CAVE SHEPHERD TO UNVEIL CHRISTMAS FANTASY FRIDAY

IT'S NOT hurricane preparedness that has the Cave Shepherd show windows on Broad Street boarded up, but preparation for what management terms a Christmas fantasy that will take Barbados by storm.

Anita Elms regional marketing manager at Duty Free Caribbean Holdings, said what is being assembled behind the hoarding will be of fairytale proportions and will be a major family attraction for the holiday season. But, she added, Barbadians will have to wait until next Friday, November 5 at 6 p.m. for the grand unveiling.

Elms, however, did reveal this special Christmas offering for children of all ages, conceptualised to rekindle the true child-centred spirit of the season. "We have 7 Barbados Community College (BCC) students from the Fine Arts Division, who have been helping us with this project. It is a case of children working for children."

"Under the direction of Renaissance Design, the window display company that we use, the students are responsible for much of the imagery that is being created. The 2 first year and 5 second year students are painting the backgrounds, which call for a lot of intricate work."

She added, "All we can say at this time is that this fantasy will be especially attractive for viewing by the entire family at night when the lighting effects and colours can be truly appreciated and enjoyed."

The unveiling of the Cave Shepherd windows will be carried live on Starcom radio with the popular Patrick Gollop heading the broadcast team. A number of traditional Bajan characters in Christmas gear will also entertain.

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