Help JA Children's march: A success

“PROTECT OUR…CHILDREN! SAVE OUR…CHILDREN!” were the words which echoed throughout New Kingston on May 1^st, the beginning of Child’s month.  After the shocking revelation some of the abuse faced by the Jamaican children, it sparked some quick action by Brandon Allwood and his team (Candiese Leveridge, Jaevion Nelson, K. Dominic McKenzie, Lonique Chin and Ricardo Brooks) in forming the advocacy group Help JA Children which is aimed at raising awareness about child abuse and helping Jamaica’s children. The first plan of ‘Help JA Children’ was to have a march and rally to shatter the silence and make their voices heard.

The march started at the Bustamante Children’s hospital where persons who took a keen interest in the cause, gathered to ‘shatter the silence’ about child abuse. The march went on to the Emancipation Park where persons assembled outside to make themselves seen and their voices heard by passersby.  “Stop child abuse! Protect our Children! Love our Children!” were the chants which resonated through the city. The rally continued on inside the park where Claudette Pious lead advocate of Children First (A non-governmental organization) ,Carolyn Gomes from the Human Rights organization, Dr Pauline Mullings chairperson of the National Child's Month Committee, Greg Smith from the OCR (Office of the Children’s Registry), Marcia Wilson from NPTAJ (National Parent-Teacher Association of Jamaica) and also representatives from Jamaicans for  Justice, CISOCA (The Centre for Investigation of Sexual Offenses & Child Abuse) and the UN all loaned their voices in spreading awareness of child abuse. 

There was also a performance from 'Children's First' which highlighted two cases of child abuse. Sexual abuse (Father molesting his daughter) and Physical abuse (Mother beating her son)

 Members of the entertainment fraternity were also in attendance and helped in urging supporters to break the silence, persons such as Voicemail, Denyque, Raine Seville, Ity & Fancy cat, Ishawna, Empress. Former Miss. Jamaica world/universe Yendi Phillips, reigning Miss. Jamaica Danielle Crosskill along with the 2012 Miss. Jamaica contestants all played a part in the march to help save the Jamaican Children.

As stated by the ‘Help JA Children’ organization, “This is only the beginning”. The aim of the march was to raise awareness in the fight against child abuse. It’s only the start of plans which are already in the works to help protect our children. Here is a part of the speech from Chief advocate of ‘Help JA Children’, Brandon Allwood where he spoke about child abuse and some of the plans of organization. 

The children are our future and if we sit back and do nothing while they are being abused, there will be no future or a future not worth looking forward to. Children have a right to be safe and protected from abuse, neglect, exploitation and discrimination. They have a right to be children. It is the duty of society to ensure that each and every child is protected from harm, play your part in helping a child, if you know of a child who is being abused or you SUSPECT is being abused, call 1-888-PROTECT and report the matter. Do your part in saving a child’s life. Help JA’s Children, Shatter the silence. 

Scenes from the Help JA Children's march & Rally  

 

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Tailwind.... ssshhhhhhh!

RANDOMS FROM TAILWIND

* I think we all forgot where we were. (Only people who were there know what I mean) lol :-$

* I have never been so nervous going through any party pics… Skkanme had be holding ma heart in fear of what I might have seen. X__X

* ONE CAYLISS NIGHT! Lol … The next one is definitely not missing me! :-D

* When (8) Drop pon di grung n roll (8) started playing… who was that on the ground rolling? X_x *innocent face*

* I loved how the ‘Uptown’ people DASH OUT lol

*Let me not say ANYTHING MORE, What happened at Tailwind, should stay at tailwind! *Squares off the night*

*Flashback to Tailwind* … You know what, let me go read my bible and ask for forgiveness. Hallelujah! Praise the lord! Lol  

Look out for my REVIEW. 

The new bacchanal venue !!!!?

With the soca season slowly creeping upon us and with the shutdown of Mas Camp, the place we’ve come to call HOME for Bacchanal, the question that fills the air is “Where will Bacchanal be held now?” The word on the street and from good sources is that Bacchanal will be held at the National Stadium’s car park. (Although yet to be officially confirmed)

If this is actually the new venue for Bacchanal, I’m curious to see how they transform it to somewhat resemble Mas Camp, a place we have become accustomed. Another aspect of this venue that I hope is being looked at is security. Being so close to certain communities I hope the safety of patrons is taken into consideration as it’s a factor being considered by many.  Once measures are put in place to ensure that people are safe, I have no problem with this venue, it’s a good choice. (Y)

With that said, I don’t care where, As long as it’s Soca... I’m there!

A Great Party Line-up !

It’s the Christmas weekend, one to be out partying and enjoying the holidays, but also one to spend with your family and close friends. If you’re looking to P-A-R-T-Y! This is the weekend of some of the most anticipated parties of the year. Here’s what’s happening the holidays:

Friday

This is the day of one of the most anticipated party for the Christmas… OS.MO.SIS. It’s at the Caymanas polo club, $3,500 presold and $4,500 at the gate and $5,000 presold for Cabana tickets. This is a must attend party that usually lives up to expectations as it relates to FOOD, Liquor and overall vibe.

