MARCH 1, 8AM-5PM
Toastmasters Leadership Conference UVI Great Hall Certified Training
& Workshops in Public Speaking, Communication, and Leadership. Organizers: VICCC@UVI, St. Croix Toastmasters
Club 933 & Abdul Ali Consulting. Pre-Register at (340) 692-4272 or (340)
332-1835, viccc@live.uvi. edu or alia243@hotmail.com. www.viccc.uvi.edu.
MARCH 2, 8AM-8PM 2nd Annual VI Youth Conference UVI Great Hall
Workshops & Training in Youth Affairs, Leadership, Financial Literacy, and
CHE Technologies. Organizers: VICCC@UVI & Abdul Ali Consulting. Pre-Register at (340) 692-4272 or (340)
332-1835, viccc@live.uvi.edu or
alia243@hotmail.com. www.viccc.uvi.edu.
MARCH 2, NOON Mardi
Croix Parade North Shore Krewe de Croix presents “Haunted Island!” Park at La
Valle Lutheran Church with donation collected at Sylvie’s. Awards and
After-party, Above the
Cliff, 6pm. (817) 908-3912 or (828) 447-3986, gypsyrose1962@yahoo.com.
MARCH 3, 5:30PM Jazz
Vespers St. Croix Reformed Church, La Reine An inter-faith gathering; enjoy the
talents of local artists. (340)
778-0520, stcroixreformed.org.
MARCH 9, 5:30-9:00PM
The Peace Event at balter Fundraiser for the Women’s Coalition of St.
Croix. Tickets $125. Specials for couple and group purchases.
(340) 773-9272, events@wcstx.org.
MARCH 9, 10:00AM-NOON
Tie Dye and Textile Design The Frame Up, Sion Farm ‘Get your green on’ for the St. Paddy’s Day
Parade! (340) 778-3995,
www.frameupstx.com.
MARCH 14, 5:30PM NPS
Lecture Series Danish West India & Guinea
Company Warehouse Monthly lectures discuss current research at St. Croix’s 3 National Parks. (340) 277-9642.
MARCH 15, 6-9PM
Sunset Jazz Buddhoe Park, Frederiksted Bring a blanket or beach chair and catch
the cool sounds of local and international musicians. Food and drinks available.
Free!
MARCH 15-16, 22-23, 8PM MARCH 17 & 24, 4PM “These Shining Lives” Caribbean Community Theater A play by Melanie Marnich. Directed by Heather McRae. Chronicles the strength and determination of women considered expendable in their day. (340) 778-1983 or (340) 718-4229. www.cct.vi
MARCH 16,
10-00AM-NOON Orchid Awareness & Education Group Botanical Garden’s Bodine
Center Orchid Clay Pot Workshop with Sara Hayes. Members free, otherwise $10. (340) 626-6735.
MARCH 16, 11AM St.
Patrick’s Day Parade Downtown Christiansted The 50th Annual paints the town
green! www.stpatricksdayparadestcroixvi.com
MARCH 16, 6-9PM
Remembering & Commemorating Queen
Mary Exhibition UVI, VICCC Conference Suite Commemorative Cultural Heritage
Arts Exhibition and Video Documentary on Mary Thomas aka Queen Mary, a
significant Caribbean cultural icon.
Register at (340)692-4272,
viccc@live.uvi.edu, www.viccc.uvi.edu.
MARCH 21, 5-8PM Art
Thursday Christiansted Galleries and shops show the works of artists and
jewelry makers. Stroll & sip to live music. Facebook.
MARCH 21, 5-8PM Art
Thursday “Images from India - A Pilgrimage” Henle Gallery Recent Tina Henle
photographs and works by Fritz Henle, Maria Henle, Jack Anglin and others. (340) 332-1628. www.henlegallery.com
MARCH 21, 9AM Experience Spring Equinox East of Cramer
Park Led by East End Marine Park Interpretive Ranger. Geologic features that
support coral stands and turtles at Boiler Bay. Meet at the Beach Access. Bring sun screen, water, binoculars. (340)
718-3367, caroline.pott@dpnr.vi.gov.
