Heart and Soul Festival bridges African American culture and heart health awareness
For Immediate Release
Contact: Sandra Sgambati
201-894-3386
201-820.8651 (mobile)
**February 27, 2009**
WHO: Englewood Hospital and Medical Center; The Tapestry for
Hope and Change; NAACP Bergen County Chapter; African-American Advisory Committee of Bergen County; special musical guests.
WHAT: Community festival celebrating African-American culture and
heart health awareness.
WHERE: Englewood Hospital Auditorium
350 Engle Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
WHEN: February 27, 2009
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The first-annual Heart and Soul Festival at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center will bridge healthcare and cultural awareness through song, dance and education. Families will have an opportunity to learn and celebrate the African-American experience and at the same time, learn more about heart health issues that impact their communities and ways to improve their own heart health.
Various visuals including: The Tapestry for Hope and Change (http://thetapestryforhopeandchange.webs.com/index.htm) making its inaugural appearance in New Jersey; Jazz, Gospel, Rhythm and Blues, Hip-Hop musical performances, health information booths, health screenings and more.
