ONLINE Fastweb.com - This website claims to be the most complete source of local, national, and college-specific scholarships on the net. It probably is, as it lists thousands of scholarships. Fastweb allows you to identify favorites to work on, and it has direct links to the scholarship sites. When you sign up, you can get email updates when new scholarships become available. Good and free resource. STUDY ABROAD IN SALAMANCA, SPAIN Fecha: 31 de mayo a 29 de junio de 2013. Para m ás informaci ón: Dra. Comfort Pratt, c.pratt@ttu.edu o (806) 8345710. AAUW SCHOLARSHIP The Association of University Women Educational Foundation Apply at www.aauw.org ACADEMIC COMPETITIVENESS GRANTS (ACG) U.S Department of Education Apply at www2.ed.gov/programs/ smart/index.html NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION, Inc. (NSNA) Breakthrough To Nursing Scholarships For Ethnic Apply online at www.nsna.org BUICK ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Buick Achievers for Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business-related programs of study Apply online at www.buickachievers.com $30K MASTER’S-LEVEL, GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIPS through The Rotary Foundation. Scholarships will be awarded to fund post-baccalaureate study at an accredited university located outside the United States & its territories in a country where Rotary has a presence so that a Rotary host club can be arranged. Apply online at www. Rotary.org/en/grants HACU NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is accepting online applications for its Scholarship Program. More than $100,000 will be awarded to eligible students. Application Deadline: Jan 01, 3000 Apply online: www.hacu.net/hacu/ Scholarships.asp HSF/ GENERAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS are designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. Application Deadline: Jan 01, 3000. Apply online at: www.hsf.net/innercontent. aspx?id=460 GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM a good-through-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice. We provide Gates Millennium Scholars with personal and professional development through our leadership programs along with academic support throughout their college career. Application Deadline: Jan 01, 3000 Apply Online: http://www.gmsp.org/ publicweb/aboutus.aspx

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applications. · Continue searching and applying for scholarships and grants. · Stay focused on grades. APRIL · Make decision about college choice from among the colleges that accepted you. · Notify all colleges (that accepted you) of your final decision. · Submit tuition deposit to your college of choice. · Continue searching and applying for scholarships and grants. · Stay focused on grades. MAY · Be sure to submit paperwork for room and board. · Continue searching and applying for scholarships and grants. · Stay focused on grades. JUNE · Celebrate your high school success! · Send thank you notes (if you haven't already) to everyone who helped you this year. · Start planning for college. · Watch college's summer deadlines (orientations, housing options, registration, etc.) closely. JULY · Register for fall courses at your college. · Begin preparing for your new adventure.

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Youth Opportunities FREE THROW CONTEST sponsored by the Knights of Columbus #8097, Sat., Jan. 18th. Starting at 10 am till 12 pm. Boys & Girls Ages 10 – 14. Trophies will be given to 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners in both categories. The tournament will be held at the Lubbock High School Gym, 19th and Ave T. SHARE A BOOK MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. BIRTHDAY PARTY, Jan. 21, 6 p.m. Celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. - read stories highlighting his achievements and sing songs that were written about him. Each child will receive a free book to take home, courtesy of Literacy Lubbock. Ages 3-11. At the Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Dr. READY TO READ Join us for a read-aloud with guest readers Saturday, Jan. 18, 1 p.m. There will be snacks and free books, courtesy of East Lubbock Promise Neighborhood. Ages 0 to 5. At the Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Dr. OPEN FITNESS Avoid the unpredictable weather of high winds and too hot temperatures. Use our fitness equipment to get fit! Treadmill, bikes and more! Ages 13+ (13-16 yrs. needs guardian) 3 p.m., M-F at the Trejo Center. Free.

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Program. The mission of the Junior Ambassador program is to foster the development of friendship, understanding and education through International Ambassador Exchange. The Junior Ambassador Program provides a unique opportunity for students to learn first-hand about the Japanese culture as they travel to Lubbock’s sister city, Musashino City, Japan, for one week. Travel dates are June 2-9, 2014. Area students currently enrolled in the 7th, 8th, or 9th grade are eligible to apply. Interested students must turn in an application, a one page essay on why they want to travel to Japan, and three reference letters to

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the program coordinator by January 31, 2014. All applicants will be interviewed by a panel of City employees. Sixteen students will be selected to participate. Applications and additional program details are available on the City’s website at mylubbock.us/departments/junior-ambassadors and at the City of Lubbock Municipal Building, Room 107. The deadline to apply is January 31, 2014. Applications should be submitted at the City of Lubbock Municipal Building, Room 107 or to: Junior Ambassador Program, P.O. Box 2000 Lubbock, TX 79457. For more information contact Sarah Hensley, Jr. Ambas- WE CAN SHARE FOOD DRIVERS: Students from all over LISD including the sador Program Coordinator at (806) McWhorter Mustangs, participated in the U Can Share Food Drive benefitting the South 775-2154 or via email at shensley@ Plains Food Bank. Way to go students! mylubbock.us.

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Anniversary/Wedding Announcements

Anniversary Aurelio & Minerva Piña, 59th as of 1/2/55

Anniversary Nehemias Sr. & Lupe Martinez 58th as of January 13th

10 Tips to be Organized in 2014

ecognize clutter in your life and R clear it this new year. The desk, the home, the car. With a few simple

HAPPY NEW YEAR: On behalf of Christy Martinez-Garcia, publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine; Amaris Garcia, Assistant Editor; and Frank Garcia, and the Latino Lubbock family, we wish you a very blessed year, un Prospero Año Nuevo! Y muchos bendiciones.

Anniversary Juan & Julia Ramonez, 55th as of January 6,1959

Anniversary Juan & Virginia Almanza 55th as of 1/26/59

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Anniversary photos may be mailed or delivered by the 21st of each month, along with payment. The fee is $25. Please submit photo, name, number of years, and wedding date. Call ONE FOR ALL AND ALL FOR ONE: For the 22nd year, LULAC #263 mem- (806)792-1212 for more info, or email us at bers of Lubbock, Texas with the LULAC Young Adult council, hosted the Annual Senior latinolubbock@suddenlink.net Citizen Dinner and Dance. The group served food, provided special door prizes, and gifts. They also had a n exclusive visit from Pancho Claus.

Anniversary Rufus & Griselda Martinez 52nd as of Nov. 25, 1961

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strategies, you can recognize and tackle clutter, organize your space and take back your life. 1. Where Do I Start? Think Small! Choose one drawer, one closet, one cupboard or cabinet in one room. Plan and schedule ahead for the next project areas. 2. Schedule the Time to Organize. Plan this project out like any other scheduled appointment on your calendar. 3. Plan Ahead. Ask for help. Make sure this time will be undisturbed and without distractions. 4. Decide How You Want To Use The Space. Whatever is cluttering up the space you choose may not be what you even want there. 5. Get Prep Tools Ready. Cleaning products, clothes, broom, and vacuum cleaner. Pens, labels, stapler, rubber bands; items that help you to combine and contain like items and identify them. Storage Boxes, a Trash can, and a Recycle box: For recyclables such as glass, paper, plastics. 6. Dig In! It's a very good idea to take everything off or out of the area or section of the area and go through just one pile at a time. 7. Shine It Up! While the area is empty get a damp cloth or polishing cloth and clean off the surfaces making them fresh and new again, vacuum and make it new. 8. Save What You Want. After you've shined and polished your space, put back only those items that really belong there. 9. Finish or Reschedule make sure to redistribute all of the designated boxes, containers and bags to where they need to go. 10. Maintain, Maintain, Maintain Ninety percent of life is maintenance! Take 10-20 minutes a day, to put everything back where it belongs!

