Building bridges and unifying all Latino American groups in New Bedford was the goal of this weekend's Latino Festival at Hazelwood Park. 

TSM - Dance Group highlights Latino Festival Parade
TSM - Dance Group highlights Latino Festival Parade
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The celebration began with a parade from Fort Tabor, featuring souped up cars, dance groups, and a lot of Latino pride.  Spectator Jimmy Riveira is glad to see the Latino community come together.....

TSM - Vendor booths lined up at Latino Festival at Hazelwood Park
TSM - Vendor booths lined up at Latino Festival at Hazelwood Park
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The festival itself featured vendors, music, entertainment and food.  It was sponsored by the Puerto Rcan and Latin American Art and Cultural Committee of New Bedford.

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