ROCK SPRINGS — The committee organizing the annual International Day event has announced a last minute change in the entertainment line-up. Due to a family emergency, the OPA Greek Dancers will not be able to perform this year. In their place the Malialole will be performing.
Malialole’s (MAH-lee-yah-low-lay) mission is to perpetuate the Polynesian Culture through song and dance while promoting cultural awareness of all Pacific Island People. They have performed all around the United States and have even had the privilege of teaching music and dance to schools in Hawaii. They teach throughout the Salt Lake valley in many of the elementary, middle and high schools. Malialole will open your mind and hearts while letting the persuasive beauty of tropical island dance and music take hold of you. With a warm and humbled heart, they say “ALOHA.”
International Day is set for THIS SATURDAY, July 11, in Bunning Park and features a wide range of local, regional, and international entertainment, activities for kids, exotic foods and unique vendor items. As always, admission is FREE of charge. The celebration kicks off with the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. Entertainment begins at 10:00 a.m. and continues throughout the day. The full schedule includes:
10:00 a.m. Dave Pedri and the EIO Band
11:00 a.m. Malialole
12:00 noon Mariachi Zavala
1:00 p.m. James Bilagody and the Wyoming Little Feathers
2:00 p.m. Polish Folk Dancers Krakowiacy
3:00 p.m. Malialole
4:00 p.m. Mariachi Zavala
5:00 p.m. James Bilagody and the Wyoming Little Feathers
6:00 p.m. Polish Folk Dancers Krakowiacy
7:00 p.m. Dave Pedri and the EIO Band
8:00 p.m. Remembering the Fab Four! Imagine (Beatles Tribute)
In addition to hourly performances, there will be a kid’s area with crafts and activities. Tony Corona will be strolling through the park throughout the day playing the accordion. There will also be plenty of food vendors as well as over 20 imported beers available.
International Day celebrates the diverse heritage of Rock Springs each July. Known as the “Home of 56 Nationalities,” different cultures are celebrated all day through food, exhibits, costumes and live entertainment. It is the only ethnic festival of its kind in Wyoming. For more information visit DowntownRS.com.
