Monday, December 15, 2008
New D.J. Tony Tempo!
New mix from D.J. Tony Tempo featuring new music for 2009, including one of my favorites "Frontline"! Click to download HERE.
The Journey Begins Update..
After discovering the launch of Carvalho's "The Journey Begins" I visited their mas camp at Alaska Bar on Ariapita Avenue last Monday to take a look at the costumes. While the camp was still undergoing preparations for opening I was able to see all 9 sections in some state of readiness as well as I got to chat with one of the person's involved in the band which has severed ties with Evolution.
The main designers of the band are Tracey Julien and Christine Sadler, it is interesting to note that Tracey designed the now defunct"Flamingo" section in TRIBE. Production of costumes for the band are in full swing and I was able to take a closer look at the section "Rainbow" which was being made right there!
Mas Camp opening was scheduled for Wednesday of last week, however when I visited again on Thursday they were still closed. Hopefully mas camp will be open for business soon; will keep you updated!
The main designers of the band are Tracey Julien and Christine Sadler, it is interesting to note that Tracey designed the now defunct"Flamingo" section in TRIBE. Production of costumes for the band are in full swing and I was able to take a closer look at the section "Rainbow" which was being made right there!
Mas Camp opening was scheduled for Wednesday of last week, however when I visited again on Thursday they were still closed. Hopefully mas camp will be open for business soon; will keep you updated!
The Anti Saucy Facebook Group!
Well imagine my surprise when I found this group on Facebook called "TRINIDAD CARNIVAL DIARY AKA SAUCY IS A TOURISM DISGRACE". The description of the group is as follows:
Finally, someone has created a anti- Trinidad Carnival Diary group, the ying to my yang, what a pity there is only one member, this could have been interesting!
WHY ARE TRINIDADIANS SUPPORTING A WOMAN, WHO NEVER STUDIED CARNIVAL, DESIGN, OR THE ARTS....BUT TALKS LIKE SHE IS A CARNIVAL GOD.
SWAMPING OUR BELOVED CULTURE WITH GOSSIP AND STUPIDITY....
THE TDC NEEDS SUPPORT TO SHUT HER DOWN IN ADDITION TO OTHER SITES THAT ARE A VIRUS TO THE TOURISM SECTOR.
Finally, someone has created a anti- Trinidad Carnival Diary group, the ying to my yang, what a pity there is only one member, this could have been interesting!
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Sohani Mehendi
Whenever I am browsing the net I take note of things that might be of interest for Carnival and I recently came upon this group on Facebook called Sohani Mehendi offering henna designs for Carnival:
Henna would look gorgeous on those in Mc Farlane's Africa to create the effect of tribal tattoos and the glitter tattoos can be dressed up with gems to make your own body jewelry instead of getting the ones from the pack; I did this option last year but I chose the regular henna, not the one with glitter. It is a bit tricky getting the design on your stomach as you have to make sure not to bend while it dries, however it is ideal if you want to get something done on your back, arms or hands.
Masquerader in Mc Farlane's India with henna decorated hands:
There is an extensive portfolio of designs on the group's page with designs ranging from simple to elaborate, where you can check out more photos!
A sample of Sohani Mehendi's work:
PHOTO SOURCE:
Sohani Mehendi
"I will be doing henna/body art for Carnival 2009. I would start taking appointments from Carnival Friday Evening straight up to Carnival Monday night. I will be on the Savannah on Carnival Tuesday also.
I Will have
Henna ( these people who want henna for Tuesday should come for it on the Sunday preferably)
Glitter designs ( applied with a skin safe glue that can last up to a week, even in this climate)
Gems
Harquus ( a skin safe skin paint that goes on dark blue - black. Can last up to a week and easily removed with rubbing alcohol. Ideal for Fake Tattoos, guys this is for YOU)
I specialize in fine detailed mehendi. My clients choose their own pattern from field of hundreds. What the client wants is what they would get. You wont see the same design on all my clients ( some are repeated as some liked the same design).
All styles are available, Indian, Arabic, fusion, modern and various African styles."
