By Julieta Paita
Northeast News
HOUSTON–Last weekend the city celebrated Cinco de Mayo with several parades and festive events.
Northline Commons celebrated the “Cinco de Mayo” with music, games and entertainment for entire family. During the celebration Community leaders such as Rep. Gene Green and Council Member Ed Gonzales and many others attended the event to enjoy with the community.
“I’m glad Northline Commons started a new tradition for the third year to celebrate Cinco de Mayo here at Northline Commons, said Rep. Gene Green. “The most important thing is talking about freedom, it’s about liberty” because during the Battle of Puebla which took place on 5 May 1862 near the city of Puebla, the Mexican army defeated the French forces.
During this celebration, Houston Area Community Services (HACS), was providing free cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure screening. Kids enjoyed moonwalks as well as Radio Disney show and games. One thing that could not be missing is Marichis, food and many exhibitors.
The event gold sponsors was Houston Area Community Service (HACS), Capital One Bank and Chick-Fill A.