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Anniversary Esther & Noe DeLeon, 5th as of January 24th

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Home/casa Neighborhood Meetings HOMEOWNER WORKSHOP has been scheduled for January 25, 9 am to 12 pm – Byron Martin Technology Center. For more information call Lubbock Habitat for Humanity at 806-763-4663. ARNETT-BENSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS Join your neighbors and help work for the betterment of the community. Hosted by the Neighborhood Association the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Trejo Center, 3200 Amherst. HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, 1706 23rd. GUADALUPE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meetings are scheduled the last Tues. of every month at 6 PM, at St. Joseph's Church 102 N. Ave. P. TECH TERRACE UNIT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Last Thursday of each month, at 6 p.m. at JT Hutch cafeteria.

Tips to Protect Your Home & Your Family a f e t y during this season when Christmas Sis a lights and candles are lit for long year-round periods. There should be one smoke

concern and is especially critical during the holid ays when friends and family visit. 1. Set Up a Proper Security System. A professionally installed security system is a great way to feel safe at home, not only when the family is there, but when traveling during the holidays. A system can be installed for less than $1,000. Studies have shown that security systems and well-lit homes deter criminals. 2. Install Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. These two inexpensive devices save lives, especially

Sugerencias para proteger el hogar y la familia

a seguridad es algo que preocupa JACKSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Meets monthly, durante todo el año y es especialthe last Saturday of each mente crítica en la temporada de fiesmonth at 10 a.m. in the tas cuando amigos y familiares están Jackson school cafeteria. de visita. Call (806)687-1751 for info. 2-1-1 NON-EMERGENCY QUESTIONS 2-1-1 is a free help line answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which will link you to health and community services. 3-1-1 CITIZENS CALL CENTER provides citizens with direct access to Non-Emergency City Services. Call takers are available 8 to 5 pm daily to answer citizen calls and direct the caller to the desired City Department All Emergency calls still need to go to 9-1-1. Certain Service Requests are available online on the Online Citizen Help Center found on the City of Lubbock website – www.ci.lubbock. tx.us or 311.mylubbock.us.

January Prayer A PRAYER FOR TODAY Father God, today I raise my level of expectancy. I choose to take the limits off of my thinking. I know that You are able to do exceedingly, abundantly above all I could ever ask, think or imagine. Thank You for the blessing You have in store for me in 2013! In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

detector and one carbon monoxide detector or a combination unit on every floor of the home, especially near bedrooms. The average cost is $25-$50 and First Alert and Kidde are two popular manufacturers. 3. Safeguard the Fireplace. The fireplace is the perfect centerpiece to entertain and keep warm. Without proper maintenance and cleaning, however, fireplaces can HISPANIC PEACE OFFICER'S ASSOCIATION: Members of the HPOA asturn into safety hazards. Call a pro- sisted the American GI Forum for the 5th year at the annual visit from Pancho Claus held fessional to inspect and clean the at the Maggie Trejo Center. chimney every year. More Quick and Easy Fixes: Ensure that all area rugs have anti-skid tape or padding to keep them sure-footed. Have a good, strong step-stool to reach items.

1. Instale un sistema de seguridad adecuadoUn sistema de seguridad instalado profesionalmente es una excelente manera de sentirse seguro en el hogar, cuando la familia esté de visita así como también mientras uno esté de viaje durante las fiestas. Un sistema se puede instalar por menos de US$1,000. Los estudios muestran que los sistemas de seguridad y los hogares bien iluminados pueden disuadir a los delincuentes. 2. Instale detectores de humo y monóxido de carbono. Estos dos aparatos poco costosos ayudan a salvar vidas, especialmente durante esta temporada en la que las luces y velas

de Navidad están encendidas durante largas horas. Debe haber un detector de humo y un detector de monóxido de carbono o una unidad combinada en cada piso en el hogar, en especial cerca de los dormitorios. El costo promedio es de $25 a $50 y First Alert y Kidde son dos fabricantes populares. 5TH ANNUAL TAMALE CONTEST WINNERS: More then 40 tamale entries 3. Proteja la chimenea. La chimenea were judged at the Amigo's Tamale Cook-Off,but Alice Aguero was the first place winner. es la pieza central perfecta para entretener y mantener el calor. Sin embargo, sin el mantenimiento y limpieza adecuados las chimeneas se pueden convertir en un riesgo para la seguridad. Llame a un profesional para que inspeccione y limpie la chimenea todos los años. Más arreglos rápidos y fáciles: Asegúrese que todas las alfombras tengan una almohadilla o cinta adhesiva antideslizante para mantenerlas seguras al pisar. Tenga a mano una

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SOLITOS RIDE WITH PANCHO CLAUS: Solitos Car Club members took time to pose before Pancho Claus' annual visit at the Trejo Super Center. Various car, bike, and Clubs were among the volunteers helping the American GI Forum Pancho Claus program. More then 1,000 toys were collected and Solitos held their 5th annual toy drive prior to the event where children got to meet with Pancho Claus, and receive a goody bag.

pre nos deja buenos recuerdos. Y en América Latina todos tenemos nuestras costumbres para celebrar el último día del año. En Costa Rica, por ejemplo, suelen comerse una naranja y según el número de semillas que tenga, es el que debes escoger al comprar la lotería. Revive algunas tradiciones típicamente latinas, y quién sabe, tal vez incorpores una nueva este 31 de diciembre. 12 uvas para 12 deseos Con cada uva pides un deseo para el año nuevo. ¿Alguna vez te has fijado que en medio de los abrazos y los besos de la medianoche, algunos se van calladitos a comer sus uvas? Esta dulce tradición es típica en Perú Chile, Colombia, México, Puerto

Rico, Venezuela, El Salvador, Ecuador y Argentina, en donde se comen 12 uvas pasas. Lentejas para la abundancia Esta tradición es muy popular en México, Venezuela y Chile. Algunos se comen un plato de lentejas mientras que otros, con apenas una cucharada, buscan atraer riqueza, abundancia y prosperidad para el año que comienza. La vuelta a la manzana para viajar A la medianoche, después de abrazar a tus seres queridos, tienes que salir corriendo con maleta en mano para darle la vuelta completa a la manzana. Esta costumbre es la preferida de quienes desean viajar un montón en el 2014 y se encuen-

tran en Ecuador, México, Venezuela, Colombia, Costa Rica, Perú y Puerto Rico. Amarillo para el bolsillo y rojo para la pasión La ropa interior amarilla es para atraer dinero y fortuna, mientras que la roja es para llamar la pasión y el amor. Esta tradición es una de las preferidas en República Dominicana, Costa Rica, Chile, Colombia, Perú,y Ecuador.

