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May 20 - Sunday Concert at Ebenezer Methodist Church Ebenezer Methodist Church holds a free concert, “Sing A Song Of Joy”, at 7pm at the church. It is the first of two annual concerts performed by the Ebenezer Music Department and perfomers include the Sanctuary Choir and Band, members of the Bahamas National Symphony Orchestra, and other guest musicians and singers. This inspiring event opens the celebrations for the church's 210th anniversary. Free admission; an offering will be received. Call 393-2936. See advertisement at right. | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 19 - Saturday Schooner Bay Spring Fest (Abaco) Enjoy a day of music, food, arts and family activities on the harbour front at Schooner Bay from 9am to 5pm. Ride Bahamas Ferries Bo'Hengy II from Nassau to Abaco ($80 for adults). Highlights include: 5K run/walk, Opti and RC laser sailing regattas, fishing tournament (weather permitting), beach volleyball, swim & kayak races, greasy pole, maypole, kite flying, sack races, nature tours, and more. T: (242) 366-2048; E: SchoonerBayAbaco@gmail.com |  | | |||||||||||||||||
May 19 - Saturday UEFA Championship League Finals You can view the championship league finals at The Cricket Club from 12pm - 5pm where English Club Chelsea will play against German's Bayern Munich. You can also view the game at Compass Point where live viewing will begin at 2pm. Compass Point: 327-4500; Cricket Club: 326-4720. | | ||||||||||||||||||
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June 1 & 2 Harbourside Marine Rotary Tuna Classic This fishing tournament is sponsored by Harbourside Marine. Lines must be in at 6am, lines out 7pm. This year weigh stations include Schooner Bay in Abaco, Cape Eleuthera, Spanish Wells and Green Parrot in Nassau. Entry fee is $1,000 per boat. Registration & Captain/Anglers' meetings held at both Green Parrot (PI) and Boat Harbour Marina. Prizes include Yamaha scooters, generator, Shimano and Kristal rods and reels. Proceeds go to Rotary Club of East Nassau's charitable programs. Awards ceremony & raffle held June 9 at Green Parrot East Bay.. T: 376-9858 or 457-2282; see: http://www.bahamasrotaryfishing.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 19 - Saturday (New Date) Cancer Society: 11th Annual Ball Under the theme “Fiesta: A Spirit of Survival”, the 11th Annual Ball will be held at Sheraton Nassau Resort, Cable Beach. Cocktails at 7pm; Dinner at 8pm. Donation - $225. It's a black tie affair. T: 302-4923; see: http://cancersocietybahamas.org | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 26 - Saturday (New Date) Rotary Club of South East Nassau Walk The annual walk and fitness challenge will begin at 6am from the Rotary Park, Western Esplanade to Goodman's Bay roundabout and back. Registration: as a team @ $15 per person. T: 325-5906; E: rotarysen@gmail.com; see: http://www.rcsen.org | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 28 - 30 Ministry of Tourism: Seafood & Wine Festival The 2nd Great Bahamian Seafood & Wine Festival will be held at Fish Fry, Arawak Cay featuring Bahamian seafood, music, entertainment, arts & craft and fun for the family. T: 356-6965; see: http://www.tourismtoday.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
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Now Booking Bahamas Soccer Academy's Spring Training Have your kids coached by a FIFA-certified coach, Christian Villi who also coached Bahamas National Team. Great for boys and girls aged 6 - 12 years, focusing on individual techniques and the fundamentals for. Held in 3 convenient locations on various days. Book now at: T: 436-2211; E: villicri@gmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing Latoya's Loft Jewellery Latoya Bullard of 'Latoya's Loft', a local Bahamian jewelry designer, displays her unique, hand-made jewellery at the Consignment Shop on West Bay & Nassau Sts. Open Mon-Sat 10 am - 6 pm, see rings, necklaces braceletes and broooches - in matching sets or for singular pieces. She can customise things for your own design and look! T: 325-0077. See facebook “Latoyas Loft” or see: | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 17 - Thursday The Cancer Centre Bahamas Prostate Cancer Lecture The Cancer Centre Bahamas holds “Prostate Cancer - Why Should I Be Tested?”, a free lecture on prostate cancer at the Cancer Centre at the Medical Pavillion Bahamas, 72 Collins Ave., from 6pm - 7:30pm. Speakers will be Prof. Arthur Porter and Robin Roberts, MD. Free. RSVP: 502-9610; see: www.thecancercentre.