ISLAND OF NEW PROVIDENCE
ANNUAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
JANUARY – JUNE
2008
For further information please contact
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
Bay Street
P.O. Box N-3701
Nassau Bahamas
Internet –
www.bahamas.com
E-mail- tourism @Bahamas.com
ONGOING EVENTS: New Providence Island
People-To-People Encounter:
Visit with a friendly Bahamian Host. -Tel: (242) 323-1853, Email mjohnson@bahamas.com, website
Peopletopeople.bahamas.com.
Changing of The Guard Ceremony:
Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House every second Saturday.
To confirm dates Tel: (242) 322-2020.
National Art Gallery Of The Bahamas:
Located at the historic Villa Doyle, a newly restored 19th century mansion on West and West Hill streets. The museum houses the National Collection of Bahamian artworks including paintings, sculpture, works on paper, textiles, ceramics, photography and other mixed media works. Visiting hours are Tuesday to Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm, Thursdays 10:00am to 6:00pm, closed on Sundays, Mondays and public holidays. Admission for children under 12 is free, adults $5.00, senior citizens and studen3.00 per person.
Group tours are available from 9:00 to 11:00am by appointment only. For information please Tel. (242) 328-5800 E-
mail
info@nagb.bs, Web. www.nagb.org.bs.
Bahamas Fly-Ins:
Private pilots head south to The Bahamas monthly for an exciting weekend of Island life.
For information Tel:
(800) 327-7678 E-mail
grolle@bahamas.com.
Theatre Season:
Attend plays, concerts and other productions. For information please contact The Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts Tel: (242) 393-3728, The Shirley Street Theatre For The Performing Arts, Tel. (242) 393-2884 or Ministry of Youth Sports
& Culture Cultural Office at Tel: (242) 326-0152/4
The Bahamas Historical Society:
Hold monthly meetings with discussions and speakers on Bahamian Historical events usually free of charge. For information please go to http://bahamashistorialsociety.com
Central Bank Art Exhibition:
Feature monthly art and cultural exhibits year round with a special exhibition of the works of their Annual Summer Workshop for high school students after the summer workshop. The Central Bank Art Gallery is located on the ground floor of the Bank, George Street and Trinity Place, one block South of down town Bay Street. For information please Tel: (242) 322-2193 or (242) 302-2600 or at www.centralbankbahamas.com.
Fish Fry:
Enjoy Bahamian seafood specialties such as fried fish, conch salad, conch fritters, crack conch and crack lobster in a casual atmosphere at Arawak Cay.
There is also a police station, a story telling porch for special events, an old Bahamian rock oven an open stage and an open grass area with seating for the audience where concerts and other productions are performed.
Open from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. daily.
Potters Cay
:
This site is located on the Nassau side of Paradise Island under the Paradise Island eastern bridge. There are lively and colorful fruit vendors, fish vendors, the government’s Produce Exchange and café style stalls that offer conch salad and other Bahamian Dishes.
The local Mail Boats that transport freight, produce and passengers from the Bahamian Out Islands also board and disembark passengers and freight at the far western and eastern sides of the dock. Potters Cay is open every day 6:00am to 11:00pm with some of the stalls closed on Sundays.
A police station and a Dock Master office are located at the Eastern side of the dock. For information please Tel.393- 1064
Bird & Nature Walks:
Including Off Road Biking Tours can be arranged by
appointment. For information please contact Ms. C. Wardle at Tel.
(242) 362-1574 E-mail
info@bahamasoutdoors.com or www.bahamasoutdoors.com
The Retreat Gardens & home of The Bahamas National Trust:
The Retreat is the home of over 170 rare and exotic palms with collections of indigenous hardwoods such as Mahogany (or Maderia) and Cedar that were used for generations by local boat builders but are scarce today. There are bright local flowers along the walkways that attract a wide variety of birds making it a popular bird watching location.
The 11-acre Retreat Gardens is opened to the general public for guided tours for a fee, picnics, private functions as well as the Trust annual functions that are held in March, October and November. For information please Tel. (242) 393-1317 Fax: (242) 393-4978 E-mail bnt@bahamasnationaltrust.org or wwwthebahamasnationaltrust.org.
Walking Tours:
Tours start at Festival Place on Prince George Dock, near downtown Nassau, Monday to Saturday.
10:00 a.m. an 2:00 p.m. - by appointment only.
Tours last 60 minutes and cost $10.00 per person. Tel. (242) 323-3182 or 323-3183.
