Events and Entertainment Guide

MAY - JUNE 2016
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ISLAND Entertainment
See St. John Entertainment listings on page 86.
STEEL PAN AND CALYPSO
PIANO
GUITAR, KEYBOARD, VARIETY
Cruzan Beach Club at Sunset Grille
Aqua Terra Restaurant and Lounge
Best Western Emerald Beach Resort
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Secret Harbour Beach Resort 714-STRG (7874)
Wednesday, 3-5 PM
Northside Bistro
Northside, 775-5098, Fri 6:30 to 9:30
(Andrew Douglas on Steel Pans)
Caribbean Fusion Restaurant
Emerald Beach Resort, 777-8800
Fri 7 to 10 (Aben Marrero on Steel Pan)
BANDS AND DANCING
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Caribbean Saloon, Red Hook, 775-7060
Fri 11 pm to 4 am Karaoke (Hector), Sat 10 pm
to 4 am (DJ Rob) Occasional live music,
call for details
Crown Bay Gaming & Sports Lounge
Crown Bay Marina, 715-5300
Fri 10 to 2 (Top Notch Band)
Duffy’s Love Shack, Red Hook, 779-2080
Dancing under the stars nightly from 9:30 pm until...
Fatty's, Red Hook, 777-4275 Sat 10 to 3 am
Wed & Fri 9:30 to Midnight, Sat 9:30 to
Midnight, Sun Karaoke (with Hector) 9 until
Fat Turtle, Yacht Haven Grande, 775-8FAT
Fri 10 until(DJ Pete), Sat 9 to 12 Karaoke with
Tommy Dickman
Grande Cru, Yacht Haven Grande, 774-7263
Fri Late Night (DJ)
Hull Bay Hideaway, Hull Bay, 777-1898
Call for schedule, or see Guitar, Keyboard, Variety
Iggies Beach Bar & Grill, Bolongo Bay Beach
Resort, 693-2600, LIVE MUSIC 7 nights a week
See also Guitar, Keyboards, Variety Section
Latitude 18, Vessup Bay, 777-4552
See Guitar, Keyboard, Variety section.
Marriott Frenchman’s Cove
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Marriott Frenchman's Reef, 777-7100
Fri 7 to 10 (Freddie Rabuse)
Banana Tree/Cabana Bar, Bluebeard’s Castle,
774-1600, Sun 6:30 to 9 (Dennis Frett)
Caribbean Fish Market, Elysian Beach Resort,
714-STRG (7874), Sun 6:30 to 9:30 (Freddie Rabuse)
Northside Bistro, Northside, 775-5098
Mon and Tues 6:30 to 9:30 (Louis Taylor) Wed 6:30 to
9:30 (Paul Dirks-guitar) Thu 6:30 to 9:30 (Winnie Van
Phillips on guitar), Fri 6:30 to 9:30 (Andrew Douglas
on Steel Pans) Sat 7 to 10 (Louis Taylor-piano,
Rhett Simmons-bass)
Manor House Restaurant, Sugar Bay Resort &
Spa, 777-7100, Mon and Sat 7 to 9:30
(Freddie Rabuse, piano and vocals)
CARIBBEAN SHOWS
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Iggies Beach Bar & Grill
Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, 775-1800
Wed 7 to 10 Carnival Night and Limbo Show
with West Indian buffet.
