City of Greenville, SC
09/19/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/19/2024 14:53
City Recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month
Mayor Knox White celebrated the city's rich cultural heritage by proclaiming September 15 to October 15 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Greenville.
The mayor joined City Councilor Russell Stall and Hispanic Alliance executive director Adela Mendoza for a proclamation reading outside of City Hall. The event included the donation of a portait of Mayor White created by artist Jorge Rojas.
"The Hispanic Alliance is all about complementing our community and injecting with the beauty of the Hispanic community here," Mayor White said.
"Greenville truly has led the way in designing a landscape of inclusion that has attracted people and industry from all over the world," Mendoza added. "Our job together is to build bridges of understanding and cooperation between the Hispanic population and the community at large."
The public is invited to honor the growing influence of our Hispanic and Latino communities on the social, cultural and economic fabric of the city, by participating in one of the many events being held over the month.
Hispanic Heritage Month Events
Thursday, Sept. 20 - Opening Night Celebration at Camperdown Plaza, 6 to 10 p.m. - Rebranded from "Mas Salsa" to Opening Night Celebration, the evening will include other elements of authentic Hispanic heritage beyond salsa dancing. There will be performances by the International Dance Academy and a live painting demonstration.
Friday, Sept. 20 to Oct. 4 - Raíces Art Exhibit at Good Art Co, 10 Central Avenue, Greenville - Four featured Hispanic artists bring their diverse perspectives to life. Works of Carla Henríquez, Jorge Rojas, Orlando Corona and Roberto Cortez. This exhibit, running from Sept. 20 to Oct. 4, is more than just an art display - it's a journey into the heart of Hispanic culture.
Saturday, Sept. 21 - Wellbeing Walk at Conestee Nature Preserve, 10 a.m. to Noon - The Hispanic Alliance has put together an active living event at a beautiful nature preserve that Saturday. The idea is to invite the Hispanic community to participate in the natural beauty of the outdoors and build community connectivity.
Tuesday, Oct. 15 - Zumba Class at Unity Park, 6 to 8 p.m. - This program, from the Health Team of the Hispanic Alliance, is a kid-friendly event. Attendees are encouraged to represent their country by wearing a t-shirt or jersey.