Arts & Culture

(VIDEO) Interviews at The Journey of Freetown Exhibit, Grand Bahama - Nov 20, 2009 - 9:07:23 PM
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas - The Bahamas Weekly News Team had the opportunity to attend the opening night gala;  "A Question of Faith: The Journey of Freetown," an historical perspective told through fibre art and an exhibition held November 12th at the Gloria Banks Galleria at the Rand Nature Centre. The exhibit is open to the public and on display for a month. 

In this video you will hear interviews the Minister of State for Culture the Hon. Charles Maynard; the wife of Bahamas Deputy Prime Minister, Robin Symonette, a member of the Stepping Stone Quilters Guild; Edison Dames, Assistant Director of Culture and Percy 'Vola' Francis - Sr, Crafts Instructor, Jr. Junkanoo Coordinator and band leader of The Shell Saxons Superstars.

Community : Service Organizations

Salvation Army Kicks off Christmas Kettle Season - Nov 20, 2009 - 5:07:45 PM

Nassau, The Bahamas - Although a lot of Bahamians think that Christmas will be anything but "merry". The Salvation Army is committed to help brighten this Christmas-and lives- of many this yuletide season. On Saturday, November 21^st, The Salvation Army will kick off its annual Christmas Kettle Drive at the Mall at Marathon. The festivities will begin at 2pm, inside the mall in the Food Court and will feature The Royal Bahamas Police Force Band. The Honourable Loretta R. Butler-Turner and Mrs. Barbara Jean Deveaux will be officially launching the kettle drive.

The 2009 Christmas Kettle Drive will run from November 21st through December 24^th and the bright red kettles can be found at most shopping malls and major supermarkets, including most City Market and Super Value locations...

News : Bahamas Information Services Updates

Vopak Bahamas Report - Ministry of the Environment‏ - Nov 20, 2009 - 4:43:38 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama - On Wednesday, Nov ember 11, 2009, a DEHS team from New Providence, travelled to Freeport, Grand Bahama, on a two (2) day fact finding mission to investigate environmental concerns expressed by the residents of the Pinder ’ s Point Community involving a neighboring facility Vopak Bahamas Terminal the former Bahamas Oil Refining Company (BORCO). The environmental concerns involved:

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3. Presence of petroleum in water piped to the neighboring community of Pinder ’ s Point...

Arts & Culture

“No Money, No Honey” comes to the Regency Theatre - November 19, 20 - Nov 20, 2009 - 3:32:29 PM
Freeport, Bahamas - The Grand Bahama Players’ upcoming production “No Money, No Honey” by Neil Headley is scheduled for November 19th and 20th, 2009 at the Regency Theatre.  All proceeds from this production will be presented to Mr. Headley to assist with his medical expenses.  Mr. Headley has been actively involved in keeping theatre alive in our community having written numerous plays performed by The Grand Bahama Players. He also made significant contributions to the Freeport community as an upstanding citizen before   becoming ill.

The play is a must see production with the signature humour the public has come to expect from the Grand Bahama Players.  The play stars theatre veterans Brion Roxbury, Tawari Rogers, Will Stubbs, Dawn Rolle, Patrona Russell and Remelda Been.  The play also has talented newcomers Melvin Miller, Bianka Brown, Triska Thompson, Tabitha Lord and Andea Been...

Columns : The Pastor's Pulpit

Thanks & Thanksgiving! - Nov 20, 2009 - 2:44:17 PM
THANKS: The word thanks is mentioned seventy-three (73) times in seventy-one (71) verses in the entire bible. 
In the Old Testament the word thanks is mentioned thirty-six (36) times in thirty-five (35) verses:
In the New Testament the word thanks is mentioned thirty-seven (37) times in thirty-six (36) verses.
In the Hebrew the word thanks is: yadah, yaw-daw';  which has several meanings as follows: (1) to revere or worship with extended hands; (2) to bemoan by wringing the hands, (3) to make confession, (4) to shoot forth praise.

And: In the Greek the word thanks is: eucharisteo, yoo-khar-is-teh'-o;  which also has several meanings as follows: (1) to be grateful, (2) an act of express gratitude,  (3) to say grace at a meal...

Community : Service Organizations

SakpaseBahamas hosts Haitian Music and Arts Cultural Festival featuring Carimi - Nov 20, 2009 - 10:18:25 AM
Nassau, Bahamas - The team members of SakpaseBahamas are pleased to bring to you the first ever Haitian Music and Arts Cultural Festival to be held on November 21st, 2009 at the Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre.

