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Tel: (340) 772-1000 Fax: (340) 772-0333 Welcome to our beautiful Virgin Islands of the United States. Our islands are unique in what they each offer and our communities are filled with people who are proud of our storied history. While visiting, I encourage you to immerse yourself in our culture and to explore the unique offerings of all four Islands that make up our paradise.

St. Croix, the largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, sits to the south of our small island chain and is renowned for its pastoral landscapes, Danish architecture and historical landmarks. With its offshore wrecks and unbelievably beautiful underwater reefs, St. Croix is also a popular destination for diving enthusiasts. Be sure to visit the historic towns of Frederiksted and Christiansted and indulge in St. Croix’s renowned art and delicious culinary scenes.

St. John is one of the smaller U.S. Virgin Islands and conservation center of the territory. It is best known for its pristine beaches and the attractions within the Virgin Islands National Park, which occupies more than half the island. The lands in the Virgin Islands National Park shelter migrant birds and the mangroves support corals and anemones. As with all the Virgin islands, you will find that St. John provides a rich mix of our culture and history.

St. Thomas is our business and shopping center and the seat of government. Charlotte Amalie is the capital town of the U.S. Virgin Islands and is one of the busiest ports of call for cruise ships in the Caribbean.

St. Thomas is among the most popular destinations in the Caribbean for sailing and yachting enthusiasts.

Water Island is the smallest of the U.S. Virgin Islands and rests just off the coast of St. Thomas. It is mostly residential but offers fun attractions like Honeymoon Beach and quaint accommodations. The island can be reached by ferry from the Crown Bay Marina or by other vessels.

As the Lieutenant Governor and Governor, both Treganza Roach and I wish you a warm, fun-filled stay and please accept our invitation to return often to our paradise.

Albert Bryan, Jr. Governor

CONTENTS FEBRUARY / MARCH 2021

IN EVERY ISSUE

36 Artist Niarus Walker.

Dear Visitor, Welcome to St. Croix, a land of spectacular beauty, rich cultural diversity and intriguing history. The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, with 84 square miles of rolling hillsides, pristine beaches and a tropical rainforest, St. Croix offers endless opportunities to pursue your heart’s desire and create a unique vacation experience.

FEATURES 23 St. Croix This Week’s 50 Years 30 Bootstraps Bar & Grill 35 Local Farm Stands 36 Meet Artist Niarus Walker 39 History Found in Maps 41 New! Virgin Kayak Tours

Adventurers and nature lovers can spend time hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, sailing or golfing at one of our championship golf courses.

Scuba diving enthusiasts can experience five different dives in one day.

For a more relaxed approach, swim in the crystalline waters of Buck Island, the only naturally occurring underwater National Monument in the U.S. History buffs can experience St. Croix’s vibrant history through its architecture, historic landmarks, food, music and traditions. Explore the magnificent Estate Whim Museum, a restored 18th century greathouse and sugar plantation, Forts Christiansvaern and Frederik or tour the lush gardens of the St. George Village Botanical Garden. Early risers can catch a picturesque sunrise at Point Udall, the easternmost point in the United States.

Christiansted and Frederiksted, our main seaside towns, are a shopper’s nirvana with charming boutiques offering everything from handcrafted jewelry and apparel to colorful local art. Visitors enjoy a generous $1,600 duty-free shopping allowance.

Our chic hotels, resorts and cozy bed-and-breakfast inns will pamper you with warm hospitality, while our world-class restaurants tempt your taste buds with local and international menus. St. Croix’s wide array of the entertainment choices, including fairs, festivals, live concerts and gaming venues ensure that the fun never ends.

47 Kevin Ferris @ The Reef Golf 59 Mondays At Ten | Doggie Books 60 A Better Day, LLC 61 Cultured Naturals Body Care 62 Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty

4 EVENTS CALENDAR 7 ATTRACTIONS & TOURS 10 SHOP DUTY FREE 22 EASY SHOPPING GUIDE 24 FOOD & DRINK 34 EASY DINING GUIDE 36 LOCAL ART 38 WEDDINGS 39 OUR DANISH CONNECTION 40 WATERSPORTS 46 BEACHES 47 GOLF & TENNIS 48 GOOD TO KNOW 50 STAYING HERE 51 EASY HOTEL GUIDE 52 GETTING AROUND

Rental Cars/Taxis/Ferry 54 MAPS 60 GET FIT/BE WELL 62 BUYING HERE 64 SKYWATCH

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FEBRUARY NIARUS WALKER “Queen Jenny” Oil/Tissue Mixed Media

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On behalf of the Department of Tourism, I hope you have an amazing vacation experience in St. Croix. Thank you for choosing the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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MARCH MARJORIE KING, St. Croix This Week founder.

Fritz Henle

Charlotte Atkins Chelsea Sunshine Liz Covert

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Events Calendar FEBRUARY 2021 / MARCH 2021

THURSDAYS, 6:30PM Team Trivia The Palms @ Pelican Cove Open Daily for Take Out. 340-718-8920

Cruise Arrivals* Frederiksted Pier

LAST THURSDAYS, 6PM Seaside Wine Club Seaside Market & Deli, Gallows Bay 4 wine & food pairings, free. 340-719-9393

Ann E. Abramson Marine Facility Virgin Islands Port Authority— *Check www.viport.com to confirm the most current schedule.

COVID-19 DISCLAIMER: Any or all of these events will be modified or cancelled if necessary to comply with any orders or restrictions at this time. Please call, check websites, Facebook, or text prior to events.

FEBRUARY 15 is the deadline for event considerations for the APR/MAY 2021 issue. Email event info, in the format you see here, to Liz Covert at lizcovert@yahoo.com

ONGOING MON - SAT, 9AM-1PM Self-Guided Tours for the Public Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands Adults, $8, Seniors & residents, $6, kids under 12, $1; cash only. www.sgvbg.org, 340-692-2874 MON-FRI, 3-8PM The Deep End Bar & Grill Live music, Monday & Wednesday www.newdeepend.com, 340-718-7071 MONDAY-SUNDAY Dine In and Takeout The Mill Boardwalk Bar Brick Oven Pizza Menu on FB. 340-643-6455 MONDAY-SUNDAY Dine In, Curbside Pick-up, Takeout Rum and Wine Bar Restaurant Japanese Teppanyaki Steakhouse New Menu on FB. 340-643-4729 TUESDAYS, 7PM until Best Karaoke Nauti Bar & Grille Hospital Street, behind Bryan’s Marine FB, 340-718-0544 TUESDAYS, 6-8PM Tuesday Trivia Sion Farm Distillery, Home of Mutiny Island 4 • Februar y / March 21

FRIDAYS, 9AM Everybody Yoga with Deni Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts In the courtyard; contact Deni at everybodyyogadeni@gmail.com FEB 4 & 11. Valentine Cocktail Classes, Sion Farm Distillery.

Vodka; Reserve your team at 340-690-9322.

Mutinyislandvodka.com/sionfarmdistillery.com TUESDAYS, 6:30PM Beachside BBQ The Palms at Pelican Cove Open Daily for Take Out, 340-718-8920 WEDNESDAYS, 7-10PM Open Mic Night Nauti Bar & Grille Hospital Street, behind Bryan’s Marine FB, 340-718-0544 WED, THURS, FRI, 11AM-4PM Barbara’s Art Studio is Open Pick up To-Go Art Kits, 340-514-9038 THURSDAYS 10-11AM Garden Zen Yoga with Shera Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands Great Lawn under Flamboyant tree.

Wear masks, Bring mats & water. Free.

340-692-2874, www.sgvbg.org, FB THURSDAYS 11:30AM-12:30 PM Mommy & Me Sunshine Yoga with Shera Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands Great Lawn under Flamboyant tree. Free.

Wear masks, bring mats & water.

340-692-2874, www.sgvbg.org, FB THURSDAYS, 6 PM-CLOSE Seafood Boil Night Live music by NO PROBLEMO BREW STX, 340-713-9820 THURSDAYS, 7-10PM Solo artist or DJ Night Nauti Bar & Grille Hospital Street, behind Bryan’s Marine FB, 340-718-0544

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, 8PM UNTIL Live Bands Nauti Bar & Grille Hospital Street, behind Bryan’s Marine FB, 340-718-0544 FRIDAY & SATURDAY, 7PM Live Music The Palms at Pelican Cove Open Daily for Take Out, 340-718-8920 SATURDAYS, 6-8AM Help Keep Our Shorelines Clean!

VI Cares Initiative Various meeting spots, check FB—Clean Up St. Croix for details. Wear mask, we have gloves, bags, and pickers.

SATURDAYS, 8:15 PM Fire Show by Phoenix Fire Collective The Palms at Pelican Cove Open Daily for Take Out, 340-718-8920 FIRST SATURDAY, 9AM-NOON Nursery Plant Sale Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands 340-692-2874, www.sgvbg.org THIRD SATURDAYS, 10AM Orchid Awareness Group Meeting Community United Methodist Church Complex, Frederiksted. 340-514-5349, FB SUNDAYS, 5PM Blues Society Band Nauti Bar & Grille Hospital Street, behind Bryan’s Marine FB, 340-718-0544 SUNDAYS, 5:30-9:30PM Italian Night The Palms at Pelican Cove Open Daily for Take Out, 340-718-8920 LAST SUNDAYS, 6-7PM Eddie Russell Quelbe Jazz Band Livestreaming, FB/Jazz in the Park STX

Events Calendar SAVE THE DATE!

Covid-19 restrictions & best practices allow.

340-773-1989, www.stxenvironmental.org St. Croix Environmental Association Scavenger Hunt Join our self-led island-wide species scavenger hunt! Great for getting outdoors with friends & family in a safe way. Call for your FREE Scavenger Hunt booklet from The St. Croix Environental Association, 340-773-1989.

St. Croix Hiking Association We’ve got Hikes!

Find upcoming hike info, where to meet www.stcroixhiking.org, (340) 772-2073 FEB 5 – 29. Ain’t Misbehavin’ The Musical at Caribbean Community Theater.

Eddie returns to the Christiansted Bandstand the last Friday of each month, when Covid-19 restrictions are lifted.

BY APPOINTMENT When Covid-19 restrictions apply.

VIRTUAL Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Virtual Youth Art Classes Visit website for class curriculum, dates & times.

Free. www.cmarts.com 340-772-2622 VI Pace Runners Virtual Races

FEB 13. 5th Annual Havana Nights, Fort Frederik.

Check out options for participating! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/vipaceraces Open Houses!

Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty 1pm, Saturdays. Go to CBVirtualOpenHouse. com

Art @ Top Hat Company Street, Christiansted Changing exhibits of works by local Virgin Islands fine artists TopHat0055@gmail.com 340-513-3558 Henle Studio Company Street, Christiansted Showcasing paintings & prints by Maria Henle, photographs, books & films of St. Croix’s premier photographer Fritz Henle; Tina Henle photographs. 55 Company Street 340-332-1628 Maufe Gallery Strand Street, Christiansted Unique and dynamic artwork and on-site Jewelry workshop. Crucian Gold, Strand Street. 340- 332-4556.

Joyia Inspirational Jewelry Virtual Styling Sessions Phone or video/zoon, Queen Cross Street.

Regular hours when permitted during Covid-19.

340-713-4569, www.joyiajewelry.com/styling ONE NORTH 1 North Street, Christiansted Tour historic 1760 Townhouse and learn about West Indian furniture, artifacts and history.

340-514-7114, www.stxestatetour.com St. Croix Environmental Association Looking for all-age outdoor activities?

Check FB or website for new activities as

FEBRUARY and MARCH 2021 SHOWS  AINT MISBEHAVIN

The FATS WALLER Musical

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Show Conceived by Richard Maltby, Jr. & Murray Horwitz Music Direction by Philippa Smith-Tyler Directed by Eileen Bishop Des Jardins February 5-6, 12-13, 19-20 Sunday Matinee: February 14 at 4 PM

SWEAT  A Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play by 

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Lynn Nottage Directed by Paul Knipler March 12-13, 19-20 2 Sunday Matinees: March 14 & 21

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ALL DATES & SHOWS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Fridays & Saturdays 8 PM ¥ Sunday Matinees 4 PM Box office & bar open 45 minutes before showtime #  18 Est. Orange Grove

Christiansted, St. Croix

Southwest of Golden Rock Shopping Center

For info & updates, go to www.cct.vi eileencct@gmail.com ¥ 340-778-1983 Februar y / March 21 • 5

Events Calendar TAKE TIME FOR THESE! 19-20 Caribbean Community Theatre Show conceived by Richard Maltby, Jr. & Murray Horwitz; Sunday Matinee, February 14, 4pm.

Estate Orange Grove, eileencct@gmail.com , 340-778-1983 7 SUNDAY, 8:30 AM SIGN IN, 10AM START 17TH Annual St. Croix Dolphins Sea Swim Frederiksted Pier Swim 1 mile to Rainbow Beach. Register by Feb 1. $40. fee includes lunch, awards & T Shirt; Ages 9 & under welcome with escort; www.stcroixdolphins.com 340-719-7946, FB MAR 12 – 21. Lynn Nottage, Pulitzer Prize winning playwright for SWEAT at Caribbean Community Theater.

FEBRUARY 2021 ALL MONTH 2021 Black History Month Virtual Festival Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) Celebrating the 95th Annual Black History Theme, The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity from the founders of Black History Month. See full schedule at www.asalh.org, 202-238-5910 2 TUESDAY TO FRIDAY, 9AM-4PM Portrait of St. Croix Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Through March 7. Saturday, 9am-1pm. www.cmarts.com, 340-772-2622 3 WEDNESDAY, 4:30-5:30PM Generation Pound Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts This is a youth-oriented program fusing movement & music to improve focus, coordination, fitness & teamwork skills; Its outside in the courtyard for social distancing. Book online at www.cmcarts.com, 340-772-2622 4 THURSDAY, 6-7:30 PM Valentine Cocktail Class Sion Farm Distillery, home of Mutiny Island Vodka Check out Facebook page for details and sign up.

340-690-9322 5 FRIDAY, 1-3PM Coral Nursery Snorkel Cramer Park Beach, East End Learn about coral reef restoration efforts; must be a strong swimmer, life vest must be worn; Ages 14+. Free. Registration required. St. Croix East End Marine Park (STXEEMP), FB 5-6 FRIDAY-SATURDAY 8PM 12-13 “AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ The Fats Waller Musical!

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11 THURSDAY, 6-7:30PM Valentine Cocktail Class Sion Farm Distillery, home of Mutiny Island Vodka Check out Facebook page for details and sign up.

340-690-9322 13 SATURDAY, 6PM 5th Annual Havana Nights Fort Frederik, Frederiksted Project Promise transforms the Fort into the tropical rainforests of Cuba. Live pulsating Cuban music, delicious Cuban cuisine, silent Auction; www.projectpromisevi.com 16 TUESDAY, 3PM “Fat Tuesday” Mardi Gras Celebration Nauti Bar Grille New Orleans menu, King Crab Cake & Karaoke Hospital Street, behind Bryan’s Marine 340-718-0544; Nautibargrille.com, FB 18 THURSDAY, 10AM-8PM Art Thursday Downtown Christiansted Galleries and shops show the work of artists & jewelry makers. A favorite of visitors and locals, www.artthursdaystcroix.com, FB 26 FRIDAY & SATURDAY, ASSIGNED 27 T-TIMES Sandbagger’s Open Charity Pro-Am Carambola Golf Club & Buccaneer Resort Benefits The Key of Sea Foundation, dedicated to serving music and art initiatives in the VI & The Charley Foundation, addressing critical needs of children; cclarkson@tourvisionpromotions.com, 615-574-9082 www.charleyfoundation.org

MARCH 2021 1 TUESDAY-FRIDAY, 9AM-4PM Portrait of St. Croix Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Celebrating VI History.

Through March 7. www.cmcarts.com, 340-772-2622, FB

MAR 7. 17th Annual St. Croix Dolphins Sea Swim, Frederiksted Pier.

5 FRIDAY, 9-11AM Citizen Science Event St. Croix Yacht Club Be part of the Seagrass Seine & Water Quality Patrol! Learn to seine, collect and identify small fishes and invertebrates, and record important water quality data. All ages & experience levels welcome; free. Registration required; Friends. stxeemp@gmail.com; St. Croix East End Marine Park (STXEEMP), FB 12-13 FRIDAY & SATURDAY, 8PM 19-20 “Sweat” Caribbean Community Theater A Pulitzer Prize Winning Play by Lynn Nottage set in a working-class bar in Reading, PA. Sunday Matinees, March 14 and 21, 4pm. Estate Orange Grove. Get tickets online at www.cctvi.com.

340-778-1983 17 WEDNESDAY, 3PM St. Patrick’s Day Wearing of the Green Nauti Bar & Grille Hospital Street, behind Bryan’s Marine FB, 340-718-0544; Nautibargrille.com 18 THURSDAY, 10AM-8PM Art Thursday Downtown Christiansted Galleries and shops show the work of artists & jewelry makers. A favorite of visitors and locals, www.artthursdaystcroix.com, FB 31 TRANSFER DAY 104th Anniversary of the United States purchase of the Virgin Islands from Denmark.

COVID-19 DISCLAIMER: Events will be cancelled if necessary to comply with COVID-19 restrictions; Please check websites, Facebook or text/email prior to events.

Attractions & Tours SOAK UP SOME CULTURE!

ATTRACTIONS PLEASE CALL AHEAD.

MANY OF THESE LISTINGS HAVE SHIFTED DAYS & HOURS OF OPERATION WITH THE PANDEMIC. Arthur Able Complex — 340-772-1000 Built in 1799 and once a Danish School, now the Office of the Governor in Frederiksted.

Redesigned by architect William Taylor, it was dedicated to Arthur Abel, a St. Croix joiner and builder, in Sept. 2009. Prince Street, Frederiksted.

Caravelle Hotel Casino — 340-773-0687 Newest Slot Machines, Video Poker, Spin Wheel Games, Cash Raffles. In-town Transportation.

Days and Hours, see Ad below. Christiansted Block Party Series. Facebook.

Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts — 340-772-2622.

Exhibiting the arts of St. Croix and the Caribbean community. 18th Century Danish townhouse; Artist-in-Residence program. Gift Shop. Annual Calendar. Tues – Sat, 11am – 4 pm.

Divi Carina Bay Casino —340-773-7529 Table Games for seasoned players and newcomers. Over 250 Slot, Video Poker, and Multi-game Machines—traditional and video reel. Ticket Play. Live entertainment. Carina Café.

Estate Whim Museum— 340-772-0598 Sugar Factory, Mill, Slave Quarters, Great House.

Grounds map with guided and self-guided options. Exhibits. Open Wed & Sat, 10am – 3pm; Research. Library by appointment.

Ft. Frederik Museum —340-772-2021 Built in the 1750s, this Historic Landmark, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Five permanent collections on display. Open Mon – Fri, 9am – 4pm. See Frederiksted Walking Tour, Pg 58.

Government House —340-773-1404 Built for a Danish merchant in 1749, it now houses offices and a Governor’s apartment.

Courtyard gardens and sweeping staircase to a 2nd-story ballroom. King Street, Christiansted.

Historic Landmark.

advance notice. Mahogany Road, Frederiksted. www.llgfarm.com Lord God of Sabaoth Church — 340-773-1320 Originally a Dutch Reformed Church built in the 1740s, was sold to the Lutherans in 1831.

Rehab under the direction of General Peter von Scholten. King Street, Christiansted.

One North Street —340-514-7114 Historic and restored Christiansted townhouse.

One of the finest collections of antique West Indian Mahogany furniture and artifacts anywhere in the VI. Tours, meetings, luncheons.

24-hour notice. www.stxestatetour.com Pt. Udall Millennium Monument Easternmost point in the US. A giant sundial marks the azimuth of the first sunrise of 2000.

Schooner Roseway – 340-626-7877 National Historic Landmark. Gallows Bay, Christiansted, Dec – Mar. Office open, M-F, 9am5pm. Sunset Sails, 4-6pm. Covid-19 safety measures in place. Sailing questions, call boat phone, 617-755-7241. www.worldoceanschool.org

CARIBBEAN MUSEUM CENTER ARTS FOR THE

10 Strand St. F’std 340.772.2622 Tue-Sat 11am-5pm Local Arts • Gift Shop www.cmcarts.org

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Tour Historic Christiansted Townhouse

Featured in Traditional Home & Magazine Antiques

Hams Bluff Lighthouse—First lit in 1915 under the Danish Government. North of Frederiksted; historic landmark. See Guided Hikes, Pg 9.

Lawaetz Family Museum — 340-473-1557 18th Century Danish farm homestead managed

by Ridge2Reef Farm and backed by the Lawaetz family. National Historic Registry. Open Wed and Sat, 11am-3pm. Group tours any day with

Schooner Roseway. Get onboard for sunsets!

Open, 9am - 1 pm Mon - Sun, Members & Guests Mon - Wed, General Public Verify Hours Before Arrival Museum Store

Details & Pricing —StxEstateTour.com 24-hour notice required • (340) 514 - 7114 Februar y / March 21 • 7

Attractions & Tours

DISCOVER LOCAL LIFE ON ONE OF OUR TOURS! Historical Park & Ecological Preserve exhibit, 2nd floor, Mon-Fri, 10am-2pm. 340-773-1460.

St. Croix’s National Parks —340-773-1460

3. Salt River Historical Park & Ecological Preserve Founded in 1992 in cooperation with the VI Government, the Park documents the human and natural Caribbean world of early indigenous settlements here 4000 years ago through the 1500s. Christopher Columbus landed here in 1493. Nature preserve. Closed for major renovations after double hurricanes in 2017.

New Visitor’s Center coming; exhibits moved to Ft. Christiasvaern at the Christiansted National Historic Site, Mon – Fri, 10am – 2 pm.

1. Buck Island Reef National Monument Proclaimed a National Monument by President Kennedy in 1961. Spectacular beach, hiking and snorkeling trails. 7 miles from Christiansted. Accessible by NPS Authorized Concessioners; find them in Watersports, Pages 40-42. www.nps.gov/buis 2. Christiansted National Historic Site Established in 1952, includes Ft. Christiansvaern, Old Customs House, Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse & Slave Market, and Old Scale House. The Steeple Building is closed for renovations.

