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Thursday Aug 30, 2007

Tonight to Aug 31

Uprising Conference “Make It Massive”

This grand platform geared towards youths features comedy, urban dance, cinematic presentations and powerful performances. Guests artists include Isaac Blackman of Trinidad & Tobago, Christian Massive, DJ Counsellor, Mr Lynx, Landlord, Simone Beneby, Little Saints in Praise and more. Free admission. Begins 7:30 pm nightly at Calvary Deliverance Church, East St. South. 325-1802.

Aug 30

Ian Strachan Ringplay DVD Release

Ian Strachan's film documentary called: “Show Me Your Motion: The Ringplay Games of The Bahamas”, is being released on DVD at ChapterOne Bookstore, Oakes Field at 6:30 pm. Strachan is a prominent Bahamian playwright, author of many popular plays and is a member of Ringplay Productions. For more see: http://nicobethel.net/WordPress

Aug 30

Hilton Woodside Art Exhibition

Experience Hilton Woodside's latest art exhibition. Reception held 5:30 - 9 pm at Sine.qua.non Gallery, Elizabeth Ave. Tel: 328-8762 or 364-8612.

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Sept 8

NAGB Children &

Family Art Workshop

For children 10 yrs+, NAGB holds a workshop to explore techniques and make objects in Papier Mache. Fees are: $10 for members and $12 non-members and including materials. Held at 10 am, at the NAGB, West Hill Street. Visit www.nagb.org.bs or call: 328-5800.

Aug 30 & 31

Laughing Lounge

Phat Groove Entertainment presents the return of the highly popular Laughing Lounge at The Sky Box Sports Bar. Featured this week is Comedian K-Dubb as seen on BET Comic View, Def Comedy Jam and Showtime at the Apollo. Doors open at 9 pm, showtime 10 pm. Adm: $10. Drink specials all night.

Aug 31

TaDa Concert

TaDa's 'Takin Ova Concert Event' held at Pure Nightlife, Bay St. Doors open at 8:30 pm. Tickets $20, $25 at the door. Ticket locations The Juke Box, Logos Bookstore and Alpha Sounds. Sponsors include: The Tribune, Bragain Finder and The Tile King.www.myspace.com/tadalive or www.tadalive.com

Sept 10

Toastmasters

Professional Seminar

World Champion of Public Speaking, TM Craig Valentine, hosts a professional speaking seminar for the New Providence Branch of Toastmasters Club 3596. Refreshments served and donations are $10. Held at 7 pm, Christian Life Church, Seabreeze Lane. E-mail: D'Angelo Charlton at dcharlton03@msn.com

Sept 1

Prayer Breakfast

Presented by British American Financial and The Surgical Suite. This Sister, Sister Breast Cancer Support Group prayer breakfast is geared toward women helping women. Begins 7:30 am in the Ballroom of the Wyndham Resort, Cable Beach. Adm:$ 30. Tickets available at The Surgical Suite, Collins Ave. 326-1929.

Sept 14

Intimacy with Him Concert

Intimacy Studio Entertainment Productions hosts this free gospel concert featuring Terneille Ta'Da Burrows, Akia Knowles, Alma Knowles, Chesternique Rolle, Sharmond Smith and the CDMI Dance Ministry. Also features drama, a sep show and skits. Begins 7 pm at the National Performing Arts Center.

Sept 1

Bahamas Basketball vs Foreign Teams

The next big exhibition series begins and includes games against the Guatemalan National Team. All games held at Sir Kendall Isaacs Gym. Adm: $10; kids 10 and under are free. Call: BFF Asst-Sec. Lawrence Hepburn at 454-6781 or BBF President: David Morley: 1-242-352-9811 ext: 5622. Or Email: cindyfox05@yahoo.com

Sept 13

NAGB Roundtable Talk:

Who Was Joe Monks?

Joe Monks' works are held in many private collections and also in the National Collection at NAGB. Few know why he obsessively created Nassau landscapes. P. Anthony White and Dr. Brian Humblestone are two men who knew him well and reveal the essence of the noted Bahamian artist. Held at 7 pm, NAGB, West Hill Street. Visit www.nagb.org.bs or call: 328-5800.

Sept 1

Deep Drop Fishing Tournament

3rd Annual Green Parrot/Salty Dog Fisheries Fishing Tournament "Lords Of The Deep." Enter and compete for the Kristal Reel grand prize. Tournament runs 7 am - 3 pm. Party follows at the Green Parrot with awards ceremony following weight in. $400 entrance fee per boat. Fees may be paid to Chris Lloyd at BASRA, or at the Captain's meeting held Thurs 30 Aug at Green Parrot Bar beginning at 6 pm. Tel: Chris at 477-2941 or contact jlloyd@coralwave.com or islandshark633@aol.com

Sept 18

NAGB Talk On Graphics

Accomplished graphic designer Dionne Benjamin-Jolly holds an informal talk on the process of creating interesting graphics. She shares insight into her work, tips and tricks and dos and don'ts, with a Q & A session. Held at 7 pm, NAGB, West Hill Street. Visit www.nagb.org.bs or call: 328-5800.