The primary purposes of this event are to raise funds towards the further development of the Haitian Emergency Fund which is geared towards finding readily available funds in times of crisis such as natural disasters or mass burials of Haitians who have drowned while near our shores. For example, the cost of clothing, burial expenses, emergency medical supplies, food and water, disaster shelters and other associated materials are a significant expense to any group or body of individuals if not fully prepared...

News : Ministry of Tourism Updates

Minister seeks maximum benefits from cruise arrivals, as Carnvial Dream visits The Bahamas - Nov 20, 2009 - 10:02:46 AM

Nassau, Bahamas - Minister of Tourism and Aviation Minister Vanderpool-Wallace welcomed Carnival Cruise Lines’ newest and largest ship, the Dream, to Nassau for the first time, and he pointed out that increasing numbers of cruise passengers must be accompanied by increased tourist expenditure for tourism success.

The Dream is in Grand Bahama today.

Minister Vanderpool-Wallace on Thursday urged Bahamians to take advantage of increased numbers of cruise visitors by establishing the kinds of attractions that would encourage visitors to spend more...

Arts & Culture

Animal Tales - Back by popular demand! - Nov 20, 2009 - 9:51:35 AM

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Back by popular demand for ONE SHOW ONLY, the hit production, Animal Tales!  Don’t miss your last chance to see it!  Sunday, November 22^nd, 2009 at 3 pm at the Regency Theatre. Tickets $20 adults, $10 kids under 12.   

Animal Tales is a thoroughly entertaining evening of music, dance, laughter, and pet love that unleashes your heart and make you want to sit up and beg for more theatrical treats like this!  The very talented and wonderfully-costumed cast members romp between hit musical numbers, funny funny comedy vignettes, and dramatic moments that give even the most ardent animal lover true paws to redouble their commitment to our furry friends. ..

News : New Providence

Carbon14 launches Korath Wright watch at John Bull in The Bahamas - Nov 20, 2009 - 8:38:49 AM
Nassau, Bahamas  - Bahamian Winter Olympian - Korath Wright was in The Bahamas, away from a busy training schedule toward the upcoming winter Olympics in Vancouver, Canada in 2010, to celebrate the launch of the special edition KW.1 Carbon 14 watch designed in his honour!

Korath was on location at John Bull, 284 Bay Street on November 14th.

Carbon 14 is an active outdoor brand that incorporates respect for the environment, the spirit of adventure, and passion for contemporary design – available exclusively at John Bull, 284 Bay Street...

Sales & Promotions : SkyBahamas

SkyBahamas announce Provo, Turks & Caicos Special Flights - Nov 20, 2009 - 8:31:15 AM

Nassau, Freeport, Bahamas  - SkyBahamas is pleased to announce the commencement of service into Provo, Turks & Caicos from Grand Bahama Island!

Friday, November 20th, Freeport to Provo (33 Seats Available) Provo to Nassau (10 Seats); Sunday, November 22nd (33 Seats Available)  Nassau to Provo (10 Seats), and  Freeport to Nassau (33 Seats)

Only $449.00 (taxes inc.) Round Trip!  * special fare only applies to flights listed above...

News : Local

Commonwealth Bank Leads the Industry with Saturday Banking - Nov 20, 2009 - 7:50:55 AM

Nassau, Bahamas - Commonwealth Bank is the first commercial bank in The Bahamas to offer its customers the added convenience of “full service” Saturday Banking.  The extended hours of business operation, currently available at two branch locations - Prince Charles Drive and Golden Gates - will offer the full array of personal banking services from 10am to 1pm every Saturday. “As part of Commonwealth Bank’s continuing efforts to better serve our customers, the implementation of full service Saturday Banking is essential,” said William B. Sands, Jr. President & CEO.  “Today, it has become increasingly difficult for our average customer to attend to their banking needs during the weekdays without the added stress of increased traffic congestion, a demanding work schedule and personal commitments. Our goal is to satisfy their need for an adequate amount of time to conduct their face-to-face transactions...

Community : Service Organizations

Bahamas National Trust presents Christmas Jollification 09 - Nov 20, 2009 - 7:48:56 AM

Nassau, Bahamas - The Bahamas National Trust invites you to their annual Christmas Jollification featuring over 60 artists and artisans; arts and craft; and Christmas gift giving ideas!

