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I had to share this on this Memorial Day! This is why I am proud to be an American and a Christian! May God Bless our troops, their families and you and yours!

A fallen Marine’s letter to his family

I had not planned to write an essay on this holiday, but I just read a story that touched me so deeply I felt prompted to share it with you.  U.S. Marine Sgt. William Stacey was killed earlier this year in Afghanistan.  The 23-year-old wrote a letter to his family explaining why he was fighting, to be read in the event of his death.  Marine Gen. John Allen, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan, read the letter during a Memorial Day service today in Kabul.

Sgt. Stacey wrote: “There will be a child who will live because men left the security they enjoyed in their home to come to his.  He will have the gift of freedom which I have enjoyed for so long myself, and if my life brings the safety of a child who will one day change the world, then I know that it was worth it all.”

Today we remember 1.3 million men and women who died so we could live.  Each of them left the security of their homes to defend ours.  They paid the ultimate price (continue reading…)

A Mother’s Love…Lasts Forever       written by Brandy Lopez / Edited by Michael Arellano

Happy Mother’s Day to our Beautiful Moms! But more than mothers, you are Angels, Heroes and Blessed.  A mother’s love goes a long way, has no end and lasts forever!

But first, let me share a little about the mothers in my life – my mother and grandmother.  For those blessed to have a mother like them – you understand women with a heart of gold!

My grandmother helped raised me, so she was like a mother to me, but my mom is still my mom.  My grandmother did a beautiful job with her daughters, because my aunts are loving, caring and beautiful mothers themselves.

They all share the Word of God with their children.  They are teachers; they comfort; they encourage; they give us strength and showed us the respect we should always have for our mother.

I miss my “Abuelita.”  It’s hard for me to mention her because my heart aches and tears roll down my face as I cry and write this.  I miss you and love you, “mi ‘buelita:” “Feliz Dia De Las Madres!”

Now, about mom – when you walk into my mother’s home you become one of her children.  She welcomes you with open arms and is always ready to feed you.  Her heart is big, she does not judge, she is clean, enjoys company and loves her grandchildren.

My family always has gatherings at mom’s house, celebrating anything and everything just to be together, even though her health is waning.

Recently, at one of these gatherings, I saw her and one of her sisters dancing a Cumbia together.  This is something I had not seen in a while and I enjoyed watching them.

She loves all of her siblings the same and doesn’t favor one over another. To me, this is what makes a real mom: the ability to love without favorites.  Today, I love both my sisters the same – they are both beautiful moms and deserve “Mother of the Year” awards.

I recall my grandmother being the same as my mother is today.  I guess, in her heart, (continue reading…)

Latin Dance Workshop

Basic & Advanced Salsa – Merengue – Bachata

From Beginner to Intermediate Dancers

Gibaro de Puerto Rico

Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.

Beginner and intermediate dancers can learn from the pros with a Latin dance workshop taught by World-famous dance ensemble, Gibaro de Puerto Rico.

This one-day workshop presented by aMAEzing Events and Musical Bridges Around the World will take place Saturday, May 19, 2012 at the International Folk Culture Center at Our Lady of the Lake University, 411 SW 24th St.

Students will learn the signature energetic dance moves of basic and advanced Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata Latin dance.  In this one-day workshop, attendees will learn or reinforce basic steps to progress further and be able to Latin dance with a partner.  After the class, dancers will be able to use what they learn on the dance floor.  Partners are welcome however, if you don’t have one, you will be paired up at the workshop.  Cost is $65 and includes a light lunch.  Registration on May 19^th will start at 8:45am and the class will be held from 9:00am – 1:30pm.

Gíbaro de Puerto Rico is the top folklórico dance company on the island.  They are known for reflecting the island’s soul in their performances.  Since 1973, they have employed close to 70 artists yearly in an effort to honor and keep alive Puerto Rican folklore and culture.  They have won countless awards for their work.  Gíbaro de Puerto Rico has participated in hundreds of dance festivals and events throughout the world in more than 40 countries.  Some of the most notable performances have been opening the ceremony for Grandes Ligas (a soccer tournament), opening for the Miss Universe pageant in 2001, and on Good Morning America.

Musical Bridges Around the World is a 14-year-old nonprofit cultural and educational organization. Our concerts feature classical, jazz, and ethnic folk musicians in one-of-a-kind cross-cultural pairings that showcase San Antonio’s vibrant cultural heritage.  MBAW events appeal to both seasoned concertgoers and curious new listeners.

Tickets are on sale now.  Registration is $65, call 210-241-6644 for more information or register online at www.jivetickets.com/concerts/latin-dance-workshop.

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Caribbean Express

Performance by

Gibaro de Puerto Rico

Sunday, May 20, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.

 World-famous folkloric ensemble performed by Gibaro de Puerto Rico, will highlight the 14^th season of the Main Stage Concert Series presented by Musical Bridges Around the World.  The May 20^th performance “Caribbean Express” creates an unforgettable journey through the history of Caribbean music from its roots to the present.

