The Velvet Lounge

The Velvet Lounge This is a quiet, air-conditioned cellar bar, just one block back from the Bay Front in Roseau. Relax and enjoy excellent cocktails, a glass of wine or a coffee.

The ambiance is relaxed, cool and mellow, and you will hear classic jazz and old-school R & B.

10/01/2026

Martin Folsom, a remarkable young man from Jacksonville, Florida, defied the odds to graduate as the valedictorian of A. Philip Randolph Career Academy.

Despite enduring the challenges of homelessness alongside his mother throughout his high school years, Martin's unwavering determination and academic excellence propelled him to the top of his class.

Martin’s journey is punctuated by his leadership as class president throughout his four years, where he became a beacon of support and guidance for his peers. - Africa Giant

10/01/2026

At just 25, Yara Shahidi has already redefined what it means to be a star in Hollywood, balancing acting, and academia with effortless grace.

The Black-ish and Grown-ish breakout star didn’t just play a college student on screen; she lived it, graduating from Harvard University in 2022 with a degree in Social Studies and African American Studies.

Though the pandemic forced a virtual ceremony, her achievement was no less monumental, proving she could excel both on set and in the Ivy League.

Proud of her multicultural roots, Iranian, Black (African American and Choctaw Native American), she embraces her heritage, even speaking bits of Farsi.

Her production company, 7th Sun, champions diverse storytelling. She has upcoming roles in Disney’s Tinker Bell and a voice in Ultraland.

10/01/2026

The Belcher triplets, Kendall, Kolby, and Sydney each graduated summa cm laude from Ola High School in McDonough, Georgia, US boasting an impressive perfect GPA of 4.0.

Their extraordinary academic journey began at the tender age of three, thanks to their dedicated parents who instilled in them a passion for learning by teaching them to read and write early on. - Africa Giant

10/01/2026

In a world where language often divides, Danny Manu, a British-Ghanaian engineer with the soul of an artist has composed a groundbreaking solution. His invention, the Mymanu CLIK, is a wireless earbuds and a bridge between cultures.

Unlike conventional translation devices, CLIK operates offline, instantly interpreting over 40 languages in real time, making it a game-changer for travelers, educators, and humanitarian workers alike.

His earbuds, now evolving into the phone-free CLIK Pro, have earned global acclaim, including a CES® Innovation Award, and are being piloted in schools and refugee support programs.

Manu’s story is one of relentless passion, he liquidated his savings, sold assets, and immersed himself in the entrepreneurial unknown. With NatWest’s mentorship, he transformed from a builder into a visionary pitchman.

CLIK is the first note in a symphony of human connection, proving that technology, when harmonized with purpose, can speak every language. News source: Africa Giant

10/01/2026

The other passengers on the subway saw a man covered in grime, just another worker heading home. But the little girl on his lap knew he was the only hairstylist that mattered.
Mike’s hands are calloused and caked in white drywall dust, a testament to the 10-hour shift he just finished hanging sheetrock. He's a single dad, and his life is a constant race against the clock: get up before dawn, work a brutal job, and get back in time for his "real" work: being a dad to 5-year-old Aaliyah.
Today was Picture Day at her preschool. Mike had promised her "princess braids," but his foreman had called for mandatory overtime. He raced from the construction site, not even having time to change, to pick her up from her grandma's, his heart sinking. He was late. Her hair, which grandma had tried to do, had fallen out. Aaliyah was in tears, convinced she'd be the only one who didn't look nice.
"It's okay, baby," he'd rumbled, scooping her up. "Daddy's got this." He didn't have time to go home. So, he sat her on his lap on the crowded subway train. The other passengers stared as the big man, his clothes covered in white dust, pulled out a small comb and two pink hair ties from his backpack.
His rough, stained fingers, which moments ago were driving screws and lifting heavy boards, moved with a surprising, practiced delicacy. He gently sectioned her hair, his brow furrowed in concentration, whispering to her about how beautiful she was.
He's tired, he's dirty, but to her, he's a hero, making her feel like a princess on a crowded train.

31/12/2025

The Velvet Lounge
will be open today, New Year's Eve
From 4 pm.

23/12/2025

The racist's desperation for yte supremacy is due to 1 reason only:

They know they're inferior.

23/12/2025

In the Swedish city of Eskilstuna, ReTuna has become the world’s first shopping mall built entirely around reuse, repair, and upcycling. Instead of selling newly manufactured products, every store focuses on extending the life of existing items.

The mall works directly with a nearby recycling center where residents drop off unwanted goods. Items that can be saved are sorted and sent to ReTuna’s shops instead of being discarded.

Inside the mall, skilled workers repair electronics, redesign clothing, restore furniture, and repurpose household items. Many products are transformed into modern, high-quality goods rather than simply resold as secondhand.

Some stores also offer workshops where visitors can learn how to repair their own belongings. This turns shopping into an educational experience that encourages long-term changes in consumer behavior.

ReTuna demonstrates that sustainability can be practical, attractive, and economically viable. It challenges the idea that consumption must always mean buying new, proving that circular systems can work at scale.

Address

Hodges Lane
Roseau

Opening Hours

Tuesday 16:00 - 22:00
Wednesday 16:00 - 22:00
Thursday 16:00 - 22:00
Friday 16:00 - 23:00
Saturday 16:00 - 22:00

Telephone

+17673161865

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