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Until April 28 Parotti Sisters Art Exhibition Presented by Popop Studios and the Centre for the Visual Arts. Held under the theme “L I M I T.” Opening Reception held April 11 at Popop Studios Centre for the Visual Arts, Dunmore Avenue, Chippingham. Held 6:30 - 9:30 pm. T: 322-7834 or E: info@popopstudios.com | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Until April 30 Celebrities On Stage Returning on April 11, the masters of celebrity illusions, Anthony and Eddie Edwards, amaze and amuse with precision impersonations of high-profile celebrities such as Elton John, Bette Midler, Cher, Barbra Streisand, Neil Diamond, Tom Jones, Billy Joel and Rod Stewart. Cocktails 8 pm, showtime 9 pm. Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat at Crystal Palace Casino's Rainforest Theatre, Wyndham Resort. Call: 327-6200 ext 6758. http://crystalpalacevacations.com/crystal/cos.php | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Until - June 14 Kids Photo Fun Workshops Presented by Sine.Qua.Non Gallery. Workshops focus on the basics of photography and camera mechanics. For kids ages 9 - 14. Held Saturday's 12 to 4 pm. Adm: Nine sessions for $540. Includes all supplies and equipment, lunch and an exhibition. Proceeds to fund summer art programs and workshops at the gallery. T: Nadia at 328-8762 or 361-7796. Visit: www.sinequanongallery.com | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 24 - 28 National Family Island Regatta in Exuma One of the biggest sloop regattas of the year. Features some 40 sloops contesting honors in three classes on Elizabeth Harbour, Georgetown Exuma. Watch the action while enjoying food and drinks. Contact Ministry of E, Y, S & C. Regatta Desk: Gilbert Kemp. T: 502-0704. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Until April 30 Dr. Meyer Rassin Foundation Scholarships Applications are being accepted for scholarships and financial assistance for students pursuing healthcare careers. Deadline for application forms and all supporting documentation is April 30. Forms from: www.doctorshosp.com | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
April 25 - Friday CANTO Essay Competition Deadline Presented by Canto World Telecommunications. Essay theme "Connecting People with Disabilities: ICT Opportunities for All", for students aged 15-17. Submit by April 25. T: Tricia Balthazar 1-868-622-3770; E: tbaltjazar@canto.org or visit www.canto.org for rules and information. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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May 3 - Saturday Bahamas Concert Orchestra & Chorus Concert Held under the directorship of JoAnne Connaughto. Experience the Vivaldi Double Violin Concerto with two international soloists, and highlights from the Vivaldi Gloria, RV 589 featuring the Bahamas Concert Orchestra Chorus. Also features Peter vs the Wolf, by Justin Locke, a courtroom comedy for orchestra and five actors including James Catlyn and Dion Johnson and is based on the characters, events and music of the symphonic fairy tale 'Peter and the Wolf' by Prokofiev. Violinists from the Academy of Jardin des Violins will join the orchestra for this concert, as part of a cultural exchange programme. Begins 7:30 pm at Atlantis Theatre, Coral Towers. Adm: $75. Tickets at Custom Computers, or HG Christie. Tel: 327-7668 or 466-8094. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
April 25 - Friday Administrative Professionals Seminar Presented by the International Association of Administrative Professionals. Held under the theme: 'Promoting Professionalism through Empowerment.' Presenters include Dr. Sharon Thompson, Ms. Janyne Hodder, Ms. Stacia Williams, Mrs. Marissa Mason-Smith and Mr. Monte Hanna. Topics include Maintaining Healthy Life Balance While Developing Your Career, Total Image Management Poised for Professional Empowerment and Communicating with Diplomacy, Discretion and Influence. Held 8:30 am - 4 pm at Wyndham Nassau Resort, Cable Beach. Adm: $160 chapter members, $220 non-members - includes seminar materials, continental breakfast, lunch, CPS/CAP Certification Points, Convention bags and certificate of attendance. T: Yvette Johnson at 397-3007 or email iaapbachapter@yahoo.com | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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May 9 & 10 Basketball Jamboree The Major Pain Mini-Basketball Jamboree hosted by local boxing star Meacher "Major Pain" Major and Coach Eddie Burrows. Theme "Let's Come Together As One." Teams competing for $300 and $500 cash prizes. Held at Sala Park, off Kemp Road. T: 552-2937, 394-6698 or 477-1042. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 25 - Friday Teen Production: 'Das a Vibe' Presented by up and coming filmmaker and president of C2it Productions, Moya Thompson. Teen-targeted play highlights the possible consequences of drug dealing, gang-banging and sex and their effects on individuals' lives. Held at The National Center for the Performing Arts, Shirley St. First show held 10:30 am - 12 pm. 2nd showing at 12:30 - 2 pm. T: 535-4522 or MySpace.com/bahamasfilmgirl | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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May 10 - Saturday Women's Trade Show: "Woman 2 Woman 2008" Presented by The Town Centre Mall. Trade show includes over 30 booths with products and services just for women. Live entertainment, supervised kids corner, free health screening, live taping of "To the Heart of the Matter", mother daughter look-a-like contest and lots of prizes. Noon - 6 pm. T: 322-8826 or email info@cartermktg.com | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 25 - May 2 Art Exhibition: Eternal Beauty Hosted by Doongalik Studios. Features work by Tesha Fritz of Elements Enterprises. Held 6 - 9 pm at Doongalik Studios, Marina Village. Shows until May 2. T: 363.1313. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 26 - Saturday Beatles Tribute Concert Presented by The N.A.O.S. Theme: "Yesterday: A Tribute To The Beatles." Begins 7 pm at The Nassau Yacht Club, East Bay St. Adm: $40 Adults, $20 Kids (12 and under), dinner included. Cash bar available. T: 393-5366. