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  The Colonial Zone’s Spanish Plaza Will be Home to a Diverse Cultural Program During 22nd International Book Fair 2019

  Santo Domingo, April 11, 2019 – During Santo Domingo’s 22nd International Book Fair 2019, sponsored by the Dominican Ministry of Culture, organizers have put together an ample and very diverse artistic program that will take place in the Colonial Zone’s iconic Spanish Plaza. Fair director Ruth Herrera announced that during the nine-day event – scheduled … Continue reading "The Colonial Zone’s Spanish Plaza Will be Home to a Diverse Cultural Program During 22nd International Book Fair 2019"
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  (Versión en español) Cultura presentará espectáculo “Sensible de Todo” en el sexto aniversario del Teatro Orquestal Dominicano

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  International Jazz Day Celebration 2019 Officials Recognize, Among Others, Contributions of Jordi Masalles, Sócrates García and Ernesto Núñez

  April 30 is the day designated as International Jazz Day, as declared by UNESCO in 2011. The Dominican Republic has been an active participant in this international celebration since the very beginning, and each year recognizes those individuals that have made great contributions to this musical genre in the country. The Ministry of Tourism, “Jazz … Continue reading "International Jazz Day Celebration 2019 Officials Recognize, Among Others, Contributions of Jordi Masalles, Sócrates García and Ernesto Núñez"
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  Office of the Vice President Launches “Free Library” to Encourage Reading among Low Income Children

  Santo Domingo, April 8, 2019 – The Office of the Vice President, through its campaign on strengthening values among young children and teenagers known as “Good for You,” along with the Children and Youth Library (BIJRD) and the support of the Surfers’ Association of Boca Chica, recently launched a new project called “Free Library.” The … Continue reading "Office of the Vice President Launches “Free Library” to Encourage Reading among Low Income Children"
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  Office of the Vice President Announces Comic Strip Contest

  Santo Domingo, April 4, 2019 – The Office of the Vice President, the Children and Youth Library of the Dominican Republic and the Moro Studio Ad Agency, announced the opening of the Second National Comic Strip Contest. The goal of this initiative, sponsored by Vice President Dr. Margarita Cedeño, is to promote the development of … Continue reading "Office of the Vice President Announces Comic Strip Contest"
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  A “Non-Sexist” Cinderella

  Santo Domingo, April 2, 2019 – After the tremendous success of her latest production “A Piece of Lilli Jolie’s Doll” (unofficial translation), young director Licelotte Nin recently announced the upcoming presentation of her latest play “Cenicienta es Ella” (“Cinderella is Ella” – unofficial translation). The play – produced by Karina Valdez and Camilo Landestoy and … Continue reading "A “Non-Sexist” Cinderella"
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  Colonial Zone Will Host Upcoming Santo Domingo International Book Fair 2019

  Santo Domingo, April 1, 2019 – Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone is getting ready to host the country’s most important cultural event: the 22nd International Book Fair of Santo Domingo 2019. This year the event will be held in the Colonial Zone because the Fair’s traditional venue, the Juan Pablo Duarte Cultural Plaza, is being completely … Continue reading "Colonial Zone Will Host Upcoming Santo Domingo International Book Fair 2019"
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  Vice President Cedeño Presides Award Ceremony of 5th National Art Contest for Youth and Values

  Santo Domingo, March 29, 2019 – The Vice President of the Dominican Republic, Dr. Margarita Cedeño, presided this Thursday over the award ceremony of the 5th National Art Contest for Youth and Values, where nine young painters were distinguished for their talent. This year, the contest´s theme was “Art for a Better World.” The goal … Continue reading "Vice President Cedeño Presides Award Ceremony of 5th National Art Contest for Youth and Values"
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  (Versión en español) Exquisitas voces dominicanas actuarán en el concierto “La canción lírica dominicana”

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  Banco Popular Presents the History of Numbers During VIth Economic and Financial Week

  Santo Domingo, March 25, 2019 – As part of its corporate responsibility initiatives, and with the goal of increasing the level of financial education among children and young adults, the country´s Banco Popular Dominicano will once again co-sponsor the VIth Economic and Financial Week, an annual event coordinated by the Central Bank. The event will … Continue reading "Banco Popular Presents the History of Numbers During VIth Economic and Financial Week"