Trinidad & Tobago Association of Baltimore

🍄TTAB Annual Family Picnic, this coming Sunday, July 7
🎋Hammerman Area, Gunpowder Falls State Park
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦Enjoy a day of fun family events ⚽️and activities
🌭Bring your favorite foods 🍔and beverages
⛹️‍♂️Bring games to share
♨️TTAB provides refreshments
🌭Hot Dogs, 🍔Burgers, 🥛Water, Chips, and 🥤Juices for Kids
Tell family, friends, and relatives and Caribbean Diaspora Nationals
🙋‍♀️Come out and Enjoy🙋‍♂️
Weather – 🌞Sunny, 97%, 43% humidity, 2% precipitation
🤩See You There‼️

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🇹🇹 TTAB Annual Family Picnic
Sunday July 7, 1:00PM - Dusk🏞
⛺️Gunpowder State Park
Hammerman Pavilion!
Bring Food, Bring Drinks🍗🥓
🙋‍♀️👨‍👦Bring Yuh Selves, Bring yuh friends
Bring de family👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Come, run, 🏃 jump, pull, 🚶and tug
By Yuh self or with others
Come on out and enjoy a wonderful T & T Picnic 🙋‍♀️👨‍👩‍👧‍👧

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🇹🇹 TTAB Annual Family Picnic
Sunday July 7, 1:00PM - Dusk🏞
⛺️Gunpowder State Park
Hammerman Pavilion!
Bring Food, Bring Drinks🍗🥓
🙋‍♀️👨‍👦Bring Yuh Selves, Bring yuh friends
Bring de family👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Come, run, 🏃 jump, pull, 🕺and tug
By Yuh self 🕴or with others 👫
Come on out and enjoy a wonderful T & T Picnic 🙋‍♀️👨‍👩‍👧‍👧
TTAB will provide some light refreshments, hot dogs, 🌭hamburgers, 🍔water etc...

The Executive Board and Members extend to members of the Trinidad & Tobago Diaspora, a Happy Indian Arrival Day.

Peace and Blessings to all!

Newly Elected Officers

Baltimore, May 28, 2024: The Trinidad and Tobago Association of Baltimore, TTAB, held its Biennial election on Wednesday May 15, 2024, to elect officers to serve for the 2024-2026 term.

Information regarding the results of the of the election and the contact information for each person elected to office can be found below. Please revise your contact information accordingly and maintain the changes with your records.

The TTAB 2024-2026 term of office begins as of June 1, 2024, and ends on May 31, 2026. You can forward congratulations to the new officers via the listed emails and phone numbers.

If you have any questions regarding, please do not hesitate to reach me at
410-207-5937.

Thank you!
Owen Charles

SENDING THIS REMINDER TO INFORM THE DEADLINE FOR THE TTAB 2024-2025 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM IS QUICKLY APPROACHING. APPLICATION WITH ACCOMPANYING ESSAY IS DUE FRIDAY MAY 17, 2024.

APPLY NOW USING THE LINK BELOW

The Trinidad and Tobago Association of Baltimore will award three scholarships and two book grants for attendance to an accredited college, university, vocational or technical school for the 2024-2025 academic year.

The association will sponsor two scholarships in the amount of $500.00, for tuition and fees only. In addition, the association will administer the Albertine Brewster (former member) Scholarship in the amount of $1,000. Two Book Grants on behalf of Financial Coaches, Denise (Stanley) and Marlon DeFour, will also be given in the amounts of $250.00 each.

There is an additional requirement for recipients of the book grants. Each receiver must attend a one-hour online Financial Literacy seminar, free of charge, given by the sponsors. The free session is available to all participants: however, it is mandatory for those who receive the Book Grants.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To qualify applicants must:
 Be a student seeking admission to, or already enrolled in an
accredited institution as a full-time student for the 2024-2025
school year.
 Meet the eligibility requirements of the school of choice.
 Possesses either of the following, depending on level of
education:
1. A High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
2. CXC, or equivalent certificate with at least five passes.
3. A cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.75 or better.
4. Copy of bachelor’s degree, if beyond undergraduate level.

All qualified applicants will be judged on an essay which must be no less than one thousand (1000) words and no more than fifteen hundred (1500) words. You can obtain scholarship applications by clicking on the on the link that follows https://bit.ly/3Tz6vLb, or on the QR Code below.

Please return completed applications via email to: [email protected]. Please retain a copy in your “sent” folder as proof of timely submission. You can also send application via regular mail to:
TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO ASSOCIATION OF BALTIMORE, INC.
c/o Owen Charles
1723 Wadsworth Way
Baltimore, MD 21239

THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS AND ESSAYS IS FRIDAY MAY 17, 2024. APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR DELIVERED ON OR BEFORE THIS DATE.

If you have questions or need additional information, you can contact Owen Charles: (Mobile) 410-207-5937, (Home) 410-254-3359; Email: [email protected]

Adobe Acrobat - TTAB 2024 Scholarship Program .pdf View this file, and add comments too.

