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From thebahamasweekly.com - Arts & Culture
Freeport, Bahamas - The annual Grand Bahama Junior Junkanoo Parade set to take place January 9th has been postponed to Friday, January 15th. The parade will start at 6:o0pm in the downtown area. Approximately 2000 children from 18 schools will be participating. Tickets for seating are $5, $10, of $15. A competitive display of indigenous Junkanoo music, dance and festive costumes by Primary and Secondary Schools of Grand Bahama will be seen. Bahamas Ministry of Tourism's website says, 'The Junior Junkanoo programme is very important because it is the life blood for the survival of future Junkanoo. It impacts the students in a way and adds to the school spirit, enhances self pride, builds self esteem and contributes to the overall patriotism of the students. In addition, it provides opportunities for them to learn through their involvement in the programme. It assists students in research, planning, organizing, critical thinking, problem solving and role playing activities and stimulates the development of creativity... © Copyright 2010 by thebahamasweekly.com - |
