On Sunday, June 2nd, 2024, the DuPage Hispanic Alliance (DHA) participated in the Kite Fly 2024 event at Frontier Park in Naperville, IL. The event was organized by The Branch-Naperville Moms and the Naperville Park District.
Games Around the World
DHA collaborated with KidsMatter to bring to you: “Games Around the World”, We represented the countries of Colombia, Mexico, Panama, Ecuador, and Guatemala. Our volunteers introduced attendees to traditional games from these Latin American nations:
- Panama: Soccer
- Mexico: Loteria
- Colombia: Balero
- Ecuador: El Sapo
- Guatemala: Yoyos
Of course, it was a joy to see children and adults enjoying these games and learning about the cultural heritage of our Latin American community. In addition, other organizations showcased games from China, India, USA, Ireland, and other Latin American countries.
Chinelos de Morelos
A standout moment of the event was having the Chinelos de Morelos, traditional costumed dancers originating from Mexican colonial times. These traditional costumed dancers originate from Mexican colonial times.
Our Gratitude
Above all, DHA is proud to have been a part of Kite Fly 2024 and to have had the opportunity to volunteer alongside KidsMatter. We are grateful to our dedicated volunteers who made this event a success. Because of their commitment to showcase our culture and sharing it with others this event was a great success. You can be a part of this and future events by singing up to volunteer!
Building Bridges
Events like Kite Fly 2024 allow us to celebrate our cultural authenticity and serve as a bridge between the Latin American community and the wider society. DHA remains committed to bringing more such events to our community, where we can share our rich cultural heritage and foster a greater understanding of the Latin American experience.
Also, we look forward to continuing our mission of empowering and uniting the Latin American community in DuPage County and beyond. By sharing our culture and traditions, we can build stronger connections and create a more understanding society.