“Be proud of who you are and take the time to learn about your culture.”
With those words, Rialto Mayor Joe Baca Sr. energized a crowd of more than 600 at Jerry Eaves Park during the fourth annual Viva La Fiesta, held Saturday, Sept. 27, to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Hosted in partnership by the City of Rialto and Rialto Unified School District, the event blended cultural performances, food, education, and reflection.
Baca, who shared that Spanish was his primary language growing up, reflected on how far the community has come, noting that when he was younger, “we didn’t celebrate these events.” He added that as demographics have changed, “we have to continue to support our community.”…