February 24th, 2007

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Feb 24 - Mar 2

Catholic Lenten Mission

The Catholic Archdiocese holds a city wide mission themed “Journey Home”, 7:30 pm at Loyola Hall nightly. Separate and fun children's mission also held. T: 322-3919.

Feb 27

NAGB Discussion Forum

Artists and enthusiastic gather to discuss "Are All Artists Fine?" at 7 pm at the National Art Gallery, West & West Hill Streets.

Feb 27

Nassau Forum - Legal Impact of Anna Nicole

“The Anna Nicole Saga: Lessons Learned". Distinguished attorney Mr. Brian Moree, Senior Partner of McKinney, Bancroft and Hughes, and Chairman of the Bahamas Financial Forum, examines legal implications raised by Anna Nicole's celebrated residency in The Bahamas. Dr. David Allen will moderate open discussion. T: Dr. Victoria S. Allen. E: allens@coralwave.com

Feb 27 - Mar 10

George Town Cruising Regatta

Nassuvians also travel to George Town to mingle with visitors and Exumians to enjoy the 12 day regatta. Fun includes two days of sailing, a conch blowing contest, variety show, softball competition and other family and fun-filled activities. Organised by Exuma Tourist Office (242) 336-2430 (Fax: (242) 336-2431. E: trolle@bahamas.com

Feb 28

Deadline for OAS Scholarships

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is accepting The Organisation of American States Scholarships applications in a variety of fields such as social development, trade, economics, science, technology and environmental studies. GPA minimum of 3.0. Collect forms are at Ministry of Foreign Affairs or on-line at www.oas.org. For more info, call: 322-7624 or email: technicalassistance@mfabahamas.org

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Spring 2007

Mar 17

Toastmasters 10th Anniversary Banquet

Mar 1 & Mar 3

Music Concerts: KT Sullivan & Mark Nadler

The Nassau Music Society presents KT Sullivan & Mark Nadler performing "Time After Time-The Great American Songbook" with songs by Gerswin, Porter & more. On March 1 at 8 pm in St Paul's Church Hall, Lyford Cay, with a buffet supper. Members $115; Non-Members $135; Students $85; or $1100 per table. Call NMS at: 327-7668 or visit: www.nassaumusicsociety.org

On March 3 at 8 pm at The Dundas, Mackey, St. For reservations, seat selection & tickets visit Dundas box office from Fri. Feb 23rd or in advance. At: Members $25; Non-Members $35; Students (18 Or Under) $10. Add $5 for tickets at door. By arrangement With Arthur Shafman International Ltd. Sponsors: Fidelity, Pictet Bank & Trust, SG Hambros, and Royal Star Assurance. Next concert: Fiona & Amber Albeck & Job Linus Weber, on Friday, Mar 30, 8 pm in St Paul's Church Hall. Call NMS at: 327-7668 Or visit: www.nassaumusicsociety.org

Held at the British Colonial Hilton at 7:30 pm, the club (7178) honours its 10 past presidents in grand style. New, current and old friends are invited. Tickets: e-mail: presj@tc7178.org

Mar 17 & 18

Transforming Spaces© Art Tour

Air-conditioned bus tours visiting all art spaces, leaving from NAGB and New Providence Community Centre (NPCC) at 10 am on Sat and 12 noon on Sun. Sites include: Transformed Space at Oak Hill (new artists); Post House Gallery (Grand Bahama artists); PopOp Studio Gallery (Gallery artists); Doongalik Studios at Marina Village; Welcome Installation at Blake Rd; Ladder Gallery at NPCC; Sting Rae Studios (Abaco artists); and Transformed Spaces at Mount Vernon (Various artists); at Tyrone Ferguson's Studio; at Arawak Cay; and NAGB. Buses have an informed local art expert for & info.

Mar 1

BAIC Business Lecture Series

The fifth of ten presentations organised by The Bahamas Agriculture and Industry Corporation. This week's presenter is Mr. Benjamin Bailey, Asst. Mgr. Of Business Advisory Department, Bahamas Development Bank, on “Business Opportunities In The Bahamas”. Session is about 2 hrs long and includes public testimonies. Held 7 pm at Bahamas Tourism Training Ctr, COB. Lectures are free. Organised by BAIC. T: 322-3740, 325-1912 or E: lhilton_nassau_bahamas@hotmail.com

Mar 2 & 3

1st Annual Pinewood Festival

Pinewood Gardens Outreach Association holds first festival at Pinewood Gardens Park. On Friday Mar 2 Community Talent Showcase and D.J. Bash. On Saturday Mar 3, from 7 am - midnight festival has breakfast and Fun Run/Walk at 7 am. Domino and basketball tournaments and other games. Kids Toddlers Town, bouncing castles and carnival rides, face painting, complimentary lunch from 1-2 pm. Performances by Ancient Man, Lassie Doh Boys, and Landlord. Junkanoo Rush Out By The Pinewood Gardens Crusaders Junkanoo Group. T: 392-1618 or 565-8870.

Mar 3

Red Cross Annual Fair

The Bahamas Red Cross Society holds its annual fair at the Lower Gardens, Government House Grounds. From noon to midnight. $2 Adults, $1 Child. T: 323-7370 or 328-4415.

http://www.bahamas.caribbeanredcross.org

Mar 3

Race Judicata

The Eugene Dupuch Law School holds its fund raising Annual Fun Run & Walk. Entries available at the school. $10 children, $12 adults or $15 for entries on the 3rd. Starts at the Culinary Institute, Oakes Field, proceeds down Dolphin Drive, the Grove and Nassau St. Prizes in age categories. Entry includes a T-shirt. Tel: 326-8507.

