Seen in photo above At the 389th Anniversary of the Landing of the Pilgrims and the 190th Annual Meeting of the Pilgrim Society l-r are Mr. Young, Governor Deval Patrick, Peggy Baker, retiring director of the Pilgrim Hall Museum and the distinguish Reverend, Doctor, Knight and more -Peter Gomes who did a marvelous job introducing Governor Patrick. Rev. Gomes has been selected to chair the 400th Anniversary Committee
The Pilgrim Hall Museum contains artifact collections, artwork, a library and archives. Prominent pieces include original Pilgrim era artifacts, such as the original Brewster Chair and a 1651 portrait of Edward Winslow, the only known Pilgrim portrait. The museum owns the 1626 shipwreck of the Sparrow Hawk, the only known remains of a trans-Atlantic 17th century ship, but the ship is currently (2009) displayed at the Cape Cod . See other photos on page 12
On December 9th, 2009, noted author, intellectual and foreign correspondent of the CVN Marcel Gomes Balla presented a highly important lecture and painting exhibit on the campus Cape Verde’s University located in Palmarejo, located on the island of Santiago. The exhibit took place over a 13 day period and featured dozens of portraits of well known leaders over a period of time in the history of the discovery of Cape Verde some 550 years.
Mr. Balla began his research of the history of Cape Verde in 1997 and despite a number of set backs that included having his home vandalized, and a serious medical condition he continued his research and became even more determined to complete his study because he knew that would make Cape Verdeans around the world proud to understand the important role that Cape Verde has played in shaping world history for over 550 years.
Mr. Balla’s art exhibit and lecture was organized by the students of the University studying the history of Cape Verde. (See page 3 and read a reprint of an article that appear in February 2009 edition of the CVN. (Editoral comment: “Good work Marcel, Cape Verdeans around the world owe you a major debt of gratitude, thank you.
Dr. John J. Ramos Jr. The Superintendent of the Bridgeport Public Schools to receive the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Award from the Consulate of Israel on January 20th at the UJA/ Fedeation of Eastern Fairfield County in Bridgeport, Connecticut ..seepage 4 for full story
Dr. Ramos to receive MLK Award from Israeli Consulate
Team Builders’ Michael Jackson : Remembered tribute at the “Z” great
Hats off to Team Builders Inc’s Michael Jackson tribute titled “The Legend Remembered held December 11th, 2009 at the Zeiterion Theatre before a pack house of both young and old fans.
The artistic Director for the wonderful tribute that brought tears to the eyes of folks was Brent Tavares seen in the photo above with his brother Marcus on the right. The goal of Team Builders Inc a non-profit organization and its Executive Director, Deborah Bastoni, is to bring together youths and their family to promotemusic, dance and various forms to artistic expression. See photos and help on page 5
Brent and Marcus Tavares sparkled
Maria DeBarros’s new album “Morabeza” nominated for NAACP Image Award, now she needs our support and votes!!! (M
Go to page 6 and see a full list of nominees for various categories. Maria has been nominated under the category of “World Music. You can see the NAACP Image award program on February 26th, on you local Fox TV station.
The Vikings of Wareham High School’s basketball team came away Division champions of the 2010 Burgo Basketball Association’s Holiday Tournament held January 3rd at the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational High School located in New Bedford. The CVN congratulates the Vikings and their coach Kevin and wishes them continue success. See more photos on page 8
Reverend, Professor, Doctor, Knight Peter Gomes is Chairman 400 Anniversary Committee, celebrating the Landing of the Pilgrim Plymouth
