Mayan Sun Found at Francis

Luxury Motor Yachts Anchor Officials Open Off Love City First Born Page 5 Learning No More Women’s Trail on STJ Health or Family Page 3 Planning Services Art and Jewelry at deCastro Clinic at Bajo el Sol Page 6 Bajo el Sol Gallery will host an opening reception on Friday, April 6, featuring Jewelry by Karen Calandra, above, and new paintings by Denise Wright, at right and Power Boat Sinks below. Off Steven’s Cay — See Story on Page 9 After Two-Vessel Collision in Pillsbury Sound Page 5 Mayan Sun Queen Elizabeth Plans Diamond Found at Jubilee Visit Francis Bay To St. John Page 2 Page 4 2 St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012

Mayan Sun at Francis Bay Accessible Trail Dept. of Labor Hosting Sessions for Recently Dismissed Government Employees St. John Tradewinds Department of Labor Commissioner Albert Bryan announced last week that the department has scheduled double sessions on St. Thomas and St. Croix for the temporary and permanent government employees who were recently dismissed. DOL’s Rapid Response teams have scheduled sessions to allow staff to provide one-on-one services and alleviate a trip to the department. The Rapid Response team consists of individuals from various government agencies who collaborate to provide neces- sary services to residents during this difficult time. Attendees will be provided information about unemployment insurance options; retraining and development of new skills; emergency assistance; housing assistance; resume preparation; child support; healthcare; COBRA; and veterans’ assistance. “The department is taking steps internally to ensure that employees have access to the services they need during this difficult time of transition,” said Bryan. “The department also urges job seekers of the territory to take advantage of the services offered by the department.” The scheduled sessions on St. Thomas will be on Tuesday, April 3, at Palms Court Harborview Hotel from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and again from 1 to 4 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring their picture ID, proof of citizen- ship, social security card and last two paycheck stubs. For additional information, please contact Jacqueline Blyden on St. Thom- as at 776-3700. Old Tyme Fish Fry at Miss Vie’s Campground on Saturday, March 31 St. John Tradewiinds News Photo by Mark Hardgrove The entire St. John community is invited to Miss Vie’s Camp- Someone put a few extra pieces of wood from the recently completed Francis Bay ground on the East End for an Old Tyme Fish Fry on Saturday, accessible trail to good use recently creating this 15-foot Mayan Sun right at the end March 31, from 1 to 8 p.m. of the wooden walkway. Stop by and enjoy traditional music, food and arts and crafts. "The beautiful new trail certainly inspired this amazing artwork," V.I. National Park The music will start at 5 p.m. Come experience some local hos- Superintendent Mark Hardgrove said when he spotted the creation last week. "It pitality. For more information call Karen Samuel at 514-8897. All looks like a Mayan Sun and it is exactly where I want to be on December 21." are welcome! KATS Fundraiser Set Aboard Roseway The historic Grand Banks schooner Roseway is coming to Coral Bay, St. John! Tradewinds Publishing llc Don’t miss the chance to sail on this 137-foot pilot boat built in The Community Newspaper Since 1972 1925, one of the last of her kind cruising the world’s oceans. Join the non-profit youth sailing organization St. John Kids And The Sea (KATS) on Saturday night, March 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 Editor/Publisher columnists NEWSLINE p.m. for a sunset sail aboard this registered U.S. National Historic MaLinda Nelson & Contributors Tel. (340) 776-6496 [email protected] Chuck Pishko, Yelena Rogers, Fax (340) 693-8885 Landmark. Departure will be from the KATS dinghy dock directly Tristan Ewald, Maggie Wessinger, www.tradewinds.vi behind Skinny Legs at 5 p.m. News Editor Andrew Rutnik, Craig Barshinger, [email protected] Tickets which include light refreshments, are available for $75 Jaime Elliott Bob Schlesinger, Jack Brown at Connections in Coral Bay and Cruz Bay. Don’t miss this amaz- [email protected] MAILING ADDRESS Subscriptions Tradewinds Publishing LLC ing opportunity and support youth sailing on St. John. The number Writers U.S. & U.S.V.I. only P.O. Box 1500 of passengers is limited, so don’t wait to buy those tickets! Andrea Milam, Mauri Elbel $85.00 per year St. John, VI 00831 For more information call Jennifer Robinson at 340-514-3718.

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CFVI president Dee Brown, center, looks on as HPR Assistant Director Stanely Smith and Joseph Paoli from the Westin Resort help St. John Methodist School pre-schoolers open the first St. John Born Learning Trail, above. Officials Open First Born Learning Trail on St. John

By Jaime Elliott Family Connection. “It’s about St. John Tradewinds getting kids ready for kindergarten On Tuesday morning, March “This facility is a jumping off point for many and having them reading by the 20, officials installed an exciting third grade.” INDEX new educational tool in Cruz Bay of our guests and is a great place for families The trail was designed for kids for parents with young children — to meet in the afternoons in a safe, outdoor en- in pre-K and even in early elemen- Business Directory ...... 18 and the project already received vironment. NPS places safety as a high priority tary grades, Hirsh added. Church Directory ...... 16 enthusiastic thumbs up from the “The idea is to get kids and par- and I want the community to know that is a safe Classified Ads ...... 21 first set of youngsters to use it. ents really interacting,” she said. Community Calendar ...... 20 Continuing a more than 40-year- place. The NPS is and always will be a partner The new St. John Born Learn- old partnership between the V.I. of this community.” ing Trail joins five trails already Crime Stoppers ...... 19 National Park and the Department – Mark Hardgrove, VINP Superintendent installed on St. Thomas and one Crossword Puzzle ...... 20 of Housing, Parks and Recre- on St. Croix. The project captures Letters ...... 14 ation, officials last week unveiled exactly what the CFVI strives to On the Market ...... 12 the first Born Learning Trail on Cruz Bay aims to inspire parents Trail is one thing that makes them achieve, explained the group’s Police Log ...... 19 St. John, located in the Cruz Bay to engage with their children and happy. About 30 children from the president Dee Brown. children’s playground next to the to find ways to merge education St. John Methodist School pre- “This captures what the Commu- VINP ball field. and play time. The trail consists of K class were on hand during last nity Foundation lives and breathes

The project also brought togeth- actual signs which have been in- week’s ribbon cutting ceremony for — partnerships with private, th er the Community Foundation of stalled around the perimeter of the and they gave the Born Learning public and philanthropic groups,” Thursday, March 29 the Virgin Islands, which created playground and suggest activities Trail their seals of approval. said Brown. “Today we have the the Born Learning Trail and spear- like, “Look, Laugh, Learn,” which “The Born Learning Trail ini- partnership with the VINP, which headed the drive to bring the trail asks kids to make funny faces and tiative focuses on finding ways helped us find a wonderful place to St. John, and the Westin Resort discuss what makes them happy. to get information to the commu- to put our Born Learning Trail and and Villas, which sponsored the Judging from the smiles on the nity about the importance of early HPR, which has worked with us project. faces of the first youngsters to tour childhood education,” said El- on six of these trails and been ab- The new Born Learning Trail in the project, the Born Learning lie Hirsh, director of CFVI’s The Continued on Page 18 4 St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 Queen Elizabeth II May Make Diamond Jubilee Visit to St. John By Rowan Adkinson Queen to kick off her low heels and drop her purse Special to St. John Tradewinds and wide-brimmed hat for the three days starting During an official Diamond Jubilee visit to the April 1. British Virgin Islands, Queen Elizabeth II is planning “I know we can make her comfortable,” said Chair. an unofficial visit to St. John. “I have always loved pastels. We hope her troubles The demands of the four-month-long grand tour of will be miles away while visiting.” Vezio’s Custom Painting the 16 countries that once made up the British Empire Mrs. Chair is planning to set up a reception com- will leave the queen in search of a place to escape, mittee that would try to make the Queen feel at home revive and relax. The Diamond Jubilee Celebrations by dressing island residents as maids with white Committee announced that since she will be so close, French aprons and hats and butlers with black Derby the Queen and her retinue will sweep over to St. John bowlers. It’s not too late, if anyone wishes to partici- after the Tortola parade on Sunday, April 1. pate, email her at [email protected]. Queen spokesman, Fred Mercury, said that while Worldwide celebrations of the Diamond Jubilee most energetic celebrations would raise the dead, Her will continue through spring and early summer, cul- Vezio Ricciardi / License #91505 Majesty just wanted a place to be quiet. In search of minating in a lavish ceremony in London on the an- (tel) 340-776-6134 (email) [email protected] something between a plywood-galvanized shack and niversary of the June 1953 coronation. a faux Santa Barbara mansion, Mr. Mercury found Editor's Note: This story was embargoed until Seashore, the lovely home of Niles and Susan Chair. April 1, however, Tradewinds thought it was impor- Mrs. Chair said she would be delighted for the tant enough to break the embargo. TWO 1BR 1B W/LOFT AND SHARED POOL OFF-GRID CAPABLE SOLAR POWER AND WIND GENERATOR COMPOSTING SEPTIC SYSTEM AND Rainbow Over Coral Bay WATER RECYCLING $495,000 (EA)

