Pistarckle Theater will present world class jazz vocalist, songwriter and recording artist Jacqui Naylor, who will be joined by Art Khu on piano. Khu is a multi-instrumentalist, arranger and composer. The duo will give a short concert followed by a Q&A session and a Master Class. All are welcome. Those who wish to participate in […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to review a lease agreement between the Department of Property and Procurement and Victor Sydney; receive follow up testimony on timely payments of contractors and subcontractors as part of the Emergency Roof Repair Program; and receive testimony on Bill No. 33-0021 and Bill No. 33-0033. BLOCK I 9 […]
Postal officials will hold a ribbon cutting to commemorate the restoration of full service to the Charlotte Amalie Post Office, the Aubrey C. Ottley P.O., which was, along with other U.S.V.I. post offices, greatly impacted during hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017. The ceremony at Aubrey C. Ottley United States Post Office,
The African Methodist Episcopalian (A.M.E.) Churches invite the community to the 99th Virgin Islands Annual Conference at St. Luke A.M.E. Church on St. Croix. Bishop E. Anne Henning Byfield will officiate. Events and services will be held at the following times and dates: Wednesday, April 3, at 7 p.m. — “Night in White” (annual missionary […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive updates from the following departments: 10 a.m. to noon Gary Molloy, commissioner nominee, Department of Labor Noon to 12:30 p.m. – LUNCH 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Racquel Berry-Benjamin, commissioner nominee, Department of Education
In honor of National Vietnam Veterans Day, the Virgin Islands Office of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Office of the Governor are teaming up to celebrate the territories’ Vietnam veterans. All of the territory's Vietnam veterans (in-country veterans or era veterans) are invited to a joint celebration hosted by Gov. Albert Bryan and Director Patrick […]
The Caribbean Fishery Management Council has scheduled public hearings for April 3 and April 4 on a major plan to change fishery management in the U.S. Caribbean. The proposal will affect everyone who eats seafood and/or makes a living in this industry. It will allow fishery managers to tailor fish rules to each island and […]
The Virgin Islands Port Authority's Board of Governors will conduct its scheduled monthly board meeting. To purchase a meeting agenda booklet that includes supporting documentation for each agenda item, contact Julice Holder. The cost of an agenda booklet is $15.
The University of the Virgin Islands invites the public to the 8th Annual Research Day. The event provides UVI students, faculty and staff the opportunity to showcase their research, which highlights diverse topics that impact the community. The posters featured on Research Day come from the various schools, colleges and centers at UVI, which include […]
The V.I. Government Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation Board of Director’s will hold a special territorial board meeting via conference call between the VICC Conference Room 5, top floor, at JFL Hospital on St. Croix and OMB Conference Room on St. Thomas.
If you're a songwriter who has always wanted to get your music out to the world, it's time to get your songs ready for an upcoming Christian Songwriters Workshop led by Babbie Mason, two-time Dove Award winner, Grammy and Stellar Award nominee. V.I. Christian Ministries, in conjunction with Babbie Mason, will present the "Inner Circle […]
The Legal Services of the Virgin Islands Inc. Board of Trustees will hold its annual board meeting. The public is invited to attend.
