There will be a formal video conference meeting of the Virgin Islands Transfer Centennial Commission. Members on St. Croix will meet at the Arthur Able Complex on Prince Street, Frederiksted. St. Thomas-St. John members will convene in the Department of Tourism's conference room at 74B-75 Kondprindsens Gade, which is behind the old USO building on […]
A regular meeting of the Government Employees’ Retirement System (GERS) Board of Trustees will be transmitted via video conference. The broadcast will occur between the St. Croix GERS boardroom, located at 3004 Orange Grove and the St. Thomas GERS third floor conference room, located at 3438 Kronprindsens Gade.
A regular meeting of the Government Employees’ Retirement System (GERS) Board of Trustees will be transmitted via video conference. The broadcast will occur between the St. Croix GERS boardroom, located at 3004 Orange Grove and the St. Thomas GERS third floor conference room, located at 3438 Kronprindsens Gade.
Cancer Support VI (CSVI), sponsored by International Capital & Management Company, has announced its next free presentation by Sharon Day, nutritionist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) in Goodyear, Ariz. She will speak on elimination diets, the benefits and how to prepare the meals.
The Virgin Islands National Guard (VING) will conduct two symposiums throughout the territory to share information on careers for military officers. It is open to anyone interested in information on becoming a military officer. The symposium will cover basic branch officer information including the Reserved Officer Training Corp (ROTC) and Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP). In […]
The African Diaspora Youth Development Foundation Inc. will memorialize Geraldo Guirty. It will be a Centennial Transfer event, and Guirty’s friend and fellow historian Senate President Myron Jackson will be the guest speaker. Jahweh David, poet and multi-media artist, will also be featured. Guirty, an author and journalist, was present at the Transfer of the […]
In celebration of the U.S. Virgin Islands Centennial, the Carabana Ensemble Theater Company will present a two-character play entitled “Dear Anna/Dear Peter.” The play explores the legendary 20-year relationship between Anna Heegard, a "free colored" woman, and Peter von Scholten, governor general of the Danish Virgin Islands. Tickets cost $15 for adults, $10 for seniors […]
Teams will compete at G-Clef Music Academy's Family Fun Day, set for 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is free. The community is invited to come see the first ever Zorb Ball Soccer match; participants will enjoy youth performances, games, great food on sale, and can learn more about G-Clef's 2017 Summer Music Camp. Plan […]
The University of the Virgin Islands Board of Trustees will meet. Items requiring the board’s action include a presentation on a preliminary proposal for the relocation of the site for the Multi-Purpose Center. The trustees will also receive a presentation from the Governance Committee for an amendment to UVI Bylaws.
The University of the Virgin Islands Board of Trustees will meet. Items requiring the board’s action include a presentation on a preliminary proposal for the relocation of the site for the Multi-Purpose Center. The trustees will also receive a presentation from the Governance Committee for an amendment to UVI Bylaws.
G-Clef Music Academy, a Virgin Islands non-profit organization, has postponed its fundraising event originally planned for today.
Fashionistas, trendsetters, people watchers and everyone who enjoys dressing up for a good cause will not want to miss the 11th Annual Cancer Support VI (CSVI) fundraiser. This year’s gala, themed “Manus x Machina, Fashion in the Age of Technology,” will emulate the Met Gala in New York City, considered to be the fashion industry’s […]
In celebration of the U.S. Virgin Islands Centennial, the Carabana Ensemble Theater Company will present a two-character play entitled “Dear Anna/Dear Peter.” The play explores the legendary 20-year relationship between Anna Heegard, a “free colored” woman, and Peter von Scholten, governor general of the Danish Virgin Islands. Tickets cost $15 for adults, $10 for seniors […]
Evangelist Freddy Clark and V.I. Christian Ministries presents: “Power and Demonstration of the Apostolic Anointing of God.” Come experience the prophetic, the healing and the miracles. Services are set for both 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. today.
The V.I. Department of Human Services (DHS) Head Start Program will hold a workshop on how to budget for everyday living, the purpose of which is to help people to get close to owning their own home. DHS has allied with the Virgin Islands Housing Authority (VIHA) and the Virgin Islands Department of Health (VIDOH) […]
The V.I. Government Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation Board of Directors will hold a special territorial board meeting. All board meetings are open to the public. It will be held via teleconference call between the Schneider Regional Medical Center Board Conference Room and the Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital – CMO Conference Room, 3rd floor […]
The Board of Directors of the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) will hold its next regular monthly meeting that will be held via videoconferencing. The purpose is to discuss administrative business and operational projects.
