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September issue of MAS newsletter

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Hola, MÁS Magazine readers:

We're moving into fall, even though those temps outside don't seem to know it! And it's now time for the September 2009 issue of MÁS in The Bakersfield Californian, our parent company, Sunday, Sept. 6. If you subscribe to the paper, that's great — your MÁS will be inserted into your Sunday edition.

If you don't take the paper, don't worry, you can still find MÁS in single-sale copies and at our various rack locations. For a list of where to find our racks, select the "rack locations" tab located on our home page, click here.

September is a special month for MÁS as it marks our FOURTH anniversary! We will be celebrating by co-hosting a juried art exhibit, "Latination: A Celebration and Exploration of Latino Life," at Metro Galleries on 19th street downtown. Come out tonight, Friday, Sept. 4 for the opening reception — or, catch the show throughout the entire month. It truly highlights the beauty of fine art with a Latino twist!

But for now, we'd like to thank all our loyal MÁS readers & advertisers out there! We appreciate all your support over these last four years! We couldn't do it without you! ¡Muchas, muchas gracias, amigos!

And now, we'd like to give you a sneak preview of what you'll find in the September 2009 issue of MÁS. Just click on the headline or the photo for each item and you'll go straight to the article on our Web site:

Cultural creations highlight Latin life

Our cover story takes a look at the thriving local Latino arts scene. The talent we have here is incredible! Fine art with a Latin flair has been well received at local galleries and museums, giving everyone a glimpse into Latino cultura. Read what local art experts say about this welcomed explosion of colorful, energetic and beautiful art! Then look for Latino-influenced art in our local galleries and museums!

The POWER of the Tower!

You know you love 'em! We know you love 'em! So we're bringing Tower of Power back to the Kern County Fair. Join MÁS as we present this favorite band and their concert Sept. 24! Be sure to check out staff writer Matt Muñoz's event preview!

Latina KC superintendent makes history

Christine Lizardi Frazier is the new Kern County Superintendent of Schools. She takes the reins during a challenging time for schools hit hard by state budget cuts, but says she's ready for the tasks at hand. Meanwhile, she's making history as the first Latina to lead the superintendent's office. Read about her journey to this point.

Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

And last, but certainly not least, you can catch up on all the goings-on with the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in their monthly newsletter included in MÁS. Interested in joining the KCHCC? Give them a call at 633-5495 or visit their Web site at: www.kchcc.org.