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Hispanic
Sites:
Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help
526 59th St.,
Brooklyn, NY 11220
Phone: (718) 492-9200
Pastor John Hamrogue
www.olphbkny.com
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services
at various times of the day |
On November
1, 1969 the church was inaugurated as a Basilica. One of only
15 basilicas in the U.S. compared to over 150 cathedrals. Only
a Pope can designate a church a basilica and when he does, that
church becomes, in a way, his church. The basilica has a glorious
dome portraying “Christ the King” in colorful splendor.
In addition to regular services, they have a center for the
aging and offer swimming lessons. |
BORICUA FESTIVAL
Prospect Park,
Brooklyn, NY
Phone: (718) 871-4972
Dates: August 3, 2002 - All day and night event
Contact: Ms. Luz Arruda,
Hispanic Young People’s Alternatives (HYPA)
411
42nd St.,
Brooklyn, NY 11232
Annual event held usually the first week of August, to celebrate
the Hispanic culture of Brooklyn. An all day event culminating
with a concert in the evening. |
The
Brooklyn Museum of Art
200 Eastern Parkway,
Brooklyn, NY 11238
Phone: (718) 638-5000
www.brooklynart.org
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| Wed-
Fri |
10
am- 5 pm |
| Sat-
Sun |
11
am- 6 pm |
Did
you know that the Brooklyn Museum of Art is the second largest
museum in New York City? Almost every culture is represented
in the permanent collection of over one million items from
around the world. Housed in a beaux-arts building, more than
500,000 visitors are annually welcomed to the museum. Located
in central Brooklyn, it even has its own subway stop. Special
events are planned for the first Saturday of each month. The
museum often presents works by Latinos. |
California Taqueria
187 Court St
Brooklyn, NY 11201-6420
Phone: (718) 624-7498
Information & reviews can be found at
http://newyork.citysearch.com
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| Sun-
Thurs |
12
pm- 10 pm |
| Fri-
Sat |
12
pm- 11 pm |
Two branches
recently opened in Park Slope serving authentic Mexican cuisine.
The food here is filling yet not overwhelmingly spicy. Classic
Mexican fare is made with your choice of stewed or grilled meats.
Six bucks buys you a burrito the size of your head or a huge
platter with a taco, enchilada or chile relleno (a sort-of South
of the Border cheese and pepper omelet). It has earned the reputation
of being New York’s first L.A.-style burrito place. |
Casa Pepe
114 Bay Ridge Ave.,
Brooklyn, NY 11220
Phone: (718) 833-8865
Manager: Under private management.
www.casapepe.com
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| Mon-
Thurs |
12
pm- 12 pm |
| Fri-
Sun |
12
pm- 10 pm |
Established
in 1980. Serving traditional Mexican and Spanish cuisine. Boasts
the best Sangria, Margarita and Pina Coladas in Brooklyn. Truly
unbeatable taste with a number of great reviews from leading
restaurant critics. Prices for entrees range from $9.50 - $22.
Catering services available for parties, wedding receptions
and other special events.
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Celebrate Brooklyn 2002
9th St. and Prospect Park W.
Parkslope, Brooklyn, NY
www.brooklynx.org
Program
founded in 1979. Offers a series of exciting and accessible
outdoor performances with world music, American roots music,
film, theater and spoken word programs in addition to jazz
performances. Focuses on pairing international artists with
local talent. Considered the finest outdoor performance
experience, not only in Brooklyn, but in all of New York
City.
Sample
shows for 2002 include the following:
BUDWEISER LATIN MUSIC SERIES:
Luis Vargas / Coco Merenson w/ special guest Joseito Mateo
Saturday, June 22, 2002- 7:30pm
Bachata superstars & "The King of Merengue"
Ely Guerra / Si*Sé / Jumbo
Friday, August 9, 2002- 7:30pm
Cutting edge Latin alternative music.
PALLADIUM MAMBO DANCE PARTY:
Machito Orchestra featuring Chocolate / Nelson Gonzalez
Saturday, August 10,2002 - 7:30pm
The Bandshell transforms itself into NY's biggest dance
floor.
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Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Arts for Transit
Jackie
Chang
Signs of Life, 2000
L,
G lines to Metropolitan Ave., Lorimer St.
Artwork
is owned by MTA New York City Transit and commissioned by
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Arts for Transit.
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