“Great Guyanese Humour: Guyana`s History Through Jokes” by Wayne Jones… Wednesday Feb.23rd 2011 – Parkdale Library is Toronto
As part of its Black History Month author-reading series, an 88 page chap-book by Wayne Jones will be launched on Wednesday Feb.23rd 2011 from 7pm at Parkdale Library in Toronto.
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The book “Great Guyanese Humour: Guyana`s History Through Jokes” is a compilation of Guyanese jokes/annedotes that highlights some earth-shaking moments in Guyanese life.
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Retired Guyanese senior public servant, Mr Rampersaud Tiwari will deliver a short address after the singing of ‘The song of the Republic’ in recognition of Guyana’s Republic anniversary.
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Jones will also be signing copies of his 2011 Calender entitled Buxton…lest we forget. This calender is adorned with captioned vintage pictures and illustrations of early life in Buxton village.
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Jones will kick off the belly-aching session with readings of some jokes in his collection before turning the microphone over to the gathering for theirs.
Known for their witty and insightful songs of Caribbean life, the Tradewinds, formed in 1966, have become one of the most revered groups in the West Indies. Led by the versatile Dave Martins (Guyana) with his guitar, vocal and composing ability, the group, like it’s name, reflects the span of the Caribbean.
Float parade may have to be postponed, due to heavy rainfall
Report: February 21, 2011 – Update
It is reported that the Mashramani Parade for 2011 may have to be pushed back due to heavy rains that have been falling in Guyana since last week, and the expected rainfall for the rest of this week.
The event is scheduled to be held this Wednesday, February 23, 2011.
There have been reports of flooding in some parts of Georgetown as well as other parts of the country. Read reports below:-
Guyanese Online