Fort open 8:30 am – 4:30 pm daily; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Site parking; public restrooms on Church Street. Salt River

TOURS One North Street. Walk through St. Croix History!

CHANT

Aerial—Scenic, Island Hopping Cape Air, 100 flights a day. 800-CAPE-AIR. See ad Pg 9 for Caribbean destinations.

The Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands, established in 1972. Sixteen acres, 1500 native and exotic species. Restored buildings and ruins of a 19th century Danish sugar cane plantation. Open daily, 9 am – 1 pm, except Christmas. Museum Store. Nursery open First Saturdays, 9am – 2pm. 340-692-2874.

Crucian, Heritage & Nature Tourism

Christiansted — “Alexander Hamilton’s Christiansted,” Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism (CHANT), Thursdays, 9:45am, minimum 2 guests. 340-277-4834. www.chantvi.org.

Danish—Christiansted, Frederiksted, Island, Nina York, (English, too). 340-332-4451.

 Historical Walking Tours  Nature Hikes & Tours

(340) 277-4834 • www.chantvi.org

Frederiksted — Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism (CHANT), 340-277-4834.

Horseback — Beach, Rainforest, Ruins.

Cruzan Cowgirls, 907-841-1990.

Cruzan Cowgirls Horseback Riding Tours. Ride to give back!

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Leatherback Brewing Company VI — Authentic VI Craft Beer, Brewery and Tasting Room. Brews & cans 4 styles a year with Limited Releases. Casual food, Island Life store, self-tours, indoor & outdoor bar.

Roebuck Industrial Park, just west of the airport, 340-772-BEER (2337), www.leatherbackbrewing.com, FB

Attractions & Tours

TRY LOCAL BREWS—RUM, BEER, VODKA! Ridge to Reef Farm—Certified Organic. Tours and farm stays in camp-style eco lodging.

Workshops in permaculture, agroforestry, and living skills. 340-473-1557, ridge2reef.org Rum Distilleries — Captain Morgan Visitor Center, Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm. Gift Shop, 340-713-5654; Cruzan Rum Distillery, Visitors Pavilion & Store, 9:30am – 4pm, M-F. Tours, 10am – 3pm. 340-692-2280.

Sion Farm Distillery, MUTINY ISLAND VODKA — Caribbean’s first & finest Island Vodka hand crafted from breadfruit. Distilled and bottled on St. Croix. Craft cocktails, flight tastings, micro-batch releases, chef-created menu, free tours, AC. Happy Hour, Mon-Fri, 4-6pm. Bright blue, iconic Island Dairies Building, Sion Farm. 340-690-9322, www. sionfarmdistillery.com, FB West Indian Townhouse – 340-514-7114 Historic 1760 site, fine West Indian furniture and artifacts. Tour includes an informal and entertaining Caribbean history lesson! 24-hour notice. Two blocks off the Christiansted boardwalk. www.stxestatetour.com

Mt. Victory Camp & Eco-Lodge. Find relaxation in Nature!

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Air Conditioning Distillery View Full Service Bar Free Tours Good Vibes, Great Eats Also, visit our iconic waterfront tasting room on the Christiansted Boardwalk inside the mill

Sion Farm Distillery. Cocktails to feel good about!

Complete menu and current hours on Facebook @sionfarmdistillery |340.690.9322 mutinyislandvodka.com | sionfarmdistillery.com

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LOCAL MARKETPLACE!

$1600.00

DUTY-FREE ALLOWANCE! For US citizens, this is

DOUBLE the $800.00 limit from other islands!

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will allow visitors to the USVI to enter the US with up to $1600.00 per person of duty-free purchases. ib designs. stay fluid.

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CHRISTIANSTED COMPANY STREET Asha World Designs – +1-340-690-6512 Climb the steps next to Common Cents Pub and you will find the marvelous ASHA shop. British owner Sarajane sells eclectic world adornments and attire gleaned from her extensive global travels. Her signature clothing line is hand made with pride in India, Thailand and Bali using hand block printed, hand loomed natural fabrics with globally sourced fabulous prints. To compliment the ASHA collection you will find a treasure trove of unique jewelry designs, accessories, gifts, textiles and homewares.

This season also brings Pitchulik, Mungo, Erika Peña, Björg, some exciting collaborations and several new capsule clothing lines from emerging world designers. www.ashaworlddesigns.com, @ashaworlddesigns

EBBE’S STORE – 340-773-3020

Approaching their 50thAnniversary, opened by her parents in 1969, Vivian Ebbesen-Fludd swings open the shutters of EBBE’S STORE five days a week to welcome you in. The early-style, open-air storefront still remains today and inside you will find “a little bit of this, a little bit of that, a little bit of this and that.” Madras fabric in dozens of patterns, school plaids and solids, clear and printed plastic table coverings, craft and notion supplies, infant and children’s clothing, men’s and women’s accessories, local books, towels, fans, beautiful ribbon and lace, and gifts, just to name a few! Located on the corner of King Cross and Company Street, open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, and Sat, 11:30am – 5:30pm. Closed Wed and Sun. Facebook.

JOINT DECLARATION

This is a Customs Declaration that can be made by family members who live in the same household and return to the United States together. These travelers can combine their purchases to take advantage of a combined flat duty rate, no matter which family member owns a given item. The combined value of merchandise subject to a Flat Duty Rate for a family of four traveling together would be $4,000. Purchase totals must be rounded to the nearest dollar amount.

ALCOHOL

If you are at least 21 years old, you may also take up to five liters of alcohol duty-free as part of your $1,600 exemption, as long as at least four liters were purchased in the USVI, and at least one of them is a product of the USVI, like Cruzan Rum. Liquor boxes are free to check aboard your return flight.

TOBACCO

Returning resident travelers may import tobacco products only in quantities not exceeding the amounts specified in the personal exemptions for which the traveler qualifies.

See below for up-to-date specifics on Customs Duty information concerning Rates, Duty-Free Shop articles, and Mailing and Shipping Goods.

EBBE’S STORE EBBE’S STORE ~Est. 1969~ ~Est. 1969~

~Est. 1969~

“A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That” Diego Conde

4 King Cross Street Christiansted - 340-773-3020 EbbesStoreInfo@gmail.com

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ALL travelers entering the USVI by air or sea, including in-transit travelers, are required to use the Travel Screening Portal at www.usviupdate. com prior to travel. Submit COVID-19 test results via the portal and not via email.

LEARN MORE

US Customs & Border Protection www.cbp.gov • (877) 287-8667

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TRY IT, LOVE IT, BUY IT! The Shoe Bar – 340-713-1445

Located at 55 Company Street, The Shoe Bar is St. Croix’s premier shoe boutique, carrying styles for both men and women. Ladies can select from bcbg, Chinese Laundry,Vince Camuto, Jessica Simpson, Nine West, Bandolino, Naots and more. For the Gents, we have Nunn Bush (a Florsheim brand), Clarks, Kenneth Cole and Naots sandals and dress shoes. We are very proud to be the only authorized dealer for Naots in the Virgin Islands. Stop by and enjoy a glass of wine while you shop! Open Monday – Saturday, 10 am -5 pm. Facebook, The Shoe Bar VI.

The Shoe Bar. Style and comfort in Naot best sellers!

Asha World Designs. Indian spinning rings.

ib designs – 773-4322 (say “eye-bee”)

An island favorite in historic Christiansted, this gallery is home to the distinctive designs of local artist/metalsmith, Whealan Massicott.

Whealan has been crafting for over 25 years and is fortunate to have a fabulous team of artisans join him in creating magical jewelry.

Being a musician at heart allows life’s movements, patterns, and rhythms to play out in his raw, organic designs. Ib designs Feel Good Jewelry is a salute to the simplicity of life and to the inspiration of creativity. Truly artful, truly unique, truly Caribbean! Feel Good Jewelry for Feel Good People. Stop in to say hi to Whealan, Kris, and the rest of the ib family. Find us on Facebook. www.islandboydesigns.com.

Top Shoe Brands ■ Men’s ■ Women’s A glass of wine while you shop.

BCBG, Jessica Simpson, Vince Camuto, Nunn Bush, Clarks, & Naots, just to name a few.

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LOCAL, HANDMADE JEWELRY A MUST!

SONYA’S Fine Island Jewelry – 340-778-8605

Hook up with the Original- Sonya’s St. Croix Hook. Located at #1 Company Street since 1964, an introduction to the hand-wrought jewelry at Sonya’s begins with the pleasantly inexpensive hook bracelet which is often imitated, never duplicated. Our designs include: hurricanes, hearts, flowers, sea life, breast cancer awareness, and so much more. All creations are crafted in sterling silver, 14 & 18 karat gold—bracelets, rings, earrings, and pendants. Our loyal customers continue to vote our jewelry #1 in the Virgin Islands.

Visit us at www.sonyaltd.com Toll-free: 877-766-9284.

KINGS ALLEY Chaney Chicks & Island Gifts – 305-896-3135 Joyia Inspirational Jewelry. Jewelry that helps you bring forth the POWERS in your life that you want to GROW.

Friendliest gift shop on St. Croix! We specialize in unique island jewelry featuring sea glass and Chaney. Why not treat yourself or a friend to something truly special such as a stunning ocean inspired piece of jewelry?

Come in to see our one of a kind collection of sea glass and Chaney pendants, earrings and bracelets. If you find your own sea glass or Chaney treasure, we can also design a special piece just for you. We also carry locally made hot sauce, jams, coffee, art, Christmas décor, books and much more. Chaney Chicks & Island Gifts is located just off the Christiansted boardwalk behind Brew STX in King’s Alley. Open Monday - Saturday from 10am to 5pm. Find us on Facebook and Instagram.

Chaney Chicks & Island Gifts. Seaglass pens!

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KING STREET

Bougainvillea @ 41 King – 340-719-6020 Find the Fragrances That Inspire. Get lost in the Beauty that is YOU! Walk into a welcoming cloud of beautiful fragrance at the finest locally-owned and operated perfume and skin care boutique on St. Croix. An Approved dutyfree retailer of exclusive lines by CHANEL, Lalique,Gucci, Cartier, Dior, Marc Jacobs, Versace, Carolina Herrera and many more.

Explore a vast selection of natural & luxury skin care cosmetics by Bare Minerals and Shiseido. Enhance your daily skin care routine with facial cleansers, feather light serums, and rich, luxurious products. Play with mineral colors for your face and eyes—mascaras to make them pop and a bouquet of lip colors. Open Mon-Sat, 9:30am - 5:30pm. All fragrances and cosmetic/skin care products from certified/ authorized distributors. FB and IG

QUEEN CROSS STREET

Luminox, Mido, Swiss Army, and Tissot.

Japanese-made from Bering, Casio, Citizen, Guess, Invicta, and Seiko. The largest walkin cigar humidor in the VI with top-selling brands from Arturo Fuente, Padron, My Father, Monte Cristo, Macanudo and Cohiba.

Largest selection of rums from around the world like Ron Zacapa. www.bacidutyfree.com

Fleur - 340-474-0575

Welcome to Fleur! Our sister location to Franklin’s On The Waterfront. Named after our daughter, Fleur, you’ll find your experience as eccentric as the name! Fleur offers items that make your purchase truly heartfelt and unique. Because we seek far and wide to bring you the most interesting creations, you can rest assured it isn’t being offered elsewhere.

And while you browse in peace, you can enjoy a wine-slushy or a cold beverage! It’s truly a one-of-akind experience. Fleur can even ship your “items” if your suitcase is full. Dune jewelry (made with local STX sand), local artwork and crafts, home decor, unique gifts, and fabulous to funky finds for every occasion. Open Mon - Sat, 9 am - 5pm. FB, IG

Bougainvillea @ 41 King. Gabrielle by CHANEL Paris, a classic bouquet of Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, and Orange Blossom.

Baci Duty Free – 340-773-5040

On the corner of Queen Cross and Strand Street, Baci has been here to serve you for the past 24 years! See our large assortment of local hand-made island hook bracelets in silver, gold and black/gold/silver Titanium. Try on St. Croix’s most-wanted designer USA hand-made stacking bracelet by Vahan in silver and gold with diamonds and other gem stones. Chaney, Larimar, Lafonn, St. Croix beads for Pandora, Atocha ship wreck and Greek, Roman coin jewelry. South Sea Pearl necklaces. Designer sunglasses from Gucci, Kate Spade, and many more. Polarized sport sunglasses from Costa, Oakley, Maui Jim, Ray-Ban, and Salt Life. Swiss watches from Alpina, Frederick Constant,

Chaney Chicks & Island Gifts Friendliest gift shop on St. Croix

Sea Glass & Chaney Island Jewelry Pendants • Earrings • Bracelets • Local Hot Sauce Jams • Coffee • Art • Christmas décor • Local Books Kings Alley, off the Christiansted boardwalk Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm • (305) 896-3135

41 KING STREET

340-719-6020

open: Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 5:30pm

Duty free, locally owned & operated. Approved retailer of fine frangrances, natural & luxury skin care and cosmetics. All products from certified/authorized distributors.

@bougainvillea41king

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home a real souvenir made right here on St. Croix. Open Monday – Saturday, 10-6pm.

STRAND STREET

Crucian Gold- 340-244-2996 FEEL THE LOVE and discover how Crucian Gold’s original designs are inspired by St. Croix’s natural beauty and culture. Visit our Christiansted store where Nathan Bishop and our family of jewelers create the Island Bracelets, Chaney Collection, and a wide array of stunning original silver and gold artisan jewelry and gifts. Mon-Sat 10am5pm, FB & IG, www.cruciangold.com

RJS Handmade Designs – 340-642-3291

Sonya’s Fine Island Jewelry. Take the island vibe everywhere you go.

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Hotheads – 340-773-7888 This trendy shop has swimwear for all shapes and sizes including hard-to-find separates, cup sizes, long torso, and attractive styles for full-figured women. We also carry colorful sarongs, cover-ups, bags, great accessories, casual and dressy clothing, and sandals. And…the reason for the name – hats, hats, and more hats! Visit our store on Queen Cross Street near Strand. We’re open 7 days a week, Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm and Sundays, 11 am – 4 pm.

JOYIA-Inspirational Jewelry – 340-713-4JOY (4569)

Artist and jeweler, Joyia Jones, invites you to visit her family-operated studio where we create handcrafted jewelry using silver, gold, and precious stones. Set your intention with our free engraving that allows you to customize your Joyia jewelry with an inspirational word, name, or date. Check out our collection of one-of-a-kind antique spoon pendants, cuffs, and rings. Jump on the trend of mixing metals with our stackable rings and bangles and don’t forget to take a look at our unique square jewelry – we have square rings, bangles, and necklaces! Be inspired. Be creative. Be intentional. Check us out on Facebook and Instagram! Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm. Queen Cross Street www.joyiajewelry.com

Expect the best from Jeweler, Rosa Asencio! For over 17 years, her unique, handmade gold and silver jewelry has received the highest level of customer satisfaction. In addition to forging, hammering, texturizing and soldering, Rosa uses the Lost Wax Casting Method – an ancient process dating back thousands of years to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Although demanding, it rewards the artisan with an object of great individuality. Visit the store to see the complete collections, inspired by the islands beauty and culture. “something is bound to catch your eye!” Strand Street in Christiansted. www.rjshandmadedesigns.com ; FB, IG

Small Wonder – 340-773-5551 A delightful children’s store filled with a large selection of swimsuits, sunhats, sunglasses, St. Croix tee shirts, sundresses & shirts in tropical prints—cool, 100% cotton & linen clothing for boys & girls in sizes from Newborn to Pre-teen.

Also find sturdy wooden educational toys, doll houses, rocking horses & train sets by Plan & Brio. Special items include sterling silver feeding spoons, ceramic piggy banks, adorable stuffed animals, dolls & doll furniture, children’s tables

Tropical Bracelet Factory Outlet – 340-719-0672

We are not only a store but an attraction not to be missed specializing in magnificent jewelry made on the premises. See how your special piece is designed, created, and finished through our studio’s glass windows. View our extensive collection of stainless steel, copper, platinum, gold, and silver earrings, pendants, and rings. We have the largest selection of island bracelets, chaney, Larimar, conch, diamonds of all colors and sizes, certified ancient coins, natural pearls including the most unique of them all— “The Queen Conch Pearl.” Free rum samples from our extensive liquor collection available daily. Stop in for a rare cigar to commemorate your vacation. Known for our locally made crafts and collectables, take 14 • Februar y / March 21

Hotheads. Islandwear top to bottom!

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WHAT’S IN STORES!

MON - SAT, 10AM - 6PM QUEEN CROSS & STRAND ST, CHRISTIANSTED 340-773-5040 - 340-332-4449 BACIDUTYFREE.COM

& chairs, baby & children’s accessories, plus yearround holiday & event costumes. Layaway & Baby Shower Registry available. Located just steps from the Government Parking lot at 1110 Strand Street.

LARGEST SELECTION OF CIGARS IN THE VI! STATE-OF-THE-ART WALK-IN CEDAR HUMIDOR.

Sublime STX Sun-Protective Clothing – 340-713-3113 Made on St. Croix, our clothing images of animals, fish, coral, birds, turtles, waves, and more are digitized from licensed original paintings!

Lightweight and perfect for swimming, fishing, sailing, snorkeling, diving—anything under the sun—with UPF50+ moisture-wicking fabric.

Everything is Sublimation Dyed, so images never fade or wear off, becoming part of the fabric. We have a great selection of long and short sleeve shirts in men, women, youth and toddler styles plus dresses, sarongs, and buffs. Rounding it out is Pura Veda reef-friendly organic sun block and after sun products, sunglasses, locally-crafted jewelry, and sandals. Located in the Caravelle Arcade between Dashi Restaurant and The Remedy. Stop by and try a complimentary sample of locally-brewed Leatherback beer. www.sublimestx.com, Facebook. Mention this ad for 15% off!

Baci Duty Free. Vahan timeless, luxury jewelry collections since 1968.

A one-of-a-kind experience!

FREDERIKSTED

Dune Jewelry Local Art & Crafts Home Décor Unique Gifts (340) 474-0575

CMCA Gift Shop – 340-772-2622 Local Art & Crafts at your fingertips—Annual “Island Art & Soul” Calendars (buy online), Books, Cloth and Carved Bowls, Greeting Cards, Home Accessories, Jewelry, Dolls, Glass, Beaded, and Shell Ornaments, Paintings, Pottery, Prints, Tee Shirts, Tiles, Wall Hangings, and Wire Sculptures.

Inventory changes regularly so check us out often!

Visit the new Gift Shop at Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, housed in an 18th-century Danish townhouse on the Waterfront, Strand Street, Frederiksted. Open Thursday – Saturday, 10am – 5 pm and ‘Cruise Ship Days.’ www. cmcarts.org. Like us on Facebook!

Franklin’s on the Waterfront – 340-473-0222 Truly unique and awe-inspiring finds! Custom made jewelry with local STX sand by Dune, local artwork and crafts, Mary Frances purses, Olivia Riegel pieces, Erbario Toscano diffusers, Vietri, Voluspa candles, Cigars, and fun, funky finds that are always changing. And don’t worry- we offer shipping if you “have” to have it but can’t take it with you if visiting. We work with individuals and

Open Monday-Saturday from 9am to 5pm Queen Cross Street at Strand, Christiansted

Rosa Asencio Silversmith

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HANDMADE DESIGNS

Strand StreetArcade #5 Strand Street, Caravelle

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A RC T I C S A I L I N G For pioneers and global explorers!

Multifunctional watches with sapphire cr ystal.

A RC T I C S A I L I N G For pioneers and global explorers!

Multifunctional watches with sapphire cr ystal. w w w.bering time.com

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FREDERIKSTED cont... vendors worldwide to provide a shopping experience as special as your occasion. Don’t settle for ordinary when we offer extraordinary! Located directly off the Frederiksted pier since 2011, offering the best and friendliest experience around. Let us show you true Caribbean hospitality and enjoy the view of our beautiful sea. It just doesn’t get any better! Open Sunday 8 am - 1 pm, MondaySaturday 8 am - 5 pm. FB

GALLOWS BAY

Rare Finds – 340-713-9254

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Tropical Bracelet Factory & Craft Center. Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver Neck Cuff.

Protect your skin & look good doing it!

UPF 50 + Protective Clothing Clothing blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays Original artwork licensed from artists Made locally on St. Croix!

Just Steps from the Gov’t Parking Lot!

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Tropical print Sundresses & Shirts Swimsuits and Sunglasses Sunhats St. Croix Tee Shirts Sun Hats, Swimsuits & Dresses Wooden Toys 4 Company St., Christiansted 340-773-5551

Located in the Caravelle Arcade in Christiansted Monday - Saturday 10 am - 5pm

Gallows Bay, St. Croix

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Undercover Books – 340-719-1567 If you are looking for an independent bookstore in St. Croix, Undercover Books & Gifts in Gallows Bay is it. The Bistro is located right next door, so you can enjoy a cup of coffee after browsing the shelves. Undercover has everything you need in a bookstore. You will find the latest in fiction, and non-fiction as well as a fantastic children’s section. Don’t be surprised if you run into one or two local writers while you’re there; they have a great local interest selection and provide a comprehensive representation of the local talent. Open Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pm, Sat, 10 am – 4:30 pm. www.undercoverbooksstcroix.com

1110 Strand Street, Christiansted

Undercover Books & Gifts

(340) 713-3113 www.sublimestx.com

This fascinating shop is found at the gateway to Gallows Bay — turn left on East End Road at the By-Pass traffic light. Here you’ll discover an assortment of different, fun gifts and collectibles. Open Wednesday thru Saturday, they offer something old, something new, something for every taste and budPage 1 get. Browse here for a memento of St. Croix.

