Wellington Will Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Two Special Events In September

Assistant Village Manager Ed De La Vega will serve as moderator of the Hispanic Heritage Month Leaders Forum.

As part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the Village of Wellington is hosting two events in recognition of the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture and achievements of the United States.

Hispanic Heritage Month Leaders Forum — Wellington’s Hispanic Heritage Month Leaders Forum celebrates the vibrant contributions of Hispanic Americans who have played a vital role in shaping the community.

The event will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.).

The forum provides a unique opportunity for attendees to connect with influential leaders from the Hispanic and Latino communities of Wellington and Palm Beach County. Engage in meaningful conversations, ask questions and forge valuable relationships as people come together to share experiences, successes and lessons learned.

Light refreshments will be served. The forum is free to attend. Registration is required as spaces are limited.

Register through Eventbrite at wellingtonhhmleadersforum.eventbrite.com. The deadline to register is 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 16.

Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/hhmleadersforum for more information and the list of speakers.

Hispanic Heritage Night — In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the village is hosting a free Hispanic Heritage Night on Friday, Sept. 19, from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Join in honoring the rich heritage and continued impact of Hispanic Americans.

Hispanic Heritage Night will feature a variety of activities, DJ music and dancing, food trucks, traditional and interactive dance performances and vendors, along with presentations and performances by multiple Latinos in Action (LIA) groups from the School District of Palm Beach County.

Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/hispanicheritagenight to learn more about Hispanic Heritage Night.

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