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People - Selah Poitier

December 12, 2015, 11:55 am
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Selah Poitier is a bassist, vocalist, songwriter, musician, producer, actress and activist hailing from the beautiful islands of The Bahamas. To Selah, music is storytelling and is a powerful tool for social change, healing and spiritual transformation. Her musical philosophy is that musicians may come from completely different cultural backgrounds and social climates, but all come from the same root and commonality which is ‘humanity’. That is what makes music so relatable to listeners from all over the globe.

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Box Cart Derby Features Speed, Spectacle & Showmanship

December 14, 2015, 5:32 am
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Written by: David Ralph

Elbow Cay’s popular Box Cart Derby took place on November 28. The races take place on Big Hill on the road south of Hope Town. For the fifth year in a row, Otis Christian Wilhoyte took the overall prize.

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Bahamian Lee Callender featured among 11 world renowned pianists in "United Pianos" video

December 15, 2015, 5:37 am
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By The Bahamas Weekly News Team

Bahamian pianist, Lee Callender has been featured along with 10 other renown pianists across the globe in a number for the Israeli mission to UN intending to offer peace through music.

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Bahamas Official Public Holidays and Special Days

December 15, 2015, 11:51 am
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Bahamians represented at the Commonwealth Youth Forum in Malta

December 16, 2015, 5:44 am
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Bahamas National Youth Council and National Delegate Ms. Tamar Moss, Mr. Shaquille Knowles and Mr. Andril Aranha represented the Bahamas.

Malta — Organized as a part of CHOGM, The Commonwealth Youth Forum was hosted on the 21st – 26th of November, 2015 in Saint Paul’s Bay, Malta. This high level meeting is typically hosted every two years. This year’s theme is “Adding Global Value…#What Next”.
As apart of the Commonwealth, The Bahamas was represented at the 10th Commonwealth Youth Forum by Executive Vice President of the Bahamas National Youth Council and National Delegate Ms. Tamar Moss, Candidate for the Caribbean and Americas Regional Representative, Mr. Shaquille Knowles and Entrepreneur and National Observer Mr. Andril Aranha.  Read more >>

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Curtain Closes On Film Festival

December 17, 2015, 5:41 am
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Leslie Vanderpool, right, at the award ceremony for the Bahamas International Film Festival
By RICARDO WELLS
Tribune Staff Reporter
rwells@tribunemedia.net

GOING into the 12th annual Bahamas International Film Festival (BIFF) two weeks ago, founder and executive director Leslie Vanderpool emphasised the value of developing the festival while simultaneously improving the country’s local film industry, promising that this year’s selection of films would showcase the industry’s best in The Bahamas. 
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Thousands support 'I Love Freeport' Fest

December 18, 2015, 5:23 am
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by: Jaimie Smith

Vehicular traffic was diverted for most of the day in the heart of downtown, Freeport on Saturday, all for good reason.

The highly anticipated, ‘I Love Freeport’ event was the purpose for the diversion as a wholesome street party took place for residents and visitors of the island to enjoy. As the event commenced at noon, the intersection of Pioneer’s Way and the Mall Drive were closed prior to the start in preparation for the multitude of acts and performances that were on display, on the stage that was erected for the celebration.  Read more >> 
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Students Go On A Field Trip To The Supermarket

December 18, 2015, 5:29 am
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STUDENTS from Queen’s College and Uriah McPhee Primary School have been learning about money, healthy living and community partnerships on field trips to Solomon’s Super Centre.

Last month, first graders from Queen’s College came armed with shopping lists to purchase items for a class picnic. While touring the store, students learned the value of money and were encouraged by teachers to choose healthy food options. They used addition and subtraction tools while placing picnic items in their carts.  Read more >>
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New Museum of Grand Bahama to celebrate the island's explorers, pioneers and settlers

December 21, 2015, 5:42 am
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FREEPORT, Grand Bahama --- The new historical Museum of Grand Bahama will be located in the former Shannon Country Club building on Magellan Drive, at the entrance to the Garden of the Groves. It is expected to become an important source of history and information about the island. It is intended to be a centre of interest and activity as it celebrates the explorers, pioneers and settlers of Grand Bahama Island. Read more >>
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Handbook Is Essential Guide To The Bahamas

December 22, 2015, 5:43 am
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THE Bahamas’ first megastar, a high-priced lawyer who donates his expertise to human rights and environmental causes and how the Cold War of the 1970s helped to grow The Bahamas’ financial services sector are just some of the stories in the 2016 Bahamas Handbook which arrived in bookstores last week.

Published by Etienne Dupuch Jr Publications for more than 50 years, the 2016 edition offers an exciting lineup of articles, beautiful photography and a reliable compendium of facts and figures on everything you ever wanted to know about The Bahamas.

