July 2010

JULY 2
First Fridays, Christiansted

Shops, bars and restaurants keep their doors open late offering sales at this fun monthly event hosted by the Christiansted Restaurant
& Retail Association. There’s live music on many corners.

JULY 3
Emancipation Day Commemoration, Frederiksted

Events and celebrations commemorate this day in 1848 when Governor Peter von Scholten emancipated the island’s slaves. The
re-enactment is followed by a cultural tour and fireworks display at Buddhoe Park.

JULY 4, 9 AM
Red, White & Blue Golf Tournament, Carambola Golf Course

Come show your colors! Wear your red, white and blue for prizes. Entry fee includes cart, prizes and BBQ banquet after the event.
For information and to sign up, call 778-5638

JULY 9, 6-9 PM
Jump Up! Christiansted

Vendors line the streets selling local food and drinks as well as fun items for the kids. Live music on every corner and Mocko Jumbies
dance for the crowd in the streets.

JULY 9 & 10, 8 PM
8 to 5 – Government Workers Style II – On Stage, Caribbean Community Theater

Come see this West Indian Comedy, by Imelda A. ‘Sandra’ Edwards that is guaranteed to leave you laughing. For information, call 778-1983 or
778-4228

JULY 10, 9 AM-NOON
Second Saturdays, St. George Village Botanical Garden

This monthly series of family oriented activities helps parents and children alike discover the importance of plants. This session is called Pollinators and includes a new section on birding for kids. Did you know that 80 percent of our flowering plants and one third of our human
food crops depend on pollinators? Focusing on three local and important pollinators, participants will explore the inside of a beehive,
discover how to identify birds on the fly, and take a ‘peak’ at a colony of bats while learning what a pollinator is and how we depend on
them. Make sure to BEE here for the fun, and to make your own hummingbird feeder to take home! For information, call 692-2874

JULY 10, 7:30 PM
World Music Concert, Estate Whim Museum

Sit under the stars and enjoy the best of Latin American music, hosted by the St. Croix Landmarks Society. For information, call 772-0598

JULY 16, 6-8 PM
Sunset Jazz, Frederiksted Pier

Bring a beach chair or blanket and listen to local and international jazz artists. Food and beverages are available for sale. Admission is
free. For information, call 772-0069

JULY 16 & 17, 8 PM
JULY 18, 4 PM
8 to 5 – Government Workers Style II – On Stage, Caribbean Community Theater

Come see this West Indian Comedy, by Imelda A. ‘Sandra’ Edwards that is guaranteed to leave you laughing. For info, call 778-1983 or 778-4228

JULY 17
Hike Mahogany Road to the Lawaetz Museum

The St. Croix Hiking Association hosts this enjoyable hike. For information, time and place to meet, call 772-2073

JULY 18, 3 PM
St. Croix Landmarks Society Ruins Ramble

 Visiting places that matter and exploring ruins on these 1 to 1 ½-hour jaunts is an enjoyable
way to learn about St. Croix History. For date and information, call 772-0598

JULY 22, 6-8 PM
Biodiversity Film Fest: Journey to Planet Earth, UVI Theatre Rm. #401

Now showing – Journey to Planet Earth, The State of the Ocean’s Animals, narrated by Matt Damon. Free. No reservations required.
Sponsored by Marshall & Sterling Insurance. For information, call 773-1989

JULY 23 & 24, 8 PM
8 to 5 – Government Workers Style II – On Stage Caribbean Community Theater

Come see this West Indian Comedy, by Imelda A. ‘Sandra’ Edwards that is guaranteed to leave you laughing. For information, call 778-1983 or
778-4228