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How to Celebrate
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September 15 to October 15 is a time for Hispanic Americans to celebrate and share their culture, history and traditions. Regardless of whether or not your family's roots descend from Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America or South America, we can all still participate in the month by actively taking part in experiences that connect us to these countries and their diverse communities. Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with one another is an impactful way to learn about other people's cultures and customs while deepening respect for diversity and inclusion.
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1. Learn about food from around the world.
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Try out Latin American flavors in the kitchen and cook with the spices and ingredients that make these dishes special, such as cumin and paprika, corn, chili peppers, shredded beef and chicken, beans, tomatoes and more. Prepare one of these delicious Latin American favorites and bring it to Amplify ERG's (formerly BIPOC) National Hispanic Heritage Month in-office potluck on Wednesday, October 5!
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2. Try your hand at an international game.
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Travel to the beaches of Miami, FL, and plan a visit to Little Havana (also known as Domino Park) to watch locals play the popular Cuban game of dominoes.
If you're unable to make the trip (or out of PTO), the card game Lotería can be played right at home. Lotería is commonly known as Mexico's version of bingo. The game has a caller pull cards from a shuffled deck, and players must match the item called (such as el arbol – the tree, or el camaron – the shrimp) with what's on their game board. When they've got a row, the winner shouts "¡Buena!" to end the game.
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3. Listen to music of different cultures.
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Take the time to introduce yourself to the vibrancy of Hispanic music and dance styles. Give Amplify ERG's Hispanic Heritage Month playlist a listen here!
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4. Educate yourself on Hispanic American culture and community.
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Anyone can celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and show their appreciation for Hispanic and Latino Americans by reading books by authors of Hispanic or Latino origin, watching movies about Hispanic and Latino culture, or attending educational events (e.g., exhibitions at our local museum) that highlight the contributions Hispanic and Latino people have made to U.S. society or learning more about the Hispanic and Latino destinations represented right here at MMGY.
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