Bahama Islands Info Newsletter

News :: Events :: Opportunities

VOL V. No. 1, May 21, 2015

This week in Bahama Islands Info

National News

Nassau News

Grand Bahama News

Column: Humane Society of Grand Bahama update

Family Islands & Abaco News

Arts & Entertainment News

Column: At the Movies

Sports News

Column: Weekly fishing report

Freedback: Letter to the Editor

NEMA team undergoes hazardous material response exercise in Rhode Island

The National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, led a delegation to the Rhode Island National Guard, Civil Support Team and Federal Emergency Management Agency Region 1 Hazardous Material Response Exercise. The workshop was held in Warwick, Rhode Island, United States from May 4-7, 2015.

The purpose of the exercise was knowledge exchange between the Bahamian team and the Rhode Island National Guard. The objectives were to test, evaluate and enhance Protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during simulated hazardous materials incidents.

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Commonwealth Brewery Ltd. pours imagination into two new non-alcoholic drinks

Commonwealth Brewery Limited, the company that is synonymous with Heineken and Kalik, raised their glasses to two new beverages this week, launching a non-alcoholic version of Kalik and a reduced calorie, fruit based natural malt soft drink. Both were unveiled at a customer and media event hosted by the nation's leading manufacturer and distributor of spirits, wines and beer at its 150,000 square foot brewery at Clifton Pier in Nassau.

"Today's launch marks another milestone in the journey of CBL, demonstrating that we are an ever evolving company, recognizing and answering current market needs and getting out in front of new industry trends," said Managing Director Hans Neven. "With the introduction of these two new brands, we are expanding our position in the non-alcoholic beverage category. Both beverages were years in development. And we believe that both - the non-alcoholic Kalik called Kalik Radler 0.0% and the two flavours of the new fruit-based malt drink Fayrouz - will quench the thirst of customers and increase loyalty and satisfaction by offering drinks that are tasty, refreshing and healthy alternatives to existing options."

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Scotiabank hosts client reception

Scotiabank's Corporate and Commercial Banking (CCBC) team recently hosted a cocktail reception for key clients and industry partners at the branch in Regent Centre, Freeport. The branch came alive, after closure, for a memorable evening filled with networking, scrumptious cuisine and smooth jazz sounds by popular local band, Phase Four.

Sean Albert, Managing Director of Scotiabank in The Bahamas, was on hand for the special occasion. Highlighting that Scotiabank has been a part of the Bahamian community for almost 60 years, Albert for gave a brief history of the Bank, which has a presence in over 55 countries. "Scotiabank is Canada's most international bank. We are dedicated to helping our 21 million customers become financially better off."

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Teamwork makes Raymond Street shine

Being a good corporate citizen is something that is taken very seriously at Bahamas Waste. Recently the company proved their commitment by donating the supplies necessary to do a much needed clean-up on Raymond Street.

"We have been working with Violets Are Blue (Ltd.) and Rotary for the better part of a year identifying areas of need, getting in there and cleaning them up," said Francisco de Cardenas, Managing Director at Bahamas Waste. "Recently, it was brought to our attention that Mrs. Martha Dean, an eighty-five year old resident of Raymond Street was in need of serious help and we thought to ourselves that there was no better cause than this one."

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Cable Bahamas and Cash 'N Go team up to provide more payment locations for customers

In a move to meet customer requests for additional pay centres, Cable Bahamas has partnered with Cash 'N Go to offer alternative sites for subscribers to make bill payments. As of this week, Cable Bahamas customers in New Providence can visit one of the six Cash 'N Go locations on the island to pay for their REV services.

The alternative payment sites include three Cash 'N Go centres on Bay Street, Rosetta Street and Carmichael Road, as well as three Cash 'N Go Bill Express locations on Prince Charles Drive, Gladstone Road South and The Shoppes at Cable Beach. The REV Store at the Mall at Marathon will remain the primary location for all customer needs, including bill payments, account inquiries, transfers, new service activations and disconnections.

