THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 10, 2024 Page 9 City celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Everett community gathered at the Connolly Center to celebrate with food, music and performances Mayor Carlo DeMaria speaking to attendees. The City of Everett joined with the Happy Garden Group and U.S. Army to host the first Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration at the Connolly Center. The City of Everett’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Simone Holyfield, and the Happy Garden Group were joined by School Committee Chairperson Jeanne Cristiano, Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro, Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia, State Representative Joe McGonagle and Frank Parker. From left to right, are; Marlene Westerman and Mayor Carlo DeMaria. State Senator Sal DiDomenico speaking to attendees. Former Ward 6 Councillor Al Lattanzi and current Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia joined Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Simone Holyfield and the Happy Garden Group. Attendees were entertained with various performances throughout the event. Special to The Advocate T he City of Everett recently joined with Happy Garden Group and the United States Army to host Everett’s first Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration at the Connolly Center. To celebrate and honor the contributions and culture of Everett’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander community, residents and elected officials joined together to enjoy various performances throughout the event. Following the performances, attendees were invited to partake in traditional Asian cuisine that was prepared and served by members of the United States Army along with volunteers. “I’m glad we were able to come together to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the City of Everett with this community event,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “I’d like to thank all of the organizations that participated and everyone who joined us for this celebration.” All of the upcoming City of Everett events can be found by visiting the events calendar on the City website at cityofeverett.com/calendar/category/events/list. Residents can also follow the official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter) to stay updated. Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @EverettGov_ MA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the upcoming events. J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. Shown from left to right, are; children’s book author Windy Pham and Mayor Carlo DeMaria holding her books. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping
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