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The Little Mr. B sunk while trying to make it back to St. John after colliding with the Double Header. After Marine Collision in Pillsbury Sound, One Power Boat Sinks Off Steven’s Cay By Jaime Elliott St. John Tradewinds Sea Tow marine salvage vessels from St. Thomas were seen off Steven’s Cay on Wednesday, March 21, floating a vessel which had sunk earlier in the week. The marine accident actually occurred on Tuesday night, March 20, around 9:30 p.m. off Pillsbury Sound in St. Thomas waters when a commercial fishing vessel and a recreational power boat collided, explained U.S. Coast Guard spokesperson Ricardo Castrodad. “One vessel was the Double Header, a six-passenger commercial fishing boat and the other vessel was the Little Mr. B, a recreational power boat,” said Cas- St. John Tradewiinds News Photo by Mares Crane trodad. “The two boats collided off Pillsbury Sound, St. Thomas.” Sea Tow marine salvage floated the Double Header was carrying two crew members sunken vessel to the surface last week. Say No To WaPa and two passengers, one of whom was injured during the collision, according to Castrodad. “One passenger aboard Double Header sustained “The Little Mr. B obviously sustained significant injuries and he was taken to the hospital,” said the damage because after the collision, they tried to mo- Island Solar USCG spokesperson. “After the accident, the vessel tor the boat back to St. John, and it sunk near Steven’s motored to a docking area to transfer the patient to Cay in about 90 feet of water,” he said. Grid tie systems EMS and then the vessel was taken to dry dock.” The passengers aboard Little Mr. B were rescued Battery stand alone systems “The passenger sustained a head injury, and while by a good samaritan in the area, according to Cas- it was serious enough for him to be taken to the hos- trodad. Solar Hot water systems pital, I don’t know his medical assessment,” said Cas- The vessel was not leaking oil or diesel and was Solar Pool Pumps trodad. floated to the surface by Sea Tow on Wednesday, USCG officials were notified after the incident oc- March 21, Castrodad added. curred and did not launch a rescue operation, Castro- The USCG spokesperson did not have information SAVE $$$$$ dad added. about the exact size and descriptions of the two ves- $4.50 to $5.00 a watt for most typical PV solar insatllations, Double Header sustained damage to its bow an- sels last week. includes shipping, permits and hookup chor, pulpit, hull and port side, according to the USCG officials are conducting an investigation USCG spokesperson. into the accident, Castrodad explained. “Off-grid living for 10 years on Lovango Cay.” There were four passengers aboard Little Mr. B at “We have an investigation that is ongoing right Dan Boyd the time of the collision, who were eventually rescued now,” he said. “We are going to look into this matter t: 340-642-0351 e: [email protected] after the vessel sunk while limping back to Cruz Bay, and conduct interviews with the people aboard both A V.I. Energy Office Authorized Vendor • Licensed & Insured explained Castrodad. vessels.” 6 St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012

“For teenagers looking for prevention and education services for Women’s Health and Family Planning, they will no longer be able to walk into deCastro after school. They will have to go all the way to Nisky Center on St. Thomas, which is not realistic for many teens.” – St. John resident No More Women’s Health or Family Planning Services at deCastro Clinic By Jaime Elliott $6 at the DOH clinic, according to said the resident. “They have no St. John Tradewinds a resident familiar with the situ- where else to go.” While Department of Health ation who asked to not be identi- DeCastro’s Immunization Pro- officials shared some details about fied. gram will also be coming to an happenings at the department’s If that same patient went to end at the end of March when the Morris F. deCastro Clinic recent- Myrah Keating Smith Community head of that program retires, ac- ly, it seems much more has been Health Center or a private doctor cording to the resident. going on inside the blue concrete on St. John for contraception, she “Immunization will be done in building in Cruz Bay. would have to pay for a doctor’s a week and half,” said the citizen. DOH officials recently fired an visit and then pay to fill a pre- “She’s retiring and that will be Advanced Practice Nurse at the scription for the pills, which cost it.” clinic, the first nurse to be fired in between $30 and $65, according The Cruz Bay clinic also lost the St. Thomas/St. John District. to the resident. one of its two security guards, Firing the APN has wide-reaching “Many people who went to the who was recently transferred to impacts as she coordinated the clinic got free services and treat- St. Thomas. Women’s Health and Family Plan- ments or they were put on a slid- With DOH’s latest administra- ning program at the clinic and saw ing scale fee,” said the resident. tive actions, all that remains at the more than 1,500 patients last year “Many people who used the ser- Cruz Bay clinic are the Women, alone. vices can’t afford to pay anything Infants and Children (WIC) nutri- DOH officials also recently more. Hospital and private prac- tion program, mental health and transferred deCastro Clinic’s Li- tice prices are much more expen- food handler’s card services. Also censed Practical Nurse — who as- sive and that is not a realistic alter- a perinatologist, who only deals sisted the APN with the Women’s native for many people.” with high-risk pregnancies, will Health and Family Planning — to Many patients who used the ser- continue to see patients at deCas- St. Thomas. Those moves effec- vices at the deCastro Clinic are not tro once a month. Happy tively halted all Women’s Health- capable of traveling to St. Thomas While DOH spokesperson Eu- related services at deCastro, from to the DOH clinic in Nisky Center nice Bedminster recently told St. Holidays! contraception to education. for Women’s Health Services, ex- John Tradewinds that the depart- The recently fired DOH em- plained the citizen. ment has no plans to shutter its ployee coordinated the clinic’s “Many of the patients are un- Cruz Bay clinic, many residents Comprehensive Women’s Health documented and they can’t go to are worried that is exactly what is Services, which included Pre-na- St. Thomas and they can’t afford about to occur. tal, Family Planning, STD, Well any other health care options on “I think what is happening is Women, Gynecology, the Let’s St. John,” said the citizen. that DOH is trying to keep the lid Talk teen risk reduction program Teenagers are another segment on these things and soon the whole and she even spent a day each of the community who are most at clinic will close and they’ll move week on St. Thomas providing risk by losing the Women’s Health the EMS to the Fire Station,” said pre-natal care. Services on St. John, explained a resident familiar with DOH who The APN, who is also a certi- the resident. asked to not be identified. fied nurse midwife, coordinated “For teenagers looking for pre- Whether or not the clinic re- the Women’s Health and Family vention and education services for mains open, DOH has not in- Planning program under a Title Women’s Health and Family Plan- formed the St. John patients of the 10 federal grant which provided ning, they will no longer be able to services no longer available at the services to low income patients. walk into deCastro after school,” clinic, according to the resident. The program offered free services said the citizen. “They will have to “They have not told anyone to teenagers, free STD screenings go all the way to Nisky Center on about these changes,” said the res- and either free or deeply discount- St. Thomas, which is not realistic ident. “If you want those services ed supplies and treatments. for many teens.” available when you want them, For example, a month’s supply “Many people are very worried they are not going to be there, no of birth control pills used to cost about the patients on St. John,” matter what DOH says.” St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 7

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Among the visiting yachts to St. John last week were the Silver Shalis, at left, and the impressive 314-foot Vava II, above. Luxury Motor Yachts Spotted at Anchor off Love City By Jaime Elliott Daily Mail newspaper website. that Bertarelli, the owner of ex-America’s Bertarelli’s Vava II was probably the St. John Tradewinds Vava II was reportedly built in secret in Cup team Alinghi, and his beauty queen only boat in local waters last week which Billionaires and beauty queens were Plymouth, UK, at Devonport Yachts under wife were enjoying the opulence of Vava II dwarfed the 174-foot luxury yacht Silver among the many visitors to St. John re- the code name Project 55, according to the themselves in St. John waters last week. Shalis. The distinct eggshell blue hull of cently. report on www.dailymail.co.uk. At 314-feet, the vessel is the 33rd largest the Seattle-area built motor yacht was spot- Amid the high-season activity last week, The vessel took 200 crewmen two years yacht in the world and one of the most tech- ted at anchor off of Frank Bay last week as the 314-foot luxury motor yacht Vava II, the to complete and set Bertarelli back about nologically advanced with a bevy of special well. largest privately owned yacht ever built in $160 million, according to the website features including a helicopter landing pad, Silver Shalis is an aluminum semi-dis- the United Kingdom, was spotted at anchor www.charterworld.com. a depth-changing swimming pool and large placement vessel built by Delta Marine and off Frank Bay. While the vessel will be available for tenders, according to www.charterworld. launched in 2010, according to www.char- The vessel was commissioned by billion- private charter for “tens of thousands of com. terworld.com. aire Ernesto Bertarelli, a Swiss/Italian phar- pounds a week” according to www.daily- Vava II, capable of carrying up to 36 Powered by twin MTU 16V 4000 die- maceutical tycoon, for his wife, the former mail.com, Vava II set off on its maiden voy- guests, reportedly replaced Bertarelli’s old sels, the vessel is capable of reaching a top Miss United Kingdom Kirsty Bertarelli, nee age from Plymouth Sound, UK, on March 154-foot Feadship motor yacht Vava, which speed of 20 knots with a cruising speed of Roper, according to the United Kingdom’s 2 en route to the Caribbean. So it’s likely was launched in 1996. 15 knots, according to the website.

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Merchant’s Commercial 16th Annual Ruby Rutnik Softball Bank Appoints Justina Abraham As New St. John Tournament Set for April 13-15 St. John Tradewinds teams from St. Thomas are Ivanna ning team member, two college- Operations Officer Sweet Sixteen. That’s the aver- Eudora Kean High School, Char- bound girls from St. John, and a age age of the girls who will be lotte Amalie High School, and a student at the Gifft Hill School, St. John Tradewinds stepping up to the plate on April 13 combined team from the private which Ruby attended when it was President/CEO of Merchants Commercial Bank James Crites for the annual three-day girls’ soft- schools. The teams from St. Cro- first established as the Pine Peace announced last week the appointment of Justina Abraham as the ball tournament at Winston Wells ix are Central High School and School. Operations Officer for the bank’s St. John branch. ball park on St. John. the Education Complex. And of This year, the tournament will Abraham’s responsibilities will be to ensure that the branch’s It’s also the age of the Ruby Rut- course, the Tortola team, coached give the Gifft Hill School a schol- operational activities run smoothly and efficiently while building nik Memorial Softball Tournament, by Terry Chinnery, plans to come arship in honor of Elaine Penn, new banking relationships within the St. John Community. which has now provided more than back to defend its title. the tireless organizer of the Pan Abraham, who has lived in St. John since 2000, brings to MCB $122,000 in scholarships, primar- The tournament was founded Dragons, the St. John youth steel over 10 years of banking experience. Having begun her career as ily to college-bound girls from St. by Andy Rutnik and Janet Cook- band, which has operated the food a Sales and Service Representative and eventually moving on to John and young athletes from the Rutnik, whose daughter Ruby was concession for the tournament as a become a Unit Supervisor, Abraham’s varied and extensive expe- winning teams. a star pitcher at Antilles School fundraiser. rience will make her an invaluable asset to the MCB team. This year the competition looks known for her wicked windmill The tournament raises money “I am very excited to serve the St. John community as a mem- intense, as teams from St. Thomas pitching style. Ruby was in her se- by selling innings at $100, $700 a ber of the MCB family,” said Abraham. “I feel very privileged to and St. Croix try to wrest the title nior year at American University game or $2,500 a scholarship. In- have been allowed this opportunity and look forward to continu- from the girls’ team from Elmore when she died in a car accident on dividuals or businesses that wish to ing my journey in banking.” Stout High School on Tortola an icy December night in 1996. sponsor an inning can mail a check MCB is a Virgin Islands chartered, FDIC insured, commercial which has won the championship Establishing a softball tourna- (payable to RRSF, Inc.) to Rutnik, bank bringing state-of-the-art internet and traditional banking for the past three years. ment a few months later to com- P.O. Box 348, St. John, VI 00831, services to the Virgin Islands community. Based in St. Thomas, Since the girls’ varsity softball memorate Ruby’s birthday on or send an email to andrewrutnik@ but also serving St. John and St. Croix, MCB works with busi- season will just be getting under- April 9 was a way of channeling gmail.com. nesses and individuals to craft financial solutions that fit their way, some of the territory’s teams their grief into opportunity, as well More than 40 awards have been unique circumstances. will be playing each other for as bringing together Virgin Island- given since Tessa (Williams) Telly, the first time this year. The three ers to cheer for their young female a graduate of IEK High School, athletes. won the first academic scholarship For the last several years, in 1997. Now a health communi- $10,000 in scholarship money has cations specialist at Georgetown been awarded annually for a win- Continued on Page 18