AROUND THE ISLAND J&H Clothing – 340-244-9861 Can’t seem to find the right outfit? Don’t know what you should wear for a special event? Come see Tamika at J&H Clothing, a small fashionable boutique with women’s dresses, active wear, and swimwear, and men’s shirts, jeans, cultural tees, hats and more! We offer classic brand polos from Lacoste and Ralph Lauren. Our goal is to provide a variety of modern choices that can be worn for ANY occasion. Find us upstairs at Watapana Mall across from Plaza Extra East over Martha’s Deli. Open Mon – Thurs 10 am 5 pm and Fri – Sat 10 am – 6 pm. Can’t wait to see you! Facebook.

and craft center

One of the largest manufacturers of fine jewelry in the USVI

340.719.0672

www.islandbracelets.com

On the corner of Queen Cross and Strand Streets, Christiansted.

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Plaza Extra East – 340-778-6240 Great Price. Right Value. With great low prices, Plaza Extra East features thousands of your favorite grocery store brands as well as foreign specialty foods, bulk packaged items, a full service bakery, deli, and prime meat counter. Plaza offers a large produce section featuring fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs, including locally grown items. In addition to a wide selection of wine and spirits, Plaza Extra East is also home to Doctors Choice Pharmacy. Conveniently located in Peter’s Rest, Plaza Extra East is your one stop, shopping destination for all your grocery, home, and personal care needs. www.plazaextraeast.com

Sublime STX. Supermodel Julie Anderson sporting her UPF50+ reef tee.

Franklin’s on the Waterfront. Fun gifts & collectibles.

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DUNE JEWELRY MADE FROM LOCAL SAND! GIFTS | LOCAL ART | HOME DÉCOR Bath/Body • Beach/Travel • Cards • Cigars Picture Frames • Handbags • Sunscreen • Liquor Souvenirs • Sunglasses • Reed Diffusers Candles • Masks • Brumate Insulated Drinkware

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Antiques, Unique Gifts and Collectibles

Open Wed., Thur., Fri., Sat. 10 am - 4 pm At the Gateway to Gallows Bay

340-713-9254

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LOCAL ESSENTIALS!

Sweet Lime Furnishings – 340-719-6360 Want that WOW factor in your home or condo?

Sweet Lime Furnishings, on Constitution Hill, can help you get it, with indoor furniture made from teak, mahogany and other durable hardwoods; outdoor furniture in elegant unfinished teak, man-made wicker over aluminum frames or durable plastic lumber with a 20-year warranty; comfy sofas and chairs in washable or Sunbrella fabrics; exotic, one-of-a-kind pieces and the work of some of St. Croix’s best-known artists. Our inventory is huge, and we’re adding to it all the time! We’re also happy to special order. Tuesday - Saturday, 10am – 4 pm, www.sweetlimefurnishings.com, Facebook

J&H Clothing. Swimwear, active wear, dresses.

Rouge Duty Free. Polo Red Rush fragrance for men

by Ralph Lauren.

Beauty & Fragrance ROUGE DUTY FREE ST CROIX

The New Luxury Shopping Destination in the USVI

Featuring the largest Fragrances and Beauty Assortment on the island Orange Grove Shopping Center | Christiansted (340) 773-0054

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The Museum Store – 340-692-2874 The Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands Museum Store specializes in botanically themed gifts, books and local art. Offering tasteful home decor and dazzling jewelry designs matched only by the Garden itself! If you’re a cook you’ll find one of the best collection of cookbooks on the island and other kitchen items. There’s great stuff for kids as well, with a focus on toys and books that are both fun and educational.

Remember your trip to the Botanical Garden and St. Croix with a memento from The Museum Store.

Open Mon - Sat, 10 - 4 pm & cruise ship days.

ROUGE DUTY FREE – 340-773-0054

Crucian Gold. Each one different, each handmade, each with special meaning to you.

The International Luxury Rouge Beauty and Fragrance chain is now open on St Croix, USVI! ROUGE DUTY FREE St Croix is the new affordable luxury shopping destination in the USVI. With the largest fragrance, skincare and makeup selection on Island, ROUGE also has two anchor Stop N Shop for MONT BLANC writing instruments, leather goods, luggage and accessories. Plus FURLA Italy (since 1927), the leading trend in Italian leather handbags.

ROUGE is offering Cabin Services facials, cleansing , and more, by the world’s leading Swiss skincare, Cellcosmet/Cellmen, and VALMONT. Located at Orange Grove Shopping Center, we’re open Monday - Saturday , 9am – 5pm.

CARIBBEAN MUSEUM CENTER ARTS FOR THE

Fresh Produce. Bakery.

Gourmet Cheeses. Full Service Butcher. Deli. Salad & Soup Bar. Hot Prepared Foods.

Extensive Selection of Wine, Beer & Liquor

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10 Strand St. F’std 340.772.2622 Tue-Sat 11am-5pm Local Arts • Gift Shop www.cmcarts.org

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FIND IT HERE! Art @ Top Hat

Art / Crafts / Paintings/Fabric Bath, Body & Hair/ Supplements Beach / Travel Gadgets Binoculars/Cameras Books / Cards Cigar Humidor Clothing - Children Clothing - Men Clothing - Women Coffee / Tea / Condiments Crystal / China Fashion Accessories/Watches Fashion Eyewear/Sunglasses Handbags/Totes Home Furnishings/Accessories Jewelry Liquor Local Fruits / Preserves / Produce Music CD’s Pet Supplies Perfumes Shoes / Sandals / Hats Souvenirs / Gifts Skincare/Cosmetics Sunscreen Supermarket / Deli / Bakery Swimwear Tee Shirts Toys

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REFLECTIONS ON ST. CROIX THIS WEEK’S 50 YEARS ANNIVERSARY Mystery Solved, Marge King Found!

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ou might have followed Sherlock Holmes but for me it was Nancy Drew. My sister Martha and I plowed through the mystery book series more than once and, to this day, are still inspired by Nancy’s brave and clever sleuthing and often ask ourselves, “What would Nancy do?”

Nancy’s influence led me to find Marjorie King, the founder of ST. CROIX THIS WEEK—actually Marjorie King’s daughter Lee Lodge Schroth and granddaughter Krista Lee Schroth. I searched for a photo of Marge for weeks for the last issue to no avail. After futile attempts, calling those who may have known her, I zeroed in on her St. Croix Avis obit from March, 1993 that Linda Clarke found and emailed to me with no photo attached.

Nancy Drew by Carolyn Keene

I Googled names in the obit and came up with phone numbers for Krista at work and for Lee at home which was ‘not in use’ as she had switched to a cell. I was hesitant to call Krista at work as she might think it was a prank call; I plowed on.

Next I went to Facebook and messaged both Krista and her brother Robert and waited; Krista replied first, then Robert. Both were excited to have this new connection to their Grandmother and Lee ended up calling me, after hearing from Krista, saying she would be happy to send photos! What a Marge King sailing.

50 YEARS

1971-2021

relief to finally be connected with Marge’s family and be able to honor her this year for all she did to promote St. Croix.

Lee tells me that, “Mom was born in New Britain, CT on March 26, 1918 and died on St. Croix on her 75th birthday. During WWII, she served overseas with the American Red Cross in the China Burma area and India.

Then, after sailing all around the West Indies, she came to St. Croix, following an invitation from her brother Lee Platt, liked this island the best and moved here with a footlocker, an MG sportscar, and a dog.

Mom met my dad Bob Lodge and they built their house at Shoys together. At some point they started This Week in St. Croix (as Marjorie and her daughter Lee Lodge Schroth.

the beach, photographed by Fritz Henle for a travel publication, on Pg 36.

Marjorie and her brother Lee Platt.

it was called then) first in pink before turning green—known as “the Green Sheet” as I was growing up. After my father died, Mom married Tom King, who had worked on his college newspaper, with handy skills for assisting her. I remember us driving around the island making deliveries. One of my favorites was to Frederiksted where we always stopped at a bakery that made wonderful bread. Mom and I took a cooler and some Danish LURPAK butter to spread on it.

Terry Highfield, owner of Antilles Graphic Arts, shares “I remember Marjorie as a considerate and engaging person— someone who had a mission but was never demanding. Marjorie wrote her copy and ads at home and came in to have Linda Clarke and Jan Quigley typeset everything into layouts in the Art Room so it was camera-ready to mail to Florida where a web-fed press could turn it around quickly.

The magazine was briskly printed weekly— one issue was mailed to the printer as another one came in to be typeset. Somehow she was able to have it at airports in NY, Chicago, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico and on AA flights into St. Croix from Miami. Marjorie was about 5’7” but grew to 7’ tall if anything went wrong with her schedule!

Mom was one of the founders On-time distribution of the Orchid Society on was everything; she was St. Croix, too, and I remember dedicated to promoting going to meetings and doing St. Croix, getting the displays at the shows with her. word out, and everything She really enjoyed and in the magazine had to had fun with This Week in HOUSE TOURS 50th Anniversary book be right.”

St. Croix. It means so much to cover. Lee Platt shadow box.

Thank goodness those her family that it is celebrating standards are still in place today allowing fifty years of being in print. Thank you so this printed, now 4-color magazine to stand much for including us in the celebration!” the test of time as thousands of people Marge’s family photos include one with her (locals and visitors) still pick it up monthly brother, Lee Platt, one of the founders of the at 150 locations all over the island. We are St. Croix Landmarks Society and its first so grateful for the support of readers and Board President and who made historic advertisers over the years and I am so happy shadow boxes as a hobby. Find Marge on to be part of this legacy! —S. W. Februar y / March 21 • 23

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Only steps from the Boardwalk with a bite for everyone.

Local cuisine, Pizza, Wings, and our Famous Beetchz Shrimp.

Home of the Crucian Conclusion!

Bootstraps Bar & Grill – 813-495-3244 Socially distanced in a breezy open-air courtyard is Bootstraps Bar & Grill, right off the Christiansted Boardwalk, serving “Southern Cajun Creole Cuisine with a lil Island Flair.” Check out the full story on the newest Christiansted chef and restaurant on Pg 30! Chef Christy is big on Weekly Specials. Drop in for Wednesday Cajun Nite, Thursday Seafood Feast, Fried Chicken Friday, and Saturday Around the World Inspirations including Vegetarian. It’s Not a Diet it’s a life style. Chef Christy is a Board Certified Dietary Nutritionist that uses bold flavors to help introduce guest to tasty vegetables, seeds, fruits, and grains.

Open for Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner, Wed-Sat, 10am – 2pm & 5:30-9pm, Sun, 10am – 4pm. Eat In or Take Out. FB, IG, TripAdvisor.

BREW STX – 340-719-6339 BREWSTX is St. Croix’s only restaurant and microbrewery located on the beautiful Christiansted boardwalk. The two-level waterfront venue provides spectacular views perfect for dining in or for private parties. The menu features local seafood entrees, steak dinners, delicious appetizers, and a variety of handhelds. Enjoy any meal with one of our house-crafted brews on tap! (Full bar available). Open Sunday – Thursday, 11 am – 9 pm, Friday & Saturday, 11 am – 10 pm. www.brewstx.com, Facebook

“A Taste of New Orleans With a Lil Island Flair” King’s Alley, Christiansted Just off the Boardwalk

Wed -Sat: 10am-2pm & 5:30-9pm Sunday: 10am-4pm

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tues/Wed/Thurs 7:30am - 2pm Thurs/Fri/Sat: 8am - 9pm Fri/Sat 7:30am - 10pm SundaySun Brunch: 8am - 2pm 8am - 2pm

Brunch & Dinner Courtyard Dining & Take-Out Forks Up! Chef Christy

Bistro / Art Gallery

Kings Alley, Christiansted

(340) 713-8899

Takeout & Catering Available

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Farm fresh food in a historic courtyard setting

Café Christine | Art Gallery – 340-713-1500 Nestled in a quiet historic courtyard, Café Christine offers fresh salads & small batch cuisine, using local ingredients when available. House-made desserts.

Menu changes daily but includes signature dishes like Vegetarian Platter, Croque Monsieur or Madame, Dark Chocolate Flourless Torte and Coconut Pie. You might also see Salmon Spread with Mixed Greens, Artichoke, Mushroom and Chevre Quiche, Basmati Rice with Fresh Pineapple Salsa or Linguine with Portobello Mushroom Cream Sauce. Open Tuesday – Friday, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, reservations recommended. Join us for a glass of wine, a lovely lunch and admire the local artwork in the cafe. A unique setting, not to be missed; a best kept secret... until now. Company Street in Apothecary Hall.

Menu posted daily on Instagram and Facebook.

The Courtyard - 340-773-7728 Right across the street from Government House on King Street, you’ll find the hidden oasis called The Courtyard. Known for its locally-sourced, organic cold press juices, and fresh fruit smoothies, they now offer soups, salads, sandwiches and quiche along with Vegan and gluten- free options! Sip a cup of coffee, relax, and take a peek at our latest ‘artist-of-the-month’ works on display. Most weekends, we offer Art, Yoga, or Wine and Food Workshops; schedule on our Facebook page. Open Monday - Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm; give us a call for drive-thru or pick-up service!

We’re available for private parties up to 50 people. www.thecoutyardstx.com, Facebook.

Dynamite Tacos – 340-713-5550 Dynamite Tacos is St. Croix’s best kept secret that you must experience for yourself! Serving street style tacos, perfectly blended frozen margaritas, and a variety of Mexican beer—there’s something for everyone.

Located in the Pan Am Pavilion next to Shupe’s on the Boardwalk, this walk-up window makes it easy to grab a quick bite to eat. Choose between house-marinated beef barbacoa, pork carnitas, mojo chicken, or roasted veggie tacos with your choice of sides and daily specials. Takeout and catering available; just call to place your order. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Pies are just the start to your mouth-watering experience at 40. The Grab-n-Go section will have snacks, bottles of wine and fun oddities to entertain your senses. Brunch will be served Saturday & Sunday; creative new specials.

Open 11am to 7pm Mon - Fri & 9am to 3pm Sat & Sun. Downtown Christiansted has hosted a myriad of incredible restaurants, and the owners of 40 Eats & Drinks are proud to continue that tradition.

Café Christine. Vegetarian Platter.

40 Eats & Drinks – 340-692-0524 Located in the heart of Christiansted, the newly renovated and reimagined 40 Eats & Drinks will be a must stop for visitors and locals alike. This establishment will focus on TO-GO items with curbside pick-up, as well as proper social distancing dine-in options. A fun menu awaits those who enter, with choices for everyone. They will revive the Danish open face sandwich, the Smorrebrod, as well as the classic Mac and Cheese Shoppe. Over 5 soups daily, an inspired salad selection and creative Pot

Grounded Café – 340-626-9993 Grounded Cafe began at Victorious Believers Ministries as an outreach to encourage visitors to come and have coffee before service. With this in mind, we opened our first location at the VIYA building that had everything but a Grounded Cafe! We’re now also on Strand Street in Christiansted and the Sunny Isle Food Court. We use Fair Trade beans, Roots Java from Rwanda in fresh blends made to order.

Nitro Brew available. With our hot and cold brewed beverages, signature sandwiches, specialty drinks, hand-crafted salads, soups, fresh-baked novelties, and desserts, Grounded Café is more than coffee, we’re an experience! See our complete Menu online. Get the Grounded Café App at your App Store and order ahead! All three locations open at 7am. www.groundedcafevi.com, IG, FB, T.

FRESHLY BREWED FAIR TRADE “ROOTS JAVA” RWANDA COFFEE

Organic & Fresh Signature Sandwiches Specialty Drinks • Salads • Soups Fresh-baked Novelties • Desserts 1 Christiansted - (340) 626-9993 2 VIYA Building - (340) 626-6799 3 Sunny Isle - (340) 626-6339 Open Mon-Sat • Closed Sundays

ORDER ONLINE

Use our Grounded Café App on your smartphone!

www.groundedcafevi.com

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OUT OPEN FOR TAKE- P CURBSIDE PICK-U DELIVERY SPACED SEATING Luncheria ­­— 340-773-4247 This restaurant is an institution on St. Croix - a taste of Mexico in Christiansted for 37 years! All the locals know owner, Lenny, and Louie, bartender on Thursday and Friday evenings, making the best Margaritas - your way! Enter through the big pillars and follow the Danish brick wall up to the bar for ordering. Enjoy all your favorites, at casual tables in a terraced, outdoor courtyard - Nachos, Salads, Quesadillas, Burritos, Enchiladas, Tacos and Tostadas. Enjoy “Two’fer Tuesday” with 2 Tacos for $5, and 2 Beers for $5. End then there’s “Thursday Night Tacos,” 2 Tacos for $3, dine in only. Located on Company Street in Apothecary Hall and open Monday - Saturday, 11 am - 9 pm, Thursday 11 am 10 pm, closed Sundays.

The Mill Boardwalk Bar and Brick Oven Pizza – 340-643-MILL Very simply put, exceptional harbor views, friendly service, the best Pizza on the island, and more! This open-air, waterfront pizzeria is best described with these notes—Local wood- fired, custom-built brick oven; fresh dough made in-house daily. Charred and chewy crust. Cosa nostra cheese. Open kitchen.

Gluten free “anti” pizza menu items. Yellowfin tuna

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poke. Rum cake ice cream sandwiches. Amazing sunsets. Eclectic mix of locals and visitors. Fast and friendly service. That pretty much sums it up! Open 7 days a week, 11am – 10pm (subject to change).

Facebook, Trip Advisor, Instagram.

Nate’s Boathouse – 340-692-6283 Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch on our boardwalk patio or in our breezy, open-air restaurant overlooking beautiful Christiansted Harbor.

Watch the local fishing boats deliver their daily catch of Wahoo, Tuna, or Mahi-Mahi—we specialize in the fresh seafood brought to our dock every day. Creative dinner options incorporate an eclectic blend of world cuisines along with a unique, affordable wine list.

Drink specials from the most complete bar on the island. Open 7 days, 8am – 9pm, ½ -Price Happy Hour, 4–6pm. FB, IG, www.natesboathouse.com Nauti Bar & Grille – 340-718-0544 This is Christiansted’s ‘Sports Bar on the Water’ with HD TVs inside and out. Come ‘Feel the Breeze’ on our waterfront patio, play pool, darts, and cornhole. We are the Home of ‘Real Texas BBQ,’ fresh local seafood, the coldest beer and hand-crafted libations! Also serving up smoked USDA Choice beef brisket, ribs, sausage, chick-

en, seafood and scratch-made food prepared fresh daily.

“We smoke the good stuff ” so come out early because it goes fast! Family-friendly, great staff, fun games, dancing! Weekly live events—check our Facebook page for current listings. We’re just off Hospital Street down on the water’s edge. Take a left at the BBQ sign; lots of parking. Open 3 pm until we close, 7 days a week; food service 3 - 10 pm. www.nautibargrille.com, FB Rum And Wine Bar Restaurant – 340-643-4729 First Japanese Teppanyaki Steakhouse inspired restaurant on STX, the area of the historic Rum And Wine Bar Restaurant was originally used to hold people coming off the boat and awaiting medical examinations before being allowed to enter the town and island; notice the coral walls and bars on the windows!

Today, come savor our revamped menu, with craft cocktails, a wide array of rums & wines, new teppanyaki section, more sushi, staple starters, and delicious desserts & dessert cocktails...and SAKE BOMBS! Visit our beautiful restaurant and luscious courtyard for a memorable dining experience, Monday to Sunday, from 6 to 10 pm (subject to change). Also inquire about hosting your next social/corporate event with us - catering on-site! Reservations available. Facebook & Instagram for updates and our menu. Tripadvisor.

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Rum And Wine Bar Restaurant. Dip into dinner with Teppanyaki sauces!

Salty Beetchz-340-713-8899 Located in King’s Alley, Salty Beetchz Bar and Grill is the perfect place to relax and enjoy an eclectic mix of local and stateside cuisine. Whether you want to watch the game or have a nice family dinner, this is the place for you. Just steps away from the Boardwalk, you will find Salty Beetchz large outdoor deck, perfect for dinner or cocktails under the stars and beautiful lighting. With a wide variety of options, you’re sure to find a great bite for everyone on your guest list. Be sure to try the famous Beetchz Shrimp or wrap your night up with the Crucian Conclusion. Take-out and Catering available. Open for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner—Thurs, Fri, Sat, 8am – 9pm, Sunday Brunch, 8am – 2pm. Closed Mon, Tues, Wed.

Maria’s Cantina & Sports Bar – 340-713-0222 This Mexican Restaurant & Sports Bar (little Mexico in Gallows Bay) is owned by Chef Maria Fonrouge—actually from Mexico! They will transport you there with authentic Mexican cui- sine— something for everyone—meat lovers to vegan.

Burritos and Tacos, made-to-order, are served as fast as you can say “Andale!” Special-value Kids Menu. Margaritas, Sangria, Micheladas, 9 Draft Beers, and Maria’s Signature Drinks made fresh daily. There are 14 TVs for our Sport Fans. Eat in AC or in the courtyard. Kitchen open Monday, 11 am – 9 pm, Tuesday – Saturday, 11 am – 10 pm. Follow us on Facebook for menus and daily specials.

Seaside Market & Deli – 340-719-9393 Seaside Market & Deli is St. Croix’s only gourmet market! With a full-service bakery and deli, Seaside offers made-to-order sandwiches, fresh breads, deli meats, and a variety of sweet treats. Shop Seaside for a huge selection of wines, gourmet cheeses, specialty food items, and the freshest meat and seafood on island.

We feature a variety of convenient, ready-made foods

Mexican Restaurant & Sports Bar

Authentic Mexican Food

Best Margaritas & 9 Draft Beers on Tap!

LUNCH & DINNER Monday 11 am - 9 pm Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 10 pm

340-713-0222 Gallows Bay Marketplace including a fresh soup and salad bar, and a buffet featuring hot entrees and sides plus a large selection of fresh produce, including local selections, and a coffee & juice bar featuring your favorite coffee drinks, fresh squeezed juices and smoothies. Seaside Market & Deli – Eat Fresh. Live Smart. Facebook

SHUPE’S on the Boardwalk – 340-773-3400 Looking for something affordable and quick? Look no further! Shupe’s on the Boardwalk offers casual waterfront dining, featuring fresh, hand-ground burgers, hand-cut fries, chicken wings, veggie burgers, chicken sandwiches, soft-serve ice cream, and more. All meals served in an easy-travel paper bag.

