By: Staff Writer September 2, 2025 Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley, said at the closing ceremony of the 15th Carifesta held in front of a huge crowd at the…
Category: ARTS AND CULTURE
J’Ouvert in Flatbush: A celebration of Caribbean culture, resistance and community
August 29, 2025 As dawn breaks over the neighborhood of Flatbush, Brooklyn, on Aug, 31, an annual tradition starts with the streets coming alive with color, rhythm and the unmistakable…
Caribbean Fashion Collective Announces Designer Lineup and Sponsor Spotlight for New York Fashion Week SS26
August 22, 2025 Caribbean Fashion Collective (CFC) is proud to unveil its highly anticipated designer lineup and official sponsors for its debut on the CFDA Fashion Calendar this September. The…
Abilene Zoo unveils Caribbean Cove with new species and upgrades
August 22, 2025 The Abilene Zoo reopens its Caribbean Cove exhibit on August 22 with new upgrades and species. Friday is opening day for the Caribbean Cove exhibit at the…
Memorable Beginnings
By: Stacey-Ann Slatter August 15, 2025 I couldn’t believe the sun was so blisteringly hot. My little brother’s toothless smile reminded me why I was outside at noon, but…
A First Love Story
By: Stacey-Ann Slatter August 15, 2025 “…..and the worst part, Mama. I still love him.”, squeezing my eyes shut in a fruitless attempt to, at least, curb the river of…
Clara Lionel Foundation And Mellon Foundation Unite To Amplify Caribbean Arts And Culture On Global Stage
August 12, 2025 The Clara Lionel Foundation (CLF) and the Mellon Foundation today announced a key initiative of their groundbreaking partnership – The Ripple Effect – to elevate the Caribbean arts ecosystem. The initiative represents…
Caribbeantales International Film Festival Celebrates 20 Years Of Big Vibes, Big Stories And Brilliant Filmmaking
August 5, 2025 The CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF), North America’s premier event showcasing Caribbean and diaspora cinema, proudly announces its 20th anniversary edition, taking place Wednesday September 3rd to…
New Book: Orreks – The Savage Leader – Part 2 Reveals Rare Insights of an Adventure Driven Tribal Power Struggle Fantasy
July 18, 2025 With his latest book Orreks – The Savage Leader Part 2, author Clyde Gregoire delivers a heart wrenching true story of a raw, primal fantasy adventure centered …
The Mighty Sparrow, a world-class trophy
By Helen Grenade July 11, 2025 Originally published on December 18, 2020 Legendary singer and performer, and one of the most important people in Calypso music, Dr Slinger Francisco, the…
Hosting of CARIFESTA XV must reflect “Caribbean Roots, Global Excellence” -Regional Cultural Committee
July 1, 2025 The Region’s hosting of CARIFESTA XV must reflect its theme: “Caribbean Roots. Global Excellence.” This is the call to action from the Regional Cultural Committee (RCC) during…
Culture Directors and Interim Festival Directorate reviewing plans for CARIFESTA XV
July 1, 2025 The stage is being set in Barbados for a spectacular hosting of CARIFESTA XV which will feature a unique blend of dramatic and cultural performances, fashion, music,…