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July 2 - Thursday BAC Meets at National Trust Newly formed Bahamas Arts Collective meet to share upcoming goals and projects relating to art and culture: lobbying, cultural policy, resource sharing, and Carifesta 2010. Starts at 6 pm at the Bahamas National Trust, Village Rd. T: T: 393-1317 or www.bnt.bs | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 2, 3 & 4 and On-Going Kit & Caboodle Summer Fun This summer, Kit & Caboodle offers inexpensive (or free) crafting projects that keep kids busy for an hour or two. July 2 - Paint by Numbers: Bella Sara Unicorn: $7; July 3 - Make an Independence Day card for someone special, choose from American Independence colors, or Bahamian. No Charge; July 4 - Caboodle Buddy Workshop - receive $5 off and make a new buddy: $20. Located Parkgate Rd, off Village Rd. T: 394-5814 or info@mykitandcaboodle.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 2 & 3 Youth Alive Sessions & Concert Youth Alive, a subsidiary of Bahamas Faith Ministries present “The Assignment” with free sessions Thurs (2nd) - Fri (3rd) from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm and night sessions with drama Wed and Thurs at 7:30 pm. Live concert on July 3 with top local Christian artists is $10 or $12 at the door. Ask about Event Package prices. T: 461-6430 or www.youthalive1.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 5 Fashion Week Bahamas Fashion Accessories Expo & Trade Show holds Bahamas Fashion Week and Bahamian Fashion Accessories Expo. This gallery of jewellery, clothing and cosmetics along with networking opportunities assists local, small businesses during tough economic times and allows them to stock up on inventory without going abroad. Featured are local and international models, boutiques, fashion shows, displays, food, music and more. The week opens with a cocktail reception at 5:30 pm on June 27 at Nygard Cay. Booths available. T: 327-3260 or E: Kevin@bahamasfashionweek.com or | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 14 - Tuesday Celebrate French Bastille Day The Alliance Française Bahamas and the French community invite you to celebrate Bastille Day or LA FETE DU 14 JUILLET in the way that the French love best-over a gourmet meal with good French wine! Contribution: $55 members, $65 non-members. Dinner, wine & soft drinks included. Held at Provence Restaurant, Sandyport at 7 pm. Sponsored by SG Hambros, Barton & Guestier Wines (with new wine being introduced by Burns House), Crédit Agricole, and BNP Paribas. Reserve before July 7. Tel: 302-5141, 327-0985, admin@afbahamas.org or www.afbahamas.org | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 17 Performing Arts Summer Camp Educators Justilien, Coleby, Josey & Musgrove from the Performing Arts Department at Government High School conduct a "Magnet Performing Arts Summer Camp 2009." This camp runs 9am -1 pm offering classes in dance, band, choral, hand bells, piano and recorder for children 6 - 14 years. T: 565-2894, 434-2170, 427-0301 or | | ||||||||||||||||||||
Until August 21 Camperdown Summer Camp The Camperdown Riding Club holds its summer camp from 9am - 3pm daily (Mon - Fri, except public holidays). Runs June 22 - Aug 21. Registration is now in progress at the barn office on Mon - Fri, 8 - 11:30 am and 2 - 6pm. Call 324-2065. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 3 - Friday The Alliance Française The Alliance Francaise's French Cine Club presents “Moliere,” a comedy-romance by Laurent Tirard, starring: Romain Duris, Fabrice Luchini, Edouard Baer, Laura Morante and Ludivine Sagnier. French version with English subtitles. Contribution: $5 includes wine & refreshments. Held 6 pm sharp at the SG Hambros Building, West Bay St. Reserve at 302-5141 from 9 am - 12:30 pm. See: www.afbahamas.org or see http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=wO9CAUGbx2g&feature=channel | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 4 BLTA T-Rex Junior Champs The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association holds its annual T-Rex Junior National Championships. Sixty players compete from New Providence. and Grand Bahama. Based on performance a select team will go on to compete in the JITIC Tournament in the Dominican Republic in the 14's and 16's divisions. Held at the National Tennis Center at the QE Sports Centre, Oakes Field. T: 323-3933. