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Emancipation Day Celebrated on St. Thomas St. Thomas Relay for Life Rescheduled Due to the inclement weather, the St. Thomas Relay for Life will be rescheduled for Saturday, July 13, to Sunday, July 14, ac- cording to the American Cancer Society. The safety of all patients, teams, participants, and community of supporters is the utmost concern of the ACS and the Relay for Life committee. ACS apologized for any inconvenience that the postponement caused. For additional information call the ACS office at (340) 775- 5373.

NOAA, IGBA Host Green Construction Training Seminar on July 16th The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in con- junction with the Island Green Building Association will host a Green Construction Training seminar on Tuesday, July 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Ursula’s multipurpose center. This one-day workshop is free. Engineers, architects, landscap- ers, contractors, equipment operators, and anyone else who is interested is welcome to attend. Representatives from IGBA and NOAA, as well as local green construction experts, will discuss topics including landscaping, building green in the USVI, and the reality of going green. The workshop will include a field trip to local construction sites, where attendees can view and evaluate the Evan Williams represented St. John application of green practices. at the Emancipation Celebration on St. Attendees will receive a participation reward from IGBA, a Thomas on Tuesday, July 3. $100 value. NOAA and IGBA are partnering to offer valuable Also presenting at the event were IGBA memberships, Tropical Residential Certification assistance, Elaine Jacobs, a former Julius E. and green building consultation advice. Space is limited, and reg- Sprauve School teacher, and Leba Ola- istration is required for this free workshop. Register for this infor- Niyi, the organizer of the program, who is mative and rewarding training before July 4 at www.horsleywitten. photographed with them, at left. com/greenconstructiontraining/ or by emailing akitchell@horsley- witten.com. It was a great program! Williams’ talk was very inspiring as he called down the spirits who guided Summer Camp Applications Available St. John since the emancipation and discussed how displeased they would be Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation Acting Commis- sioner Stanley Smith announced last week that applications are on what is going on today. now available for the 2013 Annual Summer Sports Camps. St. John Tradewinds News Photos by Chuck PIshko The camps will be conducted from July 1 through August 2 to coincide with the Department of Education School Lunch Pro- gram. The department will offer about 16 sports and enrichment camps territory-wide where each participant will receive skills training in Tradewinds Publishing llc their favorite sport to include baseball, tennis, basketball, cheer- The Community Newspaper Since 1972 leading and swimming. “The camps are designed for children with a true interest in a variety of sports and recreational activities and are open to boys Editor/Publisher NEWSLINE Subscriptions and girls, ages 7 to 15,” said Smith. MaLinda Nelson (340) 776-6496 U.S. & U.S.V.I. only Applications can be obtained on St. John at the Cruz Bay Rec- [email protected] www.tradewinds.vi $90.00 per year [email protected] reation Center. News Editor Third Class PERMIT Jaime Elliott ADVERTISING U.S. Postage PAID [email protected] [email protected] Permit No. 3 ACC’s “No Fleas, Please” Flea Market St. John, VI 00831 columnists CIRCULATION th & Contributors Rohan Roberts © Copyright 2013 Set for Saturday, October 19 Andrea Milam, Mauri Elbel, Chuck All rights reserved. No reproduction “No Fleas, Please,” the St. John Animal Care Center’s annual Pishko, Yelena Rogers, Tristan MAILING ADDRESS of news stories, letters, columns, Ewald, Andrew Rutnik, Craig Tradewinds Publishing LLC photographs or advertisements flea market, will be Saturday, October 19, at the Winston Wells ball Barshinger, Bob Schlesinger, Jack P.O. Box 1500 allowed without written permission field from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Donated wares are now being ac- Brown, Mares Crane, Dan Boyd, St. John, VI 00831 from the publisher. cepted. Call the shelter at 774-1625 for information about pickup Bob Malacarne of furniture and volunteering to help with setting up the fair. St. John Tradewinds, July 8-14, 2013 3

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Festival Parade Marshal James Boynes, at right, kicked off the parade in grand style on his impressively painted motorcycle. The day also featured St. John Festival Royalty, below, and crowd favorite mocko jumbies, above posing with the crowd at Quiet Mon Pub.

