THE Mashramani celebrations are heating up as things wind down to that much-anticipated February 23 parade, with the bulk of the cultural activites set to play out this weekend. Things get off to a cute start on Saturday, with the children’s parade taking centre stage. Then later in the evening, there’s the senior calypso monarch competition for the older ones.
Sunday sees a continuation of the ‘Mash’ vibes, and it’s time to give our senior citizens some attention, while there’s also going to be some masquearading.
But it’s not all about the ‘Mash’ vibe, as next week is Valentine’s.
And, whether you’re single or not, there’s bound to be something for each and evey one of you, as quite a few places hope to get the ball rolling from this weekend!

TODAY
**The National Hockey Women are planning a TRAFFIC JAM at the Palm Court! And it promises to be colourful and full of vibes! So come kick-start the Mash Season! Leh We Fete! Fete! Fete!
Tickets are $2000, and the action starts at 21:00hrs!
TOMORROW
**The Mashramani Children’s Costume and Float Parade is taking to the streets of Georgetown beginning at 10:00hrs, and the annual colourful event will definitely be something to see.
The parade will start off at Parade Ground and end at the National Park. And, of course, it’s all FREE!

**It’s the Senior Calypso Monarch Semi-finals! And if you’re in Linden, then the Mackenzie Sports Club Ground is the place to be!
A total of 20 contestants are competing for one of the 10 spots in next Friday’s finals at Demerara Park, where they will pit their skills against the reigning champion, Lester ‘De Professor’ Charles.

**Guyanese songstress Timeka Marshall turns 28 on Tuesday, and this Valentine’s baby is keeping a pre-birthday bash at the Palm Court with a party called, “Dream”! Tickets are $2000, and you can look out for a chance to win a Trinity costume to be a part of Palm Court’s ‘Mash Band’.

**No Valentine? Show Love to the Wine! Java Coffee Bar on Duncan Street presents “Wine and Canapes” in a pre-Valentine celebration for the singles.
Enjoy Jazz and Live Music with Obikwa wines, paired with deliciously crafted food! Wines are $1500 a glass, and $4000 per bottle.

**Aura Bar and Lounge presents ‘Loversland’, a pre-Valentine’s Day cocktail mixer starting at 21:00hrs.
Singles are $2000, while it’s $3000 for couples. There’ll also be FREE cocktails for ladies at the entrance!
DJ Energy and DJ Reality will be there to give you the time of your life, with Dancehall and Soca non-stop.
Bring a date, or meet one; just don’t miss this fun! It’s going to be epic! Free photoshoot for the best dressed couple!
SUNDAY
**Concert for the Elderly at Prominade Gardens! This year’s ‘Mash’ promises to cater for everyone, and the Concert for the Elderly will be specially tailored to be about our senior citizens!

**The Mash Masquerade Competition is going down at the Plaisance Community Centre Ground as the Mashramani festivities continue.