Topic: Culture, Festival and Fairs | Posted By: lstevens
Tuesday, 23 July 2019 - 4:59pm
Mister Speaker, I thank you for the opportunity to update the people of the Virgin Islands on the plans for our emancipation festival activities, which are progressing well.
Ladies and gentlemen, it is my understanding that we are here to celebrate our transition from being a presidency of the Leeward Islands Federation to a standalone colony, later changed to territory, of the United Kingdom. I would like to broaden the context for the discussion today and how we understand “Territory Day.” It is my contention that this day should celebrate our long walk to freedom, from enslaved people to our present status, and we should use this opportunity to discuss our future.
Ladies and gentlemen, it is my understanding that we are here to celebrate our transition from being a presidency of the Leeward Islands Federation to a standalone colony, later changed to territory, of the United Kingdom. I would like to broaden the context for the discussion today and how we understand “Territory Day.” It is my contention that this day should celebrate our long walk to freedom, from enslaved people to our present status, and we should use this opportunity to discuss our future.
Six past legislators will be honoured and their contributions toward the Virgin Islands legislative history highlighted when the Territory observes its annual Territory Day On July 1.
The public is invited to the book launch ceremony of the novel “Irma Brings Love” by local author, Maureen A. Peters at the Upper Room Victory Church on Tuesday, June 25 at 5:00 p.m.
Embracing his role as the new Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture, Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley reflected on the work done during the first 100 days in office.
On Thursday, May 30 at 1:30 p.m. over 70 people came together for a relaxed afternoon watching scenes from Shakespeare, listening to music and enjoying refreshments to raise money to help restore Old Government House Museum. A total of $2000 was raised - all donated to help renovate Old Government House and gardens.
Children who are suffering from Asthma and their parents can now benefit from the information and advice available in the recently launched colouring book on the disease.