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Primary school students get fun lessons on water conservation from WSC

Did you know that it takes 2,700 gallons of water to make a burger? That was just one of the fun facts that over two hundred and fifty children learned last week with the Bahamas National Trust (BNT), Water & Sewerage Corporation (WSC) and Miya Bahamas. As WSC embarks on a month-long celebration filled with water activities to commemorate Water Month, they took the time to educate young primary school students about the importance of water in all of our lives.

"Reaching out to these wonderful primary students is very important to us," said Chrisnor Stuart, Public Relations and Marketing rep at WSC. "We were excited to team up with the Bahamas National Trust and Miya Bahamas to help educate local children on the importance of water in our lives and our goals not to waste it, but treasure it."

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Island Living announces appointment of veteran broker Christine Wallace-Whitfield

Island Living Real Estate has announced the appointment of Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) Director and veteran real estate broker Christine Wallace-Whitfield, BRI, CRS, as the firm's second broker and the first member to hold the prestigious CRS designation.

"We are delighted to announce the appointment of Christine Wallace Whitfield," said Island Living President Rachel Pinder. "She not only brings a wealth of experience in the profession, but has demonstrated over a 17-year career that she understands what it takes to earn a client's trust and loyalty. That quality is especially important in a boutique firm like Island Living where reputation is not gained by international alliance but through every transaction."

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Grand Bahama Technical Cadet Corps celebrates 20th anniversary with 30 graduates

The Grand Bahama Technical Cadet Corps Programme (TCCP) celebrated 30 cadets during a graduation ceremony held at the Grand Lucayan Ballroom in Freeport, Grand Bahama. This year also marked the 20thanniversary of the Grand Bahama TCCP. The 13 females and 17 males represented four high schools namely; St. Georges High School, Eight Mile Rock High School, Sunland Baptist Academy and Grand Bahama Academy.

Under the theme "Embracing Technology Today, the Foundation of Tomorrow," the cadets were charged to take the skills they learned during the past three years and use them to avail themselves to the countless opportunities in the world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

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Students graduate from environmental program

Friends and family members filled the halls of Wallace Groves Auditorium of Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School to cheer on just under 30 students as they walked across the stage as certified leaders and environmentalists graduating from the Youth Environment Ambassador (YEA) program spearheaded by fast-growing environmental group, Save The Bays (STB).

The program is formed in partnership with Glover & Associates Inc. and international training company, Center for Creative Leadership. YEA Program Director Joseph Darville said the graduation is symbolic of a milestone that will make a difference in the future appreciation and protection of the environment.

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Shipyard employees participate in inaugural health fair

Investing in your health is a great way to invest in yourself, and over 400 employees from Grand Bahama Shipyard (GBS), along with their families, invested in their health over the weekend at GBS' first health fair. The health fair, held at Nesbitt Rentals, was designed to encourage employees to pay more attention to their health and welfare.

"We are really trying to promote a healthy lifestyle for our staff members and their families, and our vendors helped to promote a number of ways they can be healthy," said Kay Smith, Director of Human Resources and Community Relations.

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Ray Lightbourne promoted to assistant superintendent at Bradford Marine Bahamas

Bradford Marine Bahamas, Ltd. is proud to announce the promotion of Ray Lightbourne to Assistant Superintendent-Bahamas. Ray, a Freeport local, was hired by Bradford Marine Bahamas in 2010.

As a certified Scuba Diver, Ray started his Bradford career in the Lift Department, inspecting the underwater docking in the drydock area and acting as the "eyes" for the surface docking crew. Ray's experience as a captain led him to oversee the training operations for Bradford Marine tug boats that maneuver the yachts and commercial vessels into the 1,200 ton Floating Drydock. Having a strong knowledge of IT and computer networking, Ray effectively worked his way up to IT Specialist and Assistant Drydock Manager.

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Freeport customer jetting off to Miami thanks to CIBC FirstCaribbean

The grand prize winner in CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank's recent "Give More, Get More" promotion is looking forward to enjoying a trip for two to Miami.

Marvin Pelley, 67, a retiree who has banked with CIBC FirstCaribbean in Freeport for 15 years, was awarded his prize in a brief presentation at the bank's East Mall branch in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Recalling how he reacted to news of the win, Mr. Pelley said, "I didn't expect to win! I was very, very happy and pleasantly surprised."