Bahamas Contract Bridge Club:
Games are held at Superclubs Breezes Tuesdays and Fridays 12:00 p.m. for a light luncheon. Games can be arranged for visiting groups.
Advance notice is required. For further information please contact Noreen Wurdemann, Tel. (242) 327-7455, E-mail
noreen@coralwave.com
Spring Break:
February
to the April.
These trips consist of organized tours during the college Spring Break.
Hotel and air packages are arranged from the U.S. for the students.
For information please contact Spring Break Express, (800)-293-1440 or Spring Break Travel, (800)-678-6386.
People-To-People Tea Party:
This event takes place the last Friday in the months from January to May, October and November. Visitors can enjoy an afternoon of High Tea, Bahamian Hospitality and cultural entertainment with music, dance, poetry and native dishes at Government House, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Transportation is provided with advance reservations. For information Tel. (242) 323-1853-6.
To access the Website please go to
peopletopeople.bahamas.com.
Bahamas Summer Boating Fling/Flotilla:
(June – August) Make a first time crossing from Florida to The Bahamas in the company of a flotilla guided by a lead boat. For information Tel: (800) 327-7678, E-mail, Emiller@bahamas.com.
The Pompey Museum of Slavery & Emancipation
: This museum is located at Venue House, next to the Straw Market on Bay Street, a former 18th & 19th-century slave auction site.
This museum has photographs, artifacts and replicas depicting the history of slavery and emancipation in The Bahamas. The museum is open to the public 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
daily except Sundays and Thursdays. Admission is $3.00 adults, $2.00 seniors and $1.00 for children.
For further
information
please Telephone
(242) 326-2566 or
356-0495. E-mail pompey33@yahoo.com or pompey33@hotmail.com.
Nassau Public Library, Museum & Reading Room
:
This former 18th century jail is located on Shirley Street near the courts and other Government buildings.
It is an interesting octagonal shaped building that houses a small collection of old books, photographs, artifacts and historical documents. The Public Library offers internet services for adults at $5.00 per hour, students $2.50 per hour. Open Monday – Thursday 10.00 a.m. 8.00 p.m.
Friday 10.00 a.m. 5.00 p.m. Saturday 10.00 a.m. 4.00 p.m. Tel. (242) 322-4907
Balcony House Museum:
This quaint 18th century building is named for its overhanging balcony and is thought to be the oldest wooden house of its kind in The Bahamas. The Central Bank of The Bahamas purchased the building in 1985 and restored it to its original state with period furnishing. The House is presently closed for repairs and is expected to reopen sometime early in 2007.
For information please Tel. (242) 325-2312 or 326-2566.
The Bahamas Historical Society:
Hold monthly meetings with discussions and speakers on Bahamian Historical events usually free of charge. For information please go to http://bahamashistorialsociety.com
The College Of The Bahamas (COB):
This institution is the main center for higher learning in The Bahamas with the main campus located at Oaks Field, Nasssau, New Providence.
Their Nasssau campus is a center of learning as well as top notch entertainment and events presented by the different Schools. The School of Culinary & Hospitality Management puts on their annual Culinary Show, and the School of Communication and Creative Arts have their annual Concerts and Art Exhibitions.
For information please Tel. (242) 302 – 4300 or visit their website at www.cob.edu.bs
The Department of Archives:
This Government Department is located Mackey Street near Shirley Street in the back of the Eastern Public Library.
The Archives have records and archives of the government, the Anglican, Methodist and St. Andrews Presbyterian churches as well as private collections. There is a collection of historical documents dating back as far as 1700, a photographic collection, oral history collection, maps, plans, prints and Lucayan Indian artifacts. The Archives is open 10:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. weekdays except holidays. Tel: (242) 393-2175, P.O. Box SS-6341, Fax (242) 393-2855, E-mail
archives@batelnet.bs, web site,
www.bahamasnationalarchives.bs.
Bacardi & Company Ltd.:
Bacardi Rum is totally manufactured in The Bahamas.
The Bacardi Company offers complimentary tours of the Bacardi Plant and drink sampling during their tours. Tours are Mondays - Thursdays 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Fridays, 11.00 a.m. (weather permitting). The offices and plant are closed Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
For information
Tel: (242) 362-3100.