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Denise Wright and Karen Calandra Are Featured Artists at Bajo el Sol's April 6th Opening Reception

By Jaime Elliott tual awareness. I know that beauty that pare down those observations St. John Tradewinds is the natural consequence of the into graceful, wearable works of Mark those calendars for Friday, opening of the soul.” art while simultaneously trying to April 6, when Bajo el Sol Gallery “When the soul faculties are encourage the viewer to reconsid- hosts an opening reception for two open, creativity comes forth,” she er their definition of beauty.” local artists who continue to push said. “We are then tapped into the “I work with sterling silver, their own creative boundaries. source of all beauty and creativity. copper, pearls and semi-precious Stop by the gallery in Mon- With a holistic approach towards stones in addition to beach rocks, goose Junction between 5 and 8 my role as an artist, I ignore the found objects, silk, wood — any- p.m. to view the latest works by stereotype that I should rely only thing that catches my attention,” painter Denise Wright and jewelry upon my visual relationship with said Calandra. “My process of maker Karen Calandra. the world.” juxtaposing diverse materials, Wright’s work has evolved Wright, a long-time St. John coupled with the amazing things from early pieces depicting land- resident, uses a technique called metal can do, allows me to create scapes and tropical seascapes to layering for her abstract expres- pieces of wearable art.” new, vibrant abstract pieces. sions, which she said is “the inte- Calandra’s pieces, while beau- “The tropical beauty of St. gration of a perception of ultimate tiful to eye, also resonate on a John is appealing to all artists,” connectedness with the flowing, deeper level. said Wright. “Most rely on rep- on-going nature of living con- “Creating is just a powerful resentational art to interpret the sciously.” love for me and there’s something local scene. Until 2007, my body In addition to Wright’s beautiful very peaceful about the process,” of work was landscapes and sea- and striking paintings, the April 6 she said. “ I create from the heart scapes, but this work has evolved reception will also feature Calan- and every piece is handmade with to painting abstracts.” dra’s distinct, modern jewelry. passion. I hope my jewelry gener- Instead of depicting the actual Working with materials from ates excitement and joy for those scenes around her, the artist now silver and pearls to beach glass who choose to wear it.” strives to convey a sense of emo- and found items, Calandra finds Don’t miss this exciting open- tion, she explained. inspiration all around her. ing reception on April 6, or stop “I am attracted to painting more “In looking more closely at by the gallery up the stairs in of the feeling of the tropics, rather often overlooked items in day-to- Mongoose Junction anytime as than a literal translation,” said day life, I find everything can fun- the work of Calandra and Wright Wright. “I also use the experi- damentally serve as inspiration,” will be featured for the month of ence of art to cultivate my spiri- she said. “I enjoy creating designs April. 10 St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012

Sen. Sprauve Hosting STJ Office Hours Every Dollar Counts, ACC Raises Senator Patrick Sprauve will host office hours on St. John from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4, at the St. John Legislature Building. $3,000 from First Mini-Flea Market “It is extremely important to me to hear the concerns of all Vir- Special to St. John Tradewinds er, cars were arriving along the dirt gin Islanders first-hand to ensure that I can be the voice of every The Animal Care Center of St. road and customers were hustling constituent before your legislature,” said Senator Sprauve. “I look John (ACC) hosted its first “mini- The heroes of the to the site. forward to meeting with the people of St. John.” flea market” on Sunday, March 18, day were mini-market Although the flea market was Based on the response from residents, the senator may consider on a meadow behind the Gifft Hill organizer Jason advertised as beginning at 10 a.m., establishing St. John office hours on a monthly basis. School’s Fred Trayser field. the meadow was busy with custom- For more information or to make an appointment with Sprauve The “first ever” event was Corley who, with Oriel ers by 9:30 that morning. Custom- call 693-3613. planned as a small fundraising ef- Smith’s assistance, ers were not only arriving to shop fort to try to help the shelter bridge hauled furniture from but many of them were also arriv- Ban on Burning Until Further Notice dwindling funds until more mon- ing with items they were donating the 40-foot container. Virgin Islands Fire Service Assistant Director Daryl George the ies come in from Wagapalooza. to the sale. The energy displayed announced last week that effective immediately, new burning per- “Waga,” as the May 19 fundraiser Probably the heaviest by the community in support of mits will not be issued territory-wide until further notice. is affectionately called, is usually items unloaded this relatively small fundraiser was Due to the dry weather, burning of rubbish at this time would be ACC’s major source of income. and sold were two incredible. extremely hazardous. Currently, the St. John humane While ACC board members “It is appropriate that this ban be put in place as we must take all society’s funds are at another all- new kitchen stoves. Monica Munro and Elaine Camp- precautions and work together in being proactive in safeguarding time low. The shelter’s expenses Even some of the bell were hard at work setting up property and life,” George said. have been much higher during the customers lent a hand tables and moving boxes, faithful last 12 months, primarily due to supporters were also hard at work. employee expenses. Also, dona- with those! Jane Kyser raced about placing Fifth Annual Autism Conference Apr. 18 tions have been down during the price tapes on the mountain of large The University of the Virgin Islands-Virgin Islands University past six months although the shel- and small items; Susie Preston was Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities will host the ter has had great visibility from In comparison to other fund- busily setting up her cash box and 5th Annual Autism Conference on April 18 on the St. Thomas volunteer-sponsored activities raising activities on St. John, the payment station; and former ACC campus. such as the Christmas party at the $3,000 collected at the “mini-flea president BJ Harris was helping to Presentations will include: Current Approaches to Supports and shelter, the Valentine’s Day “kiss a market” may seem small. Never- unload cartons. Interventions; Understanding Behavior: How to Address the Chal- dog” booth, and most recently, par- theless, ACC is extremely grateful The heroes of the day were lenges of Autism Spectrum Disorders in the School Setting; and ticipation in the St. Patrick’s Day for every penny that the flea market mini-market organizer Jason Cor- Assistive Technology Supports and Solutions for Learners with parade. attendees spent. ley who, with Oriel Smith’s as- Autism Spectrum Disorders. Only once in its history has Despite the fact that the market sistance, hauled furniture from the The conference will be on April 18 at the University of the Vir- ACC had to close the shelter doors was a new event, its location gen- 40-foot container. Probably the gin Islands Administrative and Conference Center on St. Thomas because of insufficient funds to erally unfamiliar to islanders, and heaviest items unloaded and sold from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Meals will be provided. continue. That was back in 2005, the “iffy” weather on Sunday, the were two new kitchen stoves. Even Advanced registration is required. Register on-line at www.vi- and the Board of Directors is strug- turnout was fabulous! While board some of the customers lent a hand ucedd.org or contact Jerae Forde at 776-9200 ext. 2334. gling hard to avoid that happening members were still hauling items with those! again. for sale from the ACC storage trail- Continued on Page 18

Yelena Rogers Photography PO Box 554, St. John, VI 00831 340-774-4027 603-401-4757

