Carlos Mencia and Cheech Marin Headline CHCI Reyes of Comedy Night

Carlos Mencia and Cheech Marin Headline CHCI Reyes of Comedy Night

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) today announced Carlos Mencia and Cheech Marin will appear at its annual Reyes of Comedy Night at the Warner Theatre in Washington, DC, on October 2, 2007. The Reyes of Comedy Night is part of CHCI's 30th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month events, paying tribute to the contributions of Latinos and raising funds for its nationally recognized leadership development programs.

Carlos Mencia, host of Comedy Central's Mind of Mencia, headlines a bill that includes legendary Latino comic and actor Cheech Marin as the host. Also appearing are Alex Reymundo of the Latin Kings of Comedy tour, Lisa Alvarado of NBC's Last Comic Standing, and Kiki Melendez, creator of the "Hot Tamales Live" all-female variety show.

"The Reyes of Comedy Night features the best Latino talent from around the nation and is a highlight of CHCI's Hispanic Heritage Month events every year," said Esther Aguilera, CHCI President and CEO. "Since 1978, CHCI has helped develop the next generation of Latino leaders and Reyes of Comedy Night supports that mission."

Produced by Si TV and Anheuser-Busch, Reyes of Comedy Night is one of three CHCI events commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month. CHCI's 2007 Public Policy Conference and 30th Annual Gala will be held at the Washington, DC, Convention Center from October 1-3, 2007.

About Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), a nonprofit and nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization, provides leadership development programs and educational services to students and young emerging leaders. The CHCI Board of Directors is comprised of Hispanic Members of Congress, nonprofit leaders and corporate executives. For information call CHCI at (202) 543-1771 or visit www.chci.org.

About Si TV

Si TV is the first English-language, Latino-themed network. Connecting with 18-34 year-old viewers, Si TV's 60% original programming slate features hip and culturally-relevant shows including the latest in entertainment, music, lifestyle, comedy and independent films. The network launched in February 2004 and is available nationwide on Dish Network and in 13 million homes across the country on Cox, Comcast, Time Warner Cable, and Verizon, among others. For more information on Si TV, please visit www.sitv.com.

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Source: Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute

CONTACT: Scott Gunderson Rosa, +1-202-548-5876, sgunderson_rosa@chci.org,
Rebecca Dreilinger, +1-202-543-1771, rdreilinger@chci.org, both of
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute

Web site: http://www.chci.org/
http://www.sitv.com/

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