St. George's, Grenada, February 1st, 2010: The celebrations of Grenada’s 36^th anniversary of Independence continue with a plethora of activities following a hectic weekend, last weekend.

The Independence Song finals were contested on Saturday with Young Sound once again emerging victorious. Although the attendance was less than stellar those patriotic souls who showed up enjoyed a wonderful night of enjoyable Grenadian entertainment.

Croquetta won the prize for best-dressed Artiste on the night of competition, with a very sharp ensemble of the National colors, inclusive of his shoes.

Saturday also saw the hosting of the first ever Breadfruit festival, hosted by Bon Accord estate in La Mode, St. George. The festival included an oildown competition and a host of dishes and delicacies with breadfruit as the main ingredient. Highlights include an oildown with red, green and gold dumplings and also the very tasty breadfruit ice cream.

The Mt. Mortiz Organization for Development hosted its monthly breakfast at the Mt. Mortiz playing field on Sunday morning and along with the delicious local food and music a cricket match was played between a team from Mt. Mortiz and a Celebrity team. The Celebrities batted first and scored 114 for 8 in 15 overs with Cheney Joseph hitting a top score of 36. Mt. Mortiz replied with 119 for 4 with Dexter Mitchell capturing 2 for 19. Anthony “Jericho” Greenidge hit the biggest six of the game, a towering shot that should have earned him more than 6 runs.

The Independence Church Service also took place on Sunday, at the St. Patrick RC Church. The Service featured readings of the scriptures done by the Governor General Sir Carlyle Glean, the Prime Minister Hon. Tillman Thomas and the Opposition Leader Hon. Dr. Keith Mitchell.

The Independence Celebrations continue with more activities this coming week including a cultural showcase in Carriacou on Thursday February 4^th, a cultural fiesta in Grenville on Saturday February 6^th and the Military Parade and Prime Minister’s address at the National Cricket Stadium on Sunday February 7^th.

Dexter Mitchell