Several events have been programmed in the metropolitan area of Washington, DC to celebrate Peru's National Day. Everyone is welcome to participate, especially Peruvian immigrants, Peruvian Americans and friends of Peru.
We gather to honor and remember our first country commemorating the 187th anniversary of its independence.
We gather to honor and remember our first country commemorating the 187th anniversary of its independence.
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Flag Raising Ceremony
Freedom Plaza
Pennsylvania Avenue at 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC
Thursday July 24, 2008
11:30 am.
Freedom Plaza
Pennsylvania Avenue at 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC
Thursday July 24, 2008
11:30 am.
Free and open to the public
A forty-five minutes ceremony raising the flags of Peru, the US and the city of Washington, DC. including a showcase of traditional music and dances from Peru as part of the official program. This ceremony would be attended by members of the Embassy of Peru, diplomatic corps, members of the US Congress and Senate, members of the Peruvian American community in Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland, as well as elected officials nationwide.
A forty-five minutes ceremony raising the flags of Peru, the US and the city of Washington, DC. including a showcase of traditional music and dances from Peru as part of the official program. This ceremony would be attended by members of the Embassy of Peru, diplomatic corps, members of the US Congress and Senate, members of the Peruvian American community in Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland, as well as elected officials nationwide.
Peruvian Independence
at the White House
Thursday July 24, 2008
2:00 pm.
at the White House
Thursday July 24, 2008
2:00 pm.
By invitation only
Over a hundred prominent Peruvian Americans and members of the United States Congress, the executive branch, and elected officials from across the United States and members of the Peruvian Embassy in Washington, DC. An program of Peruvian music and dances will be presented.
Details about both events at the White House and Freedom Plaza are yet to be confirmed.
Hosted and organized by the Peruvian American National Council (PANC) a non-partisan, private, non-profit organization seeking to promote inclusive civic participation and to advance the interest of the Peruvian American community through persistent activism and advocacy to improve opportunities for all people of Peruvian origin in the United States.
Details about both events at the White House and Freedom Plaza are yet to be confirmed.
Hosted and organized by the Peruvian American National Council (PANC) a non-partisan, private, non-profit organization seeking to promote inclusive civic participation and to advance the interest of the Peruvian American community through persistent activism and advocacy to improve opportunities for all people of Peruvian origin in the United States.
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The Embassy of Peru
General Consulate of Peru
Program in Washington, DC
All these events are free
and open to the public
Friday July 25
9:00 am.
Virginia Avenue & 20th Street NW
Ceremony of placement of flowers wreaths at the monument honoring general Jose de San Martín, a hero of Peru's independence.
09:30 am.
Virginia Avenue & 18th Street NW
Ceremony of placement of flowers wreaths at the monument honoring general Simon Bolivar, a hero of Peru's independence.
10:30 am.
St. Matthew the Apostle Cathedral
1725 Rhode Island Avenue NW
Catholic mass of thanksgiving for the 187 anniversary of National Independence of Peru.
12:00 noon
Reception at the Embassy of Peru
1700 Massachusetts Ave. N.W.
Pisco, the national drink of Peru will be served
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Peruvian Horse Show
Caballo de Paso Peruano
Saturday July 26
1:00 pm.
This event includes a Peruvian Horse Show, Peruvian food and music with live performances of singer Nancy Lituma, guitar player Manuel Ercilla and Mamauca Afro Peruvian Dances School.
RSVP is recommended.
RANCHO EL CHALAN
7320 Knightsbridge Lane
Warrenton, Virginia 20187
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Hosted by Eric & Fabiola Moran
703.927.0520
540.349.9453
el_chalan_pph@yahoo.com
http://www.elchalan.org
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The Embassy of Peru
General Consulate of Peru
Program in Washington, DC
All these events are free
and open to the public
Friday July 25
9:00 am.
Virginia Avenue & 20th Street NW
Ceremony of placement of flowers wreaths at the monument honoring general Jose de San Martín, a hero of Peru's independence.
09:30 am.
