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2. Haitian Heritage Museum finally finds home!
- Collection:
- Black Caribbean Literature (BCL)
- Contributers:
- Heard,Kaila (Author)
- Format:
- Newspaper Article
- Publication Date:
- Nov 27-Dec 4, 2007
- Published:
- Miami, FL
- Location:
- African American Research Center, Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Journal Title:
- Miami Times
- Journal Title Details:
- 12 : 13B
- Notes:
- [Jean Louis]' photography's diverse portrayal of Haiti is why [Eveline Pierre] chose to showcase his work during the week of the internationally renowned art exhibit, Art Basel. "We just felt it was really important to capitalize on this time," explained Pierre, "to...give the community an understanding of who the Haitian community is through this artist."
3. Underground railroad historian presents Haitian connections
- Collection:
- Black Caribbean Literature (BCL)
- Format:
- Newspaper Article
- Publication Date:
- Jan 14-Jan 20, 2004
- Published:
- Miami, FL
- Location:
- African American Research Center, Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Journal Title:
- Miami Times
- Journal Title Details:
- 18 : 6A
- Notes:
- Although the program has a long, academic-sounding formal tide, "Sugar, Slavery and Imperialism: How Sugar Drove the Forced Migration of Africans to the Caribbean and the Impact of the Haitian Revolution," it is an informal presentation aimed at general audiences. This is a rare opportunity to learn more about Haiti's former status, as the richest, rather than the poorest, country in the hemisphere; about Haitian participation in the American Revolutionary War and aid to other independence struggles; about the brilliant diplomatic and military leadership of Toussaint L'Ouverture, Dessalines, Petion and others, who defeated the forces of Napoleon, Britain and Spain together; about how the Haitian victory caused Napoleon to sell the vast Louisiana territory to the United States, and about the great heroism of ordinary Haitians that was required for victory to be won. (The Louisiana Purchase, which will be commemorated on specially minted nickel coins in 2004, also opened the way for an expanded domestic "slave trade" within the United States, which was even larger than the former Atlantic trade).
4. Rep. Clay wanted to curb Cuban influx in 1972
- Collection:
- Black Caribbean Literature (BCL)
- Format:
- Newspaper Article
- Publication Date:
- Mar 19-Mar 25, 2003
- Published:
- Miami, FL
- Location:
- African American Research Center, Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Journal Title:
- Miami Times
- Journal Title Details:
- 28 : 7A
5. Haitians and Blacks must work together
- Collection:
- Black Caribbean Literature (BCL)
- Contributers:
- Antoine,Rudy (Author)
- Format:
- Newspaper Article
- Publication Date:
- 2001-06-05
- Published:
- Miami, FL
- Location:
- African American Research Center, Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Journal Title:
- Miami Times
- Journal Title Details:
- 39 : 5A
- Notes:
- We must continue to support one another for the future of our community. We need to see more African American leaders coming into the Haitian community, not just during election time but throughout the year. We need to see more solid commitment on the part of the Haitian community also to join different causes in the African American community. These are the only ways we can overcome in this struggle for equality. If we continue to treat our political interests as separate entities, we will never get to partake of the ftuits of democracy. Concerned citizens and political officials in both communities need to let people know that we don't have a Haitian/African American problem. I would hope that the Haitian community can realize that just because Mr. Duke, an African American, was defeated by Mr. [Joe Celestin], a Haitian, that Haitians are not "better" or "tougher" or "stronger" than the African American community. Likewise, the African American community needs the growing Haitian vote in the future. Haitian and African American people are one race, living through different cultural lifestyles. It's okay to have different lifestyles, as long as we respect each others' differences, without animosity or violence. For instance, the Latin community is comprised of Spanish-speaking people from different countries: Cuba, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, etc. Does anyone think that these groups are in complete harmony with one another? The answer is no. The different Spanish-speaking groups do not like one another that much but, in reality, when it comes to standing up for a common cause you see them marching side by side, taking pictures with each other and voting for each other.
6. Local theater troupe wants to help unite Blacks, Haitians
- Collection:
- Black Caribbean Literature (BCL)
- Contributers:
- Brown,Melissa N. (Author)
- Format:
- Newspaper Article
- Publication Date:
- Sep 15-Sep 21, 2004
- Published:
- Miami, FL
- Location:
- African American Research Center, Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Journal Title:
- Miami Times
- Journal Title Details:
- 3 : 1A
- Notes:
- "[Daniel Beauxhomme] comes from the lighter skin mixed class," said Kevin Johnson, who plays Daniel. "It's the story of two different people from two different worlds falling in love. Fate brings them together and fate takes them apart. It's similar to `Romeo and Juliet.'" "In Haiti, it's very confusing. It's fuzzier than here (the United States). A lot of it has more to do with money and name than this," said Shirley Julien, who is Haitian. "And that's what the musical focuses on. Ti Moune means `little orphan' in the play. But, in Haiti it means `little person.' That drives the theme more because she doesn't have a real name. In Haiti every little kid is called ti moune." "I don't think that there is that much of a difference," said Julien, who is also the musical's choreographer. "It's just highlighted more. The division is put on us and we accept it. It's up to us to say `I don't believe this' and take time to learn about Haitians, Jamaicans and Trinidadians. Our commonalities are so much stronger and deep inside of us."