MARCH 23, 9-11:00AM
Turtle Season Kick Off with S.E.A.
Southgate Coastal Reserve Talk and beach clean-up. Bring water, sun
protection. (340)773-1989,
info.atsea@gmail.com.
MARCH 29, 5:30-7:30PM
Jazz in the Park Ft. Christianvaern Bandstand Catch cool sounds to the backdrop
of Christiansted harbor! Bring chairs, blankets, coolers & friends.
Presented by Community Music. Free!
MARCH 1, 8AM-5PM
Toastmasters Leadership Conference UVI Great Hall Certified Training
& Workshops in Public Speaking, Communication, and Leadership. Organizers: VICCC@UVI, St. Croix Toastmasters
Club 933 & Abdul Ali Consulting. Pre-Register at (340) 692-4272 or (340)
332-1835, viccc@live.uvi. edu or alia243@hotmail.com. www.viccc.uvi.edu.
MARCH 2, 8AM-8PM 2nd Annual VI Youth Conference UVI Great Hall
Workshops & Training in Youth Affairs, Leadership, Financial Literacy, and
CHE Technologies. Organizers: VICCC@UVI & Abdul Ali Consulting. Pre-Register at (340) 692-4272 or (340)
332-1835, viccc@live.uvi.edu or
alia243@hotmail.com. www.viccc.uvi.edu.
MARCH 2, NOON Mardi
Croix Parade North Shore Krewe de Croix presents “Haunted Island!” Park at La
Valle Lutheran Church with donation collected at Sylvie’s. Awards and
After-party, Above the
Cliff, 6pm. (817) 908-3912 or (828) 447-3986, gypsyrose1962@yahoo.com.
MARCH 3, 5:30PM Jazz
Vespers St. Croix Reformed Church, La Reine An inter-faith gathering; enjoy the
talents of local artists. (340)
778-0520, stcroixreformed.org.
Did
you know... St. Croix is ringed by beaches of all shapes and
sizes, some are long white sand stretches, others are small patches
shaded by low sea grape trees and towering coconut palms. Some have
smooth sandy bottoms ideal for swimming, and others have rock and
coral-lined entries perfect for snorkeling!
Did you know... St. Croix is the only Caribbean Island where
a diver can:
●Dive a wall that drops over 13,000 feet
●Dive a reef that is the largest living reef of any Caribbean Island
●Dive five wrecks that are within 100 yards of each other
●Dive a pier
DID
YOU KNOW THAT... Many couples are opting to save the
money (not to mention the stress and hard work) of a big
wedding at home by escaping to a Caribbean island for a
combination wedding/honeymoon. Upon their return, they can
share the event by showing the video and photographs at an
informal reception.
All the islands are beautiful and, on some, weddings have
become a major promotional tool. So why should you choose
St. Croix above others?
DID
YOU KNOW... In addition to it's long and rich multicultural
history, friendly people, open spaces, the blue sea and near perfect
year-round weather, there are a number of reasons to consider
relocating to St Croix. Most importantly, the U.S. Virgin Islands,
which includes St Croix, operate under U.S. law which is important
in both business and personal matters.
This means mainland US companies do business here including retail stores such as K-Mart, Radio Shack, Office Max, McDonald's and Wendy's. Also U.S. financial services including a variety of U.S. mortgage, insurance and banking companies offer local service. U.S. cellular phone companies including AT&T and Sprint, both operate here.
more
Our Port
The Ann E. Abramson Pier is named in honor of the Virgin Islands
Public Works Commissioner who was responsible for much of the
rejuvenation of the Frederiksted area. This is the pier where most
of the large cruise ships dock, as well as military ships,
submarines, and other naval vessels. From time to time, tall-ships
especially from Denmark, can be seen here.
The dock itself has been a favorite diving place especially for
viewing bright coral, sponges, and a multitude of fish life. A night
dive should reveal the sea-horses unique to this pier. Visitors
arriving at the pier often walk through the small town of
Frederiksted and walk to the nearby beaches and beach club
