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,…
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Community Events
Dance Class & Mixer: Bachata and Salsa Set for September 20, 2024
by seinpaul65 August 9, 2024Get 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…
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Community EventsLansing Community College
Hispanic Heritage Wellness Seminar: Pathways to Prosperity
by seinpaul65 August 9, 2024Kick 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…
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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,…
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Community Events
517 Hispanic Heritage Weekend Returns September 19-22, 2024
by seinpaul65 August 9, 2024The 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…
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Community Events
LLEAD Announces 2024 Statewide Conference Set for November 1, 2024
by seinpaul65 August 9, 2024Honoring 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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Coming EventsUncategorized
Fiesta Above the Water IV Set For August 9, 2024
by seinpaul65 August 1, 2024Immerse 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…
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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…
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Cafecito Caliente Events
Latino Night with the Lugnuts Returns Saturday, August 3, 2024
by seinpaul65 July 20, 2024The 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…
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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…
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Community Events
Fiesta Above the Water II Continues Successful Run Through the Summer
by seinpaul65 June 17, 2024Salsa 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…
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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…
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Community Events
Dia de los Muertos 5k Race to be Held Saturday, October 26, 2024
by seinpaul65 June 14, 2024Footprints 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…
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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…
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Community Events
6th Annual Timothy E. Vertrees Golf Memorial Saturday, August 24, 2024
by seinpaul65 June 6, 2024The 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…
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Community Events
Salinaz Promotions Presents Los Garcia Brothers at Grewal Hall Downtown Lansing
by seinpaul65 June 6, 2024Salinaz Promotions presents Los Garcia Brothers and Grupo La Corporación Friday June 28, 2024 at Grewal Hall at 224 in downtown Lansing. If you missed our last event at the…
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Community Events
Fiesta Above the Water II Returns Saturday, June 15, 2024
by seinpaul65 June 5, 2024Immerse 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…