Influential Jamaicans in Atlanta: Rev. Dr. Barry Davies
The Rev. Dr. Barry Davies inherited the gift of music from his grandfather who was a church organist but his nose was kept to the wheel by his mother who was determined not to have him waste all the money she had to spend on piano and organ lessons. Now in his seventy-eight year, Rev. […]
Green Card Renewal – Removing the Conditions on Residency
If you have an old edition Green Card that was issued prior to 1989 and has no expiration date, US CIS encourages you to renew your card as soon as possible. Although it is not currently mandatory, US CIS will soon make it so. The renewal of the Green Card serves the purpose of updating […]
Jamaicans living in the “Deep South” Series- Philippa and Lloyd Wilson
The first thing you notice about Philippa and Lloyd Wilson is how authentically Jamaican they still are, despite having lived overseas for more than half of their lives. Their wonderfully unpretentious demeanor reminds you of a time long ago in Jamaica, when you spent Sunday afternoons on the verandah with close relatives or friends, talking […]
Jamaica Investment Clubs
Jamaica has been having, in recent years an upsurge of investment clubs/schemes. Basically, these investment clubs offer high interest rates once you invest with them. These clubs have grown in popularity as they are the best alternative to saving in banks, and there interest rates are more than enticing. With interest rates starting at a […]
A "Grande" Vacation – An American Retiree in Jamaica
Ann and I were married on October 1, 1994, and honeymooned at Sandals Inn in Montego Bay. Each year we celebrate our anniversary at a Sandals resort. This year was no exception. The plans were made a year ago to return for our 3’rd vacation to Sandals Antigua. Three years ago, we renewed our wedding […]
Real Stories…Real Jamaicans…Real Survivors..Meet Chrissy….
*Stories are true; names are changed to protect person’s identity* – (As told in Chrissy’s words…10/24/07.) …….Many people tend to describe themselves as the average person striving for success in a competitive world. But I am not average. My life experiences have made me realize that I am who I am, “a phenomenal woman”. […]
2008 Panama Jazz Festival
Jazz Police – Founded by Panamanian pianist Danilo Pérez, the Panama Jazz Festival, which celebrates its 5th birthday January 21 – 26, 2008 was created in order to exchange cultural experiences between the best musicians in the world and the Panamanian people. Perez’s vision has guided the growth of the festival, which while continuing to […]
Free Will~~ A Personal View
There is nothing sinful in God’s nature. God had initially created a pure world with the intent that Man would choose good and live a life devoid of pain, suffering, wars, starvation etc. All of this was in God’s mind when He laid out His original plan for the earth and Mankind. Everything existed with […]
Despite Dr. King, Skin Color More Important Than Ever
“I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up… live out the true meaning of its creed. Let freedom ring. And when this happens, and when we allow freedom to ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able […]
2006 Annual Toy Drive Update
In October – November 2006 Jamaicans.com partnering with the Eye on Jamaica Project for our annual Christmas Toy drive. We asked you the users to support our toy drive to benefit the three organizations that were selected, are; Matthew 25:40, Dare To Care and Martha’s Place. We had a goal of collecting 100 toys by […]