While coastal and island areas are beautiful places to live, wouldn’t you prefer the water on the beach than in your living room?
If you live in an area that sees tropical storms and hurricanes, bookmark this handy guide to the first steps to take after your home floods. Hopefully, you’ll never need it—but while you hope for the best, remain prepared for the worst.
Stop the Flooding if Possible
If your home flooded due to a malfunction in your water system, find the source of the water and stop it from flowing. The easiest way to do this is to find your home’s main water valve and shut it off.
If a natural disaster flooded your home, wait until the immediate danger has passed before re-entering your home. Wear appropriate protective gear like waterproof boots as you head in.
Shut Off Electricity
Once your home is no longer actively flooding, shut off all the electrical systems. You can easily shut off those systems from your fuse box.
However, your physical safety should be your top priority. Do not walk through standing water to get to your fuse box! Call an electrician for assistance to avoid mixing water with electricity.
Call Your Insurer
If you are a homeowner, call your insurance company to report the damage. Your insurer will advise you on whether you should wait for an adjuster to inspect the property or if you can go ahead and start the repair process.
Do you rent? Call your landlord and inform them of the extent of the water damage.
Document the Damage
Before you have your home restored to its pre-flood condition, take photos and/or videos of all damaged areas. This includes water stains, foundation cracks, crumbling drywall, and roof damage. Your landlord or insurer will need to see the extent of the destruction.
Call Restoration Experts
Remediating water damage and restoring a home to its previous condition is an in-depth process that’s best left to the professionals. Contact a water restoration company near you as soon as possible! They’ll make quick work of salvaging your possessions, drying out your home, and remediating mold before it spreads.
If your home has been damaged by a flood, be quick to call for help so that you can get back to enjoying your island life! Waves of water are beautiful on the beach, but not so much in your kitchen. Take these first steps after your home floods to save the structure of your home and the precious possessions within.
Located on the breezy borders of the Caribbean Sea, Park Hyatt St. Kitts is an idyllic location to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of life and reconnect with family and friends this season. With plunge pool suites featuring private sundecks and crystal-clear views of the Caribbean Sea, there’s no better place to spend the holidays.
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For the ultimate holiday splurge, guests can book the stunning 5,280 sq. ft Three-Bedroom Presidential Villa, complete with a private infinity pool overlooking the ocean and private decks adding an additional 2,250 sq. ft. The Presidential Villa is an intimate, home away from home where guests can celebrate the holidays. Amenities include, a private stretch of beach, state-of-the-art kitchen, game room, wellness area, and living room is the perfect respite for guests looking to spend some quality time together. Chef and Butler services are available upon request.
Presidential Villa
Presidential Villa Bathroom
Plunge Pool Suite Living Room
Plunge Pool Suite Living Room
Spa Lounge
Couples Room at the Spa
During their stay, guests can book the following festive experiences in addition to the resort’s full holiday offerings:
Spice It Up… Transform and rejuvenate the mind, body and soul at the resort’s Sugar Mill Spa, with the Seasonal Spiced Sorrel Ritual, a truly unique experience featuring seasonal ingredient, sorrel. Sorrel is traditionally enjoyed as an infused beverage at Christmas time, and is rich in antioxidants.
Private Kittitian Cooking Class… Learn about the history and culture of St. Kitts through a Private Caribbean CookingClass. The resort’s experienced Kittitian chefs will show their secrets to cooking a flavorful three-course Caribbean meal. Become acquainted with the local flavors, and explore the spices and herbs found on the island.
Exclusive Destination Dining Experiences… Enjoy an intimate candlelight dinner for two under the magical starlit sky on the shores on Great House Deck through the resort’s Starlight Dining Experience on the Shores of Banana Bay. The location offers stunning views of sister island Nevis and the Caribbean Sea. Choose between 3, 4, or 5 course meal options.
Longshoremens Mural in Ovetown, Photo by Deon M. Gedeon, Nov. 2022
The Miami Museum of Contemporary Art of the African Diaspora Immersive Art Experience Set to Kick-Off Soul Basel at Their Creative Conversation and Celebration on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at the Ward Rooming House in Historic Overtown from 4 pm-7 pm.
