COURTS CARIBBEAN launches their US Outfit in Brooklyn New York
October 31, 2008
Caribbean furniture, electronics and appliance chain, Courts, today lauched its Grand reception commerating its’ first US outfit. The Brand has debut in North America for the first time when it opens its doors in the Caribbean immigrant-populated borough of Brooklyn on Oct 31st.
COURTS has always been known for carrying the latest in furniture, electronics and appliances and is now located 2822 Church Avenue in Brooklyn, between Nostrand and Rogers Avenues.
Courts Caribbean says they are following on the well-known tradition of connecting families and friends, and will offer the unique service of island delivery to loved ones back home. Read more
Kids First Fundraiser Canada November 8, 2008
October 26, 2008
Dear Friends,
Kids First Fund is having a fundraiser on 8 Nov, in Canada; please come if you can and tell your friends and family to support us.
We are trying to raise enough money to take 10 children to India for open heart surgery. Our target is US$96,000 we have raised US$22,304 which leaves US$73,696 to find.
Please support this worthy cause!
Best Wishes
Varshnie Singh
An Evening of Hope” for the less fortunate children and seniors in Guyana
September 10, 2008
Give, and it shall be given to you. For whatever measure you deal out to others, it will be dealt to you in return. When you look into the eyes of a lonely child you see the reflection of yourself and God. Read more
Breaking News from Guyana: No tickets available to the Public for Carifesta
August 21, 2008
Our sources in Georgetown for two day now were trying to acquire tickets for the Carifesta events, since the tickets became available to the public on Tuesday August 19 2008. They stood on line at the Cultural Center, Theater Guild, 91 Middle street CARIFESTA Secretariat and Sophia locations. As of 12 pm today August 21 2008 they have not been able to acquire any tickets neither were many members of the general public. Moreover, we were told that the tickets after being printed went into the hands of top government officials and were distributed to family members and close associates. The information related about ticket distribution were less than truthful. The scene in Georgetown is absolutely chaotic right now according to one of our associates. He is currently standing at the 91 middle street locations, hoping for a miracle. Read more
Celebrating the Raising of the Guyana Flag in Lower Manhattan Saturday May 31 2008
June 1, 2008
Yesterday, May 31st 2008, Guyanese living across in the United States had the utmost privilege of letting the National Flag of Guyana soar in unison to that of the United States in Lower Manhattan.
The event was celebrated by about 400 Guyanese, most of who reside around New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. The day was accompanied by a rich cultural celebration from local Guyanese musical artists, cultural dancers, and local political figures among many others. Read more
Phagwah Celebration: Held in Richmond Hill, New York 3/22/2008
March 22, 2008
I attended the Phagwah parade this morning, which commenced at 130th street on Liberty Avenue in Queens and culminated at Smokey Park on 125 street and Atlantic Avenue in Queens. Read more
Announcement: Dehoop Mahaica Church of God Prayer Services
February 28, 2008
Dehoop Mahaica Church of God / Ongoing Prayer Services
Pastor Oditt Persaud of Dehoop New Testament Church of God holds ongoing services on Friday mornings at 10:00am and Friday afternoons at 6:30pm for family and friends directly affected by the Lusignan and Bartica events. Services are ongoing.
Address:
Dehoop New Testament Church of God
Dehoop Mahaica
East Coast Demerara, Guyana
Interfaith Prayer Service
February 28, 2008
New Jersey offers a prayer service during this time of insecurity in Guyana. Read more
NYC Protest Guyana Killings/ Rally on Saturday March 1st
February 27, 2008
UPDATE: We made an error in posting the date of the rally as March 31 in the title of the blog. The rally is tomorrow, March 1. We apologize for any confusion this has caused. Join us tomorrow as we cover the NYC protest against the recent killings in Guyana. Read more