Saturday, April 30, 2011
Friday, April 29, 2011
Some Caribana hints from Saucy.....
Check out Saucy's latest blog entry for some really exciting hints and sneak peeks for Caribana 2011....http://www.trinidadcarnivaldiary.com/2011/04/myths-rumours-gossip-and-costume-sneak.html
And, if after reading, you're wondering who Saucy's talking about......here are some
hints...... Saldenah, CNz, Revellers, a certain designer out of Beantown. You guys are
smart, you'll figure it out.
Looking forward to all being revealed over the next few weeks. First up, a visit to Oz.....
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Ice Cream Summerfest.....two scoops of Machel please
Look what I found last night.......calling all Machel fans!!!!
FB event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=211443135541609
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
Carivibe 2011....Celebrating Caribbean Culture in the Nation's Capital
- HOT 89.9
“Ottawa’s #1 Hit Music Station”
p r e s e n t s
CARIVIBE 2011
Celebrating Caribbean Culture In The Nation’s Capital
PARADE & BEACH FESTIVAL
SATURDAY JUNE 18TH
ORLEANS, ONTARIO (OTTAWA)
REMEMBER…CARIVIBE TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE!!!!!
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WARNING…BAND REGISTRATION SPACES FOR THE CARIVIBE 2011 STREET PARADE ARE GOING FAST!!!!!!
Plans are being made, reservations are being booked and costume creations are in full swing, so make sure you register now before it’s too late!
If you wish to play mas, please contact the band leader of your choice below.
Remember, the Carivibe Street Parade is for everyone of ALL AGES, so be sure to involve your KIDS!!!!
More bands will be announced shortly!!!!!!!
CARIVIBE 2011 MAS BANDS
Jam Productions & Carivibe present...
KALEIDASCOPE
Music by DR. JAY, SUNSHINE INTL., MACE & D-TRAIN
Contact: Judy at 613.424.0871, judyam@yahoo.com
Club Socca presents
MAS IS MAS
Music by DAVID SUPERSOUND & more…
Contact David at 613-739-0070, info@clubsocca.com
DJ Mendez and IGNITION present...
AMAZON
Music by DJ Mendez & Mikel Ange
Contact: DJ Mendez - 613.282.2182, djmrmendez@hotmail.com, BBM 221F03AC
We LiMiN presents...
BODY
Music by Massive Vibes, DJ Ray Ray, DJ Phoenix, Bo Jangles, Shelly Belly and special guest artist!
Contact: Massive Vibes - 613.261.5106, info@weliminband.ca
Kimmie Bashment presents...
BASHMENT TIME!
Music by Juba Hype, DJ Chris Sound & Fire Fire Int'l
Contact: Kim - 613.738.1946,
St. Lucia Ottawa Association presents...
RHYTHMS OF THE ISLANDS
Contact: lucianmas@gmail.com
If you're interested in putting a band on the road for the Carivibe Street Parade, please contact David Mason at
613-590-1588, 613.797.9104 or email david@carivibe.com
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CARIVIBE STREET PARADE
SATURDAY JUNE 18TH
STARTS AT 12:00PM
Join colorful CARIVIBE Masqueraders, thousands of Orleans residents and visitors as they “Jump, Wine and Chip” down the CARIVIBE parade route to sweet tropical rhythms.
The CARIVIBE STREET PARADE it’s absolutely FREE for everyone!
CARIVIBE STREET PARADE starts at 12:00pm
@ St. Joseph Blvd. & Grey Nuns Dr. Orleans, ON (Ottawa)
Heads northeast on St. Joseph Blvd.
Turns left onto Place D’Orleans Dr.
Turns right onto Centrum Blvd.
Ends on Centrum Blvd.
