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July 18 Exhibit Opening Reception The Central Art Gallery holds the opening reception of “Versatile” a new display of works from three artists: Ryan Turquest, Lemero Wright and Edrin Symonette. The reception is from 6 - 8 pm. At the Central Bank foyer, Market St. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 17 - Thursday BACUS Literary Forum The Bahamas Association for Cultural Studies hosts an important discussion on the state of literary arts in the Bahamas. Open to all. Begins 6:30 pm in the lecture theatre, Bahamas Tourism Training Centre, Thompson Blvd. E-mail: nico@nicobethel.com | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 18 Call for Junkanoo Artwork A junkanoo-themed restaurant seeks to install artwork of Junkanoo or its essence (realistic, abstracted or photos) for display. Deadline for submission is July 9; accepted work must be received by July 25. T: Dionne Benjamin-Smith at 377-0241/2 or e-mail dionne@smith-benjamin.com | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 18 - Friday NAGB Concert Series Features Bahamian entertainers Dicey Doh Singers and Ancient Man performing live. Begins 8 pm at the National Art Gallery, West Hill St. Adm: $15 members, $20 public. T: 328-5800. E: nthompson@nagb.org.bs | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 18 - Friday Poetry Contest Entry Deadline Joy FM hosts a poetry contest for all ages. Poems must be original works, entitled "Oh Joy! You bring me Joy." 120 words or less. Three age categories; elementary students grades 1 - 6, secondary students grade 7-12 and post secondary open to all adults. Winner of each category receives a $150 gift certificate to the Christian Bookshop/ Marantha Music Centre. Submit to poem@joy1019.com along with name, phone contact and entry category. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 24 - 26 Nelson Cooper Peace Basketball Tournament Teams compete for a cash prize in The Annual Nelson Cooper “Peace On Da Streets” Basketball Tournament held at Sir Kendall Isaacs Gym starting at 6 pm on July 24, July 25 and at 9 am on July 26. Contact the Hope Center on Thompson Blvd. T: 356-6549. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 18 & 22 Painting Exhibit & Artist Talk Marie Jeanne Dupuch's [Mur-mi-don] Exhibit features a display of her new paintings. The opening is held from 6:30 - 9 pm, July 18 and the show runs thru August 9. Also features an informal discussion on July 22 at 7 pm about her current work. Events held at The Hub Gallery, Bay St & Colebrook Lane. T: 322-4333. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 25 - Saturday Success Workshops “Skyrocket Your Success” Workshops holds skills-based workshops every month at SuperClubs' Breezes Resort on motivational topics. The first workshop focuses on Leadership Skills. Call 429-6770 or see: www.coachmeforward.com | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 25 Independence Celebration Exhibit Hosted by Sine.Qua.Non Art Gallery. Features works by local art educators. Open to the public. Call for appointment. Held at the gallery on Elizabeth Avenue. T: 328-8762. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 25 - Friday NAGB Concert Series Features Bahamian entertainers Ronnie Butler and Elon Moxey performing live. Begins 8 pm at the National Art Gallery, West Hill St. Adm: $15 members, $20 public. T: 328-5800. E: nthompson@nagb.org.bs | | |||||||||||||||||||
Until January NAGB National Exhibition The 4th Annual National Exhibition presented by The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas. Features 51 works produced within the last two years by 31 artists. Works include paintings, sculptures, installations, prints & mixed media, photographs and alternative media. Exhibit open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10 am - 4 pm. Adm: Free kids 12 and under, $3 students, $5 adults. T: 328-5800. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 26 BGF Golf Tournament The Bahamas Golf Federation holds its August tournament at Cable Beach Goldf Course. Format is Individual Stableford. Call Dudley Martinborough, Secretary at: 326-7415 or email: | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 18 - Sept 1 Ford Models' Model Search Bahamian men and women are invited to apply for Ford Models' Super Model of The World Search. Prizses include travel, $250,000 and a modelling contract. Must be 5'8"-5'11" between 14-20 years. Deadline is Sept 1, 2008. Apply online at: www.fordmodels.com/smowapply/. Sponsored by Trifecta, the Minsitry of Tourism and The Tribune | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 29 - Tuesday NAGB Issues Forum Presented by the National Art Gallery. Features a discussion on, "Art Expressive Forms and Limits of Law." Free admission. Begins 8 pm at the National Art Gallery, West Hill St. T: 328-5800. