Decades ago, Rastafari in Jamaica was brought to the attention of a larger part of the Jamaican and world community by the publication of a report on the movement by three professors from the University of the West Indies (UWI). The "Report on The Rastafari Movement in Kingston, Jamaica" came in response to a request by "some prominent members of the Rastafari brethren" who asked the UWI to do research. The three professors who carried out the interviews with the movement were M.G. Smith, Roy Augier and [Ralston "Rex" Nettleford].
* Friday, June 10 - The Rhythms of the Caribbean Ball, 7 p.m. to midnight at The Plaza Hotel New York. Hosted by NBC anchor Jenna Wolfe. A "barefoot" black tie affair. Tickets start at $350 and a portion of the proceeds go to finance scholarships to Caribbean nationals pursuing careers in tourism. The Caribbean Travel & Cultural Fair will take place 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. June 8 at Vanderbilt Hall in Grand Central Terminal. Admission is free. It will feature Caribbean performers and entertainers, as well as a Caribbean wedding organized in collaboration with the Global Bridal Group.
