Razors and Diapers, company founder Pete Saunders started Razors and Diapers as a blog in 2009, and has  evolved the company into a professional online resource portal offering fatherhood-related information, resources, and products for sale.  Razors and Diapers is all about empowering fathers and promoting positive fatherhood, while Chewstick empowers the individual to enrich all, so that this competition is an exciting opportunity for Chewstick to assist with celebrating the positive elements of our community and providing as many people as possible the chance to share their stories.”

The “Brag About Dad” competition is open to residents ages 5 and up, who will submit their entries as poems; short stories of no more than 1,000 words; musical pieces, art pieces; or videos, no longer than 2 minutes. Entries can be submitted via email at submissions@chewstick.org, these can be emailed web links to videos, or attachments in Microsoft Word format, or jpeg images of works of art. For more information check out links on  Chewstick’s or Razors and Diapers’  Facebook page. There will be amazing prizes for the winners of each of the three age categories – kids category (5-12), juniors (13-19), and adults (20+). A complete list of sponsors and prizes will be updated here on an ongoing basis.

Dads deserve a lot of credit. So this Father’s Day, let us all celebrate the great things Dad does and is known for.

Entrants are asked to submit entries between Tuesday, May 1st and Friday, June 1st 2012. For further information call Razors and Diapers at 338-3344 or The Chewstick Foundation at 292-2439.  Mark the date, June 10th for the announcement of the winner at the Razors and Diapers “Celebrating Fatherhood Brunch and Scavenger Hunt”, taking place at the Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo, starting at 11am. For more information on Razors and Diapers visit www.razorsandiapers.com.

Submission Guidelines:

• Must be an original video, poem, short story, monologue, drawing or painting.
• Videos should have a running time of no more than 2 minutes.
• Videos can be submitted on DVD, CD, USB, or web link.
• Any topic, genre, or technique (animation, CG, music video etc.) can be submitted.
• Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of volunteer judges.
• Submissions are due no later than Friday, June 1st 2012, by 5pm.

Friday, April 20th, poetry will be taking over the Chewstick lounge, with “Poetic License II” featuring Trinidadian Spoken New York Spoken word Artist, Samantha Thornhill and a mix of local poets and artists.“Poetic License”, is an evening of poetry and spoken word starting at 8pm at The Chewstick Neo-Griot Lounge & Cafe’ it will feature, spoken word artist and authour, Samantha Thornhill. She will joined by Bermudian vocalist and poet Joy T Barnum and a group performance by ChewSLAM. It’s an event not to be missed, as this a chance to experience a medley of poetic expression across cultural lines. It will be an amazing evening hosted by Chewstick’s own Soca Monarch, Tanzaoui who is sure to bring a high energy, entertaining and amusing style to the stage.

Samantha Thornhill

Poetic License, will be Samantha’s debut performance in Bermuda, her dynamic mix of Trini-flair and New York flow will surely captivate the audience. This evening will see her share her talents alongside Bermudians, showcasing awe-inspiring, conscious, and sensual poetry. Tickets are FREE, for a night you won’t forget. Samantha is passionate about taking her poetry to the streets and as a member of Pop Up Poets she is adept at impromptu and captivating delivery that will be a real treat. Her presence is a valuable addition to the Poetic License series, which is designed to spotlight the beauty, expression and richness of storytelling through poetic artistry.

This is the chance to not only experience a great international poet but to appreciate poetry in a new light. The poets involved are excited to share their talents on April 20th, and to connect with the audience in a different way. Do not miss the opportunity to experience a  dynamic performance and international collaboration.  Enjoy the vibes, celebrate live entertainment at its best, and experience Poetic License and storytelling in its many forms. Following the performance everyone is invited to dance into the night with a soca after party and plenty of vibes!

