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A. Lange & Söhne has been creating fine timepieces since 1845 and is the only non-Swiss watchmaker who commands a position at the pinnacle of watchmaking. The youngest of the “Big Four” has rightfully earned the reputation of “making the impossible, possible” among connoisseurs! A prodigious innovator, A. Lange & Söhne timepieces are highly sought-after by uncompromising aficionados. Every Lange watch is made to last a lifetime...
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MISCELLANY CONTENTS In This Issue...
MISCELLANY
12 Table of Contents 14 From the Editor 16 Bits & Pieces 18 Coming Up 70 Directory 72 Island Map & Advertiser Index 74 Last Word
WHO PERSONALITIES
20 Hollywood Dreams
Amasha Richards.
22 A Promise Well Kept
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Dr. Louis Bardfield.
HOW
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COMMUNITY
24 Progressive Thinking
The Anguilla Progressive Association of New York (APANY).
26 Feeding a Need
AXA Cares Food Bank.
27 Original Philanthropy
Anguillian jollification.
29 For a Good Cause
Other worthy causes.
WHEN HISTORY
30 All in the Past
Colville Petty releases new history book.
WHAT WINE & DINE
32 Enlightened Hospitality
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32 Amasha Richards
Ditching her shyness for a more confident outlook, Amasha Richards is ready for the bright lights of stage and screen.
WINE & DINE |
Straw Hat Restaurant
Change is the only constant as Peter Parles reflects on Straw Hat’s longevity.
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36 Eastern Standard
Chef Ken Lin and ChaCha San Restaurant.
FASHION
38 Giving Is...
The-cleansing nature of giving.
FEATURES YOUTH AND CULTURE FEATURE 44 Youth Special Feature
Anguilla Youth Parliament, National Youth Council and Youth Week 2015
COVER FEATURE
48 Profiles in Giving
Six people making Anguilla a better place.
WHERE PROPERTY 60 Rebirth
38 FASHION |
Giving Is...
Perfectly clad in some of the season’s trendiest pieces, Melise discovers the soul-cleansing nature of giving.
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Profiles in Giving
Six people actively working to make Anguilla a better place.
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68 Up and Running
Anguilla Race Against AIDS.
68 Off the Beaten Path
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MISCELLANY FROM THE EDITOR DESIGN ANGUILLA MAGAZINE ISSUE 13 November/December 2015 EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Orrett Wynter ASSOCIATE EDITOR Ellen Fishbein EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Shamar Gaskin PHOTOGRAPHY Josveek Huligar Orrett H. Wynter Cover Graphic “The Giving Tree” Contact P.O. Box 5050, The Valley Anguilla, BWI e-mail: info@designanguilla.com web: http://designanguilla.com phone: (264) 584 8886 / 9503 http://facebook.com/designanguilla http://twitter.com/designanguilla Advertising Inquiries sales@designanguilla.com http://designanguilla.com/advertise Subscriptions subscriptions@designanguilla.com http://designanguilla.com/subscribe Read Online http://designanguilla.com/digital
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e are pleased to welcome you to our 3rd anniversary issue. It’s been a fun and interesting ride so far. We’ve seen plenty, done a fair bit, met some very interesting people and had tons of fun along the way. Our 4th year starts off with us paying homage to what is the quintessential Anguillian way of living – giving. Long before philanthropy became the buzzword it is today, Anguillian people simply took care of their neighbours whenever they needed help. Much of what makes this island beloved by many is that enduring spirit of community so elusive in many other places. We trace the roots of one of the iconic forms of giving in Anguilla – the jollification, which was a way for neighbours to look out for each other in a time of shared struggle. We talk to a few individuals who are actively giving back to the community, whether through time and labour, utilizing whatever particular skills they may have, or via financial resources. After all, it does take cash to care. Still, others have created a framework that should see their efforts perpetuate for years to come. We also explore a few of the many community-focused organizations, each one with Anguilla at heart. Our cover art is our impression of ‘the giving tree’ – an idea centred on acts of selflessness so befitting of the stories we’ve uncovered. Enjoy reading as we look ahead to many more years of bringing the very best of Anguilla to you.
Orrett H. Wynter Editor
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Other Photo Credits MOVE Dance Festival; Band Clash; August Monday Beach Party, pg. 16: Josveek Huligar Sunset Homes Fun Day, pg. 16: courtesy of Sunset Homes Island-wide Clean up, pg. 16: Kenroy Herbert Shara Proctor, pg. 16: ITAR-TASS Photo Agency Anguilla Fashion Expo; ACOCI Golf, pg. 18: Josveek Huligar FWD Dancing with Stars pg. 18: courtesy of FWD APANY Dinner; Check Donation, pg. 24: courtesy of APANY AXA Cares Food Bank, pg. 26: Josveek Huligar Jollification, pg. 28: courtesy of The Heritage Collection Museum Colville Petty portrait, pg. 30: courtesy of Colville Petty Straw Hat dishes, pgs. 32 and 34: Peter Parles Cha Cha San dishes, pg. 36: courtesy of Cha Cha San Anguilla Youth Parliament, pgs. 44-45: courtesy of The Department of Youth and Culture Tim Reynolds portrait, pg. 52: courtesy of Tim Reynolds Greig Hughes portrait, pg. 58: courtesy of Greig Hughes Acknowledgements
We would like to thank everyone who has helped to make this issue possible, which include, but is certainly not limited to the following people: Amasha Richards, Dr. Louis Bardfield, Carlson Connor-Lloyd, Calvin Bartlett, Charlotte Berglund, Claudette Bryan, Hon. Cora Richardson-Hodge, Josette Duncan, Pastor Gareth Hodge, Colville L. Petty, Peter Parles, Jeremy Leech, Ken Lin, Melise Peffer, Clemvio Hodge, Hackeem Alves, Jonice Louden, Jackie Pascher, Tim Reynolds, Denecia Niles, Zenya Greenaway, Greig Hughes, Tim Jahn, Bruce Hearn, Eva Baran, Gina Forte, Deborah Berke, Scott Salvator, Elaine Hearn, Jermaine Payne, Josveek Huligar. Also to every single person who has contributed, supported, or just had kind words to over the past 3 years, we’d just like to say a very heartfelt thanks. We simply wouldn’t be here if not for you. Design Anguilla Magazine is published four times a year by DO Media Ltd., and is distributed at hotels, villas, restaurants and ports of entry in Anguilla. This publication has been compiled and reproduced with the utmost care to ensure that the information is up to date and accurate. However, the information may contain inaccuracies or typographical errors. The publisher accepts no responsibility for such typographical or other errors. No part of Design Anguilla Magazine may be reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written consent. The views expressed by the contributors are not necessarily those of Design Anguilla Magazine.
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MISCELLANY BITS & PIECES
SUNSET HOMES FUN DAY
Property Development firm, Sunset Homes held its 13th annual fun day for the families of Stoney Ground and neighbouring villages on August 29th. The event was filled with fun games, contests, food and drinks, with prizes and gifts of back-to-school items provided for the over 150 children who attended.
ISLANDWIDE CLEAN-UP
Across Anguilla, approximately 120 volunteers participated in a massive islandwide clean-up on September 12-13. About 500 bags of garbage were collected along with 20 truck loads of bulky waste. What started out as a social media campaign has grown to become a larger push for a cleaner Anguilla.
SUMMER FESTIVAL 2015
Summer Festival 2015 was another great success with thousands of revellers on island participating in the two week-long event schedule. Highlights include Exodus HD repeating as Road March Champions - the band’s third in a row - as well as winning the Band Clash competition. Chelsey Hughes was crowned Miss Anguilla, while Daniella ‘Lioness’ Richardson took home both the Groovy and Power Soca Monarch titles. Out at sea, Real Deal won both the coveted August Monday and August Thursday Boat Races, with SuperStar taking the Champion of Champions title. There was also plenty of entertainment on stage with on-stage appearances throughout the Festival by renowned Dancehall artiste Beenie Man, soca legend Machel Montano, as well as Barbados soca band, Krosfyah.
‘MOVE’ DANCE FESTIVAL
Saturday, 24th October saw Klassique Academy of Dance and Performing Arts hosting the 4th annual ‘MOVE’ Regional Dance Festival – a one-night recital showcasing performances across a wide range of dance genres. Local dance academies Klassique and From Within Dance were joined by other groups from the region, including dance companies from Antigua, St. Kitts, Nevis, St. Martin/St. Maarten, Tortola and St. Croix in what was a memorable night.
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ANGUILLIANS EXCEL AT TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPS
Anguillian-born, British athlete Shara Proctor set a new British record of 7.07m on her way to claiming a silver medal in the Women’s long jump at the IAAF World Athletics Championship in Beijing, China. It was her first Champs medal, having missed out in her first few attempts. Zharnel Hughes, also competing under the British flag, placed 5th in the men’s 200m, with a personal best of 20.02s, behind his training partner, and world record-holder, Usain Bolt.