The Rich History of The International Longshoremen’s Association Local 1416 in Historic Overtown Provides a Space for the Intersection of Art, Oral Histories, And Technology
Technology has changed the world in many ways. Miami Museum of Contemporary Art of the African Diaspora (Miami MoCAAD) is finding new and inventive ways to combine art, technology, and oral histories for its immersive digital art landscape. Their programming encourages the community to reflect and reimagine through art, history, film, music, and art tech trends. Miami MoCAAD, in collaboration with Hampton Art Lovers, will host a creative conversation and celebration at the Historic Ward Rooming House(249 NW 9th St. Miami, FL 33136) on Sunday, November 27, 2022, 4 pm-7 pm.
Panelists include artists Reginald O’Neal; Anthony “Mojo” Reed II; Donnamarie Baptiste, curator; Torin Ragin, President, International Longshoremen’s Association, Local 1416; Corbin Graves, Miami MoCAAD. The conversation will be moderated by Charlton Copeland, University of Miami Law School Associate Dean of Intellectual Life, grandson of a New Orleans longshoreman, with closing remarks by Marilyn Holifield, Partner, Holland & Knight. Attendees can attend in person or tune into the conversation online at https://bit.ly/MiamiMoCAADSoulBaselKickoff.
The digital art landscape is evolving, including the myriad ways it is produced and viewed. Miami MoCAAD commissioned Overtown native and muralist/artist Reginald O’Neal to create a mural on the side of the union hall building owned by the predominantly Black International Longshoremen’s Association Local 1416 in Historic Overtown. Residents and visitors can scan QR codes and view interviews that tell the history and key contributions ILA Local 1416 has made throughout the community since its founding in 1936. The mural will be unveiled on November 27 as part of the Kickoff Celebration of Soul Basel.
“The ILA Local 1416 is an important part of African American history. It has always been a place where people can find familial support, economic safety, activism, and political organization in the ongoing fight for equity. I’m honored to help tell the story of The International Longshoremen’s Association Local 1416 and incredibly proud of this project,” states Miami MoCAAD curator Donnamarie Baptiste.
Donnamarie Baptiste | Curator, Cultural and Creative Producer
“Art is a critical piece in sharing knowledge, creating change, and powering progress,” said Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. “By telling stories through art, we connect to larger audiences and raise awareness about the most important issues of our time. What Miami MoCAAD is doing by combining art with technology will revolutionize the way we communicate to our community. I cannot wait for the Soul Basel experience honoring the International Longshoremen’s Association. The ideas it will spawn are sure to inspire our residents to reflect on the history of the African diaspora, especially in our county.”
“For 80-plus years, the ILA has provided brother/sisterhood, mentorship, and structure in the Miami community. As an Overtown native, I have always heard about the Shoremen and passed by their headquarters across from the “Lyric Theater” but never understood what was going on in detail. As I got older and became a muralist, I dreamt of painting the wall on the north side of the building, and I am more than honored that the ILA and Miami MoCAAD are allowing me to do so. In deciding what to paint, I got to know a little more about the Association and what they represent, and in the idea, I attempt to encapsulate that,” states Reginald O’Neal.
“The Southeast Overtown/Park West is excited to unveil the second interactive mural in Historic Overtown. It is fitting that Miami MoCAAD has joined with the ILA 1416 in preserving the history and culture of our community”, states James McQueen, Executive Director, The Southeast Overtown/Park West CRA, City of Miami.
This Soul Basel Celebration is made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners., Southeast Park/West Overtown Community Redevelopment Agency, and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau.
About Donnamarie Baptist – Curator, Cultural and Creative Producer.
Donnamarie Baptiste is an Arts & Culture Curator and Creative Producer who is highly experienced in arts management, exhibitions, and events. She has worked with artists, organizations, and corporations across disciplines and genres on brand strategy, public art, special artist projects, and high-profile events.
Baptiste organizes exhibitions in traditional and non-traditional spaces. She has held roles in programming, sponsorship, marketing & communications, operations, and production with organizations that include Photo Miami, Art Basel, The Armory Show, and Creative Time. Her clients include a mix of tech, art, design, luxury brands, and spirits.
Born in Trinidad & Tobago to musician parents, she has spent most of her life between Florida, New York City, and the USVI. After studying Humanities in the Caribbean, she moved to Miami and subsequently to New York City. Currently, she is based in Miami, providing arts & culture management consulting to national and international creative clients while supporting the local art community as a board member of Oolite Arts. They are working to bring a world-class arts institution to Miami.
