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Vol. 29, No. 26

Lutia Tai Durante

Art Show Opening Reception

March, 2nd ALSO THIS WEEK: Dominican Republic Party • Relays • Outdoor Challenge

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Visions of the BVI Get a glimpse of the BVI’s recent past on canvas throughout the month of March at the 1748 Lower Estate Sugar Works Museum, which will feature artist Lutia “Tai” Durante.

Lutia’s warm paintings are rich in both color and history, often depicting scenes that were common just a few years ago all around the territory: a woman bent over double as she harvests salt from a pond, a family working their farmland together, or a cattleman hauling one of his animals by the ear.

Late last year, when he was still working on the works that will be on display, Lutia said his paintings often document his memories of growing up here. He feels they’re a way to share his love of his home with others.

“I love my Tortola and I got to pass it forward,” he said then.

Organizing the exhibit is Lisa Gray, who said

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she hopes BVI residents will take advantage of this rare opportunity to see the artist’s work on display here in Tortola.

“This collection includes figurative, abstract and still life oil paintings. His bold, vibrant colors give a great strength to his work,” Lisa said, adding that it’s hard to imagine that such a talented artist is largely selftaught.

The opening reception for the show is Thursday the 2nd from 5-7:30pm, and is being hosted

by Images Custom Framing & Gallery and Tico. If you can’t make the reception, catch Lutia’s work another time in March at the museum, which is generally open 9am-3pm Mondays through Saturdays. For more information about the museum, call (284) 494-9206; or to learn more about this exhibit, contact Lisa at images@surfbvi.com or visit www.thegallerybvi.com.

While every effort is made to ensure that information is correct, we cannot accept responsibility for any errors, changes in schedules, ads or other information in this magazine, which is intended as a guide only. If you have an entertainment event coming up that you would like published, give us a call at 494-2413. Special Notice: Purchase of advertising space in this publication does not guarantee editorial coverage of any event.

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Saluting Our Local Heroes On an international level the month of February is recognized as Black History Month.

In this article I would like to pay tribute to our local heroes and persons who contribute tremendously to the BVI communities and development of our islands. Although there are way too many to mention especially with this little space I’ve put together a few for our readers to get an insight to what these individuals contributed to their home.

• The late Noel Lloyd – Political Activist.

Formed the Positive Action Movement and fought for the people’s rights so that the development as a nation would be beneficial to everyone.

• Jaleel Cameron – our youngest hero. Young Jaleel so far has donated an electroencephalogram (EEG) machine to the territory’s hospital.

He has also made donations to the Rainbow Children’s home and to a family in need through the Family Support Network.

• Eileene L. Parsons better known as “Ms. P”, is a cultural icon and was once an educator.

She was the first lady to hold the post of Deputy Chief Minister and Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Council.

• Mr. Walwyn Brewley. Mr. Brewley was a member of the Legislative Council from 1983– 1999, leader of the opposition, Minister of Communication and Works and also the fourth district representative. For his contributions to the development of softball in the territory the old recreation grounds were renamed the E. Walwyn Limin’Times Entertainment Gude

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Brewley Ball Park.

• The late Cyril Brandtford Romney. Mr. Romney served as Chief Minister from 1983–1986.

He was a member of the Legislative Council from 1979–1995.

He was also the first BVIslander to hold the post of Financial Secretary. Mr. Romney was a business pioneer and was elected as the 5th District Representative in 1979.

• The late Randolph “Mose” Malone. Mr. Malone was a Taxi Operator, Business Pioneer and the president of the VIP. He is an unsung hero, the first to own a vehicle in the BVI and a founding member of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP).

• The late Hon. Hamilton Lavity Stoutt (1929–1995). “Where there is no vision the people perish”.

Mr. Stoutt is one of the founding fathers of the Virgin Islands Party and United Party. Also served as the first chairman. He was also the first and longest serving Chief Minister. He won five general elections. An annual holiday was made in his honor after his death in 1995 on his birth date 7th March.

• The late Hon. T.B. Lettsome. Mr. Lettsome was a local preacher, fisherman, farmer, contractor, entrepreneur and legislator. He had 36 years of service as a Legislator and was a founding member of the United Party. During his tenure he established Police Stations, Potable Water and Electricity. He also developed ports at Road Town, Port Purcell and West End. He completed the Central Admin Building and the airport was renamed in his honor in Feb 2011.