Parade Route driving directions link:
http://classic.mapquest.com/maps?1c=Orleans&1s=ON&1a=1708+Grey+Nuns+Drive&1z=K1C&1y=CA&1l=45.469452&1g=-75.537164&1v=ADDRESS&2c=Orleans&2s=ON&2a=255+Centrum+Boulevard&2z=K1E&2y=CA&2l=45.480773&2g=-75.509761&2v=ADDRESS
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CARIVIBE BEACH FESTIVAL
SATURDAY JUNE 18TH
GATES OPEN AT 1:00PM
After the CARIVIBE STREET PARADE join us at Petrie Island for Ottawa’s BIGGEST Caribbean beach festival. Thousands of people of all ages will enjoy 8 hours of non-stop entertainment and plenty of Caribbean cuisine. There will be a licensed tent for adults, an all-ages section for teens and a Kiddies Carnival area for children filled with bouncy rides, inflatables and games
brought to you by “CIRCUS DELIGHTS”.
ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES
Caribbean Cuisine & Beverages, Licensed Tent,
Children’s Play Area, All Ages Section, Steel Bands, Masqueraders, International DJ’s, Dance Performances, Arts & Crafts and more…
DJ’S
DR. JAY . MACE . D’ENFORCAS . D-TRAIN
DAVID SUPERSOUND . EBONY & IVORY . MASSIVE VIBES
MENDEZ . CASUAL . CRUSS
T-DOT . CRITIK . SILVERFOX & more…
STEEL BANDS & DRUMMERS
SALAH . AFRO CARIBBEAN DRUMMERS . NEPEAN PANHARMOINIC & more…
DIRECTIONS
From Ottawa West, Take 417 East to Provincial Route 174 toward Orleans/Rockland, Turn left on Trim Rd. and you have arrived at PETRIE ISLAND – 727 Trim Rd.
Beach Party driving directions link:
http://classic.mapquest.com/maps?1c=Ottawa&1s=ON&1a=290+Rideau+Street&1z=K1N&1y=CA&1l=45.428&1g=-75.68758&1v=ADDRESS&2c=Orleans&2s=ON&2a=Trim+Road&2z=K4A&2y=CA&2l=45.45817&2g=-75.44738&2v=BLOCK#b/maps/m:map:10:45.485808:-75.516499::::::1:1:::::::::/l::290+Rideau+Street:Ottawa:ON:K1N:CA:45.428:-75.68758:address::1:::/l::968+Trim+Rd:Ottawa:ON:K4A+3P4:CA:45.499015:-75.484306:address:Ottawa:1:::/io:1:::::f:no:en_US:M::/bl:/e
FREE SHUTTLE BUS TO PETRIE ISLAND
Shuttle Stop # 1: Place D'Orleans Mall Parking Lot at the corner of Place D'Orleans Blvd and Centrum Blvd.
Shuttle Stop # 2: OC Transpo Park and Ride at Trim Road and HWY 174
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Gates open at 1:00pm, 19+ Licensed Tent
Children’s Play Area and All Ages Section
Children 12 and under are FREE
$12.00 advance tickets available at:
OTTAWA
www.capitaltickets.ca - (613) 599-3267, 1-877-788-3267
Mobileit / Fido Store – 1910 St. Laurent Blvd. (613)-454-5401
Mobileit / Fido Store – 70-B George St. (613)-241-2019
Mobileit / Fido Store – 1642 Merivale Rd. (613) 224-1102
Darcy McGee’s – 260 Centrum Blvd. (613)-841-4784
L&F Montego Place – 2211 St. Joseph Blvd. (613) 830-8377
Norml Clothing – 184 Rideau St. (613) 562-2043
The Pita Pit – 373 Dalhousie St. (613) 789-2239
Your Style Cuts – 408 Dalhousie St. (613) 562-2887
Island Flava – 409 Dalhousie St. (613) 321-4198
Savanah Cafe – 431 Gilmour St. (613)-233-9159
Island Jerk – 1800 Bank St. (613)-737-5163
Caribbean Sizzler – 133 Bank St. (613) 569-7000
Fades – 1800 Bank St. (613) 737-3633
Fades – 597 Somerset St. (613) 230-3233
Mama Cee’s – 1020 St. Laurent Blvd. (613) 796-8228, 741-5952
