Youth/Juventud

Youth Opportunities

14TH ANNUAL VAMOS A PESCAR, LET'S GO FISHING

August 5th, 6 am -2 pm, Free, bring you lawn chairs, sunscreen and water bottles and join us at this annual family fishing event. Pre-register online at www. letsgofishinglubbock.com. Children up to 17 years-old must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by Los Hermanos Familia. At Buddy Holly Lake on University Ave & Cesar E Chavez Dr.

CLAPP POOL OPEN Normal Operating

Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Cost: Adults 18+: $3, Youth 3-17: $2, Under 2: Free. Located at 46th Street. The last day of the pool season is Saturday, August 5, 2023.

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH BY BRITTANY & DEVINS ANGELS

August 5, 2023, at 1 pm – 3 pm, at YWCA of Lubbock.

BACK TO SCHOOL SUMMER FUN FEST Community Health Center of Lubbock

Saturday, August 5, 2023, 9 am – 12 pm

BACK2SCHOOL FESTIVAL East Lubbock Art House, 405 M.L.K. Jr Blvd Thursday, August 10, 2023, at 4 pm – 6 pm.

CITY WIDE BACK TO SCHOOL

BASH at Mahon Library at 1306 9th St, on August 11, 2023, at 4 pm.

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH Lubbock Dream Center, 1111 30th, on Saturday, August 12, 2023, from 9 am – 12 pm.

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH O.L. Slaton, 1602 32nd, on Sunday, August 13, 2023, from 1 – 5 pm.

TEEN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

HOSTED BY CIVIL AIR PATROL learn a little about Civil Air Patrol, and take some valuable information home with you on leadership skills. This course is free and open to anyone between the ages of 12 and 18. RSVP at following link: https://docs.google. com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeJq78z1nS0FdK WN3Ir8-QyIV3Lj5X6XJomFudUOHi1S0sf3A/viewform On 08/12/2023 01:30 PM –08/12/2023 04:30 PM

TEEN LINK Teens will talk about different important topics with activities connected to the day’s topic. Snacks will be provided. Register by calling 806775-3362 or sign up in person at the Godeke Branch Library. Ages 13-18.

FREE ONLINE MOVIES FOR KIDS online movies for all ages available through the OverDrive App (not Libby) or on the website lubbock.overdrive.com!

Copyright 2023 by Latino Lubbock

In a few days, it is the start of my junior year. My second to last first day of school. My birthday was just a few days ago, and I turned 17, essentially my last year as a kid. I am shocked that time has moved by so fast. I used to tell my mom, “Hey, there are only a few more months of me being a kid”. She would jokingly ask me to stop messing around. I realize now that I’m not ready to be an adult nor do I desire to be. I understand that as time passes, I get closer and closer to being an adult, and I’m terrified. My whole life, I have grown up living at my house with my brothers and parents, and I am nervous about what the future holds as I get older. Time has a funny way of speeding by without noticing it. However, I know that my family will always be there for me.

WORLD SERIES BOUND: Lubbock’s Junior Little League Team, the ‘Southwest,’ is one tournament away from going to the World Series! The team of 13 and 14-year-old boys. The Southwest is undefeated so far, recently winning the Little League Junior Division State Championship. Congratulations and good luck from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Icome back from a medical mission trip saying, “always thank everyone for their work, and leave no one feeling unappreciated.” It was a heartfelt experience to speak to young children in Spanish and comfort the parents of children who underwent surgery. I even got to help make incisions, remove an extra finger, and suture an entire wound!

Besides three full days of surgeries, camaraderie was established, and home-cooked meals were enjoyed! The team consisted of 6 plastic surgeons, many nurses, a few anesthesiologists, and three students. Although the two-hour car rides between the clinic and airport were long and bumpy, we all had the opportunity to get to know one another. I now return to the United States eager to share my experiences as I begin a new chapter in Maryland. Every time I discuss my professional goals to individuals, they remind me of the privilege and honor found in having a career in both research and medicine. I can’t wait to see where God wants me to be in the future. All I can do now is continue to persevere, wake up early, and keep my gratitude intact— God has blessed me with a beautiful life!

Bailee Alonzo - is a recent graduate from Texas Tech, who majored in Biology/Pre- Med. She aspires to become a dermatolo- gist.

"Sabor Caribe"

New Book has Local Roots

Melissa Mendez, is a new author and illustrator. She graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts with an emphasis in Communication Design. Her book "Sabor Caribe" was inspired by the struggle to find bilingual Caribbeanthemed books for her daughters. "I envisioned a book series that celebrates Dominican culture and helps children connect with their heritage."

She's planning to launch a Kickstarter on August 14th. She will be holding an upcoming book reading at The Mom Lounge, here in Lubbock.

"Your support will help this project not only reach its full potential but fund children's books that focus on the inclusion and representation of all communities and backgrounds," she said.

To learn more visit www. latinolubbock.net/events

MACKENZIE FCCLA REPS: Monalisa Perez and Charleigh Martinez participated at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference in Denver, CO last week and the final results are in! They placed 8th nationally and scored at 95.33 out of 100 points. Way to go, ladies from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

In August

· Review your fall courses and get to know your class syllabus for each college course.

· Prepare, prepare, prepare.

· Make sure you identify a study spot on campus or at home.

· Keep seeking and applying for scholarships.

Anniversary Joe & Dolores Vargas 60th as of August 7, 1964

Anniversary Jesse & Yolanda Guzman, 54th as of August 2, 1969

Anniversary Emilio & Eloisa Abeyta, 47th as of July 10, 1976

FELICIDADES NACHO: Happy 100th Birthday to Ignacio "Nacho" Ibarra! Mr. Ibarra celebrated his centennial celebration among family and friends. His 100th birthday was on July 11th, however a special gathering in his honor was held at Alliance Church on July 9th. ¡Feliz cumpleaños número 100 a Ignacio "Nacho" Ibarra! El Sr. Ibarra celebró la celebración de su centenario entre familiares y amigos. Su cumpleaños número 100 fue el 11 de julio, sin embargo, el 9 de julio se llevó a cabo una reunión especial en su honor en Alliance Church.Continued blessings from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Anniversary Joe Jr. & Aurelia Rogers, 30th as of August 14, 1993 25th as of August 29, 1998

Anniversary John & Alina Seright,2nd as 18th as of August 5,2005

22nd as of August 11th, 2001

Anniversary Alcario & Lori Garcia, 4th as of August 10,2019