Dominica, known to many as the Nature Isle of the Caribbean, and it OK for you to say, its green and very much gorgeous. There is no other island like this one on the planet earth. The Island known for its spectacular natural attractions, and this island paradise is nature's gift to the human. Now you have the unique opportunity to revel in this natural haven for Carnival Season, 2001, from 17 to 27 February. For the locals and all visitors, Mas Domnik is an opportunity for family fun, peaceful revelry and a chance to enjoy the tranquillity of a gem of this beautiful island, Dominica.

10 to 28 February, 2001.
Jumping in the streets will be on the 26 and 27 of February, with the activities kicking off on the 10 of February, with the Official Opening of Carnival 2001 starting at the Pottersville Savannah through the streets of Roseau to Festival City !

Three time Calypso King Scrunter last week-end emerged as the top competitor in the quarter finals of the Calypso Competition.

Scrunter was judged number one from a field of 31 calypsonians with his calypso " I ain't coming for Crown." Placing second was the Ghost, newcomer De Bob was third, Man Himself fourth, Observer fifth, Daddy Chess sixth, Bouteille seventh, Bassie eighth, Haxey ninth, and Senator tenth.

The other ten calypsonians who made it through to the semi final are Checker, Mico, Third Eye, Sharp Tooth, Black Starliner, Spider, Soul Puss, Jeff Joe, Soca Bull and Masked Eruption. Veteran Calypsonians Intruder, President Lily and Liberator did not make it past last weekend's Quarterfinal.

The twenty calypsonians will move to the semi final on Saturday February 10.