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23/12/2011
Possie Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Thought it was all over? It pretty much has just started! The vibe of Christmas continues and when we mean vibe we mean the good vibration brought about by Christmas. Signifying togetherness and striving towards positiveness is the usual theme surrounding the Christmas Season. Often times you hear from people that the tone or spirit of Christmas is slowly slipping into silence and not just hearing the sounds of carols but also in the viewing of it. Less often than before, you found families coming together to put up Christmas lights, bake cookies and cake, and do some Christmas shopping together but these days, we are seeing less of these things happening. Have we gotten lazy? or is the true meaning of Christmas been depleted so we find it burdensome to put up the Christmas-like signs? All these can be the affects however, Christmas is still Christmas and its spirit lives on because God the Father did send his son, in a manger through the birth of the virgin Mary, to die for you and me so that we could be saved. Now, he lives today making intercession between God and man.
After the Glanvilla Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony, the Portsmouth Council also organized the Possie Tree Lighting Event to continue boast up that Christmas spirit and Christmas celebration amongst the people. This was yet another good move by the council and we at BrBpTV applaud what they have done. Surprisingly enough, at the ending of the event, there was a particular part that got everyone riled up, in a good way of course. This might be shocking to some and hilarious to others but at the same time it was all for the fun of Christmas Cheer and celebration so please, have a look! ;D
Merry Christmas
22/12/2011
Glanvilla Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Steel Pan music playing, Christmas Season has arrived and the goose is getting fat but in the mean time let's all come together and have a good time in the park nuh? After all, this is what the Christmas Season is truly all about and one thing we can all agree on is that of Togetherness. Organized by the Portsmouth Council; we have been brought to the essence of the Christmas Season through the use of musical instruments, carols and lights, in the village of Glanvilla.
The usual separation caused by work and daily activities has been pushed aside during this season and everyone is asked to join together to bring forth that Christmas cheer and love. The event was held at the Glanvilla Park, in Portsmouth, and quite a number of persons showed up to be a part of this ceremony. One of the things that Caribbean people pride themselves in, is in music and the use of musical instruments like the steel pan is a definite must. The melodious sounds of the steel pan playing in unison to that of the Christmas carols with a simple touch of God's grace, is the perfect celebration atmosphere in my books. I'm absolutely positive that Jesus was smiling that night! Let the Christmas season activities begin!
18/12/2011
Ross Christmas Dinner
and performances, brought about by Michele Henderson and company and the Fanatik Band. Food, fun, comedy, fellowship and a whole lot of dancing. One thing you will see is that Dominicans love dancing with a passion under some good rhythms. It is for this cause Ross showed its appreciation to its members and after it all, it was a very successful evening. Merry Christmas to all the Ross University Staff and Faculty in Dominica and a Happy and Prosperous New Year! God Bless. :D
05/11/2011
Cultural Gala 2011 Celebration
There is therefore no condemnation to those who truly believe in Culture and have the Cultural Spirit. Culture is who we are and it defines us as a unique people. Those who do not respect their own culture ought to be ashamed and out of place because culture brings comfort, character and a place you can share home with. Culture is important to us, as Dominican people, and we represent and go hard everywhere we go. This is the Dominican culture being displayed from our home soil, Dominica, to the rest of the world for the Creole Independence Season. As a climax to the ending of the Creole season, the Nature Isle of the Caribbean brings forth an event called, 'Cultural Gala'. It brings light to what Dominica is and who its people are. Dominica Independence Celebration takes place on the 3rd of November, giving this prestigious island 33 years on its own as a developing and progressing nation. What better way is there to celebrate Dominica's Birthday than through what has made it what it is today, Culture. Culture is the way of life of the people and what you are about to see is the partaking of a unique culture to its fullest capacity. It's all about the people, the colors, dancing, singing and creole music! The preparation for this phenomenal celebration all started with a series of creole competitions with three semi-finals held all across the small but great Caribbean Isle. Those who won the competitions were the best of the best and they performed at the Cultural Gala with the traditional customs. The story-line, the people, their music, colors and their traditions are all part of this grand event and this is what makes Dominica, the Nature Isle of the Caribbean.
