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2023

José C. Feliciano Awarded Cleveland Heritage Medal

The Cleveland Heritage Medal is bestowed upon individuals whose significant contributions through leadership, collaboration and service have left an indelible mark on all spheres of the Cleveland community. But for these extraordinary men and women, the magnificent story and history of Cleveland would not be what it is today. In a ceremony on Thursday, November 16, 2023 in the Cleveland City Hall Rotunda, José Feliciano, Sr. was the well-deserved recipient of this prestigious honor.

José Feliciano and family

José Feliciano and family


See more of José C. Feliciano being awarded the Cleveland Heritage Medal


Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Ceremony in the Cleveland City Hall Rotunda

The City of Cleveland brought Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 to an end in a big way with an event in the Rotunda of City Hall on October 13, 2023. Raul Hernandez Brito served as the MC. Rafael is also known affectionately as Rafa El Alcalde - The Mayor. He has been the Spanish voice of numerous professional sporting events and became the Spanish voice of the Cleveland Cavaliers two years ago.

Raul Hernandez Brito and Chris Martinez

Raul Hernandez Brito and Christopher Martinez

There were awards, cultural performances, a keynote by Dr. Shogi McLean and great food and music.

Grupo Folclorico Dominicano at Cleveland City Hall


Lots of photos and video from the Hispanic Heritage Closing Ceremony


La Sagrada Familia Food Event for Hispanic Heritage Month in Cleveland

The City of Cleveland had many events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 2023. This was a culinary competition and food tasting at La Sagrada Familia Church at 7719 Detroit Ave. in Cleveland.

Cleveland Hispanic Liaison Christopher Martinez was the MC.

Chris Martinez with Hispanic Heritage banner

Christopher Martinez


Lots of photos and a video from the Hispanic Food Event


Hispanic Heritage Month Opening Ceremony in the Cleveland City Hall Rotunda

The City of Cleveland kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 with an event in the Rotunda of City Hall on September 15, 2023. There were awards, cultural performances, a keynote by Victor Ruiz and great food and music.

Angela Woodson, Jose Gonzalez and Chris Martinez

Angela Woodson, Jose Gonzalez and Chris Martinez


Lots of photos and video from the Hispanic Heritage Opening Ceremony


Pleibol at League Park

Pleibol is a fundraising weekend filled with games, food, and festive celebrations. This event pays tribute to the profound impact of Black and Latino individuals on the world of baseball. Pleibol spans three days leading up to Hispanic-Latino Heritage Month; A Gala Dinner Friday Night, Community Games on Saturday and The Tournament on Sunday. The goal is to honor the rich history of minorities in baseball while raising funds for two deserving organizations, Julia De Burgos Cultural Arts Center and Baseball Heritage Museum.

Carlos Baerga and Julia de Burgos dancers

Carlos Baerga and Julia de Burgos dancers at Pleibol


Photos and videos of Pleibol at historic League Park


Dominican Flag Raising over Cleveland City Hall

On August 18, 2023 in Cleveland, members of the Dominican community gathered on the steps of Cleveland City Hall for a ceremony and then the raising of the flag of the Dominican Republic above the building. This was the first time the Dominican flag flew over City Hall.

Dominican community on steps of Cleveland City Hall

Dominican community on steps of Cleveland City Hall

Girls from Dominican community on steps of Cleveland City Hall


See more pictures and video from the Dominican Flag Raising


2023 Puerto Rican Parade and Festival

The annual Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade was held Sunday August 6, 2023. The Parade was put on by the Hispanic Police Officers' Association (HPOA) which has been proudly serving it's members and the greater Cleveland community since it was founded in 1986.