Tropical Garden – 556 Montreal Rd. (613) 746-5600
Groovy’s Roti Hut – 292 McArthur Ave. (613) 744-1551
Mugena – 911 Richmond Rd. (613) 722-8228
Phresh – 3098 Carling Ave. 613-321-1447
Modern Trendz – 3098 Carling Ave. 613-288-2111
Carivibe Ltd. – (613) 590-1588, (613) 291-3975, (613) 797-9104, (613) 769-4390, (613) 796-4255, (613) 316-1113, 613-808-9029, 613-282-7623
MONTREAL
Princessa’s Beauty Products – 1669 Ave. Dollard (514) 595-4894
Doreen’s House of Beauty – 6875 Ave. Victoria (514) 737-6862
Rickey D Entertainment – (514)-884-7973
Triple A Records – 6895A Ave. (514) 344-5353
TORONTO
Play De Record – 357A Yonge St. (416) 586-0380
D’enforcas Ent. – (647) 886-4110
Stachen – BBM: 23B2AC59 (416)-300-9399
Tickets: $12.00 in advance, $20.00 at the gate
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Special thanks to
Bob Monette
City Councillor Orleans Ward 1
Mayor Jim Watson, Councillor Rainer Bloess, Councillor Tim Tierney
Councillor Stephen Blais, Ottawa Police Chief Verne White
Thanks for making Carivibe 2011 possible!
Official Partner
HOT 89.9
Media Partners
89.1 CHUO FM, Orleans Star, L’Express, Rogers TV
Contributing Partners
McDONALDS, MOBILEIT, FIDO, MONEY MART, GOODLIFE
PLACE D’ORLEANS, D’ARCY McGEE’S, REDBULL
RENAISSANCE INVESTMENTS, DYNAMIC FUNDS
STEPHANE A. MONPREMIER, BOSTON PIZZA, THE WORKS
VITTORIA TRATTORIA, MODERN TRENDZ
TORONTOLIME.COM, FETNET.COM, ISLAND MIX
EBONY & IVORY, JET CITY, MIRCH MASALA RADIO
STARFISH, CAPITALTICKETS.CA, SCHOONER
CARIVIBE TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE
Check out www.carivibe.com for updates
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Upcoming Carivibe events…
FRIDAY MAY 13TH 2011
CARIVIBE LTD. presents
Patrick Brown's
MIDNIGHT AT PUSS CREEK
A Hilariously Scary Who-Dun-It
Starring:
OLIVER SAMUELS
Also featuring:
Glen "Titus" Campbell, Camille Davis, Courtney Wilson
Sharee McDonald-Russell and Teisha Duncan
Hosted by:
PAPA RICHIE
Music by:
DJ CRUSS
Doors open at 7:30pm, Showtime at 8:00pm
RIDEAU HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM
815 St. Laurent Blvd.
Ottawa, Ontario
Limited $25 Early Bird Advance Tickets Available at
(***In stores Saturday April 16th ***)
L&F Montego Place - 2211 St. Joseph Blvd. (613) 830-8377 (Orleans)
Island Flava - 409 Dalhousie St. (613) 321-4198
The Pita Pit - 373 Dalhousie St. (613) 789-2239
Fades - 1800 Bank St. (613) 737-3633
Fades - 597 Somerset St. (613) 230-3233
Tropical Garden - 556 Montreal Road (613) 746-5600
Mugena - 911 Richmond Road (613) 722-8228
Mama Cee's - 1020 St. Laurent Blvd. (613) 668-6524, (613) 741-5952
CARIVIBE Ltd. - (613) 590-1588, (613) 797-9104, (613) 316-1113
(613) 291-3975
$30 tickets available at locations above
$35 tickets available at the door
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CARIVIBE 2011
SATURDAY JUNE 18TH 2011
PARADE & BEACH FESTIVAL
After Party information will be announced shortly!!!!
www.carivibe.com
Featured Section - Carnival Diaries' Legends of the Orient
Carnival Diaries ( http://www.CarnivalDiaries
in the 2011 presentation of Dexter Seusahai's Tribal Knights theme:
LEGENDS.