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 19, 21 & 26 Creative Writing Workshops Bahamian writer and columnist, Helen Klonaris explores storytelling and creative writing in four workshop sessions of three hours each. Session are designed to bring the power of story-telling back to the community and are held: Sat July 19, Mon July 21 and Sat July 26. E: info@thehubbahamas.org or visit:www.thehubbahamas.org Call: 322-4333. Bay St, nr Colebrook St. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 18 - Friday Anti-Money Laundering Workshop The Compliance Commission holds a workshop for financial institutions to review the Commission's revised on-site examination forms. Applies to all credit unions, banks, co-op societies, real estate brokers, lawyers, accountants, life insurance dealers, corporate service providers and mortgage corporations. Sesssions also focus on: risk-based examinations, the system of Waivers and off-site examinations. Held 9:30 am at The Hilton. Call: 702-1544 | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 19 - Saturday Ronnie Butler Tribute Concert Kalik presents "A tribute To A Legend: The Godfather Of Bahamian Music, Ronnie Butler." Concert features performances by KB, Funky D, Avvy, Terez Hepburn, Emily, Lady E, Eddie Minnis and Chickie Horne. Begins 8 pm at the Sheraton, Cable Beach. Adm: $50. Tickets available at Island FM, Juke Box, Mall at Marathon and Burns House JFK & Shirley Street locations. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 30 - Aug 4 Tarpum Bay: Homecoming Festival “Back to the Bay Homecoming Festival” involves descendants and visitors returning to Tarpum Bay for a weekend of fun. Activities include a Junkanoo rush-out, cultural/talent shows, native food and drinks. The festival's committee is to construct a multi-purpose community centre. Call: Patrick Johnson Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera: (242) 334-4135. | | |||||||||||||||||||
July 19 - Saturday Movies at The Hub Gallery As part of a four week film series “Beyond Document or Fiction” arranged by Brian Boddy, The Hub Gallerry presents Selected Shorts from Jean Painleve (1929-78) (75 mins) on Sat. July 19. The series presents selected works of four filmakers that question the validity of documentaries and fiction. Often, the lines are blurred. On July 26 The Hub presents Harlun Farocki, World Image and Inscriptions of War (1988). Both films start at 7:30pm and run 75 mins. Admission is free. Cash bar for snacks and drinks. E: info@ thehubbahamas.org or visit:www.thehubbahamas.org Call: 322-4333. Bay St, nr Colebrook St. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 30 National Literacy Book Drive The 1st National Literacy Book Drive presented by Fashion Hall. Bring in new or used books to any location and receive shopping coupons. T: 393-4539. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 20-23 International ERA Real Estate Conference ERA, the world-wide real estate company, selected Atlantis to be the venue for its 2008 international conference. Local host is ERA Dupuch Real Estate run by Peter Dupuch. In 2006, ERA Real Estate won the prestigious J.D. Power and Associates Award for Highest Overall Satisfaction for Repeat Home Sellers Among National Full-Service Real Estate Firms. | | |||||||||||||||||||
Aug 4 Emancipation Day Holiday This holiday also known as August Monday, celebrates the emancipation of slavery in the British Colonies in 1834. The holiday is celebrated with a Junkanoo Rush out, a day of beaching, sailing, and regattas in New Providence and the Out Islands. In New Providence old slave villages such as Gambier in the west and Fox Hill in the east have their own special celebrations. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Until July 22 Rotating Summer Art Exhibition At Popop Popop Studios is holding an exhibit called Scrimmage featuring they works of 10 Bahamian artists in rotation Tel: 322-7834. On Howard St, off Dunmore Lane, Chippingham. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Aug 9 - Saturday Island Turnerz Race Event Souped-up and pretty cars get a chance to show their paces at Island Turnerz' race day. Call: Mia Campbell, 376.8655 or cell: 454.8655 or E: islandtunerz | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 26 & 27 American Idol winner Jordin Sparks At Atlantis Having recently released her new hit single "No Air", American Idol winner Jordin Sparks performs live for 1,000 lucky guests in The Grand Ballroom. Doors open at 7:30 pm and show at 8:30 pm. Dinner and concert: $225 pp or show only is $175 pp. Dine at four restaurants. On sale now: M-S, 10 am - 5 pm. Call Atlantis at: 363-6601. | | |||||||||||||||||||
Aug 9 - 23 Tennis - AID Court Championships The Gym Tennis Club and The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association hold the AID Court Championships at the club in Winton Meadows. Open to adults and strong juniors. Call the club at: 324-6019 (evenings) or The Bahamas National Tennis Centre 323-3933 (days). | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 23 British American Lecture Series British American Bank holds its annual Midsummer Night School Lecture Series with topics such as: Investing In Your Future and Protecting Your Assets. Also provided: special classes and activities for kids; free blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol testing; blood drive; prizes and giveaways. Independence Drive Branch at 6:30 pm. Call: 328-8996 or 8386. E: info@babfinancial.com | | |||||||||||||||||||
