Friday, October 21, 2005
Thursday, October 20, 2005
Wednesday, October 19, 2005
Featured story:
North Jersey Media Group providing local news, sports & classifieds for Northern New Jersey!Puerto Rican nationalist's death opens old wounds
North Jersey Media Group providing local news, sports & classifieds for Northern New Jersey!Puerto Rican nationalist's death opens old wounds
Tuesday, October 18, 2005
Monday, October 17, 2005
Sunday, October 16, 2005
Lorna (Quimera)
DeLares says:
"Lorna una bella india .......en frente de un Monet......en el Museum of Modern Art....."
"Lorna is a beautiful 'india' ...in front of a Monet...at the Museum of Modern Art..."
NYC
Lorna is in town from Puerto Rico. Her work is also featured in the BLOGS exhibit.
"Lorna una bella india .......en frente de un Monet......en el Museum of Modern Art....."
"Lorna is a beautiful 'india' ...in front of a Monet...at the Museum of Modern Art..."
NYC
Lorna is in town from Puerto Rico. Her work is also featured in the BLOGS exhibit.
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Friday, October 14, 2005
COMMUNITY EVENT
BORICUA AGENDA SUMMIT
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Mission Statement:
The Mission of the Boricua Summit is to provide a forum by which Puerto Ricans residing in New Jersey can examine our present role in the New Jersey community and create a proactive agenda to improve our economic, educational, social/cultural, and political well-being.
Program:
8:30-9:30 AM
Continental Breakfast / Registration
Community Resources Fair
9:30-10:15 AM
Opening Plenary Session
Welcoming Remarks
National Anthems
Morning Speaker-
Assemblyman W. Caraballo
10:30-12:00 Noon
Morning Workshop Sessions
12:15-1:15 PM
Lunch
Invited Keynote Speaker –
Governor Aníbal Acevedo-Vila
Roll Call of NJ Puerto Rican Elected Officials
1:30-3:00 PM
Afternoon Workshop Sessions
3:00-6:00 PM
Invited NJ Gubernatorial Candidates
Plenary Session - Presentation of workshop recommendations
Closing Remarks
Workshops:
Morning session; 10:30-12:00 Noon
A) “You have the Power! Part 1”
This citizen empowerment training will present regular citizens with limited time and money strategies on how to gain real political power they can use to leverage change in their home towns.
B) “Keys to Personal Financial Success”
An introduction to Personal Financial planning, presenting key issues and strategies for managing your money and preparing for your future.
C) “Key Leadership Skills for Collegiate Level ”
Discussion of the key skills for enhancement during the collegiate years, and how linking goals of present and future leaders will ensure a legacy of rising Latino leadership figures.
D) “Your Health and Your Future”
This workshop will provide an overview of the heath status of Latinos in NJ and the USA, with a focus on Puerto Ricans.
E) “What you don’t know about Medicare and the Changes in 2006”
A review of the implementation of the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improve-ment, and Modernization Act of 2003 (MMA) and its effects on the community.
Afternoon session; 1:30-3:00 PM
F) “You Have the Power! Part 2“
Promote full electoral participation through voter education, mobilization and advocacy; and the development of Puerto Rican candidates.
G) “What you don’t know about the SBA -Small Business Administration”
Address strategies to grow your small business through better understanding of the SBA and its services.
H) “Embracing Conflict as a Leader”
For college students to explore: a) pride in ourselves & community, b) the misinformation learned about ourselves & our culture, and c) our roles in supporting each other as Leaders and supporting Latino leaders. Present steps toward building coalitions and dealing effectively with conflict.
I) “Mental Health and our Community” This workshop will provide an overview of mental health and mental illness as experienced and recognized by the Latino community, with a focus on Puerto Ricans
Registration Fee: Suggested
Donation – Adults $10
Students $5
Payment/checks should be made payable to FOCUS
For more information:
Phone: 973-824-6030
Fax: 973-824-6130
Or Email: NJBAS2005@yahoo.com
(Note: Any forms of payment/checks should
be made out to FOCUS)
BORICUA AGENDA SUMMIT
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Mission Statement:
The Mission of the Boricua Summit is to provide a forum by which Puerto Ricans residing in New Jersey can examine our present role in the New Jersey community and create a proactive agenda to improve our economic, educational, social/cultural, and political well-being.
