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The Trinidad & Tobago Association of Washington, DC (TTADC) is a 501C4 non-profit organization.
Contributions or gift made to  TTADC or at TTADC.org are not deductable as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.

OCTOBER GENERAL MEETING
Thursday 9th October 2025

The October General Meeting will be held virtually on Thursday 9th October 2025.  After conducting the normal business portion of the meeting, we will welcome our guest speaker for the evening, in the person none other than Dr. Barbara Hutchinson, MD Cardiologist. The subject of her talk should of interest to everyone. 

Dr. Barbara Hutchinson, the managing partner of Chesapeake Cardiac Care, is characterized by her warmth, welcoming spirit, and compassionate bedside manner. She is very passionate about caring for people with cardiovascular diseases, which is the leading cause of death in both men and women.

Using her extensive experience and vast knowledge of the cardiology field, she has presented many papers and lectures nationally and internationally. She is a member of several medical associations, including the American College of Cardiology, Association of Black Cardiologists, American Society of Echocardiography, American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

As a well-respected pillar in the cardiovascular medicine community, Dr. Hutchinson has won numerous awards* and recognitions*.

She believes that good health is the cornerstone of progress because without it our future plans may not materialize. She is recognized as a detail-oriented clinician who takes the time to educate her patients on their medical condition, why they need certain tests, and what the follow-up care entails. Her reputation for extraordinary care attracts patients from all over the US, as well as from other countries and continents. She enjoys her job and it is manifested in the way she makes every patient feel special, respected, and comfortable. She listens to her patients’ concerns, answers their questions, and allows them to be a part of their care by helping them to make right choices on a daily basis. Her warm and welcoming nature combined with cutting edge medical care and services has given her an extremely high level of patient satisfaction.

Dr. Hutchinson enjoys dedicating her spare time to helping the community. She volunteers at a clinic for individuals without insurance. She also mentors high school students considering a career in medicine and she allows residents considering cardiology as a specialty to spend time in her practice. In addition, Dr. Hutchinson is a very involved member of her church.

Away from the office, Dr. Hutchinson is an excellent cook, specializing in preparing healthy and tasty meals that do not compromise cardiovascular risk factors. She is also a musician and, being from Trinidad, she plays the steelpan as part of a band.

This is a talk you, your family and friends should not miss.  The link for the meeting wil be added shortly.




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Thanks for making Blossom Soiree III a big success

On behalf of the entire planning team, we extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you who supported and attended the Blossoms Soirée Brunch on Sunday, May 4th. Your presence, enthusiasm, and generosity made the event truly special.

We are thrilled to share that 100% of the profits from the brunch are being directed to the Trinbago Scholarship Fund, helping to support and uplift the next generation through education.

As a token of our appreciation, we invite you to relive the beautiful memories from the event through the photo slideshow in the adjacent slide. We hope it brings a smile to your face and reminds you of the joy we created together.

Thank you once again for being part of something meaningful. Your continued support strengthens our community and paves the way for brighter futures.

With gratitude,
The Blossoms Soirée Brunch Team


THE ALONZOBASH PODCAST

[CLICK HERE]The AlonzoBash Podcast ️and its host AlonzoBash are the perfect vehicles for navigating a diverse range of topics impacting the Caribbean community and beyond - from music, relationships, politics, community activism, immigration, entrepreneurship, and more - in a straightforward yet engaging approach.

With more than 15 years of media experience, AlonzoBash has honed his interviewing chops and developed a knack for drawing his guests into genuine, insightful conversations.

There's something for everyone - tune in weekly wherever you get your podcasts.

View this interview with current  TTADC President -  CLICK  HERE       

Listen to podcasts on  APPLE    SPOTIFY     YOUTUBE      AMAZON




TRINIDAD & TOBAGO REPURPOSES WALLERFIELD

Reprinted courtesy FMI: www.tamana.com

A place that once played an important role in winning the second World War will now play a critical role in winning new investments through the country of Trinidad & Tobago's first Science and Technology Research Park - Tamana InTech Park. The island Republic in the Caribbean has repurposed the Waller Field Air Force Base, a former United States World War II Air Force base located in northeastern Trinidad, to satisfy the country's goal of transforming its booming energy-based economy to a knowledge-based one.

Waller Field AFB was activated in September of 1941 to establish a flying facility within the United States Army Fort Read post, to protect the oilfields and refineries, and to stand guard over the merchant ships that gathered in the Gulf of Paria. The air force base was named after United States Army Air Force Major Alfred J. Waller, a distinguished World War I combat pilot.

The air force base experienced many shifts in its use after World War II and closed May of 1949 due to budget cuts. Now, Five decades later, the former Air Force base has been transformed into Tamana InTech Park.

Tamana InTech Park claims it stands out for its cutting-edge technology tailor-made for cross-linked business opportunities and resource clustering. Situated among moriche palms on a natural reserve, supported by the on-site campus of University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT), and outfitted with state-of-the-art telecom and security systems, the Park is both technologically advanced and relevant to its natural environment. The Park's Tier III data centre is one of only a few in the region and offers a complete suite of data centre services for Tamana's tenants.

"Tamana InTech Park is an example of the country's ICT readiness," said Angela Hordatt, Vice President of Business Development at Evolving Technologies and Enterprise Development Company Ltd. [eTecK], one of the implementing agencies under the Ministry of Trade & Industry in charge of developing Tamana InTech Park. "The park is well positioned to become a home for global companies and site selectors, with plenty of room to meet a company's existing and future needs."

CARNIVAL CORNER

  • Known as the ‘Greatest Show on Earth’, Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival  (Visit the Website)  is an annual event held on the Monday and Tuesday before Ash Wednesday in twin island state of Trinidad and Tobago. The event is well known for participants' colorful costumes and exuberant celebrations. There are numerous cultural events such as fetes, Steelband Panorama, King & Queen Of The Band Shows and Soca & Calypso contests in the lead up to the street parade on Carnival Monday and Tuesday. See More,       ..
  • Baltimore/Washington - One Carnival will be celebrated on July 13th & 14th 2024. SEE MORE....
  • Toronto Carnival (Caribana): Parade will be presented on the last Saturday in July 2023, for full itinerary, SEE MORE....
  • Brooklyn Carnival presented by the West Indian American Day Carnival Association (WIADCA) is the oldest Caribbean Canival in North America.  Following the pandemic, this year they are planning their festival from Thursday 1st culminating with the parade on Labor Day Monday every year.. SEE MORE....
  • Miami Carnival: The Miami-Broward One Carnival Host Committee is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing a safe, family festival in South Florida and outlying areas SEE MORE...
  • Nottinghill Carnival is the major Caribbean Carnival on the east side of the Atlantic. The Carnival has been presented since1966 on the streets of Nottinghill. For more information about its festivities. See MORE


TTADC EXECUTIVE BOARD

Willoughby Francis - President

Claudia Carter - Vice President 

Carlos Simon - Exec. Secretary

Lisa White  - Treasurer

Jeffrey Smith - Director

Duane Scott - Director

Kizan Lee - Director

Luis McSween - Director 

Romain McLean - Director




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