Feb 10, 2020 | Island News
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s (RWJF) has given a $350,000 grant to The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) to be used to fund a 15-month continuation project to provide mental health services for students and training for professionals in USVI public schools. The CFVI is partnering with local nonprofit organization Beautiful Dreamers to operate a school-based mental health support program during calendar year 2020. Read the full article in the St. Croix Source.
Feb 10, 2020 | Island News
During a recent annual meeting, the volunteer-run Caribbean Genealogy Library demonstrated how the library can help people learn more about family histories. The library also houses unique and rare books on Virgin Islands history and culture, funeral booklets, microfilms and provides access to church records and other documents. To read more about the library’s important work in preserving and providing access to Caribbean genealogy, history and cultural heritage information resources for the Virgin Islands and the Caribbean, read the full article on St. Croix Source.
Feb 10, 2020 | Island News
AJC, an Atlanta, Georgia-based publication recommended St Croix’s Buccaneer Beach and Golf Resort as one of the top destinations for group trips like extended family reunions, girls getaways or bachelor parties. To see more about the Buccaneer and other destinations on the list, read the full article here.
Feb 10, 2020 | Island News
Trumpeter and music arranger Rashawn Ross of the Dave Matthews Band has found a way to assist and motivate USVI students who love music following two back to back hurricanes. Working with an American manufacturer of musical instruments for concert bands, marching bands, and orchestras, Mr. Ross secured large discounts to local schools in all three island districts to replenish the instruments lost in the storms. As a native of USVI, Mr, Ross is a successful musician who has not forgotten where he came from. Read the full article on St Croix Source.
Jan 16, 2020 | Island News
Our Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty office published a great blog post about the fitness and wellness community in St. Croix. From popular outdoor activities to the many wellness/fitness centers and boutique studios, the island provides diverse options for staying fit while having fun. Read more here.
Jan 16, 2020 | Island News
February 14, 2020. Jump Up is a carnival-like street party held along the boardwalk of Christiansted. Sponsored by the CRRA (Christiansted Restaurant & Retail Association), it has become one of the favorite social events for both locals and visitors on the island.
Read more on GoToStCroix.com.
