
The Caribbean Association of North Alabama is on a mission to make this year's Caribbean Day at the Park a tremendous success – to trump the high watermark it received at last year’s event when over 400 enthusiasts attended this much anticipated event in Huntsville, Alabama.
Plans are on the way for mouth-watering cuisines, dynamic games (to make you feel like the good old days) and fantastic entertainment. An array of Caribbean style dishes will be served, from jerk chicken to stewed salt fish, from coco bread to dark rum cakes.
Over 600 people are expected to come and feast of the scrumptious delicacies before them and bask in the atmosphere of ONE LOVE.
The event which is to take place on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at Brahan Springs Park is open to the general public and all are invited to a display of an amazing assortment of Caribbean culture and experience.
The Huntsville drummers will be there; Renowned DJ’s from Nashville, Tennessee will be wooing the crowed with their bombastic entertainment; Visitors from as far away as Atlanta is expected to come to join the fun.
A stable of Caribbean favored games, such as “lime and spoon”, “sack race” “hopscotch”, musical chairs, domino and the like will be part of the mix.
It will be a sight to BEHOLD! Having said this, you are cordially invited…
For more information about the event visit www.CANAonline.com
A U.S. government program designed to get people out of their old, gas-guzzling vehicles and into a fuel-efficient vehicle is gaining a lot of attention. The government just came out with the final details of the “Car Allowance Rebate System” or “cash for clunkers” program that was developed to stimulate weak auto sales and to eliminate gas guzzling vehicles.
Customers can receive a CARS incentive up to $4,500 for their trade in value. A car owner qualifies for either a $3,500 or $4,500 voucher, depending on the vehicle and the mileage. Participants have to have owned the vehicle they are trading in for at least one year and have had it continuously insured for that year or longer. Verification must be provided.
CarDownloan advises automobile owners considering this option to research to find the best deal. Send your offer to several dealerships online and in your community or state, then select the best car for the best money. Given the situation in the economy the buyer is king, so negotiate with dealers for the highest price of trade in and the lowest price on the actual purchase.
Another thing for customers to look for is dealerships and manufacturers who already have buyer incentive programs. You can purchase a brand new Ford Focus for $8,995. Couple that with a $4,500 from trade in and you can get a brand new vehicle for less than $5,000.
Will this influence you to buy a new vehicle? Do you think it is worth the trade? Why or why not?
You just SLAM the domino table one more time within a few hours and you are getting paid for doing so. This Saturday evening, Casa Montego will host a followup on the last domino tournament. This time the first place winner will get a cool $150. You will want to be there. Here are the reasons why?

1. Over $200 in prices and it could all be yours
2. Winner take home a cool and easy $150
3. Incredible Caribbean dishes to get your palette on overdrive
4. Out of the ordinary camaraderie and LOTS of laugh
5. Take a little time of to enjoy the richness of culture connected with domino games
6. Earn some bragging rights or just come out and have some CLEAN fun 7. Stay after the game for the Reggae Dance Party!!! to follow
WHERE: The Casa Montego, 2117 Jonathan Dr N.W, Huntsville, AL
WHEN: Saturday 18th from 5:30PM
DIRECTIONS: N. Memorial P'kway Just North of Applebee's (Across From Big Lots, behind Payless Shoes) U-Turn at Mastin Lake to 2117 Jonathan Dr, Huntsville, Alabama
CONTACT: 256-858-9187 or 256-714-0155
Thinking of refinancing your Alabama home or taking a home equity line of credit? Even in this credit challenging market, you can do plenty to protect your largest asset – your home. Given the boom and bust in the real estate mortgage market, what is the most suitable way to thing about home equity.
More than a year after credit started getting iffy, mortgage lenders are hanging tough about home-equity borrowing. However if you meet the stricter standards, such as high credit score, high home equity and lower debt, you do not have to worry.
If you have already obtain a line be sure to use your credit line once in a blue, even if you generally reserve it as a back up fund. Unused lines of credit can be targets for closure. In the event that your line is closed, call your Alabama lender to see whether the decision is reversible particularly because of your good credit profile.
If you are still in the process of searching a credit rating of 720 coupled with a debt to income ratio of 40 percent can qualify you for 20 to 40 percent of home equity line of credit.
When inquiring about home equity do not just take your local banker word for it. Search online for for lenders that will give you multiply options and financing institution that allow banks to compete for your business. One of the best is the business is LendingTree Home Equity Loans. They will automatically give your 3-4 options from different banks.
This last step is a great one. Now you have a lot of data. Now you know each Alabama bank and their home equity loan rate. With this data you can figure which bank may be the best for your needs: terms of repayment, fees, rates, and any other necessary information. You can even call out or contact these banks and ask them if they will lessen their rates because you know of other banks that have reduced rates that are more competitive. Good Luck!
What happens when you bring the South’s best domino players to compete for the title of DOMINO CHAMPION 2009?
The 3rd Annual 2009 North Alabama Domino Tournament, hosted by the Caribbean Association of North Alabama (CANA) will take place at CASA MONTEGO, with groovy Caribbean sounds and delicious Caribbean cuisine, attracting some 200 participants.
For two consecutive years Huntsville has brought home the coveted title. Team members, Maxson Myler and Mclean Philadelphia, captured first place at the last championship.
“People from throughout the South are attracted to our tournament not only because of the competition and coveted title, but because they know this is a charity event,” said one CANA member. For over five years the association has been instrumental in promoting Caribbean culture, promoting local businesses, and issuing scholarship to and supporting students.
This year’s events is on, Saturday, June 27 with special Caribbean foods served to participants. Some participants come for as much for the delicious Caribbean meal as they do for the chance to win the coveted cup.
Participants are urged to register early. For further information and entry forms, contact the CANA by calling 256-520-0483 / 714-0155 or visit www.canaonline
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