The Executive Board and members extend sincere thanks 🙏🏾 and appreciation to all, for the support given towards the TTAB Spring Breakfast Fundraiser. 🙏🏾

Special thanks to those who assisted in advertising the event, who volunteered their time and donated their resources, who attended and purchased items, and those who otherwise contributed. Your generous efforts will assist the association in providing scholarships to students in the 2024-25 school year and beyond.

Blessings to all.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 📅
"TTAB SPRING 💐BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER"

Saturday April 20 - 9am to 12Noon
2807 Hillcrest Avenue - Baltimore MD 21234

MENU: 📋
Platters $15
- Saltfish Buljol * Smoked Herring
- SPECIAL ~ Doubles $5

Available Also:
-Sweet Bread, Small $6, Large $12 * Pepper Sauce $10, * Sorrell & Mauby $5
* Soda $2 * Water $1 * Banana Bread $2 * Apple Cake $2

For Info or To Place Orders 📞Call: 410-215-3306, 443-762-6848, 443-992-1062

Proceeds to Benefit the TTAB Scholarship Fund

KINDLY SHARE THIS INFORMATION TO ANYONE YOU BELIEVE MAY BENEFIT. Thank you!

TTAB 2024-2025 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Trinidad and Tobago Association of Baltimore will award three scholarships and two book grants for attendance to an accredited college, university, vocational or technical school for the 2024-2025 academic year.

The association will sponsor two scholarships in the amount of $500.00, for tuition and fees only. In addition, the association will administer the Albertine Brewster (former member) Scholarship in the amount of $1,000. Two Book Grants on behalf of Financial Coaches, Denise (Stanley) and Marlon DeFour, will also be given in the amounts of $250.00 each.

There is an additional requirement for recipients of the book grants. Each receiver must attend a one-hour online Financial Literacy seminar, free of charge, given by the sponsors. The free session is available to all participants: however, it is mandatory for those who receive the Book Grants.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

To qualify applicants must:

 Be a student seeking admission to, or already enrolled in an
accredited institution as a full-time student for the 2024-2025
school year.
 Meet the eligibility requirements of the school of choice.
 Possesses either of the following, depending on level of
education:

1. A High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
2. CXC, or equivalent certificate with at least five passes.
3. A cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.75 or better.
4. Copy of bachelor’s degree, if beyond undergraduate level.

All qualified applicants will be judged on an essay which must be no less than one thousand (1000) words and no more than fifteen hundred (1500) words. You can obtain scholarship applications by clicking on the on the link that follows https://bit.ly/3Tz6vLb, or on the QR Code below.

Please return completed applications via email to: [email protected]. Please retain a copy in your “sent” folder as proof of timely submission. You can also send application via regular mail to:

TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO ASSOCIATION OF BALTIMORE, INC.
c/o Owen Charles
1723 Wadsworth Way
Baltimore, MD 21239

THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS AND ESSAYS IS FRIDAY MAY 17, 2024. APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR DELIVERED ON OR BEFORE THIS DATE.

If you have questions or need additional information, you can contact Owen Charles: (Mobile) 410-207-5937, (Home) 410-254-3359; Email: [email protected]

The Executive Board and Members extend sincere thanks to all who donated toys and gifts and contributed financially and physically towards the success of this year’s Children’s Christmas Toy Give Away. We are especially grateful to the parents who brought their kids to greet Santa and receive presents and goodie bags.

Over the past several years we adjusted the format of the Annual Children’s Christmas Party to minimize physical contact, to accommodate the challenges of COVID-19. Our hope is to return to our usual Christmas Party format, beginning with the upcoming year.

Special thanks to Saint Matthew Catholic Church, our Dear Santa Claus, Ms. Claus and of course, Santa’s Personal bodyguard. We appreciate you all for your invaluable contributions.

We extend to all, a Very Merry Christmas and all the best in the upcoming year.

Merry Christmas ...

It's quickly approaching, TTAB's Children's Toy Giveaway
Saturday December 2 - 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Saint Matthew Church - 5401 Loch Raven Boulevard
Bring the Kids to visit Santa, have fun, and receive toys and goodie bags ...

“Tis the season to be merry!”, and especially so for the kids.
Join us on Saturday December 2nd at 2:00PM, for the Association’s Annual Children’s Christmas Toy Giveaway.

Bring your kids to greet Santa Clause, and receive Christmas presents and a goodie bag. (Note: presents will be given only to kids from infant to 10 years. All kids will receive goodie bags)

For information:
Joy Charles – 410-215-3306
Denise Daniel – 410-917-6745

“Tis the season to be merry!”, and especially so for the kids.
Join us on Saturday December 2nd at 2:00PM, for the Association’s Annual Children’s Christmas Toy Giveaway.

Bring your kids to greet Santa Clause, and receive Christmas presents and a goodie bag. (Note: presents will be given only to kids from infant to 10 years. All kids will receive goodie bags)

For information:
Joy Charles – 410-215-3306
Denise Daniel – 410-917-6745

The Executive Board and members extend to all, heartfelt appreciation for your response to our request for donations and contributions towards the 38th Annual Thanksgiving Basket Drive.

