Arts & Entertainment, Caribbean Folk Tales, Culture & Heritage
Last Friday evening Pioneer Prep hosted its first Night of Traditions on the school grounds in Checkhall. The night was a wondrous adventure for the children who were treated to the tradition of listening to Dominica’s very own folk stories. Gathered around a...
Carnival, Culture & Heritage, Events
On Saturday afternoon the streets of Roseau came alive with the sounds of Carnival… Black Devils snapping their whips, Bwa Bwa tramping on the road, lapo kabwit, drumming, and hi-fi’s playing their favourite Calypso songs… yes, Carnival is in the...
Calypso, Culture & Heritage
It’s that time of year again. In the run up to Dominica’s Carnival Celebrations, the Calypso Season is upon us. Do you have a favourite song yet? On January 9, 2011 the Calypso Elimination Round was held at Krazy Koconuts in Castle Comfort. From a field...
Culture & Heritage, Independence
It’s Dominica’s 32nd birthday and the celebrations are in full swing! Here is a taste of the cultural dancing going on at the Cultural Gala in the gardens this afternoon. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWY3nt4O6vM] More to...
Creole in the Park, Culture & Heritage, Independence
Independence Celebrations is a vibrant, colourful time in Dominica. It’s time to wear madras, eat traditional creole food, and listen to the sounds of jing ping music! This week features: Creole in the Park – Monday through Thursday at the Roseau Botanic...
Culture & Heritage, Events, Independence
This year marks Dominica’s 32nd Anniversary of Independence. The Official Independence Opening Ceremony kicks off at 5pm this Saturday, September 25th at the Old Mill Cultural Centre in Canefield. Each year, Independence Celebrations include activities such as...
