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THE LATINO LIST Airs Tonight at 8:00 p.m. on HBO

September 29, 2011

The Latino List Airs on HBO Tonight at 8:00 p.m.

Explore what it means to be "Latino" in America in the 21st century by watching the premiere of HBO's latest documentary, THE LATINO LIST. 

Through this powerful piece, Director Timothy Greenfield-Sanders offers a unique glimpse into Hispanic America and its vibrant culture.

NPR Correspondent Maria Hinojosa interviews 16 prominent Hispanic Americans about growing up Latino and the challenges faced on their paths to achieving success. Also addressed are the issues of maintaining a distinct cultural identity in an evolving cultural landscape and how these Americans shaped that cultural landscape through their lives and actions.

This timely documentary brings to life the Latino experience in a very personal way.    


2011 CHCI 34th Annual Awards Gala Draws Washington's Elite

September 22, 2011

President Obama Addresses Gala Attendees

Once again this year, the CHCI Hispanic Heritage Month activities drew an impressive array of the Washington elite and important, national decision makers. While CHCI’s Public Policy Conference had the participation of Cabinet secretaries, White House officials, ambassadors, and more than 20 members from both houses of Congress, the 34th Annual Awards Gala drew them all, plus Congressional leaders, a Supreme Court Justice, international royalty, House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, and the President himself for a fourth year in a row.

Read more about CHCI's 34th Annual Awards Gala.


Thank You to CHCI Hispanic Heritage Month Sponsors

September 16, 2011

CHCI's 2011 Hispanic Heritage Month Events were a huge success!  This year's events featured members of Congress, Cabinet members, foreign digitaries, television and music celebrities, national leaders and industry experts, and of course, the President and First Lady. 

These events wouldn't be possible without the generous support of our sponsorsCHCI would like to thank every sponsor for its participation and dedication to Keeping the Promise to develop the next generation of Latino leaders.


Exclusive Sneak Peek of HBO's THE LATINO LIST Tonight

September 12, 2011

Join CHCI and AT&T tonight at the S. Dillion Ripley Center for the Arts & Culture Reception.  View the American Sabor: Latinos in Popular U.S. Music exhibit and catch a sneak peek of HBO's new documentary THE LATINO LIST, which will air on September 29.  Screening times are 7:15 and 8:00 p.m.

Filmmaker Timothy Greenfield-Sanders will be on hand to talk about this unique project with Maria Hinojosa. 

Heineken USA is providing shuttles to ensure attendees arrive to and from the event safely.

To attend this very special event, print this invitation and bring it with you to the Smithsonian Institution's S. Dillion Ripley Center.


CHCI’s Alumnus and Service Awards to be Presented at PPC Closing Luncheon

September 8, 2011

CHCI’s Public Policy Conference Closing Luncheon on September 13 will be a powerful ending to a meaningful public policy event.  First, CHCI is proud to honor two outstanding individuals who are national advocates for the Latino community in their own unique ways.  Orson Aguilar, Executive Director of The Greenlining Institute, will be presented with the 2011 Distinguished Alumnus Medallion of Excellence Award, and Writer/Director Chris Weitz will be honored with CHCI’s 2011 Excellence in Service Award.  Read More...

Register to Attend CHCI’s Public Policy Conference


CHCI Hosts Special Screening of Chris Weitz' A Better Life

September 7, 2011

On Tuesday, September 13, Writer/Director Chris Weitz will be honored at CHCI's Public Policy Conference Closing Luncheon with the 2011 Excellence in Service Award.  Immediately following the luncheon, Weitz will host a special screening of A Better Life, a poignant story of a father's love.  After the film, Jennice Fuentes will facilitate an exclusive Inside the Director's Studio post-film discussion.

Don't miss this special Hispanic Heritage Month Event, brought to you by CHCI and The Raben Group.  Email events@chci.org to reserve your seat!


President Obama and First Lady to Attend CHCI 34th Annual Awards Gala

August 31, 2011

CHCI Chair Rep. Charles A. Gonzalez announced today that President Barack Obama, joined by First Lady Michelle Obama, will address the largest Latino gala in the country at CHCI's 34th Annual Awards Gala on Wednesday, September 14, 2011, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.  This marks the fourth consecutive year President Obama has addressed the CHCI Gala, going back to when he was a presidential candidate in 2008.  More...


Gilberto Santa Rosa Salutes Latin Music Legends in CHCI’s Extraordinary Post-Gala Concert

August 26, 2011

Party with GRAMMY® Winning Tropical Artist Gilberto Santa Rosa
Reserve Your Table or Ticket Today
!

Billboard Magazine’s Tropical Artist of the Decade and GRAMMY®-award winning Gilberto Santa Rosa will take center stage to perform an amazing tribute to Latin music legends during CHCI’s 2nd Annual Post-Gala Concert, the culmination of CHCI’s Hispanic Heritage Month Events. Purchase your gala ticket now so you won’t miss this outstanding entertainer during D.C.’s hottest party.


Announcing CHCI’s Prestigious Chair’s Award; Join the Celebration on September 14

August 22, 2011

The Honorable Hilda L. Solis, Secretary of Labor and
The Honorable Ken Salazar, Secretary of the Interior

will Receive the Chair's Award on September 14

Share a Table with Your Colleagues to Celebrate These Individuals 

Honoring two prominent careers in public service and their lifelong dedication to improving the lives of all Americans, CHCI Chair Rep. Charles A. Gonzalez has announced his selection for the 2011 Chair’s Award—Secs. Hilda L.Solis and Ken Salazar. 

This prestigious award, along with the Medallions of Excellence, will be presented at CHCI’s 34th Annual Awards Gala on September 14 in Washington, D.C.  Read more...


Chris Storin Joins Paul Rodriguez in Reyes of Comedy’s Spectacular Showcase

August 19, 2011

Join Paul Rodriguez and Show Your Support!

Up-and-coming comedian Chris Storin has been added to an all-star line-up of Latino comedians who will showcase their talent at CHCI’s 11th Annual Reyes of Comedy.  Storin’s fun, energetic style enhances his humorous stories of growing up as the “half-breed” son of a Latina mom and a white dad.  Storin joins the hilariously funny and always entertaining Paul Rodriguez, and popular entertainers Shayla Rivera and Mike RoblesLearn more about these comedians and the spectacular showcase on September 13, which benefits CHCI's youth leadership development programs.

Order Tickets Now through LIVENATION.com for an uproariously funny night of comedy at the historic Warner Theatre. 


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