Welcome to Publication #57!

Issue #576: April 2012

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------------------------- Intro ------------------------- Howdy! I've stolen a few hours away from the Insider Guide to get this official mailing to you my friend. As you know, I consider this my monthly obligation to you - and the rest of my website family. I truly look forward to packaging and sharing this insightful information with you on a monthly basis my friend. And that reminds me...Have you ever heard of Ackee Wine? Yes, ackee wine! I have some very interesting information on that from an interview with the pioneers of it - you can't miss it! I also have some invaluable information on Ganja in Jamaica - in the form of a Q&A, along (of course) with some of the very latest from Jamaica! So just stay with me now OK? I'll be quick :-) OK, here we go... Note: To read this version directly on the website (Highly Recommended) Click Here.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Did you Know? Insightful and Intriguing Jamaican facts and trivia. The Latest From Jamaica! Westmoreland Curry Festival Jamaica Expo 2012 The Latest on My-Island-Jamaica.com! Ackee Wine - Ever Had it? Ganja in Jamaica - Interesting Q&A Best Venues For Functions & Conferences Hot Upcoming Events In Jamaica! Jamaica International Invitational Athletic Meet Calabash International Literary Festival Features Dynamic Greetings! Conclusion

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Did you Know?

• ......that the first mango plants introduced into Jamaica were ‘captured’ on the high seas on their way from the East Indians to the West Indies by Lord Rodney’s ship H.M.S Flora in 1782. They were first planted at the private garden at Gordon Town, St. Andrew, belonging to Hinton East.

  The seedlings were numbered on arrival, eg. the number eleven. The Bombay mango was introduced later in 1868 at Castleton Gardens. (VisitJamaica.com)

Well, now you know!

Consider getting the entire collection of these Intriguing facts about Jamaica. You can get the convenient ebook version, or the popular hard copy version here.

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The Latest From Jamaica!

1. Westmoreland Curry Festival

   This annual event was yet another blast! Here's a quick synopsis.

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2. Jamaica Expo 2012

   "Expo Jamaica 2012 had promised to be bigger and better than previous years, with some 380 buyers from 24 countries and 240 corporate companies/exhibitors on show", and from all indication it was! More in this Gleaner Article.

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The Latest on My-Island-Jamaica.com

1. Ackee Wine - Ever Had it?

   You've probably had a meal of the Jamaican ackee right? But what do you think of Ackee Wine?

   Yes, Ackee Wine! Read more in this interview with Howard...

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2. Ganja in Jamaica - Interesting Q&A

   Tom asked us a question about access to ganja in Jamaica but then it dawned on me, the number of such questions I've gotten about Ganja so I took the prized opportunity to provide him a complete Q&A about acquiring, using and traveling with marijuana in Jamaica.

   You might find it insightful as well. Here is the entire Question and Answer on Ganja use in Jamaica.

   Take a peek at it and feel free to add your own comment my friend!

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3. Best Venues For Functions & Conferences

   And yet another question, this time from Pamela in Long Island. It's about local venues for a graduation ceremony.

   I've bettered that and gave her a list of the most reputed venues in the island - by parish! https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/best-venues-in-jamaica-for-conferences-weddings-and-parties.html.

   Feel free to add other good venues.

4. And lot's more, please check our Blog Page

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Hot Upcoming Events Jamaica!

1. Jamaica International Invitational Athletic Meet

   This International Invitation Race Meet features some of the best international and local athletes. "Click Here to visit the JAAA website.

2. Calabash International Literary Festival

   This event is a showcase of works from renowned poets and authors and a literary gathering that mentors new artists.

   Participate in this unique festival and enjoy film screenings, music and open mike performances." Website here....

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   AND, lot's more are happening in (and about) Jamaica, please consider bookmarking current events in Jamaica page, and keep on top of the very latest news and events.

   From there you can get the very latest news as well as information on the latest events and activities.

   Also, I am inviting you to send your feedback to these news stories, article or commentary.

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Features!

• Dynamic Greetings!

  A few days ago I added a nifty little script on our homepage that is smart and dynamic enough to greet you base on the time of day! Luv it! Check it out my friend.

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Conclusion

Quite a handful eeeh?

Well, thanks again for your time my friend. I hope that this edition was insightful to you as it was informative to me.

I look forward to chatting with you again soon

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