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But what does his legacy mean for Latinos today? Has his dream been achieved? Unfortunately, it has not. Blacks and Latinos continue to lag in educational attainment, in socioeconomic status, and to face discrimination. And one of the biggest civil rights issues facing the country today is synonymous with being Latino – immigration and undocumented workers. Latinos are now the largest racioethnic group in the United States – we are over 50 million strong. But the whole notion of “race” is very complex for us. Recently the Census Bureau has proposed to change the questions on race and ethnicity on the census.

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ence of Martin Luther King Jr. is undeniable, even if it has not yet fully been realized. As Latinos, many recognize the impact he had in inspiring Dolores Huerta, Cesar Chavez and the United Farm Workers to adopt nonviolence principles -- which King learned from Gandhi's struggles against the British in India -- in their long march for better working conditions and respectable wages for the migrant laborers of California's farmlands. It can also be seen it Hispanic integration and leadership across the U.S., as Latinos wield increasing influence across local, state and national stages, ensuring that the issues which matter most to Latinos are indeed 'on the table'.

Kemp, of the Lubbock Fire Depart- received the Director’s Award. ment, began the long process of The Lubbock Regional Public establishing the memorial. Safety Memorial is located at Throughout the years, the Leroy Elmore Park on Quakmen researched possible er Avenue near south Loop costs, studied grant op289. The memorial honors tions, organized fundraisfallen law enforcement offiers and secured donations cers, firefighters and medics to create the memorial, in the Lubbock region. which was unveiled Sept. The 7,000-square-foot me11, 2013. In recognition of his morial displays the names of 47 commitment and work to make first responders who have died in the the memorial a reality, Chief Kemp line of duty.

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¡Ya Vienen Los Reyes Magos!

Here come the Three Wise Men The evening of the 6th is when the

fter New Year’s Day, many A Latino families still have a very special date to commemorate

and enjoy. On January 6, most of the Hispanic world celebrates El Dia

De Reyes, the Epiphany, remembering the day when the Three Wise Men following the star to Bethlehem, arrived bearing their treasured gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh for the Baby Jesus. On the night, of January 5, the figurines of the Three Wise Men are added to the nativity scene. Some families still encourage their children to put out old shoes so that the Wise Men will leave them presents. At some homes, hay and water are left out for the animals, and snacks are left for Melchor, Gaspar and Baltasar.

Merienda de Reyes, a Spanish based tradition of celebrating the Epiphany with a dinner is held. Friends and families celebrate the Epiphany, and indulge in tamales, the Rosca de Reyes, an oval sweetbread, decorated with candied fruit, and hot chocolate. Whoever gets the baby figurine hosts another celebration on February 2, the day of the Candelaria or Candle mass day. On this day the host also gets a new Ropón, or dress for the Baby Jesus of the Nativ- LUBBOCK'S UNIQUE: Lubbock's Unique Car Club were among the volunteers at ity scene. That night families gather the annual Pancho Claus visit at the Trejo Super Center. again to put away the nativity and to close the Christmas season.

Según el Evangelio de San Mateo, los tres Reyes Magos de Oriente ofrecieron al Niño Dios oro, incienso y mirra. Durante años y siglos, la tradición popular ha representado a tres importantes personajes que adoraron al Niño Dios y le ofrecieron regalos. En España e Hispanoamérica existe la tradición de entregar a los niños regalos en la noche del 5 al 6 de enero. Esa noche, largamente esperada por los niños, los tres Reyes Magos llegan a la ciudad con todo su séquito, donde son recibidos por las autoridades. Montados en sus camellos o en carrozas, los reyes desfilan por la ciudad para disfrute y deleite de

los niños que les miran con ojos de asombro e ilusión. La Cabalgata de Reyes es una representación festiva de la adoración de los tres Reyes Magos al Niño Dios. Las ciudades se llenan de luces y color, y comienza el largo recorrido, que en ocasiones dura horas; las carrozas, los camellos, los pajes reales y los más variados y exóticos personajes desfilan ante los ojos atónitos de niños y mayores. Según la tradición española, la tarde del día 5 de enero los tres Magos de Oriente recorren la ciudad lanzando ESTILO CAR CLUB: The Estilo Car Club is always ready to step up and bring smiles a los niños caramelos y mostrando to kids attending the annual Pancho Claus visit at the Trejo Super Center. todo su esplendor.

of going together in an informal celebration of than k f ul ness for the year passing in joyful welcome to the coming year. Beginning on New Year’s Eve and continuing through New Year’s Day, folk singers and musicians travel from house to house performing songs sung only for Los Días, as well as old favorites and holiday music for families as a gesture of good will. Impromptu ballads speak personally

to the family and express wishes for a prosperous and rewarding New Year. The performance begins outside the house and continues when the musicians are invited into the home, where they also share conversation, wine and a meal comprised of New and Old World recipes that take on a ritual significance in this context. The significance of Los Días is its role in the affirmation of community unity and harmony, and in emphasizing humor as a necessary part of coping with the problems of daily life. This tradition, which creates bridges of compassion between neighbors, MEJORES CAR CLUB: In full speed, the Mejores Car Club was among the Car helps community members feel Clubs that joined together to provide toys and treats to over 1,000 children that met with unique and special, and supportive of Pancho Claus. Thanks everybody! You all made a difference. each other.

La cabalgata de reyes

na de las tradiciones más arU raigadas en la cultura española es la celebración de la noche de

reyes, cuando niños y mayores se llenan de ilusiones y esperanzas. La Cabalgata es un desfile que cada 5 de enero se representa en las grandes y pequeñas ciudades españolas. Representa el camino que recorrieron los Reyes Magos hasta Belén para encontrar al Niño Dios siguiendo la estrella que les marcaba el camino. Esta fiesta reúne a muchas personas en las calles y plazas de las ciudades para ver pasar a los reyes y sus pajes quienes regalan caramelos a los niños, es una noche donde se mezclan las tradiciones y la fe.

Los Días: A Hispanic Holiday Tradition

ando los días is a beautiful cenD turies old Hispano New Year’s serenading tradition of many cities like Lubbock across the united States and Latin American countries. It originated with European serenading traditions and may have been reinforced in this region by indigenous traditions in which songs greet the morning sun. Los días (as people often refer to it) blends the tradition

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José Martí: Gifted Writer and Poet

osé Julián Martí Pérez (January J 28, 1853 – May 19, 1895) is a Cuban national hero and an im-

portant figure in Latin American literature. In his short life he was a poet, an essayist, a journalist, a revolutionary philosopher, a translator, a professor, a publisher, and a political theorist. He was also a part of the Cuban Freemasons. Through his writings and political activity, he became a symbol for Cuba's bid for independence against Spain in the 19th century, and is referred to as the "Apostle of Cuban IndeLA FAMILIA, THE FAMILY: The Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club - Los Carnales pendence." He also wrote about La Familia joined the efforts of many groups who brought joy to children who might not have the threat of United States expanChristmas at the annual visit from Pancho Claus at the Trejo Center. sionism into Cuba. From adolescence, he dedicated his life to the promotion of liberty, political independence for Cuba, and intellectual independence for all Spanish Americans; his death was used as a cry for Cuban independence from Spain by both the Cuban revolutionaries and those Cubans previously reluctant to start a revolt. Born in Havana, Martí began

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book, "Versos Sencillos" (Simple Verses) was adapted to the song, "Guantanamera", which has become the definitive patriotic song of Cuba. The concepts of freedom, liberty, and democracy are prominent themes in all of his works, which were influential on the Nicaraguan poet, Rubén Darío and the Chilean poet, Gabriela Mistral.

