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Thursday Feb 4, 2010

FEATURED EVENTS

Feb 12 & 13

Nassau Music Society Concerts: PROJECT
from New York

PROJECT comprises Eric Stephenson, violin; Greg Patillo, flute; Peter and Seymour, cello. Introduced to the Society by Christine Gangelhoff this Brooklyn, NY, ensemble has been playing together for four years. Enjoy a fabulous programme of light classical music such as Peter and the Wolf by Prokofiev, Nutcracker by Tchaikovsky, Trifecta by Bach and also lighter selections including their own highly-praised music. Held Fri at 7:30 pm at the Performing Arts Centre, College of the Bahamas, and Sat at 7:30 pm at St Paul's Church Hall, Lyford Cay. $25 for members, $35 for non-members and $10 for students from NMS in the SG Private Banking Bldg on West Bay St (302-5146); from AD Hanna & Co (322-8306) or, in Lyford Cay, from Moir & Co (362-4895), or at the door (if available). See: www.nassaumusicsociety.org or www.whatisproject.org

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Lucayan Tropical Produce Opens Weekend Farmer's Market
at Town Centre Mall

Discover great values on fresh, locally-grown seasonal vegetables, herbs, fruit, and cut flowers from Lucayan Tropical's greenhouse, fields and other local farms. Diversify your home garden with seedlings from LT's nursery and receive advice from expert growers. New Farmer's Market open from 8 am to 4 pm at Town Centre Mall's upper level parking lot. Call 377-0125. Email sales@lucayantropical.com for LT's weekly newsletter. Launching soon: Lucayan lamb, fresh juice, and a daily Farmer's Market.

Feb 6 - Saturday

Horticultural Society of the Bahamas'
Plant Sale At The Retreat

The Horticultural Society of The Bahamas invites the public to come and view an assortment of flowers and plants, including orchids, roses, fruit trees, native trees, and vegetable seedlings, that are also available for purchase, 10am-2pm. Held at The Bahamas National Trust's Retreat, Village Road.

Feb 6 - Saturday

The Carnival at Summit Academy

Summit Academy hosts a carnival in aid of their school bus fund, 12pm-6pm on the school's grounds in the Club Waterloo compound, East bay Street. Enjoy a day of live entertainment, carnival games, face painting, Charlie the Puppet and so much more! Dinners: $10/steak and chicken.

Feb 14 - Sunday

Celebrate St. Valentine's Say At Provence Restaurant

On Valentine's Day, Provence is open for romantic lunches and dinners on the Sandyport canal waterfront. Also, for Easter, Sunday April 4th, book a delicious Easter Brunch at Provence. Meanwhile, the Mediterranean-styled restaurant, tapas and martini bar continues to offer excellent cuisine and top dining values with a host of specials, happy hours and discounts. Located at The Olde Towne Mall, Sandyport. Happy Hour Mon-Sat, 6 - 7pm. Open for lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30 am-3 pm and dinner: Mon-Sat: 6pm - 10pm. Open specially on St. Valentine's Day and Easter Sunday. Tel: 327-0985.

See Provence's flyer with its full list of specials

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EVENTS NEW THIS WEEK

Feb 4 - Thursday

UWI Open House

The University of the West Indies Centre for Hotel and Tourism Managements invites the general public, hotels, government agencies, and private sectors to an open house, 10am-7pm at the UWI House Restaurant at the Tourism Training Centre, Thompson Boulevard. Learn how you can earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Hotel and Tourism Management at an affordable price! Refreshments served. Contact Christine Rollins, E: christine_rollins@hotmail.com or T: 323-5714.

Feb 4 - Thursday

Boarding School Fair

Canadian Association of Independent Schools and Canadian Educational Standards Institute invite all interested parents and students to learn more about their schools at this informative fair, 5pm-8pm in the Victoria Room, British Colonial Hilton Hotel. T: 1-905-684-5658. E: support@cais.ca

Feb 5 - Friday

First Fridays with NPCC

Join the New Providence Community Center for an evening of excitement, with games, movies, discussions and fun for everyone, 6:30pm. Food available at Chive's Cafe. Activities open to all. Dinner: $6/children, $12/adults. T: 327-1660.

Feb 5 - Friday

A Night of Gospel Music

Holy Redeemer - Our Lady of Zion Parishes, Cat Island presents a Night of Gospel Music, 7pm at Loyola Hall, Gladstone Road. Come and hear local church choirs as they sing both traditional and contemporary gospel songs. Donation: $10.

