Dia de la Familia (Family Day)

The Eastfield College campus is the place to be Saturday, April 28 during the Dallas County Community College District's (DCCCD's) 17th annual celebration promoting higher education in the Hispanic community. Dia de la Familia (Family Day) will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Eastfield College'supper and lower courtyards. (In the case of inclement weather, the event will be moved inside.) Theevent, which is FREE and open to everyone, promises to deliver one of its most exciting presentations yet.Music lovers will delight in listening to a DJ playing all types of music. Performing artsenthusiasts will be entertained by students from area schools. In addition, attendees will be treated to a fashion show by the Eastfield College Fashion Club and carnival-type game booths. The littleones will enjoy activities such as giant Twister, obstacle course, bouncing area, coloring booths, face painting, a traveling magician and balloon sculptures. Not only will visitors rock to the rhythms and soar to the sights being presented during this four-hour carnival, but they will also receive valuable information about the instructional programs offered through the DCCCD. Information about the DCCCD's Rising Star Scholarship program will also be available. The Rising Star program provides a two-year college education to qualifying seniors through Dallas County. Each of the seven DCCCD campuses will be represented, providing information on admissions requirements, financial aid, etc. The goal of this festival is to increase community participation in education at all levels through these fun, informative activities that are free and family-focused. Studies show that when theseed is planted early, most children can be influenced to stay in school, and to go on to college especially with the support of family members. For more information about this free event, please call Maria Arocha, Director of Community Outreach, at 972-860-7025.