www.facebook.com/yelena.rogers.photography St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 11 Say Hello, Queen of Tarts Offers Seriously Say Goodbye Decadent Desserts and More Party! Moe is traveling on and Doug is keeping on By Jaime Elliott Celebrate old times St. John Tradewinds and new times with A rich, velvety chocolate torte chock full of crunchy The almonds and topped with rich ganache. Fiddler! A luscious fruit tart brimming with juicy strawber- Sunday, April 1st 6:00pm ries and blueberries atop a buttery crust. Rte 10 - Coral Bay / &340-779-4982 ""* &#! Drooling yet? How about a chewy, gooey rum pecan pie tartlette The Fiddler Returns baked to absolute perfection? Or a fresh orange almond biscotti, just the perfect amount of crunchy? # % The only thing difficult about stopping by the '("#("'"" ("*" $! Queen of Tarts display case is choosing which decadent dessert to enjoy. Making us dance and party for years Parisian-trained pastry chef Elizabeth Lowe has been operating her homemade desserts company Island's Largest Super Bowl Party!! Queen of Tarts out of the Fish Trap since last No- vember. Her wares are displayed in the pastry case (&%" ')+& at the fish store and she is available for private chef services, classes, provisioning and more. With an emphasis on natural, fresh ingredients, Lowe whips up picture perfect desserts that harken back to her student days at ecole de cuisine La Va- renne. “I have always loved to cook,” said Lowe. “My NEW CLASSES & mother was a great cook and I used to watch her in the OPEN STUDIO kitchen and I picked stuff up from her and my father, SESSIONS! who also loved to cook.” Watercolor Day on Beach “I always wanted to cook, since I was little kid,” St. John Tradewiinds News Photo by Jaime Elliott she said. Potter’s Wheel Despite her passion for cuisine, Vermont-native Elizabeth Lowe, above, shows off some Sculpting the Figure Lowe bowed to parental pressure entered college in of Queen of Tart's delicious creations. 340-776-6226 ext 212 the northeast, earning a degree in animal behavior and 340-514-6594 mobile anthropology. [email protected] “After college, I spent two years trying to find a job unsuccessfully,” she said. Paris beckoned and Lowe spent a year at La Va- east in June and is always back by October in order to renne and a second year doing Stage, or apprentice- be ready to supply sweets for Thanksgiving dinners. ships, in several Parisian establishments. All those years after finally heeding her calling to “I started in a restaurant and also worked for a the kitchen, Lowe still has that same passion for her commissary that provided desserts for restaurants craft. which was a huge production,” said Lowe. “The last “I really love what I do,” she said. “I love feeding place I worked was a chocolate shop where I learned people. People get excited when they have pastries a lot. Paris was amazing.” and they are always in a good mood when they are Returning stateside, Lowe worked as a pastry chef buying treats; I never have an unhappy customer.” in New York City at Maxine’s and then moved on to “I can’t not do this,” said Lowe. “Everyone says Boston where she toiled at several restaurants and ca- that I work too hard, but I love it. It’s really fulfill- terers before breaking out on her own. ing.” “I was back in Vermont working for Eating Well On St. John her biggest sellers include her tart and Magazine in the test kitchen and I opened my own creamy key lime cheesecake, that rum pecan tartlette shop in Burlington,” said Lowe. “That was the origi- and her famous chocolate almond torte. Lowe whips nal Queen of Tarts, which I opened in 1992.” up individual tartlettes for between $4 and $8 and six- After putting in six years of long hours and de- inch cakes start at $20. Biscotti is $22 a pound, which veloping “really bad carpal tunnel syndrome” Lowe is about 50 pieces. closed up shop in 1998 and took a break from the Queen of Tart’s pastry case is at Fish Trap’s fish kitchen. She started visiting St. John shortly after and store, which is open Tuesday through Sunday from started making desserts for several restaurants. noon to 6 p.m. and Lowe is always available by email In addition to running Queen of Tarts out of Fish or phone. Lowe is planning to stock up on plenty of Trap, Lowe still makes sweets for Driftwood David’s flourless chocolate tortes and macaroons for Passover, and operates Queen of Tarts as a catering business in so be sure to stop by or call (340) 513-7058 or email Vermont in the summers. She heads up to the north- [email protected]. 12 St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012

Charm of a Caribbean Cottage Awaits at Treefrog

By Jaime Elliott expansive decks, most on the shady St. John Tradewinds north side of the home. Inside, the While a sprawling villa fits just kitchen is outfitted with beautiful the bill for large families looking hardwood cabinetry and stainless for a second abode or a serious steel appliances, while hardwood St. John Tradewiinds News Photo rental investment, anyone who floors are found throughout the prefers quaint over scale should well-appointed home. Great views beckon from the living room, above, while not miss Treefrog. Located on a quiet side road the downstairs bedroom is a picture of serenity, below. An absolutely charming Carib- off Bordeaux Mt. Road (Route bean cottage set amid the lush, 108), Treefrog is ideally located tropical northern ridge of Bordeaux close enough to restaurants and Mountain, Treefrog would be ideal shopping to be convenient, but far for a young couple and is already a enough away to offer tranquility, popular short term rental property, according to Mohler. The cottage, above, and explained Holiday Homes sales “The setting is very tranquil kitchen detail, below. agent Sandra Mohler. with enough distance from the “Treefrog would be a great home main roads and town to allow for for someone who lives on St. John, a peaceful retreat, surrounded by or likes to visit, and would benefit tropical gardens,” said the Holiday from having the house rented when Homes sales agent. “Treefrog has not in residence,” she said. “It has beautiful tropical landscaping in a good short term rental history a very private yard on a quiet side with rave reviews from guests.” road off Bordeaux Road. The road The one-bedroom, one-bath- is great for walking, with no traffic, room masonry home is listed on great views, and cooling breezes.” the St. John MLS for $439,000 and From its perch overlooking is located in the Coral Bay area Coral Bay harbor below, Treefrog with sweeping views of the Brit- offers sweeping views of the Brit- ish Virgin Islands. Treefrog has ish Virgin Islands, all they way up two stories, with the living areas the Sir Francis Drake Passage as upstairs and the bedroom on the far as Virgin Gorda. lower level, explained Mohler. Cooling breezes and tropical “The entry to the home is on landscaping combined with mod- the upper level which leads to the ern decor and solid construction, open-concept kitchen, dinning and makes Treefrog the perfect home living rooms,” she said. “The stairs for anyone desiring the ideal Ca- down lead to the bedroom and ribbean cottage. bathroom, where you’ll also find For more information on Tree- an inviting sitting room.” frog, call Mohler at (340) 514- Both levels are surrounded by 5968.

Bob Schlesinger, Photographer [email protected] 340-642-9696 St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 13

St. Paddy's Day Party Photos from The Parrot Club

St. John Tradewiinds News Photo by Yelena Rogers

Guests were lookng for some of that Irish luck at The Parrot Club, which hosted a St. Patrick's Day Party on Saturday night, March 17.

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Keep St. John Green and Free of Billboards Thank you for printing an article about the flashing that “there were no compliance issues.” What Do sign the National Park Service put up next to Mon- But there was no mention from whom these assur- goose Junction. Here is an excerpt from the Virgin ances allegedly came and what authority that person/ Islands code, found easily on-line and available to agency allegedly had. If it was a Virgin Islands Terri- anybody. tory Agency/Commission/Board, then there seems to You Think? 1. VI Code, section 503 -- Definition -- “any bill- be no such authority to allow this billboard without a boards, sign, notice, poster, display or other device in- permit — and there is no permit. Send your letter to [email protected] tended to attract or which does attract the attention of On the contrary, VI Territorial Code, Section 501- operators of motor vehicles on the public highways.” 503, clearly prohibits this billboard. So, who allegedly (Comment -- per the VI Code this is a billboard.) “assured” this “compliance” with territory laws? Next Deadline: 2. VI Code, section 502 -- Prohibition -- (it is nec- I am sending a Freedom of Information Act request th essary to have) “a written permit therefor granted by to the VI National Park to get some additional back- Thursday, March 29 the Commissioner of Public Works.” (Comment -- ground on this billboard. Might take a bit of time to any billboard needs a permit.) get responses. Conclusion: According to the VI Code, this is a In the meantime, if there is no permit, it seems to billboard, and it needs a permit from the Commis- be illegal and therefore must be removed. Maybe at- sioner of DPW. If no permit, then no billboard al- tach it to the outside wall of DPW at Gifft Hill, next Keeping Track of Crime lowed. Simple as that. to the failed traffic light from years ago. VINP Deputy Superintendent Mike Anderson Keep St. John green, please. was quoted in Tradewinds as saying he checked into Gerry Hills 2012-To-Date “compliance with territorial laws” and was assured Coral Bay, St. John Homicides: 0 Shootings: 0 Hey VINP Rangers: A Little Kindness Goes a Long Way Stabbings: 0 While at Hawksnest Beach this past Sunday after- checking out the people on the beach to see who they noon, a Park Ranger came out of the bush and ap- can give a ticket to next. Why not concentrate on get- Armed Robberies: 1 proached the tourist next to me — and did not say ting rid of the Lionfish?? Arsons: 0 “good morning” or anything else, just — “Do you Why not come out to Coral Bay and check on boats have ID?” anchoring in Hurricane Hole and staying overnight. I 1st Degree Burglaries: 3 “OK, bring your ID and come with me.” have called to report boats overnight and anchoring in The Park Rangers are obviously from the States, the monument and they say they don’t have the man- 2nd Degree Burglaries: because they have no idea of local customs or cour- power to watch Hurricane Hole every day. 3rd Degree Burglaries: 11 tesy. The fellow was a bit perplexed and came back It seems that the Park has enough time to think of to the beach 15 minutes later to tell his girlfriend that other ways to spend the money in more appropriate Grand Larcenies: 20 he just got a $50 ticket for having glass bottles on the ways such as the Trunk Bay life guard stands, the Rapes: 0 beach. They immediately got up and left. ugly yellow posts at Maho, and the big construction What if it was a female and she was asked to follow style light at Mongoose. And I’m sure they have more the ranger back into the woods to be issued a ticket? plans up their sleeves. Why didn’t he give out the ticket on the beach instead It just irks me that they are rude and really arro- Crossword Answers — Puzzle on Page 20 of making the fellow go with him? Is that what the gant towards the people that are paying their salaries. Park is looking to do? Get rid of the tourists? Why Maybe they can make a quick announcement about not some common courtesy and explain the laws. Not the bottle law on the ferries that carry every tourist everyone knows the rules. to St. John. The Park rangers are hiding in the bush to launch Nancy Nemeth attacks. I also saw them at the lookout with binoculars Coral Bay

St. Ursula's Thanks Supporters The St. Ursula’s Anglican Church Multipurpose Alecia Wells, Suzan Sutton, Arlington Tyrell, Rita Center wishes to thank those businesses, groups and Liburd, Erva Roberts, Elvina Garcia, Clemena Dun- individuals who have given generously of their time can, Naomi Hodge, Don and Jane Bowry, Rudolph and resources to improve the quality of life for senior “BodyMan” Morton, Candy Carter, Ivan Chinnery, citizens on St. John. Jr. Juanita Williams, Victor Johannsen and Moriah Special thanks goes out the Rotary Club of St. Jacobs-Redden. John, the Rotary Club of St. Thomas, along with the For more than 25 years St. Ursula’s Multipurpose Rotary Club of the Charlotte Amalie High School. Center has provided nutrition support services, coun- Grateful thanks and good wishes are extended to seling and organized activity for residents age 60 and Appliances Plus, Artistic Villas, the Coral Bay Gar- over with help from the Episcopal Diocese of the Vir- den Center, the St. John Taxi Association, the Superi- gin Islands, local and federal government partners. or Court of the Virgin Islands Pre-Probation program, We thank all of our concerned community mem- the V.I. Fire Service and Boyson, Inc. bers for helping us to help others. The staff and management of the St. Ursula’s Mul- Judi Shimel tipurpose Center would also like to thank the follow- Executive Director ing individuals for their kindness and generosity: St. Ursula’s Multipurpose Center St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 15 Gov. DeJongh Discusses Tourism Goals and Challenges at HTA Annual Meeting