Feb 6 - Saturday

30 Board Chess Simultaneous

The Bahamas Chess Federation hosts Grand Master Dave Norwood in a 30 Board Chess Simultaneous, 11am, and invites the Bahamian chess playing community to participate. Contact Warren Seymour, T: 325-6210 or Kean Smith, E: keansmith@gmail.com

Feb 6 - Saturday

Star Performers Track Classic

Baker Concrete, International Division and GreyCo Limited Track and Field Club invite the public to their 7th annual Star Performers Classic. Come support our athletes in High Level Competition as they take on the US, Jamaica and Barbados, 9am at the Thomas A. Robinson Stadium. Cost: $5/general; $8/V.I.P. Children 12 and under free.

Feb 6 - Saturday

Triple Threat Birthday Celebration

Age of Aquarius presents a birthday celebration for Bookem Dano, Dion da Butcha and Cardo 'Bike Back' at Club Luna. Dress code: smart casual. Cost: $20. All Aquarius half-price.

Feb 6 - Saturday

Bob Marley Day

Marley Resort and Spa celebrates reggae legend, Bob Marley with a night of entertainment, Bob's favourites, and an array of tantalizing island cuisine, 7pm-10pm.

Feb 6 - Mar 20 (Saturdays)

Ceramics Classes at NPCC

Bahamian Ceramicist Imogene Walkine offers ceramics classes for adults that teach basic hand building, glazing techniques and experimental design. Classes run Saturdays 9:30am-12pm at New Providence Community Center. Cost: $365/including materials. Space is limited so register today! T: 327-1660. E: imowalk@gmail.com

Feb 7 - Sunday

Super Bowl Party in Da Backyard

Come and watch the biggest sports game of the year, beginning 4pm on Butler and Sands grounds. Full bar and grill out. Cost: $5.

Feb 7 - Sunday

“Come Bowl With Us” Super Bowl Party

More 94FM hosts the biggest super bowl party ever, 2pm at Mario's Bowling and Entertainment Palace. Watch the big game on 53 flat screen TVs and enjoy other amenities, including bowling, roller skating, billiards and video games.

Feb 13 - Saturday

Love Fest 2010

Enjoy a night of laughter and entertainment at Love Fest 2010, 8:30pm at the Rainforest Theatre, Crystal Palace Casino. Show stars Drew Thomas, Shang, Ripp Michaels, Dexter Angry and Nikki Carr with a mystery celebrity guest headliner. Cost: $30/advanced; $40/at the door.

Feb 13 - Feb 14

St. Valentine's Day Sailing Regattas on Montagu Bay

The 23rd Annual St. Valentine's Day Massacre Regatta on Montagu Bay features, on Saturday, three C-Class native sloop races and then junior sailor's optimist class races from 12 noon to 5 pm. On Sunday, the 'Catch Me If You Can' race features A- and B-Class sloops. A-Class sloops include the re-built Lady Muriel, Tida Wave, Rupert's Legend, New Courageous, Redstripe, Who Dat, Good News and The Southern Cross. Come enjoy all the sailing fun and great Bahamian food! www.bahamassailing.org

Feb 14 - Sunday

Russian Roulette Valentine's Affair

Uptown Lounge hosts a red and white Valentine's Day affair with cash and prize giveaways. Cost: $5/ladies and $10/gents before 11pm.

Feb 14 - Sunday

A Balling Night of Love

Oscar and The Ballers Club present an all white Valentine's night at Fort Charlotte. Music by an array of DJs, including Selecta Ty, DJ Fynes, DJ Flex, Selecta Chronic and Selecta Rydim. Cost: $10/ladies; $15/gents.

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Feb 17 - Saturday

BIFS - Coaching For Higher Performance

Bahamas Institute of Financial Services facilitates a series of lunchtime learning for supervisors, team leaders, training managers and executives, 11:30am-2:30pm at British Colonial Hilton. Participants learn coaching tools and the processes used to develop employees so to build high performance and productivity. Cost: $125/members; $150/non-members. Reserve your spot today! T: 323-0871, 323-0872 or 325-4955. See: www.bifs-bahamas.com

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Feb 21 - Apr 11 (Sundays)

Life's Healing Choices - Healing Seminars

Life Empowerment Church invites all interest persons to join one of their growth groups for an 8 week study that teaches you how to heal from painful relationships, work through forgiveness and understand how to release past hurts. 10am at BCOPU Hall, Farrington Road. Sign up today! T: 432-2974 or 677-9309. E: lifeempowerment@gmail.com

