MIRA LATINO, CHECK OUT THESE PLACES BEFORE THE SUMMER MOVE ON!

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MIRA LATINO, CHECK OUT THESE PLACES BEFORE THE SUMMER MOVE ON! This summer, at least before its over, make sure to visit some of the places I’m recommending for you to visit and experience. What’s a summer without visiting Buffalo’s unique places this season? 1: Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside, Buffalo, N.Y. (https://buffalozoo.org): Beautiful 23.5 acre zoo, one of the oldest in the US, includes lions, tigers, bison’s, giraffes, elephants, exotic birds, sea lions; an inside reptile exhibit; an exotic bird indoor exhibits, and more. 2: Canalside (https://www.canalsidebufflo.com/): Take a nice long walk at Canalside Buffalo’s Waterfront, there’s the giant sandbox called the beach, games tables, playground, boat rentals, biking, boat tours, and eating, activities for the entire family. 3: Tifft Nature Preserve ((http://www.tifft.org/): 264 acres, along with  5 miles of nature trails, home to ponds,, marshes, and woodlands, great for long walks, hiking, exploring and bird watching; learn about the flora, and fauna. 4: Buffalo Botanical Gardens (https//buffalogarden.com/): You don’t have to get right out into the mountains or plains to enjoy what mother nature has created! You can have a beautiful experience right in the heart of New York State, a natural historic site, so kids can not only play, but learn a great deal too 5: Buffalo Harbor State Park (http://parks.ny.gov/191/details.aspx):  First state park in Buffalo, boasting beautiful views of Lake Erie, home to a 1,100 slip marina, a restaurant, boat launches, personal watercraft launches, fish cleaning station, and a beach for strolling and sunbathing, a nautical themed playground great for kids of all ages. 6: Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park (https://buffalonavalpark.org/): The largest inland naval park in the U.S. featuring several decommissioned U.S. Naval vessels; USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and the USS Croaker which are all open for tours. Located at Buffalo’s waterfront, the park includes indoor museum exhibits that are great for families, groups, and events; and don’t forget to visit our memorial dedicated to our Latino soldiers. 7: Adventure Landing (https:buffalo.adventurelanding.com/): Take your children to Adventure Landing for a round of  mini-golf or indoors, enjoy the arcade (more than 60 games), and there’s also a Teddy Bear Factory, where children can create their own teddy Bear. 8: Buffalo Bison’s (https://www.mil.com/buffalo/ballpark/sahlen-field): Cheer and root for the minor league in a stadium seating as you munch on pop-corn and enjoy a cold beer, along with family and friends. 9: Buffalo Harbor Cruises (https://www.buffaloboatcruises.com): Allow yourself to enjoy a boat cruise along the Erie canal, and enjoy the distant view of the city of Buffalo’s skyline. 10: Kelkenberg Farm (http://www.kelkenbergfarm.com/): A family operated business open for educational tours, family visits, large events and group parties for all ages year-round; a real livestock and horse farm that has been welcoming farm visitors since 1980. Read More From This Writer All Post Business Culture Entertainment Food Government Health Interviews Lower West Side Business & Economic Development Medical Military & Veterans Our Community Peace People Sports MIRA LATINO, CHECK OUT THESE PLACES BEFORE THE SUMMER MOVE ON! August 25, 2019/No Comments POST TITLE (CAPITAL) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus Read More Absentee Slumlords June 25, 2019/No Comments Absentee Slumlords We have a serious issue going on in this city regarding absentee slumlords within the Ellicott district and Read More