Rugby Matches
:
Enjoy rugby games from the first week in October and runs until
April of the following year, with a short break during the Christmas Holidays. Local teams and visiting sides are welcomed. The Winton rugby field is off Prince Charles Drive. For information please contact
www.bahamasrugby.com or stephenmtompson@coralwave.com
Cricket Matches
: Matches are played between March and November every Saturday and Sunday at Haynes Oval near Fort Charlotte on West Bay Street about a mile from downtown Nassau at 11:00 a.m. For information Tel: (242) 326-4720
Soccer Matches: The Bahamas Football Association:
conduct different soccer leagues that play games throughout the year.
The seniors play from January to June at the Tommy Robinson Sports Center and C I Gibson School Grounds, and the women play at
The College of The Bahamas grounds.
The Youth League have games for the 5 to 13 year olds from October to January, games for the Intermediate League 14 to 18 year olds from February to May.
For more information please Tel. (242) 322-5897, Fax (242) 322-5898 or visit their website at www.bahamasfootballassoc.com
January 2008:
January:
From December to January 15:
The Carnival continues at the Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre.
There will be rides, games and prizes for adults and children of all ages.
Times are Monday to Friday 5:00 pm to midnight, Saturday and Sunday 3:00 pm to midnight and Holidays 1:00 pm to midnight. Admissions are Adults $3.00 and children $1.00.
December 31: New Years Eve:
Most of
the Churches in New Providence (of all denominations) Celebrate Midnight Mass to “bring in” the New Year.
January 1:
This Tuesday will be celebrated as The New Years Day Holiday.
January 1: New Year’s Junkanoo Parade:
This spectacular parade begins the Bahamian New Year with pulsating drumming, whistles, horns and cowbells. Large groups perform or “rush” in competition for first place in the parade. The groups are made up of children, adult males and females who vie for individual and group prizes in drumming, dance and belling, best costume and best float.
The crowds of spectators sing and dance on the sidelines and bleachers pulling for (encouraging) their favorite group.
The groups are dressed in uniform costumes, large head pieces that all relate to a theme.
Costumes are made out of cardboard and wire with crepe paper glued together to create a design.
Larger and more elaborate costumes or “pieces” can be three dimensional and designed out of Styrofoam.
The Valley Boys, Saxton Super Stars, Roots, One Family, Barabas & the Tribe are some of the major Junkanoo groups that have participated over the years.
The New Year’s Parade begins at 2:00 a.m. instead of the usual 1:00 a.m. in order to accommodate the Midnight church services.
The parade is usually completed at 8:00 a.m. and fans wait for the winners to be announced on the local radio and television stations.
Tickets are in high demand and usually priced between $10.00 and $50.00.
They are available at the Kendal G.L. Isaacs Gymnasium two to three weeks before the parades. For information please Tel. The Ministry of Youth and Sports (242) 356-2691-2.
January 3: Court of Appeal Opening at 10.00am
. This Marks the Opening of the Legal Year. The Public is invited to attend this special sitting, dress is Semi Formal.
January 4
: The Judiciary Annual Seminar:
In The Matter of the Official Visit of The Hon. Anthony M. Gleeson, A C Chief Justice of Australia the Judiciary presents its 9th Annual Seminar under the theme “The Role of a Judge in a Representation Democracy” The Seminar will be held at the Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort & Spa, West Bay Street, starting at 11:30am. Tickets are priced at $60.00 per person and refreshments will be served.
For information please contact Mrs. Indira Demeritte-Francis, Registrar of the Court of Appeal or Ms. Judy Johnson at Tel. (242) 328-5400
January 5: The Judiciary Annual Ball:
In The Matter of the Official Visit of The Hon
.
Anthony M. Gleeson, A C Chief Justice of Australia.
The Judicature Social Club presents its 9th Annual Gala Ball hosted by The Chief Justices of The Court of Appeal and the Justices of the Supreme Court. The Ball takes place at Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort and Spa.
Cocktail Reception starts at 7:30 to 8:00p.m. Dinner is Served at 9:00p.m. Tickets are priced at $140.00 per person, dress formal.
For further information please contact Mrs. Indira Demeritte-Francis or Ms. Judy Johnson, Court of Appeal Tel (242) 328 5400 or P.O. Box N- 3209 Nassau, Bahamas.
January 6: The Annual Red Mass:
For the Judiciary takes place at St. Francis Cathedral on (Catholic) West Hill Street at their 11am regular church service.
At this service The Most Reverend Patrick Pinder gives a “charge” to Judges, Magistrates and Attorney’s who are invited to attend the service.
This service takes place the Sunday before the Opening Of The Supreme Court.
