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Immigrant Heritage Week 2011

Posted on April 11, 2011

Today kicks off Immigrant Heritage Week, established by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg in 2004. Bloomberg, a grandson of Russian immigrants, established the week to celebrate the experiences and contributions of immigrants to New York City and the vibrant life stories … Continue reading →

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Highlights for National Hispanic Heritage Month: Week 3

Posted on September 27, 2010

José Arcadio Limón (1908 – 1972) was a pioneering modern dancer and choreographer born in Mexico. Limón moved to New York City in 1928 where he studied and performed with Doris Humphrey and Charles Weidman. Ten years after he began … Continue reading →

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Highlights for National Hispanic Heritage Month: Week 2

Posted on September 21, 2010

Hispanic Heritage Month Festival continues and we’d like to share more of the unique and festive activities. From music to a corn cooking demonstration, we’ve got our picks for the week. One of the events we’re looking forward to is … Continue reading →

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Highlights for National Hispanic Heritage Month: Week 1

Posted on September 15, 2010

Today is the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15–October 15), and New York City is honoring the history, culture and Hispanic heritage. Hispanic Heritage Month was started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage week, which was approved by President … Continue reading →

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