[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 88 (Tuesday, May 29, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E747]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING ``ORIGINS'' HISPANIC CULTURE EVENT

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                        HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 29, 2018

  Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize ``Origins,'' 
an exciting cultural event taking place in my Congressional district. 
This event begins on the evening of June 29th at the J.W. Warner House; 
a historic landmark in South Florida and home to the Miami Hispanic 
Ballet. It will be a celebration of Hispanic art, music, and cuisine.
  The event will include a number of different experiences that combine 
the talent and creativity of people from across Latin America. 
Attendees will experience and indulge in Cuban art, Venezuelan music, 
and Ecuadorian cuisine, and so much more.
  ``Origins'' highlights the distinct cultures that inhabit Miami and 
is a great representation of the rich Hispanic heritage that helps 
shape the American mosaic and South Florida community we call home. Our 
community is strengthened by events such as these, which teach younger 
generations about their cultural roots and promote the countless 
contributions Hispanics have made to the United States.
  I want to thank Catherine Alarcon for organizing ``Origins'' and I 
encourage everyone in our South Florida community to attend this rich 
celebration of Hispanic culture.

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