Latino Lubbock Magazine Vol 11 Issue 3 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

Volume 11, Issue 3, March/marzo 2017

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Individuals interested in writing an Opinion piece* may email latinolubbock@suddenlink.net. Please include your name, contact number, and subject. *Note: Op-ed pieces are scheduled one to two months ahead, and are at the discretion of the publisher. Latino Lubbock Magazine is published monthly, 12 months per year, and distributed usually the first and second day of each month. With 100,000 readers per month. Over 300 distributions points in Lubbock, and in out of town delivery in Plainview, Hale Center, Cotton Center, Abernathy, New Deal, Floydada, Idalou, Wolfforth, Morton, Ralls, Crosbyton, Lamesa, Slaton, Littlefield, Brownfield, Shallowater, O'Donnell, Tahoka, Anton, Lorenzo, and Levelland. Bilingual (English 60%/Spanish 40%). This publication is Hispanic, locally owned and operated.

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"!VIVA LA MUJER!" Cover by Christy Martinez-Garcia This month's cover is dedicated to Women’s History Month, which is an annual declared month that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. I take pride knowing that U.S. Hispanic women have rapidly surfaced as prominent contributors to the American economy and society at large. This month’s issue features some women locally and nationally, and we thank and honor all women for their commitment as mothers, wives, professionals, leaders, etc.

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"Cuando hay para carne, es vigilia." "When there's money for meat, it's Friday in Lent."

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“Our separate struggles are really one–a struggle for freedom, for dignity and for humanity... We are together with you in spirit and in determination that our dreams for a better tomorrow will be realized,” - Martin Luther King, Jr. sent this message to Cesar E. Chavez in 1966 in a telegram that acknowledged his work

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Jubilee Salinas Billy Smith Casey Gonzales Nancy Fish Steve Zapata Amanda Beltran Casiano (Casey) Gonzales Donna Flores Mary Garcia Melissa Johnson J.R. Castilleja Irene Wheat Edmond Turner Toni Price Kim Mansion Julia Casas Jacob Hernandez Andrew Castilleja Kalie Santiago Jacob Bocanegra Jessica Diaz Rebecca Champion Charlie Rodriguez Greg Sanchez Nathynial Garza Victor Olivarez Patricia Ybarra Chloe Vasquez Crystal Lomas Dylan Martinez Josie Sulaica George Sulaica Marcus Garza Victoria Loera Esquibel Phillip Bustillos Abigail Jefferies Bethany R. Cortinas Justin Samuel Sanchez Marina Garcia Kevin Bustillos Julian Escamilla Leticia L. De Larrosa Justin Cole Martinez Alice Day Huey Juanita Lujan Letticia Martinez Monsignor Ben Kasteel Joe L Beltran Paul A Beltran Rosalinda Portillo Joe L. Beltran Paul A. Beltran Rosalinda Portillo Destiny Alvarado Philip Bustillos Eric Z. Madrigal Belen Nunez Joshua Garcia Michael Piseno Alexzandra Cristan Deacon Juan Cavazos Joseph Ortiz Deacon Juan Cavazos Samantha Lee Michael A. De Larrosa Antonio Calzadias Meliza Martinez Ronnie Montez Paul Olivarez Gabrielle Solia Castillo

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CONTENTS Word from the Publisher

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Politics

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Opportunity/Business

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Health/Salud

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Education/Youth

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Women’s History Month

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Veteran's Aﬀairs

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Faith & Religion

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Fotos y requerdos

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Sports Page

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¡Si Se Puede! Con César E. Chávez

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aster is a time for spiritual renewal, and Spring brings the promise of refreshment. Spring also happens to be one of my favorite seasons and the time when I reflect on people whom I loved and who have passed. One of those individuals was my grandfather Don Juan Martinez. He lived next door to me. And during this season he began to work in his yard - planting flowers, removing the debris, and scalping the yard to allow for new grass to come in. I remember the spring flowers, especially the Crocus, which were rare to see in other yards, and that also confirmed to me that Spring was here. His yard was one of the most attractive on the block - he had patience, vision, and commitment to hard work thus resulting in that. He would sit on the grass and would begin to remove unwelcome dandelions one by one. I would often sit there with him and help. As I worked alongside him, we would talk. He would share dichos, old stories, and, give unsolicited advice. And through the discussions, he would reference to God and credit Him for all good and also explain that even the obstacles in life were part of learning. He especially reaffirmed why I had to always be fair, just, and true to my convictions. I didn't always understand, I was young and naive. However today, those lessons make perfect sense - Become What You Were Created to Be. On that note, this year in our efforts to celebrate great American hero César E. Chávez we are working with many to instill pride in Chavez's legacy. We believe that it is a legacy that we must encourage, and, an opportunity to begin to pass the torch, and build interest from the younger community. We hope that your group will make plans to participate in the 18th Annual César E. Chávez March that will be held March 25, 2017, and we pray that much like the efforts of Chávez it will be deemed peaceful and symbolic. March is significant in many ways. This is the month that we celebrate Women's History. Latinas have really stepped up to the plate in our community, and it is important to pay homage to that contribution. I've been blessed to have many role models, and share the wisdom and spirit of many of those women. We are now accepting nominations for the Adelante Awards. Recognize Hispanic men that standout and are committed to family, community, careers and making our community a better place. Read more details on this page, or visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org As you can see, there are many items of interest in this month's issue of Latino Lubbock Magazine. We are so proud of the achievements of many Latino's from our community, and we hope that you will take the time to read through and read the stories, and help celebrate their successes, retirement, etc. Finally, we are experiencing many changes in our community, state and nationally. This is the time that Latinos must step up and be heard, get involved and informed on current issues, to assure that your family is happy, healthy, educated, and valued. It takes all and every effort for us to be successful as a community and as Hispanics. 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 Easter, Feliz Día de Pascuas!

Farm worker, labor leader and civil rights activist

numerous friends and supporters, including Robert Kennedy and Jesse Jackson. orn near Yuma, Arizona Immigration - The UFW on March 31, 1927, Cesar during Chavez's tenure Chavez employed nonviolent was committed to remeans to bring attention to the stricting immigraplight of farmworkers, and formed tion. Chavez and both the National Farm Workers Dolores Huerta, coAssociation, which later became founder and presiUnited Farmer Workers. As a labor dent of the UFW, leader, Chavez led marches, called fought the Bracero for boycotts and went on several Program that exhunger strikes. isted from 1942 Early Life - Union leader and to 1964. Their oplabor organizer Cesar Chavez was position stemmed born Cesario Estrada Chavez on from their belief March 31, 1927, near Yuma, Ari- that the program zona. Chavez dedicated his life to undermined U.S. improving the treatment, pay, and workers and exploitworking conditions for farm worked the migrant workers. He knew all too well the hard- ers. Since the Bracero ships farm workers faced. When he Program ensured a was young, Chavez and his family constant supply of toiled in the fields as migrant farm cheap immigrant workers. labor for growers, Labor Leader - After working as immigrants could a community and labor organizer not protest any inin the 1950s, Chavez founded the fringement of their National Farm Workers Asso- rights, lest they be ciation in 1962. This union joined fired and replaced. with the Agricultural Workers Their efforts conOrganizing Committee in its first tributed to Congress strike against grape growers in ending the Bracero California in 1965. A year later, the Program in 1964. In two unions merged, and the result- 1973, the UFW was one ing union was renamed the United of the first labor unions to Farmer Workers in 1972. In early oppose proposed employer 1968, Chavez called for a national sanctions that would have boycott of California table grape prohibited hiring ungrowers. Chavez's battle with the documented imgrape growers for improved com- migrants. Later pensation and labor conditions during the 1980s, would last for years. At the end, while Chavez Chavez and his union won sev- was still workeral victories for the workers when ing alongside Huerta, he was key done"). His supporters say his many growers signed contracts in getting the amnesty provisions work led to numerous improvewith the union. He faced more into the 1986 federal immigration ments for union laborers. His birthday, March 31, has become challenges through the years from act. Chavez Day, a state holiday other growers and the Teamsters Remembrance - It is believed Cesar Union. All the while, he continued that Chavez's hunger strikes con- in California, Colorado, and Texas. On March 25, 2017, Lubbock will to oversee the union and work to tributed to his death: He died on the 18th annual march. advance his cause. April 23, 1993, in San Luis, Ari- hold Organizers encourage family As a labor leader, Chavez em- zona. After his death he became a ployed nonviolent means to bring major historical icon for the Latino and community participation. The attention to the plight of farm community, organized labor, and march is about two miles and will workers. He led marches, called liberal movement, symbolizing begin at Canyon Lakes & N. Unifor boycotts and went on several support for workers and for His- versity, to Cavazos Middle School. Sinceramente, hunger strikes. He also brought the panic power based on grass roots The event will begin at 1 p.m. Christy Martinez-Garcia For more information call national awareness to the dangers organizing and his slogan "Sí, se Publisher & Latino Market Specialist (806)792-1212. of pesticides to workers' health. His puede" (Spanish for "Yes, it is pos“Latino Lubbock, the Emerging Voice of Lubbock” dedication to his work earned him sible" or, roughly, "Yes, it can be Celebrating 11 Years of Commitment to our Community Email your news and info to news@latinolubbock.net - Deadline for News and Info the 15th, Advertising insertions the 20th; Ad submissions the 23rd Page

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Opinion/opinión Community & Event Brieﬂies LEGAL AID CLINIC Legal Aid of North West Texas sponsors this clinic for free legal advice on Thursday, March 2 at 5:30 p.m. for all ages at the Simmons Adult Activity Center, located at 2004 Oak Avenue. MAYORS’ BEANS AND CORNBREAD LUNCHEON benefitting Hospice of Lubbock’s non-funded and under-funded hospice patients and families, Grief Recovery Center and Children’s Grief Camp each summer. March 3, 11 am -1:30 PM, Civic Center. 8TH CHAMPIONS BREAKFAST the Red Cross will hold the event on Saturday, March 4th 2017, from 8:30– 10 a.m., at Aerocare, Preston Smith International Airport, 5401 N Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd; to honor and celebrate these heroic acts and the champions who make the stories possible. Proceeds from the Champions Breakfast supports the life-changing mission of the Red Cross right here in the South Plains. Tickets are $40. For more information call (806) 765-8534. LOTERIA Freshen up on your Spanish while playing a fun game of Mexican Bingo for ages 50+, for only 10¢/card at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7 at the Simmons Adult Activity Center, located at 2004 Oak Avenue. TEX-MEX COOKING Learn to make Gorditas on Saturday, March 11 at 10 a.m. for $5, ages Teen-Adult at the Rawlings Community Center, located at 213 40th Street. ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY Make your own paper shamrock to wear for the day, on Friday, March 17 for free. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with green punch and cookies, ages 50+! The event will be held at Maggie Trejo Supercenter (3200 Amherst) at 10 a.m., Lubbock Adult Activity Center (2001 19th Street) at 10 a.m., Rawlings Community Center (213 40th Street) at 1 p.m., Simmons Adults Activity Center (2004 Oak Avenue) at 1 p.m. DAFFODILS DAYS Come walk the trails at the Arboretum and see over 16,000 daffodils, and other spring bulbs in bloom from March to early April, Monday through Sunday! The free event will be at the Lubbock Memorial Arboretum, located at 4111 University. 4TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL RIDE in memory of Liandro “TOT” Garcia. Meet at the K-Mart parking lot on 66th and University at 6:30 pm on 4-29-17, following the Blue Ribbon Rally event. Engines on and Kick stands up at 7 pm to take a ride on the Loop to Marsha Sharp Freeway ending at 19th and Quaker (where the Accident happened). There will be a short memorial and corporate prayer.

