Spanish Version

One of the most  known festivities in our community is the celebration of our Hispanic Heritage. To this effect, the Counsel of the Hispanidad has been preparing for over three decades.

This year after electing  Miss Hispanidad, Miss Cindy Kohn Cybulkiewicz, and her maids, a Gala celebrating the Hispanic Heritage will take place in the gardens of  Parrot Jungle, enlivened by Havana Soul.

This Friday 14th of October will make history in the city of Miami, as the Council will present  Don Quijote awards to two of its most noticeable members,  organized by the Counsel of the Hispanic Heritage and sponsored by Publix Supermarkets, Dewar' s 12, Continental Trust Mortgage, Baptist Health of South Florida, BTS and Parrot Jungle.

Honored in  2005 they are two outstanding members of our community,  Dr. Pedro J Greer Jr. Andy Garcia

The Prize Mr. Quijote Humanitarian will be received by  Dr.. Pedro José Greer Jr., outstanding by his humane work with the poor and the helpless.

Mrs. Miriam Rosquete, president of the Counsel of the Hispanic Heritage says about Dr. Greer that 'he is a source of inspiration and pride for all  Hispanics, he  has been able to combine his indisputable professional successes with an ardent desire to help  others'.

In the field of Art and Culture, the prize will be received by Cuban American actor , Andy Garcia, who not only has been one of the most distinguished actors of our times, but who has maintained with pride his heritage and his roots.

According to Mrs. Rosquete, 'Andy Garcia deserves  great recognition for his valuable work  He has shown love for his country, and a tireless desire to help others succeed. He has also been able to make closer ties between the Spanish-speaking countries and the United States."

The statuette of Don Quijote is a masterpiece designed out in bronze by the globally famous sculptor ,Tony Lopez. The figure weighs approximately 12.8 pounds and is presented mounted on marble.

This award is presented each year to a member of the community who has excelled in promoting our heritage, the arts and traditions of the Spanish speaking countries.  Don  Quijote award has been presented to figures as noticeable as Celia Cruz, José Ferrer,  winner of  an Oscar, Tany Perez, famous  ballplayer ,Don Francisco, an international TV personality,  Camilo José Cela, winner of a Nobel prize,  Gonzalo Facio, Ambassador of Costa Rica and Former-President of  The United Nations,  Manuel Olivencia, Special Ambassador of  Spain and General Agent of Expo 92, and  Glory Bejarano, First Lady of Costa Rica.

During this  special event,  guests to this Gala of the Hispanidad will enjoy a dinner dance, the presentation of the Don Quijote awards, and  will be helping a noble cause, since the Gala is to benefit the scholarship fund sponsored by the Festival of Hispanidad.

Jessica Peramo (Miss Congeniality), Kiria Mendez (Fourth Princess), Greta Aguilera (Second Princess), Cindy Kohn-Cybulkiewicz (Miss Hispanidad USA 2005), Laura Prada (First Princess), Lianet Borrego (Third Princess), Jennifer Herrera (Miss Photogenic)