Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 27, 2026 City of Everett hosts 10th Special to The Advocate he City of Everett, in collaboration with the Everett Haitian Community Center (EHCC), hosted the 10th annual Francophonie Celebration at City Hall, honoring the rich culture and contributions of French-speaking communities to Everett and around the world. The event featured a ceremonial flag raising outside City Hall and brought together Consul General of France in Boston Mustafa Soykurt, Rev. Dr. Myrlande DesRosiers of the EHCC, Mayor Robert J. Van Campen, other local and state elected officials and community members. Following the ceremony, guests gathered in the Keverian Room for a reception featuring a selection of traditional French treats, offering an opportunity for attendees to connect and celebrate Francophone culture. As part of the celebration, Mayor Van Campen presented a proclamation and an Everett hat to Consul General Soykurt in recogniT tion of the occasion. “We’re proud to recognize March as Francophonie Month annual Francophonie Celebration Featured flag raising outside City Hall From left: First Lady Lisa Van Campen, Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia, Consul General of France in Boston Mustafa Soykurt, Mayor Robert J. Van Campen, Rev. Dr. Myrlande DesRosiers, Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins and Ward 1 Councillor Michele Capone. in Everett and to take a moment to celebrate the people and cultures that continue to strengthen our city,” said Mayor Van Campen. “Thank you to all of our community partners and residents who helped make this event an important celebration of our shared diversity.” Mayor Robert J. Van Campen (right) presented a City of Everett Proclamation recognizing March as Francophonie Month to Consul General of France in Boston Mustafa Soykurt. Mayor Robert J. Van Campen also presented an Everett cap to Consul General of France in Boston Mustafa Soykurt alongside Rev. Dr. Myrlande DesRosiers. A variety of French treats were available inside the Keverian Room at City Hall.
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