On August 10th, the Hogar del Niño educational and daycare center in La Romana celebrated its 9th high school graduation, a moment that not only the 34 graduating students will remember, but also their friends and families who accompanied them throughout their time in school.
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Posted inDominican Republic, Events and Activities, Fundacion MIR, Lifestyle, Local News, Philanthrophy
A great ending to a fun filled weekend thanks to the Fundación MIR
The Fundación MIR Family Weekend For Life is a very popular and glamorous fundraising event in Casa de Campo that has become an anticipated tradition. It includes an annual golf tournament, tennis clinics for kids, and an awards dinner and gala, this year with the popular media personality, Lorenna Pierre as Mistress of Ceremonies. What’s most important is that […]
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Teeing off in support of the children of the Fundación MIR at La Romana Country Club
On Saturday, August 19th, the Fundación MIR hosted their annual fundraising weekend “Family Weekend for Life” – with a kid’s tennis clinic and golf tournament played at the La Romana Country Club, as well as a lively dinner-gala at Minitas Beach.
Posted inDominican Republic, Events and Activities, Health, Hogar del Nino, Local News, Philanthrophy, Upcoming
Save the date the 2017 Casa de Campo Corre for the Hogar del Niño
We are sure you are already training for the upcoming Bayahibe 10k, which is great since the PBO has already set a date for the next Casa de Campo Corre! The 4th annual event will take place on Sunday, November 26th, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to lace-up once again for an amazing cause which […]
Posted inAltos de Chavon, Art and Culture, Dominican Republic, Events and Activities, Local News
Chavón School of Design hosted the 6th annual DOCTV Latinoamérica workshops
In February of this year, the La Romana campus of Chavón School of Design opened its 2-year film course with 18 students ready to take on the challenge of being the first group. The new semester which starts in the fall has 25 students enrolled in what is proving to be an excellent new addition to […]
Posted inAltos de Chavon, Dining, Food & Drinks, Lifestyle
Remembering how much we enjoyed the Flavors of the World Buenos Aires Brunch
Weekend brunch is always a good idea! This phrase has stayed in my mind after going to the Flavors of the World Buenos Aires brunch last Sunday, August 13th at La Piazzetta. After a long week of work and various responsibilities, we were anxiously looking forward to Sunday to finally come around so we could […]
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Marina Casa de Campo Movie Times: August 17th — August 23rd
Ready for another week of new releases? The Marina Casa de Campo introduces “Annabelle: Creation” and “The Hitman’s Bodyguard” still screening: “Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie”, “Baby Driver,” “The Emoji Movie,” and “Dunkirk.“
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Today marks the 154th anniversary of the Restoration War
Today the Dominican Republic commemorates the 154th anniversary of its Restoration “Restauración” War. This war took place to gain back our sovereignty after being handed to Spain by Pedro Santana, only 17 years after the country had proclaimed its Independence of the Haitian domain.
Posted inBeyond Casa, Dominican Republic, Events and Activities, Sports
Congratulations to the winners of the 1st La Romana Corre!
On Sunday, August 6th, the running club 026 Runners celebrated a very successful 1st La Romana Corre Race. After months of planning and organizing, they were finally able to see the fruits of their labor when more than 500 runners from all over the country came to La Romana to run bright and early.
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22 volunteers from Team Tampa Bay Missions visit La Romana Bateyes providing medical assistance
We love seeing good deeds being done in a world that has become a little more negative over the years. It is our job as individuals to try and minimize the bad, and the change starts with each one of us doing everything we can, no matter how small. People will become inspired just by […]
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The Fundación MIR graduates 109 students this year!
On Monday August 7th, 109 students from the Fundación MIR closed a chapter in their lives and welcomed another one as they start their journey as young adults. Not only did they celebrate their graduation, but also took on the commitment of continuing their hard work to ensure bright futures for themselves and their families.