January 9: The Opening Of The Supreme Court:
Begins with a church service at Christ Church Cathedral at 10:00am This service is attended by members of the Judiciary, who are dressed in traditional wigs and gowns, as well as others in the legal profession.
The one-hour service will be delivered by the Dean of the Cathedral, The Very Rev’d. Patrick L. Adderley. At the completion of the service the members of the Judiciary then line up in order of precedence.
The attorneys line up in order of the number of years as members of the Bahamas Bar in order to process through the streets from the church on to Bay Street to Rawson Square.
At Rawson Square, on the side of the Supreme Court, the Chief Justice, dressed in ceremonial traditional garb, inspects a Royal Police Force Guard of Honour and officially opens the quarterly session of The Bahamas Supreme court with the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band providing the music.
January 12 to 13: New Years, All For One Regatta at Montagu Bay
: This is an annual C. Class sailing regatta that starts off the sailing season in New Providence. For information please Tel. Rev. P. McPhee (242) 325-4810
January 17 – 19 & 22 – 26: The Children’s Teeth:
Is the first production in the new Winston V. Saunders Repertory Season. It is held at the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts 8:00pm. Tickets are $20.00 in advance $25.00 at the door.
For information please Tel. The
Dundas at 393-3728
January 17 - 20: Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational Golf Tournament:
Held at the Ocean Club Golf course, Paradise Island is an annual event.
This Pro - Am event attracts celebrities from the US who have fun and help raise funds for different charities of their choice.
The tournament starts at 7:30am on Thursday and the Celebrity event at 9:00am on Saturday & Sunday.
For information please contact
victoria.bethell@kerzner.com.
January 25: People to People Tea Party at Government House:
Is held the last Friday in the months between January and November from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The high tea is hosted by the spouse of the Governor General and People to People volunteers make guests feel welcome and at home.
During this hour Bahamian bush teas are served along with Bahamian cakes, finger foods and pastries. The entertainment is provided by Bahamian musicians, poets and storytellers and, art and craft are on display. The dress is casually elegant with no shorts and jeans or tennis shoes allowed.
Complimentary transportation can be provided with prior reservations.
For information Tel: (242) 323-1853/6 or at
www.bahamas.com under activities.
January 26 to Feb. 1: National Tourism Week:
This week will start with church services throughout The Bahamas with a Tourism Theme. The week continues with a Careers Fair, Bahamian Art & Craft Show and Seminars.
For information please contact Ms A. Coakley at Tel. (242) 302-2005 or Email acoakley@bahamas.com.
January 26: The National Tourism Wellness
Run/Walk for Charity:
January 27: Church Service:
28, 29 & 30:
NTW Careers Fair, Media Marketplace
January 31:
Official Opening and Master Class
February 1:
The CACIQUE AWARDS:
Please see below
January TBA: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony
: Witness the Pomp & Pageantry of this ceremony that takes place at Government House every second Saturday at 10:00am.
For information and confirmation please Tel: (242) 322-2020.
January 26:
The Annual Red Cross Ball:
Takes place in the Crystal Ballroom at the Wyndham Nassau Resort & Crystal Palace Casino. There will be dining and dancing with local bands, great gifts, prizes and entertainment to keep patrons entertained throughout evening. For information please Tel. (242) 323-7373
January: Ebony Fashion Fair Fashion Show:
Features models who showcase the latest collection of fashions by European and Asian designers. The annual show is sponsored by the Pilot Club of Nassau and is just one of their stops on their international
Tour. The show is held at the Crystal Palace Ball Room, Nassau Marriott & Crystal Palace Casino and Resort, Cable Beach.
Tickets are priced at $50.00, $35.00 and $25.00 and may be obtained at The Royal Palm department store, (the former Mademoiselle) on Bay Street during regular store hours.
For information Pls. call (242) 323-5570 or Email revselton@yahoo.com.
January 31 - February 9:
The Stepping Stones Quilters:
Presents their 18th annual Quilt Show with original hand made quilts that feature Bahamian designs and fabrics.
Quilts are of all sizes ranging from miniature to large size heirloom pieces that can be commissioned.
The show takes place at Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Frederick Street, downtown Nassau. The show is open from 10:00am to 4:00pm every day except Sunday.
For information please contact Ms. Moria Chisnall at Tel. (242) 327-8098, cell,(242)359-2349 or E-mail chisnall@coralwave.com.
February 2008:
February 1& 2: Nassau Music Society will present Terry Waldo Pianist, in a Ragtime Concert at the Dundas Center for the Performing Arts.