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 3 - Friday Reba at Atlantis Country singer, Reba McEntire, performs live in concert at Atlantis' Grand Ballroom on Paradise Island. Tickets $150 for non-guests or $125 for Kerzner hotel guests & Comfort Suites. Call the resort's box office at 363-6601 from 10 am - 6 pm M-F or on day: 10 am -10 pm. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 24 Barracuda Swim Lessons The Barracuda Swim Club offers four weeks of learn to swim classes. There are three different time sessions: 1:30 - 2:10 pm; 2:15 - 2:55pm and 3 - 3:40 pm. Fee is $250 for four weeks or $150 for two weeks. Registration June 20 from 9 am - 11 am at Queen College pool at the campus on Village Rd or see www.barracudaswimming.org | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 3 - 11 Regatta in Abaco The 34th Annual Abaco Regatta is held. The series begins with its first race off Green Turtle Cay on July 4. Races incorporate a mix of Olympic triangular courses and round-the-islands courses. The venue moves to different towns and resorts. The five races are interspersed with awards and lay day parties. In Nassau call the Regatta Unit: Michelle McPhee, Regatta Coordinator, 502-0704 or 502-0668 or Abaco Regatta event coordinator Ruth Saunders (242) 367-3202 or rudiecs@gmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
July 4, 11, 18, 25 Junkanoo Summer Festival Reminiscent of Goombay Summer, Junkanoo Summer Festival returns to Bay St featuring live Bahamian bands, traditional dances including limbo and fire dances, local crafts, literature, Bahamian foods, pineapple eating and onion-peeling contests and more. Held every Sat in July from 12 pm - 10 pm downtown overlooking Nassau Harbour. Organised by The Ministry of Tourism. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 10 - Friday Wet 'n' Mad Beach Party Extreme Entertainment presents “Wet n' Mad” Independence Beach Bash on Arawak Cay hosted by Selecta Jimbo & the 5 Star Generals. Ladies wearing Bahamian colours free before 2 pm. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 3 - 12 Government Independence Celebrations July 3 - National Pride Day from 9 am - 7 pm and the E. Clement Bethel National Arts Festival and Cultural Show in Rawson Sq from 7 - 9 pm; July 4 - Independence Beat Retreat in Rawson Square; July 5 - Ecumenical Church Service at Bahamas Faith Ministries at 3 pm; July 9 - Clifford Park Celebrations with cultural show, inspection, prayers, flag raising and fireworks from 8 pm - 12:30 am and later on July 10 - “The People's Rush” from Rawson Sq to Arawak Cay from 1 - 9 am; Jul 11 - 12, National Fun Walk from various points to Clifford Park at 6 am. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 10 - Thursday Bahamas 36th Independence In 1964, after decades of debate and legal manoeuvering, Great Britain granted the islands of the Bahamas limited self-government. The Bahamas became a British Commonwealth in 1969 ending the colonial role. The Islands became an independent nation on July 10, 1973. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 24 Island Detectives Science Camp The Meridian School at Unicorn Village holds The Island Detectives Science Camp for ages 2 -12. Runs June 22 - July 24. Students spend 5 weeks learning about engineering, aeronautics, physics, space and bio-chemistry while they solve weekly cases using science standards. Weekly science themes are mixed with swimming and sports. Aftercare available 3:15 - 5 pm for $10/day. On July 23, 6:30 pm parents can attend a Science Presentation and Exhibition for $20. Refreshments included. On JFK Drive behind Imperial Mattress. $50 registration and $150 per week $650 for entire 5 weeks. Call: 328-1151 or 2. www.themeridianschool.com info@unicorn-village.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 24 Imogene Walkine Art Camp Artist Imogene Walkine holds a Kids Art Camp offering arts & crafts, ceramics and Junkanoo crafts. For kids ages 9 - 12 years, Mon - Thurs from 9am - 2:30 pm and on Fri from 9 am - 12 pm. Cost is $175 (materials included). Held at the New Providence Community Centre, Blake Rd of West Bay. T: NPCC 327-1660 or Imogene Walkine at 323-7574 or imowalk@gmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 4 - Saturday NAGB Crocheting Lessons Learn to crochet at the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas with instructor Penelope Nottage. Members $7, non-members $10. Reservations required. Held 10 am - 1 pm at the gallery on West and West Hill Sts. T: 328-5800/1 or www.nagb.org.bs | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 11 - Saturday South Eleuthera Mission Heritage & Cultural Fair The Sixth Annual South Eleuthera Mission Heritage & Cultural