The performance, to start at 8pm will be streamed live on the Chewstick website (www.chewstick.org) to share the experience with supporters from around the world. Find out more about Samantha at samanthaspeaks.com. Entry is free, but donations toward The Chewstick Foundation are greatly appreciated. Advance payment can be made at Chewstick Headquarters between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Seating is limited so get your tickets early! For more information call 292-2439 (CHEW), 535-2575 or email info@chewstick.org.

Feature: Samantha Thornhill

Date: Friday, April 20th

Admission: FREE

Doors open: 7pm

Showtime: 8pm (or when the seats are nearly full… so come Early!)

After-party til 1ish

Friday, April 6th, we’re producing the Bermuda Good Friday KiteFest a cultural event, focused on bringing people together in the spirit of community and national pride. The entire event will be hosted by Hott 107.5’s Nikita Robinson. With music starting at 10a.m. followed by live performances later
Performers include:
Big Snipes
Missian
Amora Rose
Rivah
Joy T. Barnum
Gavin Djata Smith and many more!

Bermuda KiteFest will feature a Kite Competition, categories include:

Best Traditional Bermuda Kite
Longest Tail
Biggest Kite
Smallest Kite
Best Design
Best Boxy
Most Innovative Kite Design
Highest Kite
Best Stunt Kite Pilot
Loudest Kite
Best Visitor Kite
even Ugliest Kite

The only criteria is that they all have to fly. Just come through with your kite and enter right there on the sand. It is free to enter the competition for the chance to win prizes courtesy of KiteFest sponsors The Bermuda Department of Tourism and BELCo.

Everyone is encouraged to attend this fun festival and to celebrate one of Bermuda’s longest standing and iconic family traditions, on the most beautiful beach in Bermuda. If you would like to find out more information call 292-2439 or email info@chewstick.org.

Live video from your Android device on Ustream

Saturday, March 17th and Sunday.March 18th, poetry will be taking over the Chewstick lounge, with “Poetic License”  and an Advance poetry workshop, both featuring Canada’s #1 Spoken word Artist, Dwayne Morgan and a mix of local poets and artists.

“Poetic License”, is an evening of poetry and spoken word starting at 8pm at The Chewstick Neo-Griot Lounge & Cafe’ it will feature, Canadian spoken word artist and authour, Dwayne Morgan. He will joined by lyrical mastermind Tiffany Paynter and a group performance by ChewSLAM. It’s an event event not to be missed as this  a chance to see poetic expression and the subtle nuances across geographical, generational and gender lines. It will be an amazing evening hosted by  Bermuda’s most-prolific spoken word artist, die hard storyteller, and industrious graphic designer, Stephan Johnstone.

Poetic License, will be Dwayne Morgan’s debut  performance in Bermuda and promises to be simply epic. He has performed around the world as a spoken word artist, social entrepreneur and all around dynamic presence. This evening will see him share his talents alongside some of the best poetic talents Bermuda has to offer.   Tickets are $10, for a night you won’t soon forget, as an eclectic mix of poetry will penetrate the senses and tantalize your palette for verbal artistry.  Dwayne is an amazingly emotive performer with a unique style, flair, and effect on the audience, while Tiffany has emerged as the quintessential female presence in Bermuda’s poetic identity, while ChewSLAM will unveil a brand new piece that will undoubtedly blow the audience away.

Poetic License is designed to spotlight the beauty, expression and richness of storytelling through poetic artistry. This will be the chance to not only experience a great international poet but to appreciate poetry in a new light, and for each poet to tell their individual stories.  The poets involved are excited to share their talents talents on March 17th, to connect with the audience in a totally unique way. Do not miss the opportunity to experience a medley of dynamic performance, expression and collaboration. The mix of youth, maturity, cultures, and delivery will lure you into the depths of  expression and take you on a journey, leaving  you hungry for more. Enjoy the vibes, celebrate live entertainment at its best, and experience Poetic License and storytelling in its many forms.

