Culture - Page 2

Sharing and celebrating the Chicano culture has been a priority since the first issues of La Cucaracha until today. We regularly feature artists of all genres including muralists, painters, musicians, dancers, photographers, and cartoonists. History is another focal point. Through the lens of history, we help define and preserve our culture. One feature that has endured the decades is "Hecho en Aztlán," an arts and crafts column written and illustrated by Cynthia Fuentes.
A green, white, and red custom lowrider parked at the car show with its doors open

Cinco Car Show popular with crowd

For the third time in the past 7 years, a car show will be held alongside the traditional Cinco de Mayo event at Bessemer “Ray Aguilera” Park. Many of the cars are Lowriders, but there are also viclas (motorcycles), paleta carts, and
May 1, 2024

Retoños de Resistencia – Antonio Alcantar

Antonio Alcantar August 15, 1950Chicuace Ollin6 movimiento6 movement Chicuace is the number six. Chicuace signifies the principle of self-integration through introspection and constant search of knowledge to understand the self. For humans, chicuace is restfulness before putting ideas in order before engaging
April 3, 2024