Baptiste’s most recent work focuses on community-based initiatives, including cultural planning, exhibitions, corporate philanthropy, and collaborations between international artists and local creative communities.
Miami MoCAAD is moving towards a tech-forward hybrid museum. Miami MoCAAD is a digital-first museum rooted in Miami and global in its reach, which meets audiences in diverse digital spaces and creative venues. With funding from the Knight Foundation and Miami Dade County, Miami MoCAAD has reached a transformative development point as it master plans its future. Miami MoCAAD’s Core Steering Group for Master Planning is currently working with the AEA Consulting Group in Phase One of master planning, a hybrid museum, digital strategy, and an innovative virtual art exhibit. Phase Two will implement the initial virtual art exhibit.
Busts at Island SPACE Caribbean Museum are adorned with "angisa" headdresses in the style of traditional Surinamese women | Photo credit: Matthew Johncon (MBJ Visuals)
Plantation, Florida (November 23, 2022): On Saturday, November 26, in recognition of Suriname’s 47th celebration of independence the day before, Island SPACE will host a cultural talk presented by Dr. Roxanne Valies, a daughter of the former Dutch Guiana. During “Secrets of the Surinamese Headscarves,” attendees will learn about the fascinating traditions behind the fabrics and methods used to convey messages between women in the South-American Caribbean nation. Local performer and actress Nayomi Braaf, of Surinamese descent, will sing a song to set the stage. Those interested in attending can register at www.islandspacefl.org/secretsuriname.
In addition to the colorfully descriptive journey guests will take, courtesy of Valies, they’ll also enjoy learning about the history and evolution of the complete traditional dress of Surinamese women, and sample the flavors of traditional Surinamese cuisine. The event is the first in a series of cultural explorations planned for regular programming at Island SPACE Caribbean Museum.
“It was important to me to see my country of ancestry represented,” Valies said, “So I felt compelled to restore and contribute these ‘angisas’ — Surinamese traditional headscarves — when the museum opened two years ago. Guests are often fascinated when I explain to them all the nuances that go into these unassuming accessories because, in reality, they capture and convey stories of our entire ancestry.”
Island Society for the Promotion of Artistic and Cultural Education (Island SPACE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of arts, culture, history, and educational initiatives that represent the Caribbean region, in South Florida and the broader diaspora.
Since November 16, 2020, Island SPACE Caribbean Museum, located at the northeast entrance to the Broward Mall, has provided an information-rich journey through the history of the Caribbean region. The museum presents quarterly fine art exhibitions and monthly cultural activities including talks, themed exhibits, children’s events and more.
The privately managed 501(c)(3) organization Island SPACE is supported in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, Florida Humanities, the National Endowment for the Arts, Florida Power & Light Company, Grace Foods, Broward Mall, the Broward County Cultural Division, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, Dr. Solanges Vivens and the following Funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Mary N. Porter Community Impact Fund, Jack Belt Memorial Fund, Ginny and Tom Miller Fund, Stearns Weaver Miller Fund for the Arts, Harold D. Franks Fund.
The public is invited to visit the museum Thursdays through Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m. and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. General museum entry is $10 per adult and $5 per child. Visit islandspacefl.org to learn more.
Paul Campbell addresses an audience at his November 18 art show opening for Color and Time at Island SPACE Caribbean Museum. | Photo credit: Island SPACE Caribbean Museum
Plantation, Florida (November 23, 2022): Jamaica’s most accomplished male actor of our time, Paul Campbell, will sit for a fireside-style chat to discuss his work in film and art at Island SPACE Caribbean Museum on Friday December 2nd, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The classically-trained actor and surrealist painter, whose artwork is currently on display in the museum’s gallery for Art Week Comes to Plantation, will speak with host Juli-Ann Lee about subjects spanning his more than 30-year history on the silver screen and his lesser known career in fine art. Those interested can register to attend the in-person event at www.islandspacefl.org/paultalk.
Fans of Campbell’s will enjoy a peek into the mind of the method actor, whose catalog includes starring roles in Jamaican films like Third World Cop, Dancehall Queen and The Lunatic, and prominent roles in American-made flicks like First Sunday, featuring Ice Cube and Tracy Morgan, and cult classic Machete Joe. Attendees will also be treated by Campbell to the six-minute preview of a riveting new TV series called In God We Trust before it is shared with the general market.
