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• From Merengue to Dembow & Merenhouse: Collecting Dominican Music in America

  From Merengue to Dembow & Merenhouse: Collecting Dominican Music in AmericaNew York, New York 17/Sept/2013 Do you have old posters announcing concerts ormusical events? Was there a particular clubor venue where you liked to dance to Dominican music in the good old days? Do you have your old “club” clothing you wore to concerts, clubs, … Continue reading "From Merengue to Dembow & Merenhouse: Collecting Dominican Music in America"

• (Versión en español) Puesta en circulación del libro de Ruddy Santana

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• International Book Fair Awards 2013 were presented

  International Book Fair Awards 2013 were presentedSanto Domingo, September 17, 2013 The Ministry of Culture presented cash prizes and certificates to the winners of the Awards for Journalism, Social Networks, Short Films and Literature of the Santo Domingo Book Fair 2013. These awards represented a total investment of RD$740,000 in payments to jurors and winners. … Continue reading "International Book Fair Awards 2013 were presented"

• The odd couple will perform at the National Theatre

  The odd couple will perform at the National TheatreSanto Domingo, September 16, 2013 With a journey through tango and jazz, floating with new age music, or recovering themes from soundtracks, the duo formed by harmonica player Antonio Serrano and pianist Federico Lechner, offers a unique opportunity to listen to new sounds in a fresh, direct, … Continue reading "The odd couple will perform at the National Theatre"

• Commissioner of Culture in the U.S. says that the New York Dominican Book Fair strengthens Dominican identity

  Commissioner of Culture in the U.S. says that the New York Dominican Book Fair strengthens Dominican identity Santo Domingo, September 16, 2013 The Dominican Commissioner of Culture in the United States, Carlos Sánchez, highlighted the contributions of the Dominican Book Fair held every year in the city of New York, to promote the country’s culture … Continue reading "Commissioner of Culture in the U.S. says that the New York Dominican Book Fair strengthens Dominican identity"

• The Minister of Culture declares that the Government is reactivating the cultural sector of the Dominican Republic

  The Minister of Culture declares that the Government is reactivating the cultural sector of the Dominican RepublicSanto Domingo, September 16, 2013 The cultural policy of the government led by President Danilo Medina Sánchez aims at strengthening the artistic and cultural institutions of the Dominican Republic and supporting private sector initiatives by promoting entrepreneurship, said the … Continue reading "The Minister of Culture declares that the Government is reactivating the cultural sector of the Dominican Republic"

• State Budget Dining Rooms began delivering food to schools with extended day program

  State Budget Dining Rooms began delivering food to schools with extended day programSanto Domingo, September 17, 2013 The General Administration of the State Budget Dining Rooms began delivering food to the various schools participating in the extended school day program, as per agreement with the National Directorate of Student Welfare. In this first delivery, the … Continue reading "State Budget Dining Rooms began delivering food to schools with extended day program"

• Ministry of Culture invites the public to participate in the free "Long Night of the Museums – Fall edition"

  Ministry of Culture invites the public to participate in the free “Long Night of the Museums – Fall edition”Santo Domingo, September 15, 2013 The Ministry of Culture invites the public to enjoy its traditional “Long Night of the Museums – Fall edition,” in which cultural, artistic and educational activities will take place, free of charge, … Continue reading "Ministry of Culture invites the public to participate in the free “Long Night of the Museums – Fall edition”"

• Villa Francisca hosts its XII Carnival

  Villa Francisca hosts its XII Carnival Santo Domingo, September 15, 2013 The XII Villa Francisca Neighborhood Carnival 2013 was successfully celebrated with the participation of 30 dancing troupes from different sectors of the National District and the various municipalities of Santo Domingo. The carnival was organized by the Association of Dancing Troupes of the National … Continue reading "Villa Francisca hosts its XII Carnival"

• The "Dominican Art Fair" is announced within the framework of the Fall edition of the Long Night of the Museums

  The “Dominican Art Fair” is announced within the framework of the Fall edition of the Long Night of the MuseumsSanto Domingo, Dominican Republic, 09/16/2013 The Ministry of Culture and the Alcazar de Colón Museum will hold the “Dominican Art Fair” on Saturday, September 21st, within the framework of the Fall edition of the Long Night … Continue reading "The “Dominican Art Fair” is announced within the framework of the Fall edition of the Long Night of the Museums"