Email: nfsingh@yahoo.com
Office: 868-716-6851
Location: Curepe, Trinidad and Tobago
Masquerader in Mc Farlane's India with henna decorated hands:
There is an extensive portfolio of designs on the group's page with designs ranging from simple to elaborate, where you can check out more photos!
A sample of Sohani Mehendi's work:
PHOTO SOURCE:
Sohani Mehendi
Saturday, December 13, 2008
New Music!!!
Yesterday I heard the newest Iwer George for 2009 called "Ready" in classic Iwer style this is one you must hear as he repeats "ready" like 5o times, not to mention he also threw in a "han,han,han,han,han.. nah,nah,nah" as well! Only Iwer.
Other songs putting me in the Carnival mood these days since I am not into the fa-la-las and ho,ho,hos are "Frontline" by TC (a song for the frontline H.O.s) , "Daggering" by Squeezy Rankin and"Nah Nah" by Ziggy Ranking.
Soca 2009 releases can be found on Toronto Lime and Trini Jungle Juice!
Other songs putting me in the Carnival mood these days since I am not into the fa-la-las and ho,ho,hos are "Frontline" by TC (a song for the frontline H.O.s) , "Daggering" by Squeezy Rankin and"Nah Nah" by Ziggy Ranking.
Soca 2009 releases can be found on Toronto Lime and Trini Jungle Juice!
Friday, December 12, 2008
TRIBE Carnival Fete Schedule
Ay ay, TRIBE has their own fete schedule out! Got this in my inbox tonight:
Season Passes Available Soon!!! Look out for further details.
TRIBE CARNIVAL FETE SCHEDULE 2009
Right, so ICE is a new event, sounds interesting, cooler fete so you can use up all the extra alcohol stock from Christmas, nice one. A lil too early in the season for me personally, but I am happy to see that ONE is on a Saturday! I hope the price is right this year and that they have as many artistes, including Machel, as the usually do; putting ONE on my list.
So, these dates contradict that other fete calender I posted yesterday (which I got via email so doh beat meh up!). I am waiting for THE OFFICIAL fete calender from Peter Ray Blood which will be published on Boxing Day even though Mr. Blood stated in his Pulse column today that he nearly did not publish the annual calender as enterprising fete promoters in North America and travel agents have been using his calender carte blanche with no care for copyright!
Peter boy I feel you with that one, I just happy that you actually doing the calender and I always give credit to the source of material republished from the Guardian! Others, take heed.
So, these dates contradict that other fete calender I posted yesterday (which I got via email so doh beat meh up!). I am waiting for THE OFFICIAL fete calender from Peter Ray Blood which will be published on Boxing Day even though Mr. Blood stated in his Pulse column today that he nearly did not publish the annual calender as enterprising fete promoters in North America and travel agents have been using his calender carte blanche with no care for copyright!
Peter boy I feel you with that one, I just happy that you actually doing the calender and I always give credit to the source of material republished from the Guardian! Others, take heed.
Jouvert 2009
The Sweet 7 has already compiled a list of Carnival 2009 Jouvert Bands, as a consequence I will not feature those that are listed on her blog; for the Sweet 7's list of Jouvert Bands click HERE.
Today I am featuring another Jouvert Band which is not on the list, this one is "Isle of Moss" a Sex and The City Premium Presentation":
Today I am featuring another Jouvert Band which is not on the list, this one is "Isle of Moss" a Sex and The City Premium Presentation":
For more information visit their Facebook Group .
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Bling Bling!
So, I have to confess that I really do not like the necklace for my costume, it is probably the one thing that I am definitely going to change, among other upgrades I plan on doing.
On my quest for a suitable necklace I have discovered some gorgeous pieces made of rhinestones that cost as much as the costume itself! And though I still haven't gotten a replacement for the flimsy necklace that just does not go with the rest of the fabulous feathered frontline costume, I have found some other accessories that add la little bling at prices that will not break the bank..too much:
On my quest for a suitable necklace I have discovered some gorgeous pieces made of rhinestones that cost as much as the costume itself! And though I still haven't gotten a replacement for the flimsy necklace that just does not go with the rest of the fabulous feathered frontline costume, I have found some other accessories that add la little bling at prices that will not break the bank..too much:
Fredericks of Hollywood - 39.00US
And for those who can find a shade to match, my dancer friend recommended these Capezio rhinestone studded tights for a little bling, the caveat is that it only comes in two skin tone shades:
Capezio -36.00US
Rhinestone Vest - $49.99.. Monday wear?
