Meet Schaëlda Joseph: The teacher inspiring Haitian youth with Creole and cultural pride

Schaëlda Joseph is using Creole and cultural pride to inspire Haiti's youth. From classrooms to Toastmasters, she’s fostering a generation of confident leaders, reshaping Haiti’s future through empowerment. The post Meet Schaëlda Joseph: The teacher inspiring Haitian youth with Creole and cultural pride appeared first on The Haitian Times. Meet Schaëlda Joseph: The teacher inspiring Haitian youth with Creole and cultural pride was first posted on December 4, 2024 at 8:13 am.

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Arts & Culture

Honoring freedom where it began: Fort-Liberté’s annual commemoration of Haiti’s independence

In recognition of Fort-Liberté’s historical place of Haïti’s drafting and the first proclamation of its Act of Independence, Lesly Voltaire, president of Haiti’s Presidential Transitional Council, issued a decree on November 29, 2024, officially designating the date as a national day for reflection and research on the historical events surrounding Haiti’s independence. The announcement was made at Fort-Liberté commemoration of the day marking the drafting and the first proclamation of Haiti’s Act of Independence in 1803. The post Honoring freedom […]

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Haiti’s Artibonite announces new security measures after new gang attack in Dessalines left 3 dead, multiple injuries and homes set ablaze | BREAKING NEWS

Three people, including two men and one woman, were killed, homes burned, and cattle stolen in a Gran Grif gang attack on Dessalines, Artibonite. Armed assailants stormed Poste Pierrot, forcing farmers to flee while looting their homes. Police have announced new security measures, but residents remain skeptical, citing past failures to address escalating violence. The post Haiti’s Artibonite announces new security measures after new gang attack in Dessalines left 3 dead, multiple injuries and homes set ablaze | BREAKING NEWS […]

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Take a walk through Overtown’s history with this free photo exhibit

Overtown’s Photographic Journey, 1920-1950. This free exhibit at the Miami Riverside Center features over 80 photos showcasing life in one of Miami’s oldest neighborhoods. During the Jim Crow era, Overtown was nicknamed “Colored Town” due to its predominantly Black and Brown residents, including a significant Haitian population. The exhibition is open to the public through Jan. 14, 2025. The post Take a walk through Overtown’s history with this free photo exhibit appeared first on The Haitian Times. Take a walk […]

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Haitian flavors liven up traditional American menus

The Haitian Times highlights must-try dishes for your holiday menu! From savory bannann peze and diri djondjon to sweet pen patat and kremas, these Haitian American classics are sure to make your meal unforgettable. How does your holiday dinner menu match up to these Haitian American classics? The post Haitian flavors liven up traditional American menus appeared first on The Haitian Times. Haitian flavors liven up traditional American menus was first posted on November 28, 2024 at 8:00 am.

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Agriculture & Environment

Home for the holidays means kremas time in Haitian-American households

Whether made from an age-old family recipe or store-bought, the warmth of kremas’ sweetened milk, coconut aroma and cinnamon spice is sure to permeate many a household. And in a year filled with loss and anxiety, the eggnog-like beverage, spiked with Haitian rum or moonshine and strained to silky smoothness, will be a source of familiar comfort. The post Home for the holidays means kremas time in Haitian-American households appeared first on The Haitian Times. Home for the holidays means […]

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Jazz up your Thanksgiving with this Haitian macaroni recipe

Looking to elevate your Thanksgiving? Try Cindy Similien-Johnson’s Haitian macaroni gratin—cheesy, creamy, and oh-so-delicious! Featured in Let’s Speak Haitian Food, it’s a simple way to bring Haitian flavor and heritage to your holiday table. The post Jazz up your Thanksgiving with this Haitian macaroni recipe appeared first on The Haitian Times. Jazz up your Thanksgiving with this Haitian macaroni recipe was first posted on November 27, 2024 at 9:48 am.

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Arts & Culture

From language to religion, Haitian culture bears Indigenous Taino influences

We revisit the lasting impact of the Taino people on Haiti's culture. From Vodou and Creole language to music and celebrations, their influence endures despite their near extinction in the 1500s. Discover how Taino traditions shape Haiti’s identity today, from the word “Ayiti” to musical instruments like maracas and güiro. The post From language to religion, Haitian culture bears Indigenous Taino influences appeared first on The Haitian Times. From language to religion, Haitian culture bears Indigenous Taino influences was first […]

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8 Haitian holiday drinks to add to your celebrations

Did we miss any great Haitian drinks to add to the holiday dinner table? Which one of these would you bring to a friend’s house? From spiced chokolat to tangy choublak and fragrant homemade liqueurs, these 8 Haitian beverages are perfect for adding warmth, nostalgia, and bold flavors to your holiday celebrations. The post 8 Haitian holiday drinks to add to your celebrations appeared first on The Haitian Times. 8 Haitian holiday drinks to add to your celebrations was first […]

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