Margaritaville Restaurant
Smith Bay, 775-8310 Sun 4 to 6 (local vendors),
6 to 9 (Calypso band, Fire Show, Limbo)
Sangria’s Beachside Bistro,
Elysian Beach Resort, 714-STRG (7874),
Monday 7-10PM, Calypso Band, Fire Show,
Limbo, Local Vendors
Sugar Bay Resort and Spa
Smith Bay, 777-7100, Tues 6 to 9:30,
(Live steel pan, limbo show, local vendors)
DAYTIME MUSIC
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Dinghy’s Beach Bar and Grill
Sunset Poolside Bar & Grill, 693-4800
Every night but Wednesday, 6 to 8,
(Tues, Tim West Band)
Off The Grid, Tillett Gardens
check us out on facebook! Live music most
nights, including visiting bands. Tues and Fri 7
to 10 (John Gazi), Wed 7 to 10 (John Hodges),
Thu 7 to 10 (Whiskey Pistols)
Melt, American Yacht Harbor, 714-STRG (7874),
DJ every Wednesday, Live Music
every Friday 7 pm-2 am
Paradise Point, Havensight, Top of the Tram
777-4540, Wed 6 to 9 (Top Notch Band)
The Tap & Still, Redhook 244-2577
Wed 9 to closing (DJ Soul Candy), Fri 6 to 9
(Barefoot Davis) and 10 to closing (DJ Kash)
Honeymoon Beach, Water Island 727-504-0268
Sun 1 to 4 (Call for schedule)
to 11 closing (DJ Kash), Fri 6 to 9 (DJ) and 10 to
closing (band) Sat 9 to closing (DJ Soul Candy)
Tavern On The Waterfront 776-4328, Fridays 7
The Tap & Still, Havensight, 244-2577 Thurs 9
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Fat Turtle
Yacht Haven Grande, 714-3566
Sun 5 to 8 (Sweetlife, featuring Louis Taylor)
Fresh Bistro, Yacht Haven Grande, 777-2747
Sat 7 to 9 (Danny Silber, Channing Griggs Jazz Ensemble)
Northside Bistro, Northside, 775-5098
Sat 7 to 10 (Louis Taylor-piano, Rhett Simmons-bass)
Old Stone Farmhouse
Mahogany Run, 777-6277
Every other Friday 7 to 9:30. Please call for schedule;
reservations are recommended for dining.
to 10 Open for players to sit in. Hosted by Shelley.
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Lindbergh Bay, 777-8800
Sat 8 to 11 (John Hodges)
Blackbeard’s, Mafolie Hill, 776-1234
Live Music Thu, Fri and Sat after
Nov 15th – Call for Schedule. Fri 6 to 9
Caribbean Saloon, Red Hook, 775-7060
Special live concerts. Please call for details.
Fri 11:00 Karaoke with Hector. BIG screens!
Coco Joe's, Marriott Morningstar Beach Resort,
776-8500, Thurs 7 to 10 Barefoot Davis Band
Dinghy’s Beach Bar and Grill
Honeymoon Beach, Water Island 727 504-0268
Sun 1 to 4 Pirate-themed Full Moon Party monthly.
Dog House Pub, Havensight, 998-8341
Wed 7:30 (Get Lucky Trivia) Thu 7 to 11 (Trippin’
Thursday with Live Music TBA) Fri 10 to 2
(Ladies Night-free drinks)
Hull Bay Hideaway, Hull Bay, 779-1898
Sun 5:30 to :30 (local favorites and visiting bands),
some other nights. Call for schedule.
Iggies Beach Bar & Grill
Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, 693-2600
Mon 7:30 to 10:30 (Jason Jones) Tue 7:30 to
10:30 (TBD) Wed 7 to 10 Carnival Night and
Limbo show Thu 8 to 11 Karaoke with Tommy
Bronx, Fri 8 to 11 (Flipswitch-Soulful Modern
Rock) Sat 8 to 11(Jah Souljahs reggae band)
Sun 7:30 to 10:30 Tim West Duo. Call for info on
our Bands in the Sand special concerts
Margaritaville Restaurant, Smith Bay,
775-8310, Live music nightly 6 to 9. Mon (Why
Not?), Wed (Flip Switch), Thu (Brent & Preston),
Fri (Tim West Band), Sat (Jason Jones)
Marriott Frenchman’s Cove
Sunset Poolside Bar & Grill, 693-4800 Live music 6 to 8 every night but Wed.
Mon 7:30 Fire show with Flights of Fire
Molly Molones, Red Hook, 775-1270
Live music and sports nightly. Call for schedule.
Northside Bistro, Northside, 775-5098
Mon and Tues 6:30 to 9:30 (Louis Taylor) Wed
6:30 to 9:30 (Paul Dirks-guitar) Thu 6:30 to 9:30
(Winnie Van Phillips on guitar), Fri 6:30 to 9:30
(Andrew Douglas on Steel Pans) Sat 7 to 10
(Louis Taylor-piano, Rhett Simmons-bass)
Oceanside Bistro, Lindbergh Bay Hotel and
Villas, 774-2525 ext.6, Sat Call for details.
