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***image1***The United States has celebrated the history and cultural traditions of the nation’s Hispanic people for more than 30 years. The weeks of Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 have been set aside to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. This year’s theme is “Getting Involved: Our Families, Our Community, Our Nation.” KMC servicemembers and their families are invited to celebrate with special events and activities.
The Ramstein Multicultural Committee, in conjunction with the
Hispanic Heritage Committee, will host the following events to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. If anyone is interested in volunteering with any of the events, contact Maj. Jileene Vivians at 489-8563 or by e-mail at jileene.vivians@ramstein.af.mil.
• Kick-Off Event
The KMC will kick off National Hispanic Heritage Month with Family Night at 5 p.m. Monday at the Ramstein Enlisted Club. There will be crafts, games, dancing and piñatas. There will be a $1 entrance fee for adults (kids enter for free) to offset the price of materials for the crafts. This event is open to all ranks and families.
• Latina Noche Blanca
The Hispanic Heritage Committee will host “Latina Noche Blanca” (Latin White Night) at 9 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Ramstein Enlisted Club. Everyone is encouraged to wear white clothing, but it is not mandatory. Come celebrate the kick-off of Hispanic Heritage Month with DJ music and dancing. There will be a best dressed male and female contest and a dance contest. This event is open to all ranks. For more information, contact Ben Rosales at 478-2278 or by e-mail at benjamin.rosales @ramstein.af.mil.
***image2***• Hispanic Heritage Banquet
The Hispanic Heritage Banquet will be at 6 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Ramstein Officers’ Club. The event will include dinner, entertainment, a guest speaker, prize giveaways and open dancing. Babysitting will be provided on-site for a fee. Tickets will be available starting mid-September from squadron Ramstein Multicultural Committee representatives or by contacting Ben Rosales at 478-2778 or by e-mail at benjamin.rosales@ramstein.af.mil.
• Community Education and Outreach
Volunteers will participate in library readings and a high school/elementary school event. The purpose is to educate the entire KMC on Hispanic heritage.
(Courtesy of the Ramstein Multicultural Committee)