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Hollywood Dreams DITCHING HER SHYNESS FOR A MORE CONFIDENT OUTLOOK, AMASHA RICHARDS IS READY FOR THE BRIGHT LIGHTS OF S TA G E A N D S C R E E N | by Shamar Gaskin
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earing the name ‘Amasha Richards’ at the 2013 Miss Anguilla Pageant surprised many. “Miss Anguilla was life-changing – I used to be the quietest person in my class,” she laughs. “The teacher would ask me a question; I would stare and not say a word.” Now, Amasha is pursuing a career in modelling and acting. But though her confidence in front of the camera is new, her passion for the performing arts stems from a childhood love of plays. “What amazed me was that these people were able to change who they were and just be somebody else,” she shares. The Dominica-born 26-year-old moved with her mother to Anguilla at a tender age. It was a challenging time. “I didn’t have it easy growing up,” she remembers. “But, I don’t think that people’s circumstances have to determine their future.” Today, after learning the trade at the London School of Beauty & Make-Up, Amasha has established herself as a gifted makeup artist. Interestingly, she keeps her own makeup light. “I believe that people should be able to face the world without it,” she explains. Face the world she does. Earlier this year, Amasha took part in the Music Modelling and Talent Showcase (MMTS), the world’s only talent showcase specifically targeting Caribbean performers. “It’s all about education,” she says, “and giving Caribbean talent an opportunity to make the next step into the industry.” Amasha impressed, catching the eye of a talent agency, Angie’s AMTI, which took her on board. Now, Amasha can dedicate even more time and effort into developing her skills. “I work every day, reciting lines and videotaping myself doing scripts.” Casting opportunities have started popping up almost immediately. The former shy girl is now being asked to audition for TV commercials, modelling shoots, and even for a part on the Emmy-winning Netflix Original series Orange is the New Black. Hollywood beckons, and Amasha can barely contain her excitement. “My goal is to someday be in a movie with Angelina Jolie,” she laughs. “She’s my favourite
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ABOVE Amasha Richards has her eyes set on being on the big screen.
“… the talent coming up in Anguilla is amazing. Even though Anguilla may be small, this place has tremendous potential.” —AMASHA RICHARDS
actress. When she’s on screen, you can feel the passion. I think we’re a bit alike as well – she is a rebel.” She also hopes to serve as inspiration for other young, local artists. “I think that the talent that is coming up right now in Anguilla is amazing,” she says. “Even though Anguilla may be small, this place has tremendous potential.” Amasha maintains close ties to home and was understandably concerned after Tropical Storm Erika devastated Dominica in August of this year. Together with a group of other Dominican nationals living in Anguilla, she helped organize a fundraising concert in early October to add to the aid coming from the rest of the island. “I want to be happy,” Amasha concludes. “And being happy means having the ability to give back to the community and be a positive influence on younger people.” AXA
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WHO PERSONALITIES LEFT Dr. Louis Bardfied at his George Hill office, where is practice has been located since his move to Anguilla in 1983.
A Promise Well Kept T H O U S A N D S O F A N G U I L L I A N S S E E C L E A R LY T H A N K S T O THE YEARS OF SERVICE OF DR. LOUIS BARDFIELD. AS HE N E A R S R E T I R E M E N T, H E L O O K S B A C K O N H I S E X P E R I E N C E S – A N D T H E C H A N C E M E E T I N G T H AT B R O U G H T H I M H E R E I N T H E F I R S T P L A C E . | by Orrett H. Wynter
“I love Anguilla, and I love helping people... if I can help someone, that means a lot more than putting money in the bank.” —DR. LOUIS BARDFIELD 22
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hile visiting Anguilla in 1979, Dr. Louis Bardfield, an accomplished optometrist, clinical professor, and former Director of Professional Services at American Optical, met the then-Chief Minister Ronald Webster. It was a match made in heaven. “When he found out what I did for a living, he asked me to move here,” Bardfield explains. “There was no eye care at all on the island. So, I promised him that I would come down and set up.” Bardfield had just sold his contact lens manufacturing company, Custom Lens Lab Inc., where he had helped develop the Custom Flex soft contact lens, and had several commitments in the immediate aftermath. So, it wasn’t until 1983 that he was able to move to Anguilla to start his new practice – but it made a difference immediately. “Patients didn’t have to leave to get treatment,” he says. “Fortunately for the people of the island, it was a very positive move.” In the years since, the Anguilla Vision Center has
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provided a high standard of eye care to the island, complete with high-tech equipment, such as lasers to treat diabetic patients. Three accomplished ophthalmologists visit regularly to give more specialized care. “Right now, [our patients] probably have the same care they would if they were living in the United States,” says Bardfield. “In the U.S., without insurance, a cataract operation would average anywhere from U.S. $3500 and up. Here, the fee to locals is presently less than half of that. The people here are really getting a bargain.” Today, Bardfield is glad to have fulfilled that initial promise to Ronald Webster, and he’s ready to relax. “I’m trying to retire. I just celebrated my 80th birthday last April,” he laughs, “so I think it is time.” His contributions, which have also included years of involvement with Anguilla Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club, haven’t gone unnoticed. In 2005, Dr. Bardfield was awarded an MBE (Member of The Excellent Order of The British Empire) by Her Royal Majesty, Queen Elizabeth and which was presented to Dr. Bardfield at Buckingham Palace by His Royal Highness Prince Charles for Bardfield’s “Contribution to the eye care of the people of Anguilla.” But it’s the intangibles that have kept him here all these years. Bardfield recalls a time when his visiting mother called him with a flat tire, not knowing what to do. He offered to pick her up. “By the time I got to her car, there were four people changing the tire, and my mother was all set,” he remembers, laughing. “That is what happens here in Anguilla.” “I love Anguilla, and I love helping people,” he affirms. “There is more to life than money, and if I can help someone, that means a lot more to me than putting money in the bank.” AXA
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HOW COMMUNITY
ABOVE APANY’s president, Carlson Connor-Lloyd donating funds to the Red Cross wheelchair bus programme, which was completed in 2014. LEFT APANY’s recent fundraising Annual Dinner and Awards Dance.
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ounded in 1996, the Anguilla Progressive Association of New York (APANY) has been heavily involved in the development of economic, social, educational, and cultural opportunities for Anguillians, both at home and in the diaspora. Because of APANY’s 501(c)(3) status, donors in the United States can make tax-deductible donations that are then distributed to various Anguillian charities. As one of the original members, and APANY’s president since 2006, Carlson Connor-Lloyd reflects on the group’s formation: “When Hurricane Luis devastated the island, a group of concerned Anguillians met in Manhattan, to form an organization because we saw the need.” APANY began as a means of raising funds to benefit the island by reaching out to all those interested in Anguilla, carrying on the tradition started by The Anguilla Progressive Society of New York back in 1923. Connor-Lloyd himself ended up in the United States after leaving Anguilla in 1963 to study abroad, first in the U.S. Virgin Islands and later in Brooklyn. There, he built a career in Dental Technology, making bridges and other oral appliances, as well as a 17-year history as a real estate broker. Like Connor-Lloyd, APANY’s membership doesn’t live on the island, but they’re committed to helping educate Anguillian youth; APANY has provided more than $20,000 in grants to help students learn and better support the island upon their return.
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APANY began as a means of raising funds for the island by reaching out to people concerned about Anguilla.
One exciting project APANY is currently sponsoring is the First Anguilla Sculpture Symposium, November 9-27, 2015. “It’s a major sculpture project that has about three or four sculptors providing large sculptures for Anguilla,” explains Connor-Lloyd. This three-week event will be free to the public, giving visitors the opportunity to experience art first-hand. Other organizations that have received significant support from APANY include the Anguilla Red Cross, The Anguilla Diabetic Foundation, the Tennis Academy, and the Anguilla Community College. Funding comes from various sources, but the main fund-raising event is the Annual Dinner and Awards Dance where Anguillians in the diaspora, as well as those living on the island are formally awarded for their contributions to their communities. Calvin Bartlett, APANY’s Advisor and Strategic Planning Officer, affirms that APANY will keep supporting efforts to improve Anguilla for years to come. “We have two signature programs, the Anguilla Student Heritage Fund and a Community Center – something that we want to put as a signature on 2016 to commemorate our anniversary,” Bartlett shares. “After supporting a lot of small projects in Anguilla, we want something that is really lasting.” APANY envisions the community center as a gathering place for all ages, “where everyone can meet and socialize: training for the youth, a place where seniors can come from their nursing homes and crochet or dance or just have fun.” Now in its 20th year, APANY is grateful for the support it has received so far and welcomes contributions of any size to continue its dedicated service to the people of Anguilla. AXA
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HOW COMMUNITY LEFT Carol Gilbert, Claudette Bryan, Linda Halischuk and Charlotte Berglund of the AXA Cares Food Bank packing boxes to distribute to families.
