October Latino Lubbock Vol 9, Issue 10 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

Volume 9, Issue 10, October/octubre 2015

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"SIEMPRE EL AMOR" Photo by Christy Martinez-Garcia On this month's cover, we celebrate life - as we prepare for el Día de los Muertos, which is Nov. 2nd. As this observance becomes more popular, I shared a photo of a couple from an event last year. And unlike American memorial occasions, which are often solemn and quite and the opposite of a festive event like a wedding, the Mexican Day of the Dead is a colorful and exuberant celebration honoring love, friendship, and ties that reach beyond the end of life. Some may deem this cover strange, but the reminder of death in the midst of such a festive occasion brings context to the wedding. The knowledge that life is finite encourages people to savor each moment fully. The hints of pink and purple colors are in honor of women whom have died to breast cancer, or, as a result of domestic abuse.

"We must not be taken aback by their numbers, but rather view them as persons, seeing their faces and listening to their stories, trying to respond as best we can to their situation. To respond in a way which is always humane, just and fraternal. We need to avoid a common temptation nowadays: to discard whatever proves troublesome. Let us remember the Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." - Pope Francis, in his speech to the joint session of congress, talking about our response to

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Meaning: Lucha means fight, struggle, but has also the extended meaning of the effort one makes in pursuit of a goal. There´s no worse effort than that which is omitted.

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CONTENTS

Word from the Publisher

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Opinion

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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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Cuba Article on Art - Part 3

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Faith & Religion

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Fotos y requerdos

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Texas Sports Report with Mando Reyna

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11 Facts for National

Hispanic Heritage Month

he scent of fall is in the air. The evenings ational Hispanic Heritage T have been beautiful, and the West Texas NMonth began last sunsets have been heavenly. month to celebrate Lati-

Monthly, I share memories of my childhood, in part because I was blessed to have so many people who mentored, guided, and invested their time in me. My teachers were role models at school, and at home - my parents, my grandparents, other family members, as well as neighbors and church friends, were great examples. These individuals and their impact on my life are partially why I began Latino Lubbock Magazine. I wanted to share with the community their stories and their contributions. More so, I wanted to overcome the negative images reported on TV and in the paper. I was raised in an environment of church and community activists. My grandfather, parents and other significant family members were involved in everything from the cursillo movement, to PTA, to the neighborhood association. Once, we went block walking, going door-to-door handing out fliers and asking people to vote. I was a young girl, and far from being eligible to vote myself, but already the importance of voting was being instilled in me. One time, as I was delivering a flier for a candidate named Kent Hance, a small chihuahua came running after me, and bit me! Causing me to fall, thus dropping all of the fliers. After that, I was done. However, in my family, you were as my grandfather would say born "to serve God, then family, and never forget your community." Needless to say, it was a good experience because I also got to see first hand the need that existed in my community, and it made me appreciative of my parent's effort and involvement - even when the folks they were trying to help, didn't put the effort to go vote or get involved in those efforts that would benefit our neighborhood, or help them. The importance of voting never lifted. I recall the pride I felt when I completed my voter registration card, and more so, when I got to go vote the first time. It was a presidential election, and my dad and I went to McWhorter Elementary in the Arnett Benson Neighborhood, to cast our votes. I was excited, and to date it remains one of the proudest moments in my life. Upon having my own daughter, I made sure she registered to vote. Her first time to vote was also a prideful moment for me. And every election, I remind her to go vote. At every election season, I am disappointed when so much emphasis and work is put into registering people to vote, and voters don't come out. Equally, I am proudest when people put the effort into becoming well informed and active voters. We must vote for the benefit of our community. In this time more then ever, despite our differences, Latinos have a shared public policy agenda. Hispanics need a compassionate government that helps people in difficult circumstances get back on their feet by providing job training to those who need it, by working toward a health care system that works for everybody, and by increasing support for homeownership programs, and other assetbuilding strategies. And today, there has never been a more critical time for the Latino community to be politically engaged, and our vote could not be more decisive. A critical part of our civic engagement work is to ensure that citizens know their rights and get involved in the political process at all levels—local, regional, state, and national. We must claim and become owners of our future, because many still see Hispanics only as supplicants and not as decision-makers, as consumers and not as producers, as law breakers and not as law enforcers, and as tax expenditures and not as tax contributors. And while stereotypes about the Hispanic community abound, invisibility is even more pervasive. VOTE. As always, may God place favor over you and your family. Thank you for believing in and supporting us. And thank you to our advertisers. Please invest in their businesses and services, as they commit to investing in ours. 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 siempre! Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist

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nos and their culture and history. Started as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968 by President Lyndon Johnson, it was expanded to a month by President Ronald Reagan and enacted into law in 1988. Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica celebrated their independence days followed by Mexico and Chile. Here are 11 facts that look at Latinos in the U.S. by age, geography and origin groups. The U.S. Hispanic population now stands at over 54.1 million, making them the nation’s secondlargest racial or ethnic group. Today Hispanics make up 17% of the U.S. population, up from 5% in 1970. People of Mexican origin account for two-thirds (34 million) of the nation’s Latinos. Those of Puerto Rican origin are the next largest group at 4.9 million (with another 3.5 million on the island of Puerto Rico). There are five other Hispanic origin groups with more than 1 million people each: Cubans, Salvadorans, Dominicans, Guatemalans and Colombians. There is diversity among Latino origin groups in major metro areas. Mexicans make up 78% of Latinos in the Los Angeles area but, in the New York City area, Puerto Ricans (28%) and Dominicans (21%) are the largest groups. Meanwhile, Salvadorans (32%) are most numerous in the Washington, D.C., metro area, and Cubans (54%) are the largest group in Miami. The share foreign born among Hispanics varies by origin group. Just one-third (34%) of Mexican-origin Hispanics are foreign born. That’s far lower than among the other major groups – Cuban (56% foreign born), Salvadoran (60%), Dominican (56%), Guatemalan (65%) and Colombian (63%). (Most Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens at birth.) As the population of U.S.-born Latinos booms and the arrival of new immigrants slows, the share of Hispanics who are immigrants — as opposed to those who are born here — is on the decline. From 2007 to 2012, the number of Latino immigrants increased slightly, from 18 million to 18.8 million. But they constituted a smaller overall share of the Latino population — decreasing from 40% to 36% over the same time period. Latinos are the youngest of the major racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. At 27 years, the median age of Latinos is a full decade lower than that of the U.S. overall (37

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years). Among Latinos, there is a big difference in median age between the U.S.-born (18 years) and foreignborn (40 years). The number of young Latinos has rapidly increased. From 1993 to 2013, the number of Latinos younger than 18 in the U.S. more than doubled (107% increase), compared with an 11% increase among the general U.S. population younger than 18, according to Census Bureau data. In any given year, more than 800,000 young Latinos turn 18. Latinos make up the largest group of immigrants in most states, mostly because Mexico is the biggest source of immigrants in 33 states. In some states, though, other Hispanic groups are the largest: El Salvador is the top country of birth among immigrants in Virginia and Maryland, the Dominican Republic leads in New York and Rhode Island and Cuba is the top place of birth for immigrants in Florida. A majority of Latino adults (55%) say they are Catholic, while 16% are evangelical Protestants and 5% are mainline Protestants. The share who say they are Catholic has declined from 67% in 2010. Mexicans and Dominicans are more likely than other Hispanic origin groups to say they are Catholic. Meanwhile, Salvadorans are more likely to say they are evangelical Protestants than Mexicans, Cubans and Dominicans. A record 25.2 million Hispanics are eligible to vote in 2014, up from 21.3 million in 2010. But during the last midterm election, the voter turnout rate of Hispanics (31%) lagged behind whites (49%) and blacks (44%). More than 35 million Latinos speak Spanish at home. About 38% say Spanish is their dominant language, compared with 25% who are English-dominant and 36% who are bilingual, according to the Pew Research Center’s 2013 National Survey of Latinos.

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Community Update TERRY COUNTY HARVEST FESTIVAL AND PARADE Friday, October 2, 2015, 4 pm. A Tejano Concert & Car Show Saturday: Downtown Parade, Car Show, Vendors, Activities, Prizes, Entertainment Coleman Park in Brownfield. SUSAN G KOMEN- RACE FOR THE CURE will be held Sat., October 3, from 9:30 am - 12 pm., at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. Register online or onsite. Cost is $20 to $40. OKTOBERFEST hosted by Historic Redeemer Lutheran Church is Sat., October 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will include food and drinks, a silent auction on several items, craft items for sale, baked goods and a rafﬂe. The church is located on 22nd Street and Ave. W. TEX-MEX COOKING October 10, 10 am, $5, Ages 13+, Our recipe this month is Caldo de Pollo (Chicken Soup), Rawlings Community Center. MEXICAN DISHES AND SIDES October 23, Fri., 10 am, $5, Ages 50+, Learn how to cook traditional Mexican dishes and sides. This month’s recipe is Guacamole dip. Pre-register by the Thursday before the class, Lubbock Senior Center. SLUT WALK October 17, 4 pm - 6 pm , t his years walk at Overton Park, then going the same route we did last year- Down Broadway to University, then back up again. 46TH ANNUAL SAUSAGE FESTIVAL AND OKTOBERFEST Dinner will be served from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Funfest, Sunday, October 18th, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Adult plates are $10 and children's plates are $6. At Saint Joseph Hall - 21st and Division (FM 41) Streets, Slaton. Visit www.slatonsausage.com GENEALOGY October 23, 1 pm, Free, Learn the tips and tricks to tracing your family history, Mae Simmons Community Center. HARVEST PARTY Join High Point Village for their Harvest Party! Participate in Trunk or Treat with music, food, and candy! The event will be held Sat., October 24, from 11 am - 1 pm, at 10911 Slide Road. LOWV PUBLIC FORUM The League of Women Voters will hold a Public Forum on Payday Loans in Texas on Thursday, October 29, at 5:30 pm at St. Johns Methodist Church, 1501 University Avenue. The public is invited and encouraged to attend this informative meeting. VOICES COALITION in Lubbock County seeking advocates to assist in youth drug prevention. They meet the 1st Tuesday of every month at the Clarion Hotel off Indiana & S. Loop 289 during lunch 12-1pm. Next Meeting is October 6th. 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) 834-7972 or toll free (800) 420-8037. FREE LEGAL AID FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY Legal Aid of Northwest Texas provides free legal services to eligible low-income residents in such areas as public assistance denials, divorce and child support, evictions, foreclosures, domestic violence and consumer fraud. Call 763-4557 or (800) 933-4557 or visitlanwt.org for more info.

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Hispanic Heritage Month of Action Campaign to Register Latino Voters

eptember 15 through October 15 traditionS ally marks National Hispanic Heritage Month, when the nation celebrates Latino cul-

ture and its contributions to the United States. This year, a collective has dubbed the period Hispanic Heritage Month of Action, with a focus on adding to those contributions. Using the tagline “Build Our Legacy, Register to Vote,” the campaign aims to register every one of the 28 million Latinos it estimates will be eligible to vote in the 2016 elections. It includes both digital and in-person voter registration and citizenship application initiatives, lead by dozens of partners including Voto Latino, Mi Familia Vota, GreenLatinos and the National

Hispanic Media Coalition. As part of the campaign, the collective is releasing a series of videos aimed at getting out the vote and pushing back against the xenophobic rhetoric that many of the GOP presidential candidates have used on the campaign trail. The first video stars “Orange is the New Black” and “Jane the Virgin” actress Diane Guerrero, whose parents were undocumented immigrants. In it, Guerrero says, “Candidates say they need our votes to win the White House, and then we hear insults and threats, like a plan to deny citizenship to U.S.-born children if their parents are immigrants. They’re talking about people like me.”

Latinos Reach Voting Age Every 30 Seconds in the U.S.

residential candidates better pay attention P to this shocking new statistic: according to the National Journal, a Latino reaches vot-

ing age every 30 seconds in the United States. That equates to 66,000 new Latino voters every month or 800,000 per year. Republicans and Democrats alike have been scrambling to tap into the Latino millennial market. Young Latinos — who are primarily American citizens — are growing faster than any other ethnic group. Unsurprisingly, they are also more likely to be bilingual and more likely to use mobile technology. Although they represent one of the fastest growing voter blocs in the nation, Latinos are less likely to register to vote or vote on election

day. Those between the ages of 18 and 29 years old cited being "too busy" or "unavailable" as the main reason for not voting in the 2012 election, according to a report released by the Center for Information & Research On Civic Learning & Engagement in 2014. As organizations like Voto Latino and LULAC, work to increase Latino civic engagement, candidates like Hillary Clinton, Martin O'Malley and Jeb Bush have been reaching out to Latino voters. Controversially, GOP frontrunner Donald Trump has done precisely the opposite. Because of his anti-Mexican and anti-immigrant rhetoric, Trump holds just a 14 percent favorability rating among Latinos. Ouch.

Carta Abierta ¿Que Piensas? We know our readers have a lot to say! Mail letters to Latino Lubbock “Letters to the Editor,” Box 6473 Lubbock, TX 79493, or email them to latinolubbock@ suddenlink.net. Don’t forget to include your name, address, and contact phone number. Mailed letters must be signed. Please note that unsigned letters will not be published. Letters are limited to 100 words. Writers are limited to one letter per month. Submissions may be edited for clarity or space consideration. Letters are not acknowledged. Opinions expressed in letters and Op-Ed articles do not necessarily represent the views of Latino Lubbock.

LETS SUPPORT OUR PRIEST I am shocked and saddened that the Bishop is suspending Father Andres. Please do a story or article on how much he has done for the Catholic community of Lubbock and especially our youth. The community is the ones losing out and we need to unite to support our Priest. He has brought so many to Christ and it is a huge loss and injustice to Lubbock. Lets support our Priest. Heather Najera KEEP IT UP We picked up the September issue of Latino Lubbock Magazine and enjoyed reading your comments in “Hispanic Heritage Month.” We liked the quotation from Raul Yzaguirre. You are so right about its relevance for today and about our need to “continue to fight to make the promises of democracy real for all Americans . . .to make sure that all of us have a voice and that all of us exercise our right to vote.” Your concern and action to see that all of us shoulder our responsibility and exercise our right to vote has been an important part of your life for as long as we’ve known you, and we congratulate and applaud you for your tenacity in continuing. Please keep it up! Thanks again for your monthly magazine.

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Cokie Roberts

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Día De La Raza Hails Culture, Columbus Day Oct. 12 BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

n Monday, October 12th banks and fedO eral government offices as well as many Lubbock offices will be closed in observance

of the Columbus Day holiday. While Christopher Columbus' discovery of the New World in 1492 is celebrated by some, he has been debated by others and sometimes blamed for bringing slavery, the encomienda system and the diseases of Europe that wiped out some indigenous populations. For some Hispanics Columbus is commemorated on Oct. 14, called Día de la Raza, or the Day of the Race. This day celebrates the influence of Hispanic heritage, the birth of the Hispanic people of the New World and the evolution of ethnic and cultural presence during the first real contact and interaction between Europe and the New World. Día de La Raza is observed during Hispanic

Heritage Month, which runs Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, and celebrates the culture and traditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean. The term La Raza was coined by Mexican scholar Jos Vasconcelos to reflect the fact that the people of Latin America are a mixture of many of the world's races, cultures and religions. Some people have mistranslated "La Raza" to mean "the race," implying that it is a term meant to exclude others. However, the full term coined by Vasconcelos, "La Raza Cosmica," meaning "the cosmic people," was developed to reflect not purity but the mixture inherent in the Hispanic people. Because this was the beginning of the Hispanic people in the New World, many Latinos believe it is a day worth celebrating.

