Miami-Broward One Carnival 2009 - Where you staying??

Ok...so you decide you coming for Carnival in Florida. Smart move.

So...where are you gonna stay? With your aunty that live there but that gonna lock you out when she realize day break reach and you ain't home yet?

Or with your friend from college who boyfriend act like he is a real sadist...and don't want people in he space?

Or your uncle who wake you up at 7am when you JUST reach home to feed you oatmeal for breakfast? Or how about if you decide you gonna "VISIT" a friend but you know you cant bring them home.

For some of you that don't have a cool ass relative ..lol...like me... who don't care that six people on the floor in blankets....as long as they driving themselves and you ain't have to pay for for them to get in the fetes...I suggest Extended stay Hotels. They have both suites and studios.

Now mind you , if you wanna turn the carnival weekend into a mini spa get away relax fest.....feel free to check out the Loews, Doubletree, the Delano, go right ahead.

But if you balling on a budget, and you really using to the room to S^&t, shower and shave....and you just wanna warm up some coffee in the morning and then hit the road...i suggest the Extended Stay Hotels.

And I'm not speaking generally, Ive stayed in them myself. Just try not to find one close to TRAIN TRACKS!! cause ahm...yeah...well.

BUT I digress, these places are clean, modern and fare way better than the motel. With double occupancy its even better....and all the money you save you can then put into a rental car. Most of them actually do packages with Hertz and you can get a discounted rate on your rental with a package deal.

All suites come with a fully-equipped kitchen, appliances and linens, Unlimited local phone use, a computer data port and personalized voice mail, Housekeeping and guest laundry facilities,Select properties offer exercise centers and pools.Wi-Fi high speed Internet access available in every room - chain wide!!

In ft Lauderdale from Friday to Friday, October 9th to the 16th [cause i checked] rooms start at 39.99 f0r double occupancy. In Miami, rooms start at 64.99 for double occupancy a night. Of course in Miami rates are higher...but it's more central. If you're planning to rent a car, it doesn't matter much because once on the turnpike everything is 15 minutes away!

Next Thing. Flying into Ft Lauderdale is always Cheaper! So Is staying there. Fares on everything is cheaper..and like I said the drive is 15 minutes to everywhere. I've also noted that the hotels seems to be more clean and well maintained.

So book early and Ball on a budget!

I'm Excited!! Season Starting

The Band Launches starting soon....
Bands calling out for models for photo shoots....
So you know people guarding their info like mama birds guarding their eggs..
I love it!!!

Around this time the social hermits [myself included] start circulating again...
You want people to see you and ask you..."So what you doing for Carnival??"...
So that the next time they see you they approach you again....
That's the mas chick....we should talk to her..

You also wanna go out and get a feel of who people are excited about ...
and SWING that energy your way if you can..
Talk to Promoters ....work out your collaborations...
See what dj's people responding too..
Carnival is Bacchanaal...
And Strategy too....
Time to Listen
Every man for himself...

It's Carnival :) I'm planning to attend as many of the launches myself..
NOOO NOT TO MACO!! hahaha...
Steups ..Well Yes...what else you goh call it????.
I wanna See what people doing...
and see what spectrum our band/our designs fall into...completely unbiased of course...haaaaaaaaaaaa

Its not feasible in Miami to have the extravagance and luxury of Trinidad COSTUMES!!
But I think the COSTUME part is not the strength of Miami Carnival...
For People who Can't go home... and these days that a Large percentage...
Miami offers an escape in many ways - Climate,Energy...at a reasonable price...if you plan it right.

An escape from the day to day lives....if only for a moment . I think that's why new Yorkers CONVERGE on South Beach....so for a few days they live that SOBE Life...

Then for the parade, they can Imagine themselves home..
Drink on the road, Sun on your skin and Biscayne bay over the water..
That's precious for me.... and for many...

And a Joint carnival this year...just means there is more to share with everybody else...

Bigger and Better and Brighter and Badder!!

I CANT WAIT!!


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Honor Them while theyre here....Jesus Saves

Everybody's mourning of MJ is personal...
so instead of Hashing that here ..

This is what I'm saying...
We must honor our own...
and Honor them while they are Here... Alive and Kicking...

SOO all the people who laugh at me about Jesus...
...Be Prepared!! BE FOREWARNED!!

