tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-59477997568321528442024-03-04T20:40:07.206-08:00Latinitas El Paso ChicasCheck it out! This is the place to be to learn about exciting events for El Paso chicas.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.comBlogger115125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-14493091711058980022012-01-10T12:20:00.001-08:002012-01-10T12:20:16.700-08:00NEW WEBSITECheck out our new website at<a href="http://www.laslatinitas.org/"> http://www.LasLatinitas.org.</a>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-30442777165585475792011-09-14T15:17:00.000-07:002011-09-14T15:17:42.836-07:00TEEN LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE - Sept 24<div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><strong>Application Deadline: September 19th </strong></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><strong>Kick-Off Retreat: September 24th</strong></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">UTEP Union East </div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">10:00am to 4:00pm</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Girls in Grades 9-12</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Young women interested in developing their leadership skills are invited to apply for the Latinitas Teen Leadership Institute. The institute will consist of biweekly workshops on leadership methods, communication skills, decision making, goal setting, public speaking, civic engagement and volunteering. This leadership program is aimed at encouraging and motivating teenage girls to make a difference in their community through leadership, civic engagement, communications, social justice, advocacy and volunteerism. Young women will also engage in several interactive and entertaining activities that will help them identify and cultivate their own leadership abilities. The program will run throughout the fall leading up to a graduation ceremony in the December. Space is limited. The deadline to submit completed applications is September 19th. The membership fee is $20 and covers supply costs. Scholarships are available. Applications can be submitted via the web at <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=4wdnuweab&et=1107501288997&s=0&e=001yH-LoLohxz11W1Brf9dtLyihw0sBUV_LNR5MeoSK79H4Bn8RiI6EezdLzq3e2LeATQNS3ZyQcOblqZryCNicSRY-3EmNGDwLt0YmJusiiowx5F5PXS5E4daPcAmtf2FvSO9f5wN9ZvM=" shape="rect" style="color: blue; font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank"></a></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JCRG3ZD%20">http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JCRG3ZD </a></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"> through email at latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or in person or mail at 1359 Lomaland, Suite 502, El Paso, TX 79935. </div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-41395941697507935312011-09-14T15:14:00.000-07:002011-09-14T15:14:00.477-07:00SATURDAY CAMPS - Sept & Oct<div style="color: purple; font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><strong>FREE PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES</strong></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><strong>October 8 </strong></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">1:00pm - 3:00pm</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Judge Marquez Public Library</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">610 N. Yarbrough</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Girls Grades 4-8</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><strong>September 17, October 15 </strong></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">10:30am - 12:30pm</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Burges Public Library</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">9600 Dyer </div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Girls Grades 4-8</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><strong>September 24, October 22 </strong></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">1:00pm - 3:00pm</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span>Dorris Van Doren</span> Public Library </div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">551 Redd Road</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Girls Grades 4-8 </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Girls are invited to get in touch with their creative side in the this series of free creative expression classes. As part of our photography workshop series, girls will have an opportunity to take photos that will be exhibited at City Hall, Loft Lights Studio and local public libraries. Girls in grades 4-8 