On February 6, we celebrate Bob Marley’s 64th. birthday.
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In the US, his memory is evident in that TV commerical promoting tourism, beckoning us back to our land of eternal Summer. It is good that we can leverage the commerical value of this our most famous son, but I urge you to reflect for a few moments his life’s impact.
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For myself, Bob was able to give a powerful voice to the plight of the marginalized globally. His music reflected their frustrations, and hope. In this moment in our history when the gails of separation from socio-economic, race, and geography threaten to do our community harm, let’s rally to the call of One Love to keep hope alive.
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Please, take a moment and share a Bob Marley quote with a child to pass the memory on as a part of your legacy.
Now, let the celebration begin!
If you are fortunate enough to be in the Big Apple, New York, this week-end, you can join in the celebration as follows.
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The Jamaica Tourist board is planning a Marley Birthday celebration with cake cutting and a chance to win a trip to Jamaica!
Here are the details:
WHEN: Friday, February 6: Bob Marley Birthday Cake Cutting at 2:00 p.m. 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM (open to trade and press only)
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Saturday, February 7: Bob Marley Birthday Cake Cutting at 1:00 p.m.10 AM – 6 PM
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Sunday, February 8: Bob Marley Birthday Cake Cutting at 1:00 p.m.10 AM – 4 PM
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WHERE: Jamaica Booth 211Jacob K. Javits Convention Center: 11 Ave & 34 St. (Level 3 – Halls 3D & E)
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Visit http://www.nyttravelshow.com/ for tickets (Yes there is a fee!)
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WHY: For your mental health! You need to think about warm tropical breezes, spectacular sunsets, sunny Jamaican beaches, fun filled family water parks and much more to help dispel February doldrums.
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