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Rumour has it...
That the President will be in one of these sections in TRIBE which will mean that the section he graces with his presence will be in the top 5!!! Can you guess which one?
The Domino Effect
There is a phenomenon that seems to affect all bands in their debut year and it is the issue of distribution problems; no band is in immune. When TRIBE launched in 2005 collection of costumes at the Rosalino Street Mas Camp turned into a nightmare with long lines, long waits and too many people for such a small venue. They solved that problem the following year by moving costume distribution to a larger venue and instituted a very organized system of delivery. Island People encountered problems their first year as well, several sections not arriving on time to be distributed which led to a host of problems for masqueraders eager to collect their costume.
And then there are the horror stories one hears of certain bands that leave you without a costume or a refund for missing parts of the costume that were never distributed; Evolution and D Krewe are two of the offenders for 2008. Pulse 8 had a section disappeared their inaugural year and masqueraders had to be accommodated in another section; this was blamed on materials not arriving into the country on time.
Why all these problems in costume distribution? Some can be attributed to factors beyond the band’s control such as producers/employees falling ill or delays in shipping of costumes and materials from overseas. Other problems occur when bands do not sell many or even ANY sections until a few weeks before Carnival. What happens is that when there is slow registration everyone involved in the band becomes concerned and while some bands might forge ahead with production others take a position to minimize losses that might incur. So, they halt costume production and it becomes a wait and see game.
After the Christmas season is over and potential masqueraders get an inkling that they want to play mas the mas camp tours and costume pursuits begin in earnest, thus for SOME bands there is a sharp increase in masqueraders registering say only four weeks before Carnival. Others get so caught up in the windfall of new masqueraders that they continue to take costume registration right through Carnival week, with registration on Carnival Sunday not unheard of. While this is great for the band that has been struggling with registration numbers, it immediately puts a strain on producers as at the last minute costumes have to be rushed to be completed.
I was told belts, headpieces and other costume accessories are not a big problem when it comes to last minute costume building (not withstanding quality) however bra sizes become a major issue as the bra manufacturers do not take rush and late orders, which explains why so many masqueraders are left without proper fitting bras when these start up bands go through their melee of costume distribution. In order to accommodate irate masqueraders with missing costume pieces, unscrupulous band and section leaders simply take costumes pieces from other masquerader’s boxes not even thinking that the problem is simply transferred to another masquerader.
The last part of the domino effect is that when bands take registration up until the very last they cannot adequately cater to the number of masqueraders that signed up to play with them. When do you give the caterer a listing, for example, if you registered a group of ten on Carnival Sunday night? How do you budget for drinks or even drinks trucks AND security needed? These are all road management and proper planning practices that have to be put in place in advance, so as a band leader you can ensure having adequate drinks trucks, drinks, meals and security. I know several masqueraders were hopping mad when lunch ran out this year and their drinks truck was a mini drinks cart in comparison to what other bands had!
So, how do you the masquerader protect yourself from these problems? I would say choose a band that has a solid reputation and that has been around a few years but problems do occur even with the best of them, however if you do have an issue be sure that the band in question DOES have a reputation of compensating you fairly. Beware of bands that are accepting registration even after they have posted their costume distribution listing; chances are they will not be able to whip up a costume for you magically within a week.
Get a feel of how well a band is doing in terms of registration by visiting their mas camp or checking to see if they have sold out any sections at all. If bands are producing costumes in spite of low registration they should be able to have costumes for you to try on and/or view, especially if it is after the costume distribution date. When buying a costume at the very last minute do not wait to collect on another day, buy a costume that is already made. I would also advise masqueraders that waiting until the very last minute to get a cheap costume is doing a disservice to yourself as well, it is better to register in advance and ask for a discount than to go looking for a dirt cheap costume on Carnival Monday unless you do not mind a costume with a missing bra or headpiece !