St. John Tradewinds The government and private projects off the ground, and col- Governor John deJongh spoke sector must work together to de- laborating with the federal govern- Did you last week about the future of Vir- velop new markets, including in ment and the private sector to revi- gin Islands tourism, and the work sports tourism, medical tourism, talize the territory’s historic towns that must be done to realize the full and in film and music production. and other attractions. potential of the territory’s premier The downturn “should encour- To improve the infrastructure industry. age us to innovate and become that the industry depends on, the know... The governor started his speech more competitive, while diversify- deJongh administration has in- at the annual meeting of the USVI ing our attractions and activities as vested in building reliable sources Hotel and Tourism Association by we actively seek new tourism mar- of water, improving the territory’s that you can support acknowledging the severe chal- kets,” deJongh said. power grid, and developing ad- lenges faced by the territory and Governor deJongh discussed vanced telecommunications facili- the industry since the beginning of several major initiatives: $1 mil- ties. your favorite the global economic downturn in lion from the General Fund for “Adding to the challenges of 2008. summer promotions and major operating with a structural deficit DeJongh told the group of ho- advertising campaigns in U.S. and during times of great recession, non-profit Group teliers and other professionals that foreign markets; partnerships with the administration’s efforts to bal- the difficult economic times must the cruise line industry to bring ance the budget were dealt a se- serve as a call to diversify the in- more calls to St. Croix, as well as rious blow by the closure of the and your island dustry and bolster the territory’s increased investment to all three HOVENSA oil refinery,” deJongh appeal to travelers. ports in the Virgin Islands; the Paul said. “As we all work together to E. Joseph Stadium project, which Governor deJongh ended his newspaper rebuild our tourism industry, we with its aquatic facility and play- speech by describing two impor- should see this time as one to es- ing field will be a hub for sports tant long-term planning initiatives tablish a new foundation and rede- tourism throughout the region for — one local and the other under- at the same time? fine the Virgin Islands brand,” said years to come; and more. taken by the federal government. the governor. “To succeed in those The governor said his admin- Locally, a series of public “stra- Animal Care Center of St. John tasks we must focus on the whole istration is also working with de- tegic visioning sessions” planned Coral Bay Community Council tourism experience.” velopers to help get stalled resort for next week on St. Thomas and Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park St. Croix will help forge a five- Gifft Hill School year plan to grow the territory’s Island Green Buidling Association tourism industry. Participants will Kids First! Maureen "Rae" Sullivan Passes explore specific markets that will Kids in the Sea (KATS) play a future role in the success of St. John Audubon Society the Virgin Islands as a destination, St. John Christian Academy including sharing ideas on how St. John Community Foundation best to encourage their growth. St. John Film Society The territory’s effort to develop St. John Historical Society a five-year plan will parallel the St. John Montessori School White House’s development of a St. John Recycling Association National Travel and Tourism Strat- St. John Relay for Life egy, which focuses on attracting St. John Revolving Fund international visitors to the United St. John School of the Arts States and promoting domestic STT/STJ Chamber of Commerce - STJ Chapter travel within the country. Team River Runner “Representatives of my admin- Using Sport for Social Change istration are coordinating with the (and many more) federal government to make sure Call to add your registered non-profit to this list we contribute our own unique perspective to that discussion,” deJongh said and added “through this process, I believe the Virgin It's a simple solution: Islands will play a substantial role Underwrite a yearly advertising budget in crafting a national tourism development strategy that is benefi- for your favorite community group. cial for our islands and for all who Long-time Coral Bay resident and owner of Keep do business here.” Me Posted in the Cocoloba Complex, Maureen The governor also commended St. John Tradewinds supports Sullivan, known to friends as Rae, passed away on the Hotel and Tourism Association all registered non-profit organizations Wednesday morning, March 14. She is pictured above for its “active and engaged leader- with a non-profit advertising rate. with her husband George "Santa Claus" Belcher. ship” and congratulated the newly For more information, call 776-6496. installed officers. 16 St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012

Church Directory Marketplace's Lennard Renal Retires

Baha’i Community of St. John For Devotions and Study Circles,call 714-1641 7:30 p.m. Fridays; Study Circles 9 a.m. Sundays 776-6316, 776-6254

Bethany Moravian Church 11 a.m., Sunday School 776-6291

Calvary Baptist Church 13 ABC Coral Bay, 776-6304 Sunday School 10 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m.

Christian Ministry Cinnamon Bay Beach Inter-Denominational, Sunday 8:30 a.m.

Christian Science Society 10:45 a.m. Sunday- Marketplace Wednesday Testimonials 7:45 p.m. on last Wed. of Month St. John Tradewiinds News Photo by Jaime Elliott The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints After 14 years at The Marketplace, Lennard Renal, above center, plans to enjoy Sun. 9 a.m., on St. Thomas . 776-2379 Sun., 5 p.m., STJ, Lumberyard plenty of beach time during his retirement. Marketplace officials (L to R) Pol Hubert, Matt White, Debbie Marsh and Barbara Tyne, wished Renal well during a retirement Cruz Bay Baptist Church Sunday 11 a.m., 6 p.m. 776-6315 party at the shopping complex last week.

Emmaus Moravian Church Coral Bay, Sun. 9 a.m. 776-6713

Jehovah’s Witness St. Thomas/St. John High Schools 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 7 p.m. Saturdays (Español), 10 a.m. Sundays, 340-715-053 To Celebrate Transfer Day with

Missionary Baptist Church 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services, 10:45 Worship, Battle of the Bands Competition Tuesday 7 p.m. Bible Study 693-8884 St. John Tradewinds student interest in music. Pro- Earth, Wind and Fire. Nazareth Lutheran Church For the past two years, the an- ceeds raised from the event fund But IEK has plans for an upset, Sunday 9 a.m., Sunday School 8 a.m. nual “Battle of the Bands” com- a $1,000 scholarship offered at and while the band is still build- 776-6731 petition between seasoned champs each high school in honor of Kar- ing, even Francis has credited Our Lady of Mount Carmel Charlotte Amalie High School ence deCosta, who died tragically them with some “impressive” new Saturdays 6 p.m.; Sundays 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. and up-and-coming Ivanna Eu- in 2009 on the night of her gradu- moves. IEK’s Dynamite Rays have Tuesdays and Fridays at 7 p.m. dora Kean has been legendary, ation from Charlotte Amalie High been a more visible presence in Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 a.m. 776-6339 with thousands of residents com- School. The scholarship is offered the community over the past year, ing out for a chance to witness the to one graduating senior from each performing at a number of public St. John Methodist Church ultimate face-off between the two high school. events and parades that give them Sunday 10 a.m, 693-8830 long time rivals. The competition — now in its every opportunity to practice and Seventh Day Adventist This year, the competition has third year — is divided into three hone their skills. Describing her- Saturdays, 779-4477 been scheduled for 4 p.m. on parts: a floor show (featuring every- self as a modernist, Donadelle March 31, and even though the one from the band to the school’s says she tries to offer more of the St. John Pentecostal Church schools have not officially an- flag team and cheerleaders); a back creativity and sound found at col- Sunday 11:05 a.m., 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays Prayer 7:30 p.m., nounced it, tickets are already fly- and forth battle between the two lege level band shows. Thursdays Bible Study 7:30 p.m. ing off the shelves. With the UVI marching bands; and a face off be- This year’s battle will be hosted 779-1230 Sports and Fitness Center exceed- tween each school’s drumline. by Rock City, and will feature an ing capacity last year at more than CAHS’ Marching Hawks accomplished panel of judges from St. Ursula’s Episcopal Church Sunday 9 a.m.; Bible Class, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. 3,000 people, the schools were has picked up the “Battle of the Clark and Norfolk State Universi- 777-6306 limited this year to printing 2,800 Bands” title for the past two years ties. Both marching bands will tickets for what has now become and has been practicing since Jan- also join together for a tribute to Unitarian Universalist Fellowship one of the biggest events in the uary on perfecting every aspect of the late Whitney Houston, accord- 9:45 a.m. Sunday, 776-6332 district. its show. The band plans offer its ing to organizers. Word of Faith Church The brainchild of IEK High’s fans more of what they have come Tickets to the event are being Word of Faith International Band Director Dionne Donadelle, to expect: flawless attention to de- sold in advance at both schools Christian Center, Sundays 7:30 a.m. the competition is not only meant tail, traditionally great sound, and and are $15 for adults, $10 for stu- Gifft Hill School 774-8617 to show off the talent of each pow- of course, a selection from Band dents 13 to 18 years old, and $7 for erhouse band, but to really spark Director Georgia Francis’ beloved children under 12. St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 17