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 17 - 19 AGLOW INT'L: Retreat & Youth Rally The retreat and youth rally will be held at Super Clubs Breezes, Cable Beach at 7:30pm nightly and on May 19 at 9am. Speakers will be Pastor Rosmery Bethel, Apostle Clement Neely and Apostle Clifford Smith III. T: 323-6866. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 17 - Thursday Jonathan Bethel Art Show “Reflections” The latest collection of paintings from Bahamian artist, Jonathan Bethel will be exhibited at The British Colonial Hilton, Victoria Room from 6pm to 10pm. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 17 - 19 Pat Rahming Concert "8 Piece 'a 6 an' 4" A Bahamian musical concert, featuring cultural icon, singer and songwriter Pat Rahming, will be held at the Dundas Center for the Performing Arts beginning with the opening Gala Performance on May 17 at 7pm ($75) and additional performances May 18 & 19 ($30). The concert will also feature guest artist Willis Knowles. Part proceeds in aid of the Boy's Brigade. T: 393-3728. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 17 - Thursday Doctors Hospital Lecture Series This series will present a discussion on “Emergency Care - Keep Your Child Safe” at 6pm in the conference room, Dowdeswell St. T: 302-4600. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 18 - Friday Public Treasury Art Program The opening reception for the Treasury's “Nurturing Brotherhood” program is held at the Public Treasury Building from 6:30pm to 8:30pm and displays work from some of the most talented men in The Bahamas. It marks the beginning of a mentorship program in an effort to unify the young male Bahamian community through the arts. T: 302-0589; E: ptap.bahamas@gmail.com; see: http://www.ptapbahamas.blogspot.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 18 - 19 (NEW DATES) T-Connection Reloaded 2012 Concert Due to the General Election date, the T Connection Reloaded 2012 Concert has been moved to May 18 - 19. This Bahamian funk & disco group and Grammy nominated band, performs at Crystal Palace Ballroom, Nassau Wyndham Resort. Part proceeds to aid the Children's Emergency Hostel. T: 565-9939; E: nelson@paragonconcierge.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 18 & 20 C.O.G.O.P. Jubilee Concert & Appreciation Service The Church of God of Prophecy's National Children's Choir celebrates its 25th anniversary, under the theme “Great is Thy Faithfulness”, with a Jubilee concert at East Street Tabernacle at 7:30pm on May 18 and a choir special church service May 20 at C.O.G.O.P, Englerston at 11am. T: 327-2508; | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 18 - Friday DJ Tank Birthday Bash DJ Tank presents his 25th birthday bash “Party Shots” at Workers House, Harrold Rd. Hosted by: Dj Lil Dwight, Selecta Chronic. Music by: Selecta Jimbo, DJ Flex, Extra Large and more. Admission: Ladies ($10), Gents ($15). Doors open at 9pm. see Facebook: 3-Lite-Entertainment | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 19 - Saturday Da Market: Caribbean Endemic Bird Festival The festival will be hosted by the education department of The Bahamas National Trust from 8am to 1pm. Activities include bird walks, presentations, games for the kids and prizes. New at Da Market will be whole snappers and fillets. T: 393-1317; see: http://www.bnt.bs/Calendar/Da-Market-in-January | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 19 - Saturday Health Talk & Cooking Class Janine Carey and Ellen Key will be conducting healthy cooking classes once a month at New Providence Community Centre, Blake Rd. from 11am to 12:30pm. There will be a health talk followed by a cooking class. You get to eat what you make. Cost: $35 per person. T: 327-1660; E: chivescafe@gmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 19 & 20 Marlin Marine & BASRA 18th Annual Fishing Tournament Marlin Marine in conjunction with BASRA will host the fishing tournament in which all proceeds will aid of BASRA. T: 393-7873; E: py62@hotmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 19 - Saturday Bishop Michael Eldon School: “Art of Warriors” (Freeport) Young artists from the school will showcase fine art and will hold a silent auction themed, "Art of Warriors" at Canal House, Pelican Bay at 7pm. