Orquesta Ritmo, founded by Director Michael Eyia in the late 70s, brings vibrant Latin music to American audiences, drawing from Eyia’s Cuban heritage. Starting as a 5-piece group, it has …

Close out the weekend with our Hispanic Heritage Latin Jazz Night, featuring the legendary Orquesta Ritmo. Join us on Lansing Shuffle’s patio, overlooking the Grand River, as we dance the …

Our peak event takes place on S. Washington Sq from 3:30 PM to 10 PM. Experience a vibrant array of live Tejano and Cuban jazz performances, DJ sets, luchador wrestling, …

Get ready to move and groove at our second annual Hispanic Heritage Dance Class & Mixer! Held on Lansing Shuffle’s patio, overlooking the Grand River and Downtown skyline, you will …

Kick off the weekend with a Health & Wellness Seminar focused on promoting well-being within the Hispanic community. Gain valuable insights and resources to enhance your health journey. In what …

The annual 517 Hispanic Heritage Weekend takes place during Hispanic Heritage Month with a weekend of fun, education, and entertainment in the Downtown District of Michigan’s State Capital. Every year, …

The 517 Hispanic Heritage Weekend is back in Downtown Lansing this summer!! We’re so excited to be back for our 2nd annual celebration. A whole weekend of culture, education, and …

Honoring Legacy, Merging Generations or Honrando El Legado, Uniendo Generaciones will be the theme of the 2024 Latino Leaders for the Enhancement of Advocacy and Development (LLEAD) Conference. TO REGISTER: Honoring …

Okemos, Michigan native Alma Cooper has been named the Miss USA in the 73rd pageant held in Los Angeles, California. “As the daughter of a migrant worker, a proud Afro …

Elva Reyes, “keeps her community in mind with everything she does” is the opening line on her website. As someone who has watched her, walked alongside her and worked with …

Reflections of Life: When I was 16 I was chosen to become part of a traveling ministry of retreats called ECHO (Encountering Christ in Others). My very first one was …

Immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata on our Latin Rhythms Dance Cruise, featuring Lansing’s renowned DJ, Adrian “Ace” Lopez. This vibrant event stands out among …

Reflections of Life: So many times in our lives we face situations that overwhelm us with fear, anxiety, self doubt and yes even hate for someone or something. I remember …

The 12th Annual Latino Night with the Lugnuts will be Saturday, August 3, 2024, with a concert and mini festival starting us off in front of the stadium. Sponsorship info …

Immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata on our Latin Rhythms Dance Cruise, featuring Lansing’s renowned DJ, Adrian “Ace” Lopez. This vibrant event stands out among …

Salsa on the Riverboat Princess was packed for the July edition. Salsa really is alive and well over the water. Much respect and love to DJ Adrian Lopez for his …

A day late…… Reflections of Life: Happy Father’s Day to my Dad Benjamin Longoria Benavides. I remember we would set up the chairs for Church Service at the old Cristo …

Footprints of Michigan is proud to bring you the Capital City Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), is a celebration of life and death of all ages. While …

Much thanks to Feldman Chevrolet of Lansing for sponsoring the league this year! Latin League Standings           W-L Pct. Gateway to Holmes                     6-2 .750 Hit It Wright/Tha Hood Cook   5-3 .625 …

The 6th Annual Timothy E. Vertrees Memorial Golf Outing will take place at Centennial Acres in Sunfield, Michigan. With the proceeds going to a Charlotte High School Graduate, register soon …