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Life and Legacy of the Late Calvin Washington Lake
Calvin Washington Lake set a great example for his generation, this generation, and generations to come. He was a husband, father, contractor, successful businessman, pioneer, teacher, and problem solver. He left an indelible mark in Anguilla and has a story we can all learn from.
The Gift Box
Marlon and Olivia Lake are the owners of The Gift Box, Anguilla’s premier gift shop. The Gift Box – ‘Unwrapping gifts one smile at a time.’
Alliance Insurance Services Ltd –Dedicated to your Needs.
Alliance Insurance Services Ltd. (AISL) is an insurance brokerage focused on first- class customer service. Contact Alliance Insurance for Auto, Health, Property – both homeowner’s and commercial, Travel, Contractor’s All-Risk, Employers’ Liability, Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurances.
Sandra Lovell, The Face of Alliance Insurance Services Limited
Alliance Insurance is a trusted and reasonable insurance provider in Anguilla. Sandra Lovell is the current Director of Alliance Insurance.
Let’s CHILL at IWAS AT THE BAR
IWAS at the Bar is the place to be for chill vibes, good food and enticing cocktails. Eat, drink, chill on the covered patio or enjoy the artsy décor indoors.
Shop at J.W. Proctors, Anguilla
J.W. Proctors, located in The Quarter, Anguilla is a large, modern, family owned supermarket which offers a wide variety of quality, top-notch products at affordable prices. The supermarket also has a Deli.
Successful Virtual Discover Anguilla Challenge
My Anguilla Experience launched the Virtual Discover Anguilla Challenge.
5 REASONS TO VISIT THE BEACH OFTEN this year
If 2020 taught us one thing, it is not to take anything for granted. We are not taking our beaches for granted in 2021. Here are 5 reasons you should go to the beach often this year.
5 locally made gifts that are perfect for Valentine’s Day (See Giveaway Details in BLoG post)
Valentine's Day Giveaway! Visit our Facebook page here to view details. Enter today and win a deluxe gift basket with gifts from the creative entrepreneurs/small businesses featured below. Winner will be announced on Sunday, February 14th at noon (12pm). If you’ve...
3 Reasons Why Fountain Anguilla Should Be Your Next Home Away From Home
At the beginning of June, I celebrated a milestone birthday - my 30th birthday! I went back and forth for a long time on how exactly I wanted to celebrate the special occasion. Ideally, a vacation would have been perfect as I love travelling and experiencing new...
Registration for Youth E.S.C.A.P.E. 2019 Is Now Open
The Department of Youth and Culture (DYC) is proud to host its 13th Youth Educational Summer Creative Arts Production and Entertainment programme (Youth E.S.C.A.P.E.). This year there will be Ten (10) exciting and interesting workshops available, with the first beginning on the 8th July, 2019 and the last one ending on the 26th August 2019. Registration is now open!
5 of our Favourite Instagram Posts for 2019
The beautiful captures on our Facebook and Instagram pages highlight that even though the months are flying by, we are staying present and capturing awesome moments and memories in Anguilla. Plus, it is almost Anguilla Day and we love to celebrate and highlight the things that make Anguilla so awesome.
Training for the Executive Members of the Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School Student Council
The Director of the Department of Youth and Culture – Mr. Bren Romney, conducted a training session for the Executive Body of the Student Council of the Albena Lake Hodge Comprehensive School. This training, hosted by the Anguilla National Youth Council (ANYC), was held on Friday 12th April, 2019 at the Rhum Room in Zemi Beach Hotel.
Inter-Primary School Calypso Competition a Success
The Inter-Primary Calypso Competition was held on Saturday 25th May 2019. The event was organized by the Platinum Band, The Anguilla National Calypso Association and the Department of Youth and Culture. Seven students representing the various primary schools participated in this much-anticipated competition and made their debut in the calypso arena. The students sang on the theme ‘Stand together, Stop Bullying forever.’
Ongoing Youth Opportunities at Department of Youth and Culture
The Department of Youth and Culture and the Anguilla Youth Business Foundation offer several programmes and opportunities for youth. Three of these are described briefly below. Ongoing recruitment is available for each programme. Contact the Department of Youth and Culture if you or anyone you know is interested in joining any of these programmes.
DYC Supports Kite Fest and Festival Del Mar
The Department of Youth and Culture is proud to support several local festivals throughout the year. Look out for two of these upcoming festivals and be sure to participate and support the organisers and vendors. Both events are fun for the entire family.
Top 5 Questions I am asked about Anguilla
Once people find out where I am from and once we have established that Anguilla is in the Caribbean and not in Africa, there is usually lots of interest in my tiny island home. Here are the top 5 questions I am asked and my responses.
Anguilla Lit Fest 2019
The Anguilla Literary Foundation is excited to announce its impressive listing of international artists scheduled to appear at the 8th annual Anguilla Lit Fest- taking place 16th to 19th May at Paradise Cove Resort, Anguilla.