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  The Dominican Children and Youth Library Brings Together Hundreds to See the Play “You Are Special”

  Santo Domingo, December 19, 2019 – The Dominican Republic’s Children and Youth Library (BIJRD) closed the year with a program packed with cultural activities, as well as workshops, special literary events, festivals, exhibits and contests that promoted reading and other creative activities. The play “You Are Special” was the Library’s end-of-the-year big event, ushering in … Continue reading "The Dominican Children and Youth Library Brings Together Hundreds to See the Play “You Are Special”"
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  Minister of Culture States: “UNESCO’s Decision to Declare Bachata Music as a Patrimony of Humanity Makes All Dominicans Proud

  Santo Domingo, December 19, 2019 – Upon hearing the news that the U.N. Organization for Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) had declared Bachata music and dance as a patrimony of humanity, Dominican Minister of Culture Eduardo Selman stated that the country is thrilled with the decision. “This decision will strengthen the identity of Dominicans throughout … Continue reading "Minister of Culture States: “UNESCO’s Decision to Declare Bachata Music as a Patrimony of Humanity Makes All Dominicans Proud"
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  Gastronomy and National Patrimony Day

                                  Dominican Folklorist Celebrates Santo Domingo, December 19, 2019 – Dominican folklorist Xiomarita Pérez, an expert on typical Dominican music and customs, headed the annual event that traditionally ushers in the Christmas season in the Dominican Republic. Pérez, along with … Continue reading "Gastronomy and National Patrimony Day"
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  Ministry of Culture Issues National Visual Arts Awards to Four Distinguished Dominican Artists

  Santo Domingo, December 18, 2019 – Minister of Culture Eduardo Selman headed a moving awards ceremony this past Tuesday,  December 17, where four of the Dominican Republic’s most distinguished visual artists were distinguished for their lifelong artistic trajectory. The artists honored during the event were plastic artists Jorge Severino and Amable Sterling, sculptor Bismarck Victoria … Continue reading "Ministry of Culture Issues National Visual Arts Awards to Four Distinguished Dominican Artists"
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  JAZZ PIANIST ANIA PAZ BACK IN SANTO DOMINGO WITH NEW REPERTOIRE

  Santo Domingo, December 16, 2019 – Peruvian pianist and composer Ania Paz recently put on a top jazz performance at “Segunda Casa,” a cozy music hall situated in the very heart of Santo Domingo. Innovative as usual, after the concert performance Ania Paz held a Meet & Greet with her loyal fans. “Segunda Casa,” situated … Continue reading "JAZZ PIANIST ANIA PAZ BACK IN SANTO DOMINGO WITH NEW REPERTOIRE"
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  Poetry Recital by Poet Lucila Rutinel at the Dominican Cultural Commission in New York City

  New York, December 4, 2019 – Distinguished Dominican poet Lucila Rutinel will present a special event titled “A Recital for the Homeland,” to commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The recital will be held at the Andrés Francisco Requena Hall at the Dominican Ministry of Culture’s Commission Office in New … Continue reading "Poetry Recital by Poet Lucila Rutinel at the Dominican Cultural Commission in New York City"
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  Dominican Ministry of Culture Announces “Long Night of Museums, 2019 Winter Season”

  Santo Domingo, December 5, 2019 – The most exciting night for Dominican families is coming…and soon! It is the “Long Night of Museums” annual event, this time featuring two very special themes:  the merengue, the Dominican national rhythm and dance and awareness raising on the issue of gender violence. The traditional cultural event is sponsored by … Continue reading "Dominican Ministry of Culture Announces “Long Night of Museums, 2019 Winter Season”"
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  “Discover Your Country With CTN” Event Held in 35 Different Venues in Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone

  The rally, sponsored by the Caribbean Traveling Network, allowed many families to participate in a unique historical route Santo Domingo, December 2, 2019 – The Dominican Republic is a nation full of history, of incredible places to visit and beautiful people.  For this reason, executives from Caribbean Traveling Network (CTN) sponsored the fifth annual Tourist Rally … Continue reading "“Discover Your Country With CTN” Event Held in 35 Different Venues in Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone"
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  Puerto Plata Tourism Cluster Elects New Board 2019-2021

  Puerto Plata, November 21, 2019 – During the 2019 General Ordinary and Extraordinary Assembly held by the Tourism Cluster of the north coast city of Puerto Plata, the largest in the Dominican Republic’s north coast, its members chose its new Director Council for the period 2019-2021. The new members will consist of representatives from the … Continue reading "Puerto Plata Tourism Cluster Elects New Board 2019-2021"
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  Santo Domingo’s Acropolis Center Announces its Christmas Jazz Nights 2019

  Santo Domingo, November 18, 2019 – Just a few days from officially launching the Christmas Season Acropolis Mall – one of Santo Domingo’s most fashionable shopping center and situated in the very heart of the capital city – organizers of the annual Jazz Nights at Acropolis have put together this year’s traditional jazz concerts. In … Continue reading "Santo Domingo’s Acropolis Center Announces its Christmas Jazz Nights 2019"