Novamex News

Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church Holds 5th Anniversary Party

2012-02-22T12:15:00.001-05:00

Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church held a 5th Anniversary Party, celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Latino Community at the Church. A wonderful meal was served to over 250 attendees, accompanied by Jarritos, Sangría Señorial, Mundet and Mineragua. It was a wonderful celebration, and the organizers were very grateful for the donation of Refrescos de México!

BENNU Legal Services Thanks Volunteers with Refrescos de México!

2012-02-21T18:36:00.004-05:00

BENNU Legal Services is a nonprofit organization that helps immigrants and others with legal issues in the Lake Bluff, Illinois community. They held a Volunteer Appreciation and Business Networking evening at their offices. Refreshing Jarritos, Mundet, Sangría Señorial and Mineragua were served to the 50+ volunteers and other guests, and a good time was had by all!

Families Enjoy Traditional Día de Reyes Magos Event in New York

2012-01-06T15:04:00.000-05:00

To celebrate the Día de Reyes Magos (Three Kings Day) in New York City, Centro Mexicano de Nueva York is holding a traditional celebration at Centro San Juan Diego. Families are invited to share a traditional Rosca de Reyes (a delicious cake with a little Jesus figurine inside) and some tasty refrescos de México - Jarritos, Sangría Señorial, Mundet and Mineragua. All children will receive gifts, as this is the traditional gift-receiving day in much of Latin America. Traditional Mexican dance and musical groups will entertain everyone with festive performances. Novamex is proud to support Mexican cultural events, and is a proud sponsor of Centro Mexicano de Nueva York's events.

Jarritos and Liberty Tax Service Help Raise Funds for Neighborhood House in Calexico

2011-12-19T10:28:00.002-05:00

Liberty Tax Service is a partner of Refrescos of Mexico through its wonderful Una Familia Sin Fronteras community empowerment initiative. A local office entered a Lady Liberty float in the Calexico Christmas parade (over 90 floats were featured!), handing out Liberty Tax crowns to attendees. After the parade, the Liberty Tax staff invited a local community organization, the Neighborhood House, to sell hot dogs along with Jarritos, Sangría Señorial, Mundet and Mineragua donated by Novamex to raise funds, and earned over $500 for the organization. Congratulations to all!

Jarritos Sponsors Traditional Colombian Christmas Celebration

2011-12-15T07:51:00.000-05:00

Every year in Houston, the Colombian Consulate and local Colombian organizations organize a "novena colombiana navideña", a traditional Colombian Christmas celebration, in order to unite the community and preserve traditional customs. This event is for the entire family, and features a live nativity scene, singing by a Colombian choir, photos with Santa, and gifts for all of the children. Everyone present will also enjoy Jarritos, Mundet, and Sangría Señorial, courtesy of Novamex.

Novamex Helps Support AMEXCAN Fundraiser

2011-12-13T08:11:00.000-05:00

AMEXCAN, the Association of Mexicans in North Carolina, is holding a traditional Mexican Posada Navideña, a Christmas Celebration fundraiser in Greenville, NC, featuring dancing, tasty food and family activities. Novamex donated Jarritos, Mineragua, Mundet and Sangría Señorial, which will be sold for fundraising for AMEXCAN's important community activities throughout eastern North Carolina.

Refrescos de México Support First Commemoration of the Virgen de Guadalupe in New Bern, NC

2011-12-13T08:04:00.000-05:00

St. Paul Church held its first commemoration of the Virgin of Guadalupe in New Bern, NC, and AMEXICAN, the Association of Mexicans in North Carolina, organized a community event for the commemoration. Following the processional and ceremonies, all attendees enjoyed Jarritos, Mineragua, Mundet and Sangría Señorial, along with other traditional Mexican treats.

Beautiful Artwork in Commemoration of La Virgen de Guadalupe

2011-12-12T12:26:00.000-05:00

We want to thank a member of our community who honors Jarritos with this beautiful home-made handicraft. To all of our community partners and members, your dedication to los refrescos de México, Jarritos, Mundet, Sangría Señorial and Mineragua, remind us all that we owe it to you to do our best - every day - to make the brands the best they can be. GRACIAS!

