Topeka Fiesta Mexicana performances

Now that those who staged or attended the 78th anniversary Topeka Fiesta Mexicana have had a chance to rest up and cool down — provided they are at home in air conditioning — here is a chance to trigger some memories of the 2011 fiesta by visiting CJOnline.com.

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Rising Tejano star AJ Castillo performs July 16, 2011, at the 78th anniversary Topeka Fiesta Mexicana, a fundraiser staged by Our Lady of Guadalupe Church to support the Holy Family School in Topeka's Oakland neighborhood.

Flashback -- lead guitarist and vocalist MIke Cowell, bassist Chuckie Pain and drummer Jake Bartlow -- perform "American Woman" July 16, 2011, at the Topeka Fiesta Mexicana.



Mariachi Girasol performs July 15, 2011, at the 78th anniversary Topeka Fiesta Mexicana.


Mariachi Habanero performs July 16, 2011, at the 78th anniversary Topeka Fiesta Mexicana.


Beans and Cornbread perform July 15, 2011, at the 78th anniversary Topeka Fiesta Mexicana.