Day one of the 2008 Creole in the Park is officially over as WCK performed their last song sometime around 6:30pm.

Considering the fact that I’ve been to every Cable and Wireless Creole in the Park since the event originated six years ago. By now you would think that I’ve gotten over all the excitement, but as always Creole in the park is truly an experience beyond words and day one was no exception. It was so exciting to see friends I haven’t seen since at high school graduation . And I’ve to admit, its difficult remembering all their names or maybe I had too much beer – can’t blame me, its Reunion time baby! .

The Giraudel Jing Ping got things started off on the main sound stage with a strong cultural performance as crowd start to assemble into the park. In the second act of the day was Ray Holman, Athie Martin and Friends followed by a performance by the Paix Bouche Cultural Group – which was then followed by the official opening ceremony for Creole in the Park 2008.

Later, on the main stage was some of Dominica’s Local Reggae Artists (Dr. Silk, Aima and Atunya) and was followed by the First Serenade band preforming some of their hit tracks from the pass. In the final performance of the day which was also on the main stage, WCK brought the house with an electrifying bouyon performance.

As I concluded day one of the 2008 Creole in the Park, I can honestly say that I enjoyed myself, and the fact that I was able to meet-up with many Dominicans/friends I haven’t seen in a very long time made things even better. With that said, I encourage you to stay tuned for day two.

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Photos via Dominica’s Dive Fest blog

Dive Fest 2008 is July 11th to 20th, 2008 – Dominica’s Annual Scuba Diving Event.

Dive Fest 2008 is set to begin on July 11th with the Annual Cable and Wireless Dive Fest Happy Hour with Dominica’s number one party band – Swinging Stars at the Fort young Hotel. The fest will run until July 20th with different diving activities around Dominica. Some of the main activities to look forward to are: the Beginner’s Dive of the Reef, Wine and Cheese Party at the Evergreen Hotel, the Underwater Treasure Hunt sponsored by Victorinox- Swiss Army, a one day shoot trying out the newest cameras from Sealife, and the grand Soufriere Kubuli Beach Party to end Dive Fest 2008.

Dive Fest is annual event hosted by the Dominica Watersports Association, were the association focus its attention on the sport of Scuba Diving, also to educate the general public the basis on scuba diving, and showcases why divers chose Dominica as is one the top diving destination in the world.

Dive Fest 2008 is planning to bigger than ever , with big name sponsors like Victorinox- Swiss Army, Jewellers International, Cable and Wireless Dominica, and Sealife. As the longest running Dive Festival in the Caribbean we are now planning our 15th year of Dive Fest – has become one the premier annual diving events in the Caribbean.

Click the link below to view a schedule with the different dates and events at the 2008 Dive Fest.

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Rumor has it that Ignatius “Nasio” Fontaine will be one of the sixteen Dominicans who will be receiving the country second highest honour at the 29th Independence celebrations on Saturday, a government statement has revealed.

My Open Thread on the Subject

How ironic that the government is honouring Nasio. True – Nasio is Dominican and an international reggae artist, but what have Nasio done for Dominica – nothing!

Until the recent Creole in the Park , that was the first appearance made by Nasio to the Dominican public. Then again the only reason that was possible was because of whatever compensation Cable and Wireless offer him. So if the government feels like they should honour Nasio…let them. But I’m sure that there are many Dominicans who share my opinion.

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