The 2022 Parade Honorees were:

  • Jaime Garay, Grand Marshal
  • Irwin Caraballo, Padrino
  • Mary Malavé, Madrina
  • Alivia Alicea, Miss Teen Puerto Rico 2023

Parade Madrina Mary Malavé

Puerto Rican Day Parade 2023 in Cleveland - pictures and video

Puerto Rican Day Parade 2023 in Cleveland - Page 2

Puerto Rican Festival 2023 - pictures and video

Carlos Baerga at Cleveland Puerto Rican Festival

Cleveland Indians great Carlos Baerga


Cool cars (and bikes) at the Puerto Rican Day Parade

Cleveland Puerto Rican Day 2023 Photo Page - Recognize anyone?

Girls at Puerto Rican Festival



Good Friday Procession: St Michael the Archangel Church, St. Colman Church, La Sagrada Familia

A procession covered 3 churches in Cleveland on Good Friday 2023. It began in the mostly Puerto Rican St. Michael the Archangel Church at Scranton and Clark in Cleveland. Bishop Edward Malesic offered a welcome and prayer and then led the procession with other priests, men carrying a large statue of the body of Jesus, ladies carrying a statue of the Sorrowful Mother, a man dressed as Jesus carrying a cross, Roman Centurions, Saint Veronica and more. They marched through the neighborhoods to St. Colman Church where they processed in for a service. The final stop was at La Sagrada Familia Church on Detroit.

Good Friday Procession at St. Michael the Archangel Church in Cleveland

Good Friday Procession


Video and photos of the Good Friday Procession


Carpets of Holy Week - Alfombras de Semana Santa

The gymnasium at La Sagrada Familia Parish on Cleveland's West Side, was filled with dozens of colorful, sawdust carpets, known as the Carpets of Holy Week. In Spanish, they are called Alfombras de Semana Santa. The handiwork was done by individuals, families, parish organizations, nonprofits and other groups.

Carpets of Holy Week, Alfombras de Semana Santa at La Sagrada Familia


See photos and a video of the Carpets of Holy Week


2022

Latino Affairs Commission 2021 Annual Report

You can download and read the 2021 Annual Report for the Latino Affairs Commission. Their team is committed to innovate, adjust, and institute new ways to accomplish our mandates to advise the Governor and Legislature on issues affecting Latinos, to connect Latino and Latino serving organizations across the state, and to build the capacity of Latino leaders and grassroots organizations. https://ochla.ohio.gov/static/2021%20Annual%20Report_Latino%20Affairs%20Commission.pdf


José C. Feliciano receives honorary degree from Tri-C

Born in Yauco, Puerto Rico, and raised on Cleveland's near west side, Feliciano became the city's first major Hispanic public official when he was appointed chief prosecutor in 1980. Deeply committed to advancing Cleveland's Hispanic community, Feliciano founded the Hispanic Roundtable, the Hispanic Leadership Development Program, the Hispanic Community Forum and the Ohio Hispanic Bar Association.

He was a pioneer in many areas as seen in his bio when he was inducted into the Cleveland International Hall of Fame.

Congratulations José

José Feliciano honorary degree from Tri-C

José Feliciano receives honorary degree from Tri-C

José Feliciano honorary degree from Tri-C



2020

According to Wikipedia, Hispanic Americans are Americans of origins in Hispanic countries of Latin America or in Spain. This encompasses distinct sub-groups by national origin and race, and there is much diversity of race and ancestry within national origin groups as well.

In Cleveland, Puerto Ricans make up the largest part of the local Spanish-speaking population but there are growing communities from Mexico, Peru, Guatemala, Colombia and other countries.

National Hispanic Heritage Month was first established as a week-long celebration by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968. It was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15.

September 15th is the day of independence for five Latin American countries: El Salvador, Costa Rica, Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico, Chile and Belize celebrate their independence days on September 16, September 18, and September 21 respectively.

Sometimes it is difficult to know the appropriate terms to use. I have asked friends of various heritages for their input and also relied on Wikipedia and other online sources. This is what I have found (posted 9-2020). The term Latino refers to people in the United States with cultural ties to Latin America. Latino usually includes Brazil. Usage of Latino is tied to the United States. Residents of Central and South American countries usually refer to themselves by national origin, rarely as Latino.