Echoes of Past Present in Modern Day Immigration Debates

his is one of those days when T we need to pay close attention to what’s happening in the head-

lines because the consequences are deep. The 9th Circuit panel decision will have lasting implications for the Trump administration and for U.S. Latinos speciﬁcally. Because . . . Trump’s Muslim travel ban clears the road for another “operation wetback.” No, this isn’t fake news or a conspiracy theory, this is historically based fact. In 1952 Congress sent an immigration bill to President Harry Truman, it was the last year of his administration. The bill, called the Immigration and Nationality Act, gave the president wide power over immigration. It’s the same law that Trump is citing in defense of his Muslim travel ban. Section 212(f) of the bill, states: “Whenever the President ﬁnds that the entry of any aliens or of any class of aliens into the United States would be detrimental to the interests of the United States, he may by proclamation, and for such period as he shall deem necessary, suspend the entry of all aliens or any class of aliens as immigrants or non-immigrants, or impose on the entry of aliens any restrictions he may deem to be appropriate.” That’s a wide strike zone, it’s also why President Truman vetoed the bill. But the legislation came at the height of the Red Scare, during the paranoid McCarthy era when

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ferred to in the INS and people were persecuted in the American media, for the mere hint of a ‘Operation Wetback.’ link to communism. So Anywhere from 1 to 4 Congress over-rode Trumillion Mexicans and man’s veto and Section Mexican-American’s 212(f) became law along were rounded up, as in with the rest of the Act. a police state, and deIt was with that power ported – many of them that in 1954 President U.S. citizens and legal Dwight Eisenhower, in residents; many of them the second year of his addied in the process. ministration, implementThe 1952 law was ed Operation Wetback. amended by Lyndon Slate provides the backVICTOR LANDA Johnson in 1965 . . . at drop: “In 1953, INS comthe height of the civil missioner Argyle Mackey complained of “the human tide rights era – a very different counof ‘wetbacks’ ” as the ‘most seri- try than the one that produced the ous enforcement problem of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Service.’ The first Mexican guest Johnson tweaked the law and in workers had come to the fields the process imposed the first-ever legally through the World War II limits on immigration from Latin braceros program, a series of laws American countries. and diplomatic agreements that al- The changes came in the era of the lowed Mexicans to work on Amer- struggle for increased tolerance, as ican farms. Mackey wrote, in the opposed to the reactionary, paraofficial INS house organ, that the noid 1950’s. reports of good work in the States But the version of the law on which to ‘the Mexicans left at home … Trump pins his Muslim ban is the turned the trickle into the flood’ wide-swath power of the 1952 Mcand for ‘every agricultural laborer Carthy era legislation. The same admitted legally, four aliens were law that gave Eisenhower the powapprehended.’ Willard Kelly, the er to do operation wetback. assistant commissioner of the bor- That’s the same operation wetder patrol, called this ‘the greatest back that candidate Donald Trump peacetime invasion ever compla- invoked as a model for the deporcently suffered by any country.’ tation of 11 million undocumented These concerns led the INS to immigrants. He said so in Novemlaunch, in 1954, what was officially ber of 2015, during a GOP presicalled the ‘Special Mobile Force dential debate in Milwaukee. AlOperation,’ or as it was actually re- though he didn’t refer to it by name

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THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING MLK EVENTS The Martin Luther King Commemorative Council of Lubbock, Inc., would like to thank you for supporting our MLK Events and for your contribution. We had a great turn out this year and it could not have been a success without you. Sincerely, L. V. Andrews, President YOU REMAIN HOPE FOR US In the constant bad news, Latino Lubbock Magazine remains the hope for our community. We know you go above and beyond to showcase the significance of the Hispanic community, as well as to engage our families. THANK YOU & GOD BLESS Latino Lubbock Magazine. Sincerely, Ramona Garza

Trump was eluding to that speciﬁc mass deportation program. NPR threads the needle in a November 11, 2015 article: “Trump said Eisenhower ‘moved immigrants just beyond the border; they came back. Moved them again beyond the border; they came back. Didn’t like it. Moved them way south; they never came back. Dwight Eisenhower. You don’t get nicer, you don’t get friendlier.’ “The program Trump referenced was named ‘Operation Wetback.’ The racial epithet was widely used at the time.” There are echoes of Operation Wetback in present day immigration debates. The 1954 operation lasted four months and ended when the government ran out of money and when the border was deemed “secure.” The same immigration end game that’s repeated today. The problem is that now, as it was then, a “secure border” is a subjective goal and a lot of damage can be done in the process. The legal framework that enabled Operation Wetback in the Trumpian-forlorned American “great” days of the 1950’s is the same framework that the president is leaning on to move his Muslim ban forward. That’s why today’s rulings are important. Victor Landa, is the Founder/Editor of NewsTaco that provides innovative and insightful news, critique, analysis and opinion from a Latino perspective in a 24-hour world.

LATINO LUBBOCK IS GREAT Latino Lubbock Magazine is greatness! Great cover, great article, great paper! Thanks you for what you do. I look forward to seeing what you are going to share with us and must say I'm very proud to be Latino and to have you as our advocate. We are well represented in this publication, in the publisher Christy and her awesome staff. ¡Gracias y que viva Latino Lubbock!

CONNECTING WITH READERS BACK HOME Recently received the January issue of Latino Lubbock. We wish to extend belated Happy New Year to you and the staff. I want to thank you for posting mi humilde obra in your paper. It is an honor to connect with the readers back home. Keep up the good work of being the voice of the Hispanic community. Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock Magazine is excellence in journalism.

Joe Ramos PRAYERS FOR AMERICA I’m asking the readers of Latino Lubbock Magazine to pray for our country. This is the most divided we’ve ever been. Prayers are the only answers. So please include the voiceless, the tired, the poor, and the leaders that they never forget them, us.

Your friends, Armando y Linda GIVE TRUMP A CHANCE I urge all Hispanics to give Trump a chance. He is our friend and will make our country better and safer. Immigration is necessary now more then ever, it’s unfortunate people resist.

Janie Jenkins

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Lawyer: White House to no longer contest Texas’ voter ID law

n attorney for a voting rights A group says President Donald Trump’s administration has told her that the federal government no longer plans to challenge Texas’ strict voter ID law. Danielle Lang, of the Washingtonbased Campaign Legal Center, said Monday that plaintiﬀs in the case were told by the U.S. Justice Department BRING OUT YOUR BEST: LULAC #263 honored community members. Standard Sales (not Pictured) was named Business of the Year. Sony Garza, received the Community Leader award; Henry Martinez was named 2017 Member of the Year; Richard Calvillo was named Professional of the Year (not pictured); and Julian Perez, received the President’s Award. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Tom Perez Elected DNC Chair emocrats D have a new

national party chairman and it’s Tom Perez, who was labor secretary under President Barack Obama. Perez won over Keith Ellison, a Minnesota congressman, in the second round of voting Saturday by Democratic National Committee members at their meeting in Atlanta.

Perez gave a speech before the vote, and he said Democrats face “a crisis of confidence” and a “crisis of relevance.” He pledged to “take the fight” to Trump and “right-wing Republicans.” The Democrats’power-deficit is stark. Republicans occupy the White House, run both chambers of Congress and control about two-thirds of U.S. statehouses. Perez and Ellison each pledged to rebuild state and local parties, including in Republican-dominated states. Both said the party must capitalize on widespread opposition to Trump but also work to reach frustrated workingclass voters who felt abandoned Democrats and embraced Trump.

that it will be ﬁling documents to formally drop its opposition to the Texas law. She called the decision an “extraordinary disappointment.” The move marks a stark reversal under new Attorney General Jeﬀ Sessions from the Obama White House, which joined a lawsuit against Texas in 2013. The Justice

Department didn’t immediately respond to an email seeking comment. A federal appeals court last year ruled that the Texas law discriminated against minorities and the poor, and ordered changes ahead of the November election.

with enormous, bipartisan backlash— NCLR (National Council of La Raza) condemns this unnecessary and wasteful solution to an inexistent problem. Despite repeated reassurances that the Trump administration would prioritize going after gang members and other violent criminals, this DHS action does no such thing. Instead, it opens the ﬂoodgates to terrorizing millions

of people in this country—citizens and noncitizens alike—to combat a nonexistent immigrant crime wave. Or, to put in the words of this administration, based on ‘fake news,” stated NCLR President and CEO Janet Murguía. “We will do everything in our power to protect and defend our community in the face of this unconscionable assault on our civil rights,” Murguía added.

New Immigration Enforcement Rules will Terrorize Citizens and Noncitizens Alike

he immigration enforcement T implementation guidelines released today by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) contain a litany of policy changes that put not only immigrants, but the entire Latino community in the crosshairs. Although the oﬃcial policy change does not include the use of National Guard troops—an idea that last week was met

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Alexander Acosta New Labor Secretary

resident Donald Trump’s new P choice for the Department of Labor is former Justice Department oﬃcial

Alexander Acosta. “I think he’s going to be a tremendous Secretary of Labor,” Trump said during his press conference at the White House on Thursday afternoon, announcing his decision. Acosta, who has a Harvard law degree, is currently the dean of Florida International University College of Law and served on the National Labor Relations Board. He also clerked for Judge Samuel Alito on the Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. “Congratulations to DeanAcosta for his nomination to lead the U.S. Department of Labor,” said HNBANational President

Torres-Díaz. “As dean of one of the most diverse and successful law schools in the nation, Mr. Acosta understands that our nation’s diversity is our strength. The HNBA has previously recognized Dean Acosta’s work to ensure all Americans regardless of race, ethnicity, or background are free to exercise their legal and constitutional rights.”

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2017 Calendar of Events

3/25/17 Cesar Chavez March 3/25/17 HAW Winter Gala TBA Outdoor Fitness Equipment Installation at Buddy Holly Lake by Los Hermanos Familia 4/15/17 Joel's Easter Egg Hunt 4/15/17 Selena’s Birthday Party at Premier TBA Los Hermanos Familia Membership Drive 4/30/17 El día de los niños,El día de los libros/ Children's Day, Book Day 5/5/17 Adelante Awards 5/6/17 Cinco de Mayo Parade 5/6/17 Magic 106.5 Cinco de Mayo Celebration 7/10/17 Caprock Foundation Golf Tournament 8/8/17 HAW Membership Drive 8/12/17 "Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing" 9th Annual Event 8/12/17 KOC Family Week Begins 9/15/17 Hispanic Heritage Month Begins 9/19/17 Día de la Amistad 9/25/17 Gala Latina 2017 10/12/17 Día de la Raza 10/15/17 Hispanic Heritage Month Ends 10/29/17 West Texas Latino Artist Día de los Muertos Celebración 11/10/17 Día de los Muertos 11/11/17 7th Veteran's Day Reception 11/19/17 2nd Annual Mini Pinewood Derby 12/10/17 Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe 12/31/17 Knights of Columbus #8097 New Year's Dance To submit your events i or for more info, email us news@latinolubbock.net or call (806)792-1212 Please register for Los Hermanos Familia events at www.loshermanosfamilia.org

Trump to propose $54 billion in cuts to ‘most federal agencies’ President Donald Trump’s first budget proposal will look to increase defense and security spending by $54 billion and cut roughly the same amount from non-defense programs, said the White House. The budget blueprint, which was sent to government agencies last month, would increase defense spending to $603 billion and decrease non-defense discretionary spending to $462 billion, Office of Budget Management director Mick Mulvaney said. “This budget will be a public safety and national security budget,” Trump said at a bipartisan gathering of US governors at the White House, vowing substantial increases in defense, law enforcement and infrastructure spending. The majority of “lower priority programs and most federal agencies” will see a reduction in their budget as a result of the proposal, according to an official at the Office of Management and Budget speaking with reporters. The official said those cuts will come through “unauthorized programs” and places “where there is duplication, where consolidation needs to occur.” The announcement is only a budget blueprint and federal agencies will begin working with the White House to determine how to comply with their new budget. The proposals from the White House will also go to the agencies with suggestions on what to cut. Mulvaney said Monday that the White House intends to have a budget to Congress by March 16 and have a final budget finished by “the first part of May.” A Trump administration official told CNN that all $54 billion will be cut in fiscal year 2018. Multiple officials have also made clear over the last 48 hours that the Environmental Protection

Agency and foreign aid will be cut significantly under the new plan. The budget, one OMB official said, expects “the rest of the world to step up in some of the programs this country has been so generous in funding” over the years. Foreign aid makes up roughly 1% of the federal budget and includes a host of programs meant to help implement national security policy. While foreign aid has long been a target for conservatives, cuts to these programs are unlikely to get the Trump administration close to the $54 billion in proposed overall cuts. The budget blueprint, which will outline in the clearest terms to date what Trump’s policy priorities will be as president, fits with Trump’s pledges to increase defense spending and cut government waste as a candidate. “Yes, it is a fairly small part of the discretionary budget, but it is still consistent with what the President said,” Mulvaney said of the foreign aid cuts. “We are taking his words and turning them into polices and dollars.” Mulvaney said Trump’s proposed 2018 budget will include funds for the US-Mexico border wall, an issue that animated the President’s 2016 campaign. Trump, in addition to the 2018 increase, will also seek a $30 billion in supplemental defense money for the fiscal year 2017. Mulvaney said some funding for the border wall will be included that measure. Congress is not mandated to follow Trump’s budget plan and in the coming weeks Republicans on Capitol Hill are expected to call administration officials to Congress to explain their proposal. Trump said throughout the 2016 campaign that he would focus on

spending cuts and tax reform, rhetoric that helped woo Republicans who questioned his commitment to other conservative principles. “I want the American people to know that our budget will reflect their priorities,” Trump said in a budget meeting earlier this month. “We’ll be directing all of our departments and agencies to protect every last American and every last tax dollar. No more wasted money.” Trump’s closest advisers have also previewed dramatic changes to the federal government budget. At the Conservative Political Action Conference, Steve Bannon, a top Trump aide, said that new administration’s aim was “deconstruction of the administrative state,” a comment many federal workers saw as a pledge to weaken regulatory agencies. Trump vowed “a budget of great rationality” that would be unveiled in “great detail” during his address to a joint session of Congress o. He wasn’t specific about where he planned to cut spending, saying only he aimed for a more streamlined federal government without listing any specific agency or program that might see its budget slashed. “We’re going to do more with less,” Trump said, promising a government that’s “lean and accountable to the people.” Trump’s proposed cuts have already been met with concern inside the federal government’s bureaucracy. EPA employees said that many inside the agency are still in denial about the incoming cuts to their budget, despite the fact that Trump and Scott Pruitt, the newly approved EPA administrator, pledged to trim the agency.