Jarritos Sponsors 7th Annual "Living Through Giving" Toy Drive

2011-12-06T12:25:00.001-05:00

Ketchmore Kids Non-Profit Foundation is an organization committed to using hip-hop to promote success working with youth on a regular basis on topics such as a gang prevention, self-esteem and goal setting. Ketchmore Kids presents the 7th Annual "Living Through Giving" Toy Drive on Saturday, December 12, in Charlotte, NC. There will be hip-hop performances by a variety of dance groups, free haircuts for kids, a host from the local Power 98 radio station, and a live broadcast by My 92.7. All attendees are asked to bring unwrapped toys, which will be donated to a local homeless shelter in time for the holidays. Jarritos is a proud sponsor of the event, and all attendees will be served Jarritos, Mundet, Sangría Señorial as refreshments.

Liberty Tax Service and Refrescos de México Support UNAM Event in San Antonio

2011-12-06T10:53:00.000-05:00

The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) wasfounded on September 21st, 1551, is the biggest and most important universityin Mexico and Ibero-America. In 1944, UNAM inaugurated a campus in San Antonio,Texas, with a mission of promoting a better understanding between bothcountries by disseminating the culture of Mexico, the teaching of Spanish as aforeign language and English as a second language, as well as additionalacademic support to Mexican immigrants. Liberty Tax Service has collaboratedwith UNAM for many years through its Una Familia Sin Fronteras communityempowerment initiative. This year, UNAM held a traditional Mexican party thatthey called a Piñata event. Many children and families, 200 in all, werepresent at the event, and they all enjoyed Jarritos, Sangría Señorial, Mundetand Mineragua donated by Novamex. Everyone enjoyed the festivities andcelebration of the wonderful culture of Mexico.

Refrescos de México support Grand Celebration in Honor of the Virgin of Guadalupe

2011-12-05T14:50:00.000-05:00

December 12 marks the date when many people, particularly those of Mexican origin, pay tribute to the the Virgin of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas. This year, the Ascension Church in New York City will have a mass on Sunday, December 11, with musical serenades including Mañanitas, from 9:30 - 11 p.m. The mass will include performances by mariachi bands including Mariachi Bustamante and choirs, as well as dance groups such as Danza Azteca Tlachichinolapa. On Monday, December 12, there will be a solemn mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, which will be followed by a procession to the school gym, where participants will celebrate with music and festivities. Refrescos de México, including Jarritos, Mineragua, Mundet and Sangría Señorial, will be served to all participants.

Jarritos Sponsors 2nd Annual Day of the Dead Celebration in Atlanta

2011-11-02T13:59:00.002-04:00

Atlanta's 2nd Annual Day of the Dead Celebration Sponsors, 11/6/11

On Sunday, November 6, Jarritos will again be a sponsor of Atlanta's 2nd Annual Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) Celebration. This free celebration will be held in Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta, and features traditional ofrendas (altars) created by members of the community, as well as live music and cultural performances, samples and sales of tasty Jarritos, Mineragua, Mundet and Sangría Señorial along with other authentic Latino delicacies, and arts and crafts.

The celebration of Día de los Muertos originates from the Aztec festival for the goddess of the underworld and the Spanish conquistadors' All Saints/Souls Day. Typically celebrated on the 2nd of November throughout Mexico, it is the day when adult souls are welcomed back home, and families prepare their favorite meals and their favorite beverages to nourish their dead, creating beautifully-decorated altars (ofrendas) in their homes and at their gravesites that feature their favorite foods and beverages, along with decorations including sugar candy skulls, sweet breads, and marigolds, the Mexican flower of the dead.

This is a wonderful cultural event celebrating one of Mexico's most important holidays, and we salute Lanza Group for organizing this celebration in Atlanta! For additional information, please go to http://www.facebook.com/AtlantaDayoftheDead?sk=wall

Refrescos of México Support Ballet Folklorico of Dallas Fundraiser

2011-11-01T14:34:00.000-04:00

In celebration of Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos), the Ballet Folklorico of Dallas held a festival fundraiser. Jarritos, Mundet and Sangría Señorial were sold to raise funds for the dance group. The funds will be used to provide new outfits to the students. The event was held in the Bishop Arts District in Oak Cliff, and was considered a big success!