Troy S. Logan aka Mr. Caribana and Company is providing mas players in our section:
"LEGENDS of the ORIENT"
AN ALL-INCLUSIVE PREMIUM MAS SECTION
o Food
o Drinks
o Custom Party Cups
o Exclusive Food & Drink Truck
o Award Winning International DJ Line Up
o Mobile Porta Potty
o Mix CDs
o DVD of the Carnival action on Caribana Day
o Photograher & Videographer
o Security
* Base Line Female Costume Includes - $130:
o Head Piece
o Bra, Corset, or Tankini
o Waistband
o Armbands
o Legbands
o Standard (walking stick) -- Parasols (umbrella)
** Front Line Female Costume Includes $170:
o Backpack
o Head Piece
o Bra, Corset, or Tankini
o Waistband
o Armbands
o Legbands
o Standard (walking stick)/Fan
** Section Lead Female Costume Includes $200:
o Backpack
o Head Piece
o Bra, Corset, or Tankini
o Waistband
o Armbands
o Legbands
o Standard (walking stick)/Fan
* Male Costume Includes $120:
o Asian Bamboo Hat
o Vest
o Shorts
o Armbands
o Legbands
o Standard (walking stick) -- Bamboo Staff
EMAIL:
(647) 217-9536
PIN: 31F4183C
Twitter: @CarnivalDiaries
info@carnivaldiaries.com
in the 2011 presentation of Dexter Seusahai's Tribal Knights theme:
LEGENDS.
Troy S. Logan aka Mr. Caribana and Company is providing mas players in our section:
"LEGENDS of the ORIENT"
AN ALL-INCLUSIVE PREMIUM MAS SECTION
o Food
o Drinks
o Custom Party Cups
o Exclusive Food & Drink Truck
o Award Winning International DJ Line Up
o Mobile Porta Potty
o Mix CDs
o DVD of the Carnival action on Caribana Day
o Photograher & Videographer
o Security
* Base Line Female Costume Includes - $130:
o Head Piece
o Bra, Corset, or Tankini
o Waistband
o Armbands
o Legbands
o Standard (walking stick) -- Parasols (umbrella)
** Front Line Female Costume Includes $170:
o Backpack
o Head Piece
o Bra, Corset, or Tankini
o Waistband
o Armbands
o Legbands
o Standard (walking stick)/Fan
** Section Lead Female Costume Includes $200:
o Backpack
o Head Piece
o Bra, Corset, or Tankini
o Waistband
o Armbands
o Legbands
o Standard (walking stick)/Fan
* Male Costume Includes $120:
o Asian Bamboo Hat
o Vest
o Shorts
o Armbands
o Legbands
o Standard (walking stick) -- Bamboo Staff
EMAIL:
(647) 217-9536
PIN: 31F4183C
Twitter: @CarnivalDiaries
info@carnivaldiaries.com
TRIBAL KNIGHTS CARNIVAL ARTS WANTS YOUR HELP!
TRIBAL KNIGHTS CARNIVAL ARTS
WANTS YOUR HELP!
http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-jobs-general-labour-Crafters-and-Seamstress-needed-W0QQAdIdZ276535334
If you like Arts & Crafts, and know your way around a sewing machine, and have experience, please contact Dexter Seusahai at 416-396-3780 or 647-886-1867.Pay rate: inquire within
Tribal Knights is one of Toronto's Class A Mas Bands specializing in costume production for use in community-based festivals.
Tribal Knights ~ The Spirit of Carnival
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Friday, April 22, 2011
The New Callaloo Mas Band, Stronger and Hotter Than Ever !
