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Ride-For-Hope Volunteer & Donations Call Last days to attend, volunteer and pre-donate for the annual Ride for Hope fund-raising cycling event held in Eleuthera supporting cancer caring and treatment programs for Bahamians. 2008's ride is on Apr 5th. Join companies, kids, families and int'l professional bike teams. www.rideforhopebahamas.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Until - April 2 Logos II Floating Book Fair The MV Logos II returns to Prince George dock. The floating book fair offers more than 5,000 different titles for sale at affordable prices. Books include science, technology, children's books, sports, hobbies, cookery, novels, dictionaries and Christian titles. Open Mon to Sat: 10 am - 9 pm and Sun: 2 - 9 pm. Parking is easy on Sundays. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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POSTPONED March 27 NAGB Outdoor Movie: “Fire” Due to new provisions in The Bahamas Film Board rating system for institutions such as the NAGB, the film scheduled for Thursday, March 27, "Fire", is postponed until a later date. It appears that the Gallery will be able to resolve issues of compliance with the provision in the coming weeks, allowing for the continuation of our film programming schedule. Upcoming films include work from India, Chad, the Czech Republic and France. The Gallery is committed to cinema outside the mainstream and is thankful for the support it has received in these efforts. T: 328-5800. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 27 - TONIGHT BAIC Business Lecture Series The eighth of 12 presentations organized by The Bahamas Agriculture and Industry Corporation and COB. This week's presenter is Asst. Professor Michael Rolle speaking on Marketing. Session begins 7 pm at Bahamas Tourism Training Ctr, COB. Free admission. T: 322-3740 or 325-1912. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 31 - Monday Music Scholarship Deadline Presented by the Nassau Music Society & Lyford Cay Foundation Inc. Applications are being accepted for study at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the US, Canada, UK and Caribbean in classical instrument, voice and musical composition. Forms may be obtained from high school guidance counsellors, The College of The Bahamas Financial Aid Office, and the Lyford Cay Foundation office. T: Monique Hinsey at 362-4910 or Irene Andersen at 393-1170 or 424-2862. www.lyfordcayfoundation.org | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
March 27 - 31 Lyford Cay Foundation Scholarship Application Applications are being accepted for academic scholarships for study at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels at colleges and universities in the U.S., Canada, UK and the Caribbean. Deadline for applications is March 31. Application forms are available at The College of The Bahamas Financial Aid office, the Lyford Cay Foundation office and online at www.lyfordcayfoundation.org | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 28 - Friday Kingsway Academy Entrance Exam Entrance examination for students wishing to enter grades 7 - 10 at Kingsway Academy High School. Register at Kingsway by March 26. Registration fee: $30. Exam held 8:00 am to 1:30 pm at Kingsway Academy, Bernard Rd. T: 324-8811, 324-3409 or 324-6269. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Mar 31 Tomlinson Scholarship Deadline Applications for $12,000 per year scholarships to Canadian universities such as McGill, Queen's, Toronto or Western Ontario University are available. Undergraduates only. Mail forms to The Tomlinson Scholarship. P.O. Box CB 10975, Nassau, Bahamas. Funded by High Tor Limited and family members in memory of Mr. Joseph Tomlinson. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
March 28 - Friday Ladies Of Distinction Toga Fete Nassau's fine ladies have some networking and fun with a Toga Fete from 9 pm until at Fort Charlotte. Tickets: $20 or $25 at the door (includes one drink). Toga required. For tickets email ladies_of_distinction@hotmail.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 28 - Friday Wine & Jazz Fundraiser Presented by the Pilot Club of Nassau. Held under the theme, "An Evening of Wine & Jazz." Features performances by international Pianist Mike Wilner, Jazz, a live Band and more. Held 7:30 - 11 pm at the National Art Gallery, East Hill St. Adm: $125. Proceeds in aid of pool for physically disabled and College of the Bahamas Scholarship. T: 502-6059. http://pilotclubofnassau.org | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Apr 3 - Thursday Sine.Qua.Non Gallery Art Show Digital photographer artist Gladys Clerfus shows striking yet soothing macro images from nature in her "Going Bananas" exhibition from 5:30 - 9 pm at Sine.Qua.Non Gallery, Elizabeth St, T: 364-8612. www.sinequanongallery.