THE DECLINE IN SPONSORSHIP TOWARDS ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS IN THE BVI AT AN ALL TIME HIGH

The decline in sponsorship towards entertainment events from businesses and non-governmental organisations in the British Virgin Islands has been described to be at an all-time high. This is according to businessman and event organiser Steve Parillion who made the comment during an exclusive interview with 284Media. Parillion at the time of his interview was promoting … Continued

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! FINDING THE RIGHT LOCATION FOR EVENTS IN THE BVI AMIDST A PANDEMIC. A LOOK AT SOME SUCCESSFUL CHOICES.

Since the onset of the pandemic, businesses and promoters have struggled to diversify and maneuver through the changing times. Specific locations such as: The BVI Festival Grounds, Cane Garden Bay, Tortola Pier Park, Multi-Purpose Sports Complex and local beaches like Long Bay Beach have always been top choices for hosting events. As the territory has … Continued

FLOATILLA OF LIGHTS BOAT PARADE HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF SUPPORT; ORGANIZERS OPTIMISTIC

Due to an insufficient amount of registrants the public is informed that the Floatilla of Lights boat parade has been cancelled. In an official comment organizers said, “While we share your disappointment we have already had positive conversations about next year’s event which will be part of the event lineup for Christmas in the City. … Continued

PREMIER’S CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA

The public is invited to ‘The Premier’s Christmas Extravaganza with a Cultural Twist – The Sequel’ on Saturday, December 18, at the Festival Village Grounds from 3:00 p.m.  According to Premier and Minister of Finance, the extravaganza is a time for the entire family. The Children’s party starts at 3:00 p.m. with games, singing and … Continued

AUTHOR SAYS NOW IS THE ‘TIME TO THRIVE’

Work and Life Coach Marva Titley-Smith will be available to sign copies of her six-week devotional book titled Time to Thrive on Thursday, December 9. In the book, Mrs. Titley-Smith shows persons how to slow down and thrive, one day at a time. With daily devotions covering the core life areas: spiritual, family, emotional, personal … Continued

FASHION DESIGNER VIRGIL ABLOH DIES OF CANCER AT 41

NEW YORK (AP) — Virgil Abloh, a leading designer whose groundbreaking fusions of streetwear and high couture made him one of the most celebrated tastemakers in fashion and beyond, has died of cancer. He was 41. Abloh’s death was announced Sunday by the luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) and Abloh’s own Off-White label, … Continued