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Sparkle and Ali, Star and George - just a few of the beautiful pets available at the Humane Society of Grand Bahama

Over and over we hear, people just have no idea of the quality of dogs and cats at our shelter looking for forever homes. We are showcasing a few this week. But please know at any given time we have up to 200 dogs and puppies and up to 80 cats and kittens, all in need of homes. There is nothing wrong with these pets! They ended up in our shelter through no fault of their own, and honestly, the public is really missing out on some amazing animals by not checking us out!

Ali the pitcake was found by us three years ago running down GB Highway. We suspect she had been dumped. This little dog is the most amazing dog ever. She goes with us on school visits and loves to give kisses to all the students. When she gets tired of giving kisses she flops over for belly rubs. She is only about 40 lbs. She is long overdue for a home of her own.

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Bimini Big Game Club Resort & Marina's goodwill program to assist young girl to obtain corrective eye surgery

As part of its ongoing Community Goodwill program, management at the Bimini Big Game Club Resort & Marina is assisting a young, local high school student to travel to the United States for corrective eye surgery. General Manager Dafna Ronis recently donated $1,000 to Lisa Util, a 15-year-old for airfare to fly Lisa to the United States for the surgery procedure.

Tulsa, Oklahoma optometrist Tom Vanderpool and group of surgeons from the Triad Medical Center are donating testing, surgery and after-care. Vanderpool recently met Lisa on a trip to Bimini.

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Government presents single largest regatta subvention

It was all smiles today at the Island Traders Building on Bay Street when the Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Local Government the Hon. V. Alfred Gray announced that the government will assist the All Eleuthera Regatta Committee this year to the tune of $45,000, the single largest public subvention to date for family island regattas. This year's regatta will be held at Governor's Harbour during the week leading up to the annual Independence Day celebrations.

"Let me say that regattas are very important to the economic landscape of these family islands" said Minister Gray, highlighting the government's deepening commitment to this important cultural, economic and historic event. Minister Gray promised that as the Minister with responsibility for regattas, he will be "ensuring that this regatta be the biggest regatta in the history of Eleuthera."

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Jobs forecast for South Eleuthera with Cotton Bay resurgence

Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. Perry G. Christie led a delegation of Cabinet Ministers and senior government officials to South Eleuthera to witness the signing of a Heads of Agreement between the Government of The Bahamas, Cotton Bay Holdings Limited, and Mine Holdings Limited on Friday, May 15, 2015 in Rock Sound.

The Heads of Agreement is for the construction of a five-star, $100 million luxury Four Seasons 115-room boutique hotel, 40 private residences, an 18- hole world class Robert Trent Jones golf course, spa, restaurants, recreational facilities, a commercial shopping center and employee housing. Initial buildout is expected to generate 200 construction jobs, and 300 permanent jobs for the operation of the resort.

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Conch colouring competition almost done

When it comes to protecting our natural resources, getting youngsters involved is important as they'll continue to protect these resources as they get older. This is the idea behind the Bahamas National Trust's (BNT) recent kids colouring page and activity booklet, which focuses on students ages three to twelve.

Each week, two students are selected as winners of the conch colouring competition, and the BNT is encouraging students in both Nassau and Grand Bahama to continue to participate. The competition will be going on until May 22nd.

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'Potcakin' by Trevor Tucker opens May 24 at Doongalik Studios

'Potcakin', a one-man show of paintings by Trevor Tucker, will hold its official Opening on Sunday, May 24 from 4-7pm at Doongalik Studios Art Gallery on Village Road.

Trevor Tucker was born on March 2nd 1977 in Nassau, Bahamas where he currently lives and works. As an artist, teacher, husband, and father of two, Tucker is always looking for new ways to express his creativity. In 2012 he decided to expand his horizons into the commercial sale of his art with the creation of his business 'Trevor Tucker Original Bahamian Art'.

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BTVI fashion students to create beauty queen designs

Fashion Design students of The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) will have an opportunity of a lifetime this summer when they showcase their talents during the Miss Bahamas Organization's (MBO) Top Model competition. Dubbed Fashion in the Sky, the competition slated for August 8th, 2015, is one of the preliminary events of the Miss Universe Bahamas and Miss World Bahamas pageants.

