Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber

2025 Vancouver Arts and Music Festival
2025-08-02 10:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-01 10:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-31 17:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St, Vancouver, W, 98660, United States
Get ready to dive into a world of electrifying creativity July 31-Aug. 3, with the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival at Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver, Washington!
There is so much to explore at this free festival, with outdoor stages, local art vendors, a juried art exhibition, family activities and more. Esther Short Park will transform into a playground of creativity, where every corner holds a surprise waiting to be discovered.
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of GRAMMYⓇ Award-winning artists Renée Fleming, Mark and Maggie O’Connor, and Sharon Isbin as they perform with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA under the batons of maestros Gerard Schwarz and Salvador Brotons.
Brought to you by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA and the City of Vancouver, this festival is a celebration of culture, community and the unbridled joy that comes with experiencing the arts together.
Learn more at www.vancouverartsandmusicfestival.com.

Emprender Juntos: Maximizar Beneficios Antes de Impuestos
2025-07-31 18:00 - 19:30 | O
Este taller ofrece estrategias clave para invertir de forma inteligente utilizando cuentas con ventajas fiscales, como planes de retiro y cuentas de ahorro. Aprende cómo reducir tu ingreso imponible y aumentar tus ahorros a largo plazo mediante decisiones financieras eficientes.
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Tertulia Art + Conversation with Mario Mesquita
2025-07-23 18:00 - 20:00 | El Zócalo, 537 SE Stark Street, Portland, O, 97214, United States
FREE!
Join artist Mario Mesquita for a dynamic tertulia, featuring a hands-on mini workshop and community conversation. Attendees will be invited to “Draw Your Dish,” creating illustrations of meaningful foods from their culture or upbringing, followed by a roundtable storytelling session exploring food, identity, and shared memory. Inspired by the Paletas Communal Social Club project, this gathering creates space for reflection, laughter, and cultural connection. All materials provided—just bring your stories, curiosity, and appetite for connection. Mario is a Milagro Artist Fund recipient, and this event offers a glimpse into his evolving community-centered art practice. Come escape the heat, talk about food, and meet some great new folks!

CÓMO EMPEZAR SU NEGOCIO
2025-07-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-09 18:00 - 19:00 | O
En este taller, compartiremos información sobre cómo se pueden preparar antes de registrar o abrir su negocio. Exploraremos los pasos fundamentales para formalizar su negocio, incluyendo determinar cuáles son las diferentes estructuras de un negocio y cuáles son sus diferencias, los pasos para empezar su negocio y las secciones de un plan de negocio.
Hora: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Donde: Virtual – Zoom
Cost0: Sin Costo
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Latino Wine and Brew Summer Mixer
2025-07-10 16:30 - 19:00 | Linfield University – W.M. Keck Science Center, 356 Linfield Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Registration opens at 4:00 PM and the event will begin at 4:30 PM and run until 7:00 PM.
Location
This event will take place at Linfield University in McMinnville, Oregon at the W.M. Keck Science Center
356 Linfield Ave, McMinnville, OR 97128.
This venue features both an indoor and outdoor space with nearby free parking.
Fees/Admission
$45 Per Event Ticket for Members
$60 Per Event Ticket for Non-Members
Contact Information
Damaris Martinez-Guzman, Events and Operations Manager
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Emprender Juntos: Cómo Utilizar la IA en tu Estrategia de Marketing Digital
2025-06-30 18:00 - 19:30 | O
Utilize IA para personalizar la experiencia del cliente y optimizar su estrategia de marketing. Aprenderá a aplicar la inteligencia artificial para mejorar sus campañas, automatizar tareas y analizar datos de manera más eficiente.
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PRIDE DAY
2025-06-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Lobos Gym, 16240 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Milwuakie, O, 97267, United States
This Monday, let’s come together for our Pride Day celebration at Lobos Gym!
Invite your LGBTQ+ friends to join you for a workout filled with fun, strength, and unity. They can book here!
Wear your favorite pride gear and let’s make it a colorful, empowering session.
We can’t wait to celebrate love, acceptance, and the amazing community we are proud to be a part of. See you there! 🏳️‍🌈✨

