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Cafecito Caliente Announces Running La Vida Loca Virtual 5k in Support of the MSU Migrant Camp Program

UPDATE: CAFECITO RAISED $3,453.00 WHICH WE SENT TO THE MSU CAMP PROGRAM ON OCTOBER 22, 2020.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15, 2020 – October 15, 2020 by Running La Vida Loca 5k Virtual Walk/Run! We would have preferred to have held it live with other people as we all know WE MISS PEOPLE! Stay healthy, stay familia, and most importantly stay safe anywhere you choose to run. Or walk. Or however you choose to Run La Vida Loca!

The race takes place wherever you would like to run or walk, in the comfort of your own home on a treadmill or outside. Please follow your local COVID-19 guidelines. How a Virtual Race works: Run or walk 3.1 miles (5k) anytime between September 15th – October 15th. Get the whole family involved! Let us know when you have completed the run and receive the absolutely stunning shirt and medal. Tell your friends and family and run together socially distancing of course. The medal is unlike one you have seen before and the glitter added to it will make you proud to display on social media!

As is the custom with Cafecito Caliente we would like to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month kicking it off with a 5k Run. In the United States we recognize the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States beginning September 15th. Cafecito Caliente has been hosting events since 2010 and we look forward to Running La Vida Loca!

For each Cafecito event, we choose an Organization to help support. For this event, we chose the Michigan State University College Assistance Migrant Program (MSU CAMP) which is celebrating 20 years in 2020! Hit the “Donate” button and 100% of all donations will go to MSU CAMP! Also Cafecito will be donating 100% of the profits to MSU CAMP.

Funded by the U.S. Department of Education and initiated in 2000, the MSU CAMP Program is an educational program that offers individuals with migrant or seasonal farm work backgrounds, a unique opportunity to begin an undergraduate program at MSU. This program assists these students with academic, social, and financial support to enable them to complete their first year of college. To sign up follow the link:

https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/EastLansing/RunningLaVidaLoca

July 24, 2020 0 comment

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Cafecito Asked to Help Distribute 400 Grants to Small Businesses and Non-Profits Worth $5.5 Million Through LEAP

written by seinpaul65

The Lansing Economic Area Partnership will be giving away about 400 grants worth 5.5 million dollars in September to businesses, non profits (this includes Churches) and sole proprietorships worth $10,000 to $20,000 each.Cafecito Caliente was asked to help identify those that might be eligible and to help guide them in the application process. If your business was affected by Covid 19 and needs help paying rent, utilities payroll etc. and have less than 50 employees, you are probably eligible to apply.

Cafecito Caliente was asked to help identify those that might be eligible and to help guide them in the application process. If your business was affected by Covid 19 and needs help paying rent, utilities payroll etc. and have less than 50 employees, you are probably eligible to apply.

Together with LEAP there are 10 organizations including Cafecito, that spent time developing the application and review process and we will be scoring the applications. The scoring criteria is on the LEAP website and the deadline to apply is August 5, 2020. 30% of the funding MUST go to minorities, veterans and women. Quite a few non profits will be chosen as well. Its estimated that 1 in 6 applicants will receive an award.

Cafecito is available to help anyone, either by phone call, Zoom meeting or stopping in at your place of business until midnight August 5, 2020, day or night. Please don’t hesitate to ask us for help day or night. I UNDERSTAND THE SCORING CRITERIA. So many times as minorities and small businesses we believe we don’t have a chance at grants or loans yet this time we have a voice. Let me know if Cafecito Caliente can help!

Email us at seinpaul65@gmail.com

Here is the link to for the Grants: https://www.purelansing.com/businessrelief?fbclid=IwAR0VPnTM-k9bI8eGA3I0AeY3Mo23a9qO03UEhEMoW6ob5UIzEEJlsLsmZFQ

July 23, 2020 0 comment

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Canceled – Latino Day With The Lugnuts

written by seinpaul65

Latino Day with the Lugnuts will be Sunday, August 9, 2020 with a concert starting us off in front of the stadium at 11am. Last year we sold about 500 tickets and had a day filled with memories, tears and emotions.

Kicking off the day will be (Tejano band name to be released at a later date) beginning at 11am to about 1:00pm. There will be folkloric dancers, Tejano music, an event shirt for purchase and a great crowd with family and friends.