Refrescos de México provide festive Mexican treats for Day of the Dead commemoration in San Jose

2011-10-31T15:59:00.000-04:00

MACSA, the Mexican American Community Services Agency, held a commemoration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at the MACSA center in San Jose, California. About 70 families attended the event, and both parents and children enjoyed tasty Jarritos, Mundet, Sangría Señorial and Mineragua refreshments provided by Liberty Tax Service and Novamex. Additional entertainment included face painting for kids, balloon and other giveaways, and authentic Mexican food including pan de muertos, a sweet bread shaped like a skull that is typically served at Day of the Dead commemorations.

The MACSA organization has provided comprehensive services to the Mexican American community in San Jose for over 48 years, in the areas of health, education and culture, using a holistic approach to service delivery to create long-term systematic change. Liberty Tax Service - Una Familia Sin Fronteras has created an alliance with MACSA to provide the Hispanic community financial and fiscal education, as well as support for family and cultural events.

Mano a Mano Presents Culinary Fundraiser in Honor of Zarela Martínez

2011-09-19T13:35:00.002-04:00

Mano a Mano is holding a tasting in honor of Zarela Martínez, owner of Zarela restaurant in New York City. Ms. Martínez's mission is to make regional Mexican cuisine and culture known and understood. The tasting will be held on Tuesday, September 27, at the Hemispheric Institute of Performance and Politics, and will feature foods from nine local restaurants. The delicious foods will be accompanied by authentic and great-tasting Mexican refrescos Jarritos, Mineragua, Sangría Señorial and Mundet.

This event is a fundraiser for Mano a Mano: Mexican Culture Without Borders. Proceeds from this event will enable Mano a Mano to continue offering free and low-cost cultural programming to members of the New York community, including Mexicanidad, a series of classes on music, dance, art and other aspects of Mexican culture. The refrescos of México are an ongoing sponsor of Mano a Mano and a great supporter of its mission.

Jarritos Sponsors Mexican IndepenDANCE Party in New York City

2011-09-18T15:33:00.000-04:00

Luis Miguel impersonator Eunald

To celebrate Mexican Independence Day, MEX and the CITY and NACOTHEQUE presented a Mexican IndepenDANCE party at Public Assembly in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Taco Morelos provided delicious tacos and other Mexican treats to the hungry crowd. Jarritos and Mineragua were served to all, and tasty Jarritos Palomas were prepared with Grapefruit Jarritos and Rosangel Gran Centenario. Juan Gabriel's impersonator, Eunald, made a hit appearance, and was accompanied by Mariachi Juarez. It was a lot of fun for all attendees, and everyone enjoyed a great celebration of Mexico's independence.

Refrescos of México Support Fiestas Patrias Celebration in Charlotte Area

2011-09-17T21:18:00.002-04:00

Thousands of Charlotte metro residents from Central America and Mexico are expected to attend an all-day celebration of Fiestas Patrias at Plaza Fiesta Carolinas. There will be live music and dancing, the coronation of the queen of the Fiestas Patrias celebration, traditional dance and mariachi, and a donation to the local food bank. Jarritos, Sangría Señorial, Mundet and Mineragua are sponsors of the event, and these delicious Mexican refrescos will be sold for fundraising. ¡Viva México! ¡Viva Centroamérica!

Refrescos of México refresh thirsty VIPs and Entertainers at Grito Festival in NC

2011-09-12T14:27:00.000-04:00

In celebration of the Independence of Mexico, PODER 105.3 FM radio in Charlotte, NC, organized a concert featuring Los Tigres del Norte. This concert was held at Plaza México in Harmony, NC. The General Consul of the Mexican Consulate in North and South Carolina was in attendance to deliver the traditional Grito of Independence, in honor of the special occasion and tribute to Mexico. The event also offered folkloric dancing, danzas, mariachis. Vital, Inc. set up a festive VIP area, where refreshing Mexican Jarritos, Mineragua, Mundet and Sangría Señorial were served to thirsty performers and VIPs. Viva México!

Refrescos of México support San Juan Church's Festival in Dallas

2011-09-06T14:22:00.001-04:00

Jarritos, Mundet, Mineragua and Sangría Señorial are proud sponsors once again of the Gran Fiesta de Jamaica 2011, the major fundraising event of San Juan Church in Dallas. Mariachi bands, singers and other performers will entertain the crowds, who will also enjoy tasty Mexican food treats and refreshing Jarritos, Mundet, Mineragua and Sangría Señorial. Funds raised at this event go to make repairs and renovations to the church, as well as to fund community programs throughout the year. The donated refrescos will also be used in creative games, and given to the winners of the creative games.

