The newly formed Latino American Student Organization at Chattanooga State Community College is introducing itself to the community by hosting a Latino-themed event on the Amnicola Highway campus on Thursday, March 28.
Festival de Primavera will include a tamale sale, Zumba, film screening and La Paz Chattanooga presentation before concluding with music and dance performances. All events are open to the public with the exception of the film screening.
Following is a rundown of Thursday’s events.
10 a.m. Omniplex building, Room 124. Lily Sanchez of La Paz Chattanooga speaks on “Empowering Latinos in Our Community.” She will discuss the La Paz mission as well as needs of the local Latino community.
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tamale sale in a booth adjacent to the amphitheater.
Noon-1 p.m. Jay Medina leads free zumba class at the amphitheater.
3 p.m. Health Science Center, Room 1087. Screening of “Roma” open to Chattanooga State students only with valid ID. The first 60 students will receive free authentic Mexican food from Poblanos.
6 p.m. Omniplex building, Room 124. Music and dance performances by Xochipilli Dalton, Delta Hernandez and Dance Brazil, emceed by LASO member Angie Santamaría.
For more information: 423- 697-2505 or email juan.alonso@chattanoogastate.edu.