The term Hispanic usually does not include Brazil but Hispanic does include Spaniards, whereas Latino does not. Some have an issue with the masculine world Latino (as opposed to the feminine form Latina) so around 2004 the term Latinx started being used as a gender neutral variation.

The United States Census uses the ethnonym Hispanic or Latino to refer to "a person of Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin regardless of race". According to a study by the Pew Research Center, the majority (51%) of Hispanic and Latino Americans prefer to identify with their families' country of origin, while only 24% prefer the term Hispanic or Latino. U.S. official use of the term "Hispanic" has its origins in the 1970 census. The US Government said in 1997 "Because regional usage of the terms differs – Hispanic is commonly used in the eastern portion of the United States, whereas Latino is commonly used in the western portion."

You may also hear the term Chicano (or Chicana) used to describe people of Mexican descent born in the United States. My Mexican friends have told me that it is mostly a western (California) term that was made popular by a 1970’s sitcom called Chico and the Man starring Freddie Prinze who was half Mexican and half Puerto Rican. I have never heard someone in NE Ohio use the term Chicano.

Our Chilean Ambassador Marcia Moreno prefers Chilena (or Chilean) with Latina as second.

Eduardo Romero prefers American-Peruvian followed by Latino then Hispanic.

Hall of Fame inductee Jose Feliciano (Puerto Rican) says he personally prefers Hispanic. He adds “I, however, now see Hispanic/Latinx used frequently, covering the waterfront as Hispanic appealing to the older generation and Latinx to the younger.”

Letitia Lopez (Puerto Rican) personally uses Latina but says Hispanic works too. She is not a fan of Latinx.

Melissa Rojas (Costa Rica) prefers Latina.

Isabel Galvez was born in Lima so prefers Peruvian. She says if she has to give a regional term, South American, Latin American, or if this is in Spanish, Latina. She adds “However, if for some specific reason, it is important to infer that I have dual citizenship, because I am also a US Citizen, you can say Peruvian American, but I was born in Lima, Peru.”

Our Mexican Ambassador Andrea Villalon uses Hispanic and Mari Galindo prefers Mexican American.

We have learned that people are very willing to share their heritage and culture so it’s always respectful to ask if there is a preferred term.


2019

51st Annual Puerto Rican Parade

The 51st annual Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade was held Sunday August 4th. The Parade was put on by the Hispanic Police Officers' Association (HPOA) which has been proudly serving it's members and the greater Cleveland community since it was founded in 1986.

The 2019 Parade Honorees were:

  • Olga Rosado, Grand Marshal
  • Ruben Estremera, Padrino
  • Lisa Roman, Madrina
  • Nayseth González, Miss Teen Puerto Rico 2019

2019 Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade girl


See photos and videos of the Puerto Rican Parade


51st Annual Puerto Rican Festival

After the 2019 Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade, the crowds gathered at Roberto Clemente Park for a Festival with music, food, camaraderie and dignitaries.

Ruben Estremera, Padrino

Ruben Estremera, Padrino


See photos and videos of the 2019 Cleveland Puerto Rican Festival


Baseball Diversity (Latino, Women, etc.) Exhibit at Cleveland All-Star Game

Major League Baseball presented Play Ball Park at the 2019 All-Star Game in Cleveland. Here is a look at an exhibit showcasing the diversity of Baseball. First the international game - London, Mexico, Tokyo. Then Hispanic legends like Roberto Clemente and the Latino Legacy and also Women in baseball.




2018

Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead)

The annual “Day of the Dead” honors the memory of those who have passed and is a treasured holiday in Mexico and throughout Latin America. Activities included indoor and outdoor altar and art installations, Latin food, live music, performances, and a colorful “Skulls & Skeletons” procession.

Girl ready for the Skulls and Skeletons procession on Day of the Dead in Cleveland

Ready for the Skulls and Skeletons procession


The city of Cleveland celebrated Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with a vibrant cultural celebration for the whole family centered around 62nd and Detroit.

