*Dates and times are subject to change.

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THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS FOR MAKING BFFW'S 3rd ANNUAL

CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL ANOTHER HUGE SUCCESS

 

BFFW Board of Directors for your leadership and hard work.

BFFW Advisory Board for your encouragement.

BFFW General Members for your support.

BFFW Parents for sharing your children, time and our common dream.

BFFW Dancers for being such beautiful children.

BFFW Extended Families, Friends and Volunteers. You came through for us as always.

 

2008 SPONSORS:

Arts Council of Fort Worth & Tarrant County

Fort Worth Star-Telegram

La Estrella

Sam's Club – Westworth Village

Kohl's – Lake Worth

The T (FW Transportation Authority)

Aetna-CHIP/Medicaid Program

Taco Casa – Camp Bowie

Eso Es Sounds

Triple S Manufacturing

Sigma Kappa Lambda

Amigos in Action

Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

Bob Martinez Consulting, Inc.

Hispanic Women's Network-FW Chapter

Chadra Mezza & Grill

McDonalds - Stockyards

Eric Reyes and Associates

Juanito's Taqueria

World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth

Pizza Patron – La Gran Plaza

Fort Worth Billiards

Spring Creek Restaurants

Mrs. Baird's Bakery

The Photo Button Connection

El Rods Cost Plus - North Main

Food City Grocery

Fiesta Grocery - NE 28th

Albertson's – Lake Worth

Fiesta Grocery – 8th Avenue

Home Depot #6549 - Lake Worth Texas

Home Depot – SW Loop 820

Tom Thumb – Camp Bowie

Albertson's – Western Center

Albertson's – West Freeway

Albertson's – Clifford

Cabinet Millwork Designs

Riskey's BBQ - Melvin

Zap Copy Center

 

2008 PERFORMERS

McTeggart Irish Dancers of North Texas

Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth, Inc.

Rose Marine Theater – Teen Troupe

Mondo Drummers

CJ's Studio of Performing Arts

North Crowley Lady Steppaz

Trio Montuno

Latin Express

Cowtown Opry Saddle Pals

Elvis Impersonator – Jesse Gonzales

 

2008 COMMUNITY SERVICE VOLUNTEERS

Tarrant County Health Department

Fort Worth Fire Department

Fort Worth Water Department

Fort Worth Environmental Department

Women's Health Services by Marie Murphy, CNM

Aetna-CHIP/Medicaid Program

All Smiles Dental Center

Evercare - United Healthcare

World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth

Volunteers – Family - Friends

 

The community for believing in Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth and for coming out and supporting our event.  You are very much appreciated.

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THE BFFW IS IN SEARCH OF A PERMANENT HOME

The Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth is in search of a permanent home in order to continue in its mission to spread the beauty of the Mexican culture to its diverse audiences throughout the community.  The growing demand for BFFW performances (92 last year) has also increased its necessity for rehearsal time in order to produce quality presentations.

There are approximately seventy-five (75) individuals on the BFFW waiting list hoping to join this great organization, with some having already waited for over a year.  Without its own facility in which to add additional classes, the BFFW will be forced to continue to have these children wait.  They are very anxious to become part of an organization that has such a strong commitment to preserving the traditions of its Mexican culture, promoting physical fitness, encouraging team work and building strong character.

The community has blessed BFFW with its continuous support and encouragement, so we are asking for your assistance in reaching this much desired and necessary goal.  If you or anyone you know has any suggestions or ideas as to how or where the BFFW can obtain such a facility at a very reasonable price, please contact Carmen Garcia at 817/894-2558.  We welcome the opportunity to speak with you about such an opportunity.

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THE BEAUTY OF MEXICO AT THE FORT WORTH SYMPHONY CONCERTS IN THE GARDEN'S – VIVA EL MARIACHI!

The Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth is very proud to have been part of the entertainment at the Fort Worth Symphony Concerts in the Garden's 'Viva El Mariachi!'' on Sunday, June 22nd.  This was a fantastic opportunity for BFFW to expand on its mission to encourage appreciation of the Mexican culture through music and dance.

The audience reaction was very pleasing and the dancers enjoyed the positive encouragement they received for their fantastic performance.  This will definitely go down as one of BFFW's outstanding presentations.

Thank you to the Fort Worth Symphony for allowing Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth this unique opportunity to join with the premier musical ensemble Campanas de America in bringing the splendor of the traditional music and dances of Mexico to this outstanding event.  It was definitely a magical night for BFFW, and will be an experience for our dancers to remember for a lifetime.

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BFFW APPLEBEE'S BREAKFAST BUFFET FUNDRAISER

The BFFW will be hosting an Applebee's Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser on Saturday, August 2, 2008 from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. at 6301 Lake Worth Blvd., Lake Worth, Texas 76135 .  You are invited to come show your support or our organization and enjoy a tasty breakfast with friends.  Please help spread the word and invite your family, friends and co-workers to join you.

Tickets can be purchased in advance from a BFFW parent, dancer or Board Member for $8.  The ticket must be presented for the breakfast buffet and in order to be eligible for door prizes.  If you would like further information, please contact Beverly Marquez-Gonzalez at 817/653-0892.

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BFFW AT THE 1^ST VAQUERO DAY CELEBRATION

The BFFW is pleased to announce its performance at the 1^st Vaquero Day Celebration on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at the Mercado on North Main, Fort Worth, Texas at 7:00 p.m.  This event will benefit the Bronze Vaquero Statue to be Erected Near the Stockyards.

The evening will begin with a reception at 6 pm followed by a dinner, show and dance featuring the sounds of Prime Time Band.  It is promising to be a night full of entertainment and enjoyment.  For more information, please contact Manuel Valdez at 817/737-4263 or Mary Hernandez at 817/923-5261.

We look forward to seeing you there.