Children as young as two and three years of age took part in the sharing and the understanding of their culture, while at the same time gaining first hand experience of the event of the day and of the season. As you will also see the little kids, not only taking part, but are also feeling the cultural spirit and having fun. This of course, says a lot but one thing that is being said here is that traditions will surely be passed on and continued. There is no place like Dominica and its traditions are held sacred amongst its wonderful, friendly and talented people.
26/10/2011
Creole in the Park Concert
It is clear to see that Kes the Band rocked out the crowd with his soca and mixed-pop contemporary music, as they shared their music in celebration with the Dominican people. Obviously, the lead singer was one of the ladies favorite and he to also put on a good show for them as well as everyone gathered that night. His music style of Soca originated from his homeland, Trinidad, and the Dominicans knew it all too well. One of the main songs that took flight was Wotless. Everybody was Wotless in fun that night as the jam came into play and a live performance was given. They say if it nice, play it twice. Well, it was so nice, they did it thrice. Take a listen to what went down on the Wednesday 26th of October at the Botanical gardens.
Dominicans, Australians, English, French, the entire Caribbean and persons from all over the whole world were there that night as the amount of people in the park grew to one hundred thousand strong on the last day. Quite a phenomenal experience and time of fun for all those who were at Creole in the Park 2011 concert.
19/10/2011
Creole Cultural Finals in the North Competition
Colors, mixtures, food and a congregation of people dancing is the first set of things that pops into our minds when we hear or see the term, 'Creole'. Well... this usually is the case for the people of the Caribbean, especially in Dominica. For those who do not know what Creole is, let's first define ot, shall we? The term 'Creole' according to the Encarta Encyclopaedia, carries the meaning of a person of mixed European and black descent, especially found in the Caribbean. This too is very factual seeing that it was the Europeans who brought the Africans over to the Caribbean to work as slaves and mingled with the gorgeous African women to create was is known as, Creole meaning mixed. This mixed style reflects in the people's way of life especially during the Creole season where there is the showcasing of different colours in dress, dance styles and when the language is spoken. Creole Season is mixed with a lot of Creole speaking termed, Patois. According to Wikipedia, the creole language is a stable, natural language developed from the mixing of parent languages. Most often, the vocabulary comes from the dominant group and the grammar from the subordinate group, where such stratification exists. Creole(broken french) is a mixture of French and English. Since English is the Dominant language in the Caribbean then broken french is spoken in the accent of Caribbean English.
Now that we have a little understanding of what Creole means, the matter at hand is the use of the Creole Culture as a tradition. It was displayed through the Cultural Finals which took place in one of the Caribbean Islands called Dominica at the Cabrits National Park located in Portsmouth. There were three Cultural finals taking place across Dominica, where different groups from all ages and life walks, competed against each other to see who stood out as the best of the best to take part, in dance, at the Cultural Gala in the Capital. Everyone did their best in the displaying of their heritage through different dances and color variations and for this cause everyone is a winner. This episode, however, is not about competition. BrBpTV became a fan of everyone and therefore sides cannot be taken or shown. This episode was created to shed some light is the cultural festivities of October which engulfed itself around Creole. Take a look at the video below to understand more on what the Creole heritage is about.
11/09/2011
Pottersville Savannah Bike Show
There are many different aspects in the Caribbean where you will find vast amounts of people. Particularly surrounding music, dancing and parties is a definite number one position, but there is also another aspect that shows a lot of interests by fans far and wide. The atmosphere surrounding this kind of events, brings forth a sense of fun, excitement, thrill and joy to the Caribbean people and they fully participate in the observation of the performance of bikers present. These kind of events are known as Bike Shows and Car Shows. Over the years bikes shows, in the Caribbean, have been bringing in hundreds and even thousands of people to one secluded spot where everyone has a chance to witness the different stunts and skills of their fellow man or woman for that matter. Everyone seems to be grasping the concepts of bikes these days and the purchasing and selling of bikes itself has almost tripled in the last few years. Organizers have now been organizing bike shows due to the fact that it brings in a lot of persons and great returns as well.