Feeding A Need THE AXA CARES FOOD BANK IS COMMITTED TO H E L P I N G FA M I L I E S I N N E E D | by Orrett H. Wynter
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ack in September of 2011, Charlotte Berglund and Claudette Bryan were deeply concerned by the number of Anguillians they knew personally that were struggling to make ends meet. As Berglund describes it, “[Families in crisis] can’t come to a decision, ‘Do I pay the mortgage or buy food?’” At Berglund’s suggestion, the two decided that a food bank would be a great way to help those they felt were most in need. From the East End, and very active in her community, Bryan sought help from some of her contacts in the community, as they were both in agreement that it would be too much work for just the two of them. “We approached different committees like the Welches Fest and Festival de Noel and began to put the group together,” Bryan explains. “We wanted to start in December of 2011 but there wouldn’t have been enough time to get a non-governmental organization registered.” Bryan decided to approach the H.O.P.E (Helping Our People Excel) Centre, which was about to open in the community, and had the necessary infrastructure in place, with the idea of creating the AXA Cares Food Bank under the Centre’s umbrella. The H.O.P.E Centre, which also launched in December 2011, is a non-profit that provides mentorship and educational support – including afterschool support, continuing education and research portals – primarily to young people, in the East End and surrounding communities. H.O.P.E Centre founder, current Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Cora Richardson-Hodge, embraced the idea. This partnership, along with a very generous donation from an anonymous donor, allowed them to get to work immediately, helping 38 families during their first Christmas in 2011. “It had a marvellous impact,” Bryan says. “We were able to help a lot of families then, and especially now, as some really need the assistance.” The AXA Cares Food Bank receives support through contributions from various businesses, community organizations, and individuals. Bryan and Berglund use these donations to purchase items in bulk, and then pack smaller parcels for twice-monthly distribution from the Food Bank.
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“We think of it as a hand up, not a hand out... to help people to get to where they can take care of themselves.” —CHARLOTTE BERGLUND
Though they’d like to do more, currently the group is able to make do with roughly US $2000 each month, a fact of which Berglund is especially proud. “We are getting pretty good at finding deals and taking food off managers’ hands,” Charlotte smiles. The Food Bank also receives donations of items directly from shoppers through collection barrels placed at grocery stores throughout the island, oftentimes items that might be too expensive for the food bank to purchase. Though on-going funding is a challenge, surprisingly, one of the largest issues faced by the organization is the regular availability of certain staples in the quantities the Food Bank requires. “Sometimes we can’t get rice...or beans,” Berglund explains. “The stores may have on their shelves, but they don’t have enough to sell us cases of it.” Despite the challenges, the Food Bank, whose members now include Blondelle Rodgiers, Carol Gilbert and Linda Halischuk, has increased the number of families helped to nearly 120, though this is a number in flux as families whose circumstances have improved ask to be removed from their list. “We prefer to think of it as a hand up, rather than a hand-out,” says Berglund. “We want to help people to get to where they can take care of themselves again. [Hopefully], there will be a time when we won’t be as needed anymore.” AXA
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of cash or grocery items to fulfil their objectives. For more information on how to help, contact the H.O.P.E. Centre via telephone: (264) 497-0991; or email: hopeforanguilla@gmail.com.
Original Philanthropy IN THE OLDEN DAYS, GIVING WAS A WAY TO BRING COMMUNITIES TOGETHER
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he Anguillian jollification is a form of economic collaboration (à la crowd-funding) that arose during a period of extreme hardship and poverty on the island. To accomplish certain goals, whether the planting of crops, or the building and launching of seafaring vessels, required that the community pooled the one resource it had in abundance – labour – to help each other. No money would change hands, but that is largely irrelevant, as there was precious little available anyway. Reciprocal labour is a form of informal social protection where a community’s needs are met with an appropriate response. It’s the perfect case of charity beginning close to home as community members are ideally placed to understand the needs of their neighbours. It’s not a uniquely Anguillian thing, finding its roots in African tradition where, even today, different cultures practice it in one shape or another. In many communities in Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, and others, neighbours come together to help each other plough their farms, alternating from one farm to the next, until all were complete. Closer to home, these informal systems of assistance have been seen on other islands in the region as well where, no doubt, these traditions were brought over and still persist. What gives the Anguillian system its moniker, though, is the merriment that accompanied it – a lot of it, no doubt, “spirit” fuelled – with lots of singing and dancing, as the men tended to the fields while the women handled the cooking and refreshments. On an island that seemingly had little to be happy about – drought, storms, lack of basic services and infrastructure, and an all-round difficult existence – the jollification served to lighten spirits, while lending a hand to others in need and, in doing so, bringing communities ever closer. In this way, for Anguilla, the jollification is the original giving. AXA
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HOW COMMUNITY FOR A GOOD CAUSE: MORE CHANCES TO GET INVOLVED
ANGUILLA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION The Anguilla Community Foundation was founded with the goal of building a permanent collection of endowed funds for the long-term benefit of the Anguilla community. It identifies community needs and seek to match them with the interest of donors. A registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Foundation provides a vehicle for tax-deductible contributions from the U.S. Tel.: (264) 476-5162 Email: brichardsonlake@yahoo.com Web: www.acf.org.ai
FAITH FOUNDATION The Faith Foundation aims to raise awareness of the rising levels of gun violence on the island, and the effects it has on the victims and their families. faithfoundationaxa@gmail.com
SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL A non-profit organization for business and professional women who work to improve the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world. Tel.: (264) 497-3509 Web: www.sorotpimist.ai
ROTARY CLUB OF ANGUILLA Rotary is a Non-Profit Organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. District 7020; Club #6796
Web: www.7020.org
ANGUILLA CANCER SOCIETY Creates awareness among the general public by promoting early detection through educational programmes, encouraging and promoting a healthy lifestyle through diet and exercise, and providing a network of support to persons affected by cancer. Tel.: (264) 497-3763 Email. axacancersociety@gmail.com
OPTIMIST CLUB OF ANGUILLA Optimist International is a worldwide volunteer organization conducting positive service projects aimed at bringing out the best in children and providing a helping hand to youth. Tel.: (264) 235-2866 Facebook: @Optimist-Club-of-Anguilla
ANGUILLA COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK ACAN is the only non-profit, non-governmental organisation on Anguilla whose main mandate is to support persons living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. The organisation aims to facilitate an integrated and innovative HIV/AIDS response in Anguilla. Tel.: (264) 729-8490 Email: acanfoundation@gmail.com
WHEN HISTORY LEFT Colville Petty’s latest book, the second edition of his A Handbook History of Anguilla, continues the work he began in the first book, including additional information on pre-colonial historical events, as well as more recent happenings.
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ith much fanfare, historian Colville L. Petty, OBE, launched his latest book – the second edition of his beloved A Handbook History of Anguilla. First published in 1991, the book is a chronological account of the island’s history and a staple of school curricula across the island. “There was a lot of demand for it,” Petty says of the decision to update the book. “[The first edition] was out of print, but it also had some shortcomings.” Picking the research up where he’d left off, Petty uncovered and included more information over a longer period, beginning in the era of the original Amerindian settlers (rather than at colonization) and ending in 2015. The Handbook is an easy read, succinctly telling the ‘who, what, when, where’ story of each notable moment. Detailed analyses of pivotal political events, such as an exhaustive narrative of the 1967 Anguilla revolution, sit alongside shorter notes on natural disasters like hurricanes Donna (1960), Luis (1995) and Lenny (1999). Obituaries of prominent Anguillians and tales of cultural happenings prelude offbeat minutia (e.g. the Customs Department’s receipt of a new patrol boat in 1996), but the combination weaves a rich tapestry of history and life on the island.
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Many consider Colville Petty to be the torch bearer for the island’s past, and his work is indispensable to the preservation of Anguillian history.
The grey-bearded, soft-spoken Petty began his love affair with history as a child, when he spent his time borrowing history books from his elder cousin, former Chief Minister Osbourne Fleming. Filled with passion, he went to the University of the West Indies with the intent to study History; but, with no foreign language background, he ended up studying Political Science instead. (He did, however, complete his M.A. in history years later). The history obsession continued through his years in the Public Service – where he served, variously, as Permanent Secretary, Supervisor of Elections, and even acting Deputy Governor – and his home office was slowly overrun by a growing collection of artifacts. After repeated suggestions to put them on display, Petty moved the pieces into his Heritage Collection Museum, which opened in December of 1996. Since his retirement, he has curated the collection full time. Petty’s other books include Bless Our Forebears and Anguilla’s Battle for Freedom, the latter written in conjunction with his good friend, Nat Hodge, owner of the Anguillian, where Petty is an editor. Many consider Colville Petty to be the torch bearer for the island’s past, and his work is indispensable to the preservation of Anguillian history. Concerned that his has been a mostly solitary pursuit, Petty continues to push for the collection and documentation of Anguilla’s historical events, man-made developments and natural disasters alike. One thing is certain: in future years, lovers of history will continue to feel the influence of Colville Petty, Anguilla’s faithful historian. AXA
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THIS PAGE Straw Hat owner Peter Parles hopes that new chef, Jeremy Leech’s (far left) wealth of culinary experience will offer a new take on the restaurant’s legacy of fresh food and casual dining.