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50 Years Ago, Cesar Chavez Led Find your new career at the Farmworkers Crusade for Justice South Plains Job Fair

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n a Thursday night 50 years O ago, at the height of the table grape harvest in California's Cen-

tral Valley, hundreds of Mexican American farmworkers crowded expectantly into a Delano church hall. Most had worked their usual shifts in the vineyards, and many had stopped off after work at celebrations to mark Mexican Independence Day. The overflow crowd spilled into the church yard, excited and scared, angry and brave. They were tired of being treated like disposable farm tools. Tired of being cheated out of even their meager wages. Tired of watching their mothers and sisters humiliated and harassed. Tired of being stripped of dignity. Tired of being invisible. Many had never met the man who rose to speak, who would throw the spark that ignited fires that would turn la causa into front-page news. He, too, was still largely invisible. Short, dark-skinned, not physically prepossessing or particularly well spoken. He looked like one of them. That was part of his power. Cesar Chavez knew even then that he was making history Sept. 16, 1965, as he called on members of the National Farm Workers Assn. to take a strike vote. He saved his notes. Later he would save much more, even tape recordings to preserve history verbatim. The notes for his talk at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church are a road map to the uprising that followed, laying out the moral code he would use to lead a movement: unity, religion, revolution, patience and sacrifice.

Chavez did not start the 1965 grape strike. On Sept. 8, Filipino members of a different union, the Agricultural Workers Organizing Committee, had walked out of the vineyards, demanding an increase in pay to $1.40 an hour from $1.25. Filipinos were the packers and Mexicans were the pickers. Growers, who had long pitted one ethnic group against another, began to replace the striking Filipinos with Mexicans — despite qualms they might not be skilled enough to pack grapes. Unless Mexicans honored the AWOC picket lines, the strike would collapse. Chavez knew he had no choice. “We must take risks if we are going to move forward,” he had written to a colleague in the early days of building his union. He selected the date and place of the strike-vote meeting with care. When David takes on Goliath, every little advantage helps. Mexican Independence Day celebrations emboldened workers, and Chavez capitalized on the symbolism, comparing farmworkers' struggles to that of the Mexicans who revolted against Spanish rulers. Father Hidalgo launched the Mexican Revolution on Sept. 16, 1810, Chavez reminded the workers, a holy crusade. The priest attached a portrait of Our Lady of Guadalupe to his lance as he headed into battle, just as Chavez would lead marches behind the banner of the patron saint of Mexicans. Hidalgo was martyred for the cause, Chavez recounted. But the cause lived on. We will conquer the growers just as the Mexicans conquered those who enslaved them, he told the workers. It was fitting to begin “our crusade” in a church. Chavez understood the struggle would be long and hard, not only

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against the growers. He had spent the last three years going town to town in the San Joaquin Valley, talking to workers, trying to persuade them to join his organization, trying to build a union strong enough to strike. He thinned beets when dues didn't pay the rent, watched his kids suffer malnutrition and sometimes fought off his own “gut tearing fear.” His challenge was to instill hope in workers who believed they had no power — enough hope to overcome fear. “I start out by telling them this is a movement (un movimiento) and that we are trying to find the solution to the problem,” he wrote to his mentor, describing how he organized in small groups. “I tell them I'm looking for the true workers who depend 100% on farm work to make a living.... I say that this worker is not recognized because he is white, brown or black but is recognized because his back aches with the torture of farm work and his shoulders are stooped with the weight of injustice.” The idea of uniting workers of different races was in itself revolutionary, and the leaders of both unions recognized its importance. Mexicans and Filipinos would have to overcome the distrust that had been deliberately sowed for years. Above all, Chavez valued sacrifice. He told the workers they would need to sacrifice, and they did. They gave up jobs, homes, cars. They faced brothers and cousins across picket lines. They ate at communal kitchens, took care of one another's kids, set up a makeshift clinic. They did things they had never dreamed they could do. They walked 300 miles along Highway 99 on a pilgrimage to Sacramento. Blocked buses that tried to bring scabs into the fields. Moved to cities across the country where they knew no one to stand in parking lots asking consumers to boycott grapes. The two unions formed the United Farm Workers of America, and the strike that grew from the vote in that Delano church lasted five years. Thousands were swept up by the crusade, and their lives were never the same. Chavez went from anonymity to the cover of Time magazine in a scant four years. The UFW negotiated dozens of contracts and gained tens of thousands of members — and then stopped organizing and lost nearly all of them. The lessons the farmworkers learned about their own power lasted a lot longer than the contracts, but not nearly long enough. Copyright 2015 by Latino Lubbock Magazine. All Rights reserved.

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Proof Latinos Care About

Much More Than Just Immigration

BY TANISHA LOVE RAMIREZ

any Latino voters care very M deeply about immigration reform, but immigration isn’t the only

Congressional Inaction Threatens To Keep Latino Families In Poverty he U.S. Census Bureau re- include the federal minimum wage Tleased new data that showed and refundable tax credits, includthat income and poverty rates in the ing the Earned Income Tax Credit Latino community barely budged from last year. Hispanic households had a median income of $42,491 in 2014, a number just slightly higher than 2013, when the median income was $40,337. Data from the Census showed a slight drop in the poverty rate among Latinos to 23.6 percent in 2014 from 24.7 percent the previous year. However, the rate remains too high and is almost twice that of the general population (14.8 percent). While there is no statistical difference in the data reported in 2013 and 2014, the newer Census numbers demonstrate that Latinos continue to face real challenges to financial progress and that too many in our community, including 5.7 million children, continue to live in poverty,” said Samantha Vargas Poppe, Associate Director, Policy Analysis Center, NCLR. With poverty disproportionately burdening the Latino community, prevention policies are vital. These

(EITC) and the Child Tax Credit (CTC). However, Congress has yet to take action to boost the federal minimum wage or make permanent the 2009 expansion of the EITC and CTC set to expire in 2017. The enhanced EITC and CTC helped lift 10 million Americans out of poverty in 2014. If these improvements are not maintained, roughly five million working Latino families will lose an average of $1,000 each and 16 million Americans will be pushed into or deeper into poverty. In addition, raising the federal minimum wage to $12 per hour would help boost the income of about 8.5 million Latino workers. “Congress has an opportunity to act on several fronts that will have an indelible impact on helping lift Latinos and other Americans out of poverty. Raising the minimum wage and saving tax credits for working families would place them on a smoother path to gaining financial security,” continued Vargas Poppe.

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issue on their minds. In fact, when the Pew Research Center asked registered Hispanic voters to rank issues that matter to them in order of importance, immigration didn’t rank first -- second or third -- on their lists. So if immigration isn't their number one priority, what is? Here are the three issues that ranked higher than immigration, according to the 2014 Pew report: Education - According to the Pew Research Center, approximately 57 percent of Hispanic registered voters surveyed in 2013 said education was an “extremely important” issue facing the nation today. Makes sense when you think about it. Though Latinos have made major gains in college enrollment, they are less likely than their white peers to complete a bachelor’s degree. The reasons for these gaps are varied, ranging from poor college preparedness to a lack of familial or financial support. Wealth - College-educated Latinos are have a difficult time accumulat-

ing wealth compared with other demographics. Between 2007 and 2013, Hispanics the median real net worth fell 72 percent for Hispanic families with college degrees and 41 percent for Hispanic families without degrees, according a study from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. Though there isn’t a clear explanation for these financial disparities, the report points to debt as a major factor. The 2007 median debt-to-income ratios for college-educated Hispanics were higher than those among any other group. The Washington Post hypothesizes it may have something to do with the structural discrimination and inequality experienced by Latinos in the housing market and workforce. Health care - A year after the Affordable Care Act began, 1 in 4 Latinos in the United States remained uninsured. According to a Pew Report published last September,

approximately 6 million U.S.-born Hispanics lacked health insurance. Twelve percent of them were 18 years old or younger. Worse yet: Now that there’s a big push to cut funding for Planned Parenthood, those numbers can potentially skyrocket. According to Planned Parenthood’s website, up to a quarter of their patients are Latino -- many of whom face greater obstacles to obtaining sexual and reproductive services, which may in turn lead to later state diagnoses of preventable diseases. This is by no means a definitive list of all of the issues that Latino voters

Senate Set to Act on Stopgap Spending Bill to Avoid Shutdown BY ANDREW TAYLOR

ASHINGTON (AP) -- The W Senate is on track to advance legislation to prevent the govern-

ment from shutting down after a midnight Oct. 1 deadline, but a wrinkle remains. Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has moved to strip the measure of a provision that would cancel federal funding of Planned Parenthood. McConnell's move has rankled conservatives such as Sen. Ted Cruz, RTexas, and tea partyers in the House who want the taxpayer money withheld from the women's health care provider after the release of secret videos in which Planned Parenthood officials discussed the transfer of fetal tissue to researchers. The White House signaled that Obama would sign the measure, called a continuing resolution, or CR, into law - if the House steps aside from the fight that tea party Republicans want over Planned Parenthood. McConnell, R-Ky., and House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, don't want the battle over Planned Parenthood to lead to a government shutdown. Last month, Democrats led a filibuster of a Senate stopgap measure that would have "defunded" Planned Parenthood. That measure failed to win eight Republicans which left it short of a simple majority, much less the 60 votes required to overcome

the filibuster. Boehner's shocking announcement at the end of September that he'll retire from Congress at the end of next month promises to ease passage of the measure through a shellshocked House. Boehner had been struggling to overcome objections from lawmakers such as Rep. Mick Mulvaney, R-S.C., who strongly oppose passing a stopgap measure free of the Planned Parenthood language. Boehner said Sunday the House would take up the Senate bill, and also look at a select committee to investigate the video. The stopgap measure would require Democratic votes to pass. "I expect my Democrat colleagues want to keep the government open

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as much as I do," Boehner said on CBS' "Face the Nation." Democrats and most Senate Republicans are likely to help the measure over the 60-vote threshold this time, setting the stage for a final vote as early as Tuesday. House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Paul Ryan, R-Wis., announced a vote Tuesday on a separate filibuster-proof budget measure that would defund Planned Parenthood. It would permit Republicans to deliver to Obama a measure to take away almost $500 million a year in taxpayer funding for the organization, most of which goes to provide health services to low-income women via the Medicaid program.

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Modern Immigration Wave Brings 59 Million to U.S., Driving Population Growth and Change Through 2065

ifty years after passage of the F landmark law that rewrote U.S. immigration policy, nearly

59 million immigrants have arrived in the United States, pushing the country’s foreign-born share to a near record 14%. For the past half-century, these modern-era immigrants and their descendants have accounted for just over half the nation’s population growth and have reshaped its racial and ethnic composition. Looking ahead, new Pew Research Center U.S. population projections show that if current demographic trends continue, future immigrants and their descendants will be an even bigger source of population growth. Between 2015 and 2065, they are projected to account for 88% of the U.S. population increase, or 103 million people, as the nation grows to 441 million. These are some key fi ndings of a new Pew Research analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data and new Pew Research U.S. population projections through 2065, which provide a 100-year look at immigration’s impact on population growth and on racial and ethnic change. In addition, this report uses newly released Pew Research survey data to examine U.S. public at-

titudes toward immigration, and it employs census data to analyze changes in the characteristics of recently arrived immigrants and paint a statistical portrait of the historical and 2013 foreign-born populations. Immigration since 1965 has swelled the nation’s foreign-born population from 9.6 million then to a record 45 million in 2015.1 (The current immigrant population is lower than the 59 million total who arrived since 1965 because of deaths and departures from the U.S.)2 By 2065, the U.S. will have 78 million immigrants, according to the new Pew Research population projections. The nation’s immigrant population increased sharply from 1970 to 2000, though the rate of growth has slowed since then. Still, the U.S. has—by far—the world’s largest immigrant population, holding about one-in-five of the world’s immigrants (Connor, Cohn and Gonzalez-Barrera, 2013). Between 1965 and 2015, new immigrants, their children and their grandchildren accounted for 55% of U.S. population growth. They added 72 million people to the nation’s population as it grew from 193 million in 1965 to 324 million in 2015.

U.S. Foreign-Born Population Reached 45 Million in 2015, Projected to Reach 78 Million by 2065This fast-growing immigrant population also has driven the share of the U.S. population that is foreign born from 5% in 1965 to 14% today and will push it to a projected record 18% in 2065. Already, today’s 14% foreignborn share is a near historic record for the U.S., just slightly below the 15% levels seen shortly after the turn of the 20th century. The combined population share of immigrants and their U.S.born children, 26% today, is projected to rise to 36% in 2065, at least equaling previous peak levels at the turn of the 20th century. The 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act made significant changes to U.S. immigration policy by sweeping away a long-standing national origins quota system that favored immigrants from Europe and replacing it with one that emphasized family reunification and skilled immigrants. At the time, relatively few anticipated the size or demographic impact of the post-1965 immigration flow (Gjelten, 2015). In absolute numbers, the roughly 59 million immigrants who arrived in the U.S. between 1965 and 2015 exceed those who arrived in the great waves of European-dominated immigration during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Between 1840 and 1889, 14.3 million immigrants came to the U.S., and between 1890 and 1919, an additional 18.2 million arrived (see Table 1 for details). After the replacement of the nation’s European-focused origin quota system, greater numbers of immigrants from other parts of the world began to come to the U.S. Among immigrants who have arrived since 1965, half (51%) are from Latin America and onequarter are from Asia. By com-

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is expected to fall to 31% by 2065. Meanwhile, Asian immigrants are projected to make up a larger share of all immigrants, becoming the largest immigrant group by 2055 and making up 38% of the foreign-born population by 2065. (Hispanics will remain a larger share of the nation’s overall population.) Pew Research projections also show that black immigrants and white immigrants together will become a slightly larger share of the nation’s immigrants by 2065 than in 2015 (29% vs. 26%). The country’s overall population will feel the impact of these shifts. Non-Hispanic whites are projected to become less than half of the U.S. population by 2055 and 46% by 2065. No racial or ethnic group will constitute a majority of the U.S. population. Meanwhile, Hispanics will see their population share rise to 24% by 2065 from 18% today, while Asians will see their share rise to 14% by 2065 from 6% today. Source: Pew Research Center

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Opportunity/Oportunidad

CASA launches new campaign to draw more male volunteers

LATINO PHILANTHROPIST AWARD GRANTS: The Caprock Foundation awarded two grants during their 2015 Gala Latina. The first grant in the amount of $12,000 was awarded to Women’s Protective Services (WPS) to provide new sofas for the shelter’s apartments. The second grant was to Communities in Schools in the amount of $10,180 to expand its XY-Zone program. The XY-Zone program aims to support young men as they transition from boyhood to manhood by immersing them through three components. The Caprock Foundation is a local non-profit fund raising event, established in 2009 powered by volunteers, to promote and support local charity organizations in Lubbock and surrounding counties. Each year we award funds for a one-year period, from our Gala Latina proceeds, to charity based organizations that support its mission.