The presentation will be staged across the backdrop of his art show titled “Color and Time,” the featured component of a dual exhibit at Island SPACE showcasing his work as well as the work of Cuban collective Pan American Art Projects. Campbell’s vibrant presentation of paintings on canvas capture much of the visceral, emotional turmoil that he adeptly portrays in his cast of complex and sinister characters.
“I put my soul into my art, whether I’m painting or acting,” said Campbell. “And I’ve been a supporter of Island SPACE since its opening so there’s no better place for me to discuss my creative passions than here.”
Island Society for the Promotion of Artistic and Cultural Education (Island SPACE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of arts, culture, history, and educational initiatives that represent the Caribbean region, in South Florida and the broader diaspora.
Since November 16, 2020, Island SPACE Caribbean Museum, located at the northeast entrance to the Broward Mall, has provided an information-rich journey through the history of the Caribbean region. The museum presents quarterly fine art exhibitions and monthly cultural activities including talks, themed exhibits, children’s events and more.
The privately managed 501(c)(3) organization Island SPACE is supported in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, Florida Humanities, the National Endowment for the Arts, Florida Power & Light Company, Grace Foods, Broward Mall, the Broward County Cultural Division, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, Dr. Solanges Vivens and the following Funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Mary N. Porter Community Impact Fund, Jack Belt Memorial Fund, Ginny and Tom Miller Fund, Stearns Weaver Miller Fund for the Arts, Harold D. Franks Fund.
The public is invited to visit the museum Thursdays through Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m. and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. General museum entry is $10 per adult and $5 per child. Visit islandspacefl.org to learn more.
It’s no secret that health and wellness took a front row seat during the prime years of the pandemic. Personal care products soared with the influx of self-help beauty tools, professional-grade over the counter serums, masks and peels, and, of course, DIY natural beauty products. But while at-home pampering became a way of life, we’re now back outside in all of our social butterfly glory and yearning for the magic of a professional touch. Out of the ashes of the COVID era, here are few Caribbean skin trends that are emerging in the world of beauty.
This simple-yet-effective treatment boasts “the best skin of your life” in three steps and 30 minutes. The approach offers maximum hydration, using a patented delivery system that exfoliates skin and extracts impurities while simultaneously infusing carefully crafted peptide-and-antioxidant-rich super serums into the skin.
Osmosis Facial Infusion
More than just a facial, the Osmosis Infusion is a mind and body experience. Using an application method called the liposomal delivery system, this non-acid peel incorporates high doses of natural ingredients such as shea butter, honeysuckle flower extract and sandalwood oil to restore the skin’s epidermal barrier while promoting circulation, collagen production and cellular rejuvenation.
Microneedling with PRP
A combination of regenerative medicine and plastic surgery techniques, this minimally invasive procedure uses what’s yours to make you even better. Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is harvested from the client’s blood and applied to the skin via microneedling. What’s left after healing is a glowing complexion with tight and smooth skin because it promotes the production of collagen and elastin.
Dermaplaning
In an exfoliating method that uses a special razor-like device, clients have the upper layer of their skin removed to reveal the healthier, supple layers below. It is often preceded by a specialized facial. The result emphasizes your natural beauty and can be easily added to your skin care routine once a month.
Not just for a happy tummy, fermented and probiotic-rich natural beauty products have made their way to our island shores in a big way. Already the norm in Korean beauty culture, this skin care application focuses on the importance of the microbiome balance on the skin. Luckily, professional grade products are already on the market and are available through certified aestheticians and skin consultants.
There’s nothing quite like a seaborne adventure. From surfing playful waves to exploring the depths of the ocean floor and all the activities between, the ocean induces nirvana. We, as islanders, are surrounded by another world that is nothing short of incredible. There is no shortage of sailing or yachting experiences in the Caribbean.
Sailing is a popular way to remember that gift. A far cry from the Caribbean’s historical ties to piracy, sailing evolved to offer a fresh take on fun with a touch of luxury. Contrary to persistent belief, it is not only for those with deep pockets.
These days, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy life at sea with experiences as varied as the isles of this western archipelago. In multi-island territories like the British Virgin Islands and the Grenadines, sailing is an absolute must if you are to properly appreciate their magnificence.
For those with the wherewithal, a termed, all-inclusive charter with a crew (which usually runs from five to 10 days) is guaranteed to make you feel like the star in an episode of “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous.” A plethora of companies scattered across the region offer such services, but the prices vary based on the type, size and age of the boat. Operators such as Dream Yacht Charters and the Moorings, which both service islands like Grenada, Martinique and St. Martin, along with TMM, which is exclusive to the BVIs, are just a few picks from the sizable litter.
