Anniversary Events

Fall Anniversary Closure Breakfast

  • Event for friends and supporters that recognized accomplishments, reflected the anniversary year, and presented the initial findings of La Casa de Don Pedro’s 2013-2018 Strategic Plan.
  • Launch of The Newark Public Library public exhibition: “40 Years: The Story of La Casa de Don Pedro”
  • Date: Thursday, December 13, 2012
  • Location: The Newark Public Library, 4th Floor
  • Presenting Sponsor: The Newark Public Library
  • Article | Photo Gallery

“El Festival de la Familia Latina” Summer Community Festival

  • A community celebration, complete with professional musical entertainment, artistic performances, and family centered activities. The festival featured DJ Lady C all day with live performances by Peruvian Dancers, Dynamic Dynasty, Afrocuba Band, Steven Kroon Jazz Band, and Yahaya Kamate Drummers.
  • Number of people attended: 2000
  • Date: September 9, 2012
  • Location: Bloomfield Avenue, between Clifton & Lake Street, Newark
  • Article | Photo Gallery

40th Anniversary Gala, “Newark’s Treasures”

La Casa’s traditional annual fundraiser, but bigger, better, and more elegant than ever.

  • Number of people in attendance: 240
  • Date: April 4, 2012
  • Location: Prudential Center, Newark
  • Article | Photo Gallery

“Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow”

  • A stimulating conversation by prominent participants and observers that will reflect on La Casa’s and Newark’s history, present, and future.
  • Date: February 9, 2012
  • Location: Newark Museum
  • Presenting Sponsor: The Newark Museum
  • Article | Photo Gallery

Fall Launch Celebration

  • A private luncheon with close friends, supporters, and La Casa employees to kick off the year’s festivities and honor those who go above and beyond their service to the community.
  • Date: November 2, 2011
  • Location: New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Chase Room
  • Article | Photo Gallery