will explore ways to express themselves creatively through photos, writing, arts & crafts and film. This creative expression series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough), the 3rd Saturday of every month from 10:30am to 12:30pm at the Burges Public Library (9600 Dyer) and the 4th Saturday of every month from 1:00pm-3:00pm at the Dorris Van Doren Library (551 Redd Road). Donations accepted. To register, call 915.219.8554, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visit<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=4wdnuweab&et=1107501288997&s=0&e=001yH-LoLohxz11W1Brf9dtLyihw0sBUV_LNR5MeoSK79H4Bn8RiI6EezdLzq3e2LeATQNS3ZyQcOblqZryCNicSWiaQc549eNKEfzUoUTZgvUs38rqNznO7DImzunXjMjQ" shape="rect" target="_blank"> www.LatinitasMagazine.org</a> </div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-56565759114864831062011-09-14T15:13:00.001-07:002011-09-14T15:13:16.557-07:00CHICAS ADVANCING IN MEDIA PROJECT<div style="color: purple; font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><strong></strong>Accepting Applications</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Girls Ages 13 and up </div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Chicas Advancing in Media Project is a multimedia training program for teen girls with a focus on helping girls build confidence through multimedia expression. With bi-weekly meetings, teens will have an opportunity to get tips from the pros and learn about self-expression through writing, photography, audio production, poetry and film-making. To register, call 915.219.8554, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visit<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=4wdnuweab&et=1107501288997&s=0&e=001yH-LoLohxz11W1Brf9dtLyihw0sBUV_LNR5MeoSK79H4Bn8RiI6EezdLzq3e2LeATQNS3ZyQcOblqZryCNicSWx2jdIkkzBGQTv4go79JRhLDLQdUoI3U4U7YH-bsfte" shape="rect" target="_blank"> www.LatinitasMagazine.org</a> </div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-10509756064629300602011-09-14T15:11:00.001-07:002011-09-14T15:15:53.187-07:00TEEN INTERNS WANTED<div style="color: purple; font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b>TEEN MAGAZINE & MULTIMEDIA INTERNSHIPS </b></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b>Writers & Multimedia Interns Wanted</b></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">September-December (80 Hour Minimum)</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Latinitas Headquarters</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">1359 Lomaland, El Paso, TX 79935</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Girls in Grades 8-12</div>Latinitas Magazine is currently accepting applications for high school multimedia interns. Latinitas is the first digital magazine by and for U.S. Latina youth. The award-winning digital magazine is published monthly on-line with articles about culture, entertainment, profiles and youth issues. From quinces to dating, advice to fashion college to entertainment, and wellness to culture, Latinas focuses on topics related to being a Latina teen today. High school girls interested in developing their writing and multimedia skills and getting published in LatinitasMagazine.com are invited to apply by submitting their resume to latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-31070746477782531992011-07-03T15:01:00.001-07:002011-07-03T15:06:42.058-07:00TEEN MEDIA ACADEMY - July 25-29<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3RGjeySusCMNR0zjE46f-LhV9x4bL6LguHGuR_zvoFJb6PnHljNmEFm97oDWNhg72SGwPdU-JrGL-T1utboOUYRLCmlfHIDFU35NvV2fPphwSySwsaa5kv_1OcB1x6_GD0GLUAgW0qOE/s1600/IMG_6790.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3RGjeySusCMNR0zjE46f-LhV9x4bL6LguHGuR_zvoFJb6PnHljNmEFm97oDWNhg72SGwPdU-JrGL-T1utboOUYRLCmlfHIDFU35NvV2fPphwSySwsaa5kv_1OcB1x6_GD0GLUAgW0qOE/s200/IMG_6790.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><b></b> <br />
<b>July 25-29</b> <br />
<div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">12:00pm to 5:00pm</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Latinitas Headquarters</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">1359 Lomaland, El Paso, TX</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Girls in Grades 8-12</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">This week-long media academy for teen girls will feature intensive instruction from regional multimedia producers and hands-on multimedia training. Teens will have an opportunity to meet a magazine editor, newspaper reporter, photojournalist, radio DJ, blogger, web designer, graphic artist and TV news anchor. During the summer camp, teen will complete an article, photo essay, graphic design, audio podcast, a video