Fair and Raffle takes place at the Home Home Site off Queens Highway Rock Sound. A leading fundraiser, The Bahamas Defense Force Pop Band performs with a Junkanoo competition. Other entertainment includes bouncing castle, punch board, sail boat exhibition, mixology, best independence hair style, coconut barking, pineapple eating and crab catching competitions. Held noon - until. When fully operational in the fall The Mission will serve as a Library, Reading Room, Resource Centre, Internet café and Museum, providing vocational, personal and professional training for South Eleutherans. The Mission is a non-profit company affiliated with the Antiquities, Monuments and Museums Corporation of the Bahamas. Call (242) 334-2203, (242) 334-2948 or csands@rsp1976.com or yvtaylor@yahoo.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 4, 11, 18, 25 & Aug 1 Walkine Ceramic Classes Instructor Imogene Walkine holds Ceramics Classes for adults every Sat for 5 weeks from 9 am to 11: 30 am. Ten spaces available. Cost $350 includes all materials and firings. Held from 9 - 11:30 am at the New Providence Community Centre, Blake Rd. T: 327-1660 or imowalk@gmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 4 - Saturday Kingdom Trade Show The Kingdom Business Trade Show, hosted by Living Waters Kingdom Ministries International, showcases retailers, health, beauty, attorneys, repair/building specialists, business services and more. Held under the theme, “Koinonia,” which relates to the unity of like minded believers with special performances by local Christian artists and over $5,000 worth of free gifts and prizes. Held at the church grounds on Warren St from 10 am - 5 pm. Call 326-7756 or | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 17 - Friday Deadline for Commonwealth Bank Scholarship Commonwealth Bank provides scholarship awards to attend the College of The Bahamas. Applications from any Commonwealth Bank branch or from COB's Financial Aid & Housing Dept, submitted to the latter at COB, P.O. Box N-4912. See www.combankltd.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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On-Going until August 14 Nassau Nastics Summer Camp Nassau Nastics continue their gymnastics summer classes with other activities for ages 4 -18. Mon - Fri from 9 am - 2 pm. Join for any or all of the eight weeks at $70 a week. Saturday classes too for $60 a month. Located behind the Oakes Field Shopping Centre and in the Seagrapes Shopping Centre off Prince Charles Dr. T: 356-7722, 364-8423 or nassaunastics@yahoo.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 13 - 31 The Place for Art Summer Programme The Place for Art presents Discovering Great Artists and Calligraphy for Children from 9am - 12 pm. (afternoon hours may be added with sufficient interest) Limited to six children. Cost $450. Located Askum House Okra Hill Rd. T: 393-8834 or 557-9979 or E: theplaceforart@yahoo.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 5 - Sunday Heineken & YBE Beach Bash Heineken and Young Black Entrepreneurs hold a beach bash with Stone Love Movement, Selector Battle, Dance Clash, Sound Dlash and Rap/MC Battle with cash and prizes for the winners. Best body competitions and Heinekens sold six for $12 until 5 pm. Held at Arawak Cay Beach. Gate opens 1 pm - 12 am. Admission $10 before 5 pm. See www.kemis.net | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 18 - Saturday BNT FunRun/Walk The Bahamas National Trust in keeping with its 50th Anniversary holds a Fun Run/Walk with “Flamingo” and “Green Turtle” routes followed by healthy refreshments and souse. Starts at 6 am at the Retreat on Village Rd. T: 393-1317 or www.bnt.bs | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 6 - 17 & 20 - 31 COB Kids Computer Camp The College of The Bahamas holds a Kids Computer Camp for ages 8 - 14 years. Features word processing, publishing, web page creation, web research and internet/computer safety. Cost $200. Held 9 am - 1pm or 2 - 6 pm. T: 302-4434 or mford@cob.edu.bs | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 18 - Saturday AIDS Foundation Party The AIDS Foundation holds a Mid Summer s White Evening Party and dine around experience for $150 p/p donation. Held at The Balmoral Club, Sandford Dr. at 7 pm. T: 325-9326/7 or 326-8009. E: aidsfoundationbahamas@yahoo.