Tickets: Advanced: $20; $25 on day of event, with 25% off for attendees to Friday event. Self drive tours & venue passes $15. Tickets avail. from NAGB. T: 328.5800/1.

Mar 22

Historical Society Talk - Michael Pateman:

Mar 4

Concert: The Ultimate Worship Experience

A concert and live recording event featuring Elder Vanderson A. Barnett & Friends with special guests Simeon Outten, Arthur Duncombe and Prophet Lawrence Rolle. At the Living Waters Auditorium, 7 pm. Tickets from Buck Records, Oasis Music & 100% Bible Books.

“Reconstructing Lucayan Lifeways: Diet, Health, Nutrition, Lifestyle and Mortuary Variability through Skeletal Analysis.” Mr Pateman works at the Antiquities,

Mar 8 - 10

26th Annual West Indian Literature Conference

The 26th convention gathers under the theme “Horizons”. Submitted abstracts will be judged and discussed. Organisers: Dr. Ian Strachan at istrachan@cob.edu.bs and Dr. Marjorie Brooks-Jones at mjones@cob.edu.bs. Registration forms at: www.cob.edu.bs/News/WILit.html. Registration fee includes: opening and closing receptions, lunch for three days (if registered for three days on or before Feb 23rd) and information packet. Fees: Caribbean faculty members: $90, non-Caribbean faculty members: $150; Students: $50; One Day: $40.

Monuments and Museums Corporation of the Bahamas (AMMC), at the Bahamas Historical Society, Shirley St, Elizabeth Ave. : 322-4231. E-mail:

info@bahamashistoricalsociety.com or www.bahamashistoricalsociety.com

Mar 24

Nassau Nastics Blackbeards Challenge

A top fund-raising gymnastics competition at Sir Kendal Isaacs Gymnasium. On Mar 23rd is a special coaching clinic from

Mar 9 - 31

Kaleidoscope: Art Educators Exhibition

The Bahamas Union of Teachers celebrates 60 years (1947-2007) with an exhibition of works by 12 local art teachers. Held at the Central Bank Gallery. Opening at 6:30 pm.

4-6 pm with a high-level US coach. T: 356-7722 or 364-8423. E-mail: nassaunastics@yahoo.com

Mar 10

10th Annual Antique Car Show & Steakout

The Antique Auto Club of the Bahamas has its 10th Annual Show at Arawak Cay from noon to 6 pm. Approx 44 cars vie for class trophies and a popular choice award. The public is invited to enter cars. Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd are: $500, $300 & $200. Cars must be 20 years old or more or, for neo- classic, 15-20 years old and in good knick. Membership is $25 p.a. Steakout dinners $10. Raffles: $2 or 3 for $5. www.antiqueautosbahamas.com for registration and info.Call: 356-2902.

Mar 24 & 25

LeAnne Rimes at Crystal Palace Casino

Country music superstar, LeAnne Rimes in concert on Saturday at Rainforest Theatre ($69), and on the beach on Sunday ($49) with rising country star Jimmy Barret opening. Call Wyndham Nassau Resort: T: 327-6200.

Mar 10 & 17

Kemp Road Community Outreach Rally

Bahamas Faith Ministries International, Real Men Ministries International and twenty or more Kemp Road churches hold a “Community Touch” Kemp Road Community Walkaround on March 10 at 2:30 pm. A Community Rally is held on March 17 from 4 - 8 pm featuring music, dance, testimonies, drama, mime, comedy, free food, children's activities and free supplies. At Salem Park, Kemp Rd, T: 461-6400 or 341-6444.

Mar 30

Historical Society Talk - Peter J. Roberts - DNA Geneology

Mar 11 & 18

Church of God of Prophesy 86th National Convention

Held at East St Tabernacle with guests appearances by Bishop Randall Howard and other international speakers. T: 322-3097 or E: g_sean@coralwave.com or visit: www.cogopbahamas.org

“Genetic Geneology and the Results of The Bahamas DNA Project.” The Bahamas DNA Project was launched in 2004 to support genealogy

Mar 16-18

A collaborative, multi-gallery event dedicated to the memory of Brent Malone with proceeds donated to Brent Malone Artist in Residence Fund. New exhibitions held at: The National Art Gallery in collaboration with Post House Gallery, PopOpStudios Gallery, Stingrae Studios, Doongalik Gallery, Tyrone Ferguson's Studio, Ladder Gallery at NPCC and New Providence Art and Antiques, all designed to nurture increased cooperation and a sense of community amongst art spaces on the island.

research. Mr Roberts, a Bahamian professor at Georgia State University, is the project administrator. Early results of the project show that sharing the same surname is not a guarantee of being related. 6 pm at the Bahamas Historical Society, Shirley St, Elizabeth Ave. T: 322-4231. E-mail:

info@bahamashistoricalsociety.com or www.bahamashistoricalsociety.com

Mar 31

Lennox Paton Youth Rugby Sevens

Mar 16

An evening in honour of Brent Malone at the NAGB with living art interpretations of some of Malone's finest paintings, and special tours of the Gallery's new exhibition “Bahamian Art: Pre Columbian To The Present”. Also: “One Of A Kind” auction by Harl Taylor, Max Taylor and others. Food, drinks, music and dancing under the stars. Tickets: $50 from NAGB.

School rugby sevens tournament sponsored by leading law firm Lennox Paton. Senior high schools and junior highs compete at

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Winton Rugby Field. CV Bethel, Government High, CR Walker, Doris Johnson, CC Sweeting, St. Augustine's College, St. Anne's, SC MacPherson, DW Davis, HO Nash, LW Young. The Bahamas Rugby Union is putting out a call for coaches to assist. E: Ely Miles at ely@rugbybahamas or http://www.rugbybahamas.com