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Warm wishes for a joyful Festival of Lights! May this Diwali bring unity, new beginnings, and a brighter, more connected community for all.

To wrap up #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the contributions Ricardo “Rocky” Escajadillo and Brandy Cortes make to the #DiverseErie Commission. Ricardo specializes in health and outreach and Brandy focuses on social services and counseling. Their commitment to advocating for underserved populations, especially the Hispanic and Latino communities, makes a profound impact in #Erie.

Today, we honor the rich histories and lasting contributions of Indigenous communities while celebrating the vibrant culture that continue to shape our world.?#DiverseErie is dedicated to serving our local Black, Indigenous and people of color community. Learn more about #IndigenousPeoplesDay: https://ow.ly/MwjN50TJffV

Wishing a reflective and peaceful Yom Kippur to all who are observing.

Hispanic-owned businesses are the fastest-growing in the US! To celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth, #DiverseErie is highlighting Hispanic and Latinx-owned businesses that are making a difference in #EriePA. ??Status Footwear and Apparel is Erie's newest shoe store, selling luxury sneakers and streetwear on Peach Street. Let's recognize #HispanicOwned businesses this month and all year long.

Hispanic-owned businesses are the fastest-growing in the US! To celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth, #DiverseErie is highlighting Hispanic and Latinx-owned businesses making a difference in #EriePA. ??Apollo’s Divine Odyssey is an emerging, creative initiative by Apollo Gabby Reyes, the owner of Melancholy Brand. The new business is developing at Gannon University's Erie Technology Incubator Inc. Let's recognize #HispanicOwned businesses this month and all year long.

Hispanic-owned businesses are the fastest-growing in the US! To celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth, #DiverseErie is highlighting Hispanic and Latinx-owned businesses that are making a difference in #EriePA. ??Los Primos Mexican Store, a new addition to downtown, offers a diverse variety of Latino food products including tamales, pan fresco, fresh salsas, and more. Let's recognize #HispanicOwned businesses this month and all year long.

This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we're highting the Mexican Tree of Life, or árbol de la vida. The elaborate, ceramic sculptures highlight themes of identity, justice, and spirituality within Latino communities. Explore a 3D model of the Mexican Tree of Life: https://ow.ly/OurH50TBLhf

Hispanic-owned businesses are the fastest-growing in the US! To celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth, #DiverseErie is highlighting Hispanic and Latinx-owned businesses that are making a difference in #EriePA. Lake Erie Woodworks specializes in custom wood furniture and retail display solutions. In 2023, Diverse Erie proudly invested in Lake Erie Woodworks through the Small Business Mini Grant program, which aims to uplift local BIPOC-owned businesses. Let's recognize #HispanicOwned businesses this month and all year long.