ASA of the South Plains has launched a new recruitment campaign called “Team Up with CASA” to help increase the number of male volunteer Advocates that speak up for the well-being of abused and neglected foster children. While fifty percent of the foster children CASA serves are boys, only nineteen percent of volunteers are men. The need for strong, positive male role models is urgent and can make a tremendous impact in the life of a foster child. This is a unique volunteering opportunity for men to become more involved.

During the course of the campaign CASA will host a series of no-obligation informational sessions, called CASA 101s that enable the public to learn more about CASA’s mission and what it means to be an Advocate. The first CASA 101 will be held on October 1st at the CASA office at #24 Briercroft Office Park from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided. To sign up, please R.S.V.P to Amanda Norfleet by Wednesday, September 30th at (806) 763-2272 or via email at amandan@lubbockcasa.org.

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Congressman Neugebauer T Announces He Won’t Run for Re-Election in 2016 C

ongressman Randy Neugebauer announced that he won’t run for re-election in 2016 last month in a Facebook post: "After much thought and prayer, I have decided not to seek reelection in 2016. This was a difficult decision, but I feel this is a good time to end this season of my life and move to another. While I am announcing that I will not seek reelection, I am not retiring from the important work that lies ahead. There are still 15 months left in this Congress, and I am committed to continue to work tirelessly on your behalf until the final gavel ends this Congress and another individual takes that special oath in January of 2017." Neugebauer won a special election in 2003 to replace Larry Combest at

the representative for Texas 19. Just like in 2003 when Combest announced his r e sig n a t io n , it is expected that a number of candidates across the 19th District will run in the 2016 Primary Election for their chance to replace Neugebauer. Although no Hispanic candidates have surfaced, the presidential elections, as well as attacks on issues impacting Hispanics could spark an interest from Hispanic voters.

he 20th Annual Building Strong Families Conference for parents and those who work with parents will be held Thursday, October 22, 2015, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Overton Hotel & Conference Room. Three major speakers will address the issues parents and children are facing. After, there will be follow-up sessions and speakers to cover: early childhood, elementary, and middle

& high school, with a Spanish track to cover each. Further, the conference will focus on three major issues: digital wellness, families & drugs, and bullying. Deadline to register is October 14th. For agenda, speaker information, sponsors and registration, visit www. buildingstrongfamilieslubbock.org. Or, call (806) 281-5715 for more information.

La conferencia de familias fuertes se llevará a cabo el 22 de octubre

l grupo de construción de faE milias fuertes se llevará a cabo el jueves, 22 de octubre, 2015, de 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., en el Overton Hotel & Conference Room. Después de 19 años, la conferencia de constucción de familias fuertes está orgulloso de traerle la nueva conferencia para padres y los que trabajan con padres. Este año tendran tres discursos principales para educar a los padres de asuntos que los niños enfrentan en este momento. Después de cada discurso habrá una sesión para cubrir las siguientes

FREE GED CLASSES for Lubbock and the surrounding area offered by the Lubbock Dream Center and Literacy Lubbock. Classes are held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning from 10 am - 2 pm at the Dream Center, 1111 30th. To be eligible to attend the class you must first take the GAIN assessment test through Literacy Lubbock (806-775-3636) There is a $25 fee for this test. All classes and class materials are free of charge. Please call (806-775-3636) to schedule your assessment test. Office hours are Mon. thru Thurs. 9am-5pm. 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 806-281-5750. Open Mon. thru Fri. from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. FREE ASSESSMENT EXAM AND GED PREP CLASSES GED Assessment Exam offered at the Bridge of Lubbock on Tues., Feb. 10, 2015. And, free GED Prep classes Wed., Feb. 11, 2015. Classes from 6 to 8 pm. For more information contact (806) 329-9051. 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 edades: la primaria, el intermedio, y Center’s five centers for child care. Parents or caretakers must be employed or in school. la secundaria. program is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Los discursos estarán disponibles The Monday through Friday. Call (806) 765-9981 en español. for more information.

La conferencia se concentrará en tres asuntos mayores: el bienestar de salud, las familias y la droga, y la intimidacion entre ninos. El ultimo dia par registrarse sera el 14 de Octubre. Para informacion sobre este discruso, vaya a nuestra pajina de internet en ww.buildingstr ongfamilieslubbock.org. Si no tiene acceso a internet, llame al (806) 2815715 para recibir su informacion.

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Business/negocío Business/Opportunity Updates SALES TAX FOR SMALL BUSINESS – October 12, 2015, 6-8pm – to be held at The TTU Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114, Lubbock. If you have questions about… .*completing sales tax returns *what’s taxable and what’s not *your responsibility as a taxpayer….we have the answers! You are invited to attend a public seminar presented by the State Comptroller’s office and the TTU SBDC. Call Elaine @ 806-745-1637 to register. There is NO CHARGE for this event. However, seating is limited. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT EXPORTING TO CUBA The Bureau of Industry (BIS) under the U.S. Department of Commerce has scheduled monthly call-in programs to field questions from the exporting community concerning the Cuba rule published on January 16, 2015. The calls are scheduled at 2:00 pm ET on the following days: Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8. This is a conference call - call Toll Free Number: 1-888-889-0538 Participant passcode: CUBA SALES TAX FOR SMALL BUSINESS – October 12, 2015, 6-8pm – to be held at The TTU Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114, Lubbock. If you have questions about….*completing sales tax returns *what’s taxable and what’s not *your responsibility as a taxpayer….we have the answers! You are invited to attend a public seminar presented by the State Comptroller’s office and the TTU SBDC. Call Elaine @ 806-745-1637 to register. There is NO CHARGE for this event. However, seating is limited. BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff and team of volunteers from the professional community. All information will be held in strict confidence. Counseling sessions can be arranged by calling the SBDC at (806) 745-1637. HELP FOR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS AND SMALL BUSINESSES The Lubbock Area Foundation Micro Business Program provides business education, guidance and access to business loans from $500 to $5000 for independent contractors and those starting or expanding a small business. For more info call 762-8061 or visit www.lubbockareafoundation.org

LP&L Begins Process to Join ERCOT

ubbock Power & Light (LP&L) L has initiated the process to join the Texas state electric

grid. The LP&L Electric Utility Board joined with the Lubbock City Council today to make the historic announcement that the electric utility will seek entry to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT). The announcement comes after a year of comprehensive study by LP&L regarding the path forward beyond the June 2019 expiration of the utility’s current power contract. Joining ERCOT brings a number of advantages to LP&L: Delivers affordable power: • Eliminates the need to build an expensive power plant with estimated costs ranging from $350 to $700 million • Provides access to 550 generation units and more than 1,100 active market participants that generate, move, buy, sell or use wholesale electricity • Allows LP&L to buy the most cost-effective power from the grid • Cuts the utility’s wholesale power costs by eliminating expensive fixed-capacity charges Assures a diversified energy portfolio from Texas-based power plants: • Provides full access to West Texas wind and a mix of conventional and renewable electric generation such as natural gas, solar and coal •Provides stability through access to 550 generation units across Texas, avoiding dependence on a single generation source Simplifies the regulatory environment. • Removes regulation by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) •Involves regulation by the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the

Texas Legislature •Unites Lubbock with the State of Texas through our connection to the statewide transmission system The LP&L Electric Utility Board and management team utilized a set of key goals to guide the 2019 decision-making process: • Provide predictable and stable pricing for LP&L’s customers • Enhance flexibility and diversification of LP&L’s energy supply while conserving local water resources • Limit the issuance of additional debt • Maximize LP&L’s existing generation assets • Achieve a simplified regulatory environment An important aspect of this plan is that it allows LP&L to tap into a diverse energy portfolio from Texasbased power plants while giving full access to West Texas wind generation. “Look out on the horizon today in all directions from Lubbock and you will see wind energy,” said Greg Taylor, Chairman of the Electric Utility Board. As a next step in the process, LP&L staff will bring a formal resolution outlining the decision to seek entry to ERCOT to the Electric Utility Board for their consideration of approval in October. LP&L will then apply for connection to the ERCOT grid through an approval and review process to be outlined by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC). The process of initial approvals by the PUC is expected to take approximately a year, which supports the stated time frame of having necessary infrastructure in place to connect to the ERCOT grid in 2019.

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Latinas a menudo tienen tabúes con respecto a su función relacionadas con el género y la importancia de la "familia". Un fuerte sentido de la cultura les impide "traicionar" los valores tradicionales establecidos. Ellas creen que sus obligaciones familiares siempre vienen primero, sin importar los recentimientos personales que puedan existir. Los agresores suelen usar el estatus migratorio de sus parejas como una herramienta de control. Es muy común que un agresor utilize el estado migratorio de su pareja con el fin de obligarla a permanecer en la relación. Al igual que todas las víctimas, las mujeres latinas inmigrantes se encuentran en un alto riesgo de violencia en el hogar, pero debido a su condición migratoria, pueden enfrentarse con situaciones mas dificiles para escapar del abuso domestico. A menudo se sienten atrapadas en una relación abusiva, debido a las leyes de inmigración, las barreras lingüísti-

cas, el aislamiento social, la falta de recursos financieros o recursos limitados de los proveedores de servicios de VD y las habilidades para responder a las necesidades únicas de su población. Un agresor puede convencer a su víctima de que sus acciones violentas no son criminales al menos que estas agresiones aparezcan en público o que el agresor esté autorizado a castigar físicamente a ella porque ser hecho de ser "hombre". Las mujeres inmigrantes a menudo sufren mayores índices de maltrato comparado con los ciudadanos de los Estados Unidos. Además, los agresores de inmigrantes y las víctimas pueden creer que las sanciones y la protección del sistema legal no se aplican para ellos. Llame a (806)747-6491 or 800-7366491, en español, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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tacion sexual, religion o genero. Le puede suceder a parejas casadas, en union libre, o a quienes estan empezando una relacion. VD p u ed e af ec ta r a c u a lq ui e r i n di v i duo independientemente de los antecedentes socioeconómicos, niveles de educación, raza, creencia, religión, sexo u orientación sexual. El abuso puede ser fisico, sexual, emocional, economic o de action sicologica o de amenaza, la cual influye a la otra persona. Esto incluye as asalto sexual, acosando, cualquier comportamiento que asuste, intimide, aterrorize, manipule, humille, culpe, o que lastime a alguien. El abuso puede existir en cualquier grupo, pero las Latinas enfrentan mas barreras que el resto de las mujeres que no son latinas, y que tienen más necesidades específicas a nivel cultural.

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vides health care for all age groups, including pregnant moms. Pregnant women can receive a special type of prenatal care, called Centering Pregnancy group care. Pregnant women with similar due dates receive the usual prenatal visit care provided by certified nurse midwives and/or women’s health nurse practitioners and then meet as a group to ask and answer questions and learn about many pregnancy related topics, such as: • Healthy nutrition • Pregnancy •

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FREE NUTRITION CLASSES Free cooking classes Free dietitian appointments. In September, Catholic Charities will have evening classes in October at 6 pm, starting October 14-28 and Nov. 4. Those who complete the entire Learn to Cook program are eligible to receive a $60 gift card. People can sign up or receive more information by calling Catholic Charities Lubbock office at 806-765-8475. WOMEN’S HEALTH DAY FREE MEDICAL SERVICES OFFERED (to uninsured patients only) - Saturday, October 24, 2015 • 10am – 1pm. Well-woman exams and consultations with TTUHSC physicians. Breast exams, pelvic exams, and pap smears. Mammogram sign-up and referrals. Pregnancy tests and pre-natal referrals. Tdap, Gardasil, and Flu vaccinations. ALSO AVAILABLE Personalized resource counseling, Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Application assistance. Call (806) 370-0603 to schedule an appointment! Appointments must be made by phone and will be done at Lubbock Impact, 2707 34th Street. DIA DE SALUDE DE MUJERES sábado, 24 de octubre, 2015 • 10am- 1pm. Los servicios médicos gratis incluyen (solamente podemos recibir clientes sin seguro medico. Consultas médicas y de mujer saludable con médicos de TTUHSC - Exámenes de mamas y pelvis, pruebas de Papanicolaou, Pruebas de enfermedades venéreas, Hacemos remisiones para mamografías, Pruebas de embarazo y cuidado prenatal, y Vacunas de TDAP, Gardasil y inﬂuenza. ¡Llame (806) 370-0603 para fijar una cita! (Por favor haga su cita por telefone)

Advice from our Doctors... Consejos de nuestros médicos

Early Detection & Screening are the Keys to Survival

1. Know your risk Talk to your family to learn about your family health history 2. Get screened Ask your doctor which screening tests are right for you if you are at a higher risk • Have a mammogram every year starting at age 40 if you are at average risk • Have a clinical breast exam at least every 3 years starting at 20, and every year starting at 40 3. Know what is normal for you. See your health care provider right away if you notice any

breast changes like: Lump, hard knot or thickening • Swelling, warmth, redness or darkening • Change in breast size • Dimpling or puckering of the skin • Itchy, scaly sore or rash on the nipple • Nipple discharge that starts suddenly • Continuos pain 4. Make healthy lifestyle choices Maintain a healthy weight • Exercise • Limit alcohol intake Getting regular screening tests is the best way for women to lower their risk of dying from breast cancer. Screening tests can find breast cancer early, when it's most treatable.

HEALTHY SNACK DRIVE The Larry Combest Community Health & Wellness Center will conduct a “Healthy Snack Drive” through Wednesday October 28, 2015. All healthy snacks will be donated to the annual Harwell Elementary Fall Festive event on Thursday Oc- 1. Conoce que estas en samiento • hinchazón • comezón • tober 29, 2015 6:00- 8:00 pm. For additional in- riesgo Habla con tu familia acerca calentamiento del seno • enrojecimiento formation or to donate healthy snacks, contact del historial medico familiar. u obscurecimiento • cambio en medida the Combest Center at 806 743-3550.

