"La Charanga 76" Anniversary Concert

The City of Union City will be hosting a concert celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Latin band "La Charanga 76" on Friday, October 5, 2012 at 7:00 PM at the Union City Performing Arts Center, 2500 Kennedy Boulevard, Union City.  Admission is FREE and parking is available at 23rd Street Parking Deck located on 23rd Street between Summit and Kerrigan Avenues in Union City.

"La Charanga 76" was formed in Union City, NJ and made its debut at Liberty Park on July 4th, 1976 hired by El Centro Cultural Cubano de NY to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.  Simultaneously in 1976, "La Charanga 76" released its first LP which featured its run-away hit "Soy" (a ballad by Willy Chirino). Currently, "La Charanga 76" is still going strong and maintains its national and international popularity.  The band performs as a special attraction in major concerts and events.

"La Charanga 76" concert is part of Union City's Hispanic Heritage month celebrations. This will be a special concert celebrating the many accomplishments of one of Union City's most successful musical institutions.  Everyone in the community is invited to attend.

For more information, visit:  www.UnionCityPAC.com.