The performance to start at 8pm will be streamed live on the Chewstick website (www.chewstick.org)  to share the experience with supporters from around the world. Find out more about Dwayne at www.dwaynemorgan.ca. Tickets  are $10 with proceeds in aid of The Chewstick Foundation. Advance payment can be made at Chewstick Headquarters between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Seating is limited so get your tickets early! For more information call 292-2439 (CHEW), 535-2575 or email info@chewstick.org.

Danya Steele’s work is committed to bettering the world through youth development, media, and inspiring people to take on their own destinies. Her work focuses heavily on storytelling and chronicling experiences to empower future generations. She is currently writing a book which highlights emerging young leaders who are changing South Africa in the post-apartheid era. She left a very comfortable job in 2009 to do this because she felt these were stories that needed to be told. Danya Steele is committed to mutual empowerment and to encouraging self-reflection in order to live with purpose.

We have organized a few events so that Ms. Steele’s influence achieves maximum positive impact. She has a wealth of experience in heading non-profits focused on Youth Empowerment. Her approach is always interactive and inspirational; at 27 years old she has already made her mark on the globe and has a passion for helping others to do so as well. Ms. Steele’s work strives to promote understanding of diverse cultures by encouraging self-reflective living and sharing.

This is our first venture in having an international facilitator as part of their highly successful Retreat program, and will be an ideal opportunity for personal and mutual growth and collaboration across geographical lines. The 2012 Winter Retreat promises to be the best ever, as we are encouraging participants to unplug from the hustle and bustle of the daily grind and to reconnect with themselves. Participants will be encouraged to share individual gifts & passions, learn about conscious living and cultivate their own personal story and destiny. Along with Ms. Steele’s workshop there will be workshops on African drumming, song-writing, yoga, fitness, guitar, demonstrations on head wrapping, healthy cooking, time for self-reflection, and more.

Danya Steele from Brandon Sammut on Vimeo.

What I am mostly interested in is inspiring people to think about how their lives are going and how to make that work for them no matter what they may view as current obstacles or circumstances. I would highlight all of the many tools we all have at our fingertips to manifest dreams and make things happen. This talk applies to literally anyone, and can be tweaked according to the audience (whether it’s youth or women). I would come with a presentation and some interactive exercises to get people thinking about themselves and their own lives. – Danya Steele

We invite you to attend any one of the events listed above or sign up for the Winter Retreat on www.chewstick.org, the price breakdown for members, non-members, youth, and families are included in the article here. Alternatively sign-ups can be made by phone on 292-2439 or by e-mailing your information to info@chewstick.org.

Find out more about Danya here:

www.danyasteele.com

www.essence.com

www.clutchmagonline.com

www.30summit.com

Opening group circle

Anyone that has experienced The Chewstick Foundation’s Retreats knows that this program is nothing short of life-changing. Originally conceptualized as an annual event, the Retreats have quickly become a staple of the Chewstick Foundation’s programs designed to break down barriers and empower individuals to re-engage with themselves and connect with one another on a whole new level. We successfully held three Retreat weekends in 2011 and will continue into 2012 and beyond.

The 2012 Retreats will be: WINTER – February 17^th to 19^th, SUMMER – June 29^th to July 1^st , and FALL – October 5^th to 7^th.

Retreats feature participant-led workshops, collaborations, group activities and quiet time dedicated to enhancing the overall process of personal and collective growth. Despite what you may think, everyone is creative in some way, including and especially YOU! No matter your area of interest or skill level, all are welcome and encouraged to participate, no experience necessary. Participants leave with new, deep, personal relationships and continue their collaborations and creative growth well beyond the focused weekends.

On each Retreat will utilize a “Bredren” system, which serves to enhance the experience by partnering participants up to create a personal bond and encourage collaboration with unlikely individuals. This system allows participants to see that they can indeed learn lessons from everyone around them and at times all that is needed is the opportunity to deepen without distractions. The Retreats provide an opportunity to remove the distractions of everyday life and foster camaraderie in a safe space, off the main island of Bermuda. We encourage participants to unplug from their cell phones and the worries of daily living and give in to a totally creative weekend. Space is limited for this special event and we are inviting participants to take part in a journey along with roughly 40 participants for this tremendous, life-changing personal adventure. Participants depart from the dock on Friday evening at 6 PM and are returned to the mainland on Sunday evening at 2pm.

