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Sunday November 1st, 2009
Liberty Day (Read Article)November 1st is a local holiday in the Virgin Islands commemorating the contribution of a great St. Croix man to the advancement of his fellow people and the Virgin Islands. The holiday is known as Liberty Day and D. Hamilton Jackson Day.
Wednesday November 4th, 2009
Arts Alive - Eric BibbSt. Thomas, Tillett Gardens Arts Alive is a concert series that has organized classical concerts and non-classical concerts — a total of more than 100 performances of the finest music performed by internationally acclaimed musicians in a variety of genres. Events take place at Tillett Gardens on St. Thomas in the Tutu area across from the Four Winds Plaza. Before each concert you can enjoy ‘the Prelude’ from 6pm to 7:30pm which includes live local jazz and tapas for $25. Concerts start at 8pm and concert tickets are $30. (Concert and ‘Prelude’ together is $55.) Performer: Eric Bibb – Blues Acoustic Guitar.
For more information visit: www.tillettgardens.com Wednesday November 11th, 2009
Veterans DayHoliday
Friday November 13th, 2009
Candlelight Concert SeriesSt. Croix, Whim Plantation 7:30pm Carolyn Banham, Horn and Michael Linville, Piano. Performing works by Bach, Ravel, Vaughan Williams, Hindemith and others.
For more information visit: www.stcroixlandmarks.comSaturday November 14th, 2009
Candlelight Concert SeriesSt. Croix, Whim Plantation 7:30pm Carolyn Banham, Horn and Michael Linville, Piano. Performing works by Bach, Ravel, Vaughan Williams, Hindemith and others.
For more information visit: www.stcroixlandmarks.comPuerto Rico Symphony OrchestraSt. Thomas, Reichhold Center 8:00pm The Forum and Reichhold Center continue their longstanding partnership with the return of the acclaimed Puerto Rico Symphony Orchestra. PRSO will perform Sibelius, Spring Song, Op. 16; Chausson, Poeme de l’amoure et de la mer, Op. 19; and Mendelssohn, Symphony n. 3. St. Thomas native and mezzo-soprano Melita Etienne joins PRSO as a featured vocalist during the evening.
For more information visit: www.reichholdcenter.comSunday November 15th, 2009
UVI Music Graduates RecitalSt. Croix, Kingshill Lutheran Church 4:00pm UVI Music Education graduates along with UVI Prof. Austin A. Venzen will present a benefit recital at the Kingshill Lutheran Church on St. Croix at 4 p.m. Joining Venzen, who plays flute, will be Neils A. Gooding on saxophone, Kevre’ L. Hendricks on trumpet, Eltino S. Pickering on steel pan, and accompanist Monet I. Davis. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students. For more information, call (340) 693-1192. Proceeds will go to the benefit of the Kingshill Lutheran Church.
UVI Concert Choir ConcertSt. Thomas, Nisky Moravian Church 4:00pm The UVI Concert Choir, under the direction of Dr. Lorna Young-Wright, will present a Choral Celebration at the Nisky Moravian Church on St. Thomas. The program will include student accompanists and conductors. Soloists will include Christalia Mark, Rebecca Darling, Ledell Mulraine, Lystra Edwards and Blessyn Washington. Tickets, which may be purchased at the UVI Bookstore, the Humanities Division office and from choir members, are $15 for adults and $5 for students.
For more information visit: www.uvi.eduFriday November 20th, 2009
Sunset Jazz in FrederikstedSt. Croix, Fort Frederik Beach 6:00pm Sunset Jazz has played host to premier Caribbean and International jazz artists, and can boast the most beautiful “back drop” of any jazz series in the world! Every third Friday of each month, come to the Fort Frederik Beach in Frederiksted from 6pm to 8pm for great music. Mother Nature assists in providing the event with wonderful scenery, beautiful sunset and cooling a Caribbean breeze. Sunset Jazz concerts are free; bring a chair or a blanket. Please no coolers. You can buy food and drinks from the concert concession area. This is a great family event, and concert goers can enjoy the Frederiksted nightlife and restaurants after the show.
