UTICA, N.Y. – The Mohawk Valley Latino Association (MVLA) invites the public to a special
event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and fostering cultural exchange in the Mohawk
Valley. The celebration will be held on October 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Oneida County
History Center, located at 1608 Genesee Street, Utica.
This year’s speaker is Dr. Jose Maldonado, whose talk will focus on the contributions of Puerto
Rico, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. Maldonado is a Puerto Rican physician, retired from
clinical practice, and currently serves as Executive Director of the Medical Societies of Oneida,
Herkimer, Madison, Chenango, Cayuga, and Oswego Counties, and is also an avid genealogist.
This event is a great opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the rich
contributions of Latino culture. This program is free and open to all. Bring your family and
friends. Light refreshments will be served. It will take place in the History Center’s main gallery.
About the Mohawk Valley Latino Association:
The MVLA works to improve the standard of living for all Mohawk Valley residents through
services that educate and empower them. The organization’s goal is to build awareness across
the Mohawk Valley’s cultures, shape the minds of our youth, and show them the incredible
opportunities available in the Mohawk Valley and our nation. More information about the
MVLA can be found at https://www.mvlautica.org/.
Oneida County History Center is a private 501(c) (3) not-for-profit educational institution
dedicated to preserving the history, heritage, and culture of the Greater Mohawk Valley for
present and future generations. Admission to this program is free for the general public;
donations are encouraged. Please contact the History Center at 315-735-3642 or visit
oneidacountyhistory.org for additional information.
Mohawk Valley Latino Association to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
