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Fashion show at Caribbean Jump Up

Following the festive traditions of the Caribbean, DC 37’s own Caribbean Heritage Committee held its fifth annual “Jump Up” Aug. 28 at union headquarters.

Helping to kick off the tropical party was the evening’s special invited guest, Nick Perry, a state Assembly member from Brooklyn. “It’s a real honor to be here and celebrate our Caribbean traditions with everyone tonight,” said Perry, who was introduced by Committee Chair Carmen Charles, the president of Municipal Hospital Employees Union Local 420.

The island-inspired party featured members dressed up in colorful, sequined costumes with feathered headdresses dancing to the pulsating beat of calypso and soca music provided by a DJ.

“We’re getting ready for the Caribbean Day parade,” said Charles. “Union members who come from Caribbean backgrounds work very hard in the hospitals and at other city jobs, and this is an opportunity for us all to come together and enjoy a well deserved celebration Caribbean style.”