Guest Participant Facilitators

Special Guest Participant Facilitator: Author, Activist Change-Agent - Danya Steele.

To enhance the Retreat experience we will be inviting guest facilitators from around the world to join us. The first Retreat for 2012 will welcome international presenter, Danya Steele to the Winter Retreat. She is an author, entrepreneur, speaker and change agent. She has worked with a number of organizations focused on youth development and will present a Break-Out Session on the intrinsic ability each of us have to create our world by doing. During her time in Bermuda she will also be presenting to students at both Berkeley and CedarBridge and will share a bit on lessons she has learned on her life’s journey. We are very excited to include Danya, as she has done a lot of work in the United States and South Africa with the aim of breaking down barriers and bringing communities together and has valuable insight that can enhance the way we move forward in our lives.  More information on Danya Steele is available here. If you have suggestions for potential participant facilitators please let us know and we will do our best to make it happen. Stay tuned as we let you know about the Summer and Fall Guest Participant Facilitators.

Break-out Sessions

Performance Workshop

Break-out Sessions are 1.5-3 hour workshops that offer insight into a variety of fields that all help participants to deepen personally and collectively. They are led by passionate people that want to share their fields of expertise and personal experience in a safe and organic environment.  All attendees are invited (though not required) to submit a Break-out Session option for consideration, and everyone who attends is expected to bring a passion for learning and sharing.  There are 3 Break-Out Sessions scheduled for each Retreat, with up to 12 options to choose from. We don’t know who will attend well in advance, so it is difficult to let you know what each Retreat will offer specifically, but in the past Break-out Sessions have included:

• Yoga
• The Knowing-Doing Gap (Personal Empowerment Strategies)
• Creative Writing
• Capoeira
• Life Drawing
• Photography
• Salsa
• Advanced Blues Guitar
• Head Wrapping Techniques
• and more!

Fun Stuff

Fireside sharing

Apart from all the deepening exercises that are central to The Retreat, it’s also a lot of FUN! Attendees have the option to participate in  fun activities such as:

• Hiking/Exploring
• Swimming
• Bocce Tournament
• Football
• Yoga
• Salsa
• Chess
• Jamming
• Fishing (provide your own equipment ; )
• Fireside Sing-alongs
• Sitting off on the rocks
• and more!

What do Participants Need to Bring?

The Retreats alternate between Ports Island and Paget Island, two of the most beautiful and fully equipped islands in Bermuda. Unlike traditional “camping”, each island is fully equipped with plenty of beds, full kitchen and dining areas and bathroom facilities –making this excursion quite the opposite of “roughing it”, but you still need to bring a few things.

Essentials:

• Pillow, Bedding, Sleeping Bag and/or something to keep you warm
• Clothing (2 sets of day wear/night wear etc. recommended)
• Sneakers, Sandals, Boots etc.
• Pajamas
• Swimsuit/Swim Shoes
• Towel (bath and swim towels recommended)
• Toiletries
• Flashlight
• Plate/cup/cutlery
• Good vibes

Optional:

• Any snacks you may want
• Chair (if you don’t bring it, be prepared to sit on the ground!)
• Camera
• Any other tools you need for your craft (musical instruments, notepad, sketchbook, art supplies, etc.) If unsure, contact us for more information.
• Lotion, sunscreen, hand sanitizer etc.
• Laptop (wifi is available : )
• Bug repellant (though we haven’t had any problems with mosquitoes etc.)
• Games (no electronic games please)

Please Do Not Bring:

• Bad vibes
• Portable game systems
• Pets
• Any illicit substances or materials
• Anything you cannot carry yourself

Young people inspiring each other - and everyone!

