The 41st Barbados International Hockey Festival held from August 23 to 29, 2026 at the Sir Garfield Sobers Sports Complex came to a close after a week of fast-paced hockey, international competition and camaraderie on the island. Thanks to the Barbados Hockey Federation the festival welcomed teams from the Caribbean and beyond, including Germany and…
A Back to School Giveback program “Pack For Progress, Together We Learn” was launched in the St. Michael Central constituency by its representative, Member of Parliament, Tyra Trotman on Thursday, August 27, 2026. The program’s purpose is to assist vulnerable members within the community with school supplies. Stationery, school bags, and art supplies were among…
Parents and children now have the opportunity to embark on a journey of new beginnings through the creative work of educator, counsellor, and author Ferozah Kothdiwala. “Nerves to New Beginnings” the children’s book was officially launched at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Center, on Sunday, August 23, 2026, giving guests and supporters the chance to learn…
“If Barbados is to be a powerful nation going forward, our people must be able to not only take knowledge, but to apply that knowledge to solutions in the world.” These were the words of the Minister of Educational Transformation, The Honorable Chad Blackman as he addressed parents and members of the St. Michael North…
Exam-ready participants had the opportunity to showcase their skills and knowledge as they completed their final assessment in the Bartending & Mixology course developed by the Pinelands Creative Workshop, and executed through the support of The Maria Holder Memorial Trust, the MAID Program, the Inclusive Development Initiative, the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association, and the…
Today, August 15, 2026 at the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) in Deacon’s Road, St. Michael, over 30 young girls aged 10 to 16 years of age were taught makeup application techniques; a valuable skill set suitable for their personal use or a potential business venture. Entrepreneur, professional makeup artist, and founder of The Makeup…
The Taratibu Youth Association (TYA) from the United States of America, and the Pinelands Creative Workshop (PCW) from Barbados have joined forces to host an intensive, interactive, youth-focused workshop on mental health, arts, and cultural expression. Developed by leading mental health experts from the University of Maryland Global Campus and Georgetown University, the initiative addresses…
Young entrepreneurs are on the rise as the Teen CEO Summer Camp returns for its second year with registration already surpassed 50%. This hands-on, entrepreneurial and leadership program sets up many young Barbadians with the opportunity to succeed from an early age – an opportunity that was not so readily available for past generations. Founder…
A third cohort of students were officially welcomed on Tuesday June 9, 2026, continuing to bridge the critical gap between traditional academic qualifications and the practical professional skills demanded by today’s work environment. The Pinelands Creative Workshop (PCW) launched the Satellite Program – Facilitating Inclusive Development in Communities! This impactful initiative, targeted to individuals ages…
The Barbados National Culinary Team Programme is an investment by the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) in local talent responsible for telling the story of Barbados’ rich culture through culinary artistic expression. During a competitors’ briefing held at Courtyard by Marriott on June 2, 2026, BHTA Chairman, Javon Griffith highlighted that “This programme is…
