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Diez y Seis de Septiembre September 13-14, 2019

Freshly squeezed Unique accordion stylings of AJ Castillo to highlight festival’s two-day music lineup.

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This informational booklet is published by the Lockhart Post-Register in cooperation with the Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and all of our sponsors and advertisers, with input from the City of Lockhart. The information provided is intended to be a broad overview of the events and activities Lockhart has to offer during the celebration of Diez y Seis de Septiembre.

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Welcome to Lockhart On behalf of the citizens of Lockhart, the Lockhart City Council is proud to welcome you to the 33rd Annual Diez-y-Seis

de Septiembre celebration.

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Mayor Lew White, Mayor Pro-Tem Angie Gonzales-Sanchez Councilmembers: Juan Mendoza-District 1, John Castillo-District 2, Kara McGregor-District 3, Jeffry Michelson-District 4, Brad Westmoreland-At-Large

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The Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce welcomes family, friends, and community members to its annual Diez y Seis celebration in historic, downtown Lockhart on Sept. 13 and 14.

Also known as the “BBQ Capital of Texas”, Lockhart’s town square hosts this Hispanic cultural event, packed with experiences of all kinds for everyone to come and enjoy.

Entertainment is abound with performances by Lockhart High School’s Roaring Lion Band, Mariachi Capital, Lockhart’s own iLYANN, The Fossils, Broken Arrow, Junction, Tequila Rock Revolution featuring Haydn Vitera, and DJ 2DQ. Our headliners for this year’s event are Marcos Orozco performing Friday night at 10 p.m. and AJ Castillo on Saturday night at 10:30 p.m.

With all these amazing performances, there is something for everyone’s musical appetite!

And as far as appetites go, whether you’re craving tasty gorditas, mouthwatering tacos, delicious turkey legs, or Chairman Rob Ortiz, Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber roasted corn hot off the pit, there will be plenty of food choices to savor.

In case you’re hoping for artisan creations, many local and unique vendors of arts & crafts will be in attendance.

Also, one street is dedicated to exciting carnival rides for the kids!

Finally, there will be no shortage of mariachis and other local performers such as: The Fossils, Junction, Broken Arrow, and a Ballet Folklorico Tonantzin performance by the Ruiz Dance Studio!

On behalf of the 2019 Board of Directors, I would like to thank our stage sponsor, Pegasus Schools Inc, for their contribution to the festival. Other major sponsors include: ARA Transportation (Kyle), Green Group Holdings, LLC (130 Environmental Park), and the City of Lockhart.

Following our spectacular 2019 Cinco de Mayo event, we feel there is strong momentum going into our Diez y Seis de Septeimbre event. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for further updates.

Ultimately, this event would not be possible without our members. Our membership has continued to grow, and we’re excited that we can continue to host this celebration for our community. Diez y Seis provides a unique opportunity to learn about and appreciate the Hispanic culture including its music, food, and fun; events such as these help to build a community up and bring us all together in the spirit of inclusiveness and unity. Our sponsors and members make it possible to do such things, and we are overjoyed to invite you to this year’s event.

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Welcome everyone to this year’s Diez-y-Seis Celebration on the Lockhart Historic Square!

It has been more than 200 years since Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla read the Grito de Hidalgo to launch the Mexican War of Independence against Spain. It was Father Hidalgo who used the image of the Virgin de Guadalupe on a staff to symbolize the Mexican Liberation movement.

This year, our community gathers to commemorate this occasion with a fun filled family tradition. Friday will feature the annual kickoff welcome by Caldwell County Greater Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President Mike Capello, with food and arts and crafts booths. There will be a carnival for the kids and music.

Lockhart Mayor Lew White A variety of performers will provide Friday night’s entertainment. Saturday will be an all day affair with more food, music, arts and craft booths. The carnival will be in full swing. Live music will continue through the evening.

Our businesses on the square will be open as usual, with a wide variety of shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities. So come on down to the Square for a warm welcome, cool refreshments, great music and give a big thanks to the Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce!

Sincerely, Lew White Mayor, City of Lockhart

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AJ Castillo. Courtesy photo

Castillo y Orozco Talented headliners AJ Castillo and Marcos Orozco to entertain Latin music fans Diez Y Seis is about more than music, but after the sun goes down on Friday nights and Saturday nights, the courthouse square comes alive as well-known Tejano artists take the stage for a one-of-a-kind concert you have to see to believe.

This year, Marcos Orozco will be the featured act on Friday night, and eclectic accordionist extraordinaire AJ Castillo will headline on Saturday.

For fans of Tejano music and those who appreciate the sounds of an ordnately customized accordion, Castillo needs no introduction.

