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In This Issue: November 19, 2009
Bahamas Calendar - VIDEO - Another week
with so many great events. You'll want to be in two places at the same time.
Check out this week's Bahamas Calendar Video as Kristin Marie gives you the
highlights of this week in The Bahamas.
Artist Talk: Toby Lunn - VIDEO -
Bahamian Artist Toby Lunn talks about the deeper meaning behind his latest body
of work, on display at Van Breugel's. And why this will be his last series of
paintings using oil-based paints.
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This week, Kristin Marie interviews
Lynn Gape at The Bahamas National Trust about the exciting
Christmas
Jollification this weekend.
Then, she's off to Port New Providence to talk with Artist Sue Katz who has an
exhibition,
Still Life 2, opening next Tuesday, November 24,
at Doongalik Studios Gallery in Marina Village on Paradise Island.
Also, an interview with Artist Susan Moir-MacKay, from Freeport, who has an
exhibition,
Paradox, opening this Friday, November 20, at the
Gallery at the Popop Center for Visual Arts in Chippingham.
Artist Talk: Toby Lunn
Bahamian painter, Toby Lunn, speaks about his dynamic beginnings
as a young artist and his passionate artistic principles. He reveals the reason
behind his abrupt shift from oil to water-based paints and talks about the
deeper meaning behind his latest body of work, "Vanquish The Dragon", now on
display at Van Breugel's in downtown Nassau.
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Below, you will find events for just the next few days. Our Bahamas Calendar
has the largest listings of Bahamas events available anywhere. Dozens of events,
just for this weekend.
Featured Events
For more information on the events below, or to see all events, visit the
Bahamas Calendar.
No Money, No Honey
The Grand Bahama Players present “No Money, No Honey” by Neil Headley. Gala
Night will be on Thursday, November 19, 7:00pm beginning at 7:00pm. Second
production will be November 20th at 8:00pm.
Guerilla Marketing Seminar
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and the Bahamas Employers Confederation
invite you to an exciting workshop featuring world-renowned Guerrilla
Marketing coach Ed Tate.
Community Health Seminar on Cancer in The Bahamas
The Rotary Club of Nassau hosts a Community Health Seminar on Cancer in The
Bahamas.
The Little Pink Party
Sponsored by BTC, proceeds to aid the fight against breast cancer.
Doctors Hospital Lecture Series: Diabetes
Doctors Hospital Distinguished Lecture Series. Get your blood pressure
checked, cholesterol and glucose testing between 5-6pm. This Month's topic:
Diabetes, with guest speaker Dr. Judson Eneas.
Karaoke Night at Cricket Club
Karaoke Night is every Thursday Night at Cricket Club from 8pm to Midnight.
Sing Bahamian, R&B, Soca, Pop, Motown, Rock, Disco, Reggae, Country, Disney,
TV Theme, Broadway music & much more.
Guitar Hero at Crazy Johnny's
Brand new and the only ones on the island giving you a big screen and big
sound for Guitar Hero. Come to Crazy Johnny's every Thursday night and let
our your inner "Hendrix".
Wine Experience 2009
Burn's House hosts Wine Experience 2009: Grand Tasting & Cognac
Lounge.
A Night of Love Welcome Party: I Love My Bahamian Music
Above The Rim Productions presents, A Night of Love Welcome Party: I Love My
Bahamian Music. Featuring: Bahamian All-Stars like Elon Moxey, Ronnie
Butler, KB, Geno D, Spice, Terez & More.
A View to Thrill Party
Come party '007 Style' at the Freeport Rugby Club. Lots of prizes and
surprises.
Tribute to Michael Jackson
The Boys Choir of the Bahamas give a special performance to honor the
pop-legend Michael Jackson.
Dr. Gail Saunders: The Rich Heritage of Long Island
Yuma Island Club is pleased to host Dr Gail Saunders, Bahamian Historian,
speaking on 'The Rich Heritage of Long Island'. Students, teachers,
parents, tour guides, hotel workers, guest house owners and persons
interested in the history of Long Island are asked to attend.
Paradox at Popopstudios: Opening Night
Susan Moir Mackay's Paradox journeys beyond the illusions of polar
perceptions into deeper shapes of unity and commonality in a new art show.
Opening night is Friday, November 20th, 6pm. Exhibit runs through December
18th. Popopstudios is open Wednesday-Saturday 1-5pm and by appointment. Please
schedule appointments with at least 48 hours notice. Please call Popop for
more information or to schedule an appointment 242-322-7834.
Karaoke Kraze at Hard Rock Nassau
Fridays are Rocking at the Hard Rock
Cafe...if you're not here your lost.