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 19 - Saturday The Burns House Group: Wine, Art & Jazz Festival The festival will be held at Botanical Gardens from 1pm to 9pm which will feature some of The Bahamas' best jazz musicians and special performance by international recording artist Jon Saxx. There will be over 30 plus wines, paintings, photography, jewelry and more. Cost: adults ($20), kids 12 and under ($5). T: 397-1454; | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 19 - Saturday Sky Juice King Entertainment: School Reunion Represent your school in full and remember the sweet ole days at Charlie's Club where it will be RM Bailey Pacers vs. CR Walker Knights. Special appearance by: dancehall queen Mika Diamond. Music by: DJ Payne, DJ Fatal, Fire Reds and more. T: 601-4568; see: Facebook's 3-Lite-Entertainment. | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 19 - Saturday Mt. Horeb Baptist Church: Consumer Seminar The church will hold a seminar for consumers who find themselves financially challenged on a pay day. The seminar will be held at the church in Sandyport from 5 to 7pm. T: 359-3653; | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 19 - Saturday Rotary Club of Nassau: Bike/Run/Walk Biathlon The 25 mile bike & 5 mile run/walk race starts and ends at Arawak Cay (opp. Cricket Club). Registration at the Cricket Club May 18 from 6 to 8pm. Race starts at 6am. All proceeds will benefit Rotary charities. T: 325-5906; E: info@rotarynassau.com; see: http://www.rotarynassau.com/biathlon.html | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 19 - 24 Anglican Church Women: 40th Annual Conference Under the theme “Restoration through God's Love and Good Stewardship” the conference officially begins with a thanksgiving service on Sunday at Christ Church Cathedral and will continue, from May 21 - 23, with business sessions and presentations at the Activity Center of All Saints' Parish, South Beach. It will end with a day trip to Harbour Island. T: 322-3015. | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 20 - Sunday Yodephy Dance Academy: A Modeling Extravaganza Yodephy Dance Academy holds a modeling extravaganza at The Rainforest, Cable Beach at 3pm under the theme “Rocks the Nations!” Tickets available at the academy, top of the hill Mackey St. Adults ($25), Children ($15). T: 394-6209; E: yodephy@mac.com; see: http://www.yodephy.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 20 - Sunday Lupus Bahamas 242: Purple Hat Tea Party Lupus Bahamas holds a tea party affair which includes a fashion show to aid Lupus Bahamas 242. The event will be held at St. Matthew's Parish Hall at 3:30pm. See Facebook and search for Lupus-Bahamas-242-Information-Support | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 20 - Sunday Glam Star Productions: Rockstar Fantasy Beach Splash All-inclusive, exclusive private beach event will be held at Fantasy Beach Island. Tickets include open bar, food, entertainment & transportation to a private beach. Boat leaves at 12pm. Call: 423-6672. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 20 - Sunday COB's Concert Choir: A Concert for Spring The concert will be held at COB's Performing Arts Centre at 8pm with special guest artists: Abigail Wallace (Violinist) and Simone Davies (Dancer). Tickets are $20. T: 302-4484; E: kevinashley_k9@hotmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 22 - Tuesday International Trade & Financing Global Seminar The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation will hold an educational seminar at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Hotel. Cost is $85 which includes refreshments, lunch and materials. T: 322-2145; E: lswain@thebahamaschamber.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 22 & 23 Chamber's International Trade & Financing Seminar The US Embassy has co-sponsored the seminars to be hosted by The Chamber. The seminar will be held at Sheraton Resort, Cable Beach beginning at 8am. The featured speaker will be John Dinkelman. The seminar will also be held at the Pelican Bay Resort, Freeport on May 24 & 25. T: 322-2145; | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 24 - Thursday NAGB: 'Amos Ferguson Reception & Exhibition The National Art Gallery will hold an opening reception of 'Amos Ferguson - Bahamian Outsider' from 6:30pm to 8:30pm; a retrospective of the career of Amos Ferguson and an exploration into the 'Outsider Art Movement' in The Bahamas. T: 328-5800. