Now. the festival has been extended to 11 days of religious. cultural. and ethnic activities. this year beginning on June 12 and running through June 22. The festival includes special nights that honor the Bellerose areas various ethnic groups. including Irish-. Italian-. and GermanAmericans. Each of these tributes to New Yorks cultural diversity features activities designed to expose the folklore and history of one group of Americans to the entire community. As we continue to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty this year. it is events such as the Gregorian Festival that remind us of the unique immigrant heritage of the American people. Mr. Speaker. as it celebrates its jubilee.
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