Homeownership Basics – Free Community Workshop
2025-06-26 18:00 - 19:00 | O
Are you thinking about buying a home but not sure where to start?
Join the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber for a free, virtual workshop designed to help you understand the fundamentals of homeownership.
This one-hour session will cover the basics of mortgage lending and guide you through the steps of the homebuying process. You’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to begin your journey toward owning a home.
Who should attend:

First-time homebuyers
Renters considering purchasing a home
Anyone interested in learning how the process works

This event is free and open to the community. We encourage you to attend and take the first step toward your homeownership goals.
Location: Online (Zoom)
Language: English
Presenter: Dietrich Schmitz, Washington State Housing Finance Commission (WSHFC)

Trauma-Informed Advising in Action with Autentica Consulting
2025-06-25 13:30 - 14:30 | O
Session 3: Putting It Into Practice – Trauma-Informed Advising in Action
In this final 60-minute session, business advisors will actively apply tools and strategies shared in the first two sessions through interactive practice and peer learning. Together, we’ll explore different scenarios, share practical adaptations, and co-create a space for mutual support and idea exchange. This session is all about turning knowledge into action—equipping you to confidently and compassionately support clients navigating challenging experiences.
Thank you to Prosper Portland for sponsoring this workshop!
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This event is virtual, a zoom link will be sent 24 hours before the start time.

Financial Literacy Workshop - Turn Your Passion Into Profit: From Hobby to Real Business
2025-06-24 18:00 - 19:00 | O
Have a side hustle or talent you’re ready to take to the next level? This workshop will walk you through the first steps of turning your hobby into a legitimate business, including mindset shifts, income tracking, licenses, taxes, and more. Learn how to protect yourself legally, boost your visibility, and start making consistent money doing what you love. Perfect for creatives, service providers, and aspiring entrepreneurs!
Date: June 24th, 2025
Time: 6:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: Online – Zoom
Cost: Free
Open to: All community members

Yoga & Soundbath at The Park
2025-06-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Lobos Gym, 16240 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Milwuakie, O, 97267, United States
Yoga, sound, nature and time with friends are beautiful ways to nurture your body, mind and spirit.
This is sure to be a wonderful event and we hope you can join us!
Please bring a yoga mat and any items you would like to be comfortable lying down for the sound bath.
We invite you to hang around afterwards to visit with our community. Feel free to bring a picnic!
Please sign up HERE to let us know you are coming and to receive a map to our meet up location at the park.
The exact location may change depending on the temperature and will be cancelled if raining.
Donation Based Event

Jefas y Café
2025-06-17 16:30 - 18:30 | Bar Carlo, 6433 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR, 97206, United States
Dive into the empowering world of Jefas y Café Series, where influential women share their stories and insights over a cup of coffee. Join us to celebrate our one year mark of hosting his inspiring event where you can engage in conversations that celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women in various fields. This series creates a space for networking, mentorship, and inspiration, fostering a supportive community for all aspiring leaders. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this enriching event that celebrates mujeres fuertes making a difference.
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Commercial Lease Basics
2025-06-17 12:30 - 13:30 | O
Moving into a brick-and-mortar location is an exciting milestone for any business, but navigating a commercial lease can be both complex and costly. Whether you’re signing a new lease, renegotiating terms, or looking to better understand your rights and responsibilities, this webinar is designed to empower you with essential legal knowledge before you sign on the dotted line. It will also discuss renegotiating if hardships arise after signing. Register below.
Commercial Lease Basics — Prosper Portland Office of Small Business

Financial Literacy Workshop - Break the Debt Cycle: Master Your Money Mindset & Build Wealth
2025-06-16 18:00 - 19:00 | O
Tired of feeling stuck in the same financial patterns? This powerful session goes beyond numbers to explore the beliefs and habits that shape your financial life. You’ll learn how to shift your money mindset, start paying off debt, and build momentum toward the life you really want. Walk away feeling motivated, clear, and ready to take control of your money—with less guilt and more grace.
Date: June 16th, 2025
Time: 6:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: Online – Zoom
Cost: Free
Open to: All community members