The New Callaloo Mas Band, Stronger and Hotter Than Ever!
Get ready Toronto, Callaloo Mas is back and stronger than ever! With a new look and fresh concept, the New Callaloo Mas Band will be sizzling. Knowing when to step back and revitalize your vision has always been key to Mas longevity. Welcoming many new bright and creative minds to the Mas band, the Callaloo family has redefined their brand and sculpted a mas inspired vision.
As, The New Callaloo Mas Band, friends and supporters can expect a fulfilled experience of Carnival Life - A fusion of Caribbean culture, trendsetting, and excitement! Together, partners and brothers Marlon and Jason Singh form the creative-minds behind the New Callaloo Mas Band. Amped to exceed masquerader expectations, the New Callaloo Mas Band, is well on their way to delivering the most sought after entertainers to the road.
As co-owner of SocaBookings.net, as well as the bookings manager for an A-list roaster of internationally renown artists - Benjai, Shurwayne Winchester, Zoelah,Kerwin Du Bois, Ghetto Flex (just to name a few) - Jason Singh is undoubtedly prepping a heavy-weight line-up for the Caribana parade.
Although keeping quite mum on expected guest performers to chip down the Lakeshore alongside, The New Callaloo Mas Band, the Singh brothers have hinted toward a new element of surprise that could become their annual calling card. "It's a new year and we're feeling a new vibe. The New Callaloo Mas Band WILL feature a live band on the road! It’s about bringing the excitement and energy of an inclusive fete to the Lakeshore!"(Marlon Singh, Co-Bandleader)
With no boundaries in sight and every reason to celebrate the rejuvenated band The New Callaloo Mas Bandhas established quite the exciting referral incentive themed - New Callaloo For Cash - Any individual to bring a new Mas Player into purchase a costume will receive $10 cash!
Callaloo Band Lauch - "Native America's"
Saturday April 30th, 2011
Continental Soiree (Located -1957 Kennedy Rd.)
Musical Styling's – DJ. Jay, Junya Mennace, Loud Mout Chiney, PlayHouse, Crystal Vibes, JUK
For more on The New 2011 Callaloo Mas collection contact:
Jason Singh 416-998-6042 / jasonsinghcod@yahoo.ca
Marlon Singh 647-702-6169 / callaloocarnival@gmail.com
Thursday, April 21, 2011
ONLINE Registration is open......
Hi readers,
No band launches this long weekend but ONLINE registration is open for both Tribal Knights and Blues Carnival Fusion.
Check out the websites for more info:
Tribal Knights -
Blues Carnival Fusion -
A Blessed Easter Long Weekend to you all!!!
Barbados Ambassadors Of Canada On The Road, Caribana 2011
Barbados Ambassadors Of Canada On The Road, Caribana 2011…
The Lakeshore welcomes, Spirits Of The Caribbean !
Toronto, Canada - Wednesday April 20, 2011 -: Barbados Ambassadors of Canada (BAC), a budding non-profit organization, fostering cultural ties amongst the Caribbean Diaspora living in Canada, has set its sights on, Toronto’s Caribana Festival. From defenders of Caribbean heritage to Mas connoisseurs, BAC announced just weeks ago plans to unite the Caribbean community through Mas. Taking on both, ‘Kiddies Carnival’ and the ‘Lakeshore’ BAC prepares to launch their portrayal, Spirits Of The Caribbean.
Spotlighting the pulsating history of islands such as Barbados, Jamaica, St. Vincent, Guyana, and Trinidad and Tobago – ‘Spirits Of The Caribbean’ brings to light, the many Caribbean people united through the Spirit of Carnival around the world. Drawing inspiration from famed mythical characters - Barbados – Steel Donkey,Jamaican - Golden Table, St. Vincent – Garifuna, Guyana’s – Jaguar, and the Trinidadian - Soucouyant,Spirits Of The Caribbean transforms treasured folklore into visual realities. While each character individually illustrates a unique island tale, as a band they depict the very essence of Caribbean diversity.