Report Reveals Hispanics Think Situation Worsening

ispanics, who tend to report more H optimism in surveys than other groups on various issues, increasingly

consider their situation in the U.S. to be worsening, Pew Hispanic Research Center has found. The share of Hispanics who say things have worsened for U.S. Hispanics, 32 percent, is double those who said the same in 2013, when it was 15 percent, according to results of a survey Pew released.

The view of a deteriorating situation for Hispanics is shared among almost all subgroups when Hispanics are divided by citizenship and immigration status Forty-two percent of Hispanics who are not citizens or legal permanent residents said the situation for U.S. Latinos has worsened in the past year, up from 24 percent in 2014. Among Hispanics who are U.S. citizens, 38 percent said the situation is worse than a year ago, up from

21 percent in 2014 and 29 percent Hispanics born in the U.S. say the situation is worse, compared with 17 percent in 2014, Pew reported. The share of Hispanics who say it's about the same, 49 percent and the share that says it is better, 16 percent have dropped from 58 percent and 25 percent respectively. The ﬁndings are from a survey of Hispanic adults taken before President Donald Trump's inauguration.

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hile the home-ownership rate for all other ethnic groups decreased in 2016, the rate at which Hispanics own homes increased. According to a report from the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals, the homeownership rate among Hispanics increased to 46% in 2016, up from 45.6% in 2015. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows the overall home-ownership rate dropped from 63.7% in 2015 to 63.4% in 2016. At the same time, the African-American rate also dipped from 43% to 42.2% and the Asian-American rate dropped from 56.5% to 55.5%.

Also of note, Hispanics led the nation in household formations with a net increaseof330,000 households last year. "With credit remaining tight and limited housing inventory in several markets, these numbers are extremely encouraging and a testament to the economic resilience of the Hispanic community," 2016 NAHREP President Joseph Nery said. "As the mortgage industry continues to recognize the exceptional opportunities in serving the Hispanic market and adjusts accordingly, we expect these numbers to only improve."

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SPEMS received for Herrera, themes of compassion and dedication were common. “He has a passion for treating children and for emergency medicine,” said Laura Navarrette, Covenant Children’s trauma services, in her nomination of Herrera. Several nominations included the fact that Herrera assigned a break room in the pediatric ER, with refreshments including sandwiches, chips and other snacks, for all EMS for late-night calls and other high-stress times. SPEMS is a non-proﬁt organization with the goal to reduce mortality and morbidity by addressing and solving medical and trauma related needs through eﬀective regional coordination of emergency medical services, and in the process, increase the accessibility, consistency and quality of emergency health care provided to the residents of the Texas South Plains.

any people in North America and the United Kingdom (UK) use the term “spring forward” and “fall back” when they refer to the Daylight Saving Time (DST). This is mainly due to the fact that DST occurs in the spring season and ends in the fall (or autumn) season in the northern hemisphere, where the United States (USA) is located. The term “to spring forward” refers to when people set the clocks one hour forward, marking the start of DST. It is a term that is easy

to remember for many people. This is because the DST start date coincides with the spring season. It is the time of the year when the days begin to have longer hours of sunlight after the winter’s end, in addition DST, which brings forth an extra hour of daylight in the afternoons or evenings. This year daylight saving time starts on the second Sunday of March, March 12, 2017 and begins at 2 a.m. So don't forget to spring forward and change your clocks.

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FREE GED AND ESL CLASSES for Lubbock and the surrounding area offered by Adult Education Center. We accept new students on a bimonthly basis. You must be at least 17 years old and not enrolled in public school to be eligible for the classes. For more info call 806-2815750. Open Mon. thru Fri. from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. GED PREP CLASS, Tuesday/Thursday, 9 am, Free, Age 16+, Study class to prepare for the GED exams. Registration required. At Simmons Community Center. CHILD CARE AVAILABLE FOR INCOME-ELIGIBLE FAMILIES Families who are income eligible may receive fee assistance to attend one of the Early Learning Center’s five centers for child care. Parents or caretakers must be employed or in school. The program is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (806) 765-9981 for more information. REFERRAL FOR QUALITY CHILD CARE in Lubbock by the South Plains Day Home Association helps parents with free referrals to licensed or registered day care facilities that are routinely monitored by the Texas Department and Protective Services. Call 796-0606 or 792-1847 for more information. CLASES DE INGLÉS COMO SEGUNDA IDIOMA La Literacia de Lubbock (Literacy Lubbock) ofrecen clases gratis de inglés como segundo idioma (English as Second Language) para la comunidad. Todos los adultos están bienvenido en estas clases. Para más información, llame a (806) 775-3636. FREE CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY: The Caprock Regional Public Defender Office offers free legal representation to 13 surrounding West Texas Counties. The office handles Felony, Misdemeanor and Juvenile cases for citizens that cannot afford to hire a criminal defense lawyer. Call (806) 742-4312 to see if your county qualifies for this service. IMMIGRATION SERVICES If you need help with immigration issues call 806-741-0409. SERVICIOS DE INMIGRACIÓN Si necesitan ayuda con asuntos de inmigración llame a este numero (806) 7410409.

Business/negocío Business & Opportunity Updates INTRODUCTION TO QUICKBOOKS® ONLINE March 2, 2017, 11am to 3pm –– presented by the TTU Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114, Lubbock, TX. Level: Introductory. This training details the features in the all-new QuickBooks® Online. It is fast and easy to set up. Can be customized to fit your business needs. In this workshop you will learn: The Basics, Navigating QuickBooks® Online, Recording Transactions, Expanding Usability and more. COST: $24/ person. Call Elaine @ 745-1637 to register. PERSONAL FINANCIAL LITERACY WORKSHOP Monday, March 6, at 6:30 p.m. Explore ways to maximum the handling of your personal finances. Workshop will cover spending habits, budgeting tools, and banking and saving tips. Free workshop for adults at Maggie Trejo Supercenter, located at 3200 Amherst. SBA OPPORTUNITIES March 21, 2017, 6 pm to 8 pm–– presented by the TTU Small Business Development Center. This workshop focuses on financing, information on SBA loans. Applying for a loan, requirements for a loan, and other programs and services available from the SBA. FREE! Call Elaine @ 745-1637 to register. W.W.W. WORKING WITH WORDPRESS I March 28, 2017, 4 to 6pm –– This is part 1 of a 2 part series. Session I: Building a Basic Website with WordPress: Learn how to set up a website using WordPress, including how to make a website and hot to customize the appearance of the website to suit your business. The cost for the 2-part series is $20. Be one of the first 3 registrants & pay only $5! Call Elaine @ 745-1637 to register. W.W.W. WORKING WITH WORDPRESS II March 30, 2017, 4 to 6pm –– presented by TTU SBDC, 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114, Lubbock, TX. This is part 2 of a 2-part series. Session II: Learn how to set up a hosting account and transfer your site from WordPress.com to your new host using your own domain name. The cost for the 2-part series is $20. Be one of the first 3 registrants & pay only $5! Call Elaine @ 745-1637 to register.

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of 1-Spine Chiropractic announced the opening of a second location in Lubbock, March 1, 2017. For the past eight years, Dr. Marin has served the South Plains in Levelland at his original location where he offers quality chiropractic service for those in need of specialized care. He is excited to open his second full time, advanced chiropractic clinic, of which he plans to offer the same quality care. “I want to reach individuals unfamiliar with chiropractic care or those who use services often,” he said adding that he was bilingual in English and Spanish. The Lubbock native is familiar with the area and the families and is a product of Lubbock ISD. He attended Jackson Elementary, Cavazos Middle School, and Lubbock High School. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from Texas Tech University. His chiropractic education was completed at the prestigious Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas where he received his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. While attending Parker College he also obtained a Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness and a Bachelor of Science in Anatomy. He is board certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, and is a member of multiple chiropractic associations. He further acquired training

BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff. All information will be held in strict conﬁdence. For a counseling sessions call (806) 745-1637. LOW INCOME TAXPAYER CLINIC The TTU School of Law operates a “FREE” Low Income Taxpayer Clinic year around to provide assistance relating to issues involving controversies with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The LITC does not assist in any criminal tax matters, or prepare tax returns. For other information contact: Nancy Mojica, at (806) 8347972 or toll free (800) 420-8037.

in Soft Tissue Modalities, Active Therapeutic Movements Rehab, Cold Laser Therapy and protocols, and Spinal Decompression Techniques. In 2010 Dr. Marin completed the Kennedy Decompression Technique and the National Decompression Program in 2015 to enable him to have specialized training for treating spinal disc problems. This brings a unique chiropractic service to the area, which provides a gentle and effective approach to renewed health and relief of discomfort for the entire family. “If you’ve always wanted to check out chiropractic care and see what it can do for you, now is the best time to do so,” said Dr. Marin as he explained that he can help those suffering from migraine headaches, lower back pain, numbness or tingling in arms or legs, constant fatigue; lack of energy, muscle spasms, and sprains & strains. And a whole host of other problems ranging from dizziness to ringing in the ear. During his opening, 1-Spine Chiropractic will offer an in-depth consultation related to health and wellbeing at a $39 introductory price to new patients, for a limited time from March 1st – March 31st. “As a part of this one-time offer, you can come in and find out for certain if you need chiropractic care and how it might help you eliminate the pain you are feeling,” he added. This includes a complete chiropractic spinal examination; a full set of specialized X-rays to determine if a misalignment in your spine is causing your pain or symptoms; an analysis of the X-rays and spinal exam results; and a follow-up plan. For more details, see the ad on page 27, or call their office (806) 993-1001 to set up an appointment.

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s we embark upon March, A National Nutrition Month, the 2017 theme is, “Put Your Best Fork

Forward”. Have you ever heard of the phrase, “Put your best foot forward”? What does that mean to you? To me, it means to do the best you can. So, when we talk about putting your best fork forward, we want to encourage you to eat the best that you can. As a registered dietitian nutritionist, I like to find reasons for my clients to eat healthy, maintaining a healthy weight and reducing our risk of chronic diseases like high blood pressure and type two diabetes, but sometimes it’s a lot easier said than done-right? There are many reasons for changing to a healthy lifestyle. What’s your reason? Maybe your reason is that you want to live longer for your children and grandchildren. Perhaps you want to wear your favorite bathing suit at the beach this summer, or maybe you just want to feel better! If you’re not sure your reason, I encourage you to find one. And once you find

your reason, start to make those changes. M o n t h l y, I’ll be offering tips in the Healthy Habit section to help you reach a healthy lifestyle. Editor’s Note: Latino Lubbock Magazine is proud to welcome Jordan Robison a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who monthly, will offer information in our Healthy Habits section. She received a bachelor’s and master’s degree in nutritional sciences and dietetics from Texas Tech University. She completed a 1200-hour internship offering vital on-hands experience and insight to nutrition obstacles. Currently, she is a dietitian at University Medical Center in Lubbock. Welcome Jordan!

