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4 Unexpected Places to Learn More About Latino Culture in the US
Text: Julie Schwietert Collazo Photos: Francisco Collazo, unless otherwise noted ** Miami, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles. These are a few of the obvious places where you can experience Latino culture in the United States; after all, they’re among the cities that have the largest Hispanic populations in this country. In any of these urban … Continue reading
10 Things to Know About Sikh Culture
Text: Julie Schwietert Collazo Photos: Francisco Collazo ** There’s so much to learn and know about our big, beautiful world and all its people. Sometimes, you’re so busy learning, that you’re not even aware about certain gaps in your knowledge until something calls your attention to those gaps. Unfortunately, sometimes that “something” is terrible. Such … Continue reading
Grand Dominican Day Parade/La Gran Parada Dominicana
Text & Photos: Francisco Collazo [vease abajo para la version en espanol] *** Lots of rain and few people, but the 30th anniversary of the Dominican Day Parade went on as planned yesterday. The parade marks the beginning of celebrations to honor Dominicans’ presence in the United States, and to acknowledge the steady growth of … Continue reading
The Weavers of Teotitlan/Tejedores de Teotitlan
Text: Francisco Collazo Photos & Translation: Julie Schwietert Collazo [vease abajo para la version en espanol] During our stay in Oaxaca, we meet a family of rug weavers from Teotitlan. They approach us in a curious manner, offering their wares. First, they offer an introductory price and then lower the quote without determining whether we’re … Continue reading
