Viva Nola, inspired by the culture of the city of New Orleans and the great influence Spain, Latin America, and the Caribbean have had in the city of jazz, are celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month. National Hispanic Heritage Month is a period from  September 15 to October 15 in the United States for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.

Viva Nola will host a livestream across Zoom, Facebook, and YouTube platforms October 10 at 6 p.m.  Local performances will include a Tango dance by Maureen & Carlos, Latin music by Fermin Ceballos & Merengue 4-Four, Reggaeton by Deco Martinez, a cooking demo by Chef Will Avelar, folkloric dances by Vive Mi Tierra, a poem declamation by Daniela Bello, and messages from special guests. Madison Guzmán, the young musical triple threat who plays piano, sings, dances, and more is scheduled to perform, as well.

Sharing, commenting, and interacting during the live event will get viewers a chance to win prizes from Latino-owned restaurants and shops including Los Jefes, Cristy Cali, Tito’s Ceviche and Pisco, MIA Boutique, Miel Brewery, El Paso, a Mezcal tasting by Espíritu Mezcalería, Kay’s Boutique, a children’s book by Andrea Olatunji, a one-hour rental for NOLA Sports Center, and more.

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