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By Jaime Elliott and culinary influences, he explained. St. John Tradewinds “We chose the new name based on the Five years after opening the original idea that what we will be serving will be lo- doors to La Plancha del Mar, owners Jason cally sourced whenever possible and locally Howard and Jonathan Fritts recently sold inspired when not,” wrote the restaurant the popular Cruz Bay restaurant to Sun Dog owner. “The region has a very broad culi- Cafe owners Michael and Barbie Barry. nary tradition, with influences whose roots Howard and Fritts along with Chef Mike are African, Amerindian, British, Dutch, Prout, who died in 2011, opened La Plan- French, Indian and Spanish, and was the cha on the second floor of The Marketplace hub of the spice trade in colonial days. Our — in what is now Nature’s Way health food menu will reflect the vibrant tastes of those store — in January 2009. spices, and we are developing spice rubs, With a slick look and zest for adventure, chutney, curries and jerk recipes that our the trio raised the island’s culinary bar and guests will be able to use at home.” cocktail expectations. Serving up inventive Sun Dog Cafe fans can rest assured the drinks like guava passion fruit sangria and restaurant will retain its funky vibe and con- carambola mojitos alongside Prout’s mod- tinue to serve up lunch, dinner and brunch ern cuisine focused on fresh, local ingredi- all summer long. The popular Sun Dog Cafe ents, quickly drew La Plancha a loyal and Wednesday night open mic jams are also enduring fan base. St. John Tradewinds News Graphic scheduled to continue through August, Bar- Those fans followed the trio when they ry explained. moved the restaurant from The Marketplace Barry’s new restaurant Virgin Fire will feature spices and flavors inspired Barry also thanked the Sun Dog Cafe to Mongoose Junction in the former Parad- by cultures found throughout the Caribbean. staff for allowing him to expand his Mon- iso restaurant location. The move allowed goose Junction presence. the three to expand La Plancha’s food and Big thanks to all our friends, family, and ry announced the pair’s new acquisition in “The expansion of our business is very drink menu as it remained one of the most friends who have become family, for the an email and Facebook post last week. exciting to us personally and we want to popular Cruz Bay restaurants. amazing support you’ve given us over the “Just wanted to mention that Barbie and I thank our Sun Dog Staff for putting us in In addition to running La Plancha, How- last five years.” have purchased the La Plancha del Mar res- a position of strength from which we are ard and Fritts opened Zero Sushi in the for- “It’s been a roller coaster of incredible taurant, formerly Paradiso, adjacent to our able to grow,” Barry wrote. “Sun Dog Cafe mer Happy Fish location on the second floor fun and unbelievable sadness, and you’ve Sun Dog Cafe operation in beautiful Mon- will retain it’s own quirky identity, be open of The Marketplace last year and have been all been behind us 100 percent,” according goose Junction,” Barry wrote. “We plan to throughout the off season and do all of the serving up fresh rolls and other Asian food to the post on Facebook. “It’s with a heavy operate the restaurant as the La Plancha Test things that we all love it for. Join us for to a steady clientele ever since. heart (although a lightened load) that we are Kitchen for just 10 days, in order to get a Lunch, Dinner, Brunch and the incredible Last week on La Plancha’s Facebook announcing the sale of La Plancha del Mar feel for how it operates. We will then close Wednesday Night Jam, which will run until page, a post thanked their supporters for five to Michael Barry.” the restaurant beginning July 11, remodel it early August.” years of ups and downs. Barry and his wife Barbie have been run- and open it with a new concept: Virgin Fire For Howard and Fritts, be sure to stop “Thank you all for your support and your ning Sun Dog Cafe at Mongoose Junction Bar & Grill, in October.” Zero Sushi at The Marketplace to see what friendship,” according to the post. “We look — just a few steps away from the entrance Barry chose the new name to reflect the those two creative minds come up with forward to serving you in our new location. to what was La Plancha — since 1994. Bar- new restaurant’s focus on Caribbean spices next.

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By Jaime Elliott St. John Tradewinds WR-Spa Services DN 8.20.2012.indd 1 8/16/12 6:13 PM North Shore neighbors and St. JUST PLASTICS John residents were worried about is now open on St. John a new construction site rising on in the Lumber Yard an undisturbed knoll high above St. John Tradewinds News Photo (beside the VI Lottery) Hawksnest and Oppenheimer “Our Specialty is... Your Savings!” We carry a wide range of Pressure Beach even before contractors Residents are worried that a new construction site on Just Plastics Tanks, Pumps & Water Heaters, reportedly removed century-old North Shore Road, above, could cause serious damage to Monday-Friday Fittings & Plumbing supplies trees on V.I. National Park land. sensitive V.I. National Park resources. 8 am - 5 pm The construction site is accessed Saturday & Sunday by an old road in Estate Susanna- 8 am - Noon 340-774-7867 berg that begins near Cheyenne’s in an article on www.hamtons- road and lowered it and changed Heavy Equipment on Centerline magazine.com. the direction of water flow.” Road and ends near Peace Hill on While the home will undoubt- “There has been an enormous North Shore Road. After years of edly be designed to exacting stan- amount of loose dirt and mud sit- no use, the road was reopened by dards, what has neighbors and ting up there for a long time, and Department of Public Works with residents worried is the impact on all of that is just waiting for one little fanfare and no public an- its surrounding environment. of our big rain storms to come and nouncement several months ago. The home site is surrounded on wash right into pristine Hawksnest The construction site is located three sides by untouched VINP Bay and Denis Bay, not to mention Canines, Cats & Critters on about an acre of land in Estate land and is located on a steep slope Gibney and Oppenheimer beach- Our new location is 2.5 miles out of Cruz Bay on Centerline Road (next to Moses’ Laundromat) Denis Bay, on Denis Bay Parcel above pristine Hawksnest, Oppen- es,” said Muilenburg. 2-A and Parcel 2-B. The owner of heimer and Denis Bay beaches. Even if contractors made every the project has been identified as From the beginning stages of effort possible, construction seems interior designer to the stars, ar- earthwork to actually changing the likely to impact the area. And sev- We have chitect Anthony Ingrao, who owns grading of the access road, the new eral environmental impacts have Ingrao Inc. with partner Randy construction has posed serious en- already been reported. vironmental threats, according to “Several of their gabion baskets fish Kemper. The two have designed homes, garden spaces and more for St. John attorney Raf Muilenburg already collapsed and sent yards of the likes of Goldie Hawn, Howard who is familiar with the site. dirt down the hill,” said Muilen- Stern, Donny Deutsch and Kim “They’ve done a massive burg. “If more of that were to hap- Cattrall and are based on the Up- amount of earth work at the site,” pen, it would be enough to really per East Side of Manhattan. said Muilenburg. “They haven’t damage the bays below. They were “Not all our clients are billion- just opened the road and made it supposed to be paving it all by ear- boarding grooming pet supplies aires; the other half are just normal smooth, they’ve widened it enor- ly April and now they say they’re tel: 693-7780 l email: [email protected] millionaires,” Ingrao was quoted mously. They’ve also graded the Continued on Page 18