Rum Shandy Cabana Bar
Frenchtown, 775-RUM1, Mon 9 to 12 (Open
Mike Night with Tommy August or Andy Easton)
Tue 9 to 12 (reggae and pop with Brocolee),
Fri 9 to 12 (Reggae with Jah Souljahs)
Sand Bar at Havana Blue, MorningStar Beach
at Frenchman’s Bay Resort, 715-7263, Tue 5 to 7
(T&T Tuesdays w/ Jason Jones & Friends)
Wed 4 to 7 (West Lindy Wednesdays w/ Jon Gazi)
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EVENTS!
SHOPPING
EVENTS! St. Thomas & St. John
MAY - JUNE 2016
Daily
8:30AM – 4:00 PM
PLANTATION CROWN
AND HAWK BOTANICAL GARDEN
2-A Estate Crown and Hawk , Route 33
Paradise Found! Explore this unique hilltop garden set amongst a historic sugar
plantation estate. Thousands of tropical
plants like orchids, gingers, and bromeliads form lush jungle trails featuring a 125’
long waterfall, viewing sky decks, peacocks, fish, and turtles. Giftshop, beverage
and snack bar and plant maze challenge….an aMAZEing place, fun for the
whole family! Cost $18.00 adults, $10.00
children, under 5 free. Call 340-776-0041
AFTERNOONS
HASSEL ISLAND TOUR
Meet at the Frenchtown Dock,
St. Thomas
VI Eco Tours hosts this 3-hour hike
through the marine railway,and lime kiln
area, up to the Garrison building at the
top of the island. Hiking or tennis shoes
required. Cost: $59. Call for reservations
at least 24 hours in advance, and specify
that you are interested in the St. Thomas
Historical Society tour. Call (340) 774-5541.
EveryWeek
MONDAYS, SUNSET
FREE MOVIE NIGHT
Honeymoon Beach, Water Island
Catch the ferry next to Tickles Dockside
Pub, Crown Bay, St. Thomas. Round trip
fare is $10, but the movie is free! Refreshments available, so bring cash (and don't
forget bug spray)! Info call(340) 777-5288.
Annaberg Historic
Site Cultural
Demonstrations.
Monday through
Friday, 10 AM 1 PM, Annaberg
Ruins, Leinster
Bay, St. John.
See details
on this page.
gardening skills as demonstrated by native St. Johnians. A walk around the ruins
allows visualization of the colonial "sugar"
era. Free. For info call (340) 779-8700
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, 6-7 PM
FREE TAI CHI
Yacht Haven Grande, in front of
Louis Vuitton, St. Thomas
Enjoy this rejuvenating physical activity!
Donations for instructor appreciated.
For information, call (340) 774-9500
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 10AM 1PM
FRENCH HERITAGE MUSEUM
Frenchtown, St. Thomas,
next to Joseph Aubain Ballpark
Get a glimpse into the past of this picturesque fishing village. Call (340) 714-2583
MONDAYS, TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS,
9 AM - 3:30 PM
REEF BAY HIKE
National Park Visitors Center, Cruz Bay, St. John
Board a shuttle to the head of the trail to
enjoy a ranger-led hike down the approximately 3-mile long Reef Bay Trail & travel
by boat back to Cruz Bay. Bring water,
sunblock, bug spray, sturdy
walking/hiking shoes & a snack or lunch.
Book reservations at the Friends of the
Park Store in Mongoose Junction. Cost:
$40 pp. For info call (340) 779-8700
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 10 AM - 1 PM
ANNABERG HISTORIC SITE CULTURAL
DEMONSTRATIONS
Annaberg Ruins, Leinster Bay, St. John
The subsistence lifestyle is presented with
TUESDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
WATERS EDGE WALK
Leinster Bay Trailhead, across from the
Annaberg parking lot, St. John
Explore the wildlife and habitat of the
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you learn about the many ways seagrass
inhabitants hide and defend themselves.
This hands-on activity is appropriate for
the whole family. Water shoes are helpful.