Free Self-Defense Training
2025-06-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Lobos Gym, 16240 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Milwuakie, O, 97267, United States
Lobos Gym has partnered with Bridge City Shorinji Kempo to bring martial arts and self-defense training full-time members of Lobos Gym!​
Classes are led by Brandon McMullin – a Lobos Gym member and 5th degree black belt with more than 20 years of martial arts experience!
Free self-defense training: Drop in any time for our regular self-defense focused training period of 4:00PM – 6:00PM every Saturday!
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

Fuerza Latina
2025-06-14 09:45 - 10:45 | Lobos Gym, 16240 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Milwuakie, O, 97267, United States
Clase GRATIS dirigida en Espanol para Latinos

Member Networking Event
2025-06-12 16:00 - 18:00 | La Familia Cider, 3638 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, 97314, United States
We’re excited to invite you to our new mixer event, where you can connect with HMC Members, Partners, and Program Participants.
REGISTER HERE

Bridge Building Blocks Series
2025-06-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-21 10:00 - 12:00 | IBR Conference Room, 500 Broadway Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, OR, 98660, United States
Bridge Building Blocks 2025 Series – Registration Now Open!

The Bridge Building Blocks 2025 Series is a unique training program designed to prepare local DBE, minority-owned, women-owned, and veteran-owned businesses for opportunities on the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project. Hosted by WA APEX at CREDC and featuring the IBR, NAMC, and SBA, this free, in-person series provides intermediate to advanced training, a free comprehensive financial review session, and access to mentorship connections upon completion.
Program Format: Multi-session Course
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget, Government Contracting, Managing a Business, Matchmaking, Outreach/ Networking, Pre-Award, Public Works

Series Details:

In-Person Workshops

Location: IBR Offices, 500 Broadway St., 3rd Floor, Vancouver, WA.

Cost: FREE
Workshops:

March 26: Bonding/Insurance (10 AM – 12 PM)

Featuring Don Shanklin of Propel Insurance, learn everything you need to know to prepare for bonding and insurance on this specific project.

April 24: BOLI & L&I Training (10 AM – 12 PM)

Featuring both OR and WA Labor and Industries representatives, learn all about responsible bidder criteria, public works requirements, proper classifying and federal resources and Davis Bacon requirements.

May 21: Proposal Writing & Blueprint Reading (10 AM – 12 PM)

Learn from the experts at NAMC University on how to review job site documents, write a winning proposal, what to consider with cost estimating, etc.

June 12: Joint Ventures/Teaming & SBA Loan Programs (10 AM – 12 PM)

Learn from representatives of Skanska and Hoffman about Joint Ventus and teaming on a large project and hear all about the SBA’s loan programs.

Participants will also receive:
Mentorship *Connection:
Upon completing all four workshops, participants will be connected to potential mentors from our partner organizations.
*Please note: This is a one-time connection opportunity, not ongoing case management, and will require you to complete our mentorship request form.
Financial Review:
Participants will receive one free discovery session with “Tried and True Consulting,” featuring a comprehensive financial review of your individual business, a detailed financial health score report, and tailored recommendations for next steps.
Participant Requirements and qualifications for acceptance:

Must be either:

Minority Owned
DBE certified (either WA or OR)
Women Owned
Veteran Owned
Classified as a small business according to the SBA’s small business classification system.

Must be current on all taxes
Must be current on all licenses (if applicable)
Must not be ineligible or debarred from public works by BOLI or L&I
Must not be under litigation
Must Commit to attending all four workshops.
Limited to 60 participants.

GOLD
2025-06-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent Street, Beaverton, OR, 97005, United States
Join Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington at GOLD on June 10th to be inspired by current and future female leaders! Emily Burris of KOIN News is our emcee, leading the celebration of this year’s Gold Award recipients. She is joined by Dr. Robin Beavers – Senior Vice President of Community and Social Impact with the Portland Timbers, Kelly Sue DeConnick – Captain Marvel Comic Book Writer, and Rita Munarwi – Director of Technical Program Management of Compute Silicon Manufacturing at Microsoft.
GOLD is an unforgettable celebration honoring 17 outstanding Gold Award Girl Scouts and raising funds to support essential leadership programs! Enjoy a night of inspiration, network with over 300 community, business, and government leaders, check out the silent auction, wine wall, cookie wall, golden raffle, and more – all while supporting the next generation of leaders! Get your tickets at girlscoutsosw.org/gold!