Detención Temprana y Evaluaciones son la Clave para Sobrevivir

2015 LUBBOCK HEART WALK by American Heart Association, is set for 9:30am (regis-tration begins at 8 am) on October 24, 2015 at Texas Tech University Frazier Alumni Pavil-ion. Individual walkers, as well as company and local community teams, will walk the three mile course together to promote physical activity and heart-healthy living. Participation is free and walkers are eligible for a Heart Walk t-shirt once they have raised $100. Participants and teams can register by visiting the website www.LubbockHeartWalk.org. For more info call (806)789.7122, or denise.sanders@heart. org. PRENATAL CLASS SERIES BY CHCL Earn points to receive FREE baby items from Stork's Nest. Learn to have a healthy pregnancy and about your baby's development. Bonding time with new friends and much more. For more information and registration please contact Yvonne at 765-2611 ext. 1009

2. Hazte un chequeo Pregúntale a tu doctor que métodos de chequeo son los adecuados para ti en caso de estar en alto riesgo.• Hazte un mamograma cada año después de cumplir los 40 años de edad en caso de estar a riesgo regular.• Hazte un examen de seno cada tres años después de cumplir 20 años de edad. 3. Conoce que es normal para ti. Si sientes algún cambio en tu seno, acude a tú medico para una revisión inmediata, por ejemplo: • Una bolita • un nudo duro o engro-

ally starting at age 40). Additionally she should learn self-breast examination and seek medical attention if an abnormality is noted. There are several organizations in Dr. Robert Casanova Lubbock that can assist with the cost of mammography.

El cáncer mamario

unque el cáncer mamario no es tan común en la mujer hispana como en las mujeres de otros grupos étnicos, continua siendo la causa más grande de muertes debidas a cáncer entre las mujeres. La detección del cáncer en sus principios es muy importante pero las mujeres hispanas, frecuentemente sin recursos, suelen ser diagnosticadas cuando el cáncer esta más avanzado y los tratamientos son menos efectivos. Para protegerse, toda mujer debe tener un examen médico anual y hacerse mamografía según las recomendaciones basadas en su edad

e historia médica (normalmente comenzando a los 40). Además debe aprender a hacerse auto examen de los senos y consultarse con un doctor inmediatamente al encontrar alguna anormalidad. Si no tiene seguro médico, existen en Lubbock organizaciones que pueden ayudar con el costo de la mamografía. La prognosis depende en encontrar el cáncer temprano y en la rapidez del tratamiento. DR. ROBERT CASANOVA is an Assistant Dean for Clinical Sciences, Associate Professor for OB/GYN, and Clerkship Director Obstetrics and Gynecology at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine.

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Patients Urged to Speak Up to Prevent Healthcare Errors peak up if you have S questions or concerns during your doc-

FREE DIABETES SELF-MANAGEtor visits. If you don't MENT CLASSES Are you a Diabetic? Is understand, ask again. Someone You Know? CHCL is offering classIt's your body and you es. Come and learn how to better control your diabetes, get great tips on living with diabetes. have a right to know. For more information about the class and when Pay attention to the care you get. the next class begins, contact Josh at 806- Always make sure you're getting the 765-2611, ext. 1007. right treatments and medicines. Don't CHCL FREE DIABETES NUTRITION CLASSES 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. For more information about the class and when the next class begins, contact Josh at 806-7652611, ext. 1007.

en el seno • arrugas en la piel • dolor o erupción en el pezón • caída del pezón que comienza de repente • Dolor continuo 4. Adopta una vida saludable Mantén un peso saludable para tu edad, estatura • Has ejercicio • Limita la cantidad de alcohol que tomas. Teniendo un chequeo regular es la mejor manera para la mujer de minimizar las chances de estar en riesgo de cáncer de seno. Los chequeos pueden detectar el cáncer a tiempo, cuando es tratable.

Breast cancer

lthough breast cancer is not as common in Hispanic women as in other ethnic groups, it continues to be the leading cause of cancer related deaths in this group. Early detection is very important for the treatment of breast cancer, but Hispanic women, without resources to assist, tend to be diagnosed when the cancer is more advanced and treatments less effective. To protect themselves, all women should have an annual exam and get mammography based on her age and medical history (usu-

assume anything. Educate yourself about your illness. Learn about the medical tests you get, and your treatment plan. Ask a trusted family member or friend to be your advocate (advisor or supporter). Know what medicines you take and why you take them. Medicines er-

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rors are the most common health care mistakes. Use a hospital, clinic, surgery center, or other type of health care organization that has been carefully checked out. Participate in all decisions about your treatment. You are the center of the health care team. If you don't speak English, ask for help in Spanish. Health care organizations all across the country are working to make health care safe. As a patient, you can make your care safer by being an active, involved care team. Everyone has a role in making health care safe, and it starts with you. Copyright 2015 by Latino Lubbock Magazine. All Rights reserved.

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Education/ Educación

'Nina's World' Children's

Show Reﬂects True Diversity iversity is a considerable fac- said Moreno. She says the show has D tor in the latest a character who is fall lineup of televideaf, and it's voiced

sion shows. The focus of the new show "Nina's World," airing on the Sprout Network, shows children the different perspectives in a very multicultural world. GALA LATINA VOLUNTEERS: Members of Lambda Theta Alpha Inc and Sigma Nina's World is an Lambda Gamma and volunteered at the annual Gala Latina event. Also on hand was animated prequel Sigma Lambda Beta fraternity. The event was a Colombia theme and was held on Sept. to "The Good Night Show" fea20. The groups are part of the Multicultural Greek Council at Texas Tech. turing Nina as a six-year-old girl. The show centers on Nina, who is Mexican American and lives in a vibrant multicultural neighborhood with her Mami, Papi, and Abuelita, who is voiced by other than the legendary Rita Moreno. Moreno who is no stranger to working on children's television shows played many characters on The Electric Company. Moreno described it as a great show due to its authenticity. "It takes diversity to a new level," EL GRITO DE DOLORES: Phi Iota Alpa members pose at the Grito event. Various students gathered for El Grito de Dolores on the Texas Tech University campus held on Sept. 15. The event was held on campus and was open to the students and community.

Mini Pinewood Derby Good for Students Interested in STEM

os Hermanos Familia, a 501 (c) L (3) nonprofit, developed to bring fami-

lies together and provide opportunities for youth, invites students to be a part of the first Mini-Pinewood Derby and Model Car Show. This purpose of this event is to ignite and explore interest in STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) occupations. The event will take place Nov. 15, 2015, from 12 to 6 pm, at the Science Spectrum. Boys & Girls can participate in age categories: 6-8 • 9-11 • 12-14 • 15SHPE OFFICERS: The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) 18 (18 must still be in high school). annnounced their 2015 officers. The TTU Chapter was ignited in 1987, and SHPE was Derby entry is $15 Per Racer and founded in Los Angeles, California, in 1974 by a group of engineers employed by the city of Los Angeles. Their objective was to form a national organization of professional engineers to serve as role models in the Hispanic community.

by a boy who is deaf in real life. The show also shows families from different nationalities. "What sparked me to come back to children's television is the very idea that we are now including the world and many cultures into this series," Moreno said at a voice recording. "Sprout now has included in the most fabulous way the Latino community but not just the Latino community, a community of diverse nationalities in which everyone relates to each other in a friendly and warm way which is just marvelous." Moreno's character will help Nina navigate childhood and learn about her culture. Nina's World will premiered on Sept. 26 at 7pET on the Sprout network.

includes a car kit, entry fee, and a hot dog lunch. Model cars will also be on display. Entries are no cost, and children and parents are invited to enter. The event is sponsored by Matador Motors. Tracks are sponsored by Reagor Dykes, the Texas Tech Rawls College of Business, Matador Motors, with a grant from the Lubbock Area Foundation. Lane sponsorships are availble for $250. For more information call (806)792-1212. Register or find more details online at www.loshermanosfamilia.org at the Get Involved page.

My College Experience: Procrastination

chool is now in full swing, which S means the first round of papers and exams are coming up. If you’re

like me and put things off till the very last possible moment then you are about to become very stressed out. Procrastination will ultimately hurt you. When you push things off you lose time even when you feel like you are gaining free time, it’s all an illusion. By losing time you start to lose chances to make your work better, instead you are forced to turn in sub par work and hope for the best. Why take MARIACHI LOS MATADORES: The mariachi group made up of TTU students that chance? Why stress yourself out made several performances during Hispanic Heritage Month. when you can get it done? Take it from me; tomorrow you are going to whish you started today. Need ADVERTISING? Procrastination can take a toll on you, but here's some tips that might help: 1. Keep a planner, I’ve been trying to keep one this semester and it has actually helped a lot.

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2. Learn to say No, wait to hang out with your friends after you get work done. 3. Break your work into parts. Complete a certain section then take a break, this will keep your brain from frying but also keep you on task. 4. Make a to-do list, seeing things one by one get crossed off makes you feel accomplished. 5. Lastly Just Do It! Stop making excuses that will get you nowhere. Ayrial Hiracheta- attends Wayland Baptist University, majoring in English, with a monior in Journalism. She also swims for the collegial swimming team.

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Education & Scholarship Update TMA SEEKING OUTSTANDING SCIENCE TEACHERS the Texas Medical Association’s Ernest and Sarah Butler Awards for Excellence in Science Teaching is seeking outstanding teacher nominees for 2016. Nominations are open through Oct. 26, 2015. Parents, students, colleagues, and administrators are strongly encouraged to nominate teachers who exemplify excellence in any area of science. For more information or to nominate online, visit www.texmed.org/ teachers COLLEGE AND CAREER NIGHT October 19, will be at the United Supermarkets Arena from 5:30-7:30 p.m. As in previous years, the come-and-go event will feature financial aid seminars and a multitude of representatives and recruiters from colleges, universities, trade schools and career fields. BUILDING STRONG FAMILIES CONFERENCE October 22, will the annual This year, the conference will celebrate its 20th anniversary and will be held at the Overton Hotel. No other details are available at this time. 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. DR. PEPPER SCHOLARSHIP www. drpeppertuition.com/ TTU PARENT ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP www.texastechparents. org/?Scholarships TTU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS www. texastechalumni.org/s/1422/index. aspx?sid=1422&gid=1&pgid=451Â TTU WEST TEXAS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP www.wtrunning.com/?p=597

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Youth Opportunities HALLOWEEN TEEN DANCE Teens can dance to their favorite hip-hop and R&B music. Refreshments served. Oct. 30, 7 pm at Rawlings, cost is $2. FORCES OF FLIGHT Sat., October 17, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., Age 10 and up, $7. Come learn about the forces and engineering necessary to get planes up in the air in this exciting workshop. Build your own 3-D glider. Preregistration by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13 is required. Silent Wings Museum, 6202 N. I-27, 806.775.3049 OPEN FITNESS Avoid the unpredictable weather of high winds and too hot temperatures. Use our fitness equipment to get fit! Treadmill, bikes and more! Ages 13+ (13-16 yrs. needs guardian) 3 p.m., M-F at the Trejo Center. Free.

es, you might hear more about bullies. Many of us have experienced bullying before, or have at least seen it happen. Bullying usually happens because of your look, your skin color, your weight, and for other reasons. Some young Hispanics are bullied for their skin color, maybe an accent, or that of their parents. It’s difficult to be bullied because you are always put down and you are made to feel terrible about yourself. Whenever you are bullied on your identity it can affect your self-esteem and question things you

NORTH LUBBOCK BOXING CLUB is currently recruiting youngsters who are willing to train hard, and study hard in school. Services are free of charge except for a $70 annual fee paid to USA Boxing. NLBC is located at 417 N. Akron, behind Matthews Learning Center.

a person. You’re not alone when it comes to being bullied. I too was bullied in middle school because of the way I looked, which wasn’t easy to deal with since I didn’t want to change myself even though people made me feel I needed to. The bullying was hard to deal with but what I did was talk to someone – it helped me. As such, if you are being bullied let someone know. Ask for help. Take it from me - you will feel better.

Xavier Gomez - 15, attends Lubbock High where he is a sophomore. 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 EDITOR'S NOTE: If you are being bullied please make your parents, teachers, and administrators aware of the situation.

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¡QUE VIVAN LOS NIÑOS, QUE VIVA NUESTRA HERENCIA HISPANA!: Children from the Ballet Folklorico Aztlan were dressed in colorful costumes furing the annual 16 de septiembre parade held in downtown Lubbock. The children are taught various dances from different regions of Mexico, as well as the culture, and an appreciation of their heritage. Many of the children begin dancing at the age of 4, and continue into adulthood. The group is led by Zenaida Aguero.

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CUBA: A Visit to Where Time Stands Still, and People... Hopeful - Part 3

And while this country may seem frozen in time, upon experiencing Cuba it was evident that the contemporary Cuban artists are becoming a hot attraction. Their work can now be found rostered by some of the world’s premium museums and art galleries, and now that Cuba and its greatest adversary, the United States, have opened a new chapter in their relations, many believe that Cuban art might become the next big thing in the art world. Having seen it – I can affirm that statement to be true. For those wanting to purchase the art, unlike products such as cigars and rum – US citizens can buy Cuban art as long as it has not been commissioned. If you are considering a trip and appreciate the arts, your in for a treat.

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

ost Americans may believe that because Cuba has a regressive government that the art scene is equally behind. My personal belief is that if you want to know the state of people in a country like Cuba, visit their museum or look for public art. In such a country, I didn’t expect to see so such modern art, as well as so many public art pieces. Art in Cuba can be found everywhere! And seriously, if its political history wasn’t common knowledge, just by seeing the art I would think I was in a city like Chicago, New York, or even in another country like Argentina that is admired for its vast public art. Cuban art played a key role in the Cuban revolution. Currently there are about 14 art schools, a University of Fine Arts, as well as 13,000 ‘registered artists’ on the island. The amount and the support of the arts is unlike what it is in the United States, which often struggles to be supported or funded. The visual arts have long been

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one of the strongest parts of Cuba’s amazing cultural output, but it is its contemporary art that became praised internationally as extremely powerful, especially after the emergence of Cuba’s strong generation of young artists in the 1980s. In 1983, the Revolutionary Government of the Republic of Cuba established the Centro Wilfredo Lam, whose aim was to research and promote the richness of artistic creation from South America, Africa and Asia. The name of the center was chosen after the iconic Wilfredo Lam (1902-1982), an artist who was considered to be the 'Cuban Picasso' for having invented a unique and original language to express the tragedy of his people and their fight for freedom. The center had a double vocation: Universalist and devoted to third-world culture, it was also strongly nationalist in its dedication to Cuban culture. Created as a platform to showcase the works of contemporary artists from the South, the Havana Biennale was inaugurated in 1984. Various Cuban institutions – and especially the ones dealing with artistic creation such as the Direction of Plastic Arts and Design of the

Ministry of Culture – have provided support to the Havana Biennale. Since its inception in 1984, the Havana Biennale has radically redefined the state’s relation to art and has also provided an opportunity for local artists to obtain international recognition. And since the 1990s, the Cuban government has given extra freedom to artists, who are viewed as a pillar of the country’s cultural prestige, allowing them to travel and keep a large share of their income. During my visit, I also had the privilege to go to the Museum of Cuban Fine Arts, where I almost had my camera confiscated as I tried to photograph such amazing works. As I walked from area to be in the museum, I found Cuban art to be utterly unique and often breathtaking. Many pieces made me emotional for many reasons – the poverty, the struggles, the victories, the transformation of the people – more so of the evolvement of the artist. Much to my dissapointment, much of the public art I saw was via a shuttle due to regulations. Fortunately, we drove by those sights that I got to see them and appreciate them.

