HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH EVENTS

9/30/20 6:00PM Latino Wisconsin-The Producers Perspective (Chapter 3 & 4)

Hosted by: Milwaukee PBS

The Producers Perspective, Chapter 3 & 4 *doors to virtual theater will open at 5:00 pm. Last week's recorded program will air prior to the 6:00 pm show in case you missed it!) Watch along with the producers of Latino Wisconsin, then join in on a panel discussion of the first two chapters of this documentary. Be sure to return and join us on September 30 and October 7 for the remaining chapters. Click here for more information.

10/1/20 9:00AM-8:00PM Reynaldo Hernandez: 50 Years of Art & Cultural Diversity

Hosted by: Latino Arts, Inc.

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of art by Milwaukee's very own Reynaldo Hernandez. Latino Arts, Inc. is proud to exhibit a retrospective of his indelible contributions to the arts echo system in Milwaukee and beyond. Mr. Hernandez is responsible for many of Milwaukee's iconic murals that go beyond being public art and have been adopted as part of our cityscape an identity. As murals enjoy a renaissance in Milwaukee, we are thrilled to exhibit Mr. Hernandez's work, as his murals have been a part of our communities for many years. We celebrate and thank him for his long trajectory as an artist and his many murals that have inspired so many of us and will continue to inspire many more for years to come. Suggested Donation is $1. Click here for more information.

10/5/20 12:00PM Health Disparities, Latinos and COVID-19

Hosted by: MATC & Hispanic Collaborative

Join us for a discussion on the Health impact during COVID-19 on our local Latino populations. We will share statistics and insights as to why Latinos are leading the numbers nationally, statewide and locally. What do the statistics show differently about Latinos and why is that? Based on how Latinos currently use or don’t use health care, how is that impacting the current situation? Are there short and long term needs and strategies that the health care system needs to tackle to effectively address health disparities? Is there something that the community can do or approach differently to help our own situation? Click here to register.

10/7/20 6:00PM Latino Wisconsin-The Producers Perspective (Chapter 5)

Hosted by: Milwaukee PBS

Watch along with the producers of Latino Wisconsin, then join in on a panel discussion of the first two chapters of this documentary. Click here for more information.

10/8/20 12:00PM Latino Owned Businesses, COVID-19 and What We Learned (MATC Co-host)

Hosted by: MATC & Hispanic Collaborative

Latino businesses have been hit during COVID-19 and this timeframe have shown light on opportunities for technical assistance and supporting Latino entrepreneur’s skills in order to strengthen the sector. You will hear first-hand experiences of helping Latino businesses prepare to apply/participate in grant assistance programs and what was learned in that process. We will discuss the specific digital challenges that this pandemic has placed on our businesses and how important is it that we fix this. We will also discuss the outreach needed to increase the use and participation in assistance programs and working together to achieve that. Click here to register.

10/13/20 5:30PM Hora Feliz

Hosted by: HPGM, Mexican Fiesta, Roberto Hernandez Center, Hispanic Collaborative

Join us for an Hora Feliz with music, lotería (traditional Mexican card game), Latino trivia with great prizes- and "El Grito" Contest! We hope you'll tune in for the virtual fiesta and enjoy the fun festivities in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Co-hosted with HPGM, the Roberto Hernandez Center and Mexican Fiesta. Click here to register.

10/14/20 10:00AM (English) & 5:00PM (Espanol) Special Event

Hosted by: Associated Bank's Cultural Awareness Colleague Resource Group

Do you have a business? Or are you looking to start a business?

Need help getting your business off the ground, or keeping the one you already have running smoothly?

Join us for a free virtual session that’s full of useful tips. Experts from established companies will cover the “must-haves” of success, from the paperwork of getting started, to information about bank accounts, lending, card processing and payroll resources.

Afterwards, you can stay for a one-on-one experience that includes a no-cost financial review and analysis of your unique business situation. RSVP today to join this valuable virtual workshop!

How to register: Please call Ricardo Ayala at 414-902-2794 or email him at Ricardo.Ayala@AssociatedBank.com

Everyone attending the session will have the chance of winning either a signed Christian Yelich jersey or a signed Randall Cobb mini helmet.

10/15/20 9:00AM Community Research Project Briefing

Hosted by: HPGM, Mexican Fiesta, Roberto Hernandez Center, Hispanic Collaborative

The Community Research Project Briefing will share the first round of data from the series of on-going surveys through December 2020 to assess the economic impact of COVID-19 on our local Latino community- on individuals, families, and businesses- within Milwaukee County, and in zip codes 53204 and 53215. The information will help inform resources needed for recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. Click here to register.