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EARTH Program Receives USDA Speciality Crop Grant for Its Gardening Workshop By Jaime Elliott St. John Tradewinds Education And Resiliency Through Horticulture Gifft Hill School will offer a EARTH Service gardening workshop this spring New Accounts thanks to a U.S. Department of Agriculture Speciality Crop grant. System Upgrades GHS, in conjunction with Iowa FCC Licensed State University, launched its Edu- cation and Resiliency Through Commercial Horticulture program three years Installations ago and since then the school has expanded its garden and interdis- Villas ciplinary horticulture-based edu- Home Entertainment cation. Systems Numerous interns from Iowa State and along with EARTH co- 340 779 4001 ordinator Sarah Haynes have en- sured the success of GHS’ EARTH program, hosting farm to table din- ners, field trips and more. With the recently announced Poisoning emergency? Don’t $3,000 USDA Speciality Crop Final Projects and Farewells... grant, the program will kick off a As the first “summer-mester” students Khyle and Brett have set the bar GHS and Community Garden Net- high! They have been the first interns to be here for mango season and search the Internet. Call your work, Haynes explained. carnival but haven’t let their focus drift from improving the school. From bringing new lesson plan ideas to ingenuous design plans they have always Poison Center for the right “We are set to receive just under put in 100%. We hope that they will take away some important lessons $3,000 for the administration of a and memories from their time in St. John. Their final projects include School and Community Garden building a chicken tractor composting system, installing waste water irrigation system and designing a visually appealing patio grow space. answer the first time. Network to include the conducting FREE EXPERT ADVICE IN AN EMERGENCY of a hands-on gardening workshop July 1st, 2013 in Spring of 2013,” said Haynes. 24 HOURS A DAY “The goal of this workshop will be to expose teachers and community St. John Tradewinds News Graphic For easy access, call for your advocates to the tool-sets needed EARTH coordinator Sarah Haynes keeps supporters free magnet or sticker, and in order to grow their own food.” program the toll-free number “When the individuals take this updated on the GHS program with weekly newletters, Florida/USVI Poison Information Center above. Service -­‐ New into Accounts your -­‐ System phone. Upgrades knowledge back to their schools Commercial Installations -­‐ Villas -­‐ Home Entertainment and communities, it will directly increase the appeal of fresh fruits FCC Licensed and vegetables to the student pop- cultivation and most importantly Elementary, Julius E. Sprauve El- 340 779 4001 ulations of the Virgin Islands by access to fresh, local food,” said ementary and Joseph Sibilly El- [email protected] increasing knowledge and access Haynes. “This type of education- ementary.” of these specialty crops that grow based exposure to gardening in the “Several private schools have a well in the Virgin Islands,” Haynes classroom also shows an increase handful of school gardens as well, said. on life skills such as teamwork, including one at the upper campus There is a growing movement to problem solving and communica- of the Montessori School and a increase horticulture and agricul- tion.” banana grove at Antilles School,” ture education across the territory. While several public and pri- said Haynes. Governor John deJongh signed the vate schools do actively cultivate Community and school gardens “Agriculture in the Classrooms” gardens, there is much room to are vital to the health of the next bill in 2012, which was passed by expand horticulture in schools and generation and elementary school the 29th Legislature. communities, Haynes explained. is the perfect time to learn the Yelena Rogers Photography GHS supports that initiative and “Of the 38 public schools in skills needed, Haynes added. is excited to offer working knowl- the territory, the EARTH Program “The need and motivation for PO Box 554, St. John, VI 00831 edge for cultivating food. estimates there are approximately school and community gardens in “We believe the opportunity to 10 to 12 school gardens that are the Virgin Islands is at a tipping 340-774-4027 603-401-4757 grow crops within the school or actively growing plants in coordi- point,” she said. “Increased access community setting will offer stu- nation with classroom activities,” to and understanding of the impor- dents exposure to diverse fruits and she said. “Some of these schools tance of fruits and vegetables in a vegetables that grow well in our include Gladys A. Abraham Ele- healthy diet are the key to healthy climate, a chance to feel owner- mentary, Jane E. Tuitt Elementary, children and next generation of www.facebook.com/yelena.rogers.photography ship and accomplishment for their Cancryn Junior High, Lockhart Continued on Page 16 St. John Tradewinds, July 8-14, 2013 9 Funds Needed To Improve Winston Wells Ball Field

By Jaime Elliott to improve the surface of the field St. John Tradewinds primarily using compost. It’s no secret that the condition “The surface [of the Winston of the island’s sole athletic field, Wells ball field] is as hard as con- the Winston Wells ball field located crete, littered with rusty bottle behind Julius E. Sprauve School in caps, nails, broken glass and es- Cruz Bay, is far from ideal. sentially no grass growing,” ac- With dirt packed so hard inju- cording to Charlie Palminteri’s ries are known to occur from falls proposal. “There are also two and cleats often get stuck, the field pieces of actual concrete one and actually poses a danger to the one-and-one-half feet in diameter sports teams which use it and even in the playing field area. Too many prohibits its use by other teams. children and adults are injured un- A new plan, spearheaded by necessarily on this field.” a fifth grade St. John student and “My science fair project includ- originally used as a fourth grade ed test planters to make sure this science fair project, offers a well would work; it does,” according conceived and realistic fix for the to the proposal “Ideas were devel- field. oped by consulting with Dr. David Ten-year-old Gifft Hill School Minner, Iowa State University turf student Charlie Palminteri has field expert; he resurfaced Yankee St. John Tradewinds News Photo File been playing flag football and Stadium.” other sports on the field for years. Charlie Palminteri’s plan calls While Winston Wells ball field can host baseball and softball games, soccer and tackle Last year for his GHS science fair for tilling one inch of the surface football are not allowed on the hard surface. project, Palminteri created a plan Continued on Page 16

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Allegra Muilenburg Sh’Nyah Bacon Emily Wild Missy Muilenburg Nadia Leoni (Platinum Level) (Gold Level) (Silver Level) (Silver Level) (Silver Level)

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St. John Tradewinds and Nadia Leoni won Silver Level. Aaliyah St. John School of the Arts hosted auditions Lord won Bronze Level. on Saturday, June 15, for Sis Frank Perfor- All seven of these students are committed to mance/Merit Scholarships. their chosen art form and have exceptional tal- Congratulations to Allegra Muilenburg who ent. John Ovcina, above. won Platinum Level and Sh’Nyah Bacon, who Their scholarships will go toward SJSA tu- (Silver Level) won Gold Level. ition for the upcoming 2013/14 school year. Aaliyah Lord, left. John Ovcina, Emily Wild, Missy Muilenburg Congratulations! (Bronze Level)

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Aisia Crooke Is 2013 Rotary Club 4th5th Annual 4th5th Annual of St. John Scholarship Awardee