Under 18
We are proud to be able to offer the opportunity for young people ages 6-18 to be able to attend and participate. The youngest will be taken care of by a child care provider away from the different workshops, while those willing and able to participate in deepening activities will be allowed to. Those under 18 will be required to get parental consent as well as an over 18 chaperon. If a chaperone cannot be identified we would be willing to ask other mature attendees if one would be able to be a personal chaperone for you. Please inquire well in advance if you will be bringing a child or if you need a chaperone.

Price to attend

We try to subsidize The Retreats to make them as affordable as possible. Because of this, participants are expected to help out wherever they can, whether it be with moving equipment, helping prepare meals or general tidy up. This will not be strenuous work and will help foster the bond with other Retreat participants. The  Retreat charge includes transport to/from the Island, all meals stated above, housing, workshops, Break-Out Sessions, necessary supplies, acoustic fireside, open-mic jam session and plenty of vibes!  The price breakdown is as follows:

The Chewstick Foundation in its commitment to breaking down social barriers and celebrating storytelling in all its forms will be holding their 1st Annual Bakatown Short Film Festival starting Thursday, January 26th and continuing through to Saturday, January 28th. The 1st edition of the Bakatown Film Festival promises to be one of the best ever, as Chewstick will host a series of events celebrating local film culture, storytelling and production, culminating with a showing of short films from around the world, screened at Liberty Theatre on Saturday, January 28th. This is a project developed in conjunction with the Future Shorts Film Festival based in England. The Future Shorts Festival allows anyone, anywhere to host a screening of the Future Shorts programme – a feature length programme of the award winning short films from around the world.

The Bakatown Short Film Festival is a celebration of the art of film making.  It encourages and supports independent filmmakers from Bermuda and around the world, by bringing to Bermuda a dazzling array of short films from a select group of directors. The Bakatown Short Film Festival promotes understanding of diverse cultures by displaying the passions and unique vision of these filmmakers, and promises to both entertain and educate viewers. The Chewstick Foundation is very happy to have received sponsorship from the Economic Empowerment Zones Agency and Digicel whose support is graciously appreciated as we collaborate to revitalize the Bakatown area and dispel the misinformation that challenges its vitality. Gavin Djata Smith, Executive Director of The Chewstick Foundation explains that “Apart from Chewstick’s primary aim to be an avenue for personal growth, our secondary aim is to be a positive force in Bermuda generally and “Back of Town” specifically; constantly embedding our youth, arts, cultural and community programs in the heart of this region. In this vein we are proud to re-envision this area by embracing the “Back of Town” legacy and reintroducing it as “Bakatown”; to both celebrate the deep cultural history of the area while at the same time marking a new chapter in its history as a revitalized center of Bermudian history, culture and pride. The Bakatown Short Film Festival is our first introduction of the theme that we aim to be a major game changer for the North Hamilton Community and Bermuda as a whole. And Future Shorts creates a unique opportunity to embark on this new path”.

Future Shorts (www.futureshorts.com) is the largest short film network in the world, since 2003 they have worked to develop a platform for filmmakers to engage people from across the globe, through film. Future Shorts is an amazing company whose pop up film festival, The Future Shorts Festival is the largest of its kind; the goal is to encourage an international screening network to show films that cross, cultural and geographic boundaries, to create a global community. The Chewstick Foundation are honored to have become part of this network and to have found a partner organization to help The Chewstick Movement change the world, break down barriers, and celebrate and empower storytelling in all its forms. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Economic Empowerment Zones Agency we are able to hold the festival events free of charge with the exception of the Liberty Theatre Future Shorts screening, which will be $30 (20$ for Chewstick Members).

