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Mar 29

Cocktail Receptions For All COB Graduates

The College of The Bahamas's new Alumni Relations & Development (AR&D) department will play an integral role in the transition of COB into a University. The department, under the President's office, invites graduates of each COB school to a series of four cocktail receptions at President Janyne Hodder's home. On Thursday March 29, graduates from the Bahamas Hotel Training College or the College's Culinary and Hospitality Management Institute are invited; on April 26th, graduates of the School of Business are invited; on May 3rd, graduates from The Schools of Communication and Creative Arts, English and Social Sciences and on May 10, graduates from The Schools of Science & Technology and Education. RSVP's are essential to attend. Call: 302-4301 or email: alumni@cob.edu.bs.

Mar 29 - April 15

Circus Maximus At RM Bailey Park

Annual Circus come to R.M. Bailey Park. Famous performing elephants and dogs, acrobats, giant space wheel, world class clowns and human cannonball. Mon - Fri 7 pm and 9 pm. Sat and Sun 5 pm, 7 pm and 9:30 pm. General admission $15 adults, $10 children. VIP $20 per person. Receive 50% off coupon with purchase from Burger King.

Mar 29-31

All-Andros & Berry Islands Regatta

Over 30 sailing sloops compete at the Frank Hanna All-Andros and Berry Islands Regatta in Morgan's Bluff, Andros. This major sailing event is a prelude to the National Family Island Regatta in George Town, Exuma on April 24-28. Organisers say the prize money will match the Exuma races' purse which includes $40,000 from the government. The A, B and C-classes sloops will vie for the 'Baha Mar Boat of the Year' $35,000 award. Non-stop food, drinks and entertainment. The Long Island Regatta starts on May 25. Call Frank Hanna: 323-4531, Copimaxx: 328-2679, or Bahamas Ferries: 323-2166 for more information.

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Spring 2007

Mar 30

An Evening of Music for Passiontide

Bel Canto presents an Evening of Music for The Passiontide directed by Eldridge McPhee and featuring soloists Nikita Wells, Alan Butler, Naomi Godet Taylor, Eldridge McPhee and Lillian Bastian with renowned organist Matthew Steynor. Held at Trinity Methodist Church, Frederick St at 8 pm. The concert is free with a collection will be taken to support travel expenses for the Bel Canto singers.

Mar 31

Lennox Paton Youth Rugby Sevens

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

Mar 30

Historical Society Talk - Peter J. Roberts - Bahamas DNA Genealogy Project

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

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

Apr 7

Mini Circus & Easter Egg Hunt

Circus Maximus and The Mall at Marathon spring into Easter with their 10th Annual Easter Egg Hunt. The activities begin at 10:30 am with a mini Circus performance at Centre Court. Hunt

Mar 30 & 31

Nassau Music Society Concert The Albek Trio

The Nassau Music Society presents The Albek Trio featuring Fiona Albek on piano, Ambra Albek on violin and Job Linus Weber on cello, with a program comprising Mozart, Falla, Shostakovich and Smetana. At St Paul's, Lyford Cay on March 30 at 8pm and at St Andrews Kirk, Shirley St on March 31st at 8pm. Tickets are: $25 for members, $35 for Non-Members and $10 for students and are available from The Offices of AD Hanna & Co: 322-8306, Star General Insurance: 393-5529, Moir & Co: 362-4895. Season sponsors are: Fidelity, SG Hambros, Pictet Bank & Trust, RoyalStar Assurance. See: www.nassaumusicsociety.com or e-mail: pht@coralwave.com. Call 327-7668.

begins at 11am in the grassy area outside the new wing bus stop entrance.

Apr 12

BHA Allied Trade Show & Expo

Mar 30

Wedding Date At Breezes

SuperClubs Breezes Resort and Buttons Bridal & Formal Wear. Free for VIP ticket holders to the Bridal Show coming on April 15. T: 327-5238. www.buttonsformalwear.com

Mar 30 - April 14

Soraya Chemaly Art Exhibition

Doongalik Studios Art Gallery at Marina Village on Paradise Island presents works by the internationally published artist Soraya Chemaly in her first Bahamian exhibition under the title "Splendid Spring". Register at the gallery for a chance to win a signed opening edition print. Private reception (invitees only) to meet the artist from 6 - 9 pm. Wine provided by Butler & Sands. T: 363-1313. E: doongalikart@batelnet.bs

The Bahamas Hotel Association holds it's 5th Annual Trade Show & Expo featuring scores of exhibits by Allied Member suppliers for the hotel and restaurant industries. Exhibits include foods & beverages; room, kitchen & bar equipment; technology, services and consulting. Live food preparation demos and one-on-one meetings between Allied suppliers and hotel purchasing executives. Excellent opportunity to network and gain new business customers. Free admission for the business public. Booths available for Allied members from the BHA. T: 322-8381. From 12 noon - 8 pm at Wyndham Nassau Resort Convention Center.

