[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 102 (Thursday, July 17, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1451]
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  TRIBUTE TO THE 7TH GREAT DOMINICAN PARADE AND CARNIVAL OF THE BRONX

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                          HON. JOSE E. SERRANO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 17, 1997

  Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor for me to recognize the 
Great Dominican Parade and Carnival of the Bronx on its seventh year of 
celebrating Dominican culture in my South Bronx congressional district.
  Under its founder and president Felipe Febles, the parade has grown 
in size and splendor. It now brings together an increasing number of 
participants from all five New York City boroughs and beyond.
  On Sunday, thousands of members and friends of the Dominican 
community will march along the grand concourse in honor of Juan Pablo 
Duarte, the father of the independence of the Dominican Republic.
  The event will feature a wide variety of entertainment for all age 
groups. This year's festival includes the performance of Merengue and 
Salsa bands, crafts exhibitions, and food typical of the Dominican 
Republic.
  In addition to the parade, President Febles and many organizers have 
provided the community with nearly 2 weeks of activities to commemorate 
the contributions of the Dominican community, its culture, and history.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with enthusiasm that I ask my colleagues to join 
me in paying tribute to this wonderful celebration of Dominican 
culture, which has brought much pride to the Bronx community.

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