Many unique and fun aspects of Barbados’ cultural and heritage scene will be on display at Portvale Sugar Factory, St James on July 2, when the National Cultural Foundation (NCF) officially starts the 2022 Crop Over Festival.The Ceremonial Delivery of the Last Canes which signals the festival’s opening, will commence for the first time at the Rock Hall Freedom Village, St Thomas, before the procession winds its way down to a magically transformed Portvale Factory Yard.The island’s last remaining operational sugar factory is the backdrop for a colourful, enthralling festive fair and launch event, dubbed Sugar Mek It Sweet.One of the many reasons to be at Portvale early is the opportunity for at least 20 patrons to enjoy a free two-hour session of Sip-and-Paint with artist and teacher Pedro Taitt.The art instructor with the Community Development Department will put canvases, easels, paint, and paint brushes in the hands of at least 20 lucky patrons, who will sip their favourite dri