Fairfax Mayor Catherine Read (center) poses with the members of Mariachi Estrellas (from left) Jorge Anaya, Judith Gomez, Daniel Sheehy and Richie Medrano. The group entertained prior to the Sept. 24 City Council meeting, during which Read read a proclamation recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month in Fairfax City.
The public is invited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Fiesta Fairfax. It’s slated for this Saturday, Oct. 5, from 2-7:30 p.m. in Old Town Square, 10415 North St. in Fairfax City. The fun will include cultural performances, music, food and educational exhibits highlighting the contributions and experiences of the Hispanic, Latino and Latinx community.
The Old Town Square stage will host folkloric dance performances from various countries, as well as a salsa dance demonstration and class, followed by a live band so attendees may practice their new dance moves.
Latin food vendors from around the area will be available to share the flavors from across Latin America. Area nonprofit organizations will also be on hand to share information about services and opportunities to work with the City’s growing Latino community. With Latino residents comprising some 20 percent of Fairfax City’s population, it’s hoped that Fiesta Fairfax will be a time to celebrate their contribution to the City.
— Bonnie Hobbs