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To honor and recognize Columbus's 18th Annual Asian Festival, to be celebrated on May 26th - 28th, 2012, at Franklin Park.
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WHEREAS, the Asian Festival is a united effort by many diverse Asian groups within Central Ohio, and highlights the beauty of Asian cultures, heritage, tradition, and arts; and
WHEREAS, the Asian Festival in 2012 will host artistic performances and cultural exhibits that will expand the general public's understanding of Asian cultures; and
WHEREAS, the festival will feature some of the best and most authentic cultural traditions from many of our Ohio Asian communities, encompassing a performance arts series, visual arts, crafts, and including the opportunity to enjoy and purchase exquisite cuisine not available in our local Asian restaurants; and
WHEREAS, the 18th Annual Asian Festival will also host a career fair, health pavilion, and children's area; and
WHEREAS, the Asian Festival attracts over 100,000 visitors and is widely recognized as one of Central Ohio's premiere special events; and
WHEREAS, the public can learn more about the festival and view a schedule of activities at www.asian-festival.org; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby honor and recognize Columbus's 18th Annual Asian Festival, and encourages our entire community to attend and enjoy the beauty and depth of Asian culture and heritage.