What's Happening at HOLA Ohio: Our Events and Activities
In Ohio, an immigrant community prepares for Trump’s crackdown
The small city of Painesville saw dozens of children separated from their parents during Trump’s first term. Some fear what’s coming will be worse. The Washington Post has shone a spotlight on the stories of our community in Painesville, Ohio, and the work we do every day to protect our immigrant families who form a…
Committed to a Cleaner Future: Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Engagement Session at HOLA Ohio.
Painesville, OH – The HOLA Ohio Center brought community members together for a special event focused on the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant, led by Joel Ratner, a representative from the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA). This organization plays a key role in transportation and environmental planning in Northeast Ohio, emphasizing support for low-income and…
Party at the Polls: Celebrating the Vote with HOLA Ohio and Women of the NAACP-Lake County!
These young Latinas are getting ready to make history by exercising their right to vote for the first time. Painesville, OH- On Friday, October 25th, HOLA Ohio, in collaboration with Women of the NAACP-Lake County, hosted the “Party at the Polls” event under the theme “Voting is something to celebrate.” This gathering brought together the…
Our Executive Director, Veronica Isabel Dahlberg, Receives the 2024 Reverend Vincent R. Miller Community Impact Award from the NAACP.
We are proud to share that Veronica Isabel Dahlberg, Executive Director of the HOLA Ohio Center, has been recognized with the prestigious The Reverend Vincent R. Miller Community Impact Award by the NAACP. This award highlights her tireless dedication and significant impact on our community throughout the years. The Story Behind HOLA OhioVeronica founded HOLA…
The Painesville Community Gathers to Learn About the Story of Frank Tejeda at HOLA Ohio.
Painesville, OH – “Mi carnal Frank Mariano Tejeda Jr. was something else,” said Juan Tejeda, author of the book Mi Carnal Frank, a tribute to his older brother, who was considered a staunch advocate for justice and one of the most influential Mexican American politicians in San Antonio and Texas. On Saturday, October 12, as…
A Friendly Encounter with the Ohio State Highway Patrol at HOLA Ohio.
Painesville, Ohio – As every Thursday, the students of the ESL (English as a Second Language) program arrived at our HOLA Ohio Center, but this time, they were in for a special class. Along with the usual English lessons, we had the honor of welcoming members of the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), who delivered…
HOLA Ohio: An Encounter with History That Inspires Voting.
PAINESVILLE, OH – On September 30, the HOLA Ohio Center screened the documentary Freedom Riders, which tells the story of a group of activists who, in 1961, challenged racial segregation in the southern United States. Despite facing violence and death threats, these young Black and white individuals traveled on interstate buses to protest peacefully. Their…
MAR-BAL’s Visit to HOLA Ohio Center: New Opportunities for the Latino Community.
PAINESVILLE, OH – At HOLA Ohio Center, we had the honor of welcoming representatives from MAR-BAL, a leading company in the engineered composites industry, known for its innovation in material and process development. During the visit, they shared valuable information about their services and the job opportunities available for our Latino community. Students from the…
A Wilderness World of Flowers: A Night of Yoeme (Pascua Yaqui) Culture and Tradition at HOLA Ohio.
PAINESVILLE, OH – On September 21st, at the HOLA Ohio Center, we had the opportunity to experience a truly unique event. For the first time in Northeast Ohio, we welcomed members of the Yoeme (Pascua Yaqui), who traveled from Arizona for a rich cultural exchange. During the evening, attendees had the opportunity to listen to…
Mexican Independence Day at HOLA Ohio: A Gathering of Pride, Nostalgia, and Unity.
Painesville, OH – On September 14, HOLA Ohio came alive with the celebration of Mexico’s “Grito de la Independencia”, where families from our community gathered to honor their roots. In the midst of laughter, tears, and deep nostalgia, we asked attendees what it means to celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day here in the United States. Their…