St. John Tradewinds riah Scheer along with Ivanna Eudora Kean High Rotary Club of St. John members announced School graduates Aisia Crooke, Kiarah Penn and Monday October 14, 2013 last week that the 2013 St. John Rotary Scholar- Jovannie Althenase. ship has been awarded to Ivanna Eudora Kean Crooke graduated with high honors in her se- High School graduate Aisia Crooke. nior class at IEKHS and has been accepted to at- St. John Rotary Club Scholarship Committee tend the University of San Francisco to pursue a Thanks to these early sponsors! members had a difficult time this year selecting degree in economics. one recipient from the talented pool of applicants, Upon graduation, Crooke plans to pursue a explained member William Willegerod. Master’s degree prior to a Doctorate degree and “This year’s applicants for the St. John Rotary eventually return home to the Virgin Islands to Scholarship were all outstanding,” said Willegerod. give back to the community. “It was a challenge for the scholarship committee “We congratulate Aisia for all her achievements to select a winner from this talented group of St in life and wish her the best in his pursuit of a John graduating seniors.” higher education,” said Willegerod. St. John graduating seniors who qualified as fi- The Rotary Club of St. John Scholarship is a nalists for the scholarship were Gifft Hill School one time $5,000 award. graduates Careem Albert, Kwasi Browne and Ma- Congratulations Aisia!

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Entertaining at home will be a joy in the cozy living room, at left, and updated kitchen with banquette seating seven, above.

The resort boasts a lush garden complete with high ceilings, tile setting and is directly on the water, floors and tropical furnishings. with amenities including a refresh- While the numerous dining op- ing pool, a hot tub, a large sun deck tions in Cruz Bay are only a short and a small, private beach which walk away, cooking in at Blue offers access to fantastic snorkel- Orchid will be its own treat. The ing. open-plan chef’s kitchen boasts Blue Orchid is nestled on the stainless steel appliances, Brazil- very point of the peninsula at Gal- ian blue granite countertops and lows Point in Building 15. The updated cabinets. A large ban- ground level, corner unit offers quette found just off the kitchen uninterrupted water views and is can seat seven for dinner parties of only a few steps from the pool and unsurpassed elegance. water’s edge gazebo. At Blue Orchid you’re never Open the unit’s oversized dou- far from those sea views. French ble doors and walk out onto your doors in the master bedroom can Enjoy Uninterrupted Water Views private verandah with command- be opened to bring in those wa- ing views of the turquoise water ter views and the sound of surf or from Blue Orchid at Gallows Point Resort just out of reach. closed for private mornings spent With an outstanding location sleeping late. from which to enjoy all that Gal- The white marble master bath- By Jaime Elliott Blue Orchid, a one bedroom, ney. “You can enjoy both sunrises lows Point offers, Blue Orchid was room, with double sinks and St. John Tradewinds one bathroom, condo at Gallows and sunsets from Blue Orchid.” also recently renovated, Carney vanities, will make you feel trans- Located a short stroll from the Point Resort, is for sale $995,000, A few minutes’ walk to the explained. ported to a heavenly spa with an Cruz Bay dock, and nestled direct- explained Islandia Real Estate dining and nightlife of Cruz Bay, “The quality of the finishes and oversized glass enclosed shower ly on the water, Blue Orchid offers sales associate Karye Carney. Gallows Point Resort is a small, furnishings at Blue Orchid are and high end finishes. 260-degree water views encom- “What really sets this unit apart individually owned condo com- stunning,” she said. For more information on Blue passing both tropical sunrises and from any other at Gallows Point is plex located on a private peninsula Soak up those mesmerizing Orchid call Carney at (340) 513- romantic sunsets. its waterfront location,” said Car- right off the main port of St. John. views from the elegant great room, 1960. 14 St. John Tradewinds, July 8-14, 2013

Letters To St. John Tradewinds

Fruits of Labor There was a time when we had chores, now we imal work and behavior. raise kids to feel entitled. There was a time being caught drunk brought There was a time, TV turned off at twelve, now TV shame, now we laugh as someone stumbles and falls. and internet are on twenty-four, seven. There was a time marriages lasted for decades, There was a time elections meant change for the now it’s “I do” today “I don’t” tomorrow. future, now it’s filled with rigging, lawsuits and de- Next Deadline: spair. I could go on about the differences of yesteryear th There was a time when children were home at and today, but you get the message. Our choices of friday, july 12 night, now they are walking the streets at all hours. the past are having disastrous effects on our society. There was a time the power was with parents, now Yet we continue to think that things will get better, kids can call the police and dad gets locked up. like switching the channels on TV, hoping that this There was a time God chose what sex you were, new thing will bring us satisfaction. now folks decide which they would rather be. Remember people, if you want a tidy house, you There was a time pleaded guilty when caught, now must clean it. If you want healthy foods, you must not guilty is the first step to plea bargaining. cook them and if you want a successful life, you must There was a time teachers had control of the class- live it. 2012 2013-To-Date rooms, now students expect to be promoted with min- Emmanuel Prince Homicides: 1 Homicides: 0

Shootings: 1 Shootings: 0

Stabbings: 0 Stabbings: 0 Chem Trails in Caribbean

Armed Robberies: 1 Armed Robberies: 0 Look up in the sky...it’s a bird?...It’s a plane?... It’s?...Its? Arsons: 0 Arsons: 0 It is a plane, and it’s spraying the population with chemicals. The first time that I saw a chemtrail in the 1st Degree Burglaries: 3 1st Degree Burglaries: 1 Caribbean was a couple of weeks before the 7.0 Haiti 2nd Degree Burglaries: 3 2nd Degree Burglaries: 0 earth quake in 2010. This photo was taken on Tuesday, July 3, 2013, at 3rd Degree Burglaries: 40 3rd Degree Burglaries: 13 Maho Bay, St. John, VI. This spraying has been in- Grand Larcenies: 72 Grand Larcenies: 40 creasing over the past few weeks. Get informed: On Sunday, August 25, 2013, is a St. John Tradewinds News Photo Rapes: 1 Rapes: 1 Global March to stop geo-engineering and chemtrails. Anyone interested in this event please contact me at Some people, including the letter [email protected] writer, claim contrails like the one seen at Crossword Answers — Puzzle on Page 20 Put your iPhones down and look up people! This Maho Bay recently, above, are actually is serious! chemtrails, although there is no science to Raymond Garrigues back up this claim.