Virginia Avenue & 18th Street NW
Ceremony of placement of flowers wreaths at the monument honoring general Simon Bolivar, a hero of Peru's independence.
10:30 am.
St. Matthew the Apostle Cathedral
1725 Rhode Island Avenue NW
Catholic mass of thanksgiving for the 187 anniversary of National Independence of Peru.
12:00 noon
Reception at the Embassy of Peru
1700 Massachusetts Ave. N.W.
Pisco, the national drink of Peru will be served
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Peruvian Horse Show
Caballo de Paso Peruano
Saturday July 26
1:00 pm.
This event includes a Peruvian Horse Show, Peruvian food and music with live performances of singer Nancy Lituma, guitar player Manuel Ercilla and Mamauca Afro Peruvian Dances School.
RSVP is recommended.
RANCHO EL CHALAN
7320 Knightsbridge Lane
Warrenton, Virginia 20187
VIEW MAP
Hosted by Eric & Fabiola Moran
703.927.0520
540.349.9453
el_chalan_pph@yahoo.com
http://www.elchalan.org
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Peru National Day Celebration
Festival Peruano de Arlington
Virginia
Festival Peruano de Arlington
Virginia
This is a community oriented event organized by a group of Peruvian and Peruvian American citizens with the support of the government of Arlington County, Virginia. Live Peruvian music and dances, food and drinks, and artcrafts vendors. Open to all ages.
Sunday, July 27
11:00 am. - 6 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Gunston Middle School
Athletic Sports Field
2700 S. Lang Street
Arlington, VA 22206
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Performers include:
* Chato Grados
* Sonia Valer
* Vicky Leyva and Sabor Negro
* Lucho Barrios
* Danzas Ritmos de Peru
* Internacional Decada Prodigiosa
* Luz de Luna
* Danzas Unidos por Peru
VIDEO
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Organized by the Peru National Day Association
Pedro Bernazza, President
Abad Ramirez, Vice-president
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Sunday, July 27
11:00 am. - 6 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Gunston Middle School
Athletic Sports Field
2700 S. Lang Street
Arlington, VA 22206
VIEW MAP
Performers include:
* Chato Grados
* Sonia Valer
* Vicky Leyva and Sabor Negro
* Lucho Barrios
* Danzas Ritmos de Peru
* Internacional Decada Prodigiosa
* Luz de Luna
* Danzas Unidos por Peru
VIDEO
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Organized by the Peru National Day Association
Pedro Bernazza, President
Abad Ramirez, Vice-president
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Peruvian Festival of Virginia
Taste of Perú 2008 Festival
This is a for-profit festival which includes a concert with Peruvian Music and Dance performances, a Peruvian Paso Horse Show and a fair with delicious Peruvian Cuisine and typical Peruvian artcrafts.
Sunday July 27
11:00 am.
$20 fee
Bull Run Park
7700 Bull Run Dr
Centreville, VA 20121
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Peruvian music performers:
* Agua Bella
* Bella Bella
* Dayan Aldana
* Embajadores Criollos
* Grupo Mamauca
* Grupo Zeniza
* Irma Bazan
Luis Pacheco, President of the Peruvian Festival
John Olaya, Executive Director.
Taste of Peru 2008 official Website
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Peruvian Horse Show
Caballo de Paso Peruano
Celebrating Peru's Independence Day
Sunday July 27
12:30 pm.
Limited to only 200 guests
VIP Section: $35 per person (Front Row)
General Admission: $25 (2nd - 3rd. & 4th. Rows)
Chidren under 3: Free admission
Groups over 10: Call 202-318-1611
Get your tickets today at:
www.ticketlatino.com
Rancho Shaquil
909 Pageland Ln.
Gainesville, Virginia 20155
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Free Parking
Organized by the American Peruvian Chamber of Commerce
http://www.peruchamberdc.com
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Gala Dinner
Featuring:
Encuentros
Afro Peruvian music group
Monday July 28
8:00 pm.
Cusco Restaurant
10801 Fairfax Blvd.
Fairfax, VA 22030
Organized by the American Peruvian Chamber of Commerce
http://www.peruchamberdc.com
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