It is for this cause that First Domestic Insurance, an insurance company in Dominica brought together the, 'Pottersville Savannah Bike Show'. Collaborating with the french islands surrounding Dominica, the french bikers were brought in to showcase their skills alongside the Dominican bikers as well in the community of Pottersville. This goes shows how well the islands relate to each other and the bond and love that they both share in bikes no matter the differences in the cultures between them. Taking place at the Pottersville Savannah community in Roseau, Dominica we give you Bike Show 2011.
28/08/2011
Six Flags Great Adventure
The weather conditions was very conducive to those who love the outdoor activities and surely we could not let this opportunity pass us by. It is specifically during this time where you will find many families and friends join closer to spend more time with each other. Whether it be through the participation of activities like visiting the beach, scuba diving, travelling, partying, playing games, hiking and simply just enjoying a time of fun and happiness, nothing is to limited around this time. It is for this cause Six Flags was brought about.
Everyone wants a chance to do something spectacular, especially during the summer holidays when every avenue seems to be screaming out your name. During the Labour Day weekend celebrations, we were unsure of what we should do. There were so many events going on it was hard to decide but we came up with an idea. Why don't we do something that we have not done for a while. Six Flags came up and we set out to do it. A group of us from Dominica, the Nature Isle of the Caribbean, planned on going to the Adventure Park to have a good time together seeing that we had not seen each other in a long time. Unfortunately, due to some unfortunate mishaps, some of them could not make it but the few of us who were there made it to Six Flags.
We will meet up with the others at another appointed time but, as of right now, the show and fun must begin. It is the fun times during the summer months that we will always cherish knowing that by summer end, a good time had been spent. This summer was 'jampacked' with different events especially during the Labor Day Weekend of 2011 and for this cause Six Flags was an ideal way to kick start it. With the great rides and roller coasters at our disposal, this opportunity could not pass us by. Have a look at the video below to see how it went.
26/08/2011
Youth : Sam Runs for Office Interview
There comes a time when we realize that change is indeed a necessity and not just a want. We all need and want change but in other to make this happen, we must take the steps needed to facilitate change and this is why we are here today. Change can be viewed as a hard thing to come by especially when the norm of a community or country is adamant on the same old system and way of life. Don't get me wrong in terms of moral and principle standings. Our morals and principles should not change but should be used to guide us into the right direction for external changes that are needed in our community. For this to happen, we must first know what we stand for and then putting up the right candidates to bring forth that necessary change.
Why do we need change? How can we change why is it important, you may ask. In this case we need change for betterment. A young individual who goes by the name of Samuel Williams a.k.a Sam the Man, has decided that enough is enough and has chosen to take on the responsibility to go up as an electorate for Town Council elections for the Zicack and Chance ward in Portsmouth, Dominica. Let us all take a listen to his interview with BrBpTV.
19/06/2011
Beach Fun Lime
Here today we have a group that goes by the name of CareBik. This group, an automotive group, aims at creating different events while promoting safety and protection among automotive enthusiasts. Not to long ago, before this club developed, the members lost someone who was very close to them. He was an enthusiast who died by an bike accident and it is for this cause CareBik was developed. They created concern on the matter that safety and protection is important so that a lost like this could not ever happen again.
On the beach day, they created the Beach Lime and it is on this day, they took to the streets to bring entertainment, stunts, food and socialism to those present. Fun, Socializing, Cars, Bikes, Stunting... this is what you would expect in an event held by this group. Promoting realness and positivity is another step taken by the youth of the community of Portsmouth so continue to support this movement and have a look as to how it went down.
13/05/2011
Take Authority Concert
This Concert was a motivation to persons, especially the youth, to push themselves despite their physical limitations because nothing is impossible. Not only in the physical aspect of life but more importantly, the spiritual. Taking authority means step up to the mantle and taking the leadership role, taking charge and grabbing the necessary steps needed to cause a positive chain reaction. Leaders should arise and become the head runners in whatever they do so that they in turn can affect others to step up and take responsibility. We have often heard that some person were born leaders, well this is not so. No one is born a leader. We must learn the process first and as we get older we make the choice so there it's a choice. The choice is whether we choose to make that bold step or allow someone else to lead us. Press on and take charge for we are the salt of the earth. Have a listen to what is being said below in Part 1.