ScotiaBank International Optimist Regatta, Dance Theater of Harlem Sea Star Clinic and Team Race June 18-24 Performing at Reichhold May 19 St. John Tradewinds where sportsmanship is as impor- St. John Tradewinds The 2012 Scotiabank Interna- tant as just having fun.” Passionate, energetic and artistic are just a few words used to tional Optimist Regatta (SIOR) is The three-day Scotiabank In- describe the highly-celebrated Dance Theatre of Harlem. celebrating its 20th Anniversary, ternational Optimist Regatta kicks Reichhold Center for the Arts wraps up its 2011-2012 season marking two decades of fostering off Friday June 22. on Saturday, May 19, at 8 p.m. with a captivating performance by junior sailing in the Caribbean. The regatta entry fee is $185 the talented dance group. Dates for the regatta and kick- by April 15. After this date, the Founded by Arthur Mitchell and Karel Shook, Dance Theatre off Sea Star Clinic and Sea Star fee goes up to $225 by May 15 of Harlem is the first black classical ballet company in the United Team Race are June 18 to 24. and $250 after May 15. Those that States. The company’s graceful and vigorous routines have taken Renowned as one of the first register prior to May 15 will have the dancers around the globe repeatedly. and largest regattas in the Carib- their names entered into a special The group will perform works commissioned by renowned bean to promote youth sailing, the drawing to win top-notch prizes. choreographers including Alvin Ailey, George Balenchine and 2012 SIOR welcomes participants Final registration takes place June Robert Garland. For tickets call the Reichhold Center box office this year from around the world. 21. The entry fee includes an event at 693-1559 or purchase online at www.reichholdcenter.com. “We are looking forward to T-shirt, registration goodie bag, strong representation from Carib- and all meals from Thursday June bean sailors this year with a re- 21 Welcome Party through Sun- Dept. of Ag Offering Urban and cord number of sailors from St. day’s Brunch. Maarten/St. Martin already regis- The USA’s Wiley Rogers Shore side activities include an Community Forestry Assistance tered,” said regatta director Margo wins the 2011 Scotiabank opening Parade of Nations, a Wel- St. John Tradewinds Lynch. “We have heard from teams International Optimist come Party, raffle, 20th Anniversa- The Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture’s Urban and in Canada, New Zealand and Ber- Regatta. ry Party, ice cream social, a Bingo Community Forestry (U&CF) Assistance Program announced the muda as well, in addition to large night and Caribbean-themed night availability of grant funding for the 2012 Challenge Cost-Share numbers of U.S. sailors.” “The clinic will focus on starts, that includes fire dancers. The program, an effort that encourages citizen involvement in urban More than 80 8- to 15-year-old tactics, and strategy since we are fun culminates with a beachside and community forestry projects throughout the Territory. junior sailors are expected to at- expecting around 50 sailors,” said brunch and Awards Ceremony on As part of the initiative, VI organizations and agencies may ap- tend this St. Thomas Yacht Club- clinic director Agustin Resano. “It June 24. ply for grants up to $20,000. and Virgin Island Sailing Associa- is the perfect opportunity for the Trophies will be awarded to the “The Department of Agriculture continues to encourage public tion-hosted and Caribbean Sailing small fleet Caribbean countries to top five sailors in each fleet and participation in the Urban and Community Forestry Projects, es- Association-sanctioned regatta. get together and work on those key top three overall. Additional tro- pecially new and first time applicants,” said VIDOA Commission- “Scotiabank has been a strong elements of the sport.” phies include the Peter Ives’ Per- er Louis Petersen. “This initiative infuses federal funds into our supporter of the International Op- Cost of the clinic is $300 for petual Trophy, the Chuck Fuller economy while enhancing our environment and quality of life.” timist Regatta since the very be- non-U.S. Virgin Islands registrants Sportsmanship Award and the top The VIDOA program seeks proposals for project funding from ginning, some 20 years ago,” said and $275 for U.S. Virgin Islands female sailor. The Sea Star Perpet- local government, nonprofit organizations, civic and/or educa- Lawrence Aqui, ScotiaBank vice residents, and includes breakfast ual Trophy will be inscribed with tional organizations, including but not limited to schools, hom- president, U.S. Virgin Islands. “As and lunch for the three days. Clinic the names of the sailors on the eowners’ associations, service clubs, and environmental organi- a title sponsor of this annual event, registration closes on May 15. winning team racing team. zations. The U&CF Program does not fund strictly agricultural through our global philanthropic The Sea Star Team Racing event This year’s event will follow an projects. Projects must have a forestry component to be eligible vision, the Scotiabank Bright Fu- is scheduled for June 21. eco-friendly theme. Sailors will for funding. ture Program, we bring together “We look forward to over 12 be urged to recycle all plastic wa- Matches may be met through in-kind donations and volunteer the passion of our employees, the teams competing this year,” said ter bottles, use the reusable water time. The deadline for proposal submissions for this grant cycle insight of our partners and the Lynch. “This has been a great ad- bottle in the goodie bag through- is Monday, May 7. spirit of our community.” dition to the event. Many teams out the regatta, keep all lunch bags VIDOA is looking for projects in the following areas: educa- “Scotiabank believes in the im- will use this regatta as an oppor- and wrapping out of the water and tion and public outreach about urban forests; protecting and publi- portance of encouraging kids to tunity to practice before Optimist pick up any trash on shore and ac- cizing heritage and remarkable big trees; reducing health risks due get active and involved in sports. It Worlds in the Dominican Republic cept drinks without straws. to invasive species; identifying and managing hazardous trees; helps them lead healthy lifestyles, in July.” For more information call 340- collecting data on wildlife use of urban forests; planning for and improves self-esteem, and fosters Entry fee for the team racing is 775-6320; fax: 340-775-3600, or planting urban trees; training to become arborists; developing and a sense of belonging,” said Aqui. $160 per team of four sailors. Reg- email scotiabankregatta@gmail. implementing management plans for developed areas with urban The Sea Star Clinic begins istration closes at 5 p.m. on June com. Or, for the Notice of Regatta, forests; and writing tree guidelines for communities. Monday, June 18, and runs through 20. Registration Forms, information For more information, visit the VIDOA website, www.vifresh. Wednesday, June 20. Top interna- “Sea Star Line is very pleased on hotel discounts and other infor- com and click on “Forestry.” Go to the Urban and Community tional coaches from Optisailors. to sponsor the 2012 Sea Star Line mation, visit the St. Thomas Yacht Forestry section or contact Marilyn Chakroff, Urban and Commu- com such as Agustin Resano, Clinic and Team Race for the fifth Club web site at www.styc.net nity Forestry Program Coordinator, at 778-0997 ext. 233. Chak- Gonzalo Pollitzer, Manuel Re- consecutive year,” said Keith Mc- Please also visit the Scotiabank roff is available to help with writing proposals and with identify- sano, and Esteban Rocha, as well Swain, District Manager. “Because International Optimist Regatta on ing the types of projects that may be funded. as Eric Bardes from Team FOR we believe lessons learned on the Facebook. For charter boats, con- (Florida Ocean Racing), Santiago water are life changing, we take tact Alisa Forester, McLaughlin Galan, US Virgin Islands team great pride in promoting the youth Boat Works at 1-800-784-6478, coach, and USA team coach, Jus- in events that help them build a 1-423-875-0740, or email alias@ Send letters, guest opinions & Obituaries: tine O’Connor, will teach the sail- sense of self-confidence, purpose optistuff.com or http://www.optis- [email protected] ors registered for the clinic. and discipline in an environment tuff.com. 18 St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012