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Independence Party On Sunday, 26th at Paradise Club, Cane Garden Bay there is a Dominican Republic Independence Party. DJ Eagle and DJ Fuggu provide entertainment. Entry is free!

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having a “Fat Tuesday” Mardi Gras Party. Happy hour is from 5–7pm with Cajun specials and Evolution Band will play live from 7pm.

Outdoor Challenge On Saturday, 25th BVI Archery will have their first National Outdoor Challenge.

All competing archers are required to shoot at targets at a distance of 10 meters. Among the teams will be students from Cedar International, Elmore Stoutt, and Bregado Flax schools as well as the Youth Empowerment Project.

The event is from 10am – 3pm at the A.O. Shirley Recreational Grounds.

If time permits attendees can pay $1 per arrow to shoot and test their skills.

For more information please contact Ritseenya Georges via email at Rgeorges@archerybvi.org or at 340-6799.

Myett’s Cane Garden Bay is having an Art Party this Sunday, 26th and every other Sunday from 1–4pm.

Come out to paint while sipping on some wine and discover your inner artist. Art instruction, apron, canvas, paints, easel and brushes will be provided.

The fee is $38 per person and includes a glass of wine and light snack during the break. Reservations are required as seats are limited.

This event is in conjunction with Myett’s monthly Art & Wine show in the Garden.

Relay Meet For more information or to reserve your spot The Johnny Hassim Relays are this Saturday, please email Val at val@myetts.com or by calling 25th at the A. O. Shirley Recreation Grounds.

495-9649.

Visiting countries are St. Croix, St. Thomas, Anguilla, Antigua and Montserrat. Games begin at Dab That Tune 4pm sharp.

Wednesdays at Myett’s Chill Zone, Tortola Pier Park and Thursdays at Myett’s, Cane Garden Bay Grand Opening just got interesting as they present Dab That Tune.

Today at 6pm the EC Soap Co., Wickhams Come out and experience the latest in enter- Cay II shop will officially open their doors. tainment craze. Enjoy some music, prizes, food, Come out and enjoy a night of shopping, fun drinks, fun and much more. The new game show and music along with some food, wine, arts, craft is for all ages. and a special performance by Jalena. DJ Got Milk will provide music.

Mardi Gras Party For more information please call 346-1023.

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THURSDAY FEB 23 Cane Garden Bay

ROAD TOWN PIER PARK — Myett’s “Chill Zone” 2 for 1 Specialty Mojito’s 5–7pm PIER PARK – “Aromas Cigar & Martini Bar” Thirsty Thursdays w/ Drink Specials for Ladies ALL NIGHT, Live DJ from 9pm CANE GARDEN BAY

Myett’s Garden & Grill Myett’s Garden Inn Myett’s Sea Spa Olivia’s Corner Store Myett’s Business Center 284•495•9649 www.myetts.com

MYETT’S – Open 8am-11pm. Happy Hour 5-7pm w/ live music by Candy Man. Dab That Tune @ 7pm QUITO’S – Open 4pm. Happy Hour/Marcus Mark 5–7pm & Dinner from 8pm Third Dimension. Open Upstairs @Quito’s from 6pm WEST END PUSSERS — Music by Bill McKay 7– 9:30pm

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FRIDAY FEB 24 ROAD TOWN

Chill Zone Waterfront Bar Tortola Pier Park

PIER PARK — Myett’s “Chill Zone” TGIF Party with DJ Triple. Happy Hour 5 – 7pm

WEST END PUSSERS — Music by Bill McKay 7–9:30pm SATURDAY - FEB 25 ROAD TOWN PIER PARK — Myett’s “Chill Zone” 2 for 1 Pizzas & “Cheeky Tourist” party with DJ Got Milk (prizes for the best dressed tourist) 7pm PIER PARK – “Aromas Cigar & Martini Bar” Endless Mimosas & Bloody Marys $20.00 from noon – 5pm A. O. Shirley Recreational Grounds – Archery BVI National Outdoor Challenge 10am–3pm A. O. Shirley Recreational Grounds – Johnny Hassim Relays 4pm PARAQUITA BAY HLSCC – Eileen Parsons Auditorium – 3 Penny Opera @ 7pm

PIER PARK — “Aromas Cigar & Martini Bar” Corporate Happy Hour form 5pm. Drink Specials CANE GARDEN BAY all night, DJ from 9pm MYETT’S — “ No Ship Day” Open 8am-11pm.