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DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS PROCESSIONS & EVENTS WHAT IS Dֹ ÍA DE LOS MUERTOS? It’s not a somber, sad occasion, it’s a festive celebration known in the Latin American culture as El Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead celebrated on November 2nd. El Dia de los Muertos is a colorful, flavorful holiday and can very much be enjoyed by children. You will learn all about this celebration make sugar skulls, tissue flowers and enjoy goodies! WEST TEXAS LATINO ARTIST EXHIBIT & DÍA DE LOS M U E R T O S CELEBRACIÓN EVENT, Sunday, Nov. 1st from 2 to 7 p.m., at the Civic Center Exhibit Hall. The event will showcase the work of Latino artist, offer a cultural experience through local performers – traditional and modern; hold a unique Día de Los Muertos cake decorating contest; showcase a lowrider and classic cars best decorated contest; offer products from participating vendors; as well as provide children’s activities that offer cultural understanding. For more info or to get involved visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org - go to Get Involved page. Or call (806)792-1212. DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS WORKSHOP, October 28, Wednesday, 6 pm, $7, Decorate a skull and more, Learn about Dia de los Muertos, a traditional Mexican holiday. Pre-register by Oct. 23, Maggie Trejo Supercenter. GIRL SCOUTS DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS DeColores Service Unit hosting event on Thursday Oct 29th 6:30-7:00pm. Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church located at 3111 Erskine St. Participants will learn about this cultural tradition, decorate a sugar skull and enjoy some pan de muertos. SUGAR SKULLS & SKELETON PETS, Oct. 31, Saturday, 1-2:30 p.m., all ages, $7, Decorate sugar skulls, make skeleton pets, create skeletons at our fun activity stations, and learn about this traditional Mexican Holiday! Buddy Holly Center 806.775.3562. PROCESION The Buddy Holly Center participates in Lubbock’s citywide observance of Dia de los Muertos by hosting Procesiόn with the TTU International Cultural Center, TTU School of Art, and the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts. Live performances and more! Oct. 30, at 6 to 9 pm. All Ages, Free. CELEBRACIÓN Oct. 16 to Nov. 29 The Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Ave, will hold an exhibition of artwork that explores the history and meaning behind the Mexican holiday, Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. This exhibit includes works from local, regional and national artists. Artists are challenged to create an expression of their interpretation of Día de los Muertos, by honoring departed ancestors, friends and family. Artists are not limited by choice of media, but are asked to focus on the unified theme of Mexico’s centuriesold ritual of commemorating the death of a loved one.

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Understanding & Celebrating a Time-Honored Tradition ation of life. Instead of fearing death, they em-

ore than 500 years ago, when the Spanish Conquistadors landed in what is now Mexico, they encountered natives practicing a ritual that seemed to

mock death. It was a ritual the indigenous people had been practicing at least 3,000 years. A ritual the Spaniards would try unsuccessfully to eradicate. A ritual known today as el Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. The ritual is celebrated in Mexico and in the United States. Although the ritual has since been merged with Catholic theology, it still maintains the basic principles of the Aztec ritual, such as the use of skulls. Today, people don wooden skull masks called calacas and dance in honor of their deceased relatives. The wooden skulls are also placed on altars that are dedicated to the dead. Sugar skulls, made with the names of the dead person on the forehead, are eaten by a relative or friend. The Aztecs and other Meso-American civilizations kept skulls as trophies and displayed them during the ritual. The skulls were used to symbolize death and rebirth. The skulls were used to honor the dead, whom the Aztecs and other Meso-American civilizations believed came back to visit during the monthlong ritual. Unlike the Spaniards, who viewed death as the end of life, the natives viewed it as the continu-

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braced it. To them, life was a dream and only in death did they become truly awake. The pre-Hispanic people honored duality as being dynamic. They didn't separate death from pain, wealth from poverty like they did in Western cultures. However, the Spaniards considered the ritual to be sacrilegious. They perceived the indigenous people to be barbaric and pagan. In their attempts to convert them to Catholicism, the Spaniards tried to kill the ritual. But like the old Aztec spirits, the ritual refused to die. To make the ritual more Christian, the Spaniards moved it so it coincided with All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day (Nov. 1 and 2), which is when it is celebrated today. Previously it fell on the ninth month of the Aztec Solar Calendar, approximately the beginning of August, and was celebrated for the entire month. Festivities were presided over by the goddess Mictecacihuatl. The goddess, known as "Lady of the Dead," was believed to have died at birth. Today, Day of the Dead is celebrated in Mexico and in certain parts of the United States and Central America. In rural Mexico, people visit the cemetery where their loved ones are buried. They decorate gravesites with marigold flowers and candles. They bring toys for dead children and bottles of tequila to adults. They sit on picnic blankets next to gravesites and eat the favorite food of their loved ones. In the United States and in Mexico's larger cities, families build altars in their homes, dedicating them to the dead. They surround these altars with flowers, food and pictures of the deceased. They light candles and place them next to the altar. Locally, in Lubbock, the celebration has taken more of an artistic theme. Many Mexican American groups however, are stepping up and observing the days through their churches. And for some, it is just a day to celebrate and enjoy the memory of their loved ones.

Pasión por la vida día de los muertos en México na vez al año conU viven en México los vivos con los muer-

tos. Inspirados por la creencia que la muerte es una transición de una vida a la otra, celebran durante los últimos días de octubre y los primeros días de noviembre, el reencuentro con el recuerdo de sus seres queridos. La ocasión: el Día de los Muertos. A diferencia del ritual católico establecido para conmemorar el ampliamente celebrado Día de Todos los Santos, la costumbre que establecieron las culturas mexicanas pre-coloniales intercala las creencias indígenas con las católicas. Es una celebración alegre y colorida en la que la muerte asume una expresión vivaz y amistosa. Los pueblos prehispánicos creían que las almas no morían, que seguían viviendo en un lugar especial llamado Mictlán. Allí descansaban hasta el día en el que podían volver a sus hogares a visitar a su familia. Antes de la llegada de los españoles, los nativos celebraban October/octubre 2015, Vol. 9, Issue 9

la regreso de las almas entre los meses de julio y agosto. Los españoles cambiaron las festividades al 2 de noviembre, para coincidir con el Día de Todos los Santos de la Iglesia Católica. En la actualidad se realizan dos celebraciones para honrar la memoria de los difuntos amados. El primero de noviembre se honran las almas de los niños con diseños especiales en los altares, implementando el color blanco en las flores y las velas. El dos de noviembre se recuerda las almas de los adultos con una variedad de rituales. El Día de los Muertos o el Día de Todos los Santos, se denomina de manera distinta en algunos de los estados. Por ejemplo, en Yucatán se conoce como Hanal Pixán, o el paso de las almas sobre la esencia de los alimentos. En las alturas de Michoacán, se conoce como Jimbanqua, o la festividad que honra con flores a las personas que ese año fallecieron. En San Luis Potosí, Hidalgo y en el sur de Oaxaca se conoce como Xantolo. Es una tradición ancestral que, intercalada con el catolicismo, resultó en un momento y espacio especiales para celebrar la vida y el legado de los seres queridos, ofreciéndoles en un altar la fragancia de las flores, la luz de las velas, el aroma de la comida y la solemnidad de las oraciones.

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Anniversary Sabino & Vera Gonzalez, 64th as of October 14th

Anniversary Juan and Erminia Flores 47TH as of October 12, 1968

Anniversary Jose & Josie Salinas, 42nd as of October 17, 1973

Anniversary Rick & Sylvia Cisneros, 36th as of October 20,1979

Anniversary Don & Margie Puente 14th as of October 6, 2001

Anniversary John and Lisa Ramirez 2nd as of October 12, 2013

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Home/casa Neighborhood Meetings COMMUNITY NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN-UP, October 10, 8 am – 1 pm, Free, Residents are encouraged to get rid of large refuse items and take advantage of the roll off dumpsters placed on our parking lot, Rawlings Community Center. UTILITY ASSISTANCE is intended to assist with energy usage and priority is given to elderly individuals who are 60 years of age or older; a home with a child age five (5) or younger; or a disabled household which is defined as a household with at least one member who has a disability. Service must be on and remain on, no fees, late charges, disconnects or charges over 60 days allowed. Households needing these services must call for an appointment to Neighborhood House (741-0459). HOUSEHOLD CRISIS HEATING/ COOLING SERVICE and repair of existing central units, must meet the local weather crisis criteria. Portable air conditioning/evaporative coolers and heating units (portable electric heaters are allowable only as a last resort) may be purchased for Households that include at least one member that is Elderly, a Person with Disability, or a child age 5 or younger, when the local weather crisis criteria has been met. Call 775-2296 to see if you qualify. ARNETT-BENSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS Join your neighbors and help work for the betterment of the community. Hosted by the Neighborhood Association the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Trejo Center, 3200 Amherst. HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, 1706 23rd. GUADALUPE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meetings are scheduled the last Tues. of every month at 6 PM, at St. Joseph's Church 102 N. Ave. P. TECH TERRACE UNIT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Last Thursday of each month, at 6 p.m. at JT Hutch cafeteria.

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he Lubbock City T passed an amended 2015-2016

Council with the recent national distrust of police. The budget includes dozens of body cameras for offiscal year budget ficers as well as new Thursday, Septemdashcam equipment. ber 10, with relative The council also ease and increased voted to increase property tax rates in property taxes by 5.6 the same meeting. percent to .538 cents The budget and per $100 of property tax votes narrowly passed (each with a 4-3 vote) with valuation. This is the third year of Mayor Glen Robertson and Coun- growing tax rates and Mayor Robcilmembers Jeff Griffith and Karen ertson alluded to a potential fourth Gibson dissenting. Amendments in- year of growth next year. cluded the cash-funded purchase of Dissenting citizens said the ina building from TxDOT to be used creasing rate eliminates many adby Parks and Recreation, cash fund- vantages of living within the city. ing the replacement of a water line Mayor Robertson responded that and raising tax rates while lowering income was rising with property values and population but he could transfer, franchise and pilot fees. Some contested expenditures in- not vote for increased tax rates until cluded $2 million to update LPD’s spending was cut in other areas of verging-on-obsolete video record- the budget. ing system that Police Chief Greg It all boils down to the city council Stevens said “threatens our cred- perceiving a need for increased revibility” and stressed the impor- enue whether it comes from taxes or tance of maintaining transparency budget items.

new building at 1610 5th Street. The substantial completion date of construction will be in November 2015. This means that the current services located downtown at 1318 Broadway and 1313 Broadway, Suite 5 (administration) will all be relocating its services into this Current chief new CHCL building at 1610 5th Mike Kemp Street sometime in November will retire Oc2015. tober 2 after This new building will be a more than 33 two-story facility and will house years in the family practice/adult medicine, department. A pediatrics, women’s health, denretirement retal, pharmacy, mental health, ception will be laboratory, ophthalmology, health held for Chief education, healing arts center, Kemp on Friwellness center, and administraday, October 2 tive services. The ground floor from 2-4 p.m. include doctor’s offices and at Fire Station 19, 5826 98th Street. will a patient waiting area. The second Everyone is welcome to attend. floor will include an exercise area and conference room. The building will have art displays featuring local artists, which will make Elena Holly Plaza as the Kinky Wiz- the ambiance more peaceful withards entertain you. The Lubbock Food Truck Fest is free to attend! Food truck vendors will be selling food for purchase and there will be alcohol available to purchase as well. The event will be held at Buddy and Maria Elena Plaza, 19th & Crickets Music will be provided by the Kinky Wizards from 5:30pm-8:30pm.

City Appoints Fire Chief

ity Manager James Loomis apC pointed Deputy Chief Lance Phelps as the new fire chief of Lub-

bock. Phelps has served in Lubbock Fire Rescue for over 28 years. He began his career as a fire fighter in January of 1987, before rising in the ranks to become deputy chief of operations in October 2012. Phelps’ appointment must be confirmed by the Lubbock City Council. Once confirmed, Lance Phelps would become the 9th fire chief in the history of the City of Lubbock.

CHCL Relocating to New Location in November ver the last 18 months Com- in the center. O munity Health Center of As more developments occur, Lubbock has been constructing a CHCL will keep you informed.

We encourage patients, collaborators and supporters to drive by the new location at 1610 5th Street to view the current building progress. The cost of the building project is $14.5 million. So far, CHCL has raised a total of $8,753,019, which is 60.37% of the goal. CHCL will continue its fundraising until they reach their goal, so more funds can be put toward patient services. CHCL is also working with local, state and national foundations seeking applications for funds. Thank you to all our partners and donors who have made this possible. For questions about the move, to make a donation or to learn about ways to get involved with the Building a Healthier West Texas Capital Campaign, visit www.chclubbock. org.

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Cubans in the United States: More Than Just Marielitos hile most Americans are fa- process. W miliar with the story of Elian Jorge Iber, Ph.D., associate academGonzalez and the ic dean for the College Mariel Boatlift, the history of Cubans in the United States stretches well before then to the very start of the 19th century. Now that the U.S. is in the process of changing its relationship with the island nation, it is important for us to have a clear understanding of the history and long relationship that has existed between our nations. An overview of the history of Cubanos on our shores will be a good way to start to understand this

of Arts and Sciences at TTU, will serve as instructor for the event sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, on Thurs., October 29, 2015, from 5:30 to 7 pm, at the Lubbock Garden & Art Center, 4215 University Ave. Cost is $15 for OLLI members. Additional programs about Cuba will be held Oct. 26, and Nov. 17. For more info call Emma Carrasco at 806-742-6554.

Latino Americans Documentary to be screened, discussed

atino Hispanic Faculty & Staff L Association is pleased to announce and invite the public to their

upcoming screening and discussion of PBS Documentary: Latino Americans, Monday, October 12, 2015 at 7pm at the Helen DeVitt-Jones Auditorium & Sculpture Court. They

will be viewing Episode III – War & Peace. A discussion will be led immediately afterwards by Dr. Miguel Levario, Associate Professor in the Department of History at Texas Tech University. The event is free to the community.

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e acuerdo que para preparaM nos para el día de Halloween, mi mama empesaba a comprar

reglaba bolsitas con unos cuantos dulces para cada uno. Ha veces nos ponia unos cuantos pedacitos de chicle. Al dia o dos traiamos el chicle pegado en el pelo y era cuando nos daba un corte de pelo. Ahora cuando ando en la tienda o Walmart, busco esos dulces y a veces batallo para ayarlos entre todos los dulces de chocolates de varias clases. Que curioso que cuando tenemos algono lo queremos y cuando no lo tenemos-es lo que queremos.

dulces con tiempo. Viviamos en el rancho, solo que nadien venia a la casa para pedir dulces. Para nosotros era una fiesta, porque nos comiamos todos los dulces nosotros. Pero al tiempo nos cansabamos de los mismos dulces, año tras año. Mama tenia que comprar lo mas barato porque mi papa era el unico que trabajaba para mantener un familia grande. Me acuerdo que compraba galletitas de alimanitos, paquetes de Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith dules de elote (candy corn) y dulces grew up en un rancho in Levelland, and sharing her memories of living in de barriquitas (root beer). Nos ar- enjoys rural West Texas.