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 26 - Saturday St. Anne's Fair Presented by the St. Anne's school Parent Teacher Association. Features food, games and a dance. Held 7 am - 11 pm at St. Anne's School, Fox Hill. 324.1203 or 1481. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 26 - Saturday Swim Invitational Presented by The Sea Waves Aquatic Club. The first annual invitational includes participants from Special Olympics and offers youngsters the opportunity to win a scholarship to swim camp this summer. Begins at 9 am at the Betty Kelly Kenning National Swim Centre. Adm: $3. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 26 - Saturday Track Road Theatre Spring Soirée Features a night of Art & Performance as part of its annual donor drive. Support the energetic non-profit organization and help in the cause of "Building a People." Features art by Bernard Petit, Matthew Wildgoose and Carla Campbell, a film by Jackson Petit and others, songs featuring the voices of Leah Eneas and Renee Ceasar and poetry by Michael Pintard and others. Held 7 - 11 pm at The Hub, Bay St. Adm: $30. T: 393-0086. www.trackroadtheatre.org/foundation | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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May 17 - Saturday Primary School Student of the Year Awards Presented by the Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Foundation and the Executive Board of the Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council. The 12th Annual Awards Program features 100 nominated students from schools in Abaco, Acklins, Andros, Berry Island, Bimini, Cat Island, Eleuthera, Exuma, Grand Bahama, Inagua, Long Island, New Providence and San Salvador. Winner and finalists share more than $80,000 in scholarships and prizes. Free admission. Begins 6 pm at Bahamas Faith Ministries International, Carmichael Rd. Tel: 364-4889 or email info@bahamaspstoy.org | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 27 - Sunday Drake Records presents two events: 'Reunion' Gospel Impressions and Charles Drake & CMA Ensemble with music from their recent album 'Bak n Da Ole Dayz'. Appearances by Kevan McKenzie and Minister Nicole Watson & Prophetic Praise. Adm: $20 or $25 at the door. At 7:30 pm, Church of God, Joe Farrington Rd. Tickets at: 100% Bible Bookstores, (Marathon & Madeira). T: 324-7822. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 27 - Sunday Bridal Extravaganza Presented by Yodephy Dance & Modelling Academy and Matters of the Heart. Hosted by Kirk Johnson. Features Nassau's elite wedding vendors, a fashion show and sample products. Also features $20,000 in prizes. Held 1 - 6 pm at SuperClubs Breezes. Adm: $20. T: 327-5356 ext 6353. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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May 17 & 18 14th Annual Marlin Marine Fishing Tournament Hosted by Marlin Marine along with B.A.S.R.A. One form per angler. Registration fees: Senior Angler $150.00, Junior Anglers $75.00. Tournament held May 17 from 4:30 - 6 pm and May 18 from 3:30 - 5 pm. Cocktails served at Royal Nassau Sailing Club's snack bar deck on May 18. Awards presentation and banquet held May 22 at 7:30 pm at Nassau Yacht Club, East Bay St. All proceeds go to B.A.S.R.A. T: 393-7873. E: Loran Pyfrom py62@hotmail.com or www.marlin-marine.com | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 28 - Monday Gospel Musicians Auditions Open to singers, dancers and musicians. Contact United Soundz Ministries and V-Mac Productions to set up an audition. T: 341-5417 or 455-4120 or 341-3473 or email vmacproductions@gmail.com | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Until June 30 Book Drive Help for Children, a non profit organization, is accepting all books for all ages, to be distributed to local community libraries. Children's books are used for literacy programs in summer months and for schools in the Family Islands. Locations for drop offs: Cable Beach Pharmacy, next to Super Value; Asa H. Pritchard on Robinson Rd and Rubins at Harbour Bay. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Until April 28 Petit Brothers Art Exhibition Presented by The Ladder Gallery at NPCC. Theme: Lines, Impressions & Opposing Parallels. Features new works by Jackson Petit and Bernard Petit and Jacques Louis. Held at The Ladder Gallery, New Providence Community Centre, Blake Road and JFK Drive. Open Mon to Sat, 8 to 9 pm. T:327-1660. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 29 - Tuesday Pre-Mother's Day Fashion Show Presented by Help for Children and Rubins. Begins 12 noon at Luciano's of Chicago. Adm: $50. Proceeds in aid of ongoing scholarship and Fun Days for needy children. Tickets available at Rubins. T: Shelagh Pritchard at 324-1274 or 327-5026. E: shelagh78@hotmail.com | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 29 - Tuesday National Insurance Board Seminar For employers and self-employed persons, giving an overview of the National Insurance, benefits and assistance. It explores the impact of the National Insurance Fund on the economy, with a discussion and Q&A about contributions. Held 9:30 am - 12:30 pm in the Training Room, NIB, Wulff Rd & Minnie St. Refreshments included. T: 356-2070 ext 232, 234 or 236. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 30 - Wednesday Professional Development Seminar Toastmasters Club 7178 present the theme, "Empower To Lead: Inspire To Achieve." Held 9 am - 2 pm at Super Clubs Breezes. Adm: $100. Call Terrance Pratt at: 324-1511. E: professionalseminar@hotmail.com | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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May 3 - Saturday Nassau Nastics Gymfest 2008 Features performances from several dance, cheerleading, judo and other athletic performance groups. Begins 7 pm at the Kendal Isaacs Gym. Activities include an afternoon cheerleading clinic at 1:30 pm at $5 per student. free gymnastics lessons at 10:30 am to 12 pm for kids ages four and up and skills training on the balance beam, tumbling mats and vaulting apparatus under the supervision of highly trained coaches. T: 356-7722, 364-8423 or 395-5594. | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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