Representative Adriano Espaillat Hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Event

NEW YORK – Join Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and New York city and state leaders this Saturday, October 15th at 3:00 p.m. for a community Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at Quisqueya Plaza located at 238-224 Dyckman St, New York, NY 10034.

During the event, Rep. Espaillat will be joined by New York City Council Member Carmen De La Rosa, New York State Assembly Member Manny De Los Santos, and New York State Attorney General Letitia "Tish" James.

Honorees for this weekend's celebration include: Félix V. Matos Rodríguez, Chancellor of The City University of New York (CUNY); Cristina Contreras, Chief Executive Officer at NYC Health and Hospitals / Metropolitan; Alfonso Alvarez, Founding Member, the Mexican American Chamber of Commerce; Dr. Hector Rodriguez Navarro, M.D. -- each recognized for their continuous contribution and support of the Latino community.

The event will feature live performances and backpack giveaways for local students and families in attendance.

All events are public and residents are required to RSVP prior to attendance by emailing RSVP.Espaillat@mail.house.gov or calling 212-497-5959.