History

Maha Saba Children’s Phagwa 2010

March 1, 2010 · Leave a Comment

A kaleidoscope of colour and brightness, reminiscent of youth, innocence and vibrance was witnessed yesterday at the Sanatan Dharma Maha Saba Children’s Phagwa celebrated at the Tunapuna Hindu School. Hundreds of students from various Hindu schools from all over Trinidad assembled to experience the delight of Phagwa and the fun of splashing each other with abeer with the dominant colours being purple, red, green, blue, pink, orange and yellow.

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Steelpan

Courts Sound Specialists 2009 Christmas Party

December 31, 2009 · Leave a Comment

The Courts Sounds Specialists Steel Orchestra held their Christmas Party on Sunday 20th December, 2009, at their panyard in Eastern Quarry Laventille. Included in the celebrations which involved treats to the kids in the community was the launch of the Courts Sound Specialist Youth Steel Orchestra.

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Villages

Dr. Brinsley Samaroo – Recovering Tangible Heritage

January 5, 2010 · Leave a Comment

On September 17, 2009, Professor Dr. Brinsley Samaroo, under the patronage of the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT), held a lecture titled, “Recovering Tangible Heritage” at the National Library and Information System Authority (NALIS). This lecture was meant to be an eye-opener to students of history as well as Trinidadians and Tobagonians in general, who may not be aware of the significance of some recent historical sites. The aim, in addition to general edification, is the preservation of these sites for further excavation and exploration for generations to come. Dr. Hollis Liverpool, Calypsonian and Historian chairs the proceedings and provides further details about the lecture.

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Send-Offs

Calvert Sylvester Lewis’ Send-Off

January 10, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Former Trinidad and Tobago cyclist Carlvert Sylvester Lewis, born in Trinidad on the 21st of February, 1935, passed away on 29th December, 2009, in New York City. His remains were returned to Trinidad and laid to rest at the Lapeyrouse Cemetery after a service at the Rosary Catholic Church. Services were held on the 8th of January, 2010. Also called Carlos or Skinos, Calvert was a top national cyclist who went on to serve in the Trinidad and Tobago Cycling Federation while also coaching a number of young cyclists. In 1988, Carl migrated to New York to join his wife Olive and son Evey where he continued to coach young cyclists.

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Interviews

Mahase Seecharan Speaks on Community Service

October 3, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Mr. Mahase Seecharan is a Mc Bean resident who is active is his community. His grandparents were among the first settlers of Mc Bean village. In this interview with Triniview.com, he shares his thoughts on the community and Indian culture.

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Fashion

Meiling 2010 Fashion Presentation

November 17, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Meiling’s 2010 Fashion Presentation occurred on November 17, 2009 at the Hilton Trinidad Ballroom. The theme, “The Secret Life of Plants”, was inspired by the delicate nature of plants in their different stages in nature and this idea was employed in the creation of all pieces on display. Check out the album for the many manifestations of “The Secret Life of Plants” as well as some post-show scenes.

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Photo Albums

Carapichaima, Central Trinidad

Carapichaima is a small town located in west-central Trinidad. The name Carapichaima came from the early Amerindian inhabitants and includes many small communities and villages which are occupied by a predominantly East Indian population. Some of the villages include Waterloo, Brickfield Village, Orange Field Village and Korea Village, just to name a few. One significant landmark in Carapichaima is the Waterloo temple in the sea which was built by Siewdass Sadhu in 1947.

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Courts Sound Specialists 2009 Christmas Party

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Mairoon Ali’s Send-Off: A Celebration of Life

Beautiful! That’s the most appropriate word that can be used to describe the celebration ceremony of the life of Mairoon Ali at Queen’s Hall, St Ann’s, yesterday. An almost packed auditorium of family and friends, who came out to pay tribute and bid a final farewell to a treasured woman, were treated to nothing short of the many colours of Ali.

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Eastern Quarry Laventille

On Sunday 20th December, 2009, Triniview.com journeyed through different parts of Eastern Quarry Laventille. The pictures depict some of the most beautiful scenery and friendly people in the area.

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‘Paramin’ Parang Festival 2009

On December 18, 2009, Paramin Parang Festival moved from its traditional Paramin home to the Trinidad Country Club in Maraval. This album depicts the bands and artistes that performed as well as scenes from the crowd during the night’s proceedings.

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Panaide – The Benefit Concert

On Thursday 17th December, 2009, “Panaide – The Benefit Concert” was hosted by the newly formed Panaide Foundation at the Neal and Massy Trinidad All Stars Steel Orchestra panyard in Port of Spain. Sponsored steelbands in Port-of-Spain and environs performed with the aim of raising funds to assist unsponsored bands in that geographical location.

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