Artistic Director Anya Grokhovski calls the ensemble performance “fiery” and “dynamic.”  There will be a “Meet the Artists” Chocolate Fountain Reception where guests can meet all the artists of Gibaro de Puerto Rico following the show.  “We are excited to bring such shows like this to the city, it is my mission To produce one of a kind multicultural performances by the finest classical, folk and jazz musicians in order to educate, enlighten and develop new audiences” says Grokhovski, Founder of Musical Bridges Around the World, his tie to the city brings an immeasurable value to the show.

This theatrical voyage will set sail at 3:00pm, Sunday, May 20^th at the McAllister Auditorium, on the campus of San Antonio College, located at 1300 San Pedro.  The first half will explore the influence of Taíno, Spanish, and African cultures, through Puerto Rican folkloric music that will make you sing and dance in your seats.  The second half of the concert, Gibaro de Puerto Rico will bring us to the present time, with Caribbean mambo, merengue, plena and salsa.

Gíbaro de Puerto Rico is the top folklórico dance company on the island.  They are known for reflecting the island’s soul in their performances.  Since 1973, they have employed close to 70 artists yearly in an effort to honor and keep alive Puerto Rican folklore and culture.  They have won countless awards for their work.  Gíbaro de Puerto Rico has participated in hundreds of dance festivals and events throughout the world in more than 40 countries.  Some of the most notable performances have been opening the ceremony for Grandes Ligas (a soccer tournament), opening for the Miss Universe pageant in 2001, and performing on Good Morning America.

Musical Bridges Around the World is a 14-year-old nonprofit cultural and educational organization. Our concerts feature classical, jazz, and ethnic folk musicians in one-of-a-kind cross-cultural pairings that showcase San Antonio’s vibrant cultural heritage.  MBAW events appeal to both seasoned concertgoers and curious new listeners.

Tickets are on sale now.  Ticket prices begin at $25 and senior, military, and student discounts are available.  Tickets may be purchased at musicalbridges.org, or online at jivetickets.com.

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Después de convertirse en  disco de platino en la Unión Americana, hoy toda la gente de México podrá disfrutar el nuevo disco de INTOCABLE en una versión Deluxe.

Los Angeles, Ca (May 9, 2012) – Hablar de 17 años de carrera se dice fácil, pero los 2 Grammys Americanos, 4 Grammys Latinos, ser nombrados como “El Grupo de la Decada” por Billboard, entre otro sinnúmero de reconocimientos es algo que no cualquier agrupación puede presumir y que en el caso de INTOCABLE es una realidad.

Hablar de 17 años de carrera se dice fácil, pero los 2 Grammys Americanos, 4 Grammys Latinos, ser nombrados como “El Grupo de la Decada” por Billboard, entre otro sinnúmero de reconocimientos es algo que no cualquier agrupación puede presumir y que en el caso de INTOCABLE es una realidad.

Hoy el grupo originario de Zapata, Texas, está de regreso en el mercado mexicano con el lanzamiento de su nuevo material titulado de manera homónima “ Intocable 2011” y el cual fue lanzado a mediados del año pasado en Estados Unidos, convirtiéndose en todo un suceso dentro de la industria musical, pues logró un disco de platino por más de 100, 000 copias vendidas, además resultó multinominado en todas las entregas de premios en la Unión Americana y sus sencillos ” Robarte un beso” y “Llueve”, se colocaron en las listas de popularidad como uno de los temas más pedidos por la gente en todas las estaciones de radio.

Un plus que INTOCABLE decidió incluir en este disco para el público mexicano es que es una versión deluxe que incluye un cd en el que además de los … temas de la versión original, también podemos disfrutar 2 remixes de … y un dvd con 7 videoclips de presentaciones en vivo del grupo.

Con 14 discos en su carrera y después de que desde el 2008 INTOCABLE no lanzaba un nuevo disco, hoy podemos disfrutar una producción en el que no sólo se muestra su sonido tradicional, caracerístico e incomparable, sino que también es notorio la calidad y producción del grupo que no por nada es considerada la máxima agrupación de música norteña en estos tiempos.

Sin lugar a dudas, así como “Intocable 2011″ se convirtió en todo un éxito en Estados Unidos, estamos seguro que correrará con la misma suerte en México, en donde son grandes consentidos del público que siempre está pendiente de cada nuevo proyecto de INTOCABLE.

Perfil Oficial En Línea:

www.grupointocable.com

www.facebook.com/grupointocable

@grupointocable

US Media Contacts:

Meyber Santos

786.546.2774

meyber353@aol.com

Happy Mother’s Day to all our Beautiful Moms! You are our Blessed mother, our Angel, Our Hero.

It’s a Blessing to know how a mothers love goes a long way and has no end no matter what!

Let me share a little bit with you about my mother for those of you who may not know her, but are blessed to have a mother just like her with a heart of gold!

When you walk into my mothers house you become (continue reading…)