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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.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

TSF APPLICATION

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
THURSDAY 10th July 2025

ELECTIONS RESULTS

The Trinidad and Tobago Association of Washington DC (TTADC), Inc., is announcing its elections of officers for the executive board. Elections will take place at the Annual General meeting on July 10, 2025, at 7:30 pm.

NEW EXECUTIVE BOARD

  • PRESIDENT: .....................................................................................................Willoughby Francis
  • VICE PRESIDENT: ............................................................................................Claudia Carter
  • TREASURER: .....................................................................................................Lisa White
  • EXECUTIVE SECRETARY: ...............................................................................Carlos Simon
  • #1 DIRECTOR (1- year term): ...........................................................................Jeffrey Smith
  • #2 DIRECTOR (1- year term): ..........................................................................Duane Scott
  • #1 DIRECTOR (2- year term): ..........................................................................Kizan Lee
  • #2 DIRECTOR (2-year term): ............................................................................Luis McSween
  • #3 DIRECTOR (2-year term): ............................................................................Romain McLean
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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

PANAZZ.....The Story Documentary 

Panazz....THE STORY a film co-produced by Finbar 'Barry' Bartholomew and Adam Bartholomew was shown at the opening night  Friday 6th June 2025. at AFI Silver theatres in Silver Spring in this year's DC Caribbean Film Festival.

The generated an audience of approximately 250 viewers and was received with much enthusiasm. Following the showing, co-producer/film maker, Finbar 'Barry' Bartholomew was engaged in a Q&A Session hosted by Josanne Francis. 

Following the Question and answer session, reception sponsored by Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago and The Caribbean Association of World Bank/IMF was held in the foyer, with delicious hors douvres and caribbean drinks, catered by Crown Bakery, in addition to the sweet sound of pan by Lennard Jack provided a celebratory end to the evening.






CARIBBEAN CULTURAL CONCERT


SUNDAY 9TH AUGUST 2025

FREEDOM PLAZA

1455 PENNSYLVANIA AVE. NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20004

2:00pm - 8:00pm

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TTADC FAMILY DAY


The Trinidad and Tobago Association will host its Family Day on August 16th 2025.




PAN IN THE DMV

[JUMP TO PAN IN THE DMV]The announcement of the PAN IN THE DMV story was well received at January's General Meeting. The guest speaker, Mr. Roland Barnes, explained the reason for undertaking the project as a necessity to document a historical record of the area's contribution to the development of the voice of the steel drum in the tri state area.

Many pannists and pan lovers tuned in a participated in the discussion that followed Roland’s address. The audience expressed their appreciation to Mr. Barnes for his decision to undertake the much-needed endeavor. There was a suggestion that the website article should be expanded to include contributions of other individual members of the movement in the area, as well as stories about several of the Steelband shows such as the Baltimore Panorama, the DC Pan Jamboree, and the Virginia Beach Panorama.

There was some nostalgia about the fact that there is no longer a PMSO Pan Jamboree, which led to several folks suggesting that a revival be considered. This suggestion was well received, and this led the president to suggest that the External Outreach Committee could collaborate with community partners to design the next best way to bring a Steelband centric replacement event for the area. Several partners have expressed interest. 

There was also a discussion pertaining to the current approach to how we present, with some younger members pointing out that our method of communication is not reaching the youth, something the Communications Committee is taking a close look at. Also, it was pointed out that regarding Steelband, we must look at the market it serves, not just the immigrant Caribbean market, but the market in the US.

The Guest Speaker segment of the General meeting has proven to be a viable catalyst to bring more interest to the organization, so the Association welcomes any suggestions for speakers or topics the members think would be helpful. Please email us at info@ttadc.org





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

Franka  Wilson - Director

Luis McSween - Director 

Kizan Lee - Director




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