NAMI-St. Thomas will hold its monthly Family to Family support group meeting. There will be a guest speaker.
Evangelist Freddy Clark and V.I. Christian Ministries presents: “Power and Demonstration of the Apostolic Anointing of God.” Come experience the prophetic, the healings and the miracles.
Evangelist Freddy Clark and V.I. Christian Ministries presents: “Power and Demonstration of the Apostolic Anointing of God.” Come experience the prophesies, the healings and the miracles.
The Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) will convene a special meeting. The meeting will be simultaneously video-conferenced to the PSC St. Croix office located in Sunny Isle Shopping Center, St. Croix.
The V.I. Carnival Committee (VICC) is requesting that all troupes and bands planning to participate in the V.I. Carnival 2017 J’ouvert attend a meeting. For additional information about the meeting for those troupes and bands who plan to participate in J’ouvert, call the V.I. Carnival Committee office.
Committee on Veterans Affairs, Energy and Environmental Protection Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony on the following: Water and Power Authority Update -- Proposed base rate increase Status of smart meter residential installation Smart meter reading practices Update on Propane Project Hospital and Waste Management Debt to Water and Power Authority […]
The Governing Board of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority has scheduled a special board meeting.
Magens Bay Authority will have a public meeting to continue discussions on its plans to develop a new concession building. Plans will be available for review.
The Division of Coastal Zone Management (CZM) will launch “Science Saturdays,” a monthly outreach activity starting today. CZM will be partnering with American Yacht Harbor and Lattés in Paradise to introduce science to young people through monthly- themed outreach activities. These monthly activities will be part of a collaboration with Virgin Islands Marine Advisory Services and […]
The Virgin Islands Council on the Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation organizes Poetry Out Loud (POL). The poetry recitation event encourages high school students to learn about great poetry through memorization, performance and competition. Poetry Out Loud is a national competition, and the Territorial Finals are […]
All interested persons are hereby notified that in accordance with the law, the decision meeting that was held by the Virgin Islands Economic Development Commission (VIEDC) on Thursday, March 9, will be continued this morning. Actions to be taken consistent with the agenda of the March 9 meeting are application matters on Air Ambulance Caribbean […]
The St. Thomas-St. John District Board of Elections will conduct a meeting. As part of an ongoing effort to reach out to the voting public and as mandated by law, the members of the Board of Elections will meet and have election related discussions. The meeting is open to the public.
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to discuss topics, which will include, but are not limited to, the following: 1). Medical Assistance Program (MAP) 2). Federal Grants 3). Lease Agreements
Ridge to Reef Farm’s (R2R) next Slow Down Dinner will take place on Thursday, March 16, featuring Chef Lori Dudkin, her Gifft Hill culinary students and Chef Michael Matthew, the R2R house chef. The culinary students will be preparing all week on the farm for this special dinner. 6 p.m. - Special Pre-dinner CSA field […]
The musical “Working” is adapted from the book by Studs Terkel, with songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manual Miranda, Mary Rodgers and Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz and James Taylor. There will be eight performances. Play synopsis: The characters in “Working” are non-fictional. The actors deliver monologues and song, and the words in the script […]
U.S. Virgin Islands Hotel & Tourism Association will have its annual General Membership Meeting Luncheon. An election of the Board of Directors will be held. The guest speaker will be Karolin Troubetzkoy, president of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association.
U.S. Virgin Islands Hotel & Tourism Association will host a luncheon at the Annual General Membership Meeting. An election for the new Board of Directors will take place. The guest speaker will be Karolin Troubetzkoy, president of Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association. RSVP is required by calling HTA office or via e-mail by Monday, March […]
The Kimberly Boulon Fine Art Gallery will hold an evening with wine, appetizers, art with and entertainment with a performance by the St. John School of the Arts (SJSA). An oil painting with frame by Kimberly Boulon entitled, “Forever Cinnamon Bay, St. John,” valued at $1,850 and on view at the gallery, will be raffled […]
The Virgin Islands Board of Education (VIBE) Governing Board will convene a regular board meeting. It will continue on St. John tomorrow, March 18. Any Individuals or representatives of an entity may appear and be heard if a written statement is submitted at least two days prior to the board meeting to Winona A. Hendricks, […]
Alvin McBean East Little League presents “Stop the Violence” Glow Walk & Rally. The walk will begin at Tutu Park Mall and end up at Alvin McBean Ballpark. There will be speakers, music, food and much more. Be a part of the solution by taking part in this community event. Please wear a white shirt; […]
The musical “Working” is adapted from the book by Studs Terkel, with songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manual Miranda, Mary Rodgers and Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz and James Taylor. There will be eight performances. Play synopsis: The characters in “Working” are non-fictional. The actors deliver monologues and song, and the words in the script […]
The Virgin Islands Board of Education (VIBE) Governing Board will continue a regular board meeting from yesterday, March 17.
