Cultura
The Latino Center of the Midlands is a place where being Latino, Latina, or Latinx is celebrated. We’re a community center where culture thrives; a place where the door is open to everyone. Our community comes from many different countries and we created this page to celebrate that diversity.
Cultural Spotlight
My family and I are from Bogotá, Colombia. Family is an important aspect of my culture. Every weekend we gather to spend quality time and play games together. I am proud of how resilient my people are. When faced with challenges, we find the strength to get back up, and push through. One thing that makes Colombians unique is our love for celebration. Every accomplishment, whether it be a graduation, baptism, wedding, quinceañera, or life milestone, becomes an opportunity to come together!
Sebastian Chacon
Siembra Nebraska Coordinator
Playlist Spotlight
Sayings and Slang
Caballo – Horse (Honduras)
Directed towards someone who acts without thinking or doesn’t pay attention to what’s happening around him or her.
Va – Okay (Mexico)
Used at the end of the sentence as a confirmation of understanding.
Mamarracho – Ridiculous (Venezuela)
Refers to someone or something who is ridiculous.
Chance – pronounced CHAN-say (Spanglish)
Most of our staff are bilingual, and at our office, you’ll hear a variety of Spanglish words. The correct word in Spanish is Oportunidad (chance/opportunity).
¡Dame la chance de entrenar para el equipo!
Give me a chance to try out for the team!
Trailblazer
Ricky Martin | Singer
Ricky Martin, born December 24, 1971, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, rose to fame with the boy band Menudo and became a global pop icon with hits like “La Copa de la Vida” and “Livin’ la Vida Loca.”
Beyond his music career, Martin is a passionate advocate for children’s rights, working through UNICEF and his own Ricky Martin Foundation to combat child trafficking. He is also a strong supporter of LGBTQ+ rights, partnering with organizations like GLAAD and received the Vito Russo Award at the 2011 GLAAD Media Awards for his contributions to LGBTQ+ visibility.