16th Annual Red Ribbon Ball
ColinaImperial and The AIDS Foundation of The Bahamas host their 16th Annual
Red Ribbon Ball. Over the past 16 years raised $700,000 for the AIDS
Foundation. Cocktails start at 7:00pm and the banquet follows at 8:00pm.
A Night of Love: Beres Hammond & Friends
Back by popular demand! Above The Rim (ATR) Productions presents Beres
Hammond and friends presents "A Night of Love" . Special Guests Buju Banton
& Taurrus Riley. Hosted by comedian Damon Williams, special guest
appearances include Morgan Heritage, Sammi Star and Jahem.
BNT's Christmas Jollification 2009
Join the Bahamas National Trust for the Annual Christmas Jollification Saturday, November 21, 11:00am - 5:00pm and Sunday, November 22, Noon -
5:00pm will be open to the public with amazing and delicious food, beautiful
plants and work from some of the most talented artists in The Bahamas.
Children will love 'Jolly Land', the Christmas Crafts area and lots of fun
games.
Harbour Bay Liquor Wine Tasting
Featuring Calistoga Estate & Wente Vineyards Estate Wines.
Mary Star of the Sea Bazaar & Raffle
The popular annual Grand Bahama Event is from Noon to 10:00pm. Come for
your chance to win a red truck Held on the grounds of Mary Star of the Sea,
located on Sunrise Hwy.
Junior Regatta 2009
The Bahamas Sailing Association Junior Regatta 2009.
Optimist Regatta and Raffle! Awards presentation at 3:30 pm.
4th Annual Heart Ball Committee Tea Party & Fashion Show
4th Annual Heart Ball Committee Tea Party & Fashion Show will be held at
Government House from 2:30pm to 5:30pm.
Animal Tales: Encore Performance
Back by popular demand, Animal Tales: Encore Performance. Don't miss your
last chance to see it on November 22nd. Proceeds from the show aid the Humane Society in Grand Bahama.
National Women's Week: Distinguishing Women of Strength and Courage
The National Organization of Women in the Bahamas (NOWAB) is pleased
announced our ninth anniversary celebration under the theme "Distinguishing
Women of Strength and Courage."
In collaboration with the Bureau of Woman's Affairs, we will begin the week
on Sunday, November 22, 2009 with a Thanksgiving service to be held at the
Hillview Seventh Day Adventist Church, Tonique Williams-Darling Highway at
3:00pm.
Cole's & Morley For Men's Annual Holiday Fashion Show
Cole's of Nassau and Morley for Men presents their Annual Holiday Fashion Show
in aid of The Bahamas Humane Society. Cocktails will be served at Noon, the
Luncheon and Show begins at 1pm. Valet Parking will be available.
Opening Night Sue Katz: Still Life 2
Sue Katz presents her latest work. Still Life 2 opens at Doongalik
Studios Art Gallery in Marina Village on Tuesday, November 24th from
6:00-9:00pm. You won’t want to miss this tremendous collection of colorful
artwork and fun.
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77th Annual Junkanoo Jam NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament
Basketball Travelers Inc. presents the 77th Annual Junkanoo Jam. The
tournament hotel is Our Luyaca Beach & Golf Resort. Participating teams:
George Washington, Indiana, Kansas, Marist, Michigan State, Minnesota, UNC
Charlotte, Oklahoma State, South Dakota State, TCU, Virginia, Xavier.
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This Week in The Bahamas
Ingraham Calls For 2,500 Temporary Jobs
Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham is calling for lawmakers to create 2,500
temporary jobs for the next six months to help struggling families.
Crime Destroying Bahamas Tourism
Crime is destroying tourism in the Bahamas. Nassau has already been crippled
with fear but now tourists can not feel safe on Paradise Island either.
Caribbean Sports Icons Honoured In The Bahamas
Caribbean sports honours its heroes in a gala event in The Bahamas where the
second annual Caribbean Awards Sport Icons will be hosted.
Bahamas Joins Female Boxing Rage
The Amateur Boxing Federation of The Bahamas will schedule its first ever female
tournament at the Kendal Isaacs Gymnasium.
College of The Bahamas hosts Nobel Prize Laureate
Derek Walcott, Nobel Prize Laureate, will spend an evening at COB discussing
art, politics and Caribbean culture followed by a book signing.
Bahamas Government Pays Respects to the Late Beryl Hanna
The proceedings in the House of Assembly came to a brief halt when members of
Parliament stopped to pay respect and tribute to the late Beryl Hanna.
