Sample souvenir Programme Booklet
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Sample souvenir Programme Booklet
NORTH VANCOUVER • WATERFRONT PARK www.caribbeandays.ca On behalf of the Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society of British Columbia, I am pleased to welcome you to the 27th presentation of the Caribbean Days Festival at Waterfront Park in North Vancouver. The Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of BC wishes to acknowledge the invaluable participation of the following benefactors, partners and sponsors in the production and presentation of Caribbean Days Festival 2014. The Arts Office of North Vancouver The Govt of Canada Dept. of Heritage The Province of BC Gaming Branch City of North Vancouver District of North Vancouver North Shore News Fairchild Radio 96.1 FM Bell Media The Beat Radio 94.5 FM QM/FM 103.5 FM Vancouver Co-op Radio CFRO The Patty Shop Vancouver Vancouver North Shore Tourism Buy-Low Foods Carib Beer Molsons Canadian Palm Bay Drinks ReMax Realty Carter GM North Shore Lamar Transit Advertising On-Now Digital Media Lonsdale Quay Hotel Loblaw’s City Market on Lonsdale St. John’s Ambulance Tim Horton’s on Lonsdale @15th From very humble beginnings in 1988, the Festival has grown to become a highlight of the summer’s cultural calendar in BC and now plays a significant role in promoting awareness and appreciation of our diverse and multicultural heritage as Canadians. We thank the Government of Canada Department of Heritage, the Province of British Columbia, the City and District of North Vancouver for their financial support, and express our gratitude to all those who have provided sponsorship and support in various ways. For this event to enjoy the success that it has for so many years we recognize and acknowledge the tremendous effort of our members, family and friends. Their energy, passion and pride has brought them forward to dedicate countless hours of valuable family time to produce an event such as this which contributes not only fun and entertainment, but intangible and immeasurable benefits to a wider community. from the Organizers sponsors WELCOME CARIBBEAN DAYS FESTIVAL 2014 This vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture – the music, the food, the atmosphere – has been created by us for you our guests. While the flavour of what we present is strongly Caribbean the variety of what is offered represents our own diverse origins. I invite you to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the festival to the fullest! Sincerely, Flora Ali, President, Trinidad and Tobago cultural Society of British Columbia IN THIS ISSUE Pages 3 – 7 Page 7 Pages 8 – 9 Pages 10 – 11 Pages 12 – 13 Page 14 Pages 15 – 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 CONTENTS Welcome Messages Multicultural Street Parade Entertainment Line-Up Festival Map Performers’ Contacts & Bios Caribbean Cooking – A Little History Caribbean Recipes About the Organizers Acknowledgements Caribbean Community Events Calendar 3 OFFICE OF MAYOR DARRELL MUSSATTO Welcome: On behalf of North Vancouver City Council and citizens, it is my pleasure to welcome everyone to the 27th annual Caribbean Days Parade and Festival on July 26th and 27th at Waterfront Park. Caribbean Days continues to be a highlight of the North Shore summer, drawing thousands of residents and visitors to the City’s waterfront for a weekend of Caribbean-flavoured music, dining and dancing. The annual parade showcases vibrant Caribbean culture alongside the arts, costumes and dance of a variety of other local cultural groups, making this event a truly multi-cultural experience. The Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of BC continues to put on a wonderful event that offers lots of fun and a welcoming atmosphere for all. I extend special thanks to the organizers and volunteers for your excellent work in maintaining Caribbean Days as a landmark event in the City’s calendar, and one of the largest cultural festivals in British Columbia. from the City of North Vancouver from the District of North Vancouver July 2014 WELCOME WELCOME The City of North Vancouver On behalf of Council I welcome you once again to the City of North Vancouver, and extend best wishes to all for the 27th annual Caribbean Days Festival! Darrell