Embrace the spirit of Cinco de Mayo
Embrace the spirit of Cinco de Mayo with events all week long
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April 30, 2013
LA GRANDE, Ore. (EOU) – The La Familia Club at Eastern Oregon University invites the campus community to join in a week-long celebration of Cinco de Mayo.
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War from 1861-1867, and has since evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage.
Events will highlight history, artistry and delicacies of the Mexican people. A complete schedule follows below:
- TUESDAY, APRIL 30
Movie Night & Discussion: A Better Life
6 p.m. in Badgley Hall, Huber Auditorium - WEDNESDAY, MAY 1
Maternal Instincts: Portraits of Women in Oregon and Mexico
Presented by: Professor Jessica Plattner
4 p.m. in Ackerman Hall, Room 210 - THURSDAY, MAY 2
Game Night: Loteria (Mexican Bingo) and various arts & crafts
6:30 p.m. in Ackerman Hall, Room 210 - FRIDAY, MAY 3
Outdoor Barbecue & Dance
BBQ starts @ 7:30 p.m. & Dance @ 9 p.m. at EOU Tennis Courts
$4 per person for the BBQ and $3 admission to the dance
*Carne Asada will be served at the BBQ