The Bakatown Short Film Festival will take place over three days starting on at The Chewstick Neo-Griot Lounge on Thursday, January 26 at 6pm with a screening of local submissions followed by a discussion on the filmmaking industry in Bermuda. Panelists include local filmmakers Al Seymour, Milton Raposo and Donald ‘Detrimental’ Robinson, also Asha Ludwig, director of one of the films submitted will participate. This event will provide an opportunity for filmmakers to network, inform and inspire each other about their passion. This is an free event that will also be streamed live and archived at www.chewstick.org. Panelists will share their experiences and perspectives on the history and future of film in Bermuda and this will be a great opportunity to ask questions of icons in Bermudian filmmaking, with decades of experience and a plethora of knowledge for those interested in the industry.

The second event will take place on Friday, January 27th at 9pm, with a Local Music Video Launch Party at The Chewstick Lounge. This novel event will showcase local artists and music video filmmakers in a celebration of music video filmmaking, which has become the most prolific of the filmmaking industry in Bermuda. The entire party will be entertained via video DJ with local music videos being projected 12ft x 8ft on the new screen at The Chewstick Lounge. The Music Video Launch party will feature music videos from local artists such as; Twanee’ Butterfield, Prof-A-C, Jelani, Fiyah Marshall, all the way up to international local artists like Heather Nova, Collie Buddz and Mishka!  Entry is free and local artists are encouraged to attend to see their video on the big screen. Snacks and refreshments will be available with donation graciously accepted to support The Chewstick Foundation.

On Saturday, January 28th will be the main event, featuring the  Future Shorts Films at Liberty Theatre, this will be a 250 person event, screening the world class Future Shorts (www.futureshorts.com) collection of film shorts. There will be an opening reception to kick-off the event which will take place from 6pm in the Liberty Theatre Lobby and will feature a selection of local performers and cocktails and refreshments for sale and a chance to mingle with fellow film enthusiasts. At 7pm the shorts will start in the main theatre. The collection is a series of six films that range from 6-20 minutes and display genres from real life dramas to stop-motion, and animation. Each film has received industry awards and the collection boasts winners from The Oscars, SXSW, BAFTA and the Sundance Film Festival to name a few. The relatively new Future Shorts Film Festival has made great strides at celebrating the short film medium around the world and we are proud to be listed as one of the host countries and the first in the Caribbean region to partner with Future Shorts. Please click here for further details on the individual Shorts.

The screening will end at about 9pm and will be followed by a wrap party at The Chewstick Lounge, where guests will have a chance to mingle with filmmakers, event organizers, and volunteers as they dance to the musical stylings of an array of hot fire dj’s, with inspiring visuals on the big screen while celebrating local culture and storytelling in Bakatown. This will be an amazing opportunity to experience the best that Bakatown has to offer, and lends itself to The Chewstick Foundation’s endeavors to recognize yet another facet of the tremendous stories we all have to share as citizens of the world. Entry to the wrap party is free thanks to the sponsorship of the EEZA. Please call the Chewstick Foundation at 292-2439 if you have questions or would like to volunteer for this epic event.

Tickets for the 1st Annual Bakatown Short Film Festival Liberty Theatre event (all other events are free) will be sold for $30 and are available at The Chewstick Headquarters on Court Street, www.premiertickets.bm or by contacting Chewstick at 292 2439 or emailing info@chewstick.org. Chewstick Members please contact Chewstick directly to receive your membership discount.

Bermudian poet, writer, deep thinker and Chewstick’s original high school darling, will be performing on the Chewstick stage, Friday, December 30th at 7pm in the Chewstick Lounge on the corner of Elliot Street and Court Street. This is a long overdue, Griot Session as Sharla has been studying abroad as well as taking time for practice. self-reflection and growth before sharing her poetic journey with her long time fans in Bermuda. This series is designed to spotlight local talent and celebrate live entertainment and will be a definite treat as we approach the end of 2011.

This is a show not to be missed, as Sharla has been honing her craft in London and is eager to share all she has learned. She also wants to say her final farewells before what is anticipated to be her last return to Bermuda for a very long time. This performance will leave the audience in awe as, Sharla shares her journey of life, love and motherhood through her poignant delivery and real life focus.