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Apr 4 & 5 Nassau Music Society Piano Concert: Poskute & Daukantas For its last two concerts of the season Nassau Music Society presents the highly acclaimed piano duo VILIJA POSKUTE & TOMAS DAUKANTAS in a wonderful evening of four hands one piano with music by Dvorak, Schubert, Ravel, Bach and Saint-Seans. April 4th 7 pm - St Paul's, Lyford Cay. Tickets from James Moir & Co: 362-4895 or call: 327-7668. April 5th 7 pm - Dundas, Mackey St. Tickets at the Box Office from March 28th: 393-7179. Please note both concerts start at 7 pm and not 8 pm. Prices: Members: $25; Non-Members: $35; Students: $10. NMS Tel: 327-7668. www.nassaumusicsociety.org. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Mar 28 - Friday Careers Expo/Job Fair Presented by The College of The Bahamas' School of Business. Features 18 major employers from New Providence. Held 10 am and 4 pm. T: 302-4421 or 302-4434. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 28 - Friday COB Haitian Movie Night Presented by The International Languages and Cultures Institute of COB. Features the Haitian film Haiti's Hidden Treasures. Includes a short introduction by Mr. Marc Desmangles, UHAB: United Association of Haitians in the Bahamas. Begins 6:30 pm, Munnings Building, Room 2, COB. T: 302-4584/87. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 28 & 29 19th Annual BMDA New Car Show Franchised auto dealers and allied companies of The Bahamas Motor Dealers Association display 70 vehicles including the latest sedans, hatchbacks, trucks, vans and SUV's from 15 of the world's leading auto-makers such as Toyota, Honda, Ford, GM, Nissan, Dodge, Isuzu and Mercedes-Benz. Financing and insurance available. Special giveaways and prizes. Held at the Mall at Marathon. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 29 - Saturday Nova Southeastern University Open House Attend Nova Southeastern University open house to receive information on Bachelors and Masters Degree Business programs. Also receive on the spot admissions and financial aid advice. Begins 10:30 am at Bahamas Baptist Community College, Jean St. 364-6766. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Mar 29 - Saturday Kingdom Women In Business Meeting Special guest financier Charlene Paul presents 'From Debt to Wealth' During Economic Crisis. Held 8 - 10 am at the Hilton Hotel. Adm: $10 members, $15 non-members. T: 328-6050. |  |
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Mar 29 - Saturday Bodybuilding Fundraising Steak Out Presented by Bahamas Bodybuilding & Fitness Federation in aid of the upcoming Bodybuilding & Fitness CAC Games that will be held in September. Held at Montague Beach 10 am - 6 pm. T: Simone Sawyer 426-2548. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 5 - Saturday COB Book Festival: Books, Rhythm & Rhyme Presented by COB School of English Studies with Chapter One Bookstore and Libraries & Instructional Media Services Department. Features children's readings, book signings be Bahamian authors, library tours, book binding demonstrations, and live Jazz performances. Special guest appearances by Dr. Nicolette Bethel, Ian Strachan, Marion Bethel Robert Johnson and more. Also appearance by Strawberry Shortcake. Food on sale. Held 11 am - 5 pm in the Michael Eldon Complex parking lot, Thompson Blvd. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Until March 29 Art Exhibition: "Kaleidoscope" Presented by The Art Educators of the Bahamas. Show features a collection of paintings from the Art Educators of the Bahamas in public and private schools throughout the Bahama Islands. Held at the Central Bank of the Bahamas Gallery. Opening Reception held March 14, from 6 - 9 pm. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 29 - Saturday Walk/Run Competition: Race for The Cure The 8th Annual Walk/Run Competition presented by the Kingdor Parkinson Foundation. A floating trophy awarded to the company/civic organization with the largest number of participants. Begins 6 am at Montagu Beach Park. Registration: $15 (includes T-shirt, water, snacks and an opportunity to win prizes). Trophies and awards presented after event. The Kingdor Parkinson Foundation is devoted to providing education and advocating for persons with Parkinson's disease. T: 324-1126, E: wrensbul@yahoo.com or Ms. Mavis Darling 502-2825 / 393-2515 / 395-4577. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 11 - Friday National Mathematics Competition Presented by The Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture and The College of The Bahamas. Open to primary, junior high and senior high school students with a B grade in mathematics. Entrants will sit a written examination on April 25. The top 10 students in each category will proceed to an oral competition on May 13 - 15. Prizes awarded in each category. Registration deadline is April 11, 2008. T: 322-8140. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 29 - Saturday Hellenic Ball: "Byzantium" Features music by A Night in Athens and Visage. Cocktails 7 pm. Dinner to follow. Dress: Black Tie. Part proceeds in aid of The Hope Centre and The Nazareth Centre. Held in the Imperial Ballroom, Atlantis. Adm: $250. T: Irene Miaoulis at 424-0400 or Kathryn at 362-5665. |  |