Speaking candidly on the creative concept behind Spirits Of The Caribbean band leader, Susan Grogan shares, “Masqueraders are in for quite an experience, Spirits of the Caribbean meshes our heritage with the most unique elements of sophistication.... much like our culture, the costumes are flavorful, multi-dimensional, and seductive.”
On Sunday May 22nd, 2011 the highly anticipated band, will undoubtedly redefine traditional band launch standards. Alongside the featured (5 section) Mas collection, party goers will be privy to exclusive performances by Edwin Yearwood (Barbados), Kerian Piper (St. Lucia), Slama Cutter (Toronto/Trinidad), and surprise guests yet to be mentioned.
Spirit of the Caribbean - Band Launch
Sunday May 22nd, 2011
Continental Soiree (Located -1957 Kennedy Rd.)
10pm – 3am (Costume Presentation – Midnight)
Musical Styling’s of DJ Asylum
For Spirits Of The Caribbean spiritsofthecaribbean.ca Mas and band launch info contact:
Mark Hoyte –
Susan Grogan –
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Sunday, April 17, 2011
2011 Point Fortin Borough Celebrations
Hi readers,
Its Borough time in my hometown of Point Fortin once again. If you've ever been interested in visiting Trinidad outside of the usual Carnival or Christmas season, then Borough time is a perfect reason to do so. Take a trip to the beautiful southland and see what more Trinidad has to offer. Please visit www.pointalive.com for plenty more info!!!
Band Launch Pictures
Hi Readers,
Please check out karabana.blogspot.com for pics from TruDynasty and Blues Carnival Fusion's band launches. Great work Karabana and Trini-in-Toronto!!!
For pics from Black Sage Carnival's band launch check out Toronto-Lime http://www.toronto-lime.com/photos/index.php?id=3
Enjoy!!!
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Media Alert - TruDynasty Bandlaunch
Media Alert
TruDYNASTY Carnival Band Launch
Theme: The Roaring 20’s
What: Caribana Costume Launch
When: Saturday, April 16, 2011
PreShow Interviews and Pictures: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Show Time: 10:00 PM – 11:30 PM Doors Open at 8:00 PM
Where: York University, 4700 Keele Street, at the Underground in the Student Centre
You’ll not want to miss TruDYNASTY’s 2011 band launch. If their 2010 costumes blew you away, get prepared for 2011! The theme, The Roaring 20’s, leaves the door open to spectacular designs. TruDYNASTY will host 9 sections representing the 1920 era: Josephine Baker, CoCo Chanel, Bonnie & Clyde, Flapper Girls, Match Girls, Gangsterz, Show Girls, All That Jazz and Speak Easy.
‘This theme has tremendous creative potential. The Roaring 20’s is noted for its social, artistic, cultural dynamism and a break with traditions. We wanted to do a theme that hasn’t been done before and highlight an era that was exciting and revolutionary both in fashion and politics,’ said bandleaders Dario and Thea Jackson.
TruDYNASTY is becoming known for breaking from traditions, not only through costume design but also through being the 4th band in Caribana’s 44 years to win and jump from a ‘C’ band to an ‘A’ band.
This year their costume designs are positioned to break traditions again. However, TruDYNASTY has added another break – they’re donating a portion of every costume sale to charity – nine different charities, to be exact: Sickle Cell Ontario, The Covenant House, Ronald McDonald House Toronto, StepStones for Youth, Camp Awakening for Children with Disabilities, Nellie’s Women and Children Shelter, Youth Challenge Fund, Caribbean Children’s Foundation and The Princess Margaret Foundation.
Which section will be the show stopper this year? You be the judge, you may find there’s more than one!
About TruDYNASTY Carnival Inc.
TruDYNASTY is a non profit organization located in Brampton and a participant in Toronto, Ontario’s Scotiabank Caribana Parade and Atlanta, Georgia’s Caribbean Carnival. They’ve also designed for a Mas Band in the St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands’, 2010 Carnival.
