30th Anniversary Proclamation

CONGRATULATIONS TO ASHKENAZ MUSIC & DANCE COMMUNITY CENTER ON THE OCCASION OF ITS THIRTIETH ANNIVERSARY IN MARCH 2003

WHEREAS, Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center, a nationally recognized non-profit music and dance organization, has been an embodiment of the cultural diversity of Berkeley for thirty years; and

WHEREAS, Ashkenaz was founded by human rights activist and folk dancer, David Nadel who was tragically killed in January 1996; and

WHEREAS, the Ashkenaz community came together to carry on David Nadel's mission by raising funds to purchase the building and creating a nonprofit organization to continue the important mission of Ashkenaz; and

WHEREAS, Ashkenaz brings together people of all ages, cultures and lifestyles by presenting programs that include folk, world and roots music and dance and by providing a setting for community benefits; and

WHEREAS, Ashkenaz supports and encourages local musicians and dancers as performers and teachers and provides a safe and comfortable atmosphere for people to learn, dance and enjoy music together; and

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that on behalf of the City of Berkley, we are pleased to present the Ashkenaz Board of Directors, this certificate of congratulations for their outstanding work and commitment to providing the Berkeley community with a center that promotes peace and harmony and builds friendships.

Signed by: Mayor Tom Bates, Vice Mayor Maudelle Shirek, Councilmembers Linda Maio, Margaret Breland, Dona Spring, Miriam Hawley, Betty Olds, Kriss Worthington and Gordon Wozniak.

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