It is also in your best interest to ask bands straight up what their registration has been like, if they tell you "we have sections sold out", ask how many people are signed up in the sections, if they tell you we have sections “going fast, close to selling out” again, ask how many people are signed up. Put your ear to the ground, listen to what the public is saying; ask friends and people you know what band they are playing with. Join the band's facebook group, stalk their "roll call" sections or even their disccusion board to see how much interest there is in the band you are contemplating playing with. If their facebook groups are dead, chances are interest in the band is dead as well; if you know no one playing in the band or don't hear the band mentioned when an informal poll on who is playing in what band comes up take that as an omen.
In conclusion, remember the longer bands take to sell out the more panic sets in for the band and section leaders; not a good sign. The longer section stay open without any indication of a favorable response by masqueraders, the more concerned you should be about if the band can and will be able to produce at the very last minute and what kind of product they will be able to offer doing rush jobs. Right now there are bands with ZERO masqueraders registered in any section and I have been reliably informed that some section leaders are even contemplating cutting their losses and getting out now. As a masquerader be careful how you wager with your hard earned money!
And then there are the horror stories one hears of certain bands that leave you without a costume or a refund for missing parts of the costume that were never distributed; Evolution and D Krewe are two of the offenders for 2008. Pulse 8 had a section disappeared their inaugural year and masqueraders had to be accommodated in another section; this was blamed on materials not arriving into the country on time.
Why all these problems in costume distribution? Some can be attributed to factors beyond the band’s control such as producers/employees falling ill or delays in shipping of costumes and materials from overseas. Other problems occur when bands do not sell many or even ANY sections until a few weeks before Carnival. What happens is that when there is slow registration everyone involved in the band becomes concerned and while some bands might forge ahead with production others take a position to minimize losses that might incur. So, they halt costume production and it becomes a wait and see game.
After the Christmas season is over and potential masqueraders get an inkling that they want to play mas the mas camp tours and costume pursuits begin in earnest, thus for SOME bands there is a sharp increase in masqueraders registering say only four weeks before Carnival. Others get so caught up in the windfall of new masqueraders that they continue to take costume registration right through Carnival week, with registration on Carnival Sunday not unheard of. While this is great for the band that has been struggling with registration numbers, it immediately puts a strain on producers as at the last minute costumes have to be rushed to be completed.
I was told belts, headpieces and other costume accessories are not a big problem when it comes to last minute costume building (not withstanding quality) however bra sizes become a major issue as the bra manufacturers do not take rush and late orders, which explains why so many masqueraders are left without proper fitting bras when these start up bands go through their melee of costume distribution. In order to accommodate irate masqueraders with missing costume pieces, unscrupulous band and section leaders simply take costumes pieces from other masquerader’s boxes not even thinking that the problem is simply transferred to another masquerader.
The last part of the domino effect is that when bands take registration up until the very last they cannot adequately cater to the number of masqueraders that signed up to play with them. When do you give the caterer a listing, for example, if you registered a group of ten on Carnival Sunday night? How do you budget for drinks or even drinks trucks AND security needed? These are all road management and proper planning practices that have to be put in place in advance, so as a band leader you can ensure having adequate drinks trucks, drinks, meals and security. I know several masqueraders were hopping mad when lunch ran out this year and their drinks truck was a mini drinks cart in comparison to what other bands had!
So, how do you the masquerader protect yourself from these problems? I would say choose a band that has a solid reputation and that has been around a few years but problems do occur even with the best of them, however if you do have an issue be sure that the band in question DOES have a reputation of compensating you fairly. Beware of bands that are accepting registration even after they have posted their costume distribution listing; chances are they will not be able to whip up a costume for you magically within a week.
