Chicago Police Host Multi-Culture Festival

Lincoln Square residents took a tour around the world Thursday night at the Chicago Police Department's 20th District headquarters. 

Irish dancers joined forces with martial arts and Nordic folk to entertain more than 50 members of the community.

Eight acts performed at the police department and the night culminated in a feast from the different areas of the world represented. 

"This is the fourth year we've had the festival and we do it to showcase the diversity we have here in the district," said Sgt. Norman Kwong. 

The 20th District Youth Explorer group was the host for the evening. 

Lynda Arredondo, 16, said she volunteered last year for the event and helped organize the efforts this year. 

More than 15 students from the area's schools volunteered at the multi-culture fest. 

"Most people think their cultures are so different, but there are many more similarities than differences," said Paul Muhr of the Nordic Folk Dancers. "The rhythms, footwork and food have similarities."