Program:
8:30-9:30 AM
Continental Breakfast / Registration
Community Resources Fair
9:30-10:15 AM
Opening Plenary Session
Welcoming Remarks
National Anthems
Morning Speaker-
Assemblyman W. Caraballo
10:30-12:00 Noon
Morning Workshop Sessions
12:15-1:15 PM
Lunch
Invited Keynote Speaker –
Governor Aníbal Acevedo-Vila
Roll Call of NJ Puerto Rican Elected Officials
1:30-3:00 PM
Afternoon Workshop Sessions
3:00-6:00 PM
Invited NJ Gubernatorial Candidates
Plenary Session - Presentation of workshop recommendations
Closing Remarks
Workshops:
Morning session; 10:30-12:00 Noon
A) “You have the Power! Part 1”
This citizen empowerment training will present regular citizens with limited time and money strategies on how to gain real political power they can use to leverage change in their home towns.
B) “Keys to Personal Financial Success”
An introduction to Personal Financial planning, presenting key issues and strategies for managing your money and preparing for your future.
C) “Key Leadership Skills for Collegiate Level ”
Discussion of the key skills for enhancement during the collegiate years, and how linking goals of present and future leaders will ensure a legacy of rising Latino leadership figures.
D) “Your Health and Your Future”
This workshop will provide an overview of the heath status of Latinos in NJ and the USA, with a focus on Puerto Ricans.
E) “What you don’t know about Medicare and the Changes in 2006”
A review of the implementation of the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improve-ment, and Modernization Act of 2003 (MMA) and its effects on the community.
Afternoon session; 1:30-3:00 PM
F) “You Have the Power! Part 2“
Promote full electoral participation through voter education, mobilization and advocacy; and the development of Puerto Rican candidates.
G) “What you don’t know about the SBA -Small Business Administration”
Address strategies to grow your small business through better understanding of the SBA and its services.
H) “Embracing Conflict as a Leader”
For college students to explore: a) pride in ourselves & community, b) the misinformation learned about ourselves & our culture, and c) our roles in supporting each other as Leaders and supporting Latino leaders. Present steps toward building coalitions and dealing effectively with conflict.
I) “Mental Health and our Community” This workshop will provide an overview of mental health and mental illness as experienced and recognized by the Latino community, with a focus on Puerto Ricans
Registration Fee: Suggested
Donation – Adults $10
Students $5
Payment/checks should be made payable to FOCUS
For more information:
Phone: 973-824-6030
Fax: 973-824-6130
Or Email: NJBAS2005@yahoo.com
(Note: Any forms of payment/checks should
be made out to FOCUS)
Thursday, October 13, 2005
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Featured commentary:
The Booming 51st State: "The Daily Reckoning PRESENTS: Puerto Rico is experiencing its own property boom...and as it is on the mainland, this boom is fueled mainly by cheap credit. Chris Mayer watches from the sidelines in Toa Alta, Puerto Rico...
THE BOOMING 51st STATE
by Chris Mayer "
The Booming 51st State: "The Daily Reckoning PRESENTS: Puerto Rico is experiencing its own property boom...and as it is on the mainland, this boom is fueled mainly by cheap credit. Chris Mayer watches from the sidelines in Toa Alta, Puerto Rico...
THE BOOMING 51st STATE
by Chris Mayer "
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
Monday, October 10, 2005
Featured story:
Daily News, Virgin Islands, Virgin Islands Newspaper V.I.-P.R. friendship forum to host several speakers on Puerto Rican culture
Daily News, Virgin Islands, Virgin Islands Newspaper V.I.-P.R. friendship forum to host several speakers on Puerto Rican culture
Sunday, October 09, 2005
Broken Glass
By Samaris Ayala
My mom was silent
in my childhood
Not her fault I was confused
in high school
I still got my diploma
Never talked about her
The moment I whispered
it in the university
They said
You have to do
something else
Because we are
too high class
to talk about
broken glass
and I became sad
NYC-based Samaris Ayala contributes her poetry to Puerto Rico Sun. She may be reached at sallypatches@yahoo.com.