Free. For info call (340) 779-8700
TUESDAYS, 12-5 PM,
ARTISTS' BAZAAR
Across from Pickles, Coral Bay, St. John
Weather permitting, come find original
creations for sale by the artists under
tents and umbrellas. Truly a laid-back,
Coral Bay experience, and a great way to
support local arts. For information, email
awlmadehere@yahoo.com
TUESDAYS, 6-7 PM
FREE YOGA
Yacht Haven Grande, next to Gucci, St. Thomas
Weather permitting, start your evening
with some physical activity. Donations for
instructor appreciated. For information,
call (340) 774-9500
TUESDAYS - SATURDAYS, 10 AM - 5 PM,
SUNDAYS, 11 AM - 5 PM, CLOSED MONDAYS
V.I. CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
Grand Galleria Hotel, 2nd Floor, Charlotte
Amalie, St. Thomas
VICM is a non-profit place of beauty, joy
and wonder, offering a large variety of
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Historic
Downtown
Charlotte Amalie
Walking Tour,
Fridays, 9 AM,
Charlotte Amalie.
St. Thomas.
The St. Thomas
Historical Trust
offers these
guided walks.
See details
on this page.
interactive exhibits with a primary focus
on science and technology. Check out the
"They Thought They Were Crazy" exhibit,
dedicated to historical inventions that
changed all of mankind, or walk through
the rainbow xylophone in the "Music and
Light Spectacular"-- just two of the interactive exhibits. What will you discover today?
Cost: $8 per person, children under 2 free
with one paying adult. Call (340) 643-0366,
or visit www.vichildrensmuseum.org.
night's sights. The Park provides a telescope to bring our heavens in close. The
Concordia Eco-Resort hosts the evening
observations with a unique SE viewing
platform. Free. For info call (340) 779-8700
WEDNESDAYS, 10 AM- 2 PM
VI NATIONAL PARK CINNAMON
BAY EDUCATION CENTER
Cinnamon Bay Beach, St. John
Take a guided tour of the Educational
Center and Archaeology Laboratory at
Cinnamon Bay. The center may also be
open from 9:00 to 5:00 on week days if
the archaeologist and interns are working
in the laboratory. Free. For information,
call (340) 715-8580
THURSDAYS, 6-7 PM
FREE ZUMBA CLASS
Yacht Haven Grande, in front of
Louis Vuitton, St. Thomas
Learn how to Zumba! It’s a great way to
get some healthful exercise. Bring drinking
water. Donations for instructor appreciated. For information, call (340) 774-9500
WEDNESDAYS, 7:30 - 8:30 PM
VIRGIN ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK'S
NIGHT SKY WATCH
Concordia Resort, Salt Pond Bay, St. John
This is your opportunity to explore the
dark skies of the Park. A brief introductory presentation will prepare you for the
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FREE YOGA
Yacht Haven Grande, next to Gucci, St. Thomas
Weather permitting, start your day with
some physical activity. Donations for
instructor appreciated. Call (340) 774-9500
FRIDAYS, 9:30 - 3:30PM
L'ESPERANCE TRAIL HIKE "STEP
BACK IN TIME"
Meet at National Park Visitors Center,
Cruz Bay, St. John
Enjoy this ranger-guided hike and follow
colonial era footprints through dry forest
and history. See the only Baobob tree on
the island. This is a challenging backcountry hike. Participants should be responsi-
bly equipped with appropriate clothing,
shoes, food and water for a 5+ hour excursion. Hikers must be able to walk back to
the trailhead if rough seas prevent boat
pickup. Cost: $40 per person NOTE: Be at
the park's visitor center with their vouchers
by 9:15am on hike day. Call (340) 693-7275
FRIDAYS, 8-10 PM
FREE QUADRILLE DANCE LESSONS
MUNGO NILES CULTURAL DANCERS
Emancipation Garden, St. Thomas
The oldest dance group on St. Thomas
invites you to learn the traditional VI dance,
the Quadrille, in this historic park.
For information, call (340) 998-4238 or
email mungoniles@yahoo.com.
SATURDAYS, 9-10 AM
FREE ZUMBA CLASS
Yacht Haven Grande, in front of Louis Vuitton,
St. Thomas
Learn how to Zumba! It’s a great way to
get some healthful exercise. Bring drinking
water. Donations for instructor appreciated. For info call (340) 774-9500
“Ending Domestic Violence
& Sexual Assault Through
Prevention Education!”