Enlightened Hospitality C H A N G E I S T H E O N LY C O N S TA N T A S P E T E R PA R L E S R E F L E C T S O N S T R A W H AT ’ S L O N G E V I T Y | by Orrett H. Wynter
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n an island that can boast of having over 100 restaurants, many of which are top-notch by any measure, a fair amount of turnover is to be expected. Throw in the fact that the food business isn’t easy even at the best of times, and it’s fair to say that Straw Hat approaching its 20th anniversary is no mean feat. On its second location, and its latest in a line of talented, experienced chefs, Straw Hat is an Anguilla institution – on just about every visitor’s to-do list. Owner Peter Parles attributes their longevity to a certain level of unpretentiousness, coupled with excellent service, and good food, of course. “I think it was designed from the beginning to be a living, breathing entity,” he says. “That Straw Hat would have to change with the times, was a given. The idea of having a logo and a vision has been a constant, but our attitude and the delivery of service and hospitality has been dynamic.”
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“Straw Hat has never been about ‘a chef’, ‘a waitress’ or ‘a cook’, it is about the collective team.” —PETER PARLES
Peter and his wife Anne ditched the hustle of New York back in 1996, opening Straw Hat in Forest Bay, where they stayed until 2009. The restaurant, then, was iconic in itself, being housed in the old fishing wharf building on piles over the water. From the very beginning they were highly regarded, being named to Conde Nast Traveler’s “50 Hot Tables – The World’s Most Exciting Restaurants.” Now, at their current location at the Frangipani Beach Resort on Meads Bay, they’ve continued to excel and, last year, Fodor’s named them one of the Caribbean’s Top 10 restaurants. Building the brand has always been a major point for Peter. “Straw Hat isn’t one person,” he explains. “It has never been about ‘a chef’, ‘a waitress’ or ‘a cook’, it is about the collective team.” That philosophy has seen the restaurant continue to be highly regarded, even with the inevitable changes to key continued on page 34
A short stroll down Meads Bay beach, The seaview is astonishing, the staff warm and friendly! Situated on picturesque Meads Bay Beach, on the western end of the island is the beautiful Ocean Echo. The newest restaurant on Meads Bay offering fusion cooking with a local flair. Dillon, our bartender, with his knowledge and experience of a variety of exotic drinks, welcomes you with his signature drink RUMZIE. Visit us and enjoy the fresh catch of the day. Our delicious smoothies are the best.
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staff. This year, they’ve added a new chef, Jeremy Leech, whose culinary exploits have seen him start as a teenager in Portland, Oregon, before moving to Florida, then New York as well as running a food truck in, of all places, Bangkok. “It is a different place than what I am used to,” Jeremy confesses. “I was living in big cities, so it’s nice to have a little break from that.” Such worldly experience will immediately find its way on to the menu. “I will bring in a little bit of Thai flavour, a little bit of American flavour and then try to honour what is present in the Caribbean,” he says. “I tend to do a lot of research by going out to eat and tasting what people are eating here, so, expect some Anguillian delight to our menu. I can say about probably 40%-50% of the menu is going to remain the same.” Among the new menu items that Jeremy is looking to add is a cheesesteak, which he hopes will be a hit with guests. Those familiar with Straw Hat’s menu will recall that it has always evolved. That has been by design. “Our menu changes every year,” Peter explains. “We do try to give chefs some flexibility because cooking the same thing over and over can be boring for our staff, and for regular guests. We try to keep a formula where we always have great fish, steak, chicken… and goat, which we’ve had for many years. Preparation is determined by the chef and what their specialties are.” He continues, “We have always been fresh and local as much as we can... just by the nature of where we are. [For example] we have great fish here!” The more things change, though, the more Peter expects them to remain the same. “Over our twenty seasons, we have stayed fairly consistent,” he says. “Jeremy will certainly bring new, noticeable things to the table, but there will also be other things that I don’t think a lot of people will notice.” Reflecting on the last 20 years, and what the future holds, Peter comments, “I think that the initial vision is still there. I think the idea was to bring a certain level of service along with good food and a great atmosphere,” he says. “I think we have achieved that and we continue to achieve that year after year because of our staff and our stellar location.” AXA
Caribbean Asian
OPENING HOURS AND & CALENDAR OF EVENTS Main restaurant opens Tuesday to Sunday. Dinner 6:00 - 9:30 pm Tapas at da’Vida lounge 5:00 - 9:00 pm Happy hour Thursday thru Saturday 6:00 - 7:00 pm Live entertainment at da’Vida Lounge Friday and Saturday Bayside Bar and Grill opens daily from 10:00 am - 5:00pm
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“I love this job... it is a hobby, and a profession, and you get to make people happy.” —KEN LIN
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ha-Cha San just sounds like fun – and the name doesn’t lie. “Cha-Cha San” literally means “Mr. Tea,” (cha in Chinese – and Japanese – means “tea”, and san means “mister”) embodied by a life-sized dreadlocked, anime character who serves as the AsianCaribbean restaurant’s mascot. Cha-Cha San is one of only a handful of restaurants in Anguilla specializing in Asian food. Ken Lin, owner and executive chef, had travelled extensively before Anguilla – Europe, Asia, Africa, North America – but “I had never been in the Caribbean,” he says. “That’s why I liked the challenge.”
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Born to a family of chefs in Taiwan, Ken began cooking at age fourteen. He first arrived in Anguilla to work in CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa’s newly opened Japanese restaurant, Tokyo Bay, but after his contract ended, he decided to open his own restaurant. Ken had two reasons to stay: first, “I love this island… I fell in love with these local people.” Second, there’s always room to improve: “Asian cuisines are not only chicken and chips… I try to introduce a real, Asian flavor.” How does he do it? “Very simple: I just make sure my product is high quality all the time, and when the people taste it, they will understand.” Cha-Cha San transports you into an Asian oasis adorned with red Chinese lanterns and Japanese-style paper fixtures. The meals are simple, local, and seasonal. “We have access to amazing tomatoes, cucumbers, bok choi, these kinds of things. So it is pure,” Ken says of local produce. There’s also an abundance of seafood dishes on offer. “Anguillian seafood is the best in the world,” he says, with his menu serving up Caribbean favourites such as snapper and shrimp dishes, fresh from the ocean, mixed with classic Asian elements like coconut milk and lemongrass. The menu is also fun, with dishes named after local personalities, such as the Miss Anguilla 2010 (Shellya Rogers) sushi roll, which combines crab meat, lobster and avocado. There’s also the vegetarian Green Stir-Fry, named for local musical legend, Bankie Banx. “I think this is a brand-new idea,” Ken says. “On the island, you can find a lot of French and Italian restaurants, but I guess I am one of the first to do Caribbean-Asian.” Ken has brought worldly tastes to an island that he feels is “just like a family.” His love of Anguilla has taken him to the local high school, where he taught students how to prepare Asian foods such as spring rolls. He’s also planning to teach an Asian cooking course at the Anguilla Community College in the next year. With Cha-Cha San entering its third season, Ken couldn’t be happier. “I love this job,” he says. “You have everything at once—it is your hobby, it is your profession, and you get to make people happy.” AXA
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WHAT FASHION LIVING Knotted detail dyed dress : Nvie; Gold thread multi strand necklace, printed straw tote: Petals.
GIVING IS...
P E R F E C T LY C L A D I N S O M E O F T H E S E A S O N ’ S T R E N D I E S T P I E C E S F R O M S O M E O F A N G U I L L A’ S T O P FA S H I O N B O U T I Q U E S , M E L I S E D I S C O V E R S T H E T H E R A P E U T I C , S O U L - C L E A N S I N G N AT U R E O F T H E A R T O F G I V I N G . Styling: Charla Hobson | Photos: Orrett Wynter | Makeup: Dalicia Carty | Model: Melise Peffer
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• Wide selection of fragrances • Gold and Sterling Silver Jewelry • Citizen Watches • Revlon and Iman cosmetics
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FREEING Printed statement top: Irie Life; Crochet fitted maxi skirt: Janvel’s; Earrings, Necklace: AXA Signature Jewelry.
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at the Frangipani Beach Resort jewelry designer beachwear, beach bags sunglasses hats & visors switchflops footwear t-shirts perfumes & lotions signature soap ‘Beaches’ local art fun accessories
EASY Stripped Tunic: Irie Life; Printed Palazzo Pants, Necklace: Janvel’s; Leopard Print Purse: Nvie.
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FULFILLING Jeweled brand logo top, body chain, necklace, earrings: AXA Signature Jewelry; Army Green Torn Jeans, purse, shoes: Nvie.
