Category: August 2024

August 2024 Highlights

Esmeralda Santiago
Bacalaitos
Meriden Puerto Rican Festival
the Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade of Western New York
Parador Boquemar Boquerón Puerto Rico
Puerto Ricans in North Carolina
Unknown Facts of the United States War of Independence of 1775 – The Role of Puerto Rico		 la Lechonera El Rancho Original
Guánica El Pueblo de las Doce Calles
Your Home’s Maintenance – to DIY or Not to DIY
Exploring Porta Coeli in San German Puerto Rico
August Horoscopes
el Yunque Rain Forest

Exploring Porta Coeli in San German Puerto Rico

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Nestled amidst the cobbled streets and colorful colonial buildings of San German, Puerto Rico, lies a hidden gem – Porta Coeli. Translated as “Gateway to Heaven,” this structure isn’t just a beautiful church; it’s a tangible link to the island’s rich history and artistic heritage. A Legacy Built by Monks Our journey through time begins in 1609. Dominican monks, fueled by religious zeal and a desire to spread Catholicism, arrived in San German. Atop a gentle hill, they embarked on an ambitious project – the construction of Convento de Santo…

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la Lechonera El Rancho Original

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Sobre Nosotros En todo Puerto Rico no existe un mejor lugar para disfrutar de un ambiente ameno para el esparcimiento de toda la familia que la Lechonera El Rancho Original. En las cercanías de Cayeyanas de Guavate y el Bosque de Carite, se encuentran ubicadas nuestras increíbles instalaciones, en donde podrás tener acceso a la gran cantidad de servicios especiales que tenemos para ofrecer. Somos popularmente conocidos en toda la isla por disponer de un variado menú conformado por comida tradicional típica del área montuno boricua. Cabe destacar, que en…

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Guánica El Pueblo de las Doce Calles

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Nestled along Puerto Rico’s southwestern coast lies the picturesque town of Guánica. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and natural beauty, Guánica is a destination that captivates both locals and visitors alike. From its founding to its modern-day charm, Guánica offers a unique glimpse into the island’s past and present. Founding and Early History Guánica, officially founded on March 13, 1914, boasts a history that predates its official establishment by centuries. The area was originally inhabited by the Taíno people, the indigenous population of Puerto Rico, who called the region…

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the Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade of Western New York

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22nd Annual Puerto Rican & Hispanic Day Parade of Western New York Saturday August 17, 2024 Niagara Square Buffalo, NY Parade Starts at 12 PM – Concert to Follow Our Mission To promote and celebrate our Puerto Rican and Hispanic traditions by planning events that will enrich our culture, and maintain its viability. To educate our youth today for future generations by faithfully engaging in the preservation of our heritage.

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Meriden Puerto Rican Festival

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Please join us for the annual Meriden Puerto Rican Festival on Sunday, August 4th, 2024 at Hubbard Park in Meriden, CT. Join us for a fun-filled and exciting family day. More info to come soon, we can’t wait to see you there! 57th Annual Puerto Rican Festival Join us for a fun filled and exciting family day! Children’s Amusements – Cultural Tent – Craft & Gift Vendors Musical Bands From Puerto Rico – Los Trobadores, Juan Carlos Merced “Bravea”, Jovino Gonzalez, El Cuarista Mariano Jurado “Juradito” accompanied by Roberto Pineiro…

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Bacalaitos | Puerto Rican Codfish Fritters

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bacalaitos

Back to Recipes Bacalaitos, or codfish fritters, are a beloved staple of Puerto Rican cuisine. These savory bites, enjoyed as street food or alongside a meal, boast a rich history intertwined with the island’s cultural tapestry. The foundation of bacalaitos lies with the arrival of the Spanish. Cod, preserved through salting, was a vital source of protein for long sea voyages. When the Spanish colonized Puerto Rico, they brought this technique and the fish itself. The indigenous Taíno people likely contributed the use of cassava flour, a precursor to the…

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Esmeralda Santiago – Acclaimed Puerto Rican Author

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Esmeralda Santiago is the author of three groundbreaking memoirs;  When I was Puerto Rican and Almost A Woman, which she adapted into a Peabody Award-winning movie for PBS’s Masterpiece Theatre, and The Turkish Lover. Her novels include America’s Dream, the national best seller Conquistadora, and Las Madres. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Esmeralda lives with her husband documentary filmmaker Frank Cantor in Westchester County, New York. Esmeralda Santiago, a name synonymous with resilience and the power of storytelling, was born in 1948 amidst the sugarcane fields of Toa Baja, Puerto Rico. The eldest of eleven children, her early…

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Your Home’s Maintenance – to DIY or Not to DIY

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Your Home’s Maintenance – to DIY or Not to DIY Weekend warriors all over the country have become obsessed with DIY projects. TV shows on HGTV and the DIY Network make it seem so easy to grab a tool belt or sledge hammer and renovate your home over a weekend. Unfortunately, most people do not have the skills necessary to replicate these results and often end up creating larger problems by tacking projects which should be left to professionals. Owning a home can be expensive. Even if your home is…

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Unknown Facts of the United States War of Independence of 1775 – The Role of Puerto Rico

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The Battle of Mayaguez Bay The battle of Mayaguez bay between the British frigate Glasgow and the North American schooners endowack and the Henry April 1777 where Puerto Rico helped the American vessels thus becoming the first nation to recognize the sovereignty and flag of the United States Little known crucial intervention of Puerto Rico In the 1775 independence war of the United States This is a true fact that has never been recognized Rafin R. Mena Yes it is generally unknown; but Puerto Rico in fact, had for sure,…

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el Yunque Rain Forest

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el Yunque Rain Forest

Planning a trip to Puerto Rico? If you are a nature lover or just want to be able to really relax, make sure to schedule a visit to El Yunque National Forest. Its name refers to Yuke , which meant “white lands” in the native language of the indigenous Taíno people that lived in the area. It has the distinction of being the only rain forest within the United States’ national forest system. While it’s on the smaller side, at 29,000 acres, it is biologically one of the most diverse.…

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