The Reggae Auction to Benefit Alpha Institute in Kingston, Jamaica

The serigraph print, #10 of 50, is 50cm x 70cm by the late Michael Thompson, aka Freestylee: Artist Without Borders, was originally created for the First International Reggae Poster Contest in 2012. Alpha Ska pays tribute to the contributions of Alpha Boys School and its students to the music of Jamaica.

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Depicting a youngster blowing the trombone with an earnest The poster design became the inspiration for the Alpha Boys School logo and later the logo for the Alpha Institute. 

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Michael Thompson (1958-2016) aka FREESTYLEE: Artist Without Borders, was a graphic design consultant, activist and poster designer. Thompson studied graphic design at the Jamaica School of Art in Kingston, Jamaica. Thompson was co-founder of the First International Reggae Poster Contest. (www.reggaepostercontest.com).  

Ken Boothe's distinctively warm and engaging voice has been one of Jamaica's most respected since the 1960s when his first solo tracks were recorded after Clement "Sir Coxsone" Dodd had signed Boothe to the Studio One Label.

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For the Reggae Auction, Mr Boothe will re-record a personalized version of any one of his hits. This is perfect for a special event, a birthday, an anniversary or just to tell someone they are so special that you would like them to have a song that no one else will ever have.

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And there are so many to choose from! Hits for various producers have included "Moving Away", "Puppet On A String", and "When I Fall In Love". Boothe's reggae version of the song "Everything I Own" even reached Number One in the UK Singles Chart on October 26, 1974!

Enjoy 3 nights in one of the most exclusive hotels in the Caribbean.

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GoldenEye in Oracabessa, where Ian Fleming wrote all 14 James Bond novels, is an island paradise where guests can paddleboard on the sea lagoon, kayak from the beach or laze around in the tropical sun. Pantrepant farm is Island Outpost’s market garden. It occupies hundreds of acres in the far west of Jamaica, nestled on the banks of the roaring Martha Brae River in the heart of what is known as ‘Cockpit Country’. 

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Chris Blackwell, the founder of Island Records and part of the creative team that introduced Bob Marley to an international audience, created a dream destination escape where Ian Flemming built his dream house. Indeed, it was at GoldenEye that he dreamed up James Bond, 007, who turned out to be an escape for millions of readers. Blackwell purchased GoldenEye from the Fleming estate in 1976. Since then, he has grown the original 19 acre property, with just Fleming’s Villa, into a 52-acre world class property that is the flagship of Blackwell’s Island Outpost 

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Winning Bidder will book the stay directly with Golden Eye reprsentatives.

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The donation is non transferable. Please do be aware that because of the boutique scale of our property that blackout dates will apply: package redeemable from April 20 - October 31 2017. Blackout days include 26-29 May, 1-5 July & 28 August - 4 September. Incidentals including, but not limited to, air/ground transfers, spa treatments, excursions, etc. are not included unless stated. Prize cannot be redeemed for cash

Jakes Resort, a Conde Nast 2015 Gold List honoree, is one of Jamaica's singular, lyrical and altogether memorable places. Inspired by the legacy of Perry Henzell, the director of The Harder They Come (picked best film soundtrack by Rolling Stone magazine), Henzell's family have led the development of an innovative, artistic and active community on the south coast of Jamaica based around the Jakes and Jack Spratt properties. 

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The 3,500-resident community of Treasure Beach avoids the rainfalls typical on the other side of the Santa Cruz mountains. So this means anywhere you bike through pristine, patchwork farmland, hike to views that will amaze you, complete a one of a kind workout with TRX slung from the yoga deck’s rafters and go through circuits at the Sports Park. It’s all here. Come workout hard and relax right.

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Jack Sprat is the rhythmic culinary and community hub of the Treasure Beach community. Just-caught seafood is prepped any way you want it, and the island’s best pizza comes with toppings like lobster, jerk chicken and the freshest veggies. Don't forget Thursday night movies and bonfires on the shore. 

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Jakes Resort booking includes room only and based on availability April 15th-Dec 15th 2017 (excluding Thanksgiving in the USA). Meal at Jack Sprat includes US$50 toward dining at the restaurant.

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http://www.jakeshotel.com/

• 3 nights at Strawberry Hill, one of the most exclusive hotels in the Caribbean
• passes to Bob Marley Museum, one of the most popular places in the Caribbean
• dining at Kingston's premier wine bistro, The Wine Shop

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Strawberry Hill, a consecutive World Travel Award recipient (Jamaica's Leading Boutique Hotel, 2014-2016) is located in the world renowned Blue Mountains, surrounded by lush rainforest. The hilltop property offers spectacular views from its vantage point of 3,100 feet above sea level. Hotel representatives can help to arrange airport transfers, spa treatments, dinner reservations, and authentic Jamaican experiences. 

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The Bob Marley Museum is a museum in Kingston, Jamaica, dedicated to the internationally respected reggae musician Bob Marley. The museum is located at 56 Hope Road, Kingston 6, and is Bob Marley's former place of residence. It was home to the Tuff Gong reggae record label which was founded by The Wailers in 1970.

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Chris Blackwell, the founder of Island Records and part of the creative team that introduced Bob Marley to an international audience, purchased Strawberry Hill in 1974. The restaurant opened in 1986 and the hotel in 1994. Strawberry Hill has won the Governor General’s Award for the Use of Wood in Architecture, the Award of Merit as the best Resort/Villa/Hotel and the Governor General’s Most Beautiful Design Award.

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Winning Bidder will book the stay directly with Strawberry Hill reprsentatives.

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Please do be aware that because of the boutique scale of the property that blackout dates will apply: package redeemable from April 20 - October 31 2017. Blackout days include 26-29 May, 1-5 July & 28 August - 4 September. Incidentals including, but not limited to, air/ground transfers, spa treatments, excursions, etc. are not included unless stated. Prize cannot be redeemed for cash.