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his political activism at an early age. He would travel extensively in Spain, Latin America, and the United States, raising awareness and support for the cause of Cuban independence. His unification of the Cuban émigré community, particularly in Florida, was crucial to the success of the Cuban War of Independence against Spain. He was a key figure in the planning and execution of this war, as well as the designer of the Cuban Revolutionary Party and its ideology. He died in military action on May 19, 1895. Martí is considered one of the great turn-of-the-century Latin American intellectuals. His written works consist of a series of poems, essays, letters, lectures, a novel, and even a children's magazine. He wrote for numerous Latin American and American newspapers; he also founded a number of newspapers himself. His newspaper Patria was a key instrument in his campaign for Cuban independence. After his death, one of his poems from the

training classes beginning January 28 at #24 Briercroft Office Park in Lubbock. The class dates are January 28, February 4, 11 and 18 from 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. CASA currently serves 302 children in the foster care system with 109 volunteers. KAMC meteorologist, Ron Roberts, is a volunteer advocate and has seen the difference a CASA can make in a foster child’s life. "I volunteer for CASA out of a deep concern for children. They are our future, and I want to help mentor children during a very difficult period of their life," Roberts said. "What is amazing... is no matter what I may be contributing to the future of a child, it is nothing compared to what I receive from the child,” he continued. apof“Their Cardsmileis and preciation priceless!" Potential volunteers can call the office at 806-763-2272 to register or get more information. CASA provides,

trains, and supports volunteers to assist abused and neglected children navigate the foster care system. In order to be a volunteer, thirty hours of combined class time, home study, and handson training must be completed per National CASA standards. Once the volunteers have been sworn in, they will be appointed to their first case or sibling group of children in foster care. When home is no longer safe for a child, and the child must enter the foster care system, a judge may appoint a committed volunteer called a CASA or Court Appointed Special Advocate®. The volunteer assists in navigating the way for abused and neglected children— out of the complex, overburdened child welfare system and into safe, permanent homes.

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Pete's Barrio Memoir: El año nuevo s I was A driving around

the barrio the other day, I went to visit the area of 3rd and Ave. J, where we used to live. I looked at the house there and all the other houses, I looked up and down

EL AÑO NUEVO En este nuevo año Offers the rare time space Where the past and the future Collides and divides I make my resolution That seems like a brief illusion Was it that extra barbacoa taco That kept me from being flaco The battle is ongoing To keep the pounds from showing We are all put to the test In our days of largess May we all share the wealth Of having good health Viviendo en paz sin dano En un prospero nuevo año Por Armando Yanez

the street and I remembered when all the streets in that area were dirt streets with caliche. I remembered all the rocks that were on the streets and how we used to throw rocks at each other never thinking that we might hurt each other. I remembered my grandfathers house sitting on the corner, then my uncles house and our house sat on the rear of the lot. My best friends house sat right across the alley. I remembered running up and down these streets playing and fighting with each other. One of the memories that came to my mind was that of me and my friend Danny(RIP), we

were flying a kite and we kept trying to hit it with rocks. We did not hit it, but we broke a window. We had money that we were going to use to go to the movies, but we never made the movies that week because we had to pay for a broken window. Memories are made to last a lifetime, sometimes I wish I could relive some of them. Feliz Año Nuevo Amigos del Barrio.

i mama decia que lo que una M hacia al fin del año era lo que ibamas hacer durante

mirar los festejos en diferentes partes del mundo. Ahora de adultos, nos juntamos en una casa y al llegar media noche, les llamamos a los hermanos y hermanas que no viven aquí. Tenemos una hermana en Grand Prairie y una en Odessa, un hermano en Arlington y otro en Colorado. Siempre nos llamamos a media noche para desiarnos un Feliz Año Nuevo y se no están festejando, pues los despertamos. El dia primero del año, vamos a ver a mi mama.

Editor's Note: Pete Piña grew up in barrio Guadalupe and enjoys sharing his memories and the stories of barrio Guadalupe. LOS SEGUIDORES DE CRISTO: The spiritual bike group and followers of Christ delivered their annual gifts and holiday merriment to local families experiencing tough times. The group prayed over the family, and sang beautiful Christmas songs. This is an annual philanthropy for the group of bikers from Our Lady of Guadalupe.

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el año nuevo. Solo que nos hacia limpiar la casa durante el dia para que amaneciera la casa limpia cuando entraba el año nuevo. Si acaso aguantabamos el sueño, no nos acostabamos hasta despues de media noche. Al pasar los años, haciamos diferentes cosas. Yo y mi hermana nos acostabamos con el radio prendido porque queriamos oir las canciones del año para saber acual cancion era Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith up en un rancho, and enjoys sharing la numero uno. Despues de mas años grew her memories of living in rural West Texas. nos quedabamos mirando el televisíon hasta despues de media noche y

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión

Population Growth rises in Lubbock Catholic Diocese

he Catholic population in the T 25-county Diocese of Lubbock has grown by 69.5 percent

since the 2000 census, according to an official statement issued today by Most Reverend Plácido Rodríguez, CMF, Bishop of Lubbock. The announcement is based on recently released data from the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA) at Georgetown University under contract to the United States Conference of FOR LA VIRGEN DE GUADALUPE: Most Reverend Bishop Placido Rodriguez Catholic Bishops (USCCB). (The along with priest and deacons lined up in preparation for the 2013 annual procession hon- full statement of the bishop’s oforing el día de la Virgen de Guadalupe. ficial statement is attached.) Total self-identified Catholics in the diocese are 136,894, compared to 80,742 in the 2000 census. The new total represents 27.6 percent of the 494,458 total population in the 25 counties of the diocese, which include Bailey, Borden, Cochran, Cottle, Crosby, Dawson, Dickens, Fisher, Floyd, Gaines, Garza, Hale, Haskell, Hockley, Jones, Kent, King, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn, Motley, Scurry, Stonewall, Terry and Yoakum. By ethnicity, the self-identified

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VOCATION AWARENESS PRESENTATION is scheduled at Lubbock Our Lady of GuaCatholic population of 136,894 in dalupe on Wednesday, the diocese includes 26,981 nonJanuary 29 7:30-8:30 p.m. Hispanic white, 2,153 Black, 1,126 Students from neighboring Asian, 105,948 Hispanic and 686 parishes are welcome to attend. To schedule Native American. a presentation at your church, please con“The growth of the Catholic tact Sister Olivia Rico, (806) 792-3943 ext Church in this region has been felt 227 or orico@catholiclubbock.org

