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Monday, 12 June 2017 by Riea Rouse
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Dis is What We Do: Independence in Barbados

Monday, 28 November 2016 by Lasonta
In the Caribbean, one of the most significant days in each island’s history is the day of independence – the day they were officially free from outside rule and could govern their own affairs. Each country does something different to celebrate their Independence Day, and that is largely down to the culture of each island.
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Festivals & Events – Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Friday, 18 November 2016 by Lasonta
Today, January 20 2014, America and the wider world celebrates the life and teachings of Martin Luther King Jr. This day is celebrated as Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It is celebrated annually on the third Monday in January. In celebration of this day, we will share some of King’s quotes.  “Darkness cannot drive out
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Festivals & Events – Girlfriends Expo

Friday, 18 November 2016 by Lasonta
Annually, the ladies of Barbados and female visitors to the island look forward to a two day event catered solely to their needs, wants and likes. This spectacular event, called Girlfriends Expo, sees women of all ages enjoying a barrage of exhibitions. On a mission to empower, educate and entertain women of all ages, Girlfriends Expo
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Festivals & Events – Barbados Agrofest

Friday, 18 November 2016 by Lasonta
AGROFEST “Innovative Agriculture – Celebrating 10 Years of Agrofest”February 28, 2014 will signal the start of the three day event produced by the Barbados Agricultural Society in connection with the Ministry of Agriculture – Agrofest. Hosted annually in Queens Park, Bridgetown, Agrofest is one of the largest events in Barbados and the “Agro-event” presents patrons with a
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Festivals & Events – Barbados Horticultural Society Open Gardens Program 2017

Friday, 18 November 2016 by Lasonta
In Barbados, plant cultivation and gardening is promoted by the Barbados Horticultural Society. This vibrant community hosts an annual Flower and Garden Show and travels as far as the UK to display and compete in the Chelsea Flower Show, returning with various awards every year.   During the months January to March, this society hosts
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Festivals & Events – Barbados National Trust Open House Programme

Thursday, 17 November 2016 by Lasonta
Steeped in history, Barbados is a haven of fantastic finds and memories of yester year. This history stands tall today in the form of great houses, which were once owned by the richest of the rich, and chattel houses, which were the homes of the poor. Filled with many of the original features and other artefacts
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Festivals & Events – World Food Day – October 16th

Thursday, 17 November 2016 by Lasonta
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations marks World Food Day each year on 16 October, the day on which the Organization was founded in 1945.   The objectives of World Food Day are to: encourage attention to agricultural food production and to stimulate national, bilateral, multilateral and non-governmental efforts to this end; encourage
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Festivals & Events – New Kings of Sizzling Sands Barbados Beach Sunsplash

Thursday, 17 November 2016 by Lasonta
Jamaican Mark Lewis and Barbadian Winston Gittens are the new Kings of Sizzlin’ Sands Barbados Beach Sunsplash. These two came away with the title after defeating the defending champions Elwyn Oxley and Gregory Gill. After a rough start, the duo found their footing and cleaned up – 23-25, 21-13, 15-8. They stuck to their game plan proving to
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Festivals & Events – The Lighting Ceremony

Thursday, 17 November 2016 by Lasonta
The Independence Lighting Ceremony, usually held November 1st, ushers in a month of independence activities. This and the entire month of activities are hosted by the Community Independence Celebrations Secretariat. Par­lia­ment Build­ings, Inde­pen­dence Square, the Inde­pen­dence Arch, various busi­nesses in Bridgetown and round­abouts across the island are beau­ti­fully lit in ultra­ma­rine and gold when the switch is flicked during the ceremony. The lights
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Festivals & Events – NIFCA

Thursday, 17 November 2016 by Lasonta
The National Independence Festival of Creative Arts (NIFCA) is the concept and dream of the late Arden Clarke and his wife Jeanette Layne-Clarke, who, with a group of committed cultural aficionados, coordinated and staged the first festival in November of 1973. Under the chairmanship of Jean Holder, the first NIFCA committee, which originally comprised of Cynthia Wilson,
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Festivals & Events – Barbados Independence Pro Surf Fest 2016