FREE NUTRITION PROGRAM The FREE program includes 4 nutrition classes, 4 dietitian appointments, and 1 cooking class. You can receive a $60 gift card by meeting income guidelines. The classes will be at Catholic Charities,102 Ave J, March 2,9,23,30 @6pm. To register, call 806-3703385 or email learntocook@cclubbock.org. Limited spots available. HEALTH DOCUMENTARY “Eating you alive” is a free screening to understanding better health. The screening will be held at Lubbock Better Living Center - 5302 Elgin Avenue, on Sunday, March 5, 2017 at 3 pm.

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against this highly preventable disease. Colon, or colorectal, cancer kills an estimated 2,300 Hispanics yearly. Talk to your doctor: Starting at age 50, men and women generally should undergo routine screening.

Between screenings, check with your physician if you experience abdominal discomfort, constipation, diarrhea, or blood in the stool, some common symptoms, for more than two weeks. And refrain from smoking or excessive use of alcohol. Studies suggest both may be linked to colon cancer.

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sus seres queridos contra esta enfermedad que se puede detectar con anticipación. Se calcula que este tipo de cáncer, provoca la muerte de 2,300 hispanos al año. Comience por hablar con su médico: generalmente a partir de los 50 años, tanto varones como mujeres deberían someterse a exámenes médicos rutinarios. Si durante estos

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HEALTHY LIVING IN THE REAL WORD American Diabetes Association along with the Community Health Center of Lubbock will be hosting the event on March 25th from 8:30 to noon, at 1610 5th Street. For more information contact Yvonne at 7652611 ext. 1301 CREATING SAFE & HEALTHIER MEALS March 28. All classes are free of charge. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. No childcare available. Family Guidance & Outreach Center #5 Briercroft Ofﬁce Park Lubbock. Call (806) 747-5577 to register. Visit familyguidancecenterlub-bock.org FREE PRENATAL CLASSES by CHCL Enjoy food, fun, and learning in this series of six classes. Topics include steps for a healthy pregnancy, your baby’s development, and more. Earn points to receive FREE baby items from Stork’s Nest. Next class is scheduled for May 4th - June 8th from 6pm to 8pm, at 1510 5th St. For more info and registration contact Yvonne at (806) 765-2611 ext. 1301. FREE DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT AND NUTRITION CLASSES by CHCL Come and learn about proper diabetic nutrition and meal portion sizes, how to prepare diabetic friendly meals, and get delicious recipes your entire family will enjoy. Next class is Tues. April 4th - May 23rd For more info, contact Jody at (806) 806-765-2611 ext. 1302. STEP UP WITH COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER OF LUBBOCK (CHCL) This program will focuses on prevention and impact of childhood obesity. Starting the ﬁrst Monday of each month March 6, from 6 to 7pm, at 1610 5th St. For more information contact Yvonne at 806765-2611, ext. 1009. FREE CLINIC at Lubbock Impact The Free Clinic holds a free doctors clinic every Wednesday at 34th Street and Boston Avenue. Registration begins at 4 PM. Patients must be 18 and older and medically uninsured to receive free medications and doctors visits. For more information, please call (806) 7994320. 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 for more info.

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ow we approach nutrition is often the product of our upbringing and sometimes that is not a good thing. The Hispanic community consistently has higherthan-average obesity rates, which increase the risk for many diseases. Don’t lose your battle with the bulge. Save Calories by substituting small decisions made at the grocery store, in front of the fridge, and in a restaurant can make a big diﬀerence in your health. Nutrition experts say that simple substitutions in your diet can subtract thousands of calories and help prevent high cholesterol, elevated blood pressure, and diabetes. Microwaving instead of frying plantains, for example, can eliminate 120 calories a piece plus cho-

lesterol-raising fats. Switching from regular to light beer cuts a quarter of the calories. But don’t equate substitution with deprivation, says Denver dietitian Malena Perdomo, a spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association for Latino nutrition issues. “People focus too much on what they can’t have when they should be asking, ‘Is this food good enough for me? Is it full of the nutrients I need?’,” she says. “Making substitutions and cutting back favorite foods to once a week are the small steps that get you started living a healthy lifestyle.” Start with these simple recommendations from the food experts. Replace whole or 2 percent milk with 1 percent or skim. Substitute salt with onions, basil, cilantro, pico

de gallo, and peppers. Buy wholewheat pasta, bread, and tortillas instead of processed varieties. The fiber can keep cholesterol down and fight constipation. Scale back your daily breakfast sweet (for example, pan dulce) and highfat desserts to once a week. On the other days, eat foods like oatmeal and berries, low-fat yogurt or cottage cheese with raisins, or low-fat cheese on whole wheat crackers. Load up salads with spinach, which is rich in iron, vitamin E, and calcium; hard-boiled eggs; lean meats or fish; and other vegetables and fruits. And, cook beans with bouillon rather than ham hocks or other meat. To find a nutrition specialist near you, visit the American Dietetic Association or call 1-800-877-0877.

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regular a la light, o de dieta, se elimina un cuarto de las calorías contenidas en cada vaso. y, a veces, que no es algo bueno. Pero no equipare la sustitución De modo consistente, la comu- con la privación, nos dice Malena nidad hispana cuenta con tasas de Perdomo, dietista de Denver y obesidad que son más altas que el vocera sobre asuntos latinos de la promedio, lo que incrementa los Asociación Dietética Americana. riesgos de contraer muchas afec- “La gente se concentra demasiado ciones. No pierda la batalla contra en lo que no puede comer cuando, en realidad, debería preguntarse: los abdómenes abultados. Las pequeñas decisiones que se ‘¿Será este alimento bueno para toman en el mercado, frente al mí? ¿Tendrá todos los nutrientes refrigerador o en el restaurante que necesito?’ ”, nos dice. Las pueden signiﬁcar mucho para su sustituciones y disminuciones de salud. “He visto pacientes que han alimentos favoritos una vez a la sos bajado 20 libras en un año con tan semana constituyen pasólo un cambio que han hecho, tal pequeños hacia un escomo eliminar el consumo de al- tilo de vida más salucohol o los postres”, dice Claudia dable. González, dietista de Miami. “Hay Para comenzar un tanta gente de 50 y 60 años que nuevo régimen dietésigue comiendo como si todavía tico, aquí le proporcionamos unas simples retuviera 20 ó 30”. Los expertos en nutrición dicen comendaciones de los que simples sustituciones en la expertos: Reemplace dieta pueden signiﬁcar una reduc- la leche entera o del ción de miles de calorías, y pueden 2 por ciento por una prevenir el colesterol alto, la hip- del 1 por ciento o descremada. Todas tienen la misma cantidad de ertensión y la diabetes. Al procesar los plátanos en el calcio. Utilice cebolla, especias, microondas, en vez de freírlos, se albahaca, cilantro, pico de gallo eliminan 120 calorías por pieza, y pimienta, en vez de sal. Commás las grasas que elevan el coles- pre pastas, tortillas y pan integral terol. Al cambiar de la cerveza en lugar de las variedades procCopyright 2017 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

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Sleep and your health

leep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health, quality of life, and safety. The damage from sleep deficiency can occur in an instant, or it can harm you over time. For example, ongoing sleep deficiency can raise your risk for some chronic health problems. It also can affect how well you think, react, work, learn, and get along with others. Here are some tips to help: Stick to a schedule. Always go to bed at the same time and get up at the same time. Be sure your bedroom is quiet, dark and has a comfortable temperature. Don’t nap too much, and never late in the day or for too long. Avoid exercise with-

in three hours of bedtime. Avoid caﬀeine after 1 or 2 pm. Avoid alcohol within one or two hours of bedtime. Don’t watch TV or work on the computer close to bedtime. Don’t bring your phone or laptop to bed. Don’t eat too much too late, though snacking on such sleep-promoters as turkey, milk, granola, banana or tart cherry juice may be useful. Take a warm bath before bedtime. It’s counterproductive to try to fall asleep when you’re feeling wide awake or obsessed with stressful thoughts. Get up, move to a diﬀerent room, and try to bore yourself with a dull book. Only when you start feeling drowsy should you go back to bed. (En español p. 20)

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esadas y enriquecidas. La ﬁbra no sólo ayuda a mantener el nivel de colesterol bajo, sino también ayuda a evitar el estreñimiento. Limite la porción dulce del desayuno (por ejemplo, pan dulce) a una vez a la semana; el resto de los días, consuma avena y bayas, que son ricas en vitaminas y ﬁbra. InVaccines are for ALL AGES! cluya en sus ensaladas la espinaca, cargada de hierro, calcio y vitamina E, en vez de lechuga repollada. Añada nutrientes como huevos duros, carnes magras o pescado, y otras frutas y verduras. Cocine los frijoles con cubitos de caldo en vez de codillos de jamón u otras carnes, y evite los frijoles fritos, ya que contienen mucha grasa y calorías. Pruebe los tamales vegetarianos con quesos baChildren need immunizations at Birth, 2, 4, 6, 12, & 18 months jos en grasa y ají verde, 4-6 years & 11-12 years para evitar el consumo innecesario Adults need a Flu vaccine every de grayear and other vaccines as recommended by a physician. sas. 806 18th Street 806.775.2933 tituya Suslos postres o las merienFree STOP das con alto contenido Secure hunting graso por una ración de yogurt con Confidential down shot For pasas, melón con requesón bajo Electronic Adults & records... Doctor Accessible en grasas o galletitas integrales Children con mantequilla de maní o queso immtracforeveryone.com magro. March/marzo 2017, Vol. 11, Issue 3 Page

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Celebrate March as Month of the Family

o you talk with D your family? Do you share meals

KAPPA DELTA CHI: The ladies took time from their volunteering duties at the Annual Pancake Festival, to pose for Latino Lubbock Magazine.

SIGMA LAMBDA BETA: The students volunteered at the Annual Pancake Festival helping with syrup refills, and flipping pancakes.

together or participate in group activities? Start now and join Parents Step Ahead in promoting family union and preser ving values by designating one night a week to spend with your family. Celebrate the Month of the Family by getting all family members together for weekly activities. Whether it is for 30 minutes or the whole day, take the time to enjoy and appreciate your family. Commit to family quality and quantity time. Make these activities a tradi-

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abla con su familia? ¿H ¿Comparten comidas juntos? ¿Participan en actividades de

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tion that can be carried on to future generations. Schools, community organizations and businesses can also get involved by developing a series of messages and activities that focus on family unity throughout the month of March. Visit the Parents Step Ahead website at www.parentsstepahead.org to see campaigns created to promote Month of the Family, get tips for family fun and to view videos promoting the importance of spending time with your family.

grupo? Empieza hoy y únase a Padres un Paso Adelante a promover la unión familiar y a preservar sus valores eligiendo un día a la semana para pasarla con su familia. Celebre el mes familiar reuniendo a todos los miembros de su familia para llevar a cabo actividades familiares. Ya sea 30 minutos o el día completo, tómese el tiempo para disfrutar y apreciar a su familia. Comprométase a pasar tiempo de calidad con su familia. Haga de estas actividades una tradición que sus futuras genera-

ciones practicaran. Escuelas, organizaciones comunitarias y compañías pueden también involucrarse desarrollando y creando una serie de mensajes y actividades enfocadas en la unión familiar a través del mes de Marzo, El Mes de la Familia. Visite la página de Padres un Paso Adelante www.parentsstepahead.org y vea las campañas creadas a promover el Día de la Familia, obtenga consejos y sugerencias para un Día Familiar divertido y vea los videos que promueven la importancia de pasar tiempo con sus familias.

