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May 29 - TONIGHT Bahamas Historical Society Meeting Features special guest speaker Jim Lawlor with a presentation on: "Shadrach Kerr: Priest and Missionary." Begins 6 pm at the Bahamas Historical Society, Shirley St. & Elizabeth Ave. T: 322-4231. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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May 29 - Thursday Women Empowering Women Luncheon Presented by The Nassau Bahamas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and sponsored by Baptist Hospital International Center of Miami. Theme: Women Empowering Women to be Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. Features guest speaker Dr. Yvonne Johnson, MD who is the Emergency Department Director of the Heart Attack Unit at South Miami Hospital with a presentation on, "The Secrets to a Woman's Heart." Honorees include, Dr. Ida Hanna, Ms. Vienna Williams, Nurse Emily Osadebay and Nurse Ampusam Symonette. Adm: $40. Begins 12 noon at the Hilton, Bay St. T: 357-7457. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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May 29, 31 & June 1 Chorale Concert Presented by the Diocesan Chorale Concert. Held under the patronage of Mr. Orville & Lady Turnquest, Rev. Laish Boyd and Dr. Leonard Johnson. Begins 7 pm at the Dundas Centre, Mackey St. Adm: $25, $15 for students with ID. Tickets at the Dundas box office. T: 394-7179 or 394-8570. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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May 30 - Friday Kiwanis Bingo Night Presented by Kiwanis Club of Nassau A.M. Prizes include a washing machine, round- trip tickets, a blackberry, jewelry, gift certificates and more. There is a $5 donation to aid Neekal Campbells's Youth Conference Room at Bahamas Family Planning Association. Held 7 -12 pm, BCPOU Hall, Farrington Rd. T: 302-1216. www.kiwanisclubofnassau.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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June 7 - Saturday Youth Entrepreneurship Conference & Expo Presented by Youth's Discovering Entrepreneurship, The Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports & Culture, Lifestyle Management and others. Open to novice entrepreneurs. Local entrepreneurs to present step-by-step, how to build an idea into a successful business venture. Topics include, how to validate your business idea; analyzing the industry and competition; developing a solid marketing strategy; creating a financial "success" plan; developing your selling skills and writing a professional business plan to take to the bank. Also features panel discussions and a mini concert with Bahamian performers. Held 8 am - 3 pm at the Police Convention Center, Police Headquarters, East St. Registration and lunch are free. T: 322-7405. Visit: www.ydebahamas.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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May 30 - Friday Essay Competition Deadline Competition presented by the Ministry of Health and Social Development in celebration of World Blood Donor Day (June 14). Essay topic: Give Blood regularly- An Outcry for More Regular Voluntary Blood Donors in the Bahamas. Cash prizes and plaques for winner and first and second runners-up. Winner and runners-up to be honored at the annual World Blood Donor Day recognition ceremony. Open to students in grades 10 - 12. T: 502-4871. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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May 30 - Friday The Bahamas Co-operative League Scholarship Deadline A partial two-year scholarship to COB or other approved tertiary institutions for students pursuing an Associates Degree in Business Management, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, Tourism, Agriculture, Marketing or Banking is being offered. Awarded to a Bahamian student on the basis of academic achievement and financial need. Applications from The Bahamas Co-operative League office, at Oakes Field next to McDonalds. T: 302-0100. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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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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May 30 - Friday Marlin Awards Nomination Concert Presented by Harris Communications and hosted by Tempo's Rise & Shine host, Jamie Thomas. Concert held at the Diplomat Center, Carmichael Rd. Begins 7:30 pm. Features performances by Nigel Lewis, Alas, CMA, Christian Massive, Monty G, DJ Counsellor and more. Adm: $15 adults, $5 children. Tickets at 100% Bible Bookstore, Bucks Gospel, Christian Bookshop, Logos Bookstore and Faith Life Book & Music Center. T: 327-1251. www.marlinawards.com |  | | |||||||||||||||||||
June 14 - Saturday BTC Blood Drive: 'Every Drop Counts' Presented by BTC in conjunction with Princess Margaret Hospital and Doctors Hospital. 2nd Annual Blood Drive held 11 am - 4 pm at the Mall at Marathon. T: Indira Collie at 424-2406. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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May 30 - June 4 Bahamas Rotary Tuna Classic Presented by Harbourside Marine and Bahamas Rotary. May 30: Captain & Anglers Meeting at The Green Parrot. Begins 12 noon. May 31: Fishing begins. Lines in 6 am, lines out 7pm. Weigh station hours at 8 pm at Green Parrot Hurricane Hole; Andros Lighthouse Yacht Club & Marina in Fresh Creek and Spanish Wells Marina. June 1: Fishing. Lines in 6 am, lines out 8 pm. Weigh station hours are 8 pm at Green Parrot Paradise island only. June 4: Awards Ceremony at Green Parrot East Bay St, Nassau side. Cash and prizes include: Junior Angler Trophies, trophies for top 3 fish in the dolphin, wahoo and all species of tuna categories, Ladies Prize, Billfish Release Trophy, Marlin and Sailfish Release Trophies and a Grand Tournament Prize for the heaviest tuna. Other prizes include a Boat Prize, Booby Prize and many more to be announced at the Dinner. T: 359-3489 or 393-3510. For registration and other info, visit: http://www.bahamasrotaryfishing.com/ | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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May 31 - Saturday Catholic Church Fair Presented by Our Lady's Catholic Church. Enjoy Music, games, food and live entertainment. Begins 12 noon at Peter's Park, Deveaux & East Street. T: 3254521. