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Thursday May 31st, 2007

May 30 - June 3

South Andros Regatta

Native sloop races and many activities. T: 394-0446

May 31

BCOC Business After Hours

The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce's business after hours event. Hosted by John Bull, Mall at Marathon location. Live entertainment by Tony Seymour and his band. 6 pm - 9 pm. T: Ms. Antoinette Butler at 322-2145.

May 31 - June 3

Just Rush Labour Day Weekend

Six of the top Junkanoo groups compete for over $100,000 in prizes and includes a performance by reggae superstar Beres Hammondat the Columbus Theater parking lot, downtown, Freeport, Grand Bahama.

May 31 - June 3

5th Andre Rodgers National Baseball Championships

500 participants and 34 teams, including those from Family Islands play in five different age groups from 7 - 25. The opening night is set for May 31 at Freedom Farm park beginning at 7 pm. Games are scheduled at Freedom Farm, St. Andrew's Field of Dreams and Pinewood Baseball Fields.

May 31 - June 2

Marriage Symposium

Hosted by a non-profit organisation and ministry Marriage Keepers, this symposium aims to create an atmosphere in which persons can receive pre-marital and marriage counselling, under the theme: "Loving your love through the seasons." It includes spiritual advice on building and restoring relationships. Held in the ballroom at Super Clubs Breezes. 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm May 31; three sessions on June 1 beginning at 9 am and 8:30 am until June 2.

May 31

Dream-Maker Art Exhibition

Contemporary Bahamian artist Dr. Desiree Cox, who is also a medical doctor, writer, and jazz singer, holds an exhibition described as gateways to the imagination, the beginnings of stories poems, songs and even plays. Opens at Cafe Europa, Charlotte St., oppsoite Hard Rock Café with a reception 6 pm - 9:30 pm.

Advanced Planner

June 6

Fraud Prevention & Detection Seminar

Sepia Associates LLC (USA) invites the public to its one day seminar on Fraud Prevention and Detection. The workshops will be conducted by President of Sepia Associates LLC, Mr. Gordon Moore CPA, CIA, FCA, CA, who has over 40 years in the industry. Topics include Fraud Victims and Fraud Perpetrators, Fraud Statistics and Fraud in the Hospitality, Financial and Non Financial Sectors. Participants will receive a digital analysis software CD to augment existing fraud detection tools. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm at the Hilton. Adm: $400 per person includes all materials and meals. Two participants per organization minimum. www.sepiaassociates.com

May 31

Astro Club Essay Competition Deadline

Enter the competition for a chance to win a telescope. The Astro Club is a family summer camp for astronomy. Apply at the office of Dr. David C. Sands, #11 East Ave., Centerville. T: 323-8879 or email: sands.dc@gmail.com

May 31

The Bahamas Co-operative League Scholarship Deadline

A partial two-year scholarship to COB or other approved tertiary institutions for students pursuing an Associates Degree in Business Management, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, Tourism, Agriculture, Marketing or Banking is being offered. Awarded to a Bahamian student on the basis of academic achievement and financial need. Applications from The Bahamas Co-operative League office, at Oakes Field next to McDonalds. T: 302-0100.

May 31 - June 3

Eleuthera Pineapple Festival

This four-day celebration features live music, parties, a junkanoo parade, craft displays, dancing, a pineapple recipe contest, tours of pineapple farms and a pineathalon, a half-mile swim, 3-mile run and 4.5-mile bike ride. Held in Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera. T: (242) 332-2142.

June 8 - July 29

Junkanoo Summer Festival

The Bahamas' most anticipated summer cultural festival. This year's festival is combined with 'A Walk through History' on Bay St. under the theme, 'Roots, Rhyme and Rhythm.' Enjoy the best contemporary Bahamian entertainment, authentically Bahamian Arts & Craft, a wide assortment of native dishes, culinary demonstrations from award-winning chefs, bread baking demonstrations by experienced rock-oven bakers and more including spectacular Junkanoo rush-outs. Every weekend at Arawak Cay. 2 pm until. T: 302-2074.