Financial Literacy Workshop: Tax-Free Money? How IRAs Can Build Wealth Now & Later
2025-06-10 18:00 - 19:00 | O
Want to keep more of your money and pay less in taxes? Learn the basics of Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), how to choose between Roth and Traditional options, and how they can help you build long-term wealth starting today. Whether you’re new to saving or want to boost your retirement plan, this session will help you start today.
Date: June 10th, 2025
Time: 6:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: Online – Zoom
Cost: Free
Open to: All community members

Financial Literacy Workshop - What Your 1040 Is Telling You: Decode Your Taxes & Take Control
2025-06-03 18:00 - 19:00 | O
Ever wonder what your tax return is really saying? This workshop breaks down the Form 1040 in simple terms so you can understand where your money went, what credits or deductions you may be missing, and how to better prepare for next year. Gain confidence and take control of your finances by learning how to read your taxes like a pro—no CPA required!
Date: June 3rd, 2025
Time: 6:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: Online – Zoom
Cost: Free
Open to: All community members

Trauma-Informed Advising: Tools to Support Clients Through Uncertainty Part 2
2025-06-03 13:30 - 15:30 | Prosper Portland, 220 NW 2nd Ave. Suite 200, Portland, OR, 97209, United States
In today’s ever-changing environment, business advisors are on the front lines—supporting entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community members as they navigate economic pressures, uncertainty, and personal challenges. Many clients may be carrying the weight of past or present trauma that directly impacts how they show up in business conversations, decision-making, and planning.
This interactive 3-hour workshop is designed to equip business advisors with trauma-informed tools and strategies to better understand, respond to, and support their clients—particularly in high-stress or uncertain contexts. Together, we will explore:

What trauma looks like in business advising spaces
Tools for grounding, co-regulating, and maintaining healthy boundaries
Scenarios and guided reflections to apply these concepts

Participants will be able to engage in group discussion and individual reflections to deepen their understanding and walk away with concrete strategies they can apply immediately in their advising work.
This is more than a professional development session—it’s an invitation to bring humanity, healing, and resilience into your daily practice.
Please be sure to register for both trainings.
Register Here for Part 1
Register Here for Part 2

Handpan Sound Healing
2025-06-01 16:00 - 17:30 | Lobos Gym, 16240 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Milwuakie, O, 97267, United States
The very sound is alchemical in nature, like metal becoming water, be coming air. This has a very interesting effect on the listener, relaxing and trance-like while being activating and energizing at the same time. “I have been playing these beautiful instruments for many years, and their depth and range never ceases to amaze me. Come and allow this SoundBath to assist you in dissolving into the purest and truest parts of you. Receive these sonic blessings and allow your heart to soar
~ I am so excited to share this sonic journey with you.” – Saffire

Emprender Juntos: Consejos utiles de Fotografia y Video para redes sociales
2025-05-29 18:00 - 19:30 | O
¿Desea mejorar sus habilidades en fotografía y video para destacar en redes sociales?
¡Le invitamos a participar en nuestro microcurso!
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Imparable
2025-05-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Dundon-Berchtold Hall, Brian Doyle Auditorium, 5000 North Willamette Boulevard, Portland, OR, 97203, United States
Alianza Hispana LLC se complace en presentar IMPARABLE es un evento lleno de energía y determinación, donde celebramos la fuerza imparable que todas las mujeres hispanas empresarias y emprendedoras llevamos dentro.
Registrese Aqui.

2025 Scholarship Award Luncheon
2025-05-23 11:30 - 13:00 | Avenue Portland, 631 NE Grand Ave, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
Join us at our annual Scholarship Award Luncheon as we celebrate the achievements of Latino students pursuing higher education. This inspiring event brings together educational partners, community supporters and businesses to honor scholarship recipients and recognize the impact of educational opportunities.
Let’s gather to celebrate their success, invest in the next generation of leaders, and continue building a stronger, more inclusive future.
If you would like to purchase a table or interested in sponsorship opportunities, contact Dámaris Martinez at dmartinez@hmccoregon.com or 503-222-0280 ext. 505.
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