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Manmay LaKay Jounen Kwéyòl Celebrations Around the World

10/21/2015 By monae

Creole Heritage Month 2015 “Forward with our culture, knowing our heritage.” Month Long Activities Government of St.Lucia Creole Heritage Month 2015 Calendar Friday 23rd  La Wenn Kwéyòl  2015 7 pm — National Cultural Centre, St.Lucia 5 contestants will vie for the coveted title: Martina Mitchell of Canaries Bernadette Edward of Monchy Rosline Popo of Anger-Micoud Lucita […]

Alene Mathurin’s Madras Tanbou

10/15/2015 By monae

“A precious family owned it and gave it to me,” she says referring to the “unclothed” tanbou. “They must not have seen the value in it.” But not this Alene Mathurin who lives in New Jersey. A girl from a rich and vibrant creole culture, of sewenal and daybot! Of knowing folks like Marilyn Gaston […]

Madras Hats and Dolls By Phyllis Wilson

10/14/2015 By monae

Her name is La Belle Hélène By Phyllis Wilson La Belle Hélène ( The Beauutiful Helen) is made from dried plantain leaves and a touch of madras to highlight our nationality and culture. My dolls represent my creativity and my lovely island home St. Lucia. La Belle Hélène lives in the lovely community of Mon […]

Alicia Augustin | Manmay Choiseuil!

10/13/2015 By monae

Manmay Choiseuil! Showcasing her creole flair and madras style is the lovely Miss Alicia Augustin. Born and raised in Choiseiul, Alicia now resides in Connecticut. She is very much involved in the St.Lucian community there and currently serves as the Vice President of the St.Lucian Association of Connecticut. Her favorite creole food include our National […]