Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner, and while food is a major part of this annual Mexican-themed party, decorations also contribute to the festive nature of the May 5th fiesta. Fortunately, you don’t have to spend a ton of money to add spice to your Cinco de Mayo party. These simple projects are easy enough for your kids to make and affordable enough so that you can bring a little slice of Mexico to your home: Homemade Maracas: Tape a piece of construction paper (sized to fit) to the end of an empty toilet paper roll. Pour … Continue reading →

Hola and Ole; two words you’ll be hearing a lot of in the coming days. As we count down to Cinco de Mayo, you can look forward to a host of parties and parades where plenty of amazing Mexican food will be shared and consumed. The festivities get underway on the fifth of May and commemorate the Battle of Puebla in which the Mexican army defeated an advanced attack by French troops. While some focus on the cultural and historic significance of the day, many others simply consider Cinco de Mayo a reason to party. If you are planning a … Continue reading →

If you are into partying, then you’ve likely been counting down to today. May 5th is, of course, Cinco de Mayo. Or, as many Americans see it, an excuse to pig out on burritos as big as their heads and drown themselves in a pool of margaritas. Ole! However, the culturally aware also know that May 5th is Boys Day in Japan. The holiday is also celebrated in the United States, though mainly in Hawaii, California and other states which have large Japanese populations. Officially known as Tango-no-Sekku, or the Boys’ Festival, May 5th is Japan’s way of turning the … Continue reading →

On the fifth day of the fifth month people around the world commemorate Mexico’s victory over French forces in the Battle of Puebla. That happened in 1862 and the victory was short-lived. Still, Cinco de Mayo is a day for celebration. Here in the United States and around the world, the holiday honors Mexican heritage. If you are looking for simple ways to celebrate at home, then gather the kids and make a few easy Mexican dishes and these fun crafts: MEXICAN PARTY STREAMERS Materials: Empty toilet paper rolls Craft glue Red and green craft sand Red, white, and green … Continue reading →