VI Domestic Violence &
Sexual Assault Council (DVSAC)
The USVI Territorial Coalition
340-719-0144
www.vidvsac.org • info@vidvsac.net
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FOR AN EMERGENCY CALL THE VIPD AT, 9-1-1
FOR SURVIVORS ON ST. CROIX CALL THE WOMEN’S
COALITION OF ST. CROIX AT, (340) 773.9272
FOR SURVIVORS ON ST. THOMAS/JOHN/WI CALL
THE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER AT, (340) 776.3966
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SHOPPING
EVENTS! St. Thomas & St. John
MAY - JUNE 2016
Every Month
EVERY SECOND SATURDAY, 9 AM-3 PM
ARTISAN AND FARMER’S MARKET
AND ART EXCHANGE
Buddha Sushi, Estate Frydenhoj, St. Thomas
For information call (340) 513-7462 or email
osaze72@yahoo.com
EVERY FIRST AND THIRD SUNDAY,
10 AM-2 PM
FARMER’S MARKET
Esplanade, Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas
Fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and
locally-made goodies. Call (340) 774-9500
EVERY SECOND AND LAST SUNDAY,
10 AM- 2 PM
FARMER’S MARKET
Bordeaux Market, St. Thomas
Shop from the farmers on the west end of
the island For info, call (340) 774-4204 or
(340) 244-4644.
May 1 to 8 »
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MAY 7 & 8, 9 AM
Commodore's Cup of St. John, VI
Skinny Legs, Coral Bay, St. John
This is the 17th edition of this regatta that
benefits the St. John Kids and the Sea program (KATS), a non-profit, volunteer marine
organization that promotes kids safely having
fun on the water. This event is sponsored by
the St. John, Coral Bay, and Nauti Yacht Clubs
of St. John. There will be open races in Pursuit,
PHRF, Multihull and Classics classes. Awards
party and live music follow the racing on
Sunday. For information, call (340) 514-3244.
May 9 to 15 »
THURSDAY, MAY 12, 11 AM- 3 PM
The Love City Country Music Festival
Official Beach Party
Soggy Dollar.White Bay, Jost Van Dyke, BVI
Is this heaven??? Grab a boat and get to White
Bay for a day of sun, fun, and Painkillers plus
live acoustic music from festival artists on the
beach! With special guests from Martha's
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Country Music
Festival!
May 12th -14th
Texas red dirt
country meets
Caribbean white sand!
Headliner Pat Green,
with special guests
Radney Foster and
Sunny Sweeney,
plus special
opening act TBA.
See details
on this page.
Vineyard, Entrain. There is NO ticket required
for the Thursday Beach Party-- simply get
there and enjoy some great music at one of
the best places on earth. NOTE: Transportation and a passport are required, but no ticket
for admission to this event. There will be
special ferry service departing Red Hook,
St. Thomas at 8AM and St. John at 8:30AM,
arriving at Jost Van Dyke at 9AM. Fare is $80
round trip Call Inter Island Boat Service to
reserve your seat at (340) 776-6597, or email
interisland@islands.vi. For information, go to
www.lovecitycountrymusicfest.com
THURSDAY, MAY 12, 8 PM
The Love City Country Music Festival...
The Party Continues!
Barefoot Cowboy, Lumberyard Complex,
Cruz Bay, St. John
There's no reason for the music to end, as
you enjoy barbeque with a view overlooking
beautiful Cruz Bay. More great entertainment
TBA. For information, go to
www.lovecitycountrymusicfest.com
FRIDAY, MAY 13, 6 - 9 PM
The Love City Country Music Festival
Wharfside Roundup
Cruz Bay Beach, St. John
Country music fans won't want to miss this
Nashville Songwriters Showcase featuring
Chicks with Picks-- right on the beach in Cruz
Bay! There'll be Hit Makers & Rum Chasers
Kent Blazy, Marty Dodson and Paul Overstreet,
joined by Chicks with Picks' hot lineup of
Bridgette Tatum, Sunny Sweeney and
Angaleena Presley. (Artist lineup subject to
change without notice.) For information,
go to www.lovecitycountrymusicfest.com
FRIDAY, MAY 13, 9 - 11PM
The Love City Country Music Festival
Wharfside Roundup After Party
Cruz Bay Beach, St. John
Still want more?! Hang around for the after
party with Martha's Vineyard's own eclectic
feel-good band, Entrain. For information, go to
www.lovecitycountrymusicfest.com
SATURDAY, MAY 14,12-6 PM
3rd Annual Slider Showdown
Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas
Come find out who has the best sliders on
the rock! Categories include Best Burger, Best
Veggie, Best Pulled Pork and Best Seafood.
