Embrace the spirit of Cinco de Mayo

Embrace the spirit of Cinco de Mayo with events all week long

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