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Marjoke and Friends lend magic to the Grand Bahama Labyrinth - Mar 9, 2010 - 1:38:34 PM
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Freeport, Bahamas - Saturday, March 6th on the beautiful Sacred Path in the Garden of the Groves a most appreciative audience were delighted by the magic of the ‘Evening with Marjoke and Friends’ who all performed from their hearts, vocalising the true spirit of the Labyrinth. 

 

Our Dutch Diva, Marjoke Twiest opened the show with a beautiful recital of "People", reminding us that life is all about....people!


Marjoke was joined in turn by her special 'music friends' performing some of our favourite songs... 
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Grand Bahama Labyrinth
Labyrinth Garden Theatre presents “An Evening with Marjoke & Friends" - March 6th - Mar 4, 2010 - 10:11:55 PM
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Freeport, Grand Bahama - Labyrinth Garden Theatre proudly presents “An Evening with Marjoke & Friends” a Dutch Divas Production at The Grand Bahama Labyrinth, Garden of the Groves.

Saturday 6 March 2010 at 8.00p.m. Tickets $15.00 (Friends of the Garden $10.00)

Pre /Apres-Show Dinner at the Garden Café, Reservations or Tickets: 374.7779


Enjoy the beautiful voices of Dalia Feldman ;Tony Lowe;Javan Hunt ;Stephan Lighters; Marjoke Twiest. The incredible dancing of Julia Geiger; Lawson Pinder and Stephan Lighters… with spectacular. Fire Dancing by Stephan and Lawson.
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama
Grand Bahama Bike Routes via New Blog - Dec 28, 2009 - 4:51:11 AM

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A new blog has been set up for cycling routes on Grand Bahama Island by Walter Strauss. If you are a cycling enthusiast or wish to become one, this helpful blog will give you some routes to get started.

The blog, www.GrandBahamaBikeRoutes.blogspot.com offers 5 maps of routes to begin your cycling sightseeing adventures. Although most routes have no bike signage you can print the maps and follow along.

Strauss says, "Grand Bahama is one of the nicest places to bike.....if you stay off the main roads! Fortunately there are some great "through the neighborhood routes" that can get you from downtown to some great destinations like Banana Bay, Garden of the Groves, Barbary Beach, Dover Sound. All of these routes were discovered using Google Maps. The street maps of the island are not reliable as many of the streets on the maps don't exist but the Google satellite image is pretty clear.

The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Grand Bahama Labyrinth
Welcome to the Grand Bahama Labyrinth - Jan 18, 2009 - 8:47:28 AM

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One of the finest places in The Bahamas to commune with nature, the Garden of the Groves, now also houses a beautiful recreation of an ancient sacred path — The Grand Bahama Labyrinth — where visitors of all faiths can walk and reflect on healing, peace, meditation, prayer, our connection to the Divine, and our connection to one another.

This historical monument was founded and created in 2008 by Barbara Chester and the Community of Grand Bahama Island, with the invaluable help and creative guidance of Robert Ferre & Judy Hopen of Labyrinth Enterprises, Limited.

Find out about visiting the Labyrinth and read the Founder's Message within...

The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Grand Bahama Labyrinth
Upcoming Events at the Labyrinth - Mar 12, 2010 - 12:26:53 AM

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Upcoming Grand Bahama Labyrinth Events

Check here often to find out what is coming up at the Grand Bahama Labyrinth in the beautiful Garden of the Groves.

The Grand Bahama Labyrinth is a wonderful place to unwind, seek solitude, meditate or pray, OR enjoy a community event!

The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Garden of the Groves
Animals at the Garden of the Groves - Mar 5, 2010 - 9:50:03 PM
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Freeport, Bahamas - During the recent months the Garden has added several new animal attractions and we would like to introduce two of them to our friends and visitors.

A flock of White-cheeked Pintails have become quite at home at the Garden of the Groves. They are commonly called Bahama Ducks and they were recently donated to the Garden by Mr. Pericles Maillis on behalf of the Bahamas National Trust.
 
There is the new Bahamian Raccoon Exhibit which has been placed in the childrens' playground as the younger set is especially attracted to these little creatures!  Raccoons look cuddly but are quite fierce and aggressive when handled. They are clever and immediately associate humans with food when one approaches the enclosure ...
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Garden of the Groves
This weekend at the Garden Cafe - the Great Film Classic, Casablanca - Feb 26, 2010 - 1:22:11 PM
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Freeport, Grand Bahama -  Don't miss the Great Film Classic ~ Casablanca at The Garden of the Groves Garden Cafe.

Saturday, February 27th at 6:00pm. Weather Permitting!!

If "Bogie" gets rained on; we will "play it again, Sam" on another night!

