UPCOMING EVENTS
FREE Digital Skills Workshop
The Digital Skills 4 Life program has BILINGUAL (Eng & Span) workshops EVERY WEDNESDAY between 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. These workshops will be held in the Education and Training Center (2800 N American St). No appointment needed.
Annual Senior Luncheon 2024
Join us for a fun afternoon of food and information just for seniors!
Harcum College @ Congreso Info Session
Join our upcoming HYBRID info sessions with Congreso to learn how Harcum College may be a good fit for you!
Verizon Tech Series: Streamlining Finances with Inventory
Join us for the next session in the Verizon Tech Series with Lenin Agudo, Director of the Widener University Small Business Development Center!
2024 Closing The Gap Conference
Let's work towards a future where it's common for Latino-owned businesses to make millions, not rare.
AMLA Jazz Yesterday and Today: Exploring Philadelphia's Musical
Welcome to Jazz Yesterday and Today, an exciting music program designed specifically for budding musicians aged 7 to 14 in the vibrant city of Philadelphia. This unique initiative invites young minds to embark on an extraordinary journey through jazz's rich history while fostering their innate creativity and passion for music.
Verizon Tech Series: Safeguarding Your Business: Cybersecurity and Data Backup/Recovery Strategies
Join GPHCC and the African American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, & DE for Safeguarding Your Business: Cybersecurity and Data Backup/Recovery Strategies.
AMLA Summer Music Institute 2024
Are you a young musician looking to make a difference through your music? Join us for an unforgettable journey at the AMLA Summer Songwriting Institute 2024!
CHISPA Workshop Series: Don’t Lose Your Business to Leasing Landmines
Join attorney Eric Diaz as he delivers a workshop that aims to educate small business owners and entrepreneurs about common lease pitfalls.
ESPERANZA ARTS CENTER Arte en las Calles – Venezuelan Expressions
Come celebrate summer with an evening of Latin food and music, activities for kids, face painting, balloons, Domino Tournament, and a local merchant fair!
Lyric Fest Mariachi!
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of Mariachi, Mexican art and folk songs, food, face painting, and local artesanías.
Corazón de Esperanza - WORLD PREMIERE
Nicaraguan-American composer/vocalist Gilda Lyons’ new work for voice, percussion, strings, and media interweaves universally humane reflections on Nicaraguan culture in a series of musical portraits inspired by found text, extant poems, and stories told in the words of those who have lived them.
Harcum College @ Congreso Open House
Learn about college opportunities right here in Northeast Philly!
Free refreshments & goodies
Receive 1-on-1 assistance onsite
College program details
Harcum College @ Congreso Info Session
Join our upcoming HYBRID info sessions with Congreso to learn how Harcum College may be a good fit for you!
Meet the Author: My Dominican Kitchen
Join us on May 4 with Vanessa Mota, founder of My Dominican Kitchen®, in conversation with Amy Rivera-Nassar of Amy’s Pastelillos.
Memorializing Fairhill - ESTAMOS AQUÍ
Join us on May 4th 2024 from 11am - 2pm for an unforgettable celebration for the whole family!
The Latino Electorate - ¡Presente y Poderoso!
The convening will feature a series of panels with experts and community leaders, as well as opportunities for networking.
Digital Marketing for Small Businesses
Come and learn how Digital marketing empowers small businesses to reach their full potential, expand their reach, connect with their audience, and achieve their business goals in an increasingly digital-centric world.
Mariposas – WORLD PREMIERE
Evening of dance choreographed by Christina Castro-Tauser exploring the lives and legacy of the Mirabal sisters of the Dominican Republic under Trujillo’s regime and the strength of women through time.
Storytime: The Churro Stand with Karina González
Join us for a book launch of Churro Stand / El carrito de churros with author Karina N. González and illustrator Krystal Quiles on April 27.
ESPERANZA Health fair
Join Champions of Hope: Latinos Preventing Diabetes for: Health Screenings, Health Education, Cooking Demos, Youth Challenges, Vaccine Clinic, Zumba and Yoga, Community Resources, Raffle and prizes!
2024 Congreso Gala Latina
It is our honor to welcome you to celebrate Congreso’s 45 years of service and to experience the sights, sounds and culture of Puebla, Mexico at our 17th Annual Gala Latina!