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 23 - 24 Praise & Worship Conference The Parish of Christ the King in collaboration with Holy Cross Parish will hold a two day Worship Conference Christ the King Church, Ridgeland Park, West at 7pm under the theme “Praise, A Desire You Need". Speaker will be the Rev. Fr. Ethan Ferguson. T: 328-0435. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 23 - 25 St Andrew's School: Year 6 PYP Exhibition Under the trans-disciplinary theme "How the World Works", the exhibition will be held in the School's library on Wednesday at 6.30pm (by invitation) and is open to the public on Thursday from 9am - 2pm and on Friday from 9am - 12pm. The displays showcase the students' explorations in technology in reference to health, astronomy, business and security. T: 677-7813; E: sandrews@st-andrews.com; see: http://www.standrewsbahamas.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
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May 24 - Thursday Bahamas Historical Society: Luncheon/Fashion Show The event will be held at The Nassau Yacht Club at 12:30pm. It is an enjoyable fun day where members and friends get together to have excellent food, good gossip plus excitement of winning door or raffle prizes. Donation is $60. All proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the museum. T: 322-4231; E: info@bahamashistoricalsociety.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 25 - Friday Jubilee Dance Studios: GLITZ - A Broadway Production Show numbers from Chicago, Burlesque, Lion King, Cats, Rent, Grease, In the Heights, Sweet Charity, Fosse, A Chorus Line and many more at the Rainforest Theatre, Wyndham Cable Beach at 7:30pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Cost: $20. T: 424-0755 or 324-7923. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 25 - 26 Evangelistic Temple: Youth Workers Training This event will be hosted by The Sound Youth Ministry at the church from 9:30am to 4pm with a Praise Fest on Saturday night at 7pm. Topics include: Myths on Teen Sexuality, Bible study, Doing Ministry Cheap and Well amongst other topics. Registration is required. Admission is free! T: 322-8304; | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 25 - Friday Steve Koven: An Evening (Freeport) Jazz pianist, Steve Koven of The Steve Koven Trio will perform at the Canal House, Pelican Bay Hotel at 8pm to support the Grand Bahama Performing Arts Society. Koven will also be joined on stage by local musicians, Ozzie Hall, Patrick Russell and Clarence Green. T: (242) 373-2887 or (242) 727-9198. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 25 - 26 Art Experience (Bimini) Locally made authentic Bahamian products, live music performances, Junkanoo and native foods will be at the Art and Island/Seafood Fest in Alice Town. T: (242) 347-3529. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 25 & 26 COB Performing Arts Centre: “Judgement in Paradise” A live stage play will be held at COB's Performing Arts Centre at 7:30pm. The story tells of a family's experience leading up to the Mayan predicted end of The Bahamas on December 21, 2012. T: (242) 522-6820 E: awildgoose@gmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 25 - 27 Michael Douglas & Friends: Celebrity Golf Tournament Michael Douglas will team up with Morgan Freeman who will co-host the weekend which will benefit his charity “Planit Now!” The course will start with the $1,000,000 Hole-In-One contest on hole 12. The event will also feature a Kenny Chesney concert at Atlantis Resort. http://www.atlantis.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 26 - Saturday Lucaya Int'l School Fishing Fling Tournament Lucaya International School holds its 2nd Annual Fishing Fling Tournament, a fund raiser at the Grand Bahama Sailing Club. After party has a cash bar, dinner and dancing with a DJ. Price: $40 in advance; $50 at the door. Fishing begins at 6am, weigh-in starts at 6:30pm. T: (242) 727-6395; see: http://www.lispta.