Because of your generosity we were able to provide for 33 families. The recipients were grateful for the offer, and asked that we extend to all, their appreciation for the Thanksgiving gifts they received.

Thank You All! Happy Thanksgiving.

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The Association is collecting monetary donations to purchase food (gift) cards and turkeys thru this coming Friday 10th. Food cards and turkeys will be distributed on Monday, November 13 at 7:30 PM.

If you are interested in giving, please reach out to one of the numbers on the flyer attached.

We ask you please, to be generous so as many families as possible may have an enjoyable Thanksgiving.

Much thanks for your continued support.

The Holiday season is quickly approaching, and as members of the Assocation have done over the past 37 years, we will be distributing food baskets to families in the Baltimore area for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

TTAB is currently collecting monetary donations to purchase food (gift) cards and turkeys for distribution on Monday, November 13 at 7:30 PM. We ask that you please be generous in your giving so as many families as possible may have an enjoyable Thanksgiving.

It's about midway through the DV-2025 Green Card Lottery. This year's registration period ends on Tuesday June 7 at 12 Noon. If you have questions, reach out to Owen Charles 410-207-5937.

The Department of State released information regarding the DV-2025 Diversity Visa (Green Card Lottery) program earlier today. Kindly disseminate this 2025 Diversity Visa information as wide as you are able.

Applicants must submit entries for the DV-2025 program electronically at dvprogram.state.gov, between 12:00PM, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4), Wednesday, October 4, 2023, and 12:00PM, Eastern Standard Time (EST) (GMT-5), Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

The Diversity Lottery remains one of, if not the only way that immigrants worldwide (except for those from certain excluded countries), can petition for a Green Card outside the normal visa process.

There is no cost to register for the DV-2025 program. However, selectees who are scheduled for an interview will be required to pay a visa application fee prior to making their formal visa application where a consular officer will determine whether they qualify for the visa. Individuals who submit more than one entry during the registration period will be disqualified.

For more information: Owen Charles - 410-207-5937 [email protected]

Join us this coming Saturday Octobe 21 for CREOLE LUNCH. Stop by beginning 12Noon to pick up a plate of Blue Food. Proceeds to benefit TTAB Children's Christmas Party on December 2 ......

📣SAVE THE DATE📣
TTAB CREOLE LUNCH
♨️🫕🍤🍗🥘🍣♨️
Saturday October 21
12Noon – 2:00PM
⌚️⏱⏰🕰⏳📱
2807 Hillcrest Avenue
Baltimore 21234
Stop By or Call
🏃🏃‍♀️🚗🛴📞☎️📲
To pre-order Your Serving of
Blue Food

The Department of State released information regarding the DV-2025 Diversity Visa (Green Card Lottery) program earlier today. Kindly disseminate this 2025 Diversity Visa information as wide as you are able.

Applicants must submit entries for the DV-2025 program electronically at dvprogram.state.gov, between 12:00PM, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4), Wednesday, October 4, 2023, and 12:00PM, Eastern Standard Time (EST) (GMT-5), Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

The Diversity Lottery remains one of, if not the only way that immigrants worldwide (except for those from certain excluded countries), can petition for a Green Card outside the normal visa process.

There is no cost to register for the DV-2025 program. However, selectees who are scheduled for an interview will be required to pay a visa application fee prior to making their formal visa application where a consular officer will determine whether they qualify for the visa. Individuals who submit more than one entry during the registration period will be disqualified.

For more information: Owen Charles - 410-207-5937 [email protected]

📣SAVE THE DATE📣
TTAB CREOLE LUNCH
♨️🫕🍤🍗🥘🍣♨️
Saturday October 21
12Noon – 2:00PM
⌚️⏱⏰🕰⏳📱
2807 Hillcrest Avenue
Baltimore 21234
Stop By or Call
🏃🏃‍♀️🚗🛴📞☎️📲
To pre-order Your Serving of
Blue Food

The Executive Board and members extend to all Diaspora nationals, Happy Republic Day greetings and Blessings.

Together We Aspire... Together We Achieve 🇹🇹

The Embassy of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and Neil Mattei of De Musical PM online radio station will host celebration events to commemorate the 41st Anniversary of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

Both events will be held on Friday, September 22, beginning at 5:00PM and 6:00PM respectively.

Particulars of each event including dates and times, locations and features are listed on the flyers attached. Kindly share this celebration with your family, friends, relatives, acquaintances and the general public.

The hosts look forward to seeing you at whichever event you are able to attend.

The Executive Board and members extend to all from our Trinidad and Tobago Diaspora, a Happy 61st Independence Anniversary.

“Together We Aspire - Together We Achieve” “

https://youtu.be/UPFC90VVYFA?si=-Sd7ASXgxThXfjNB

Come celebrate the adoption of World Steelpan Day at the Embassy on this coming Friday 11.

The Executive Board and members of the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Baltimore, TTAB, extend to members of the Jamaican Association of Maryland, JAM, and the entire Jamaican Diaspora, a Happy 61st Independence Anniversary.

May God continue to Bless your nation.