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VI Seniors to be honoured ahead of 25th Senior Citizens Month
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Social Development Department of the Virgin Islands has embarked on an initiative this year that recognises past as well as current professionals for their contribution to the Territory ahead of the 25th anniversary celebration of Senior Citizens Month in May, 2014.
Impressive BVI Festival of Arts opens at Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Whether it was the paintings of Mr Reuben Vanterpool and Mr Joseph Hodge that took the mind down memory lane, the creative sculpture of Elmore Stoutt High School student Aaliyah Norman, the wooden craft of Calvert Smart, the hand painted fabrics of Carol Smith or the cultural photography of Mr Elroy Turnbull, the words that readily came to mind were “wow” (amazing) and “nice” (impressive).
Inez Brathwaite Awarded The BVI Badge Of Honour
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Mrs. Inez Brathwaite received the BVI Badge of Honour from His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Boyd McCleary, CMG, CVO at an Investiture Ceremony that was held in her honour.
London Office bridging international art market gap for local artisans
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Local Artisan and Co-founder of the BVI Chapter of the Caribbean Artisan Network, Reuben Vanterpool, says there is a gap between the global demand for art work and the Virgin Islands’ present ability to supply it with what is required, however, he has expressed gratitude to Government for empowering the London Office to assist in bridging that gap.
Caribbean Arts and Crafts Festival opens on Trellis Bay [Photo-slide Included]
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI - The opening of the 2012 edition of the Caribbean Arts and Crafts Festival yesterday March 9, 2012 at Trellis Bay was a special one in many ways including that the occasion was graced by the presence of the Duke of Gloucester and that the East End/Long Look Straw Workers were honoured for their contribution to the local arts and culture.
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