For the previous eight years, people have bought between 300-500 tickets, 200 event shirts and well, sometimes they even watch the game. Mark the date and plan on joining us for a great family experience!

Last year was truly amazing. Check back on the Cafecito website and social media pages for updates on entertainment and shirt design. For more information and sponsorship opportunities, please email seinpaul65@gmail.com

June 8, 2020 0 comment

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Cafecito Networking Night Offered Plenty Of New Contacts And Info

written by seinpaul65

Cafecito Networking Nights began the first of four editions for 2020, Monday, February 9th with a great turnout and several new faces that we hope to see from time to time in the Greater Lansing community.

About 30 people gathered at El Azteco West for an evening of learning some of the “who is who” in the Latino community along with what’s happening. We were introduced to a new organization called Capital Area National Association of Hispanic Nurses by Debbie Moreno who is a Registered Nurse at Sparrow Hospital. Many of us look forward to engaging with your organization going forward.

We were joined by Brandon Waddell who is running for Ingham County Circuit Court Judge in November. With Judge Lawless retiring, Ingham County needs a young individual who will serve with justice and compassion but who is also experienced. In my humble opinion, Brandon Waddell is that person. Thanks for spending some time with us Brandon!

We met Iovani Lopez from Astera Credit Union. Keep on eye on this one as he is looking to sincerely become more involved in the community. Perhaps with the developing Business Association. A true professional, one conversation with him and you can seen the passion he has for building relationships.
Carlos Castillo also joined us from Grand Rapids although he works in Lansing. A Veteran Services Specialist at Peckham, he also is looking for ways to connect with organizations and individuals in the community. The term “underserved community” is often used in this world. Carlos serves a community that gave so much, and yet for many, are still searching for their place in life. I look forward to seeing you around Carlos!

Erick Pardo joined us from Shaheen Chevrolet. I met Erick back when there was a Lansing Area Hispanic Business Association as he was big part of the foundation of it. He was “youngin” back then and smoothly fit in with an older generation while building a cornerstone organization for the Hispanic/Latino business community. Today, his wisdom is priceless. Thank you for dropping by Erick!

Casa de Rosado opens National Reading Month this Saturday, March 7th from 1pm to 2pm with a reading of La Frontera. It’s a children’s reading hour followed by a make-n-take craft! Suggested ages 3-8. So much going on at Casa Rosado for all ages. Great idea Theresa Rosado!

Daniel Ferreyra spoke a few words regarding what he does but also the importance of relationships. He showed up at Sundance Chevrolet and was named Salesman of the Month his very first month and that was no surprise to those of us who know him. It was great seeing you Daniel!

One point I would like to make here is that just because you don’t share interests with the people you meet in your day to day life, it doesn’t mean you can’t either provide value to them or vice versa. The connections they have, might even provide you with that one connection that lifts your business to a new level, provides you with a new job, or even better, gives you a life long friend. Networking. It might not be what you believe it to be.

I hope you will join us for the next one as we move to a new location on Monday, May 4, 2020. Much thanks to everyone that dropped by. Cafecito Caliente has had some success with this and without you “showing up” we have nothing.

March 12, 2020 0 comment

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Feldman Chevrolet Returns As Main Sponsor to Cinco de Mayo 5k Run/Walk

written by seinpaul65

General Manager Joe Rodriguez takes a few moments to explain the customer experience at Feldman.

Cafecito Caliente proudly announces Feldman Chevrolet of Lansing, led by Joseph Rodriguez, as its main sponsor for the Cinco de Mayo 5k Run/Walk. The race will be held Saturday, May 2, 2020 which will start and finish in front of Cooley Law School Stadium.

Located in Lansing, MI, Feldman’s Bud Kouts Chevrolet guarantees a hassle free buying experience. With 40 acres of land, holding thousands of new and used vehicles, customers will have no trouble finding a vehicle that fits their needs. As part of the Feldman Automotive team, customers are able to choose from the largest inventory of vehicles in the state of Michigan. To ensure a less stressful car buying experience, Feldman’s Bud Kouts Chevrolet offers The Feldman Advantage, which consists of a 3-day buyback guarantee, a price match protection, and many more amenities.

