National Hockey League – Color of Hockey: Puerto Rico, Jamaica, Lebanon raising profile in game
Image source: NHL.com A blog article written by William Douglas on the National Hockey League website, highlighting a new league formed by Puerto Rico, Jamaica and Lebanon have formed a hockey league of their own. Please references the blog post for more details here is the blog post entitled: “Color of Hockey: Puerto Rico, Jamaica, […]
Jamaica Culture Alliance – Social Meetup
Recently, some Board members and volunteers of the Jamaica Cultural Alliance (JCA) met for lunch at Janga by Derrick’s Jamaican Cuisine in Culver City. The luncheon was to show appreciation to our volunteers whose contributions are essential to the achievement of JCA’s mission. JCA endeavors to build bridges between the many cultures and ethnicities represented in […]
L.A.’s Black immigrants reframe cultural narratives and reclaim their stories.
L.A.’s Black immigrants reframe cultural narratives and reclaim their stories The Jamaica Cultural Alliance (JCA) recently gained recognition in an article that delved into the diverse and profound impact of Jamaican culture. This acknowledgment highlights the significant role that the JCA plays in promoting and preserving the cultural heritage of Jamaica. Take a peek at […]
The Unsung Heroes Of Jamaican Popular Music – Chapter 1
There is a persistent myth that seeks to suggest that the influence of Caribbean music on the rest of the world is a recent phenomenon, and that prior to the appearance of Bob Marley and Reggae music the Caribbean had no significant presence in the wider world. Not only that, but there is no general […]
Garth Fagan JCA Trailblazer of the Year Awardee
For many, Garth Fagan is synonymous with “The Lion King” which has gained international acclaim worldwide. According to the Los Angeles Times, “The source of his good spirits is the announcement in the latter part of 2014 that “The Lion King,” which opened in 1997 and is still running on Broadway, has become the most successful work […]