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RIDDIMS MARKETING NEWSLETTER                        May 2015                                     Beyond the Caribbean
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Jimmy Moise
Caribbean Change Maker
May 2015

Our Caribbean ChangeMaker for May, 2015 is Jimmy Moise, dubbed one of 50 most influential Haitians by InFocus Magazine.

Before Jimmy Moise migrated to Florida, he served as a senior air traffic controller with the National Office of Civil Aviation in Hiaiti. He now works as a freelance interpreter and translator for compatriots who have yet to speak English. Moise is immersed in preserving Haitian culture, music and other art forms through Le P'ti Club. "The culture has to be preserved for future generations, he says. "I pushed for awareness and recognition of the arts, especially for our talented Haitian artists."   It was not long before Le P'ti Club  became a force in the effort to move Haitian culture forward.

 In May 2008, Moise and "Le P'tit Club" spearheaded the first celebration of "Haitian Flag Day" in Broward County. He was the event planner and coordinator of the art exhibit at "Espace Brandt" from 2004 to 2006,  the dancers and models at "Caribfest" in the city of Miramar in 2005 and 2006, in 2006, he served coordinator of media relations and scheduling for "Jazz Brunch on the Bay" in Miami, Moise also promoted, planned and coordinated "Caribbean Cultural Heritage Month" in Pembroke Pines, Florida, at the Broward Community College Library in 2007 in its highest capacity.

Art lovers everywhere would do well to see what "Le P'tit Club" and its activities in the South Florida area.  Their support may prompt a door to open for a young artist, or an important contact to be the ticket for a talented musician. For that to happen, Jimmy Moise and "Le P'tit Club" deserve that support. In the end, the pride generated can never be measured.

Adapted from an article by © 2012 Max Zamor
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On the first Saturday of each month, Attorney Dahlia Walker will bring her legal expertise and advice to listeners of Caribbean Riddims with Cleve Osborne, aired weekly on WZAB 880 am at 3:00 p.m on Saturdays.

Your Legal Corner, will feature attorney Walker, who will give tips and useful information on a variety of subjects, from immigration, citizenship, family issues such as divorce, child support, wills and many of the day to day legal challenges facing us today.


            
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Cleve Osborne is the new host of Caribbean Riddims, aired on WZAB 880 am every Saturday at 3:00 p.m.. Osborne took over as host recently after Eddy Edwards ended his 30 year reign as host and moved over to WDNA 88.9 FM.  The program will continue to be produced by Riddims Marketing and the format will remain intact. 

 

Caribbean Riddims offers a varied selection of music, interesting interviews and informative features, ingredients which have attracted a huge and loyal following of listeners over the programs run. A chance to win tickets to the hottest events or CDs from their favorite artist is another bonus for listeners. This is the show for "people in the know'.  Tune in and be entertained.

 

Don't miss  D' Peoples Politics with  attorney Marlon Hill at 4:00 pm every Saturday as he addresses various concerns and examines issues affecting the Caribbean community, while offering sensible solutions.  Ken English comments on the latest technological developments and online trends with  Tech Talk ,  aired at 4:30 pm.   At 5:00 pm you gotta catch the

Retro-Revolution, a 30-minute music mix of Classic Hits, memories through music, a nostalgic journey. The show is broadcasted live on the web at  www.880thebiz.com and also at www.caribbeanriddims.com.  

 

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Jamaica Diaspora Conference

June 13-18


 
As plans move ahead for the successful staging of the 6th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference 2015, scheduled to be held during the period 13th -18th June 2015 in Montego Bay, the Consulate General is happy to provide you with a link below to the Conference 2015 Fact Sheet and Update that contains comprehensive information on registration procedures, hotel rates and the schedule of events during the conference. 


 

The conference, which is now positioned as the Global Forum of Jamaicans, will be convened under the theme "Jamaica and the Diaspora Linking for Growth and Prosperity".  Having participated in the 5th Biennial Diaspora Conference, I hope that we will be able to welcome you home for this Forum once again.

