The 5th Annual American Dream Awards gala was held in Danbury this weekend.  The event promotes Danbury's immigrant history and highlights the cultural, social and economic contributions of all immigrants. 

5th District Congresswoman Jahana Hayes delivered remarks and says the core American values everyone shares is equal opportunity, progress and freedom in the areas of education, health and civic engagement.  Danbury State Senator Julie Kushner presented citations to the American Dream finalists.  She says these students are the future. 

The New American Dream Foundation partnered again with Danbury High School’s Drama Department to take on the theme of Hamilton – The Musical.  Interpretative dance performances of songs from the hit Broadway play, about one of the most influential immigrants in American history, took center stage. 

Tickets sales proceeds will benefit Mission Health Day – a day of free health screenings and other community services for the uninsured and the income challenged, hosted by Western Connecticut Health Network, Western Connecticut State University and The New American Dream Foundation.  The Foundation was started by Danbury Board of Ed member Emanuela Palmeras.