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Perception & Perspective

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Perception & Perspective Let’s begin by knowing that perception in its definition means the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses. This is particularly important because we all have this awareness in our own specific capabilities which leads me to think of how one’s perspective can alter the outcome of what is originally perceived. Perspective’s meaning is an attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view. So, it is simple to understand that a person’s perspective directly influences their perception and vice versa. I bring this up because in today’s age of cyberspace, and virtually unlimited data access on the internet, our points of view can be easily skewed or tailored by how we surf the web. Oftentimes, our accounts on our cell phones and tablets can tailor what we see first in our internet searches. This is typically automatically done by our previous search history on our mobile devices associated with that account. An issue I can see arising from this convenient tool is that it doesn’t leave much room for random thought processes as the norm. I’m not saying you cannot surf outside of suggested content but with our busy American culture and multi-tasking tendencies, there is more of a chance to be led to just read what “pops up”. I think in some ways that tool is helpful, but if not careful, especially for the younger generations, perhaps we won’t get exposure to other points of view based on what we’re seeing on the internet. So today, let’s take the time to be mindful of all dynamics or contents that may be available so we can come together. Read More From This Writer All Post Business Culture Entertainment Food Government Health Interviews Lower West Side Business & Economic Development Medical Military & Veterans Our Community Peace People Sports Perception & Perspective August 24, 2019/No Comments POST TITLE (CAPITAL) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus Read More YO SOY 3RD GENERACION BORICUA July 24, 2019/No Comments YO SOY 3RD GENERACION BORICUA Yes, the title is indeed alluding to how I, Ruthy Harris, am a third-generation Puerto Read More FORWARD DIRECTION June 24, 2019/No Comments FORWARD DIRECTION I’ve always wondered why in my past I hadn’t succeeded in a way I considered a triumph. I Read More

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THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A LATINO MILITARY MUSEUM IN BUFFALO, NY

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THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A LATINO MILITARY MUSEUM IN BUFFALO, NY As a member of the Latino Veterans of Buffalo & western New York, one of our goals is to develop a local Latino museum. This museum will house various items such as pictures, articles of uniform, awards and stories that tell the story of the history of Latinos in the United States Military – our contributions and sacrifices.  It will be a museum dedicated to the history, contribution, and memory of our Puerto Rican/Latino Soldiers. For example, some of the historic information one will find in the Buffalo Latino Museum: Research articles; there is a long history of Puerto Ricans serving the United States Military since 1889, and very little is known, especially in Buffalo, NY.  In an article by Shannon Collins in the DoD News (Defense Media Activity), he writes that “Puerto Ricans fought in the Revolutionary war of 1779 and helped capture cities such as Baton Rouge Alabama, Pensacola, Florida.” Did you know that Spain ceded Puerto Rico to the U.S. under the 1998 Treaty of Paris, making Puerto Rico a United State territory? Did you know that the Army National Guard formed the first Porto Rico Regiment on the Island on March 2, 1917, and thanks to the Jones -Shafroth Act, which gave Puerto Rico U.S. citizenship by birth, though they aren’t allowed, and still are not allowed, to vote for the U.S Presidency. Since then, Puerto have been actively involved in fighting all the major wars.  In 1917, it is reported that 236,00 Puerto Rican registered and close to 20,00 served in World War I, and did you know that Puerto Ricans had to go all the way to New York in order to enlist. In World War II, over 60,000 Puerto Ricans served, many giving their lives for the United States flag, and   In the Korean War 61,000 Puerto Ricans served, also, many sacrificing their lives. The most noted and highly decorated Puerto Rican military group, the 65th infantry Regiment, known as the Borinqueneers, 100% Puerto Ricans, were the only segregated unit to fight in every global war of the 20th century.  For their valiant effort, President Obama awarded them the Congressional Gold Medal. In addition, Puerto Ricans also fought in Viet Nam and in the Gulf War, Iraq, and Afghanistan. A Puerto Rican/Latino museum, located in Buffalo, NY, will maintain the valiant history of our Latino Soldiers who risked their lives for the freedom we are privileged to enjoy today. Read More From This Writer All Post Business Culture Entertainment Food Government Health Interviews Lower West Side Business & Economic Development Medical Military & Veterans Our Community Peace People Sports THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A LATINO MILITARY MUSEUM IN BUFFALO, NY August 24, 2019/No Comments POST TITLE (CAPITAL) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus Read More PTSD A NIGHTMARE FOR OUR AMERICAN VETERANS July 24, 2019/No Comments PTSD A NIGHTMARE FOR OUR AMERICAN VETERANS Post-traumatic Stress disorder, known as PTSD, is a mental health disorder that some Read More PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY AND OUR COUNTRY’S  RESPONSE TO OUR VETERANS June 24, 2019/No Comments PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY AND OUR COUNTRY’S  RESPONSE TO OUR VETERANS I am the new editor for Latino Veteran affairs, addressing  Read More

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