Each pageant contestant will be paired with a current or former BTVI student during one of the fashion show scenes. MBO's Director of Media Relations, Jerome Sawyer said while there will be judges to find the top model among contestants, there will also be judges to find the top designs on the runway. A winner, along with first and second runners-up will be chosen.

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Freeport Players' Guild and YARD group present 'Operation: Island Hunt'

The Young Adults Regency Drama (YARD) Group and the Freeport Players' Guild, will host an island-wide scavenger hunt under the theme "Operation: Island Hunt" on Sunday, May 31st. As the organization is still in its early stage, The YARD Group anticipates that this social event will present an awesome opportunity for the young thespians to build lasting relationships with some of the community's influential groups.

The social event will kick-off with a registration period beginning at 2:30 p.m. at The Regency Theatre. The hunt will commence promptly at 3:30 p.m. and will conclude at 8:00p.m in the Regency Theatre parking lot. There, the winners of the scavenger hunt will be announced.

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At the Movies - Avengers: Age Of Ultron

The tagline for this movie: A New Age Begins. When the benefactor of a superhero team attempts to start a global peacekeeping program using an experimental artificial intelligence, it is up to that superhero team to stop it when it goes out of control. In the process each member must come to grips with their own greatest fear while combating new powered beings who do not see them as heroes but as villains.

This is quite the way to end Phase 2 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and as we move into Phase 3 with the next batch of movies I can only imagine the wonders they have in store for us. Joss Whedon shows that he is the man for the job when handling this many personalities in one big superhero movie and even though this movie is not as streamlined as the first Avengers motion picture because of all the plot threads it has to tie up from other films while laying groundwork to set up plot threads which will pay off in new movies I have to admit that the action scenes in this film are something to behold.

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Soccer camp sets its sights high

This year's Grand Bahama soccer camp will field the most highly-qualified team of visiting coaches in the annual event's 11-year history. The trio from the UK all have professional level coaching licenses and have then gone on to successfully complete further programmes aimed at making them particularly skilled in working with young people. In the process they learned how to blend high-level teaching with making kids have fun.

All have since set thousands of children on the pathway to becoming quality players, with one having coached a youngster who went on to play for England as a full international. Well over 100 children are again expected to sign up for the week of fun and games which is being held at Freeport Rugby and Football Club in East Settlers Way.

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Bahamas Billfish Championship: Green Turtle Cay Championship was a 'Hit N Run'

The second leg of the 2015 Bahamas Billfish Championship recently wrapped up down in rustic Green Turtle Cay in the Abacos and it was one heck of a fishing tournament, not to mention a good time!

Hit N Run, a 68-foot F&S owned by Byron Russell killed it on the last day out on the water and took home first place honors. They released four white marlin, a sailfish and completed the day with a blue marlin for a Grand Slam! Lady Angler Michelle Keeney, fishing aboard Hit N Run, took home the Top Lady Angler trophy.

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Bahamas weekly fishing report from Harbourside Marine

Fishing report as of May 14, 2015:

Nassau: Captain Adam Russell reports that it has been a bit slow but he is still catching a few mahi and blackfin.

North Exuma, Highbourne Cay: As of yesterday they have been catching wahoo and mahi out of Highbourne Cay.

Andros: Captain Mark Kooskalis reports catching a few 15lb mahi and a few blackfin tuna off of the southern buoy this week.

Photo: Abaco - Andrea with the first mahi catch ever last week.

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Nassau traffic woes

Can the persons in charge of traffic lights, please study and reprogramme the Village Road/Wulff Road/ Johnson Road/Soldier Road/Parkgate Road junctions travelling north during the early morning traffic period?

It is total chaos as the double traffic lanes feeding north into Village Road from all directions cause a backup of frustrating proportions while the two lanes of traffic attempt to merge at the Parkgate traffic light whilst motorists are also entering from Blair.

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Muddasick! What's bugging you?

What's bugging you? Got a Muddasick? Here's your chance to say your piece! Send your Muddasick to info@bahamaislandsinfo.com and we may just put it in print.

