The blue-and-red flag rules South Florida for a day. From main boulevards to school buildings, the Haitian flag was everywhere. It is clear that the Haitian presence in South Florida is here to stay. So on this dazzling occasion, CSMS Magazine is proud to publish some of the events that are set to take place during the Haitian Flag Day weekend. May 18th is the day that symbolizes Haiti’s glorious past and one of the most important dates in the country’s history.Haitian Flag Day eventsHere they are: The Spirit of Haiti art show, by Jude Papaloko Thegenus,8 p.m. today, Jakmel Art Gallery, 147 NW 36th St., Miami. Free. African Diaspora & Creolization conference,LocalLinks6-9 p.m. Friday, Artserve Inc., 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd.,Fort Lauderdale. Free.Haitians of Florida: The Hope and the Future, photography exhibit,Friday, Palm Beach County School District headquarters, 3300 Forest Hill Blvd.,West Palm Beach.Legacy of Our Freedom: Haitian Youth in America, 8-10 p.m. Saturday, Miniaci Theater, Nova Southeastern University, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Davie. Tickets $25 in advance, available through Broward Center for the Performing Arts or at www.browardevents.com,or $35 at the door, $15 for students.Haitian Flag Day Christian Style Celebration,10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Eglise Baptiste Bethanie,2200 NW 12th Ave.,Fort Lauderdale. Free.Haitian Flag Party, with music by Papaloko & Loray Mistic and Rara rock bands,9 p.m., Jakmel Art Gallery,147 NW 36th St., Miami, admission $10.
18 Mai: Haiti Chérie Flag Day