Paradise Jam Basketball TournamentSt. Thomas, UVI Fitness Center 6:00pm St. Thomas fans of big-time NCAA college basketball are in for their annual fall treat, as the 2009 edition of the Paradise Jam Basketball Tournament opens on Nov. 20, at the Sports and Fitness Center on UVI’s St. Thomas campus. The tournament is organized by Basketball Travelers, Inc. Information on ticket prices, game brackets and much more on the teams, as well as featured travel packages for visitors, is available from the official Paradise Jam web site. Men’s teams: Boston College, DePaul, East Carolina, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Saint Joseph's and Tennessee. Women’s teams in the Island Division: Notre Dame, Oklahoma, San Diego State, South Carolina and Reef Division: Mississippi State, Rutgers, Southern California, Texas.
For more information visit: www.paradisejam.comSaturday November 21st, 2009
Flavors of St. JohnSt. John, Westin Resort 6:30pm Dine with all St. John's best restaurants in one night. This is an evening on the beach with music, dancing and St. John's best food. There is no other culinary experience in all St. John like Flavors; you do not want to miss it. Music by Inner Visions. Tickets are $85 advance purchase per person, available in November at Connections, Kaleidoscope Video and online. All tickets at the door are $100. Flavors of St. John is a Rotary Club of St. John Event, all proceeds benefit charity.
For more information visit: www.flavorsstjohn.comBallet HispanicoSt. Thomas, Reichhold Center This dynamic dance company fuses Latin dance with classical and contemporary techniques to create an evening of energy, creativity and passion.
For more information visit: www.reichholdcenter.comParadise Jam Basketball TournamentSt. Thomas, UVI Fitness Center 6:00pm St. Thomas fans of big-time NCAA college basketball are in for their annual fall treat as the 2009 edition of the Paradise Jam Basketball Tournament takes place at the Sports and Fitness Center on UVI’s St. Thomas campus. This year, UVI fans have a special treat, as the Buccaneers men’s basketball squad will play an LAI League game during the event. They will face off against their Puerto Rican rivals Metropolitan University on November 21. The tournament is organized by Basketball Travelers, Inc. Information on ticket prices, game brackets and much more on the teams, as well as featured travel packages for visitors, is available from the official Paradise Jam web site. Men’s teams: Boston College, DePaul, East Carolina, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Saint Joseph's and Tennessee. Women’s teams in the Island Division: Notre Dame, Oklahoma, San Diego State, South Carolina and Reef Division: Mississippi State, Rutgers, Southern California, Texas.
For more information visit: www.paradisejam.comSunday November 22nd, 2009
Paradise Jam Basketball TournamentSt. Thomas, UVI Fitness Center 6:00pm St. Thomas fans of big-time NCAA college basketball are in for their annual fall treat as the 2009 edition of the Paradise Jam Basketball Tournament takes place at the Sports and Fitness Center on UVI’s St. Thomas campus. The tournament is organized by Basketball Travelers, Inc. Information on ticket prices, game brackets and much more on the teams, as well as featured travel packages for visitors, is available from the official Paradise Jam web site. Men’s teams: Boston College, DePaul, East Carolina, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Saint Joseph's and Tennessee. Women’s teams in the Island Division: Notre Dame, Oklahoma, San Diego State, South Carolina and Reef Division: Mississippi State, Rutgers, Southern California, Texas.
For more information visit: www.paradisejam.comMonday November 23rd, 2009
Paradise Jam Basketball TournamentSt. Thomas, UVI Fitness Center 6:00pm St. Thomas fans of big-time NCAA college basketball are in for their annual fall treat as the 2009 edition of the Paradise Jam Basketball Tournament takes place at the Sports and Fitness Center on UVI’s St. Thomas campus. The tournament is organized by Basketball Travelers, Inc. Information on ticket prices, game brackets and much more on the teams, as well as featured travel packages for visitors, is available from the official Paradise Jam web site. Men’s teams: Boston College, DePaul, East Carolina, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Saint Joseph's and Tennessee. Women’s teams in the Island Division: Notre Dame, Oklahoma, San Diego State, South Carolina and Reef Division: Mississippi State, Rutgers, Southern California, Texas.
