Inaugural Laborie Music Festival a Huge Success
The inaugural Laborie Music Festival was a resounding success, with patrons praising the high-quality performances, culinary offerings, and arts and crafts on display.
Event Details
The event was hosted by the Anse Kawet Crafters and Laborie/Augier Constituency Council on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Papèl Craft Centre at Rudy John Beach Park in Laborie. The music festival featured eats and drinks and craft on sale, face painting, stilt walkers, La Marguerite and La Rose groups, and live musical performances by the Laborie Steel Orchestra, KC Most Conscious & The Galvanite Yutes, Red Beans, Shem Meluce, Asa Joseph, Xtra Luv, Twadisyon O’Pyay, LM Stone Family Band, and Yannette “Oshun” James.
Community Business Revitalization Project
The Laborie Music Festival is part of the bilateral collaboration project, the "Community Business Revitalization Project", which targets four Saint Lucian communities. Laborie is the second community to benefit under the Project. The project aims to support local SMEs by integrating the community’s existing businesses, tourism resources, and cultural heritage with modern marketing strategies.
Taiwan Technical Mission’s Support
Taiwan’s Ambassador to Saint Lucia, H.E. Nicole Su, applauded Laborie’s many attributes, including its breathtaking views, delicate handicraft, and warm and friendly residents. She expressed appreciation to Hon. Alva Baptiste, Minister for External Affairs, International Trade, Civil Aviation, and Diaspora Affairs; Hon. Emma Hippolyte, Minister for Commerce, Manufacturing, Business Development, Cooperatives and Consumer Affairs; and colleagues from the Taiwan Technical Mission for making the event a success.
Conclusion
The Laborie Music Festival was a significant step towards revitalizing the community’s business sector and promoting the island’s unique cultural heritage. The event will become an annual fixture on the community’s calendar, fostering community spirit, social cohesion, and a sense of pride among residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the purpose of the Laborie Music Festival?
A: The Laborie Music Festival was part of the Community Business Revitalization Project, aiming to support local SMEs and promote the community’s cultural heritage.
Q: Who hosted the event?
A: The event was hosted by the Anse Kawet Crafters and Laborie/Augier Constituency Council.
Q: What were some of the highlights of the event?
A: The event featured live music performances, eats and drinks, craft on sale, face painting, and stilt walkers.
Q: What is the Community Business Revitalization Project?
A: The project aims to support local SMEs by integrating the community’s existing businesses, tourism resources, and cultural heritage with modern marketing strategies.
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