A luxurious hot tub with ice cold champagne is just one amenity guests can look forward to.
Try out the captain’s hat with a crewless charter.
However, if you’re opting to don the captain’s hat yourself then a crewless charter is the way to go. Whether you choose to wine and dine all alone on the open sea or bring along a few guests for the ride, businesses like Barefoot Yacht Charters, which operates in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, will provide you with the tools and freedom to live out your nautical dreams. Likewise, from Belize to the Bahamas, Sunsail will also more than happily extend the same!
While weeklong stints are the norm for winter travelers, day sails provide a taste of affluence to locals who are either looking for quiet family fun or an epic party in motion. On islands like Jamaica and Trinidad, sailing soirees abound. Liquor flows like the currents of the Caribbean Sea and good vibes “cyah dun.”
In contrast, romantic sunset tours and snorkel trips, both private and shared, are also available for those who would rather take to the seas in a more low-key fashion. Though shorter, these trips still offer luxury and exclusivity. Amenities might include a gourmet meal and rum punch on tap. For an additional cost, extra water toys like jet skis, paddleboards and kayaks can be added to enhance the experience. Barbados-based Seaduced Charters has taken luxury day sailing to new heights by even including a private chef and a premium bar.
Not just the adventure of daydreams, sailing can be well within your reach with the following tips:
Sail during the off-season: Some companies will offer cheaper rates during down times to keep business going, so plan your travel calendar to your advantage.
Ask for the “locals discount:” During the height of the pandemic, charter companies like Anne Bonny in the BVI used this strategy to stay afloat. It’s now a permanent fixture in their operations and is a hit with residents of the territory.
Maximize the boat’s capacity: Determine the boat’s passenger capacity beforehand and split the bill by bringing your friends and family. Shared tours scheduled by the charter company also result in these savings. Not only is this a surefire way to keep costs low, it’s a great way to create an unforgettable experience.
Join a yacht club: This is the ultimate social club for seafarers! Here, you will always find someone looking for a plus one, or five, to accompany them on a leisurely sail. And if you’re lucky, maybe an opportunity for inter-island hopping may even come your way.
Bitten by the sailing bug? Check out some of these sailing events across the West Indies in 2023:
Barbados Sailing Week: January 18-23
St. Maarten Heineken Regatta: March 2-5
St. Barths Bucket Regatta: March 15-19
BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival: March 27 to April 2
Kathia ST. HILAIRE
Our Only Guide to Justice , 2021
Oil based relief, canvas, paper, enamel, tire
skins, leaves, pigment, fabric, metal
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Contributed by Sumaiyah Wade and Melissa Hunter at Sugarcane Magazine
Miami Art Week is one of the most anticipated art happenings in the world. With hundreds of galleries displaying the works of more than 4,000 artists from 36 countries, Art Basel Miami Beach is the biggest international contemporary art market in North America and has generated independent exhibitions across the South Florida region.
In recent years, collectors and buyers have sought pieces that have not historically been a part of mainstream, European-centric conversations about art. That has meant appetites have grown for art by Black creators, not only from the United States but across the African diaspora. The Caribbean, in particular, is creating a buzz. Caribbean artists are gaining global recognition for pushing the envelope and showing what the world looks like through their eyes.
The following museums are presenting exhibitions by some of the most exciting artists from the Caribbean’s diverse cultures. You’ll find Haitian artists from every generation, such as South Florida’s own Kathia St. Hilare and Didier William. And there’s work by young creators who explore sensuality, such as Christina Nichola. Whether you choose to brave the notorious traffic of Miami Art Week or visit an event closer to your So Flo home, this guide will help you find impressive showcases by Caribbean artists.