Officials Open First Born Learning Trail on St. John Continued from Page 3 St. John Tradewinds solutely enthusiastic about the project.” “The real star of the day is the Westin Resort, who stepped up and said ‘This is important, there is strong Business support for this and we’re going to make it happen,’” said Brown. The seeds for the St. John Born Learning Trail were actually planted more than a decade ago, ex- Directory plained Brown. “I was here 12 years ago at a day event in this little playground and thought it would be a perfect location for this project,” she said. “For the Community Foun- St. John Tradewinds News Photo by Jaime Elliott dation this is something wonderful and shows what Accommodations Real Estate Students tour the Born Learning Trail with Caribbean Villas & Resorts Debbie Hayes, GRI you can get done when you stick to something and are tel. 1-800-338-0987 tel. 714-5808 or 340-642-5995 CFVI's Ellie Hirsh. or locally 340-776-6152 [email protected] committed to it.” www.stjohnvirealestate.com For Westin Resort officials, jumping on board to dent Mark Hardgrove. Island Getaways sponsor the Born Learning Trail was a no-brainer, 888-693-7676, Holiday Homes of St. John “This facility is a jumping off point for many of islandgetawaysinc.com tel. 776-6776 fax 693-8665 explained the resort’s Human Resources Director Jo- our guests and is a great place for families to meet in [email protected] P.O. Box 40, STJ, VI 00831 seph Paoli. the afternoons in a safe, outdoor environment,” said [email protected] “We consider the Westin to be the community of Suite St. John Villas/Condos Hardgrove. “NPS places safety as a high priority and tel. 1-800-348-8444 Islandia Real Estate St. John and we were excited to partner with a group I want the community to know that is a safe place. or locally at 340-779-4486 tel. 776-6666 fax 693-8499 to give back to our community,” said Paoli. The NPS is and always will be a partner of this com- P.O. Box 56, STJ, VI 00831 HPR officials were also excited to be able to take VIVA Vacations [email protected] munity.” tel. 779-4250 part in the project, explained the department’s Assis- After giving remarks under the stone gazebo out- P.O. Box 1747, STJ, VI 00831 tant Commissioner Stanley Smith. side of the VINP Visitors Center in Cruz Bay, officials Restaurants “We are excited to be able to be part of this proj- Concordia Cafe, 693-5855 gathered at the entrance to the playground for a rib- Architecture Happy Hour 4:30-6pm ect,” said Smith. “We’ve had a great partnership with bon cutting ceremony. After the ribbon fell, all one Crane, Robert - Architect, AIA Dinner 6-8:30pm Tues-Sat the VINP and especially since Superintendent Mark could hear was the laughter of little children enjoying tel. 776-6356 Hardgrove took over, things have really been moving P.O. Box 370, STJ, VI 00831 Fish Trap Restaurant the playground and the new Born Learning Trail. and Seafood Market in the right direction. We’re very happy to provide The St. John Born Learning Trail signs, and all six Barefoot Design Group, LLC tel. 693-9994, Closed Mondays this for the residents of St. John.” permanent sets as well as three portable sets, were all tel. 693-7665 fax 693-8411 The VINP playground is the perfect location for P.O. Box 1772, STJ, VI 00831 La Tapa Restaurant made by CFVI volunteer Leslie “Whoopsie” Rich- tel. 693-7755 the Born Learning Trail, explained VINP Superinten- ardson. Open 7 Days a Week Banking Firstbank Skinny Legs 16th Annual Ruby Rutnik Softball Tournament Set for April 13-15 Located in downtown Cruz Bay “A Pretty OK Place” 340-776-6881 tel. 340-779-4982 Continued on Page 8 is now completing her master’s continue to re-energize the Rutnik www.skinnylegs.com University, Telly was recently back Scotiabank in environmental management at family and the dedicated volun- #1 Mortgage Lender in the VI Sun Dog Cafe on St. John for a visit. Duke University. Nyeisha Smalls, teers. Scholarship applications for The Marketplace (340) 776-6552 Casual Dining at Mongoose Kristin Maize, the 2001 win- the 2002 winner, is now an educa- the 2012 awards will be available 693-8340; www.sundogcafe.com ner, worked for the Friends of the tor on St. John. at Connections on St. John and Insurance Virgin Islands National Park and The tales of the winners’ success from school guidance counselors. PGU Insuracne Services Located at The Marketplace C4th Custom Embroidery how much money was collected, but also in terms of 776-6403; [email protected] tel. 779-4047 First Mini-Flea Market Located in Coral Bay the goods donated, the number of residents who took Theodore Tunick & Company Continued from Page 10 time out of their Sunday morning to come up to the Phone 775-7001 / Fax 775-7002 Island Solar The St. John community had donated such a vari- meadow, and, most of all, the energy and good cheer www.theodoretunick.com "Off the Grid Living for 10 Years" tel. 340-642-0531 ety of treasures during the months preceding the mini- that radiated throughout the four hours of the first-ever market that the storage container had been bursting at mini-flea market. Jewelry Vezio's Custom Painting the seams. And when it was finally unloaded, gorgeous The ACC’s major flea market, “No Fleas, Please” R&I Patton goldsmithing Special Techniques Located in Mongoose Junction 340-776-6134 furniture, beautiful pictures, and myriad decorative will again be in October in the Winston Wells ball field 776-6548 or (800) 626-3445 [email protected] items were revealed. in Cruz Bay. If Sunday’s mini-market is an indication [email protected] A handsome mahogany bedstead was probably the of what can be expected to be on sale, everyone should most expensive item which sold at $500. Brand-new start marking their calendars now. Landscaping single and double mattresses were on sale. An uphol- In the meantime, ACC is accepting donations con- Alfredo’s Landscaping tel. 774-1655 cell 513-2971 stered wicker easy chair from Caneel Bay Resort was tinuously. Small items can be brought to the shelter on P.O. Box 91, St. John, VI 00831 quickly “snatched up.” Several loveseats and half a the library road in Cruz Bay, Tuesday through Satur- dozen assorted tables were on display. day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Corley and Smith can be Coral Bay Garden Center tel. 693-5579 fax 714-5628 Assorted clothing was sold for the price of a do- contacted to arrange pickup of large and heavy items, P.O. Box 1228, STJ, VI 00831 nation. Kitchen wares, comforters, an awesome col- at [email protected] and [email protected]. lection of seashells, goblets and bowls and beautiful Once again, ACC thanks Caneel Bay Resort for Propertyking tel. 643-6348 wooden boxes were all sold for miniscule prices. their donation of the 40-foot storage trailer without Landscaping & Irrigation The success of the sale could not have happened which the shelter could not stockpile sale items. And without the overall support of St. John residents. And ACC especially wishes to thank Gifft Hill School for ACC rates the “success” factors not only in terms of its generosity in offering its meadow for the event. St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 19

Increased Exports Spells Good News St. John Tradewinds Islands — can also benefit from Governor John deJongh said foreign markets. last week he was pleased to receive “Virgin Islands exporters con- data from the International Trade tinue to sell some of the most in- Administration (ITA) revealing a novative products and services Em e r g e n c y Nu m b e r s : recent surge in exports from the to world destinations, advancing Virgin Islands. President Obama’s National Ex- Land Line: 911 / Cellular: 340-776-9110 The territory saw a 21 percent port Initiative that is on pace to increase in merchandise exports double U.S. exports by the end of Friday, March 16 assistance. — from $1.9 billion to $2.3 billion 2014,” said Francisco Sanchez, 2:36 p.m. - A citizen r/ that he was threatened 8:05 p.m. - A visitor from WA p/r that someone — between 2010 to 2011, accord- Under Secretary for International by another male who brandished a 12-inch knife. broke into his vehicle. Damage to vehicle. ing to the ITA. Trade. Assault in the third. 8:25 p.m. - A citizen c/r a man down in the area During the same period, the “While many U.S. Virgin Is- 11:45 p.m. - A Coral Bay resident c/requesting of the triangle in Coral Bay. Police assistance. United States as a whole saw a 16 lands businesses are exporting, police assistance. Police assistance. Monday, March 19 percent uptick in products sold to many more firms have yet to tap Saturday, March 17 11:00 a.m. - A Mamey Peak resident p/r that he other countries. their export potential,” said Ra- 10:00 a.m. - An Estate Enighed resident p/r that recovered his stolen motorcycle. Recovered ve- “My administration has worked chel Duran, International Trade someone moved her couch and chair from in front hicle. to encourage and assist Virgin Is- Specialist of the U.S. Commer- of her residence and put them in the street. Police 12:04 p.m. - An Estate Carolina resident p/r that lands companies interested in ex- cial Service in San Juan. “Only a assistance. he thinks he knows who stole his engine. Grand porting goods to foreign markets,” small fraction of all U.S. compa- 11:40 a.m. - A Mamey Peak resident r/ that larceny. said deJongh. “The ITA numbers nies export, and of those that do, someone stole his Harley Davidson from the area 8:24 p.m. - A Cocoloba employee c/r a distur- show the success of our policies 58 percent sell to only one foreign of Mamey Peak. Unauthorized use of vehicle. bance. Disturbance of the peace. and the promise for additional market. There’s plenty of room to 2:52 p.m. - An employee of L&L Jeep Rental Tuesday, March 20 economic growth through export grow more exports.” employee p/r that one of the vehicles was returned 10:52 a.m. - A National Park Service employee markets. The Virgin Islands has Several months ago, the Virgin with damages. Damage to vehicle. c/r a man drowning. Police assistance. yet to truly realize the tremendous Islands received a federal grant to 3:15 p.m. - A citizen p/r that $300 was removed 1:42 p.m. - An Estate Pastory resident c/r that potential of international trade.” study the export market, including from $800 that she left in a bag on a ferry boat. his vehicle was damaged. Damage to a vehicle. DeJongh noted that exporting how local companies can access Grand larceny. Wednesday, March 21 is not limited to manufacturing — it. Last month, deJongh attended Sunday, March 18 8:35 a.m. - An Estate Glucksberg resident p/r professional service providers like a Southern Governors business 3:24 a.m. - The Government of the Virgin Is- that someone cut the top of his safari taxi. Damage legal and accounting businesses, a meeting in Washington D.C. fo- lands c/r hearing shots fired in the area of Hillcrest. to vehicle. traditional strength for the Virgin cusing on export markets. Shots fired. 12:25 p.m. - A Guinea Grove resident p/r that 4:39 a.m. - A citizen c/requesting police assis- a vagrant is constantly coming on to the Westin tance. Police assistance. property. Trespassing. Art In the Garden May 12 10:35 a.m. - A citizen p/r an assault in the area Thursday, March 22 St. John Tradewinds of Wharfside Village. Assault in the third. 1:20 p.m. - A Bellevue Village resident p/re- The Arts Alive Annual Spring Art in the Garden is coming once again 12:04 p.m. - A St. Thomas resident c/r an as- questing police assistance. Police assistance. to Tillett Gardens on Saturday, May 12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. sault in the area of Wharfside Village. Assault in 11:26 p.m. - An Estate Grunwald resident It’s going to be a fun filled day with great opportunities to get last the third. r/a disturbance in Cruz Bay. Disturbance of the minute Mother’s Day shopping done. Come see the work of local artists, 2:35 p.m. - A citizen p/r an assault. Aggravated peace. listen to the sounds of wonderful local musicians, eat great food and get assault and battery. Friday, March 23 those kids involved in art — hands on. 3:15 p.m. - An Estate Contant resident r/ that 1:00 a.m. - A guest at the Westin Resort r/ a Admission is free and Tillett Gardens is located across from Four someone placed cat feces on her driveway. Police missing person. Police assistance. Winds Plaza on Route 38 East, 4126 Anna’s Retreat, St. Thomas. Kids will have a chance to create their own artwork at the Children’s Art Table from 12 to 4 p.m. on the porch of Water Candy. Live entertainment and music will start at 12 p.m. and continue Crime Stoppers U.S.V.I. throughout the day until 4 p.m. There will be a raffle prize fundraiser all day with winners announced every hour. The winners of the Arts Alive Group Seeks Information on Crimes Diner’s Delight restaurant raffle will also be announced at 2 p.m. More than 25 restaurants have donated gift certificates for the pack- Crime Stoppers needs the community’s help to If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of sto- age and it’s valued at over $1,200. Tickets are on sale now for the raffle solve the following crimes. If anyone knows some- len property, illegal drugs, or weapons, tipsters from any Arts Alive Board Member or at the Arts Alive office in Tillett thing, they should say something, as law enforce- will receive a cash reward of up to $2,500. The Gardens; one for $5, or five for $20. ment cannot control crime without help. Even the minimum reward for the arrest of an armed robber Festival-goers, artists and musicians alike will also have an opportuni- smallest bit of information may be just what law is $900. Only anonymous callers to Crime Stop- ty to satisfy their sweet tooth and enjoy baked goods from the third annual enforcement needs to solve these cases. pers are eligible for these cash rewards. Arts Alive Bake-Off/Cookie Challenge set to take place during the event. St. John So far this year tips have helped law enforce- Open to all island bakers, cookie entries will be judged on taste, texture, On January 5 at 12:49 a.m., a visitor was robbed ment make at least five additional arrests, which presentation and creativity. The winning cookie will be announced at 11 as he was walking past the graveyard on Gallows led to the recovery of two illegal weapons and a.m. and its baker will be awarded a cash prize of $100. After the an- Point Road back to Sea Grape Lane. The two rob- $11,000 worth of cash and illegal drugs. Based nouncement, all cookies will be on sale to benefit Arts Alive. bers are described as black males, slim builds, on these arrests, Crime Stoppers authorized five For booth space rental or for more information call 776-8566 or stop between 5’6”-5’9”, and were wearing white shirts rewards totaling $4,607. If you submitted a tip in by the Arts Alive office in Tillett Gardens.This project is supported by a and blue shorts. An iPhone 4 and $35 in cash were the last 10 months, please check to see if your tip grant from the Virgin Islands Council on the Arts and the National En- stolen from the victim. qualifies for a reward. dowment for the Arts, a federal agency in Washington, D.C. 20 St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 PREMIER Crossword