 

The conference will comprise plenary sessions, a marketplace exposition, access to fast-tracked government services, and a range of special events and entertainment. Topics for the plenary sessions include trade, investment and business opportunities, education, healthcare, and  the role of the Faith-Based Community in development . Other elements of the programme include a Diaspora Round Table, a future leaders forum, and a symposium on immigration.  Activities will conclude with the expanded Diaspora Day of Service during which members of the Diaspora can execute projects in communities of their choosing, across the island.

 

Please note that the conference is open to everyone of Jamaican descent - whether you have an interest in business, in social development or a general interest in contributing to Jamaica's development. I encourage you to share this information with your respective networks which will help us to reach our target audience of 2,000 persons. For additional information on the conference, please visit the website for the Consulate General at www.jamaicacgmiami.org and, in "News and Events", click on the banner for the 6th Biennial Diaspora Conference.


 

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For this issue of De Riddim Box we will forego our usual editorial and use this space to promote some very special happenings scheduled to take place and ask for your support.

First on the list is the screening of the Jamaican movie "Destiny" scheduled to open at the Regal Sawgrass 23 & Imax theater at Sawgrass Mills Mall on Friday, May 8. Following a successful U.S. Premiere at the Miramar Cultural Center, "Destiny" is a "must see" movie that will leave you feeling good. Spread the word and let us make the South Florida screenings a box office hit for young filmmaker Jeremy Whittaker. Click the image below for a preview.

Destiny Jamaican Movie Promo Florida Opening
Destiny Jamaican Movie Promo Florida Opening

The other event for which we are soliciting your support is Caribbean Jazz Matazz on June 14 at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. This special evening will feature Jamaica's First Lady of Jazz, Myrna Hague along with vocalist A. J. Brown and guitarist Eugene Grey. This fundraiser is being staged by the American Foundation for the University of the West Indies, as they seek to provide scholarships to deserving students of UWI.  We suggest you buy tickets as gifts for Mother's Day online at www.browardcenter.org.

The team here at Riddims Marketing would really appreciate your support and ask that you help us to spread the word about these events to friends, family and business associates. 

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Bahamians go to Alaska 

Two Bahamians are literally sitting on top of the world and they took The Bahamian flag with them. Recently, Mark Roberts and Shaune Adderley made the journey to the North Pole - the first Bahamians to ever to take on the courageous challenge.

 

"I was invited by a friend who has lived in The Bahamas for a number of years and he with a group of New Zealanders were going to the North Pole. They had been to the South Pole and he called me up and asked me if I would be interested in going because two of the seats that he had filled were vacated," Mr. Roberts said.

 

"For two months I said 'no it's probably not a good idea' and then he said 'I feel bad for inviting you because I knew a Bahamian would not be able to cut the mustard.' And that started the ball rolling in that direction that we were going to go and take on the challenge and have some fun with it."

 

He added that he is proud to take The Bahamas flag on top of the world.

 


    

 

Abundant Laughs at Comedy Chaos 

Jamaican Comedians Shine in South Florida 

Chris 'Johnny' Daley with Lyndon Forte, actor featured in the new hit Jamaican film Destiny.

 

Advertised as an evening of "non-stop laughter" Comedy Chaos did not disappoint patrons who showed up at the at the Holy Family Episcopal Church Auditorium in Miami Gardens and Coral Springs High School Auditorium recently in South Florida.

 

The show featured some of Jamaica's finest comedians such as the very funny and lively Chris 'Johnny' Daley, the amusing Pretty Boy Flloyd, Hilarious Granny and the comedic duo of Sammy Question & Spicy Vicey as MC's. The comedians brought riveting and contemporary topics in their arsenal with a sprinkle of throwbacks to the "foreign" audience for a touch of nostalgia.

 

Pretty Boy Flloyd was perfect as the opening act engaging the mostly Jamaican audience with his relatable jokes fused with his natural easy delivery. Many in the audience could relate when he proclaimed his love for Jamaica and shared his experience  standing in the U.S. Embassy line seeking a visa.  For over 30 minutes, Flloyd had the audience in stitches delivering joke after joke, he did not disappoint.

Hilarious Granny doing what she does best, entertaining the crowd with her pandemonium antics at comedy chaos!

