Nassau Weekly Newsletter for Friday April 20th, 2007

Friday April 20th, 2007

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April

National Coastal Awareness Month

The Bahamas celebrates the beauty of its coast and the vital role it plays in our marine life, environment and tourism future. Nationwide events are planned including: Apr 20: National T-Shirt Day. For T-Shirts, call Ms. Lockhart at the MOT at 356-6938, or Ms. Duncombe at the Nature Conservancy at 327-2414. Also in Nassau: Apr 21: South Beach Clean-up and BREEF Teacher Seminar at Clifton Heritage site. Apr 23 - 27: Marine Exhibit at Mall at Marathon. Apr 26 - 27: Science Competition at Mall at Marathon. Apr 28: Harbour Clean-up. Malcolm Park. 8 am - 2 pm. Apr 29: National Church Service. 11 am. Sacred Space, Clifton Park. For other events around the islands and for beach cleanup info call MOT: 302-2000.

Apr 21

Atlantic Medical 9th Annual Fun Walk

The popular fun run and walk starts at 6 am from the Montagu Beach Foreshore. Registration: $15 adults, $12 children, includes T-shirt and gift pack. Funds are donated to the Cancer Society of The Bahamas and The Bahamas Diabetic Association. Registration forms available at The Guardian and The Tribune. Deliver to Atlantic Medical Insurance, Atlantic House 2nd Terrace & Collins Ave or P.O. Box SS5915. Call Alana Ingraham, T: 326-8191 or E: funwalk@atlantichouse.com.bs

Apr 21

Bahamas Scholastic Association Track Championships

BSA schools (private but not under the BIASS umbrella) compete in track and field at the Tommy Robinson Stadium from 9am-3pm Adm: $2. Call Peter Pratt: 525-2565.

Apr 21

Wine, Art & Jazz Festival

Presented by Butler and Sands with the G-Note Allstarz Band. Art and live painting by Antonius Roberts, Malcolm Rae, John Cox, Sonia Isaacs and more. Wines from Ruffino, Drouhin, Sterling, Black Swan, Gallo of Sonoma, Wente and more. At the Poop Deck, Sandyport, West Bay St. 3 - 7 pm. Adm $20. Children under 12 free.

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Apr 21

Harbour Island Backyard Party

The debut "Briland Backyard Festival" coordinated by The Harbour Island Tourism Office features Bahamian food, drinks and craft work. Performances by Sparkles and Geno D, Da Brilanders and April Cartwright with DJ Pencil and DJ Carmen. From noon to midnight. T: Prescott Young or June Cartwright (242) 333-2621.

May 4 - 6

Green Turtle Island Roots Heritage Festival

The “Sister City” communities of Green Turtle Cay, Abaco and Key West, Florida enjoy a common heritage and historical ties. Descendants are brought together to share in native foods, games and crafts, junkanoo parade, Pirates Parades, treasure hunts and more. See The Royal Bahamas Police Marching & Pop Bands, AVVY and Miss Jessie Pearl. Held in New Plymouth, Green Turtle Cay, Abaco. Call the Abaco Tourist Office at (242) 367-3067. www.go-abacos.com/roots

Apr 21

Nazareth Centre Steak Out

The Friends of the Nazareth Centre Annual Steak Out & Fun Day at the Nazareth Centre, Millennium Gardens. Steak and chicken dinners, pastries, drinks and conch fritters will be on sale. All proceeds to aid the Centre. 12 noon to 6 pm.

April 21 & 28

Beauty Queen Dreams Pageant and Model Scouting

Agents from Junior Miss Caribbean Bahamas, Miss Teen Bahamas, Miss Teen and Little Miss Commonwealth Bahamas, Miss Teen Bahamas World & International and Little Miss Talented Bahamas scouting for future winners. Vision Modeling Agency & FACES Inc will search for male or female top models. 12 noon - 6 pm at Town Centre Mall.

May 5

Ride-for-Hope Bahamas

People of all ages and cycling abilities are invited to Ride-For-Hope, a charitable bike-a-thon. Start at North Eleuthera Airport and ride to any of the six turning kiosks as far as Governors Harbour to collect your wristband and register your distance. The charity ride was established by VMG Racing, a pro/am international sports foundation established in 2004 by Mark Holowesko to manage, promote and support athletes in several sports such as biking and sailing. Ride for Hope is the company's major philanthropic event, supported by the Lyford Cay Foundation and sponsors Million Air, Bahamas Ferries and New World Aviation. Last year $180,000 was raised for the Cancer Caring Center and programs of the Cancer Society of the Bahamas. www.rideforhopebahamas.com

Apr 22

Ministry of Public Service Singing Contest

"Fellowship in the Workplace." Held under the patronage of the Hon. Fred Mitchell. Over 20 participants from government ministries & corporations compete in the finals held at Golden Gates Worldwide Ministries, Carmichael Rd at 6:30 pm. Adm: $5. T: 502-7200.