Aug 15 - Friday NAGB Concert Series Features Bahamian entertainers Kim Welcome & Pam Woods performing live. Begins 8 pm at the National Art Gallery, West Hill St. Adm: $15 members, $20 public. T: 328-5800. E: nthompson@nagb.org.bs | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 23 - Aug 27 Long Distance Training Roadmaster Running Club is holding long-distance road running training for the half marathon (13.1m) or full marathon (26.2m) every Wednesday at 4:30 a.m. Starts at Goodman's Bay. No fees involved. Call: 427-2391 or E: ***nassauroadmasters@yahoogroups.com | | |||||||||||||||||||
Aug 16 - 23 BLTA ESSO Junior Tennis Tournament Originally scheduled for July 21, the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association holds the Esso Junior Summer Classic at the National Tennis Centre, Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre, Oakes Field. For junior players from 10 to 18. Entry fee is $20. Deadline is a few days in advance. Call The Bahamas National Tennis Centre: 323-3933. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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July 31 - Thursday NAGB's Brazilian Film Series Presented by the National Art Gallery. Features the film, "The Owner of the History", 8pm. Free admission. Begins 8 pm at the National Art Gallery's Outdoor Theatre, West Hill St. 328-5800. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Until Aug 19 Bahamian Sketch Comedy “Da Spot”. Presented by ThoughtKatcher Enterprises with the Bahamas Junkanoo Summer Festival. Begins 8 pm every Tuesday night at the Dundas Theatre, Mackey St. Tickets on sale for $15 Mondays & Tuesdays at the Dundas Theatre box office. Admission $20 at the door. T: 393-3728. | | |||||||||||||||||||
July 31 - Aug 4 Four Out Island Regattas On this special weekend, four native sloop sailing regattas take place in the Out Islands. From July 31 to Aug 2: Spring Point in Acklins, Black Point and Rolleville in Exuma. From Aug 1 - 4, Cat Isalnd holds its regatta in New Bight. Contact Mr. Samuel Smith, Cat Island Sailing Club, E: catisland_marketing@yahoo.com. In Nassau call the Regatta Unit at the Ministry: Gilbert Kemp, Regatta Coordinator, 502-0704 or Vanessa Stubbs, Senior Clerk, 502-0668 or visit: www.regattabahamas.com | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Aug 25 - 30 Tennis: East Rotary Junior Championships Juniors from 10 to 18 vie for a championship trophy at the National Tennis Centre, Oakes Field. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Until Aug 30 Custom Computers Make The Grade & Win Take your child's report card with a parent or guardian to Custom Computers, East Bay St. before Aug 30 and for every 'A' they can enter to win a 20" iMac computer, iPod Touch or HP laptop. Draw held end of summer. Family Islands students can register online at: www.customcomputers.bs T: 322-2115. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Until Aug 2 Junkanoo Summer Festival: Music & Heritage Celebration On Saturdays until the August 2, on Arawak Cay, amid the great food and festivities the Junkanoo Summer Festival features craft displays, live music, dancing, games, exhibitions, Quadrille dancing instruction, a Junkanoo Summer Camp, Junkanoo rush-outs at 5:30 pm and 10 pm and more. The Astro Club offers an astronomy tour to Fort Charlotte. Sponsored and organised by The Bahamas Ministry of Touirsm Events Dept. T: 302-2070. E: tourism@bahamas.com | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Aug 5 - 29 The Science Institute Boot Camp Young scientists are invited to a bootcamp to learn about building and programming robots. Also includes exploring the universe and four star-gazing eveimngs organised by the Astro Club. Held 8:30 am - 12 noon. Weeks are $200. Tel: 393-6574 or E: info@thescienceinstitute.com. On Howard St, off Dunmore Lane, Chippingham. T: 322-7834 | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Until Aug 8 Atlantis Summer Camp 2008 Kids can experience fun and learning in a safe environment. Proof of age is required. From 8:45 am - 3 pm. M-F. Programs themes vary each week. Main programs are for kids 6 - 12 years. Special programs available for kids aged 3-5 years. Call: 363-2000 ext 65993# or 63122. Located lower level, Coral Towers. | | |||||||||||||||||||
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Aug 8 - Friday NAGB Concert Series Features Bahamian entertainers Terneille Ta da Burrows and Ithalia Johnson performing live. Begins 8 pm at the National Art Gallery, West Hill St. Adm: $15 members, $20 public. T: 328-5800. E: nthompson@nagb.org.bs | | |||||||||||||||||||
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