By Samaris Ayala
My mom was silent
in my childhood
Not her fault I was confused
in high school
I still got my diploma
Never talked about her
The moment I whispered
it in the university
They said
You have to do
something else
Because we are
too high class
to talk about
broken glass
and I became sad
NYC-based Samaris Ayala contributes her poetry to Puerto Rico Sun. She may be reached at sallypatches@yahoo.com.
Saturday, October 08, 2005
Sweet Companions
By Samaris Ayala
My sweetest companions have been clowns and
angels.
A park has a statue as a companion. The children
elderly and animals
All love the statue
My solitude is a companion to peace
Music is a companion to its listener
It creates a road to imagination
Illusions of solitude appear in my dreams
Often my loneliness is an opportunity
It is a comfort rather than a perturbance
Darkness is the color of my emotions
Consequently I live my life through shadows
An outline is present, its definition is conceived
through
transparency
NYC-based Samaris Ayala contributes her poetry to Puerto Rico Sun. She may be reached at sallypatches@yahoo.com.
By Samaris Ayala
My sweetest companions have been clowns and
angels.
A park has a statue as a companion. The children
elderly and animals
All love the statue
My solitude is a companion to peace
Music is a companion to its listener
It creates a road to imagination
Illusions of solitude appear in my dreams
Often my loneliness is an opportunity
It is a comfort rather than a perturbance
Darkness is the color of my emotions
Consequently I live my life through shadows
An outline is present, its definition is conceived
through
transparency
NYC-based Samaris Ayala contributes her poetry to Puerto Rico Sun. She may be reached at sallypatches@yahoo.com.
Friday, October 07, 2005
Community Happening
Note: I am curator of the BLOGS exhibit. The Puerto Rico Sun photo group and this blog will be featured. Clarisel
MediaNoche
presents
BLOGS:
An exhibition of photoblogs -- NYC Exposition, Puerto Rico Sun, and
East Harlem.
October 14 - November 26, 2005
Opening Reception: Friday, October 14, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Viewing: Tuesday - Saturday, 3PM - 7PM
Artists' talk: Saturday, October 22, 3PM
MediaNoche
161 East 106th Street, First Floor
(between Lexington and Third Avenues)
New York City
For info: PRdream/MediaNoche, 212.828.0401,MediaNoche
BLOGS, the new fall exhibition at MediaNoche explores how photoblogs are changing the photographic landscape and opening up new possibilities for visual communication and exchange. Learn how photographers worldwide are sharing their work and building online communities using photoblogs. See how the nature of exhibiting photographs is being transformed.
BLOGS represents a rupture in the way photographs are traditionally exhibited and sold, allowing the presentation of over 1,000 works in MediaNoche's space and converting viewers into bloggers who can interact with the printless photographs on display.
=======================================
Judith Escalona
Director
PRDREAM.COM
161 East 106th Street
(212)828-0401
http://www.prdream.com
Empowering community through technology
========================================
Note: I am curator of the BLOGS exhibit. The Puerto Rico Sun photo group and this blog will be featured. Clarisel
MediaNoche
presents
BLOGS:
An exhibition of photoblogs -- NYC Exposition, Puerto Rico Sun, and
East Harlem.
October 14 - November 26, 2005
Opening Reception: Friday, October 14, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Viewing: Tuesday - Saturday, 3PM - 7PM
Artists' talk: Saturday, October 22, 3PM
MediaNoche
161 East 106th Street, First Floor
(between Lexington and Third Avenues)
New York City
For info: PRdream/MediaNoche, 212.828.0401,
BLOGS, the new fall exhibition at MediaNoche explores how photoblogs are changing the photographic landscape and opening up new possibilities for visual communication and exchange. Learn how photographers worldwide are sharing their work and building online communities using photoblogs. See how the nature of exhibiting photographs is being transformed.
