Sponsored by the Spanish Speaking Community of Maryland, Frederick County, the City of Frederick, and Centro Hispano de Frederick, the Frederick community came together on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Sophie and Madigan’s Playground to celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. The event featured a proclamation where attendees proudly displayed their cultural pride with traditional clothing and flags.
Local food trucks, including Mayta’s Peruvian Cuisine and La Parada Estila Tico, provided delicious Latin American cuisine, while salsa dancing led by Frederick Salsa energized the crowd. Comedian Bryan Fink graced the stage. County and city representatives were also present, offering information and resources to attendees.