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  IDB launches cartoon and illustration contest on the future of work

  THE COMPETITION SEEKS THE MOST CREATIVE CARTOONISTS AND ILLUSTRATORS IN LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN; ENTRIES ACCEPTED THROUGH MARCH 31, 2019 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) announces the launching of its third edition of the Cartoon and Illustration Contest under the theme The Future of Work. Cartoonists and illustrators from all IDB member countries in Latin America … Continue reading "IDB launches cartoon and illustration contest on the future of work"
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  Dominican Carnival in Madrid

  Madrid, Spain, February 25, 2019 – The Dominican Ministry of Culture, through its Office in Madrid, sponsored this past Saturday, February 23, the celebration of the Dominican Carnival in the Spanish capital. The event was part of the various activities held by the Office in Spain to celebrate Dominican Month, which began on the Day … Continue reading "Dominican Carnival in Madrid"
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  Digital Content: A Strategy for the Promotion of the Country’s Gastronomic and Tourism Industries

  Santo Domingo, February 19, 2019 – The use of engaging texts and attractive images to create interesting social media content – websites, various social media outlets and blogs – have become valuable tools for the promotion of gastronomic and tourism destinations. State-owned institutions, educational centers, as well as restaurants, hotels and representatives from the gastronomic … Continue reading "Digital Content: A Strategy for the Promotion of the Country’s Gastronomic and Tourism Industries"
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  Dominican Embassy in Ottawa Celebrates Gastronomic and Cultural Festival to Commemorate 65th Anniversary of Establishment of Diplomatic Relations Between Both Nations

  Ottawa, February 20, 2019 – The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in Canada, in cooperation with the country’s Ministry of Tourism, will celebrate a three-day gastronomic and cultural festival in Ottawa to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral relations between both nations. For a second consecutive year, Santo Domingo – the Dominican … Continue reading "Dominican Embassy in Ottawa Celebrates Gastronomic and Cultural Festival to Commemorate 65th Anniversary of Establishment of Diplomatic Relations Between Both Nations"
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  (Versión en español) Anuncian ganadores del Premio Felipe Abreu y del Concurso Temas musicales de Carnaval 2019

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  Office of the Vice President Announces Sixth “Literary Bottles” Contest to Encourage Reading Among Youth and Environmental Awareness

  Santo Domingo, February 19, 2019 – The Office of the Vice President of the Republic and the Children and Youth Library of the Dominican Republic (BIJRD), with the sponsorship of Bepensa Dominicana and Coca Cola, announce the sixth annual National Literary Bottles Contest 2019. The goal of this initiative is to awaken the love for … Continue reading "Office of the Vice President Announces Sixth “Literary Bottles” Contest to Encourage Reading Among Youth and Environmental Awareness"
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  Foundation of Women Poets Announce “Cry of DR Women 2019: I Cry for Me!

  Santo Domingo, February 18, 2019 – The International Foundation of Women Poets (MPI) Inc. – in association with the brand Grito de Mujer®, the Circulo de Escritores Escalera de Papel (La Romana Province), and the Provincial Cultural Directorate (Montecristi Province), cordially invite all those interested in participating in the celebration in the Dominican Republic of … Continue reading "Foundation of Women Poets Announce “Cry of DR Women 2019: I Cry for Me!"
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  Dominican Actors Frank Perozo and Nashla Bogaert Named King and Queen of National Carnival Parade 2019

  Santo Domingo, February 13, 2019 – Distinguished Dominican movie actors Frank Perozo and Nashla Bogaert were officially crowned as the King and Queens of the National Carnival Parade 2019 during a well-attended reception headed by the Dominican Minister of Culture, Architect Eduardo Selman. During the event, held at the National Palace of Fine Arts, Festival … Continue reading "Dominican Actors Frank Perozo and Nashla Bogaert Named King and Queen of National Carnival Parade 2019"
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  (Versión en español) Rotundo apoyo recibe cortometraje "La EntreViú" en Puerto Plata

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  Office of the Vice President Announces Photography Contest Based on National Values Campaign

  Santo Domingo, February 8, 2019 – With the objective of promoting human values and strengthen sound moral, ethical and spiritual practices in Dominican society, the Office of the Vice President announced the “First National ‘Good for You’ Photography Contest: Your Values Help Build a Better Nation.” Professional and amateur photographers may participate in the upcoming … Continue reading "Office of the Vice President Announces Photography Contest Based on National Values Campaign"