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MOISSANITE BORN FROM A STAR… MORE BRILLIANT… MORE FIRE… MORE COMPLIMENTS
Top Left: A custom-designed necklace by Recomira-Ray (Philippines) introduced at the 2001 Hong Kong Jewelry and Watch Fair; blending gold, rubies and Moissanite jewels created by Charles & Colvard into a piece that is truly enchanting.
Bottom Right: A stunning custom-designed necklace by Moissanite Singapore Pte Ltd. (Singapore) introduced at the 2001 Hong Kong Jewelry and Watch Fair, blending flowing strands of gold with brilliant Moissanite jewels created by Charles & Colvard.
Union Awareness in Public Schools
What are we as organized laborers doing to instill in the next generation of workers a knowledge and respect for the invaluable impact the union has had on the rights and freedoms of its members?
Sikh Day Parade Honored the Sikh Religious Faith
Guru Nanak Sikh Centre held their first Sikh Day parade. The gathering was an opportunity for the community to fellowship and enjoy Indian entertainment. Over 800 Sikhs marched from all over Michigan and surrounding states.
Left- below: Punjabi dance troupe, I-Bhangra from the University of Illinois relax before the parade that began at Lansing’s Riverfront Park.
The Sikh’s wear orange to represent alligence to their flag which is also orange.
The planning committee invited the entire community to share in celebrating their culture.
They plan on making it an annual event.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on May 5th
According to the U.S. Census Bureau and quite contrary to what is usually reported, 79% of Mexicans speak Spanish at home. Of this group, about half speak English “very well.” Thirty-seven percent of Mexican-origin residents are under 18, the highest percentage of that age group among Latino groups. Source: U.S. Census Bureau. Image U.S. Census Bureau Annual Demographic Supplement to the March 2002 Current Population Survey