Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 20, 2022 6th annual Haitian flag raising celebrates Haitian heritage and culture Mayor Carlo DeMaria with city, state officials and local residents on Wednesday. The Haitian flag is raised outside City Hall. Guerline Alcy recorded the event on her phone. Pictured from left to right: speakers Dr. Geralde Gabeau, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, Natacha Clerger and Reverend Myrlande Desrosiers. Senator Sal DiDomencio, along with Mayor Carlo DeMaria, said Haitians stood up to keep the economy going the most during the pandemic. Student representative Dyna Louis shared a biblical message. S ta te Rep. Joseph McGonagle spoke some French Creole at the podium. Suffolk County Sheriff Steven Tompkins. By Tara Vocino T Mayor Carlo DeMaria thanked Ha i t i ans for bringing their culture and heritage to Everett. Pastor Guival Mercedat gave an opening and closing prayer. Evens Hebreux and Natacha Clerger broke out in dance midceremony. he Everett Haitian community celebrated their independence with a 6th annual flag raising ceremony outside City Hall on Wednesday. The theme was mosaic, Haitian pride and contributions. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) The Haitian flag is raised during Wednesday’s flag raising ceremony outside of City Hall.
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