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Latin Children's Fest

2009/12/30 (Wed)

What started as an experiment in the summer of 1999, has turned today into an exciting cultural event for the whole family to enjoy and participate in!

The Latin Children’s Festival- now with a Latin Christmas theme- was born out of the need to give the space necessary for our young ones, the new generation, to put into practice on stage whatever artistic talent may be present and encourage it further in a Latin atmosphere while they learn about their roots and culture in this mosaic that comprise the Latin American community.

This year because of the mayhem that Hurricane Ida left in the Central American country of El Salvador, the Latin Soy radio program in association with the Salvadorean-Canadian Solidarity Council undertook a successful fundraising drive to aid those in need. At the Latin Children's Festival it was announced that they had exceeded their goal of raising $10, 000 to $16,000!!!

All in all a wonderful day in which all of us went back to our childhood for a little while and enjoyed every minute of it!!!

Here are some photos of the highlights of this years Latin Children’s Festival.

No matter how many games are added every year, it's the pinatas the kids go for!!!

We have to congratulate these kids on the great job they did with putting togehter this beautiful play based on the birth of Jesus.

They managed to get the crowd very emotional and reflective at the end, which is always wonderful to see! Also, the whole play was in Spanish, which may have been challenging for the kiddies who were born here!

The Alex Alegria Children's Mariachi Band belted out some good old Mexican tunes!!!

Eduardo Olivares reminds the crowd that the whole idea of the festival is to re-unite the Latin American family, invite those from our diverse multi-cultural communities and spend a day together with a lot of fun and Latino spirit!

Latino Soy Anniversary

2009/12/20 (Sun)

Listeners come out to celebrate the 16th Anniversary of Latino Soy on the air!

Marlin Ramazzini belting out some romantic songs!

Viva Mexico Dance Group

Brazillian Dance Group DANZA DANZA encourages the crowd to dance.

Alex Alegria and his Mariachi Band

Salsa Group "Cafe Con Leche"

Eduardo and his "angels", co-hosts Lupita Mitchell and Angelica Hernandez

Caribbean Express 12th Anniversary Party

2009/11/16 (Mon)

Cal Koat, Producer and Seme Ho, International Programs Director from Fairchild Radio congratulate Wayne of the 12th Anniversary of Caribbean Express.

Sharda from Butterflies and Celebrity Hair Extensions, presents cake to Wayne.

Caribbean Express with Wayne Vernon celebrated 12 years on the air with a Dinner and Dance, Saturday November 14th. Dinner included a menu of fine Caribbean home cooking made by Sharda, owner of Butterflies and Celebrity Hair Extensions and her exuberant team of volunteers. Eveyone enjoyed curried and jerk chicken, rice and peas, creamed spinach, vegetable curry, salad, cake and Jamaican rumballs.

Beautiful food served by beautiful ladies!

During dinner a retrospective slide show of Wayne's career played to jaunt memories of the many guests who had been involved with Caribbean Express followed by a presentation of awards to honour individuals who have contributed to the Caribbean community in different areas.

- Chris of Caribbean Market for his Contribution to the Caribbean Community

- Nigel and Sharon Peart of Taste Nice for their Contribution to the Caribbean Community

- Edna Ray of Air Canada Vacations for here Contribution to the Tourism Industry

- DJ Soca T for his Contribution to Caribbean music

And

- Cal Koat of Calcopyrite Communications for his Contribution to the Broadcast Industry

After receiving his award, Cal Koat, former program director and current producer for Fairchild Radio International Programs gave a humourous and inspirational account of WV's career on 96.1FM in a toast which was appreciated and enjoyed by all.

WV presents award to fellow DJ Soca T for his

contribution to Caribbean music.

Award presented to Chris from Caribbean Market for his Contribution to the Caribbean Community.

Nigel and Sharon Peart of Taste Nice also receive award for their Contribution to the Caribbean Community.

Award to Edna Ray of Air Canada Vacations for her Contribution to the Tourism Industry.

Cal Koat is presented with the award for Contribution to the Broadcasting Industry.

As the tables were moved after dinner, the dancing started right away with music by DJ's Soca T, DJ Remsta and Father B from National Sounds and a surprise performance by Cordell and Out of Many Band joined by Sam Hope.

Thanks to our DJs!!!

Cordell and Sam Hope gave a special surprise performance.

As a wonderful evening came to a close, it was time to announce the winner of the door prize: A round trip for two to Jamaica courtesy of Air Canada Vacations and a stay at any Sandals or Beaches Resort in Jamaica.

The Grand Prize winner, Tina, is congratulated by party organizer, Sharda, Marilyn Mosely and Wayne Vernon.

Caribbean Express on Fairchild Radio would like to thank the many sponsors for their support, Sharda from Butterflies, who tirelessly organized and cooked for the event and assembled a fantastic team of volunteers and of course the many listeners who love Caribbean music and who continue to make these events possible.

Sunshine Nation 2009

2009/08/13 (Thu)

Sunshine Nation 2009 contestants gather at the Stone Grill Restaurant for a press conference. This year's theme is High School Musical. To see the video check out our Chinese website.

Caribbean Express in Jamaica

2009/01/30 (Fri)

Every year Sandals and Beaches Resorts hosts a gathering of over 50 radio stations from all over the world to participate in a broadcast from one of their exquisite resorts. This year Wayne Vernon from Caribbean Express took the show on the road to Sandals Dunn's River.