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 26 - 28 Best of C Class Regatta At Fort Montagu Black Point Entertainment Committee holds the Best of the Best C- Class Regatta from 1pm to 10pm. Beer drinking, conch cracking and hoopla contests, bouncing castle, and climbing greasy pole. Live music with Nassau's popular rake 'n scrape bands. T: 552-6741; 422-3101; E: slowmotionent1@gmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 26 - Saturday Game Galaxy Entertainment: Video Game Tournament Gamers can win $500 in cash you can enter this tournament which will be held at Game Galaxy Ent., RND West Plaza from 10am - until. Entry fee $30. Prizes include: iPods, iPads, cell phones, GGE game pass and more! T: 601-7777. | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 27 - Sunday Bijoux Bahamian Hair Battle & Showcase 2012 The event will showcase the best talent in hairstylists, nail techs, make-up artists and barbers with six battles live on stage at the Rainforest Theatre, Crystal Palace from 5pm to 12am for $10,000 in cash and prizes. See: Facebook: Bahamian-Hair-Battle | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 27 - Sunday BAAA Luncheon The association will hold a luncheon in honour of presidents and original members of the BAAA at 2pm at the new Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium. This event is part of the association's 60th anniversary celebrations. T: 325-4433; E: bahamastrack@hotmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 28 - Monday Mason's Bay Red Cross Fair (Acklins & Crooked Island) This Whit Monday celebration will be when all communities gather for a family fun day of games, rides and live music. Local food and drinks will be on sale to support the Red Cross. T: (242) 344-3522; see: http://www.tourismtoday.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 28 - Monday Extreme Entertainment: Wet 'N Mad Nassau's #1 adult beach party will be held at Copacabana aka The Sandtrap with special guest appearance. Free until 3pm. Gates open 12noon. T: 423-7517; E: wetnmadbeachbash@gmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 31 - June 2 45th Annual Long Island Regatta & Homecoming The 2nd largest regatta in The Bahamas takes place over the Labour Day holiday weekend. Sailors throughout The Bahamas compete for trophies and cash prizes. The event is a time of celebration and family reunions with many Long Islanders returning home to visit relatives and friends and enjoy the races and native dishes. T: (242) 338-8668; see: http://www.tourismtoday.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
May 31 - Thursday (Deadline) Call for Works for Pop Art in the Caribbean This is a call for works for an artist collaborative show entitled "POP!" in October. The show's theme will showcase Pop Art in the Caribbean. To apply, email 2-5 images of your work, an artist's statement, and a proposal at: bajanrose27@hotmail.com or projectspace.arts@gmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 1 - 3 Rake & Scrape Festival (Cat Island) The festival will showcase rhythmic vibes of Rake & Scrape music performed by local artists and will feature a gospel concert, battle of the rake and scrape bands, quadrille dancing and a kids' corner. On sale will be, locally made crafts and Cat Island cuisine. Part proceeds will go towards a scholarship to a deserving Cat Island high school graduate attending COB. T: (242) 354-4085. | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 1 - 3 242Party: South Andros Homecoming Cultural activities including rake-n-scrape music, an old-timer fashion show, and more will unite the community. The highlight is a boat race at Kemps Bay. T: (242) 369-1688. | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 1 - 5 24th Annual Pineapple Fest (Eleuthera) The event has assembled the best Bahamian entertainers which include KB and T'Rez Hepburn, Performances also by The RBDF Dance Band, the Brilanders and the Extremers. Festival activities include: pineapple eating & cooking contests, a triathlon and bicycle race, plaiting of the pineapple pole, and the Little Miss Pineapple Pageant. T: (242) 551-9963; see: http://www.tourismtoday.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 2 - Saturday Creative Wealth Bahamas: Kids & Money Workshop Hosted by Keshelle Kerr, the workshop will teach your children to be financially successful in life. This is the 1st annual financial literacy conference geared toward parents, teachers and youth leaders held at the British Colonial Hilton from 1pm to 4pm. T: 676-3626 | | ||||||||||||||||||
