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A Legacy of Justice and Generosity: The Story of Justice Barbara Cooke-Alleyne
A Legacy of Justice and Generosity: The Story of Justice Barbara Cooke-AlleyneFeaturedVolume III

A Legacy of Justice and Generosity: The Story of Justice Barbara Cooke-Alleyne

By: La Shawna Griffith   In the quiet heart of St. John, history was etched into stone in honour of a woman whose life work has been rooted in fairness,…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20254 min
Message from Senator John King, Director of the We Gatherin’ Secretariat
Message from Senator John King, Director of the We Gatherin’ SecretariatFeaturedVolume III

Message from Senator John King, Director of the We Gatherin’ Secretariat

“This experience has profoundly impacted me.” The past six months of the We Gatherin’ journey have been nothing short of extraordinary as it has been a  rediscovery of who we…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20252 min
Message from the Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., Ms. Andrea Franklin
Message from the Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., Ms. Andrea FranklinFeaturedVolume III

Message from the Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., Ms. Andrea Franklin

Dear Friends, As the Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) it is with great pleasure that I reach out to you, our extended family from across…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20252 min
Karting in the Gully: St. George’s Unspoken Tradition
Karting in the Gully: St. George’s Unspoken TraditionParish SpotlightVolume III

Karting in the Gully: St. George’s Unspoken Tradition

By La Shawna Griffith Before the age of smartphones and social media, the children of St. George made their own magic. Long before “outside” became a nostalgic phrase, young boys…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20253 min
Explore the We Gatherin’ 2025 Heritage Centres
Explore the We Gatherin’ 2025 Heritage CentresVolume III

Explore the We Gatherin’ 2025 Heritage Centres

By Cara L. Jean-Baptiste Ever wondered about the history of your parish? Discover it firsthand at the We Gatherin’ 2025 Heritage Centres. These Heritage Centres are immersive community spaces geared…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20253 min
“Yuh cuh hide and buy land, but yuh can’(t) hide and wuk it.”
“Yuh cuh hide and buy land, but yuh can’(t) hide and wuk it.”Culture CornerVolume III

“Yuh cuh hide and buy land, but yuh can’(t) hide and wuk it.”

By La Shawna Griffith In Barbados, we have a lot of colourful phrases that have been passed down through generations that carry deep meaning and wisdom. One such phrase that…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20253 min
Damien “Bobo” Bowen: The Musical Mind Behind the We Gatherin Jingle
Damien “Bobo” Bowen: The Musical Mind Behind the We Gatherin JingleCulture CornerVolume III

Damien “Bobo” Bowen: The Musical Mind Behind the We Gatherin Jingle

By: La Shawna Griffith There is a rhythm that moves with the soul of a people. It captures their triumphs, their history, and their dreams. For the We Gatherin campaign,…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20253 min
The Village Bar – A story of female entrepreneurship
The Village Bar – A story of female entrepreneurshipVolume IIWe Cookin'

The Village Bar – A story of female entrepreneurship

By: La Shawna Griffith Nestled in the heart of St. John is The Village Bar (Lemon Arbour), which is known for its delicious pudding and souse, pickled sea cat and…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20252 min
A Culinary Stroll Through St. John
A Culinary Stroll Through St. JohnVolume IIWe Cookin'

A Culinary Stroll Through St. John

St. John may be the quietest parish in Barbados however, its food scene is bursting with flavor. This countryside gem serves up dishes that wrap you in warmth, feed your…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20252 min
Bajans reminisce about what they miss about Barbados
Bajans reminisce about what they miss about BarbadosHomecomingVolume II

Bajans reminisce about what they miss about Barbados

By: La Shawna Griffith  Five individuals, each with unique journeys and experiences abroad, have returned to Barbados, choosing to once again call the island home. Drawn back by a deep…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20253 min