If you thought I had a David Rudder fixation.....or I'm a 3Canal groupie..poor you!!

And its not just about Machel...its About all the others too

I just wish we would Value our icons...before they pass...
Before we don't have access to the genius that they are anymore...

Especially with our own music...[calypso/kaiso]..
they're leaving us!!...with all their instincts and knowledge and experience and innate connections..Something that EVOLVED from US...from OUR national experience!!

They're leaving us...and it feels like no one really cares that they are...
So eventually...we'll forget ...and not even know all the brilliance that was there before...
and if your own people don't acknowledge....don't appreciate...then who...WHAT are you.??
The WORLD is mourning MJ...

Yet even in our trinidad society our greats have died...in silence...and near poverty...and sick...
No acknowledgment...from Us..
Just Dust....


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2009 Miss Miami Carnival - Fathers Day Event

The organizers of the Annual Miss Miami Carnival Pageant is presenting an Event On Sunday June 21st, 2009
A Fashion Show, Dinner and Dance Fundraiser



At the Grand Ballroom of Sunrise
7100 West Oakland Park Boulvards
Tickets are $40.00 in advance and includes dinner
Special Guest is Shawn "Da Mastamind" Noel
For More Information Check out the website here

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Curioser and Curioser....One Carnival Launching 2009

SOOO.. .I'm browsing through Facebook ...and i get an invite for an event..
For a
"One Carnival Launching!"



So I start to panic one time and send the link to Boss Lady cause I didn't hear anything about it...and it means the Multiple personalities start emerging.

Its for a One carnival Launching but apparently not for all the bands/associations/groups. Huh? A separate Launch....in a Joint carnival? huh? Hmm.. oh well...
The Info reads as follows:

S.O.C.A. and South Florida Band Leaders Association presents: "ONE CARNIVAL LAUNCHING" in celebration of Caribbean American Heritage month and the unification of Miami and Broward Carnivals.

Live performances by PATCH and BLAXX alongside steel bands Silver Stars,Lisa Steel Orchestra and Rising Stars.

D.J.s performing DJ Redz, DJ Vibesman, Mixmaster Roderick and DJ Cleve.

This is a unity presentation in collaboration with:
socagold.net
CUSA
uwifete.com
socagoldlive.com

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR UNITY !

Only $10.00 admission and kids under 12 are free.
YES - BELIEVE IT...ONLY $10.00 ADMISSION

Food and drinks on sale..bring the whole family.

For more information:
305-490-7830
954-628-6106
561-309-3620

DONT MISS THIS EVENT..SHOW YOUR SUPPORT OF SOUTH FLORIDA CARNIVAL'S LONG AWAITED UNIFICATION !

Also lookout for the PIRATE INVASION for Carnival 2009!
Come see beautiful Pirate Girls invade the Fete!

Whatley Plaza aka The Gardens
Located off 7th Ave and Palmetto 826
Plenty of parking on-site
go to: www.whatleyplaza.com

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Six Axis Live Concert Series 2009 - "Benjai Live"

Saturday June 6th 2009 at Sosta Lounge


As always, Six Axis produces events for the Grown and Sexy West Indian.
This Saturday June 6th 2009 is no different.
Even I will be breaking my feteing hiatus to go this event.
SEE COLLIN!!??? Im coming!!!
Make sure you check it out.
Tickets can be purchased online via paypalhere
or at the SixAxis Website here.

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Miami-Broward One Carnival Host Committee 2009

For Immediate Release:


Media Contact: Yvette N. Harris
Harris Public Relations
786.897.8854

Miami-Broward One Carnival Host Committee, Inc. to Celebrate the 25th Anniversary Celebration of Miami Carnival on Sunday, October 11, 2009


Embracing the Notions of Change-Two Major Teams Join Forces

Miami, FL-May 2009-The Miami-Broward One Carnival Host Committee will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Miami Carnival on Sunday, October 11, 2009 at Bicentennial Park in Miami, Fl. After six years of having two Caribbean Carnivals on the same day in South Florida, both Miami Carnival Inc. (MCI) and Broward Caribbean Carnival Inc. (BCCI) have signed an agreement to implement the One Carnival Host Committee Initiative. This spirited collaboration serves as the foundation of a united Carnival celebration in South Florida. This agreement was signed on May 11, 2009 by Ruthven William (Chairman/Founding Member of MCI) and Mario Zamora (Director/Founding Member of BCCI).

