Jenny Davidson presents new intellectual thriller
Looking for the perfect page-turner to read on the beach this summer? Look no further! Join Columbia University English professor and acclaimed author Jenny Davidson at Books & Books, Camana Bay for the Cayman Islands launch of her new intellectual…
Jamaican Independence Day: Jamaica, land we love
Celebrating the much-loved Caribbean island on its 51st year of independence Written by Davina Hamilton From THE VOICE REGGAE MUSIC, jerk chicken, Usain Bolt – just three Jamaican exports that have brought great joy to the world. And for an…
Toronto’s Caribbean Carnival parade heats up the city with rhythm, culture and costumes
By Marc Ellison Staff Reporter, Robin Levinson Staff Reporter, Published on Sat Aug From The Star If the sequin-strewn cement at Exhibition Place is any indicator, the 46th annual Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival was a glittering success. It’s the largest festival…
Thousands are preparing and millions are anticipating the 2013 West Indian
American Day Carnival and Parade – five days of Caribbean music, food and culture Events – from the Brooklyn Museum concerts to the Children’s Parade and the massive Eastern Parkway – are announced for the 46th annual spectacular From…
Jamaican Independence Day 51
Jamaicans in New York Celebrate Independence 51 By JIS Jamaica Independence activities in the United States have moved into high gear, with nationals in Rochester, New York staging a number of events over the weekend to mark the 51st anniversary…
Stephen Harper stiffs Toronto Caribbean festival again:
By Bob Hepburn The Star: Opinion Ottawa slashes funding to iconic Toronto cultural festival that generates millions in federal taxes Does Prime Minister Stephen Harper have something against North America’s largest Caribbean festival? That’s the question organizers of the 2013…
Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival (Toronto) will be streamed LIVE to the world
From South Florida Caribbean News TORONTO, Canada – Caribbean Connections Television is the official online broadcasting sponsor of Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto. For the first time in its 46 years of colorful celebration the Toronto Caribbean Carnival will be streamed…
Death of local dance tutor
It is with sadness that we have to report the death of Susan Barnes who died on Monday (29) at 7:50am in West Palm Beach Florida USA. Susan was well known in Cayman’s cultural community and impacted many lives especially…
Haiti – Carnival of Flowers 2013
From Haiti Libre Official opening of the Carnival Festivities Haiti – Carnival of Flowers 2013 : Official opening of the Carnival Festivities Friday at Karibe Convention Center, in a decor crowned with flowers, on the occasion of ball of Queens,…
Twin Cities Caribbean festival this weekend doubles as nonprofit fundraiser
by Brandt Williams Minnesota Public Radio A Twin Cities-based nonprofit that raises money for hurricane relief is holding its annual festival this Friday(26) and Saturday (27). For nearly two decades, Carifest has held annual fundraisers and outdoor festivals featuring the food…