This event benefits All Saints Cathedral School.
For information, call (340) 774-0231
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 3 PM
Dancing Classrooms Virgin Islands:
Colors of the Rainbow Team Match
Reichhold Center for the Arts
5th Annual Colors of the Rainbow Team Match,
a fifth grade ballroom dance competition.
FREE, open to the public. Call (340) 513-9361
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May - June 2016
Downtown
Revitalization's
Art on the Town
Saturday, June 11,
3 - 9 PM
Charlotte Amalie,
St. Thomas.
Explore our
community's rich
artistic culture in a
fun evening out!
See details
on this page.
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 6 PM
(DOORS OPEN AT 5 PM)
The Love City Country Music Festival
Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John
Texas red dirt country meets Caribbean white
sand! Headliner Pat Green, with special guests
Radney Foster and Sunny Sweeney, plus a special opening act TBA. Advance purchase $35,
or $45 day of show (plus $5 service charge).
This is a rain-or-shine event; NO refunds. VIP
pass $90, includes festival t-shirt, baseball cap,
$20 in drink tickets, access to VIP and Miller
Lite Corral (premium viewing area-- limited
number available), and a festival lanyard.
Special late-night ferry to St. Thomas. For more
info visit www.lovecitycountrymusicfest.com
May 16 to 22 »
TUESDAY, MAY 17, NOON - 3 PM
4th Annual Coal Pot Cookoff
Emancipation Garden, St. Thomas
Join us to sample food cooked the oldfashioned way. Prizes will be awarded
to the top 3 chefs. Sponsored by the St.
Thomas Historical Trust. For info, email
execdirector@stthomashistoricaltrust.org
TUESDAY, MAY 17, 5:30-9:30 PM
In Concert – Dion Parson & WICO
Present Jazz on the Dock
www.virginislandsthisweek.com West Indian Company Dock by the
Visitors Center, St. Thomas
Enjoy the jazz of some of Virgin Islands’ best
musicians – seasoned professionals and local student musicians. Call (340) 774-1780
for this exciting multi-media exhibit. Virgin
Islands adult as well as student artists are
asked to let their imaginations run wild by
celebrating every form of yellow, whether
the color itself or its perceived symbolism.
Call ArtVIAdvocates at (340) 690-9528
SATURDAY, MAY 21, 5-8 PM
Wagapalooza – A Dog Show Extraordinaire!
Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John
Everyone is invited to enter this crazy little
dog show, with ribbons for first, second
and third place winners in each of the
unconventional categories, for example
"Best Old Timer", "Best Costume", and "Best
Licks and Kisses". There will be fun events
for all ages, such as the bouncey house,
face painting, food and beverages, a raffle
and much more. Special WAGA t-shirts will
be available as well. The event benefits the
non-profit St. John Animal Care Center.
For information, call: (340) 774-1625
WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 7 PM
The Forum Presents –
Annual Film Festival TBA
Market Square East Cinema, St. Thomas
Enjoy award-winning films at this annual festival. Tickets: $15; Teachers: $10; Students $5
with Student ID. For info, call (340) 228-4777
THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY,
MAY 19, 20 & 21, 7 PM
Ultimate Flavors of the Islands
Marriott Frenchman's Reef and Morningstar
Beach Resort, St. Thomas
Banco Popular invites you to be part of
the culinary experience of a lifetime at the
4th edition of the Ultimate Flavors of the
Islands. Delight your senses with the wide
selection of food and drink from the US
Virgin Islands' best restaurants, and cooking
demos with guest celebrity chefs from the
Caribbean and beyond. Call (340) 776-8500
or visit www.flavorsbancopopular.com.
FRIDAY, MAY 20, 5:30 PM
Annual Caribbean Colour Exhibit Opening
Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas
"Living Life in Yellow" is the 2016 theme
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MAY - JUNE 2016
SUNDAY, MAY 22, 5:30AM- 1PM
CBC Kingfish Shootout
Gustave Quetel Fishing Center, Frenchtown,
St. Thomas.
The Committee for the Betterment of
Carenage and Offshore Marine present
this competition for the largest kingfish.
The top prize is $2000, and prizes will be
awarded at 4:30. It's an all-day affair, with
food and drinks available for sale, and from
2:00 to 6:00 music will be provided by local
favorites Cool Sessions Brass.