broadcast and more. Pre-registration is required. Just a few spots are left. A limited number of partial scholarships are available on a needed basis. To RSVP, call 915.219.8554, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visit<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=4wdnuweab&et=1106379474069&s=0&e=001LuV5P7Q4Mh5XBANCuLrlQQhQz0i2wXJC9RIf7iq2LEiWR6SKKcERSGC6mhQ7GZLKnBoPpiJtmakAc5LZab30UN88HHNid9B8OmxIHqgmAvs5zDGM_7UhBQktXlD6zrPy" shape="rect" target="_blank"> www.LatinitasMagazine.org</a> Reserve your spot: <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=4wdnuweab&et=1106379474069&s=0&e=001LuV5P7Q4Mh5XBANCuLrlQQhQz0i2wXJC9RIf7iq2LEiWR6SKKcERSGC6mhQ7GZLKnBoPpiJtmakAc5LZab30UJ8Pd4LkuaYrQMW3D_NNKw8OgiwV-T6fsVqD0lJ5Q1FXyIToEZ0jgSn-6rT9Pc_0IA==" shape="rect" target="_blank">http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/182113</a></div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-61985941404880505612011-07-03T15:00:00.001-07:002011-07-03T15:08:28.650-07:00MULTIMEDIA ARTS CAMP - July 11-15<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxgjFdGA1GeF29gHO094R5jj38fG1DSUF_FHS-DYZe_6oLPAOg-cWdwdOiesmZC6I5NTxoto_98QtmRgy-7CV2DgfSns40MI3t65ZUss9yLHs1jgPksTwXiSkaC5XERVpLG3oeXfKwg_0/s1600/20842_110876972294797_100001174841989_63092_7398855_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxgjFdGA1GeF29gHO094R5jj38fG1DSUF_FHS-DYZe_6oLPAOg-cWdwdOiesmZC6I5NTxoto_98QtmRgy-7CV2DgfSns40MI3t65ZUss9yLHs1jgPksTwXiSkaC5XERVpLG3oeXfKwg_0/s200/20842_110876972294797_100001174841989_63092_7398855_n.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><b><span style="color: purple;"></span>July 11-15 </b> <br />
<div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">9:00am to 5:00pm</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Latinitas Headquarters</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">1359 Lomaland, El Paso, TX</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Girls in Grades 4-8</div><div style="font-family: book Antiqua,Palatino; font-size: 10pt; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Registration is open for the Latinitas Multimedia Arts Summer Camp for girls taking place July 11-15. Latinitas will inspire girls in grades 4-8 to find their creative expression outlet by producing original multimedia arts projects during this week-long day camp. Campers will learn how to create original photographs, poems, arts & crafts, audio pieces, essays, designs and short movies. Space is limited, so registration is required. Just a few spots are left. A limited number of partial and full scholarships are available on a needed basis. For more information, contact us latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, call 915.219.8554, or visit<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=4wdnuweab&et=1106379474069&s=0&e=001LuV5P7Q4Mh5XBANCuLrlQQhQz0i2wXJC9RIf7iq2LEiWR6SKKcERSGC6mhQ7GZLKnBoPpiJtmakAc5LZab30UN88HHNid9B8OmxIHqgmAvs5zDGM_7UhBQktXlD6zrPy" shape="rect" target="_blank"> www.latinitasmagazine.org</a>. Get your ticket now to reserve your spot: <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=4wdnuweab&et=1106379474069&s=0&e=001LuV5P7Q4Mh5XBANCuLrlQQhQz0i2wXJC9RIf7iq2LEiWR6SKKcERSGC6mhQ7GZLKnBoPpiJtmakAc5LZab30UJ8Pd4LkuaYrQMW3D_NNKw8OgiwV-T6fsVqD0lJ5Q1FXZCkrXtwiDPLZkoh71Aub3g==" shape="rect" target="_blank">http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/182109</a></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-56648226628690048412011-07-03T14:59:00.000-07:002011-07-03T14:59:17.641-07:00SATURDAY CAMPS - FREE CREATIVE EXPRESSION CLASSES<b>July 9 & August 13</b><br />
1:00pm - 3:00pm<br />
<i>Judge Marquez Public Library</i><br />
610 N. Yarbrough<br />
Girls Grades 4-8<br />
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<b>July 9 & August 13</b><br />
10:30am - 12:30pm<br />
<i>Burges Public Library</i><br />
9600 Dyer <br />
Girls Grades 4-8<br />
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<b>July 23 & August 27</b><br />
10:30am - 12:30pm<br />
<i>Westside Public Library</i><br />
125 Belvidere St.<br />
Girls Grades 4-8<br />
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Girls are invited to get in touch with their creative side in the Latinitas Multimedia Art Classes. Girls in grades 4-8 will explore ways to express themselves creatively through photos, writing, arts & crafts and film. This creative expression series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). The series is also held the 4th Saturday of every month from 10:30am-12:30pm at the Westside Public Library (125 Belvidere Street). Donations accepted. To register, call 915.219.8554, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visit<br />
