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Immigrants Day Festival
Honoring Our Heritage

Discover the traditions immigrant groups have brought to the area during the Immigrant Day Festival. The festival features food, craft activities for families and performances. The event highlights the History Museum's exhibit, Land of Opportunity: The Immigrant Experience in San Mateo County.

Performers
Performance groups will present on Courthouse Square.
12 p.m.: Eden Aoba Taiko
1 p.m.: Far East Dragon Lion Dance Association
1:30 p.m.: Kennelly School of Irish Dancing
2 p.m.: Trio Amore
2:30 p.m.: Wat Mongkolratanram Thai Temple
3 p.m.: Halau Kamakaniwaianuhea and Halau Keikiaii’I
3:30 p.m.: Casa de la Cultura Quetzalcoatl
4 p.m.: Tempos de Outrora
4:30 p.m.: Kababayan

Citizenship
For many immigrants, the courthouse was a symbol of American government. In recognition of the Courthouse Centennial, a citizenship ceremony will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Courthouse Square.

Food
Taste food from countries around the world. Food tastings available in the History Museum's Upper Rotunda from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Share
During the event, explore the History Museum's Land of Opportunity exhibit. Share your families immigrant experience at the Immigration Stories Kiosk. More>

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Details
Date:
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Time:
Event 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.,
Food tasting 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Location:
History Museum and Courthouse Square
Cost:
Free Admission;
$5 for food tasting card