Miami is Not the Caribbean. Yet it Feels Like it. – Curated by Dominican Danny Baez, this exhibition explores Miami’s relationship with the Caribbean through the various communities that make a home in the city. Look for work by Destiny Belgrave, Kim Dacres, Mark Fleuridor, Amanda Linares, Jeffrey Meris, Na’ye Perez, Bony Ramirez, Monica Sorelle and Cyle Warner. With their art, each explores their personal relationship with Miami through a range of pieces from a nostalgic, muted photo collage to a bust sculpted from tires. Oct. 12-Dec. 11, 2022
Didier William: Nou Kite Tout Sa Dèyè – North Miami native Didier William returns to his home city for a retrospective of his work at the 2022 Miami Art Week. A printmaker who graduated from New World School of the Arts and Yale University’s Master of FIne Arts program, Didier explores resistance, colonialism and mythology with a signature painting style rooted in printmaking. The exhibition also displays new drawings and his first monumental sculpture. Nov. 2, 2021-April 16, 2023
Twa Manman, twa kouwon, 2020, Acrylic, oil, ink, wood carving on panel, 102 × 65 inches, Collection of Beth Rudin DeWoody
Mariano: Variations on a Theme – For the first time in the United States, view decades of work from leading Cuban modernist, Mariano Rodríguez, including pieces loaned from his estate. Mariano was inspired by the work of Mexican painters, but his own art often blended styles to explore similar subjects. Aug. 5, 2022-Jan. 22, 2023
Hervé Télémaque: 1959–1964 – The work of French-Haitian Hervé Télémaque spans several styles of contemporary art from grotesque figuration and surrealism to pop art and collages. This Miami Art Week exhibition brings together more than a dozen paintings from his first five years. They were created as Haitian autocrat François Duvalier rose to power, after Télémaque moved to a highly segregated New York City to study among other abstract artists, and then to Paris, where he was introduced to Surrealism and Latin American art. Informed by those experiences, he embedded literary and historical references into his art. Nov. 29, 2022-April 30, 2023
Paul Campbell: Color and Time – Jamaica’s premier homegrown thespian Paul Campbell’s artistic chops transition from screen to canvas in his collection showing at “Art Week Comes to Plantation.” An alumnus of the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts, Campbell brings vibrant surrealism reflecting psychedelic dreams, and glimmers of his own likeness, to his canvases. Nov. 17, 2022-Feb. 12, 2023
Christina Nicola – Jamaican American artist Christina Nicola is known for exploring sensuality, femininity, queerness and the power of women through her paintings with oil pastels, acrylics, watercolors and collage. The New York-based artist has been featured by Phillips Auction in a sale of work by emerging artists. This will be her first museum exhibition. Oct. 18, 2022-Dec. 3, 2022
Kathia St. Hilaire: Immaterial Being – Another South Florida graduate of the Yale University MFA program, Kathia St. Hilare’s show will address the artist’s transcultural experience as a young woman of Haitian descent growing up within the diasporic Haitian communities of Opa-Locka, West Palm and Okeechobee. She is known for radical experimentation with techniques such as weaving, carving, collaging and painting, which she uses to explore the concept of the visible surface and what lies beneath. Nov. 20, 202 -April 23, 2023
Kathia ST. HILAIRE Ten O’Clock Flower, 2020 Oil based relief on canvas collage with aluminum, paper, thread and wire 60 x 96 inch Photographer: Zachary Balbour
Kathia ST. HILAIRE Legba, 2019 Oil Based Relief collage on box braids, aluminum 36 x 48 in Courtesy of the artist and Perrotin
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (Nov. 22, 2022) – As inflation and surging food prices deepen the pain for struggling families, Food For The Poor donors have an opportunity to triple their compassion on #GivingTuesday.
Thanks to a generous match from longtime partner Feed My Starving Children, every dollar provided by FFTP donors by midnight, Nov. 29, will be tripled to deliver additional food that could aid a child suffering from malnutrition and possibly even save their life.
“Families are in crisis and need our help now more than ever,” FFTP President/CEO Ed Raine said. “Because gifts during this #GivingTuesday campaign can be tripled, that means donors can be a blessing to even more families living in poverty in the countries where we serve in the Caribbean and Latin America.”
A global food crisis created by conflicts, COVID-19, climate change and inflation have left hundreds of millions of people in poverty battling hunger, according to the United Nations World Food Programme.
A record 345 million people in 82 countries face acute hunger or worse – up from 282 million at the start of this year, many of them in the countries where FFTP helps.
In Honduras, Maria is a single mother who does all she can to provide for her children, Jose, Gerson and Daylin. Some days they do not eat.
“Many times we have run out of food,” Maria said. “Many times my children go to sleep without eating and tell me that they are hungry, I tell them that I can do nothing and to sleep, that tomorrow we will get something to make them eat.”