ESPERANZA COLLEGE Open House
Looking for a college that supports your educational journey at any stage of life? Look no further than Esperanza College! Our inclusive environment welcomes individuals of all English proficiency levels.
Street Heroines
Juxtaposing the experiences of Latina artists from New York City, Mexico City, and São Paulo as they navigate a male-dominated subculture to establish artistic identities within chaotic urban landscapes.
Storytime: Paula's Patches with Gabriela Aldeman
Join us on Saturday, April 13, 10am-12pm to read Paula’s Patches with author Gabriella Aldeman. Light food will be provided and the reading will be followed by a craft activity. Note: The book is in English but the presentation will be bilingual.
Betsy Casañas: Call & Response Exhibition Opening
Join us on April 12, 2024, from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm for a captivating journey through the vibrant narratives of the Fairhill neighborhoods as we celebrate the opening reception of Betsy Z. Casañas’ exhibition, Call & Response. This groundbreaking exhibition, on view from April 5, 2024, to May 25, 2024, not only revisits some of Casañas’s critical murals but also unveils new work in Taller’s gallery.
Dine Latino Chef's Tasting Event
Join us on Thursday, Apil 11th during Dine Latino Restaurant Week from 6-8 PM to enjoy a tantalizing fusion of Peruvian flavors, including their famous BBQ chicken and ceviche.
Spring Community Resource Fair
Learn about free community resources and enjoy family & children activities.
Mastering Customer Relationships with CRM Technology
Join the African American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, & DE and the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for:
Mastering Customer Relationships with CRM Technology on April 9th, 2024 from 9-10 am, led by Gustavo Melendez from Relay (www.relayco.io)
Dine Latino Restaurant Week
Dine Latino Restaurant Week is a promotional campaign, now in its seventh installment, that seeks to boost the revenue of Latino-Owned restaurants by promoting the availability of dining options at Latino-Owned restaurants of any cuisine.
PANEL: Poderosas en Philly
Join us for a cultural retail experience, networking, and a panel conversation with Latina changemakers in Philly, as part of Verizon’s ongoing commitment to the Latino Community in Philadelphia, and beyond.
Taxpayer Advocate at Ceiba
The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) is an independent organization within the IRS. We’re here to ensure that every taxpayer is treated fairly and that you know and understand your rights. Our advocates can help if you have tax problems that you can’t resolve on your own.
Business Funding Across Growth Stages
Join us as we welcome Blessy Thomas, partner at Innovate Capital Growth Fund, a growth equity fund on investing in minority & women-owned lover middle market companies primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region.
The 2024 GPHCC Annual Meeting
The Annual Membership Meeting is one of the region’s most important gatherings of executives, elected officials, business owners, and civic leaders in the Latino community.
The Virtual Workspace: Utilizing Remote Collaboration Tools and Project Management
Join the African American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, & DE and the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for:
The Virtual Workspace: Utilizing Remote Collaboration Tools and Project Management
Poesía en Movimiento Bailando con Maria
Living in Mexico, young Maria wants to carve her own path in life. Her parents dream of her becoming a doctor or a soccer player, but dance is the only passion that lives in Maria’s heart.
Free Criminal Record Clearing Clinic at Ceiba to Help People Access PA’s New Clean Slate Law
On Saturday, March 23, 2024, starting at 10:00 AM, Ceiba and Community Legal Services (CLS) are organizing a criminal record clearing clinic at 174 Diamond St Philadelphia PA 19122.
Criminal record clearing helps eligible people improve their prospects for higher paying jobs.
PA law allows:
Many felony convictions to be sealed after 10 years
Most misdemeanor convictions to be sealed after 7 years
Automatic sealing of summary convictions after 5 years
Non-convictions to be expunged
Felony and misdemeanor charges to be pardoned
Retirement Strategies for Entrepreneurs with Baird
Join us as we welcome Baird, Private Weath Management and learn how to ensure a secure future for you and your employees as well as the long-term success of your company with our tailored business retirement plans.
Storytime: What Do You Need? / ¿Qué necesitas? with Veggie Mijas
Join us for a heartwarming morning of storytelling and connection with Veggie Mijas on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 10AM to 12PM! This event is free and open to all ages and promises a delightful experience for the entire family.
Stand up! Latina Comics
Comedian, playwright, storyteller, and Tik-Tok sensation, Che Guerrero returns to Teatro Esperanza to host an evening of bilingual stand-up comedy featuring Latina comedians.