The public is invited to City Hall for the 6th Annual Latino Heritage Award Reception & Ceremony. Mayor Mike McGinn presents the award to South Park activist Carmen Martinez, Recreation Program Specialist, South Park Community Center. Pictured is musician Martha Gonzalez teaching fandango dancing at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center at an '09 event.
Press release:
Sixth Annual Latino Heritage Award Reception & Ceremony - YOU'RE INVITED!!!
Mayor Mike McGinn to present
2010 AWARD RECIPIENT: CARMEN MARTINEZ – South Park Community Center
Celebrate Latino Heritage Month with us.
October 14
Seattle City Hall
Begins at 11:30
(Light refreshments will be served)
"Get swept up in the interactive fandango (folk and flamenco dance) traditions of Veracruz. Dancing on box drums, festive melodies and bright flowing dresses immerse the audience in convivenca(the spirit of living and being in community)."
The Latino Heritage Award will be presented at the Bertha K. Landes Room in Seattle City Hall followed by The Seattle Fandango Project, sponsored by Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs. Please share with your friends!
