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TO UNSUBSCRIBE or to SUBSCRIBE and FOR AD SALES & TO CONTACT US... E-mail: contact@nassau-weekly.info Tel: 1-242-323-8888 Nassau Weekly Newsletters Ltd #1 Shirley Park Ave P.O. Box N-4855, Nassau, Bahamas Copyright©2007 Nassau Weekly Newsletters Ltd | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Now - Sept 15 James Catalyn & Friends 25th Anniversary at The Dundas Centre. Special guest appearances by Erma Albury, Claudette “Cookie” Allens, Sonia Cox-Hamilton, Gwen Kelly, Stephen Albury, Calvert “Jimmy” Bostwick and Lowell Mortimer. Regular Performances Sept 12 - 15 at 8:30 p.m. Adm: $20. Special Benefit Performance for The AIDS Foundation of The Bahamas Sept 11. Adm: $25. Tickets at The Dundas Centre Box Office. 393-3728 or 394-7179. Reservations also by e-mail: or fax: 393-3342. Tickets non-exchangeable or non-refundable after 3:00. on day of performance. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Now - Oct 20 Yoga Classes Start Hosted by Yoga Teacher Margaret Evans who is registered with Yoga Alliance. Dress code: loose comfortable clothing. Bring a Yoga or exercise mat and a towel. Held at the Trinity Methodist Church in the building halfway between Charlotte & Frederick Streets. Parking is available on Frederick Street. Held Tues & Thurs: Sep 11 - Oct 18 at 6 - 7:30 pm. Adm: $120; Saturdays: Sept 8 - Oct 20 at 10:30 am - 12 noon. Adm: $60. Yoga mats will be on sale at $30 regular or $45 for thick. 394-2121 or 477-3903 E: mevans13@coralwave.com W: www.yogaalliance.org | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept 13 Poetry Reading Ms. Tanya Shirley, part-time lecturer and tutor in the Department of Literature at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus will read from the anthology 'New Caribbean Poetry' and some of her work. Held at the Sine.Qua.Non Gallery, Elizabeth Ave. from 7:30 - 9 pm. Adm: $5. Bring a blanket. 328-8762 or 326-6227. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept 13 - 22 Bahamian Art Show - Work Take a trip to Miami Florida to view new artwork by Bahamian Artists John Cox, Heino Schmid, Blue Curry, Toby Lunn, Jason Bennett and Michael Edwards at an exhibition entitled, “Work!” at Diaspora Vibe Gallery, 3938 N. Miami Ave. Show opens August 9, at 7 pm. Artist Talk: August 11 beginning 2 pm to 4 pm. Gallery hours 10 am - 4 pm, Tues - Sat. 1-305-573-4046. www.popopstudios.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept 25 - 29 Caribbean Crisis Centres Conference The Bahamas Crisis Centre hosts a Conference of Caribbean Crisis Centres under the theme, "Creating Partnerships to Confront Sexual Violence in the Caribbean." The conference aims to promote awareness and advocacy in combating sexual violence. Over 14 participating countries including Dominica, St. Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica and Suriname will be in attendance. Topics include Enlisting Corporate Support, The Undetected Rapist and The Neurobiology of Trauma. The various crisis centres will discuss what the best practices throughout the Caribbean are and will focus on prevention and how men can assist in spreading the message of anti-sexual violence. The sessions will culminate with an Anniversary Banquet for The Bahamas Crisis Centre. Held in the Crystal Ballroom at the Wyndham Nassau Resort. Adm: $100 daily. 323-5589 or 328-0922. www.bahamascrisiscentre.org | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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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. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept-14 'Take Me Back' Gospel Concert This concert features gospel music of the 80s and 90s. Also features two nights of teachings on 'The Church' with guest pastor Deanza Cunningham. Begins 7:30 pm at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Farrington Road. Free admission. 323-1747. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept 15 International Coastal Cleanup Day Hosted by Dolphin Encounters - Project BEACH. Volunteers in New Providence and the family islands will clean up beaches other waterways. Participants in New Providence will clean up Yamacraw Beach, Yamacraw. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept 17 - 19 Singles Conference Hosted by Dr. Myles Munroe. Topics include, Embracing the Kingdom Ideals, Standards and Culture, Re-positioned and Empowered for Dynamic Kingdom Success and Singledom - Happy, Hopeful or Hapless? Guest speakers Pastor Mark Graham of Ontario, California and Evan Ty Adams of Detroit, Michigan. Held at The Diplomat Centre, Carmicheal Road. Free for all. 461-6442/5. E: admin@bfmmm.