The musical “Working” is adapted from the book by Studs Terkel, with songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manual Miranda, Mary Rodgers and Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz and James Taylor. There will be eight performances. Play synopsis: The characters in “Working” are non-fictional. The actors deliver monologues and song, and the words in the script […]
The Herman E. Moore Golf Course at the University of the Virgin Islands will be abuzz with food, fun and fellowship as the community gathers for the 28th annual Afternoon on the Green (AOTG). The theme for this year’s event, which will be open to the public and is set for noon to 5 p.m., […]
St. Thomas Reformed Church will present a concert that celebrates the determination of the Virgin Islands people over the past 100 years. Gylchris Sprauve has composed a piece for the event: “Fanfare for the Virgin Islands, Transformed.” This will be a musical history of the Virgin Islands celebrating “A Century United in Pride and Hope.”
Auditions for “Catch and Keep” are scheduled for March 10 and 20. Roles are available for 14 local actors. The roles available include five for men (with two as leads - a taxi driver and an elderly gardener), eight for women (with two as leads - a real estate agent and a flight attendant), and […]
Auditions for “Catch and Keep” are scheduled for March 10 and 20. Roles are available for 14 local actors. The roles available include five for men (with two as leads - a taxi driver and an elderly gardener), eight for women (with two as leads - a real estate agent and a flight attendant), and […]
Committee on Workforce Development, Consumer Affairs and Culture Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to discuss the following: Department of Labor Overview of the Department of Labor’s federal programs Status on Training Services, etc. Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs Update from the department relative to food, shipping and the public health standards of […]
The V.I. Department of Human Services (DHS) invites the community to attend a free, two-day, round-robin workshop. DHS has allied with Dr. Pat Buchar of Paradise Chiropractic and Wellness Center, who will be presenting on health matters. Those interested must register to secure seating by calling Denise Chamblee. The expo is scheduled for March 21 and […]
The Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) will convene a regular meeting. It will be simultaneously video-conferenced between the PSC St. Croix office in Sunny Isle Shopping Center, St. Croix and the PSC in Barbel Plaza, St. Thomas.
The Virgin Islands Police Department will host promotion ceremony for the ranks of captain, lieutenant and sergeant.
The Government Employees’ Retirement System invites its members to participate in a pre-retirement planning workshop. Learn more about your benefits: GERS Benefits Social Security Health Insurance Coverage Taxes After Retirement Call for additional information or to pre-register. Seating is limited, so please register early. The pre-registration deadline is Friday, March 17.
The V.I. Department of Human Services -- Office of Child Care and Regulatory Services will be conducting a mass consultation for summer camps throughout the territory. Among the agencies participating in the consultation are the Department of Natural Resources (DPNR), Fire Services and the Department of Health. They will cover communicable disease, environmental health on […]
The Virgin Islands Housing Authority (VIHA) Board of Commissioners has scheduled its regular board meeting.
The V.I. Department of Agriculture and the V.I. Department of Education will celebrate National Agriculture Week throughout the territory March 22 and March 23, with the theme "Agriculture: Food for Life." All schools and the public are invited to a Market Day.
The St. Thomas-St. John Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours will take place at the St. Thomas Humane Society Campus. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres, the Famous Chamber $3 Bar, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle. The Chamber of Commerce encourages members and potential members to attend.
Legislators will host a Town Hall in conjunction with the V.I. Waste Management Authority, Island Green Living, and the Department of Natural Resources. It will focus on the recycling laws that have been passed, such as the Plastic Bags Ban, and two other bills that are currently pending in the V.I. Legislature. The goal is […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive updates and initiatives planned from the following departments: Department of Justice – Attorney General Claude E. Walker, Esq. Bureau of Corrections – Director Rick Mullgrav Virgin Islands Police Department – Commissioner Delroy Richards Sr.
The Joint Boards of Elections will hold its second regular meeting today.