Enjoy the vibes, celebrate live entertainment at its best, and experience Griot Sessions and the Bermuda story in its many forms.This is an opportunity to support local talent and share in this young woman’s journey as she boldly shares the many facets of her life trials, tribulations and ultimate joys. Admission is $10 at the door.

Do not miss the opportunity to experience an awe-inspiring performance while being a part of the celebration of artists’ stories, to achieve progress and empowerment. This is guaranteed to be a relaxing, enjoyable and uplifting event. Enjoy the vibes; celebrate this talented poet as she takes us on the poetic wanderings of her mind.

All performances are streamed live and stored in the Chewstick archives to share the experience with supporters from around the world. Tickets are $10 at the door with part proceeds going to fund The Chewstick Foundations programs and infrastructure. Donations can be made at www.premierticketsglobal.com/donations Time and seating is limited so get your tickets early! For more information call 292-2439 (CHEW), 535-2575 or email info@chewstick.org.

Feature: Sharla

Friday, December 30 2011

Admission: $10 (at door)

Doors open: 6pm

Showtime: 7pm (or when the seats are nearly full… so come Early!)

After-party til 12ish

The Chewstick Foundation will be holding the 9th Anniversary Celebration Fundraiser on January 7, 2012 at the City Hall Theatre in Hamilton. The 9th Anniversary Celebration will be Chewstick’s first attempt at making the Anniversary a much needed fundraising event, complete with welcome reception, huge artist showcase, art auction and ability to donate to support this increasingly influential charity. The Chewstick Foundation works to not only highlight Bermudian talent and bring people from all walks of life together, but to aid in the cultivation of a distinctly Bermudian story that can serve to increase our Bermuda’s global awareness, local pride and focus on breaking down the social barriers that only serve to stifle our collective growth.

We are pleased to have Premier The Honourable Paula A. Cox, JP, MP, Minister of Finance as our distinguished patron this year.

Celebrations will begin with an opening reception in the City Hall Foyer from 7pm. At 8pm the audience will be ushered into the the City Hall Theatre for a showcase to highlight Chewstick’s bright, accomplished. dynamic and promising talents. An eclectic mix of dance, poetry, storytelling, rapping, and musical interludes has been compiled that is guaranteed to please everyone! After the show Gombeys will engage the crowd and lead the way back to the Chewstick facility on the corner of Elliot Street and Court Street for after-party vibes where the djs will takeover and the dancing will begin.

We are pleased and excited to have Premier The Honourable Paula A. Cox as our distinguished patron this year and hope that many others will join her in helping to support The Chewstick Foundation. To that end it is important to mention the incredible artists, storytellers and volunteers that are donating their time and talents to make this show possible. There are too many to mention here, but there is no doubt that this will be a show to remember, and will go a long way in helping to keep the Chewstick progams, initiatives and facility alive.

The Chewstick facility was purpose-built to permanently house programs that empower storytellers, artists and social justice in a way that enriches youth, arts, culture and community and ultimately become Bermuda’s premier destination for live entertainment, local culture and community development. The Chewstick Foundation has been going strong these past nine years, due largely to the support of those who believe in the Movement and the community it has been established to support. The Chewstick Foundation continues to inspire diverse individuals to share their stories artistically and provide a sanctuary of hope and inspiration in these dark times. Come to support this worthy cause, celebrate the 9th Chewversary and help further Chewstick’s endeavours to enrich our island home.

Tickets for the 9th Anniversary Celebrations will be sold for $30 (General) and $100 (Patron) and are available between 9am to 5pm at Kit & Caboodle, Rock Island Coffee, The Chewstick Headquarters on Court Street, or by contacting Chewstick at 292 2439 or emailing info@chewstick.org. Tickets and donations can also be made online at www.premiertickets.bm

In the meantime check out some of the pix from last years Anniversary: