Spanish Rhythm: A flamenco dancer performs during Family Day: Madrid-Miami Celebrando La Hispanidad at the Freedom Tower on Oct. 4. The event celebrates ties between the United States and Spain through live music, dance, theater and cultural performances highlighting Hispanic Heritage. LUCAS DUARTE/THE REPORTER
Playful Moment: A young girl smiles while holding an animal-shaped balloon during the family- friendly event at Freedom Tower. Children took part in hands-on activities as families gathered together to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month. LUCAS DUARTE/THE REPORTERJuggling Act: Camilo Plata, the chicken juggler, entertains a child, during a performance that was part of the day’s cultural programming. LUCAS DUARTE/THE REPORTERKeynote Speaker: Telemundo 51 news anchor Gloria Ordaz speaks at the Freedom Tower on Oct. 4. DIVYASRI KADAMBI/THE REPORTERFlamenco Clapper: Anna Vera, a dancer performs high-energy flamenco moves including traditional footwork, handclaps and dramatic storytelling of Andalusian dance to the Freedom Tower stage on Oct. 4. DIVYASRI KADAMBI/THE REPORTERGuitar Duet: Two musicians, one playing an electro-acoustic guitar and the other playing a classical guitar, combine string rhythms in a dynamic performance. DIVYASRI KADAMBI/THE REPORTER