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Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff

Get ready for Fiesta, the largest Hispanic street party in Winston-Salem

WStoday: Latin America flags on display during Hispanic League festival in Winston-Salem

According to Data USA, ~16% of Winston-Salem residents are of Hispanic heritage. | Photo courtesy of Hispanic League, Winston-Salem

¡Prepárate para la fiesta! Get ready to party! The Triad’s largest one-day Hispanic street festival will take place Saturday, Sept. 9 in downtown Winston-Salem. The Hispanic League celebrates its 31st annual FIESTA at Truist Stadium. Over 20,000 people have taken part in the festival in years past, creating a tradition of celebrating cultural diversity.

Festival-goers can enjoy live music, diverse arts and crafts + authentic food from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. The event is free and open to public.

The Hispanic League is a Winston-Salem nonprofit organization that facilitates multiple initiatives to support its community through education. Some of its programs include Middle School Achievers, Scholarship Program, and the Parent Enrichment program to empower Hispanic/Latino parents to support their children’s education. The Hispanic League also awards scholarships to students to help them continue their education.

This event makes the start of a Month-long Hispanic Heritage celebration.

How long is the national celebration?

National Hispanic Heritage Month goes from Sept. 15-Oct. 15. The month celebrates the contributions Hispanic ancestors from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America made to the United States.

Why is September significant?

September 15 was chosen as the kickoff because of the Independence Day celebrations in five Central America countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Those five nations declared their independence from Spain on September 15, 1821.

How did it go from a one week observance to a month?

Hispanic Heritage was a weeklong celebration until 1989 when President George W. Bush, who had been a sponsor, became the first president to declare National Hispanic Heritage Month in honor of Hispanic Americans.

Support the Hispanic League’s mission

You can support the organization’s mission through these options:

Select a membership option + enjoy perks like restaurant discounts, a family day pass to Reynolda House, a Hispanic League magnet, and more.
Sign-up to volunteer on the committee or at FIESTA and receive a free T-shirt.
Make a one-time donation.

Events

Wednesday, Aug. 30

Dmitri Vorobiev, piano - by Music Carolina SummerFest | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 7:30-9 p.m. | 212 N. Broad St., Winston-Salem | $27 | Enjoy classical music works by Bach, Beethoven, and Schumann.
Pick & Paint Pop-Up | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 6-8 p.m. | Breathe Cocktail Lounge, 221 N. Main St. 2nd Floor, Kernersville | $30-$35 | Choose a pre-traced work of art to paint with guidance from a professional while enjoying drinks + making new friends.
Winston-Salem Dash vs. Rome | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Wy, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | Cheer on the Dash and enjoy half off White Claws throughout the game.*

Thursday, Aug. 31

Winston-Salem Dash vs. Rome | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Wy, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | Bring your pups to the ballpark and enjoy half-off beer + wine during Lowes Foods Thirsty Thursday.*

Friday, Sept. 1

2023 Bookmarks Festival Launch Party | Friday, Sept. 1 | 7 p.m. | Bookmarks, 634 West 4th St. #110 , Winston-Salem | $30-$35 | Learn about the authors and events that will be featured at this year’s Bookmarks Festival of Books + Authors.

Saturday, Sept. 2

Live the Love Beautiful Tour | Saturday, Sept. 2 | 7 p.m. | Incendiary Brewing Company, 486 N. Patterson Ave., Winston-Salem | Free | Celebrate Incendiary Brewing Company’s anniversary and Labor Day weekend — no outside alcohol allowed.

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News Notes

Biz

Applications are accepted until Monday Sept. 25, for the Minority Business Enterprise Grant Program, which provides Black and Latinx-owned small businesses with up to $25,000. The goal is to improve business success, job retention, and job creation.

Film

Artists have one more day to submit their entry to the RiverRun BIPOC Filmmaker Fellowship. The winner’s work will be shown during the 2024 film festival + receive $5,000 cash.

Sports

Tomorrow is a big day for the Demon Deacons. Wake Forest University kicks off college football season against the Elon Phoenix at Allegacy Stadium. Tickets are sold out, but you can watch + keep track of scores online.

Open

A new café has taken over the space previously occupied by Board Babe in downtown Winston-Salem. Pink Moon Café is open at 848 W. Fifth St. and offers crepes, sweet and savory, and a selection of baked goods. (Winston-Salem Journal)

Community

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is hosting the first-ever K9s & Coffee this Saturday, Sept. 2 at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons. Come ready to meet the K-9 units + see what they do to keep our community safe, starting at 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. (Clemmons Courier)

Weather

Look up. Tonight’s full moon is not only the second one this month (aka a blue moon); it’s also the last blue supermoon we’ll see until 2032, appearing 8% bigger and 16% brighter than usual. Check local charts for the best time to view. Bonus: shop for telescopes. (NPR)

Eat

You deserve something delicious this weekend. Put this brunch star together Friday evening, let it sit overnight, then pop it in the oven Saturday morning for a sweet, rich, decadent start to your day.*

Weather

Severe storm safety

Prepare for Hurricane Idalia and Hurricane Franklin’s arrival

Flash flood risk over central pacific map | National Hurricane Center via website

On Monday, Aug. 28, Gov. Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency for NC ahead of Hurricane Idalia and Hurricane Franklin’s impacts.

Hazardous conditions and four to six inches of heavy rain are expected to hit NC Wednesday evening or early Thursday morning with the risk of flooding.

Possible rainfall and high winds may affect Winston-Salem residents as Hurricane Idalia continues to form over the East Coast today, according to the National Hurricane Center.

The area is in the yellow zone for flash flooding through Thursday morning, meaning there’s a slight risk you could encounter high waters.

“It is important for North Carolinians to gather emergency kits and prepare for the storm before it’s too late,” Cooper said in a press release.

Here are some resources to stay safe during severe weather:

Visit ReadyNC.gov for tips on building an emergency kit and additional weather preparation.
Stay informed and set emergency alerts on your mobile device.
Never drive through flooded areas and stay away from common flooding areas.

Information above included as of 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29 — storms can change quickly, so we encourage you to follow local forecasters for the latest weather updates.

Answered

Last week we asked what your favorite part about living in Winston-Salem is and here’s what you said:

66% of you responded “Arts + culture.”
17% of you responded “Bars + restaurants.”
17% of you responded “People + scenery.”

Some other answers included walking trails, easy lifestyle and music.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kellina

From the editor

I am excited to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month at FIESTA this year. I love celebrating different cultures and experiencing their food, music, arts and, most importantly — the people. Maybe I’ll get to practice my Spanish while I’m there.

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