Chicago's Taste of Hidalgo Pays Tribute to Mexican Culture and Cuisine

2011-08-29T14:10:00.000-04:00

On Saturday, August 27, the Federación de Hidalguenses en Illinois held the 1st Festival Gastronómico Hidalguense, called "Con Sabor a Hidalgo" (A Taste of Hidalgo), at the Pilsen Wellness Center. The event was very successful, with over 500 people in attendance. Despierta América covered the event, and it was promoted in local magazines and newspapers, and through the distribution of attractive flyers and posters.

Jarritos, Mineragua, Sangria Señorial and Mundet provided tasty accompaniments to the delicious food tasting booths, and over 40 restaurants offered tasty samples in tribute to Mexico's great state of Hidalgo.

Jarritos Sponsors El Jefa Fest in Orlando

2011-08-28T18:11:00.000-04:00

On Sunday, September 4, La Jefa 1480AM will hold El Jefa Fest at the Orlando Fairgrounds. This festival commemorates Mexico's 200 years of independence, and celebrates and honors Mexico's rich cultural heritage. Comedian La Chupitos, Los Astros de China, Mojado, and Guadalupe will appear at the event, along with music groups from Durango, Jalisco, and Sinaloa. As a part of Mexico's rich tradition, Jarritos, Mineragua, Sangría Señorial and Mundet will be in abundance at the festival as well. Jarritos is a major sponsor of the event.

Refrescos de México sponsor CELH's 2nd Gastronomic Event in Houston

2011-08-23T13:29:00.000-04:00

The Latino Chamber of Commerce (Cámara de Empresarios Latinos de Houston) will hold their second Muestra Gastronómica (Food Tasting) at Rice University Memorial Center on September 2, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Over 40 restaurants will showcase their tempting foods, offering delicious samples to all. There will also be music, artists, mariachis, fun raffles, and networking opportunities. And Jarritos, Sangría Señorial, and Mundet will be served to all, as delicious and refreshing complements to the tasty food samples. All funds raised through the Food Tasting will go to the Chamber's Training and Development Center, to help the development of Hispanic small businesses.

Copa Jarritos 2011 is a big success in Charlotte Metro

2011-08-20T19:27:00.001-04:00

Liga IASO hosted Copa Jarritos in Monroe, NC, on August 14. Three youth soccer leagues - IASO, ALFA, and USO - participated in the tournament, with matches played in all child and U-16 youth age groups. Thanks to Novamex and Liga IASO, youth soccer players were able to enjoy a fun-filled soccer day, receive trophies and medals, and enjoy great weather with their families and friends, accompanied by refreshing Jarritos, Mineragua, Sangría Señorial and Mundet. We thank League Director Vinicio Cevallos for organizing and hosting Copa Jarritos 2011!

Refrescos de México will be a delicious part of Hidalgo Food Festival

2011-08-19T17:54:00.000-04:00

On Saturday, August 27, the Federación de Hidalguenses en Illinois will hold the 1st Festival Gastronómico Hidalguense, called "Con Sabor a Hidalgo" (A Taste of Hidalgo), at the Pilsen Wellness Center parking lot. This event will present the rich gastronomic heritage to the Mexican-American community in Chicago. The event is completely free, and will feature live music, folkloric dancing, a health fair, and games for the kids in additional to a food tasting featuring the great tastes of Hidalgo. Jarritos, Sangría Señorial, Mineragua and Mundet will be served to all, making the delicious food taste even better!

Refrescos of México help support fundraising drive for St. Judes Hospital

2011-08-18T17:52:00.000-04:00

La Más Buena de Qué Pasa radio station, 1590 AM, in High Point, NC, held a Radioathon of Promise and Hope, with funds raised for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN.
Jarritos, Sangría Señorial, Mundet and Mineragua were sponsors of the Phone Bank, providing tasty refreshments to thirsty volunteers. The radio marathon was a great success, with over $10,000 raised! People were very generous with their donations, for a great cause.