Part 1
Part 2
17/04/2011
Be Transformed Gospel Concert
We are here at the ArrBeeDee Cinema bringing to you a concert called, 'Be Transformed'. Why is this concert so important to what I am saying here? It is important because it is through the inspiration of events like these where we able to find our true purpose here on earth. I found mine but it is only up to you to find who you are and why you have purpose. Right there on stage purpose was found and we could not let this opportunity slip away to let the world know of it. It is all internal and it is a personal thing when we are able to finally connect to our Creator. Have a look at the joy associated with the transformation that I speak off because when a man or woman who find transformation, the entire congregation and heavenly hosts rejoices.
Part 1
In the first part of the BT Concert, performing were Jemmima M, Redeemed Dancers, God Sent Team and Kenty and Exhortation by Lester George.
Part 2
In other to change, one has to start with themselves and realize that they need to change. Change starts from within and there change must come from a change in mind set and to do this, one must seek the help of God. No one can change on their own, especially when you have been living a pattern for quite some time but when God steps in, you can never remain the same again.
In the second part Jasper from Antigua took the stage first then Que from Trinidad, then St .Matthew from Jamaica and in the Finale, Sernel Florent took down the house. Talk about a combination of Caribbean Islands coming together to push the movement of transformation towards that greater good of man kind. Wow!
01/04/2011
Against All Odds P1 Concert
Part 2
02/03/2011
Top 5 BrBpTV Music Videos 2011
Over the years musicians from the Caribbean have been developing the Caribbean musical industry and although it has not been a walk in the park for most, but it has indeed been getting some great feedback as it continues to develop. Here today on BrBpTV we are in the Benjamin's Park in Portsmouth, Dominica and all that is running through our minds is what should we do today. We have a lot of talented people over the years who have contributed to BrBpTV via music videos, so we set out to seek which music videos had the best responses and messages that carry out the theme of being real and being positive. So we did a survey a video survey and picked out the best of the best music videos so far on BrBpTV and thus this episode was created. The top five music videos shown on BrBpTV. The genres were categories and based on how they related and affected the persons in their niches: cultures, lifestyles, likes and dislikes from all over the globe. In this segment, we brought about a compilation of the top five music videos shown on BrBpTV under the categories of the realest and positive so take a look at the episode below. Thanks
20/02/2011
DRAMA DRAMA DRAMA ON THE STAGE
Drama? Yes, drama. Do you know that it can be a good thing sometimes! Yes, it surely can. It has many stories behind it for which lessons are taught and messages given can be learnt. Lessons such as life, love, character and belief. Now, we are not speaking of the drama brought about by persons who make it their duty to bring others down or make others feel uncomfortable enough to ignite malice, envy and/or hatred in their hearts. Oh No! We rebuke this one! This episode is about a theatre play that, one way or the other, we all can relate to on a daily basis. The theatre play was brought on by the Dream Team from Roseau, Dominica, who indeed put on a fantastic show. Bringing forth the real issues of the youth that we deem to be unimportant, at the time, only to find out that they could have been avoided if we had taken heed to the warnings and signs. Sometimes, it takes one to learn by mistakes to share the results with others so that they will hopefully listen, understand and take heed. Take a listen to what is being said in the play and hear what some of the spectators had to say!
12/02/2011
Touring the Nature Isle of the Caribbean - Dominica
Nature is something that can be found all over the Caribbean but none as quite as exuberant and breath taking as the one and only Nature Isle of the Caribbean. The un-tampered mountainous island is known as Dominica. Filled with its luscious rainforests, rugged mountains, emerald rivers, tall waterfalls, hot springs and radiant rainbows everywhere, leaves it filled with its natural essence and beauty. It is said that if Christopher Columbus where to come back to the islands that he discovered, he will remember Dominica because of its gloriously unchanged natural habitat. What better place is there to be than to be in the freest, most relaxing place in the entire world than Dominica? Come to think of it, whether you like Nature or not, just being on the island is a relief in itself. The cool oxygen and the birds singing sweetly in the rainforests, will definitely give you a peace of mind. These truly are the finer things in life.