7th Annual Pumpkin Trail he 7th Municipal Garden and Arts Center at T Annu- 4215 University. Limited parking is al Pumpkin available behind Hodges Communi-

Trail will be open from October 15-18, 2015 in the Lubbock Memorial Arboretum in Clapp Park. In addition to the carved jack-o-lanterns along the trail, there will be 25 to 30 displays hosted by local businesses and civic groups that will lead participants around the trail. This is a free event and the Arboretum walking trail is both stroller and wheelchair friendly. Trail entrances are at the Lubbock Memorial Arboretum at 4111 University and the Lubbock

ty Center and at the Garden and Arts Center. Park and Ride will be available from Safety City located on the east side of Clapp Park at 46th Street and Avenue U. Pumpkin lighting begins at 5:30 p.m. and should be completed before dusk each night. Evening hours are 6:00-9:00 p.m. on Thursday and Sunday and 6:00-10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Enjoy an autumn scene of pumpkins, fall foliage and blue sky during daylight hours from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Friday-Sunday, October 15-18.

Halloween Safet y Tips

Trick-Or-Treaters • Carry a flashlight • Walk, don’t run. • Stay on Sidewalks • Obey traffic signals • Stay in familiar neighborhoods • Don’t cut across yards or driveways. • Wear a watch you can read in the dark. • Make sure costumes don’t drag on the ground. • Shoes should fit (even if they don’t go with your costume) • Avoid wearing masks while walking from house to house. • Carry only flexible knives, swords or other props. • (If no sidewalk) walk on the left side of the road facing traffic • Wear clothing with reflective markings or tape. • Approach only houses that are lit. • Stay away from and don’t pet animals you don’t know. Parents • Make your child eats dinner before setting out. • Ideally, young children of any age should be accompanied by an adult. • If you buy a costume, look for one made of flame-retardant material. • Older children should know where to

reach you and when to be home. • You should know where they’re going. • Tell children to bring the candy home to be inspected before consuming anything. • Look at the wrapping carefully and toss out anything that looks suspect.

Homeowners • Make sure your yard is clear of such things as ladders, hoses, dog leashes and flower pots that can trip the young ones. • Pets get frightened on Halloween. Put them up to protect them from cars or inadvertently biting a trick-or-treater. • Battery powered jack o’lantern candles are preferable to a real flame. • If you do use candles, place the pumpkin well away from where trick-or-treaters will be walking or standing. • Make sure paper or cloth yard decorations won’t be blown into a flaming candle. • Healthy food alternatives for trickor-treaters include packages of low-fat crackers with cheese or peanut butter filling, single-serve boxes of cereal, packaged fruit rolls, mini boxes of raisins and single-serve packets of low-fat popcorn that can be microwaved later.

FALL FESTIVALS & HALLOWEEN EVENTS HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL, Oct. 9, 6-8 pm, $1 or 2 cans of food/ child, Join us for our annual carnival! Enjoy face painting, games, trick or treating, cake walk, crafts and more! All ages. Trejo Supercenter. DOG DAY HOWL-O-WEEN, Oct. 10, 10 am Registration, 10:30 am Judging Begins! All Ages, $1/dog or donate a dog toy for local shelters! Dress up your dog and win prizes! Categories for Youth, Adults and Best “Couple”, Maxey Community Center. PUMPKIN CARVING PARTY, October 13, Tuesday, 10 am, Free, Ages 50+, Have fun carving pumpkins for the Pumpkin Trail at the Memorial Arboretum, Mae Simmons Community Center. CARVE A PUMPKIN DAY, Oct. 14, 10:45 am. Seniors join us in carving your very own pumpkin and proudly display them at the center for everyone’s enjoyment! Free! Trejo Supercenter. TRICK OR TREAT STREET, Oct. 24, 6:30-8:30 pm, All ages, Free! Round up your fairies, super heroes and tiny goblins for this safe and friendly trick-or-treat extravaganza! Building sponsors needed, call 767-2712 to reserve your spot. Safety City. CATHOLIC CHARITIES’ HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL happening Oct. 27 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the main office located at 102 Ave. J (across from Atzlan Park). They will have costume contests, candy, games, and decorating crafts. It’s open to all ages and everyone in the community. FRIGHT FEST HALLOWEEN DANCE, Oct. 29, 6 pm, Ages 40+ $6, Join us for a Halloween themed night. Wear your costume for a chance to win a prize in our Halloween judging contest. Lubbock Senior Center. HALLOWEEN BASH 10/30, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join the Community Health Center of Lubbock for food, games, and Halloween goodies! Costume contest at 6:30 p.m. Prizes awarded for age groups 0-2 years, 3-5 years, 6-9 years, 10-12 years. Trick or Treat in our safe Medical & Dental Clinic, at the Arnett Benson Medical & Dental Clinic, 3301 Clovis Rd. For more information contact Yvonne at 765-2611 ext 1009. 8TH ANNUAL TRUNK OR TREAT sponsored by Los Unicos C.C. 5 and Onda C.C. Impressions C.C. & other individual enthusiasts, Friday Oct. 31, 2015, from 6-8pm, at Tommy's Drive in on N University Ave. Other activities include a jumper, popcorn & cotton candy for a small fee, Please join us! TRUNK OR TREAT October 31at 6 to 10 pm. Join La Diferencia Car Club & Mr. Coop, Mi Familia Car Club, Dukes Car Club, Kandy Shop & Friends for Treats, Games, bounce houses, face painting, etc. at United Supermarket, at 2630 Parkway Dr.

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Pico

’s Kid's Activities Page Amaris Garcia, Youth Editor & Christy Martinez-Garcia FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

the Gallo

Meet Pico the bilingual gallo (rooster). He loves school, he likes to read, play outside and discover ways to have fun and make friends. Now it is time for Pico to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos Nov. 1st & 2nd. Meet his prima (cousin) who is visiting from South Texas. Her name is Jita la Gallita (little hen). Together they will honor family member who have passed away and celebrate their lives and tell cuentos (stories) about them, and sing serenatas (serenades) to their loved ones, usually canciones (songs) that were their favorites.

Make an Altar

Altars should include: A picture of the one being remembere, items they were fond of, something to snack on, candles, ﬂowers, and even gift. Altars can also include: pictures of saints or religious icons, toy skeletons, skulls or bones, sugar skulls, books, tequila, or their favorite drink and a glass, soap, water & a small towel (because being dead can be messy). A Dia de los Muertos altar can be as simple or as elaborate as you want. The purpose of an altar is remembrance, with that in mind feel free to do what you think your honoree would enjoy.

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Sugar Skulls

Typical Mexican candies made to celebrate the Day of the Dead include alfeñiques or skulls made from sugar and decorated with colored bands. Why not learn how to make them and prepare sugar skulls to decorate your altar. Ingredients: 2 cups of confectioner’s sugar, 1 egg white, 1 teaspoonful of corn syrup, ½ teaspoonful of vanilla, 1/3 cup of corn flour edible vegetable coloring. Utensils:1 two-liter glass or plastic bowl, 1 wooden spoon or spatula, 1 sieve, and 1 fine paint brush. What you have to do: 1. Place the syrup, vanilla and egg white in the bowl and mix with the wooden spoon or spatula. 2. Sift the confectioner’s sugar and add it to the mixture. 3. When the ingredients are well mixed together, knead them into a ball with your fingers. 4. Sprinkle some corn flour on a table or other flat surface, spread out the mixture and knead it until it becomes smooth and easy to handle like tortilla dough. 5. Then, make small figures like crosses, coffins, skulls, plates of food, baskets of flowers, or anything else you like. Leave your figures on the table to dry for three hours, and then paint them with vegetable coloring.

Make your calaverita!

Do you know what the calaveras are? They are phrases with rhyme about death that visits someone to take him. You can make calaveras about your friends. Remember to use synonyms of death. Do not forget that in the calaveras death never appears in a macabre form, it is a joke. Mexicans have a particular humor sense. We laugh at death. Papel Picado (Cut or punched out tissue paper) Papel picado is a Mexican art used for national celebrations like Independence Day and Day of the Dead. Above is a sample of what it looks like. Get some tissue paper and scissors, fold over about 2 to 3 times, then cut out shapes, then unfold. It’s easy so give it a try.

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión

Bishop Plácido Rodríguez to Celebrate 75th Birthday n October 11th, Bishop Placido the Liturgy of O Rodriguez will celebrate his the Eucharist, 75th birthday. Bishop Rodrí-

Rodriguez was born in Celaya, Mexico to Eutimio and Maria Conception. He was the 11th born out of 14 children; his family emigrated to Chicago in 1953, when he was 12 years old. He was ordained a priest on May 23, 1968. Rodriquez was appointed both auxiliary bishop of Chicago and titular bishop of Fuerteventura on October 18, 1983 FIESTA DE COLORES The band "Cristo y Sus Instrumentos" were honored at the and was consecrated on December 2015 Cursillo Fiesta de Colores. The musicians have gracioulsy perormed and uplifted 13, 1983. He had worked in many parishes hearts for many years. and continually served as a champion of human rights. And on April 5, 1994, Pope John Paul II chose Most Rev. Plácido Rodríguez, CMF, to succeed founding Bishop Michael J. Sheehan as the Bishop of Lubbock. He was installed as the second bishop of Lubbock, his current position, on June 1, 1994. A holy hush came over the thousands gathered in the coliseum when, after his installation and after

guez walked alone across the floor to place a bouquet and pray at the feet of a shrine to Our Lady of Guadalupe, which is a significant figure in his life. Rodriguez is also known for his sense of humor and graciousness. He knows how the values held by the majority of Hispanic Catholics – family stability, a sense of community, a sense of joy, respect for life, respect for the elderly – can enrich the church. With that, on behalf of many in the community, our publisher and staff, Latino Lubbock Magazine wishes Bishop Placido Rodriguez a Happy 75th Birthday! ¡Felicidades!

Pope Francis' Call For Justice & Humane Immigration Policies he NaT tional Hispanic Leader-

DE COLORES: The men who completed the Cursilo took time to pose for a photo. The movement evolved from a short informal spiritual retreat by a group of Roman Catholics, and originally developed in Spain. Today it is organized by lay people.

ship Agenda (NHLA), a coalition of 40 of the nation's most preeminent Latino organizations, released the following statement in response to His Holiness Pope Francis' address to a joint meeting of Congress, where he emphasized putting human dignity first on issues such as economic justice and immigration. “I welcome Pope Francis’ call to reaffirm our principles of liberty and justice. It is time for Congress to act on the most important policies that will give our most vulnerable in our BRISKET FUNDRAISER SUCCESSFUL Members of the Knights of COlumbus communities the dignity that all huof St. Patricks took time from serving tasty brisket plates, to pose for a photo for Latino Lub- mans deserve, including our undocbock Magazine. Proceeds of their fundraiser will benefit church programs and scholarships. umented immigrants,” said Hector Sanchez, NHLA Chair and Executive Director of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement.

"In calling for centering debate on issues like immigration around reciprocal humanity, Pope Francis provides a resounding message for our nation's political leaders," stated Thomas A. Saenz, NHLA Vice Chair and President and General Counsel of MALDEF. "Dehumanization and demagoguery on these issues can have no foothold in a nation like ours." “As the Pope made mention, we cannot turn our backs on the vulnerable, the poor and those who are seeking to create a better life for themselves and their families or those who are seeking refuge from violence. We hope that Congress takes his message to heart by pursuing policies that will help to lift more Americans out of poverty and treat immigrants with justice and humanity,” said Janet Murguia, President and CEO, NCLR. Established in 1991, the National Hispanic Leadership Agenda (NHLA) brings together Hispanic leaders to establish policy priorities that address, and raise public awareness of the major issues affecting the

Forward in Christ

BY JOE CASTILLO

few years ago the Spirit of the Lord let me to an elderly man who needed help. He was on oxygen, disabled, malnourished, and weighed under 100 pounds. His wife owned about 20 dogs. She demanded of him to help feed the pets, and pick up their waste and many more chores. Sadly his wife heart was not fixed on him, but on her pets. About three years I helped, until he died. FIESTA DE COLORES The Fiesta de Colores 2015 event was filled with food, live music, and the crowning of the 2015-2016 Reina and Rey de Colores.

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and where thieves break in and steal; But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not break in and steal: "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be." ~ Matthew 6:19-21

Editor's Note: Joe survived Nasotharyngeal cancer for 17 years, he is currently battling cancer. An Airforce veteran, he uses writing as a way to stay "Do not lay up for yourself treasures on positive, share his story, and inspire earth, where moth and rust destroys, others.

Latino Lubbock Magazine's is a Christian Owned Business - Christy Martinez-Garcia - John 3:16

Church Bulletins LIFE CHAIN Come take a stand for life and stand together as a nation. The Nurturing Center invites the public to come stand united in Prayer on Sunday, October 4, 2015 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Please park on the north side of the Nurturing Center at 3303 66th. For more info, please call Sandy Cisneros at (806)473-7592. SISTERS’ PRAYER GARDEN BLESSING - The St. Francis Mission Sisters invite all parishioners for the Blessing of the Stations of the Cross Prayer Garden on Sunday, October 4, at 4:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Angels Convent, 8202 CR 7700, Wolfforth. Bishop Placido Rodriguez, CMF, will be officiating. PEOPLE OF FAITH AGAINST THE DEATH PENALTY - The State of Texas will execute a death row inmate on Tuesday, October 6. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (#2267) teaches that the death penalty should be used very rarely, if ever. Twenty people have been executed in the U.S. in 2015. You are invited to an ecumenical prayer vigil during the approximate time of the actual execution (5:45-6:15 pm). The vigil is held at the corner of 15th St. & University Ave. across from TTU in front of St. John’s UMC. Questions? Call St. John Neumann parishioner Anne Cochran -795-9745. RED MASS – Open to people of all faith traditions who have a concern for peace and justice for all, the Red Mass will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 6:30 p.m., at Christ the King Cathedral, 4011 54th Street. CATHOLIC ENGAGED ENCOUNTER (CEE) – October 9-11, Mercy Retreat Center, Slaton. Cost is $225/couple. CEE provides quality marriage preparation for couples planning to marry in the Catholic Church, but non-Catholics are also welcome to attend. For more information, contact Richard & Elaine Ybarra, 806-792-3943 ext 231, familylife@catholiclubbock.org, or see www. catholiclubbock.org/family. WOMEN’S ACTS RETREAT - November 5-8, Mercy Retreat Center. For more information go to ACTScommunityoflubbock.org COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by the Marriage and Family Life Office, in collaboration with TTU Marriage & Family Clinic. To schedule an appointment call Dr. Nicole Springer at 806-742-3074. Counselors can meet at Saint John Neumann Church. 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. MASS IN SPANISH at St. Elizabeth University Parish each Sunday at 2 pm. Saint Elizabeth is a Catholic Church, located at 2316 Broadway St. in Lubbock. For more info call (806) 762-5225 MISA EN ESPAÑOL en la Universidad de St. Elizabeth Parish cada domingo a las 2 pm. St. Elizabeth es una Iglesia Católica, en la calle 2316 Broadway St. en Lubbock. Para más información llame al (806) 762-5225 MASS AT REESE: The South Plains College Catholic Student Organization and Saint John Neumann Church sponsor Mass or Communion at Reese Center every Wednesday at 12:05 PM in RC 822A, in building 8 until further notice. Normally this will be a Mass, but if no priest is available, Deacon Ed Sears will conduct a Communion Service. All are welcome!

