International Festival Invites Community Participation

Sponsors, vendors, performers and non-profits encouraged to get involved.

The Latino Community Association (LCA) invites Central Oregon residents and businesses to get involved to celebrate family heritage and culture at the 10^th Annual Festival of Cultures on September 24^th, 2016 at Redmond’s Centennial Park. Deadline for vendor discounts and sponsors is August 1^st.

The Festival of Cultures is an international affair including booths set up by Central Oregon residents representing many different cultures from around the world, and a very special Official Citizenship Oath Ceremony conducted by representatives of U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. Last year 16 people from 13 countries took their oath at the event. Also included are local dance troupes, singers and musicians, ethnic food vendors, service and product vendors, a fantastic Kid’s Area, Passport Challenge game with prizes, and a unique International Street Fair.

Organizers are seeking people with roots in any and all cultures of the world to share their heritage by setting up a free educational booth. Tables and chairs are provided for cultures. Non-profits are provided free space as well in exchange for providing a kid’s activity.  This is a great opportunity for sponsors and vendors to share your business with about 1,500 people. To participate in this year’s Festival of Cultures, visit www.festivalofcultures.info, or contact the Latino Community Association at 382-4366 or info@festivalofcultures.info  You can also interact with us on Facebook at /FestivalOfCultures.

About Latino Community Association

For the past 16 years, the Latino Community Association (LCA) has been empowering Latino families and children and building bridges across cultures to create a more resilient Central Oregon. In partnership with caring and generous individuals, businesses, community organizations and public agencies, LCA is committed to empowering our Latino families to thrive.  Their programs, which impact nearly 7,000 people every year, include: Workforce Empowerment, Family Empowerment, Healthy Families, and Cultural Enrichment. LCA also provides translation services and diversity training. For more information or to join LCA, visit www.latinocommunityassociation.org or call 541.382.4366.