20211104-09_HON_ Maria Romelia066: In Honduras, Maria is a single mother who does all she can to provide for her children, Jose, Gerson and Daylin. Some days they do not eat. On #GivingTuesday, thanks to a generous match from longtime partner Feed My Starving Children, every dollar provided by Food For The Poor donors by midnight, Nov. 29, will be tripled to deliver additional food that could aid children suffering from malnutrition and possibly even save their lives. Photo/Food For The Poor
The relationship between FFTP and FMSC, a Christian nonprofit organization based in Coon Rapids, Minn., goes back many years and has grown exponentially. Since 2009, the partnership has added up to almost 1.2 billion donated meals.
For the past decade, FFTP has been part of the global movement #GivingTuesday, celebrated on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.
Founded in 2012 by the 92nd Street Y, a community and cultural center in New York City, #GivingTuesday is recognized on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. It is a day set aside to inspire people to collaborate to improve their communities and support the causes they believe in.
Over the years, FFTP donors have responded generously. In 2019, for example, 249 homes were built for destitute families in the Caribbean and Latin America, far surpassing the charity’s #GivingTuesday goal to raise funds to build 48 homes in 48 hours. Last year, donors provided funds for more than 100 homes for families in desperate need of shelter, plus $2.2 million worth of MannaPack rice meals from Feed My Starving Children.
Food For The Poor, one of the largest international relief and development organizations in the nation, does much more than feed millions of hungry children and families living in poverty primarily in 17 countries of the Caribbean and Latin America. This interdenominational Christian ministry provides emergency relief assistance, water, medicine, educational materials, homes, support for vulnerable children, care for the aged, skills training and micro-enterprise development assistance. For more information, please visit www.FoodForThePoor.org.
Guests are invited to sample Caribbean “black” cakes and rum cakes at the November festival.
Plantation, Florida (November 2, 2022): To kick off the holidays “tastefully,” Island SPACE Caribbean Museum is collaborating with Caribbean Professionals Network and a number of South Florida bakers to present the Rum Cake and Caribbean Black Cake Fest. On Sunday, November 20, 2022 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., cake makers will offer tastes of traditional Latin-Caribbean rum cake recipes as well as the dark fruit cake or plum pudding recipes popular in the english-speaking Caribbean islands, and affectionately known as “black cake” to many Caribbean nationals.
At this museum fundraiser for the giving season, attendees will be asked to donate $15 per person and will have the opportunity to sample the variety of cakes, as well as light holiday beverages, while Caribbean holiday music plays in the background. Guests are welcome to sample the tropical flavors and to explore the museum to learn about Caribbean history, culture and art.
The Rum Cake and Black Cake Fest was first staged in Washington, DC by Caribbean Professionals Network and National Caribbean Foods & Foodways Alliance and received overwhelmingly positive reception. South Florida, home to an extensive Caribbean population, was a natural next stop for this Caribbean culinary event.
Attendees will be treated to a special guest appearance, by “Ready Set RUM”, a popular YouTuber who does rum tasting reviews on distilleries throughout the Caribbean region and beyond. Visitors will also have an opportunity to win a copy of “Taste the Islands: Culinary Adventures in a Caribbean Kitchen” and “The Cake Bible.”
Island SPACE board president Calibe Thompson said, “This is an ongoing partnership with Caribbean Professionals Network, after the spectacularly presented Women’s History Month event they put together in March, we’re really looking forward to this community-focused holiday festivity.”
Island Society for the Promotion of Artistic and Cultural Education (Island SPACE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of arts, culture, history, and educational initiatives that represent the Caribbean region, in South Florida and the broader diaspora. Since November 16, 2020, Island SPACE Caribbean Museum, located at the northeast entrance to the Broward Mall, has provided an information-rich journey through the history of the Caribbean region.
Island SPACE is supported in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, Florida Humanities, the National Endowment for the Arts, Florida Power & Light Company, Grace Foods, Broward Mall, the Broward County Cultural Division, Dr. Solanges Vivens, The Bahamas, and the following Funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Mary N. Porter Community Impact Fund, Jack Belt Memorial Fund, Ginny and Tom Miller Fund, Stearns Weaver Miller Fund for the Arts, Harold D. Franks Fund.
The public is invited to visit the museum Thursdays through Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m. and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. General museum entry is $10 per adult and $5 per child. Visit islandspacefl.org to learn more.