For more information visit: www.paradisejam.comTuesday November 24th, 2009
Paradise Jam Basketball TournamentSt. Thomas, UVI FItness Center 6:00pm St. Thomas fans of big-time NCAA college basketball are in for their annual fall treat as the 2009 edition of the Paradise Jam Basketball Tournament takes place at the Sports and Fitness Center on UVI’s St. Thomas campus. The tournament is organized by Basketball Travelers, Inc. Information on ticket prices, game brackets and much more on the teams, as well as featured travel packages for visitors, is available from the official Paradise Jam web site. Men’s teams: Boston College, DePaul, East Carolina, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Saint Joseph's and Tennessee. Women’s teams in the Island Division: Notre Dame, Oklahoma, San Diego State, South Carolina and Reef Division: Mississippi State, Rutgers, Southern California, Texas.
For more information visit: www.paradisejam.comWednesday November 25th, 2009
Paradise Jam Basketball TournamentSt. Thomas, UVI FItness Center 6:00pm St. Thomas fans of big-time NCAA college basketball are in for their annual fall treat as the 2009 edition of the Paradise Jam Basketball Tournament takes place at the Sports and Fitness Center on UVI’s St. Thomas campus. The tournament is organized by Basketball Travelers, Inc. Information on ticket prices, game brackets and much more on the teams, as well as featured travel packages for visitors, is available from the official Paradise Jam web site. Men’s teams: Boston College, DePaul, East Carolina, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Saint Joseph's and Tennessee. Women’s teams in the Island Division: Notre Dame, Oklahoma, San Diego State, South Carolina and Reef Division: Mississippi State, Rutgers, Southern California, Texas.
For more information visit: www.paradisejam.comThursday November 26th, 2009
Thanksgiving DayHoliday
Paradise Jam Basketball TournamentSt. Thomas, UVI Fitness Center 6:00pm St. Thomas fans of big-time NCAA college basketball are in for their annual fall treat as the 2009 edition of the Paradise Jam Basketball Tournament takes place at the Sports and Fitness Center on UVI’s St. Thomas campus. The tournament is organized by Basketball Travelers, Inc. Information on ticket prices, game brackets and much more on the teams, as well as featured travel packages for visitors, is available from the official Paradise Jam web site. Men’s teams: Boston College, DePaul, East Carolina, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Saint Joseph's and Tennessee. Women’s teams in the Island Division: Notre Dame, Oklahoma, San Diego State, South Carolina and Reef Division: Mississippi State, Rutgers, Southern California, Texas.
For more information visit: www.paradisejam.comFriday November 27th, 2009
Arts Alive Holiday Arts and Crafts FestivalSt. Thomas, Tillett Gardens 10:00am Visitors to the 30th annual Arts Alive Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival will have the opportunity to find unique hand crafted items, explore their own creativity, view dynamic performances, and listen to the sounds of local musicians. Traditionally, this popular annual event has been the place for holiday shopping. The 3-day Festival is held outdoors in a colorful, historic, Danish West Indian farm, known as Tillett Gardens. Festival hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day, featuring works by local artisans, performances, and special interactive hands-on, artistic activities. Meals, snacks, and beverages will be sold at Jack’s Restaurant located in the garden. Admission is free. The Tillett Gardens’ resident gallery and studios feature silk-screened fabrics, pottery, jewelry, candles, local crafts, and Tillett’s famous silkscreen prints and maps. The garden will be surrounded by inviting kiosks and tables full of one-of-a kind locally produced items. Featured craft items include: functional and decorative pottery, wearable art, sculptural clay art, garden art and decorative plants, beaded jewelry, folk art, hand painted ornaments, scented soaps, and candles. The Festival offers a variety of free activities catering to art enthusiasts of all ages. Participants will have the opportunity to explore their own creativity and discover new forms of expression. A variety of musical entertainment will be offered on the main stage each day.
For more information visit: www.tillettgardens.comParadise Jam Basketball TournamentSt. Thomas, UVI Fitness Center 6:00pm St. Thomas fans of big-time NCAA college basketball are in for their annual fall treat as the 2009 edition of the Paradise Jam Basketball Tournament takes place at the Sports and Fitness Center on UVI’s St. Thomas campus. The tournament is organized by Basketball Travelers, Inc. Information on ticket prices, game brackets and much more on the teams, as well as featured travel packages for visitors, is available from the official Paradise Jam web site. Men’s teams: Boston College, DePaul, East Carolina, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Saint Joseph's and Tennessee. Women’s teams in the Island Division: Notre Dame, Oklahoma, San Diego State, South Carolina and Reef Division: Mississippi State, Rutgers, Southern California, Texas.