Mussatto Mayor 141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1H9 | Tel: 604-998-3280 | Fax: 604-990-4211 | www.cnv.org | 4 5 Saturday July 26th at 10:00am Honourary Parade Marshals North Vancouver Office 102 3rd Street West North Vancouver, BC V7M 1E8 Tel.: 604-775-6333 Fax: 604-775-6332 www.andrewsaxton.ca House of Commons CANADA Darrell Mussatto Mayor, City of North Vancouver Richard Walton Mayor, District of North Vancouver Jane Thornthwaite MLA, North Vancouver-Seymour Andrew Saxton Member of Parliament, North Vancouver Parade Participants Andrew Saxton, MP North Vancouver On behalf of the Government of Canada, it is my absolute pleasure to welcome all communities to the 27th Annual Caribbean Days Parade and Festival on July 26th - 27th, 2014. This vibrant annual event kicks off with its colorful parade leading up to the festivities held in North Vancouver’s very own Waterfront Park. The two-day celebration showcases vibrant Caribbean Culture with an array of foods, live music, activities and performances. I would like to congratulate the Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of British Columbia for hosting what has become one of the largest cultural events in BC. I also offer special thanks to the dedicated volunteers; your efforts are recognized and greatly appreciated. I hope you all enjoy the festival and I look forward to seeing you there! Entry categories include Community, Cultural, and Caribbean The 2014 parade entries feature: Squamish Nation Sandals Beach Resorts Carter GM North Vancouver Santa’s Recycling for Charity Kidney Foundation of Canada - BC Branch Spirit of the South Seas (Polynesian) Hula Halau Na Keiki O’Ohana Lokahi The Heart of our Ancestors (Guatemala) Maquilishuat Folklore Dance Group (El Salvador) Shao Lin Hung Gar Kung Fu Association (Lion Dance) AMED Dance Group (Persian Dance Group) Nahualli Folklore Society (Mexico) Red Hat Society Falun Dafa Association of Vancouver Freddy Fuddpucker “Ragtime Group” – Marching Band J.P. Fell Pipe Band – Marching Band Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society of BC Steelband Richvana Carnival Association “Colours of the Season” United Carnival Club – “Mas Confusion” One Tempo – “Caribbean Masqueraders” W.O.L.F. – “Caribbean Rain” MULTICULTURAL STREET PARADE GREETINGS from the North Vancouver MP MULTICULTURAL STREET PARADE Parade Coordinator Andrew Saxton, MP North Vancouver Nigel Headley Announcers – Earl Douglas & Heather Cross Parade Committee Members: Nigel Headley, Tanya Hamilton, Wendy Edwards, Ingrid Selman 6 7 ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP: Sunday July 27th Main Sound Stage - South Side Main Sound Stage - South Side 10:00 am Multicultural Street Parade 10:00 am DJ Denise 11:30 am DJ BJ Roots Cellar 11:00 am Torio Jones 12:15 pm Opening Ceremony 11:45 am Nick Hope 1:00 pm Tropical Heat 12:15 pm Mostly Marley 2:00 pm Lady Valy – Lady Valy Musique Page 1:15 pm Shizzle 2:30 pm Nahualli Folklore Mexician Ballet 1:40 pm Children Parade 3:00 pm Spirits of the South Seas 2:00 pm East Van All Stars 3:30 pm AMED Dance Group 3:00 pm Mr. Fantastik 4:00 pm Jessica Dance Group 3:45 pm De Volcano 4:30 pm Sara K and the Soul Collective 5:00 pm Phase III Steelband 5:15 pm X-Kalibre 6:15 pm Sugga Cane 6:15 pm Linx EVENT LINEUP Sunday EVENT LINEUP Saturday ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP: Saturday July 26th See Performers Index for contact information See Performers Index for contact information MCs: MC: Jason Jaggernauth (aka Nasty Jag) Stage Manager Assistant Stage Manager Kenrick Headley Carl Nicholas North Side DJs: DJ Kenyon & DJ Supah P 8 Heather Cross Stage Manager Assistant Stage Manager Kenrick Headley Carl Nicholas North Side DJs: DJ Nasty Jag & DJ Kizum 9 FESTIVAL MAP FESTIVAL MAP Kids Hot Dogs To the SeaBus 10 11 Performer Contact AMED Dance Group Pooneh 604-809-2187 De Volcano Ulan 778-355-9342 DJ BJ Roots Cellar John 604-585-4052 DJ Denise Denise 604-710-0714 East Van All Stars Devon 778-994-5677 Jessica Dance Group Jessica Yue 778-585-3381 Lady Valy Valentyna Zolotarova 604-831-3965 Mostly Marley Mike Henry 604-708-8906 Mr. Fantasik Jeffrey 778-232-9713 Nahualli Folklore Mexican Ballet Monique Schwanz 604-657-4043 Nick Hope Nick Hope 604-936-8374 Phase III Steelband Kenrick 