New Developments at El Pueblo, Inc.

The number of people working at El Pueblo has decreased due to the economic downturn.  As a result we have unused office space at our location in Downtown Raleigh.  We are looking for a non-profit organization to sublet the unused space.  We can provide you with 6 contiguous offices and share telephone, internet, printing and copier equipment.  If you know of an organization that might be interested in this prime office location with free parking, please have them contact us at (919) 835-1525 or send an email to elpueblo@elpueblo.org.

 

 

International Festival in Raleigh this Weekend  (Sept. 30, Oct. 1 & 2)

DISCOVER THE WORLD IN RALEIGH!
The annual International Festival of Raleigh offers 3 days of international performances, food, games, art and cultural exhibits at the Raleigh Convention Center. Over 50 different groups from around the world participate to showcase their cuisine, traditional dance and music; to share traditions and to celebrate the Triangle's unique diversity. 

• Main Stage: traditional ethnic dances, performed by artists in authentic dress.
• Sidewalk Cafes: culinary offerings from around the globe.
• Cultural Exhibits: exhibits about the rich history and traditions of many different cultures.
• International Bazaar: shopping for global arts and crafts.
• Biergarten Stage: bands and musical performances from around the world.
• Sophia's Corner: international games, face-painting, bouncy castle and other fun kids' stuff.
• Demonstration Booths: interactive demos and classes on international cooking, dance and crafts.
• Naturalization Ceremony: new American citizens take their oath in a moving ceremony at the festival's opening.

Link to the International Festival website:  www.InternationalFestival.org

Naturalization Ceremony, Friday, September 30, 2011: 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Friday, September 30, 2011: 4:30pm - 10pm
Saturday, October 1, 2010: 10am - 10pm
Sunday, October 2, 2011: 11am - 7pm
Raleigh Convention Center: 500 South Salisbury Street; Raleigh, NC 27601

Read More: International Focus Newsletter

 

 

SEPTEMBER 18, 2011.

 

La Fiesta del Pueblo was a huge success this year.  For the first time the event was held in Downtown Raleigh, at Moore Square.   The weather cooperated and everybody had a great time.  Festival goers were happy that we returned the event outdoors.  The folkloric dances were spectacular.  The music was as good as ever.   The arts and crafts booths were rich with interesting products from Latin America.  The tacos, pupusas and helotes were delicious and the non-profit booths had a very productive day in reaching out to the over 7,000 festival goers.  We have a new partner, Marbles Children’s Museum.  Marbles hosted our Niñolandia fair on the north end of Zocalo (Moore Square) and inside their courtyard.  Over 500 of our Latino families discovered Marbles (insert link to their website) on Fiesta day, giving them access to a great learning experience for children under 12 years of age.

 

NCDOT 2040 Plan

Public Survey Updates

Thanks to your participation, there were approximately 4,153 responses to questions on the future of transportation in North Carolina, with responses coming from areas throughout the state. The information gathered from the first survey has allowed us to revise the report on the challenges and opportunities for North Carolina’s transportation future.

Please click here for the second survey and for more info

http://ncdot.gov/performance/reform/2040Plan

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SPARKcon September 15 - 18, 2011

 

SPARKcon celebrates creativity in the NC Triangle. For 4 days, Raleigh's Fayetteville St, public spaces, clubs and stages will be filled with art, music, dance, film, fashion, design and more.

SPARKcon showcases local cultural richness through an open-source approach to collaboration and cross pollination. It's completely grass-roots and by the people for the people!

SPARKcon is a program of
Visual Art Exchange.

For more information about the event visit: www.sparkcon.com

 

 

Binational Health Week in Raleigh

 

The Bi-national Health Week (BHW) is one of the largest mobilization efforts of federal and state government agencies and community-based organizations, whose purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the underserved Latino population living in the United States and Canada.  The events are coordinated by networks forged among agencies and community organizations with the purpose of reaching the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people, especially those without medical coverage.  This year, the eleventh BHW will take place October 1 through 8, 2011. Additionally, during BHW, national campaigns will be implemented to promote awareness among the underserved Latino community.  There will be about 40 health agencies that will participate in the BHW in North Carolina and South Carolina this year. The opening will take place in Bluffton, SC on October 1st and the closing will take place with a Health Fair at the Consulate General of Mexico in Raleigh, NC on October 8th.  Additionally, during October 1-8, there will be health activities taking place at the facilities of the Consulate General of Mexico in Raleigh.  For more information about this huge Health Event, please call the Ventanilla de Salud at 919 932 0069.