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

Thursday, March 28 social development program — Mark those calendars for 5th grade children which for Thursday, March 28, when utilizes ballroom dancing as a Moore will lead an African vehicle to change the lives of Dance Master Class from 5 to not only the children who par- 6 p.m. at the St. John School of ticipate in the program but also the Arts. The class is free and is the lives of the teachers and open to beginners to advanced families who support these chil- dancers from eight years old to dren, is gearing up for an eve- adult. ning of dance, drink and fun to Saturday, March 31 take place on Saturday, March — The entire St. John com- 31, at Rhumblines Restaurant. munity is invited to Miss Vie’s Doors open at 9:30 p.m. Campground on the East End Saturday, April 14 for an Old Tyme Fish Fry on — The St. John Montes- Saturday, March 31, from 1 to sori School will host its annual 8 p.m. Stop by and enjoy tradi- Kid’s Fest Fish Fry on Satur- tional music, food and arts and day, April 14, from 1 to 5 p.m. crafts. The music will start at at the school. 5 p.m. Come experience some — The University of the Vir- local hospitality. For more in- gin Islands-Virgin Islands Uni- formation call Karen Samuel at versity Center for Excellence 514-8897. in Developmental Disabilities — Join the youth sailing or- will host the 5th Annual Autism ganization St. John Kids And Conference on April 18 on the The Sea on Saturday, March St. Thomas campus.Advanced 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for registration is required. Regis- a sunset sail aboard the historic ter on-line at www.viucedd.org Roseway. Departure will be or contact Jerae Forde at 776- “ISLE SAY!” island? 4 Puma rival 63 Test of inner courage from the KATS dinghy dock 9200 ext. 2334. 73 Assents to 5 Minicam button abbr. 64 Keep an — the ground ACROSS 76 Event for the accused 6 Switzerland’s capital, to 66 Former HHS chief Donna directly behind Skinny Legs Saturday, May 12 1 Wilde who’s often quoted 77 “Sliver” novelist Levin the French 69 Bearing at 5 p.m. Tickets are $75 and The Arts Alive Annual 6 Deli meat 78 Not far off 7 Kimono securers 70 Battles it out 13 Versatile furniture item 82 Short play or opera 8 Perplexed 71 Mine car the number of passengers is Spring Art in the Garden is 20 Huge crowd 84 Skull caps? 9 Prompt 72 Notre — limited. For more details call coming once again to Tillett 21 Black piano keys, infor- 87 Mucky earth 10 Limy vodka cocktails 73 — and aahs mally 88 Top dog on an island? 11 Author Zora — Hurston 74 Leg bender 514-3718. Gardens on Saturday, May 12, 22 Greed 90 Using both TV and radio 12 Mule’s father 75 Chair or pew — Dancing Classrooms, a from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 23 Winter holiday cry on an on an island? 13 Filling fully 79 Chain of hills island? 93 “— free!” (hostage’s cry) 14 Carry to extremes 80 Musician Eno 25 Decuple 94 Atop, to bards 15 Air circulator 81 Fungi in a supermarket 26 Made haste 96 Lerner’s “My Fair Lady” 16 Dog’s sound 83 Sys — 27 Impart gradually collaborator 17 Tundra or rain forest 84 Make a case against? 28 Round Table address 97 Tank filler 18 Great acclamation 85 Gambit 29 Hollywood’s West 98 Arctic covering 19 “Fiddle- —!” 86 Holy Mlle. Alcholics Anonymous Meetings 30 Church recess 102 Site for a cyberauction 24 Sounds from steam irons 89 — flight (go by plane) Alcoholics Anonymous meets as scheduled: Sundays, 9:45 32 Event for socializing 104 “— we met?” 28 Mineo of “Tonka” 91 Revolving with a celebrity on an 106 “My Way” singer on an 31 Little kiss 92 Entrée, e.g. a.m. at Hawksnest Bay Beach; Closed meetings for alcohol- island? island? 33 “I did it!” 95 Put on a detour ics only at Nazareth Lutheran Church in Cruz Bay at 6 p.m 36 Feels in one’s bones 110 Heap 34 Amino acid supplement 99 Will concern 39 Atkins of country 111 Snakelike fish popular with bodybuild- 100 Person swearing on Tuesdays; Open meetings on Mondays, Wednesdays and 41 George Bush’s rival in 112 Make the effort ers 101 Lowell or Tan Fridays at 6 p.m. at Nazareth Lutheran Church; Tuesdays, 2000 113 More suggestive of an 35 Prefix with fit 103 — -wire fence 42 Lead-in for skeleton equine 36 — -Croatian 105 Spoken Thursdays and Saturdays at 6 p.m. at Moravian Church, Coral 43 Viola relative 116 Ostrich relative 37 Affluent outlying area 106 Eats Bay. 45 Sorrowful 120 Paradoxes 38 Peace award 107 Replenish 47 Musical practice piece 123 Drawer of needlessly 39 Solving aid 108 Still kicking Narcotics Anonymous Meetings 51 1980s puzzle fad on an complex machines on 40 Boot-sole reinforcer 109 Spasm Narcotics Anonymous has open meetings from 6:30 to 7:30 island? an island? 44 Kind of PC screen 110 Lowly types 54 “9 to 5” singer on an 125 Veer 46 Gym rat’s “six-pack” 114 “Smooth Operator” p.m. every Saturday at St. Ursula’s Church. island? 126 Was overly fond of 48 — Reader (magazine singer Al-Anon Meetings 58 Engendered 127 Actor Foxx name) 115 Stereotypical lab assis- 59 Disaffirms 128 Feel weak in the heat 49 Executes tant Al-Anon meets on St. John every Monday at Scandic 61 Not made up for, as sins 129 Spring farm machines 50 Terminations 117 Prefix for “half” Executive Service's meeting room in Mongoose Junction 62 Bind legally 130 More cagey 52 “Got it, bro” 118 — Canal 65 Barbecue botherer 53 “— She Sweet” 119 Antiquing aid from 6:30 to 7:30pm; and every Tuesday from 1 to 2 p.m. at 66 Russian vodka brand, for DOWN 55 Guitar’s kin 121 Baseball’s Hodges short 1 Units of resistance 56 “— pronounce you ...” 122 Tatami, e.g. the VINP ball field bleachers. Warm line: 340-642-3263. 67 Snaky shape 2 Ivory, e.g. 57 Pol Sarah 123 Radio spots 68 1939 Oscar winner on an 3 Mötley — 60 Moral system 124 Radio personalities St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 21

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______St. John Tradewinds, March 26-April 1, 2012 23 DeJongh Administration Strategizes Priorities for Agenda Through 2014 St. John Tradewinds broadband; Virgin Islands inclusion, for the first time, in On Tuesday, March 20, Governor John deJongh convened calculating the national Gross Domestic Product and other a strategy session of his Cabinet, various instrumentalities initiatives. of the government and Government House staff to map out The administration has also reformed the emergency the strategic priorities of the deJongh/Francis Administra- management structure in the Territory, making VITEMA a tion through 2014. stand alone, Cabinet-level agency and completely revamped The day-long session was conducted in partnership with the 911 system in the Virgin Islands. the National Governor’s Association and was facilitated by Additionally, a major initiative is underway to raise the NGA Office of Management Consulting and Training Di- level of awareness and preparedness in the territory for not rector Nikki Guilford. only hurricanes but tsunamis and other natural disasters. The governor urged those gathered at the Government The governor referenced the economic realities associ- House strategy session “to continue to think outside the ated with the HOVENSA closure. box,” indicating “the tremendous capacity of the govern- “It is imperative that the efforts of the government con- ment in collaborating to provide services in the best interest tinue to focus not only on creating jobs and transitioning our of all Virgin Islands people.” fuel-based economy to embracing alternative energy sys- He spoke of the ongoing work of the government in year tems, but to similarly take steps that increase the standard six of his Administration as “providing a unified front in Governor John deJongh engaged in and quality of life for all residents and visitors, alike,” said creating long-lasting impacts on our community and in the discussion during last week's NGA strategy deJongh. “Our focus is rooted in the belief that our people development of our people.” session with members of his Cabinet and are our greatest asset, and through education, workforce de- The strategy session was organized to develop a solid Government House staff velopment and trainings, we increase opportunities for all plan for ensuring the full implementation of the deJongh/ Virgin Islanders and continue to build a foundation for the Francis Administration’s key priorities by January 2015 and portunities to increase economic development; facilitate next generation.” to refine staff roles in championing the governor’s agenda. small business expansion through loan and other retention At the close of last week’s session, participants had out- Throughout the day, administration heads discussed vari- programs; utilize tax increment financing for capital proj- lined a comprehensive agenda for the deJongh/Francis Ad- ous initiatives and formalized detailed plans towards im- ects; streamline government operations, including online ministration’s next two and a half years, through January plementing key components in each of five priority areas, capabilities and the government’s permitting process; se- 2015, based on the governor’s vision of advancing opportu- including: economic development; health care; education; cure the rum industry in the Virgin Islands; return cruise nities for residents, especially amongst youth, streamlining public safety; and energy issues. ships to St. Croix; expand marine industry growth; increase government operations and setting an agenda of change and The administration has been proactive in embracing op- airlift; provide the foundation for cheaper, more reliable reform towards a brighter Virgin Islands future.

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