Terry is a virtuoso Ragtime Stride and Blues pianist and a protégé of Eubie Blake. He is credited with fueling the 1970’s Ragtime Revival and will do a one-man show on the History of Ragtime. For information please contact Mr. P. Thomson Tel. 327-7668 Fax. 327-3771
February: Annual Horse Show, by Happy Horse Stables:
Will take place at Coral Harbour, Windsor
Equestrian Center.
For information please Tel. (242) 362-1820 or Email www.bahamashorse.com or info@windsorequestriancentre.com.
February 7: EXUBERANCE Art Exhibition
and Show will be held by Mr. Jerome Miller at The Dundas Center for Performing Arts.
There will be an auction of his paintings with the funds going to the Winston V. Saunders Foundation which is an English Language scholarship at The College of The Bahamas in Mr. Saunders name. Wine and food will be served at intermissions of the show and envelopes will be handed out for donations. For information please Tel. Azure Spa at the British Colonial Hotel Tel. (242) 325 -8497
February 8 to 12: Miami to Nassau Race Week
The race begins in Miami on Saturday
and finish at the Western end of Nassau Harbour on Sunday with an evening party at Hurricane Hole.
On Monday the Welcome Party will be held at the Nassau Yacht Club with the Skipper’s meeting for the Nassau races.
February 12:
Miami to Nassau Race Week
- Tuesday the buoy races take place off the eastern end of New Providence in the area known as Douglas Roads with an evening party at Hurricane Hole Marina. On Wednesday the buoy races will continue and the Awards party in the evening at the Nassau Yacht Club. For information please contact
www.miaminassauraceweek.org or contact Kenneth Benton
krbenton2002@yahoo.com or John Lawrence – jlawrence@coralwave.com or Nassau Yacht Club Tel: (242) 393- 5132
Fax (242) 393-8184, Miami Yacht Club, Tel. (305) 377-9877
Fax (305) 358-7402 or mycofficel@aol.com
February 16 & 17: Valentine’s Day Sailing Regatta:
is an exciting weekend of championship racing that takes place off Montagu Bay on East Bay Street.
This event is a festive occasion with food vendors selling native Bahamian food on the Montagu Park during the races. For information please contact Mr. E. Johnson (242) 324-2946
February 16: 44th. Annual Heart Ball:
is the major fund – raising event for the Sir Victor Sassoon (Bahamas) Heart Foundation.
The foundation underwrites heart surgery for Bahamian Children whose families cannot afford to pay for their medical expenses.
The ball will be held at the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island in the Crown Ball Room.
The entertainment will be provided by the Ed Brice Orchestra, Soulful Groovers and the Police Pop Band.
The usual Grand Raffle prize of a Round Trip for two to Great Britain will be drawn as well as other fabulous prizes.
Cocktails are at 7:15pm and dinner at 8:30pm.
Tickets are priced at $200.00 per person. For more please information Tel. (242) 327-0806 or www.sassoonheartfoundation.org.
February 22: People to People Tea Party at Government House:
is held the last Friday in the months between January and November from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The high tea is hosted by the spouse of the Governor General and People to People volunteers make guests feel welcome and at home.
During this hour Bahamian bush teas are served along with Bahamian cakes, finger foods and pastries.
The entertainment is provided by Bahamian musicians, poets and storytellers and art and craft are on display. The dress is casually elegant with no shorts and jeans or tennis shoes allowed.
Complimentary transportation can be provided with prior reservations.
For information Tel: (242) 323-1853/6 or at
www.bahamas.com under activities.
February: The Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
: Witness the Pomp & Pageantry of this ceremony that takes place every other Saturday at Government House at 10:00am.
For information please Tel: (242) 322-2020
February to April: The E. C. Bethel National Arts Festival Official Opening
: The Ministry of Youth Sports and Culture will kick off their nation wide cultural festival of music, drama, dance and Junkanoo with an official opening of their National Arts Festival.
Many of the schools, singing groups, choirs, dance troupes and individuals of different ages participate in their categories that culminate with a final concert featuring the top performers from the different categories.
The final concerts are to be held from
May to July. For more information please contact the Ministry of Culture Tel. (242)
326-0154.
March 2008:
March to April: Spring Break:
The Ministry of Tourism conducts organized events and equipment for Beach Parties, Music and Games and other entertainment for the young college Spring Breakers who usually visit in groups during Spring Break.