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PROFILES IN
GIVING
T H E S P I R I T O F G I V I N G I S A L I V E A N D W E L L . F R O M A W A L L S T R E E T V E T E RA N , T O A YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR; A RETIRED NURSE TO A CHAMPION OF LOCAL BUSINESS, W E S P E A K T O S I X P E O P L E A C T I V E LY W O R K I N G T O M A K E A N G U I L L A A B E T T E R P L A C E . Words: Orrett H. Wynter
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“[education is] the way to upward social mobility, and a passport to any and everywhere.” —JONICE LOUDEN
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y setting up the Lillian V. Richardson Scholarship at the Anguilla Community College, Jonice Louden is continuing a legacy of giving and concern for her community that she was taught growing up. The scholarship, named in honour of her late mother, whose baking skills were renowned throughout Anguilla, will be awarded to exceptional graduates from the Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School (ALHCS) who are enrolled in the Anguilla Community College’s Food and Beverage Associates Degree programme. “Giving has been something I’ve been doing for most of my life,” she explains. “I knew that the college was doing scholarships and I’ve met a lot of young people that are willing to study but don’t have the wherewithal.” Jonice’s mother grew up at a time when there was very little formal education on Anguilla. However in her early years,
there was a privately run preschool in Sandy Ground run by Ms. Octavia “Ms. Okie” Daniels, as well as a primary school at the Bethel Methodist Church, which she attended. Fortunately, she was among the first generation of students to attend the newly built Valley Secondary School (now the ALHCS) in the late 1950s. She left after a few years, moving to the U.K. to live with her elder sister in Slough. Unable to afford to continue her schooling there, the then-sixteen year old Louden took a job at a nearby laundry, which didn’t last long. She found it “mindnumbing,” and it was then that she came to the realization that she had to take a different path. “I couldn’t see myself doing it for the rest of my life,” she laughs, “but you have to start somewhere. Some of the Anguillian young ladies I knew were doing nursing so I figured out how I could do that as well, once I turned eighteen.” Over the next few years, she became a registered nurse, focusing on midwifery because of the opportunity to get a car loan, and housing for her family. Her husband, Delroy M. Louden, current president of the Anguilla Community College was also pursuing academic studies at that time so their schedule worked well for managing the routine of child care and schooling. His academic work later took the Loudens across the world: first to Nigeria, then to Kingston, Jamaica; Toronto, New York and then Delaware followed. Throughout this time Jonice never stopped studying. She completed Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Sociology from the University of the West Indies, spending several years contributing to agricultural development in Jamaica. She then followed up with a Post Graduate Diploma in Regulatory Law Administration from Seneca College while the family lived in Toronto, working with troubled youngsters who were mired in the legal system. The Lillian V. Richardson scholarship will be a revolving fund, one Louden hopes will continue to provide benefit for many years to come. Now retired, she also spends much of her time contributing to the local Methodist Church, as well as needy families in the community. She reflects on the significance education has played in shaping her family’s circumstances. “We wouldn’t have achieved what have today if we didn’t get an education,” she says. “In my experience, it’s the way to upward social mobility, and a passport to any and everywhere.” ISSUE THIRTEEN | DESIGN ANGUILLA MAGAZINE
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orn in modest circumstances in Atlanta, Georgia, Jackie Pascher now shares, every chance she gets, the relative abundance of her adult life. “[My childhood] helped influence and motivate me,” she says, “to give what I didn’t get.” Jackie decided to leave her life in the U.S., where she had been involved in the hotel industry for nearly 20 years, moving to Anguilla in 1992 with her husband, who was a chef. “He had worked in the Caribbean before we married. And he really loved it,” she smiles. “One night, over wine, he told me that he wanted to come back to the Caribbean.” After a year working at Cap Juluca he quit, and the couple took over Lucy’s Palm Palms restaurant on Sandy Ground. Sadly, her husband passed away within a few months, and Jackie ran the business until it was devastated by Hurricane Luis in 1995. She then spent a year and a half helping to set up Anguilla Rums before deciding to start Island Dream Properties, her real estate company, in 2000. Here she’s found herself mentoring other, young real estate professionals. “We all work together and I always like to foster a team spirit with everything,” she says. “Even if we are competition, we all still talk. We share ideas and we communicate regularly. I think it is much healthier.” This year she travelled with a group called “People for Haiti”, which conducts medical missions to provide health services to remote villages. Jackie spent 3 days there, working in triage and dispensing medicine, with a group of 19 other volunteers helping to treat over 800 people. “It made me feel very blessed again,” Jackie expresses, “and aware that I was very, very lucky I wasn’t living under the conditions that they were. When you come back, the petty things that bothered you before are no longer important, and you get your priorities together.”
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Those priorities include a veritable collection of interesting and personal local charities. She supports Young Women of Substance and Character (a mentorship program for teenage girls), was a founding member and serves as president of Anguilla Animal Rescue Foundation, sponsors the Miss Tiny Tott Pageant, and donates to groups such as the East End Community Sports Club and New Testament Church of God. When it comes to Anguilla, Jackie enjoys making her home a better place. “One good thing about living in a small place is you can have an impact,” she says. “It is very obvious that our young people are the future and anything I can do, I just want to help them and see them have some support and guidance.”
“... our young people are the future and I just want to help them and see them have support and guidance.” —JACKIE PASCHER
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FEATURE COVER FEATURE “This is the project of my life; it will go on long after I do.”—TIM REYNOLDS
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ith a life that has taken him from Wall Street to wall art after a car accident left him wheelchair bound, Tim Reynolds is the visionary and co-founder of Ani Art Academies and Ani Villas. This series of enterprising international projects offers free art tuition to disadvantaged youngsters, giving promising students the chance to study art. They then earn a living by displaying their work for sale on the walls of luxury vacation villas, creating unique galleries. Tim carved a successful career as a specialist in derivatives floor trading on the New York Stock Exchange. After his accident, Tim fell in love with Anguilla and decided to build himself a vacation home. While the villa was being constructed, Tim began to teach himself to draw, later studying under Anthony Waichulis, a gifted art teacher based in Pennsylvania. During this time Tim had a revelation: “I used to think that great artists were born. What I realized was that it is actually something anybody can do if they are willing to work at it.” 48
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Wanting to give something back, he decided to build schools but, it was only when he visited Anguilla that his idea came to fruition. “I changed gears at that point and decided that instead of building traditional schools I was going to build art schools,” says Tim. Together Tim and Waichulis worked on their vision to give students the opportunity to learn art skills and then sell their work. “It took four years, documenting and systematizing Anthony’s teaching protocols for the Art Schools Project,” says Tim. We produced seven DVDs that ensure each school delivers the same quality and education to the students.” And so Ani Art Academies was born, in Tim’s words “as a way to empower the less fortunate.” Currently there are six schools spreading Ani Art across the globe from Dominican Republic to Thailand, but the first Ani Art Academy and Ani Villa was founded in Anguilla. Each school is partnered with a luxury villa which not only provides gallery space for the students, but also supports the Ani Art Schools by paying staff salaries and overheads from the villa rental income. Although tuition is free, students are expected to give back to the community, perpetuating their benefit to others. Appropriately, the word “Ani” is a derivative of “Andjani”, a Swahili word meaning “path ahead” and that’s exactly how Tim sees his Art Academy and Tim Reynolds Foundation. “This is the project of my life,” he says, “it will go on long after I do.”
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FEATURE COVER FEATURE “We need to move ourselves away from the phones, and take some time to focus on somebody other than ourselves.” —DENECIA NILES
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Denecia’s own charity, the Anguilla Charity Basketball Weekend, began when, craving the buzz of her Miami life on a slow night, she convinced her brother to take her out for a drive. They passed by the Adrian T. Hazell Primary School, where, to her surprise, the basketball court was lit. She engaged the young men, but her initial delight at seeing them playing turned to dismay as they shared their apathy about pursuing the game seriously. They felt that their efforts would be in vain. “How can these guys be so negative – like they have this block in their mind already?” she asked herself. Determined to help, Denecia reached out to a former professor with ties to the NBA, who’d once asked her about potential talent in Anguilla. From here, she set things in motion, tackling the practical obstacles first: raising funds, writing letters to her contacts and even getting her father to sponsor uniform costs. She also found herself as a surrogate big sister for the boys she was mentoring, stopping by to drop off pizzas and motivating them to meet their goals. “I actually adopted this team, because these are guys that I know,” Denecia says. “They’re not bad guys, and I think that with a push, they could definitely go far.” Having just completed its second year, the annual basketball clinic sees coaches of the NBA’s Miami Heat and the Erik Spoelstra Basketball Academy in Miami visit Anguilla for a few days over the summer to work with local youth. Two of the students have been able to travel to Miami to train at world-class facilities. Besides getting a shot at realizing their athletic dreams, the potential sports scholarships offer the kids a powerful multidisciplinary education, which is the focus of Denecia’s program. Alongside her basketball charity, Denecia makes time for other projects. Having always been in love with making music, she recently launched the “Black Jetty Project” – a production and songwriting collaborative aimed at identifying and developing musical talent. She is also a key member of the Faith Foundation, a local anti-violence non-profit. She thinks there’s still work to be done in getting more persons to be community-oriented. “We need to move ourselves away from the phones, and get our heads out of the devices,” she concludes. “We have to keep our ears open, and ask around to see if there is any way that we can help. Just take some time to focus on somebody other than ourselves.”