Saturday

This Christmas eve, the place to be is Renaissance all White at the Go Kart Track (Palisadoes). ?  Its $2,000 presold for women, $2,500 for men and $3,000 at the gate.  This has been THE Christmas Eve party for quite a number of years, and still going strong, so they must be doing SOMETHING right to keep patrons coming back year after year.

Sunday

Christmas Day, This is a day I usually LOVE to spend with my family and stay home and enjoy the day with them eating and drinking and celebrating Christmas. BUT! If you do see me at a party, most likely it will be at A-List @ Caymanas Golf Club. Tickets are priced at $5,000 for women and $6,000 for men.

Monday

As usual, Boxing Day is the day of two of the hottest parties for the season. Smudge and Yush.

Smudge, the day party (2pm- 10pm), is at Police Officers Club and its only $2,000 presold and $2,500 at the gate. With new title sponsor being Smirnoff Vodka, I’m looking forward to a great party.

YUSH! If you’re a fan of the music of the 90’s, you have to be at YUSH. It’s at the National Indoor sports Arena and tickets are $2,500 presold, $3,000 at the gate and $4,500 VIP (presold only). MUST ATTEND!

 

Where will I be this weekend? So far, I’m just looking at Osmosis and Yush. I’m wondering about Renaissance and Smudge, not quite sure though. What are your plans for the weekend?

 

Party Review: DayDreams

Name Of Party: Daydreams 

Date: December 18, 2011 

Venue: Hope Gardens 

It’s only a day after Daydreams and I have to ask “Is Daydreams today again?” It SHOULD be. I can honestly say, DAYDREAMS is the best party I’ve been to this year. It was EV-RE-THING!

At 6:00 when I arrived at the venue, there was not much of a crowd, so I took the time to scope the bar and the food court. They had 3 bars with quite a number of bartenders, so patrons got their drinks fast, so that they could continue partying. The FOOD! GREAT! Yes! I indulged in the food, and I must say, I’m glad I did. Jerked Chicken, Jerked pork, escoveitch fish, Shrimp, sausages and festivals were some of the delicacies I tried, and WOW! Everything was worth that $3,500.

As for the décor, I loved it! I loved that they chose a different area on the property to host the event, unlike previous parties. The set up was nicely done and it was evident that much thought went into it to satisfy the patrons.

Daydreams would have been the PERFECT party had it not been for that period around 10:00 when the music was turned down as if the party was coming to an end, and people started booing. That lasted for couple minutes until the music was back to normal, and the partying was kicked into another gear.

I’m giving Daydreams a 9/10 rating. Would have been a perfect 10 had it not been for that minor hiccup, but apart from that, Daydreams lived up to its expectations and fully delivered to its patrons, a great party experience. A good crowd, good music, flowing liquor, DELICIOUS food… Daydreams was a success on all levels. If you weren’t at Daydreams, you missed quite an experience.

Randoms

FIGHTTTTTTTTSSSSSSSS !!!!!!!!! At the end of the party... I don’t kno what happened, but there were two fights. Couldn’t bodda stay n watch.

There was even a fight in the parking lot... aaahhh boi lol smh

What REALLLYYYY happened at 10 when the music was turned down? Till ppl start boo.

Ladies, If you kno u nuh shape good …. Don’t wear skin tight dresses … please 

And yes ! I've started eating food at parties again X__X 

( I do not own these photos)

Where to go this weekend

This is another great weekend to be out partying. There are quite a number of events taking place that are worth attending. Here’s what’s happening that I think you should know about:

Friday:   

L.A.X  @ Hope Gardens. It’s ‘Mega Inclusive’ for only $1,500 presold and $2,000 at the gate. I’ve been to L.A.X once, two years ago… Now, I think I’m a bit ‘too old’ for THAT crowd. Hope you get what I’m saying there. If you’re at THAT age, this is the place to be.

                

5IV3 @ Top Floor (Quad)

Saturday:   

BEACH BUMS @ Maiden Cay.  All inclusive. $3,500 if you have your own ride and $5,000 if you need transport. If you can, this is a must attend event. (Y)

                    

Winter Bar-Raage @ The Liguanea Club in New Kingston. It’s only $1,300 presold and $1,500 at the gate.  This party usually has a nice vibe, so if you want somewhere to party on Saturday night, it’s at Winter Bar-Raage.

                      

Barcode is also this Saturday @ Club Privilege.

Sunday: 

*DAYDREAMS @ Hope gardens. THE MUST ATTEND PARTY OF THIS WEEKEND. It’s $3,000 for ladies and $3,500 for men (Presold) and $4,500 at the gate. It’s all inclusive as well. This party should not be missed (Y) (Y)

Also on Sunday is Marco Polo… If you’re a fan of water parties, Marco Polo is rated as one of the best. #ThatIsAll

Where will I be going this weekend? ……  DAYDREAMS \(^__^)/. Where Will you be?