The Hilarious Granny made a grand appearance miming to the popular hit song "Thinking Out Loud" also known as "Loving You" by Ed Sheeran; it was pandemonium. The big breasted, big buttocks costumed caricature had the room in an uproar as she demonstrated the latest dance moves to a series of hit songs.Granny came with hilarious vengeance presenting a physical type of humor which had the crowd going wild. She put the icing on the cake when she sauntered into the audience, interacted with individuals and pulled off a patron's wig, the audience was consumed with endless laughter and excitement.

 

After a brief intermission  Chris 'Johnny' Daley came on the stage and claimed it as his own backyard. Daley immediately had the audience dying of laughter in no time. He roasted on his coming to fame journey as a young Television star taking the bus and being embarrassed by a bus conductor who told him he was a "star" and should not be taking the bus.  Johnny also gave the gentlemen and ladies present some tips on how to spice up their romance in the bedroom. We definitely won't be seeing anymore 'holey briefs' in the bedroom at nights.

 

Comedy Chaos delivered quality comedic entertainment, laughter and fun. The positive reaction of the crowd after the show and the strength of the performers is a strong testament to the future of Jamaican stand up comedy as a viable entertainment option. A job well done to the performers, the Riddims Marketing and Fun & laughter Productions team for bringing Comedy Chaos to South Florida. Comedy Chaos was sponsored by J amaica National Money Services, the National Weekly and the Amazing Sour Sop. Gate prize was provided by Blossom Levy of the American Motor Club.

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A GREAT MOTHER'S DAY GIFT

 

If you want to please Mom by treating her to an excellent evening of class and style, may we suggest you get her tickets to see Jamaica's First Lady of Jazz, Myrna Hague, who will perform at the Broward Center for the Arts on June 14. The sultry singer will appear at Caribbean Jazz Matazz which will also feature vocalist A. J. Brown and guitarist Eugene Grey.  Buy tickets online now at www.browardcenter.org.  Proceeds from the event will go to provide scholarships to deserving students attending the University of the West Indies in several territories.

 

  

     

   

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ART ADVOCATES -  (L-R) Carole Ann Taylor, Owner Miami To Go Inc, Attorney Marlon Hill, and Candice Verrasammy at the second annual reception for the PAMM fund for African American Art
MAD HATTERS -  (L-R) Tisha McGhee and Sandra Bernard Bastien all decked out in their hats at the Chaconia Women's Annual Tea Party recently. 

 

MEMBERS ONLY - Yvette Harris (L) of Harris Public Relations and Naisha Nichols (R) of Urban Relations with associates at the media launch of COLORS at Circle House Studios

 


FUNDRAISING FOR ART -  (L-R)  Norbert and Sandra Seals, Yvonne Johnson and Barron Channer at the Second Annual Reception for  the PAMM Fund for African American Art  

 



 

JAMAICAN WOMEN OF FLORIDA (JWOF) CELEBRATES

SECOND ANNIVERSARY WITH

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CONFERENCE & SCHOLARSHIP LUNCHEON

 

The Jamaican Women of Florida, Inc. (JWOF) celebrates its second anniversary hosting a Women's Empowerment Conference on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132

 

"This year's Women's Empowerment Conference is the first of its kind to be held in Florida focusing on Jamaican Women and how we can be successful through networking, self -development and mentoring," says JWOF President, Dahlia Walker-Huntington.  "We have assembled an outstanding panel of nine women and one male to share their insights on how to succeed in business, and the important element of mentoring not only the next generation but your peers," added Walker-Huntington.

 

The day-long event (9:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.) will feature three workshops in networking, personal development and mentoring. Panelists include Jamaica's former Ambassador to the USA, Her Excellency, Ambassador Audrey P. Marks; environmental engineer, Dr. Celia Earle; philanthropist and mentor, Rosie Gordon-Wallace; philanthropist, author and life coach, Lorna Owens, Esq.; communications officer and life coach, Joanne Creary; development and leadership coach, Sharon Gill; attorney and children's advocate, Hilary Creary Esq.; attorney and mentor, Marlon Hill, Esq.; and Miss Jamaica Diaspora 2014 and 23 year old commercial pilot, Kimar Muir. 

 

For tickets and information visit www.jamaicanwomenofflorida.com