The Garden of the Groves- Corner of Midshipman and Magellan Drive, Freeport Grand Bahama Island...
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama
Horsing around in the Bahamas - Feb 24, 2010 - 2:30:34 PM

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Grand Bahama, The Bahamas – Am I on The Bachelorette or is this a bad case of TV deja vu?

The pale aqua ocean, deserted beach and sleek black horse all look strangely familiar. My lithe female guide, Leo, the owner of Trikk Pony, confirms it.

Secluded Barbary Beach on Grand Bahama, the fourth-largest island in the Bahamian archipelago, is where Bachelorette DeAnna rode horses with Jesse on The Bachelorette Season 4, and I'm about to re-create the ride.

The only thing is, I'm not sure I want to. When I'd originally signed up I'd misunderstood the program and thought I'd be swimming with seahorses...

The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Garden of the Groves
Birding Enthusiasts' Birdwalk, February 20th at Garden of the Groves - Feb 18, 2010 - 4:21:49 PM
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Freeport, Bahamas - Birding Enthusiasts' Birdwalk, will take place on, Saturday February 20th at the Garden of the Groves from 8 to 10am.

Enjoy the early morning tranquility with your guide Erika on your leisurely stroll through the gardens. You can catch glimpses of our winter resident birds as well as our year 'round visitors, such as some of those pictured here.  

Then stop at the cafe for a light breakfast and to compare notes on your sightings...
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Garden of the Groves
PLANT SALE this Saturday at the Garden of the Groves - Feb 13, 2010 - 10:05:06 AM

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Freeport, Bahamas - Beautify your garden with plants from the nursery at Garden of the Groves

This Saturday, February 13th from 9 am ~ 2 pm

Don't miss our Plant Sale at the Garden's nursery...our gardeners have been cultivating new fruit trees and plants to enhance your garden! 

We have mango trees of the Mangola variety, tamarind trees and colourful crotons, in addition to hummingbird and butterfly attracting plants and flowering shrubs at unbeatable prices!

The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Garden of the Groves
Love is in the Air at the Garden of the Groves! - Feb 13, 2010 - 7:05:07 AM

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Freeport, Bahamas - Love is in the Air at The Garden of The Groves This Sunday, February 14th  Join us for a special day of love for you and your Valentine!

Valentine's Day Lunch at the Garden Cafe.  Julie & Chef Stephan are creating a special lunch menu to tantalize your taste buds and please your palate! Cornish Hen w/Wild Rice OR Flank Steak Each served with fresh veggie kabobs And, for dessert Decadent White and Dark Chocolate Dipped Strawberries garnished with Chocolate Chunk Cookies Glass of Champagne or Mimosa $15.95 plus 15% gratuity  Call 374-7779 for reservations

Valentine's Day 'Walk of Love' on the Grand Bahama Labyrinth
from 4:30 - 6:00pm .  Enjoy beautiful live music and champagne...
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Garden of the Groves
This Weekend at the Garden Cafe‏: Kids Dinner & a Movie and More! - Feb 5, 2010 - 5:10:39 PM
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Freeport, Grand Bahama - This Weekend at the Garden Cafe: Friday Night, February 5th Enjoy Chef's Stefan's Special Creations.

For your listening pleasure... Jens Peter plays your favorite tunes from Country to Classic on the keyboard and guitar.

"Kids' Dinner & Movie" on Saturday, February 6th at 5:30 pm featuring the Lion King. Only $5...

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The Circle of Life II a huge success!‏ - Feb 3, 2010 - 8:06:39 AM

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Freeport, Bahamas - Those who attended Circle of Life on the Labyrinth at the Garden of the Groves Saturday night enjoyed a lovely show, possibly the best yet, with some beautiful singing, dancing, poetry monologues, and a slide show of shelter animals which was beautifully accompanied by Marjoke Twiest’s rendition of “In the Arms of the Angels”.  

About 100 people were treated to a first class production with a great deal of professionalism helped by Darren Rollins working lights, sound and projection.

The weather stayed dry and the moon peeped out of its eclipse just above the trees, providing a beautiful backdrop for the end of the show...
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Grand Bahama Labyrinth
Circle of Life - January 30th on the Grand Bahama Labyrinth - Jan 30, 2010 - 2:18:30 PM

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Freeport, Bahamas - In aid of the Humane Society of Grand  Bahama, the Garden of the Groves is pleased to present Circle of Life - A presentation of Music, Song, Dance and Inspiration, Saturday, January 30th on the Grand Bahama Labyrinth.

This year's Show promises to be even more entertaining than the beautiful show we watched last January on our lovely Labyrinth where the sacred energy added to the magic of the enchanted evening conjured up by that great duo - Ivy Elden and Gloria McGlone.


One performance only. Tickets: Adults $15, Children 12 and under $8.  Tickets can be purchased at the Garden entrance or at the Humane Society of Grand Bahama...