www.LatinitasMagazine.orgLatinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-52523798978776332042011-06-02T23:41:00.001-07:002011-06-07T23:53:32.050-07:00Upcoming Events - June 2011What: Latinitas Power Conference<br />
When: June 4, 2011<br />
Time: 10:00-3:30 pm<br />
Where: UTEP Union East<br />
Grades: 6th-12th<br />
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What: Latinitas Saturday Camp<br />
When: June 11, 2011 & July 9, 2011<br />
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm<br />
Where: Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough)<br />
Grades 4th-8th<br />
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What: Latinitas Saturday Camp<br />
When: June 11, 2011 & July 9, 2011<br />
Time: 10:30-12:30 pm<br />
Where: Burges Public Library (9600 Dyer)<br />
Grades 4th-8th<br />
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What: Chicas Advancing in Media Project (Teen Multimedia Workshops)<br />
When: June 11, June 18 & July 2, 2011<br />
Time: 11:00-1:00 pm<br />
Where: EPCC Valle Verde Campus (Room 2518)<br />
Grades: 8th-12th<br />
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What: Latinitas Saturday Camp<br />
When: June 25, 2011 & July 23, 2011<br />
Time: 10:30-12:30 pm<br />
Where: Westside Public Library (125 Belvidere)<br />
Grades 4th-8th<br />
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What: Latinitas Multimedia Arts Summer Camp<br />
When: July 11 -15, 2011<br />
Time: 9:00-5:00 pm<br />
Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502)<br />
Grades: 4th-8th <br />
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What: Latinitas Teen Media Academy<br />
When: July 25-29, 2011<br />
Time: 12:00-5:00 pm<br />
Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502)<br />
Grades: 8th-12th<br />
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To register, contact us at 915.219.8554 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-21640456539351987112011-05-27T14:22:00.000-07:002011-06-05T18:30:06.946-07:00Chicas Advancing in Media ProjectBiweekly Meetings: June 11, June 18, July 2, July 16, August 6 & August 20 from 11-1pm<br />
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EPCC Valle Verde Campus, Room A2518<br />
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For Girls in Grades 9-12<br />
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Chicas Advancing in Media Project is a summer-long multimedia training program for high school girls with a focus on helping girls build confidence through multimedia expression. Throughout the summer, our team will participate in media trainings led by local media makers and field trips to local media outlets. With bi-weekly meetings, teens will have an opportunity to get tips from the pros and meet a magazine editor, newspaper reporter, photojournalist, radio DJ and TV news anchor. With hands-on media workshops, girls will learn about self-expression through writing, photography, audio production, poetry and film-making. During the summer, teens will also complete an article, photo essay, audio podcast and a video broadcast. Our team members will also write articles and create multimedia projects for publication in LatinitasMagazine.org, a digital magazine by and for local Latina youth. Space is limited, so registration is required. To register, contact 915.219.8554 or latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. For more information, visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-73082749791265960852011-05-26T23:02:00.000-07:002011-05-26T23:02:07.985-07:00LATINA POWER CONFERENCE - June 410 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.<br />
UTEP Union East<br />
For Girls Ages 11-18<br />
To promote girl power, the Latinitas Teen Leadership Institute members are organizing a Latina Power conference for local middle and high school girls. This event encourages girls to build confidence, discover their voice, express themselves and make wise decisions. The event will feature informative and inspirational workshops, guest speakers, panelists, and multimedia presentations led by local female leaders on topics such as body image, confidence, peer pressure, media literacy, leadership, healthy relationships, cultural identity and bullying. Girls will discuss the challenges facing girls today and explore positive ways to deal with stress through hands-on creative expression activities revolving around poetry, acting, photography, art and song. Girls will also enjoy dance performances. The event is open to girls ages 11-18. Admission is $5 and covers lunch. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. A few need-based scholarships are available. The conference is organized by the Latinitas Teen Leadership Institute members. Latinitas is a nonprofit dedicated to the advancement and empowerment of Latina youth through media, art, culture and technology. To register, call 219.8554 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. Visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org for more information.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-42994596697460513092011-05-26T22:59:00.000-07:002011-05-26T22:59:44.989-07:00TEEN MEDIA ACADEMY - May 28Kick-Off: May 28, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.<br />
