The Charlotte Amalie High School (CAHS) administration invites parents to attend the 9th Grade Success Academy Parent Meeting. It will focus on parents’ access to Power School and students’ progress, and it will offer an overview of grade-level requirements. Parents will also have the opportunity to speak with teachers, and are asked to review their […]
The Board of Elections will conduct testing of the ExpressVote and DS200 Voting Machines that will be utilized during the General Election. Members of the public and media are invited to witness the process. The General Election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 6. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.
Viya will host the next St. Thomas-St. John Chamber of Commerce's Business After Hours. Viya is working hard to stimulate the growth of businesses and government agencies of all sizes through best-in-class technology, communications readiness and improved service delivery. Attendees will get a sneak-peak at Viya’s cloud-powered solutions designed to bring customers an enhanced digital […]
The League of Women Voters is hosting Lieutenant Governor/ Gubernatorial Debates. They will air on WTJX Channels 12/90 at 7 p.m. They will be simulcast on WTJX-FM 93.1, on www.wtjx.org and on WTJX's Facebook Page. Tonight is a debate for lieutenant governor candidates.
The Government Employees Retirement System (GERS) Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting today. Via videoconference between GERS Complex, 3rd floor, 3438 Kronprindsens Gade, St. Thomas and GERS Boardroom, 3004 Orange Grove, St. Croix
International Capital and Management Company’s (ICMC) popular ‘Jazz in the Park’ event will welcome to the stage The Caribbean Project. Featured performers are Louis Taylor and Lorna Freeman. Also featured will be Donald B and Friends. Local artisans and small businesses will be part of the event: the traditional Vendor’s Row will offer a variety […]
The League of Women Voters is hosting Lieutenant Governor/ Gubernatorial Debates. They will air on WTJX Channels 12/90 at 7 p.m. They will be simulcast on WTJX-FM 93.1, on www.wtjx.org and on WTJX's Facebook Page. Tonight will be a debate of gubernatorial candidates.
Putting People to Work is a territory-wide job fair brought supported by a private-public collaborative to present meaningful opportunities to network, learn and connect job-seekers with employers across various industries looking to fill their vacancies. There will be onsite interviewing, live presentations and pre-event workshops to help people get ready for the big day. There […]
The Coral Bay Community Council (CBCC) is celebrating its 15th anniversary at its annual meeting and potluck dinner. Social Hour will begin at 4:30; dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m.; the event will conclude with a short business meeting at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome, whether a member or not. People are asked to […]
The Rotary Club of St. John invites its friends and members to its next regular meeting. The guest speaker will be Tonia Lovejoy, who is with the Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park. Come learn about the latest plans for the Friends. The cost is $20 each to cover the cost of lunch.
Diamonds International will host the next St. Thomas-St. John Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. There will be complimentary hors d'oeuvres, the Famous Chamber $3 Bar, a 50/50 raffle and music by Ezrikah Aska and Brian Hodge. Attendees will be able to enter for a chance to win jewelry prizes.
Virgin Islands Council on the Arts (VICA) will hold an opening reception for an exhibit of Herman E. Wallace’s Double Bell Euphonium (bombadeen). The instrument will be on display at the Virgin Islands Council on the Arts office from Nov. 9-21.
There will be a special meeting of the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC). It will be held via teleconference between the Public Services Commission Conference Room, 1003 Estate Ross, Suite 4, Barbel Plaza, St. Thomas, and the Port Authority Conference Room at Henry Rohlsen Airport on St. Croix.
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to consider the following lease agreements and bill: BLOCK I Lease Agreement between the Government of the Virgin Islands, acting through its Commissioner of Property and Procurement, and Marco St. Croix Inc. for the premises described as: Plot No. 4BA Estate Blessing, King Quarter, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin […]
The Board of Elections of the Virgin Islands will convene via video conference between: Elections System of the Virgin Islands at Sunny Isle Annex Unit 4, 93A on St. Croix and Elections System of the Virgin Islands at Lockhart Gardens Shopping Center (above Banco Popular) on St. Thomas
Mango Tango Art Gallery will hold an opening reception for the new Baldwin -- Dahlke Exhibition. The show includes giclee on canvas prints by three artists: photographers Dean and John Baldwin and painter Don Dahlke, as well as his originals on canvas. Gallery-goers can meet the photographers at the rum punch reception. Guitar virtuoso John […]
The opportunity to see approximately 60 yachts ranging from multihulls to 90-plus foot motor yachts and to be seen by top brokers from the Caribbean, United States and Europe, makes the USVI Charter Yacht Show a ‘must do’ for international yacht charter professionals. Set for Nov. 10-13 and organized for the second year in a […]
The Governing Board of the V.I. Water and Power Authority (WAPA) has scheduled an emergency board meeting. All members are asked to attend this important meeting.