The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Grand Bahama Labyrinth
Peace Walk held at the Grand Bahama Labyrinth for Haiti - Jan 26, 2010 - 1:14:36 AM

Freeport, Bahamas -On January 22nd Labyrinth walks were being conducted all over the world in response to this human suffering following the earthquakes in Haiti.  There are reports of  walks from the Pacific Northwest, to the mid west, to St. Croix, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa and our own Grand Bahama. Indeed, the labyrinth is enfolding the World in her skirts of peace, comfort and compassion.

We held our Walk yesterday in honour of Haiti on our Sacred Path in the Garden of the Groves. The Labyrinth was surrounded by low level solar lights and tiki torches set in the jasmine. 

The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Grand Bahama Labyrinth
Global Labyrinth Prayer Walk For Haitian Earthquake Recovery - Jan 22, 2010 - 6:09:33 AM

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Freeport, Bahamas - On Friday, January 22, 2010 an OPEN LABYRINTH WALK will be held at the Grand Bahama Labyrinth in the Garden of the Groves between the hours of  4 and 7 pm. Events are planned throughout the United States and also in Canada, South Africa, Japan and the Netherlands.

The walk will be facilitated by Barbara Chester, qualified Labyrinth Facilitator who was trained by Dr. Lauren Artress, author of Walking a Sacred Path and founder of the Veriditas organization. 

Persons are encouraged to offer a monetary donation at the labyrinth to the Bahamas Red Cross for Haitian Earthquake Recovery.  All Labyrinth Donations received during the month of January will be sent to the Bahamas Red Cross for Haitian Earthquake Recovery.
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Garden of the Groves
New School Program at Garden of the Groves - Jan 21, 2010 - 7:25:08 AM

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Freeport, Grand Bahama  - The Garden has launched a program for schools island-wide called "Garden of the Groves Young Naturalist Program". This is an educational experience for all youngsters of K3 to Grade 4. The program is coordinated by Mrs. Marilyn Laing who has worked in early childhood education for over sixteen years and is now a certified tour guide at the Garden of the Groves.
 
The program will run from January to December featuring an interesting topic each month. Subjects for study include butterflies, native trees, insects, composting, birds and planting a vegetable garden. Here at the Garden students will have a classroom session featuring the topic of the month, a walk about to further enhance the topic and simple activities like coloring, crafts or puzzles to recap the lesson learned...
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Garden of the Groves
Kids' Dinner and a Movie at the Garden Cafe this weekend - January 16th - Jan 16, 2010 - 1:04:39 AM

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Freeport, Grand Bahama - The Garden of the Groves invites you to the Garden Cafe. Here is the weekend lineup:

Friday, January 15th enjoy Chef Stefan's creations for your dining pleasure: either Beef Filet Stroganoff or Fish steamed with onions, sweet peppers, garlic and lime; AND for your listening enjoyment, Jens Peter Sweeting will be playing your favourite tunes on the keyboard.

Saturday, January 16th is Kids' Dinner and a Movie as we feature Disney's Space Buddies, and the kiddies can choose from a Hot Dog, or Mini Quesadillas, or Nachos served with chips and lemonade. Popcorn is free...

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10 Great Destinations in The Bahamas - Dec 28, 2009 - 12:30:23 PM

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Bahamas is also known throughout the world as one of the most great and is one of the main reasons for its pristine beaches and natural beauty. In the Bahamas, you can spend your holidays on the beach sipping a tropical drink or dive and explore life in the sea near the coast abound. Whatever the reason is surely, in the Bahamas to offer travelers everywhere a well deserved moment of rest and relaxation, and there are 10 Places you could go when visiting this island paradise.

Enclosed are details from BahamasExclusiveResort.com blog on the best beaches, Lucayan National Park, Andros Island, Pirates of Nassau, Bahamas Historical Society Museum, and more...
The Bahamas Boasts : Grand Bahama : Garden of the Groves
Happenings at the Garden of the Groves ... - Dec 26, 2009 - 6:22:08 PM
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Freeport, Grand Bahama - The Garden hosted a number of events last week which is an indication that more and more organizations, companies and individuals chose this beautiful natural setting to enhance important events. Bahamian artist Eddie Minnis also stopped by last week.
 
1) The Rand Memorial Hospital celebrated the retirement of Nurse Christine Higgs at the Garden of the Groves who had dedicated 34 years of her life to the nursing profession.

2) The YMCA Waverunners Swim Club held its annual awards presentation  on the cafe deck overlooking the ponds and waterfalls.

and 3)
Grand Bahama Nature Tours and Garden of the Groves celebrated their second annual Christmas party together at the Garden. Both companies are very fortunate to have had to increase their staff this year due to more frequent cruise ship calls to the island...
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