WELCOME TO CANA ONLINE

cana-logoWe are happy to know that you have chosen to find out more about us online. We cherish the hope that you will find the information about CANA that you need. We are always looking to foster strong relationships with people from every community.

 

“Our mission is to unite and empower the Caribbean Community of North Alabama by fostering economic, social and political networks that promote social interaction, the continuity of Caribbean cultures and the advancement of the Caribbean community.”

 

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Haiti: How you can help

  To whom much is given, much is require! This natural disaster might be unparallel in our young Caribbean history, and the situation demands an unparallel response. On behalf of CANA our hearts go out to you - all Haitians and friends of Haiti Here are some sources for Helping the RECOVERY and DEVELOPMENT effots HERO, local Huntsville organization with non-profit status operated by Simon Norelas - read more

UPCOMING EVENTS


Nashville Caribbean Events

1. Mixmaster invited you to “Ladies Appreciation Party” on Saturday, January 30th at 9:00pm.Event: Ladies Appreciation PartyWhat: Club PartyAdm: FREEStart Time: Saturday, January 30th at 9:00pmEnd Time: Sunday, January 31st at 3:00amWhere: The Village 339 Wilhagan Rd. Nashville Tn. 37217 2. Classy ladies Promotion Presents Sweetness 3rd Annual Valentine’s read more

Tortuga Rum Cake Company

This is the tale of a well-guarded secret family recipe that's turned into an extraordinary business success—The famous Cayman Islands’ Tortuga Rum Cake. It's roots go back to the islands’ maritime days when the men come home from the sea with barrels of rum. Of course, the men swigged it, but the women discovered that the spirits could be used to make delicious, moist and tasty rum soaked cakes. The tradition continues today read more

Caribbean Rum Cake

Caribbean Rum cakes is one of the Caribbean oldest form of cake baking. It started in the time of slavery when slaves and free blacks had no means to preserve their food. So rum was added to preserve the cakes. In Tortuga, the Tortuga rum is used to make the famous Tortuga Caribbean rum cakes.In Jamaica, Appleton Rum Estate has been distilling rum from sugar can for ove read more

Holiday around the World - Caribbean Parang Christmas Music

With its diverse people and rich culture, the Caribbean is a source of many fascinating music genre ranging from Reggae originating from Jamaica, calypso from Trinidad, Zouk from French Caribbean, Cadence from Dominica, Soca from the Leeward Islands, Meringue from the Latin Caribbean and so much more splice and dice in between.But Parang music – Caribbean Christmas Music - is a potpourri of all these genres graced with a folk read more

Vanderbilt Caribbean Students Association Karen De Freitas Fashion Show

Caribbean Fashion Desgner born and bred in St Vincent & the GrenadinesFeatured in Miami Fashion Week, Nolcha Fashion Week in NY, and Islands of the World Fashion W read more

Nashville Caribbean Parties Events Festivals

Caribbean Cuisinesee attached flier for menu detailscontact 615-293-3208 for more information--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Miss Parris KitchenSaturday October 17th Menu: Curry Chicken           Roti and Puri      &nbs read more

Birmingham Caribbean Heritage Reggae Festival 2009

The Caribbean Heritage Reggae Festival returns to Downtown Birmingham for its 15th year, running October 23rd and 24th, 2009Jamaica Veteran Performer Freddie Mc Gregor Headline this years EventThe Caribbean Heritgage Reggae Festival is a family celebration of Caribbean Culture and music. The event will feature diverse multi-cultu read more

Trinidad Independence Celebration Nashville TN

trini and tobago birthday On August 29 Trinidadians will celebrate their Independents. We rejoice with you. One of the best books i have read is "From Columb read more

Caribbean Fashion Show

Huntsville Alabama Caribbean fashion showCaribbean Fashion Show Aug 29th @. Doors open at 7:20pm Show starts PROMPLY at 8pm. read more

10 of the South's Hottest Caribbean Summer Events

caribbean events beautiful girl Here are 10 of the Hottest Caribbean Events / Festivals Happening this Summer in the South 1. Caribbean Family Fun Day Memphis TN When: read more

Casa Montego Happenings

Jamaica Independence Celebration!! August 8th - Featuring The Double-Trouble DJ's & Friends Showtime 9:30 PM Island Foods, Food & Refreshments. September 4th Labor Day Weekend Reception Coming September 5, 2009 - Caribbean Shipping Bashment with Lennox. Casa Montego Open Thurs read more

A Taste of the Caribbean Part 2

COME ALL CARIBBEAN MASSIVE TO A TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN PART 2 THE ALL WHITE PARTY SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2009 10PM UNTIL LR WILLIAMS HALL 424 16TH ST. NORTH BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA ADMISSION $10 SOCA & REGGAE MUSIC BY DJ SELECTOR C COMPLIMENTARY CARIBBEAN FOOD B read more

2009 Alabama Domino tournament

domino championship What happens when you bring the South’s best domino players to compete for the title of DOMINO CHAMPION 2009? The 3rd Annual 2009 North Alabama Domino Tournament, hosted by the Caribbean Association of North Alabama (CANA read more

Caribbean Day 08


Caribbean Day 09 AD


Domino Tournament 09


Island Jerk Restaurant


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