Exploration is a part of the understanding of the natural habitat and has its advantages to never disappoint. So to all those hikers, rock climbers, and persons who love the outdoors, Dominica is definitely your island paradise of exploration. It is said that the grass is greener on the other side, but in this video it is clear to see that there is no other grass greener and luscious and pure as the Nature Isle of the Caribbean. Taking pride in what it has to offer with friends and family members is also key in making the exploration of Dominica even more the merrier!! The goofier the friends , hehe, the better the adventure to having as marvelous, life changing experience.
09/02/2011
Ex PornStar and Prisoner Life Changing Stories
The love of money is the route of all evil, yet the world system is catering to the generations and generation to come that getting money is the only thing that is important. The celebrities and the fame that they hold, seems to be glamorous in our eyes and we want what they have and can do anything to get it. This is indeed spoiling our youth and blurring their vision from what's really important- the finer things in life. Most people end up going after things that have very little value and end up in a lot of trouble either in debt, with the law or amongst dangerous people just to get a dime.
Here we have a young woman who had the fame, money and was a fan of celebrities. She however was raised without good role model parents and was ABUSED, NEGLECTED and REJECTED by everyone she came into contact and eventually she got into PORN at the tender age of 18, Danielle Williams.
We also have a young man who grew up in the
Nature Isle of the Caribbean, Dominica and went to the United States for a better life but ended up in all sorts of criminal activities, trying to gain that money but ended up being incarcerated at the age of 18 for 18 years to life imprisonment, Chris E. Charles.
Change is always possible no matter deep or frustrated that you are with life, it is possible. They are two perfect examples of that and are here today to tell you that is is possible. Never allow yourself to believe that there is no answers for your circumstance. Let's see what these folks have to say about that and what caused them to alter their choices. Surprisingly, although from different paths but they both found the same answer that rescued them.
Ex PornStar and Prisoner Life StoriesEpisode 36- Change: Ex Porn Star and Prisoner Life Stories 2011
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23/01/2011
Youth Vibez on DBS Radio
To those of us who chose to make a difference, despite our resources, we need that help and push to create a better society and also to further impact the lives of other youth. A little encouragement can do a long way to having a positive impact. So instead of generalizing the youth negatively, try to uplift and assist those who are willing to make a positive impact and in turn it will benefit the community. We all know the youth fall under peer pressure so surely encouragement towards the right path goes a long way. Why can't we create positive peer pressure? It is possible. Also, leading by example is key to developing the youth. One cannot preach on doing good and they themselves are doing bad things in society. This do-as-i-say-not-as-i-do mentally needs to stop. There must be a need for proper examples in our societies.
Some of the youth who have decided on their own to push a positive movement, came together on Youth Vibez Radio Station to share their achievements, talents and endeavors. Youth Vibez is a program that tends to highly Youths who are doing wonderful things in Dominica. This is what will be shown here today on BrBpTV. All about promoting real youth doing positive things. Support these young people instead of trying to bring them down. If we encourage the youth to do positive things and reward them the positivity will catch on. After all, the best way to reach out to young people is through other young people because they tend to listen to and associate most of their time with their peers.
Youth Vibez took place on at Dominica Broadcasting Radio Station in Roseau. Here you will find a multi-section of talent from youthful citizens of the Caribbean country, the Commonwealth of Dominica. People say our young people are good for nothings in these day and age, but some are indeed trying to make a change. Give credit to where credit is due. Forward we must press and backward we must never go. Take a listen to what the youths had to say.
02/01/2011
First 2011 Gospel Concert in Bawi
Many persons also try to make it right with God for the New Years, so what better way is there than to start off the year with a Gospel Concert. Held on the Salisbury Court in Dominica, God was brought to the fore-front of the stage in praises and worship. As persons tried to seek God's face to guide them through 2011, shouts and joyful noise were given, Caribbean style of course. It is so true that God has seen us through the year of 2010 and now that we are in 2011, what is left to do is to at least show appreciation and thanksgiving unto God for seeing us through. Many persons did not get to see the new year (R.I.P Macneal) so we are greatly in debt for the life that we have been given abundantly so far. Salisbury and neighbouring communities came together to sing praises and celebration unto God and ask for his favours, unwavering love and guidance throughout the new year. It was a celebration even through the blessing of the rainfall. Nothing can stop Dominican people from having a good time under some good powerful music and worship. Thank God for that!