in our 62 parishes for quite some time, but it is affirming to have the data to support it and to plan for the future,” said Bishop Rodríguez. He attributes the growth to the Church’s focus on new evangelization, as well as a major shift in migration and immigration patterns to Texas. “My brother bishops in the northeast are closing parishes and schools. In Texas, we are teeming with growth.” Bishop Rodríguez has challenged the directors of the various diocesan ministries and outreach programs, as well as the clergy, religious and lay leaders to study the data and report to him by the end of the year the implications they see from these trends as related to their specific parishes or ministries.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS "JOE CARRILLO SCHOLARSHIP DANCE" Sat., Feb. 15, from 8 pm till 12 am at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1619 Erskine Ave. Cost is $15 per couple, or $8 for individuals. For more info, please call Fred Morales at 806-239-8017, or Joe Leos at 806-787-4506. DIA DE LA CANDELARIA (Candlemas) Feb. 2 An occasion for celebrations in many Hispanic homes and churches. COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by the diocesan Marriage and Family Life Office, in collaboration with TTU Marriage & Family Clinic. To schedule an appointment call Dr. Nicole Springer at 806-742-3074. Counselors can meet at Saint John Neumann Church. MASS IN SPANISH now at St. Elizabeth University Parish each Sunday at 2 pm. Saint Elizabeth is a Catholic Church, located at 2316 Broadway St. in Lubbock. For more info call (806) 762-5225 MISA EN ESPAÑOL ahora en la Universidad de St. Elizabeth Parish cada domingo a las 2 pm. St. Elizabeth es una Iglesia Católica, en la calle 2316 Broadway St. en Lubbock. Para más información llame al (806) 762-5225

LAS GUADALUPANAS DE ST. JOSEPHS: The Guadalupanas from St. Joseph's Church participated in a mass honoring the Virgen de Guadalupana.

MASS AT REESE: The South Plains College Catholic Student Organization and Saint John Neumann Church sponsor Mass or Communion at Reese Center every Wednesday at 12:05 PM in RC 822A, in building 8 until further notice. Normally this will be a Mass, but if no priest is available, Deacon Ed Sears will conduct a Communion Service. All are welcome!

Día de la Candelaria Candle Mass Day

LAS GUADALUPANAS DE OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE LUBBOCK: The Guadalupanas from Our Lady of Guadalupe introduced their new members, as well as the various generations, and family memberships. Behind them was a beautiful altar to the Virgen, surrounded by roses.

ía de la Candelaria (Day of D the Candles or Candle Mass) happens on February 2, and is a

Mexican celebration that is fusion of the Catholic influences and native Mexican tradition. It falls forty days after Christmas, and is celebrated by Catholics as the "Feast of Purification" or as the "Presentation of Christ at the Temple." According to Jewish law it was customary to bring a baby to the temple after that period of time had passed. So Jesus would have been taken to the temple on February second. Another custom is for families to own an image of the Christ child, a niño Dios. At times a godparent is chosen for the niño Dios, who is then responsible for hosting various celebrations between Christmas and Candlemas. First, on Christmas eve the niño Dios LAS GUADALUPANAS Y LOS GUADALUPANOS DE ST. PATRICKS: is placed in the Nativity scene, on The Guadalupanas and Guadalupanos from St. Patrick's took time to pose after the mass January 6th, King's Day, the child led by Monsignor O'Connor. After the mass church members enjoyed food and fellowship. is brought presents from the Magi,

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and on February 2nd, the child is dressed in fine clothes and presented in the church. In addition, children receive a second round of Christmas presents on Jan. 6, Kings Day. Día de la Candelaria is a follow-up to the festivities of King's Day and Tamales are a favorite food of choice.

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DOMINICAN EVENING PRAYER: All are invited to Liturgy of the Hours Evening Prayer with the Dominican Friars, Monday through Friday at 5 p.m. in the historic Saint Elizabeth Church, 2301 Main, Lubbock, prior to 5:30 Mass. HAVE YOU LOST YOUR SPOUSE? A support group for people who have lost their spouse is now meeting Wednesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Marriage & Family Life Office, in the Catholic Renewal Center, 4620 4th Street, Lubbock. For more information, call Richard or Elaine 792-3943 or email familylife@catholiclubbock.org. SPANISH BIBLE STUDIES on going every Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. (all welcomed). at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1120 52nd St. 90TH ANNIVERSARY: Lubbock Saint Joseph Church will be having its 90th anniversary in 2014. An illustrated history book on the church is planned. Anyone having any information on the church, old pictures, or commemorative items, please contact call the office at (806) 765-9935. SAINT ELIZABETH YOUNG ADULT GROUP - Scripture study and faith sharing, led by Father Jorge, every Monday 8-9 p.m. in the Pallotti Building, 2308 Broadway, Lubbock. All grad, law and medical students, as well as other young professionals who have moved beyond their college years are welcome.

Memoriam/memorial Apolonia Pola Calzada, 89, passed away on Dec. 13, 2013. Apolonia was born Feb. 9, 1924, in Moore to Eladio and Enedina Villarreal. She married Isaias G. Calzada on Dec. 8, 1955, in Odessa and moved to O'Donnell in that same year. She will always be remembered as a strong Christian woman and a great friend to all. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Isaias G. Calzada of O'Donnell; one son, Oscar Calzada and wife Cecilia of O'Donnell; one daughter, Carmen Mendiata and husband Max of O'Donnell; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Reynaldo, Juan and Silvestre Villarreal; and one sister, Amada Medrano.

Adalberto Galaviz, 61, of Lubbock passed away on Dec. 10, 2013. Adalberto was born on Feb. 6, 1952, in Lubbock to Ramon and Olivia Galaviz. Adalberto was a U.S. Army Veteran. He is survived by his children, Albert, Jessie and Tonia. He loved spending time with his parents, Ramon and Olivia of Lubbock, and his siblings, Yolanda Gaytan of Lubbock, Joe (Connie) Galaviz of Palmdale, Calif., Noe (Chris) Galaviz of Coppell, Texas, Sally (Danny) Beltran of Los Angeles, Calif., Ruben Galaviz of San Francisco, Calif., and Mary (Robert) Medrano of Lubbock. He is survived by his children, Albert, Jessie, and Tonia; his parents; and 15 grandchildren. Adalberto was preceded in death by his son, Ralph.

Ygnasio Castillo, 64, of Lubbock passed away on Dec. 16, 2013. He was born on Sept. 9, 1949 in Austin, Texas to the late Inez and Julia Castillo. He married Francis Garcia on Jan. 4, 1970 in Lubbock. He was a self employed tile setter. He was a family man and loved to spend time with his grandchildren. He moved to Lubbock in 1984 from St. Paul, Minn. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Richard Castillo, Robert Castillo, Andrew Castillo, and Isabel Chavelo Castillo. He is survived by his wife Francis Castillo of Lubbock; three sons, Johnny Castillo, Jeremy Castillo and Andrew Castillo all of Lubbock; four daughters, Jeanette Castillo, Melissa Rivera, Diana Quevedo, and Jessica Castillo all of Lubbock; four sisters, Mary Prieto, Margie Olguin, and Isabel Ochoa all of Lubbock, and Rosa Moreno of Michigan; 26 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Honorary pallbearers will be Manuel Rivera, Johnny Castillo, Jeremy Castillo, Andrew Garcia, Richard Gomez Jr and Anthony Castillo.