WICKHAMS CAY II – Grand Opening of EC Soap Happy hour 5–7pm w/Marcus Mark & Evolution Co. Jalena & DJ Got Milk from 6pm Band @7pm CANE GARDEN BAY QUITO’S – Open 4pm. Happy Hour & Dinner w/ Too Smooth. Complimentary Green Flash Shot MYETT’S — Open 8am-11pm. Happy Hour at Sunset. Open Upstairs @Quito’s from 6pm 5-7pm w/Marlon. Jalena performs @ 7pm WEST END

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QUITO’S – Open 10am. Lunch w/Oren Hodge.

Happy Hour - 5-7pm Third Dimension & Dinner from 8pm The Edge. Open Upstairs @Quito’s from 6pm

PUSSERS — Music by Bill McKay 7– 9:30pm

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TUESDAY - FEB 28

SUNDAY - FEB 26 ROAD TOWN

ROAD TOWN

PIER PARK — Myett’s “Chill Zone” Closed

PIER PARK — Myett’s “Chill Zone” “Fat Tuesday” “Mardi Gras” Party Happy Hour 5–7pm (Beads & Masks & Specials)

PIER PARK — “Aromas Cigar & Martini Bar” Sunday Fun Day $3 Beers, $5 Hennessey, Drink Specials from 4pm CANE GARDEN BAY MYETT’S — Brunch 10am–2pm. Art Party, Art Show, Wine Tasting & Farmers Market 1–5pm.

Live music – Akim 1–4pm & Marcus Mark @7pm QUITO’S – Open 10am. Pan Man Jazz for Dinner from 8pm. Special – Happy Hour $2 beers PARADISE CLUB – Dominican Republic Party. DJ Eagle & DJ Fuggu MONDAY - FEB 27 ROAD TOWN PIER PARK — Myett’s “Chill Zone” Margarita Monday! 2 for 1 Specialty Margaritas. Happy Hour 5–7pm PIER PARK — “Aromas Cigar & Martini Bar” Martini Mondays $6 Martinis ALL NIGHT CANE GARDEN BAY MYETT’S — 2 for 1 Margaritas & Mexican Munchies @ Happy Hour 5–7pm. Al ‘The Singing Chef’ @ 7 QUITO’S – Open 4pm. Happy Hour w/ Caave Stoutt 5–7pm. Open Upstairs @Quito’s from 6pm WEST END PUSSERS — Music by Bill McKay 7– 9:30pm

UPCOMING EVENTS

PIER PARK — “Aromas Cigar & Martini Bar” Taco Tuesdays – $2 Tacos, $3 Corona, $4 Margaritas ALL NIGHT CANE GARDEN BAY MYETT’S — Happy Hour 5–7pm. Mardi Gras Party w/Evolution Band @7pm. Cajun Specials.

QUITO’S – Open 10am. Lunch 12–2:30pm w/ Marcus Mark. Happy Hour 5-7pm w/Marcus Mark & Dinner from 8pm w/Quito Solo WEDNESDAY - MAR 1 ROAD TOWN PIER PARK — Myett’s “Chill Zone” Roti Wednesday. Delicious fresh made rotis. Dab Dat Tune ( Prizes & Drink Specials) @7pm PIER PARK — “Aromas Cigar & Martini Bar” Wine down Wednesdays 1/2 off House Wines ALL NIGHT

Music Fest – Mar 11 Anegada Race – Mar 3–6 Wine & Paint Night – Mar 9 Coral Creek Band – 10–11 De Outdoors – Mar 11 Gaming Night – Mar 11 Reverend Raven – 17-18

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Ms. Gorgeous – Mar 18

MYETT’S — Open 8am-11pm. Sunset happy hour 5-7pm w/ Marlon “Pan Jazz”, Caave live @ 7pm

Blue Jeans Party – Mar 18

Big Mike & The Blu City QUITO’S – Open 10am. Happy Hour 5–7pm Quito All Stars – 21-22 Solo & Dinner from 8pm Too Smooth. Open No Man’s Land Upstairs @Quito’s from 6pm – Mar 25 WEST END Jeff White & Soul Taxi – Mar 28-29 PUSSERS — Music by Bill McKay 7– 9:30pm BVI Spring Regatta – Mar 27 – Apr 2 Prince & Princess (VG) – Apr 2

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Moana Disney’s spin on Polynesian legends is a delightful oceanic adventure story that just happens to have a Pacific island princess in the lead.