Getting ready for the Skulls and Skeletons procession on Day of the Dead in Cleveland

See more from the 2018 Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead)


Mexican community at International Cleveland Community Day

International Cleveland Community Day at the Cleveland Museum of Art is a celebration of the rich diversity of our region’s multiethnic communities, featuring traditional music and dance performances, cultural displays, and ingallery experiences. During this vibrant afternoon, visitors enjoyed presentations from more than 50 community groups expressing the continued vitality of the global cultures and arts that enliven our city.

The Mexican community was well represented banners, information tables and a performance by Comite Mexicano.

Mexican dance by Comite Mexicano

Mexican dance by Comite Mexicano

Hispanic Alliance table

Hispanic Alliance table at the Art Museum


More photos and videos of the Mexican community in the Art Museum


50th Annual Puerto Rican Parade

According to the Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade website "A parade celebration of Puerto Rican arts and culture has been observed by Cleveland's Puerto Ricans each summer since the late 60s. Its purpose has been to bring together the city's residents and to educate the community-at-large about the rich Puerto Rican culture. As we celebrate 50 years of history, we welcome the next organizers, Hispanic Police Officers' Association, and look forward to a gleaming future for this event.

Ivan Papo Ruiz, Padrino and Selina Pagan, Madrina at 2018 Puerto Rican Parade in Cleveland

Ivan "Papo" Ruiz, Padrino and Selina Pagan, Madrina of the Parade


The Puerto Rican Parade of Greater Cleveland carries a strong history of cultural awareness, pride, and education, led by a resilient community who's love for their homeland, spirit of freedom, justice, and unity have never waivered. After 50 years, when the Parade's founders first celebrated their Puerto Rican heritage in the City of Cleveland, we proudly continue this legacy."

See photos and videos of the 2108 Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade


50th Annual Puerto Rican Festival

After the 2018 Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade, the crowds gathered at Roberto Clemente Park for a Festival with music, food, camaraderie and dignitaries.

Officer Emmanuel Velez and 2018 Miss Puerto Rican Image Nayeli Claudio and  Runnerup Aleishka Marrero

Officer Emmanuel Velez and 2018 Miss Puerto Rican Image Nayeli Claudio
and Runnerup Aleishka Marrero


See photos and videos of the 2108 Cleveland Puerto Rican Festival


2017

Cleveland Indians Hispanic Heritage Night

The Cleveland Indians hosted Hispanic Heritage Night on Friday, Sept. 15 at Progressive Field as part of Major League Baseball’s broader Hispanic Heritage Month efforts. The Tribe played host to a large group of Hispanic fans at Progressive Field that evening, plus a DJ played the club’s players’ favorite Latin music throughout the game.

The Tribe’s 40-man roster includes 13 players of Hispanic descent, including fan favorites Francisco Lindor, Jose Ramírez, Carlos Carrasco, Edwin Encarnación and more. On Opening Day, 235 players -- almost 30 percent of the league -- were of Latino descent and in a recent ESPN poll, more than 60 percent of Hispanic people living in the U.S. consider themselves fans of Major League Baseball.

Francisco Lindor

Francisco Lindor


See more from Progressive Field and the league’s “Ponle Acento” campaign


2016

Convención Hispana 2016

Every 3 years Convencion Hispana is put on in Cleveland by the Hispanic Roundtable. The 2016 Convencion was held at Max Hayes High School on West 65th Street. This free assembly provided education, empowerment, health and workforce development resources for Northeast Ohio's Latino community.

One highlight of the Convencion was the discussion led by Hispanic Roundtable president Jose Feliciano with Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson and Cuyahoga County executive Armond Budish.

Jose Feliciano and Cleveland Fire Chief Angelo Calvillo

Jose Feliciano and Cleveland Fire Chief Angelo Calvillo


Photos and Videos from Convención Hispana 2016


Rita Moreno in Cleveland

The legendary Rita Moreno came to Cleveland to be the keynote speaker at the 2016 Convencion Hispana. The evening before she was a guest at a preview reception at Baker Hostetler where Hispanic Roundtable president Jose Feliciano practices law.

