September 16 – Last night we attended the Pink Party at Destapa (restaurant in San Miguel near our apartment) for our friend Melissa Vigues Van Herksen, who will walk the Race for the Cure 3-day walk in Washington, DC next week. Destapa went all out for Melissa and friends changing their normal red/black/white decor to all pink! We had a delightful evening with friends and enjoyed lots of pink food. Destapa generously donated 20% of the night’s proceeds to a local cancer organization in La Paz and the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Fortunately, for the teachers, school was canceled for the next day to the Para Civico (see below)–we could stay out a little bit later!
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16 september 2011 (14:00) – Politics
On Friday, September 16th, several worker unions in the city of La Paz, Bolivia’s economic capital, will stage a general 24-hour strike.
On Friday, September 16th, several workers unions in the city of La Paz, Bolivia’s economic capital, will stage a 24-hour general strike. Consequently, severe traffic disruptions are to expect as almost all public transport will be halted during the day. Protesters also announced that they will block the principal highways and roads across the city, including the access to the International Airport of El Alto. Private cars will be unable to circulate due to the blockages. Commercial business like banks and supermarkets will be closed. Demonstrations are expected, especially in the city-centre and clashes between security forces and protesters cannot be excluded.
Bolivia, and especially the city of La Paz, is often hit by strikes and demonstrations which can turn violent at short notice. Protests lead frequently to roadblocks and transport disruptions that can last for weeks.
Travellers must monitor local media in order to get updated information and follow all recommendations given by local authorities. Never try to cross a road barricade and be aware that demonstrations could turn violent at short notice. People currently in Bolivia should avoid areas where protests could occur (governmental buildings and the city-centre).
Source: http://www.netglobers.com/south-america/bolivia-bolivia-la-paz-faces-a-genera…
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