Get a feel of how well a band is doing in terms of registration by visiting their mas camp or checking to see if they have sold out any sections at all. If bands are producing costumes in spite of low registration they should be able to have costumes for you to try on and/or view, especially if it is after the costume distribution date. When buying a costume at the very last minute do not wait to collect on another day, buy a costume that is already made. I would also advise masqueraders that waiting until the very last minute to get a cheap costume is doing a disservice to yourself as well, it is better to register in advance and ask for a discount than to go looking for a dirt cheap costume on Carnival Monday unless you do not mind a costume with a missing bra or headpiece !
It is also in your best interest to ask bands straight up what their registration has been like, if they tell you "we have sections sold out", ask how many people are signed up in the sections, if they tell you we have sections “going fast, close to selling out” again, ask how many people are signed up. Put your ear to the ground, listen to what the public is saying; ask friends and people you know what band they are playing with. Join the band's facebook group, stalk their "roll call" sections or even their disccusion board to see how much interest there is in the band you are contemplating playing with. If their facebook groups are dead, chances are interest in the band is dead as well; if you know no one playing in the band or don't hear the band mentioned when an informal poll on who is playing in what band comes up take that as an omen.
In conclusion, remember the longer bands take to sell out the more panic sets in for the band and section leaders; not a good sign. The longer section stay open without any indication of a favorable response by masqueraders, the more concerned you should be about if the band can and will be able to produce at the very last minute and what kind of product they will be able to offer doing rush jobs. Right now there are bands with ZERO masqueraders registered in any section and I have been reliably informed that some section leaders are even contemplating cutting their losses and getting out now. As a masquerader be careful how you wager with your hard earned money!
Tuesday, December 09, 2008
Vintage Tuesday
We have come to the end of the Vintage Tuesday series, wrapping up with the year 1963, the inaugural year of official steelband competitions.
As much as I would have like to continue the series to present day the compilation of news paper articles end with Carnival 1963. I hope you enjoyed a look back at our Carnivals of the past!
To read the last two articles online click on the book below:
Or you can download them HERE.
Some photos of Stephen Leung's "Japan - Land of the Kabuki" - 1963
Photo Source:
noelnorton.com
As much as I would have like to continue the series to present day the compilation of news paper articles end with Carnival 1963. I hope you enjoyed a look back at our Carnivals of the past!
To read the last two articles online click on the book below:
Or you can download them HERE.
Some photos of Stephen Leung's "Japan - Land of the Kabuki" - 1963
Photo Source:
noelnorton.com
Monday, December 08, 2008
Amnesia 2009...
Peeps you got it first!!
Hot white clothing is highly recommended if you are to be a part of the illusion...
2 months, 14 days.. you can do it!!!
This article is for all the procrastinators who have delayed working out each week and suddenly realize that Carnival is only two months away!
Not to mention with the holiday season (and endless excuses to overindulge) looming ahead, that familiar feeling of panic is just about setting in when you think about how skimpy your costume is! By now you should have had a Brazilian samba dancer's body if only you had stuck to the promise of working out when you made your costume deposit! I am right there with you all:
Not to mention with the holiday season (and endless excuses to overindulge) looming ahead, that familiar feeling of panic is just about setting in when you think about how skimpy your costume is! By now you should have had a Brazilian samba dancer's body if only you had stuck to the promise of working out when you made your costume deposit! I am right there with you all:
Brian Chin Leung is a certified personal trainer. e-mail: briancl@wow.net phone: 689-1512
Carnival is just around the corner, and most people would love to be in a position whereby they will have to decrease the size of their ordered costume belt; especially if this is due to firm, hard abs.
Everyone has a six pack; it’s just that some people still have their own in the case.
Individuals who live a sedentary lifestyle, usually have a thick layer of fat (the case) throughout their body; this layer also covers the abdominal area. We all know that spot reducing is a myth and that body fat is lost proportionately; it would seem that the logical thing to do in your quest for defined abs, is to first drop your overall body fat percentage.
Once this layer of fat is burnt off, through a combination of diet and exercise, the visibility of the abdominal area becomes more apparent.
Diet—A major player
What you eat during the next eight weeks will determine to a great extent whether you will have to increase or decrease the width of your costume belt.
