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Women Empowerment at Casco Viejo
Casco Viejo, Panama, Casco Antiguo Last week, Fundacion Calicanto graduated a group of 20 women from Casco Viejo and surrounding areas. The program they graduated from is called CAPTA (Capacitacion para el Trabajo) which gives them the necessary self esteem and work tools to be able not only to get a job in the hotel industry… but to keep it. The program has already graduated more than 250 women from the area, with an amazing success rate. They are not only able to get and keep a job, but also able to improve their families. The theory behind the … Continue reading
New Foundation Rescues Kuna Heritage in Casco Viejo
Casco Antiguo, Casco Viejo, Panama Casco Viejo is a special place within Panama for many reasons, one of them is that it gives you the opportunity to reach out and learn more about others. This month, we are celebrating the opening of Fundacion Mua Mua, located at Calle 4ta. Founded by Rosina Ynzenga (from Karavan in Casco Viejo) who has worked for years with Kuna women and her family has been involved deeply in the revitalization of Portobelo`s traditions, this foundation will be focused on dealing with a growing cultural phenomenon: kuna children who move to the city and … Continue reading
Neighborhood Christmas Party builds a future for children in Casco Viejo
Casco Viejo, Panama, Casco Antiguo On Tuesday, “La Vecindad” was packed with children. Almost 200 kids running around, some jumping literally up and down. The party, which started a couple of years ago, was organized by Idalibeth, a local neighbor and supported by AVACA members. What`s special about this party is that it joins kids from all parts of Casco Viejo, especially those who are sons and daughters of rival gangs deep into the poorest parts of Santa Ana. Idalibeth herself was part of one of those gangs, until a social program showed her a better way. After that … Continue reading
Casco Viejo Community Celebrates Thanksgiving
Panama Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo Casco Viejo`s Friends and Neighbors Association (AVACA) gathered last night at Casa del Horno to celebrate Thanksgiving. At least four or five languages were being spoken in the party: Spanish, English, Italian, French and German. And at least two dialects: Spanglish and Itañol. A beautifully eclectic community celebrated and shared food among friends, children running everywhere. “Did you notice children here speak four different languages?” said Clara, my associate and lifeforce behind the party. I looked around and saw them playing together and thought, well, somehow they are understanding each other pretty well! The food … Continue reading
Beautiful Garbage Tanks Flood Casco Viejo, Panama
Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo Yesterday, under the rain, a group of residents in Casco Antiguo went out “guerrilla style” and distributed 18 beautiful garbage tanks decorated by Panamanian artists. Like “positive art bombs”, the guerrilla group moved swiftly through A Avenue, in an almost military operation to inject the historic city with fun urban creativity. This project belongs to AVACA, Casco Antiguo`s Neighborhood and Friend`s Association, an organization that aims to see Casco Viejo become one of the greatest historic districts of the World. From beach cleanings, to planting palms, Neighborhood Watch Program and even serve as a watchman … Continue reading
Holiday Parties in Casco Viejo Strenghten Community Programs
Casco Viejo, Panama, Casco Antiguo Holidays are basically here, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year… tons of things going on, and Casco Viejo isn´t the exception. However, many of the events held during this season in Casco Viejo are aimed to help the community, by either fundraising for a local ngo o directly doing something with the neighbors. The first event of the season is really Thanksgiving, at the ends of November. This party is organized by members of AVACA, Casco Viejo`s Neighbors and Friends Association. It is a place to meet other neighbors and share wonderful food and wine. Every … Continue reading
Panama Cell Fest in Casco Viejo
Casco Viejo Panama Luis Palomo is one of those Casconians that once you meet, you never forget: full of energy and colorful, he is always creating something new. Different shoes on each foot, you get the sense there is nothing too radical for him. Cuban, but moved to Panama ages ago and to Casco Viejo almost 20 years ago, today he travels back and forth to Miami as he has a small film/ publicity company. This year, he was involved in organizing the Miami Short Film Festival and he brought to Panama its first Cell Festival where more than … Continue reading
Slideluck Potshow is back!
Casco Viejo, Panama Slideluck Potshow is an art event that joins the community by inviting everyone to bring a home cooked dish to share and enjoy the art slide show they`ve put together for the occasion. Their first event was two years ago at Arco Chato and was fantastic. This time, the show will be at Espacio Panama on 2nd Street and A Avenue. The event will cost $15 and all proceeds will go to an ngo that help children with leukemia and cancer. So write down the date! it is a fun event! Check out their Facebook Page. When: … Continue reading
Los Del Patio`s Wishlist
Casco Antiguo, Panama Los Del Patio is a small art center in Casco Viejo that provides classes for local children as well as adults. They also have art shows, theater plays and even a small café. Little by little, they`ve been putting together all the tools they need for their work, however they are still missing some stuff and would like to let everyone know in case you happen to have one at home or just want to donate. Here it is! Los Del Patio Wishlist: it goes from an a/c unit and 40 chairs for their classroom, to … Continue reading
Panama Community: a sustainable Casco Viejo.
Sometimes the world´s problems overwhealm you: politicians are doing their best to make your life worst, news of contamination, low education in the new generations, Dooms Day. But sometimes we are reminded that we do have the power to change things around. We actually excersice that power every day… That is one of the many things I like about Casco Viejo. Small projects have a huge impact… check this out and get inspired.