Important arts, culture and creative events happening around the world, especially in Jamaica on March 30. Power to the creative minds! IN THE YEAR 1971: Jamaican celebrity Terrence ‘Farenheit’ ‘Farenizzi’ Harold is born. Many Jamaicans relate to him only as the former back up singer to Sean Paul. He however has got real talent in music as songwriter, vocals, graphic designer, actor. He is one patron in the OAaSIS International Foundation.
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If you think plastic surgeons arent artists – watch this
The first successful partial face transplant was carried out in 2005 in France, on a 38-year-old woman who had been mauled by her dog. The world’s first full face transplant was performed in Spain in 2010. Now in 2012 US plastic surgeons perform a successful full face transplant, considered the most extensive to date. Amazing. 37-y-o Richard Lee Norris of Hillsville, Virginia, received a full face transplant including jaws, teeth, and tongue at the University of Maryland Medical Centre in a marathon 36-hour operation. He his nose and lips and…
Read MoreLovers Leap in St Elizabeth, Jamaica reopen for visitors
“Lover’s Leap is now open to the general public…there is still work to be done …,” Minister of Tourism and Entertainment, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeil on March 23
Read MoreLocations of courthouses across/in Jamaica
This is in follow up to requests for assistance in locating courthouses across Jamaica, West Indies. Where are the Courthouses located in Jamaica?
Read MoreNo need for bikinis at Olympics – new rule for volleyballers
Since the Beijing Olympics most beach volleyball contests rules change for more modest uniforms. Allowing shorts and shirts can encourage participation
Read MoreHighlighting March 27 in Jamaica, world culture history!
Important arts, culture and creative events happening around the world, especially in Jamaica on March 27. Power to the creative minds!
Read MoreCalabar High calls for attention to the Arts in Jamaica
By Mel Cooke | Source: Jamaica Gleaner As the famed Red Hills Road school celebrates its centenary, April is the month for music at Calabar High School. The themed monthly celebrations mark the achievements of Calabar in media, journalism and communications, sports, music and entertainment, law and politics, public service, business and finance, among others. A gala dinner in September caps off the celebrations. Trumpeter Mickey Hanson, a Calabar old boy, said that two events will mark the month, a symposium slated for April 19 in the school’s chapel and…
Read MoreCall to Action – Peaceful Protest on March 27, 2012
In light of the recent increase in police killings, Jamaicans For Justice will be having a peaceful stand for improved policing. This will be taking place on Tuesday, March 27, at 7am – 10am, by the Ministry of National Security on Old Hope Road. CALL TO SUPPORT!! 7-10am tomorrow. Its not a PROTEST AGAINST the police, it’s a STAND FOR better policing. Its not ANTI government, its PRO good governance. Will you stand for the future? We’ve all either posted comments, videos, articles and “liked” dozens of posts to show…
Read MorePROPOSAL CALL: US Ambassador’s PEPFAR Grants Program 2012
The U.S. Embassy is currently accepting proposals for funding for the US Ambassador’s PEPFAR Grants Program 2012, and the deadline is April 13, 2012 at 4pm
Read MoreNCB funds art again – Mission Catwalk Season Two
THE second season of the reality series Mission Catwalk airs March 27 on Television Jamaica. National Commercial Bank of Jamaica will give $500k to top designer
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