My Brother’s Workshop (MBW) will host its annual fundraising event, "Mystery Under the Big Top," which is a night of sleuthing and fun, at the Montessori School. It is a play that includes the audience as participants. Guests can dress up and take part in the evening’s mystery, but they can also just come and […]
Charlotte Amalie High School (CAHS) will host the Miss Charlotte Amalie Pageant. The public is encouraged to attend and share in the display of talent and culture. Contestant No. 1 is La’Monee’ Morris; Contestant No. 2 is Kimoiya Douglas; Contestant No. 3 is Nica Mercado. Tickets are $20 and available for purchase in the CAHS […]
Jazz composer and singer Jacqui Naylor, Art Khu on piano and Ken Pendergast on bass will perform. It will be held at the home of Alex Randall, which is a 5-minute walk from Water Island Ferry. (www.water-island.com) This will be a 90-minute live concert of jazz standards, covers and original music. Tickets for the Water […]
Elena Urioste and Michael Brown will perform. The Court Yard will be open from 7 p.m. with small meals and desserts from Amalia Café. Program Amy Beach: Romance for violin and piano, Op. 23 W.A. Mozart: Sonata No. 35 in A Major, K. 526 Intermission: Michael Brown: “Echoes of Byzantium” R. Strauss: Violin Sonata in […]
The St. John Historical Society (SJHS) will celebrate 45 years and four of its longstanding board members with a cocktail sip. There will be hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, music, a silent auction and a raffle. Dress is island fancy. Tickets are $45 and can be purchased in advance at Connections or from Historical Society […]
This year’s theme for the VI Literary Festival and Book Fair is ‘Musings and Metaphors: Revolution, Evolution and Devolution (READ).’ The festival will run from April 10-13. Mistress of Ceremonies Yvette McMahon, Arnold, State Director of Curriculum; Remarks: District Superintendent of Schools Opening Performance: Tenor Pan Soloist Kevin Williams Introduction of Speaker: Kerra Samuel, State […]
This year’s theme for the VI Literary Festival and Book Fair is ‘Musings and Metaphors: Revolution, Evolution and Devolution (READ).’ The festival will run from April 10-13. Registration Author Cavalcade Into Schools and Public Institutions: “Identity and Literature” A team of authors and speakers take a literary journey into public schools as well as the […]
The Governing Board of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority will hold an emergency meeting.
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. will honor media icon and nationally syndicated radio host Tom Joyner by proclaiming today as “Tom Joyner Day” in the territory. The governor is scheduled to honor Joyner during a welcome back event for Joyner’s Fantastic Voyage Cruise. The Tom Joyner Foundation supports HBCUs through scholarships, endowments and capacity-building enhancements. It has […]
This year’s theme for the VI Literary Festival and Book Fair is ‘Musings and Metaphors: Revolution, Evolution and Devolution (READ).’ The festival will run from April 10-13. REGISTRATION at Venue: UVI Albert A. Sheen Campus Great Hall PLENARY SESSION : Mistress of Ceremony: Kimarie Engerman, Ph.D., Dean of College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences […]
The Virgin Islands Board of Elections will conduct a meeting to certify the March 30, 2019, Special Election.
This year’s theme for the VI Literary Festival and Book Fair is ‘Musings and Metaphors: Revolution, Evolution and Devolution (READ).’ The festival will run from April 10-13. Bush Tea Morning Social Crucian Breakfast Bush Tea Morning Lecture: PLENARY The Children’s Corner---Coordinator: The Children’s Museum of St. Croix (concurrent) Auntie Janice’s Children’s Corner BROWN BAG LUNCH […]
The Virgin Islands Board of Education (VIBE) will convene a regular board meeting. The board may go into executive session at any time during the meeting to discuss certain matters as permitted or required by Virgin Islands law.
The University of the Virgin Islands, Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR), Virgin Islands Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (VI-EPSCoR), Virgin Islands Marine Advisory Service (VIMAS) and other partners will take part in the second annual Great Mangrove Cleanup to be held at VI-EcoTours. This large-scale effort is essential for removing tangled debris […]
Join Word of Faith at the Caribbean Cinema Market Square for a private screening of the movie "Breakthrough - All things are Possible.” “Breakthrough" tells the miraculous real-life account of Joyce and John Smith, a mother and son who rely on the power of prayer and the Holy Spirit during one of life's most tragic […]
The St. John Recovery Choir, under the direction of Kristen Carmichael-Bowers, will present “Songs of Resilience.” Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. The program includes gospel, soul, reggae and music from the South African choral tradition. Singer/ guitarist Haile Israel and percussionist Christopher Hale will accompany the choir. Formed after hurricanes Irma […]
The St. John Recovery Choir, under the direction of Kristen Carmichael-Bowers, will present “Songs of Resilience.” Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. The program includes gospel, soul, reggae and music from the South African choral tradition. Singer/ guitarist Haile Israel and percussionist Christopher Hale will accompany the choir. Formed after hurricanes Irma […]
The St. Thomas - St. John Federation of Teachers Local No. 1825 announces its 40th Annual V.I. Academic Quiz Bowl. It will feature students from All Saints Cathedral High School, Antilles School and Ivanna Eudora Kean High School. The community is encouraged to attend.