Castillo, who will take the stage at 10:30 Saturday is a Latin artist known for his unique accordion sound and style, his energetic LIVE performances, and his extraordinary custom accordions.

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countless studio recordings and performances, in late 2008 he felt it was time to step to the front of the stage and introduced a fresh new sound that expands the boundaries of accordion music. From the release of his debut CD in 2009 to his CD in 2014 (Sin LĂ­mites) that debuted on Billboard at #15 on the Latin Pop Albums chart (07.26.2014) to his most recent release in 2017, Castillo is becoming a well-known accordionist, singer, song writer, performer, and producer.

Castillo is a native of Austin, and is a graduate of The University of Texas at San Antonio. Born to a musical family, he was introduced to the accordion by his grandfather. He started playing the accordion at the age of 10 and began his professional music career at 13. Today, this young talented musician is reaching Latin music fans all over the world and is being recognized by professionals in the Latin music industry.

Marcos Orozco. Courtesy photo

With the release of each consecutive project, AJ has taken his music to the next level and continues to amaze people with his ability to infuse different styles of music to create his new unique sound. Joining him on this journey is his younger brother and promising vocalist, Sergio Castillo. Sergio brings another level of versatility to the group with his strong vocal ability.

Together, they are committed to producing high quality music that can cross boundaries and appeal to fans in all genres of Latin music.

Orozco takes the stage Friday night at 10 p.m.

As a child, Orozco had a true passion for music. His love of music wasn’t just a phase. He continued to play music throughout the years and is now one of Tejano

music’s best known artists.

He is continuously working hard on writing new songs and producing great music.

His career began as the lead vocalist for Los Fabulosos Cuatro in 1990. He recorded three CD’s with them, including: Alma Rota, Simplemente Fabulosos, and On Our Own. In 1993, Marcos joined David Lee Garza Y Los Musicales as their lead vocalist. During his six years with Los Musicales, he recorded six CD’s which include: Silver Edition, Ya Me Canse, Algo Diferente, Tejano Class, Tour 98 and Nadie Como Yo. Marcos also was Los Musicales main songwriter. He wrote hits such as “Boca Roja”, “Para Ti”, “Una Noche Mas” and many others. He won numerous awards from the

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Texas Talent Musicians Association as well as BMI awards for his songs “Tu Boca Roja” and “Una Noche Mas”. He also received a Grammy nomination for the CD “Nadie Como Yo”. After his 6th CD with Los Musicales, Marcos went on to pursue a solo career.

In 2001, Orozco released his 1st CD as a solist entitled “Ahora Y Siempre Simplemente Marcos”. In 2002 Marcos released his CD entitled “A Mi Manera” which won the award for Most Promising Band. In 2003 Marcos released his entitled “Paso a Paso”, featuring twenty of his greatest hits. His next CD Sentimientos showcases his versatile music ability.

In 2009, Orozco established his own record label, OROMAR RECORDS and released “Un Paso Mas”, which

Lockhart’s own iLYANN is among the local artists who will perform. See page 10 for concert times.

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included the hit “Sin Lado Izquierdo”. In 2010 his second release under OROMAR RECORDS “Asi Es El Amor” produced another hit “Costumbres”. In 2011 the CD “Emociones” includes “El Hombre Que Mas Te Amo” and “Porque Me Haces Llorar” two of his biggest hits.

August 2012 Marcos released “Cien Por Ciento Marcos Orozco” consisting of 12 tracks all written by Marcos.

In 2013 Marcos was invited by David Lee Garza to record one of his compositions “Soy Del Amor Un Soñador” on the CD “Just Friends” for which Marcos received a Latin Grammy.

“Musica En La Piel” under Oromar Records was released January 2014.

To date, Orozco has recorded 18 albums.

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Commemorating independence

Why Diez y Seis is celebrated

Every year on the 16th of September the President of Mexico addresses the Mexican people from the balcony of the National Palace with the modern version of the famous Grito de Dolores. He shouts Vivas! to the leaders of the Mexican Revolution and ends with a cheer echoed three times by the huge crowds that have gathered: “Viva México!”

His cry is echoed throughout Mexico by the governor of each state.

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, September 13 6-6:30 p.m.: Ilyann 7-8:30 p.m.: Junction 8:45-10:15 p.m.: DA Crazy Pimpz 10:30 p.m.-12 a.m.-Marcos Orozco Saturday, September 14 12-2 p.m.: DJ Sammy 2-3:15 p.m.: The Fossils 3:15-4:30 p.m.: DJ 2DQ 4:30-5:30 p.m.: Mariachi Capital 5:45-6:15 p.m.: LHS Roaring Lion Band 6:15-8:15 p.m.: Tequila Rock Revolution 7-7:30 p.m.: Ballet Folklorico Tonantzin 8:30-10:15 p.m.: Broken Arrow/ Grito Presentation 10:30 p.m.-12 a.m.: AJ Castillo

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The Grito, or shout, caps a day of festivals in Mexico City and other urban areas and ushers in a new year of independent Mexico. Perhaps most importantly, it reminds the people of the origins of their nation and those that fought and died so that Mexico may be free.