Of course, a full bar at your disposal as well! The best spot on the Boardwalk for burgers and beer!

Open Monday – Thursday, 11 am – 10 pm, Friday & Saturday 11 am - 11 pm, Sunday, 11 am – 9 pm.

Facebook & Instagram.

TOAST Diner – 340-692-0313 This cozy, award-winning diner near the boardwalk waterfront boasts an extremely creative menu including Venezuelan-style arepas, breakfast allday-long, rum cake French toast, the diner burger, biscuits and gravy, the decadent Peanut Butter and Jealous Sandwich, daily specials, and more! While a full bar is available, locals and visitors depend on the Build-Your-Own-Bloody- Mary, and the best coffee on St. Croix! Come with company or come alone and make a new friend. Toast is sure to become the ritual start to your day! Walk-ins only.

Phone orders welcome. (facebook, Trip advisor, Februar y / March 21 • 27

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Beach Side Café ­— 340-772-1205 or 340-772-1266 The Beach Side Café at Sand Castle on the Beach Hotel in Frederiksted offers fresh catch seafood specials, American and local dishes with tropically-inspired cocktails and mocktails hand-crafted from local juices, along with our house-made desserts on the island’s best beach for fun-in-the-sun and spectacular sunsets.

Open Thursday – Monday, 11 am – 8:30 pm, and our fabulous Saturday and Sunday Brunch from 10am until 3pm with dinner following from 4:30 until 8:30. Join us Tuesday and Wednesday for our outdoor grill 11am until 6:30 pm featuring burgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, chicken and Mahi sandwiches. Visit Sand Castle on the Beach and the Beach Side Café for everything you’ll need to enjoy a true St. Croix experience.

Ciboné – 340-719-2663 Back and even better, Cibone is an exciting, intimate dining experience. Featuring local, farm-fresh ingredients and wild-caught seafood, they were an Entre award-winner in the 2017 Taste of St. Croix.

Located in the charming and historic Limetree Courtyard on King Street, they are open for Lunch, Tues – Sat, 11am – 3pm, Dinner, Tues – Sat, 6 – 10pm, Brunch, Sun, 11am – 3pm. FB

Beach Side Café. Blackened Mahi Fiesta Bowl.

Lunch, Dinner, Weekend Brunch

fine seafood 340-719-2663

and Spectacular Sunsets Reservations at 340-772-1266

Six Nine Restaurant & Bar - 340-772-6969 Welcome to Six Nine, Frederiksted’s newest, revitalized restaurant, in the former Pier 69 location!

Nestled in the romantic waterfront courtyard in front of Frederiksted Pier, we offer an elegant, outdoor or indoor, dining experience. For dinner, enjoy hand-cut steaks, fresh local seafood, homemade pastas, daily specials, a weekly oyster happy hour, all complimented by a carefully curated and fun wine and cocktail list. Lunch is more casual, offering sandwiches, burgers, fish tacos and more! Follow us on facebook @ sixninestx or online at sixninestx.com. Opening at the beginning of November. Reservations highly recommended! Lunch Tues-Sat 12-3pm, dinner Tues-Sat 6-9pm, Sunday Brunch 11-4pm.

Tap Deck Bar & Billiards - 340-773-5227 Tap Deck is located on the waterfront in front of Frederiksted Pier! Enjoy an eclectic small bites menu, daily chef specials, domestic and imported draft beer, and an extensive cocktail selection. We offer both inside air-conditioned seating, and outdoor balcony seating with a view of the Pier and the always amazing West End sunset. Come for poke, flatbreads, salads, sliders, our famous SpinachArtichoke Dip and more, and stay for the inviting atmosphere and professional, fun bartenders. We’re

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smashing view of Green Cay! With a great selection of tropical blender drinks and a diverse menu, there is something for everyone. Come see us for Weeknight Specials – Mango BBQ Ribs, Tuesday, live entertainment—Yoshea on Sax, Wednesday, no entertainment, Thursday, Disco Bingo, Friday, Crab Races, Sunday Brunch, Bill Bass Steel Pans when available. Open Mon – Sat, 7 am – 9 pm, Sun, 8 am – 2 pm. www.newdeepend.com, Facebook.

also the first restaurant on St. Croix to eliminate single use plastic! Entrance is on the 2nd floor, through the Six-Nine courtyard in front of the Pier!

Open daily for happy hour 3pm-5pm and dinner 5-10pm. Follow us on Facebook @TapDeckSTX or online at tapdeckstx.com

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Blue Water Terrace – 340-692-BLUE (2583) A restaurant and catering business with a fabulous view across from Buck Island! Specialties are steaks and seafood, ‘Lori’s Famous’ Fried Chicken, BBQ ribs, lasagna, chicken pot pie, hot and cold sandwiches, salads, and pizzas. Find Lori’s housemade desserts, ice cream, and local artwork and jewelry in the Market. Open Thursday – Monday, 5 – 9 pm, Sunday Brunch, 10am – 2 pm. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday. Call ahead for reservations, catering parties, or to have your food ready for pick up! www.bluewaterterrace.com, FB.

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Thursday – Monday, 5 – 9 pm Sunday Brunch, 10am – 2pm Closed Tuesday & Wednesday

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Think of us for your catered parties, private functions overlooking Buck Island, sweet tooth fix, last-minute lunch box, fried chicken picnics, ice cream cravings, pizza-n-beer, Sunday afternoons, & the finest cuisine & spirits.

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Restaurant: Fresh Fish daily specials, Famous for Lori’s Fried Chicken & fresh pasta dishes, Award-winning house-made desserts and Sunday Brunch overlooking Buck Island.

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Deep End Bar & Grill — 340-718-7071 Tucked between Tamarind Reef Resort & Spa and Green Cay Marina sits the Deep End Bar & Grill serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 6 days a week!

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Cheeseburgers in Paradise – 340-718-1118 We are following all CDC precautions. Please wear a mask at all times unless you are eating or drinking.

Serving daily from Noon till 8pm, weekends Noon till 9pm. Friendly atmosphere, open-air seating. Come and enjoy our World Famous Cheeseburgers! We also have veggie burgers, several salads, fish sandwiches, steaks, fried chicken, chicken fried steak and daily Deep End Bar 2010.indd mouth-watering Specials. Choose your own unique libation from our full bar or try one of our frozen specialty drinks! East End Road at Southgate. FB

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Duggan’s Reef — 340-773-9800 It’s easy to see why this beachfront restaurant, an informal, open-to-the-breeze spot overlooking Buck Island, has been a local favorite for more than 35 years—voted Best Seafood on St. Croix by readers of the Daily News! Start off with drinks or your choice from the wine list. We specialize in local lobster and fresh fish. Also enjoy pasta, filet mignon, and our choice of freshly prepared desserts. Try Frank Duggan’s Sunday Brunch, 10 am – 1:30 pm, with Eggs Benedict, weekly specials, Mimosas or Bloody Marys. Reservations welcomed! Dinner served 6 nights a week. Closed Mondays. September, closed last three weeks.

Restaurant & Catering St. Croix’s East End, Gorgeous Buck Island View!

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Goat, Soup and Whiskey – 340-773-3333 Welcome to the Goat! Lunch service begins at 11:30am with appetizers, soups, salads and sandwiches.

Enjoy your lunch with a glass of wine, beer, or a freshsqueezed Caribbean cocktail. Dinner service begins at 5pm with Steaks, Chops, Seafood, and Pastas combining with the delicious lunch offerings. Pair your dinner with a selection from the wine list or from the extensive craft cocktail menu. Choose fresh coffee, espresso or cappuccino to compliment in-house desserts. At Sunday Brunch, from 10am – 2pm, take in views of Buck Island with a glass of Champagne, a Mimosa, or build-your-own Bloody Mary. Our alfresco dining room is located at Coakley Bay Condominiums on East End Road. Dinner reservations recommended, Thurs – Tues, 11:30am – 9pm.

Closed Wednesdays.

MEET CHEF CHRISTY BROWN! How long have you been on St. Croix and from where? I’ve been on St. Croix for about two years, and I’d say I’m from the ‘world.’ Prior to Bootstraps, I was a Private Chef in New Orleans and an International Yacht Chef .

Why St. Croix? To be honest I was bamboozled by the magical words of a “friend” who told me tales of opportunity and abundance that would involve my very own food cart but, when I got here,three days before St Patrick’s Day 2019, there was no food nor cart but I did recognize the opportunity.

Why the name Bootstraps? Because its what I had to pull myself up by in order to get started and keep “Bootstraps” running; also helped with the pirate theme that I’m really fond of.

NORTH SHORE A Better Day Café, LLC. Redesigning the way we eat!

Cast Iron Pot – 340-692-2477 Here lies the essence of Local Cuisine! “We strive to preserve tradition and culture while keeping a modern flare and extend our hospitality and authentic flavors to the St. Croix community and our visitors.” Hearty

What is your background in food prep and who were your influences along the way? I went to the Art institute of Tampa and graduated with a Bachelors in Culinary Management and a few years later became a Board Certified Dietary Nutritionist.

Influences were my Grand Mother, Jusill Mckenize, Julia Child, Cajun Chef Justin. Chef Dookie Chase, Chef Ming Tasi, and Chef Paul Prudhomme.

Have you had a restaurant before? No but I’ve helped open a few with menu concepts.

Tell us about your location and menu. Bootstraps Bar & Grill is located in Kings Alley off the Christiansted Boardwalk.

Why flavors of New Orleans? New Orleans is the place where I was culinarily made—the sights and sounds of the food being made all around from the tame to the spicy with rich African influences, French flavors, and Native American heritage infused with so many different bites that I just wanted to share that full-body boldness with my guests’ pallet!

Open Wed-Sat, Brunch, 10am-2pm, Dinner, 5-9pm, Sunday, Brunch, 10am-4pm. Specials— Wednesday - Cajun Nite, Thursday - Seafood fest, Friday - Fried Chicken Friday, Saturday - Around the World Inspirations.

Anything else you would like us to know about you? I would like to thank St Croix for the lessons that it has taught me from patience and gratitude to a sense of community that I thought only dreams were made of and for that I appreciate this opportunity to give back to the island.

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dishes like Savory Stewed Chicken, Salt Fish Gundy, Red Peas Soup, Catch-of-the-Day, Pot Fish, Fresh Local Beef, Coconut Bread Pudding, and Homemade Cakes are prepared with love and passion by Burton Peterson, awardwinning local chef and owner of Top Class Catering for 20 years. Trip Advisor “Top-Rated Seafood & Caribbean Cuisine Restaurant.” Northside Road in Estate La Grande Princesse. Open Tues & Wed, 11 am – 5 pm, and Thurs – Sat, 11 am – 9 pm. Local lobsters, every style, every day!

Leatherback Landing @ Cane Bay – 340-718-0362 Leatherback Landing has arrived in Cane Bay! With a focus on promoting exceptional local beer while embracing and celebrating the community, the restaurant boasts a rotating selection of fresh Leatherback Brewing beers on tap and in cans along with classic island cocktails.

The food menu features many favorites along with local specials made with quality ingredients sourced from farmers, bakers, and fishermen located right here on the island. Happy Hour runs from 4pm6pm daily, and brunch, which starts at 10am every Sunday, is a must. Reservations and large parties are welcome. Cane Bay is a day-trip destination where you can bring the whole family. Pull up a seat, grab a drink, and take in the natural beauty of the island.

The Palms at Pelican Cove – 340-718-8920 Located 3 miles west of Christiansted, the natural Beach Side setting of The Palms Restaurant & Bar underscores the award-winning flavors coming from the kitchen. The atmosphere can be dressed up or down; Oceanfront dining is available in our open-air pavilion. The Palms Restaurant and Beach Bar is a favorite among locals and is reasonably priced. We offer Steak, Wings, Seafood, Burgers, Salads, Cold Drinks, and more! We are open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Mon-Thurs 7:30 am-10 pm, Fri & Sat 7:30 am- 11 pm, Sun 8 am-10 pm. We have nightly Chef Specials, Daily Happy Hour 3pm-6pm and Live Entertainment on Friday & Saturday nights. Call ahead for takeout orders. Reservations necessary for Parties over 6. Follow us on Facebook!

Leatherback Landing. Rotating selection of Leatherback Brewing Co. beers on tap.

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16th year!

Restaurant - Bar

Caribbean • Latin • Seafood

Open Mon & Tues, 11:30 - 6pm Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, 11:30 - 9pm Sun, 10:30 - 8pm Happy Hour! Thurs & Fri, 4:30 pm – 7 pm

Mid-Island, Rt. 663

340-779-3285

Private Parties • Conference Room Daily Specials • Top Class Catering Tues & Wed 11 am - 5 pm Thurs - Sat 11 am - 9 pm

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Food & Drink NORTHSHORE / MID-ISLAND

MID-ISLAND

A Better Day Café – 340-244-0333 Nestled in the heart of the Beeston Hill Gym is A Better Day Cafe, the whole-food plant-based restaurant and island’s first full-service meal prep kitchen! Founded to give St. Croix a place to eat clean delicious foods, we are proud to have been serving you for almost 2 years!

Known for our home-made bean burgers, gluten-free pates, Smart Lunch Meal Prep specials, hearty soups and detox juice cleanses we are committed to making healthy eating fun, delicious and convenient! We also offer Holistic Health Consultations with our founder, Dr. Micah McIntosh, to personalize your meal plans, supplement recommendations, and combat chronic disease! We have quick pick-up for your nutritious goods and Zoom Video for appts! Call or text us daily for our tasty specials at abetterdayllc.com/specials. Facebook

El Flamboyant. “For the best Latin food on St. Croix.” L to R, Ibon, Klary, Betsy, Jossie.

Susan Wall

SUPERSTORE

BIGGEST SUPERMARKET IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS! 5 minutes from the Airport • Open 7 days a week Largest selection of fine wines & spirits • Fresh produce Proud supporters of our local farmers Fresh USDA meats, poultry & seafood • Pharmacy in store

El Flamboyant – 340-779-3285 “People like coming here,” says owner Yvonne Villegas. “I learned to cook from my mother who had a restaurant in Puerto Rico for many years and now its my turn to cook and serve these coveted family recipes!” This colorful, family restaurant offers up a Caribbean, Latin, and Seafood menu that has been pleasing patrons for over 16 years. If you like fresh fish, lobster, conch, and shrimp, or chicken, steaks, and pork chops, you must try the way they do it at here! Happy Hour tradition on Thursday and Friday nights is to stop for a drink then take shish-kabobs home from the drive-up booth! Located between Centerline Road and the Highway on Route #663 and open Monday – Tuesday, 11:30 am – 6 pm, Wednesday – Saturday, 11:30 am – 9 pm, Sunday, 10:30 am – 8 pm.

Leatherback Brewing Company – 340-772-2337 Leatherback Brewing Company proudly produces authentic Virgin Islands craft beer with uniquely Caribbean grown ingredients and influences alongside traditional beer styles. We aim to build the community and culture around well-crafted beer and to celebrate and steward our Caribbean life!

Leatherback’s flagship location, the St. Croix Brewery

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#14 Plessen • Frederiksted, VI 00840-4621

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Steaks • Seafood • Wings • Burgers • Cold Drinks Daily Chef Specials L IVE MUSI C EVERY FRI DAY & SATURDAY NIGHT Magic Monday / Bingo Tuesday / Trivia Thursday

(340) 718-8920 Palmspelicancove.com

Food & Drink MID-ISLAND

and Tasting Room, is located in the Roebuck Industrial Park just up the highway from the airport.

Leatherback brews and cans four styles year-round and releases a rotating series of Limited Releases.

Many of the styles feature local ingredients. The Tasting Room serves a selection of pizzas, wraps, salads and appetizers and features an indoor and outdoor bar with a family-friendly atmosphere. Our second location is on St. Thomas and you can also find our beers in cans and on draft in local stores and restaurants. www.leatherbackbrewing.com, FB MUTINY Island Vodka - 340-690-9322 The Caribbean’s original Island Vodka handcrafted from breadfruit, MUTINY Island Vodka® is a true island vodka with a luxurious smoothness that reminds you of the trade winds and blue waters of its island home. The only spirit distilled, bottled, and distributed on St Croix, we are proud to be a US Virgin Islands export! Full of Island vibes, Island character, Island flavor, and Island rhythm!

The magic of breadfruit not only makes a smooth Island Vodka, but it helps feed people, create jobs, and benefit the environment. Ask for us at all restaurants on island, visit our iconic mill tasting room on the Christiansted boardwalk, and join us at Sion Farm Distillery for breadfruit eats and drinks. BETTER Cocktails. BETTER Planet.

La Reine Chicken Shack – 340-718-5717 Serving the Community for 17 years! Are you ready to savor one of St. Croix’s best- kept secrets?

Taste La Reine Chicken Shack’s mouth-watering BBQ chickens, slowly-cooked on wood-chip coal over an open pit! Get in line! Other menu favorites include Roast Pork, Ribs, Steak, Local Seafood, daily specials and many other island delicacies.

Come mingle with our friendly staff and local patrons in our recently renovated outdoor seating area. Enjoy one of our most popular drinks “Cruzan Confusion” at our full bar. Located midisland on Route #75, off Centerline Road, we’re open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Eat in or Take out! Facebook Plaza Extra West Supermarket – 340-719-1870 The biggest, full-service supermarket on St. Croix features organic, fresh local produce. Our Dairy Department is filled with a variety of fine cheeses, a large selection of meats, organic eggs, and juices.

Our Meat Department is stocked with the finest cuts prepared by our Master Butcher; USDA meats, Certified Angus meats, poultry, and seafood. Pair your favorite cheeses, seafood, meat and desserts with our wines from the largest liquor selection on island. We have catering available from our fullservice Deli and Bakery. Try our delicious Stone House Subs, pastries and desserts. Artisan breads, platters, and hot foods served daily. We look forward to serving you. www.plazaextrawest.com, Facebook.

Sion Farm Distillery - 340-690-9322 Located in the iconic Island Dairies Building in Sion Farm, halfway between downtown Christiansted and the airport, you will find our renovated, air-conditioned, bright blue Sion Farm Distillery. Come enjoy the Caribbean’s first and finest Island Vodka®, MUTINY Island Vodka®, handcrafted from breadfruit. MUTINY Island Vodka® is the only spirit distilled, bottled, and distributed on St Croix. Better Cocktails. Better Planet. Our family-friendly, Distillery offers complimentary tours, flight tastings, a chef created menu, full service, distillery view bar, merchandise, micro batch releases, and more! Enjoy one of the island’s best Happy Hours Monday – Friday, 4 – 6 pm. Find our complete menu and hours of operation on Facebook @sionfarmdistillery, or on our website www.sionfarmdistillery.com, or give us a call. Come experience island vibes, island character, island flavor, and island rhythm.

La Reine Chicken Shack. An Island Favorite!

REMEMBER THESE FROM 1978?

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Food & Drink TELL ME WHERE TO EAT!

OPEN FOR TAKEOU CURBSIDE PICK-U T P DELIVERY SPACED SEATING

Easy Dining Guide Restaurant

Take Local area Out code is (340)

Cuisine

Meals

Credit Cards

Res.

Location

40 Eats and Drinks

X

692-0524

Fresh/Eclectic/Cocktails

L, D

AE, D, MC, V

No

Christiansted

A Better Day Cafe at Beeston Hill

X

244-0333

Vegan/Caribbean/Meal Prep/Detox

B, L, D

MC, V

Yes

Mid-Island

Beach Side Café

X

772-1266

American / Local / Seafood / Waterfront

L, D, BR

AE, MC, V

Yes

Frederiksted

Blue Water Terrace

X

692-2583

Restaurant / Market / Deli

D, BR

MC, V

Yes

East End

Bootstraps Bar & Grill

X

813-495-3244

Southern Cajun Creole Cuisine

B, L, D

Electronic

No

Christiansted

BREW STX

X

719-6339

Sandwiches / Smoked Wings / BYO Salads

L, D

MC, V, D

No

Christiansted

Café Christine’s / ART GALLERY

X

713-1500

Fresh / Healthy / Café-style

L

None

Yes

Christiansted

Cast Iron Pot

X

692-2477

Local / Seafood / Grill

L, D

MC, V

Yes

Northside

Cheeseburgers in America’s Paradise

X

718-1118

Continental

L, D, BR

MC, V

No

East End

Ciboné

X

719-2663

Farm / Sea-to-Table

D, BR

MC, V

Yes

Frederiksted

Deep End Bar & Grill at Tamarind Reef Resort

X

718-7071

Casual / Beachside Dining

B, L, D, BR

MC, V

Yes

East End

Duggan’s Reef

X

773-9800

Seafood / Steakhouse

D, BR

MC, V

Yes

East End

Dynamite Tacos

X

713-5550

Authentic Mexican Street Tacos

L, D,

AE, D, MC, V

No

Christiansted

El Flamboyant

X

779-3285

Latin / Seafood / Caribbean

L, D, BR

None

No

Mid Island

Goat, Soup and Whiskey

X

773-3333

Casual / Fine / Continental

L, D, BR

MC, V

Yes

East End

Grounded Cafe

X

626-9993

Fair Trade Coffee / Casual Hand-crafted Meals

B, L, D

AE, MC, V

No

Csted/Sunny Isle

La Reine Chicken Shack

X

778-5717

Open Pit BBQ / Seafood

B, L, D

ATM

No

Mid Island

Leatherback Brewing Company

X

772-BEER (2337)

Pizza/Wraps/Salads

L, D

D, MC, V

No

Mid-Island

Leatherback Landing @ Cane Bay

X

718-0369

Grill / Seafood / Caribbean / Waterfront

B, L, D

MC, V, D

No

Northshore

Maria’s Cantina & Sports Bar

X

713-0222

Authentic Mexican

L, D

AE, MC, V

No

Gallows Bay

Nate’s Boathouse & Seafood Emporium

X

692-6283

Seafood / World Cuisine

B, L, D, BR

D, MC, V

Yes

Christiansted

Nauti Bar & Grille

X

718-0544

Smoked Meats/Chicken/Fresh Seafood

L, D

AE, MC, V, D

No

Christiansted

Rum And Wine Bar Restaurant

X

643-4729

Teppanyaki/Sushi/Craft Cocktails/Courtyard

D

AE, D ,MC, V, Debit

Yes

Christiansted

Salty Beetchz

X

713-8899

Local/Pizza/Wings/Cocktails

B, L, D, BR

AE, D ,MC, V, Debit

No

Christiansted

Seaside Market & Deli

X

719-9393

Gourmet /Salad Bar/ Prime Meats

B, L, D

AE, D, MC, V

No

Gallows Bay

Shupe’s on the Boardwalk

X

773-3400

Burgers / Wings / Ice Cream

L, D

MC, V, D

No

Christiansted

Sion Farm Distillery

X

690-9322

Craft Cocktails and Eats

L, D

AE, D, MC, V

No

Mid-Island

Six Nine Restaurant & Bar

X

772-6969

Steaks/Seafood/Pasta/Wine

L, D, BR

AE, D, MC, V

Yes

Frederiksted

The Courtyard Juices & Fitness Center

X

773-7728

Juices / Smoothies / Healthy Food

B, L

D, MC, V

No

Christiansted

The Mill Boardwalk Bar Brick Oven Pizza

X

643-6455

Brick oven pizza / Waterfront

L, D

AE, D, MC, V, Debit

No

The Palms at Pelican Cove

X

718-8920

American/Caribbean/Beachfront

B,L,D,BR

MC, V, D

Yes 6

Northside

TOAST Diner

X

692-0313

Eclectic / Venezuelan Food

B, L

MC, V, D

No

Christiansted

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Food & Drink MID-ISLAND

FARM STAND FRESH! CALL AHEAD OR CHECK ONLINE FOR CHANGES IN SCHEDULES. ARTfarm, LLC – 340-514-4873 Produce Pickups; get on email notice at www.artfarmllc.com or check FB. Crescent Farm - 340-277-0707 Sat - Sun, 9 am - 5 pm or by appointment.

