Barbados crop-over Carnival and Grand Kadooment!
June 3, 2007
Dates July 7th to August 6th, 2007
Lasting for approximately 5 weeks, and starting in July, Crop Over is a Barbadian festival celebrating the end of the local sugar cane crop harvest - hence it’s name.
It’s origins can be traced back to the 1780’s, a time when Barbados was the world’s largest producer of sugar. At the end of the sugar season, there was always a huge celebration to mark the culmination of another successful sugar cane harvest - the Crop Over celebration.
The finale is the Grand Kadooment! This carnival parade features large bands with members dressed in elaborate costumes to depict various themes. Designers compete for the coveted Designer of the Year prize while the revelers seem more intent on having a good time!
Barbados Car Rally Carnival
June 3, 2007
This incredible sport of ‘rally car circuit racing’ was invented in the 70s and became hugely popular in the 80s. When GroupB rally cars were banned from competing on Europe.
Competitors and their friends & families come from as near as Trinidad and Jamiaca, as far as the UK, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Austria and more to take part in a week of festivities, including the two days of Rally Barbados.
If you are a motorsport fan, especially a Rally fan, this is truly a weekend in Barbados not to be missed. 30,000 spectators out of a population of 300,000 says it all - this is the biggest spectator sport on the Island.
Mount Gay Rum Boatyard Regatta, Barbados
June 3, 2007
The Mount Gay Rum/Boatyard Regatta has been a part of the sailing world in Barbados for eighteen years. The well-known red hats are a prized souvenir and the sponsorship of Mount Gay Rum and the Boatyard have added a distinctive character to the festival.
As an internationally recognized brand, Mount Gay Rum has raised the profile of the regatta. The Boatyard has added its own flair as well. The popular bar is the centre of the nightlife for sailing enthusiasts, situated as it is a short 500 metres from the Yacht Club’s doors!
The action begins on Thursday with registration, briefing and a rowdy barbeque at the Yacht Club. The racing begins on Friday morning.
At the end of every day is an awards presentation, with the biggest affair landing on Sunday evening. The carnival atmosphere is a big draw for everyone on the island and the final night’s festivities never seem to end!
Barbados Jazz Festival
June 3, 2007
This may not be the exact date.
Usually held the second week of January, the seven-day event is staged at various venues including the modern Sir Garfield Sobers Sports complex, the historic Sunbury Plantation House and the open-air venue of Farley Hill National Park.
The two-day outdoor Barbados Jazz Festival at Farley Hill Park is an especially popular element of the festival as fans bring coolers of drinks, food and blankets to stretch out on the shaded slope and watch the show.
Amelia Island Chamber Music
June 3, 2007
Last year returing to Amelia Island:
The Guarneri String Quartet, Valentina Lisitsa, Lynn Harrell, Beth Newdome, Helen Nightengale, James Dunham, Charles Rex, Victoria Chiang, Suzanne Lefevre, Jun Iwasaki, Philip Pan, Will Ransom, Laura Ardan, Alison Buchanan singing spirituals at the Fort, among others. Pianist Gary Graffman and violist Roberto Diaz will perform with the Burns Fellowship Artists at two concerts which are free to the public. Also, welcome newcomers, the hot young duo violinist Jennifer Koh and pianist Reiko Uchida performing fresh new works.
The chamber Music Festival takes place all over the island, in venues like the RitzCarlton, the Palace Saloon, St. Peters church, and many other locations.
Georgia Sea Turtle Center Grand Opening
June 3, 2007
Grand Opeaning June 16th, 2007
The Georgia Sea Turtle Center is committed to providing quality educational experiences for school groups, the local community, and visitors of all ages.
Opening on World Sea Turtle Day, dedicated to the rehabilitation of ill and injured sea turtles in Georgia, the center will house educational exhibits, surgical and rehabilitation areas, an information center, and gift shop.
The Georgia Sea Turtle Center Staff decided to offer a sneak peak to the public and open its doors only on weekends until it will be open every day after the Grand Opening Celebration June 16th.