True Love True love means believing in yourself even when others don’t continuing to be faithful despite temptations cares for a loved one during times of illness forgives oneself and others demonstrates kindness to strangers thinks before speaking gives without getting picks up the fallen sets boundaries disciplines appropriately appreciates the smallest blessings takes care of their own makes the hard decisions lets go when you’ve done your best knows that God will take care of the rest. One heart, mind, people, Emmanuel Prince St. John Tradewinds, July 8-14, 2013 15

Letters To St. John Tradewinds

Volunteers Make Children’s Carnival Village Successful Once again, the St. John Community has risen to This drug and alcohol free environment is spon- the occasion! sored by the St. John Rotary Club and many of our This year’s Children’s Carnival Village was a huge volunteers were Rotarians; but the majority were St. success, but only because of the dozens of volun- John residents who care about what our kids experi- teers who came out each night to set up and man the ence. games. These folks worked their hearts out to make sure There is no way to individually recognize these each and every child had a good time and went away volunteers, but we do want to thank Livy Hitchcock smiling. who provided artists (we’ve never had so many fabu- Thank you all! lously painted faces before), Adonis Morton who got Joan Bermingham everyone toe-tapping with his music and St. John Ac- B. J. Harris commodations Council members for their generosity. St. John Rotary Club

Obituary

St. John Boat Captain, John Stewart, 62, Dies

St. John Tradewinds John R. Stewart, 62, of South Bristol, Maine, and Coral Bay, St. John, USVI, passed away Saturday, June 30, just seven weeks after his pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Despite the terrible odds, John met the challenge with all the fortitude and preparation that one would expect from a boat captain, and with the frankness, work ethic and good humor his friends and family Island Green Building Association knew and loved. John’s life started inland, in Rochester, New Hampshire, but soon moved to York, Maine, where he fell in love with the ocean and a blonde, blue-eyed beauty two years his senior, when he was just 15. Marcia was instantly charmed by his smile and his infectious verve for life — not to mention his gifted guitar playing. After John graduated Phi Beta Kappa from UNH with a degree in biological sciences, and Marcia at- tained her art degree from Syracuse University, they married and made their living in a variety of creative ways; choosing to raise their family in South Bris- John Stewart tol so John could study at the Darling Marine Cen- ter. Their lives were rich and full of music, boating, Island, sailing with his wife, and enjoying and explor- laughter and good friends, with John always dream- ing the wonders of the natural world. ing of what could be next. John’s memory will be treasured by his wife, Mar- His career path was winding, opportunistic and cia; daughter, Erica; son, Sam; mother, Helen; sister, ambitious, including marine biologist, commercial Judith; son-in-law, Lance; daughter-in-law, Amanda; SCUBA diver, oyster farmer, seafood processor, three grandsons; and their many loving family and garden center and greenhouse (Holly Hill) owner, friends. He was predeceased by his father, Don. flower shop (Cottage Gardens) owner, horticulturist, Memories can be shared at www.islandrootsusvi. arborist, stone mason and landscaper — with Marcia com/captainjohn, and donations may be made in his his partner in life and business at every step of the name to the Coral Bay Community Council or the way. John’s most cherished occupation came in re- Maine Coast Heritage Trust. cent years when he became a charter boat captain in A small gathering will be held on Louds Island, the Virgin Islands, taking passengers out in his vessel, followed by a celebration of his life on August 3 in Island Roots, for snorkeling and sightseeing. His dry Maine, and in St. John at a later date. Arrangements wit, easy smile and expertise made him a natural. are under the direction and care of the Strong-Han- His favorite things were working alongside his cock Funeral Home, 612 Main Street, Damariscotta, family on the homes they built in St. John and Louds Maine. 16 St. John Tradewinds, July 8-14, 2013

