Despite its challenges, Haiti has evolved as a country rich in culture that is an eclectic mix of African, Taino and European elements. Haiti's art, architecture, cuisine, festivals, folklore & mythology, literature, music & dance, and religion have all been influenced by this mix of cultures. This has resulted in a Haitian Heritage that is well worth recognizing and celebrating in the US during the month of May … 2019 Haitian Heritage Month! Sak pase? N'ap boule!
This year’s T&T Carnival is now behind us, but will long be remembered for 3 things … Music, Music, Music! From start to finish, Soca Music delivered the right vibes to unite Caribbean people and those who appreciate the culture!
Flag Fantasy is proud to be one of the corporate sponsors of the upcoming CAFE - Caribbean American Fashion Exchange™ Reception @ NYFW - New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2019 on Sunday, February 10th, 2019!
Happy New Year to all our FANS, and a brand new start to the Carnival Season kicking off with Bahamas Junkanoo! Marked by vibrant color and intense brass music, this year's Junkanoo Parade competition proved to be as fierce as ever! Congratulations to Valley Boys who have already been named as unofficial winners in the A Category.
"Junkanoo, the National Festival of The Bahamas, is an expression of Bahamian art and culture. Large groups parade with elaborate costumes, dancing or playing goatskin drums, horns, bells, or whistles, as thousands watch and dance along."
Source: https://www.bahamas.com/event/new-years-day-junkanoo-parade-nassau-paradise-island
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Last week Norfolk State University’s Caribbean Student Association was treated to a Flag Fete Zumba class. Candace Alexander dished up her unique brand of Intense-Fyiaaaaa-Fitness in an effort to get the class whipped into tip top shape. Things got heated up, but these young ladies were resilient and kept their cool by fanning their way through the routine! A nice, vigorous workout with a Caribbean flavor! Look out for Candace's upcoming fitness launch in Newport News City Center October 28th, 2018! Keep it pumping, and stay cool with FlagFans from Flag Fantasy!
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Videography - Troy Jackson
September traditionally marks the end of summer and the start of a new school year. We at Flag Fantasy are particularly excited about this upcoming school year since are gearing up to offer the first ever Flag Fantasy Brand Ambassador Scholarship to one deserving college/university student in 2019!
We are looking for students with a keen interest in promoting Caribbean culture to provide us with digital content & services that would support our website, blog posts, social media and brand promotion.
In return, Flag Fantasy is offering students a well-recognized platform to showcase their work and get credit and recognition while building their portfolio or resume. The exciting part is that as a contributor, you become eligible to apply for our annual Flag Fantasy Brand Ambassador Scholarship! More details to follow.
If you or any of your fellow students have an interest in pursuing this opportunity, please DM @FlagFantasy or email Info@FlagFantasy.com with the following details:
Name & Contact Info
College/University
Area of Interest/Specialty
Social Media Handles
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Things are really heating up in DC, and we’re not just talking about the weather! Coming on the heels of celebrating the Washington Capitals' Stanley Cup Victory, we have the DC Jazzfest going on, and this weekend’s launch of the DC Carnival Experience! While DC may not host an annual Caribbean Carnival Parade as done in many other cities, it’s month-long series of entertainment events which includes a wide variety of Caribbean artistes is second to none! Check out the full schedule of fete events at www.DCCarnival.com and join in the festivities! It’s about to get #Hot up in here, so remember to get your FlagFans in time to stay #Cool! Wave your National Colors with Pride!
Sharon & Your Fans
at www.FlagFantasy.com
Music: Big Bad Soca – Bunji Garlin
Video: DC Carnival Experience
The frenetic energy of the Carnival/Mardi Gras celebrations that took place back in February just before Lent, has now washed up on the shores of North America and Europe with a new flurry of carnivals and music festivals taking place during the month of May. Before this month is over, cities like Atlanta, Phoenix, Orlando, San Francisco, Berlin, and Ibiza will all see crowds gathered to re-create the carnival costumes and revelry, and partake in the Caribbean Culture of food, music, and dance. We celebrate having made it through another winter, and give thanks for the opportunity to shed some clothes and bask in the summer warmth …. having fun with good friends and family. It's about to get #Hot up in here, so make sure to stay #Cool!
Sharon & Your Fans
at www.FlagFantasy.com
Kudos to Paula-Mae Weekes as Trinidad & Tobago's first female President! Wishing her the grace, honour and fortitude to lead this Caribbean nation in the right direction moving forward!
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Sharon & Your Fans
at www.FlagFantasy.com
Warm Greetings to the Flag Fantasy Family!
We know many of you are still going through the usual bout of Carnival Tabanca as you reminisce fondly about what transpired just a few weeks ago at T&T Carnival (that's if you can remember), and wonder if you will ever feel such joy and excitement again. We're here to tell you that "Yes You Can!". This is the calm before the North American Carnival Circuit begins, and before you know it the weather will warm up and you'll be listening and dancing to the familiar strains of all the popular music you heard at T&T Carnival!
Here at Flag Fantasy, we're also excited about a new development "Across the Pond". We have forged an alliance with Carnival Slayers, the UK's leading Carnival Page! We are pleased to be working with them on spreading the joy and celebration of Caribbean Culture throughout the UK and beyond!
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