Christopher Gonzales, 42, of Lubbock passed away on Dec. 15, 2013. He was born March 2, 1971 in Lubbock to Jose and Nelda (Zuniga) Nevarez. Chris had worked for Eagle Picher Industries as a forklift operator and also manufactured stained glass windows to name a couple of his talents. He was a Harley Davidson aficionado, and enjoyed Rock music. He lived life to the fullest. Although he was large in size, his heart was massive in kindness, letting those around him know all is okay, I'm here for you. Survivors include his daughter, Jessica Moriarty; grandson, Jayden; his mother, Nelda Nevarez; sister, Lupe Gonzales; and brothers, Johnny, Carlos, Ricky and Luis Gonzales. He also leaves his beloved grandmother, Elvira Zuniga. Chris was preceded in death by his father, Joe Nevarez.

Mario Benitez, 61, of Lubbock passed away on Dec. 1, 2013. He was born on Oct. 29, 1952 in Plainview to the late Guillermo Enrique Benitez and Esperanza Franco. He married Lupe Trevino on Sept. 24, 1984 in Lubbock. He was a United States Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War, receiving the medals of National Defense Service and Sharpshooter. He worked for Armstrong Mechanical as a duct installer. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Cindy Lorainne Benitez, in 1988; and a grandson, Marky Benitez, in 2008. Survivors include his wife, Lupe Benitez; two sons, Mark Benitez and Joe Trevino; a daughter, Elizabeth Garcia; two brothers, Henry Benitez, and Oscar Benitez; a sister, Gloria Trevino; his mother, Esperanza Vela Franco; and ten grandchildren. To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

Candice Marie Ortiz, 16, of O'Donnell, Texas passed away on Dec. 14, 2013. She was born on June 1, 1997 in Lubbock, Texas. Candice Marie was very active in her school activities. She was currently a student of the junior class at LubbockCooper High School. She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Guadalupe and Josephina Morado and Eufemio and Paz Ortiz; great-grandmothers, Alicia Franco and Dora Jimenez. Candice Marie is survived by her father, Oscar Ortiz of Lubbock, Texas; her mother, Dora Ortiz of O'Donnell, Texas; her brother, Eufemio Ortiz of O'Donnell, Texas; grandparents, Arthur and Luisa Morado of O'Donnell, Texas; grandparents, Jessie and Lydia Ortiz of O'Donnell, Texas; great-grandfather, Nito Jimenez of Midland, Texas; uncles and aunts, Arturo Morado, Jr. and Erica Gutierrez of Lubbock, Texas, Fidel and Ginger Morado of Lamesa, Texas, Matthew Morado and Jennifer Losoya of Mesquite, Texas, Tonnie and Angel Blanco of Big Spring, Texas, and Jacoby Morado and Jessica Childress of Midland, Texas; uncles and aunts, Johnny and Rachel Morales of O'Donnell, Texas, John and Amy Ogeda of Houston, Texas, and Michael Ortiz of Hobbs, N.M.; several cousins and great uncles and aunts.

Francisco Pancho Gonzales, 51 passed away on Dec. 8, 2013 at his residence. Francisco was born Nov. 26, 1962 in Lubbock to Agustin and Adelfa Gonzales, Sr. He moved to Arlington in 1995 but later moved back to his home town here in Lubbock in 2005. He married Celeste Redding on April 10, 2009 and worked as an auto body painter. Above watching the San Francisco 49ers play, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and attending church. He is survived by his wife, Celeste Gonzales of Lubbock; his father, Agustin Gonzales, Sr. of Lubbock; three brothers, Guadalupe Shorty Gonzales, Raymond Gonzales, both of Lubbock, and Agustin Gonzales of Midland; one sister, Criselda Chela Gonzalez of Lubbock; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Adelfa Gonzales; one son, Francisco Gonzales, Jr.; and one brother, Valentin Gonzales.

Patrick "Pat" Anthony Thompson, passed away on Dec. 18, 2013. He was born June 14, 1941 in Menard County Texas. He was a member of Los Hermano’s since February 2010, Pat was active with the “Vamos a Pescar” Fishing event. He was also involved with 4th on Broadway and was a vital member of the “Stars and Stripes” stage for several yrs. Pat attended Angelo State University and Texas Tech. He taught vocational agriculture in Shallowater, was briefly a Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper, and held positions with the Pepsi Company, Diamond Shamrock and Lubbock International Airport where he retired in 2011. He was preceded in death by his Father William James Thompson, Mother Pauline Frances Decker Thompson, infant Brother James Hugh Thompson, and wife Suzanne. He is survived by Son Clay Drake, Sister Anita Thompson Birdsong, nieces, great-nieces, great-nephews, stepdaughter Lorri Jennings, and step-son David

Ismael C. Castro, 53, of Lubbock passed away on Dec. 15, 2013. Ismael was born June 8, 1960 in Mathis, Texas to Jesus and Maria Castro. He married Teresa Moreno on July 12, 1985. Loved ones include his wife; sons, Victor Maldonado, Joshua Castro, and Christopher Solis; daughter, Michele Maldonado; nine grandchildren; mother, Maria Alaniz; brothers, Jerry Castro and Steven Castro; sisters, Oralia Herrera, Linda Mendoza and Janice Martinez.

Olga Juarez Aguirre, 77, passed away on Nov. 30, 2013 in Lubbock, Texas. Olga was born to the late Maria Juarez Sulaica and Arturo Juarez on July 5, 1936 in Crystal City, Texas. She attended Lubbock High School. She was a lifelong member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, and was a member of the Society of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary. Olga married Epifanio Aguirre, Sr. on Dec. 14, 1957. They were married for 55 years. Olga is survived by her husband, Epifanio, Sr.; sons, Epifanio Jr. (Debbie), Hector Ricardo (Denise), George (Irma), Jerry (Trish), Paul, and David (Vanessa); two sisters, Lydia Zepeda, Carolina Rodriguez (Cosme); and two brothers, Pablo P. Sulaica Jr. (Janie), and George Sulaica (Josie). She is also survived by 20 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and several nephews and nieces. Olga was preceded in death by her parents, Maria Juarez Sulaica, Arturo Juarez; stepfather, Pablo Sulaica, Sr.; brothers, Osvaldo Juarez, Oscar Juarez, and Arturo Juarez; and son, Edward Aguirre.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ Psalm 23:4

Jerry Reyna, 56, of Lubbock passed away on Dec. 9, 2013. Juan Jerardo Reyna was born June 7, 1957 in San Benito, Texas to Fidel and Paquita Reyna. Jerry graduated from Hereford High School in 1975, received his Bachelors Degree from West Texas State University in 1981 and his Master's Degree from Texas Tech University in 1988. Jerry married Anita Gonzalez on Aug. 8, 1992. The majority of his career was spent working in some form of youth services, Lubbock Juvenile Probation, West Texas Children's Assessment Center, and Texas Youth Commission. Loved ones include his wife, Anita; daughter, Elizabeth Marie Reyna; sons, Andrew and Matthew Reyna; father, Fidel Reyna, Sr.; brothers, Fidel Reyna, Jr., Carlos Reyna, Leonardo Reyna, and Baldemar Reyna; and sister, Rosa Maria De La Rosa. He was preceded in death by his mother, Paquita Montoya Reyna, in 2002.