The Caribbean Genealogy Library (CGL) invites the public to an ‘Evening at the Library’ with author and historian David Knight Sr., who has written many books on the Virgin Islands. This will be a chance to ask him questions about his research and books, and to share views on the material he has covered and […]
Local celebrity Chef Julius Jackson will partner with Women Striving for Success for a Celebrity Chef Cooking Lesson. Jackson will share ways to prepare quick healthy meals for women on the go. It will be an exciting evening of cooking and networking. Spaces are limited. The cost is $50 for Women Striving for Success members […]
The musical “Working” is adapted from the book by Studs Terkel, with songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manual Miranda, Mary Rodgers and Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz and James Taylor. There will be eight performances. Play synopsis: The characters in “Working” are non-fictional. The actors deliver monologues and song, and the words in the script […]
The Virgin Islands Department of Education - Office of School and Community Affairs, St. Thomas-St. John District; the Division of Special Education; and English Language Learners (ELL) and Intervention Services invite parents of students receiving special education or ELL services to a parent summit The summit is free.
Crime prevention is everyone’s responsibility; therefore, a fundraiser will be held to raise money for street security cameras to assist the Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) in identifying those who would do harm and bring them to justice. It will feature music by DJ Shabundi and $2 raffle prizes. The prizes will include three days […]
Jazz vocalist and songwriter Jacqui Naylor will return to Water Island this month and debut songs from her new album, “Q&A.” She will play at the residence of Alex Randall. The album will be released world-wide on March 24. Jacqui Naylor will perform with Art Khu on piano and Ken Pendergast on bass. Suggested donation: $10-$20. […]
The musical “Working” is adapted from the book by Studs Terkel, with songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manual Miranda, Mary Rodgers and Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz and James Taylor. There will be eight performances. Play synopsis: The characters in “Working” are non-fictional. The actors deliver monologues and song, and the words in the script […]
There will be a special Centennial Transfer anniversary service organized by the Memorial Moravian Church. The service will mark the peaceful transfer of the territory from Denmark to the United States.
We Grow Food Inc. will host an official Virgin Islands celebration of the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali, which is dedicated to the youth and to ending gun violence in the V.I.
The musical “Working” is adapted from the book by Studs Terkel, with songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manual Miranda, Mary Rodgers and Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz and James Taylor. There will be eight performances. Play synopsis: The characters in “Working” are non-fictional. The actors deliver monologues and song, and the words in the script […]
The V.I. Department of Health (DOH) - Division of Mental Health, Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Services will host a hepatitis C Virus training. Behavioral and health care professionals in the territory are encouraged to register for the training. Presenters are Deneen Robinson RN; Annette Scott, Medical Technologist II. Register with Kim Christopher.
The Supervisor of Elections, Caroline F. Fawkes, advises the public that the testing of the DS200 and Automark electronic voting machines to be utilized in the April 8 Special Election, has been rescheduled for today. The testing is open to the public.
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to take testimony from officials at the USVI Department of Agriculture, USVI Department of Tourism and the Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority.
The V.I. Department of Human Services (DHS) will hold its Annual Transition Conference. This seminar will be held in three languages: Spanish from 8-10 a.m., Creole and English from 10 a.m. to noon. The community is encouraged to participate in this event, especially those who have a child entering kindergarten this up-coming school year from […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to discuss the following bills: Bill No. 32-0020 - An Act amending Title 3, V.I.C., sections 6 and 7, relating to the composition of the Government Employees Services Commission and re-designating it as the Health Insurance Board of Trustees and for other related purposes Bill No. 32-0021 - […]
The Virgin Islands Port Authority and Crown Bay Center is celebrating USVI History Month and the Transfer Day Centennial. Come out and celebrate V.I. culture while enjoying traditional music, food and local arts & crafts. Stanley and the Ten Sleepless Knights will perform.
The Virgin Islands Transfer Centennial Commission has released its schedule of official events to date. Today is the 2017 Governor’s Reception.
The V.I. Department of Human Services (DHS) will hold its Annual Transition Conference. This seminar will be held in three languages: Spanish from 8-10 a.m., Creole and English from 10 a.m. to noon. The community is encouraged to participate in this event, especially those who have a child entering kindergarten this up-coming school year from […]
The Governing Board of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA) will convene.
The V.I. Department of Education invites the community to the 44th Annual Territorial Spelling Bee. The territory’s top 12 spellers will compete for the championship title and the opportunity to represent the U.S. Virgin Islands at the 90th Scripps National Spelling Bee, May 28 through June 6, in Washington, D.C.