EPCC Valle Verde Campus, Room A2158<br />
For Girls in Grades 9-12<br />
To kick off our summer teen reporter program, Latinitas is hosting a multimedia training day for high school girls on May 28th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the El Paso Community College Valle Verde Campus (Room A2158). Meet with Latinitas editors to find out how you can get involved in our summer multimedia program. You can hear from inspiring women in media, meet other teens with an interest in writing and creating media and learn new ways to express yourself and have your voice heard. For more information, 915.219.8554 or latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. For more information, visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-64488710428859637902011-04-06T12:49:00.001-07:002011-06-01T10:17:53.669-07:00TEEN REPORTER MEETINGSWeekly - Every Wednesday<br />
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm<br />
Latinitas Headquarters<br />
1359 Lomaland, El Paso, TX 79935<br />
Girls in Grades 8-12<br />
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LatinitasMagazine.com is currently accepting applications for high school multimedia interns as well as freelance writers and editors. Latinitas is the first digital magazine by and for U.S. Latina youth. The award-winning digital magazine is published monthly on-line with articles about culture, entertainment, profiles and youth issues. From quinces to dating, advice to fashion and wellness to culture, Latinas focuses on topics related to being a Latina teen today. High school girls interested in developing their writing and multimedia skills and getting published in LatinitasMagazine.com are invited to attend our weekly reporter meetings. To learn more, girls are invited to attend one of our weekly editorial meetings held every Wednesday from 4-6pm at the Latinitas Headquarters (1359 Lomaland #502) or contact our editors atlatinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-65637967455670209362011-04-06T12:48:00.001-07:002011-04-06T12:48:51.999-07:00CLUB LATINITASClub Meets Weekly (After-school at Various Sites)<br />
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Latinitas hosts a series of free weekly after-school girl empowerment clubs where middle school girls can gather to find creative ways to express themselves through multimedia arts. In this girl-friendly place, Latinitas will explore visual arts, photography, writing, radio production, journalism and film making. Each week will offer a different hands-on workshop where girls can discover the power of self-expression and confidence. The clubs are held after school every week at the following community centers:<br />
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Desert View Middle School Every Other Wednesday<br />
Housing Authority Every Wednesday<br />
Horizon Middle School (400 North Kenazo Dr.) Every Friday<br />
Memorial Park Public Library (3200 Copper) Every Friday<br />
Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough) Every Friday<br />
Irving Schwartz Public Library (1865 Dean Martin Dr.) Every Friday<br />
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For more information, call 915.219.8554, emaillatinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visit www.LatinitasMagazine.orgLatinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-59368620682412278012011-04-06T12:47:00.001-07:002011-04-06T12:47:49.528-07:00THROUGH HER EYES PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITThrough April<br />
La Fe Cultural & Technology Center<br />
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Latinitas will partner with the La Fe Cultural & Technology Center to celebrate the creative talents of local girls in a special "Through Her Eyes" photography exhibit. The exhibit showcases the photography of El Paso residents ages 10 to 18 from Latinitas after-school clubs, a local youth program that uses creative multimedia education to empower Latina youth. The photos present a vibrant, expressive and fascinating portrait of the border community as depicted by youth photographers. The exhibit will be featured in the Community Gallery throughout April. For more information, call915.219.8554, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visitwww.LatinitasMagazine.org.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-61480196797993881752011-04-06T12:46:00.000-07:002011-04-06T12:46:01.904-07:00LATINITAS COLLEGE DAYApril 9<br />