June 1

Book Launch & Signing

Eentrepreneur, former manager, consultant & educator, Dr. Albert S. Ferguson hosts a launch and signing of his latest book 'Essential Ingredients For A Fulfilled Life'. Dr. Ferguson is the author of three published novels. Begins 8 am - noon on the front lawn of Albania Christian Academy, East St & Palm Tree Ave. The book can be previewed at www.dralbertsferguson.com. T: 325-4827. E: amla@batelnet.bs

June 22

Essay Competition Deadline

Hosted by The Min. of the Public Service as part of their 8th Annual Public Service Week. Open to junior and senior high school students. Topic: “The Public Service - Promoting Quality Service in the Workplace.” Essay should consist of 250 - 300 words for junior high students and 450 - 500 for senior. Winners will be announced during the 8th Annual Public Service Week Awards Ceremony on October 6th, 2007. Winners will each receive a Dell Desktop 2400 computer with scanner, copier and printer. Entries should be to the attention of Ms. Antionette Thompson, Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of the Public Service. T: 302-9300.

June 1

Labor Day

Members of the labor unions and political parties march in a large parade through downtown Nassau in colorful uniforms. Local bands and a few Junkanoo-ers provide music. The parade ends at the Southern Recreation Grounds where union leaders and local politicians speak. Begins at 10 am.

June 1 - June 3

Barraterre Homecoming Festival & Regatta

Three day festival includes sailing races, delicious native dishes, rake 'n' scrape music, a hoop drill, plaiting the maypole, native crafts, marching band and talent show. Held in Barraterre, Exuma. T: Ms. Mildred Lloyd (242) 357-0786.

June 2

Cancer Society Annual Ball

This annual fundraiser for the Cancer Society is held under the patronage of Prime Minister at the Wyndham Nassau Resort. A cocktail reception and awards ceremony at 7 pm. and dinner and dancing at 8 pm. The ball is the main fundraiser for the Cancer Society's charitable works, outreach programs and the Cancer Caring Centre in Nassau. Tel: 323-4482 or 4441.

June 22

Photo Contest Deadline

Bahamas First's 25th Anniversary Calendar Photo Contest. Open to all photographers. Calendar theme, 'The Bahamas at Play.' Photographs may be of any subject or scene that illustrates the theme and must be taken in The Bahamas. Deliver entry forms and photo entries to Bahamas First General Insurance's office #32 Collins Ave. Fourteen entries will be selected and will appear in Bahamas First's 25th Anniversary 2008 Calendar. A $500 gift certificate will be presented for each winning photograph. T: 302-3900.

June 5

TBN's JCTV BahamaFest

Vision Ministries International's outreach festival features renowned speakers and artists Fred Hammond, The Crabb Family, Dr. Mark Chironna, Dr. Myles Munroe, David Phelps, Nicole C. Mullen, Patricia Bailey, Stryper, Mark Christopher Lawrence, Scott Wood, Danny Ray, Julian Drive, Jamey Ragle, Michael Franzese, Everlife, Patrick Dopson, Jeff Morris, Sean McDowell, KJ-52, Short Tee and many more at Clifford Park, Fort Charlotte. T: 422-1919. Email: vivion@visionmi.com or see: www.visionmi.com

June - August

Police Summer Youth Camp

This year the Youth Camps will be held at different public parks throughout New Providence and the Out Islands. T: 323-3435.

June 7 - 10

Andros Crabfest

Andros celebrates its 10th Annual Crabfest honoring two of Andros' finest - Rev. Harrington Frazier and Mr. Kirkland Bodie. Event features Crab-centred activities, cultural shows, culinary contest, crab clipping contest, rake 'n' scrape and more. Held in Queens Park, Fresh Creek, Andros. T: (242) 363-2286.

CB Scholarship Program 2007 Awards

Commonwealth Bank is offering 10 Scholarship Awards to Bahamian students to attend COB. Applications from any Commonwealth Bank or the Financial Aid & Housing Department at COB. Deadline for applications is July 13, 2007.

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