TD Bank Presents the 2015 Miami Broward, Jr. Carnival with Young Masqueraders Set to Showcase a Sea of Color, Pageantry and Pride, October 4th, 2015, Lauderhill, Florida
South Florida’s youth will have an opportunity to proudly show off they’re wonderfully created and colorful costumes in celebration of their rich Caribbean culture this carnival season. Over 350 young children will participate in the Miami Broward, Jr. Carnival parade and competition on Sunday, October 4, 2015 at Central Broward Park (3700 NW 11th Place, […]
“I miss the fresh fish in Jamaica!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “The one thing I miss about Jamaica is…” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “I miss the fresh fish in Jamaica.” The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you […]
Loving Her Is Right: Jamaican Actress, Judi Blair, Joins Tyler Perry’s Daytime Drama
Judi Blair, who was born and raised in Clarendon, Jamaica, is the newest cast member on “If Loving You Is Wrong,” the popular daytime drama from Tyler Perry. After seeing her sister in a “Miss Jamaica” competition, Blair discovered a love for entertainment and was inspired by models in magazines and on film. She has […]
Etana & the Rawsoul Rebels; Tarrus Riley to Perform at the 34th International Reggae & World Music Awards, October 4th, 2015, Fort Lauderdale
The IRAWMA 2014 named Princess of Reggae, Etana & The Rawsoul Rebels and multiple IRAWMA winner Tarrus Riley, among the leading nominees for the 34th annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA). Both nominees will perform at reggae and world music’s biggest Awards night. Among the hosts/emcees will be, Reggae Ambassadors Third World, past […]
Applications Now Open For The 2016 GraceKennedy Jamaican Birthright Programme
After reviving its popular Jamaican Birthright programme in 2015, GraceKennedy has announced that applications for the 2016 period are now open. The aim of the programme is to expose second and third generation Jamaican university students to a diversified Jamaican experience through music, social activities and professional tutelage through internships at GraceKennedy. “The programme this […]
St. Catherine High Alumni NE USA (SCHS NE) Hosts Sixth Annual Awards Banquet “Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers”
The St. Catherine High School Alumni, NE USA Chapter (SCHS NE) will host its Sixth Annual Fundraising and Awards Banquet at the Astoria World Manor, Astoria, NY, on Saturday, October 17, 2015. The event, which begins at 8 P.M., will feature Eric Stewart, as keynote speaker. Mr. Stewart, an alumnus, is a well-known sports figure […]
Jamaican Community in Atlanta Mourns Novelist Anthony C. Winkler
Atlanta Jamaicans are mourning the passing of Anthony C. Winkler, one of Jamaica’s most gifted and successful writers. He died peacefully at his home in Dunwoody, Georgia on September 18, 2015. He is survived by his wife Cathy, daughter Becky, son Adam and his wife of three weeks, Amy. He was 73. In 2014 Winkler […]
21 Reasons Why South Florida Is Kingston 21 – A part of Jamaica
The lyrics of a song by well-known reggae singer Pluto Shervington who now spends quite a lot of time in South Florida, “I man on yah, I man born yah, I nah leave yah, fi go America… No way sah, pot a boil yah, belly full yah, Sweet Jamaica,” virtually provides support for the argument […]
Adult and Children’s Gospel Song Competitions Now Open
The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), an agency of the Ministry of Youth and Culture is now inviting entries for the 2016 Jamaica Gospel and Jamaica Children’s Gospel Song Competitions. The JCDC, through these Gospel Song Competitions, have been providing a platform for talent development and inspiration over the years. Persons who wish to enter […]
Entries Now Open for 2016 Festival of Performing Arts Competition
The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), an agency of the Ministry of Youth and Culture is now accepting entries for the 2016 Festival of the Performing Arts Competition. Entries for the annual competition are being accepted in the areas of speech, drama, music, traditional folk forms and dance and will close on Friday, November 27, […]