NASSAU EVENTS

Bahamas National Holidays - Click HERE to view the 2015 calendar.

May 21: Doctors Hospital Lecture Series - Women Only! Health talk with Dr Sheena Antonio-Collie. 6pm, Conference Room, Dowdeswell St.

May 21: One Night Exhibition: "Homegrown" - 6:30pm-9:30pm Governor's Ballroom, British Colonial Hilton. An exhibition of the latest collection of paintings from Jonathan Bethel. RSVP 557-4460.

May 22: Exhibition: "Keeping Connected" - The Glass Bridge Gallery, Melia Nassau Beach. Works by Allen Wallace, Averia Wright, Edrin Chris Symonette, Heino Schmid, Jessica Colebrooke, John Cox, June Collie, Sue Katz-Lightbourn and Toby Lunn.

May 23: Big Spring Clean Trunk Show - 9am-2pm at Doongalik Studios Art Gallery, #20 Village Rd. 394-1886 for info.

May 24: 'Potcakin' - a one-man show of paintings by Trevor Tucker. 4-7pm at Doongalik Studios Art Gallery on Village Road. Click HERE to read more.

May 28: Broadway Under the Stars: Dinner & Concert - 9pm-11pm at Sapodilla, West Bay Street. Tickets at Logos or Sapodilla. A Rotary event.

May 29-30: Freeport High alumni in Nassau events - Meet & Greet on the 29th, 6pm at Seafood Haven, Arawak Cay. Beach Bash at Saunders Beach on Sunday. Contact fahs.bmeswarrior@gmail.com for more info.

May 30: Save our Summer Concert - 3pm-12am at the Green Parrot Bar and Grill, East Bay Street. Click HERE to view the poster.

May 31: Opera in Paradise: Opera Concert - 8pm in the Atlantis Theatre, Paradise Island. A Rotary event.

June 13: Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga at Atlantis - Imperial Ballroom. Call 363-6601 or visit the Atlantis Box Office.

June 18: Doctors Hospital Lecture Series - Men Only! Health talk 6pm, Conference Room, Dowdeswell St.

June 21: Potcakeman Sprint Mixed Team Relay - Another chance for your team of 4! Click HERE to learn more.

July 11: Bahamian Icon Awards - at the Melia Nassau Beach. Tickets on sale now. Click HERE to learn more.

August 23: Colour Run - 3rd annual bash of colourful fun! Click HERE to learn more.

September 5: Potcakeman Triathlon - at Jaws Beach. Individuals and teams compete in this swim-bike-run-party charity race. Click HERE to visit the website.

September 5: Keith Urban at Atlantis - Click HERE to learn more and book.

November 22: Bahamas Half Marathon - Half Marathon, Relay and 10K event. Sold-out in 2014, don't miss it! Click HERE to visit the website.

November 25-27: Battle 4 Atlantis - Basketball tournament. Click HERE to visit the website.

November 28: BREEF Gala - Theme: Under the Sea. More info coming, save the date!

December 5-12: BIFF 2015 - The 12th annual Bahamas International Film Festival returns. Click HERE to visit the website.

January 16-17, 2016: Marathon Bahamas Weekend - Includes marathon, relay, half marathon and Susan G. Komen 5K. Click HERE to visit the website.

February 14: Ride For Hope - The Bahamas' most popular charity event on two wheels will be offering up some Valentine's fun in 2016. Click HERE to visit the website for updates throughout the year.

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GRAND BAHAMA EVENTS

May 23: Special Olympics Torch Run - 5K with a 10am start. Click HERE to download the information sheet.

May 23: Posh Paws Fashion Show - to benefit the Humane Society of Grand Bahama - in Port Lucaya. Click HERE for all the details.

May 23: Rugby - Freeport Old Boys v ORBS at the Rugby Club on Settlers Way.

May 23: 2nd Annual Old Freetown Fire Half Food & Heritage Festival - Family Fun Day and Pre-party. 11:00am-8:00pm, on the grounds of East End Pre-School.

May 24: Cycling Time Trial NEW! Cyclists battle the clock for the win! 4pm on GB Hwy across from the airport. Click HERE for information and registration form.

