Michael Atherton says: "Actually, I was teaching our children about Mexico and thought it would be fun for them to hear a Mariachi band (not to mention getting to try out a new restaurant), but then Mr. Kahn doesn't think very much of homeschooling either. :-|"
Bill Kahn responds: Cultural diversity is the sort of thing kids learn well in a public school setting whether it is fun with Mariachis or something else; I suppose the experience Atherton wants for his kids might be fun, depending on their ages, but the underlying themes in most Mariachi music are not very suitable or interesting for kids--better stick to the dance music. Still, I suspect that the Minneapolis cultural experience Atherton seeks to provide his children is rare unless you have great latino neighbors like Annie Young or seek out the festivals she describes. Bill Kahn waiting for a Mexican restaurant start-up in Prospect Park or SE Mpls REMINDERS: 1. Be civil! Please read the NEW RULES at http://www.e-democracy.org/rules. If you think a member is in violation, contact the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[email protected] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