Feb 21 - Mar 7 (Grand Bahama)

2010 National Bowling Championships

Bahamas Bowling Federation presents the National Bowling Championships at Waterworld Bowling Centre under the theme “Cherishing the Past, Building Blocks to the Future, a New Era of Bowling”. Entry deadline: Sun, Feb 14. E: john.fox@bahamasbowlingfederation.com

Feb 27 - Saturday

Queen's College PTA Festival

Queen's College's Parents and Teachers Association hosts a festival 11am-5pm on the school's campus. Festival includes special guest & singing sensation Evangelist Emily, Charlie da Yellow Bahamian, face painting, and lots of games and food. Come enjoy the fun!

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Feb 4 - Thursday

Stand up Comedy at The Movies

Phat Groove Entertainment and Galleria Cinemas present a night of Stand up Comedy, 8pm at Galleria Cinemas, Mall at Marathon. Features Kool Bubba Ice and Pat Brown. Music by DJ Clean Cuts. Tickets: $20 at Galleria Cinemas Box Office. After party at Bennigans. T: 677-4970.

Feb 5 - Friday

TaDa's Concert Party

Bahamian singing sensation TaDa presents a night in concert entitled “Bon Voyage” at Luna Nightclub.

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Feb 5 - Friday

BHumane: “A Night With The Arts” At Fort Charlotte

The Bahamas Humane Society presents a night filled with live performances, art exhibitions, and a silent auction, 6:30pm at Fort Charlotte. Dress code: white and aqua. Tickets: $75/per person until Feb 2; $100 after this date. Available at Bahamas Humane Society, Tommy Hilfiger, Fab Finds Gift Shop and Windermere West. Includes free drinks and food. T: 323-5138.

February 5 - Friday

The Alliance Francaise Movie Night

The Alliance Francaise's French Cine Club presents “DE BATTRE MON COEUR 'S'EST ARRETE”, a  film by Jacques Audiard, starring: Romain Duris, Niels Arestrup, Jonathan Zaccai, Gilles Cohen, and Linh Dan Pham. French version with English subtitles. Donation: $5. Held 6:30 pm sharp at the SG Private Banking Building, #4 West Bay St. Reserve at 302-5141, 9:00 - 12:30. See: www.afbahamas.org.

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Feb 5 - Feb 6

Brass Band Retreat

The Brass Band Ministry, under the auspices of the world famous Bahamas Brass Band, hosts a Band Retreat at the British Colonial Hilton Hotel. Special guest speaker, Bishop Adrian Varlack from Cleveland Tennessee.

Feb 6 - Feb 7

Beach Soccer Tournament and Fun Day

The Bear's Football Club and Nicole's Butterfly Kisses host a beach soccer tournament and family fun day at Goodman's Bay. The tournament consists of boys and girls youth teams playing in 11-and-under to 15-and-under divisions on Sat, Feb 6 and men's and women's divisions on Sun, Feb 7. Food available for purchase. Proceeds in aid of cancer. Come out and enjoy the day!

Feb 6 - Saturday

BSC's 2010 Kendal Basketball Classic

The Baptist Sports Council hosts its 2010 basketball classic at the Baillou Hill Sporting Complex. Teams participate in males and females division for 15-and-under and 19-and-under. Entry fee: $100/per team, per division.

Feb 6 - Saturday

Starlight Tour 2009/2010

Starboy Inc., All Out Entertainment, and Hatty Hatty Promotions presents a musical tour at Bonanza Bar, featuring an array of artists, including Sosa Man, Sammi Star, Jah Troy and so much more! Cost: $10/advanced, $15/door.

Feb 7 - Sunday

Good Ole' Grill Out Tailgate Party

Waterloo Shooters presents a tailgate party to remember, with fierce competition, cash prizes, and giveaways. Reserve your spot today! Call Robin or Charlie, T: 393-7324.

