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Upcoming Event Hispanic Heritage Month

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ORGANIZATION: Ultimate Restoration Unlimited, URU Inc.

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The purpose and vision behind organizing a celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month in our community. This celebration is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the rich cultural heritage, history, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino community.

Purpose of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration:

  1. Cultural Awareness and Appreciation: The primary aim is to raise awareness and appreciation of Hispanic and Latino cultures. By showcasing diverse traditions, music, art, and cuisine, we hope to educate the broader community about the rich cultural heritage that shapes our society.
  2. Celebrating Contributions: Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to highlight the significant contributions of Hispanic and Latino individuals in various fields such as arts, science, politics, education, and business. Celebrating these achievements inspires pride and recognition within the community.
  3. Fostering Unity and Inclusivity: The event aims to bring people of all backgrounds together, fostering a sense of unity and inclusivity. By celebrating together, we can build stronger connections and promote mutual respect and understanding among different cultural groups.
  4. Empowering the Community: Through various activities and programs, we aim to empower the Hispanic and Latino community by providing platforms for local artists, entrepreneurs, and leaders to share their stories, talents, and experiences. This empowerment can inspire future generations to pursue their dreams and make meaningful contributions to society.
  5. Educational Opportunities: The celebration will include educational workshops and panels discussing the history, challenges, and future of the Hispanic and Latino community. These sessions will provide valuable insights and foster a deeper understanding of the cultural and social issues faced by the community.
  • Cultural Performances: Featuring traditional music, dance, and theater performances by local artists.
  • Art Exhibitions: Showcasing artworks by Hispanic and Latino artists.
  • Food Festival: Offering a variety of traditional Hispanic and Latino dishes from local vendors.
  • Educational Workshops: Conducting workshops on Hispanic history, literature, and contributions to society.
  • Panel Discussions: Hosting panels with community leaders and scholars discussing contemporary issues and future directions.
  • Children’s Activities: Organizing storytelling sessions, crafts, and games to engage young attendees.

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About Ultimate Restoration Unlimited, URU Inc.

Location:

2820 S. Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90007, US

Mission Statement

URU is a Community Resource Center that facilitates resources and manages Community Service Projects in the South Los Angeles area since 2014. Our projects aim to increase civic engagements, community service awareness and showing proud representation in the community.

Description

Our programs have cleaned and maintained our residential streets in South LA since 2014. Making us #1 for Blight Reduction team. URU is recognized by the City Council in these endeavors, and has been awarded twice by the Mayor’s CleanStreets Challenge in 2016 and 2017. We have established partnering relationships with City Officials and Municipal Leaders around Los Angeles County. With these connections we aim to improve the spirit of our community by pushing policies for our neighborhoods. URU is actively focusing on transforming South Central communities into live, active and more blight-ridden areas. These areas will create a better quality of life for the stakeholders of the communities. Our Blight Patrol is designed to proactively clean and maintain the residential areas, report and track City’s progress for the responsibility of their departments.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Community
Environment
Arts & Culture, Community, Environment

WHEN

Sat Sep 28, 2024
12:00 PM - 03:00 PM

WHERE

4712 South Vermont AvenueLos Angeles, CA 90037

(34.000103,-118.29128)
 

SKILLS

  • Music Arts
  • Dance
  • Painting
  • Community Outreach
  • Sewing
  • People Skills

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
  • Must be at least 18
  • 3hous
  • Please dress comfortably, with no open-toe shoes, shirts will be provided.

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