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 6 - 8 & 11 Treemonisha Opera Treemonsiha - Opera in Three Parts by Scott Joplin, produced by Dr Cleveland Williams, in celebration of the country's 36th anniversary. Proceeds from opening night in aid of The Sir Victor Sassoon (Bahamas) Heart Foundation. Tickets for opening night are $75 and others $35. Proceeds on July 11 are in aid of the National Dance Company of The Bahamas. All performances at 8 pm. The Box Office is now open at The Dundas Centre, Mackey St. T: 393-3728. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 24 - Friday Public Service Essay Competition The Public Service Department holds an essay competition as part of the Tenth Annual Public Service Week, open to junior and seniors in high school. Students should write a 250 - 300 words (juniors) and 450 - 500 (seniors) essay on “The Public Service - Striving for Excellence in Customer Service.” Deadline is July 24. Winner announced at the 10th Annual Public Service Week Awards Ceremony, Oct 10. First prize a Dell Desktop 2400 computer system. Address entries to Ms Antoinette Thompson, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Public Service. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 9 Junkanoo Land Summer Workshop Educulture holds its 10th Annual Junkanoo Land Summer Workshop. The camp runs Mon -Fri from 9 am - 2 pm for three weeks. Cost is $260 for two weeks; $235 for the second child plus a $25 registration fee (includes breakfast and lunch) Educulture is located on Ivern House #31 West St at Delancey St. T: 328-3786 or info@educulturebahamas.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 6 - Aug 21 Humane Society Camp The Bahamas Humane Society holds a summer camp for ages kids ages 7 - 13. Children learn the basics of animal care and treatment, interact with the animals, watch educational videos, participate in question and answer sessions with staff and opt to view surgery. Camp dates are: Aug 4 - 7; Aug 10 - 14; Aug 17 - 21. Held from 9 am - 12 pm at $125 per week or $100 (Aug 4 - 7) at the society in Chippingham. T: 323-5138. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 31 - Friday Albany Scholarship Deadline Albany Development, with partners, accepts applications for its 2009 scholarship programme. Several general scholarships and one environmental scholarship begins fall 2009, ranging from $2,500 - $5,000 per year per student. Awarded to students with academic prowess or financial need, who participate is extracurricular and community activities and display leadership. Must be Bahamians, pursue a technical, associate, Bachelor of Science degree or higher and maintain satisfactory grades. Apply to Selection Committee, Albany Partnership Scholarship Fund, PO Box SP 63158 Nassau, Bahamas. For info: rnewbold@albanybahamas.com or www.albanybahamas.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 6 - 9 Baha Juniors Summer Soccer Camp Baha Juniors holds the third week of the Summer Soccer Camp for kids ages 7 - 13 teaching soccer skills along with games, crafts and wet zone. Held at the Winton Rugby Field. Week 3: July 6 - 9 $120. T: 324-4156 or hilarylockhart@hotmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 6 - 31 Popop Art Camp Popopstudios Centre for the Visual Arts holds a summer art camp including studio activities, relative art history, critical thinking and environmental awareness with Camp Director and local artist, John Cox. Students make an outdoor monument overseen by artist Antonius Roberts for the new Centreville House Project. Held from 9 am - 3 pm, mostly at the studio in Chippingham. Fifteen student limit. Cost $700. T: 322-7834, 424-5859, info@popopstudios.com or www.popopstudios.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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July 6 - July 31 REACH Summer Programme Resources and Education for Autism and Related Challenges along with the Ministry of Eduation hold their free Summer Programme with a variety of activities from academics and music to crafts and life skills. For ages 4 - 21 at the Garvin Tynes Primary School from 9 am - 1 pm. To register call 361-8585, 341-7996 or 557-2554. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
July 8 - 31 Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp The 22nd Annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp for ages 5 -19, starts July 8 over 2 weeks-with talented instructors, guest speakers, college coaches and NBA personalities. Forms at the Bahamas Conference of Seventh Day Adventists, Harold Rd or at Bahamas Academy, Wulff Rd. Register by June 22. Held at the HD Colburn Gym at Bahamas Academy. T: 341-4022, 393-3381. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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