Author Archives: Que Fregados

About Que Fregados

Que Fregados is a quirky look at little things that strike us funny in Laredo and the unique Latino culture. Suggestions and comments are welcome. You can also email to quefregados@gmail.com.

Good Friday, good eats

I miss my parents’ Lenten cooking. Fridays during Lent were filled with arroz con camarones, chiles rellenos, lentejas and, of course, my favorite capirota. The streets of Laredo seemed so deserted today since 1/2 of the workforce is off for … Continue reading

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International Women’s Day on twitter and elsewhere

It’s International Women’s Day! A day celebrated worldwide to honor women’s achievements and progress throughout history and today. I have not heard of a specific event celebrating women in Laredo but we are only a few keystrokes away from connecting … Continue reading

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So much to do but if you have some time… enjoy a little jazz for free in honor of Black History Month

It’s mid-February!! In Laredo, that means WBCA craziness! My usual participation is only the parade but this year, I may not be around. I WILL be around to enjoy some free jazz at St. Peter’s Plaza in honor of Black … Continue reading

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Feliz Día del Amor y la Amistad

Reblogged from Que Fregados: Don’t get all anti-Valentine’s Day on me. I still celebrate Valentine’s Day, a la Mexico (and many other Latin American countries) style – in other words, I celebrate my friendships and love in general with el … Continue reading

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Rest in Peace, Esther Buckley

Our deepest sympathies to the Buckley family. Esther Buckley was a wonderful woman who gave much to the Laredo community with her intelligence and strength.  She was a GREAT person to work with and although we may not have agreed … Continue reading

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UFO Conference in Laredo

I can barely catch my breath these days. I have several conflicting events for this weekend but very quickly I wanted to share the schedule for the Laredo UFO conference taking place at TAMIU’s Student Center Ballroom. The day ends … Continue reading

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Zombie Walkers Make A Difference

Laredo is a buzzzzz… I would love to say it is because of Make A Difference Day but it actually has more to do with ZOMBIES. Combined together, though, zombies can also make a difference! A collaboration amongst QuickTurtle Productions, … Continue reading

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Los Dos Laredos Inside Out Project: Somos Hermanos

Let’s do it! Well, that is what I said when I signed on to help bring the Inside Out Project to this area. So today, Saturday, October 13th, will be our first photo shoot of random people at the SIFE … Continue reading

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If you are reading this, you were just touched by social media

The Que Fregados blog is on the go and LATISM (Latinos in Social Media) conference in Houston is our next destination! I know most readers of this blog don’t know me but for some reason, you are still reading this … Continue reading

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Blogging from the Women’s Leadership Launch

Kudos to Laredo Community College for hosting the first Laredo Women’s Leadership Launch with 68 local women participating. It’s part of the same group that coordinates Leadership Texas that I’ve always wanted to participate in but… time has always been … Continue reading

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