The obstacles that lay ahead are—pastelles, ponche de crème, black fruit cake, garlic pork, stuffing, etc. In general, you have to be able to identify good carbs from bad carbs and understand carbohydrate timing. This is important because bad carbs are one of the major contributors to an ever increasing waistline.
Don’t be foolish and try to eliminate all carbs from your diet; be selective in your carbohydrate intake. Read up on the Glycemic Index and stay away from carbs that carry a high GI rating, such as white flour and white sugar. Avoid eating fruit, pasta, bread, etc, at night; this could trigger an insulin rush which would indirectly result in fat storage. Remember, most people are not very physically active after their last meal. During the day, stick to carbs like sweet potatoes and snacks like gala apples, both of which carry low GI ratings.
Exercise priorities
If your goal is hard, flat abs; do cardio (running, Taebo/cardio karate, brisk walking, etc) five times per week for 45 minutes in each session; do this for the next eight weeks.
The cardio will help you to burn lots of body fat and raise your endurance level for the two days of carnival. Concentrate on the following abdominal exercises and weight training exercises; this would add quality muscle to your body and help increase your metabolism.
Abdominal exercises
Dropping your body fat with cardio is good; but you still have to tighten and tone your abdominals. Perform the following exercises daily: Swiss ball abs, hanging knee raises, hanging leg raises, inverted abdominals and various types of crunches. In each exercise do four sets of 30 reps.
Marguerite works her abs at Chin Leung’s Gym in Woodbrook.
Weight-training movements
The more muscle you have on you means an increased metabolism.
If your metabolism increases, you are going to be burning more calories effectively, which indirectly will help you to lower your body fat percentage resulting in more abdominal visibility.
Concentrate on muscle building exercises like the free squat, clean and press, bench press, shoulder press, barbell rows and chins.
Follow the above strategy and by the end of January you will be anxious to take your shirt off, or wear a short top.
Keep training.
What I like about Brian's articles is that he takes into consideration the time span we are working with to get fit for Carnival and he is always positive that we CAN do it. I guess it is time to break out the ab machine and say bye bye to my beloved pasta, bread and cookies! Only 10 more weeks!
SOURCE:
www.guardian.co.tt
Sunday, December 07, 2008
D Harvard Boys & D Harvard Posse
I have always held the belief that there are bands in Trinidad that cater to each masquerader's pocket, with many small and medium family bands providing persons interested in an intimate and affordable opportunity to play mas. Most times, however, these bands do not advertise online taking a more informal approach to the mas as opposed to the mega bands that pull out all the stops. So, I was quite happy to discover a website for D Harvard Boys and their Carnival 2009 presentation "Douglarisation".
For those of you unfamiliar with the term "dougla" it is a Trini word used to describe someone who is of both African and East Indian parentage. Hence the tag line for D Harvard Boys ;"Introducing Shaka Singh to Indra Abekiwe. A fusion of Indian and African dress creating a cultural expression."
The band comprises four sections as shown below:
For those of you unfamiliar with the term "dougla" it is a Trini word used to describe someone who is of both African and East Indian parentage. Hence the tag line for D Harvard Boys ;"Introducing Shaka Singh to Indra Abekiwe. A fusion of Indian and African dress creating a cultural expression."
The band comprises four sections as shown below:
Prices are ALL INCLUSIVE catering to between 200/250 masqueraders and music will be provided by a D.J.,St. James Tripolians (steelband) ,Indian and African drummers.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Grantley Auguste (868) 684-5949
Wayne Camps (868) 680-0545
Garvin Allamani (868) 767-9936
Roland Ford (868) 684-5459
The Harvard Club (868) 628-7597
OR visit D Harvard Boys website HERE.
AND, on Carnival MONDAY you can be part of PCS Starlift with The Harvard Posse presentation of "Blaze of Glory" in Starlift's presentation of "Razzle Dazzle" for a whopping $180 TT$ ($30 US$)!
Masqueraders will be provided with a printed t-shirt and a cotton outback hat, and the "semi-inclusive" section will be provide corn soup, sandwiches, rum, beer, bottled water and chasers.
