I rise today to recognize the Organizaclon Civica y Cultural Hispana Americana and the Hispanic Heritage Week Committee for their efforts in organizing the 1993 Youngstown Hispanic heritage celebration. This 3day celebration promoting cultural awareness and pride will help to commemorate the contributions that Hispanics have made both to Youngstown and the the Nation. Further. the celebration will be aimed specifically at the younger audience In an attempt to encourage youths of Hispanic decent to recognize and value their rich cultural heritage. Recently selected grand marshal Antonla Caraballo will oversee the events and attractions during the celebration. After emigrating to Youngstown from Puerto Rico In 1953. Mrs. Caraballo has risen to become a leader in the LatinAmerican community In Youngstown.
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