Church Directory Funds Needed To Improve Winston Wells Ball Field Continued from Page 9 ing resurfacing, seeding, fertilizing and installing an of the field, mixing that with equal parts topsoil and irrigation system — will cost $40,000. compost to a depth of two inches and seeding. The St. John Community Foundation, a 501c3 organi- Baha’i Community of St. John next step is watering and fertilizing the field for two zation, is accepting donations for the project and will For Devotions and Study Circles, call 714-1641 to three months, when it will be ready for athletics. write checks directly to contractors and suppliers, ex- 7:30 p.m. Fridays; Study Circles 9 a.m. Sundays The proposal also outlines where to obtain the plained Laura Palminteri. 776-6316, 776-6254 materials, showing Charlie Palminteri has done his “We want to be able to adequately maintain this Bethany Moravian Church homework. Compost will be donated by Carolina field once this work is done,” she said. “Although the Divine Worship 10 a.m., except second Sundays start at 9 a.m., 776-6291 Corral and Caneel Bay Resort, most of the topsoil will Fire Department has agreed to water the field, install- be donated by St. John contractor Jonathon Doran and ing an irrigation system will be much more reliable Calvary Baptist Church Canines, Cats and Critters has agreed to donate seed and efficient. This will greatly improve the quality of 13 ABC Coral Bay, 776-6304 Sunday School 10 a.m., and fertilizer. the turf and make sure it is easy to maintain as a safe, Sunday evening 6 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m. While the Fire Department has agreed to water the softer surface for years to come.” field, Charlie Palminteri’s plan outlines the best way “This is a major expense, between $10,000 and Christian Ministry to make the most use of that water. $15,000 depending on difficulty of trenching it in,” Cinnamon Bay Beach Inter-Denominational, Sunday 8:30 a.m. “The installation of a trenched irrigation system Laura Palminteri said. will greatly improve the long term success and main- The plan also has a tight window for success. Christian Science Society tenance of the field,” according to the proposal. “As With St. John Festival festivities now over, there 10:45 a.m. Sunday- Marketplace many know, water is a valuable resource on St. John are no sport events scheduled to use the field until Wednesday Testimonials 7:45 p.m. on last Wed. of Month and water conservation is important. The location of Using Sport for Social Change’s annual Just Play Day the field adjacent to the fire station makes a reliable on October 14. The Church of Jesus Christ water source available.” “Sports, Parks and Recreation and Sprauve School of Latter-day Saints “The Virgin Islands Fire Service has approved the are committed to no use of the field from immediately Sun. 9 a.m., on St. Thomas . 776-2379 Sun., 5 p.m., STJ, Lumberyard use of their water source for this project,” according after Carnival (July 210) until October,” according to to the proposal. “Since this field is also used for Car- Charlie Palminteri’s proposal. “This is adequate time Cruz Bay Baptist Church nival concerts and several other major events (Love for a solid base to be grown.” Sunday 11 a.m., 6 p.m. 776-6315 City Live, Relay for Life) this system must be in- “The overall budget is $40,000 and we are in a race Emmaus Moravian Church stalled underground via trenching. Installation of an to raise these funds as we do not want to miss this Coral Bay, Sun. 9 a.m. 776-6713 irrigation system is the major expense of this project; window of opportunity,” said Laura Palminteri. “The however, it is critical to make sure the field gets ad- school uses this field daily and will only allow this Jehovah’s Witness equate moisture for continued growth of the grass.” project over the summer.” 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 7 p.m. Saturdays (Español), 10 a.m. Sundays, After the field is in place, Steve Tilas has agreed to Donations for the Winston Wells ball field improve- 340-715-053 use an available mower from Department of Sports, ment plan can be made through the St. John Commu- Parks and Recreation, to maintain it, according to Pal- nity Foundation. The 501c3 organization will accept Missionary Baptist Church minteri’s proposal. checks — write “ballfield project” in the memo line 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services, 10:45 Worship, Tuesday 7 p.m. Bible Study 693-8884 While the plan is now supported by the Depart- — for the project which will go to pay suppliers and ment of Sports, Parks and Recreation and the St. John contractors. Nazareth Lutheran Church Community Foundation, Palminteri needs the com- “Let’s all work together to improve the safety and Sunday 9 a.m., Sunday School 8 a.m. munity’s help. sports experience for our youth,” according to Char- 776-6731 Palminteri and his supporters, which include his lie Palminteri’s proposal. “Any and all donations are Our Lady of Mount Carmel mother, Canines, Cats and Critters owner Dr. Laura greatly appreciated.” Saturdays 6 p.m.; Sundays 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Palminteri, estimate that the overall project — includ- For more information email [email protected]. Tuesdays and Fridays at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 a.m. 776-6339

St. John Methodist Church EARTH Program Receives USDA Speciality Crop Grant Sunday 10 a.m, 693-8830 Continued from Page 8 the territory which will ensure the expansion of horti- Seventh Day Adventist Virgin Islanders. Elementary and middle school edu- culture-based education, Haynes explained. Saturdays, 779-4477 cation is the ideal time to not only introduce the con- “We hope this initial grant will kick start the per- cept of fresh and local food but is also the best time petual existence of a gardening network that can grow St. John Pentecostal Church to empower the students to participate in the growing and evolve as the needs of the participatory gardens Sunday 11:05 a.m., 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays Prayer 7:30 p.m., of their own food.” grow,” she said. Thursdays Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Besides just hosting the workshop, EARTH offi- For more information or to volunteer, contact 779-1230 cials envision a gardening network developing across Haynes at [email protected].

St. Ursula’s Episcopal Church Sunday Church Service, 9 a.m. Bible Class on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. 777-6306

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday, 776-6332

Word of Faith Church Word of Faith International Christian Center, Sundays 7:30 a.m. Gifft Hill School 774-8617 St. John Tradewinds, July 8-14, 2013 17

St. John Tradewinds News Photos by Yelena Rogers Photography Festival Fireworks Light Up Sky Over Cruz Bay Harbor

A carinval of colors lit up the skies above Cruz Bay habor on Thursday night, July 4, as St. John wrapped up another successful Festival. 18 St. John Tradewinds, July 8-14, 2013

St. John Tradewinds Business Directory

Accommodations Landscaping Caribbean Villas & Resorts Alfredo’s Landscaping tel. 1-800-338-0987 tel. 774-1655 cell 513-2971 or locally 340-776-6152 P.O. Box 91, St. John, VI 00831

Island Getaways Coral Bay Garden Center 888-693-7676, tel. 693-5579 fax 714-5628 islandgetawaysinc.com P.O. Box 1228, STJ, VI 00831 [email protected]