Rita Moreno is a Puerto Rican-American actress and singer. Her career has spanned over 70 years; among her notable acting work are supporting roles in the musical films The King and I and West Side Story, as well as a 1971–77 stint on the children's television series The Electric Company, and a supporting role on the 1997-2003 TV drama Oz.

Rita Moreno and Jose Feliciano

Rita Moreno and Jose Feliciano


See more from Rita Moreno in Cleveland


Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Cleveland City Hall

Judge José A. Villanueva and José C. Feliciano were honored at Cleveland City Hall at the kickoff event to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month .

José A. Villanueva and José C. Feliciano

José A. Villanueva and José C. Feliciano


Both men have been inducted into the Cleveland International Hall of Fame.

José Feliciano with grandson Ciarán and dancers from Mexico

José Feliciano with grandson Ciarán and dancers from Mexico

Mayor Frank Jackson with José Feliciano with grandson Ciarán

Mayor Frank Jackson with José Feliciano with grandson Ciarán



Hispanic Roundtable Convención Hispana 2016 Kickoff Event

Hispanic Roundtable Chairman Jose Feliciano and Debbie and Dan Hanson of ClevelandPeople.Com invited over 100 leaders of various ethnic communities in Cleveland to a preview event at Moncho's Bar & Grill where he explained the Convención and urged them to inform their communities.

Jose Feliciano at Kickoff event

Jose Feliciano at Kickoff event


Photos from the Convención Hispana 2016 Kickoff Event


2015

Mariachi Band for Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mexican Immigrant Family

A group of Mexican immigrants from Painesville and Polish parishioner met in front of St Casimir Catholic Church in Cleveland to pray for a Miracle from the Polish icon Our Lady of Czestochowah and her Mexican counterpart Our Lady of Guadalupe to keep the family of Carmen Camarillo of Painesville together. Mariachi Santa Cecilia of Painesville performed.

Outside St Casimir Church - Our Lady of Guadalupe

Outside St Casimir Church on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe


See more of the music, Church Service and prayers to keep this family together


Grupo Tepehuani Nelli pre-Hispanic era dances at the Cleveland Museum of Art

Grupo Tepehuani Nelli performed pre-Hispanic era dances in beautiful Mexican Aztec costumes at the Cleveland Museum of Art's International Cleveland Community Day in the Atrium of the museum.

Grupo Tepehuani Nelli performed pre-Hispanic era dances in beautiful Mexican Aztec costumes

Grupo Tepehuani Nelli performer


Photos and videos of Grupo Tepehuani Nelli


Mariachi Band at the Cleveland Museum of Art

Mr Vicente M. Sanchez Ventura and the Mexican Consulate from Detroit sponsored a Mariachi Band to perform at the Cleveland Museum of Art's International Cleveland Community Day in the Atrium of the museum.

Mariachi Band

Santa Cecilia Mariachi Band


Photos and videos of the Mariachi Band


2015 Puerto Rican Day Parade

The 2015 Puerto Rican Parade marched through Downtown Cleveland on August 2, 2015.

Parade Madrina and Padrino

2015 Puerto Rican Parade Madrina and Padrino


3 pages of photos and videos from the Puerto Rican Parade


HOLA Mexican Dancers at Cleveland City Hall

The HOLA Mexican Dancers performed classic Mexican dances at the City of Cleveland's 2015 Cinco de Mayo celebration in the Rotunda of Cleveland City Hall.

HOLA Mexican Dancers

HOLA Mexican Dancers


More photos and videos of the HOLA Mexican Dancers


Cinco de Mayo at Cleveland City Hall

The City of Cleveland celebrates Cinco de Mayo out of respect for its Mexican population specifically but for the Hispanic and broader community as well. A luncheon event was held at Cleveland City Hall on May 5, 2015.