604-502-7439 Sarah K Christopher 778-997-4540 Shizzle Clyde Penniston 778-320-3836 Spirit of the South Seas Marji 604-986-5185 604-729-4208 Sugga Cane Timothy Torio Jones Music Management 778-879-4743 Tropical Heat Lucky 604-585-7286 X-Kalibre Shafiq 604-231-0625 GETTING TO KNOW SOME OF THE PERFORMERS Tropical Heat has been thrilling audiences for over 25 years with their international variety of Steelband musical arrangements. Leader and arranger Ashley Lucky has been a member of many a Caribbean Steelband in the Lower mainland throughout those years. Lady Valy taps into her multinational background in Ukraine, Middle East, Mediterranean and Caribbean to deliver her own lyrics in four international languages. She draws on an array of performing experiences to create a fusion of Reggae, Hip Hop, R&B, Pop, and Dancehall in her music and dance moves. A multi-genre artist, Valy has an international appeal and a unique flavour that sets her apart from many others. Nahualli Folklore Mexican Ballet presents a wide repertoire of dances representing the traditions and folklore of Mexico from all across the country to the Caribbean coast. The name Nahualli originates from an Indigenous culture of Mexico. It signifies an animal spirit and a transforming power that envelops the dancers as they perform their energetic storytelling routines. 12 AMED Dance Group delivers dynamic performances combining authentic Middle Eastern dances with a modern flair delighting spectators with their passion, powerful technique, elegant musicality and magnetic sense of fun. Spirit of the South Seas is a popular award-winning North Shore group which has wowed thousands at numerous events across the country. Their mixture of both aboriginal and modern music, songs and dances represent authentic island lore. The pulsating toere drums beckons all who hear them to join in the true spirit of Aloha from the South Pacific lands of Hawaii, New Zealand and Tahiti Jessica Dancing Group specializes in Traditional Chinese Classic Dance. Divided into folk dance and formal classical dance their performance is an excellent representation of Chinese traditional culture. The Chinese fan dance is known for its beautiful and delicate poses, and the flying ribbons are symbols of joy and happiness. Sara K is no stranger to audiences at Caribbean Days Festival. She hails from right here in North Vancouver and is recognized as an international rising star. Her R & B renditions reaches back to the glory days of Motown infused with current musical trends and Caribbean rhythms. X-kalibre This 10-piece band uses saxophone, trombone, trumpet, bass, drums, vocal guitar and keyboard to produce a positively energetic session guaranteed to get you up and dancing to the sweet sounds of African and Reggae music. Torio Jones Music comes naturally to Torio whose background in music began as a young boy with a talented uncle - renowned steel band composer, Kenrick Headley. His skills in percussion combined with a natural rhythm that could not be taught, Torio was destined for a future in music! Now, he’s an active recording artist whose main goal for each recording, is to create a personal feeling to the listener. Nick Hope is back for an encore performance. Since emerging into the music scene in 2008, Nick has woven his talents and skills to become an accomplished performer who takes you on a unique musical journey through Reggae, Soul, Hip-hop, R&B and Jazz. Mostly Marley was formed in 2003 with the idea of bringing classic reggae music to an otherwise starving audience and features veteran entertainer Mike Henry with vocals that is without doubt a flawless a tribute to the great Bob Marley. Mostly Marley performs with passion, taking you on a musical odyssey while remaining true to the spirit of Reggae. Shizzle Clyde Penniston hails from the Caribbean island of Bequia & St. Vincent. He combines the heavy hitting dancehall rhythms of Sean Paul, the roots rock reggae of Bob Marley and the smooth island vibes of Kevin Lyttle to create a truly tropical dance party. Mr. Fantastik Mr. Fantastik is among the most talented on the International performing scene. A professional dancer and singer originally from Ghana, West Africa, his style include West and East African Traditional Dance, Acrobatics, Contemporary & Free Style dances as well as Martial Arts. SELECTED PERFORMERS PERFORMERS INDEX PERFORMERS INDEX & SELECTED BIOS 13 Ingredients (Serves 6 or more) 2 cups ground split peas/channa (or use split peas powder) 2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon saffron powder (or 2 teaspoon turmeric) 4 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon minced hot pepper 1 cup water 2 cups oil for frying Method 1.In a large mixing bowl combine ground split peas, garlic, saffron/turmeric, baking powder, flour, salt and hot pepper. 