Celebrations for Cinco de Mayo start tomorrow. I know, I know, Cinco de Mayo is a waaaaay bigger deal in America than it is in Mexico. Many people think that it is Mexico's equivalent to the USA's 4th of July, but it actually is commemoration of a battle won by Mexico over France. Mexico's independence day is known as Grito de Dolores and celebrated on September 16.
Cinco de Mayo may not be the most important Mexican holiday, but it is a great opportunity to celebrate diversity in Ogden and nationwide.
The Weber County Library will celebrate on Thursday, May 5 (of course) at the Main Branch and on Saturday, May 7 at the Pleasant Valley Branch. The event will boast a presentation of Mexican dances by Utah-based Mexican folk dances, arts and crafts and refreshments. Additional details are available on my calendar.
On Wednesday, May 4, the Marshall White Center will celebrate with a car show, music, dancers and activities for kids. Javier's will provide the food.
Do you know of any other Cinco de Mayo celebrations? Are you attending any of these events? Leave a comment to share!
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Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Monday, May 2, 2011
A day in Ogden
Took some time to go out and enjoy some sun, bikes and O-town. Started at the at the Treehouse for On Track to Reading. On Track to Reading is all about preparing kids to learn to read and for school. The goal is to have them interact with the songs and then sit through a group story time for about 15 minutes. Unfortunately my daughter's not quite on track, more like derailed. She will not sit down for one second. It's OK though, she's a free spirit.
Next, we headed down Washington Blvd. to check out all the newish businesses downtown. We stopped at the BEE for coffee, then did some shopping at Urban Chic, Ogden Rox and Recreation Outlet. Elle was digging the hats at Urban.
We attempted to ride the parkway, but it happens to be about 8 feet under water!
Lastly, we stopped at the library for Children's Book Week. It was really neat. They had a volunteer from the Dinosaur Park who brought bones and fossils. Then we read a dinosaur picture book and made dinosaur masks. At the end, they passed out some treats and every kid got to pick out a free book. If you missed this, I highly suggest you check out it out tomorrow at the Pleasant Valley and North branches. You can get more info from my calendar.
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