10:00am to 3:00pm<br />
UTEP Union<br />
Girls Ages 11-18<br />
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Latinitas members are invited to a field trip to UTEP. Girls will have an opportunity to tour the campus, meet college students, learn about college life, discuss the importance of education and get tips on how to start planning early for college. Participants are asked to bring their own sack lunch. Pre-registration is required and girls must have their own transportation. To register, contact us atlatinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or 915.219.8554.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-42713218818733478222011-04-06T12:45:00.000-07:002011-04-06T12:45:02.658-07:00FREE MULTIMEDIA ART CLASSES FOR GIRLSApril 9 & May 14<br />
1:00pm - 3:00pm<br />
Judge Marquez Public Library<br />
610 N. Yarbrough<br />
Girls Grades 4-8<br />
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Girls are invited to get in touch with their creative side in the Latinitas Multimedia Art Classes. Girls in grades 4-8 will explore ways to express themselves creatively through photos, writing, arts & crafts and film. This creative expression series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). Donations accepted. To register, call915.219.8554, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visitwww.LatinitasMagazine.orgLatinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-59235249082335724792011-02-25T15:15:00.000-08:002011-03-01T23:17:14.215-08:00Teen Media Academy Registration OpenMarch 17 & 18<br />
9:00am-5:00pm<br />
Teen Girls Ages 13 and up<br />
Latinitas Headquarters<br />
1359 Lomaland <br />
Calling all aspiring female journalists and media producers. Latinitas is hosting a two-day camp during Spring Break for high school girls in grades 9-12th with intensive instruction from media producers. As part of the camp, your work will be published on TeenLatinitas.com. During the camp, you will complete an article, photo essay, blog, audio podcast and a video broadcast. The cost for the two-day camp is $30 which covers supplies and digital media equipment. The camp runs Thursday and Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Latinitas El Paso Headquarters (1359 Lomaland, Gecko Room; El Paso, TX). A limited number of scholarships are available. Pre-registration is required. To RSVP, call 915.239.5051 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. Reserve your spot with a deposit: <a href="http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/162597">http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/162597</a>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-7977802531363130952011-02-25T15:14:00.001-08:002011-03-01T23:19:32.813-08:00Spring Break Camp Registration OpenMarch 14-16<br />
9:00am - 5:00pm<br />
Girls Grades 4-8<br />
This Spring Break, girls in grades 4-8th are invited to find their creative expression outlet by producing original media arts projects in the Latinitas Media Divas Spring Break Camp. In this three-day camp, girls will explore multimedia arts such as photography, writing, art, design, radio production and film-making. The camp runs Monday through Wednesday from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Latinitas El Paso Headquarters (1359 Lomaland, Gecko Room; El Paso, TX). Pre-registration is required. A limited number of scholarships are available. To RSVP, call 915.239.5051 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. Reserve your spot today with a deposit: <br />
<a href="http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/162599">http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/162599</a>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-37229968321354197982011-02-25T15:13:00.001-08:002011-02-25T15:13:14.059-08:00MULTIMEDIA ART CLASS FOR GIRLS - March 121:00 pm – 3:00 pm<br />
Judge Marquez Public Library<br />
610 N. Yarbrough<br />
Girls are invited to get in touch with their creative side in the Latinitas Multimedia Art Classes. Girls in grades 4-8 will explore ways to express themselves creatively through photos, writing, arts & crafts and film. This creative expression series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). To register, call 239.5051, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-66034295829461319832011-02-25T14:51:00.001-08:002011-02-25T14:51:57.821-08:00Teen Photo Shoot - March 12March 12<br />