Readers will discover an all-but-forgotten megastar of yesteryear - Bahamian-born Bert Williams - who withstood harsh racism to become one of America’s most beloved entertainers; the irrepressible Maureen Duvalier, “Bahama Mama,” who paved the way for women to perform in Junkanoo; and Fred Smith, QC, the well-known Grand Bahama lawyer who is also a passionate social activist. Read more >>
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Bahamas Striping and Ministry of Social Services Spread Holiday Cheer

December 23, 2015, 5:27 am
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President, Atario Mitchell presents Lia Head of Head Knowles 30 large hams for a Christmas Dinner for the southern islands.

By The Calabash Group/Kristen Jones

Nassau, Bahamas: The season of giving has not ben lost at The Bahamas Striping Group of Companies. Recently, the company donated 1,500 hams and turkeys, and over 500 toys to The Ministry of Social Services. Each year, the company exhibits its sense of community and goodwill by making donations to various groups and organizations.  Read more >>
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WSC to Spread Holiday Cheer Throughout the Southern Bahamas

December 23, 2015, 5:33 am
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WSC to Spread Holiday Cheer Throughout the Southern Bahamas - During the holidays, it’s better to give than to receive and Water & Sewerage Corporation (WSC) is continuing their tradition of celebrating the holidays by giving back by sending presents to children affected by Hurricane Joaquin. After the storm ravaged the islands, the Corporation knew they had to do something to make the holidays full of cheer for children. As such, the WSC team will be sending Christmas gifts to the affected islands to donate toys to children. (Photo courtesy of BVS)

By Water and Sewerage Corporation

Nassau, Bahamas – During the festive season it’s often said, ‘it’s better to give than to receive’ and the Water & Sewerage Corporation (WSC) is continuing their tradition of celebrating the holidays by giving presents to children – this year to those affected by Hurricane Joaquin.  Read more >>
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Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from Bahamian Art & Culture!

December 23, 2015, 1:54 pm
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Dear Readers,

What a full year it has been! And, oh, how grateful we are to Bahamian artists and creatives, to our advertisers and to our faithful readership for making our humble e-publication grow this year.  

We thank you, our readers, for your emails and messages bearing encouragement and kind words. Without your support, our efforts would be for nought.

In a world of increasing negativity and bad news, we are happy to know that we light a candle that exposes the exquisite beauty, the vibrant creativity and the uplifting stories that do exist in our nation and the world. It’s the whole point we exist—to share the beauty and joy we see in Bahamian Art & Culture to your inboxes, newsfeeds and timelines all year round.

It is our prayer that this holiday season is wonderful in every way and that the new year which approaches brings prosperity and an increase in love and beauty in your hearts, homes, neighborhoods and country.

May God bless you and all the best to you for 2016!

THANK YOU!

From the Smith & Benjamin Team:
Jolyon, Dionne, Stephanie and Don
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Merry Christmas from NativeStew.Com

December 23, 2015, 2:54 pm
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Unofficial results 2015 Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade

December 27, 2015, 9:45 am
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Rebuild Bahamas Ready to Launch, Invites Applications

December 29, 2015, 5:25 am
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by ZNS News

Two months after Hurricane Joaquin ravaged seven islands in the southern Bahamas with record rains and howling winds, tossing fishing boats onto land, closing businesses and schools and leaving many with little more than the clothes on their back, Rebuild Bahamas announced today it is ready to launch funds and volunteers into the re-opening of commerce, aiding schools and providing clean drinking water. Read more >>
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The Valley Boys Secure a Boxing Day Win

December 29, 2015, 2:40 pm
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Sandals Foundation Spreads Holiday Cheer Throughout Nassau And Exuma

December 30, 2015, 5:15 am
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Nassau, Bahamas – Kids from foster homes and schools glowed for Sandals Foundation volunteers this Christmas season when the team delivered their annual Christmas toys and treats.

Move than 300 toys and treats were distributed to the Centre for the Deaf, Gambier Primary School, Children’s Emergency Hostel, Elizabeth Estates Home, Ranfurly Home and the AIDS Foundation. Another 600 toys were donated to other charitable organizations, including a drive for the children in islands affected by hurricane Joaquin.  Read more >>
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Artist Alexia Roach Comes Home To Push Boundaries

December 30, 2015, 5:36 am
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By JEFFARAH GIBSON
Tribune Features Writer
jgibson@tribunemedia.net

BAHAMIAN artist Alexia Roach set out to push boundaries and experiment with various media for her solo exhibition “Coming Home”.

Inspired by her father’s death two years ago, the artist said she was moved to create work that demonstrated a parallel between the “spiritual and earthly sanctums of family and familiarity”.  Read more >>
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Valley Boys Are Unofficial New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade Winners

January 3, 2016, 6:13 am
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By RICARDO WELLS
Tribune Staff Reporter
rwells@tribunemedia.net

THE VALLEY Boys have been declared the unofficial champions of the 2016 New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade, edging second place finishers One Family by .61 points.

Flying through Bay Street early Friday morning under the theme "Birds of a Feather March Together”, the Valley Boys left spectators in awe of their performance.  Read more >>
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