Sunset Ridge Villas Real Estate Interval Ownership or Rentals Debbie Hayes, GRI www.sunsetridgevillas.com tel. 714-5808 or 340-642-5995 Sales: [email protected] [email protected] www.stjohnvirealestate.com Suite St. John Villas/Condos tel. 1-800-348-8444 Holiday Homes of St. John or locally at 340-779-4486 tel. 776-6776 fax 693-8665 P.O. Box 40, STJ, VI 00831 [email protected] St. John Tradewinds News Photo A/C & Refrigeration Dr. Cool | St. John 693-9071 Islandia Real Estate Gabion baskets have given way on the road to the new construction site, reportedly A/C Refrigeration and Appliances tel. 776-6666 fax 693-8499 Mitsubishi A/C Diamond Dealer P.O. Box 56, STJ, VI 00831 prompting a change to the use of concrete walls instead. Sub-Zero, Wolf, Bosch, Viking [email protected] New Construction Threatens Pristine Beaches and Sensitive Bay Architecture Restaurants Crane, Robert - Architect, AIA Fish Trap Restaurant Continued from Page 7 tel. 776-6356 and Seafood Market at least several months away from P.O. Box 370, STJ, VI 00831 tel. 693-9994, Closed Mondays that still due to the problems with La Tapa Restaurant the baskets.” Banking tel. 693-7755 Construction at the site has also Firstbank Open 7 Days a Week Located in downtown Cruz Bay already encroached on VINP land 340-776-6881 Skinny Legs and resources, Muilenburg said. “A Pretty OK Place” “The park tells us they’ve al- Scotiabank tel. 340-779-4982 #1 Mortgage Lender in the VI www.skinnylegs.com ready encroached on park land in The Marketplace (340) 776-6552 several areas, including with their Services gabion baskets,” Muilenburg said. Green Building C4th Custom Embroidery “And when we had a moderate Island Green Building Association tel. 779-4047 rain recently, enough water got be- check www.igbavi.org for Seminar Located in Coral Bay tween the dirt road and the loose Series info and ReSource Depot inventory Island Solar fill in the gabion basket that the "Off the Grid Living for 10 Years" whole thing collapsed down into Insurance tel. 340-642-0531 park land — apparently due to PGU Insuracne lack of engineering.” Located at The Marketplace Wedding Services VINP officials issued fines St. John Tradewinds News Photo 776-6403; [email protected] Weddings by Katilday and cited the developers for the www.stjohnweddingplanner.com Theodore Tunick & Company www.katilady.com instance, explained Muilenburg, Excavation work at the Estate Denis Bay site has been Phone 775-7001 / Fax 775-7002 340-693-8500 - Consulting, Travel who added that workers continue extensive and included lowering and expanding the access www.theodoretunick.com Coordination, Accommodations to fix the gabion basket collapse. road. “They say they’re in the process Jewelry of fixing the basket collapse and R&I Patton goldsmithing they’re going to do a concrete wall Located in Mongoose Junction 776-6548 or (800) 626-3445 instead,” said the St. John attorney. they’ve also cut into the ridge ing over sensitive VINP beaches [email protected] “But that is going to take months line behind the home — which is below, is not part of Department of apparently, and in the meantime VINP land — apparently to cut off Planning and Natural Resource’s that could mean a terrible amount enough of it to open the view to the Tier 1, meaning plans were not of runoff right into Denis Bay.” west, ” said Muilenburg. “They did scrutinized by the St. John Coastal The most shocking incident at that with no authorization what- Zone Management Committee. the Denis Bay construction site, soever, and in doing so they also There has been virtually no however, came about reportedly cut down a great deal of tall trees public input on this project and because Ingrao and Kemper want- which were 100-plus years old on no information on the plans have ed to expand their commanding park land and on neighbors’ land.” been shared at a public forum by view. The site, while located adjacent DPNR, DPW or any other govern- “From the survey we’ve seen, to pristine VINP land and tower- ment agency. St. John Tradewinds, July 8-14, 2013 19