Education & Scholarship Updates LULAC SCHOLARSHIPS LULAC Scholarship applications are now being accepted through March 31, 2017. This includes scholarships provided by LULAC Council #263 of Lubbock, Texas. Apply online at wwww.lulac.org CARRILLO SCHOLARSHIP is now taking applications. This is for high school seniors who will be graduating in May that live in the Lubbock area. Pick up an application at St. Joseph Church office at 102 N. Ave. P. Deadline is March 31, 2017. 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. ADELANTE SCHOLARSHIPS www.adelantefund.org/#!scholarships/crij HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP CONSORTIUM www.hispanicscholar.org/#!apply/c17ip LA UNIDAD LATINA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP www.lulf.org/apply/ CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM www.chci. org/scholarships/page/chci-scholarshipprogram NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION, Inc. (NSNA) Breakthrough To Nursing Scholarships For Ethnic Apply online at www.nsna.org WOMAN-TO-WOMAN SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship fund was established to provide support for women who are 50 years of age or older and find themselves in need of additional education or vocational training in order to obtain employment or to make a needed change in their current employment situation. ELIGIBILITY: South Plains resident who will be attending a South Plains school. CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation (2509 80th Street; Lubbock, TX 79423; Phone (806) 762-8061) $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

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Youth/Juventud

On: Friendship

TRIATHLONS FOR KIDS Will be held Wednesday, March 8 at from 4:30-6 pm, $5/family, ages 5-12 with parent/guardian participation. Find out how to get your kids started competing in Triathlons, how to train them, and how to register for races near you. Kids will also have fun experiencing the action through transition simulations with real triathlon equipment! Register now, space is limited, Maxey Community Center, located at 4020 30th Street. SPRING BREAK CAMP Will be held March 13-17, Monday-Friday from 7:30 am5:30 pm, $85, ages 6-12. Join your friends for fun-ﬁlled days of arts and crafts, movies, games and more! Snacks included. Families that income qualify will receive a 50% discount. Bring a sack lunch. Space is limited, Maggie Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst. FAMILY DANCE NIGHT Will be held on Friday, March 17 from 7:30-10:30 pm, $2 per person, ages 11+. Bring your family to enjoy a fun night of Country and Western Dancing. Don Hunnicut will be DJing. All levels welcome beginning through advanced, Hodges Community Center (4011 University). BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS RODEO Protect your brain and put your skills to the test with this fun educational event! Bring your bike and ride through our obstacle course and practice your safety skills! A new component has been added for parents and adults with our pedal cart course on Saturday, March 18 from 12-3 p.m. for ages 4-adult at Safety City (46th and Avenue U). EASTER BUNNY BRUNCH Thursday, March 30 is the last day to register for the Easter Bunny Brunch! The Brunch will take place Saturday, April 1, 9-11:30 am, $5/person, Parent/Guardian participation required, Register at Rawlings Community Center (213 40th Street).

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that cannot be artificially made but something that must be developed between people. Something that takes time and last a lifetime. Friends are vital to everyone’s life, they are the center of some people’s life’s, and they can become “part-ofthe-family.” They can be healthy for you, cause less stress, make you laugh until you can’t breathe, and be your shoulder to cry on. Also, they can make you so mad that you hate them for a few hours, they can drive your nerves up the wall, and they can make

you want to hurt them. It’s okay to have these feelings if they are healthy feelings. Friends are important for you and can be highly influential in your life. My friends are influential to me because they are true friends. They care about my opinions (most of the time anyways), they help me whenever I need it, and they always talk to me about important issues. If you don’t have friends like this, you need new friends. Be sure to find true and genuine friends that help improve your life. You cannot be alone in the world, it is not human nature, so you need to find friends. I promise that you won’t regret talking to people and making lasting friendships. Xavier Gomez - 16, attends Lubbock High where he is a junior. He is involved with UIL. His future aspirations are to be a chemical engineer, at Stanford University. He is the son of Mark & Erlinda Gomez

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Adelante Awards Seeking Nominations

os Hermanos Familia of L Lubbock is now accepting nominations for the 3rd Annual

“Adelante Awards,” a recognition program that will showcase and honor Hispanic men in the Lubbock and surrounding community, who excel in their careers and volunteer eﬀorts. Adelante, a Spanish word that means onward, describes Hispanic men who work tenaciously for the greater good of their community that have made, or are making an impact on past, current, and future generations. Thirteen individuals will be selected in the following categories: Education, Medical, Business Owner, Professional, First Responder, Military/Veteran, Church, Civic/Volunteer, Media, Arts & Entertainment, Athlete/ Athletics Supporter, College Young Adult, and Youth. In addition, a Lifetime Achievement Award honors an individual who has continuously paved the trail for others. This year, Emilio Abeyta, a dedicated volunteer and attorney will be recognized. Members of the community can submit a nomination for an individual in the respective category, and an independent, anonymous panel of judges will determine the recipients. The 3rd Annual Adelante Awards & Recognition Banquet showcas-

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ing and honoring the recipients will be held on Friday, May 5, 2017. The Adelante Award program is an initiative of Los Hermanos Familia a local nonprofit established in 2008. The organization began with the annual, “Vamos a Pescar, Let’s Go Fishing” event, which uses fishing as a hook to bring families together. The event was inspired when a last request to go fishing with the entire family was filled by Frank Garcia, whose father, the late Gonzalo Garcia Sr., made a day before his death. In 2016, it drew almost 5,000 participants. The event will be co-chaired by Christy Martinez-Garcia & Frank Garcia, who established the scholarship program in that benefits young Hispanic males in high school and college. "By promoting Hispanic male leadership in the Lubbock community, Los Hermanos Familia believes it will help strengthen families. More so, as a community it is important to recognize these men who are blazing the trails for others," said Martinez-Garcia. They invite the public to consider nominating individuals from their organization, business, workplace, or church communities whom they believe deserve such recognition. Online nominations can be made at www.loshermanosfamilia.org. To be a sponsor or for ticket information, please contact (806) 792-1212, or visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org.

Cecilia Muñoz White House Policy Council

Sonia Sotomayor Supreme Court Justice

Natalie Morales Broadcast Journalist

Sandra Cisneros Author

Janet Murgia NCLR CEO & President

Our History is Our Strength Recognizing Latinas During Women’s History Month

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

arch is Women's History M Month. Each year, the President issues a special Women’s

History Month Proclamation during the month marking the contributions of Women. And, while many women have made countless contributions to society, Hispanic women leaders have also played a vital role in ﬁghting for natural rights. Dolores Huerta, for example, is a civil and workers' rights leader and co-founder of the National Farm Workers Association, which later became the United Farm Workers (UFW) with Cesar Chávez in 1962. In 1966, she negotiated a contract between the UFWOC and Schenley Wine Company, marking the ﬁrst time that farm workers were able to successfully and collectively bargain with an agricultural enterprise. Cecilia Muñoz is Director of the

White House Domestic Policy Council. Prior to that, she served as the White House Director of Intergovernmental Affairs. A longtime civil rights advocate, she worked as Senior Vice President for the Office of Research, Advocacy and Legislation at the National Council of La Raza (NCLR), a nonprofit organization established to improve opportunities for Hispanic Americans, overseeing advocacy activities that cover issues of importance to immigrants. Sonia Sotomayor is an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, serving since August 2009. Sotomayor is the Court’s 111th justice, its first Hispanic justice, and its third female justice. Natalie Morales-Rhodes is an American broadcast journalist, working for NBC News. She is the Today Show West Coast anchor and appears on other programs including Dateline NBC and NBC Nightly News.

Sandra Cisneros is an American author and poet who is heavily influenced by her MexicanAmerican heritage. Her novels The House on Mango Street and Caramelo have been translated into many languages and have won many literary awards. Janet Murguía has emerged as a key figure among the next generation of leaders in the Latino community. Since January 1, 2005, she has served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the U.S. These women, along with millions of other Latinas, provide outstanding role models for the leaders of today and tomorrow. It is their leadership and pioneering spirit that have paved the way for new exceptional leaders. To all Latinas congratulations! ¡Y que viva la mujer!

search Center in Silicon Valley, California. She moved to JSC in 1990 as an astronaut candidate. After completing training, she served on the nine-day STS-56 mission aboard the space shuttle Discovery in 1993, conducting atmospheric studies to better understand the effect of solar activity on the Earth’s climate and environment. She has logged nearly 1,000 hours in orbit and participated in four space flights, including the first docking mission with the International Space Station. “I’m honored to be recognized among generations of astronauts who were at the forefront of ex-

ploring our universe for the benefit of humankind,” Ochoa said. “I hope to continue to inspire our nation’s youth to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math so they, too, may reach for the stars.” Ochoa earned a bachelor’s degree in physics from SDSU and a master’s degree and doctorate in electrical engineering from Stanford University. She is a co-inventor on three patents and author of several technical papers. Ochoa is JSC’s first Hispanic director, and its second female director.

Dr. Ellen Ochoa Selected to U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame eteran V NASA astronaut El-

len Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman to go to space and the current director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, Texas, was inducted into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame. Ochoa joined NASA in 1988 as a research engineer at Ames Re-

¡Que viva la mujer!

BY ISIAH LUCIO LOPEZ, INTERN AND AMARIS GARCIA, ASST. EDITOR FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

o commemorate Women’s T History month, Latino Lubbock Magazine spoke with eight

Latinas who shared their achievements, their struggles, and other women who played a signiﬁcant role in their journey. Dr. Xochitl Duarte Ramos, DDS grew up in the Arnett Benson neighborhood and had several Latina role models. “My mom instilled in DUARTE RAMOS my siblings and I every day the importance of education. She checked our grades every day. She found extracurricular activities and programs for us to attend to broaden our horizons,” said Ramos. She received a full scholarship to Texas Tech University, then attended Baylor’s College of Dentistry. She moved back to Lubbock and became a dentist at the Community Health Center of Lubbock. Since becoming the Dental Director of the program, she has mentored aspiring dentists and provided guidance to college students considering a health professions career. Cynthia Quintanilla credited Vi rg i n i a Alamanza, who helped in her role as- Executive Director of Catholic Charities. “There are more and more womQUINTANILLA en (nationally) who have committed to taking on this role that was once dominated by our male counterparts,” said Quintanilla who has been the executive director for Catholic Charities for three years. She said the Lubbock community has been tremendous in their support,

¡Viva la Mujer!

and she looks forward to collaborating with agencies to continue the mission of nonproﬁt organizations. More so, she takes pride in her work serving the community, which has helped her grow as a leader. Deputy Superintendent for Lubbock ISD, Dr. Theresa Williams, said her mom instilled strong worth ethic and a value of education in her. “My WILLIAMS mom has been my greatest role model,” she said explaining that her mom came from Mexico. “She came to this country as a nine-year-old girl and faced many challenges in school due to the lack of bilingual education.” It was that experience that her mom instilled her daughter to strive for higher education. Dr. Williams is now part of the growing number of women taking on higher leadership positions such as principals and upper-level district leadership positions. “I believe that you give back the guidance that was once given to you. I’ve had many mentors in my career, and currently, mentor others,” she said. Marsha Perales-Hull, an OBGYN of Women’s Health Associates, was inspired by her grandm o t h e r ’s accomplishment. “My grandmother was the ﬁrst H i s p a n i c PERALES-HULL woman to graduate from her high school,” Perales-Hull said. As her grandmother planted the seed of education, her parents went to college and encouraged her to attend as they enforced the value of education. To that Perales-Hull believes in empowering other women, “I own my own practice with

two other women… we [employ] women and encourage them in their own careers,” she said. Dr. Soﬁa Chapman said her mom and her aunt inRODRIGUEZ spired and CHAPMAN encouraged her to continue on with her education. “My tía, Dr. Anna Maria received higher education in Counseling Education. She inspired me to continue forward. My mom wasn’t college educated but went to high school. She told me, ‘you need to keep going,’” and she did diligently. Chapman now serves as the Director of Student Conduct at Texas Tech. Because she works with many students, she always seeks opportunities for them. She said, “I want them to be successful.” Claudia Hernandez, a senior at Texas Tech, always knew she wanted to pursue a college education. “It was something that my parents highly enHERNANDEZ couraged my brother and [me] to do because they, themselves, never experienced what college is like.” She committed to getting her education and decided to take advantage of every opportunity she could as a student. Hernandez was part of the twirling team and in a Panhellenic sorority. She is graduating with honors in May and will be going to optometry school at Indiana University in the fall. For Sylvia Juarez, empowerment and the education of women are important. Juarez lost her mother at a young age, and though her mother had a second-grade education, she holds her to be the smartest woman in her eyes. “She taught me not to give up when times are

tough, follow my dreams, [the] basics in education, ﬁnance, and [in] life.” Juarez currently holds the title of presidentelect of the Hispanic Wo m e n ’s JUAREZ Association (HAW). The persistence that was taught by her mother enabled Juarez to be successful in her career in the legal ﬁeld and with HAW. Through this organization, she continues to commit her values and help women through networking and community involvement. For Latino Lubbock Magazine Publisher, Christy Martinez-Garcia, empowering and showcasing Latinas is something that she strives to do through her publication, which is in Lubbock and 23

rural communities, and has over 100,000 readers monthly. “Having so many strong women in my life including my mom, grandmothMARTINEZ-GARCIA er, and tías coupled with my teachers, it was inevitable for me to take on challenges and strive for success. Likewise in all I do and achieve, like all the women who played a role in my life - I pay it forward.” Martinez-Garcia said that she takes pride in the role of women in the home, workplace and the community and hopes the issues they face become fewer, and the opportunities grow stronger. Congratulations to all women from Latino Lubbock Magazine.