Because of the uncertain weather and potentially dangerous road conditions on Nov. 8, The Forum postponed tonight's opera until today. (Please note the unusual night to avoid conflict with the Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at the Reformed Church). The Forum presents a Met Opera Live Screening this evening. The Court Yard will be open from 6 […]
Pistarckle Theater in Tillett Gardens will stage the classic dark three-act comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace,” the second play of its 2018-19 season. The setting is Brooklyn 1941 in an old house next to a cemetery. According to director Frank Bartolucci, "The play is about two sweet ladies who are poisoning elderly men as their […]
Early Voting for the 2018 Run-Off Election is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 17, and Sunday, Nov. 18. Supervisor of Elections Caroline F. Fawkes advises that Sample Ballots can be obtained at the Elections Systems offices or online at the website.
AgFair is set for Nov. 17 and 18. This year's theme is “Strengthening Bonds, Building Bridges for a Better Farming Community." Fruits and vegetables, nursery plants, fruit trees, vegetable seedlings, local arts and crafts, prepared food and much more will be on sale. This year's theme is “Strengthening Bonds, Building Bridges for a Better Farming […]
The Forum will present an evening of culinary exploration and direct experience with natural food sources. There will be a screening of filmmaker Thibaut Fagonde’s documentary “Overalls & Aprons,” along with a presentation of home-grown foods and products featuring native islanders Chef Digby and Chef BJ. The Court Yard will be open at 7 p.m. […]
Pistarckle Theater in Tillett Gardens will stage the classic dark three-act comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace,” the second play of its 2018-19 season. The setting is Brooklyn 1941 in an old house next to a cemetery. According to director Frank Bartolucci, "The play is about two sweet ladies who are poisoning elderly men as their […]
Early Voting for the 2018 Run-Off Election is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 17, and Sunday, Nov. 18. Early Voting on St. John will be held on the above dates from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Supervisor of Elections Caroline F. Fawkes advises that Sample Ballots can be obtained at the Elections Systems offices or online […]
AgFair is set for Nov. 17 and 18. This year's theme is “Strengthening Bonds, Building Bridges for a Better Farming Community." Fruits and vegetables, nursery plants, fruit trees, vegetable seedlings, local arts and crafts, prepared food and much more will be on sale. This year's theme is “Strengthening Bonds, Building Bridges for a Better Farming […]
The island community of St. John will be out again in force this year to support the Team River Runner's 2018 Wounded Veterans program fundraiser. The St. John Chaos Kayak fundraiser now has ramped up to 40 teams. All of the proceeds are used to bring down wounded veterans to the island each November for […]
The St. Thomas-St. John Chamber of Commerce and the V.I. Department of Tourism have announced Miracle on Main Street and the Lighted Boat Parade 2018. As the premier holiday event in the Downtown Historic District, the public can plan on the streets to be lighted and beautiful. Plan to come out and enjoy the entire […]
The Viya Turkey Bowl on St. Thomas, will again serve as a venue for wholesome entertainment and provide an opportunity to showcase talented, young local athletes. This year’s celebration will feature three big games: the Elementary All-Star Game, the Junior Varsity All-Star Game and the Varsity Football Game. Kick-off is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Admission […]
The Rotary Club of St. John will host the second annual “Thanksgiving in the Park.” In collaboration with the St. John Community Foundation, the STJ Angels’ Long-term Recovery Team and other local supporters, it is a Thanksgiving Day feast served to the St. John community in celebration of coming together and supporting one another in […]
The 34th annual educational tour and commemorative pilgrimage to the sites of the 1733 Enslaved African Revolution on St. John will be held on the island. The ferry will leave Red Hook at 9 a.m. sharp. After libations are given at the seashore in Cruz Bay, the tour participants will board transportation and visit various […]
Mongoose Junction, St. John’s premiere shopping and dining venue, will kick off the holiday season with its annual ‘Evening in the Courtyard.’ Locals and visitors are welcome to take advantage of specials, sales and a raffle with three prizes: a $500 shopping spree and two $250 shopping sprees. Each purchase at a Mongoose shop or […]
The New Herrnhut Moravian Church will hold a concert highlighting Herman E. Wallace's Double Bell Euphonium. by Dr. Gail Robertson, professor of lower brass, of the University of Central Arkansas. The concert will feature Gail Roberson (professor of lower brass at University of Central Arkansas), euphonist; Dr. Nicholas Towns, accompanist; and The New Herrnhut Trombone […]