Crime Stoppers U.S.V.I. St. John Tradewinds Em e r g e n c y Nu m b e r s : The V.I. Police Depart- ment needs your help to Land Line: 911 / Cellular: 340-776-9110 / Police Dept: 340-693-8880 / Fire Station: 340-776-6333 solve the following crimes. If you know something, say Friday, June 21 12:49 a.m. - A citizen c/requesting police moved several items. Burglary in the third. something, as law enforce- 12:16 p.m. - A citizen c/r an auto collision assistance with getting an elderly woman Monday, July 1 ment cannot control crime in the area of Wharfside Village. Auto col- into her residence. Police assistance. 9:37 a.m. - The manager of Miss Lucy’s without your help. Even the lision. 11:14 a.m. - A citizen c/r hearing two Restaurant c/r a burglary. Burglary in the smallest bit of information Saturday, June 22 people scream for help in the water. Police third. may be just what is needed 1:09 a.m. - A citizen c/r that he was as- assistance. Tuesday, July 2 to identify these criminals. saulted in the area of Cruz Bay. Assault in 3:38 p.m. - A citizen c/r an auto collision 11:54 a.m. - A citizen c/r a disturbance at St. John the third. in the area of Dolphin Market in Cruz Bay. the Westin Resort and Villas. Simple assault. On Sunday, June 23, at 10:59 a.m. - A Great Cruz Bay resident r/ Auto collision. 12:28 p.m. - A citizen c/r a disturbance about 11:30 a.m., a man that her residence was broken into Burglary Wednesday, June 26 with a male. Police assistance. parked his black, soft top in the third. 3:30 p.m. - A Gifft Hill resident p/r that he 3:10 p.m. - A citizen p/r that someone Jeep Wrangler in the area 1:12 p.m. - A V.I. National Park ranger c/ was involved in a disturbance with his wife. broke into her vehicle parked in the area of of Julius E. Sprauve School. requesting police assistance with a distur- Disturbance of the peace, D.V. Wharfside Village and stole money and cred- When he returned at about bance at Maho Bay. Police assistance. No time given - A Cactus Hill resident c/r it cards. Grand larceny. 3:15 p.m., he discovered 3:55 p.m. - An Estate Carolina resident p/r someone playing loud music. Disturbance of 4:29 p.m. - A citizen c/r damage to a ve- that someone had broken that someone removed a box from his truck the peace. hicle. Accidental damage to a vehicle. into the Jeep and stolen his containing his personal ID. Petit larceny. Thursday, June 27 6:30 p.m. - An Estate Carolina resident c/r black backpack that con- 8:43 p.m. - Badge #1022 p/ at Leander Ju- 9:45 a.m. - A visitor from Florida p/r that a disturbance. Disturbance of the peace. tained $350 in cash, a black rgen Command with one Tesroy Phillips Jr. $3,000 to $5,000 was missing from her VISA 7:17 p.m. - The manager of Dolphin Mar- iPhone 3, and several credit of St. Thomas under arrest and charged with debit card. Credit card fraud. ket c/r a grand larceny. Grand larceny. cards and IDs. Help identify disturbance of the peace, fighting and simple 12:09 p.m. - Badge #1175 p/ at Leander Wednesday, July 3 the thief. assault. Bail was set at $1,000 by order of Jurgen Command with one Trevor Warner 12:24 a.m. - A Coral Bay resident p/r that St. Thomas the court. He was transported to the Richard of Estate Enighed under arrest and charged his ex girlfriend came to his job and harassed On Thursday, June 6, at Callwood Station for processing and was re- with vagrancy and possession with intent to and disturbed him. Disturbance of the pace, about 7 p.m., two men were manded to the Bureau of Corrections. distribute. Bail was set at $10,500 by order D.V. driving in the area of Four 9:06 p.m. - The manager of Castaways c/ of the court. He was transported to the Rich- 1:24 a.m. - An Estate Pastory resident c/r a Winds Plaza when several requesting police assistance to remove an in- ard Callwood Station for processing and re- disturbance caused by his minor son. Distur- shots were fired at them. dividual. Police assistance. manded to the Bureau of Corrections. bance of the peace, D.V. Both men sustained several 11:00 p..m. - A citizen c/r a disturbance 2:45 p.m. - Offc. Mills p/r that he was in- 5:30 p.m. - Badge #175 p/ at Leander Ju- gunshot wounds. Help put in the area of Cruz Bay dock. Police assis- jured while on duty. Accidental injury. rgen Command with one Jamal Lindsay of an end to this indiscriminate tance. 3:35 p.m. - A Bellevue Village resident The Settlement, Anegada under arrest on a shooting wave by telling us Sunday, June 23 c/r that some kids were playing paintball and warrant issued by the state of Florida. what you may know about 12:20 a.m. - A citizen c/requesting police paint was getting on her vehicle. Disturbance Thursday, July 4 the shooters. assistance with an intoxicated male in the of the peace. 3:58 a.m. - An Estate Contant resident p/r St. Croix area of Cruz Bay dock. Police assistance. 7:39 p.m. - A Bellevue Village resident p/r that he was assaulted in the area of Cruz Bay. On Saturday, June 15, at 3:53 a.m. - A citizen c/r an assault in the that someone struck her parked vehicle. Hit Simple assault. about 2:20 p.m. on the main area of Cruz Bay. Assault in the third. and run. 2:17 p.m. - An Estate Pastory resident p/r road in the Williams De- 3:12 p.m. - A Boatman Road resident r/ Friday, June 28 that her minor daughter was being touched light housing community, that someone removed his backpack from his 2:49 p.m. - A citizen p/r being involved in sexually by her ex boyfriend. Unlawful sex- 21-year-old Jose Bess was vehicle. Grand larceny. an auto collision near the U.S. Post Office in ual contact, first. fatally shot at a time of day 6:45 p.m. - A citizen c/r some males smok- Cruz Bay. Auto collision. 3:30 p.m. - A citizen c/r a woman unre- when a considerable level ing in the area of VINP. Suspicious activity. 4:57 p.m. - A citizen c/r that males were sponsive and laying on the ground in the area of activity was taking place. 8:04 p.m. - A citizen c/r a disturbance at the selling drugs in the area of Wharfside Vil- of Cruz Bay. Police assistance. Someone saw something, Cruz Bay dock. Disturbance of the peace. lage. Suspicious activity. 5:23 p.m. - A citizen p/r that her purse was heard something, or knows 9:50 p.m. - A citizen r/ that she was as- 7:52 p.m. - A citizen c/r a theft in the area stolen. Grand larceny. something. Please tell us saulted by two females. Simple assault. of Department of Tourism Office in Cruz 6:53 p.m. - A citizen c/r some people so law enforcement can Monday, June 24 Bay. Grand larceny. smoking marijuana on the beach in Cruz find the person or persons 8:43 a.m. - An Estate Enighed resident c/r Sunday, June 30 Bay. Police assistance. responsible for this young a D.O.A. D.O.A. 1:59 a.m. - A minor c/r that he was as- 10:30 p.m. - A citizen r/ that a minor stole man’s death. 12:40 p.m. - An Estate Pastory resident p/r saulted and robbed in the area of Cruz Bay. his iPhone in the area of Wharfside Village. Submit your information that a male threatened to shoot him. Distur- Assault in the third. Grand larceny. on these or any other crimes bance of the peace. 6:27 p.m. - A citizen c/r an altercation at Friday, July 5 at www.CrimeStoppersUS- 8:41 p.m. - A citizen c/r a disturbance. Oppenheimer Beach. Police assistance. 1:20 a.m. - Badge #1043 p/ at Leander Ju- VI.org or by calling 1-800- Suspicious activity. 10:52 p.m. - A Gifft Hill resident c/r that rgen Command with one Robert Woodbury 222-TIPS (8477). Tuesday, June 25 someone broke into his residence and re- under arrest and charged with grand larceny. 20 St. John Tradewinds, July 8-14, 2013

St. John Tradewinds welcomes notices of community-orient- ed, not-for-profit events for inclusion in this weekly listing. Call 776-6496, e-mail [email protected] or fax 693-8885.

Saturday, June 13-Sunday, July 14 — Due to inclement weather, the St. Thomas Relay for Life has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 13, to Sunday, July 14, according to the American Cancer Society. Tuesday, July 16 — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, in conjunction with the Island Green Building Association, will host a Green Construction Training seminar on Tuesday, July 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Ursula’s multipurpose center in Cruz Bay. Sunday, July 28 — The third annual St. John Chaotic Kayak Race to benefit Team River Runner’s Love City program is set for Sunday, July 28, at 12 p.m. at Oppenheimer Beach. Saturday, October 19 — “No Fleas, Please,” the St. John Animal Care Center’s annu- al flea market, will be Saturday, October 19, at the Winston Wells ball field from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Donated wares are now being accepted. Call the shelter at 774-1625 for information about pick- up of furniture and volunteering to help with setting up the fair.

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Public Notice For Rent For Rent/Space Available

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Files can be reviewed at DPNR’s St. John Office, Cruz Bay, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 • One bedroom, one bath, p.m., Monday through Friday except holidays. Coral Bay $1100

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Tradewinds News Photos by Yelena Rogers and Bill Stelzer A Cultural Scene for Festival 2013 Pan players, twirlers and feathers means it’s Festival time on St. John. A huge crowd packed the streets of Cruz Bay to take in the sights, sounds, costumes and talents on display during Festival Parade on Thursday, July 4.

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F E S T I V A L C O V E R A G E

St. John Tradewinds News Photos by Yelena Rogers and Bill Stelzer It’s Festival Time Baby! Brightly-colored costumes, quadrille dancing and mocko jumbies brought the St. John Festival Parade to life on Thursday, July 4, in Cruz Bay. See Pages 2-5, 17 and 23