BLOGS represents a rupture in the way photographs are traditionally exhibited and sold, allowing the presentation of over 1,000 works in MediaNoche's space and converting viewers into bloggers who can interact with the printless photographs on display.
=======================================
Judith Escalona
Director
PRDREAM.COM
161 East 106th Street
(212)828-0401
http://www.prdream.com
Empowering community through technology
========================================
Thursday, October 06, 2005
Community News
Press Release
Banco Popular Celebrates 112th Anniversary and Hispanic Heritage With Los Emigrantes Art Exhibit and Five DreamMaker Awards
Los Emigrantes to City Hall, An Exhibit with Works by Antonio Cortes
ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Popular North America (BPNA), one of the country's leading community banks, today celebrates its 112th Anniversary and National Hispanic Heritage Month with the unveiling of "Un verano en Nueva York - Serie Los Emigrantes", an art exhibit featuring the works of renowned Puerto Rican artist Antonio Cortes, and by Making Dreams Happen for five local organizations selected to receive this year's DreamMaker Award from the Banco Popular Foundation, dedicated to support community empowerment initiatives.
"I cannot think of a better way to honor Banco Popular's 112th year of history and community legacy than to recognize the invaluable contributions community-based organizations make every day toward the betterment of our region. I salute the five Central Florida 2005 DreamMaker Award recipient organizations for their relentless commitment to education, economic and cultural development of our communities throughout the region," expressed Mercedes F. McCall, Central Florida-Region Executive for Banco Popular North America.
During the anniversary reception, Honorable Buddy Dryer, Mayor of the City of Orlando, joined McCall to congratulate representatives from the award-winning organizations including: Hispanic Business Initiative Fund, Central Florida Police Athletic League, Orlando Science Center, Hope & Help of Central Florida and The Russell Home.
"I am pleased to join Banco Popular during its 112th anniversary celebration, a significant milestone in today's changing financial world. Banco Popular's commitment to providing much needed access to capital through its top Small Business Administration lending program, has not only helped thousands of area entrepreneurs achieve financial independence, but has also made an invaluable contribution to the economic well being of our City," expressed Mayor Buddy Dryer, City of Orlando. "As we celebrate this year's Hispanic Heritage Month, I stand proud with Banco Popular to acknowledge and applaud the contributions of the Hispanic community to the cultural, civic and economic mosaic of the City of Orlando. We are proud to welcome at City Hall this year's Banco Popular exhibit Los Emigrantes by famed Puerto Rican artist Antonio Cortes."
In line with Banco Popular's longstanding commitment to the arts, the Bank celebrates the fourth installment of its annual traveling art program with the unveiling of "Un verano en Nueva York - Serie Los Emigrantes". The exhibit, which will be on display at City Hall during the month of October, is a celebration of the lives, struggles and experiences of Puerto Ricans and Hispanics who relocate to the United States in search of their "American Dream". Banco Popular along with the City of Orlando, Galos Corporation, American Airlines, PanAmerican Express, A. Cueto Gallery, Telemundo Orlando and the Orlando Sentinel, are the sponsors of this unique showcase of Antonio Cortes' work.
About Los Emigrantes and Antonio Cortes:
In Los Emigrantes, Antonio Cortes captures the experiences lived by Puerto Rican immigrants in New York during the 1980s and 1990s. Cortes lived and studied in New York City for more than 10 years where he developed his craft and style. Born in Cidra, Puerto Rico, he holds an M.A. in Studio Art and has furthered his studies in Columbia University. He has exhibited all over the world with resounding success.
About Banco Popular:
Banco Popular North America is a subsidiary of Popular, Inc., with more than $44 billion in assets and is ranked among the country's 30 largest bank holding companies. BPNA operates 137 branches in California, Texas, Illinois, New York, New Jersey and Florida. Popular, Inc. was named one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" in 2005 by FORTUNE Magazine and ranks among the top 10 Small Business Administration lenders in the country. Banco Popular was founded 112 years ago in Puerto Rico. For more information, visit http://www.bancopopular.com.
