At this time of year its gets a bit hectic for me. The fact of the matter is I started a few projects which I did not anticipate would need alot of nursing then realized I have a bit too much. I am using all the hours of the day then borrowing some from twilight to midnight. Have had to place some of the things I been working on, over a low fire and tend to my brainchild.
Brainchild: BROOKLYN CARIBBEAN YOUTH FEST (BCYF). 2009's festival is set to happen, Saturday, Sept 12, 2009 @Prospect Heights Educational Campus 3-9 pm. It will fulfill this year's goal of spotlight on folk songs written and composed by Irving Burgie. The mission of the hosting organization Hamptonians New York (Brooklyn based/non-profit) is to showcase and preserve Caribbean culture the legacy of Caribbean-Americans for future generations.
Its the 5th year and a milestone achievement, all things considered. The venue is a new location. Hopefully, this decision will be a huge success. The affair is a marvelous showcase of soul stirring rhythms that is irresistibly ENTERTAINING. Moving indoors .... honestly questionable, since our audience have enjoyed stretching out, chilling on a blanket while they take in the festivities however, it could be the best place for us this year.
The Nethermead, Prospect Park our original home to me, was a top choice location which gave allowance for growth nonetheless, its been TEDIOUS. As we make this transition, we are looking forward to a year that we leave an indelible mark. Besides, the Caribbean-American community have a tendency to come out late on Saturday for these type of things. For the most part they clean-up home, do laundry, food shop and then hit the malls before they check out the social scenes.
Brainchild: BROOKLYN CARIBBEAN YOUTH FEST (BCYF). 2009's festival is set to happen, Saturday, Sept 12, 2009 @Prospect Heights Educational Campus 3-9 pm. It will fulfill this year's goal of spotlight on folk songs written and composed by Irving Burgie. The mission of the hosting organization Hamptonians New York (Brooklyn based/non-profit) is to showcase and preserve Caribbean culture the legacy of Caribbean-Americans for future generations.
Its the 5th year and a milestone achievement, all things considered. The venue is a new location. Hopefully, this decision will be a huge success. The affair is a marvelous showcase of soul stirring rhythms that is irresistibly ENTERTAINING. Moving indoors .... honestly questionable, since our audience have enjoyed stretching out, chilling on a blanket while they take in the festivities however, it could be the best place for us this year.
The Nethermead, Prospect Park our original home to me, was a top choice location which gave allowance for growth nonetheless, its been TEDIOUS. As we make this transition, we are looking forward to a year that we leave an indelible mark. Besides, the Caribbean-American community have a tendency to come out late on Saturday for these type of things. For the most part they clean-up home, do laundry, food shop and then hit the malls before they check out the social scenes.
In any event, every September for the past 5 years BCYF highlights, groups from across the state of NY and last year NJ and Philadelphia got in on the action This is growth that I'm personally very proud. Some 25+ performers strut their stuff on stage with exuberance. Each year the audience grows so we are definitely reaping public and as well as media interest. Yipeeeeeee!!
It is really an IRIE affair. Great vibes too. There is a tight embrace of grassroot expressions and traditions that are passed down through time. We have an even tighter grip on the richness, the diverse dynamic of the Caribbean. No other region in the world is as diverse in culture as the Caribbean region.. not even New York.
So until that time...keep checking in. Some serious gorilla marketing is on the way.
It is really an IRIE affair. Great vibes too. There is a tight embrace of grassroot expressions and traditions that are passed down through time. We have an even tighter grip on the richness, the diverse dynamic of the Caribbean. No other region in the world is as diverse in culture as the Caribbean region.. not even New York.
So until that time...keep checking in. Some serious gorilla marketing is on the way.
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