Santa Cecilia Mariachi Band

Santa Cecilia Mariachi Band


See photos, videos and more from Cinco de Mayo 2015 in Cleveland


Honorable José A. Villanueva inducted into Cleveland International Hall of Fame

Honorable José A. Villanueva was inducted into the Cleveland International Hall of Fame on April 29, 2015. Judge Villanueva was born in Utuado, Puerto Rico. Judge Villanueva has served in the General Division of the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas since 1988. His election marked the first time a member of the Hispanic Community achieved elective office in Cuyahoga County. He also became the first Hispanic elected county-wide in the state of Ohio.

Judge Villanueva is a founder of the Ohio Hispanic Bar Association, the Hispanic Community Forum and the Hispanic Roundtable. In 2014 Judge Villanueva was honored by the Ohio Hispanic Bar Association, receiving the organization's first Leadership and Community Service Award.

Honorable José A. Villanueva was inducted by José Feliciano Over 500 people attended the induction ceremony on April 29, 2015 at the Marriott at Key Center.

Honorable José A. Villanueva

Honorable José A. Villanueva


Read more about Judge Villanueva

Learn more about the Cleveland International Hall of Fame


2014

Unaccompanied Children Coalition

When news of the unaccompanied children crossing the US-Mexico border was released, concerned citizens in Cleveland started meeting regularly to see how they could help. They formed the Children's Coalition and their regular meetings led to a community information night. Over 100 people attended the information session at Saigon Plaza at West 54th and Detroit to learn and speak about the Unaccompanied Children and Mothers.

A young mother named Beatrice told her story of how she and her family fled from Mexico because of the threats to her and her family from gangs and criminals. Her husband was even kidnapped. She is now in the US, wearing an ankle bracelet, and checks in with immigration frequently but is not in fear as she was in Mexico.

young mother Beatrice and daughter

Beatrice and daughter

More from the Unaccompanied Children Coalition event


MetroHealth Medical Professionals and the Hispanic Community of Cleveland

A panel of MetroHealth Medical Professionals discussed the health concerns of the Hispanic Community of Greater Cleveland at a special event on Thursday, October 9, 2014 at MetroHealth Medical Center - Rammelkamp Research Center. The forum was sponsored by MetroHealth Medical Center, Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mexican Ministry of Health and LULAC-Cleveland.

For example, Juan del Rincon Jarero, MD of the Department of Endocrinology at MetroHealth Systems, gave some thoughts about cultural differences to improve understanding of the Hispanic/Latino patient.

Juan del Rincon Jarero, MD

Juan del Rincon Jarero, MD

More from the MetroHealth Hispanic Community event


La Cucaracha by Santa Cecilia Mariachi Band

The Santa Cecilia Mariachi Band performed at the annual International Cleveland Community Day at the Cleveland Museum of Art. The band strolled the Atrium before their performance and played the traditional Spanish folk corrido "La Cucaracha" which is Spanish for "The Cockroach". This song became popular in Mexico during the Mexican Revolution.




Cinco de Mayo at Cleveland City Hall

MetroHealth CEO Akram Boutros, MD was the keynote speaker at the City of Cleveland's Cinco de Mayo celebration in the Rotunda of Cleveland City Hall.

He told of the three important themes of Cinco de Mayo and how they relate to Cleveland and to MetroHealth hospital. He said "We are the solution and have collective power."

Special redocgnition awards were given to Pablo Castro III and Lucita Galindo.

Performances were by The Mariachi National Band and the Hola Folkloric Mexican Dance Group from Painesville

Mother and son at Cinco de Mayo

Happy Cinco de Mayo


See photos, videos and more from Cinco de Mayo in Cleveland


2013

Esperanza student art project in Cleveland

Martinez is a comic book artist but also a volunteer for Esperanza in Cleveland, Ohio. He worked with students from Esperanza on an art project that was influenced by the teens interviewing a senior citizen to learn about their lives. Though most of the kids said they couldn't draw, they learned that art is not about drawing.




Convención Hispana Preview Event at Sterle's Country House

When you have an event as important as the Convención Hispana coming up, you need a big kickoff preview. So the Hispanic Roundtable did just that. They invited leaders from the ethnic communities in Cleveland to a preview event at Sterle's.

