Haitian Holidays

Haitians in Hinche Haiti gather to commemorate the death of Charlemagne Peralte (PHOTOS)

Haitian authorities, students and citizens of the city of Hinche Haiti came out Friday, 31 October 2014, to commemorate anniversary of the death of Charlemagne Peralte, The Haitian freedom fighter who led the "Cacos" against the U.S. occupying forces in Haiti back in 1919. There was a church ceremony held at the catholic cathedral in Hinche, then everyone gathered at the city square where flowers were laid in front of the statue of Charlemagne Peralte... more »

October 31, 2014 3:11 PM

Are you Ready for the Holidays? is Santa coming to visit?

December is here. The month for giving, the month for spending lots of money on gifts and travel... Let me ask you... Are you ready for the holidays... Will you and your family have a Merry Christmas this year? more »

December 2, 2013 6:35 AM

Haiti 17 Octobre - Dessalines and the Eradication of Poverty

In Haiti, October 17 is Jean-Jacques Dessalines Day... ALSO... October 17 is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty... Did you know that? more »

October 17, 2012 9:34 AM