The Georgia Sea Turtle Center is located on Jekyll Island, Georgia, not far from the Jekyll Island Club.
The center will occupy the 1903 Power Plant within the National Historic Landmark District of Jekyll Island. The renovated building and additional structures will house educational exhibits and state-of-the-art surgical, rehabilitation and research areas.
Facilities will be in place for the treatment of ill and injured turtles beginning in April and public exhibits will be open on World Turtle Day, June 16.
Amelia Island’s 25th Annual Kingfish Tournament
June 2, 2007
Dates: June 21 to 23rd 2007
Location: first event: Captains meeting, Fernandina Harbor
Now a fishing tournament may not sound too romantic, but it could be a great way to see the both of you in action and how well you work together.
Prizes
Largest fish
First Prize – $25,000
2nd– $6,500
3rd -$5,000
Lady Angler (16 and older)
First Prize – $1,000
2nd- $500
3rd- $250
Some of the Sponsors:
Atlantic Seafood Bait & Tackle , Budweiser, Flash Foods, VyStar Credit Union, Taylor Rental, Hooters, Baxter´s Restaurant, Amelia Islander, Blowfish Art Works, and there are many more I have not mentioned.
To sign up for the Kingfish tournament and see all the rules and prizes: Nassau Sport Fishing Association
Caribbean Week in New York
June 2, 2007
Caribbean Week in New York is a celebration of the sights, sounds, colors, cultural and unique vacation attributes of the Caribbean. Tourism Officials, the media, artists, performers, celebrity chefs, sponsors and strategic partners converge on New York for a week of Caribbean hospitality and vacation special offers.
When: June 9 to June 17, 2007
Events
Celebrity Cricket Match
Saturday, June 9, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm:
A Celebrity Cricket Match will feature past, present and emerging players from West Indies cricket teams vs. all-star players from New York area cricket leagues.
The match is being organized in collaboration with local leagues and is expected to attract spectators from the United States and Canada who are nationals of many cricket-playing member countries.
Gospel Fest
Saturday, June 9, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm:
An exciting event scheduled for Caribbean Week will be an Interfaith Gospel
Concert – entitled Gospel Fest.
Caribbean Celebrity Chefs
June 9 – 15
Throughout the Week: Renowned chefs from world-class resorts of the Caribbean will be in town to spice up the city with Caribbean flair and flavors. These Celebrity Chefs will prepare distinctive Caribbean dishes at prestigious locations whose customers match the profile of potential Caribbean vacationers. Customers at major department stores will sample exotic Caribbean dishes and also collect valuable tips on choosing the ideal vacation destinations. Chefs will also participate in cook-offs.
Caribbean Fair
Tuesday, June 12, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm:
Caribbean Fair at The South Street Seaport, conveniently located venue in lower Manhattan will again be the site for the Caribbean Fair. Booths manned by Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) member countries and private sector partners will display promotional materials, indigenous products and other items representative
of the Caribbean.
There will be arts and crafts demonstrations throughout the day as well as
Caribbean food-tastings by Celebrity Chefs from member booths.
Concert at the Seaport
Tuesday, June 12, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Concert at the Seaport – featuring performances by popular Caribbean musicians including Ladies Rebelution Dance comprised of five female Sound System DJs who showcase their talents in reggae, calypso, dancehall and soca. Members of Ladies Rebelution hail from Antgiua, Barbados, Dominica, Jamaica and New York City. Also featured will be Dollarman, an award-winning reggae artist.
Annual Caribbean Beach Volleyball Tournament
Saturday and Sunday, June 16 & 17
Annual Caribbean Beach Volleyball Tournament (Qualifying Round) — As a prelude to the First Annual Caribbean Beach Volleyball Championship Tournament taking place Nov. 3-4, 2007 in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico, a series of qualifying matches will be held in five cities along the East Coast of the U.S., including Long Beach, NY on June 16-17 at the end of Caribbean Week in New York.
Winners from all qualifying tournaments will play for an opportunity to compete in the championship round in Puerto Rico.
Visit caribbeanweekny.com/
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