Harvard Commons Block party celebrates Caribbean heritage

BCAA President Robert Wint, state Rep. Chris Worrell, BCAA Treasurer Kurt McLaughlin, BCAA Director of Community Outreach Kwame Elias, BCAA member Gary Scoops Kerr, state Sen. Liz Miranda, BCAA Vice President Shawn Cedeno, and Councillor Brian Worrell.

The Boston Caribbean American Association (BCAA) held its inaugural block party in Dorchester at Harvard Commons last month during Caribbean Heritage Month. The organization, which had its launch in April, is looking to coordinate with community leaders, concert promoters, and elected officials to have a year-round presence in the growing Caribbean American community – which is centered in Dorchester and Mattapan.

The Block Party held on June 8 is meant to be an annual tradition. The group envisions also hosting civic events, debates, and community building programs.

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Chad Bright Reason, Nayah Bright Reason, Nikita Bright Reason, and Aaliyah Ashe outside the bounce house.

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Robert Wint, president of BCAA, kept the grill hot all afternoon.

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Amanda Mitchell joined friends at the party on June 8.

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BCAA President Robert Wint with Diana Paris.


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