Come listen to the voices of the Amazon

The Congregational Church of Patchogue invites the community this Saturday, Nov. 14, to “The Colors and Voices of Amazonia,” an exhibition of art, traditional dance, presentation, video and reception.

“Amazonia [the Amazon] may seem like a long way from Long Island, but not when you consider that the region is called ‘The Lungs of the World’ because of the countless trees that make oxygen,” said Rev. Dwight Lee Wolter.

The Village of Patchogue recently commemorated the 18th year of local hate crime victim, Marcelo Lucero, who was attacked by a group of local high school kids and murdered in Patchogue. His funeral, at which Wolter presided, was held in his church. Just a few weeks later, Fabian Tacuri of Projecting Arts (an arts organization advancing the work of Latino Artists and Performers) and Wolter formed a bond to present his exhibitions at the Congregational Church of Patchogue.

“We have been hosting these joyous and creative events ever since,” Wolter added.

The event will be held at 6 p.m. at the Congregational Church of Patchogue, located at 95 East Main Street, near the Patchogue Theatre. For more information call: 631-475-1235.