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he smiling face of Zenya Greenaway epitomises Refresh Ministries, an outreach organisation she founded in 2014 to make a difference to the youth in Anguilla. “People have always been my thing,” she says. “I’ve always been a giver; I always want to see people move the needle.” Born in Montserrat and relocated to the UK during the Soufriere Hills volcano crisis in 1994/5, Zenya came “home” to the Caribbean and settled in Anguilla in 2010. She sees her degree in psychology and her current role as Human Resource Officer at
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Viceroy as the ideal job to go hand-in-hand with her youth ministry. Burdened, as a mom herself, by what she saw as “a lot of young men losing their way”, she felt compelled to act. “I didn’t want to warm the pew anymore,” she says. “I wanted to make a difference.” Zenya started a radio ministry called Refresh Radio airing on New Beginning Radio since 2013. An on-air interview discussing the community issues of gun violence and education left her convinced that talking wasn’t enough; she needed to “Walk the Talk.” She launched Refresh Ministries in February 2014 to address the needs of vulnerable young people at risk and help build a stronger community. The launching pad for her ministry was a meal for residents of the Zenaida Haven Juvenile Rehabilitation Centre and their parent/guardian. Held at Davidas Restaurant in collaboration with the Ranger Foundation, the event was brief but impactful. This spawned an ongoing aftercare programme for boys. Zenya’s second outreach project in late 2014 was a retreat for seven teenage girls in conjunction with the youth-centred ministry, Generation Change. Talks and interactive sessions addressed relevant issues such as the importance of self-esteem, budgeting and even a how-to on makeup. With just a handful of loyal supporters, funding for the ongoing ministry of Refresh Ministries is from Zenya’s own pocket, along with support from local businesses, organizations and foundations. Zenya measures the success of her ministry to date in modest terms. “We’ve raised awareness,” she says, citing the ongoing work of mentoring the boys, supporting parents and building on what Refresh Ministries has begun. Her future goals after the October conference “Equipped to Excel” include networking with local businesses and producing a brochure to get more volunteers involved in the ministry. “Everyone can give,” says Zenya. “I want to raise the bar and reach more young people, because they are our future. It’s not just a government issue; it’s not just a church issue. It’s me and you. How can we make a difference?”
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GREIG HUGHES QUIET GIVER
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hile Greig Hughes prefers to stay out of the spotlight, it is impossible to miss the influence of his generosity throughout Anguilla. As the owner of Greig’s Trucking, he regularly lends his trucks to various bands and troupes for street parades. Often, you can find him behind the controls of a backhoe, donating his time for the excavation of new community facilities, such as the renovated bathrooms at Sandy Ground Playing Field. Born and raised in the South Hill community, Greig credits his father, the former Chief Minister Hubert Hughes, for setting the example of community service. “My father always talked about giving back to the community. He never told us ‘Give!’ but we’d always see him offering shelter to someone who needed it, or driving out to older people in the community to see how he could help,” he says. Hughes and his wife, Chrislyn, are particularly passionate about helping young people. They have supported Prophecy Preschool in many ways, from financial contributions to providing new playground equipment. They hope that by supporting children early in life, as well as working with youth, they can make a genuine difference in Anguilla’s future. “I used to do a lot of work with the young, troubled kids – putting them to work with all of the equipment,” says Greig. “Some still end up in trouble, and it’s frustrating, but we still try to help.”
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“[when disasters hit] we’ll be first to try to put the island back... giving is just a good feeling.” —GREIG HUGHES
Even the recording studio that Greig and Chrislyn own shines as an example of their desire to help individuals face to face, instead of making donations to large charities. After hearing many young local musicians saying they lacked a suitable recording spot, the Hughes couple decided to build a studio for them, even though they have no particular interest in music themselves. “Just seeing the guys happy makes me happy,” Greig explains. Greig can’t envision a future without this kind of giving in his life. Although sometimes his efforts can be taxing, he feels abundantly blessed when he sees the difference it makes in others’ lives when community members pull together to help each other, whether to clean up after a hurricane or raise money for someone’s medical bills. When disasters hit, Greig asserts, “We’ll be the first to try to put the island back. Giving is just a good feeling.”
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FEATURE YOUTH WEEK SPECIAL FEATURE “This is the project of my life; it will go on long after I do.” —CLEMVIO HODGE Head of the Anguilla Youth Parliament, Clemvio Hodge (left), swap ideas on youth leadership with the President of the Anguilla National Youth Council, Shamar Gaskin (right).
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he Anguilla Youth Parliament, guided by the Anguilla National Youth Council, gives young people the opportunity to learn about parliamentary procedures, debate topics, bills and policies of national interest. It is the first such model in the region, through which youth leaders are elected by national elections and form a youth government according to rules derived from the Anguilla constitution. The program’s priorities, as stated in their administrative documents, include mainstreaming young people into governance and development processes, transforming Anguilla’s political culture and governance systems, building youth social capital, and enhancing their capacity as change agents. The heads of the AYP and ANYC sat down for drinks, and discussed the roles of their two programs:
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What’s it been like of Chief Minister?
Clemvio Hodge: Very exciting! The Youth Parliament is a very diverse group and packed with knowledge. Our members belong to various groups and are also avid volunteers. My task is to ensure that we carry on our duties as stated in our project documents and provide guidance and support. Since there are no other Youth Parliaments, there are no guidelines we can follow. We are creating those best practices for others in the region. SG: It’s a learning experience for all of us. What short-term goals does the AYP have? CH: One of the reasons for the establishment of the AYP is to strengthen the link between youth and the national government’s legislative process. We are able to debate bills and policies from a youth perspective and produce and present recommendations to the House of Assembly, which would
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Anthea Roach TOURISM Road North
Brittany Jeffers
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Marejah Smith
Malik Richard
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then be passed as a recommendation to the government. So that is one of our short term goals – to debate policy. We also have to find new ways to engage our population – not just youth. One way is using technology, like social media to disseminate information. We also want to go out into the communities, in collaboration with the Youth Council, to hear what young people are thinking. SG: Have you been approached with any ideas from young people?
CH: Well, one of the things we are working on came about from the conference on youth and development recently, which hosted youth from various sectors of Anguilla. Recommendations were made, and passed to us, and we will use those to guide us as we introduce new policy. SG: How did you get your positions? CH: We were not able to go through the full process because of time constraints. Seven persons showed an interest, and it worked out that each was assigned to an electoral district. We held a caucus where a cross-section of youth was present to hear representatives make their case for a position. As a result, the current Youth Parliament will hold a term of one year. SG: What’s the usual term? CH: Two years. After this current term, members may run again in national youth elections, when we expect there will be new members running against them. SG: What are your expectations for our
working relationship?
CH: The Youth Parliament represents youth, but the Youth Council represents all youth, as well as the Youth Parliament, so we want to work with you to create a process to reach young people in our communities.
SG: Sure. We have the ability to get people together, including youth in the communities who are not members of any organization.
CH: We want to show young people what’s happening in their country. When our current leaders leave, we are the ones who have to either deal with the problems, or profit from the successes. Awareness can ensure success when we reach that point. The Youth Parliament is training future politicians – allowing young people to learn the process. For that reason, we want to be able to reach even more young people and get them involved. Our understudy position is great for persons who have not undergone the training, but can be a part of the process – where they will shadow, and learn from one of the ministers. What we need is continuity – both at our level, as well as nationally. When we’re finished, we need others to take over. SG: Of course. We can’t have the same
THE ANGUILLA NATIONAL YOUTH COUNCIL
THE ANGUILLA NATIONAL
Youth Council
is a non-profit umbrella organisation, established in 1976 comprised of youth groups on Anguilla. It serves to provide for the needs and interests of all youth. The current elected executive members, serving since September 2015, are: Shamar
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Arielle
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persons being involved over and over.
persons in important decision making
CH: Exactly. We have to ensure that there is another group of young persons who are as enthusiastic, who are trained and who have bright ideas. SG: Well, getting more people involved
processes for the benefit of the nation and is focused on rebuilding membership by reconnecting with inactive groups, and registering new members. Member groups are able to receive
in clubs is a start. My own involvement in different organizations has allowed me to develop tremendously. I’ve met interesting people, and been able to travel overseas. It’s an entirely beneficial opportunity. I’m sure we’ll be able to work together to see that many of these goals are achieved, because they are necessary. It’s been a pleasure speaking with you.
financial contributions helping to further their development and initiatives. Programs currently overseen by the ANYC include “Youth Spin”, a radio programme for public discussion of national issues, pertinent topics and general interests from a youth; and the Anguilla Youth Parliament, allowing young persons to be elected as district representatives for youth, trained on parliamentary proce-
CH: It’s been my pleasure as well. This is a conversation we must continue. AXA
dures, and debate bills and policies in the House of Assembly.
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YOUTHFUL EXUBERANCE A L O O K B A C K AT T H E S E C O N D A N N U A L N AT I O N A L Y O U T H W E E K .