3:00-4:00pm<br />
Judge Marquez Public Library<br />
(610 N. Yarbrough)<br />
High schools girls are invited to be a part of our magazine photo shoot. Girls will receive tips on modeling and practice taking their own photos. For more information, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or call 915.239.5051.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-22813836449974355792011-02-02T21:50:00.001-08:002011-02-02T21:50:33.755-08:00TEEN PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS – February 191:00 pm – 3:00 pm<br />
Main Public Library – Teen Town<br />
501 N. Oregon<br />
Latinitas will be hosting a photography class where girls will get tips from photography pros and have an opportunity to have their photography included in our photo exhibit at City Hall. High school girls interested in developing their multimedia skills and getting published in TeenLatinitas.com are invited to attend our monthly multimedia workshops. Local teens help contribute to the national award-winning digital magazine by and for Latina youth. To register, call 239.5051, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-75970486905756896472011-02-02T21:49:00.000-08:002011-02-02T21:49:17.304-08:00TEEN WRITER MEETING – February 123:00 pm – 4:00 pm<br />
Judge Marquez Public Library<br />
610 N. Yarbrough<br />
Latinitas is recruiting teen girls interested in writing for our digital magazine. TeenLatinitas.com is currently accepting applications for high school multimedia interns as well as freelance writers and editors. Latinitas is the first digital magazine by and for U.S. Latina youth. The digital magazine is published monthly on-line with articles about culture, entertainment, profiles and youth topics. From quinces to dating, advice to fashion and wellness to celebs, Latinas focuses on topics related to being a Latina teen today. To learn more about writing for the magazine, attend our next orientation on February 12th from 3-4:00pm at the Judge Marquez Library or contact our editors at latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-90018371279020431612011-02-02T21:46:00.001-08:002011-02-02T21:46:03.929-08:00MULTIMEDIA ART CLASS FOR GIRLS - February 121:00 pm – 3:00 pm<br />
Judge Marquez Public Library<br />
610 N. Yarbrough<br />
Girls are invited to get in touch with their creative side in the Latinitas Multimedia Art Classes. Girls in grades 4-8 will explore ways to express themselves creatively through photos, writing, arts & crafts and film. This creative expression series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). To register, call 239.5051, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5947799756832152844.post-75506494536688835582010-12-14T22:47:00.000-08:002011-01-20T22:14:40.627-08:00TEEN LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE - January 29Young women interested in developing their leadership skills are invited to apply for the Teen Leadership Institute. The institute will consist of a leadership conference and monthly workshops on leadership methods, decision making skills, goal setting, social justice, public speaking, self-expression, interpersonal communication, civic engagement and volunteering. This leadership program is aimed at encouraging and motivating Latina teen girls to make a difference in their community through leadership, self-expression and volunteerism. Young women will engage in interactive activities that will help them explore their own strengths and cultivate their leadership abilities. The program will run throughout the school semester.<br />
BENEFITS:<br />
•Develop leadership skills<br />
•Meet new friends<br />
•Connect with mentors and role models<br />
•Complete community service projects<br />
•Make a difference<br />
ELIGIBILITY:<br />
•Be a Hispanic girl in 9-12 grade<br />
•Demonstrate an interest in volunteerism<br />
•Demonstrate leadership capabilities<br />
•Commit to entire school year<br />
•Fulfill $20 annual membership fee to cover materials<br />
(a limited number of need-base scholarships are available)<br />
REQUIREMENTS:<br />
•Organize 2 community service projects<br />
•Complete a minimum of 20 volunteer hours during the semester<br />
•Participate in January 29 training retreat<br />
•Participate in fundraising projects<br />
•Commit to attending monthly meetings throughout the semester (from January to May)<br />
TO APPLY: Submit an online application at: <a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/623JRWT">http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/623JRWT</a><br />
Deadline to apply is January 24th.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0