Visit their web site at www.TruDYNASTY.com or contact them at info@TruDYNASTY.com, 416.768.8292, 416.570.5593, or 647.883.9033.
Media Contact or Sponsorship Inquiries Contact:
Robin J. Viau, Incre8mode Marketing Services
416.570.5503
robin@incre8mode.com
Band Launch Bonanza of a Weekend!!
Hi readers,
There are 3 big band launches this weekend!!! (Please remember the Fantazia Bandlaunch has been postponed and will be rescheduled to a new date).
Looking forward to seeing costumes from all the presentations......Good luck to all the bands!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Tribal Knights - News & Updates
April 10, 2011
First and foremost, the entire TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ team wants to say "Thank You" for attending our 2011 presentation of LEGENDS on April 2, 2011 and we look forward to bringing you an exciting Carnival season. Special thanks goes out to all the models, volunteers, make-up artists, DJs, MC's, administrative team, media and the staff at The Grand Luxe Event Boutique for a splendid event.
Now, we know you have been eagerly awaiting information about our website, photos and registration. Well, you can count on TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ to give you all the details to make your experience with us one that you will want to have over and over again.
Our website is currently being updated to reflect our 2011 collection and membership packages, and our official TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ LEGENDS costume photos will be posted this week. There are a number of outlets that have posted photos and video from our Band Launch, and several of them are linked to our NEW Facebook Page --www.facebook.com/thetribalknights.
WHO ARE WE? WE ARE LEGENDS!
A "legend" is a depiction of human events of historical figures that are believed by both storyteller and listeners to have taken place within our history, and to possess qualities that make you want to BELIEVE!! In the Spirit of Carnival, TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ Band Leader Dexter Seusahai has set his sights this year on sharing his interpretation of LEGENDS of the World as we take to the road at D' Toronto Carnival 2011. This year, TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ is proud to bring you 12 beautiful sections each capturing the beauty and wonder of LEGENDARY people and places.
Legends of Cleopatra -- legendsofcleopatra@tribalknights.com
Section Leader: Craig Fredericks
The Northern Lights -- thenorthernlights@tribalknights.com
Section Leader: Tom Kirkelin
Legends of Spain -- legendsofspain@tribalknights.com
Section Leader: Marlon Marcano
Legends of Africa -- legendsofafrica@tribalknights.com
Section Leader -- Ivy
Legends of The Orient -- legendsoftheorient@tribalknights.com
Section Leader -- Troy Logan
Legends of The Black Pearl -- legendsoftheblackpearl@tribalknights.com
Section Leader -- Candice Narinesingh
One Love -- onelove@tribalknights.com
Section Leaders: Laverne, Trisha and Annie
Lost Treasures -- losttreasures@tribalknights.com
Section Leader: Natalie Hakim
Legends of Olympus -- legendsofolympus@tribalknights.com
Section Leader: Nicholas and Nigel
The Dreamcatcher -- thedreamcatcher@tribalknights.com
Section Leader: Sean Ribeiro
La Femme Fatale -- lafemmefatale@tribalknights.com
Section Leader: Tamara Alleyne
Legends of The Rain Forest -- legendsoftherainforest@tribalknights.com
Section Leader: Sanjay Mangar
WHAT'S NEW FOR 2011?
At TRIBAL KNIGHTS™, we are very pleased to offer you a Customer Satisfaction commitment to excellence with the following statement:
"We promise to provide you with products of excellent quality." -- Dexter Seusahai, Band Leader TRIBAL KNIGHTS™
- We will be happy to repair your costume to "ready-to-wear" condition after Parade Day with the purchase of a TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ Costume Warranty** so you may wear your costume again with TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ in 2011 or to have as a keepsake of your Toronto Carnival experience. (Must subscribe to this service to be eligible.)
