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Chicopee celebrates Portuguese heritage with flag-raising ceremony
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – It was a prideful day for the local Portuguese community in the City of Chicopee.
Many residents and local officials came together to celebrate Portuguese Heritage Month with a flag-raising ceremony.
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The weather brought the event indoors, but it did not stop the festivities. The event showcased the cultural heritage of the Portuguese community with music, dance, and guest speakers sharing their insights into the culture and its historical significance.
'It means a lot to us that we don't get to get together daily,' President of the Portuguese Club Brian Mendes said. 'Events like this bring a lot of friends and family together.'
The celebrations continued at the Portuguese Club in Chicopee, where people sat down and enjoyed a nice lunch. Mendes said the Portuguese Club will be hosting events all month long.
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