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Victor Quintanilla, Sr., 77, of Levelland passed away on Dec. 16, 2013. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 52 years, Juanita Quintanilla of Levelland; his daughter, Victoria Quintanilla of Levelland; five grandchildren, Victor Quintanilla III, Alex Hernandez, Max Hernandez, Marisa Quintanilla, and John Paul Quintanilla; his three brothers, Lupe, Daniel, and Juan Quintanilla; and three sisters, Sussie Ramirez, Janie Vizcarra, and Esperanza Coronado. Victor was a Cursillista and a member of the Sagrado Corazon at St. Micheal's Catholic Church, where he and his wife and family are long time members. He also owned and operated Quintanilla Trucking Company in Levelland for several years.

Anita Berlanga, 91, of Lubbock passed away on Dec. 12, 2013. She was born Sept. 4, 1922, in Lubbock to her late parents, Jose and Manuela (Mares) Berlanga. She married Benancio Bitela; he departed this life in February 1982. Ms. Berlanga was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She devoted her life to the success of her business, La Casa Mexicana, which she founded with her late husband in 1955. She will always be remembered for her unending devotion to God and family. Survivors include her children: Erlinda Martinez of Lubbock, Olga Martinez (Ernesto) of Athens, Ohio, Mary Irene Manzanalez (Nick) of Lubbock, and Benancio Bitela Jr. (Minerva), also of Lubbock; 14 grandchildren, including her beloved Teresa Torres (David) of Lubbock. She also leaves behind numerous great and great-great-grandchildren; her sisters, Modesta Nastasi of California, Helen Easton of Marble Falls, Texas, and a brother, Hilario Berlanga of Lubbock. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Erminia Martinez and Inez Moreno; brothers, Alvino, Isidro, Tande and Jose Berlanga; along with four grandsons.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y Aquí Día de la Virgen Procession

Smiling for the camera at the annual Virgen de Guadalupe procession.

Churches members from all over Lubbock and surrounding areas came together to celebrate la Virgen.

Family and friends were able to enjoy the different floats provided by various churches.

Bundled up and ready to walk in honor of la Virgen.

The Knights of Columbus always ready to join the efforts of their church community.

There were many colorful floats among the procession honoring the Virgen de Guadalupe.

Family members showed their support for the Cowboys team at the Superbowl.

Everyone came out to cheer on the little football players.

The Martinez family made it a family affair as they participated in the food drive.

Christy Hartin and Christy Martinez-Garcia keep warm and smile for the camera.

Día de la Virgen Procession

Los Matachines were present and performed the traditional dances.

Father Martin Piña and Father David Cruz were among the marchers.

LYFL Superbowl 2013

Family members held up their signs and cheered on their little players.

The Texans football fan family smiled for the Latino Lubbock camera.

U Can Share Food Drive

Santas little helpers made collecting cans of food fun, as they were bundled up and in the holiday spirit.

Families and friends gathered to collect food for the South Plains Food Bank.

Visit our website at www.latinolubbock.net to view all of the photos from each event!

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Día de la Virgen Mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe Lubbock

Kat Aguirre, Veronica de la Cruz, and one of the youth at OLG took time to pose for Latino Lubbock after the mass.

The Arguellos were among the families gathered to celebrate the día de la Virgen.

Friends posed for the camera as they enjoy the festivities.

Bishop Placido Rodriguez and Father Andres enjoy a bowl of menudo after mass.

Día de la Virgen Mass at St. Patrick's Church

Father O'Connor blesses one of the parishioners after the mass.

Church members gathered for food and fellowship after the mass.

Families, friends, and little ones enjoyed some hot cocoa and pan dulce.

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Photos & Memories - Aquí y Alla

Mariachi members prepare to play some celebratory music at the church.

Santa Land 2013

Taking a quick picture before they get in line to see Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Families enjoyed the Christmas lights and music at Santa Land.

Say Christmas! Little ones were bundled up and all smiles as they took pictures with Santa's sleigh.

Santa Clause and Mrs. Clause gave out candy canes to all of the children who came to visit.

Los Seguidores de Cristo Christmas Gift Delivery

Santa Clause had some helpers deliver Christmas gifts to children and their families.

Bikers pose for a quick picture before they get ready to serve their community.

Through the annual Christmas event, bikers give presents to families in need.

Reindeer antlers on and jackets zipped all the way up as these bikers kept warm on the chilly day.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ Raiders Rojos Reception Honoring December Graduates

High spirits among the Dec. graduates was evident. (Photos by Nick MuĂąiz)

Friends enjoyed the graduation celebration.

Say cheese! Taking a break from conversation and proudly smiling for the camera.

Graduates were celebrated by family and friends.

Nutcracker Presentation by Ballet Lubbock

Making it a girls night as they excitedly wait for the presentation.

Smiling for the camera before they go take their seats.

Holding up their Nutcracker dolls before they go enjoy the performance.

Getting some treats before they go see the performance.

LULAC #263 Annual Senior Citizen Christmas Dinner

PHOTOS BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

Couples enjoyed the company of friends at the event.

Say Pancho Claus! Ms. Rocha, and Mrs. Salgado and her daughter (center) posing for the camera after they took part in the festivities.

Ray and Alice Lozada pose with Pancho Claus at the dinner.

The Guzmans enjoying the annual Christmas dinner with family and friends!

Anthony & Belinda Aguirre were all smiles as they enjoyed the Christmas festivities.

Mr. and Mrs. Heinrich pose for a picture with Mr. and Mrs. Hernandez.

Diocese Annual Christmas Dinner

Faith leaders welcomed attendees at the annual dinner.

Knights of Columbus members assisted at the Christmas dinner.

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Virgen de Guadalupe Evening Mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe

Sisters of Our Lady of Guadalupe committed to serving the Guadalupanas.

Different generations of Guadalupanas gather for the Latino Lubbock camera.

Our Lady of Guadalupe ushers smiled for a picture.

Alter servers assisting with the Virgen mass.

Pancho Claus Visit to Maggie Trejo

Children waited patiently in line to tell Pancho Claus what they wanted for Christmas.

These little ones were all smiles after they told Pancho Claus what they wanted.

Anxious and ready to see Pancho Claus and get their traditional fruit and candy filled bags.

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Mr. and Mrs. Gonzalo Garza, members of GI Forum, helped with the event.

Latino Lubbock Magazine Christmas Open House

Mr. and Mrs. Ybañez pose with Pancho Claus, as he made a quick stop at the party.

The Gomez's enjoyed festivities and fellowship at the annual open house.

Will Carter, Glenda Mathis, and Frank Garcia pose for a quick picture.

The Castillos smiling for the camera as they enjoyed the company and Christmas festivities.

Alla y Aquí

The Escobedo women were onlookers at the tamale contest.

Girl Scouts and their troop leaders presented Christy Martinez-Garcia with flowers and the announcement that she was selected as one of the 2014 Women of Distinction, which will be presented in April.

Solitos Car Club members join Christy MartinezGarcia on the Latino Lubbock segment of Trends and Friends.

Supporting the Red Raiders at the Holiday Bowl against Arizona State Sun Devils.

