A COMMUNITY will stage a week of fun events to celebrate its diverse cultures.
The events start on Monday and highlights include an International Family Day, to be held in Mowbray Park and Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens, from 10am to 4pm, on Friday.
The event will showcase the best of dance, crafts and music, the day will also give people an opportunity to take part in a range of workshops such as meditation, yoga and massage.
An International Sports Festival will be held at the Raich Carter Centre, on Wednesday, while a barbecue and fun day will be staged at the Washington Church of Christ, Columbia, from 1pm to 5pm, on Saturday, June 19.
Part-funded through the Government's Neighbourhood Renewal Fund and organised by the City of Sunderland Partnership and the Sunderland Refugee Network, the events are free and open to everyone.
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