Solar-powered, organic farm. Seasonal fruits & vegetables. Facebook La Reine Farmers Market – 340-778-0998 Sat, 6:30 am – 11 am New Location. VI Dept of Agriculture Ag Station, East Building, on Rt. 669. Vegetables, fruits, plants, and trees.

Ridge2Reef Farm – 340-473-1557 Wed & Sat, 11am – 3 pm Pick up our fruits, veggies, and meats at the Lawaetz Museum in Frederiksted. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. Sign up & pick-up locations. www.ridge2reef.org

MUTINY Island Vodka. A spirit to feel good about from responsibly-sourced ingredients.

Sejah Farm – 340-277-6046 or 277-9392 Mon – Fri, 10 am – 5 pm, Sat, 7 am – 5 pm Dale and Yvette Browne offer livestock, eggs, & organically grown vegetables. www.sejahfarm.com. Accepts credit cards.

The Caribbean’s Original Island Vodka® Handcrafted from breadfruit in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Southgate Corner Farmer’s Market – 340-332-3932 Sat, 8 am – Noon Produce, fresh & preserved local fruit, fresh baked goods, local honey, handmade soaps, herb and ornamental plants.

Tropics Hydroponics Farm – 340-227-5546 Mon - Fri, 8 am - 4 pm, Sat, 8 - 12 noon, Sat, La Reine Market Brian McCulough specializes in Bibb lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, & other vegetables.

Farm locations, Pg 54-55.

Serving the Community for 17 years!

Mouth-W Mouth-Watering atering

Open-Pit BBQ Chicken Roast Pork Ribs • Steak Local Seafood

Catering for All Occasions!

Newly Renovated with Full Bar

Try our “Cruzan Confusion!”

Open 7 Days a Week!

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Rt. 75 off Centerline Road

ARTfarm, LLC. Freshness packed for Pick Up!

Eat In or Take Out • 340-778-5717

Island Vibes, Island Character, Island Flavor, & Island Rhythm ™

Better Cocktails. Better Planet.

340.690.9322 visit us @sionfarmdistillery

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On the Covers

ART THURSDAY, CHRISTIANSTED, FEB 18 & MAR 18.

FEB 21

NIARUS WALKER

Niarus Walker is a visual artist, art educator and curator born in Dominica, W.I., the land of 365 rivers and amazing outdoor experiences. She received a BFA from Moore College of Art and Design, Philadelphia and an MS in Art Education from Florida State University.

Niarus currently lives and works on St. Croix, the island of beautiful sandy white beaches and great outdoor adventures.

She has been a practicing artist and Art Educator for 25 years on middle school, high school, and university levels.

Niarus Walker.

She has exhibited locally, nationally and internationally including the US and Denmark and her works are primarily in private collections. Over 25 years, she has curated a number of exhibitions and has had several solo and group exhibitions.

Until 2019, Niarus was a volunteer at The Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts in Frederiksted, serving as board member and President of the Board of Directors, and curator. As a passionate advocate for Arts in Education, she also started Youth Art Month Annual Student Exhibit, showcasing and promoting student achievements in the arts.

Niarus is currently working on a project called TAKE5-V.I., a video interview platform on YouTube as a way to enhance and promote artists who live and work in the US Virgin Islands.

ARTIST STATEMENT “My paintings reflect the transience of life with references to consciousness which encompasses time, memory, experience and identity.”— Niarus

Sisters.

“My work takes on various manifestations from the genre of still-life to figurative paintings and drawings, and sculpture. These images are physical symbols of things that are ethereal such as memories and experiences. Every image is metaphoric and represents the mystery of experience and memories. Memories and experiences are tied to identity.

My current body of work “Women Alone” is a series of 19 watercolor and oil paintings on paper currently on exhibit at Cane Roots Art Gallery, Christiansted. Each painting reflects the experience or memory of my Caribbean Reaching Out to You. existence but also makes a specific commentary about the nuances of identity, womanhood and cultural connections to historical and contemporary existence. I hope to relate to those deep subconscious thoughts and make the invisible visible by creating images which reflect a sometimes surreal, sometimes ethereal quality, removing them from any specific marker of physical time and space. These paintings are a sort of capsule of time which presents women Bamboula Dancer. as important icons of culture, bearing and passing along traditions with which we identify, standing strong when necessary, enjoying life when possible. I work in mixed media, water color, oils, acrylic and drawing media because I find that certain mediums are better suited to a particular story and the spirit of the idea chooses that medium.”

Mother.

Niarus4Art Studio • 340-277-6307 Niarus4artstudio.com • Niarus.art@gmail.com

MAR 21

MARJORIE KING

Marge King, ST. CROIX THIS WEEK’S founder, photographed for a travel magazine feature on St. Croix in the 1960s.

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Local Art

ST. CROIX’S ARTS & CRAFTS! Art @ Top Hat – 340-513-3558 Across from the US Post Office and in a historic two-story townhouse on Company Street, the Art @ Top Hat Gallery presents changing exhibits of works by local Virgin Islands fine artists, always with amazing collections to choose from. Also sculpture, photography, pottery, antiques, and handmade jewelry. Estate sale collectibles. Happy to work with homeowners, interior designers, and businesses looking for just the right art work.

Always prints, maps, cards and other island memories—and we ship! Browsers welcome. Art shows and open Art Thursdays during the winter season.

Open Wed – Sat, 1-5pm and by special appointment by calling 340-513-3558. Facebook Bead on a Wire – 340-718-BEAD (2323) Learn how to make jewelry—Wire Work, Chain Maille, Pearl Knotting, Viking Knit, Stringing, Knotted Lariat, and Seed Beading—from Artisan/ Instructor, Vanessa Harvey Hinds! Visit her bright, yellow and white Bead Store in the new Richmond Courtyard, on Soboetker Lane, between Rt. 75 and the Seaplane Ramp. Find tools, seed beads, semiprecious gemstone beads, Swarovski crystals and pearls, base and precious metal wire, and stringing supplies. Attend one of her many weekly two-hour classes—check the website or Facebook page for days and hours. Let her help you plan a Jewelry Party, Craft & Sip, or Special Jewelry Event. Open Wednesday – Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm. www.beadonawirestx.com, Facebook.

Learn How to Make Jewelry!

Weekly Classes in Stringing – Seed Beading Pearl Knotting – Wire Work Chain Maille – Viking Knit Fully-stocked Bead Store Tools – Beads – Gemstones – Crystals Pearls – Wire – Stringing Supplies Hours Wednesday – Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm

Sonia Deane, owner Cane Roots Art Gallery, Christiansted.

experiences which foster an understanding of the rich cultural and artistic traditions of the Caribbean, and their source. Housed in an 18th-century Danish townhouse. Artist-in-Residence program. Come visit and join us! www.cmcarts.org, Facebook.

Cane Roots Art Gallery – 340-718-4929 “I began collecting art in 1981 and am still collecting which has manifested itself into the launch of Cane Roots Art Gallery, the blue and white building at 24 Company Street,” says owner Sonia Deane.

“Though I am not an artist myself, the process of the gallery renovation became a canvas for me. I believe that there is a renaissance of the artist community here and I am truly excited to be a part of it. Our current Niarus Walker exhibit is “Women Alone” through Feb 28 during which time, we will be hosting two symposiums on women and the arts.

The gallery is open Tues, Fri, and Sat, 12-5pm, or by appointment. A wonderful calendar of exhibits is planned for 2021 and we also hope to serve as an assemblage of artists and a convergence of ideas.

I look forward to sharing it with you, bringing art into to your home, and experiencing the transformation.” www.canerootsartgallery.com, FB, IG

Christa’s Art Gallery – 340-713-9959 Christa-Ann Davis Molloy was a St. Croix This Week cover artist in February and March of 2017 and since then, opened a gallery in La Grande Princesse and now on Company Street in Christiansted. Born in Trinidad, West Indies, she began an interest in art and design by the age of 11, encouraged by her Mom, her sister, her sons, and friends. She loves to paint portraits, old buildings, quadrille dancers, mocko jumbies, Caribbean

Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts – 340-772-2622 Our mission is to preserve, promote and exhibit the arts of St. Croix and the Caribbean community, to provide an interactive environment that encourages children, youth and adults to learn positive forms of expression, and to offer creative learning

Tues - Sat, 11am - 5pm Or By Appointment

Cane Roots Art Gallery

340-718-BEAD (2323) www.beadonawirestx.com

ART @ TOP HAT GALLERY

FINE LOCAL ART - PRINTS - CARDS - PHOTOGRAPHY MAPS - HANDMADE JEWELRY - VINTAGE COLLECTIBLES AUTHENTIC WEST INDIAN ANTIQUES

52 Company Street, Christiansted 340-513-3558

CARIBBEAN MUSEUM CENTER ARTS FOR THE

24 Company Street Christiansted, St. Croix canerootsartgallery.com canerootsartgallery@gmail.com 340 -718 - 4929

10 Strand St. F’std 340.772.2622 Tue-Sat 11am-5pm Local Arts • Gift Shop www.cmcarts.org Februar y / March 21 • 37

Local Art ART MARKET

Company Street in Christiansted, showcases the paintings and prints of Maria Henle, the photographs of St. Croix’s premier photographer Fritz Henle and the photography of Tina Henle.

By appointment. HenleGallery.com

Christ’s Art Gallery. Local Art Masks.

scenes, and events. Lots of these images are incorporated into products at her gallery. Come see her umbrellas, shower curtains, coasters, rugs, cushions, mugs, tee shirts, and face masks. Sign up for art classes and Sip and Paint events. Open Mon – Fri, 11am – 5:30pm; Sat, 10am – 3pm. Company Street. www.christaart.com. FB, IG Henle Studio – 340-332-1628 Celebrating 27 years, this historic loft, upstairs on

Maufe Gallery – 340-332-4556 Maufé Gallery owner/artist Thérèse Trudeau welcomes you to the gallery where she exhibits her own work and that of other local and international artists on St. Croix. Located at Crucian Gold on Strand Street in Christiansted, Maufe Gallery shares space with jewelry designer Nathan Bishop who oversees an on-site workshop for handmade designs. There is often a new exhibit every month and live music and performance art pieces taking place. Open Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm.

Ted Davis Galeria - 310-860-6001 (toll free!)

After almost a decade in Christiansted, D&D Studio is now online! Visit us at https://ddstu- dio.smugmug.com/Travel/StCroixPhotos to purchase beautiful and collectable photographs by Ted Davis. These stunning images are unique St. Croix artworks, and are great additions to your home or office decor.

You can have a piece of St. Croix delivered right to your door! Call or email for more details. info@ddstudio.us

Weddings I DO!

hat could be more romantic than beginning your life together on a beautiful island?

Tying the knot here can be breathtaking and stress-free with experienced wedding planners committed to every detail of your special day.

Accommodations, ceremony and reception sites, menu planning, floral arrangements, photographers, musicians, transportation, special themes, and gifts and activities for your guests are all taken care of for you.

With historic churches, Danish architecture, luscious villas, yachts and palm-fringed beaches, we’ve got your perfect backdrop for a memorable day. Whether saying “I do” for the first time, or renewing your vows, St. Croix sets the stage of a lifetime!

For a Wedding Proposal Request, List of Vendors, Marriage License Application, and Island Wedding Brochure, visit usvitourism.vi and click on Weddings & Honeymoons. When you get married on St. Croix, you’re also in a perfect location for a romantic honeymoon! Why not have your wedding here, as well as your honeymoon, or marry here and honeymoon on St. Thomas or St. John?

Celebrating Art & Culture

Paintings - Prints - Tees - Totes - Rugs - Coasters Umbrellas - Pillows - Shower Curtains - Mugs - Face Masks

‘Sip & Paint’ Events - Art Classes 57 Company Street • 340-713-9959 340-513-8581 • www.christaart.com

Beautiful St. Croix photographs delivered right to your home!

Fritz Henle • Maria Henle • Tina Henle & other artists #55 Company St., Christiansted HenleGallery.com • 340-332-1628 38 • Februar y / March 21

Visit www.ddstudio.smugmug.com/Travel/StCroix or call us at 310.861.6001 for more details!

Tied the knot.

Tina Henle

Our Danish Connection

A MAP CAN CONTAIN AN IMPORTANT HISTORY LESSON

In the past, several European nations contended for ownership of many Caribbean islands for their natural resources in the profitable sugar cane cultivation. The Scandinavian country of Denmark was an early player in St. Thomas 1660, St. John 1718, and St. Croix, the last but most profitable acquisition purchased from France in 1733.

During the 184 years this island was owned by Denmark, that nation left its mark in many ways. Rarely is a former colonial owner viewed by a population in as positive and friendly manner as here.

A close relationship between Denmark and the U.S. Virgin Islands has brought thousands of Danish visitors to visit these former possessions that hold memories from before 1917, the sale and Transfer year to the United States.

Some examples: • The solid 18th and 19th century architecture: Official buildings, commercial or private residences, constructed of brick brought as ballast, a handsome still functioning link to the past.

• Ruins of many plantation structures that once produced sugar and rum. particularly former windmills that ground sugar cane.

• Continued use of the old plantation names for all countryside areas, even the 18th century division into named Quarters, also old Danish street names in the towns, and old-time street addresses. Our two towns are named for Danish kings.

• The presence in four churches of the Danish Lutheran denomination.

• Two old cemeteries with special sections for Danish gravesites, and thorough records thereof by Danish scribes.

• Continued use of certain holidays from the Danish calendar.

• Many African heritage families carrying Danish last names and even use of historic Danish first names for Crucian children.

• A Friends of Denmark organization that carries out exchange visit Festivals with its sister Society in Denmark, Danish West Indian Society, in addition to sponsoring visits and creative endeavors.

• A voluminous website accessible to anyone covering all the persons residing here throughout the Danish period 1734 to 1917.

• Access on the internet to over 5 million documents in the Danish archives relevant to the Danish West Indies, as our islands were called.

• A friendly Crucian population that looks out for visiting Danes and makes them feel welcome.

If you happen to be a visiting Dane, we bid you Velkommen!

An illustrated collection of 70 articles on Our Danish Connection from this magazine years 2009 through 2019 documenting in English and Danish the unique legacy in St. Croix of Denmark’s imprint on our culture. A gift for anyone who loves this island.

At Undercover Books and Caribbean Museum Center. $20.

1767 Map of St. Croix by Kuffner, part of C. G. A. Oldendorp’s History of the Moravian Mission.

by Nina York As a fan of old maps for many years, I have come to realize how valuable they are in conveying not just the location of various settlement sites but in many cases topographical features of hills, coastlines, lakes and lagoons, forests and deserts. In some cases, maps indicate man-made structures. Because of the economic importance of the Caribbean in the 18th century, quite a few maps were issued, and many featured the Danish West Indies of St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix, today’s (since 1917) U.S. Virgin Islands.

These three islands are distinctively different geographically. St. Croix is over twice as large as St. Thomas, even more so than St. John. Both of the latter are volcanic in origin and hold steep hillsides with fabulous views of the tropical seas and nearby cays. Neither is ideal for cultivation for that reason, but St. Thomas has an impressive natural harbor that facilitated its development as a center of international shipping and trade and became for a time a coaling station. In modern times this led to the harbor welcoming large number of cruise ships with hordes of vacationers. The natural beauty and spectacular beaches led St. John to becoming primarily a national park.

The map of St. Croix shows very different features. Indeed, St. Croix is not on the same tectonic plate with very deep waters separating it from the two fellow islands 40 miles to the north. It is coral based, and while parts of the island are hilly, a major section is level and able to sustain agriculture, which from 1750 on led to massive sugar cane cultivation as an export commodity.

So, this sounds like a happy solution of shared contribution to the economy.

But it led to very different societies. When it became obvious that the white Europeans could not endure the hard work in the tropical heat, the enslavement of Africans brought here under inhuman conditions to toil in the cane fields changed the demography. On St. Croix, the European population constituted one tenth of the Africans, most of whom led miserable lives, even after Emancipation in 1848 and 30 years later led to an uprising known as The Fireburn, with over 50 plantations and part of Frederiksted destroyed. Needless to say, this did not improve conditions for the poor field workers who in most cases had not learned other skills that would allow them to earn a living. Agriculture has yielded in modern times to heavy industry as the major sector of the economy.

On St. Thomas, the population of African origin was far less than that of St. Croix, and most of this segment had skills in the trade sector that allowed a far better transition to the freedom that for the St. Croix workers was in name only.

Each February, we celebrate Black History month and the ancestors who, despite cruel treatment and other hardships, prevailed. Today, their descendants play an important part in a community of tolerance and respect.

Nina York, born in Denmark but a St. Croix resident since 1976, has been a contributor for this publication since 2009 and was its Managing Editor from 1990-2003. She now offers tours for visitors from Denmark and the mainland, does translations, and volunteers for Rotary and the St. Croix Friends of Denmark Society.

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BUCK ISLAND EXCURSIONS & SUNSET SAILS BUCK ISLAND EXCURSIONS & SUNSET SAILS

Big Beard’s Adventure Tours – 340-773-4482 Join us for the adventure of a lifetime! Come with us to Buck Island Reef National Monument and enjoy one of the finest marine gardens in the Caribbean! Choose a relaxing full-day excursion aboard the sailing catamaran Renegade, with famous beach BBQ, or enjoy the beach and snorkeling on a fun half-day trip aboard our power catamaran Adventure. Experience one of our Sunset Sails; a beautiful time to be out on the water! For the ultimate St. Croix experience, all our boats are available for private charters for weddings or large groups. Gift Certificates available. Give someone the gift of an experience they will always remember. Located on the Christiansted boardwalk; retail store. Authorized National Park Service Concessioner. www.bigbeards.com, Find us on Facebook and Instagram

Caribbean Sea Adventures – 340-773-2628 Teroro II. Quicker to Buck Island Reef National Park from Green Cay Marina!

Come explore Buck Island with us! Caribbean Sea Adventures offers a variety of boating packages to fit your every need. With options ranging from full, half day or private charter trips to explore Buck Island’s underwater snorkel trail, to sunset sails along the beautiful coastline, there is an option for every occasion. New to our fleet is a 32’ Boston Whaler, offering a more intimate charter experience. All Buck Island trips include snorkel gear and instruction, guidance on the underwater trail, flotation devices, water and rum punch. Scuba diving trips and wedding ceremonies also available. www.caribbeanseaadventures.com Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.

Llewellyn’s Charter – 340-773-9027 Take a fast and exciting sail with local sailing legend and calypso recording artist Llewellyn Westerman aboard his 37-foot locally-designed and built, six-passenger performance trimaran Charis+. He’s been sailing to Buck Island National Monument since 1960 and assures a comfortable arrival to the beach or the first designated underwater National Park. Snorkel gear is provided. Departs from the St. Croix Yacht Club at Teague Bay 9 to 1:00 am, 1:30 to 5:30 pm, and 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Personalized sails available. Call for more information and reservations

Lyric Sails – 340-201-5227

Book Online

www.CaribbeanSeaAdventures.com

Or call 340-773-2628

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Experience the magic of Frederiksted sailing onboard the custom-built 63ft historic racing catamaran, Jolly Mon! On our signature live music sunset sail, be serenaded by local and visiting musicians as you sip on complimentary rum punch, spot turtle tracks at Sandy Point, and watch a beautiful West End sunset.

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STEAL SOME TIME AND GET IN THE WATER!

Walk on Water with Virgin Kayak Tours!

Virgin Kayak Tours was founded in 1998

by Jill and Bryan Updyke. Bryan moved to St. Croix post Hurricane Hugo and Jill in 1995; they met, started a family, grew their business, and made a name for themselves as kayak operators and passionate historians of the Native Tribes of the Caribbean.

John Thompson (JT) moved to St. Croix in 2015 and shortly began working with Virgin Kayak Tours. He met his girlfriend Alison Sobeck, and both have enjoyed being part of the Virgin Kayak Family. Sadly, Bryan passed away in the summer of 2020 and Jill welcomed retirement.