For information, call (340) 998-1715.
May 23 to 31 »
THURSDAY-MONDAY, MAY 26 - 30
Choice Wireless VI Open Tennis Tournament
St. Thomas Yacht Club, St. Thomas
The Wimbledon of the Caribbean is the
premier tournament in the Caribbean
where local and international players prove
their skills on the court, with over $13,000
in prize money. Come out and watch the
action! For information, call (340) 774-2736
or visit viopen@choice-wireless.com.
SATURDAY, SUNDAY & MONDAY,
MAY 28, 29 & 30
Memorial Weekend Fishing Tournament
Redhook , St. Thomas
Fishermen will enjoy great offshore angling
from St. Thomas to Anegada, and back,
and onshore partying at this Virgin Islands
Game Fishing Club-hosted event.
For information, call (340) 775-9144
SUNDAY, MAY 29, 8 AM
Race for a Reason: 13th Annual
Beach-To-Beach Power Swim
Maho Beach, Cinnamon Beach, Trunk Beach,
and Hawksnest Beach, St. John
Join Race for a Reason and support the
"Learn to Swim" Program in the Virgin
Islands National Park, along with 24 other
projects and programs that preserve, protect, and educate in our Park. Swim a short
course from Maho Beach to Cinnamon
Beach (1-mile); intermediate course from
Maho Beach to Trunk Beach (2 ¼ miles); or
the long course from Maho Beach to Hawksnest Beach (3 ½ miles). Swimmers can also
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3-person relay team from Maho Beach to
Hawksnest Beach, with transition points
at Cinnamon and Trunk Beaches. Those
assisted by snorkel and/or fins also swim in
an "assisted swimmer" category. For information and to register, call (340) 779-4940
June 1 to 5 »
SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 12-5 PM
7th Annual King of the Wing Contest
Magens Bay Beach, St. Thomas
One of the tastiest and most anticipated
culinary competitions in the U.S. Virgin
Islands! Every year, teams assemble weeks
in advance to perfect their top-secret
chicken wing recipes to be judged on
taste, appearance and originality, with the
winning team receiving the coveted “King
of the Wing” title! Proceeds from the event
will benefit the Junior Achievement of the
Virgin Islands. This nonprofit teaches financial literacy and workforce development.
For information, call 340-714-2020, email
kingofthewingvi@gmail.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 4 PM
St. John Festival – Pan-O-Rama
Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park, Cruz Bay, St. John
For information, call (340) 514-2341
June 6 to 12 »
SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 3 - 9 PM
Downtown Revitalization's
Art on the Town
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Enjoy Art on the Town's second art walk in
historic downtown Charlotte Amalie. Explore our community's rich artistic culture
in a fun evening out! Pick up a map from
any of the galleries and have it stamped
at each participating art venue to receive
a free gift from Gallery St. Thomas! Those
who have difficulty walking don't need
to be left out-- there will be a free shuttle
circling downtown. Call (340) 777-6363.
SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 3 - 9 PM
Gallery St. Thomas Art Opening
Palm Passage, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Gallery St. Thomas presents work by Brooks
Reid Brown. A long-time resident of the
Caribbean, Brown will be onhand to discuss her work, which combines her talents
as an artist and a photographer into one
medium, Artography. Call (340) 777-6363.
June 13 to 19 »
MONDAY, TUESDAY &
WEDNESDAY,JUNE 13, 14 & 15
TOTE Maritime Clinic
St. Thomas Yacht Club, St. Thomas
Sailors ranging from 8 to 15 years old from
the surrounding Caribbean and U.S. mainland will receive intensive sailing instruction in 8-foot Optimist dinghies in advance
of the International Optimist Regatta.
For information, call (340) 775-6320
THURSDAY, JUNE 16
TOTE Team Race
St. Thomas Yacht Club, St. Thomas
Junior sailors in over a dozen teams will
take to the water in this exciting one-day
team race. Up for grabs are trophies and
bragging rights! Call (340) 775-6320
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY,
JUNE 17, 18 & 19
International Optimist Regatta
St. Thomas Yacht Club, St. Thomas
Sailors ranging from 8 to 15 years old from
the surrounding Caribbean and U.S. mainland compete in 8-foot Optimist dinghies
for fun and prizes. Call (340) 775-6320
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY,
JUNE 17, 18 & 19
Father’s Day Festivities
Frenchtown, St. Thomas
Come out and enjoy the food, live music
and dancing at this decades-old annual
event. Festivities are based out of the Father’s Day Village at the Joseph Aubain Ball
Park. For information, call (340) 998-1715
SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 8 AM
St. John Festival – Festival Bike Race
VI National Parking lot, Cruz Bay,
St. John
Pedal your bike fast for prizes and trophies
offered in male, female and children’s
categories. For info, call (340) 514-6611
www.virginislandsthisweek.com
May - June 2016
St. John
Festival 2016!
