In this issue we focus on "La Fiesta Del Pueblo"

La Fiesta del Pueblo was a huge success this year. For the first time the event was held in Downtown Raleigh, at Moore Square. The weather cooperated and everybody had a great time. Festival goers were happy that we returned the event outdoors. The folkloric dances were spectacular. The music was as good as ever. The arts and crafts booths were rich with interesting products from Latin America. The tacos, pupusas and elotes were delicious and the non-profit booths had a very productive day in reaching out to the over 7,000 festival goers. This Fiesta we partnered with Marbles Children's Museum (http://www.marbleskidsmuseum.org/) as they hosted our Niñolandia fair on the north end of the Zócalo (Moore Square) and inside their courtyard. Over 500 of our Latino families discovered Marbles on Fiesta day, giving them free access to a great learning experience for children under 12 years of age.

For more info contact Pablo Escobar at 919-835-1525 or via e-mail at pablo@elpueblo.org

For the past 10 years El Pueblo has been relying on TROSA (http://www.trosainc.org/) to help with the logistics of setting up and breaking down La Fiesta del Pueblo. This is no small task, as putting on Fiesta is like building a little village overnight to house 10,000 people. One has to admire the dedication of the TROSA workers as they assemble booths, set up tables and chairs, place barricades and keep the grounds clean throughout the event. They take special care to make Fiesta an enjoyable event for everyone. We would like to formally thank Kevin McDonald, the Executive Director of TROSA for his contribution to El Pueblo and Randy Garcia who so diligently manages the project. We could not do it without you.

DISCOVER THE WORLD IN RALEIGH!
The annual International Festival of Raleigh (www.internationalfestival.org) offers 3 days of international performances, food, games, art and cultural exhibits at the Raleigh Convention Center. Over 50 different groups from around the world participate to showcase their cuisine, traditional dance and music; to share traditions and to celebrate the Triangle's unique diversity.

Main Stage: traditional ethnic dances, performed by artists in authentic dress. Sidewalk Cafes: culinary offerings from around the globe.

 

Cultural Exhibits: exhibits about the rich history and traditions of many different cultures.

 

International Bazaar: shopping for global arts and crafts.

 

Biergarten Stage: bands and musical performances from around the world.

 

Sophia's Corner: international games, face-painting, bouncy castle and other fun kids' stuff.

 

Demonstration Booths: interactive demos and classes on international cooking, dance and crafts.

 

Naturalization Ceremony: new American citizens take their oath in a moving ceremony at the festival's opening.
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