Virgin Kayak Tours was sold to John and Patty Thompson (JT’s parents), experienced operators who also manage a marina north of Pittsburgh, PA. JT and Alison now run the daily operations with a retrained staff and are excited to continue offering the great experiences created by the Updykes and expand to offer new ones!

your own adventure in Salt River Bay! Popular night tours include the BioBay Tour through the famous Bioluminescent Bay (one of 10 left in the world) and Sunset & Moonlight Tour on nights around the Full Moon.

Alison and JT.

The Hobie Mirage kayak is our boat of choice, offering maximum stability and comfort on the water. The foot operated Mirage Drive works like a stair stepper, using your legs instead of a paddle. It’s just like going for a walk on the water! Anyone can do it from age 6 to 80!

Day tours include our Historical & Ecological Tour, Stand Up Paddle Board Tours, and SelfGuided tours—rent our equipment and create

The Caribbean Arts and Crafts Museum, founded by the Updykes, is open when we have a tour and free for all to enjoy the collection of Taino artifacts, dating from 9001200 AD—many collected in the 60s and 70s throughout the Caribbean. See replicas made

by Bryan Updyke, using classic native methods and hand-carved Taino canoes.

The Virgin Kayaks Family is eager to show you the sights, sounds and experiences offered only in Salt River Historical Park and Ecological Preserve, one of St. Croix three National Parks.

Virgin Kayak Tours & Outfitters 340-514-0062, 1-833-BIO-BAY1 www.virginkayaktours.com | FB, IG

Sail to Buck Island Reef National Monument on

Buck Island Charters

Departing Teague Bay Teroro II & Dragonfly

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SAIL • SNORKEL • HIKE

Sail aboard Teroro II (42’) or Dragonfly (38’) Trimarans and experience a personalized tour of Buck Island Reef National Monument.

The National Underwater Trail is a snorkel sight second to none!

9:00 am - 1:00 pm 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Recommended in Frommer’s Tour Guide

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Llewellyn’s Charter 340-773-9027

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TAKE THE PLUNGE—MAKE SOME MEMORIES!

Sweet Bottom Dive Center. Learn to Dive!

SCUBA DIVING ST. CROIX, USVI Dive a wreck, wall, pier and reef all in one day!

340-773-DIVE (3483)

Sweet Bottom Dive. The fantasy of underwater exploration!

Diving here is easy & accessible with an array of experiences. All dive boats are inspected by the U.S. Coast Guard and captains are USCG certified. Sea life is abundant and changes with the time of day and time of year. More than 500 species of fish, 40 types of coral and hundreds of invertebrates inhabit the water.

Buck Island Reef National Monument – is 6,000 feet long, a ½-mile wide and includes the 176-acre island and 18,839 acres of submerged land and coral reef system.

Frederiksted Pier – Macro life abounds; depths reach 50’ at the end of the pier; pilings are at 25’.

Butler Bay Wrecks – 5 wrecks together on St. Croix’s Northwest tip; the deepest is at 110’ and the shallowest is at 20’.

Salt River Canyon – This Northshore site has two walls facing each other across a quarter mile of blue water.

Cane Bay Wall – Rated one of the top dives in all the Caribbean. Not to miss!

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2 Breathtaking Locations • Cane Bay Beach • Davis Bay Beach

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Sweet Bottom Dive Center.

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Want to explore the West End by day and stay away from the crowds? Book a private day sail! Sail, snorkel, swim and relax in the always calm waters of the West while being taken care of by our professional crew!

Private evening sails are also available by request.

Sunset Sails sail Weds-Sun, private day sails are available daily. See our music schedule and book online at lyricsails.com or follow us on Facebook @lyricsails.

Teroro II and Dragonfly – 340-718-3161 Buck Island Charters, with Captain Heinz and his son Carl, is one of the oldest charter boat companies sailing to Buck Island Reef National Monument. Teroro II, a 42’ trimaran, is the first commercially built boat by Gold Coast Yachts at Salt River and chartered by Captain Heinz.

Carl followed his father’s passion, after sailing and competing in his youth and after helping to captain Teroro II to Buck Island for 16 years, and now has is own boat Dragonfly, a 38’ trimaran.

He and his father love to share their local knowledge with the guests aboard and give them a very personalized snorkeling tour of Buck Island Reef.

We are recommended by Fromer’s Tour Guide and sail from Green Cay Marina.

DIVING Dive Experience – 340-773-3307 Get to know St. Croix’s underwater wildlife— Turtles, Eels, Sting Rays, Eagle Rays, Manta Rays, Dolphins, and even Humpback Whales with St. Croix’s Original PADI 5-Star IDC Center!

Michelle Pugh, a member of the Women Divers Hall of Fame, opened Dive Experience in 1983 and has the most experienced dive staff on the island. Diver safety, combined with fun and preservation of the marine environment are our primary concerns. Daily boat dives, Lionfish hunting dives—take your fillets home with you (yum!), and “No Moon” String-of-Pearl night dives! We offer diver training from the Discover Scuba program to dive instructor and complete dive and snorkel rental gear plus air and nitrox fills. New, expanded location on the Chritiansted boardwalk at Kings Alley. We love to dive and it shows! www.divexp.com

Nep2une Scuba Diving – 340-227-1915 Nep2une Scuba Diving, St. Croix’s newest, “old” dive shop is located just steps from the Frederiksted Pier. A service-oriented dive shop, featuring two, six-pack dive boats, to keep your dive experience personal. We are the only dive

DIVE EXPERIENCE — Diving St. Croix for 38 Years Michelle Pugh, a 41-year resident of St Croix, learned to dive in Los Angeles while high school and hasn’t stopped since!

In 1992, along with Jacques Cousteau, she was inducted into the platinum Pro 5000 through SSI. In 2004, she was inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Frame for being the first woman to dive with killer whales in the wilds of Canada, the first American woman to teach diving in Moscow, Russia and for establishing the mooring system on St Croix to protect the coral reefs.

Michelle was also given the SBDC and Congressional Award for Entrepreneurial Success for Dive Experience.

Sam Halvorson, Captain, Instructor, Dive Master, and Videographer, has been on board for 29 years. He knows the reefs like the back of his hand. His videos are a favorite souvenir!

Michelle, who’s made over 10,000 dives on St. Croix, is the only dive center owner that actually dives most everyday—guiding lots of customers by request. While developing

the dive mooring sites, she has explored most St Croix reefs and walls. Michelle has also traveled the world just to dive—like the East coast of the US from Florida to Rhode Island, the West coast from Canada to Mexico, The Red Sea, Australia, Solomon Islands, Borneo, PhilipSusan Wall pines, the Antarctic, and most of the Caribbean Islands. And, I recently returned from the Galapagos Islands!

Dive Experience is St Croix’s first dive operator and the first PADI 5-star IDC center.

They teach diving from novice to professional instructors. Located at Kings Alley on the boardwalk, their USCG-licensed dive boat is steps away on the dock. The full-service center features basic snorkel equipment to recreational and professional dive gear from Aqualung (US Divers) plus hats, towels, tees, Trudi Gilliam fish art and the largest Reef sandal selection on island. “With years in the business and my experience over time, I’d can say that Dive Experience is simply the best!”

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shop diving 33 unique, dive sites on the West End of St. Croix. Our staff offers a high level of dive service and owner/boat captain/instructor Kiersten Fidao is committed to you, our customers, ensuring our service is above the rest. Our dedicated instructors, Jenny Keith and Margi Erway, are always enthusiastic and available to help. Dive Master Paul Silnes, our primary Night Dive Guide, is ready to show you creatures that only St. Croix’s most experienced dive guides can find. Open 7-days-a-week, 8am – 5 pm. www.n2scubadiving.com, Facebook, IG

Sweet Bottom Dive Center – 340-773-DIVE (3483)

Island Kayak Sailing Adventures. For a great workout and fresh air, try Steppers!

Find us in 2 breathtaking locations. At Cane Bay Beach, in our NEW 2,200 square foot facility and at the Carambola Beach Resort at Davis Bay. We offer daily shore diving to the famous ‘Wall’ only a short distance off each of the beaches. Dive our beautiful, healthy corals to see tropical fish, turtles, rays and reef sharks or schedule a boat or pier dive. Whether you’re interested in a Discover Scuba Diving experience or are working towards a certification, such as; Open Water, Advanced Open Water, a Specialty Course, Professional Instructor Ratings or Technical Diving, we can accommodate you.

Air, Nitrox or Trimix tank fills available along with top-notch scuba and snorkeling equipment to rent. Discover why diving with Sweet Bottom Dive Center is a sweet experience! www.

SweetBottomDive.com, FaceBook and Instagram.

JET SKIS / FLYBOARDING West End Water Sports – 340-277-8295

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We are your #1 destination for the perfect beach day! Rent Jet Skis, Stand Up Paddle Boards, Kayaks, Snorkeling Gear, Beach Chairs, Lounge Chairs, Umbrellas, and Sun Ray Floats. We also have the newest craze in Water Sports—the Fly

Mermaid Adventures Snorkel Tours like only Mermaids and Merman do Snorkel with ease on underwater propulsion scooters!

Book Your Adventure Today!

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Board! The Westside waters of St. Croix are calm and clear and our Jet Ski riding, swimming and snorkeling areas are second to none! Play unguided on a Jet Ski in a square mile of smooth clear water or, for the more adventurous, check out our extreme Wave Jumping Adventure Tour. Spend a day on Rainbow Beach for a relaxing and/or exhilarating good time, great music, volleyball, corn hole, giant jenga and your favorite food and beverages at Rhythms Beach Bar and Grill. Facebook.

KAYAK TOURS Island Kayak Sailing Adventures - 340-626-3921

Rediscover St. Croix from a new perspective!

At Island Kayak Sailing Adventures (IKSA), we offer customizable and personal kayaking, sailing, SUP-ing, inshore and offshore extreme kayaking fishing adventures, and exploring remote beaches, lagoons, estuaries, and nearshore reefs, using Hobie Tandem Island Trimarans and Mirage Eclipses. If snorkeling is challenging, then the Zayak Seasled is for you giving head and body support out of the water while allowing you to see below through a viewing window! Something for the whole family! Our main priority is our guests having an amazing on-water experience with superlative customer service. Located on the Frederiksted Waterfront, we can come to a beach near you! Break away from everyday stress and give us a call! Open 7-days-a-week, 9am – 5pm. www.kayaksailingadventures.com, FB—IKSA.

Sea Thru Kayaks VI – 340-244-8696

Why choose sea thru kayaks? The difference is clear! The best bioluminescent light show is beneath your completely clear kayak. Other kayak types and designs provide a limited view over the sides or a small window. In our sea thru kayaks, your entire boat will be immersed in millions of light-emitting microorganisms. Our guest list has included National Geographic,New York Times, bioluminescent scientific researchers, Boston Globe, HGTV House Hunters International, American Airlines inflight magazine, and many others. All tours begin around sunset at Salt River Marina. Experience the bay that the scientific community is calling one of the best year-round bioluminescent bays in the world.

Locally owned and operated. Visit our website for more information, tour dates, availabilities, and to schedule a booking or reservation. www.seathrukayaksvi.com

Virgin Kayak Tours – 340-514-0062

Voted ‘Best Kayak Tour’ on St. Croix for the past eight years by the readers of the VI Daily News! Family owned and operated for 20

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LIVE THE BIO BAY EXPERIENCE! years, Virgin Kayak Tours offers nighttime Bioluminescent Tours, Salt River Historical Park & Ecological Preserve tours, and Custom Tours—half day, full day, or week long. They use the award-winning Hobie Mirage Pedal Kayaks, so your tour is effortless, even in windy conditions, and focus on St. Croix ecology, Pre-Columbian history, and the cultural landscape. “You’ll definitely see our passion shine through on every St. Croix kayak tour!”

Located off Route #80 at Salt River Marina. www.virginkayaktours.com, FB, IG

Pier, Sandcastle, Cane Bay, and Green Cay across from Tamarind Reef. We provide highend snorkel equipment and train you on its use before your tour time starts. We also photograph and video your entire tour. By touring with us, you are helping to keep the reef healthy for future tours and generations to come. Part of all proceeds benefit reef charities on St. Croix.

Open every day, 9am - 6pm. www.mermaidadventures.net, FB, IG

MOBILE SNORKEL TOURS Mermaid Adventures SeaScooter Snorkel Tours - 310-742-5015 Get ready to be propelled through the beautiful Caribbean waters on a SeaScooter snorkel tour tailored just for you. As it pulls you through the water, you conserve your swimming energy and get the most coverage of our enchanting blue waters during your snorkeling time. We are a mobile company that goes out to all the hottest snorkel locations like the Frederiksted

Sea Thru Kayaks VI. You’ve never seen anything like it!

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Beaches Public

MAKE A BIG SPLASH! All beaches in the USVI are open to the public although access through private property and hotels may have restrictions.

Buck Island Reef National Monument The National Park Service has operated Buck Island Reef as a National Park since 1961.

Underwater trail, two beaches, two picnic areas, snorkeling, shade, hiking trail, limited facilities. Seven miles East of Christiansted; use authorized National Park Service concessionaires. www.nps.gov/BUIS

Buck Island. Ted Davis

Cane Bay Beach

On St. Croix’s Northshore, this is a long, sandy beach with shade and great snorkeling; relatively shallow and nice for swimming. Diving’s famous ‘Wall’ is located here. Sweet Bottom Dive Center and EAT@Cane Bay to serve you!

Columbus Landing

Christopher Columbus landed here in 1493 at the site of Salt River Bay. Take the road to the left of Salt River Marina. Minimal facilities.

Managed by the Territorial State Historic Preservation Office (DPNR), and is within the boundaries of the National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve. www.nps.gov/SARI

Cane Bay Beach.

Ted Davis

Cramer Park

Before Pt. Udall, on the East End, is a beautiful long, deep beach with bathrooms, changing rooms, and picnic tables.

Dorsch Beach

On the right, just before Sandcastle on the Beach Hotel and Beach Side Café, is a wonderfully convenient beach with parking and some shade.

Frederiksted Beach.

Ted Davis

Frederiksted Beach

Right next to Ft. Frederik, it is a favorite of cruise ship passengers. Convenient parking and changing facilities.

Rainbow Beach

North of Frederiksted this is a lively beach with bar and restaurant. West End Watersports offers flyboard, Jetski, paddleboard, and kayak rentals.

Live music on Sunday afternoons. A local favorite!

Reef Beach

Right next to Duggan’s Reef Restaurant on the East End is a nice slip-of-a-beach. With a very gradual decline, the beach is perfect for windsurfing or for swimming with small children.

The Reef Golf Course is across the street.

Sandy Point

Sandy Point.

Susan Wall

Located on St. Croix’s West End, this spectacular beach is part of Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge and is one the longest in the Caribbean!

Leatherback Turtle nesting is underway now and the beach is closed to the public until the first week in September. Follow on Facebook.

Shoy Beach

Deep and lush, this beach is located inside the entrance to The Buccaneer Hotel; the guard gate attendant to the right will let you through. Park at the end of the road. No facilities; some shade trees. A local favorite.

Shoys Beach.

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Golf & Tennis PLAY TIME!

Kevin Ferris All Things Golf!

The Reef Associates, Inc. (The Reef) is excited to announce that Kevin Ferris is joining us as our new Golf Superintendent!

Kevin has had a very large presence in the St. Croix golf scene for several years. He has Kevin Ferris. been a member and captain of multiple Caribbean Golf Association (CGA) and Eastern Caribbean Golf Association (ECGA) teams, and a USVI representative in four Latin America Amateur events.

He has multiple St. Croix Open titles, as well as one St. Thomas Open title. He has also been running clinics and giving private lessons for the past 8 years and was most recently the Assistant General Manager for the Carambola Golf Club here on St. Croix.

Ferris will take ownership of all things golf, disc golf and tennis/ pickleball related, including the Golf Disc Golf.

Shop, golf staff, course maintenance & improvement, running leagues, tournaments & clinics, giving golf lessons, and running a junior golf program. He will also work closely with The Reef’s TLC Café to promote “Nine & Dine” type specials, a “19th Hole” lounge behind the Golf Shop, and on-course beverage services during special events and busier course days.

We are looking forward to seeing Kevin implement all the ideas he already has to improve our course and overall golf operations. He is a serious wealth of knowledge for all things golf, and we are very lucky to have him on our team.

So, if you’re looking to get into the great game of golf, or just sharpen your skills a bit, please contact The Reef Golf Shop, or Kevin personally, to get some private lessons scheduled. Follow The Reef Golf STX Facebook page for updates on clinics, leagues and other events.

Please join us in welcoming Kevin to The Reef!

GOLF

TENNIS

Tee-off at one of St. Croix’s exceptional golf courses!

Carambola Golf Club – 340-778-5638

Open to the public. Stay tournament-ready!

The Buccaneer Hotel – 340-712-2143

Open 7 days a week, 7:30 am – 4 pm.

Commissioned by Laurence Rockefeller and designed

by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., a beautiful, challenging 18-hole course that stretches over 7,000 yards with water hazards coming into play on seven holes. Pro Shop. Clubs and cart rentals.Call for rates, specials, and tee times. www.golfcarambola.com

Open Monday – Saturday, 8 am – 11:30 am and 3 – 6:30 pm; Sunday, 8 am – noon.

Eight East End courts; lighted courts by appointment. Pro Shop and Game Match Service. Tennis Pro available for lessons. Call to reserve court time. www.thebuccaneer.com

The Buccaneer Hotel – 340-712-2144

Open 7 days a week, 7:30 am – 6 pm.

An East End, 18-hole course that takes the player over rolling hills to the water’s edge with incredible views! Call for rates and tee times. Pro Shop. www.thebuccaneer.com

Divi Carina Bay Resort – 340-773-9700

“The Links” Mini Golf Course, 18-Holes, Driving Range, Clubhouse. Temporarily closed for renovations. www.divicarinabay.com

The Reef Golf Course – 340-773-8844 Open Tuesday – Sunday, 8 am – 3 pm.

A beautiful 9-hole course on the East End with phenomenal views over Teague Bay, offering traditional and Disc golf. Pro Shop. Clubs and cart rentals. Tee times not required.

The Buccaneer Hotel courts.

Steve Simonsen

Par 72 Championship Golf Course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.

The Reef Golf Shop 340-773-8844 - FB

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

The Reef Golf Course.

Photo by Kelly Greer

Tee times from 7:30am - 4pm

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Destination St. Croix GOOD TO KNOW!

DRIVE LEFT Whether renting a car or crossing the street, it is vital to remember that traffic in the USVI flows from the left side of the road. St. Croix has two towns—Christiansted at the center on the North Shore and Frederiksted at the West End. The Caribbean Sea, which surrounds the island, is always there to guide you along the roads that wind around the coast.

Car rental agencies have a variety of vehicles available from sporty jeeps to roomy air-conditioned sedans, vans, and SUVs. The average price usually includes unlimited mileage but you fill the tank upon return! Both US and other driver’s licenses are recognized. The driver and front seat passenger are required by law to use seat belts and cell phone talking or texting is not allowed.

Parking in Christiansted is limited. There is daytime parking in the National Park Service lot near Ft. Christiansvaern, until 4:30 pm, and a public lot with fees on Strand and King Cross Street. Running from mid-island west to within 1 mile of Frederiksted is the 4-lane, divided Melvin H. Evans Highway. The speed limit is 55. In other areas, the 35 mph limit applies; in town, 20 mph unless otherwise posted.

WORSHIP St. Croix’s history is mirrored in its old church structures. The Moravian brethren, arriving here in the 1730s from Saxony in today’s Germany, founded their mission to bring Christianity to the enslaved part of the population.

The historic Anglican (Episcopalian) churches built in Gothic style include St. John’s in Christiansted and, in Frederiksted, St. Paul’s church. The large number of Irish settlers, along with Englishmen and Hispanics, have contributed to the presence of the Catholic church; Holy Cross in Christiansted is the oldest in the Virgin Islands.

The Danish rule of the island from 1733 to 1917 brought the Lutheran church, which still plays a large role here.

Lord God of Sabaoth in Christiansted occupies the former Dutch Reformed Church; Holy Trinity in Frederiksted was built shortly after the town was founded. The Dutch Reformed church (Presbyterian) now has a new midisland home.

There are 150 churches on St. Croix, from SeventhDay Adventist to Methodist, Baptist, Church of God, and many more. Church attendance and activities are important to a large part of our population; visitors are always welcome at services, often a high point in their island experience. Many other faiths offer places of worship—a Jewish synagogue, a Hindu temple, and a Muslim mosque, to name a few. A church listing can be found in the yellow pages of our local phone book beginning on Page 48.

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7 FLAG HISTORY HISTORY is what this island has an abundance of, going back several thousand years. Back then, the Amerindian population that had migrated here from South America called it Ay Ay. A tribe known as Caribs lent their name to the region and was encountered at Salt River in 1493 by the first Europeans, the 17-ship fleet of Christopher Columbus on his second voyage to the new world. He claimed the island for Spain and called it Santa Cruz, the Spanish version of its present name.

Over the following centuries, many European nations started exploiting the Caribbean archipelago, with the British, Dutch, and French joining Spain in taking possession of the rich resources found in some of the islands, battling pirates that posed a dramatic challenge to the treasures derived from mineral resources.

But agriculture, in the form of sugar cane cultivation, turned out to be a winning formula, as sugar, and its by-product rum, were incredibly valuable crops.

Under changing ownership by the Dutch, British and French, including a brief ownership by the Knights of Malta, this island did not prosper, and it was sparsely colonized. The French, that owned it from the mid-1600’s and gave it its present name, actually abandoned it around 1700 having failed at developing a viable plantation economy.

For over 30 years St. Croix returned to its natural state, when a business enterprise of the little Scandinavian nation of Denmark, that since 1666 had taken possession of St. Thomas and later St. John to the north of St. Croix, in 1733 made the

decision to expand and purchase this island from the French.

Known as the Danish West India and Guinea Company, it excelled in sugar cultivation and export made possible by slave trade from West Africa, a necessity for developing a large-scale operation of sugar cane harvests, for which this island was ideally suited thanks to its terrain and rainfall.

In no time, the island was transformed, with forests giving way to planted sugar cane fields by thousands of enslaved persons who, after being brought here under horrific conditions, toiled in the fields under the hot sun.