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Sports/deportes

Texas Sports Report With Mando Reyna

e start this W year like every other, with the

same expectations for our teams that we had from last year and the year before. The Coronado Lady Mustangs seem to be that team that can pick up where they left off last basketball season. They are the team to beat on the hardwood and that is before we know the result of the Gene Messer Caprock tournament late last month. With all of the recent realignments that have passed recently, the Lady Mustangs are the best poised to continue a winning tradition here in the 806 that they started years ago. Not only the women’s team is turning heads but the men’s team is also reeling off an impressive record as they steamroll into January. Both squads still have a tough road to navigate this month and barring any unforeseen developments, should emerge at or near the top heading into the playoffs. Let me also mention the Monterey men’s team who have been improving and have been playing well as a unit so far. Hopefully this is a sign that the hoops programs in Lubbock

are on an upward trend and hopefully it will stay there. The hoops programs for Tech however are on a different trend and it is not for the best as of now. Both teams have identical 7-5 records as of deadline time with the heart of the schedule yet to come. We all knew it would not be easy for Coach Tubby Smith to turn the program around so we shouldn’t be disheartened if his first season doesn’t go as well as we hoped. Conference play starts with eight games this month with four being at home. Iowa State and West Virginia kick off the home stand with games on the 4th and 6th with the guys traveling to Austin to face the Horns on the 11th. Baylor and OU are the other home games on the 15th and the 25th, so hopefully they can turn those games into victories while they have the home court. The Lady Raiders have six home games with OU and TCU starting it off with the TCU game being televised. We have stated before that fan support at home is important to any team at any level, especially to young programs like these, so let us make an effort to show them we are behind them all the way not just by saying it but also by being there. Hopefully with all of these talks about basketball, it is starting to

wean us off of football, which we know it’s hard enough to do. With the bowl games behind us now we enter the main frenzy of the NFL that we all call the playoffs. The Texans are absent this year and the Cowboys loose to the Eagles with a final score of 2422. As you know Tony Romo is gone for the season after undergoing back surgery late December. Although both teams have different ownership styles, both are in the same boat and are a season or two away from blowing it all up and starting over. Romo is 34 years old and the quarterback situation in Houston is up for grabs after Schaub disappeared from the scene last year. That leaves us to pick a second favorite team to make our Super Bowl run with, while pretending our team was close enough to be there. That’s what a new year does for us, it gives us hope our expectations will come true. Welcome 2014.

he Texas State Regional Golden T Gloves in Lubbock Will feature some of the top boxers in the state. Among the top boxers is Lubbock Warrior's Mariah Leon who is the defending National Golden Gloves Champion, she will also be competing in the National USA Boxing Championships in Reno, Nevada on Jan. 5th -11th 2014. Also returning to defend his title will be Gilbert Vasquez, he is the 2014 Golden Gloves Champion in Lubbock, and will also be competing at the 2014 National USA Boxing Championships in Reno. Gilbert is from Brownfield, TX. North Lubbock's Isaiah Hernandez the 2012 Texas State JO Champion will be making his debut in the

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Editor's Note: Mando Reyna is an avid sports aﬁcionado and fan. Monthly he contributes his sports perspective of local to national sports. Email latinolubbock@suddenlink.net

Golden Gloves Youth Open Division. Several notable boxers in the West Texas Area will be competing and this is one of the few times, that the Lubbock area will get to see them all at the same time. The Golden Gloves will be held on Friday Feb. 7th and Sat. Feb. 8th at 7:30 PM. Sunday Feb. 9th Will be at 1:00 PM. The event will be at the new MCM Elegante Hotel and Suites located at 801-Ave. Q.

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Amaris Garcia, Youth Editor & Christy Martinez-Garcia FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

Read a book about Los Reynos Magnos, y bunuelos!

the Gallo

Meet Pico the bilingual gallo (rooster). He loves school, he likes to read, play outside and discover ways to have fun and make friends. Now it is time for Pico to prepare for el año nuevo, the New Year. Pico joins his family countdown into the year 2013. Meanwhile, his prima (cousin) Jita la Gallita (little hen), esta dando los días, a serenading tradition in which songs greet the morning sun .

MY NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS Write a list of your New Year’s Resolutions. Save this page in a spot that will remind you of your 2009 goals. Below are some of Jita’s resolutions. Now you complete the list.

CANCION DE LAS MAÑANITAS

10. Have a great year. 9. Read pico the Gallo’s Page 8. Pick up Latino Lubbock Magazine 7. Exercise and eat healthy 6. Be kind to others, listen to mom & dad 5. 4. 3. 2. 1. CONNECT THE DOTS to figure out what the object is. Hint: Pico is carrying a larger version of it. Keeps time.

(Here is a popular traditional song)

Estas son las mañanitas, que cantaba el Rey David, Hoy por ser día de tu santo, te las cantamos a ti, Despierta, mi bien, despierta, mira que ya amaneció, Ya los pajarillos cantan, la luna ya se metió. Que linda está la mañana en que vengo a saludarte, Venimos todos con gusto y placer a felicitarte, Ya viene amaneciendo, ya la luz del día nos dio, Levántate de mañana, mira que ya amaneció.

ROSCA DE REYES People go to the markets and stores to get the needed ingredients to prepare the Rosca feast. All over the country, in every city and in every little town, bakeries offer the Rosca de Reyes, an oval sweetbread, decorated with candied fruit. The Merienda de Reyes is truly a multicultural event. The Spaniards brought the tradition of celebrating the Epiphany and sharing the Rosca to the New World. The Rosca is served along with Tamales, made of corn which was the pre-Hispanic food per excellence, and hot chocolate. Hidden inside this delicious Rosca, a plastic figurine of the Baby Jesus. The Baby is hidden because it symbolizes the need to find a secure place where Jesus could be born, a place where King Herod would not find Him. Each person cuts a slice of the Rosca. The knife symbolizes the danger in which the Baby Jesus was in. Whoever gets the baby figurine shall be the host, and invite everyone present to a new celebration on February 2, Candelaria or Candle mass day, and he also shall get a new Ropón or dress for the Baby Jesus of the Nativity scene. The Mexican Christmas season is joyously extended up to February 2 ! - when the nativity scene is put away, and another family dinner of delicious tamales and hot chocolate is served with great love and happiness. ¡Feliz ańo nuevo y buen provecho!

(Translation) This is the morning song that King David sang Because today is your saint’s day we’re singing it for you. Wake up, my dear, wake up, look it is already dawn. The birds are already singing and the moon has set. How lovely is the morning in which I come to greet you. We all came with joy and pleasure to congratulate you. The morning is coming now, the sun is giving us its light. Get up in the morning, look it is already dawn

AÑO NUEVO GALLITO

Which gallito is different from the other two? Find the one that is not like the others and circle it.

"I Have A Dream!" - Celebrating Mar tin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) was an American clergyman, activist, and prominent leader in the African American civil rights movement.He is best known for being an iconic figure in the advancement of civil rights in the United States and around the world, using nonviolent methods following the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. King is often presented as a heroic leader in the history of modern American liberalism. A Baptist minister, King became a civil rights activist early in his career. He led the 1955 Montgomery Bus Boycott and helped found the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in 1957, serving as its first president. King's efforts led to the 1963 March on Washington, where King delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech. There, he expanded American values to include the vision of a color blind society, and established his reputation as one of the greatest orators in American history. In 1964, King became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his work to end racial segregation and racial discrimination through civil disobedience and other nonviolent means. By the time of his death in 1968, he had refocused his efforts on ending poverty and stopping the Vietnam War. King was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee. He was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1977 and Congressional Gold Medal in 2004; Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was established as a U.S. federal holiday in 1986.

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