In celebration this year of not only World Spay Day but also Sunshine Foundation’s 10th anniversary of low cost spay/neuter clinics on St. Croix, the non-profit organization will be hosting a special free clinic today to spay or neuter up to 26 cats (domestic or feral). The non-profit foundation funds its efforts through grants and […]
Christiansted National Historic Site and the Virgin Islands Caribbean Cultural Center at UVI are collaborating on development of an exhibit, tentatively titled “Slavery to Freedom.” This exhibit is the culmination of five years of archeological research, fieldwork and community engagement as part of the Slave Wrecks Project. The National Park Service (NPS) and UVI welcome […]
Christiansted National Historic Site and the Virgin Islands Caribbean Cultural Center at UVI are collaborating on development of an exhibit, tentatively titled “Slavery to Freedom.” This exhibit is the culmination of five years of archeological research, fieldwork and community engagement as part of the Slave Wrecks Project. The National Park Service (NPS) and UVI welcome […]
National Park Service will host Alexandra Gulick, who will speak on “Green Turtles and Greener Pastures: The Role of Grazing in Caribbean Seagrass Ecosystems.” She will discuss the foraging and behavioral ecology of green turtles in seagrass ecosystems. Using herbivore “exclosures” and stationary benthic cameras, Gulick is evaluating the role of green turtle grazing in […]
Sen. Alicia V. Barnes along with Sen. Allison L. DeGazon, Sen. Donna Frett-Gregory and Sen. Janelle K. Sarauw will host a roundtable discussion in recognition of International Women’s Day. Confirmed panelists include former female members of the V.I. Legislature and women leaders in the community. This year’s theme, #BalanceforBetter, addresses gender balance in all sectors: […]
The next general membership meeting of the St. Croix AARP Chapter No. 3167 is scheduled. It will provide important information for policy holders previously insured under the Real Legacy Assurance Company whose coverage has been transferred to NEMWIL Insurance Company, Representatives from the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, Division of Banking, Insurance and Financial Regulation […]
The Women’s Coalition of St. Croix (WCSC) will hold two events: The Love & Peace Dining Experiences. Tickets cost $125 per person, per event, with special discounts for the purchase of two tickets together. -- $200 a pair. Special guest performers will be Dare In The Air; music will be by DJ Fyah Coral. A […]
The National Association of African Americans in Human Resources Virgin Islands chapter (NAAAHRUSVI) will hold its next meeting. It is a non-profit organization that provides a forum where Human Resources (HR) practitioners can share, gain information and provide strategic leadership on all talent management solutions affecting their individual career and the careers and quality of […]
Ninety-nine years and going strong, the church continues to be a beacon of light in the Grove Place community, while forging relationships across denominational lines. Its celebration includes Wednesday night anniversary services. The second one is this evening and will be led by Pastor Reginald Perry of Victorious Believers ministries.
St. Croix’s Charlene Abramson Joseph will present “The Vienna Cake Mystery.” The clever children’s book was an instant hit during the past holiday season and a 2018 selection by the V.I. Department of Education for its Governor’s Summer Reading Challenge. Beautifully illustrated by St, Croix artist Danica M. David, “The Vienna Cake Mystery” is a book […]
The Virgin Islands Cycling Federation (VICF) will hold a 20K individual time trial, also known as the race against the clock. Cyclists will be sent off at one-minute intervals; all categories will race the same distance. Helmets and shoes must be worn at all VICF events. There will be an entry fee of $5 for […]
The 46th Annual Territorial Spelling Bee will be held. The territory’s top 12 spellers will compete for the championship title and the opportunity to represent the Virgin Islands at the 92nd Scripps National Spelling Bee on May 28–30, in Maryland. Schools represented include: All Saints Cathedral School, Addelita Cancryn Jr. High, Antilles School, Yvonne Milliner-Bowsky […]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resource Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS) invites Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI) staff, UVI employees, architects, engineers, planners, realtors, farmers, land owners, researchers, students and anyone else interested in learning more about Virgin Islands’ soils to attend a workshop on “How to Access Soils Information.” Web Soil Survey is a […]
Ninety-nine years and going strong, the church continues to be a beacon of light in the Grove Place community, while forging relationships across denominational lines. Its celebration includes Wednesday night anniversary services. The third one is this evening. The celebration will culminate with Pastor John Briscoe of Refuge Tabernacle Church bringing the message.
The State MATHCOUNTS Competition will be held. A total of 20 mathletes from five schools across the St. Croix and St. Thomas-St. John District will compete to represent the territory in the 2019 Raytheon MATHCOUNTS National Competition scheduled for May 12-13, in Orlando, Fla. Schools represented are Antilles School, Bertha C. Boschulte Middle School, Good […]
The 1-Mile Walk/Run will be held this morning. The first 20 registered participants are guaranteed a commemorative T-shirt. Pre-registration for this event is open up until 6 a.m. on race day. Registration is $10. Prizes will be awarded to the first and second overall male and female walkers/runners and the first male and female UVI […]
Elmo Plaskett Little League will officially kick off the 2019 Season on Saturday, March 23 and March 24. This year East and West will have their traditional kick-off parades and games jointly. The parade will begin promptly. Teams are asked to arrive at the wharf parking lot by 10:30 a.m. The parade will be followed […]
The USVI Soccer Association will have an All Girls U-12 5v5 Soccer Tournament (ages 8-12). Registration is free. It will be a day of soccer fun, carnival games and prizes. Girls don’t have to be on a soccer team or a member of a soccer club to participate. Upon arrival, to the registration table for […]
Elmo Plaskett Little League will officially kick off the 2019 Season on Saturday, March 23 and March 24. This year East and West will have their traditional kick-off parades and games jointly. Today, Little League West will have its grand parade. Lineup will be at 10:30 a.m. at the Freedom City Service Station. A brief […]
A Golf Scramble will be held. Proceeds will benefit the Women’s Coalition of St. Croix (WCSC). The event will include $20 mulligans, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, a closest to the pin challenge ($20 per entry) and a four-person scramble ($125 per golfer). The entry fee includes a dinner buffet. Call the Pro Shop to register.
The V.I. Department of Education, St. Croix District, invites the public to its Shining Stars Recognition Ceremony. The Shining Stars event will recognize students who have performed at the highest levels or have demonstrated the most growth on the fall 2018 Smarter Balanced Assessment. Parents and members of the community are encouraged to support students […]
The Democratic Party of the Virgin Islands invites the public to a cocktail reception called A Seat at the Table. The event will honor Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett Esq., U.S. Virgin Islands Delegate to Congress. Tickets cost $30. Sen. Alicia V. Barnes, Sen. Allison DeGazon, Sen. Donna Frett-Gregory of the 33rd Legislature of the USVI will […]
The St. Croix Chamber of Commerce Annual Excellence in Business Awards Gala will be held. The Gala Committee has announced its nominees for the Excellence in Business Awards based upon their respective contributions to the community and the economic growth of St. Croix. According to Chamber Chairman Ryan Nelthropp, “The gala is the Chamber's annual […]
The Dominican Action Committee and the 4-H Ambassador Program along with other individuals are formally asking for volunteers to come out and assist with a beach clean-up.
Ridge to Reef Farm’s next Slow Down Dinner will feature Chef Andrew Thaldorf. To RSVP: email csa@ridge2reef.org or TEXT the temporary line and leave a message at 514-0312. Include the party name, number and preference for either omnivore or vegan. BYOB! Coolers welcomed. The tour will begin at 5:15 p.m.; dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. […]
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