- We are happy to offer a Costume Delivery service to those who don't want to transport their costume themselves and is available within the Metro Toronto Area. Delivery will be to your home address unless otherwise stated, and deliveries will be made by zone in June and July. (Must subscribe to this service to be eligible.)
- We are happy to introduce TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ Membership Packages for anyone who wishes to support TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ in 2011. Membership packages are available to everyone, and include both FREE and PAID options. Membership may include but is not limited to: up-to-date information, merchandise, amenities, and more! Whether you put on a costume and march down the Lakeshore with us, or choose to watch from the sidelines, we can offer you many ways to show your support of TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ Legends in 2011.
HOW DO I REGISTER?
- The TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ Carnival Arts Centre located at 83 Dynamic Dr Units #11 & 12, Scarborough ON., officially opens Monday April 11th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily for registration and order placement.
- Registration/order placement will be ONLINE at www.tribalknights.com from the convenience of your home or the TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ Carnival Arts Centre. (Order placement will be complete when payment is made in full at the TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ Carnival Arts Centre)
- Online registration and order placement can be accessed from www.tribalknights.com
- All Mas Players will be entitled to food, cold water and access to restroom facilities on the parade route.
EARLY BIRD SPECIALS!
At TRIBAL KNIGHTS™, we like to show our appreciation for our masqueraders by offering a few EARLY BIRD specials! Legends of Spain and Legends of Africa will be 20% offthe list price for ONE WEEK ONLY starting Monday April 11, 2011 to Friday April 15, 2011.
DATES TO REMEMBER!
April 11 - TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ Carnival Arts Centre opens daily for registration and order placement. (83 Dynamic Dr Units #11 and 12, Scarborough ON.)
May 5 to 9 - Cayman "Batabano" Carnival (Cayman Islands)
July 14 - Official Caribana Launch at Yonge and Dundas Square
July 28 -- Come root for TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ at the King and Queen Show (Lamport Stadium)
July 30 - Parade Day on di Lakeshore with TRIBAL KNIGHTS™
Look out for more DATES TO REMEMBER including TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ Customer Appreciation Fete, Summer Boat Ride, Miami Carnival and Kiddie's events!
CONGRATULATIONS!
At our Band Launch on April 2, 2011 we awarded one lucky winner with an all-inclusive trip to Miami Carnival in October. Everyone at TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ wishes to congratulateLeema Williams of Toronto, ON for having the winning door ticket! See you in Miami!
TRIBAL KNIGHTS™ IN THE MEDIA Thank you to all the media that came and showed us love and support at our Band Launch. Too many to name, but here are a few links to some of the ones that were sent to us. TDOT EXPOSED - http://www.tdotexposed.com/webisode/tribal-knights-band-launch ISLAND MIX - http://www.islandmix.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=4572 KARABANA.BLOGSPOT.COM - http://karabana.blogspot.com/2011/04/tribal-knights-legends.html CARIB 101 - http://caribflyer.com/carib/tribal-knights-band-launch-2011/ DANCEHALLSOCA.COM - http://www.dancehallsoca.com/blog_details.php?bid=343
KEEP IN CONTACT WITH US!
Dexter Seusahai - BAND LEADER
Phone: 647-886-1867
Email: dexter@tribalknights.com
Gail Seusahai - Production Manager
Phone: 416-825-0563
Email: gail@tribalknights.com
Sean Ribeiro - Assistant Manager
Phone: 416-550-7176
Email: sean@tribalknights.com
Nicky Phillips - Public Relations
Phone: 905-399-5322
Email: nicky@tribalknights.com
Adisa La Pierre - Administrative Support
Phone: 416-495-9551
Email: adisa@tribalknights.com
Sanjay Mangar - Investment and Partnership Development
Phone: 647-300-8462
Email: sanjay@tribalknights.com
TRIBAL KNIGHTS ON THE NET
Website: www.tribalknights.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thetribalknights
Twitter: www.twitter.com/tribalknights
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