The Tami Tango Trio from Argentina will close Missouri Western State University’s observance of Hispanic Heritage Month with a series of free events open to the public on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17 and 18, sponsored by the Missouri Western Spanish Club.

The Tami Tango Trio is an internationally acclaimed Argentine music and dance ensemble. The trio of flute, guitar and piano is accompanied by a talented dance duo.

Events include:

History lecture, 5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, Murphy Hall, room 220

Music workshop, 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, Potter Hall, room 112

Tango lesson, 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, Looney Complex gym

Concert, 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, Potter Hall Theater

The Tami Tango Trio appearances are co-sponsored by Missouri Western’s Student Government Association and the School of Fine Arts.

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