The island’s cane fields and accompanying estate structures were owned by an assortment of nationalities, with the English, Scots and Irish dominating, but the military and administration was run by Danes, after the island ownership was conferred to the Danish king in 1771.

Soon, a lot of money was made here, but at a high cost of human life.

The island posed health risks from tropical diseases and poor hygienic standards and opposition to the cruel treatment of the enslaved eventually brought about emancipation in 1848, several years after the British-owned islands had initiated it. But the fact that cane sugar was not so valuable since beet sugar now competed with it made conditions worse, and a revolt in 1878 led to further decline.

So the islands of the Danish West Indies, as the three were called, were a sad sight and, in the early 20th century when WW1 was underway, the United States took interest in us for our strategic location, particularly as the Panama Canal had just been completed, and Germany was threatening to take possession of us. At a price of $25 million in gold, the transfer of the islands, to be known as the United States Virgin Islands, took place on March 31, 1917. And, the rest is History, of a different kind.

Pt. Udall from the air.

Ted Davis

Atlantic Ocean Puerto Rico

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LOCATION/SIZE. St. Croix coordinates are 17 45’N x 64 45’W. We are part of the US Virgin Islands, located 90 miles East of Puerto Rico, and part of the Antilles chain from the Bahamas down to Trinidad. St. Croix is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, is 82.8 square miles, 28 miles long x 7 miles wide.

GETTING HERE. There are direct flights on American Airlines from Miami and Delta Airlines from Atlanta. Inter-island airlines are operated by Cape Air, Seaborne, and Sea Flight VI. AE IV Ferry Service operates between St. Thomas and St. Croix. US citizens don’t need a passport; departing visitors need a photo ID. CLIMATE. Year-round temperatures range in the 80s during the day, 70s most nights, with summer somewhat warmer. Easterly trade winds keep the humidity down. Most island showers are over in minutes. Residents collect rainwater from rooftops into household cisterns. Saltwater distillation plants help the supply. With water scarce, it is used sparingly.

VIRGIN ISLANDERS. Virgin Islanders are a reserved but friendly people. “Good Morning,” “Good Afternoon,” and “Good Night” are welcome Crucian greetings. Everyone speaks English or a lilting version of it.

TIME. We are on Atlantic Standard Time (AST), one hour earlier than EST but the same as EST during Daylight Savings.

CURRENCY & BANKING. We use the US dollar and credit cards are accepted everywhere. First Bank (all branches) open MonTh, 8:30am-4pm, Fri, 8:30am-5pm. Sunny Isle & Frederiksted branches, Sat, 9am-1pm.

Banco Popular Orange Grove open Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm, Sunny Isle, Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm, Sat, 9am-1pm. Bank of St. Croix, Gallows Bay and Peter’s Rest open Mon-Th, 9am-3pm, Fri, 9am3:30pm. See maps for locations.

TAXES. No sales tax but a 12.5% government tax is applied to hotel rooms.

COMMUNICATIONS. We have several radio stations and three television stations. Cable and Dish TV carry the national news stations.

Pick up the St. Croix Avis and the VI Daily News in print and go online to St. Croix Source for local news.

TELEPHONE & CELL PHONE. The local area code is 340 but you don’t need to dial it for local numbers. We have a local AT&T Store at Sunny Isle Shopping Center, 340-778-6400 and T Mobile Store in Peter’s Rest, 340-713-0055.

POSTAL RATES. As part of the US postal system, 1st class mail is .50 cents for the first ounce, postcards are .35 cents, international rates are $1.20 for cards and letters. See maps for post office locations.

MARINE LIFE. All native plants, animals, fish (unless harvested for food), coral and shells are protected under the Indigenous Species Act. You will not be permitted to leave the territory with any plants or marine life in your possession.

HOLIDAYS. We celebrate US Federal holidays and local ones as well. The government closes for all holidays, banks close for most.

Shops stay open except on major holidays.

VISITORS BUREAU. Department of Tourism offices are located upstairs in the Frederiksted Mall, next to the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts on Strand Street. Open weekdays and cruise ship days, 340-772-0357. A smaller office, in the Kings Alley Hotel lobby in Christiansted, is open Monday-Saturday, 10-5pm.

EMERGENCY NUMBERS. 911 Police, Fire, Ambulance, Landline 340-772-9111—Police, Fire, Ambulance, Cell Phone 919-684-2948—Divers Alert Network 340-773-2244—VI Territorial Emergency Management 340-778-6311—St. Croix Hospital 340-776-5283—AA • 340-473-1497—Alanon

FOR THE THINGS YOU VALUE THE MOST, COUNT ON POPULAR. Popular launches its new campaign for the Virgin Islands focusing on their convenient and innovative services and the Territory’s culture and lifestyle. The campaign highlights Mi Banco Mobile features, including Mobile Withdrawal, Mobile Easy Deposit, Mi Banco Alerts, and payments/transfers. Accessibility and digital services are among the things that Popular clients value most. “For the past 39 years, we have fostered strong community relationships, supporting numerous events and charitable efforts that highlight our culture and traditions. We will continue contributing to the economic and social development so that Virgin Islanders can enjoy our traditions, culture, history, and family to the fullest,” stated Oran Roebuck, Senior Vice President of Popular’s Virgin Islands Region. For more information, visit www.popular.vi or call 1-888-724-3659).

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Staying Here Air Conditioned Beach Casino Children facilities / daycare Fitness Center Full Kitchen and Patio / Deck Golf Hiking Trails Internet Non-Smoking Pets Allowed Pool Restaurant Spa Tennis Watersports Wetbar / Microwave Whirlpool

Easy Hotel Guide

Phone The local area code is (340)

BE OUR GUEST!

Arawak Bay: The Inn at Salt River 340-772 1684 Buccaneer

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Caravelle Hotel & Casino 340-773-0687 Caribbean Breeze Apartments 340-227-9853 & Vacation Homes Chenay Bay Beach Resort 340-201-1309

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The Buccaneer offers tennis, watersports, shopping, a spa, beaches, pools, restaurants, and golf all on the same property. www.thebuccaneer.com Carambola Beach Resort St. Croix, U. S. Virgin Islands has reopened on beautiful Davis Bay. Divi Carina Bay Beach Resort remains closed for renovations.

Caribbean Breeze Apartments & Vacation Rentals is a gated, historic Frederiksted property, within walking distance to beaches, the pier, shopping, and dining. All new studios or 1 bedrooms with charming 1/2-acre garden, BBQ/kitchen, and pool. www.airbnb.com/rooms/2989620.

Club Comanche, Hotel St. Croix is a small, landmark hotel within the Christiansted National Historic District.

Overflowing with West Indian charm, stay in the Main House or on the waterfront in the Bridgehouse. Large pool and restaurants. www.clubcomanche.com Cruzan Sands “Villa on the Beach” is a luxury beachfront villa in Estate Salt River.

Family friendly, it sleeps 8 comfortably.

Relax and enjoy the wonderful sandy beach and the view from the spacious covered wrap-around porch! www.cruzansands.com At Hotel on the Cay, step into an atmosphere of casual elegance! On a private cay in Christiansted Harbor, the 53-room resort is ideal for couples, families and adventure seekers and features a restaurant, terraces, pristine beach, pool, and water sports. A short ferry ride to the Wharf. www.hotelonthecay.com Holger Danske Hotel, Christiansted Boardwalk. Boutique size, 42 rooms. Large balconies, restaurant, pool deck overlooks harbor, ferry ride to beach. www.holgerhotel.com

Staying Here GRACIOUSLY LOCAL!

Holger Danske Hotel

Susan Wall

Club Comanche

Cruzan Sands

Susan Wall

EXPERIENCE THE CHARM OF FREDERIKSTED!

Hotel on the Cay

Caribbean Breeze Apartments & Vacation Homes

Ted Davis

New! - RIGHT on the Beach!

3-4 Bedroom / 4.5 Bath - Northside!

HISTORIC DANISH PARSONAGE • LUSH GATED COURTYARD

ALL NEW STUDIOS AND 1 BEDROOMS

TuesdayBreeze - Saturday, 11am - 9Homes pm Caribbean Apartments & Vacation Prince Street, Frederiksted • 340-227-9853 https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/2989620

972-747-7575 www.CruzanSands.com • Relax@CruzanSands.com

A Historic Caribbean Retreat on the Christiansted Boardwalk

340-773-0210 1200 King Cross Street Christiansted Boardwalk

www.clubcomanche.com

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Getting Around

BOOK WITH A SENSE OF ADVENTURE!

TAXI SERVICES Believe It Taxi Service.........................340-690-3774 Epidel Taxi & Tours............................340-643-0205 St. Croix Taxi Association, Airport:...340-778-1088

Taxi Rates

1 2 or More, FROM AIRPORT TO: Person each pay The Buccaneer.................................... $20 ($10) Carambola.......................................... $20 ($10) Christiansted.........................................$16 ($9) Cotton Valley........................................$24 ($11) Divi Carina Bay....................................$24 ($12) Frederiksted..........................................$12 ($6) Green Cay..............................................$22 ($11) Shoy’s......................................................$20 ($10) The Palms at Pelican Cove..................$16 ($9) Tamarind Reef Resort..........................$21 ($11)

Keep left!

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OLYMPIC—ACE

FROM CHRISTIANSTED TO: The Buccaneer........................................$9 Cane Bay................................................$24 Carambola.............................................$30 Divi Carina Bay....................................$18 Frederiksted..........................................$24 Gallows Bay............................................. $6 The Palms at Pelican Cove..................$16 Tamarind Reef Resort..........................$12

($5) ($11) ($12) ($9) ($11) ($3) ($9) ($6)

FROM FREDERIKSTED TO: Carambola.............................................$27 ($11) Christiansted.........................................$24 ($11) Divi Carina Bay....................................$36 ($18)

Rent A Car

46 Years on St. Croix!

Experience Olympic’s Friendliness! www.olympicstcroix.com • CARS: Wranglers, 4WD, Soft Top, w/AC, Hyundai Sonata, Nissan Versa, Focus, Toyota Yaris, Minivans, SUV’s •Unlimited Mileage - Low Rates • Most Credit Cards Honored • FREE pickup & return to most locations. We meet all flights at anytime.

340-718-3000 • 1103 Richmond Conveniently located 1 minute away from the seaplane at the entrance to Christiansted.

NATIVE SON FERRY - R/T WEEKEND RATES St. Croix / St. Thomas - www.nativesonferry.com

QE IV FERRY SERVICE St. Croix to St. Thomas

$60 One Way

Schedule subject to weather conditions

rent@olympicstcroix.com Call us direct: 888-USVI-CAR (888-878-4227) or fax: (340) 718-9000 No other discounts apply.

Restrictions may apply.

10% DISCOUNT

with this coupon presented at the time of rental on direct reservations only. Valid April 15 - December 1.

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Depart St. Croix 8 am Arrive St. Thomas 10:20 am Depart St. Thomas 3 pm Arrive St. Croix 5:20 pm

BOOK ONLINE! www.qe4ferry.com

(340) 473-1322

TAXI INFORMATION

■ Christiansted Taxi Stands are on King Street near Government House and in Frederiksted near Ft. Frederik.

CONFIRM THE RATE BEFORE GETTING IN A TAXI AS TAXIS ARE NOT METERED ON ST. CROIX. RATES MUST BE POSTED IN THE TAXI.

■ These taxi rates to and from the Airport and

Towns were obtained from the Taxi Commission and have been approved by the VI Legislature.

Look for only licensed taxis which carry a dome light and the letters TP on their license plate.

Taxi Charges & Special Provisions ■ The charges to areas not listed in this schedule

shall be arrived at by using the nearest place with a rate crossed to the next place ahead with a rate closest to the passenger’s destination.

■ A taxi driver, while on duty, shall not refuse any passenger unless the passenger is intoxicated and disorderly or in the possession of a pet (other than a seeing eye or service dog) that is not properly secured in a kennel. No charge for service dogs. Large kennel charge, $30., small kennel, $20.

■ Round-trip fares – double the 1-way fare plus waiting charge of $1. per minute after 5 min.

■ Radio/Phone call—the fare plus 1/3 of the basic fare.

■ Exclusive Taxi Request— pays the rate charged for 4 passengers.

■ Luggage—A flat rate of $2. Per bag is added for each passenger. The rate for items larger than 30” x 29” will not exceed $4.

■ Hourly Rates—Sedan/Mini Van (1-4 passengers), $40., Van (up to 14), $55., Safari (up to 25), $80. Rates for additional passengers will be negotiated between the taxi operator and passenger(s).

■ Sightseeing Tours—1-4 passengers, $100.00, 5+ passengers, $20. each for 3-hour tour.

■ Questions or Complaints—Call the VI Taxi Cab Commission at 340-773-1561, M-F, 8amnoon, 1-5pm. www.tcc@vi.gov

EPIDEL Taxi Service & Tours

Amador Delerme • 340-643-0205 amadordelerme2015@gmail.com stxepidelvi@gmail.com

LOWEST Rates Cars, Jeeps, SUVs, Vans!

Seasonal Specials!

Low Rates Friendly Service JEEPS CARS SUVs VANS Free Vehicle Delivery to many Hotels!

Car Rental Car Rental Car Rental Car Rental Car Rental

Consistently Voted Best Car Rental

Reservations budgetstcroix.com or Call 340.713.9289 • Toll Free 888.264.8894 • Airport 340.778.9636 • Christiansted by Seaplane 340.713.9289 • Cruise Ship Passengers call for reservations 340.713.9289

Renter must be 25 or older (ages 23-24 an underage driver fee applies), have valid driver's license & major credit card. An independent Budget Systems Licensee.

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Twin Palms – Part of the Cane Bay Wall; sloping shelf starting In 30 feet. Lots of sand chutes, coral heads, snappers, lobster, Green and Hawksbill turtles and Black Durgeons can be found.

14. Davis Bay Wall – Located at the Carambola Beach Resort, this is the closest wall to shore. Sand chutes take you to the wall.

Great place for turtles, sharks and even a resident seahorse in the shallows! Dive center on property to assist with this site.

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No Take Zone – Protects near shore environments including mangroves, sea grass beds, lagoonal patch reefs, and linear reefs.

OPERATING A PERSONAL WATERCRAFT IS PROHIBITED. ALL FISHING AND EXTRACTION IS PROHIBITED. Recreational Zone – Allows snorkeling, diving, boating, and recreational shoreline fishing. Catch-and-release guide fishing, and cast-net bait fishing are allowed with a Marine Park Permit. ALL OTHER TRADITIONAL FISHING IS PROHIBITED (including but not limited to: fish traps; spear fishing; collection of lobster, conch whelk).

Wildlife Preserve Zone – Protects nesting female sea turtles using beaches in East End, Issac, Jack and Boiler Bays to lay eggs.

Brought to you by Dive Experience, Christiansted boardwalk.

9. Northside Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 10. Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort. . . . D-1 11. Sand Castle On the Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 12. Tamarind Reef Resort & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 13. The Buccaneer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 14. The Palms at Pelican Cove. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1 15. Waves at Cane Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1 Other Interests 1. Captain Morgan Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 2. Caribbean Community Theater (CCT). . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 3. Cruzan Rum Distillery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 4. Estate Whim Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4 5. Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center . . . . . . H-2 6. Island Center for the Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . H-2 7. Hams Bluff Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 8. Men’s Coalition of the VI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 9. Point Udall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P-1 10. Randall “Doc” James Racetrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 11. Salt River National Historic Park & Ecological Preserve . G-0 12. St. Croix Seashell Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 13. St. Croix Yacht Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 14. Sunny Isle Shopping Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 15. The Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands . . . . . . . D-4 16. University of the Virgin Islands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-3

Shop Duty Free 1. J + H Clothing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-4 2. Plaza Extra East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 3. Rouge Duty Free. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 4. Sweet Lime Furnishings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 5. The Museum Store at Botanical Gardens. . . . . . . . . D-4 Sports 1. Buccaneer Golf / Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 2. Carambola Golf Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2 3. Llewellyn’s Charter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 4. Mermaid Adventures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4, G-1 5. Sea Thru Kayaks VI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 6. Sweet Bottom Dive Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 7. Teroro II & Dragonfly Day Sail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 8. The Reef Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 9. Virgin Kayak Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-0 10. West End Water Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3

FOR YOUR SAFETY “St. Croix, the Island With a Heart” AED Locations Go to stcroixaed.home.comast.net for all current locations; updated constantly. Of interest to our visitors: Cruise Ship Pier, Carambola Golf Course, St. George Village Botanical Gardens & Whim Museum; Cost U Less & Plaza East, hotels, condos, police stations.

Download Crowdsav App to your smartphone & press the “Locate AED” button for location & directions to the nearest one.

Know where one is closest to where you live, work, pray, play, and shop before you need it!

PETER’S REST CONVENIENCE CENTER Located on Rt. 62 between Rt. 68 and Rt. 70 taking Residential Household Waste, Green Waste, Bulk Waste, Scrap Metal & White Goods plus Household Hazardous Waste. You can also recycle your aluminum and steels cans here to support the Boys & Girls Club. Operated by Virgin Islands Waste Management.

Operating Hours — Monday – Friday, 6 am – 7 pm, Saturday & Sunday, 6 am – 5 pm, Holidays, 6 am – 2 pm.

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P - Parking Christiansted National Historic Site Christiansted National Historic District Shop Duty Free 1. Asha World Designs 2. Baci Duty Free 3. Bead on a Wire 4. Bougainvillea @ 41 King 5. Chaney Chicks & Island Gifts 6. Crucian Gold 7. Ebbe’s Store 8. Fleur 9. Hotheads 10. ib designs 11. Joyia Inspirational Jewelry 12. Juju & Cece’s Lemonade & Treats at Cultured Naturals 13. Rare Finds 14. RJS Handmade Designs 15. Small Wonder 16. SONYA’S Fine Island Jewelry 17. Sublime STX 18. The Shoe Bar 19. Tropical Bracelet

Christiansted Map

FIND IT HERE! CONNECT WITH OUR CULTURE & HISTORY.

CHRISTIANSTED WALKING TOUR Let’s start a leisurely walking tour of CHRISTIANSTED at the site of the Old Scale House 1 on the harborfront, known as the Wharf. One section of the 1856 structure displays the scale used in former days to weigh barrels of rum and sugar. The other section holds a bookstore and gift shop as well as an information center about all things St. Croix. This is one of a complex of five buildings comprising the Christiansted National Historic Site, established in 1952, administered by the National Park Service.

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The Steeple Building 4 across Hospital Street, formerly the Lutheran Church dates from 1753. This site, on the Walking Tour, is currently closed for renovation.

Across Company Street lies the onetime Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse 5 , built in 1749. In its courtyard, slave auctions were formerly held. NPS 2nd Thursday Lectures held here.

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20. Undercover Books & Gifts Staying Here 1. Carvelle Hotel & Casino 2. Club Comanche / Hotel St. Croix 3. Company House Hotel 4. Holger Danske Hotel 5. Hotel on the Cay 6. Kings Alley Hotel 7. King Christian Tours 1. One North Street Watersports 1. Big Beard’s Adventure Tours 2. Caribbean Sea Adventures 3. Dive Experience

Originally, Government House 6 on King Street, was built as a home for a Danish merchant. That section dates from 1749; another section, the previous town house of a wealthy Danish plantation owner, was joined to it in 1826, together becoming the seat of the Danish West Indies government. The grand staircase and portico were added in 1830, as was the impressive ballroom/reception hall on the second floor by Governor General Peter von Scholten, who had his office and official residence here. The former are open to the public (entrance at mid-building on King Street).

The Lutheran Church 7 across Queen Cross Street on King Street, was originally the Dutch Reformed Church, built in the 1740’s and transferred to the Lutherans in 1831, who brought the furnishings here from the Steeple Building. Later, the steeple was added.

Walking up Queen Cross Street to Company Street takes you to Apothecary Hall 8 on the left corner, which holds both the tiny Apothecary Museum on Queen Cross Street, open anytime, and in the courtyard the Archaeological Museum, open only Saturdays 10 am-2 pm.

Nearby on Company Street is the Old Market 9 , laid out in the original town plan from 1735, and still being used. The well dates from 1863. On this square you will also find the downtown Post Office.

Christiansted National Historic Site Established in 1952, Christiansted National Historic Site was the first unit of the National Park Saystem in the US Virgin Islands. The park’s historic buidings and grounds commemorate the Danish heritage (1733-1917) of the town of Christiansted, St. Croix, which was named in honor of the reigning King of Denmark and Norway, Christian VI. In the 1700s, Christiansted was part of a mercantile system that linked Europe,West Africa, and the Caribbean in the infamous “Triangular Trade.”

Christiansted was the first town in the Lesser Antilles to be built on the grid system and to have a building code. Its distinctive colonial architecture reflects the town’s status as capital of the Danish West Indies (1755-1871); the great wealth generated by the export of cane sugar, molasses, and rum; and the influence of government building inspectors.

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Frederiksted Map

FIND IT HERE! DISCOVER THE WEST END.

Your tour of Frederiksted begins at Fort Frederik 1 by the cruise ship pier and newly revitalized waterfront. Construction on the Fort began in 1752 and was completed in 1760. Featuring a museum with several permanent exhibits, and an art gallery, it is open Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 4 pm. Admission $5., children under 12 free.

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Governor General Peter von Scholten proclaimed the emancipation of the enslaved population in the Danish West Indies on July 3, 1848, from adjacent Buddhoe Park 2. The park contains a bronze bust of the renowned slave rebellion leader.

The Oscar E. Henry Customs House 3 was built in the 1800s. The Freedom Fountain 4, facing the pier, was installed for the Emancipation 150th Anniversary Celebration.

After severe damage during a labor insurrection in 1878, the town was rebuilt in Victorian style. Victoria House 5, on Strand Street, and Apothecary Hall 6, 63 on King Cross Street between King and Queen Streets, preserve the Frederksted architecture of that time. Both received storm damage in September.

The Visitor’s Bureau 7, is located upstairs on Strand Street above the Frederiksted Mall and next door to the historic light blue building housing the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts 8.