For more information visit: www.paradisejam.comSaturday November 28th, 2009
Arts Alive Holiday Arts and Crafts FestivalSt. Thomas, Tillett Gardens 10:00am Visitors to the 30th annual Arts Alive Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival will have the opportunity to find unique hand crafted items, explore their own creativity, view dynamic performances, and listen to the sounds of local musicians. Traditionally, this popular annual event has been the place for Mother’s day shopping. The 3-day Festival is held outdoors in a colorful, historic, Danish West Indian farm, known as Tillett Gardens. Festival hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day, featuring works by local artisans, performances, and special interactive hands-on, artistic activities. Meals, snacks, and beverages will be sold at Jack’s Restaurant located in the garden. Admission is free. The Tillett Gardens’ resident gallery and studios feature silk-screened fabrics, pottery, jewelry, candles, local crafts, and Tillett’s famous silkscreen prints and maps. The garden will be surrounded by inviting kiosks and tables full of one-of-a kind locally produced items. Featured craft items include: functional and decorative pottery, wearable art, sculptural clay art, garden art and decorative plants, beaded jewelry, folk art, hand painted ornaments, scented soaps, and candles. The Festival offers a variety of free activities catering to art enthusiasts of all ages. Participants will have the opportunity to explore their own creativity and discover new forms of expression. A variety of musical entertainment will be offered on the main stage each day.
For more information visit: www.tillettgardens.comParadise Jam Basketball TournamentSt. Thomas, UVI Fitness Center 6:00pm St. Thomas fans of big-time NCAA college basketball are in for their annual fall treat as the 2009 edition of the Paradise Jam Basketball Tournament takes place at the Sports and Fitness Center on UVI’s St. Thomas campus. The tournament is organized by Basketball Travelers, Inc. Information on ticket prices, game brackets and much more on the teams, as well as featured travel packages for visitors, is available from the official Paradise Jam web site. Men’s teams: Boston College, DePaul, East Carolina, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Saint Joseph's and Tennessee. Women’s teams in the Island Division: Notre Dame, Oklahoma, San Diego State, South Carolina and Reef Division: Mississippi State, Rutgers, Southern California, Texas.
For more information visit: www.paradisejam.comSunday November 29th, 2009
21st Annual Holiday Starving Artists Day St. Croix, Whim Museum 10:00am The Whim Museum grounds will come alive with local arts and crafts vendors for the 21st Annual Holiday Starving Artists Day and 2nd Annual Guavaberry Competition! This is a great holiday shopping opportunity for everyone – all items are locally made! The event showcases local artists, jewelers, craftspeople and their wares. Also enjoy Crucian food and drinks, local plants and produce, children's activities, and live local music from 10:00am - 5:00pm. This is a great way to spend Sunday with the family; join us for this popular island tradition.
For more information visit: www.stcroixlandmarks.comArts Alive Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival St. Thomas, Tillett Gardens 10:00am Visitors to the 30th annual Arts Alive Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival will have the opportunity to find unique hand crafted items, explore their own creativity, view dynamic performances, and listen to the sounds of local musicians. Traditionally, this popular annual event has been the place for holiday shopping. The 3-day Festival is held outdoors in a colorful, historic, Danish West Indian farm, known as Tillett Gardens. Festival hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day, featuring works by local artisans, performances, and special interactive hands-on, artistic activities. Meals, snacks, and beverages will be sold at Jack’s Restaurant located in the garden. Admission is free. The Tillett Gardens’ resident gallery and studios feature silk-screened fabrics, pottery, jewelry, candles, local crafts, and Tillett’s famous silkscreen prints and maps. The garden will be surrounded by inviting kiosks and tables full of one-of-a kind locally produced items. Featured craft items include: functional and decorative pottery, wearable art, sculptural clay art, garden art and decorative plants, beaded jewelry, folk art, hand painted ornaments, scented soaps, and candles. The Festival offers a variety of free activities catering to art enthusiasts of all ages. Participants will have the opportunity to explore their own creativity and discover new forms of expression. A variety of musical entertainment will be offered on the main stage each day.
For more information visit: www.tillettgardens.com
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