Another part of the Feldman advantage is access to eight Feldman Service and Collision Centers and their wide array of loaner vehicles. Feldman’s Bud Kouts Chevrolet promises to take care of all you car buying needs!

Many in the Lansing Latino community will often say that compared to Grand Rapids and Saginaw, there really isn’t much for the Latino community and we are the Capitol of Michigan. Much thanks to Joseph Rodriguez for taking a leap of faith in sponsoring Lansing’s very first Cinco de Mayo 5k race in 2019 and again here in 2020!

Feldman of Lansing Website: https://www.feldmanchevyoflansing.com/

Feldman of Lansing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/feldmanchevyoflansing/

February 20, 2020 0 comment

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Cinco de Mayo 5k Run/Walk Set For Saturday, May 2, 2020

written by seinpaul65

Given the current global contingency of, COVID -19, or Coronavirus, and the orders/instructions issued by the federal and state governments for the prevention of COVID19, the sporting, civic and cultural events of our organization Cafecito Caliente, are cancelled until further notice.

The hope is that everything will return to a sense of normalcy and the Cafecito Caliente 5k Run/Walk will still be held Saturday, September 12, 2020 in the Cesar E. Chavez Plaza in Old Town, Lansing, Michigan. Passionate runners are rarely stopped. Rain, wind, snow, cold, or bad knees are merely obstacles for the passionate runner. It is our hope at Cafecito Caliente that nothing like this, will ever get in our way ever again.

We would like to offer a complete refund.

The safety and health of our members, our team, and our entire community are of the utmost priority to us. Therefore, the following event organized by Cafecito Caliente, will be cancelled.
We appreciate your understanding, reiterating our priority commitment to guarantee the safety of each and every one of our participants and the general public.

Sein Paul Benavides
Race Director of the “Cinco de Mayo 5K RunWalk”
Executive Director of Cafecito Caliente

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Cafecito Caliente wishes to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with its 2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo 5k Run/Walk as we will start and finish in front of Cooley Law Stadium home of the Lansing Lugnuts.

The race highlights include starting in front of the stadium, heading down Michigan Ave. turning South onto Museum Dr. to Lansing’s River Trail. We turn around and head North on the River Trail through Rotary Park, almost to Cesar E. Chavez Plaza turning around and heading back South on the River Trail back to Michigan Ave and back in front of the stadium.

Saturday, May 2, 2020 is also the date for the Hispanic Heritage Night at the stadium as the Lansing Lugnut’s bring out the popular Lansing Loco’s jerseys. There will be a festival filled with a live band, food trucks, kids activities and vendors right in front of the stadium beginning at 3:00pm. The 5k begins at 9:00am while the Loco’s take the field at 6:05pm. What can we say but Vamos Locos on Cinco de Mayo!

Cost: Before April 20, 2020: Adults $25 Students $15
After April 20, 2020: Adults $30 Students $20

Entry Fee includes t-shirt, shot glass and custome finisher medal, if preregistered by April 20, 2020.
After April 20, 2020, shirts will be available while supplies last. Shot glass is guaranteed. Shot glasses for those over 21 years only sorry.

Packet pickup will be Friday, May 1, 2020 at Sir Pizza Grand Café in Lansing’s Old Town as well as in the morning of the race at Maguire Park.

Awards; Award to overall male and female and each division winner.
Age divisions: 10 to 15, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70 to 79

To register: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Lansing/CincodeMayo5KLansing

Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/483753025540070/

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Email us at seinpaul65@gmail.com

January 7, 2020 0 comment

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Cafecito Networking Nights return in March 2020

written by seinpaul65

This will be the first of our four Networking Nights in 2020.

As always, these Networking Nights are free and open to anyone. Please feel free to bring brochures and business cards.

Who: Anyone interested in the Latino Community

Why: The Latino community needs a way to connect with other Latinos and resources from the Mid-Michigan community from the non Latino community

Mission: To educate, nurture and build the Latino community by building relationships that enhance our personal and professional lives.

Come introduce your business, your profession or build some new contacts while finding out what is happening in the Latino community. Cafecito hopes to bring those together who want to connect.

MORE DETAILS TO COME!

