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Honoring and Recognizing the 4th Annual Brazilian Day Flag Raising in Philadelphia as a Celebration of Brazilian Independence and Brazilian Day
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WHEREAS, September 7th marks the 197th Anniversary of Brazilian Independence; and
WHEREAS, The City of Philadelphia raises the Brazilian flag to promote awareness of the many contributions of Brazilian-American citizens to the economic development and vitality of the City. Brazilian Day Philadelphia is a day to share the diverse ethnic heritage that makes Brazil unique and rich in cultural pride; and
WHEREAS, Project Capoeira, Inc. and its founder, Adenilson Dos Santos have been the instrumental organizers, promoters, and participants of Brazilian Day Philadelphia. The non-profit's mission is to foster inter-cultural understanding and a sense of community through art education and social outreach. They devote themselves to preserve, develop, and share the art of Capoeira, a Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, games, music, and dance to the Philadelphia Area; and
WHEREAS, Brazilian Day Philadelphia week-long festivities will culminate with the Brazilian Day Festival at Penn's Landing. The free event features vendors offering a variety of authentic Brazilian foods, traditional crafts, and talented performers showcasing the rhythms and dances of Brazil including Samba, Forro, Pagode, Capoeira, Samba-Reggae, and more; and
WHEREAS, The organizers, sponsors and supporters of Brazilian Day Philadelphia work to unify the Brazilian Community by showcasing and supporting its talents and local businesses, and promoting a greater understanding, respect, and appreciation for Brazilian culture and community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, That it hereby honors and recognizes the 4th Annual Brazilian Day Flag Raising in Philadelphia as a celebration of Brazilian independence and Brazilian Day.
FURTHER RESOLVED, That an Engrossed copy of this resolution...
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