[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 131 (Wednesday, October 3, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1783]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF OHIODANCE

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 3, 2001

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize 
OhioDance, Ohio's statewide service organization for dance and movement 
arts, on their 25th anniversary.
  OhioDance has long been dedicated to supporting the diverse and 
vibrant field of dance in Ohio by providing communication, information, 
education, cooperation building, and organizational services to the 
entire state. OhioDance serves a variety of audiences from professional 
companies and dancers to amateur dancers. They benefit college and 
university dance departments, dance studios, school and community 
programs, and dance supporters. OhioDance also provides a quarterly 
newsletter, dance calender, and directory/recourse guide.
  The Ohio Dance Festival is to be held this year on October 19-20 and 
will prove to be an amazing time for all those in attendance. In 
conjunction with this year's festival, OhioDance will produce statewide 
showcases and master classes.
  Over the past few years, OhioDance has partnered with countless 
organizations to promote their goal and affect more Ohio citizens. 
Recently, they have collaborated with the Ohio Department of Education, 
the Ohio Arts Council, and K-12 teachers in the development of dance 
education curriculum.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in celebration on this very special 25th 
Anniversary of OhioDance. Their admirable mission to spread the art of 
dance to all Ohio citizens should be commended by all.

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