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~ New Rochelle, NY- The City of New Rochelle celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant community event at Ruby Dee Park at Library Green on Saturday, September 21. The event, which featured an evening performance by Tito Puente Jr., marked the finale of the City's second annual Summer Sizzle Concert Series.
The festival kicked off with afternoon performances from Los Guachinangos and Grupo Elite, showcasing the diverse musical talents of the Hispanic community. Attendees were also able to browse and purchase goods from Hispanic artisans and vendors in the park and on Lawton Street, adding to the lively atmosphere of the downtown area. Nearby restaurants offered a variety of takeout and dine-in options for hungry festival-goers.
New Rochelle's Mobile City Hall initiative was also present at the event, providing residents with easy access to information about City programs and services through the New Rochelle Fire Department.
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Mayor Yadira Ramos-Herbert expressed her pride in the city's commitment to honoring its diversity through events like this. "The Hispanic Heritage Festival not only celebrates the rich tapestry of Hispanic culture and traditions, but also promotes connection, understanding, and unity within our community," she stated.
Development Commissioner Adam Salgado echoed this sentiment, stating that "through music and marketplace celebrations," attendees were able to experience "the heart and soul" of New Rochelle's Hispanic community. He also highlighted the success of the Downtown Summer Sizzle series, which has brought hundreds of music lovers to downtown New Rochelle every Saturday since May.
As summer comes to an end, city events will continue throughout the fall. Residents can visit www.newrochelleny.com/events for a listing of upcoming events.
Photos from the festival can be found on Facebook.
The festival kicked off with afternoon performances from Los Guachinangos and Grupo Elite, showcasing the diverse musical talents of the Hispanic community. Attendees were also able to browse and purchase goods from Hispanic artisans and vendors in the park and on Lawton Street, adding to the lively atmosphere of the downtown area. Nearby restaurants offered a variety of takeout and dine-in options for hungry festival-goers.
New Rochelle's Mobile City Hall initiative was also present at the event, providing residents with easy access to information about City programs and services through the New Rochelle Fire Department.
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Mayor Yadira Ramos-Herbert expressed her pride in the city's commitment to honoring its diversity through events like this. "The Hispanic Heritage Festival not only celebrates the rich tapestry of Hispanic culture and traditions, but also promotes connection, understanding, and unity within our community," she stated.
Development Commissioner Adam Salgado echoed this sentiment, stating that "through music and marketplace celebrations," attendees were able to experience "the heart and soul" of New Rochelle's Hispanic community. He also highlighted the success of the Downtown Summer Sizzle series, which has brought hundreds of music lovers to downtown New Rochelle every Saturday since May.
As summer comes to an end, city events will continue throughout the fall. Residents can visit www.newrochelleny.com/events for a listing of upcoming events.
Photos from the festival can be found on Facebook.
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