Whether you’re cleaning your kitchen after a big meal or finishing a painting project, it can be tempting to pour just about anything liquid—or sometimes even solids—down the drain.

Focused on Central American heritage, Ambiente Central is a monthly party where the community comes together for a night of live music, dancing and traditional food.

The six-day event, known as the “messenger feast," brought together 11 dance groups and about 700 participants.

In 2009, Calle 13 recorded “La Perla ,” a now iconic track with salsa pioneer Rubén Blades that mixed hip-hop with ...