April 29, 2004

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo With Music And More

Music by popular band Grupo Karibe, a car show and folkloric dancing are just some of the highlighted events at Boise State University’s Cinco de Mayo 2004 Fiesta from noon-7 p.m. on Sunday, May 2, on the Student Union Patio. The fiesta is open to people of all ages and is presented by the Boise State Organizacion de Estudiantes Latino-Americanos (OELA). All events are free but food prices will vary. For more information call 426-3038. The community is invited to sample authentic Mexican food, view an excellent art show, watch the Mr. and Miss Cinco de Mayo pageant and participate in cultural contests. The fiesta will also include activities for children such as face painting, astrojumps, arts and crafts, pinatas and more. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about Mexican and Mexican American culture. Cinco de Mayo began in1862 when the Mexican army fought the invading French army led by Emperor Napoleon III at the Battle of Puebla. The Mexican battle victory sparked the Mexican people to revolt and forced the French to withdraw their claim on Mexico City and dissolve their imposed governmental system. -30- Contact Ramon Silva Organizacion de Estudiantes Latino-Americanos 208 466-1537 Media Contacts Kathleen Craven communications and marketing 208 426-3275 Angela Jones communications and marketing 208 426-3196