2.Mix a well in the center and add 1 cup of water. Combine, beating mixture vigorously until batter is of a dropping consistency. It may be necessary to add more water especially if using split peas powder. 3.When the oil is hot, drop by teaspoon into hot oil and deep fry until golden brown and well cooked. Turn frequently to ensure even cooking. You will notice that it will easily double in size as it cooks. Use long handle tongs to help avoid hot oil splatter. You are looking for a golden brown colour and the pholourie will start floating as in indication that the center is fully cooked. 4.Remove from the oil and place on absorbent paper. Serve warm with chutney or dip. Nutrition Facts: Serving size (13g), Calories per serving 260, Calories from fat 11 Source: http://bellyinhand.blogspot.ca CARIBBEAN FOOD – A LITTLE HISTORY The first known inhabitants of what we now describe as the Caribbean Islands were Carib and Arawak, and the Taino Indians - a sub-group of the Arawak people. Their daily diet consisted substantially of vegetables and fruit, with fishing as the primary source of protein. The Arawak/Taino grew cassava, corn (maize), squash, beans, peppers, sweet potatoes, yams, and peanuts. (The name Arawak is from “aru, the Lucayan word for cassava flour). The Taino Indians started to cook meats in large clay pots while the Arawak Indians were the first to slow-cook meats on a grate made of thin green wood strips. This grate was called a barbacoa – today we know it as a barbeque. The Carib Indians were the ones to introduce spices to their foods with hot pepper sauces, lemons and limes added to their meat and fish. They are said to have made the first pepper pot stew. CARIBBEAN RECIPES CARIBBEAN RECIPES PHOLOURIE RECIPE (from the Naparima Girl’s High School Cookbook) After Columbus’ arrival, the Caribbean became a crossroads for the world. Europeans brought African slaves into the region, and their source of food consisted mainly of whatever the slave owners did not want to eat so they had to be inventive. They blended their traditional African foods with the staples found on the island and produced such dishes we now know as souse, callaloo, fish cakes, ackee and saltfish, to name a few. The English soldiers that arrived on the island of Jamaica brought the technique if preserving meat over rocks in the hot sun. Both the African and English meat preservation methods were refined by the slaves in Jamaica and evolved into a slow cooking process that is now famously known as “jerk” cooking. Much of the Indian and Chinese influences in cooking styles were introduced when after slavery was abolished, the Europeans went to India and China to find replacement labourers. These new cooking styles introduced curry powder and curried dishes to the Caribbean and rice became a staple in home cooked island meals. Many new fruit trees and fruits were introduced to the Caribbean island by Spaniards who brought oranges, lemons and limes, date palms, figs, grapes and sugar cane to name a few. Product like ginger, tamarinds, and coconuts also were introduced and used in cooking by some of the new workers. With so many influences and blending of cooking techniques, it is no wonder that Caribbean cooking is so rich and creative when it has been crafted by the cultures and flavours of the world! If you can’t get to the Caribbean, check out these Caribbean cooking websites and try your hand at making some of these delicious meals in your own kitchen. Enjoy! 