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A Study-Abroad Expereince

BY BRENDA GUARDIOLA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

nowing the hardships my parK ents have endured has motivated me to seek a college education and to follow my dreams. My friends, the Texas Tech Upward Bound Program, Pegasus, and Hispanic Scholarship Fund have guided me by providing mentorship and essential information on available opportunities such as, scholarships and leadership positions. I am a first generation college student starting my third year as an undergraduate student at the Rawls College of Business at Texas Tech University majoring in Finance and minoring in Spanish. I had the opportunity to study abroad during summer I at the Texas Tech Center in Seville, Spain. I registered for two advanced Spanish classes. Although I grew up in a Spanish-

speaking household, learning colloquial expressions, my intention was to improve my fluency in formal academic Spanish; this is important for my future career. After graduation, I anticipate to move to Houston and work on capital budgeting and cost analysis for Chevron, or a similar company. Coming from a humble family, I did not want to put the pressure on my parents to fund my program nor did I want to take out any loans. I was driven to have my expenses covered with scholarships and grants. Thankfully, I was awarded the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. This scholarship awards up to $5,000 to students who are Pell grant eligible. Additionally, I was bestowed the TTU Study Abroad Competitive Scholarship; award varies based on summer or semester programs approved by Texas Tech. In supplement, I was awarded a couple of grants and I used my scholarship reimbursement from the previous semesters to have all of the expenses paid for. Although 5,141 miles from home, I felt I belonged and rapidly adapted into the Spaniard culture with the assistance of my host family. They recommended popular attractions to visit, and cooked traditional meals.

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The biggest culture shock experienced was the meal t i m e s . There is a big stretch f r o m lunch, starting near 2 pm, until dinner at roughly 10 pm. Flamenco, bullfights, siesta, tapas, and soccer are part of the Spaniard customs. I enjoyed the ambience of the crowd after Sevilla won the Union of European Football Associations Cup, and Barcelona took home La Copa de Europa. The streets were bursting with celebration. People obnoxiously honked their car horn, colorful fireworks filled the skies, and people waved their banners and chanted their soccer songs and anthem. The program I participated in had various excursions throughout Spain to enhance the learning experience for our culture class. Also, I traveled to Lisbon, Florence, and Rome on my spare time. This was a valuable experience as it allowed me to assess my own culture, along with having a better understanding of the rest of the world. I strongly recommends studying overseas as it allows for personal development and the acquisition of recommendable skills that employers demand.

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Veteran's Affairs/ Asuntos de los Veteranos

South Plains Honor Flight Scheduled

ore than 140 South Plains M military veterans, guardians and staff will leave Lubbock Pres-

GRAND MARSHALS PURPLE HEART RECIPIENT VETERANS: Fiestas del Llano honored Purple Heart Recipients, honoring them with the title of grand marshals at the annual parade. Purple Heart Honorees are honored and commemorated for their extraordinary sacrifices. America's servicemen and servicewomen who were killed or wounded by enemy action are recognized. Purple Heart recipients come from all branches of service and from all conflicts for which the award has been given.

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ton Smith International Airport at 6:45 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, on the fourth annual Texas South Plains Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C. The veterans on the chartered Southwest Airlines jet will have the opportunity to visit many of the major military memorials, including the World War II Memorial, during their all-expenses-paid, three-day stay in the nation’s capital. Veterans on the trip will participate in wreath-laying ceremonies at many of the venues, including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. The veterans also will visit three museums dedicated to their military service. U.S. Rep. Randy Neugebauer, who represents much of the South Plains and West Texas, and his staff will welcome the veterans to Capitol Hill. A send-off dinner is scheduled for Wednesday, September 30th at 5:30 pm at Lubbock High School Cafeteria. Veterans and guardians will check in for the flight the next morning and will pick up their information and daily matching shirts as well as meet everyone for the trip. A full dinner will be served everyone. Local High Schools ROTC students will provide presentation of the colors for the event. Other entertainment will be provided. The media is invited to attend and meet and interview some of our vets. After their time in Washington, the veterans will return to a Hero’s Welcome at the Lubbock airport, scheduled at 9 pm, Saturday, Oct. 3. “We hope that our citizens of the South Plains will turn out in force to welcome these veterans back to Lubbock,” Janis Vaughn, president of the Texas South Plains Honor Flight committee, said. Vaughn

urged people greeting the plane to bring flags and banners to the airport. “This is a great opportunity to express our gratitude to those who served to preserve our free- RUFUS MARTINEZ dom and way of life,” Vaughn said, “and I hope that as many people as possible will welcome these outstanding veterans home Saturday night.” This year Rufus Martinez will be a part of the 2015 Texas South Plains Honor Flight. The Korean War veteran had applied annually , and each year he was told he was not eligible because he was too young. "I finally became of age," said the 80-year-old. "Every year when they chose I felt bad I didn't get picked, but this year when they chose me I was really happy." He servedin the Army, as a Specialist III, and was stationed in Germany for 36 months in 1954 to 1957. This fourth annual flight and the previous trips in 2012, 2013 and 2014 have been made possible through the generous donations of South Plains residents, numerous businesses and organizations and the hard work and dedication of many volunteers. “It would be impossible to provide these paid trips without all of the support that is given by people of the South Plains,” Vaughn said. The organization’s volunteers work all year to raise over $200,000 that is needed to underwrite the event. For more information about the Texas South Plains Honor Flight visit texassouthplainshonorflight. org.

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he 2nd Annual Heroes Banquet honoring George O’ Brien, Texas Tech’s lone Medal of Honor recipient will be held at 6:15 p.m., Mon., October 26, 2015 at MCM Elegante, 801 Ave. Q. The four key speakers will include Sgt. Kimberly Munley, Army Federal Police, Dr. James R. Ficke, M.D., Phil and Maureen Miller, and retired Master Sgt. Leroy Petry. All proceeds will benefit three groups: Veterans Resource Coordination Group, which connects veterans and families to essential resources to assist them in achiev-

ing life goals. The Lubbock Military Order of Purple Heart Chapter 0900 will also benefit for fostering goodwill and camaraderie among combatwounded veterans and providing service to all vets and their families. As well as Wellness & Healing Center, Angel Fire, NM, which responds to the urgent needs of vets and their families through creative therapies. For more information regarding table sponsorship please contact Danny Koch (806)-698-5842, or visit www.concernforveterans.org

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Veteran Connection BOOTS TO BUSINESS is a three-step entrepreneurial education initiative offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as an elective track within the Department of Defense’s revised Training Assistance Program called Transition Goals, Plans, Success (Transition GPS). https://www. sba.gov/offices/headquarters/ovbd/resources/160511 MILITARY MASS HELD MONTHLY Saint John Neumann Church, 58022 22nd St., will hold a military Mass for loved ones, deceased or living, Saturday at 5:30 p.m. The military Mass is held the last Saturday of each month. PURPLE HEART SOUTH PLAINS OF TEXAS CHAPTER MEETINGS 3rd Saturday at 1000 hours, at American Legion, 6628 66Th St, in Lubbock. For more info call John Murdock at (806) 829-2805. SBA VETERAN’S BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT The Office of Veterans Business Development's mission is to maximize the availability, applicability and usability of all administration small business programs for Veterans, Service-Disabled Veterans, Reserve Component Members, and their Dependents or Survivors. Contact Armando Garcia at 806-472-7462 ext: 104. DISABILITY.GOV This U.S. federal government website gives information on disability programs and services nationwide. It helps people with disabilities and their relatives find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability. gov BLINDED VETERANS ASSOCIATION (BVA) From blinded veterans, for blinded veterans. Services offered include transportation assistance, and connects blinded veterans from earlier wars (Vietnam War, Korean War…) with blinded veterans of recent conﬂicts (Iraq, Afghanistan, etc.). www.bva.org HELP OUR MILITARY HEROES is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the military wounded with fully equipped handicapped vehicles. www.helpourmilitaryheroes.org

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Memoriam/memorial ANASTACIA G. BOCANEGRA, 78, passed away Aug. 28, 2015. She was born April 27, 1937, in Lockhart, Texas, to Jesus and Juanita Garza. Survivors include three sons, Crespin Bocanegra, Jr. and wife, Kelly, Crespin Bocanegra III and wife, Donna, Mike Garza and wife, Melonie; four daughters, Belinda Quintero and husband, Sammy, Esmeralda Sifuentes and husband, Richard, Rosa Bocanegra and partner, Melissa and Joanne Bocanegra and husband, Jimmy; 14 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; and brother, Santana Garza and wife, Catarina. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Crespin; and brothers, Fermin Garza and Jesus Garza Jr. JOSE LLANES HERNANDEZ, 48, of Lubbock passed away on Aug. 28, 2015. He was born on Oct. 19, 1966, in Lubbock to Juan and Francisca (Llanes) Hernandez. Joe married Bertha Chavez in August 1985 in Wolfforth. Mr. Hernandez was a member of St. Theresa's Catholic Church. Joe is survived by his wife, Bertha; his children, Roger and Crystal Hernandez both of Lubbock; his father, Juan Hernandez; sister, Maria Hernandez of San Antonio. He was preceded in death by his mother, Francisca and a son, Orlando (1998). JULIO ESCOBAR, 85, of Slaton passed away on Sept. 5, 2015. Julio moved with his family to Lubbock area in 1931. He went to work at the age of ten to help the family. Julio married Maria Esparza on Aug. 8, 1953, in Lubbock. Julio was preceded in death by his parents, Rosalio and Ameliana Escobar; a son, Asencion Escobar; and a brother, Felix Escobar. Those who will cherish his memory include his wife, Maria of the home; five sons, Gilbert and wife, Connie, Steve and wife, Lupe and Chris Escobar, Rudy and wife, Yvonne, and Ruben and wife, Antonia Escobar; a daughter, Ofelia and husband, Daniel Hinojosa; five brothers, Pete, Lorenzo, Joe, Gilbert Escobar; six sisters, Claudia Campos, Maria Mestas, Lupe Olmos and Sylvia Abila, Rosa Ortiz, and Dominga Rodriguez; along with 18 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. MARIA TAVAREZ, 65, of Shallowater passed away on Aug. 26, 2015. She was born June 18, 1949, in Guanajuato, Mexico, to her late parents: Benino and Maria (Dominguez) Vasquez. She married Anastacio Tavarez on June 4, 1999, in Lubbock. He passed away on Oct. 6, 1999. Maria and her siblings were raised in Harlingen, Texas, by their single father after their mother passed away. She lived in Lubbock for 36 years. She is survived by her three precious daughters; seven grandchildren; four sisters; and her longtime partner and his family.

“They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.” ~ Williams Penn

JUAN TONY GONZALES, 65, of Lubbock passed away on Aug. 23, 2015. Tony was born on April 20, 1950, to the parentage of Pablo Gonales Sr. and Gregoria Gonzales. He was a loving son, father and friend to many people. He will truly be missed. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pablo Sr. and Gregoria Gonzales; brother, Cesario Gonzales; nephew, Charlie Villegas. He leaves to cherish his memories: one daughter, Francesca Richardson; sisters, Lilly Torres, Juanita Villegas, Dominga Tovar, Dolores Caudillo (Juan); brothers, Pablo Gonzales Jr. (Rosa) and Jose Gonzales; five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. FEDERICO LOPEZ MARTINEZ, 61, of Lubbock passed away on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015. He was born March 2, 1954, in Rio Grande, Mexico, to Vincente and Maria (Lopez) Martinez. He was a farmer. He and Margarita Naranjo, his lifelong companion, have been together since 1987. Those left to cherish his memory are Margarita Naranjo; his children, Victoria, MaElena, Mari, Freddy and Diego Martinez; stepchildren, Elena, Rita, Adolfo, Ricky, Daisy, Viola, Clara and Juan; brothers, Vincente, Sylvester, Raynoldo, Simon and Leo Martinez; sisters, Maria Dolores, Maibertha and Mari Lopez; and six grandchildren. Federico was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Antolina Lopez. FELIPE G. MARTINEZ, 89, of Wolfforth passed away on Friday, Sept. 4, 2015. He was born Aug. 30, 1926, in Thelma, Texas, to Aniseto and Maria (Garcia) Martinez. His wife, Estefana Martinez preceded him in death in 1985. Those left to cherish his memories are his two sons: Aniseto and Felipe Martinez, Jr.; five daughters, Eluteria Rivas, Olga Rubio, Odelia Martinez, Estefana Padilla and Elsa Martinez; his brother, Juan Martinez; 12 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. ADAM GARCIA, 44, of Lubbock, Texas passed away Sept. 6, 2015. Adam is survived by his wife, Sonia; his sons, Solomon, Cruz, Xavier, Fabian and his daughter, Lisa and daughter Laurena; his mother, Isabel and inlaws, Paul and Ofelia Martin. He also leaves behind siblings, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends who played very important roles in his life.

EDUARDO EDDIE NARVAIZ, 61, of Lubbock passed away on Sept. 5, 2015. Eddie was born on Nov. 21, 1953, in Ralls to the late Cruz Sr. and Petra Narvaiz. He married Tina Velez on Aug. 17, 1985, in Lubbock. In 1973 he graduated from Lubbock Cooper High School and went on to remain 41 years with Lubbock Cooper ISD as a teaching assistant before retiring. He is preceded in death by his parents and by a brother, Cruz Narvaiz Jr. Those left to honor and cherish his memory are his wife of 30 years, Tina; a son, Xavier Narvaiz; daughters, Gabby Narvaiz and Sandra Saenz; a granddaughter, Adalyn Grace Narvaiz, his pride and joy; sister, Ninfa (Ramey) Vigil; and a host of nieces and nephews. GILBERTO M. SOLIZ, 90, of Lubbock, passed away on Sept. 3, 2015. Gilberto was born to Isabel and Prajeres Morin in George West, Texas, on July 19, 1925. He married San Juana Soliz on April 1, 1946. They moved from Mathis, Texas, to Lubbock, Texas, in 1959. Gilberto worked as a professional driver for Veazey Cash Lumber for over 25 years. Gilberto joins his wife; parents; and several siblings in heaven. He is survived by his three sisters, Enriqueta Sanchez, Linda Peralta and Olivia Trevino of Mathis, Texas; sons, Esequel, Ismael, Israne (Christina), Jaime (Teresa), Noe (Leticia), and Robert; daughters, Diamantina, Christine, Elizabeth, Josefina (Hector), Arlene (Cosme), and Rachel; 33 grandchildren; and 37 great-grandchildren.

