The Grenada Round-the-Island Race

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LIVE MUSIC, DELICIOUS FOOD AND GAMES FOR KIDS ON GRAND ANSE BEACH MARCH 14th AND 15th 2009

Bring the whole family for a weekend of fun during the Grenada Round-the-Island RaceGrenada, West Indies (2 March 2009) – The Grenada Round-the-Island Race is not just about sailing this year! An exciting line up of entertainment, food and family fun is scheduled on Grand Anse Beach in front of Garfield’s Beach Bar Saturday and Sunday, March 14 and 15.

While sailboats are making their way around the island Saturday morning, the beach party kicks off with the Budget Marine Youth Sailing Exhibition at 11 a.m. Local children will participate in sailing activities and earn prizes.

Then, at 1 p.m. free kid’s games will start on the beach. Children will have a blast playing tug-of-war, throwing water balloons and competing in relay races. Face painting will also be provided. All children are welcome to participate.

Saturday’s family fun will be followed by a full line up of events on Sunday. The day kicks off with the thrilling and hilarious antics of the Bathtub Derby. Crafty participants can float their own version of a boat and compete for cash prizes!

The race will be held at 1 p.m. Participants can register the day of the race starting at noon or register early by calling 444-4662 or online at www.aroundgrenada.com.

The tastiest event of the weekend will be A Taste of Grenada held from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. For the first time ever, vendors from the popular Fish Friday in Gouyave will be on Grand Anse Beach serving their delicious local favorites right in the sand.

In addition, several of the island’s premier restaurants will be serving a sampling of their menus including Verandah, Aquarium, Carib Sushi, La Boulangerie, Bananas Nightclub & Restaurant and Glover’s.

Free live music from the Tivoli Drummers, Steel Band and Baracuda Band will play during the day. The weekend will wrap up with a prize-giving ceremony for all the sailors.

Locals, tourists, young and old are invited to participate in the weekend beach activities. For more information visit www.aroundgrenada.com