Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Everett celebrates Brazilian CELEBRATES | FROM PAGE 1 Special to The Advocate R esidents from across Everett gathered at City Hall on Tuesday, September 8, to celebrate Brazilian Independence Day and recognize the varied contributions of Everett’s Brazilian community, which is an important part of the city’s diverse cultural landscape. Brazilian residents, families, business owners and community leaders contribute to the city’s neighborhoods, local economy and civic life. The celebration featured live music and dancing, the raising of the Brazilian flag outside City Hall and remarks from city, state and consulate officials. Brazilian Deputy Consul General Maria Helena Pinheiro Penna of the Consulate-General of Brazil in Boston addressed attendees during the celebration. “It is an honor to stand before you today to celebrate our national day, for this historic anniversary of our independence,” said Pinheiro Penna. “We do not only look back at the birth of our sovereign nation in 1822; we also look forward to celebrating the vibrant community of Brazilians who call this municipality of Everett home and forming a bridge of friendship between Brazil and the United States. Brazilians are proud to contribute every single day to the progress of the city and the state.” CELEBRATES | SEE PAGE 13 An Everett resident holds a Brazilian flag during the celebration. Residents hold a Brazilian flag during the celebration. The Brazilian flag displayed during Everett’s Brazilian Independence Day celebration at City Hall. Attendees listen to remarks during the speaking program. Massachusetts Alliance for Portuguese Speakers CEO Paulo Pinto speaks during the celebration. A band performed Brazilian music during the celebration. School Committee Vice Chairperson Marcony Almeida Barros speaks during the celebration. From left to right: Ward 1 Councillor Michele Capone, School Committee Vice Chairperson Marcony Almeida Barros, Parlin School Principal Darlene Pugnali, Mayor Robert J. Van Campen, Brazilian Deputy Consul General Maria Helena Pinheiro Penna and Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins pose for a photo.
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