In past years, both Miami and Broward Caribbean Carnivals have had a significant impact on tourism in South Florida. Each of the Carnivals has attracted over 100,000 people to the area. The impact of this union promises to create an even greater impact on the economy while providing an opportunity for masqueraders, bandleaders, sponsors and promoters. With the support of various civic leaders and municipalities, both Miami and Broward Caribbean Carnival committee members are committed to embracing the spirit of a common ground as it relates to Carnival.

“We have combined our diverse strengths and resources to create a brand that will provide a tremendous social and economic value to the South Florida area. This is an opportunity for us to elevate Carnival to a new level”, stated Ruthven Williams (Chairman/Founding Member of MCI).

“The Miami-Broward One Carnival Host Committee is committed to this one Carnival movement that promises to have a major impact on the entire South Florida economy”, stated Mario Zamora(Director/Founding Member of BCCI).

“The Caribbean-American community is one of the fastest growing immigrant communities in South Florida. This One Carnival initiative will bolster the community’s continued development in making more significant contributions to the growth and quality of life in South Florida”, stated Marlon A. Hill, Esq., legal counsel to the One Carnival Host Committee initiative.

“The South Florida economy benefits from the richness and diversity of our cultural traditions. We are extremely pleased that County government could play a role in unifying the history, community traditions, resources, and energy of Miami Carnival and Broward Caribbean Carnival. The community at large will benefit from this cultural “Superbowl” stated Commissioner Barbara Jordan, Miami-Dade Commissioner, District 1.

The Miami-Broward One Carnival Host Committee is excited to display the combined creativity and talents that will catapult this celebration into one of the top Caribbean Carnivals in North America.

Media inquiries, please contact: Yvette N. Harris/Harris Public Relations at 786.897.8854 or Yvette@harrispublicrelations.com.

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9inemile Beach Lime 2009

I already told you guys about my friend Camille who's doing an Orlando beach ride trip on June 13th.
Lord I hope i can make it..
BUT
since she's a girl who's all about the details.
Here is a link to the download of the Beach Lime Promo CD...to Prep you for the trip

Beach Lime Promo CD



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9ineMILE!! Endorsed Event! Beach Lime 2009

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Ready for Something Different Orlando?

We’re Counting down to Orlando’s Only

All-Inclusive Beach Bus Ride to Ft. Desoto Beach in St Pete!

Yuh Limin??

Like-Minded Individuals Only!

Get your tickets at www.9inemile.com

$45 Ticket includes:

Transport to and From Fort Desoto Beach

Lunch Catered by Negrils of Winter Park

Musical Entertainment by D’Boywonder and DJ JAM_D

Don’t miss this one!

Save your Gas. Ride with 9inemile.

Log on to 9inemile for Ticket outlets and more info.

Group rates available, call 407-797-3937

Look out for us on the Road for Orlando Carnival this Memorial Day weekend

“Limin Sun or Rain” Promo CD giveaways!


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I had to share this with you people. Please Patronize my fellow VBZ mate. She is meticulous about her events and a Party SOLDIER who will guarantee that you have a Great time. If your in Orlando or anywhere close enough to make the drive... Add this to your plans. June 13TH. TIckets on Sale now.

PACE!

Miami AND Broward Carnival 2009


Its Not a Rumor...its for Real! 2009 Carnival in Florida is a Joint One. Both Associations Broward Carnival and Miami Carnival are presenting ONE EVENT in Bicentennial Park on the SAME DAY! One Carnival!.

I can only imagine that connections are fragile and sensitive even as we speak, but I hope in the end , for this 25th Anniversary, we can in fact really have One Carnival. A true celebration without the seperation.:)

And for those that think Carnival not in people heads already....the bacchanal that is carnival has started already. 

Mas Designers bouncing up on each other on the street in the their sourcing locations and checking to see who buying what. Right Nicky??? loool.  The greetings are genuine, the curiousity is PALPABLE....and all it does is build the drive to DO Better, to BE Better.

This Joint carnival also means that the commpetition is larger. Personally I love it. It makes the challenge even more exciting. With previous bands in the Miami Parade you kind of knew what the limits and standard of the existing bands are. Now...we have Wild cards. I LOVE it. The Pressure is on...

I Name Bacchanal

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