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TO UNSUBSCRIBE or SUBSCRIBE and FOR AD SALES & TO CONTACT US... E-mail: contact@nassau-weekly.info Tel: 1-242-323-8888 Nassau Weekly Newsletters Ltd #1 Shirley Park Ave P.O. Box N-4855, Nassau, Bahamas Copyright©2007 Nassau Weekly Newsletters Ltd | | |||||||||||||||||
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Fox Hill Festival & Fox Hill Day Aug 9 - 14 The Fox Hill Festival is an 11 day festival that ends with Fox Hill Day on the 14th, the longest running day festival in The Bahamas starting back in 1888. Legend has it that Fox Hill slaves received news of the freedom for slaves a week later than the rest of the island. Other events include: Thurs Aug 9th - Town meeting with MP Fred Mitchell and a tent reception with food and drinks showing photos of Fox Hill acheivements. Sat Aug 11th - Talent Show at 8 pmat the Parade. Sun Aug 12th - Annual Gospel Concert with various choirs, outdoors at the Parade. Tues Aug 14th - Fox Hill Day - Thanksgiving Services among four Baptist churches followed by the Fox Hill Day Fair, both at Freedom Park and the Parade with over 80 stalls selling food and drink with live music from Visage and other bands. Activities include the greasy pole, the maypole and other games. Ends at 12 midnight. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 5 and Sundays 'til the 26th JAZZ ON THE WATER AT OYSTER BAR Presented by the Olde Towne Oyster Bar featuring Mizpah Bethel with Mark Redgrave on guitar. Enjoy mojitos, martinis and mimosas. Wine, mixed drinks and beer specials on offer. Free two week pass to Bally's Gym with purchase. Nautilus Water sales aid Rotary of Nassau club. Held Sundays 3 - 7 pm at The Olde Towne Mall, Sandyport. T: 327-4888. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 11 A Medical Fundraiser for Chad Thompson. Tickets: $100 (includes buffet dinner & wine for the entire evening). Begins 7:30 pm at the Nassau Yacht Club, East Bay St. Donations may also be made to the Chad Thompson Medical Fund at the Royal Bank of Canada, Mackey St. Acc# 718-265-2. Tel: Timmy Thompson 357-4705. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 5 - 10 Bimini Fishing Tournament The 57th Annual Native Fishing Tournament, a five-day event, ends on Fri Aug 10th, building camaraderie between the locals and visitors in a street festival atmosphere. A great part of the fun during the tournament comes from the activities held each night. It is here that the long tales are told of the "one that got away;" it is here where the locals and visitors rub shoulders and clink glasses or sway gaily to the tunes of Calypso music. Contact Mrs. Antoinette Stuart at Bimini Tourist Office (242) 347-3529. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 11 Live Battlefield presents the ultimate in live lasertag combat simulation in a round robin death match format. For kids and adults ages 7 and older. Cost: $150 per team (5 players, includes tournament T-shirt). Prizes and trophies awarded to winners. Held at the Bahamas Youth Camp, Gladstone Road. 466-7599. | | |||||||||||||||||
Aug 9 CaribFestX - Cultural Meeting The public is invited to a meeting with the Minister of State for Culture, the Hon. Charles Maynard, and the Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, the Hon. Carl Bethel, regarding the way forward for culture in The Bahamas. The meeting will be held on Thursday at 6 pm in the Ground Floor Conference Room of the Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, on Thompson Boulevard. Presided by Dr. Nicolette Bethel, PhD, Director of Culture. