Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer to Host 5th Annual
Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff

WHAT:
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, District 2 Commissioner Tony Ortiz and the City of Orlando will host the 5th annual City of Orlando Hispanic Heritage Month kickoff on Thursday, September 15, to celebrate the influence of Hispanic culture in Orlando.

This free event celebrates the commencement of Hispanic Heritage month which runs from September 15 to October 15, 2011. It 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 anniversary of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua declaring their independence in 1821.

The kickoff will feature food from local Hispanic vendors as well as a showcase of Hispanic art and performances.

The City recognizes the important role our Hispanic community plays and continues to reach out to our Hispanic residents through our Hispanic Office for Local Assistance (HOLA). Located at 595 North Primrose Drive, the HOLA Office connects Hispanic residents with more than 140 government and community organizations to find jobs, housing, healthcare services, educational opportunities and many other resources.

WHO:
Mayor Buddy Dyer
District 2 City Commissioner Tony Ortiz
Mayor’s Hispanic Office of Local Assistance (HOLA)
Hispanic community leaders
Local residents

WHEN:
Thursday, September 15, 2011
5:00 – 7:30 p.m.

WHERE:
Mayor’s Matching Grant Program:
City Hall Rotunda
400 South Orlando Avenue

For more information, contact (407) 254-4652.

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