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   Mission Statement:


 
   The purpose of the organization, Day of Portugal and Portuguese

    Heritage in Rhode Island, Inc. is:


   1)      to celebrate the holiday, Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas
            (Day of Portugal, Camões and the Portuguese Communities), in the State of Rhode Island;

   2)      to preserve the traditions of the Portuguese culture for future generations;

   3)      to promote the contribution of the Portuguese people,  language and culture to the rich fabric of
            the State of Rhode Island.

                   

 

A Message from the President

 

 

Marie Ray (Rei) Fraley

 

 

 

This year marks the 31st consecutive celebration of the “Dia de Portugal, de Camões e

das Comunidades Portuguesas” in the State of Rhode Island.  It is a grand celebration shared

by Portuguese-speaking countries throughout the world. The 2008 Committee of the Day

 of Portugal and Portuguese Heritage in RI is honored to carry on this tradition begun by

so many proud Portuguese-Americans who came before us.

 

The success of this celebration is a testament to the pride and hard work of our community. 

So many beautiful and entertaining events take place during the months of April, May and

June that bind us together in culture and fellowship. It is an opportunity to enjoy our

traditions and to share them with the entire state of Rhode Island.

 

Therefore, let me take this opportunity to thank the 2008 Committee for their dedication

and tireless work as well as the numerous clubs, organizations and institutions that

contribute to the success of these events. Without the dedication and contributions of so

 many, this celebration would not be possible.

 

“Bem-haja!”

 

 

 

Marie Ray (Rei) Fraley, President

2008 Committee of the Day of Portugal and Portuguese Heritage in RI, Inc.

 

 

  


 

  

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