Big Helping Hand for Small Bahamas Hotels
The Bahamas Hotel Association hosts a series of workshops and discussions aimed
at owners and operators of hotels with 75 rooms and under.
DJ Todd Stylez Is the Bahamasa4 Number-One Export
The Bahamian capital has always swung to a relatively citified beat, so it only
makes sense that the beat-crazed DJ Todd Stylez would rise from there.
More Foreign Capital To Prop Up Bahamian Economy
A $300 million bond issue by the Bahamas government, intended to reschedule an
existing $200 million loan, has been successful with US investors.
'New Castro, Same Cuba'
Cuba remains as repressive under Raul Castro as it was under his brother Fidel,
according to the first in-depth report of the island's human rights.
China and The Bahamas Getting Cozy
The Bahamas and the People's Republic of China are strengthening ties on a
number of levels, heightened by the visit of His Excellency Yikang Jiang.
Downtown Nassau Holiday Window Decorating Contest
The Downtown Nassau Partnership has announced sponsorship of the first annual
Holiday Window and Storefront Decorating Contest.
New Flights Cleared For Takeoff To The Bahamas
Ft. Lauderdale-based airline, Locair offers new passenger & cargo service from
South Florida & Tampa Bay to the Family Islands of The Bahamas.
Road Death Tolls is a Major Concern For All
November has been proclaimed Road Safety Month by the Road Traffic Department.
There have been over 500 traffic fatalities in the past 10 years.
Bahamian To Be Extradited To US On Human Trafficking Charges
The Court of Appeal has ordered the extradition of a Bahamian man wanted in
Florida on human smuggling charges.
Bahamas Men's Rugby Team Playing Like Champions
After two big wins, The Bahamas Men's National Rugby Team is inching closer to
earning a spot in the NACRA Championship, taking place in Mexico.
Bahamas Real Estate Project, The Balmoral To Complete Phase I
The Balmoral, a Bahamian real estate development project is moving forward this
quarter, allowing for the completion of Phase I construction.
New 'Mahatmobile' Announces Bahamas Young Chef Contest
The latest in an on-going series of promotional "Mahatmobile" vehicles has
arrived just in time to announce the 20th Annual "Young Chef" Contest.
14 Armed Robberies In The Bahamas In One Week
Fourteen armed robberies have been reported last week, and the violent crimes
are expected to continue as is typical every year before Christmas.
Travolta Wants Bahamas Blackmail Case Retried In The US
John Travolta wants the attempted extortion retrial moved to the United States
where he is more likely to have a fair trial.
Sue Katz Colourful Art Show Opens At Doongalik Studios At Atlantis
Doongalik Studios Art Gallery features the
opening of a collection of paintings by artist Sue Katz entitled "Still Life 2"
on Tuesday November 24.
Ease Stress With Dark Chocolate
A study has found that eating about an ounce and a half of dark chocolate a day
for two weeks can reduce levels of stress hormones.
Practice Better Breathing For A Healthy Life
Healthy and balanced breathing patterns ensure a healthy body and a clear, calm,
and tranquil mind with little or no room for disease.
Atlantis Sues Gambler It Lent $1 Million Despite Las Vegas Debt
High stakes problem gambler Harry Kakavas was lent $1 million by the Atlantis
casino despite knowing he owed $5 million to casinos in Las Vegas.
Bahamas Telecommunications In Fight With Vodafone And O'Brien
Vodafone is locking horns with Irish mobile phone billionaire Denis O'Brien in
the Bahamas in a fight for control of the country's telecoms company.
Failed Bahama Island Condo Linked To US Developer
A South Carolina developer is accused of bilking investors out of $5.4 million
in a failed Bahama Island condominium resort.
Cayman Islands Hedge Fund Subject Of UK Probe
Britain's Serious Fraud Office (SFO) opened a criminal investigation following investor complaints
against Cayman-based hedge fund Dynamic Decision.
'Suspicious' Death at PI Resort Under Investigation
Police sought to determine whether an American guest staying at the Paradise Island Harbour Resort jumped to her death or was
the victim of foul play.
Revealing a Fractured System - Attorney General in Brenton Smith Case
The coroner's inquest into the death of 18-year-old Brenton Smith took an unexpected twist yesterday and is
revealing a fractured system.
Sir Sean Connery Recouperates In The Bahamas
The 007 Bond legend, Sir Sean Connery, is now
back at his home in the Bahamas recouperating after surgery for a dislocated
shoulder.
Nygard's Bahamas 'Treehouse' Sets Fire
Early morning yesterday, Canadian businessman and fashion designer Peter Nygard's Bahamian home set fire
causing extensive damage
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