Kickoff Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 10

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Posted date: September 01, 2015

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 2 City Commissioner Tony Ortiz invite residents to the ninth annual Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff on September 10. The free event, from 5-8 p.m. at City Hall, celebrates the influence of Hispanic culture in our region.

Hispanic Heritage Month honors the culture and traditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Central America, South America and the Caribbean. The starting date coincides with the Independence Commemoration of several Latin American countries.

This year’s event will highlight Puerto Rico and will feature Latin music, food and folkloric dancers. Guests will also be able to visit the art exhibit “La Diaspora” at the Terrace Gallery in City Hall that will showcase a diverse collection of art pieces from Central Florida emerging and veteran Puerto Rican artists. After its debut at City Hall, the exhibit will tour various cities in the United States and Puerto Rico.

Parking will be available in the City Commons parking garage on the corner of South Street and Boone Avenue behind City Hall. For more information, please call 407.254.4652 or email hola@cityoforlando.net.

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