Good things come to those who wait. Luckily in the case of Latination, the wait wasn’t too long. Construction downtown delayed plans for the two-day celebration, but the Arts Council of Kern is ready to party this weekend with art, music, food and more.

Now in its 13th year, and its second at the Arts Council, the two-day celebration will include a juried fine art exhibition, live music and dance performances, authentic cuisine, local artisans and vendors, and hands-on cultural experiences for all ages.

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