Convención Hispana will be held on October 19th at St Ignatius High School in Cleveland. The event will feature a keynote speech by the rising star Mayor Julian Castro of San Antonio, TX.

José Feliciano, Chairman of the Hispanic Roundtable, said that the event is held every 3 years and besides the Julian Castro keynote will feature a debate on immigration reform, a job fair, college fair, health screenings and more.

José Feliciano

José Feliciano


See more from the Convención Hispana Preview Event


Esperanza Fiesta of Hope scholarship winner Jacob Rivera

Jacob Rivera was announced as the recipient of the Esperanza and Cleveland State University Scholarship at the annual Esperanza Fiesta of Hope 2013 event.

83 scholarships were awarded to deserving Hispanic students at the event. Felicia Soto, Board president of Esperanza in Cleveland, introduced Jacob who spoke about his family.




Maria Pujana inducted into 2013 Cleveland International Hall of Fame

Maria Pujana was inducted into the Cleveland International Hall of Fame by Len Komoroski, CEO of Cleveland Cavaliers/Quicken Loans Arena on May 8, 2013.

Len Komoroski gives Maria Pujana her Cleveland International Hall of Fame award

Len Komoroski gives Maria Pujana
her Cleveland International Hall of Fame award


Maria Pujana in the Cleveland International Hall of Fame.


Honduras Display at Culture Shock 2013

Tri-C West April 18, 2013

Honduran students represented their culture at the 2013 Culture Shock event which was put on by Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) West and the Parma City School District.

Honduran students

See more from Culture Shock 2013


Tri-C Culture Shock 2013

Tri-C West April 18, 2013. Miss Puerto Rican Image 2012 Aidelis Rivera performed at the 2013 Culture Shock event which was put on by Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) West and the Parma City School District.

Miss Puerto Rican Image 2012 Aidelis Rivera dancing

Aidelis Rivera

See more from the performance by Aidelis Rivera


2012

3rd annual Holiday Celebration of Cleveland's Diversity

The Soulseras dancers performed at the 3rd annual Holiday Celebration of Cleveland's Diversity held in the City Hall Rotunda on December 12, 2012.

Soulseras dancers at Cleveland City Hall

Soulseras dancers at Cleveland City Hall


Soulseras dancers at WIN-NEO event at City Hall


Peruvian Ambassador to the US Harold Forsyth

Wari: Lords of the Ancient Andes exhibit at the Cleveland Museum of Art
November 27, 2012

Heather Hodges, David Franklin, Ambassador Forsyth and Sue Bergh

Heather Hodges, David Franklin,
Ambassador Forsyth and Sue Bergh


Peruvian Ambassador to the US Harold Forsyth


Opening of Ames Family Atrium in Cleveland Museum of Art

Opening of Ames Family Atrium in Cleveland Museum of Art October 28, 2012. Dances from Julia de Borgos dancers.



Salsa Dance by Explosion Divina


Señor de los Milagros de Nazarenas

Procession of the Lord of the Miracles (Señor de los Milagros de Nazarenas) at Iglesia La Sagrada Familia Catholic Church on October 7, 2012

Senor de los Milagros - Lord of the Miracles icon procession

Procession of the Lord of the Miracles (Señor de los Milagros de Nazarenas)


2012 Puerto Rican Parade in Cleveland

August 5, 2012. 4 pages of photos and a video of parade highlights

 Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade 2012 Madrina Lucy Torres

Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade 2012
Madrina Lucy Torres


2012 Puerto Rican Parade in Cleveland August 5, 2012


Young Latino Network "Noche De Guayabera" Fundraiser & Fiesta

Ariel International Center - July 28, 2012

Margarita Rivera and Jairo Cabrera

Margarita Rivera and Jairo Cabrera


Young Latino Network "Noche De Guayabera" Fundraiser & Fiesta


José C. Feliciano inducted into 2012 Cleveland International Hall of Fame

José C. Feliciano was inducted into the Cleveland International Hall of Fame by Alex Machaskee on May 9, 2012.

