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You know Dia de Duarte is January 26, the birthday in 1813 of Bro. Juan Pablo Duarte, founding father of the Dominican Republic, and now you’ll know how Juan Pablo Duarte Lodge 1195 has a great evening planned for next month, just two days before the holiday. From the publicity:
Juan Pablo Duarte:
Patria, Honor y Gloria
Saturday, January 24
Masonic Hall
$65/person here
It is with great pride that the Brethren of Juan Pablo Duarte Lodge 1195 extend to you a heartfelt invitation to join us for a historic evening of culture, reflection, and brotherhood. On Saturday, January 24, we will host “Juan Pablo Duarte: Patria, Honor y Gloria,” a tribute to the founder of the Dominican Republic and a celebration of the ideals of freedom and dignity that unite us all.
🇩🇴 Location: Masonic Hall (71 West 23rd Street), French Ionic Room on the tenth floor.
🇩🇴 Featuring: a dramatic monologue by the acclaimed Angel Candido, plus historical readings, folk dancing, food, raffles, and more.
🇩🇴 Contribution: $65 per person (a portion of which will support our charitable works).
🇩🇴 Attire: Formal.
The next time you’re down by Canal and Sixth, make a point of visiting our historic brother at Duarte Square, where stands a 10-foot, 6-inch bronze of this hero of the Americas. Donated by the Dominican government and erected January 26, 1978, Nicola Arrighini’s sculpture depicts Duarte seemingly vigilant at the beginning of the Avenue of the Americas.
