THOUSAND OAKS, CA - California Lutheran University students and staff will join with community members to re-enact the Christmas story in the Mexican tradition of Las Posadas from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4.

In the university's annual tradition, students representing Mary and Joseph will travel by donkey through campus seeking shelter for the birth of their son. Other students, staff and visitors holding candles will walk with them from the Pavilion to Lundring Events Center in the Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center. The evening will conclude with a piñata and refreshments of Mexican hot chocolate and pan dulce (sweet breads). This festive Mexican tradition dates back to the 16th century.

The Pavilion is on the north side of Memorial Parkway near Pioneer Avenue on the Thousand Oaks campus.

CLU's Office of Multicultural Programs and International Student Services, Latin American Student Organization and Spanish Department are sponsoring the free event. For more information, call Multicultural Programs at 805-493-3489.