Pistarckle Theater in Tillett Gardens will stage the classic dark three-act comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace,” the second play of its 2018-19 season. The setting is Brooklyn 1941 in an old house next to a cemetery. According to director Frank Bartolucci, "The play is about two sweet ladies who are poisoning elderly men as their […]
Pistarckle Theater in Tillett Gardens will stage the classic dark three-act comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace,” the second play of its 2018-19 season. The setting is Brooklyn 1941 in an old house next to a cemetery. According to director Frank Bartolucci, "The play is about two sweet ladies who are poisoning elderly men as their […]
This year, in celebration of friendship and good music, a group of jazz musicians that played together regularly from 2000 to 2009 will reunite for one night only on St. John, and everyone is invited. Steve Simon and the Jazz Islanders will perform in a benefit concert for the St. John School of the Arts. […]
Pistarckle Theater in Tillett Gardens will stage the classic dark three-act comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace,” the second play of its 2018-19 season. The setting is Brooklyn 1941 in an old house next to a cemetery. According to director Frank Bartolucci, "The play is about two sweet ladies who are poisoning elderly men as their […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony on the following bill: Bill No. 32-0135 – An Act amending Title 19, Virgin Islands Code, to add a chapter 34 establishing ‘The Virgin Islands Medical Cannabis Patient Care Act’ as it relates to the medial use and regulation of cannabis, the regulation of medical […]
There will be a special meeting of the Public Services Commission (PSC) in the PSC Conference Room via teleconference between PSC Conference Room, No. 1003 Estate Ross, Suite 4, Barbel Plaza, St. Thomas, and the Port Authority Conference Room at Rohlsen Airport on St. Croix. This meeting is a continuance of the special meeting held […]
The Virgin Islands Port Authority's Board of Governors meeting has been postponed until further notice. It will conduct its regularly scheduled monthly board meeting. To purchase a meeting agenda booklet that includes supporting documentation for each agenda item, contact Julice Harley. The cost of an agenda booklet is $15.
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to consider the following bills: BLOCK I 10 a.m. Bill No. 32-0327 – An Act benefitting especially senior citizens of the Virgin Islands amending Title 15, V.I.C., chapter 13, and adding chapter 60; and amending Title 28 to enact the Uniform Non-Probate Transfer Act, the Uniform Transfer Death […]
The Virgin Islands Department of Education’s State Office of Special Education (SOSE) invites parents and guardians of students with special needs to its Transition Parent Conference, themed, “Supporting Students’ Success from High School to Careers.” The conference will assist parents and guardians with understanding how the Virgin Islands uses the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act […]
Pistarckle Theater in Tillett Gardens will stage the classic dark three-act comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace,” the second play of its 2018-19 season. The setting is Brooklyn 1941 in an old house next to a cemetery. According to director Frank Bartolucci, "The play is about two sweet ladies who are poisoning elderly men as their […]
Pistarckle Theater in Tillett Gardens will stage the classic dark three-act comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace,” the second play of its 2018-19 season. The setting is Brooklyn 1941 in an old house next to a cemetery. According to director Frank Bartolucci, "The play is about two sweet ladies who are poisoning elderly men as their […]
Pistarckle Theater will hold auditions for “Evita,” the rock opera/musical about Eva Peron, the Argentine leader who inspired a nation to take back the country from the plutocrats. The show, originally scheduled for October 2018, has been rescheduled for February 2019. All actors previously cast in roles will have first right of refusal for their […]
Runners and walkers are invited to join the St. John Ten Bay 10K Road Race. The race will feature a challenging and scenic course within the Virgin Islands National Park along the North Shore Road. Beginning at the National Park Visitor Center, the course traverses the north shore of St. John for 10 kilometers (6.2 […]
Pistarckle Theater will hold auditions for “Evita,” the rock opera/musical about Eva Peron, the Argentine leader who inspired a nation to take back the country from the plutocrats. The show, originally scheduled for October 2018, has been rescheduled for February 2019. All actors previously cast in roles will have first right of refusal for their […]