[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 74 (Tuesday, June 1, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E975]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


RECOGNIZING THE SUCCESS OF THE THIRD ANNUAL MID-MICHIGAN NATIONAL DANCE 
                                  WEEK

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 1, 2004

  Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure today to 
recognize the outstanding success of the third Annual Mid-Michigan 
National Dance Week. National Dance Week is a wonderful opportunity for 
the children in Michigan's Eighth District as it encourages their 
cultural growth and promotes their physical well-being. In late April, 
over 450 mid-Michigan dancers representing 16 dance, gymnastics and 
performing arts studios delighted over 3,000 spectators who enjoyed a 
weekend filled with free, family-oriented entertainment.
  Over the past 23 years, National Dance Week has actively encouraged 
the growth of dance in America. Today, National Dance Week is providing 
an opportunity for many young Michiganders to learn about the cultural 
and artistic expression of dance.
  Mr. Speaker, National Dance Week is broadening the horizons and 
opening doors for many of mid-Michigan's most talented dancers. I ask 
my colleagues to join me in recognizing the success of National Dance 
Week 2004 and to wish continued success to National Dance Week this 
year and beyond.

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