The 17th Annual

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March & Celebration

March 25, 2017 from 1 to 3 p.m.

• People’s Honor March begins at Cesar E. Chavez Drive & N. University. Park car at Cavazos Middle School, shuttle will transport to Buddy Holly Lake where the march starts. • March will end at Cavazos Middle School at 210 N. University. • 2017 Theme: "In Unity for the America" • Please wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen, bring a water bottle, commemorative posters. • Groups asked to bring banners, wear t-shirts. • Senior citizens can ride behind walkers. • Car and Motorcycle Clubs welcome! For additional info call (806) 792-1212.

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Estevan & Gloria Gutierrez 50th as of March 18,1967

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40th as of February 26th

Anniversary

Carlos & Nancy Rios, 31st as of March 1st

Hap p y B ir thday!

JOE CARRILLO SCHOLARSHIP VALENTINE'S DANCE: Following the death of an active member in the Hispanic community Joe Carrillo in 2006, the Knights of Columbus Council 8097 named a scholarship in his honor. Annually the Knights hold a Valentine’s dance with proceeds benefitting the scholarship fund. Pictured is the Carrillo family.

¡Felicidades! Congratulations! Anniversary photos may be mailed or delivered by the 15th of each month, along with payment. THE FEE IS $25. Please submit photo, name, number of years, and wedding date. Call (806)792-1212 for more info, or email us at news@latinolubbock.net PLEASE, NO CELL PHONE PHOTOS.

Anniversary

Raul & Marilanda Cristan

Jose J. Martinez - March 25th

Anniversary

Richard & Eva Parras

28th as of March 18, 1989

Daddy, They say that we learn from the ones who love us most. We are thankful to have been loved by you, for you have helped us to become the people we are today. Happy Birthday, Dad! Today we celebrate your life. May you have good health and happiness all the days of your life. And, may God continue to bless you. Love, Your children - Christy, Cindy, JoAnn, Monica, Joey, and Roman As well as your grandchildren, son-in-law Frank, and the rest of your family and friends

Neighborhood News & Resources A R N E T T- B E N S O N NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Will be held on Thursday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m. for all ages. Be a part of the free Arnett-Benson neighborhood by ﬁnding ways to improve the community, Maggie Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst. COMMUNITY NEIGHBORHOOD ALLEY CLEANUP Help us beautify our community on Saturday, March 25 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for all ages! For free, residents can get rid of large unwanted by bringing them to roll off dumpsters that will be in our parking lot. Thanks to Keep Lubbock Beautiful and Solid Waste for their help in making this event possible, Maggie Trejo Supercenter (3200 Amherst). DUNBAR MANHATTAN HEIGHTS COMMUNITY MEETING Come out and be a part of the Manhattan Heights family by planning, discussing and coming up with ideas to better improve the community on Saturday, March 25 for all ages at 10:30 a.m. for free, Simmons Adult Activity Center (2004 Oak Avenue). 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. JACKSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Meets monthly, the last Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Jackson school cafeteria. Call (806)687-1751 for info.

Signs of the Season KCBD Meoterolgist, John Robison Provides Spring Weather Information lthough A they’ve been few and

far between, there have been some signs of the season ahead, including warm south winds, 70 and 80 degree temperatures and even a few thunderstorms in New Mexico and west Texas. These are signs that point to the spring season in west Texas which means, THUNDERSTORMS. That term brings with it visions of big cauliﬂower-looking clouds, heavy rain, intense lightning and unfortunately, hail and even tornadoes. During the month, you’ll begin to hear terms that you haven’t heard for about a year. Meteorologists will be issuing watches, warnings and using such terms as the dryline, squall line, wall and funnel clouds. If you’re like many Texans, you may wonder what some of the ‘weather words’ mean and if you should be concerned when you hear them in the media. With the arrival of March, we are just entering our thunderstorm season. Late April, May and early June is the most active storm period across west Texas. In fact, more tornadoes and severe

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storms occur in the last week of May and first week of June than any other time of the year for the Lubbock region. There are two very phrases that you will hear very often in a storm season, Watch and Warning. There is a very important difference between the two. Think of a Thunderstorm or Tornado WATCH as literally ‘watching’ for storms to develop. A Watch is usually issued for a 4 to 6-hour period, such as 4pm-10pm or midnight to 6 am. In most cases a Watch will be issued in advance of storm development. A Watch is issued to alert you to the possibility of severe storms that may develop and produce large hail, high winds and possibly tornadoes. There are two types of Watches: Thunderstorm and Tornado. While severe storms will occur in either kind of watch, a Tornado Watch indicates a more unstable atmosphere that favors the development of tornadoes from some thunderstorms. A Warning is issued when severe weather is imminent. Warnings are issued by the local National weather service office, in our case the Lubbock office. There are two National Weather Service offices that impact our area Lubbock and Midland. In my next article I’ll discuss storm warning criteria and some of those unusual weather terms, such as dryline, squall line and wall cloud.

Severe Weather Day

he Student Chapter of the American Meteorological Society at Texas Tech University, along with KCBD News Channel 11, the National Weather Service, and the Science Spectrum, will be hosting Lubbock’s annual Severe Weather Awareness Day on Saturday, March 4th, from 10

am to 4 pm at the Science Spectrum & OMNI Theater. Activities will include hands-on weather experiments for kids of all ages, live weather demonstrations with tornado and lightning simulators, information on severe weather preparedness, and door prizes. The

he Patterson Branch Library T will close on March 1, 2017 for renovations.

be returned to one of the three other Lubbock Public Library locations starting March 1st. The Lubbock Public Library locations are: - Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street - Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue - Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street The Patterson Branch is scheduled to reopen in June.

LULAC MEMBERS: Members of LULAC Council #4988 gathered for a photo after their annual scholarship banquet. Annually, the council hosts the event to raise funds for scholarships, to present awards, and to welcome their guest speaker. This year’s guest speaker was former Texas U.S. Rep., Pete Gallego. 806

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Patterson Library Closed For Renovations

During this stage of renovations, the Patterson Branch will receive: new ﬂooring, new furniture, new paint, exterior repairs, and ADA compliant restrooms. Stage 1 of the renovations included a new roof and HVAC system, which were installed in 2015. Library materials checked out from the Patterson Branch will need to

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Viva Aztlan Festival March 10-11

he 23rd Annual Viva Aztlan Festival, a fesT tival featuring competing folkloric dance groups and Mariachi concert designed to enrich

ORDER OF THE ENGINEER: Members of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) who will be graduating, participated in the Order of the Engineer ceremony. It was initiated in the United States to foster a spirit of pride and responsibility in the engineering profession, to bridge the gap between training and experience, and to present to the public a visible symbol identifying the engineer. The objective of SHPE was to form a national organization of professional engineers to serve as role models in the Hispanic community. Pictured L to R: Omar L. Ortega , Mechanical Engineering; Celisse Charles, Mechanical Engineering; Dean Al Sacco Jr. ; Christian Blanco, Mechanical Engineering; and Norberto Gonzales, Petroleum Engineering. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

the community with Mexican and Mestizo culture, will be held on Saturday, March 11, at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. The Viva Aztlan Festival began in 1993 and since then has continued its purpose of enriching the community with the Mexican and Mestizo culture through art and stage productions. On Friday, March 10th workshops will be held. That evening, a Pachanga will be held at Rooster’s Food Truck Yard, 1602 Main St. from 4 to 10 p.m. On Saturday, the festival will feature folklorico competitions from

10:30 am – 4 pm on Saturday. Evening entertainment will feature local Mariachi & Folklorico groups and a special showcase performance featuring the sounds of Veracruz harpist, Salvador Peña Herrera, and Mariachi Azteca de América. Participants and entertainers travel to Lubbock for the Viva Aztlan Festival from various cities throughout Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Colorado. Pre-sale festival tickets may be purchased online at www.vivaztlanfestival. ezevent.com under the event name Viva Aztlan Festival, or regular-priced tickets may be purchased on the day of the event at the entrance doors. Pre-sale tickets are $10, $15 for Saturday, March 11. At the door, tickets are $20.

Stripes Stores Announce Selena Commemorative Cups

tripes Convenience Stores® S and Fiesta de la Flor presented by CITGO announced the release

of two Selena commemorative cups that will be sold at participating Stripes Stores. Selena fans won’t want to miss the opportunity to add these two commemorative cups to their Selena collection. Stripes worked with Suzette Quintanilla to create the two designs for the commemorative cups featuring the Tejano music superstar. The cups will be sold for $2.99 at participating Stripes Stores in Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley, Laredo, San Antonio, Houston and select stores in Midland and Odessa. Portions of the cup sales will go to the Selena Foundation.

"Our guests are at the center of all that we do and we know that honoring Selena's legacy is incredibly meaningful to her fans. These commemorative cups are a unique opportunity to show our support and starting March 1 our guests can pick them up at our participating stores," stated Eduardo Pereda, VP of Marketing Convenience Brands for Sunoco LP. The commemorative cups will be sold at Stripes Stores beginning March 1 through April 4 or while supplies last.

Benito Juárez Day Observed March 21st n nuA ally in Mexico, the

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nation celebrates Benito Juárez's birthday on March 21st. Juárez was an important Mexican liberal during the time of the U.S.-Mexican War, and emerged as one of the nation’s most important figures in the Nineteenth Century. A Zapotec Indian from Oaxaca, Juárez was born into a peasant family in 1806. By 1831, Juárez

was a lawyer and an active liberal politician at the city and state level. When Valentín Gomez Farias became president of Mexico in 1846, Juárez went to Congress and supported a wave of liberal reforms designed to bolster Mexico’s efforts in the U.S.-Mexican War, but that eventually failed and triggered a conservative revolt. As the war wound down, Juárez returned to Oaxaca as governor, advocated a protracted guerilla war against the United States, opposed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, and refused to grant General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna asylum when his

government collapsed. In 1853, the dictator returned to exact his revenge, and Juárez fled to New Orleans. He returned to Mexico in 1855, and became the nation’s president two years later. From 1857 to 1872, Juárez successfully defended his government against Conservative opponents in the War of the Reform, and defended his nation against the French-back monarchists under Emperor Maximillian I. He emerged as one of the truly great men of Mexican history, and died in office from a heart attack in 1872.

Faith & Religion/Fe y religión Church Bulletins ENCHILADA OR NOPAL PLATES March 1st 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Lubbock Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1120 52nd St., Enchiladas with all the sides. $8 plate. ENCHILADA LUNCHEON March 3rd, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lubbock St Joseph’s Church, 102 N. Ave. P, in the Church Hall, Enchiladas, beans, rice, and tea for dine-in only. Sponsored by Catholic Daughters of America. ST. PATRICK’S HOLY NAME FISH FRY will be held at the Church Parish Hall located at 1603 Cherry Avenue, March 1st, March 24th, and on April 7th from 11 am - 8 pm. Catﬁsh Plate, $8, includes: Catﬁsh, coleslaw, fries, hush puppies. Salmon Plate, $10, includes: Salmon, Roasted Potatoes, Dirty Rice, Green Beans. Dine-in meal includes tea and dessert. For advance orders and information call: Edward Salas 806-543-7377 or Delma Salinas 806-781-1644. FISH FRY Lubbock Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1120 52nd St., All Fridays of Lent – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fish with all the sides. $8 plate. RETIRO DE CUARESMA PARA MUJERES #28 – “Mujer de Fe” “Señor, Ten Piedad de Mi” – March 3-4, Catholic Renewal Center, 4th & Toledo, Lubbock. Speakers – Deacon Benny & Adela Brito. Musica- Noe Ramos y su Grupo. To register: Lupita Martinez-747-1320, Adela Brito-799-4223, o Molly Ramos- 577-1733. WOMEN’S RETREAT - “100th Anniversary of Fatima,” Saturday, March 4, 8:30-2 p.m. There is no cost. Lunch is provided. This bilingual retreat will be presented by Deacon Pedro Juarez and Sister Felipa Lara at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 52nd & Avenue L, Lubbock. To attend--RSVP by February 28 to Mary Cruz, 806-786-3047 MISSION WITH MARY – Thursdays, March 23 & 30, April 6, 7-8:30 p.m., Our Lady of Grace Church, 3111 Erskine, Lubbock. Guest speakers: Msgr. Tim Schwertner, Father Bob Perry, OP, and Sister Olivia Rico, OSF. Discover how the four main truths about the mother of Jesus are less about Mary and more about her special relationship with each one of us. All are welcome. GRIEF SHARE program Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00 p.m., runs for 13 weeks. To register: 806-792-3943 ext. 231 or familylife@ catholiclubbock.org 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.