Source: Banco Popular North America
Press Release
Banco Popular Celebrates 112th Anniversary and Hispanic Heritage With Los Emigrantes Art Exhibit and Five DreamMaker Awards
Los Emigrantes to City Hall, An Exhibit with Works by Antonio Cortes
ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Popular North America (BPNA), one of the country's leading community banks, today celebrates its 112th Anniversary and National Hispanic Heritage Month with the unveiling of "Un verano en Nueva York - Serie Los Emigrantes", an art exhibit featuring the works of renowned Puerto Rican artist Antonio Cortes, and by Making Dreams Happen for five local organizations selected to receive this year's DreamMaker Award from the Banco Popular Foundation, dedicated to support community empowerment initiatives.
"I cannot think of a better way to honor Banco Popular's 112th year of history and community legacy than to recognize the invaluable contributions community-based organizations make every day toward the betterment of our region. I salute the five Central Florida 2005 DreamMaker Award recipient organizations for their relentless commitment to education, economic and cultural development of our communities throughout the region," expressed Mercedes F. McCall, Central Florida-Region Executive for Banco Popular North America.
During the anniversary reception, Honorable Buddy Dryer, Mayor of the City of Orlando, joined McCall to congratulate representatives from the award-winning organizations including: Hispanic Business Initiative Fund, Central Florida Police Athletic League, Orlando Science Center, Hope & Help of Central Florida and The Russell Home.
"I am pleased to join Banco Popular during its 112th anniversary celebration, a significant milestone in today's changing financial world. Banco Popular's commitment to providing much needed access to capital through its top Small Business Administration lending program, has not only helped thousands of area entrepreneurs achieve financial independence, but has also made an invaluable contribution to the economic well being of our City," expressed Mayor Buddy Dryer, City of Orlando. "As we celebrate this year's Hispanic Heritage Month, I stand proud with Banco Popular to acknowledge and applaud the contributions of the Hispanic community to the cultural, civic and economic mosaic of the City of Orlando. We are proud to welcome at City Hall this year's Banco Popular exhibit Los Emigrantes by famed Puerto Rican artist Antonio Cortes."
In line with Banco Popular's longstanding commitment to the arts, the Bank celebrates the fourth installment of its annual traveling art program with the unveiling of "Un verano en Nueva York - Serie Los Emigrantes". The exhibit, which will be on display at City Hall during the month of October, is a celebration of the lives, struggles and experiences of Puerto Ricans and Hispanics who relocate to the United States in search of their "American Dream". Banco Popular along with the City of Orlando, Galos Corporation, American Airlines, PanAmerican Express, A. Cueto Gallery, Telemundo Orlando and the Orlando Sentinel, are the sponsors of this unique showcase of Antonio Cortes' work.
About Los Emigrantes and Antonio Cortes:
In Los Emigrantes, Antonio Cortes captures the experiences lived by Puerto Rican immigrants in New York during the 1980s and 1990s. Cortes lived and studied in New York City for more than 10 years where he developed his craft and style. Born in Cidra, Puerto Rico, he holds an M.A. in Studio Art and has furthered his studies in Columbia University. He has exhibited all over the world with resounding success.
About Banco Popular:
Banco Popular North America is a subsidiary of Popular, Inc., with more than $44 billion in assets and is ranked among the country's 30 largest bank holding companies. BPNA operates 137 branches in California, Texas, Illinois, New York, New Jersey and Florida. Popular, Inc. was named one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" in 2005 by FORTUNE Magazine and ranks among the top 10 Small Business Administration lenders in the country. Banco Popular was founded 112 years ago in Puerto Rico. For more information, visit http://www.bancopopular.com.
Source: Banco Popular North America
Tres Reyes Magos
"Wood carving representing Los Tres Reyes Magos. This is another creation of our local artisans." -- boricua491000 says.