Masqueraders will be provided with a printed t-shirt and a cotton outback hat, and the "semi-inclusive" section will be provide corn soup, sandwiches, rum, beer, bottled water and chasers.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Garvin Allamani (868) 767-9936
The Harvard Club (868) 628-7597
Email: gobrave@hotmail.com
Website: harvardposse.50webs.com/HarvardPosse.html
Saturday, December 06, 2008
TRIBE Costumes Still Available!!
Are you still looking to be a part of TRIBE for Carnival 2009? Well you still have a chance to get a costume in the SOLD OUT band! The caveat is these are only INDIVIDUAL costumes and are priced accordingly:
TT$7,500 (USD1,250)
TT$7,500 (USD1,250)
Parisian Frilled Canary - TT$7,500 (USD1,250)
Snowy Owl - TT$7,500 (USD1,250)
Scarlet Ibis - TT$7,500 (USD1,250)
I am surprised Parisian Frilled Canary is still available, I really love that one!The down payment on the individual costume is 50% (TT$3,750 or USD625).
If interested please email info@carnivaltribe.com or contact the mas camp for more information 868-625-6800.
If interested please email info@carnivaltribe.com or contact the mas camp for more information 868-625-6800.
TRIBE Infoblast!!!
CARNIVAL PREPARATIONS
INFO BLAST
INFO BLAST
As we gear up for the 2009 Carnival Season, please take a minute to read the information below regarding final payment and costume distribution.
Further Payments on Costumes
| Payment Location | Final Date for Payment | Accepted Forms of Payment |
| Online | Sunday 11th January, 2009 | Credit Card Only (Mastercard & Visa) |
| TRIBE Mas Camp | Friday 16th January, 2009 | Cash & Linx Only |
| Cascadia Hotel | On Distribution Dates | Cash & Linx Only |
For more information on paying via Senvia, please visit the following link:
PAID IN FULL - Fast Track Costume Collection
Masqueraders who have PAID IN FULL for their costumes by Friday 16th January, 2009 will be eligible for TRIBE's Fast Track Collection thereby minimizing wait time.
Mas Camp Opening Hours
Mon to Fri: 12 noon – 6pm
Closed on Weekends and Public Holidays except for
Sat 20th Dec 2008 & Sat 10th Jan 2009 : 11am – 3pm
Sat 20th Dec 2008 & Sat 10th Jan 2009 : 11am – 3pm
Costume Resales & Transfers
Please note that the masquerader’s ID is required to collect a costume.
Therefore, if you have sold your costume, please contact TRIBE at: info@carnivaltribe.com or by Fax (868) 625-6800 with the following information for the new owner: Name, Contact Number, Email Address & Mailing Address.
The last day to transfer names on costumes is December 31st, 2008.
Collecting Costumes for another Person
You must present a copy of the registered costume owner's ID (with Signature) along with a signed "Authorization to Collect" letter. This letter must be presented at the time of Costume Collection. If you wish to email this letter in advance, it must be sent by Friday 16th January, 2009.
Costume Distribution
The Distribution Schedule will be emailed to you and posted on the website at a later date.
Happy Holidays from
( 8 6 8 ) 6 2 5 - 6 8 0 0
Friday, December 05, 2008
Carnival Makeup
So, yesterday a friend of mine was busy searching the blog for a list of makeup artiste for Carnival 2009 when I realised that I had not done a compilation this year! Unfortunately many of the popular makeup artiste are booked however I also have information on a few that are doing makeup for Carnival and who still have availability:
Defining Perfection
Contact:Keisha Stephen-Gittens
Phone-762-8875, 303-6055
email - keishaagittens@gmail.com
Facebook Group
232 Lapwing Avenue, Phase 3 Malabar Arima.
Image & Design Associates Ltd.