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June 3 - Sunday Anniversary Gospel Concert Under the theme "We Exalt Thee" join the Christ the King Contemporary Gospel Chorale as they celebrate one year in concert at 7pm. Special musical guest Shaback, COGOP Youth Praise Team, Min. Eunice Rolle & The Christian Tabernacle Praise Team, Christ the King Dance Ministry. Concert host will be Psalmist Shenecia Williams. Admission is free. | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 5 - 9 Billfish Championship (Abaco) The Abaco Beach Resort & Boat Harbour Marina will host the championship where anglers will compete for the biggest catch giving them a chance to win valuable prizes and major cash rewards. T: (242) 367-2158; see: http://www.abacobeachresort.com/meetings-and-events.html | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 8 - Friday BIFF: Golf Invitational at Albany To register your team for the 2nd annual BIFF Golf Invitational, complete and return the form with a cheque for $750 payable to the BIFF. Prizes include: airline tickets, resort vacations, Dermalogica skin care products, scuba lessons, Bahama Hand Print certificates and more! T: 356-5939; E: leslie@bintlfilmfest.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 7 - Thursday Bahamas Historical Society: Historical Talk Sybil Allen will give an engaging account of “Charmed By Southern Whispers” (Life on Inagua) at 6pm at The Bahamas Historical Society. The author will have books for sale and will personally sign copies. T: 322-4231; E: info@bahamashistoricalsociety.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 7 - 10 All Andros Crab Fest (Andros) The famous annual mega event for Andros features top Bahamian bands and artists, rake-n-scrape, the releasing of the crabs, a crab culinary contest, 'Crabs of Andros' life cycle display, a large display of local crafts and jewelry and food at Queen's Park in Fresh Creek. Adults ($10), kids ($5). T: 368-2286; see Facebook All-Andros-Crab-Fest | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 8 - 13 Homecoming Festival (Palmetto Point) This is a week celebrating the culture and heritage of Palmetto Point. There will be live band performances, fashion and cultural shows, art competition and games. T: (242) 332-2428. | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 10 - Sunday (New Date) Nassau Historical Museum: Ensemble Spring Concert This event has been changed from May 6 which will be held at the Bahamas Historical Museum. T: 322-4231; E: info@bahamashistoricalsociety.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 9 - Saturday NPCC: Fun Day & Jerk Out The fun day & jerk out will be held at New Providence Community Centre, Blake Rd. from 12pm - 6pm. Enjoy foods such as: jerk chicken, jerk pork, hot dogs, hamburgers, pop corn, snow cones and cotton candy. Activities include: arts & crafts, merry-go-round, horseback riding, petting zoo, dunking booth, bouncing castle and more! T: 327-1660 | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 10 - 15 29th Annual Billfish Tournament (Treasure Cay) Entry fee is $2,950 which includes boat entry, 4 dinners & 4 cocktail parties for up to 6 team members, team goody bag with t-shirts & hats and room discounts. Portion of fee will be donated to Treasure Cay Primary School. $10,000 guaranteed prize! Sabine Kirchner: 954-525-7711 Toll Free: 800-327-1584. Email: info@treasurecay.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 15 - Friday (Deadline) Japanese Government Scholarship Offer The Min. of Education, Culture, Sports, Science & Technology of Japan offers scholarships to Bahamians who wish to study at Japanese universities as research students for the 2013 academic year. E: eoj15@cwjamaica.com; For details, see: http://www.jamaica.emb-japan.go.jp/ | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 15 - 16 Green Turtle Club: Lionfish Derby (Abaco) The event will be held on the Abaco side of the coast in the Sea of Abaco. The objective is to raise awareness and help control local lionfish populations by holding competitions to capture lionfish and put them on the menu. T: (242) 365-4271; E: info@greenturtleclub.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 16 - Saturday C. I. Gibson High School Reunion The school will hold their 3rd annual reunion at Charlie's Club from 10pm - 4am. Music by: DJ Defender, DJ Pressure and others. Everyone wearing the school uniform gets in for $5. Ladies: $10 w/o uniform and men $15 w/o uniform. | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 29 & 30 Food Fight at Mall At Marathon The competition held by Island Flare will be held at the Mall at Marathon, from 11am - 2pm, where four highest scoring 12th grade students will advance to the finals. Finalists will compete in a battle where they will prepare a 4 portion entree. They will have limited time to create a signature dish with the use of a mystery ingredient for a shot at the championship belt, scholarships and prizes. T: 565-1509. | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 16 - Saturday Generations Junior Angler: Fishing Tournament This is a fun day of taking kids fishing which will be held at Harbourside Marine from 10am to 3pm for ages 13 - 17 and 12 and under. Entry fee is $50 per boat in which all proceeds will benefit The Ranfurly Home for Children. The event is an opportunity to expose the youths to the ocean resources of The Bahamas and an opportunity to support the local community. T: 394-8360; See: www.BahamasSportFishingNetwork.