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PASEO BORICUA PROMOTES A FUN AND SAFE HALLOWEEN IN THE |
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DSBDA continues the tradition of bringing families and local businesses together with Haunted Paseo Boricua. Chicago, IL — October 13, 2009—Division Street Business Development Association will host Haunted Paseo Boricua and parade on Saturday, October 31st in the Humboldt Park neighborhood along Division Street between the two steel monumental Puerto Rican flags. The event will begin at 2:00pm and go until 7:00pm and is free and open to the public. A parade will kick off a street festival with a haunted house, scary grave yards, candies, face painting, and games accenting the Puerto Rican Culture. By creating family friendly and cultural experiences in our neighborhood, DSBDA and its community partners emphasize the importance of joining forces with the local businesses to celebrate and showcase our tradition. "It’s so refreshing to see traditional holidays celebrated in a manner centered around the affirmation of the Puerto Rican culture," said Eduardo Arocho, Executive Director of the DSBDA. Paseo Boricua is proud to showcase their local businesses, organizations, and culture. During the event, take an opportunity to tour the Division Street businesses from California Street to Western Avenue. This is event is being co-sponsored by: Batey Urbano, Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos H.S., Barreto Union League Boys & Girls Club, Rebaño Compañerismo Church, Africaribe Cultural Center, Urban Theater Company, The Puerto Rican Cultural Center, WestTown Bikes/Cyclo Urbano
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