The V.I. Police Department (VIPD) Crime Prevention Bureau will host an East End Community Meeting for residents of Pillsbury Heights, Nazareth and Estate Frydenhoj. The meeting will address crime affecting these areas.
Community and Police Association (CAPA) will host a community meeting. The V.I. Police Department, Crime Prevention, senators, peace clergy and the public are invited to attend. The topics will include street security cameras and crime fighting apps. Come to voice concerns and to help find solutions. CAPA is inviting all the officers who worked Saturday […]
Laura Castillo Nagi will be hosting a five-week series entitled “Conscious Communication -- Tools for Increasing Effectiveness and Connection in Communication.” The series will explore bringing awareness and mindfulness to communication to increase effectiveness, connection to self and connection to others. Participants will leave with a concrete framework for communication that allows them to increase […]
CENTENNIAL TRANSFER DAY Transfer Day is a holiday celebrated in the U.S. Virgin Islands on March 31. It marks the transfer of the islands from Denmark to the United States of America that took place in 1917.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will hold a special naturalization ceremony to celebrate Transfer Day. Attendees will witness 100 new citizens take the Oath of Allegiance to the United States. USCIS encourages new citizens and guests to share their naturalization ceremony experiences and photos through social media, using the hashtag #newUScitizen.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will hold a second special naturalization ceremony (the first was held today at 9 a.m.) to celebrate Transfer Day. Attendees will witness 20 new citizens take the Oath of Allegiance to the United States. USCIS encourages new citizens and guests to share their naturalization ceremony experiences and photos through […]
Senate President Myron D. Jackson and members of the 32nd Legislature are inviting the community to witness an historic commemoration of the territory’s first 100 years under the American flag. Dignitaries from Denmark, the United States, Puerto Rico, the British Virgin Islands, Virgin Islands of the United States, other Caribbean countries, as well as visitors […]
The Virgin Islands Transfer Centennial Commission has released its schedule of official events to date. Today there will be a Parade on St. Thomas: 2:30-3:30 p.m.-- Parade 4-6 p.m. – Ceremony
The Virgin Islands Port Authority and Crown Bay Center is celebrating USVI History Month and the Transfer Day Centennial. Come out and celebrate V.I. culture while enjoying traditional music, food and local arts & crafts. Cool Session Brass will perform.
The musical “Working” is adapted from the book by Studs Terkel, with songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manual Miranda, Mary Rodgers and Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz and James Taylor. There will be eight performances. Play synopsis: The characters in “Working” are non-fictional. The actors deliver monologues and song, and the words in the script […]
The 7th Annual Rotary Sunrise Kids Triathlon will be held today. Registration will begin at 7 a.m. Kids ages 5-15 are invited to participate as an individual or on a team of two to three people. There will be a participation trophy for the school with the most participants.
We From Upstreet Inc. Centennial Activities Committee invites the public to its next lecture, which will be presented by Dr. Lauren "Larry" Larsen, educator. She will focus on "The Educational Transformation of the Public School from Danish West Indies to the United States System.” Admission is free. Donations are appreciated.
To raise awareness about veganism, the Vegan Society is asking all vegans to wear any vegan/animal rights message T-shirt (button, sticker necklace, etc.) to raise awareness for the rights of animals. There will be a raw vegan potluck held today. The first Saturday of every month is Vegan T-shirt Day!
The musical “Working” is adapted from the book by Studs Terkel, with songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manual Miranda, Mary Rodgers and Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz and James Taylor. There will be eight performances. Play synopsis: The characters in “Working” are non-fictional. The actors deliver monologues and song, and the words in the script […]
The Virgin Islands Carnival Committee (VICC) presents the 2017 Stoli – Budweiser Calypso Elimination Tent and Extempo Competition. The Calypsonians competing for a chance to dethrone the reigning Calypso Monarch “Caribbean Queen” are: John Dotty, Broc-Le, Man Chi Chi, Yellow Man, Queen Jackie, Baka, General Val, Mighty Pat, X-Man, Super T, King Kan fo Plenty, […]
The Virgin Islands Transfer Centennial Commission will host a free public reception. There will be cultural dancers, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. The reception is open to the public; however, seating is limited. Tickets are being distributed at Urban Threadz (located in Havensight inside of the Buccaneer Mall). A free shuttle service will […]
A Farmers' Market will be held as part of Yacht Haven Grande's April events.
The Memorial Moravian Church will host an Organ Recital by Robert A. Lynch that will feature the work of French composer Leon Boellman.
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