January 7, 2020 0 comment

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Cafecito Caliente 5k Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month

written by seinpaul65

The 2nd Annual Cafecito Caliente 5k was held Saturday, September 14, 2019 on a beautiful morning for a run. Starting in the Cesar E. Chavez Plaza in Old Town, the run stayed on the River Trail going south to the 496 Expressway, turned around with the finish back at the Plaza. The run was highlighted by going through the newly finished Rotary Park complete with a sandy beach and some pan dulce (sweet Mexican bread) at the finish line.

Much thanks to Feldman Chevrolet led by Joseph Rodriguez and his team who not only sponsored the run, but sent 5 of their staff to take part. Much of what Cafecito is about is family and showing up in each others lives. Feldman Chevrolet has been all over the city whether it be involved at Herofest at the Cooley Law Stadium, helping Footprints of Michigan with their golf outing and a collection drive for winter boots, Lansing Firefighter All-Stars vs. Detroit Lion Legends or Cafecito’s Cinco de Mayo 5k. One look at the Feldman Facebook page, and you see a Feldman family having fun. Playing softball, dressing up for Halloween, Christmas parties for their families, its all there to see. And what the community should see, is a Feldman Chevrolet family that believes getting involved with the Greater Lansing community a responsibility they claim as part of their philosophy.

Much thanks to the many volunteers who made all this happen. Heidi McGowan, Natalia, Reyes, Danielle Petrous, Sonia Fuentes, Antonella Benavides, Elizabeth Hernandez, Sara Riggs, Carmen, Leah Bucio and our Dj and Master of Ceremonies Julez “Dj Sinsation Quintero. Coordinating a 5k can be tiresome. But having dedicated volunteers is even more critical to the success of a 5k than the logistics of the run itself. We have a surprise waiting for folks with the Cinco de Mayo 2020 run scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2020.

Cafecito Caliente is about family. Its about showing up. Please stay tuned as a long awaited project for 2020 is coming. Again, its all about the family and recognizing and honoring those that came before us.

Peace and God Bless – Cafecito Cafecito Publisher Sein Paul Benavides

September 18, 2019 0 comment

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Latino Day with the Lugnuts Features Jr. Aldaco and the Midwest All Stars This Sunday

written by seinpaul65

The 8th Annual Latino Day with the Lugnuts is this Sunday, August 18, 2019. Jr. Aldaco and the Midwest All Stars will kick everything off with their brand of Tejano at 11am!

Tickets will go on sale Friday at Sir Pizza in Old Town for $11.00 each.

Game Day at the stadium: Ask for Latino Day $12.00 each
Shirts: $13.00 per shirt all sizes from Small to 5X. Sorry no kids sizes.

Sir Pizza in Old Town
Friday 4pm to 7:30pm
Saturday 2pm til 6pm

Also on hand serving up their flavor of Mexican food will be Maria’s Cuisine’s Food Truck from Old Town.

August 15, 2019 0 comment

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Cinco de Mayo 5k In The Books As A Success!

written by seinpaul65

Sponsored by Feldman Chevrolet of Lansing, the Inaugural Cinco de Mayo 5k Run/Walk was held Saturday, May 4, 2019. 125 entries took to Lansing’s River Trail starting at Maguire Park. With Race Director Juanita Garcia and Assistant Race Director Ashley Garcia coordinating their second ever 5k, most participants were pleased with the course, the shirt, the shot glasses as swag and the Michigan weather produced no snow! Feldman Chevrolet led by General Manager Joseph Rodriguez added some flavor to the Start/Finish Line by bringing 3 brand new vehicles matching the colors of the Mexican Flag. Several folks were seen taking pictures in front of them. Much thanks to Joseph and his team of 6 participants for believing in us. Melina Lerma added some graphics to give us our Medal Winners Photos. Our volunteers truly made it fun with people of all ages helping to making the run a success including our Wayne State University connection. We had a few hiccups as we didn’t have a photographer aboard. My apologies to all as photos are a must in the “social media” age. If anyone has any photos they would like to add, please send them our way. We hope you will mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Cafecito Caliente 5k to be held Saturday, September 14, 2019. Swag should include a coffee mug along with some Pan Dulce (Mexican sweet bread).

May 13, 2019 0 comment

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