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Celebrating 60 Years of Bossa Nova and CCBU's twenty-first anniversary
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Please consider making a contribution to the CCBU
The CCBU is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and you donation is fully tax deductible. We would greatly appreciate your support by helping us fulfill our mission of disseminating the Brazilian Culture in South Florida.
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Next September, Brazilian presence in Florida will be celebrated with 20 amazing events throughout the whole month. Brazil - A Journey Through Brazilian Experiences will bring together Arts, Architecture, Business, Cinema, Dance, Education, Fashion, Gastronomy, History, Literature, Music, Sports, Photography, Theater and Tourism to underscore the Brazilian influence.The events will take place in six different cities: Miami, Miami Beach, Doral, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and Orlando. The idea is to integrate several actions to promote Brazil’s culture, business and the Portuguese language showcasing to Floridians and the international community in the Sunshine State a portrait of our country.
With 300.000 people, the Brazilian community is one of the most active communities in Florida, relevant and contributing in a very positive way to Florida development. Miami and Orlando are also one of the most favorites international destinations for Brazilian citizens. Per year, more than 1,5 million Brazilians spend vacation in Florida. Moreover, Florida is the biggest trading partner with Brazil in the US and a main destination of Brazilian foreign investments.
The Consulate-General of Brazil in Miami is coordinating the events with support from eminent leaders and influential entities from the local Brazilian community.
Full-time, degree-seeking students enrolled in or accepted for admission to Miami Dade College, in any course of study leading to an associates or bachelors degree, are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship from Centro Cultural Brasil USA.