Thursday, 17 November 2016 by Lasonta
Taking place November 10th – 13th is Barbados Independence Pro Surf Fest 2016. Brought to us by the Barbados Surfing Association, this is easily the most popular surfing event on the island. This festival comprises of two competitions: The Independence Surf Pro and the Caribbean Junior Champoinships. These see internationally acclimed surfers and promise an
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Festivals & Events – Errol Barrow Day

Thursday, 17 November 2016 by Lasonta
  Errol Barrow Day is a public holiday celebrated annually on January 21st, which commemorates the life of Barbados’ Father of Independence and first Prime Minister, Sir Errol Walton Barrow. His contributions to Barbados’ development have been superlative and below are just a few of his many achievements: Father f Independence First Prime Minister 1966 –
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Festivals & Events – Diamonds World Tour Replacement Party

Wednesday, 16 November 2016 by Lasonta
Rihanna’s Barbadian fans, and those who flew in to see her have been disappointed about the “indefinite postponement” of the Diamonds World Tour. But never fear loyal fans, you still have the opportunity to party with the Grammy Award-winning superstar… Well, maybe not with… but at least in the same building.   According to reports,
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Festivals & Events – Barbados Turf Club Racing Calendar 2017 & 2016

Wednesday, 16 November 2016 by Lasonta
Located at the Historic Garrison Savannah, horse racing in Barbados is promoted by the Barbados Turf Club. Three seasons are organised annually: the first is the Spring Season (January to April), the second is the Summer Season (May to September) and the Winter Season (November to December) is the third and final season. These add
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Festivals & Events – Main Crop Over Events

Friday, 11 November 2016 by Lasonta
The Crop Over Festival is made up of a series of fantastic, colourful, fun filled events some of which are outlined below. The main Crop Over events are:1. Ceremonial Delivery of the Last Canes in Barbados2. Bridgetown Market3. Literary & Visual Arts Festival4. Cohobblopot 5. Foreday Morning Jam 6. Calypso Tents & Competitions 7. The
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Festivals & Events – Jazz In Barbados

Saturday, 05 November 2016 by Lasonta
Jazz in Barbados February 22 – February 28, 2014 Posted by BarbadosJazz “If you want to be a musician, study your craft. Study music.” Billy Eckstine American vocalist and bandleader of the swing era. His recording of “I Apologize” (MGM, 1948) was awarded the 1999 Grammy Hall of Fame Award. Dizzy Gillespie, reflecting on the band in
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Festivals & Events – Sandy Lane Gold Cup

Saturday, 05 November 2016 by Lasonta
Hosted by the Barbados Turf Club, The Sandy Lane Gold Cup is one of Barbados’ most popular sporting events. This prestigious, thoroughbred horse race is well favoured in the Eastern Caribbean and boasts a large international following. Spectators from across the island and the world come to watch local, regional and international jockeys and horses compete
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Festivals & Events – St. Patrick’s Day

Saturday, 05 November 2016 by Lasonta
The Feast of Saint Patrick, commonly referred to as Saint Patrick’s Day, is a religious and cultural holiday celebrated annually on 17th March, the anniversary of the death of Saint Patrick. Observed by the various churches and the Irish community, this Christian feast day was made official in the early seventeenth century, commemorating the arrival of
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Festivals & Events – Digicel Barbados Reggae Festival Underway

Saturday, 05 November 2016 by Lasonta
The Reggae fever is in the air as the Digicel Barbados Reggae Festival is underway and set to culminate this weekend with the Vintage Reggae Show and Dance on Friday April 25, Bajan Reggae Night on Saturday April 26 and the massive event Reggae On The Hill on Sunday April 27. In it’s 9 year
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