Wednesday, October 05, 2005
House Boat II
By Dulcelife
Lajas is a small town located in Puerto Rico's southwest. The town was founded in 1883 by Teodoro Jacome Pagan.
Lajas is famous for its main tourist attraction, Phosphorescent Bay, a place where luminescent dinoflagellates of different colors appear when the water moves. The origin of the colored lights is the object of many legends.
Tuesday, October 04, 2005
Monday, October 03, 2005
Sunday, October 02, 2005
Featured story:
Bennington Banner - City & Town Pastor starts up only Hispanic church in Vt. Y es boricua.
Bennington Banner - City & Town Pastor starts up only Hispanic church in Vt. Y es boricua.
Museum in My Heart
By Samaris Ayala
A museum, thats what my apartment from childhood
resembled
It is not unlike my dreams portray.
Among the crimson red sofa and wooden bed sets,
was the comfort of presence.
A presence of history.
My childhood no longer has evidence.
Places of my life seem to have a coherence of study.
Books and needlepoint remain embedded in the small
space
Temptation to destroy and begin have suffered over
the years
Always hoping for a new beginning
For this reason there is no burial for my brother
His home is an altar
I create altars where Ive lived
Yet it seems to have a birth of livelihood
On my own I manage in most risky places
People places and things, yet I concentrate on my
assignments.
I always had a space for a desk and a few books
In the museum the books were salvaged for years
Then they are lost
Yet they are in my imagination
We study to forgive
Those around me have forgiven
Therefore, I too forgive
The museum is in my heart
NYC-based writer Samaris Ayala contributes her poetry to Puerto Rico Sun. Ayala says
"Museum in My Heart" is "about leaving my home of forty
years."
Ayala may be reached at sallypatches@yahoo.com.
By Samaris Ayala
A museum, thats what my apartment from childhood
resembled
It is not unlike my dreams portray.
Among the crimson red sofa and wooden bed sets,
was the comfort of presence.
A presence of history.
My childhood no longer has evidence.
Places of my life seem to have a coherence of study.
Books and needlepoint remain embedded in the small
space
Temptation to destroy and begin have suffered over
the years
Always hoping for a new beginning
For this reason there is no burial for my brother
His home is an altar
I create altars where Ive lived
Yet it seems to have a birth of livelihood
On my own I manage in most risky places
People places and things, yet I concentrate on my
assignments.
I always had a space for a desk and a few books
In the museum the books were salvaged for years
Then they are lost
Yet they are in my imagination
We study to forgive
Those around me have forgiven
Therefore, I too forgive
The museum is in my heart
NYC-based writer Samaris Ayala contributes her poetry to Puerto Rico Sun. Ayala says
"Museum in My Heart" is "about leaving my home of forty
years."
Ayala may be reached at sallypatches@yahoo.com.
Friday, September 30, 2005
Thursday, September 29, 2005
Julia by Sam
By Samaris Ayala
Julia
If they didn't help Julia
How can I imagine
For my art to be special
Just like to teach
If they refused to help
My imagination
Is viewed as special
My work is a catharsis
Of many emotions
And at times I'm misunderstood
That's all I do
If they refused to help
What can you expect from me
Her words were
precious
In her time she had
demons
Yet she yearned like
me to be appreciated
She was the voice
of many
Yet she died inebriated
NYC-based Samaris Ayala contributes her poetry to Puerto Rico Sun. She may be reached at sallypatches@yahoo.com.
By Samaris Ayala
Julia
If they didn't help Julia
How can I imagine
For my art to be special
Just like to teach
If they refused to help
My imagination
Is viewed as special
My work is a catharsis
Of many emotions
And at times I'm misunderstood
That's all I do
If they refused to help
What can you expect from me
Her words were
precious
In her time she had
demons
Yet she yearned like
me to be appreciated
She was the voice
of many
Yet she died inebriated
NYC-based Samaris Ayala contributes her poetry to Puerto Rico Sun. She may be reached at sallypatches@yahoo.com.
Wednesday, September 28, 2005
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