Feb 9 - Feb 12 (Grand Bahama)

Bahamas International Maritime Conference
and Trade Show 2010

Under the theme “The Maritime Sector and the Environment”, this year's International Maritime Conference seeks to unite industry professionals from all sectors of the industry to make them aware of the opportunities available in The Bahamas, and is filled with chances for dialogue, debate and meaningful interaction by all participants. Held at Our Lucaya Beach & Golf Resort, Freeport, Grand Bahamas. Cost: Full Delegate, $400; Booth, $1000. Register at:
www.bahamasinternationalmaritimeconference.com. Contact Anya Symonette,
T: 397-5537, E: anya_symonette@yahoo.com or Cathy Laing,
T: 352-8297, E: cathyklaing@gmail.com

Until Feb 12

“Naked Truth”: Antonius Roberts Exhibition

The Central Bank of the Bahamas Gallery shows new works by Bahamian artist, Antonius Roberts, inspired by the promise of spiritual enlightenment and God's unconditional love. Official opening, Mon Jan 11, 6pm-9pm. See: www.antoniusroberts.com

Feb 11 - Thursday

First Official Hotel Workers Party At Bambu

Discover Atlantis and Water Features invites you to start the year off right with their first official Hotel Workers Party, 9pm at Bambu Nightclub. Cost: $20.

Feb 12 - Feb 13

Club Monica Athletics' 7th Annual Track and Field Classic

Club Monica Athletics holds its annual track and field classic over two days at the Thomas A. Robinson Track and Field Stadium, Oaks Field. This meet helps prepare the country's top junior athletes for the Carifta Games, held across the Caribbean on Easter Weekend. Starts 6pm, Fri Feb 12 and 12pm, Sat Feb 13. Contact Coach Dianna Woodside, E: clubmonicaathletics@yahoo.com. See: www.clubmonicaathletics.com

Feb 13 - Saturday

Day 44 Concert at NAGB

E-Life 242 magazine presents a celebration at The National Art Gallery to make the 44th day of the year nothing like ever before. Appearances by Sammi Star, Julien, CJ Priest and Sketch. Doors open 8:30pm. Show starts 9:30pm. General: $20/single, $35/couples. V.I.P: $50/single, $75/couples.

Feb 13 - Saturday

“Baby It's True” Valentine's Promotion

Celebrate Valentine's Day with the one you love at the Mall at Marathon's Valentine's Promotion, 10am-3pm. Coverage by Radio Remote with Star 106.5 from 10am-2pm.

Every Sunday - January

“Man In the Mirror - Make That Change”

Bahamas Harvest Church presents its brand new message series, every Sunday for the month of January. The series' schedule includes talks on Communion, Character, Communication, Company and Calling. T: 364-6266.

Feb 13 - Saturday

46th Annual Heart Ball

The Heart Ball Committee presents its annual fund-raising event, 7pm at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort. This event generates finances to aid the Sir Victor Sassoon (Bahamas) Heart Foundation in providing assistance for the treatment of heart disease in Bahamian children. The ball includes a presentation of the Golden Heart Award to an individual for their contribution to society. Nominations for award, along with a letter explaining why recommended person should receive award, are to be submitted to The Golden Heart Committee, PO Box N8189, Nassau, The Bahamas. Deadline: Fri Jan 15.

Feb 13 - Saturday

BNT Pig Roast

Bahamas National Trust hosts its annual Cuban pig roast at the Maillis Farm, Adelaide Road. Cost: $150/per person. T: 393-1317. www.bnt.bs

Feb 14 - Sunday

Marathon Bahamas

Join hundreds of local and international runners as they race through the streets of Nassau in support of local charities. The marathon covers 26.2 miles, beginning at Fort Montagu and ending at Arawak Cay, and is organized into three categories: full (26.2 miles), half (13.1 miles) and relay (6 persons per team). Sign up at Arawak Homes or The Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations. See www.marathonbahamas.com

Feb 14 - Sunday

Cedric “The Entertainer” and Friends Comedy Show

The Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort invites all guests to a laughter-filled evening with comedian Cedric “The Entertainer” and his friends J.J. from BET's Comic View and fellow comedian Malik S in the resort's ballroom. Tickets and VIP tables: from $75/per person. T: 327-6000.

Feb 14 - Sunday

Couples Retreat Valentine Getaway Excursion

Silent Breeze Entertainment wants you and your significant other to enjoy a night of love together at Sun Cay Island, with music from legends like Luther Vandross, Percy Sledge, Marvin Gaye and so much more! Tickets: $150/V.I.P., $200/platinum. Cost includes 3-course gourmet meal and roundtrip boat ride. Boat leaves Woodes Rogers Wharf, 6pm and 8pm and departs from Sun Cay Island 9pm and 11pm. (Sun cay Island is the small, beachy island before you get to Athol island).