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 30 - Saturday Deadline) Historical Society Call for Papers The editorial board of the Journal of The Bahamas Historical Society is sending out a call for papers for the 2012 journal. The subject should be a historical topic on The Bahamas bringing to light new information. Short communications, book reviews, and profiles of Bahamian personalities are also welcome. T: 322-4231; Submit to: jalawlor@coralwave.com or a hard copy to Jim & Anne Lawlor, Box N-1715. | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 25 - July 6 Bahamas All-Star Soccer Camp The camp is for both boys and girls, ages 7 - 17, who want to learn and improve their soccer skills. Fun games and soccer basics will be combined to help players learn and improve the fundamentals of the sport. The camp will be held at Temple Christian School from 9am to 1pm. T: 376-1415 or 434-0406; E: bahamasallstarfootball@gmail.com; see: http://www.facebook.com/BASFA | | ||||||||||||||||||
June 25 - Aug 3 Bahamas Humane Society Summer Camp The Humane Society will hold a summer camp from 9am to 12pm for kids ages 6 - 12. The kids will learn basic animal care and humane treatment. Other activities include: reading educational books, watching educational DVD's, working on fun worksheets and interacting with the adoption animals. Fee: $125 weekly. T: 323-5138; see: http://www.facebook.com/be.humane | | ||||||||||||||||||
July 13 - Friday (Deadline) FAMGUARD Calendar Photo Contest The contest is open to all photographers. The theme for the 2012 calendar will be “Celebration of Nature”. Photos may be of any subject (animate or inanimate), scene or historical structure that features nature as found in The Bahamas. T: 396-4000; E: info@famguardbahamas.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
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Tuesdays (Ongoing) Charlie's Club: Crazy Tuesdays Tuesdays just got crazier at Charlie's Club karaoke night featuring Demetrius “the karaoke king”. Enjoy 4 for $10 Heineken specials and $3 mix drink specials. T: 322-3041; see Facebook 3-Lite-Entertainment | | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesdays (Ongoing) The Golden Club: "The Jam Session" Enjoy a night of live music where musicians and singers collaborate. It is also an open mic/stage night for gifted professionals from 9pm-12am on West Bay St. opp. "La Rose Boutique". E: thejamsession@hotmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesdays (Ongoing) Antonius Roberts Studio and Gallery You can stop in for complimentary Dunkin Donuts coffee, art, special guests and activities from 10am to 11:30am at the gallery, Hillside House, Cumberland St. Public welcomed. T: 322-7678; | | ||||||||||||||||||
Thursdays (Ongoing) Poetic Breeze: Open Mic Night There will be open mic night at Coco Mo's Restaurant & Lounge, #109 Collins Ave., from 8pm to 10pm. Singers, musicians, poets and other talents are welcomed to perform. T: 326-1983. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing Daily Tour at Leon Levy Native Plant Reserve (Eleuthera) Visitors can explore Eleuthera's first national park which protects 25 acres of coppice and mangrove forest, with the goal of conserving indigenous species and researching Bahamian bush medicine. The preserve features a Welcome Centre and Gift Shop and an open-air Education Pavilion. T: (242) 332-3831; See the calendar on http://www.tourismtoday.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
