Caribbean Cultural Society - Carnival 2024!
What is Carnival?Celebrated throughout the entirety of the CaribbeanSpicemas, Crop Over, Kanaval, Mashramani, Ponce, etc.Different dates with unique traditionsOriginal history in slavery and resistanceHas evolved to be a celebration of freedom, creativity, and resilienceMore than just a parade, a whole seasonFor everyone!
Why is it important?Connection to centuries old traditions and ancestorsCelebration of cultureCelebration of peopleDiffusion of cultureReminder of home
CCS’ connection to CarnivalCulmination of Caribbean WeekSimilar to culmination of Carnival SeasonMost attended event of last year, officially 98 people checked inOpportunity for general body to feel at home but also for us to follow our mission of showcasing rich culture
CCS Carnival LayoutApril 20th, 1-4 PMLocation: Wyman QuadPerformances from Moko Jumbies, SOCA, and Kaydsmusic throughoutDJ in the gapsFood starts being served at 1:30, served throughoutFinal giveaway raffle towards very end @3:45 PM (to give as many people as possible a chance to enter)
Significant Budget PiecesMas Characters, Kaisokah Moko Jumbies USASteel Pan, KaydsmusicDJ/EmceeDecorationsHave something to cement the momentFood from multiple restaurantsSweet Treats1 raffle giveaway!Traditional ElementsCurated VibeMemorabiliaDiverse Food SelectionParticipant Support/IncentiveJHU Professional Costs
Traditional ElementsKaisokah Moko JumbiesLocated in Brooklyn, NYCWill send 2 performers for 20 minutes$600, includes performance and travel costs
Kaydsmusic (Steelpan Artist)Baltimore localWill do 20 minute performance for 20 minutes$150
Curated VibeBalloons for decorations: $15.98 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WGXTKGY/?coliid=I3ED37M1ZEPGBY&colid=LQI2XB0YJISC&psc=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_lstpd_36GNTZY55BWG8PNT0XATDJ and Emcee: Mr Turn Up ig: iturnup4uhttps://www.instagram.com/reel/CrW22A0MrlV/$275 for a 3 hour event (includes his own equipment)Would also facilitate music for Moko Jumbies, Kaydsmusic, and SOCA
Diverse Food SelectionFood from 3 different and unique restaurants, all located in Baltimore, b/w $250 and $300 for eachWest Indian Flavour II (Primarily Trinidadian)Island Quizine (Primarily Jamaican)Francois Caribbean Cuisine (Primarily Haitian)NiyahssweettreatsCandied Sugar grapes$5/bag for a total of $150
MemorabiliaPhotos by Shaniah Canterbury$360 (includes taking pictures and edited photos)Custom Shot Glasses w/ new CCS logoDimedesignedit: $45/15 glasses, $240 total$40 for 80 glasses on amazonBlack River JewelsCustom waist beads$8/ waist bead for a total of 75 beads
Participant Support/Incentive
Giveaway/raffleLast year, we gave away a Caribbean Cookbook to the “Best Dressed”Giveaway basket w/assorted items $157.68: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/42ZRj2Q?ref_=wl_share
JHU Professional CostsBased on the rates in the budget worksheet, Carnival is on the weekend which requires 4 hour minimumTables : $155AV: $288.40Electricity: $288.40Custodial: 208.40
Final Budget$4335.04Budget Spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Ap1uFScbpUOOp_kL30Ylg6GXT8a4afAdJcL1B-mjvec/edit#gid=0
Any questions?Thank You!Please keep this slide for attribution