Contact: Jo-Anne Edwards
Phone - 672-2635, 620-9388
Fax - 672-2635
email-imagdesn@carib-link.net
website- http://www.imageanddesign.biz
810 Farollon Road, Lange Park, Chaguanas
Cosmeticon Prime- Makeup Artist
You will be able to book and save your spots for your Carnival makeup appointments. Please also submit a picture of your costume: I will be having pigments custom blended for those who need outrageous color choices. :) Please email me with any questions: cosmeticonprime@gmail.com or visit the Facebook Group for more information and photos.
Other makeup artistes who I have featured before:
Kirk Thomas - beautymakeupaart@hotmail.com
Ephraim Hunte - beautyhunte@yahoo.com
Leigh Rachael Marhue - 637-5312, 718-7579
Kamla Koon-How Regrello - sales@sachacosmetics.com
Makeup Artistry by Jaime - jaimer@carib-link.net/682 -9388
James (TRIBE's airbrush artist) - 786-0684
Thursday, December 04, 2008
Another new mas band!
Just when I thought the debut of new bands for 2009 was over comes another band launch for another new band! The Trinidad Guardian has information on the launch which took place last Friday, unfortunately when I was not in Trinidad:
Weekend entertainment along busy Ariapita Avenue in Woodbrook got off to an explosive start last Friday when Carvalho Mas hosted one rollicking C2K9 launch.
Held at the Carvalhos’ landmark Alaska Bar, the evening’s fare included the modelling of costumes by a bevy of exotic beauties, a delicious creole dinner, live entertainment by Brimblers Steelband and good company.
After much success in producing mas bands, the Carvalho family, led by Glenn and his wife Charmaine, migrated to the United States, taking a hiatus from local competition.
Carvalho Mas is a welcome return to the Carnival landscape, and next year’s portrayal The Journey Begins, includes nine sections enticingly named Friendship, Passion, Euphoria, Peace, Love, Twilight Zone, Sky, Earth, and Dark Side.
Notably absent on Friday were veteran masman Glenn Carvalho and popular King of Carnival competitor Fareid Carvalho, both being out of the country. However, Elizabeth Carvalho was more than up to the task as an outstanding host.
I have been hearing about Carvalho's return to Trinidad Carnival since 2006 and looks like it is finally happening for 2009! Good luck to them.
The mas camp for Carvalho Mas is located at Alsaka Bar at 73 Ariapita Avenue and will be open to the public on Monday December 8. Costumes have been quoted at a price of under $2500.00, I was informed.
For more information call 868-622-8811.
SOURCE:
www.guardian.co.tt
The mas camp for Carvalho Mas is located at Alsaka Bar at 73 Ariapita Avenue and will be open to the public on Monday December 8. Costumes have been quoted at a price of under $2500.00, I was informed.
For more information call 868-622-8811.
SOURCE:
www.guardian.co.tt
Hot Hot Hot Promotion
While other bands are still caught up with Friday mas camp limes, parang limes as the Christmas season is upon us, Pulse 8 has taken another approach by offering the chance to win free costumes:
Santa Says!
Register between December 5th and 30th, 2008 and you could JUMP UP FOR FREE.
Hi Masqueraders,
This could be your best Carnival in Christmas
Tis the season for giving and Pulse8 celebrates with you giving 3 Hot Christmas options
* Give your love one a HOT...HOT...HOT Christmas
Voucher for his/her C2K9 costume
J U M P U P F O R F R E E
* Register between December 5th and 30th and 4
costumes will be won - FREE! FREE! FREE!
* Pay off your costumes before December 30th and 3
masqueraders will win full payback on costume.
Other prizes: Stag Hampers - J.W. Scotch wisky(sic) - Pulse8 Tees.
Draw takes place - January 15th, 2009
To you and your families Pulse8 extends a Happy and Holy Season and we look forward to you jumping with us for C2K9
ITS ALL IN THE SIZZLE!
But, I have to add that Evolution is offering any " Group of 5 get 10% off there Costume on that night ....(sic)" at their mas camp parang lime tomorrow; at least they are giving patrons something extra (that actually has to do with Carnival) instead of free rum!
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
New Venue for Beach House!!
Edited to add:
My sources have indicated that the new venue is going to be in the WEST, the vicinity of Macqueripe Beach to be exact! Interesting.