ONGOING Farmer's Market Catch Saturday Farmer's Markets at Blake Road from 8am to 12noon or Village Road from 9am to 1pm (except on weekends when there is a market at Bahamas National Trust). Subscribe to info@lucayantropical.com for weekly market updates. T: 377-0125. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing New Book Release By Dr. Nicolette Bethel Author, poet, professor, anthropologist and and former Bahamas Director General of Culture, Dr. Nicolette Bethel has recently published a new book of Poetry entitled "Lent/Elegies". E-book copies can be downloaded for free or a book purchased from www.lulu.com. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing NAGB Announces New Hours & Free Gallery Day The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas (NAGB) is now open every Sunday from 12 noon to 4pm, and Tues-Fri 10 am to 4pm. Closed on Mon and public holidays. Every third Sunday of the month is free entry. T: 328-5800. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing Volunteer Bahamas Programme The Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture's Volunteer Bahamas Programme seeks qualified mentors, trainers and social organisations including churches to come forward, propose and execute volunteer programs for our nation's people. T: 502-0601. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing - Saturdays Doongalik Farmers' Market Doongalik's Farmers' Market is held on Doongalik's Studios & Art Gallery porch on Village Road on Sat from 9 am to 1 pm. The new Craft Cottage opens March 17. T: 394-1866. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing - Saturdays & Sundays Authentically Bahamian Craft Festival Promotes hand-made products by local craftsmen and artisans on the sidewalks near Scotiabank downtown Nassau. Contact Ministry of Tourism's Cleveland Williams T: 356-6941. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing Humane Society's BAARK Dog Walk The BAARK Sunday dog walking program is held on Sundays at 3:30 to 4:30 pm at the Bahamas Humane Society. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing - Thursdays Havana Nights Salsa Social Evenings Bahamas Salsa Social Network holds salsa dancing social evenings at Via Caffe on corner of Parliament St & Woodes Rodgers Wharf, downtown. 8:30 - 11 pm. T: 376-2776. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing 2012 TYBMS Search For Artist of the Year 2012 The Young Bahamian Music Society holds its search for Artist of the Year 2012. Free registration & auditions. Held at The Studio, West Bay St, Compass Point T: 327-9104 or 556-6122. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing - Tuesdays Jazz at the Hilton Every Tuesday and Thursday, the British Colonial Hilton welcomes Vice Versa, featuring Jazz Vocalist Naomi Taylor. T: 322-3301. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing John Beadle Exhibition In a rich art career that spans 20 years, John Beadle holds his first solo exhibition “Nature's Lines”, at Central Bank of The Bahamas Art Gallery on Frederick Street, Nassau from 6 pm to 9 pm. E: john.beadle@rogers.com | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing - Wednesdays & Sundays Young Cyclists Clinics The New Providence Cycling Association (NPCA) holds clinics for young cyclists on Wed 6 pm and Sun at 4 pm. T: 557-8491. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing - Saturdays Salsa Classes At Harbourfront Lounge The Harbourfront Lounge at Green Parrot holds 'Spanish Fridays' every Saturday night with Salsa classes. Open from 5pm - 12am. T: 322-6900 or 328-8382. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing Teaching Service For Kids With Disabilities Teach Me How Learning Centre specialises in teaching children with developmental, autistic or learning difficulties. Three qualified teachers teach children who need to learn about life and to become independent. Topics include: cooking skills, fine and gross motor skills, independence skills such as money counting, and household maintenance skills. The service can be home-based. Tutoring one-on-one at home: $30 per session; Life Skills Training or Academic Assistance: $45 per session. Call: Jenniel Hamilton 341-3437 or 448-8161. Or call: Monique Munroe or Kimberley Dorsette at 525-6529 or 425-6705. | | ||||||||||||||||||
Ongoing - Last Fridays People-to-People Tea Party (until November) Attend a tea party at the historic Government House from 4 - 5pm on the last Friday of each month. Hosted by the wife of The Governor General. Enjoy local bush teas, live music, a fashion show by local designers and sample locally made sandwiches and pastries. Admission is free. T: 356-0437; E: bbastian@bahamas.com | |||||||||||||||||||
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