14 www.caribbeanpot.com www.berdina.tripod.com www.cookingwithria.com Adapted from www.travel2thecaribbean.com 15 By Rhea-Simone Auguste Ginger beer is surprisingly easy to make, requiring minimal effort. The most important part of the process is the ginger you choose to make ginger beer. Always pick ginger that is firm with smooth skin and a strong gingery scent. If the root is cracked or withering, leave it alone. It’s always best to use fresh ginger for ginger beer but if you have to buy it in advance, wrap it tight in napkins or paper towels and keep it refrigerated. Arlene’s Ginger Beer Recipe 4 large, fresh ginger roots Juice from 2 limes or 1 small lemon (1/4 cup of grapefruit juice if neither is available) 1 cup sugar (more if a sweeter taste is desired) 4 whole cloves and a small cinnamon stick. After the skin is scraped off, grate the ginger. If using the blender or a food processor, add liquid to get the ginger mashed properly. When grated, the ginger is more potent and gives off a flavourful pungent smell. It’s best to work with a glass jar because plastic affects the flavour of the drink. In a glass jar or bottle, put your grated ginger, water, cinnamon, lemon juice or lime juice and a few cloves – go easy with the cloves because they can change the flavour of the ginger beer from spicy to sour. Set the jar/bottle in the sun or in a warm area of your house for at least one hour. Leave longer for a stronger taste. The next step is to strain the ginger beer. A trick that works to give the clearest ginger beer is to put a good quality paper towel the bottom of your fine mesh strainer to take out any particles. When you’ve finished straining the ginger beer, add sugar to taste and if you want a really strong drink, put it back in the jar and put it in the sun for another hour or two. After that it should be refrigerated. Some people like the fermented taste, so if that’s the case, you can leave it out but use it within two days. All that’s left to do is pour the drink in a glass of ice, some like to add a dash of bitters. With or without bitters - sit back and enjoy! CARIB LAGER BEER OF THE CARIBBEAN. AVAILABLE AT ALL GOVERNMENT LIQUOR STORES. 16 ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS The Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of BC is widely acknowledged as the pioneering Caribbean cultural organization in British Columbia and is dedicated to cross-cultural understanding, acceptance and harmonious interaction between peoples of diverse nationalities and heritage. The Society was organized in 1987 and incorporated in 1990.TTCSBC has consistently sponsored cultural and social initiatives including annual academicand musical scholarships, bursaries, youth development workshops, seniors’ outings, cultural exhibitions, books to Libraries in the Lower Mainland, disaster aid, supplies to school and hospitals, and other beneficiaries. The Society hosts notable annual celebrations of Trinidad & Tobago’s traditions such as the pre-lent Carnival dance, T & T Independence anniversary celebrations, and Parang at Christmastime. Caribbean Days Festival stands out as the Society’s annual flagship event and over the years, has attracted patrons from across BC, North America and as far away as Europe. Membership is open to all nationalities reflecting the sentiment in our National Anthem “Here every creed and race finds an equal place”. To find out more about TTCSBC please visit www.ttcsbc.org JOIN THE SOCIETY CARIBBEAN RECIPES REFRESHING TASTE OF GINGER BEER TTCS OF BC BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2012-13 President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Director Director Director Director Director Past President Florence Ali Finderson Alves Irma Mohammed Shirley Cumberbatch Arnold Cambridge Ingrid Selman Maureen Simon Patts Julien Yvonne Taffe Manchan Sonachansingh Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society of British Columbia Suite #635, 4974 Kingsway Avenue, Burnaby, BC, V5H 4M9 Phone: 604-515-2400 Fax: 604-434-9334 [email protected] / www.ttcsbc.org / www.caribbeandays.ca 17 THE CARIBBEAN DAYS FESTIVAL TEAM Caribbean Days Festival would not be possible without the hard work by a team of devoted and dedicated volunteers who generously give up valuable time with their families as they strive to produce a festival that will delight, entertain, educate and foster our diverse traditions. Their sole reward is the broad smiles and joyful expressions of patrons as they embrace the warmth of our culture. Although it is not possible to mention all the