For information please contact Stephen Wray at The Ministry of Tourism Tel. 302-2000
March 1 & 2: Nassau Music Society will present Igor Raykhelson and
Alexander Kniazev in a Programme of Piano and Cello:
In
a concert at the Dundas Center for the Performing Arts. For information please contact Mr. P. Thomson Tel. 327-7668 Fax. 327-3771
March 8: The Red Cross Fair:
is an afternoon of fun, games carnival rides and entertainment for adults and children.
The fair features international stalls with food, Bahamian and International art and craft with the usual Bahamian foods, cakes, pastries and candies on sale.
Local plants and flowers fruits and vegetables will also be available.
This takes place at the Queen Elizabeth Sports Center.
Gates open at 12:00 noon until 12:00 midnight.
Admission $2.00 for adults and $1.00 for children.
For more information please Tel. (242) 323- 7373 or E-mail redcross@bahamas.net.bs
March 8: Rotary Club of West Nassau: Charity Fun Run Walk:
Will take place at 7:00 a.m. from
Arawak Cay to Goodmans Bay and back. For information please contact Mr. M. Hepburn at Tel. (242) 322-8814 or 322-8853
Spring Fling: The Bahamas National Trust:
will hold their Spring Fling at the Retreat Gardens, Village Road on Saturday 8th. This family oriented event will feature old time Bahamian games and ring play for the children and seminars on environmental topics such as Bahamian landscaping and gardening for the adults. There will be arts and craft and foods and drinks and entertainment for all to enjoy. The gates open from 11.00am to 5.00pm Admission is $5:00 per person and children under 12 free. For information please Tel. (242) 393-1317.
March: 9 to 16 The 89th Annual National Convention of the Church of God of Prophecy
:
will be held at the East Street Tabernacle
featuring a number of international guest speakers.
For information please contact Tel. (242) 322–3097, E-mail
Elgarnet@batelnet.bs or www.cogopbahamas.org.
Monday - March 10: National Overseer, Bishop Dr. Elgarnet B. Rahming
will deliver his Annual National Address to the Nation live via Radio Bahamas.
Sunday - March 16: At 2:30 p.m. the Annual Baptismal Procession
- Will leave the Tabernacle for the Western Esplanade followed by live ZNS Radio and TV 13 evening broadcast Service.
March 15 & 16:
The Annual International Dog Show & Obedience Trials:
will host their show at the Botanical Gardens from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
The event will showcase both local and purebred dogs of all classes participating in may different events. Both adults and children can enter their pets into the different competitions. This event is a treat for both professional dog handlers and the ordinary person who wish to experience and see first hand what beautiful animals we have in The Bahamas and the work of the Kennel club.
The Botanical Gardens are a beautiful setting for an interesting show with a festive family atmosphere. For information please Tel. June Hall of the Bahamas Kennel Club (242) 393-1360, Fax c/o Rita Hall (242) 363-3969
March 21: Good Friday is a Religious Public Holiday:
that marks the end of the Lenten Season on the Friday before Easter Sunday.
It is the first day of a long holiday weekend which includes the following Monday after Easter Sunday.
On this holy day most Bahamian attend church services and serve fish as their main meal of the day.
March 24: Easter Monday:
holiday marks the beginning of the Beach Picnicking season for Bahamians. There are also many cookouts in the Public Parks by the waterfront and regattas that are going on in the Family Islands. Those persons wishing to travel to a Family Island by boat may contact the Potters Cay dock master at Tel. (242) 393-1064 for times of departures.
March 25 to 29:
The Bahamas National Youth Choir:
presents their annual
Bahamian cultural show of music and dance with a mixture of classical, gospel, secular, original and old Bahamian songs performed by about 30 talented young Bahamian performers.
The atmosphere changes with the changing scenes with performances in uniforms and bright colourful costumes. The first half of the concert is presented in a formal setting with classical or gospel music conducted by the renowned Bahamian musician and composer Mr. Cleophas Adderley.
After the formal renditions the show takes on a lighter air with modern and upbeat selections and dancing in uniform style costumes. In the second half of the concert the performances change into colourful native dress and perform lively ethnic songs and dance with Caribbean, African and Bahamian
backgrounds.
For information and reservations please contact the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts Tel. (242) 393-3728 or (242) 324-7179
March:
The Changing of the Guard
: this ceremony takes place at Government
House every other Saturday, 10:00 am.
