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The Supreme Court of Belize

By Belize in America on October 20, 2016 No Comment Belize, History, supremeCourt

This building has seen lots of controversy this year, from Mayan land rights , section 53 and referendums on ICJ looming, and the BNTU (Belize National Teachers Union threatened industrial action. .I suspect the Supreme Court of Belize will play a major role in the governance of Belize in the 21st century. .it would be […]

Highlights of the summer in Chicago

By Belize in America on October 20, 2016 No Comment abc7chicago, ig_chicago, mycity_chicago, MyVacationHistory, NavyPier

Summer has officially past and Chicago was at it’s usual summertime greatness . .one of my favorite highlights of the summer was a visit to Navy Pier for fun and adventure…take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a architectural cruise along the Chicago river and end the day with great food and drinks […]

11th Annual Battle of the Drums 2016 – Punta Gorda, Belize

By Belize in America on October 5, 2016 No Comment Battle of the drums, Belize, Belizean, belizean food, Garifuna, Garifuna food, Garifuna settlement day, Punta Gorda

Food and Fete Battle of the Drums Food and Fete (8:00 p.m. – 3:a.m.) at Toledo Community College (TCC) compound in Punta Gorda Town: This is the term used to describe the opening night of the Battle of the Drums weekend festivities. It will be held on Friday, November 11, 2016 from 8:00 p.m. to […]

Donation to Punta Gorda Methodist School – Belize

By Belize in America on September 16, 2016 No Comment Belize, Belize Day, chicago, Donation, Punta Gorda

The Belize Educational Fund and Day in the Park Committee (Chicago, IL) made a generous donation to Punta Gorda Methodist School. The donation including financial contribution and an assortment of needed items were handed over to Punta Gorda Methodist School Principal Florence Ramclam and Student Council Representative, Devyne Lopez, by the committee. Business Manager Martha […]

Official Belize Day in the park – Chicago 2016

By Belize in America on August 18, 2016 1 Comment Belize Day, chicago

Despite the unfortunate interruption at this year’s Belize Day 2016 in Chicago, it is safe to say that this year was the BIGGEST and more exciting. Attendees from all parts of the United States and Belize demonstrated and festive and patriotic spirit. The vibe was that of unity and love – love for people and […]

Chicago Belize Day 2016 Educational Fund Award Selection

By Belize in America on August 16, 2016 3 Comments Belize, Belize Day, chicago, Donations

Official Request Phyllis V. Hughes President Belize Educational Fund and Day in the Park Committee The Belize Educational Fund and Day in the Park Committee is soliciting the Belizean Community participation in the selection of the recipient of the 2016 educational fund award. The committee has selected Toledo District, Belize as the area of concentration […]

Garifuna Drumming on the bus – Dangriga, Belize

By Belize in America on August 16, 2016 No Comment Belize, Dangriga, Garifuna Culture, Live Drumming

Here’s One Minute of Garifuna Culture in Belize During the month of November – leading up to Garifuna Settlement Day, it is highly likely that you could encounter live drumming on a bus ride to/from Dangriga, or surrounding areas. This video clip is sponsored by Coconut Row in Hopkins, Belize – Beachfront Rooms and apartments in […]

Chicago Belize Day 2016 Interrupted

By Belize in America on August 10, 2016 No Comment chicago, Entertainment, Events

OFFICIAL STATEMENT Phyllis Hughes President Belize Educational Fund and Day in the Park Committee A wonderful day of celebration was interrupted by the actions of one individual. We are deeply saddened by the incident that occurred at Belize Day 2016 and are very concerned that two individuals that were injured. We apologize to our vendors, […]

One minute of Hopkins, Belize_Video 001

By Belize in America on July 18, 2016 No Comment Belize, Garifuna, Hopkins, Music, Paranda, Tours

Enjoy this one-minute video of Hopkins village, Belize! This video of Hopkins is sponsored by Coconut Row Guest House, where you can enjoy beachfront and seaside cabins in Hopkins. Coconut Row Guest House has one of the nicest beaches in all of Hopkins, Belize, perfect for those looking to lounge in the sun while drinking a […]