FUNSATION4 TEAMS UP WITH UP WITH PULSE8 TO PRESENT THE MOROCCAN MYSTERY OF Marrakech FOR TRINIDAD CARNIVAL 2K8!

On Monday, February 4^th & Tuesday, February 5^th 2008, FUNSATION4 (Rhea Smith, Lonai Mosely, Michelle Forde, Ann Hartley, Genai and Renee Simpson) prepare for Trinidad Carnival 2K8 with the big band PULSE8 and the debut of its 2008 costume line featuring the exotic adventures of Marrakech- A Moroccan Mystery Where Pleasure Awaits -  www.PULSE8Carnival.com.

Following a successful media launch at Club Zen on September 16^th, Marrakech features a variety of sensual and scintillating sections like HENNA PAINTERS, TREASURE SEEKERS, BERBER TRIBE and more while unveiling its charms through music and entertainment, all part of the unique experience we call Carnival!

PULSE8 presents fresh perspectives in design and creativity with a focus on maintaining their commitment to the needs of masqueraders by providing an improved and unforgettable carnival experience keeping “fun” as the heartbeat of the festivities.  Stepping out in grand style PULSE8 boasts an impressive march and has captured seven major awards for last years’ presentation of Cocktails.  Led by Meg Cheekes, PULSE8 is comprised of a prominent core group that includes Cat & Friends, Cheek 2 Cheek, D’ Coco Crew, FUNSATION4, Joanne Fox, DJ Wendell, Tracey Andre, Dalvin Harris and Ulric Miller (new section partners include Sky Productions, Flaunt3, Options Entertainment). 

Other FUNSATION4 projects include Bridging the Gap HIV Youth Initiative - A collaborative effort developed by FUNSATION4 and the Archdeaconries of Brooklyn & Queens HIV/AIDS Ministry to “bridge the gap” between international companies based in the Caribbean and local children’s HIV organizations, such as the Cyril Ross AIDS Nursery (Trinidad), by funding, supporting and strengthening HIV programs and outreach in an effort to combat the HIV/AIDS epidemic throughout the Caribbean.  Support provided by Laparkan Shipping, Courtyard by Marriott Trinidad, Hilton Jamaica & Hilton Trinidad.  Freddie’s First – a reality based, television, cultural, docu-trip, narrated by 40+-year Reggae music veteran, Freddie McGregor O.D., which highlights the differences and similarities in traditions, culture, music styles and influences between Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago in an effort to educate, identify and unify the two islands.  Sponsored by the Jamaica Tourism Board with support from Big Ship Music Inc., Courtyard by Marriott (Trinidad), Air Jamaica, Hilton Jamaica & Hilton Trinidad with media support provided by Caribbean World News Network, Trinidad Express, Trinidad Newsday, Trinidad Guardian, Gayelle TV, Carib News, Caribbean Life, EventWorks Plus! and Daily News. 

 FUNSATION4 was founded under the mission of promoting the fun-loving and festive spirit of the Caribbean through quality, cultural and socially driven entertainment events.  FUNSATION4 invites you to live in the moment and love life, so enjoy and always have fun! 

GENERAL INFORMATION

Trinidad Registration:

PULSE8 CARNIVAL 2K8 (the Fully All Inclusive Band) – www.PULSE8carnival.com

PULSE8 (868) 627-8330        #6 Gallus Street, Woodbrook, Trinidad          

US, CANADA AND UK REGISTRATION:

FUNSATION4                                                                                    BAMABAC

Rhea: 718-287-9827                                                              Karma: 646-236-1709

funsation4@gmail.com                                                        barma@bamabac.com

January

Sat. 26th

11.00 am - Red Cross Kiddies Carnival @ Jean Pierre Complex, Port of Spain

7pm - Fatima College Fete - Mucurapo Road - Woodbrook

10pm  - Machel Montano's Alternative Concept 6 -Hasely Crawford Stadium- Wrightson Road

 

Sun. 27th

8am  - St. James Street Parade

2pm - Carec All Inclusive, Federation Park, St. Clair
2pm - Junior Panorama Finals

Mon. 28th
1:30pm - PNM Fete - Balisier House - Victoria Avenue, Port-of-Spain

 

Tue. 29th

9pm - Eyes Wide Shut Fete Carnivale - Queen's Park Oval - Port of Spain

9pm - Island Style Glow 2008 - Mobs 2 – Chaguaramas

Wed. 30th
9pm - Bacchanal Wednesday - Bowen Marine – Chaguaramas

Thu. 31^st

11am - Escape to Playa Del Este All Inclusive Fete  - Salybia

11am - Beach House Carnival @ Ortinola Estate- Maracas
11am  - Alternative Thursdays (Down de islands) - check local paper for information including venue

 

February

Fri. 1st

7pm - International Soca Monarch Final - Queen's Park Oval -
9pm - Island People's - Girl Power Fete - Jenny’s Car Park Port of Spain
9pm - Blue Range Cooler Fete - Blue Range Courts - Diego Martin
9pm - Rise All-Inclusive Fete - Trinidad Country Club - Maraval
9pm - Cooler Fete - Pier 1 - Chaguaramas

 

Sat. 2^nd –

7pm - National Panorama Finals (Large & Medium Conventional Bands) - Skinner Park - San Fernando

11:55pm - Insomnia Fete (Island Style) - Mobs 2 - Chaguaramas
11:55p - Trini Posse All-Inclusive Fete - Chaguaramas

Sat. 2nd

8am - NCBA/Sunshine Snacks Street Parade

 

Sun. 3rd

11am - Sunny Side Up All-Inclusive Breakfast Party - Palm Avenue West - Petit Valley

11am - In de Sanctuary All-Inclusive Fete @ Windsor Road – Valsayn

2pm - Brian Lara All Inclusive Fete- Chancellor Hill - Queen's Park West

4pm - Moka All Inclusive Fete - Maraval

7pm  - Dimanche Gras 2008 (Kings & Queens of Carnival Finals) - Jean Pierre Complex - Wrightson Road
7pm  - National Calypso Monarch Final (Dimanche Gras) - Jean Pierre Complex- Wrightson Road
1am - Diamond Vale Breakfast Party ( D’Original Breakfast Party) - Diego Martin

Wed. 6th

Las' Lap Beach Lime (Ash Wednesday Cool down) - Maracas Bay, Las Cuevas and Blanchisseuse Bay (Maracas Beach)