(Commemorating Mexico's Independence)....Mexican Independence Day is not until September 16th.

Calexico is commemorating tonight. The event is hosted by the Calexico Recreation Department, Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center and the Mexican Consulate in Calexico. The theme is Viva Mexico. It is being held this evening at the Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center at 421 Heffernan in Calexico. It starts at 5:30 pm and will feature a Poster Exhibit of Mexican Cinema, Folkloric Dancing, Live music with Mariachi Aurora de Calexico, and an art exhibit by local artists. It is partially funded by the California Arts Council.