Apr 22

Alvin Slaughter in Concert

Internationally-acclaimed gospel artist performs at the Wyndham Nassau Resort in a night of inspiration worship, music and fellowship. Organised by Unity Productions, Rev. Dr. Simeon Hall. Joy FM broadcasts live. Listen to win free tickets and Alvin's CD's. Tickets from Center of the Performing Arts. $35 ($40 door). www.unityproduction.biz or johnque@coralwave.com. Tel: 434-1122.

May 5

Annual JBLN Dinner & Dance

The Junior Baseball League of Nassau's major fundraising event held at SuperClubs Breezesin the Seabreeze Ballroom. Cocktails and a silent auction 6:30 - 8 pm in foyer and dinner at 8:15pm. Live music by Visage. Dress smart/ casual. Tickets: $100. Please book by Friday 27th. See JBLN coaches or Charles Kemp T: 324-5576, charleskemp@coralwave.com

Apr 26 - 28

BAAA Club Relays

All clubs and spot teams are invited to compete in this open event at the Tommy Robinson Stadium. Adm: $3. Starts 1 pm to 7 pm. Call Bernard Newbold T: 325-4433. www.bahamastrack.com

Apr 21 & 24

A Tribute to Viveca Watkins

A performance at the Dundas in memory the late Viveca Watkins, radio personality and a major contributor in the Nassau arts world at the MOT's People To People program. 8 - 10 pm. A memorial service will be held April 21 at 10:30 am at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Boyd Road. http://viveca-watkins.memory-of.com.

May 5

Bahamas Humane Society "Film Night"

The Bahamian-made movie "Eleutheran Adventure" by Kareem Mortimer uis screened at Tambearly School Hall, Sandyport. Parking at Super Value. Refreshments (cash bar) 6:45 pm. Film 7:45 pm. Adm: $20. All proceeds to the animals. Open seating. Suitable for all ages. T: 362-4727 Kim Aranha. kimvba@coralwave.com

Apr 24-28

National Family Island Regatta in Exuma

The most famous and usually the biggest regatta, held in Elizabeth Harbour, George Town, with much festivity. Native sloops compete for the end-of-season Baha Mar Boat of the Year Award, celebrated at a banquet. Baha Mar pledged $35,000 towards this year's cash prizes. All Andros & Berry Island Regatta winning sloops were: Goodnews (Class A), Eudeva (Class B) and Lady Eunice (Class C). The government may announce regatta sailing as the national sport.

May 5 & 19

NAGB Adult Education Class

The "Art for Living" class encourages the use of strong aesthetic ideas and design principles in making objects such as tables and chairs. Participants create construct maquettes of their concepts as templates for actual construction. Fees, including materials per session, are: $15 members, $20 non-members. At the NAGB, West St, 10 am - 1 pm. T: 328-5800 or visit: www.nagb.org.bs

Apr 26

Bahamas Outstanding Student Awards

Bahamas Outstanding Students Foundation holds its 3rd annual awards in the Upper Grounds of Government House under the patronage of His Exellency Governor-General The Hon. Arthur D. Hanna. The Minister of Youth and Minister of Eeducation will attend. The top male and female primary & junior students in selected and private and public are honoured, as are Senior students in grades 10-12 with grade averages of 3.00+. Event lasts 2 hours and starts at 5:30 pm with refreshments. Call Senator Whylly at 322-8261 or 327-5826 or email osibhs@batelnet.bs

May 5

Bahamas Concert Orchestra and Chorus

A performance of 'The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace' by Karl Jenkins at the Wyndham Ballroom at 8 pm. Experience a Bahamian 60 piece symphony orchestra, with a huge string section, wind, brass and percussion. The concert is being dedicated to the memory of E. Clement Bethel who died twenty years ago this year. His wife, Dr Keva Bethel will be joined by a number of musical celebrities, such as Duke Errol Strachan, to host a reception for invited guests. Adm $25, $35, $45 and $80 (including reception). A press/media night will be held on Tuesday 24th April. T. 466 8094. E-mail: NassauCastle@coralwave.com