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept 27 Bahamas Historical Society Meeting Guest speaker Sir Clement Maynard will talk about his recently published volume of his memoirs, entitled "Put On More Speed." The book is a must read for everyone interested in Bahamian history. Held at the Museum of the Bahamas Historical Society, Shirley Street & Elizabeth Avenue beginning at 6 pm. Free admission for all. http://bahamashistoricalsociety.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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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. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept 28 Jewellery Show Doongalik Studios hosts a jewellery show by Nadia Campbell under the theme 'So Long Summer'. Opening night festivities begin at 6 pm to 9 pm at Doongalik Studios Art Gallery, Marina Village, Paradise Island. The exhibition runs until October 12. E: 363-1313. doongalikart@batelnet.bs | | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sept 19 Make 'Em Listen Artist Showcase Showcase features some of Nassau's hottest artists including Alia Coley, Puzzle, Ra Soul, 21, Be, Lady G, Smoothe, West Side Boyz, Voice, Believe & Sky and many more. Hosted by Kemis and Dirt Dogg. Music by DJ Flava. Features phone, jewelry and gift certificate giveaways. Doors open 8 pm, 9 pm showtime. Adm $20 (includes 2 free drinks). Held at The Blue Note Lounge, Cable Beach. www.makeemlisten.net | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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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 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. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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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 original concerts will be honored. 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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Sept 29 JBLN Fun Day & Registration Deadline Held at the Field of Dreams Complex in Nassau East. Enjoy rides and games at the fun day from 11 am to 3 pm. There will be a live remote from 100 JAMZ, a DJ, burgers, hot dogs, pizza and drinks for everyone. This will serve as a fund raiser for the league to provide some needed improvements. Try-Out Day is October 6, 2007 and will include a Tee Ball & Coach Pitch, Minor and Major Leagues and Junior & Senior Leagues. The League's 2008 Season will commence on Jan 12, 2008. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept 22 Men's Grill Challenge The 2nd Annual Catholic Men's Grill Challenge presented by Catholic Archdiocesan Mens' Association. Several catholic churches compete to please professional and celebrity judges. Taste samples of ribs, pork, steak and chicken for $2 or buy steak and chicken dinners for $10. Funds go to much needed programs. From noon - 6pm, St. Francis Cathedral, West St. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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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 honor 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 | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Nov 19 - 21 CRCA Regional Compliance Conference The Caribbean Regional Compliance Association's (CRCA) 4th annual Regional Compliance Conference. The conference will focus on the macro issues facing compliance professional globally, as well as the regional issues facing the industry on a daily basis. A series of guest speakers, workshops and panel discussions will cover a diverse range of topics delivered by leading edge international speakers.Includes deligates from The Bahamas, Barbados, BVI, The Cayman Islands and Trinidad and Tobago. Held at the Hilton British Colonial, Bay St. T: Barb Crompton 905.836.7812. E: admin@crcaconference.com W: www.crcaconference.com | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Sept 24 Clairol Stylist Seminar Hosted by Lowe's Wholesale. Featuring multifaceted cosmetologist and color master James Adams. Two sessions held 9 am - 1 pm and 6 - 8 pm. Enter to win $500 Visa Gift Cards, a trip to the 2008 Bronner Bros or Premier Orlando Hair Show. Held in the Conference Room at Lowe's Wholesale, Soldier Road. Tickets $25 or $30 at the door. Refreshments provided. Available at Lowe's Wholesale. 393-7111 etx: 246. | | ||||||||||||||||||||
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