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony from the Department of Public Works to receive updates on the operations and responsibilities of the department including but not limited to: 1. The status of hurricane-related road and infrastructure repair and reconstruction 2. The status of GARVEE Bond-funded capital improvement projects 3. The status […]
The V.I. Public Services Commission will hold a special meeting today. It will be teleconferenced between the PSC Conference Room, 1003 Estate Ross, Suite 4, Barbel Plaza, St. Thomas, and the V.I. Board of Educations’ Office, 6 King Street Christiansted, St. Croix.
The National Association of African Americans in Human Resources – USVI Chapter (NAAAHR-USVI) will hold an induction ceremony. This is the first organization of its kind in the Virgin Islands. Its purpose is to provide a forum for Virgin Islands HR professionals and affiliate members who share the ideals and best practices of the human […]
The V.I. Government Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation Board of Directors will hold a special territorial board meeting via conference call. the call will be centered at VICC Conference Room 5, top floor at JFL Hospital, St. Croix.
Rotary Club of St. John will hold its regular meeting. The guest speaker will be Senator Hodge. Food and drink arrangements: Bajo El Sol will have a special menu for the meeting; attendees can order upon arrival.
First Lady of the Virgin Islands Yolanda C. Bryan is inviting children of the Virgin Islands to enjoy “Easter Jamboree” events throughout the territory. Bryan’s team of volunteers have planned activities including Easter egg hunts, storytelling, face painting, games, entertainment and photo opportunities for the youngsters with the First Lady and the Easter Bunny. Children […]
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and Pure Balance is teaming up with Family Resource Center for an indoor cycling ride to raise money to end domestic violence and sexual assault. A portion of the proceeds from the class will be donated to FRC. The cost of the class is $20. Space is limited, so […]
G-Clef Music Academy’s Partners for Strings Orchestra Fundraiser will be held this evening. The school is raising funds to purchase string instruments to fully equip the V.I. Youth String Orchestra. The event will feature classical and inspirational performances by students, ages 15 and younger. There will be hors d’oeuvres. The fundraising donation is $250 per […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive information from Chairman Sen. Stedmann Hodge Jr, who recently attended the National School Board Association Conference. Discussion will include educational reforms taking place across the nation and how some of these reforms can be beneficial to the territory.
Agenda: BLOCK I ….9-11 a.m. Douglas A. Brady, re-appointment of Judge Superior Court of the Virgin Islands, District of St. Croix BLOCK II … 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jennifer C. O’Neal, director nominee, Office of Management and Budget LUNCH… 1-2 p.m. BLOCK III…2-4 p.m. Kathleen Mackay, re-appointment of Judge to Superior Court of the […]
The Virgin Islands Housing Authority (VIHA) Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting.
Agenda: BLOCK I… 9-11 a.m. Wynnie Testamark, director nominee, Bureau of Corrections BLOCK II…11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Joss Springette, chief negotiator nominee, Office of Collective Bargaining LUNCH… 1-2 p.m. BLOCK III…2-4 p.m. Bill No. 33-0014 – An Act amending Section 13 of Act No. 7261 to increase the annual appropriation from the Internal Revenue […]
Each year, Virgin Islands residents take part in the annual Reef Fest event to become more aware of natural resources and ways people can protect them. Considering recent legislation to ban plastic bags, DPNR’s Division of Coastal Zone Management team continues to promote the reduction of household waste for a healthier environment. At Reef Fest, families […]
The Virgin Islands Marine Advisory Service (VIMAS) and partners extend an invitation to the Virgin Islands community to be a part of Reef Fest 2019. Come out and learn about ways in which you can help maintain the vitality of our U.S. Virgin Islands ecosystems both marine and terrestrial. There will be live musical entertainment, […]
Agenda: BLOCK I: 9 a.m. to Noon Bill No. 33-0006 – An Act amendment Title 20, part II, chapter 37, subchapter II, section 407 relating to taxi medallions to prohibit veterans who obtain taxi medallions at auctions from selling the medallion to a person who is not a veteran (Proposed by Sen. Dwayne M. DeGraff) […]
The Governing Board of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA) will hold its monthly meeting.
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive an overall status update on the VI Horse Racing Commission as well as a progress report to include, but not limited to, any agreements that may have an impact on the horse racing sport.