Apr 26 - 28

BAAA National High School Track & Field Championships

All schools, private and public compete in the nationals at the Thomas A. Robinson stadium. A combined pep rally is held on the April 25th from 5:30-7:30 pm for all schools. T-shirts are $10 from the BAAA office, Colony Club Resort. Adm: $5, VIP: $10, Students: $3. Starts 9 am to 6 pm. T: 325-4433. www.bahamastrack.com

Apr 26

NAGB Independent Film Series

NAGB's Independent Film 'Everything is Illuminated (2005)'. Directed by Live Schrieber. 106 minutes. PG-13. Parents strongly cautioned. Adm: $5 adults, $3 students. T. 328-5800/1. www.nagb.org.bs

May 6 - 11

UNESCO Travelling Caribbean Film Showcase

The Bahamas hosts the Caribbean film tour which began in February in St Kitts and consists of 14 to 16 hours of recent films from the region. Works include documentaries, animated films and Bahamian films shown at various venues including the NAGB. Guest filmmakers will discuss their works. T: 328-5800 or visit: www.nagb.org.bs

Apr 28 - 29

Homer Lowe Memorial Regatta

Presented by The Bahamas Sailing Association's Sunfish Fleet. Marsh Harbour, Abaco. E. alymyers@gmail.com

Apr 28

Spanish Club Hispanic Fair

A mini-fair by local Spanish club AMISTAD on the grounds of COB's Tourism Training Centre. To assist a Bahamian student studying in a Hispanic country. 12 - 6 pm E: donnydavis2000@yahoo.com

Apr 28

Pan-Hellenic 'Tapas Night' Fundraising Gala

For the benefit of the Greek Orthodox Church, enjoy a gala tapas night with salsa, dancing, tapas and spanish wines. At Sandcastle, Old Fort Bay, 7:30 pm. $100 per person. T: 362-5665 or e-mail: khklonaris@coralwave.com

May 8 - 12

National Dance Company Performance

The National Dance Company of The Bahamas celebrates 15 years in concert at The National Centre for the Performing Arts woth artistic director, Mr. Robert Bain. 8 pm nightly. Special matinee on Friday May 11 at 1 pm. Adm: $25, matinee $10. Box Office: Dance Bahamas School, #7 Base Rd Business Ctr, Nassau St. and The National Center For The Performing Arts. T: 328-7588.

Apr 29

Tada Live in Concert

Held at Club Envy Lounge and Nightclub featuring Higher Level Band. Doors open 9 pm. Show starts at 9:30 pm. Tickets $15. Available at The Juke Box, Logos Bookstore, Solomon's Super Center and Alpha Sounds. $20 at the door. T: 325-1054. www.myspace.com/tadalive

May 12

NAGB Children and Family Workshop

"Quilted Assemblage" is workshop of traditional quilting and sculpture. Explore the contrasting worlds of contemporary sculpture and the craft of quilting. For ages 12+. $10 members, $12 non-members. Materials included. Begins 10am. At NAGB, West St. T: 328-5800 or visit: www.nagb.org.bs

Apr 30

All Bahamas Merit Scholarship Deadline

The Lyford Cay Foundation and The Ministry of Education, Science & Technology's four year scholarship tenable at accredited universities or colleges in the Caribbean, US, Canada and the UK. The total award is not to exceed $35,000 p.a. Applications available from The Ministry of Education to be mailed to The Scholarship & Education Loan Division, Ministry of Education, Science and Technology. P.O. Box N-3913. Tel: 502-2715. www.bahamaseducation.com

May 14

Junkanoo Summer Festival Song Competition Deadline

Win cash prizes in adult or junior categories by composing an original song, recording it on CD, and deliverying it to the MOT, George St. Songs must be in Junkanoo, Goombay or Rake 'N Scrape style. Songs publicly released prior to June 2007 are ineligible. Participating recording studios are Real Time, Whitehouse Studio, Commonwealth Studio and Mackey Media in Grand Bahama. Call MOT: 302-2000.

Apr 30

Gerace Research Centre Scholarships Deadline

Nine full scholarships and two partial scholarships for Miami Univ. of Ohio, Univ. of New Haven, Albright, Dickinson, Hartwick and Elmira College, Wittenberg, Emporia State and Youngstown State University. Forms available at Min. of Education. Mail to The Scholarship and Education Loan Division, Min. of Edu., Science & Technology. P.O. Box N-3913. T. 502-2715. www.bahamaseducation.com

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