The Grito commemorates Sept. 16, 1810, when a parish priest in the town of Dolores in the State of Guanajuato, Miguel Hidalgo, rang the church bells and called his parishioners to fight for independence. The movement for Mexican independence, officially proclaimed in 1821, had several precursors.

In the eighteenth century there were over 100 small, ill-advised rebellions, but none came close to realizing the goal of a Mexico independent of Spain and rule by criollos, or people of Spanish descent who were born in the colony of Nueva EspaĂąa, or New Spain. The

Miguel Hidalgo was a criollo who was more concerned with the daily needs of his parishioners than their spiritual ones. He was tired of the constant poverty and mistreatment the people received from the peninsulares, or the Spanish administrators who came to New Spain for profit. Hidalgo introduced new industries such as wool weaving, carpentry, and bee keeping to help the economic condition of the peasants and started a reading group with like-minded criollos.

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movement that began in 1810 was the first that attracted large numbers of the population, most notably the indigenous peasants.

New Spain had been in constant political turmoil since Napoleon seized the Spanish throne in 1808. The Napoleonic threat united the criollos and mestizos, offspring of mixed marriages between Spanish and Amerindian. As the literary societies that Hidalgo initiated grew in popularity, a date was set for the declaration of revolution: Dec. 8, 1810.

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the plan was revealed to the authorities and the leaders were sought by the Spanish officials. Deciding that the time had come to ignite the people, Hidalgo rang the church bells in the early morning hours of Sept. 16, calling his parishioners to mass.

No one knows exactly what Hidalgo said that early September morning.

Dozens of different versions have come down to us today, but each speech has a common theme. The priest was calling his people to fight to restore the true religion and protect their natural rights as Mexicans, not as subjects of distant Spain. The enormous army that Hidalgo was able to muster was

The enormous army that Hidalgo was able to muster was comprised mostly of indigenous peasants with criollo leaders and was able to capture many important cities, even threatening the Capital. comprised mostly of indigenous peasants with criollo leaders and was able to capture many important cities, even threatening the Capital.

In early 1811 the makeshift army disbanded and Hidalgo was betrayed, tried, and executed. In his place arose another priestleader, José María Morelos.

Morelos would lead the various factions that desired independence for the

next four years. With the death of Morelos in 1815 the revolutionary fervor subsided and the banner of revolution finally was picked up by a conservative criollo general, Agustín de Iturbide. In an ironic twist, the conservative Iturbide joined the once liberal revolution in response to the adoption of a liberal constitution in Spain.

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Mexican independence day is often confused with the celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Actually, Cinco de Mayo celebrates a victorious battle fought by the Mexican troops against French invaders.

Both Sept. 16 and May 5 are celebrated in Mexico to commemorate the continued independence of the Mexican nation. The festivities are marked by parades, fairs, dancing, and fireworks. The Mexican celebration is enjoyed by all members of the nation and is a great display of national pride.

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OTHER LOCKHART TRADITIONS Now that you’ve visited and had some time to explore all Lockhart has to offer, we hope that you enjoyed the 31st annual Diez y Seis celebration, and we want you to come back and see us again.

The City of Lockhart, the Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and other organizations host community events throughout the year, and we welcome you to join us.

The Annual March In Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King is hosted by the City of Lockhart and District One Pride on the observed Martin Luther King, Jr., holiday, on the third Monday in January. Honoring the traditions of service, unity and education, members of the community of all races, creeds and ages join together for a walk from Lockhart City Hall, through Historic Downtown to a soulfood luncheon and program.

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Cinco de Mayo is a celebration held the first weekend in May and host arts and crafts, food booths, and beverages with a dance each night. For more information contact the Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at (512) 398-9600.

Evening with the Authors is the annual fundraiser for the Friends of the Dr. Eugene Clark Library. The event is scheduled for the first Saturday in October in Rebecca Hawener’s Enchanted Gardens. For more information call (512) 398-

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On the first Saturday of December each year the town of Lockhart, Texas is transformed into a Dickens’ style Christmas. A fun time is always had by all who attend this grand annual event at the Dr. Eugene Clark Library and around the Downtown Square. “A Dickens’ Christmas in Lockhart” is sponsored by the Friends of the Library, City of Lockhart, and the Lockhart Chamber of Commerce and is a holiday gift to its residents and visitors to Lockhart and Caldwell County.

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