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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May 31- Saturday Yamacraw Community Festival The 4th Annual Yamacraw Community Development Association Festival. Performances by Royal Bahamas Police Force Band, Yamacraw Community Youth Marching Band, Ancient Man, Elon Moxey & Terez Hepburn. Includes a Vintage Car Show. Proceeds to community events and activities. Held noon to midnight at the Winton Meadows Park, Winton Meadows. T: Ken Strachan at 424-6524. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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June 14 - Saturday Fun Run/Walk & Health Fair Held as part of the Bahamas Co-operative League's Annual Co-operative month. Open to League and general public to compete for trophies. Health fair features free blood pressure, cholesterol and sugar testing. Begins 6 am at Goodman's Bay. T: 356-3152. E: coopbahamas@hotmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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June 15 Father's Day Dreamed up by Sonora Smart Dodd Spokane of Washington who thought of the idea while listening to a Mother's Day sermon in 1909. Sonora wanted to honor her selfless, hard-working Dad. Her father was born in June, so she chose to hold the first Father's Day celebration in Spokane on the 19th of June, 1910. In 1926, a National Father's Day Committee was formed in New York City. Father's Day was recognized by a Joint Resolution of Congress in 1956. In 1972, President Richard Nixon established a permanent national observance of Father's Day to be held on the third Sunday of June. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
May 31 - Saturday Dart Association Awards Dinner The Nassau Darts Association presents its awards dinner at Anna's Barn Yard (Bertha's Go Go Ribs) Mackey St. Begins 7:30 pm. Adm: $15. T: Neil Ferris at 394-6761. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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May 31 - Saturday Alpha Phi Alpha Boat Cruise Presented by Alpha Phi Alpha, Iota Epsilon Lambda Chapter presents in aid of their scholarship fund. Begins 8 pm on board The Total Package Boat. Leaving from the Prince George Wharf (behind the straw market). Adm: $15. T: Lynden Maycock at 502-5233 or 477-0965. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Until May 31 Sorority Art Show Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is celebrating it's 100 year anniversary (Jan. 15th 2008) under the theme "Centennial Celebrations: Exploring our Sisterhood Past". The local chapter introduces "Caribbean Flare" at the Anthaya Art Gallery, The Shops at Cable Beach, West Bay Street, 7-9pm. T: Angelique McKay 323- 3446. Free admission. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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June 15 - Sunday Father's Day Luncheon Presented by St. Francis Xavier Catholic Men's Association. Held under the Patronage of Archbishop Patrick C. Pinder STD, CMG. Theme: " Honor Thy Father". Adm: $50 adults, $25 kids 12 and under. Part proceeds to aid renovations to St. Benedict's Hall and the St. Martin's Monastery. Begins 1:30 pm at Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort, Cable Beach. T: Reuben Fox at 394-6180. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
June 3 - 7 Eleuthera Pineapple Festival This four-day celebration features live music, parties, a Junkanoo parade, craft displays, dancing, a pineapple recipe contest, tours of pineapple farms and a pineathalon, a half-mile swim, 3-mile run and 4.5-mile bike ride. Held in Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera. T: (242) 332-2142. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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June 3 - July 1 BIFF Acting Classes Presented by Executive Director of the Bahamas International Film Festival, Leslie Vanderpool. Classes feature audition techniques and on-camera acting classes. Open to males and females ages 13 and older. Classes held 6:30 - 9:30 pm at Bahamas International Film Festival's office, 4th Terrace East Collins Ave. One month classes $300; individual classes $40 per class. T: 356-5939 or email lcaronv@hotmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
June 21 - Saturday BIFF Big Screen Art Scene The Big Screen Art Scene kicks off the Bahamas International Film Festival's fifth year. Features a non-traditional auction and celebration at Popopstudios. 51 “Collectors” tickets are available for $250 and each ticket holder will receive a piece of original art at a minimum value of $300. “Aficionado” tickets are available for $25 for the many activities outside of the auction. Participants include Tyrone Ferguson, Antonius Roberts, Jackson Burnside, Stan Burnside, Margot Bethel, Nicole Collie, Claudette Dean, Holly Parotti, Bernard Petit, Livingstone Pratt, and Arjuna Watson. Part proceeds to aid the new D'Aguilar Art Foundation in honor of the late Vincent D'Aguilar. Held 7 pm at Popopstudios Centre for Visual Arts, Dunmore Ave. T: 356-5939 or email pr@bintlfilmfest.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Until June 5 Series of Health & Family Seminars The ministry of health and social development presents, "A Family Enrichment Seminar Series". Every Thursday at 7 pm, Jubilee Gardens Park, Jubilee gardens. Topics include Environmental Health Issues, Family Life Values, Parenting, Communication In The Family and more. Refreshments will be served. T: 356-0765/6 or 324-4310. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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June 5 - 7 Long Island Regatta The Annual Long Island Regatta takes place in Salt Pond, Long Island featuring the country's top native sloops. Enjoy Bahamian music, dancing and fresh island dishes. Book Bahamasair or sail down on the M/V Legacy or M/V Island Link. Visit new site: www.regattabahamas.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Postponed from June 5 - 8 to July 12 Grand Bahama Just Rush Weekend "Just Rush" Junkanoo Parade planned in Grand Bahama was officially postponed until Saturday July 12, Independence weekend. Grand Bahama groups will compete against Nassau groups for $100,000 in prizes. Sponsored by the Grand Bahama Port Authority, Grand Bahama Power Company, Ministry of Tourism, Burns House and KALIK. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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June 6 - Friday Labor Day Members of the labor unions and political parties march in a large parade through downtown Nassau in colorful uniforms. Local bands and a few Junkanoo-ers provide music. The TUC-organised march is set to begin at 7:30 am, Windsor Park ending at Arawak Cay for more festivities. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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