Frederiksted is home to a number of historic churches, including St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 9, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 10, Friedensberg Moravian Church 11, and St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church 12.

The Arthur Able Complex 13, formerly The Danish School (1799), is now the office of the Governor in Fredersted at Hospital and Market Street. At Strand and Queen Cross Streets is the Athalie McFarlane Petersen Public Library 14, built in 1803. The Market Place 15, is still in use today, as it was in 1751 at the founding of Frederiksted.

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Tour an early Danish homestead, the Lawaetz Family Museum 1 at Estate Little 702 La Grange on Mahogany Road. Plantation ruins offer visitors a tranquil backdrop 63the Mt. Washington Labyrinth 2 , 2 miles North of for peace and contemplation at Frederiksted. Open everyday, year-round. The entrance gate is to the left when you reach the property and parking lot. The Whim Museum 3 , on Centerline Road, is a fully-restored sugar cane plantation for self and guided tours and The Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands 4 , also on Centerline, showcases 1500 native & exotic species. Award-winning Ridge to Reef Farm 5 , on Creque Dam Road, is a USDA Certified Organic Farm with produce, tours, and workshops. The Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge is .5 mile beyond the west end of the Melvin H. Evans highway. See Events Calendar and Attractions & Tours for more info.

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Food & Drink 1. Beach Side Café 2. Cibone 3. Six Nine Restaurant & Bar 4. Tap Deck Other Interests 1. Albert Edwards Fish Market 2. American Legion Hall 3. Emile Henderson, Sr. Fire Station 4. Ft. Frederik Beach Bathhouse 5. Frederiksted Community Boating & Sailing Assoc.

6. Frederiksted Health Care 7. Hams Bluff Lighthouse (north of Frederiksted) 8. Legislature of the Virgin Islands 9. Our Town Frederiksted 10. Paul E. Joseph Stadium 11. Police Bike Patrol Unit 7012. Public Restrooms

13. Rotary Club of St. Croix West 14. St. Croix Country Club Shop Duty Free 1. Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts 2. Franklin’s on the Waterfront Sports 1. Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism 2. Cruzan Cowgirls 3. Island Kayak Sailing Adventures 4. Lyric Sails 5. Mermaid Adventures 6. Nep2une Scuba Diving 7. West End Water Sports Staying Here 1. Caribbean Breeze Apartments & Vacation Homes 2. Cottages By the Sea 3. Frederiksted Hotel 4. Mt. Victory Camp 5. Sand Castle on the Beach 6. The Fred Hotel

Local Reads

LOCAL AUTHORS What’s Between the Covers

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he Writers’ Circle of St Croix was started by long-time residents, Roz Hughes and Emy Thomas over thirty years ago.

Membership has waxed and waned but the ethos has stayed the same. We thrive in a culture of gentle truths, warmth and humor, where each member is able to express triumphs, tragedies, frustrations and joys in a safe space.

Writing can be a lonely, and sometimes disheartening, occupation. Rejection requires the growth of a thick skin. The reasons why writing groups are so important in offering support, and tending to ‘wounds’ sometimes inflicted by editors and publishers.

Encouraging writers of any genre, through considerate, relevant critique is vital to our individual development, whose common goal is to write well and with authenticity, whether fact or fiction is the chosen vehicle.

Mondays at Ten is an anthology featuring the current membership of The Writers’ Circle seventeen men and women resident on St. Croix who meet every Monday, and who share a love of the written word.

One of the pieces included in Mondays at Ten is by Monica Abbott-Rowe called Memorial Day 2020. It is of particular relevance in Black History Month as it discusses the horror of Monica Abbott-Rowe George Floyd’s death and its reverberating impact. It is a challenging read because of the topic, and it is written in patois.

She quotes a number of people: philosopher, Edmund Burke; reggae star, Bob Marley; and Martin Luther King, all of whom, in their own way, say the same thing.

In MLK’s words, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”

Ms. Abbott-Rowe reminds us that, “All over di wurl, gud white people an gud people of evy race, color, creed, genda, nationality, an sexuality, join han’ in han’ wid black people an march Lenny James inna solidarity.”

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nown and loved for years as THE place on island, where you can buy previously-owned items while donating to The St. Croix Animal Welfare Center at the same time, is the Animal Shelter Flea Market and it has had a major transformation thanks to many volunteers!

It all started with a face lift to the building’s exterior last year. Located in Estate Richmond behind the Post office, locals know they can count on finding clothing, costumes, tableware, linens, furniture, artwork, picture frames, tools and just about anything else that comes through the door. “You never know what you’re going to get,” says Jan Richards, Manager of the Flea Market for almost twenty years.

Something else that’s changed at the Flea Market is their new, highly-organized book Thia Tyler department lovingly called “Doggie Books,” nicknamed by the Book Lady herself, Thia Tyler.

A well-known St Croix business woman, and volunteer extraordinaire for many years, Thia recently retired and was looking for a project and found one!

She took on the book area and completely transformed the space into something that resembles a warm, comfortable library! It is not only organized, probably for the first time ever, but sectioned and labeled for easy reference. Look for Female Authors, Self Help, Sports & Boating, History, Biographies, Kids, Cooking, Gardening, Arts & Collecting, and Sci-Fi & Fantasy, just to name a few.

She is most proud of a new section called Books from Around the World which includes titles about or written by Native Americans, Mid-Easterners, Asians, African Americans, Africans, Latinos, and Jews. There is also a section on Virgin

Island and Caribbean literature. You have to see it to believe it!

“Doggie Books is St. Croix’s largest used book store,” boasts Thia, with an excess of 5000 covers. Since its been cleaned and organized, I believe people feel more comfortable donating their really impressive collections of books. The quality of our covers has greatly improved, while the prices remain ridiculously inexpensive."

Looking for a good beach-read or interested in some serious study of a wild topic? What about reading up on Black History, Caribbean Life, or Women authors? The St Croix Animal Shelter Flea Market’s new Doggie Books has it all.

Unbelievable.

Household donations, in good condition, are accepted during these hours and all proceeds benefit the Animal Welfare Center programs including their Community Veterinary Clinic for low-cost spay/neuter and medical services, Paws from Paradise Program, Animal Control, Protection and Shelter Services, Pet Licenses, and Humane Education.

Flea Market - 340-692-5355 Wed – Fri, 9am – 2pm | Sat, 9am – 4pm Shelter Services - 340-778-1650 Community Clinic - 340-778-1651 stcroixawc.org

Memorial Day 2020 is a powerful piece of writing a taster of what else lies between the pages of The St Croix Writers’ Circle new anthology, Mondays at Ten. Available on Amazon or at Undercover Books in Gallows Bay and the Caribbean Museum Center For the Arts in Frederiksted.

Susan Wall

Eat Right - Nature’s Fix RECHARGE YOUR BODY & SPIRIT!

A BETTER DAY

PEAK PERFORMANCE LAB & COSMIC APOTHECARY Better known as A Better Day, this is a whole foods restaurant company serving up tasty and nutritious meal prep packages, daily lunch specials, cold-pressed juices, full body cleanse protocols, and premium organic herbs and supplements! Locally owned and operated by Dr. Micah McIntosh a proud member of the chiropractic community who has now transitioned to full-time Doctor of Natural and Integrative medicine, spear-heading the vision of a multidimensional approach to recovering the individual and holistic Dr. Micah health and wealth of the US Virgin Islands territory!

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“Physical, Emotional and Spiritual sovereignty must be restored if we want to take back the health and success of ourselves, our children, our families and everyone we come across in our lives.

Right now this out of touch, apart from nature dependency we have on modern living, medicine and commerce is working against us, and the best place to start turning the tide is with our own physical health and the mental and creative energy that comes along with that!” A Better Day was born, to “provide a place for our people to come, to feel better, and better…until they feel their absolute best! When we feel our best we enter a space where we know that everything we desire to be and do is more than possible, it’s inevitable!

And so our meals, juices, herbs, consultations and most importantly our service is made to be energizing and inspiring!”

Micah’s

Liquid Sunshine A Better Day has an incredibly informative website with a portal for every need. Visiting abetterdayllc.com is akin to walking into a holistic health center where you can make an appointment with the doctor herself to address your pressing health concerns by clicking through to the Health Solutions page; to pick the best detox or meal-prep package to suit your individual needs click through to the detox and meal prep page and pick up your package on Tuesday at noon; if you do not currently have a meal-prep or detox plan but want a tasty and nutritious meal that will fuel the rest of your day, click through to the Menu page to see their specials for the entire week! A Better Day’s website has a shopping cart that allows you to put meal-prep packages, juices, nourishing nut milks, the popular Wellness Wednesday Juice Kit and your lunch specials in your shopping cart to checkout online easily and conveniently accepting all debit with Visa or Mastercard logos, ity un m Im Micah’s Real major credit cards including American Express and PayPal! You can then pick up your order at 12:30 and continue with your busy day, knowing you have the best whole food ingredients cooked with premium oils and health-conscious condiments that will deliver vibrant health and energy!

Gloria Payne Dr.Micah is proud to be working alongside her Roberts mother, Arlette Hodge who serves as Chief Operating Officer and Head Chef of the company! This duo collaborate to ensure the healthy ingredients and specific regimen you need to achieve your health goals are present in every package while having a flavor profile that leaves you happy, satiated and eager to share with your friends, because “we believe you shouldn’t have to compromise on taste and experience in order to be healthy!”Arlette’s background in education, dance and human resources makes her poised for the important operational needs of this big vision company while also being the trusted face for all members, Keep up with A Better Day and their new friends, farmers and patrons! Ms. Gloria expansion into farming and sustainable living.

Payne, a core member of A Better Day’s IG @drmicahmcintosh Team brings her Antiguan flavors for @foodforthoughtvillagefarms @abetterdaystx Saltfish and Ducana specials, delicious FB @abetterdaystx | WEB abetterdayllc.com baking, and enthusiasm to the team!

We love serving you St.Croix!

Arlette D. Hodge

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The Courtyard juices & fitness center 340-773-7728 Right across the street from Government House on King Street, you’ll find the hidden oasis called The Courtyard. Known for its locally-sourced, organic cold press juices, and fresh fruit smoothies, they now offer soups, salads, sandwiches and quiche along with Vegan and gluten- free options! Sip a cup of coffee, relax, and take a peek at our latest ‘artist-of-the-month’ works on display. Most weekends, we offer Art, Yoga, or Wine and Food Workshops; schedule on our Facebook page. Open Monday - Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm; give us a call for drive-thru or pick-up service!

We’re available for private parties up to 50 people. www.thecoutyardstx.com, Facebook.

Cultured Naturals Body Care & Home Scents – 340-626-8232 Get kissed by the Cultured Naturals Body Care Hummingbird! We offer an array of natural Body, Hair, Skin and Home scent products that are made right here in St. Croix with mindful and loving care. Our products are gentle, paraban, sulfate and GMO free! CNBC has married Nature with Science to create products the entire family can use, giving awesome topical and aroma-therapeutic benefits. They are primarilyVegan featuring essential oils, botanicals, and extracts sourced right here in the VI. Check out our new baby line and men’s line. Shop our wonderful products at, Jackie’s Beauty Supply, Plaza Extra West, Mt. Welcome Pharmacy, online at www.culturednaturalsbc. etsy.com, or at our store at 55 Company Street, Christiansted. Open Mon – Fri, 10am – 4pm and Sat, 10am – 5pm. www.culturednaturalsbodycare.com Pampered VI — 340-773-7728 Tucked away in downtown Christiansted (King Street at the Kalmia Center), we’re a boutique spa offering exceptional, personal services.

We aim to create an unforgettable client experience—let us show you what sets us apart! Luscious lashes, flawless skin, relaxing massage? We have you covered. Arrive early to enjoy our facility; beautiful showers and an infrared sauna available. The Center includes The Courtyard for healthy, locally-sourced juices, smoothies, and more! Have your next party with us! Group packages available, or let us come to you with mobile services! Book Online and see a full list of our services!

Pamper Yourself! www.pamperedvi.com, Facebook.

Get Fit - Be Well TREAT YOURSELF!

Ramone Reid.

Cultured Naturals Rebranded & Ready!

Originally from Jamaica, Ramone Reid is the founder and CEO of Cultured Naturals Body Care, manufacturing Face, Hair, Body and Home Scent products, using locally-sourced ingredients, for the past six years.

All products are plant based, with botanicals and essential oils gentle and functional enough for the entire family. There’s a baby line, Mens line and Makeup line. A hummingbird, called the Jamaican Doctor Bird, is part of their logo—a symbol of healing, love, and positive energy.

Ramone grew up working with her Grandmother Zoe Adeana Cooks, a nurse for 40 years, a healer and Jamaican Maroon, learning about natural alternatives and their effectiveness from her. Fruit, vegetables, and herbs were abundant on her grandparent’s property, put to good use for eating and medicinal purposes, and remedies were passed down inspiring the Cultured Naturals Body Care’s slogan, “Marrying Nature with Science.”

Starting her business in her kitchen, she now has over 60 products sold in stores island wide, off island, online, and in her store in Christiansted. The business gained momentum and brand recognition in a feature on www.Travel Noire.com about travelers looking for “the most amazing individuals from the African diaspora, who reside all over the globe!”

Ramone received a full scholarship to the University of Havana to Study Medicine, earning a diploma in Spanish Language, and continuing her studies in Jamaica, earning a BS in Nursing and becoming a Registered Nurse. Her MBA was realized after grad studies at Nova Southeastern University, Nassau, and Fort Lauderdale.

Service and community were taught to be important to Ramone causing her to focus on creating opportunities, fostering collaborations, offering mentorship, and supporting the local economy.

Look for her daughter’s “Juju and Cece’s Lemonades & Treats” in store now. Open Mon – Fri, 10am – 4pm and Sat, 10am – 5pm. They ship between the USVI and the US, and locals can shop online and pick up at the store. Check new website, FB and IG for events and call to schedule a group candle-making class.

Cultured Natural Body Care The Courtyard 2017.indd 55 Company Street • 340-626-8232 www.culturednaturalsbodycare.com

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Yoga - Barre - Smoothies Juice - Breakfast - Lunch Monday - Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm

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Kalima Center, King Street, across from Government House

Facials - Massage - Body Scrubs Eyelash Extensions & More!

340-773-7728 Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 6 pm

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Buying Here Lisa Christensen-Harris – 340-778-7000 x104 Lisa Christensen is a third generation “Cruzan” dating back to when St. Croix was under the Danish Flag. Lisa’s family has served the Virgin Islands in the government, business and public sectors. As a Sales Associate and Real Estate Specialist with Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty I have the privilege of working with some of the most Coldwell Banker St.Croix Realty – 340-778-7000 experienced andtoknowledgeable realtors Are you ready start your search for St.on Croix the look forward showing off hills “my realisland. estate?I From an islandtoretreat in the island” to other local islanders ‘statesidwith Caribbean Sea views, to aor vacation rental ers’ new St. Croix. of the things like along St.toCroix’s sandyOne coastline, to a flatI home to share withbyoff island clients is touring site shaded palm trees, paradise awaitsSt.you Croix from east St. to west you to on picturesque Croixintroducing in the U.S. Virgin the local way St. Croix.

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Coldwell Banker St.Croix Realty – 340-778-7000 With broker Amy Land-deWilde at the helm, the professionals at Coldwell Banker St Croix Realty are eager to help you buy, sell or lease real estate. We offer a host of lovely homes, outstanding building sites, and both historic and commercial properties. Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty also lists an array of rental properties, ideal for your next dream vacation or long-term lease. From a bungalow on the beach to a villa with a view, we have the perfect property for you Because we keep up with the latest technology and market trends, This Week ad 09-14_Layout 1 8/21/14 2:04 PM Page 1

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NEW YEAR GOAL SETTING The beginning of a new year often signifies goal setting. Many of us here at Coldwell Banker, just like you, dreamed of moving to the Caribbean and it took us certain action steps to turn our dream into a reality.

Since then, we all have had the opportunity to help others achieve their goal to own a slice of America’s paradise. No matter where you are in the process of making that move to the Caribbean, here are some tips so you can achieve your island living goals!

1. Contact a local St. Croix ambassador here at Coldwell Banker St. Croix Reality.

We are more than just island villa matchmakers, we are here to answer all of your questions about island living and can help you plan your initial visit.

2. Visit us and live like a local! We have some wonderful hotels, but if you want to get the experience of what its like to live here, check out some of our villa rentals at StCroixForRent.com.

3. Determine how you plan on financing your purchase. If you plan on getting a loan, get pre-approved with one of our local USVI lenders. Since we fly the US flag, we have FHA, VA and USDA loan options, and our properties are eligible for your 1031 exchange tax benefits.

4. Let your local Realtor help you get familiar with the real estate market. Let’s schedule a Zoom consultation; we can tour homes and the island with you virtually!

5. It’s time to close! Our agents will guide you every step of the way. Typically, the homes here are sold furnished, so all you have to do is pack your bags and move right in!

Having a trusted partner and someone who understands you and your goals is so important when purchasing a home in the Caribbean. Our licensed real estate agents are full-time and we pride ourselves in being more than just your real estate agent, we are your island family!

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CHANGE COURSE, MAKE YOUR MOVE! ing our clients with personal service based on experience, knowledge and skills. We are always excited to show off our island’s real estate market, customs, and culture. We have the reputation for putting you, the client, first and placing your needs and goals at the top the list. Thinking Real Estate?... Think RE/MAX St. Croix. View a list of our real estate professionals on Page 2 and connect with us today. info@livingonscroix.com www.livingonstcroix.com Joe Caruso – St. Croix Island Life Real Estate 340-474-0466 What is “Island Life”? Island Life is about enjoying your life. It’s about being comfortable, relaxing, enjoying the sunshine, and being on and in the water. I want to show you what Island Life is about and help you see if St Croix is the right spot for you. My professional success for the last 44 years is the result of listening to clients’ requests and using my knowledge and experience to turn those requests into realities.

Listening and communication are my #1 priority, and you’ll find me to be an enthusiastic and fun agent—and an expert on St Croix Island Life!— who can help you find the property you’re looking for. joe@stcroixislandlife.com

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STARS SHOPPING

ST. CROIX Sky Watch FEBRUARY 2021 / MARCH 2021

NORTH

Our clear skies are perfect for star gazing!

VIEW THE MAP SO THAT THE NORTH INDICATOR IS FACING NORTH

Constellation names are in upper case. Star and planet names in lower case.

The sun, moon, planets and stars all rise in the east and set in the west.

March Moon Phases

Last Quarter.................. 4 Feb New Moon..................11 Feb First Quarter...............19 Feb Full Moon....................27 Feb

Last Quarter......................5 Mar New Moon..................... 13 Mar First Quarter................... 21 Mar Full Moon........................ 27 Mar

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February Moon Phases

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By: Tom Lesser, formerly Senior Lecturer at the American Museum-Hayden Planetarium and frequent island visitor.

Sunrise & Sunset February Sunrise............................................................. 7:19 am February Sunset..............................................................6:46 pm March Sunrise.................................................................. 6:57 am March Sunset...................................................................6:58 pm

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Sunrise and sunset times are based on the 15th of each month.

CONSTELLATIONS: UPPER CASE • Stars: Lower Case

The bright red planet Mars can easily be spotted high in the evening western sky.

Mars is seen against the background of stars of Aries, the Ram. According to some legends, Aries is the ram into which Zeus changed himself to escape the giants.

This time of year is a great time to stargaze. Dominating the sky are seven bright stars that form Orion, the Hunter. Two stars form his shoulders (bright red Betelgeuse and Bellatrix), two more his knees (Saiph and the very bright Rigel) and three his belt.

According to legend, Orion was a mighty hunter. Orion boasted that he could defeat any animal on Earth in battle. Suddenly a scorpion appeared, stung Orion on the foot and Orion died. But, Orion was such a great hunter that he was placed in the sky; as was the scorpion. However, you never see Orion and the Scorpion in the sky at the same time.

Orion is not alone in his celestial hunt. By Orion’s feet are his two hunting dogs. Canis Major the Big Dog is easy to find. Look for the brightest star in the night sky, Sirius, and you have found the Big Dog. Between Sirius and Orion is a somewhat fainter star, this is Procyon and Canis Minor, the Little Dog.

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Above Procyon in the Little Dog and Betelgeuse in Orion, look for two bright stars nearby each other and of about the same brightness. They almost look like twin stars, and in fact these two stars, Castor and Pollux, mark the heads of the Gemini Twins. According to mythology, Castor and Pollux, were twin brothers and the sons of Jupiter. The twins accompanied Jason and the Argonauts in the quest for the Golden Fleece. Pollux was famous for his achievements in arms whereas Castor was a superior equestrian. The Twins also were said to have power over the seas and ships often paid homage to them by placing effigies of the twins in the prows of vessels.

East of Mars is a bright star and it looks reddish-orange. This is Aldebaran, the red right eye of Taurus the Bull. Perhaps you can see a sideways “V” shape that forms the Bull’s head. Just above Aldebaran and the V is a cluster of many stars close together, the Pleiades. To the Greeks, Taurus represented Jupiter when he transformed himself into a pure white bull. In this form Jupiter carried Europa across the sea to Crete.

Almost due North from Betelgeuse and

father from Betelgeuse than Aldebaran is the bright star Capella in Auriga, the Charioteer. Capella is the sixth-brightest star in the night sky.

Arcing across this part of the sky is a hazy band of light, the Milky Way. Sirius, Betelgeuse and Aldebaran are West of the band and Capella, Castor, Pollux and Procyon are East of the band. The hazy band is really the light from millions and millions of star so far away that we see their combined light as this hazy band.

The third brightest natural object in the sky (after the Sun and Moon) is the planet Venus. Venus will dominate the eastern sky before sunrise.

In the islands it is difficult for visitors to tell the difference between Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. Year around the weather is wonderful, especially if you are escaping from a late Winter snow storm. However, for those living in the northern hemisphere, Spring begins on March 20th. If you live in the southern hemisphere, Fall begins on that day. If you spent an entire year standing on the Earth’s Equator, sometimes the Sun would be South of you, sometimes North. On March 20th the Sun will be directly overhead a point on the Equator.

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