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n 2014, the Department of Youth and Culture organised and executed the first ever National Youth Week. It is now established as an annual series of youth-centered events, incorporating the 9th Annual National Conference on Youth and Development in 2015, as well as the National Youth Awards, which began in 2014. This year’s Youth Week also added new events, such as a swearing-in ceremony for the Anguilla Youth Parliament, along with their first sitting in the House of Assembly. We also saw the One-Year Anniversary Edition of the Youth Spin radio programme, an annual church service at the Christian Fellowship Church, and a community service project at the public library in which young children participated in various fun and creative learning activities. At the National Conference on Youth and Development, groups in attendance prepared recommendations for national development. On day 2, a segment called “Straight-Up Conversations” created a space for the youth to propose their recommendations to elected representatives and permanent secretaries, who gave suggestions and feedback and made commitments in response. This year’s Youth Awards ceremony was postponed and fell outside of Youth Week, but the awards continued to highlight the hard-working, determined, successful and productive young residents of Anguilla. Among the past awardees is Zharnel Hughes – 2014 Outstanding Youth In Sports, who has since then become a finalist in the 2015 World Championships 200m. This should excite many to see what 2015’s awardees have in store for the very near future. In time, the Department of Youth and Culture hopes to hand off Youth Week to the Anguilla National Youth Council, in collaboration with the National Youth Ambassador Corps, so that these groups can further personalise and expand the mission of encouraging, nurturing, and mentoring Anguilla’s young citizens. AXA
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F THIS IMAGE The pool deck is the property’s centerpiece, with all the main interior spaces encircling, as well as opening onto, or overlooking it. TOP RIGHT Outdoor living is a major feature with numerous spaces, such as this outdoor lounging and dining area to the East, created for relaxing and entertaining.
irst built in 1996, Cerulean Villa has been regarded by many as the original Anguilla luxury beachfront villa. When it finally went on the market, a long-time repeat guest couldn’t resist purchasing, and immediately start remaking it. The task of re-envisioning Cerulean fell to its original creator, New York architect Deborah Berke, who was again called on to reimagine her idea of Anguillian beachfront living. She relished the opportunity. “The original spoke to another time, as Anguilla was a different place,” Berke explains. “Transforming it for the 21st Century, with a more expansive vision of how one could live on Anguilla, was exhilarating.” Berke continues, “Being an architect, involves listening to people. I listened to my first clients and gave them what they wanted and then listened to my new clients and did the same.” What her new client wanted was to significantly transform the original. Entire rooms were gutted, and completely redone, to go along with significant new construction along the western boundary of the property. With such an expansive design brief, Berke’s challenge was to create what would be a much larger building, but still maintain a sense of intimacy in each space. “We had to make sure that while it felt grand and glorious, it was also intimate enough that you could relax,” she explains. “This meant having spaces that are small and cozy, gardens that are lush and provide shade and privacy, and even having lighting at night that felt intimate.” With the plans just about finished and demolition work beginning in earnest, interior designer Scott Salvator joined the design team. Salvator’s previous experience with the owners proved invaluable from the start, with some fine-tuning done to create a vision he thought was true to the owners’ personalities. “From an architectural point of view, my job was to explain to the team ‘this is how the owners live, and how they feel comfortable. Can we make a few additions to accomplish this?’” continued on page 62 ISSUE THIRTEEN | DESIGN ANGUILLA MAGAZINE
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Many of the ideas that defined the original were critical in creating the new Cerulean – most notably, the interplay of indoor and outdoor living. There are no internal hallways, with each space opening up to the outdoors, either directly, or onto a terrace. “The strength of the original included shaded outdoor spaces, so that you could enjoy the superb Anguilla weather, but still be comfortable,” Berke explains. “We built on that experience by adding even more shaded outdoor spaces for relaxing, dining and entertaining.” With the main concept in place, the next phase involved fleshing out the spaces with colour and texture. In stark contrast to the previous all-white colour scheme the owners, with the help of Salvator, created an intricate mélange of colour, texture and patterns including some beautiful, painstakingly hand-painted wall designs. There was no template – each room was envisioned and executed with its own unique design scheme, as well as custom-designed furniture. This provided its own set of challenges, as Salvator found out. “It was a considerable amount of work,” he confesses. “We designed every headboard, every sofa and every chair. We also did different sinks and faucets for the bathrooms, as well as custom floors. Thank God we didn’t do a different doorknob on every door!” Logistically, getting all these materials into Anguilla was also demanding. Managing inventory, coordinating shipping and import duties and storage almost became a full-time job. Even 62
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seemingly minor things gave Salvator a few more gray hairs. “Some of the rugs were made in Thailand who are on the metric system,” he explains. “But, the orders are supplied in inches. I’d find myself holding my breath, hoping that the conversion was correct, and that these rugs are the right size and right colour.” To minimize these wildcards, Salvator opted to stick, as much as possible, to vendors in the New York area where his office is based. “If I want to have a look at the furniture before it shipped, for example, this would be the logical place.” he says. Stylistically, the finished house is an amalgam of many different influences – from all parts of the world. Asian-inspired rugs share floor space with contemporary furnishings, light and airy fabrics and drapes, as well as high-tech gadgets. Each bedroom, 12 in all – 9 in the main house, plus an “entourage” room closer to the entry, as well as a two-bed guest apartment in one of the service buildings – has its own character. From a light turquoise pastel in the master suite, to a playful nautical-themed kid’s bedroom on the ground floor, or the adjoining bedroom with deep navy walls, painted in a linen-style wash, each bedroom is a different shade of blue – mimicking the ocean. The one exception is a striking, pink bedroom, with handpainted paisley patterns. It is Salvator’s favourite. “When you walk into it, all you see is the ocean,” he smiles. “It’s breathtaking. The blue of the ocean with the pink is just a great contrast.” Outside, aptly named landscape architect Raymond Jungles’ carefully executed landscape plan compliments Berke and
RIGHT, FROM TOP In contrast to the stark white exterior, shades of blue dominate all the interior spaces from the rugs and drapes of the Master suite (top), to the mosaic tiles of the shared bathroom (second from top) on the ground floor; subtle hints of blue are also to be found in the bedding in most of the bedrooms (third from top), as well as the stunning, hand-painted wall art in the media room (bottom). OPPOSITE PAGE The only one not painted blue, this striking pink bedroom has panoramic views out to the ocean.
Salvator’s efforts well. Lush, tropical foliage camouflage the sheer size of the property, restricting the experience to human proportions. Stone pillars framing massive wooden gates form the entry to the property’s courtyard, where large coral slabs imported from the Dominican Republic terrace down toward the entrance of the main building. Here, enormous, custom wooden doors give way to a curved, open patio, immediately opening up the expansive views across the large pool deck and on to Barnes Bay beyond. Berke’s vision of creating intimate spaces becomes readily apparent. “We kept the slightly curving centre of the building, which is really about being embraced by the building,” she says. The new addition to the west, which houses a master suite upstairs and a large, eat-in kitchen, with adjoining indoor, and outdoor dining rooms complete this embrace. The additions also showcase a focus towards improving the house’s function, with extensive back-of-house provisions including a larger, industrial kitchen, complete with walk-in refrigerator, as well as a large residential laundry, staff lounge and extensive storage. Also added was a service building, with a commercial laundry and more storage. Three additional “entourage” bedrooms, a full-service gym, spa room, along with tennis court and a putting green complete the amenities of the property. The villa is managed by 7 full-time staff, under the watchful eyes of Estate Manager Bruce Hearn of Properties in Paradise who managed the original Cerulean. These staff members are trained in all service areas, maintaining continuity regardless of who happens to be on site. When guests are in, the staff complement can rise to as much as 18, ensuring that the villa operates as a well-oiled machine. While the villa was being rebuilt Hearn who already holds a masters degree in hotel administration from Cornell University, went back to school to become a Certified Household Manager at Starkey International – a service management institute – with an eye toward being able to provide a high level of service once it reopened. “In terms of our service, we treat it like a yacht,” Bruce explains. “Guests are catered to in a very personal way, starting long before they arrive. We focus on creating an experience just for them.” Berke doesn’t conceal her pleasure at the completed project. “It was called a villa before, and now it’s really an estate,” she says. “I took some friends for a tour and everybody loved it, so I’m very proud of it.” She laughs at the thought of being asked to redesign it again in another 20 years. continued on page 64
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“I’d have to say no,” Berke says. “Hopefully I’ll get a phone call in 5 years, and somebody will say, ‘I love Cerulean, can you make a new house for me in Anguilla?’” Salvator has been equally impressed, “I think everything sort of functioned, and there were no horrifying moments of ‘no, this doesn’t work’ or ‘we’re very unhappy with this,’” he says. Both are also in agreement that the outdoor spaces are the highlight of the home. “I have to say in terms of public rooms, the outdoor space is always a winner,” Salvator finishes. “I love being there.” AXA You, too, can enjoy Cerulean Villa. For inquiries, and to learn more contact: Bruce Hearn. Phone: +1(264) 235-8840; Email: bruce@ceruleanvilla.com Website: www.ceruleanvilla.com
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TOP ROW An overview of the property reveals its expansiveness, as well as it’s overwhelming orientation to the ocean. BOTTOM ROW Inside, care was taken to create spaces that felt cosy and more to a human scale. A couple of real, wood-burning fireplaces, such as in the living room (left), and dining room (right) literally add to this warmth.