May 24: NewLife Natural Vegetation Presents Knowledge Night - 3pm at Le Chateau on the Green ($20). Knowledge, entertainment and good food. Special Guest Mr. Jay Mitchell. Click HERE for details.

May 24: End to End Band presents 'Sing Unto the Lord' - Single Release Concert 7:00 pm at BFM - Seahorse Plaza. Performing: Vanessa Clarke, Rsa Rs, Pastor Shandalene Grant, Minister Tracy Knowles. Box Office: Seventeen Shop.

May 25: Great Bahamian cooking and entertainment - including a performance by KB! 11:00am-8:00pm, on the grounds of East End Pre-School.

May 28: Ministry of Tourism's People-to-People Department - volunteer drive and reception at Junkanoo Beach Club, Taino Beach from 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Contact Rosalyn Pinder at the Ministry of Tourism on 350-8600 for more.

May 28-31: Blue Marlin Cove Springtime Tuna Event - BSFN event at Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina. Click HERE for complete details.

May 30: Grand Bahama Battalion of The Boys' Brigade - 10am at The Godet Centre Freeport Bible Church. All welcome!

May 30: Hugh W. Campbell Primary School 2nd Annual Family Fun Day & Fair - Food, fun, and entertainment including live performances by various local artists. The proceeds from this event will go towards upgrading the school.

May 31: Island-wide scavenger hunt - A Freeport Players' Guild event. Click HERE to read all about it!

June 5: Grand Bahama Sailing Club Curry Night - Competition and fun. Click HERE to view the poster.

June 11-14: Toastmasters 1425 Reunion - Meeting Thurs, 7pm at Geneva's and banquet Fri at Le Chateau. Fun walk/beach day Sat and church service Sunday.

June 12: Grand Bahama Health Services Hospital Chaplains Appreciation Luncheon - under the theme "Health, Help, Hope and Healing". 11 a.m. at The Foster B. Pastaina Auditorium.

June 13-14: Lois Seiler Academy of Dance presents "CLASS ACT" - 2 Shows, Saturday, June 13th at 7:30pm & Sunday, June 14th at 4pm - REGENCY THEATER.

June 19: "The World Famous Bahamas National Youth Choir" - and The Grand Bahama Youth Choir and Georgia's School of Dance in a Grand Gala Cultural Folkore Jamboree. 8 p.m. at The Regency Theater.

June 20-21: Bahamas Dance Theatre - Always a sold-out show at the Regency Theatre. Call 351-DANS.

June 22-26: Sir Jack Hayward Soccer Camp - Mark the dates for this popular camp! Click HERE to read more and get registered.

June 22-July 3: Grand Bahama Sailing Club Summer Camp #1 - Click HERE for complete information and registration form.

June 25-28: Bonfire Beach Bash & Tournament - at Old Bahama Bay, West End. Click HERE to learn more.

June 27: Mitchell "Mitch" Mortimer Golf Tournament - New date! Reef Golf Course. Registration Fee: $75; $36 (Juniors). For more information contact 373-2002/3/4.

July 4: Stride for Pride Glow Run - 8pm at Taino Beach. Late registration starts from 6:30pm. Click HERE to visit the FB page.

July 6-17: Grand Bahama Sailing Club Summer Camp #2 - Click HERE for complete information and registration form.

July 18: Celebrity Invitational Golf Tournament - at the Grand Lucayan Reef Course.

July 18: Rotary Club of GB Sunrise Annual Cigar Night - 7 p.m. in Canal House, Pelican Bay. For further info contact James Sarles at 351-9081.

July 20-31: Grand Bahama Sailing Club Summer Camp #3 - Click HERE for complete information and registration form.

July 25: Lionfish Derby - Rid the reef of this predator before crawfish season opens in a fun event with prizes. Click HERE to contact the organiser for more info. Only $25 per boat, benefits the Rotary Emergency Water Plant.

July 31-August 3: FAHS/BMES 50th Anniversary Celebrations - School alumni and friends get-together for lots of fun activities. Click HERE to view the poster with all the details.

August 3: 11th Annual Grand Bahama Road Cycling Championships - B.O.C. sanctioned event. Click HERE to visit the GBCC website and learn more.