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 12 Miss Teen Bahamas World & Miss Teen Bahamas Intercontinental The 2nd Annual Theodore Elyetts Miss Teen Bahamas World and Miss Teen Bahamas Intercontinental held under the distinct patronage of Deborah Bartlett. This year's theme: "Beauty On A Mission...The Pursuit of Excellence." Fourteen young ladies between the ages of 14-17 are set to vie for the titles. Begins 7 pm at the Rainforest Theatre, Wyndham Nassau Resort, Cable Beach. Adm: $50 VIP, $35 General, $25 Children 12 and under. www.themissteenbahamaspageants.org | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 9 "The Last King of Scotland." The film is based on the events of the brutal Ugandan dictator Idi Amin's regime as seen by his personal physician during the 1970s. Directed by Kevin MacDonald. 121 minutes. Rated R for violence and language. Free admission. Begins 8 pm at the National Art Gallery's Outdoor Theatre, West Hill St. 328-5800. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 9 & 10 iKonz Entertainment officially launch season 4 of the Bahamas Top Model with an open call/casting for aspiring models. This year's grand prize: $2,000 in cash and a $3,000 portfolio. Registration: $20. Held at Da Balcony, #2 Bat St. (next to the Straw Market) Sign up online at www.islandikonz.net | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 12 Sweet Sounds Concert This concert is Troika Hanna's going back to school event. Proceeds from the concert will aid in his college education. Event features poetry readings and live performances by Paul & Tanya Hanna, Pamela Woods, Leo Jones, Troika Hanna and a special guest artist who is no stranger to the stage. Begins 5 pm - 7 pm at the Hilton, Bay St. Adm: $30. | | |||||||||||||||||
Aug 9 - Sept 22 Bahamian Art Show - Work Take a trip to Miami Florida to view new artwork by Bahamian Artists John Cox, Heino Schmid, Blue Curry, Toby Lunn, Jason Bennett and Michael Edwards at an exhibition entitled, “Work!” at Diaspora Vibe Gallery, 3938 N. Miami Ave. Show opens August 9, at 7 pm. Artist Talk: August 11 beginning 2 pm to 4 pm. Gallery hours 10 am - 4 pm Tues - Sat. 1-305-573-4046. www.popopstudios.com | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 10 Boxing Match First Class Promotions presents another thrilling night of boxing bouts at "Break Out." The main event of the night will be the WBA Fede Caribe Middleweight Championship 12-round bout between the Bahamas' Elkeana "Punisher" Saunders and Floyd "The Blade" Trumpet of Trinidad. The 8-round co-main event will feature Meacher "Pain" Major against Rueben Tavarez of the Dominican Republic. Begins 8 pm at the Kendal G.L Isaacs Gym. The fighters will appear on the 'Island Boil' talk show on 102.9FM on Aug 9 at 8:15 am. The weigh in will also take place on Aug 9 at 5 pm at Skybox Sports Bar, Marathon Road. 356-5312 | | |||||||||||||||||
Aug 12 Bacardi Sailaway Enjoy a wonderful day at the beach on Rose Island. Enjoy beach games, scavenger hunts for Bacardi products, food, live entertainment, a Bacardi Model Search and appearances by the Fifth Avenue Models. Official check in for Bacardi Sail Away, sign up and registration begins 10 am. First Boat departs from Potters Cay 11 am. Receive promotional packages and items like towels, t-shirts, caps and umbrellas as a token of joining Bacardi on their Sail Away Tour. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 10 - 12 Hot Rod Summer Nationals Island Tunerz presents their 3rd Annual Summer Nationals at the Bahamas Hot Rod Association Motorsports Park, Q.E Sports Centre. The fast and furious Nassau Drift features three days of intense action. Aug 10 - Import Racing - Gates open 6 pm; Aug 11 - Auto Show and Burnout & Sound Off Competition - Gates open 12 noon; Aug 12 - Hot Rod Racing - Gates open at 1 pm. Adm: Adults $5, Children $1 and $25 to compete. Free giveaways, kids corner, food & drinks, music and more. Part proceeds for Portia Bethel's aka "Queen of Da Trax" Breast Cancer Medical Fund. islandtunerz@gmail.com, or visit: www.islandtunerz.net | | |||||||||||||||||