Events begin on
Saturday, June 4th,
through Monday,
July 4th.
The most anticipated
cultural event of the
year not to be missed!
See complete
Festival Schedule
in this section.
Photo by Steve Simonsen
simonsen.photoshelter.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 8 PM
St. John Festival – Festival Musical Mix
Winston E. Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John
Enjoy the sounds of Festival! For information, call (340) 690-1725/ 690-3692
SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 6 PM
St. John Festival –
Princess Selection Pageant
Winston E. Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John
Pre-teens strut their stuff from talent to
fashion and wit to see who will reign supreme. For information, call (340) 626-4804
June 20 to July 4 »
TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 5:30-9:30 PM
In Concert – Dion Parson & WICO Present
Jazz on the Dock
West Indian Company Dock by the Visitors
Center, St. Thomas
Enjoy the jazz of some of Virgin Islands’ best
musicians – both seasoned professionals
and local student musicians.
For information, call (340) 774-1780
www.virginislandsthisweek.com SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 8 PM
St. John Festival –
Queen Selection Pageant
Winston E. Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay,
St. John
Beautiful and talented young ladies vie for
this prestigious title with their wit, talent
and costuming. Call (340) 626-0785
SUNDAY, JUNE 26, 1 PM
St. John Festival –
Food Fair & Coronation
Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park, Cruz Bay,
St. John
The Carnival Queen and Fair Honoree
join to kick-off the Food Fair, celebrating
honoree Delroy "Ital" Anthony. Savor local
goodies from fried fish and Johnny cakes to
fresh fruit juices and local sweets like tart.
For information, call (340) 690-3692
SUNDAY, JUNE 26, 3 PM
St. John Festival – Boat Races
Cruz Bay Harbor, St. John
Watch some of the speediest boats in the
islands compete on the seas.
For information, call (340) 771-2498
SUNDAY, JUNE 26, 6 PM
St. John Festival –
Children’s Festival Village
VI National Park parking lot, Cruz Bay, St. John
Fun and games for kids. For information,
call (508) 963-2641
TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 7 PM
St. John Festival –
Festival Village Grand Opening
Cruz Bay parking lot, Cruz Bay, St. John
Celebrate the Grand Opening of "Varlackville", honoring Delrise Varlack. Enjoy food,
fun and music every night through the remainder of Festival at this delightful village!
For information, call (340) 776-6450
SUNDAY. JULY 3, 12 PM
St. John Festival – Festival Poker Run
Cruz Bay beach front by the ferry dock,
Cruz Bay, St. John
For information, call (340)690-9340
SUNDAY, JULY 3, 1 PM
St. John Festival –
Emancipation Day Program
Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park, Cruz Bay, St. John
For information, call (508) 963-2641
SUNDAY, JULY 3, 1 PM
St. John Festival – Festival Horse Races
Clinton E. Phipps Race Track, St. Thomas
For information, call (340) 642-0705
MONDAY, JULY 4, SUNRISE
St. John Festival – J'ouvert
St. John National Park, Cruz Bay, St. John
Welcome Festival's Big Day by dancing and
partying in the street! For information,
call (340) 690-1725/ 690-3692
MONDAY, JULY 4, 11 AM
St. John Festival – Festival Parade
St. John National Park, Cruz Bay, St. John
Watch troupes, floupes, baton twirlers, steel
bands and stilt-walking Mocko Jumbies
parade in downtown Cruz Bay.
For information, call (340) 690-1725
MONDAY, JULY 4, 9 PM
St. John Festival – Festival Fireworks!
Cruz Bay Harbor, Cruz Bay, St. John
Enjoy the spectacular beauty and dine as
fireworks explode over the harbor in the
Festival's Grand Finale. For information,
call (340)776-6492
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