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April 11 - 13 Jann Mortimer Volleyball Classic Volleyball classic held in honor of the late Jann Mortimer, former National Team Member and National Coach. National level players from Church League, Bankers League and Night League teams competing. Held at the Kendal Isaacs Gym. Adm: $1. Registration per team: $150. T: Bridgette Rolle at 677-4530 or bridgetterolle@yahoo.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Mar 29 - Saturday 5th Annual Reggae All Stars Concert Presented by Tuff Gong with Bristol Wines & Spirits. 5th Anniversary "Tribute to Bob Marley" concert features performances by Ky-mani Marley, Beenie Man, Tessanne Chin, Elephant Man, Anthony B and more. Special performances by Sammi Starr, Jaheim and Landlord. Gates open 9 pm; showtime 11 pm. Held at Bristol Wine & Spirits Grounds, Gladstone Rd. Tickets: $30 general, $60 VIP, $100 Platinum. Tickets at: Jukebox, Marley Boutique, Gizmos & Gadgets and Bristol Wine & Spirits. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 11 Celebrities On Stage Returns After an Easter break, The Edwards Twins, masters of precision impersonations of celebrities, return on April 11. Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat. Showtime 9 pm. Crystal Palace Casino's Rainforest Theatre. Call: 327-6200 ext 6758. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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April 19 - Saturday Atlantic Medical 10th Annual Fun Walk The popular fun run and walk starts at 6:30 am from the Montagu Beach Foreshore. Registration: $15 adults, $12 children, includes T-shirt. 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. T: 326-8191. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
March 29 Bahamas National Youth Choir Show The world renowned choir presents it Annual Bahamian Cultural Show of music and dance, featuring gospel, classical, secular and original and old songs and numbers. 30 young performers perform in colorful costumes. Also features special guest artiste pianist Lee Callender. Begins 8:30 pm at the Dundas Centre, Mackey St. Adm: 15. T: 393-3728. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 29 - 30 Huey Lewis Concerts Famous rocker Huey Lewis live in concert at Crystal Palace Casino's Rainforest Theatre. Two nights at 9 pm. Tickets from $79. At the Wyndham Nassau Resort. T: 327-6200 ext 6758. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
April 27 - Sunday Presented by Drake Records. 'Reunion' Gospel Impressions and Charles Drake & CMA Ensemble with guest appearances by Kevan McKenzie and Minister Nicole Watson & Prophetic Praise. Adm: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Praise & Worship begins at 7:30 pm at The Church of God Auditorium, Joe Farrington Rd. Tickets at: 100% Bible Bookstore. T: 324-7822. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 30 - Sunday Bahamas Bridal Show Presented by Buttons Bridal & Formal Wear and 50 other wedding suppliers and planners. Features a fashion show, an exhibition and $30,000 in gifts and prizes. Adm: $30, VIP $40. Tickets at: Kelly's, Mall at Marathon and Buttons, Cable Beach Shopping Center. T: 327-5238. Couples should reserve online at www.buttonsformalwear.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March - 30 Hospitality Scholarship Applications Deadline Open to students interested in pursuing studies in tourism and culinary-related fields. Six annual scholarships are being offered to Bahamians to attend the College of The Bahamas Culinary and Hospitality Management Institute (CHMI), through the Patrick S.G. Bain BHA-BHEA-BHC & AWU Hotel Industry Partners Scholarship Fund. Awards to be announced by June 30th. T: Bridget Murray at 322-8381 for eligibility criteria and an application form or visit the Education section of BHA's website at www.bhahotels.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 30 - Sunday FIFA World Cup 2010 Qualification Games First round qualification games for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa. Features the British Virgin Islands vs The Bahamas. Winner advances to face Jamaica in June. 4 pm kickoff. Held at the BFA National Centre for Football Development, Baillou Hills Sporting Complex. W: www.bahamasfootballassoc.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 30 - Sunday Shaback In Concert Shaback live recording concert. Also features the launching of “The True Voice of the Youth” campaign which features high school students from around the island. Begins 7:70 pm at Living Waters Kingdom Ministries, Warren St. Oakes Field. Free admission. | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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March 31 - April 30 Dr. Meyer Rassin Foundation Scholarships Applications are being accepted for scholarships and financial assistance for students pursuing healthcare careers. Deadline for application forms and all supporting documentation is April 30. Forms available at www.doctorshosp.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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