Jose Feliciano inducted in Cleveland International Hall of Fame


See photos and videos of José Feliciano's induction speech and more.


2011

Hispanic Heritage Month 2011

Kickoff event at Cleveland City Hall

Lucy Torres, Hispanic Liason to the  Mayor with Nano Cabrera, International singer from Puerto Rico and Eduardo Romero, Master of Ceremony

Lucy Torres, Hispanic Liason to the Mayor with
Nano Cabrera, International singer from Puerto Rico
and Eduardo Romero, Master of Ceremony


Hispanic Heritage Month 2011


Cuban Dances at the 2011 Cleveland Oktoberfest

Romantic dance Ritmo Y Raza Dance Co dancers at the Cleveland Oktoberfest.



Cubans in Cleveland


Luis Martinez inducted into 2011 Cleveland International Hall of Fame

Luis Martinez was inducted into the Cleveland International Hall of Fame by Andres Gonzalez on May 11, 2011.

Andres Gonzalez with Hall of Fame inductee Luis Martinez

Andres Gonzalez with Hall of Fame inductee Luis Martinez


See photos and video of Luis, Andres and others from the Hall of Fame


WIN Cleveland International Art Show & Bazaar

Peruvian Cultural Dance and more

Peruvian dancers

Norka Yakobics, Linda Vega Jadira Yacila and Marcia Salas Ayerve

Peruvian Cultural Dance at WIN Cleveland


Cinco de Mayo celebration at Cleveland City Hall

Keynote address by Mexican Consul Vincente Sanchez-Ventura on May 5, 2011

Mexican Consul Vincente Sanchez-Ventura

Mexican Consul Vincente Sanchez-Ventura

Cinco de Mayo celebration at Cleveland City Hall


2010

21st annual International Folk Festival

Puerto Rican music and dancing from Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center at 21st annual International Folk Festival

Puerto Rican music and dancing from
Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center


More from the 21st annual International Folk Festival


Esperanza's 20th Fiesta of Hope

Windows on the River - June 25, 2010

Dr. Andres Gonzalez giving Esperanza keynote

Andres Gonzalez giving keynote address


Esperanza's 20th Fiesta of Hope


2010 International Continental Cup


July 1-4, 2010 at John Carroll University

Young Puerto Rican athletes march into the JCU Don Shula stadium

Puerto Rican athletes march into the JCU Don Shula stadium


Young Hispanic athletes at the 2010 International Continental Cup


2009 and before

2009 Latino Fest at Cleveland Muny Lot - July 17-19, 2009

Laurie Martinez and Francis Cintron of the Spanish American Committee

Laurie Martinez and Francis Cintron
of the Spanish American Committee


2009 Latino Fest at Cleveland Muny Lot


41st Annual Puerto Rican Parade - July 19, 2009

Grand Marshall of Puerto Rican 2009 parade

Grand Marshall of 2009 Puerto Rican parade


41st Annual Puerto Rican Parade


Organizations and Resources for Hispanics in Cleveland



Esperanza, Inc.
To enhance educational and economic opportunities for Hispanic Americans

Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center
The Julia De Burgos Cultural Arts Center is dedicated to preserving and sharing the Puerto Rican and Caribbean traditions through the teaching and practice of the visual, performing, & literary arts.



Map of the world showing where Spanish is spoken

The dark blue represents countries where Spanish has official status. The light blue is where Spanish is spoken without official recognition.


Submit your Cleveland Hispanic organizations and resources.

Profiles of Hispanics in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio

Emmanuel Carreira SJ, PhD
Renaissance Man of Philosophy and Light

Maria Pujana
Realistic Optimist who combines her passions for Art and Science


If you know of a Cleveland Hispanic person who should be profiled,
please let us know.
ClevelandPeople.Com - Hispanic Ambassadors

José C. Feliciano
José C. Feliciano

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