7. Delegation discovers Africa's influence in Cuba: Olive-Harvey College students explore Cuba's promise and pitfalls
- Collection:
- Black Caribbean Literature (BCL)
- Contributers:
- Hall,Corey (Author)
- Format:
- Newspaper Article
- Publication Date:
- 2001-11-29
- Published:
- Chicago, IL
- Location:
- African American Research Center, Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Journal Title:
- Hyde Park Citizen
- Journal Title Details:
- 52 : 14
- Notes:
- "They were walking toward me on the street, then they pulled up their locks, shook them back in, and smiled," she recalled, with a laugh. "I shook my locks at them, too. They would go, 'Yo!' And I'd say, 'Yo!' It was fun to get that type of acknowledgement. It showed how we are connected as Africans. There's nothing that can make that go away." [Russo], she added, also discussed now Cubans might benefit from a more open relationship with the U.S.A., even though it may change Cuba's moral character. While [Linda Jennings] hopes better communication is achieved through the blockade's elimination, she is worried that America's dominant influence would alter Cuba's innocence. It seems like today, in our communities, the lack of material items makes Black people feel inferior. Cubans don't, seem to have that problem, Jennings said. Black people have propelled themselves to a more material, individualistic society, which has made too many of them forget who they truly are to themselves. Having seen Cuba's society in person I don't understand why a Cuban would want to defect here."
8. Art Events in Broward Honor Haitian Cultural Heritage Month
- Collection:
- Black Caribbean Literature (BCL)
- Contributers:
- Russell,Candice (Author)
- Format:
- Newspaper Article
- Publication Date:
- Apr 23-Apr 29, 2004
- Published:
- Coral Gables, FL
- Location:
- African American Research Center, Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Journal Title:
- The Broward Times
- Journal Title Details:
- 2 : 7
- Notes:
- Collectively, these works, done in a burned-looking technique called 'soleil brulé', spell out Haiti. While visiting his daughters, who live in Inverrary, TIGA proudly displayed stacks of the paintings - each different and haunting, each either spiritual or personal portrayals of Haitian vodou gods and goddesses or his beloved relatives. Haiti through the lens of a camera is portrayed in "Haiti: Land of Contrasts," from May 7 to 29, at the African American Research Library and Cultural Center in Fort Lauderdale. It features the images of Roberto Stephenson, author of Les Interiors d'Haiti, and Daniel Kedar, whose books include Reflections, Haiti from Above, and Portrait of a Country. The final event of the month takes place at 7 p.m. on May 22 at the Broward County Main Library, when Dr. Alex Stepick will speak on "Perception of the Haitian Profile." He'll be followed by another lecturer, Terry Rey of Florida International University, who'll discuss "Religion and Politics in Haitian History."
9. Carifiesta 2K13 down St. Catherine St
- Collection:
- Black Caribbean Literature (BCL)
- Format:
- Newspaper Article
- Publication Date:
- 2013-06-27
- Published:
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Location:
- African American Research Center, Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Journal Title:
- Montreal Community Contact
- Journal Title Details:
- 13 : 3
- Notes:
- "THE MIN NOW RMHN' UP... THI CROWD NOW WAK1N8 UP... THE ATMOSPHERE HAS VIRES AND... NOTHIN' CANT BREAK IT UP... WE READY FOR THE ROAD. In his seminal song for T&T carnival 20 1 3, Differentology, soca superstar Bun ji Garlin set the scene for the upcoming masquerade and Montreal Carifiesta: raisin' up... the "the sun now crowd now waking up... the atmosphere has vibes and... nothin' can't break it up... WE READY FOR THE ROAD. So it is for the multitude of revelers and spectators who are ready to enjoy Montreal's hypest, most colorful and bounciest street parade, Carifiesta, once the best this side of the Atlantic.
10. Special children's day at a Taste of the Caribbean Festival
- Collection:
- Black Caribbean Literature (BCL)
- Format:
- Newspaper Article
- Publication Date:
- 2013-04-04
- Published:
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Location:
- African American Research Center, Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Journal Title:
- Montreal Community Contact
- Journal Title Details:
- 7 : 27
- Notes:
- On Saturday, May 18, 2013, all children are invited for a special free day at A Taste of the Caribbean. Cultural workshops informing and educating children about our rich heritage will be conducted from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The day will be filled with entertainment from the Caribbean and Africa. Interactive workshops will feature the African drum experience, steel pan lessons, kite making, costume making, hair braiding, storytelling, African dance lessons and much more. Food and drinks on sale. Caribbean and African arts and crafts will be on display in the many kiosks and a playground filled with interactive games will entice the kids. In short, culture and entertainment the entire day! Motivational speakers will be on hand to encourage the young minds.