immeasurable contributions from a vast number of individuals, we are sincerely grateful to everyone including all our Sponsors, Suppliers, Volunteers and Vendors who help to make this festival an ongoing success. CDF2014 Planning Committee: Victor Bryan Rudy Marshall Kenrick Headley Carl Nicholas Darrell Emmanuel Irma Mohammed Yvonne Taffe CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR For more details, see the full events calendar at WWW. TTCSBC.ORG CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR For more details, see the full events calendar at www.ttcsbc.org August 2014 3rd 4th 9th 17th 17th Jamaican Canadian Cultural Association Sports Day – Surrey TTCS Volunteer Picnic – Ryall Park, Riverview Park, Vancouver Jamaican Cdn Cultural Assn Independence Gala – Executive Hotel, Coquitlam Barbados Cultural Association Family Picnic – Foreshore Park, Burnaby Multi-Caribbean Organizations Family Picnic – Foreshore Park, Burnaby September 2014 Committee Chairperson Committee Co-chairperson CDF2014 Department & Activities Leaders include: Nigel Headley, Vikera Hunte, Flora Ali, Krishna Ramjagsingh, Ingrid Selman, Sabrena Hawthorne, Ron Rogers, Carl Beach, Paul DeAbreau, Shirley Cumberbatch and Marilyn Perrin. Parade Announcers: Earl Douglas & Heather Cross 6th & 7th Guyanese Canadian Association Annual Bus Trip to Seattle 13th Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Independence Gala – Executive Hotel, Burnaby October 2014 4th 18th 25th 26st Grenada Cultural Association – Fall Tea & Fashion Show – Cameron Centre, Burnaby Guyanese Canadian Association – Wine & Beer Dinner Grenada Cultural Association – Halloween Social (Pelau Party) Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society – Fall Lime: Fundraiser Brunch – CAW Hall, New Westminster November 2014 2nd 15th 22nd 29th Antigua/Barbuda Association Independence Church Service Antigua/Barbuda Association Independence Banquet Barbados Cultural Association Independence Banquet Canadian/Jamaican Medical Assistance Society – Fall Fundraising Dinner December 2014 VOLUNTEERS The Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of British Columbia expresses its sincere thanks to all our volunteers whose dedicated efforts and generous commitment of their time over the years have helped to build and sustain the legacy of Caribbean Days Festival in North Vancouver. Without your energy and dedication an event of this scope would not be possible. Thank You! JOIN THE TEAM TTCSBC greatly appreciate the participation of all the people and communities whose presence contributes to the perennial success of the Caribbean Days Festival in North Vancouver. Thank You for your support. If you have been enjoying Caribbean Days and feel that you could be of assistance to this event, now is the time to act. Join us and help bring the Festival to even greater heights in the years to come. Visit www.caribbeandays.ca/join 18 6th 7th 13th 14th 14th 14th Jamaican Canadian Cultural Association Children’s Christmas Party United Children’s Christmas Club Children’s Christmas Party – Bonsor Community Centre, Burnaby Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Adult Christmas Dinner – South Arm Community Hall, Richmond Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Children’s Christmas Party – CAW Hall, New Westminster Antigua/Barbuda Association Members’ Christmas Brunch Guyanese Canadian Association Christmas Brunch CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS January 2015 31st Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Pre-Carnival Dance – Queensborough Community Centre, New Westminster February 2015 7th Grenadian Cultural Association 41st Independence Gala – Executive Hotel, Coquitlam 19 Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of BC Independence Celebration Banquet 13 September 2014 Executive Hotel, Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby Adult Christmas Party 13 December 2014 South Arm Community Hall, Richmond Children’s Christmas Party 14 December 2014 CAW Hall, 12th Street, New Westminster 2015 EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS Pre-Carnival Dance – 31 January 2015 Summer Boat Cruise – 19 July 2015 Caribbean Days Festival 2015 25 & 26 July 2015 Festival Night Dance 25 July 2015 www.ttcsbc.org … [email protected]