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House Hunting 2.0 J E R M A I N E PA Y N E ’ S N E W W E B S I T E A I M S T O S AV E R E N T E R S F R O M T H E H E A D A C H E S H E E N D U R E D D U R I N G H I S O W N A PA R T M E N T S E A R C H | by Orrett H. Wynter
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wo years ago, frustrated with the exhausting and time-consuming process of finding an apartment to rent, Jermaine Payne got inspired to start his recently launched apartment-hunting website, Squareless. “I wondered why there wasn’t a website to find an apartment instead of driving all over,” he explains. “I decided to question the model, and that’s how it came about.” Online since this past May, Squareless allows property owners and renters to find each other without the hassle. Renters sign up for free to browse apartment listings posted by owners. When they’re ready, Jermaine himself facilitates viewings and handles agreements and documentation, freeing property owners from those tasks. Jermaine, who has a degree in Business Administration, worked first as a Purchasing Manager at Cove Castles, then most recently at da’Vida Restaurant, all while pursuing a musical career which, he decided, wasn’t as exciting as entrepreneurship. He’s now working to grow the platform, eventually adding property management and interior design to the mix. “The response has been good,” he says. “I think it was definitely something that the island needed.” And the name? “That came from the idea of a house’s foundation. In my mind, a house could be thought of as a square,” Jermaine laughs. “So, someone looking for a place to live, by that definition, would be ‘square’-less!” AXA
SERVICES: A/C: Supply/Installation and Servicing Plumbing: Domestic, Commercial, Industrial Mechanical designs Inspections Electrical Services Email: info@dlggroups.com * Web: www.dlggroups.com P.O. Box WE 8045, Rock Farm, Anguilla, BWI Tel. 264-497-2985 * Fax. 264-497-0084
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Up And Running T H E A N N U A L O P T I M I S T ’ S R A C E A G A I N S T A I D S I S G R E AT F U N F O R A G R E AT C A U S E | by Shellecia Brooks-Johnson
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e were half way through the race and my race rival (unbeknown to her) was now 30 metres ahead of me. I wondered if this woman with a baby in a stroller would beat me two years in a row. I tried to pick up my pace. I glanced behind and saw other runners getting closer. This gave me the extra adrenaline to continue to run. We were all wearing the same T-shirt with the words Anguilla’s Race against AIDS emblazoned across the front. Helping to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS was the main reason for my participation in the race. Winning a trophy was the motivation to run the race well. The annual Race against AIDS was started in 2003 by the Optimist Club of Anguilla. The purpose of the Race is to heighten the awareness and understanding of HIV/AIDS and help to reduce the stigma of this disease. Twelve years later, the Race against AIDS continues to be endorsed by the Government of Anguilla, The Anguilla Hotel and Tourism Association, Anguilla Tourist Board and the Anguilla Amateur Athletic Federation and supported by many civic and business groups and organisations on the island. This charity event offers the opportunity for all levels, ages and nationalities of runners and walkers to participate. Individuals and groups can choose to register for a1K race (for very small children), 5K race or a 10K race. The 5K race/walk is the most popular category and the majority of participants are youth. In the early years, there was also a half marathon which attracted professional athletes from the region and the world but this has been discontinued. The Optimist Club of Anguilla is a service organisation whose mandate is ‘bringing out the best in children.’ In 2015, it celebrated 20 years of service to youth. I am proud to be a member of this Club for over 10 years and to have served as President during 20112012. So, here I was in 2011, setting a positive example by running the 5K for which I had trained sporadically over the last year. My rival was running so effortlessly and quickly with her baby in the stroller. I only had to carry myself and was struggling to keep up. The distance between us was widening – 50M, 100M and then 150M – she turned the corner and disappeared from my view. I conceded defeat. I was exhausted but needed to put on a good show for the Optimists and onlookers lining the route and cheering me on. After the race was completed, John ‘Pow’ Lake, President of the Anguilla Community Action Network (ACAN) made a presentation about HIV/AIDS. To end the event, the winners for the various age and gender categories were announced. ‘Shellecia Brooks, female 1st place winner (19-34).’ I was shocked. As it turned out, my race rival had moved up to another age category. I had the biggest smile on my face. I hope to see you at the starting line for the next Race against AIDS Saturday, November 28th, 2015 as we join together as a community to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS. Maybe this year I will be the lady with the baby in the stroller! AXA
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Windward Point is an interesting departure from lying on a beach in Anguilla. The most easterly point on the island, the area is the definition of untouched, with just assorted, sparse flora and fauna the only inhabitants for miles. A 4WD or ATV can take you most of the way, but the most fun is to be had once you haul on a pair of hiking boots and start exploring. Windward Point is a harsh environment. The combination of prevailing winds, sea spray and a very arid micro-climate combine to create an ethereal environment completely at odds with the rest of the island. Cacti abound, and the rocks underfoot are quite jagged. A rocky outcrop towers above the otherwise flat landscape. From the summit, sweeping views of the island open up to the southwest, with St. Martin just beyond, and St. Barth further away on the horizon. Further East, the flat, rocky Scrub Island, the largest of Anguilla’s offshore cays lie a short distance away. Scrub is another great location for a few hours of hiking and exploration in the wild, or just a desert island with a 1000ft. beach perfect for a picnic. Between these two relatively untouched areas, there’s plenty to do off the beaten path.
Lloyd's Bed & Breakfast is located on Crocus Hill, three minutes walk to Crocus Bay. Lloyd's is elegant with a repetition of architectural detail patterns, creative airflow and strong relationship between indoor/ outdoor spaces. The subtle hand craftsmanship seen thoughout the property is engaging. Clear, cozy, crisp, classic - this is what you will find. "A modern take on the 1950's". It is always our pleasure to serve you at Lloyd's.
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Offering the best in on location massages and spa treatments, La Severine serves a number of properties and villas across the island. Be pampered in paradise with our Individual, couple and group session treatments. We are the leaders in: Personal Training, Coaching, Stretching Strength Conditioning, Nutrition and Diet Consultation, Physical Therapy and Fitness Boot Camps. Call or visit us online to learn more. Ph. 1-264-772-7948 1-264-582-8838 info@laseverinefitness.com www.laseverinefitness.com
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Anguilla Villa Company specializes in the management and rental of vacation homes on the Caribbean island of Anguilla. Each of our featured rental villas offer unique, relaxing respites and we offer personalized services to meet each guest’s requirements. P.O.Box 70, The Valley, Anguilla, BWI T: (264) 498 2741 / C: (264) 476 3178 / F: (264) 497 2741 E: anguillavilla@caribcable.com / W: www.anguillavillacompany.com
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CONTACT OUR ADVERTISERS Alliance Insurance Services Ltd George Hill. 264.498.7788 Alloyd’s The Valley. 264.497.5622 Andy’s Car Rental Blowing Point. 264.584.7010 Anguilla Air Services The Valley. 264.235.7122 Anguilla Villa Company South Hill. 264.498.2741 Anguilla Vision Center George Hill. 264.497.2020 Arijah Children’s Foundation Auckland House, The Quarter. 264-235-2742 / 264-476-3105 Avis Car Rental The Valley. 264.497.2642 AXA Signature Jewelry Ce’Blue Villas, Crocus Bay. 264.462.1000 B & E Automotive Services Rock Farm. 264.297.7152 Beautiful Sandy Island Sandy Island. 264.476.6534 Bernsville Penthouse South Hill. 264.497.3067 or 235.7167 Bird of Paradise Sandy Hill. 414.791.9461 Caribbean Soaps and Sundries Little Harbour. 264.729.3678 Carter & Associates The Valley. 264.235.5670 Cerulean Villa Barnes Bay. 264.235.2816 Cha Cha San South Hill. 264.584.6899 Couture Concepts Rock Farm. 264.476.8068 da’Vida Restaurant & Spa Crocus Bay. 264.498.5433 DLG Engineering Rock Farm. 264.497.2985/0084 Electric Thrills The Valley. 264.476.0633 GB Ferries Blowing Point. 264.584.6205 Grand Outlook Castle Crocus Hill. 781.643.3995 Irie Life South Hill. 264.497.6526 or 264.476.6526
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t’s been just over 20 years since Hurricane Luis, one of the most devastating natural disasters ever to hit Anguilla, passed through on the night of September 5, 1995, forever changing the island. Luis started developing on August 26, becoming a tropical storm in two days and quickly gaining strength as it moved towards the Leeward Islands, becoming a category 4 hurricane by September 3rd, before shifting northwest, pummelling all the islands that lay in its path. Luis was powerful – with sustained winds of 115 knots at the eye wall. It was also large – the centre passed over Barbuda, as well as Antigua, St. Barth, St. Martin/Maarten and Anguilla. It was so large that St. Kitts, Nevis and even the most northerly of the BVI experienced hurricane force winds. The damage was catastrophic. In all, 17 persons lost their lives. Nearly half the homes on Antigua and Barbuda were destroyed, and St. Martin/ Maarten reported $1.8 billion of property damage. Anguilla, thankfully, had no loss of life, but damage locally was estimated at EC$140 million. Few structures were spared its wrath, and just about all the landscape was decimated. The Anguillian community spirit was on full show in the aftermath. There was no looting, nor was there any need for the tent cities that proliferated next door in St. Martin/Maarten. Families and friends pitched in to help those most in need and, within a day or two, the entire community had set about the task of rebuilding the island. AXA
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ABOVE Sandy Ground, from the overlook. RIGHT, FROM TOP Island Harbour Beach; Malliouhana Hotel lost just about all of its trees, as well suffered damage to the restaurant; Sandy Island, which had been completely submerged during the storm, reemerges in the aftermath; British Marines, who arrived on the island shortly after the storm, effect repairs to the roof of the Albena Lake Hodge Comprehensive School; Island Harbour Beach; Carimar Beach Club.