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Whenever the name Pennsylvania or Philadelphia is mentioned, easily one reflects on the major sporting event “PENNS RELAY” which is dominated by Jamaicans over the years. Many historic track records of Jamaican athletes, has set the world stage here, that lead to superb dominance.

However history is in the making once more, come Tuesday 6th of August 2013, at the Jamaica’s 51st Independence Ceremony, in the Mayors Conference Room at City Hall Philadelphia, starting at 12:00 P.M. and ends at 2:00 P.M. Ms. Karen Stokes – Deputy Director in the office of Hon. Tom Corbett- Governor of Pennsylvania, on behalf of Governor Tom Corbett, Ms. Karen Stokes will make by proclamation “Jamaica Independence Week” from August 5th to August 10th each year.

This high recognition of Jamaica’s most eloquent holiday is taking the City of Philadelphia by storm. The State of Pennsylvania will be the first State throughout the USA, to officially recognize by proclamation of a national Jamaican holiday on USA soil. This legacy will serve as a national Jamaican pride, for generations to come in the State of Pennsylvania. This significance has lead to a vibrant Jamaica’s 51st Independence Celebration, throughout the City of Philadelphia, to include various Jamaican organizations.

With the commitment of the Jamaica Pennsylvania Association, to promote Jamaica’s history and culture and collaborate with other entities to sustain our national motto “OUT OF MANY, ONE PEOPLE”.

I am proud to be a Jamaican born, from an Island with such rich history & cultural value, I believe it’s our solemn duty to share it, with others. Jamaica Pennsylvania Association, and it’s members, are committed to sustain the integrity of our island, and promote our indigenous culture, with dignity of Jamaican pride.

Honorable Arnaldo Brown – Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, will attend the official ceremony on Tuesday 6th of August 2013, at City Hall in the City of Philadelphia. Hon. Arnaldo Brown will bring word from the Prime Minister of Jamaica – Most Honorable Portia Simpson – Miller ON, MP. Other invited guest are Mayor of Philadelphia- Michael Nutter / Mayor of Chester County –Mayor John Linder to include other Members of Senate / dignitaries and members of the protocol.

Jamaicans and Philadelphians will also have the opportunity to see the raging Ms. Jamaica World 2013 – Gina Hargitay on Saturday 10th of August 2013, at the Jamaica celebration, schedule for Fairmount Park, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Ms. Hargitay presence will add value to our highly anticipated celebration, and of course we anticipate her to take the Ms. Worlds finals title in Indonesia. This I believe will be her first visit to United States of America, and the City of Philadelphia welcomes the beauty of Jamaica’s soil. Ms. Jamaica World 2013- Gina Hargitay, will make presentation of award to persons who has contributed, significantly to the development of Jamaica’s history and culture, within the State of Pennsylvania.

This celebration is schedule to go live on air, from Philadelphia to New York City, courtesy of Irie Jam Radio. Mr. Bobby Clarke and his organization has contributed significantly in the development of Jamaica’s history and culture and has been predominantly sustained their position.

The fun filled celebrations is heavily supported by Disc Jockeys and Sound Systems operators, throughout the USA and Europe.