Union Celebrates Eastern European & Central Asian Day in Brighton Beach

Union members who hail from Eastern Europe and Central Asia enjoyed a festive day of dancing, food, and entertainment at Local 100's annual event at Tatiana's restaurant in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn.

Union leaders attending including President Utano, Secretary-Treasurer Richard Davis, and Shirley Martin, VP of Car Equipment, where many members come from Russia, the Ukraine, and many republics of the former Soviet Union. Also on scene was MOW VP John V. Chiarello, TA Surface VP JP Patafio, and many Division officers. International President John Samuelsen spoke powerfully on the need to unify the union in preparation for a big contract fight come next year. Also speaking were politicians including Assemblyman Peter Abbate and City Councilman Ari Kagan.

These photos will give you an idea of the professional caliber of the entertainment. Photos can't do justice to the food, however.