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 Atlanta Carnival 2008 Receives Official "Support" by Elected Officials
The Atlanta Caribbean Carnival 2008 Receives "Official" Support by Elected Officials Throughout the City and State
By Jacqueline Louis
Themed, “Unity through
Diversity-Celebrating 20 Years,” the Official Atlanta Caribbean Carnival will
be held on Saturday, May 24, 2008 in downtown Atlanta. In promoting the recognition of the Caribbean
community, strategic alliances were forged with elected officials throughout
the City of Atlanta and State of Georgia, to support the Atlanta Caribbean
Carnival festivities, as well as the long-term viability of Caribbean arts,
culture and community development.
“The City of Atlanta proudly celebrates
the 20th Anniversary of the Atlanta Caribbean Carnival,” says City
of Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, further sharing that: “The Atlanta Caribbean
Carnival – a celebration of cuisine, culture and history–adds, in no small part
to Atlanta’s cultural landscape. For
generations, Caribbean nationals have added to the vitality of the Atlanta,
through their achievements and contributions of business, politics, education,
community service and culture. By recognizing the efforts
of Caribbean nationals, we can encourage the importance of inclusion in
building a bright future for everyone. We extend best wishes for a successful
celebration.”
In addition, an official
proclamation by the Atlanta City Council, represented by Councilman C.T. Martin
will be presented during the Carnival festivities on Saturday, May 24. This proclamation announces the City’s support
of the Atlanta Caribbean Carnival as the “Official” Caribbean Carnival celebration, and also,
deems Memorial Day Weekend, as “the Official Atlanta Caribbean Carnival weekend.”
The City of Atlanta will also present an
unprecedented Phoenix Award recognizing the many talents of international
recording artist, Machel Montano as the “Caribbean Music Ambassador.”
Also among this esteemed group of supporters is State
Representative Billy Mitchell (D-Stone Mountain): “I
am indeed privileged to take part in the celebratory events of the
Caribbean community, as their accomplishments and contributions to our
state-indeed our nation, is most deservedly worthy of honor and recognition.”
Both the
City of Atlanta and State representatives will be presented with unique UNITY
Ambassador awards in recognition of their ongoing commitment and support of the Caribbean community.
The main Atlanta Caribbean Carnival events will be
held in downtown Atlanta on Saturday, May 24, and
include
a Parade of Bands, that begins at 12:00 PM on West Peachtree, and ends with a
Festival Village and lively onstage entertainment in the historic Auburn
District-between Jesse Hill Jr. and Hillard Streets. For further information, media inquiries and/or
interviews, contact Jacqueline Louis at jacquelinelouis@msn.com or 404-664-0541. For general information
about the Atlanta Caribbean Carnival, contact Annette Lemonn at 404-587-5195.
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