The Free Library of Philadelphia and Boricuas Unidos en la Diáspora presents Alberto Medina and Luis Ponce in conversation with Free Library’s Social Science and History Department head Alberto Pagan-Ramirez in a 2-day series talking about the current status of colonialism in Puerto Rico. The current "commonwealth" (or territorial) status of Puerto Rico is actually colonial in nature, argues BUDPR. In this discussion, BUDPR leaders will expose how the colonial intervention of the U.S. has become dramatically evident in the last 10 years, and what tools the public can use to move…
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The Free Library of Philadelphia and Boricuas Unidos en la Diáspora presents Alberto Medina and Luis Ponce in conversation with Free Library’s Social Science and History Department head Alberto Pagan-Ramirez in a 2-day series talking about the current status of colonialism in Puerto Rico. BUDPR leaders will argue why statehood for Puerto Rico is the wrong alternative and why Puerto Rican independence is not only the right or moral solution, but also how it will benefit Puerto Rico economically. BUDPR will talk about its Congressional work to bring awareness about independence and will offer… |
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Join CENTRO for a Cafecito con…Mónica Jiménez and Alvin Padilla-Babilonia as they discuss Jimenez’s new book Making Never-Never Land: Race and Law in the Creation of Puerto Rico. This “brilliant study” (Latin American Review of Books) and “insightful analysis of Puerto Rico and how the U.S. government treats it” (Library Journal), examines a larger history of US settler colonialism and racial exclusion in law to better understand the unincorporated territories current predicament. |
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This festival celebrates Puerto Rico's rich culinary traditions with the use of plantains. This activity will feature exhibitions, tournaments, live music, and many surprises. Make your way over to the mountain town of Corozal for a taste of this main staple of Puerto Rican traditional cuisine. |
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with Special Guest, Behike Miguel Sague Puerto Rican Cultural Center Taino Indigenous Heritage Gathering 2024 with Yukayeke Yara Cu and Special Guest Behike Miguel SOBAOKO KOROMO Sague Jr Puerto Rican Cultural Center Batey Free & Open to the Public! October 13, 2024 (2-5pm) BRING YOUR MARACA & BEACH CHAIR! Join our Taino tribe, Yukayeke Yara Cu, as we hold a very special gathering to celebrate Indigenous Heritage. This year we are excited to host the esteemed Taino Behike Miguel (Sobaoko Koromo) Sague Jr. who will be sharing traditions from his Caney… |
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SAVE THE DATE! We are excited to announce that the Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade is back for its 38th anniversary taking place this October! This is a wonderful opportunity to come together and celebrate the rich cutural heritage of the Puerto Rican community in the Bronx. The Parade will kick off with a fantastic Gala on a Thursday evening filled with joy, music, food, networking and celebration! Registration for the Gala and the Parade is now open! |
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El Festival del Libro, a program of La Fortaleza Project, aims to market and promote Puerto Rican/Latino poets, writers, and authors. It seeks to bolster the Latino community via literature and education. The concept of La Fortaleza Book Fair originated with Alberto O. Cappas and was actualized by Max Rodriguez, the founder and executive director of the renowned Harlem Book Festival, which is held annually in Harlem. Filmmaker Felix Leo Campos, Jose Garza of business and economic development, and Educational Consultant Miguel Montes formed the committee that collaborated with Max… |
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festiSaturday Nov 2 2024 7 PM Harris Theater Millennium Park 205 E. Randolph St. Chicago IL 60601 for more information or sponsorship opportunities visit www.praachicago.org -or- call 773-342-8865 x2
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Saturday, November 2, 2024 8:00 PM "I LIKE IT LIKE THAT" The Musical in Concert Starring: GEORGE LAMOND, JUDY TORRES, MICHAEL STUART, OBIE BERMUDEZ, GRIZEL DEL VALLE, FLACO NAVAJA, CARIDAD DE LA LUZ, ROSSMERY ALMONTE, and LEE BURGOS BUY TICKETS Get ready to be swept off your feet as the producers of the hit musical "I Like It Like That" launch an electrifying concert tour! This unique concert format spotlights the incredible music (mambo, salsa, rumba, and boogaloo), featuring an all-star band performing extended versions of both beloved classics and… |
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