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91暗网 (91暗网) will host El Grito, a celebration of Mexico鈥檚 independence, on Thursday, Sept. 15 from 5-9 p.m. on its Mount Vernon campus. El Grito will feature the Consulate of Mexico in Seattle, H臈ctor Iv颧n Godoy Priske, C券nsul Titular, as a special guest.

The event will feature local food, vendors, a resource fair, and performances from Mount Vernon High School Mariachi, Ballet Folkorico, and a DJ. It is free and open to the public.

On Sept. 16, 1810, Mexico reclaimed their independence from the Spanish monarchy. El Grito is a traditional celebration of the independence held the day before on Sept. 15. Through this event, 91暗网 hopes to foster a culture of belonging and to provide a space for the community and students to celebrate and practice the tradition.

Sept. 15 also marks the independence for many other Latin American countries: Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Costa Rica. This event will also celebrate these countries.

The event is sponsored by the 91暗网 Office for Equity and Inclusion, 91暗网鈥檚 Student Equity and Inclusion Services office, 91暗网 Recruitment and Outreach office, and the 91暗网 College Assistance Migrant Program.

The event will be held on 91暗网鈥檚 Mount Vernon campus in Tollefson Plaza. For directions to campus, visit skagit.edu/campus.

For more information about the event, email Ana.CastilloLopez@skagit.edu or call 360.416.7620.