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PLAZOLEO
PLAZOLEO Fridays have begun! We invite you to enjoy an afternoon of live music on the PLAZA balcony, second level, with acoustic performances by:
Frau - Friday, June 13
Connecting tradition and modernity, the talented artist Frau takes us on a sonic journey through the harp, exploring the frontiers of contemporary music. His unique style transforms this classic instrument into a modern experience.
Don't miss this intimate performance, where each string vibrates with emotion, creativity, and a deep respect for music.
Troventud - Friday, June 27
From Gurabo, Puerto Rico, comes Troventud, a group of young musicians committed to preserving our jíbaro music. Their performance blends tradition with the contemporary present, combining parrandas, boleros, salsa, and nueva trova with a fresh and contagious energy.
A night to sing, feel, and celebrate our true selves. Don't miss it!
In addition to music, there will be offers and samples from the restaurants Pinta, Smash, Pa'l Pita and Tigella Italian Grill.
Annual Craft Fair
The 43rd Annual Handicraft Fair arrives at PLAZA with the participation of 130 Puerto Rican artisans. Attendees will enjoy a wide selection of artisanal disciplines, including carving saints and birds, paper flowers, ceramics, mosaics, silkscreen printing, woodturning, needlework, furniture, traditional sweets, toys, jewelry, clay sculpture, leather, and goldsmithing, among others.
Additionally, as part of the Fair, the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture presents the "Puerto Rican Hands" exhibition, inspired by the Popular Arts catalog of the National Collection.
Workshops and Presentations Program
First Week: June 16-22
Monday, June 16
9:00 am - The 43rd Annual Handicraft Fair begins
9:00 am - "Puerto Rican Hands" begins, an exhibition of handicrafts from the ICP Folk Arts Catalog
Tuesday, June 17
10:30 am - Opening Event
Presentation by Mónika and Modesto Nieves
Wednesday, June 18
1:00-1:30 pm - Woodturning Workshop with Jorge L. Rivera
1:30-2:00 pm - Mask and Vejigante Workshop with Olga Costa
2:00-2:30 pm - Pyrography Workshop with Carlos Díaz
2:30-3:00 pm - Wood Inlay Workshop with René Serrano
Thursday, June 19
1:00-1:30 pm - Recycled Paper Workshop with Karla Morales
1:30-2:00 pm - Wooden Pilon Workshop with Atanael Muñiz
2:00-2:30 pm - Petate Workshop with Norma Gómez
2:30-3:00 pm - Paper Mache Mask Workshop with Minerva Hernández
Friday, June 20
2:00 pm - Awards Ceremony for Participating Artisans from the First Week
6:30 pm - Musical Performance "Black Majesty," presented by the ICP
Saturday, June 21
1:00-1:30 pm - Hammock Workshop with José Hernández Seguinot
1:30-2:00 pm - Ocarina Workshop with Edwin Gerena
3:00 pm - Presentation by Aidita Encarnación and Manny Trinidad
Sunday, June 22
3:00 pm - Presentation by the duo La Cuerda que falta
Second Week: June 23-29
Monday, June 23
9:00 am - Second week of the 43rd Annual Crafts Fair begins (new group of participating artisans)
9:00 am - "Puerto Rican Hands" continues, an exhibition of handcrafted pieces from the ICP Folk Arts Catalog
Thursday, June 26
1:00-1:30 pm - Mundillo Workshop with Ana Marie Torres
1:30-2:00 pm - Coco Mask Workshop with Luis Carrasquillo Lanzó
2:00-2:30 pm - Woodturning Workshop with Dennis J. Colón
Friday, June 27
2:00 pm - Awards ceremony for participating artisans in the second week
3:00 pm - Musical presentation Bomba Pal’ Pueblo, presented by the ICP
5:00 pm - Musical presentation "Toque de Bomba"
Saturday, June 28
1:00-1:30 pm - Batik Workshop with Cindy Ramírez
1:30-2:00 pm - Flute Workshop with Gerardo Hernández Cortés
3:00 pm - Presentation by the Neftalí Ortiz duo
Sunday, June 29
11:00 am - Musical presentation "Mila", presented by the ICP
3:00 pm - Guateque Folkloric Workshop, presented by the ICP
Come and enjoy it!
De Frente al Alzheimer, Inc.
The non-profit organization whose mission is to raise awareness and educate about Alzheimer's, comes to PLAZA to offer guidance and sell promotional items to benefit the program to help Alzheimer's patients.
Retratos de Prosperidad
The Center for Economic Renewal, Growth, and Excellence (Centro CRECE) returns to PLAZA with the fourth edition of the Portraits of Prosperity competition and exhibition, featuring photographs taken by high school and university students related to entrepreneurship.
Located in front of Marcelo Amado, second floor