For information please Tel: (242) 322-2020
March: TBA: The Bahamas Modern Languages Association – Culturama :
A celebration of French and Spanish Culture, at 2:30 p.m. at St. John’s College Auditorium.
The programme comprises selections of poems, songs, dances and skits in French and Spanish performed by students from Ministry of Education, Primary and High Schools.
For information please Tel. Ms. D. Davies (242) 502-8287
March to April: Circus Of the Stars:
This entertaining and family show will take place at the R.M. Bailey Park and will feature Exotic animals, Acrobats, Aerialists, World’s Funniest Clowns, Giant Space Wheel & other circus entertainment. Show times are Weekdays 5:30 & 7:30 pm – Weekends 2:00pm, 5:00pm and 7:00pm. Children 12 & Under $8.00, Adults $12.00 and Reserved Seating $15.00.
Doors will be open one Hour before show times.
March: The Changing of the Guard
: this ceremony takes place at Government House every other Saturday, 10:00 am.
For information please Tel: (242) 322-2020
March 28:
People to People Tea Party at Government House:
Is held the last Friday in the months between January and November from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The high tea is hosted by the spouse of the Governor General. People to People volunteers make guests feel welcome and at home.
During this hour Bahamian bush teas are served along with Bahamian cakes, finger foods and pastries.
Entertainment is provided by Bahamian musicians, poets and storytellers and art and craft are on display. The dress is casually elegant with no shorts and jeans or tennis shoes allowed.
Complimentary transportation can be provided with prior reservations.
For information Tel: (242) 323-1853/6 or at
www.bahamas.com under activities.
March 28: Texaco 7th Annual Safety Speech Contest:
This annual event has become very popular as High School Students take part in the Road Safety speech contest. The semi final event is held at the British Colonial Hotel at 6.00pm and the public is invited. The finals are held on April 13th.
For information pleasecontact chevron/Texaco at Tel. (242) 677-1220
March 29: Hellenic Ball: The Annunciation of The Greek Orthodox Church:
Will hold their Gala Ball at the Atlantis Paradise Island Ballroom.
Proceeds from the Ball will go towards the Greek Church and a local charity. For information Please Tel. Ms. Cally Maillis (242) 326-0392
April 2008:
April: E. C. Bethel National Arts Festival Under The Ministry of Youth Sports and Culture Continues:
showcases a nation wide cultural festival that continues through to June. The festival includes music, drama, dance & Junkanoo performed by different schools, groups, choirs, dance troupes and individuals of different ages. The performers participate in their categories and the finalist performs in a final concert.
For more information please contact the Ministry at Tel. (242) 326-0154
April:
The Changing of the Guard
: this ceremony takes place at Government House every other Saturday, 10:00 am.
For information please Tel: (242) 322-2020
April TBA : The Bahamas National Dance Troup:
under the direction of Mr. Robert Bain the Troup will present their annual performance at the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts. For information please Tel. (242) 328-7588
April 4 – 6: 2nd Annual Ft. Charlotte Festival:
The Antiquities, Monuments & Museums Corporation will host this cultural event with local music, dance and storytelling as well as art & craft and native dishes on the historical site at Fort Charlotte overlooking Nassau Harbour. For information please Tel.326-2566
April 13: Texaco 7th Annual Safety Speech Contest:
The finals will take place at the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts at 7.00pm. High School Students who have passed the semi finals make their final speeches on road Safety issues in the Bahamas. For information please Chevron/Texaco at Tel. (242) 677-1220.
April 20 - 21: The Royal Nassau Sailing Club:
will present the Snipe Bacardi Cup& Dudley Gambling Series.
For more information please Tel. (242) 393-0145 or E-mail rnsc@coralwave.com
April TBA: A Sea View One Design Class Regatta:
is jointly sponsored by the Royal Nassau Sailing Club and the Nassau Yacht Club.
For more information please Tel.
(242) 393-0145 or E-mail rnsc@coralwave.com.
April 22 - 26: The Exuma Family Island Regatta George Town, Exuma:
is one of the oldest and largest festivals in the Bahamas.
Native Sloops from all over The Bahamas travel to George Town to participate in the championship sailing that takes place in beautiful Elizabeth Harbour.
It is a time of fun, food and other festivities that take place in and around the hotels, restaurants, and bars in the George Town area.
For information please contact the Exuma Tourist Office at Tel. (242) 336-2430
or exuma.Bahamas.com.
April 26:
People to People Tea Party at Government House:
is held the last Friday in the months between January and November from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The high tea is hosted by the spouse of the Governor General. People to People volunteers make guests f
eel welcome and at home.