Full of gorgeous ocean scenes and music by Hamilton’s Lin-Manuel Miranda, this one is definitely fun for the whole family.

The movie opens with a beautifully stylized tale of Te Fiti, a goddess of life and new islands, having her heart stolen by the demigod Maui (he’s kind of a South Pacific Hercules).

The animation style changes to a more familiar Disney look and we see that the tale is being told to a group of small children by a village elder, who explains that the loss of Te Fiti’s heart could lead to ecological disaster. Among the rapt listeners is Moana (played by Auli’i Cravalho).

We learn that like her babysitting grandmother, Moana has always been drawn to the sea, but her father, the island’s protective chief, has forbidden anyone on their island to venture past the reef that surrounds it.

Instead, Moana grows up turning her attention to being a good leader and successor to her father.

Moana’s leadership skills are put to the test, however, when fishermen report that the island’s reef is empty, and farmers share that many of their plants are diseased. Instinctively, Moana knows that this is the real life ecological disaster promised in the legend of Te Fiti.

After she discovers a cache of open ocean

sailboats and learns her people’s history as voyagers, Moana sets out to find Maui and make him return Te Fiti’s heart.

Helped by the sea, it doesn’t take long for Moana to meet up with Maui (voiced by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson) but she’s going to have to work hard to convince him to help her, and he can’t do much until he gets his legendary fishing hook back from the realm of monsters.

The challenges the pair face making their way across the Pacific and through the realm of monsters aren’t even the end of their task, since they still have to find a way to get Te Fiti her heart back.

Moana is available on streaming services like Amazon and Fandango now, and is coming to DVD March 7.

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By Dean “The Sportsman” Greenaway

Softball returning to its roots field was lighted in 1982, saw the decline of young pitchers’ development.

Chinnery, who has been assiduously working on the development of Women’s Softball since he returned to the territory in the late 1990s, said one of his plans is to have games played in the different communities so that people that don’t want to come to Road Town can see games in their area.

“These will mostly be women’s games because the sizes of some ballparks, Capoons Bay for example, the left field is entirely too short.”

Chinnery noted. “I have to find out about the condition of other fields so we can play games in those other communities.”

Lack of pitchers is one challenge facing the sport. Chinnery said that there have been discussions about bringing in coaches to work on this critical area.

Regarding the 2017 league, Chinnery said March 11 has been set as opening day. Five women’s teams, two more than last year and five men’s teams have registered for the league, which he says should be competitive.

The Pythons, which he coached to 66 straight victories and four successive titles then sat out last year as many of the players went off to college, has split into two teams. Chinnery added that while developing a women’s team for the 2024 or 2028 Olympic Games would be a ‘tall order,’ the plan is to identify players through a Primary Schools league in conjunction with the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports.

Newly elected BVI Softball Association president Terry “Chino” Chinnery, is speaking a language I fully endorse—taking softball back to communities. Taking sports out of communities and centralizing them in Road Town was one of the most unfortunate decisions taken about sports development during the late 70s and early 80s.

While it was perhaps exciting then, the longterm ramifications have been huge. Grounds across the territory in which cricket and softball were played in particular, became abandoned. If one wanted to see those sports, they had to go to Road Town, instead of being able to walk in your community to enjoy a game.

Over the years, community based teams drastically changed. Everyone wanted to win and as a consequence, the best players available from outside communities were drafted into teams. Winning, not development, became the focus. The pride of having a community based team vanished. Remember the Byrds’ association with Sea Cows Boy or the last remnant, the Blue Wings? While times have changed, young players were not gravitating towards those sports and wanted to be the next big name in the community.

In softball in particular, this signaled the death of pitching! This year marks exactly 30 years since a BVI National Softball team played Cuba in the bronze medal game at the 1987 Pan Am Games, where they suffered a narrow 4-3 loss. The move that began earlier in the 80s, particularly when the now E. Walwyn “GM” Brewley Limin’Times Entertainment Gude

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