St. Patrick's Day

A Religious Holiday and Feast

hile St. Patrick's Day W is now associated mostly with "all things

Irish," it is actually celebrated by Christian people around the world. Saint Patrick's Day is a religious holiday celebrated internationally on 17 March because St. Patrick died on March 17th in AD 461. It is named after Saint Patrick (c. AD 387–461), the most commonly recognized of the patron saints of Ireland. It originated as a Catholic holiday and became an oﬃcial feast day in the early 17th century. It has gradually become more of a secular celebration of Ireland's culture. St. Patrick was adept at speaking and converting pagans in Ireland, and he faced many trials due to his mission work. As such, St. Patrick's Day is a celebration that holds a lot of spiritual meaning for

Christian. First, the holiday is a traditional day for spiritual renewal. It is a day that Christians can use to reﬂect on their spiritual walk and reﬂect on their relationship with God. St. Patrick found that renewal, because he considered himself a pagan before he became a slave and discovered his relationship with God through prayer. In cities around the world with large Irish populations the postmass celebrations include parades, Irish music and songs, and Irish food and drink. In Lubbock, a St. Patrick's Day Feast will take place at St. Patrick's Church located at 1603 Cherry Ave. on Friday, March 17, 2017. The celebration will begin with a mass at 6 p.m., followed immediately by a Potluck Dinner in the church hall. For more info please call (806) 765-5123.

2017 Lent Calendar

ent is a time of preparation L for the death of Christ on Good Friday and His Resurrec-

tion on Easter Sunday. It is a period of 40 days of repentance, with prayer, fasting and abstinence, and Confession. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday 46 days before Easter Sunday, on March 1, 2017. Feast of Saint Patrick is Friday, March 17. Followed by the Feast of Saint Joseph on Sun., March 19. Palm Sunday will be on Sunday, April 9th, commemorates the triumphal entrance of Christ into Jerusalem, when palm branches were placed in His path, before His arrest on Holy Thursday and His Cruciﬁxion on Good Friday. Holy Thursday is April 13, 2017, and is the day on which

Christ celebrated the Last Supper with His disciples, four days after His triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Only hours after the Last Supper, Judas would betray Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane, setting the stage for Christ's Cruciﬁxion on Good Friday. Good Friday, April 14, 2017, commemorates the Passion and Death of our Lord Jesus Christ on the Cross. Holy Saturday, April 15, the ﬁnal day of Lent, of Holy Week, and of the Easter Triduum. The Annunciation of the Lord is Saturday, March 25. Easter Sunday, April 16, is the greatest feast in the Christian calendar. On this Sunday, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead

HONORING A FAITH LEADER: Priests including Bishop Robert Coever were among those honoring Bishop Placido Rodriguez at a WTOS & LEAD benefit event.

SHRIMP PEEL: St Elizabeth KOC Council 12803 hosted “Fat Tuesday On Friday” with a silent auction, and all you can eat shrimp. The event is held in historic Hanly Hall, and follows with a dance and great fellowship.

WELCOME BROTHER KNIGHTS: The Knights of Columbus Council #16394, of San Ramon Parish has completed a year of being a council! Pictured are some of the members at the annual San Ramon Valentine's Dance. Congratulations!

Alíviate pronto... Get well soon Our Prayers are with you

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Nicholasa Rocha Dominga Mojica Rosemary Barraza Nehemias Martinez Eric Strong Paula Champion

Ben Ybañez Josie Castañeda Lala Sosa Luis Salas Lisa Carabajal Velasquez

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he history of the Saint PatT rick’s Battalion, “The San Patricios,” in the US-Mex-

ican War, has placed the Irish as a revered race in Mexico; even to this day, an Irish person in Mexico will be told a countless number of times about the famous ‘Irish Martyrs’ who defected from the US Army and gave their lives trying to save Mexico from U.S. aggression during the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848. A main reason for their hero status in Mexico is derived from their exemplary performance in the battlefield. The San Patricios ultimately suffered severe casualties at the famous battle at Churubusco, which is considered the Waterloo for the Mexican Army in this war. Mexican President Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, who also commanded the armed forces, stated afterwards that if he had commanded a few hundred more men like the San Patricios, Mexico would have won that ill-famed

battle. While the brave soldiers of Saint Patrick’s Battalion are not particularly well-known outside Mexico, it is clear that their godlike status in Mexico is enough to compensate for the attention they failed to receive in other countries. “Los Colorados” the redheaded Irishmen who gave their lives in the struggle for Mexican sovereignty, have their Irish names on signs and are named after prominent places. Fore example, there’s “O’Brien City,” better known as Ciudad Obregon in the northern state of Sonora, named after Alvaro Obregon (1880-1928) who was a famous and admired Mexican soldier and statesman, and many more. Moreover, both groups share communal and family values, a common spirituality and love for poetry, art, music and dance and a history that forever ties these two cultures. ¡Que vivan los San Patricios!

El sueño y su salud

l sueño juega un papel vital en E la buena salud y bienestar a lo largo de su vida. Obtener suficiente sueño de calidad en los momentos adecuados puede ayudar a proteger su salud mental, salud física, calidad de vida y seguridad. El daño por deficiencia de sueño puede ocurrir en un instante, o puede dañarlo con el tiempo. Por ejemplo, la deficiencia continua del sueño puede aumentar el riesgo de algunos problemas de salud crónicos. También puede afectar la forma en que piensa, reacciona, trabaja, aprende y se lleva bien con los demás. Aquí hay algunos consejos para ayudar: Cumpla con un horario. Siempre vaya a la cama al mismo tiempo y levántese al mismo tiempo. Asegúrese de que su dormitorio es silencioso, oscuro y tiene una temperatura cómoda. No duerma demasiado, y nunca tarde en el día o durante demasiado tiempo. Evite el ejercicio dentro de las tres horas

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de la hora de acostarse. Evite la cafeína después de 1 o 2 pm. Evite el alcohol dentro de una o dos horas de la hora de acostarse. No vea la televisión ni trabaje en la computadora cerca de la hora de acostarse. No traiga su teléfono o computadora portátil a la cama. No comer demasiado demasiado tarde, aunque snacking en promotores tales del sueño como el pavo, la leche, el granola, el plátano o el jugo agrio de la cereza puede ser útil. Tome un baño caliente antes de acostarse. Es contraproducente tratar de quedarse dormido cuando te sientes bien despierto o obsesionado con pensamientos estresantes. Levántate, muévete a una habitación diferente, y trata de aburrirte con un libro aburrido. Sólo cuando empiece a sentirse somnoliento debe volver a la cama. (In English p. 11 )

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Martin Joshua Hernandez was called home to be with Jesus on Jan. 31, 2017. He was born Aug. 6, 1994, in Lubbock, Texas, to Martin Hernandez and Virginia Elizabeth Hernandez. He graduated from Monterey High School in 2012 and attended South Plains College and was planning a career in the medical ﬁeld caring for others. Martin Joshua is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Virginia Cantu Pena and maternal uncle, Steven Andrew Cruz. Loved ones left to celebrate his life include: father, Martin Hernandez and wife, Fibi DeLeon Hernandez; mother, Virginia Hernandez and husband, Jesse N. Boisse; step-siblings, Kimberly Evonne Rodriguez, Victoria Anne Silvas and Jorge Christopher Silvas; fraternal grandparents, Willie and Elvira Hernandez; and maternal grandfather, Manuel Pops Cruz and wife, Dianna Cruz. Martin Joshua had a big heart; he was a compassionate, caring, and giving friend. He enjoyed spending time with family and gaming with friends. He will be missed. R ay m u n d o Alonzo, 81 of Lubbock passed away on February 8, 2017. He was born on May 13, 1935 in Sonora, Texas to his late parents; Raymundo Sr and Maria Alonzo. Raymundo married Carmen Rodriguez in July 1955 in Lubbock. Raymundo was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and he was just a loving person in general. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. Mr. Alonzo is survived by his daughter; Sylvia Gonzales, his sons; Bobby Joe Alonzo and Eddie Alonzo. 6 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind a sister; Guadalupe Covarrubio. He is preceded in death by his parents; a son; Roy Alonzo, and siblings; Esther Aguirre, Esperanza Florez, Jesse Alonzo and Edna Lucio. Jesse D. Selestino, 81, of Lubbock passed away on Feb. 17, 2017, in Lubbock, Texas. He was born on Aug. 29, 1935, in Lockhart, Texas, to George and Genoveva Selestion. Jesse lived a long life with no reserves, no retreats, and no regrets, but through it all he found his Lord. He will be missed by his grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and two sons, George Selestino of Dallas, and Jesse Selestino, Jr. of San Antonio.

Tony Amaro Jr., 78, was born November 8, 1938 in Maxwell, TX. He was called home to be with our Lord and Savior February 11, 2017. He is survived by his loving bride Emilia Ortiz Amaro and their ﬁve daughters and signiﬁcant others. Adrienne and husband Daniel Romo of Lubbock, Michelle Amaro and Jerry Flores of Idalou, Beatrice Amaro and Felix Vega of San Antonio, Crystal and husband Richard Gonzales of Plains and Tiana and husband Joey Villarreal of Dallas; Seven grandsons, two granddaughters, two granddaughters in-law, two great grandsons and one new grand baby on the way. His sisters Irene and husband Luz Casarez and Rosie Ortiz both of Lubbock, and many other family and friends that loved him. Francisco G Torres passed Saturday February 11, 2017. Francisco was born March 9, 1935. He retired from the City of Lubbock in 1992. Francisco is survived by his wife Micaela Torres, son Victor Torres (wife Patricia Torres), daughter Rosie Torres, grandchildren Ramiro Torres, Rachel Torres Aguirre, Rebecca Torres Castillo, Sarah Jimenez, Aubriana Torres, Jayson Torres, Elisa Turango, and Stephanie Morales, and many great grandchildren. Benancio C. Gonzales was called to be with our Lord on Feb. 14, 2017. He was born June 1, 1939, to the late Emilio and Guadalupe Gonzales in Marble Falls, Texas. Benancio was a farmer in Spur and Ralls, Texas, and got his CDL class A in California. He played accordion in the Grupo Los Hermanos Gonzales. Benancio married Juanita Mosqueda. He is survived by children, Ben Jr. and wife, Josefa of Lubbock, Albert Gonzales of Vernon and Stella Guidash of Arlington; a brother, Domingo and wife, Kay Gonzales of Scottsbluff, NE and sister, Alice Gonzales of Lubbock; nine grandchildren; and 16 great-grandkids. Benancio was preceded in death by his wife and three brothers.

To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

Gilbert Villegas, 64, of New Deal entered into eternal peace on Feb. 14, 2017. He was born Jan. 6, 1953, in New Deal, Texas, to his late parents, Jose (Pepe) Villegas and Maxine Lopez Villegas. He graduated from New Deal High in 1972. He was known for his active involvement in community and church, serving as councilman for the City of New Deal for four years, New Deal OLQA men’s club through which he gloved the boxers for the Golden Glove Association for 15 years and to also served St. Patrick Catholic Church Knights of Columbus organization. He is survived by his son, Chris Villegas and wife, Corina; daughters, Marcie Gonzales and husband, Michael, and Patty Sosa and husband, Gabriel, all of New Deal. Siblings include: his only brother, Johnny Polkas Villegas and wife, Cecelia; his sisters, Lela Gonzales and husband, Joe of New Deal and Nina Alvarez and husband, Mike of San Antonio, and Martha Martinez of College Station; he also leaves behind nine grandchildren. Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Pepe Villegas, (1973) Maxine Villegas (2013); and brothers, Jesse Villegas (1993) and Jose Jr. Villegas (2012). Olivia Gutierrez passed peacefully on February 12, 2017. She was born May 21, 1936 to the late Augustine and Jesusa Hernandez. Olivia is survived by her husband of 65 years Inocencio Gutierrez Sr., and their children Janie Ballejo and late husband Ramon of Idalou, Joe Gutierrez and wife Blandina of Lubbock, Sylvia Gutierrez and husband Joe Mata of Lubbock, David Gutierrez and wife Cindy of Petersburg, Rafael Gutierrez of San Antonio, Lilia Reyes and husband Mateo Jr. of Idalou, Incocencio Gutierrez Jr. and wife Anita of Petersburg, Damian Juarez and wife Krista Moreno of Crosbyton, Angie Cervantez and husband Desi of Lubbock, and Amn Mariah Ramirez of Idalou. Three brothers Augustin Jr., Guadalupe, and Baldemar Hernadez, two sisters Oralia Gonzalez, Graciela Marmalejo, 18 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two children Jessie and Olivia Gutierrez, and two sisters Santos Martinez, and Mary Louisa Orona. Olivia owned her own restaurant for twenty years; she was an active member of the Guadalupana Society. Memorial

Grace Gomez

April 16, 1944 to Feb. 20, 2016 In loving memory... We love you and miss you. You will never be forgotten. Your husband Joe, Your Kids, and the grandkids And many friends

En Aquellos Días…

n el rancho se comienza la E temporada de sembrar la cosecha en estos días.