During this hour Bahamian bush teas are served along with Bahamian cakes, finger foods and pastries.
Entertainment is provided by Bahamian musicians, poets and storytellers and art and craft are on display. The dress is casually elegant with no shorts and jeans or tennis shoes allowed.
Complimentary transportation can be provided with prior reservations.
For information Tel: (242) 323-1853/6 or at
www.bahamas.com under activities.
April:
Rotary Club of West Nassau Golf Tournament
will be held at the Cable Beach Golf Course. For more information please contact Mr. Fred Lunn Tel. (242) 363-5940 or Dr. Kendal Major Tel. (242) 325-5165
MAY 2008:
May: E.C. Bethel National Arts Festival Continues -The Ministry of Youth Sports and Culture:
showcases a nation wide cultural festival that continues through to June. The festival includes music, drama, dance & Junkanoo performed by different schools, groups, choirs, dance troupes and individuals of different ages. The performers participate in their categories and the finalist performs in a final concert.
For more information please contact the Ministry at Tel. (242) 326-0154
May:
The Changing of the Guard
: this ceremony takes place at Government House every other Saturday, 10:00 am.
For information please Tel: (242) 322-2020
May 10: The Cancer Society of The Bahamas Annual Ball:
this annual fundraiser for the Cancer Society is held under the patronage of sir Orville & Lady Turnquest.
Cocktail Reception begins at 7:15 pm during which time an awards ceremony takes place..
Dinner and dancing begins at 8:15 pm. The Ball is the main fundraiser for the Cancer Society charitable works and outreach programs and the Cancer Caring Center in Nassau.
Tickets are $125.00 per person and the ball will be held at the Radisson Cable Beach & Golf Resort at Cable Beach.. For more information please Tel. (242) 323-4482 or our site at
www.cancersocietybahamas.org
May 12:
Whit Monday a Public Holiday:
This holiday marks the beginning of public witness of the Christian Church and is the Monday after Whit Sunday, The Feast of Pentecost, which comes 50 days after
Easter.
May 19:
The Annual Rotary Club of East Nassau Charity Golf Tournament
will be held at the Ocean Club, Paradise Island with a two person scramble tee off at 12:30 pm..
An hour later there will be a shot- gun start at 1:30 pm. entry fee is $250.00 per person.
For more information please contact Mr. David Slatter at Tel. or 393-2052
May 30:
People to People Tea Party at Government House:
is held the last Friday in the months between January and November from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The high tea is hosted by the spouse of the Governor General. People to People volunteers make guests feel welcome and at home.
During this hour Bahamian bush teas are served along with Bahamian cakes, finger foods and pastries.
Entertainment is provided by Bahamian musicians, poets and storytellers and art and craft are on display. The dress is casually elegant with no shorts and jeans or tennis shoes allowed.
Complimentary transportation can be provided with prior reservations.
For information Tel: (242) 323-1853/6 or at
www.bahamas.com under activities.
June 2008:
June 6: Labour Day a Public Holiday
:
On this Holiday members of the Labour Unions from different organizations as well as Political Parties march in a large parade through the streets of Downtown Nassau, usually in colourful uniforms, beginning around 10:00 am. Local bands and a few junkanooers, provide lively music for the marchers as well as spectators, lead the parades. The parade ends at the Southern Recreation Grounds where Union Leaders and Local Politicians deliver their speeches.
Most Bahamians then spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing or visiting the beaches.
June to July: Junkanoo Summer Festival
is held at Arawak Cay Cultural Park every Saturday in June from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
There is a celebration of Bahamian food, craft demonstrations, story telling, special children’s activities, live entertainment and Junkanoo parades.
For information please contact the Ministry of Tourism at Tel. (242) 323-1853-6.
June: The Bahamas Rotary Tuna Classic, Fifth Annual Tournament
will be held at Hurricane Hole Marina, Paradise Island.
The event will feature prizes and a
grand trophy for the largest tuna.
For more information please Tel. (242) 394-9980 or (242) 357-7524
June:
The Changing of the Guard
: this ceremony takes place at Government House every other Saturday, 10:00 am.
For information please Tel: (242) 322-2020
June to August: Police Summer Youth Camp Program
will be held at different public parks throughout New Providence and the Family Islands.
The Community Policing division of the Royal Bahamas Police Force coordinates this program. For information please Tel. (242) 323-3435
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Events are subject to change without notice