Sept 1 - 30

Ampro Bahamian Beauty Contest

Presented by Bahamas Supply Agencies. Open to women of all ages. Winner will receive a selection of the latest Ampro Calypso hair accessories and a photo shoot for the forthcoming Bahamian Ampro ads. To enter, email a personal photo in an eye catching “ad-style” pose with a headline to match your personality to:

ampro@bahamasagencies.com Tel: 393-2966. www.bahamasagencies.com

Until Sept 2

World Outdoor Athletics Champonships

Watch our 17 Bahamian athletes perform at the IAAF World Championships in Osaka, Japan. Athletes and events are: Derrick Atkins (100m); Jacob Mitchell (220m); Andrae Williams, Avard Moncur and Chris Brown (440m); Shamar Sands (110m Hurdles); Donald Thomas (High Jump); Leevan Sands (Triple Jump); Timicka Clarke, Debbie Ferguson-McKenzie, Chandra Sturrup (100m); Debbie Ferguson-McKenzie (200m); Christine Amertil (400m); Jackie Edwards (Long Jump); and Laverne Eve (Javelin).

See: http://osaka.iaaf.org for times.

Sept 20

4th Annual Abaco

Business Outlook

With the theme, “Growth By Design” this year's Abaco Business Outlook Conference invites Deputy-Prime Minister the Hon. Brent Symonette to answer questions concerning of development and to outline government's plans for infrastructure. Speakers include the D-G of Tourism, Vernice Walkine; Michael Halkitis, British American Financial; Simmone Bowe, Dir. of HR, Baker's Bay Club; Michael W. Albury, Pres. of the Abaco Chamber of Commerce; and Dick Kermode, V-P of American Bridge Company. Kermode was project engineer on the Treasure Cay Marina and operations manager for the Disney Cruise Line's Castaway Cay Project. Outlook is hosted by Joan Albury, The Counsellors Ltd. T: 322-7505. jalbury@thecounsellorsltd.com

Sept 2

BIFF Film Fest Calls For Volunteers

Bahamas International Film Festival, to be held on Dec 6 - 13, is seeking film screening volunteers (to watch and appraise movies), members and general helpers. Call: 356-5939 or e-mail: programming@bintfilmfest.com

Sept 5 & 6

Creative Thinking & Innovative

Strategy Seminar

Hosted by Mindrange-The Institute for Thinking Development. Topics include improving thinking skills, brainstorming, the basis of creative thinking, methods for increasing thinking ability and workalbe applications of creativity and thinking skills. Held at the Hilton, 9 am - 4:30 pm daily. Adm: $850. Includes program fees, educational materials, coffee breaks and lunches. Tel: Stephanie Missick-Jones 302-0117. gtm@coralwave.com

Sept 22

Men's Grill Challenge

Sept 22

First Fitness Competition

The Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation holds its first Ms. Fitness Competition and Men's Bally Boot Camp Fitness Challenge. The Fitness Competition will judge women in short, medium and tall categories and will include two piece, sports wear and cocktail gown performances. Men will be judged on physique, the Pull Up & Push Up Challenges and the Boot Camp Challenge. Apply using forms at: Bally Total Fitness, Better Bodies, Mystique Gym, Iron Man and Fanta-C Fitness. Part proceeds go to the Cancer Society and team travel to the CAC Championships. The events honour Bahamian bodybuilding pioneer, Hubert Wong. Held at 7:30 pm, Rainforest Theatre, Wyndham Nassau Resort. Call Stephen Robinson at T: 424-9563 or email: robinsongodfrey@yahoo.com

Sept 6

NAGB Outdoor Theatre

“Man Bites Dog”

Winner of six international film awards and 2 more nominations, this French subtitled 1992 film is about a camera crew that follows a serial killer and thief, while he shows off his craft. The crew becomes more actively involved in his crimes and danger springs from surprising angles.Shown at NAGB's Outdoor Theatre. Rated R. Free admission. Visit www.nagb.org.bs or call T: 328-5800.

Sept 2 - 6

Soccer: Bahamas vs Virgin Islands

The Bahamas Football Assocation hosts the Caribbean Football Union's Group F qualifying tournament for under 23 men. The Olympic Games qualifier pits The Bahamas against the US Virgin Islands and the British Virgin Islands. The schedule is: Sept 2nd: The Bahamas vs US Virgin Islands at 3 pm. Sept 4th: US Virgin Islands vs British Virgin Islands 5 pm. Sept 6th: The Bahamas vs British Virgin Islands at 5 pm. All matches are held at the BFA National Centre for Football Development, near St. John's College, Oakes Field.Contact BFA General-Secretary Lionel Haven at lehaven@bahamas.net.bs

Sept 29

Awareness Walk

The Cancer Society's 3rd Annual "Stride for Life" to help send the message that there is hope, healing and life after being diagnosed with cancer. Exciting prizes to be won. Begins 6 am at the Cancer Caring Center, East Terrace, Centreville. Tel: 325-2483 or 323-4482.

Sept 7 - 9

The Truth Hip Hop Fest

A three day hip hop event hosted by Dunamus Soundz features local and international positive hip hop music. Special guest artist Mr. Del, formerly of the Grammy Award winning group Three 6 Mafia, performs with Demetrus from Jacksonville and Manifest & Dunamus Crew. The concert is set for Fri Sept 7th, a family day on Sept. 8th and Sunday morning service at BFM Sept. 9th.Tel: Dunamus Soundz Records 364-4916. info@dunamussoundz.com or www.dunamussoundz.com

Sept 29

COB's Jazz Under

The Stars Festivals

The July 15th event, having been postponed by weather, is being held indoors at the Rainforest Theatre, Wyndham Nassau Resort. Tickets for the orginal concerts will be honoured. See future Nassau Weekly editions for full line up of jazz performers. Call COB at: 302-4304/53/54 or 66.

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