On-going

Eric Ellis Art Studio Specials

Over 30 original paintings created by Bahamian artist, Eric Ellis are on sale with discounts up to 75% off during the Christmas season clearance sale. Special ends with the sale of the last piece. Persons interested can arrange a private viewing at the studio with Mrs Smith or can view paintings and shop via email. Contact Dionne Benjamin Smith at: 377-0241 or email her at: dionne@smith-benjamin.com

Feb 16 & Feb 26

The Money Game Evening Seminars

Creative Wealth Bahamas brings back its popular Money Game, 7pm-10pm at the British Colonial Hilton Hotel. Learn how to create wealth for you and your family, and define true Financial Freedom. Cost: $49. Register at www.moneygameevenings.eventbrite.com

Feb 19 - Feb 20

Story Tellers Convention

Commonwealth Writers invites all authors, artists and artisans to participate and sell their wares at their 2nd annual Story Tellers Convention at Wyndham Nassau Resort. Contact Vera Chase, E: commonwealthwriters@yahoo.com

Feb 19 - Feb 21 (Eleuthera)

Cape Eleuthera Institute's 2010 Sustainability Conference

Cape Eleuthera Institute presents its second conference of the Sustainablity Series that focuses on basic needs like food, clean water and waste processing. Keynote speaker Christine Todd Whitman confronts development challenges ahead through partnerships and innovative policies. This conference also presents some of the successful models developed at the Cape Eleuthera Institute and The Island School and delivers an action plan to stimulate what is needed to make a green and sustainable Eleuthera attainable. E: conference@ceibahamas.org

Feb 23 - Feb 27

The Sidney Poitier International Conference and Film Festival

The College of the Bahamas invites students, critics, historians, filmmakers, cultural practitioners and artists to participate in this international conference and film festival dedicated to Bahamian-born actor, director, author and diplomat, Sidney Poitier. Cost: $125/students, $250/academics and filmmakers, $50/day-pass. Contact T: 302-4381 or E: poitierconference@gmail.com. See www.poitierconference.synthasite.com

Feb 25 - Thursday

BHS Talk: “Over The Hill” Grants Town

The Bahamas Historical Society invites you to learn more about this famous area of Nassau, given by Sir Orville Turnquest. 6pm. T: 322-4231.

Feb 26 - Friday

Lunch and The Law 2010

The Law Library hosts this year's Lunch and The Law with the topic “Crisis of Confidence: The State of Relations Between the Public and the Bahamian Legal System”, 8:30am-3:30pm at British Colonial Hilton. Event includes a silent auction of local art. Contact Evania Thompson, T: 323-5084 ext. 2247 or E: evaniathompson@cob.edu.bs

Mar 1 - Apr 5

Teen Money Making Mondays

Register your teenager for this exciting program that gives young persons an in-depth look at business ownership. For six consecutive Mondays, 6:30pm-9pm at Planet Play, attendees enjoy a night jam-packed with activities, money lessons, games, competitions and special lectures. Cost: $260/per teen. T: 376-9449. E: info@creativewealthbahamas.com

Until Mar 29

Sheraton's Donate Your Winter Coat and Receive Free Night

Sheraton Nassau Beach Resorts kicks off its 2nd annual Winter Coat Drive in support of One Warm Coat Organization, which provides warm coats to people in need. Guests have the option to leave their winter coat with one of the resort's guest service agents and automatically receive a voucher for one free night on their next visit. Limit of two vouchers per room. Contact T: (877) 782-0419. See www.SheratonNassau.com

Mar 13 - Mar 14

Transforming Spaces' Art Bus Tour 2010

The Transforming Spaces Committee presents their sixth annual art bus tour. This event visits 9 art spaces and allows participants to experience different art forms, meet artists, and purchase pieces. Buses depart 10am daily from The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas. Tickets: $30. Available at The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas, T: 328-5800; Doongalik Studios, T: 394-1886; and Ladder Gallery, T: 327-1660.

Until Mar 30

Sue Bennett-Williams' Pottery Classes

Learn how to hand build and wheel throw, every Tuesday for 12 weeks, 7pm-9:30pm. For beginners, intermediates and advanced persons. Cost: $425/per person and includes tuition, firing charge, glaze fee and a bag of clay. Reserve your spot today! T: 322-1909.

On-going

Max Taylor: Paperwork, 1960 - 1992

The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas displays this historic exhibition of works on paper made by Bahamian artist, Max Taylor, a master printmaker, painter, sculptor and ceramicist. Over 70 pieces for sale. Contact Dionne Benjamin-Smith at T: 377-0241 or E: dionne@smith-benjamin.com

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