Esto ocurre después de la última helada del año, principalmente en marzo. Me acuerdo ver a mi papa echando la semilla de algodón en las sembradoras, cuatro o seis en cada lado del t r a c t o r. Cuando andaba sembrando cerca de la casa, nos gustaba ayudarle porque a ese tiempo no parecía que era trabajo para nosotros. Mi papa nos dejaba que nos sentáramos entre medio de cada sembradora para darle peso. Nos dejaba sentados por dos o tres vueltas de los surcos. ¡Nos encantaba que nos paseara en el tractor! Ahora ya se acabaron esos días y los tractores tienen computadoras y no se necesitan tantas personas para hacer el trabajo. Me dio gusto durante el verano

cuando fui a visitar a mi sobrina. Tienen casa fuera del pueblo y sembraron un jardín. Me empezó a enseñar la “cosecha” que tenían. Habían sembrado elote, frijol, calabazas, melones, sandias, etc. Tienen tres niños y entre todos sembraron las semillas a m a n o . Regaron su jardín a mano y estiraron las yerbas entre todos. Cuando se dio la “cosecha” compartieron vegetables a nosotros y a sus amigos. Los niños les dio gusto cuando miraron todo lo que pudieron hacer con lo que habían sembrado. Estos niños les encanta vivir en el rancho; están aprendiendo y agradecer lo que es vivir de la tierra. Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith grew up en un rancho in Levelland, and enjoys sharing her memories of living in rural West Texas.

Live Stations of the Cross to be held at Grace and Guadalupe he Live T Stations of the Cross,

a series of 14 stations that chronicle the events depicting Christ’s suffering and death on the cross that took place at each step along Jesus’ path to crucifixion. This year, Our Lady of Grace, and our Lady of Guada-

lupe parishes will be presenting live stations. The events will be held on Good Friday, March 25. Our Lady of Grace will begin at 1 p.m., from the 2700 to 3100 blocks of Erskine, beginning on the corner of Boston Avenue and Erskine Street, which will mark the First Station. Our Lady of Guadalupe will be held begins at 7 p.m. on the South East area of the church.

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March Prayer A PRAYER FOR TODAY O LORD of every good and perfect gift, your blessings are too many to count and too wonderful to fully comprehend. Please use me to share those blessings with others. Give me eyes to see and ears to hear so that I can share your blessings with others today! In the name of Jesus, your greatest blessing, I pray. Amen.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y Aquí A.C.T.S Retreat Send-Off

Friends and family gathered to send off their loved All smiles as A.C.T.S members celebrated the evening. Families like the Hernandez came to support their family Friends supported the evening as they selected prayer one’s as they prepared for the weekend retreat. members. Way to go Billy! hours for the retreat participants.

Golden Gloves Regional Tournament - Part I

Ready for an exciting tournament and a safe one Amy “O” Olivarez and Ed Hermandez III pose before Gathering with friends and family before the matches Boxers cheered on their teammates as they prepared thankd to Dr. Ordonez and his staff. the boxers took their place for the tournament. begin. for their matches.

Night to Shine Prom

Chris and Marisa Martinez celebrated their star of the Elezar was dressed to the “T” for the prom. Also pic- Ofﬁcers Day and Cox posed with Michael who danced Taryn and Aaron were among the many crowned prom night, Mykaela. tured were his mom, and Fireﬁghter Mendoza. the night away! kings and queens.

San Ramon Valentine’s Dance - Part I

Attendees gathered for a fun event with their loved Taking a quick photo before hitting the dance ﬂoor. one’s.

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The Olivarez couple was ready for a night with loved The Garcias were enjoying an evening of fun. They one’s and friends! have been married over 64 years!

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Photos & Memories - Aquí y Alla Joe Carrillo Scholarship Dance - Part I

Couples celebrating Valentine’s Day at the scholarship Many attendees like the Garcias had a fun night, as Supporters like the Fernandez couple of the annual A beautiful couple always smiling, and always willing to dance. the proceeds of the event go towards the scholarship event were ready for a great time. pose for a quick picture between songs. fund.

KOC Council 8097 Valentine’s Dance

The Ybarra’s taking a quick moment from catching up Enjoying the music, dancing, and company of loved Couples like the Sosas were ready for an evening of AJ & Emily Fernanez smiling for the Latino Lubbock with friends to smile for the picture. one’s. dancing. Magazine camera!

Mardi Paws Benefitting the Humane Society of Lubbock

Frank Garcia congratulated Dr. Alice White on her Armida & Mark Millares were attendees celebrated the Taking a quick look at the silent auction items before Board members and community members gathered achievements for the Humane Society of Lubbock. Mardi Paws event. the event started. for an event to raise money for the Humane Society.

La Cincuentañera

The Galvan’s celebrated la cincuentañera.

Friends of the birthday girl gathered for pictures before Dina celebrated with friends, and her daughters. the evening festivities began.

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Dolly Hernandez-Adkins and Brent were part of the court of la cincuentañera.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y Aquí Hodges Mother Son Dance - Part I

Precious moments and precious smiles ﬁlled the room. Mother’s enjoying the evening with their son’s.

Picture ready as they waited in line to enjoy some treats. Luke and Rosanna Castillo enjoying the evening.

Fat Sunday Festival - Part I

St. Patrick volunteers smiling for the camera and serv- Donna and Frances Gonzales enjoying the quality Volunteers from Our Lady of Guadalupe Lubbock sold The DeColores t-shirts were a popular item at the fesing up aguas frescas. mother-daughter time. sweet treats and baked goods before the Lenten sea- tivities.

Mercy Center Shrimp Boil

Church members gathered to help raise funds at the Frank Garcia was ready to enjoy the delicious food. Mercy Center shrimp boil.

65th Annual Pancake Festival - Part I

These kids were excited to dig in to the shrimp boil Enjoying conversation and good food! traditional foods.

Up early for a great time, lots of pancakes and family Enjoying the festival with family as they prepared to The Calderons serving up some yummy cotton candy An early morning for some delicious pancakes and time! enjoy some pancakes and quality time. at the festival. time with abuelo.

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Photos & Memories - Aquí y Alla LULAC “Bring Out Your Best” Awards & Scholarship Banquet

Attendees were ready to hear the guest speaker, Pete LULAC members and supporters like the Alamanzas The annual LULAC event recognizes their members Community members from Ki-Corp gathered to help Gallego, former US representative. gathered for a great cause. and receives support from folks like Minerva Alaniz( C). raise funds for scholarships.

Shrimp Peel by the St. Elizabeth’s Knights of Columbus

Julia Ramonez and Cynthia Quintanilla taking quick Preparing their taste buds for the traditional shrimp Good food and great company as attendees helped Even faith leaders have to take time to enjoy a good pictures before taking part in the great event. boil treats. raise funds for the Knights of Columbus. shrimp boil. They had a great time among many

St. John the Baptist Mardi Gras Dinner & Dance

Couples enjoyed a great dinner prepared by the Birthday boy Art Lara, celebrated his day at the event The Cardenas enjoyed a night on the town with friends Dancing was the priority for some attendees who put Knights of Columbus. with his wife Judy, and many friends. and church members. on their boogie shoes and showed their moves.

Aquí y Alla

Christy Martinez-Garcia welcomed student, Mariah Boxers and their coach, joined Christy Martinez-Garcia Members of the Amarillo LULAC Council made a trip to Frank Garcia, with Latino Lubbock Magazine publisher Robles at the Latino Lubbock Magazine ofﬁce. Robles on the Latino Lubbock Update of Trends and Friends. Lubbock to support the council. Christy Martinez-Garcia, greeted interviewed Martinez-Garcia for her UIL project.

March/marzo 2017, Vol. 11, Issue 3

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Sports/deportes

Jackie Joyner-Kersee to Speak at BGC Dinner T

he Lubbock Boys & Girls Club (BGC) will host Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Olympic Gold medalist who will serve as

their 21st Annual Outback Steak Dinner keynote speaker. The event is one of the largest fundraisers of the BGC, and will be held Tuesday, March 7, 2017. Ticket prices are $50 for individuals, $500 a table, to attend the dinner. To purchase tickets contact (806) 792-2880.

Northwest Little League Opening Ceremony March 23, 2017 6 p.m. For more information call NWLL President Raul at (806)206-1206

he winds are T telling us, if we didn’t already

know, that spring is finally here, bringing some of our sports to an end, and more excitingly bringing others to life. In what has been a roller-coaster type of season for the Raider men basketball team, the end is now on the horizon. With two games remaining this month, with the Texas one being played on the 1st in an 8:00 tip-off and the Kansas State game on the fourth, their NCAA tournament chances are still clinging to life, but it will take an impressive Big 12 tournament run to solidify their chances. If you hadn’t been keeping track of their up and down season, they have lost five games by one point and at least another five by two to five points with two of those games going into overtime. In my opinion they have exceeded expectations after Tubby

Smith bolted to Memphis last year and new head coach Chris Beard peppered in his roster with junior college players, which includes some talented guards. It seems though that they are unaccustomed to Big 12 play especially in the final minutes of a game which will result in close losses most of the time. The Big 12 tournament starts on the 8th and goes thru the 11th, so we will see Tech matched up to play against a top seed if all holds true to their record. March is the month of March Madness but truly for Red Raider fans, their madness started way before this month and hopefully Tech can give the fan base a shot of hope before their season finally ends. Just like spring though, with one thing goes dormant, another one springs to life as we can see as the Tech baseball team comes alive into what many think, yours truly included, another successful return to that place up north called Omaha. Although those are lofty expectations, we need to keep our feet grounded in the present, since every game matters as we have known by past experiences, and the last thing we want is for an early loss to factor against them ranking wise towards the end of a long season. They have just come off a five game home stand at the end of last month here at home against Cal and New Mexico, but by no means

are they avoiding any challenges. Just looking at their schedule tell us that. They begin March with the Shriners classic in Houston on the 3rd, facing long time nemesis Texas A&M to start, with Ole Miss and Louisiana on consecutive days. They return for a four game homestand against Arizona and UT-San Antonio, before they begin their UT road game experience. They meet UT-Arlington mid-month before they face oﬀ against the real UT down in Austin in a three game stand that begins on the 17th. Those games are being televised so the local fans that aren’t going down to that weird place called Austin, can catch them on the tube but will have to hold their nose as for now, only the Longhorn network seems to be televising it. UNLV, Wichita State, and at the end OU, the list of opponents show that head coach Tim Tidlock didn’t shy away from strong competition when he made this years schedule. I know Tech will hold their own against all of them, I just worry about lesser teams like Texas Southern getting an edge as they might be overlooked. The spring winds are blowing, let’s get our game faces on. Editor’s Note: Mando Reyna is an avid sports aﬁcionado and fan. He contributes his sports perspective of local to national sports.

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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 César E. Chávez Day. He will march with many people in the community and chant “Si Se Puede to remind others that the legacy of César and many farm workers lives on.

The Gallo

We Eat the Food that Farmworkers Harvest

Nosotros nos alimentamos con la comida que cosechan los trabajadores campesinos

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César E. Chávez, La Causa, Dolores Huerta, or farmworkers. DE COLORES (CORRIDO)

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Join Jita as she sings a corrido, which is a narrative song, or ballad, whose characters, events and themes are representative of the cultural history of local communities. The song and information can be accessed by visiting www.colapublib.org/ chavez/decolores.htm

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