If you’re looking for an opportunity to break out the fiesta attire, then Ocho de Mayo: A Celebration of Mexico might be just your ticket. The event will be held on Friday, May 8, from 7-9:30 p.m at the Asheville Sister Cities headquarters (33 Page Ave.) and will feature Mexican guitar music by Michael Luchtan, a Mexican folk dance demo, food and drink, and a raffle with promised ‘amazing prizes.’ Fiesta attire is encouraged.
Admission is $10 per person (includes 1 free drink ticket.) Space is limited so interested parties are asked to RSVP by May 5 to gwengh@charter.net or karon@ashevillerealtygroup.com.
The event is presented by the Valladolid and San Cristóbal committees of Asheville Sister Cities and all proceeds go to the scholarship funds for the two committees.
Organized in 1988, Asheville Sister Cities, Inc. (ASCI) is a 501(c)3 organization affiliated with the city of Asheville and Sister Cities International. ASCI serves to promote international awareness and maintain good relations with Asheville’s sister cities: Vladikavkaz, Russia; San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico; Saumur, France; Karpenisi, Greece; Valladolid, Mexico; and Osogbo, Nigeria.
Join them for international films, performances, travel opportunities, food and wine tastings, and a chance to promote peace through global friendship.
Membership is open to all individuals and organizations in the Asheville community. Click here for membership information.
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