Mar 31

COB $24,000 Scholarship Application Deadline

The College of The Bahamas is now accepting applications for the prestigious President's Scholars Programme, awarded to high-achieving, highly-motivated students pursuing a first-time bachelors degree in Fall 2007. Benefits include Scholarship Award of $24,000.00 ($6,000.00 per year for 4 years). Get applications from www.cob.edu.bs., and deliver them to COB's Office of Student Leadership or mail them to P.O. Box N-4912. T: 302-4559.

Apr15

19th Annual Bahamas Bridal Show

Mar 31

Kingdor Parkinson's Walk/Run Competition

Kingdor Parkinson Foundation presents 7th Annual Walk/Run Competition. Begins 6 am at Montagu Beach Park. Registration $12 adults $10 kids. Trophies and awards presented after event. The Kingdor Parkinson Foundation is devoted to providing education and advocating for persons with Parkinson's disease. Call Kingdor Parkinson Foundation

Mr. Wrensworth Butler 324-1126, E: wrensbul@yahoo.com or Ms. Mavis Darling 502-2825 / 393-2515 / 395-4577.

Held under the title "A Dream Come True," at the Wyndham Nassau Resort, Cable Beach. Event features a fashion show, 'To-Be Wed' game show, wedding demos, food, cake and champagne

sampling and 'Wedding Dreams' radio talk show. Register to win $30,000 in great prizes. Register on-line at www.buttonsformalwear.com. Tickets from Kelly's or Buttons Bridal and Formal wear. T: 327-8896 or 327-5238.

Mar 31 & Apr 7

Town Centre Mall Easter Eggstravaganza

Easter celebrations the at the Town Centre Mall. Easter egg hunt, petting zoo arts and crafts for the kids and special appearance by the Easter Bunny. Performances by TracyTracy, DJ Counselor, Mr. Lynx, Ta Da, Chariots of Fire and more. Fun for the whole family. 12 noon - 5 pm. Free admission.

Apr 18

Bahamas Human Resources Development Association Meeting

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. The Tomlinson Scholarship is funded by High Tor Limited and family members in memory of Mr Joseph Tomlinson.

The Bahamas Human Resources Development Association will hold a key meeting at Luciano's of Chicago, East Bay Street, under

the topic "Building Human Relations - breaking barriers in Labour Relations." HR practitioners, entrepreneurs and human resources college students are invited. Meetings will now be held every third Wednesday at Luciano's at 12:30 pm.

Mar 31

Bahamas National Trust Spring Fling

The Bahamas National Trust's day of fun, creative learning activities and entertainment for the whole family. Activities include delicious food and beverages, children's crafts and old fashion games such as hoola-hoop, hop scotch, jack stones and marbles. Educational talks and adult craft and gardening workshops will be conducted. Exhibitors will include various Bahamian artists, craft vendors and small businesses. At the Retreat Gardens National Park, Village Road. ADM: $2 children, $5 Adults. Tel: 393-1317 or E-mail:bnt@bahamasnationaltrust.org

Apr 18

Battle in The Bahamas

Mar 31

Project Read Volunteer Call & Tutor Training

Project Read Bahamas, an adult literacy charity, hosts a call for volunteers and a tutor training seminar. Volunteer tutors are trained in the effective "each one teach one" methods pioneered by Laubach. A backlist of 65 students are waiting for help! Please encourage friends and family to volunteer or to support financially. At Doctors Hospital from 9 am - 4 pm. Call Brian Moodie, Chairperson. Tel: 502-6505. E: arthurlue@yahoo.com

The Bahamas' top fighters box against US opponents, viewed by 90 million+ viewers on ESPN Live Wednesday Fight Nights, televised for the first time in the Bahamas. Bouts include: Bahamian heavyweight Sherman 'The Tank' Williams (32W, 13KO, 10L, 2D) vs Ronald Bellamy; super middle weight Jermaine 'Choo Choo' Mackey (12W, 9KO, 1L, 0D) vs Julius Fogle; Light flyweight Stephanie Dobbs vs Treasure Saunders and American heavyweights 'Rapid Fire' Chris Byrd (39W, 20KO, 3L, 1D) vs 'Italian Hitman' Paul Marinaccio (22W, 9KO, 2L, 2D) and possibly cruiserweight Rob Calloway. Bahamian 'Tank' Williams currently holds the NBA World Title and WBC Continental belt. 'Choo Choo' Mackey is the WBO's Caribbean Boxing Federation Champion. Come out and support our world-class stars! Held at Clifford Park, Fort Charlotte starting 7pm. Tickets from The Juke Box or First Class Promotions. T:393-4891 or 356-5312.

Mar 31

4th Annual Reggae All Stars Concert

Tuff Gong with Bristol Wines & Spirits hold a concert with Ky-mani Marley, Wayne Wonder, Ken Boothe, Half Pint, Barrington Levy, Elephant Man, T.O.K. and Blessed. Hosted by Empress Renee of 100 Jamz and Fat Back of More 94FM. Special guests included Rita Marley. Gates open 9 pm; showtime 11 pm. Tickets: $30 general, $60 VIP, $150 Backstage from the Jukebox. Marley Boutique, Sexy Thing. Gizmos & Gadgets and The Satellite Warehouse.

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