August 3-14: Grand Bahama Sailing Club Summer Camp #4 - Click HERE for complete information and registration form.

August 15: BASRA marathon swim - and the best beach party on Grand Bahama! Bahamas Air Sea Rescue's largest annual fundraiser at Coral Beach.

October 31: 25th Anniversary of the Home for the Aged - Old Fashioned Ball "The Great Waltz" at Grand Lucaya Resort. Cocktails@ 7PM - Dinner @ 8PM.

November 7: Conchman Triathlon - and Iron Kids races will take place at Taino Beach. No excuses, you can do it!

November 13-15: FRFC Official 50th Birthday Bash Weekend - Events are in the planning to celebrate the history of rugby in Freeport.

November 15: Mary Star of the Sea Parish Annual Bazaar - 12:00 noon - midnight.

December 4: Festival Noel - Grand Bahama's #1 holiday season event! At the Rand Nature Center 7-10PM.

February 27-28, 2016: Tour of Grand Bahama Bicycle Race - To benefit Operation Christmas Child. Second annual event for cyclists of all levels. Visit the website HERE for details throughout the year.

March 5, 2016: Dog Days Half Marathon - Popular new event returns for a second year! Click HERE to visit the official website. See you there!

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FAMILY ISLANDS & ABACO EVENTS

May 23: Fresh Picks. Farmers Market & Artisans Showcase - Hope Town, ABACO. HG Christie Park 9:30am-12:30pm.

May 27-30: Bahamas Billfish Championship #3 - TREASURE CAY. Registration/new website at www.bahamasbillfish.com.

June 6: Pineappleman Sprint Triathlon - Gregory Town, ELEUTHERA. Registration now open! Click HERE. 500 meter swim, 16k bike and 5k run part of the annual Pineapple Festival. There will also be a 5k fun run/walk event. email tom@bahamasadventures.com for more info.

June 10-13: Bahamas Billfish Championship #4 Wrap-Up - MARSH HARBOUR, Abaco Beach Resort will host. Registration now open www.bahamasbillfish.com.

June 13-14: All-Andros Crab Fest - at the Festival Site in Fresh Creek, ANDROS.

June 27: 7th Annual Green Turtle Cay Lionfish Derby - Cash prizes, trophies, lionfish tasting and helping out the environment by lowering the numbers of the invasive Lionfish. info@greenturtleclub.com. ABACO.

July 3-11: Regatta Time in ABACO - From north to south, sailing fun and festivities throughout the cays. www.regattatimeinabaco.com.

July 17-18: Barefoot Man at Nippers - Guana Cay ABACO. Popular rum-soaked lyrics and fun from the Cayman Islands' #1 musical artist. Accompanied by the Sea & B band.

July 18: Seagillian Cycling Fest - 1st annual cycling event on Spanish Wells! Organised by Chad Albury. This race will be run the same weekend as the Legendary Spanish Wells Fisherman's Fest, so we welcome you to come for the race and stay for the Fisherman's Fest. More information coming soon!

October 9-12: Run For Pompey Marathon-EXUMA. Visit www.runforpompey.com.

November 12-14: Wahoo Smackdown VII - BIMINI Big Game Club & Marina. Click HERE for information.

December 1-4: BIFF 2015 in Harbour Island - The Bahamas International Film Festival travels to ELEUTHERA. Click HERE to visit the website.

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The Bahamian Icon Awards: 2015 nominees announced

The Bahamian Icon Awards organizing committee, sponsors and partners are proud to announce our 2015 Nominees.

The public was asked to submit persons they wished to be considered for nomination through our website, www.bahamianiconawards.com.

Over 500 candidates were received from across the country.

The Bahamian Icon Awards Committee will also present our Lifetime Achievement Award to Ronnie Butler for his undeniably stellar contribution to growth and development of the music industry.

Winners will be announced at the 2015 Bahamian Icon Awards Ceremony held at Melia Nassau Beach on July 11, 2015.

The show will be broadcast live on Cable 12 with Red Carpet coverage beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Tickets are on sale now at SIDDA Communications Group, Ltd in the Shirley Street Plaza, Nassau.

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