Aug 12 - 16 Belivers Summit Five day conference focuses on the development of Christian belivers, pastors and leaders. Hosted by Dr. Myles Munroe. Summit is essential for belivers, pastors, church leaders and those who want more knowledge on the operation of the Kingdom of God. 341-6444. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 14 & 28 NAGB Poets & Writers Series Bahamian artists Keith Alton Russel and Patricia Glinton-Meicholas are featured in the NAGB artist showcase continuing this month. The artists will be present at the gallery showcasing new and old work. Begins 7 pm nightly at The National Art Gallery, West Hill St. Free admission for all. T: 328-5800. | | |||||||||||||||||
Aug 10 - 12 Acting Workshop Leslie Vanderpool offers the opportunity of a lifetime with an intensive acting workshop taught by casting director out of New York, Breanna Benjamin. Ms. Benjamin has been listed in 'Who's Who in Theatre,' and 'Who's Who in Business Executives.' Three sessions held at the Hilton, Bay St. Workshop schedule: Aug 10, begins 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Aug 11, begins 10 am - 5 pm; Aug 12, begins 10 am - 5 pm. Adm: $200. 356-5939. lcaronv@hotmail.com | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 16 Doctor's Hospital Lecture Series Doctor's Hospital Distinguished Lecture Series continues this month with a Children's Health workshop on Breaking Bad Habits. Begins 6 pm - 7 pm in the Doctor's Hospital Conference Room. RSVP: 302-4719 / 302-4603. Also includes free blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screenings between 5 pm and 6 pm. | | |||||||||||||||||
Aug 11 Miss Teen Bahamas Costume Competition The Miss Teen Bahamas Costume Competition, Float Parade and Androsia Fashion Show. Begins 1 pm, Centre Court Towne Centre Mall. Log on to www.themissteenbahamaspageants.org website to vote for your favorite contestant. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 11 - 21 Sosa Man Concert Tour Bahamian born musical prodigy "Sosa Man" is returning home to display his talents before the hometown crowd. He is set to perform his new hit single "Prove It" and many more during the five-concert tour in New Providence. Aug 3 at Da Warehouse Nightclub; Aug 4 at Club Envy Nightclub; Aug 11 at Club Waterloo; Aug 12 at Club Envy Nightclub and Aug 21 at The Dundas Centre, Shirley St. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 16 Trade & Fashion Show Infinite Creations presents Kingdom Style Trade & Fashion Show. Young Bahamians will showcase their products. Guest performers include, DJ Counsellor, Landlord, Mr. Lynx, Christian Massive and more. Tickets: $20 General, $50 VIP. Available at the Juke Box, Mall at Marathon. Begins 6 pm at Workers House, Tonique Williams-Darling Highway. | | |||||||||||||||||
Aug 11 Diamond Education Workshop on the 4 C's of diamond selection. Complimentary one-hour parking at The Bahamas Financial Centre for workshop attendees. Enter to win weekly watch and jewellery drawings. Free gifts with selected purchases. From 1 pm - 2 pm at John Bull, Bay St. - Jewellery Department. | | |||||||||||||||||
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Aug 18 Reggae Concert Alpha Sounds and Red Stripe presents Buju Banton and Chuck Fender live in Concert at Arawak Cay Beach. Hosted by Giselle "Da Wassie One" with co-host Empress from 100 Jamz. Gates open 6 pm. Adm: $30 General, $75 Platinum. Tickets available at Alpha Sounds, The Juke Box, Divas Inc, Shoe Land and Tontre's Beauty Supply. 393-4891. | | |||||||||||||||||
Aug 11 BTC Fun Day & Softball Tournament This one-day event features games, giveaways, food and drinks, a kiddie corner (1 pm - 3:30pm), a Junkanoo Rushout and live entertainment by Spice, Ancient Man, Nehemiah and The Traffic Band. Softball Tournament features the Bahamas Government Departmental League versus BTC teams. Begins 10 am - 6 pm at the Blue Hill Sporting Complex. Free admission. | | |||||||||||||||||
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