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

GUADALUPE LUPE YBARRA, 91 passed away on Sep. 1, 2015. Lupe was born Sep. 27, 1923, in Bend, CO, to Ezequiel and Delores Ybarra. She married Stan Ybarra on Sep. 22, 1947 in Syracuse, KS. She is survived by four sons and daughters-in-law, Peter and Wanda Ybarra, Stan and Rita Ybarra, Tony Ybarra, Louis and Evie Ybarra; five daughters and sons-in-law, Isabel and Raymond Amador, Joann and Uriel Esquivel, Ufemia and Steve Campos, Mary and Carlos De La Virgen, Annette and Felix Castro; 25 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild. JUAN EL BOY GARCIA JR, passed away on Sept. 8, 2015. He was born on July 21, 1953, in Pecos, Texas, to the late Juan Sr and Ofelia Garcia. He married Lupe Richie on Aug. 29, 2003, in Lubbock. He was a body shop vehicle repairman. He was a Catholic. Survivors include his wife, Lupe Garcia; four sons, Juan Jesse Garcia, Rene Garcia, Jose Angel Garcia and Eddie Moreno; two daughters, Ebie Serda and Evie Moreno Gonzales; his mother, Ofelia Garcia; two brothers, Ricky Garcia and Bobby Joe Garcia; four sisters, Mary Helen Rodriguez, Angie Olivarez and Anita Madrigal, Dorothy Mendoza; 16 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. ISAAC LUCERO, 28, of Slaton, Texas, passed away on Sept. 9, 2015. Isaac was born July 30, 1987, in Chihuahua, Mexico, to Ada and Heraclio Lucero. He has one brother, Aaron and one sister, Celeste. On Oct. 22, 2011, Isaac married his sweetheart, Rebecca, in the Lubbock LDS Temple. They have two children, Wyatt, 3, and Rose. Isaac is survived by his wife, Rebecca; children, Wyatt and Rose; and his parents, Ada and Heraclio Lucero; siblings, Aaron Lucero and Celeste Remediz and her husband, Tyler Remediz as well as a niece, Leila and nephew, Owen; as well as a large extended family. Isaac was preceded in death by his grandparents, Manuel Lucero and Ricarda Morales.

JOSÉ ÁNGEL TORRES passed away on Sep. 2, 2015. He was born on Sep. 20, 1954, and was a native of Chamacuaro, Guanajuato, México. He took pride in having worked for Yates Flooring Center for 33 years. José is survived by lovely bride of 46 years María To everything there is a season, Carmen Torres; children, Graciela Guerra a time to every purpose under (Lieutenant Colonel Jesus Eloy Guerra, the sun… ECCL 3:18. USA, Norfolk), Yesenia, Patricia Ramírez (Jimmy), Azucena Fuentes (Rodolfo), Jesus (Lori), Jazmín, and Yadira; 11 grandchildren; his mother, Guadalupe; five brothers, MEMORIAMS ARE A COURTESY, info Fidel, Raul, Jose Luis, Gaspar, and Martin; must be submitted for the preceding month by the of the 21st. First come, first serve due to six sisters, Rosa, Refugio, Teresa, Gloria, deadline space. Only memoriams for previous month Guadalupe, and Auxilio. He was preceded in limited included. Info modified for size at discretion of death by his father, Gaspar and one brother, LLM. For more info, call (806) 792-1212, email to or come by 2207 UniverSantiago. He also left behind his four legged news@latinolubbock.net, sity. fur-baby, Pashmina.

ROSALINDA VILLARREAL, 75, of Lubbock passed away on Sept. 5, 2015. She was born on May 7, 1940, in Rio Hondo, Texas, to Jesus and Rosalia Rodriguez. Rosalinda married Manuel Villarreal Jr. on Nov. 13, 1960, in Lockney, Texas. Rosalinda grew up in Rio Hondo, Texas, and moved to Lockney with her family. She is survived by her husband, Manuel Villarreal Jr.; her children, son, David and wife, Krissy of Caledonia, Mich., daughter, Ann and husband, Edward Reid, daughter, Bernice Villarreal, daughter, Gloria Betancour and husband, Bobby, son, Ruben and wife, M'kayla, and Benaiah and wife, Sandra. Her legacy includes 20 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Rosalinda was preceded in death by a daughter, Adrienne. Louis V. Zapata, 90, of Lubbock passed away on Sept. 10, 2015. Louis was born on June 21, 1925, in Cameron, Texas, to Epifanio Zapata and Clara Varela Zapata. He moved to Petersburg, in 1955 and married Eunice Lucio on Jan. 3, 1955, in Clovis, N.M. They raised a family together and were married for 60 years. Louis was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. Survivors include his beloved wife, Eunice Zapata of the home; three sons, Roy Zapata and wife Shirley, Rudy Zapata and wife Sharon and Steve Zapata and wife Hermie; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two greatgreat-grandchildren. He is also survived by six sisters. ERNESTO RODRIGUEZ, 92 of Lubbock, passed away on Sept 15, 2015. He was born in San Antonio, Texas, to Ambrose and Celia (Valdez) Rodriguez. He graduated high school in San Antonio and served in the US Marines during World War II. Those left to cherish his memories are four daughters, Barbara Yelvington, Wanda Jo Wilde, Darlene Baker and Patty Chastain; two sons, Alex Rodriguez and wife Joayn, and Arthur Rodriguez and wife Linda. Three sisters, Mary (Berta) R. Uribe, Nora Mc Custer, and Pam Bankerd. He had 28 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews he loved dearly. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Billy Marie Rodriguez; son, Billy Clark; five brothers, Fernando (Fred) Rodriguez, Robert Rodriguez, Arthur Rodriguez, Alex Rodriguez, and Mario Rodriguez; and one sister, Nina De'Villar; three grandchildren. He loved his family, friends, and his dogs Cami, Hotdog, and Peanut.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y Aquí Watermelon Round-Up in Plains, Texas

John Robison, meaterolgist for KCBD, poses with Christy Martinez-GArcia, publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Volunteers handed out watermelon to all attendees, and went through hundreds of famous Plains, Texas watermelons.

The Galvan grandparents took their grandkids to the event to enjoy watermelon, food, music, and the family atmosphere.

Many Lubbockites made the drive to expereince the festival and have some tasty watermelon, and enjoy the West Texas summer.

Ready for the concert to start as they enjoy the evening.

Enjoying some of the delicious foods and the music at the fiestas event.

TFamilies and friends gathered to listen to bands, like Siggno, play at the fiestas patrias.

Fiestas del Llano

Frank and Mary Jane Gutierrez, Susie Juarez, and Robert Trejo were excited for the fiestas. (Photos by Amaris, Garcia for LLM)

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Many of the Cursillo church groups like the group from Our Lady of Guadalupe raise funds to benefit the program, and look forward to the event.

Ushers helped those in attendance find seats, and were very welcoming.

De Colores tshirts were sold by event volunteers. The shirts are colorful and live up to the name.

A beautiful Jesus sculpture made in burlap was rafﬂed by event organizers.

3rd Annual David Montalvo Memorial Scholarship Concert

Jamming with friends and enjoying a cool end of summer evning, as well as supporting an event.

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Many friends of David Montalvo attend and support the annual concert that benefits a memorial scholarship.

Amigas rocked the summer night away and enjoyed great food, music, and seeing friends.

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Anna Montalvo, wife of David and their sons, were excited to receive support from many of his friends and family.

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Tailgaters gathered around the Masked Rider to capture the football day in photo. (Photos by Frank Garcia, for LLM)

Students went all out to support the Red Raiders to victor over UTEP.

Dr. John Turner and his wife, Vina, made time to smile for the Latino Lubbock Magazine camera.

Heroes and their families are honored at the football game.

Lupus Walk 2015

The event was a success as many families came to support their loved ones at the walk.

Lupus Walk organizers took a quick break after the walk.

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Team Belloc proudly wore purple to show their support of their family member.

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Troop 6073 proudly celebrated their culture, and being Girl Scouts.

Families were invited to be a part of the event. And several came to demonstrate their pride of being Mexican Americans.

Parade particpants took time to catch up before the parade, as well as to have their photo taken before the event .

Velia Mendoza, the 2015 newly crowned Reina Hispana de Lubbock, poses with pageant contestant Ashley Rodriguez at the parade.

West Texas Raza Run

Preparing to ride on a beautiful Saturday morning.

Tshirt sales are what helps to raise funds to put on the event, as such many supported and bought a shirt.

The guys were ready to make the ride to Plainview and back to Lubbock for events after.

Who says ladies can't ride? Many ride or share their their love of biking with their significant other.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ El Grito at TTU - Part I

Sisters from Sigma Lambda Gamma volunteering at the annual event.

Students gathered to enjoy the food and festivities

Smiling for the camera as they get ready to watch the live stream of the 16 de septiembre celebrations in Mexico.

Families, students and friends of all generations celebrated on campus at the El Grito event.

Grito de Dolores at the Landwer Party House

Dolores Harper and Mary Jane Gutierrez, board members of the Fiestas del Llano committee, smiled for the camera.

Holding up some of the significant leaders of the 16 de septiembre, Mexican Independence Day.

Ballet folklorico dancers were ready to begin the program, with their families present.

Attendees enjoyed the Grito de Dolores with many community members.

Monterey High School 60th Anniversary Parade

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Mrs. Lubbock 1998, Josi De La Garza, waved to the camera and the crowd.

Students from Monterey High School walked through at the anniversary parade.

Students from Bean Elementary school were excited as they held their banner during the parade.

The LubbockISD Police joined in on the parade fun.

Riding in style! The little girl had her car decorted for a parade.

Knights of Columbus from the St. Michaels council in Levelland particpated in the 2015 Watermelon Festival in Plains.

Talking about the Gala at the weekly Latino Lubbock segment of Trends and Friends with Publisher/Owner, Christy Martinez-Garcia.

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Bishop Placido Rodriguez and members of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus.

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Meals on Wheels Big Wheel

For the nineteenth year, Lubbock Meals on Wheels and Sonic Restaurants have teamed up for this event in an attempt to raise public awareness and involve local celebrities in the mission of Meals on Wheels.

On this day, local “Big Wheels” volunteer their lunch hour to deliver a Lubbock Meals on Wheels’ route and are chauffeured on the routes in classic or unique cars.

Sonic Restaurants graciously donates more than 800 meals to feed all of the recipients.

J.R. Castilleja cooking up some fresh corn and BBQ.

Debbie and Joey Cerda enjoyed some fun at the annual BBQ.

The aroma of bbq filled the air in downtown Lubbock.

It was a treat for the MOW recipients to be visited by the Big Wheels, and see the various cars, and enjoy a special lunch.

BBQ in Lubbock, Texas

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Taking a moment from laughing and conversation to smile for the camera.

Attendees enjoyed the Columbian performers and traditional delicacies.

Couples enjoyed the silent auction and dancing at the annual event, that raised money for two nonprofit organizations this year.

Holding up some traditional Columbian coffee as they enjoyed the evening.

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Youth hiked up the trails at the Silver Cliff Ranch held for youth in foster care.

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The new officers for TTU Collegiate LULAC are: Daniel Lemus, Secretary; Ana Chavez, Parliamentarian; Yeiry Rey, Chaplain; Karen Acosta, President; Nadia Martinez, Treasurer; Selena Martinez, VP of Youth; Janell Ochoa, Vice President. Not pictured: Leonardo Castaneda, Sergeant at Arms.

Some of the staff of Matador Motors welcomed visitors to their tent for some BBQ and other tasty treats!

Christy Martinez-Garcia publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine poses with her daughter Amaris, at the festive Grito de Dolores event.

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Depite TCU win, Tech Demonstrates Growth

exas Tech's performance T against No. 3 TCU put to rest any lingering ideas suggesting the Red Raiders aren't a completely different team than they were a year ago. The Red Raiders stormed the field and opened conference play before an outrageous home crowd and took the Horned Frogs down to the wire, TCU defeating Texas Tech 55-52. It ended with three laterals with no time left on the clock in a last ditch effort for Texas Tech to take the lead. But Jakeem Grant would be knocked out of bounds, tying a

bow on the game. The highly anticipated shootout between these two teams more than delivered in the uptempo battle of the offense teams inside Jones AT&T. Texas Tech and TCU's game of tug-of-war produced 11 lead changes throughout the game. Boykin would go 34-54 with 504 yards and 4 touchdowns. Mahomes ended 24-44 with 352 yards and 2 touchdowns. DeAndre Washington's 22 carries produced 18 yards and 4 touchdowns.

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ctober has arrived and with it brings its stunning colors to let us know our yearly trek is almost to the end. No matter how anyone’s sports year started and whatever expectations or hurdles you faced, there is still time to make whatever your goals were a reality. The Red Raiders for example, kick this month off with anticipated Big 12 champion Baylor in Arlington, in a 2:30 nationally televised game. At the beginning of the season, most of us, be truthful now, didn’t think Tech had a realistic chance to beat them even if they were competitive with them last year. That was before we saw the effort against Arkansas and highly ranked TCU at the end of last month and now we see the return of the air raid, and dare I say it, the heart this team seemed to be playing without the last couple of seasons. They still have some work to do defensively and hopefully Mahomes leg injury wont slow his escapability much, though we should be able to tell pretty quickly in these next few weeks. A Bowl game appearance looms on the horizon, but they defi nitely need to win all their home games versus Iowa State on the 10th, and towards the end of the month when they host Oklahoma State on Halloween if they want to end their recent bowl drought. Another team, in my opinion,

that has changed their early season troubles to once again be in the playoff conversation are the resilient Texas Rangers whom as of deadline time hold onto a three game lead over the Astros with 8 games remaining in the regular season. This is the same team counted out by many, and yes, including myself, in late July entering August to miss out on the wildcard spot let alone winning the division. Now I need to be cautious at this point in crowning them division winners, but the odds are in their favor especially with the way their offense is hitting as of now. Delino DeShields, Shin—Soo Choo, and Mitch Moreland start the list off of many hitters coming around at the same time to support what is surprisingly a strong pitching cast. Pitcher Cole Hamels has already been pushed into more starts than scheduled, and expect that to happen again if it comes down to the last game or two in order for them to clinch. Their early moves with Hamels had many wondering if they were building for the future, but as you can see, the future for them is now. On the other hand, the Cowboys future seemed so bright when their season started we were all buying sunshades. What a difference though an injury or two has made. With Tony Romo suffering from the same broken clavicle injury from a few seasons ago, Dallas will have to rely on unpopular Brandon Weeden

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to weather the storm until Tony is able to return in November. New quarterback Matt Cassel, who was raised in Lubbock, acquired from the Bills via a trade, gives the team a chance on being able to expand their offensive attack even without all pro Dez Bryant. The defense will be able to also help this team but it will need the cavalry to return, such as Randy Gregory, Rolando McClain and Greg Hardy whom are scheduled to make their presence felt in time for the New England game on the 11th. Hopefully it won’t be too late by then, but the path on the road can change at any time for anyone. The journey has just begun. Editor's Note: Mando Reyna is an avid sports aﬁcionado and fan. He contributes his sports perspective of local to national sports. Email latinolubbock@suddenlink. net

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