Bristol Wines and Spirits and Food Art by Cacique creates an evening that will truly put you in the holiday mood on Friday, November 20th for members only, and Saturday/Sunday, November 21st/22nd for the general public. Open on Saturday from 11am until 5pm, and again on Sunday from 12noon to 5pm

Children will love The Jolly Land and area featuring Christmas Crafts and games for your young one.

The Jollification is then officially open on Saturday from 11am until 5pm, and again on Sunday from 12noon to 5pm

The event takes place at the Retreat, Village Road...

Sports

Three Grand Bahama female soccer players get the experience of a lifetime! - Nov 20, 2009 - 5:57:03 AM
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Three young women from Grand Bahama got the opportunity of a lifetime when they competed as part of the U17 Bahamas National Football (Soccer) Team in Port-au-Prince Haiti at the beginning of November for the CFU Women's U-17 Qualifying Competition.

Mia Whylly, Kiana Baldwin, and Courtney Moss, all junior coaches in the Grand Bahama Girls Soccer Developmental League came back to help out with the league this past Saturday after a grueling schedule of training in Nassau and travel to Haiti where they lost their opening match to Cayman Islands 2-1; a loss to Hait 5 - 0; but came out with a stellar 9 - 0 victory to British Virgin Islands in their final match.

The girls played to packed large stadiums, screaming fans, and were on Haitian television...

News : Ministry of Tourism Updates

Bahamas Film Commissioner congratulates Roger Corman on recent Academy Award nomination - Nov 19, 2009 - 10:19:14 PM

Nassau, Bahamas - The Bahamas Film and Television Commission extends congratulation to Roger Corman for his many years of dynamic filmmaking and his nomination by the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to receive an honorary Oscar at next year' Academy Awards.

Bahamas film commissioner, Craig Woods recently attended Association of Film Commissioner International (AFCI) at the Cineposium where he reconnected with legendary filmmaker Roger Corman.

It was in 2004 when Roger was honored by Bahamas International Film Festival, (BIFF) at the recipient of it first "Career Achievement Award." In 1953 Roger sold his first screenplay, and since then he has been a major force in Hollywood. He made his first film as an independent producer, "The Monster From The Ocean Floor" on a budget of $18,000...

Community : Service Organizations

Support the GB Cancer Association at 'Wine Experience 09' - Nov 19, 2009 - 9:50:09 PM

Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas - "Wine Experience 2009" is set for Friday, November 27 at Radisson Our Lucaya in Freeport starting at 7pm.

Arts & Culture

Artists of the Bahamas to screen in New York, November 29th - Nov 19, 2009 - 9:12:27 PM

New York, NY - The documentary feature film Artists of the Bahamas is part of the selection for the African Diaspora Film Festival in New York City. The film will be screened on November 29, 2009, at 3:00pm at the Thalia Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway, near 95^th Street. This will be its only screening at the festival.

Directed and produced by award-winning duo Karen Arthur and Thomas Neuwirth, Artists of the Bahamas is a documentary film that explores the lives and works of key visual artists whose talents contributed to the initial art movement in the Bahamas. The featured artists are extremely prolific and articulate. Interviews, still photos and archive footage are inter-cut with images of the artists’ works to explore the creative process that goes into their paintings, woodcuts, sculptures, and installations, from the realistic, to the abstract, to the naïve...

Community : Grand Bahama

Sunland Baptist Academy celebrates 40 years in grand style! - Nov 19, 2009 - 8:52:27 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island -  Sunland Baptist Academy celebrated 40 years in grand style along with alumni, teachers,and administration over the weekend of November 13th to 15th, 2009. The school opened in 1969.

On November 13th, the student donned in commemorative t-shirts went on a Motorcade which ended back at  the school where they all enjoyed a Family Fun Night featuring food and drinks on sale, bouncy castle, games and fun.

On November 14th they held 'Dinner Under The Stars'. Sunland School Honoree for the evening was Mrs. Della Thomas and the school also recognized past principals and teachers who have served in structuring the fine institution. ..

Sports

Weekly Results of the Grand Bahama Girls’ Developmental Soccer League - Nov 19, 2009 - 8:12:26 PM

The Grand Bahama Girls’ Developmental Soccer League was in full swing at the Rugby Club on Saturday with 175 girls in attendance. Many parents enjoyed watching the girls’ games in the cooler weather conditions.

Enclosed are SCORES from November 14th.

Play resumes at The Freeport Rugby Club on Saturday, November 21st from 2-4pm. Girls are reminded to be on time so that they can be eligible to win a prize...
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