Interview With Operator of the Animal House, Maureen Sheridan
This month we interview Maureen Sheridan, operator of the Animal House the animal shelter located 8 miles outside of Ocho Rios. Founded in the 1990’s the shelter has been helping stray, injured, abandoned, and feral (wild) animals and their owners. They provide food, shelter, medical care (including spay and neuter), and adoptive services to both […]
Sweet Home, Jamaica : Jamaican Book Review
About the BookMICHELLE FREEMAN: Strong-willed and opinionated; feisty; determined and independent. Takes lip from no one. Knows what she wants, and goes after it. MAVIS: Michelle’s stepmother. Lacks formal education, but possesses a sharp intelligence and innate common sense. JOY, YVONNE, STEPHANIE: Michelle’s three best friends. GRANDMA MIRIAM: Matriarch of the Campbell Family. CORNELL CAMPBELL: […]
U.S. VIRGIN ISLAND LIFESTYLE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: St. Thomas and St.Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands Date: July 20-22, 2007 Comments: This is the hottest event in the caribbean. Over 5,000 participants visit the Virgin Islands for the super beach event for grown folks. Jazz, R&B, Caribbean and Gospel Concerts, Beach party with live entertainment, Nightclub parties, Shopping and Island tours and a […]
Traditional Santiago Apóstol Festivities Puerto Rico
July 24-29: Traditional Santiago Apóstol Festivities This annual celebration of the African heritage in the Loiza zone offers folkloric and religious ceremonies, which include costumes, masks and bomba dances. For more information call (787) 876-1040.
Congreso Mundial de la Salsa
July 22-28: Congreso Mundial de la Salsa This exhibition features professional and international salsa dancers. For more information call (787) 466-0168.
Mojo Isleño Festival
July 14-16: Mojo Isleño Festival Mojo is a sauce typically used on fish plates. It has a tomato base with onion, green and red pepper. For more information call (787) 824-7934.
Immigration Fees Due To Increase
Applicants for various Immigration benefits should be aware that on and after July 30, 2007 new Immigration application fees and procedures for payment will apply. Immigration Fees are not refundable. Generally a fee must be included with an application if a fee is required. Forms with the improper fee will be rejected by US CIS. […]
International Playero Los Tubos de Manatà Festival
July 1-4: International Playero Los Tubos de Manatà Festival One of the most important beach events in the country, the International Playero Los Tubos de Manatà Festival features well-known artists of Puerto Rico and Latin America. It is celebrated in the Municipality of ManatÃ. For more information call (787) 854-2024.
Jamaica Business Resources
Caribbean Business ClubCaribbean Business Club is the perfect vehicle for entrepreneurs who are ready to tap into the wealth of business opportunities in the region. We provide business matching services, access to information about doing business in the Caribbean and create networking events that put you in touch with the right people. Whatever industry you’re […]
Jamaicans.com 2010 Heart Foundation Drive in Memory of Marcia “Ackeegirl” Davidson
RawHTML: This year marks 7 years (7/13/03) since Marcia “Ackeegirl” Davidson passed away after a long battle with heart disease. She was instrumental to the Jamaicans.com website and served as the first moderator, first administrator, and in many other areas. She had the heart of an angel. She loved this website, people who visited this […]