Posted by Tracy Cartwright on December 04, 2000 at 19:18:16:
Yup, Christmas is right around the corner and Decemberıs calendar is packed with concerts, balls, shows and of course Junkanoo! Make sure to get out and have some fun, all the major islands have plenty to offer.
Merry Christmas!
DECEMBER 1
MARLBOUGH ARMS GRAND OPENING
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
Grand opening for Marlborough Arms Pirate Pub. There will be complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Now open seven days / seven nights. Happy hour: every day 4-7 p.m. Friday 4 p.m. until.... Location: Pirates Of Nassau.
DECEMBER 1
"KINGDOM MILLENNIUM BALL 2000"
[Grand Bahama Island]
Grand Bahama Christian Center presents a formal gala "Kingdom Millennium Ball 2000." Location: the Camelot Room, at the Resort at Bahamia. Theme: "Empowering Future Generations through Education." Part proceeds will go to the Bishop Cardinal McIntosh Scholarship Fund. Tickets are available at Grand Bahama Christian Center.
DECEMBER 1
AUTHENTICALLY BAHAMIAN CHRISTMAS TRADE SHOW
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
A grand show case of Things Bahamian - exquisite batiks, ceramics and pottery; shell and fish scale jewelry, wood carving, strawcraft , quilts, edibles, a wide array of Christmas ornaments, and much, much more. Time: 10:00 a.m. - 6 p.m. Location: the Nassau Marriott & Crystal Palace Casino. For more information tel. (242) 302-2063. E-mail: rrolle@bahamas.com
DECEMBER 1
ABACO CULTURAL SOCIETY FUND RAISING PARTY
[Abaco]
Proceeds from this popular social event go to defray costs of staging the annual Abaco Christmas Concert Under the Stars. 7:30 p.m. at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Theile. Location: Green Turtle Cay. Admission is $30. For more information contact Alton Lowe at (242) 365-4264; (305)576-6194.
DECEMBER 1 2
THE PRODICAL DAUGHTER [THEATRE]
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
A drama production by All Saints Anglican Church troupe. Time: 8:00 p.m. Location: the Dundas Center for the Performing Arts. Admission: $10.00. For more information, tel (242) 393-3728.
DECEMBER 1 - 2
FESTIVALE NOELLE
[Grand Bahama Island]
This popular annual event at one of the islandıs premier nature retreats includes wine- tasting, arts & crafts, live music & much more. Location: Rand Nature Centre. For more information, call the Rand at (242) 352-5438.
DECEMBER 1 - 3
THE SENIOR PGA LUCAYAN GRAND SLAM [GOLF]
[Grand Bahama Island]
Winners of the Senior PGA tee off on the Lucayan Reef Golf Course for a purse of $600,000. The Tournament will broadcast on CNBC to over 200 million viewers. (242) 373-1066.
DECEMBER 1 - 3
JUNKANOO GRAND FINALE FLY-IN
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
Private pilots head south to the Islands Of The Bahamas monthly for an exciting weekend of island life. For more information, tel. (800) 327-7678. E-mail: HYPERLINK mail to: grolle@bahamas.com.
DECEMBER 1 - 30
ALTON LOWE & JAMES MASTIN ART EXHIBITION
[Abaco]
A month long exhibition featuring the paintings of one of the Bahaması foremost artist, Alton Lowe, and the works by well known American master sculptor James Mastin. Daily, except Sunday at Lowe Art Gallery, Black Sound, Green Turtle Cay.
DECEMBER 2
ANNUAL GRAND BAHAMA AIDS BALL
[Grand Bahama Island]
A major fundraising event to underwrite public education on AIDS and medication for those with AIDS. Sponsored by the Grand Bahama Aids Awareness Committee. Contact Sandra Mortimer at the Rand Memorial Hospital at tel. (242) 352-6735.
DECEMBER 2
ANNUAL PINETREE STABLES CHRISTMAS HORSE SHOW
[Grand Bahama Island]
Students at Grand Bahamaıs only stable compete in a fine display of equestrian skills. Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Pine Tree Stables. For more information tel. (242) 373-3600. HYPERLINK http://www.bahamas.vg.com E-mail: pinetree@batelnet.bs.
DECEMBER 2
CHRISTMAS CONCERT UNDER THE STARS
[Abaco]
An open air concert featuring a wide range of tunes, from Broadway hits to traditional Christmas favourites by top local & international performing artists. Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Garden Theatre, Black Sound, Green Turtle Cay. Admission is $15. For more information contact Alton Lowe at tel. (242) 365-4264; (305) 576-6194.
DECEMBER 2
BAHAMAS NATIONAL TRUST ORNITHOLOGY GROUP MEETING
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
The Bahamas National Trust Ornithology group has monthly bird watching field trips, usually on the first Saturday of the month. Locations vary so check with Carolyn Wardle at tel. (242) 362-1574, or The Bahamas National Trust (BNT) at (242) 393-1317 for times and places to meet.
DECEMBER 2
BIRD WALK
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
For more information contact Carolyn Wardle at tel. (242) 362-1574. E-mail: cwardle@batelnet.bs.
DECEMBER 3
27th ANNUAL NIGHT OF CHRISTMAS MUSIC
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
Heralds in the Yuletide Season with an entertaining evening of Christmas carols & humorous skits. Featuring the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band, leading choirs, chorales & musical artists. Sponsored the Rotary Club of West Nassau. For more information contact Gerald Strachan at (242) 393-2023.
DECEMBER 6 - 9
CARIBBEAN OPEN [GOLF]
[Grand Bahama Island]
Top Caribbean Pro-Am players tee off in a championship meet at the Lucayan Golf & Country Club. $25,000 cash award goes to the first place winner.
DECEMBER 6 - 9
ANNUAL BAHAMAS WAHOO CHAMPIONSHIPS # 2
[Grand Bahama Island]
Location: Lucaya Marina Village. For more information tel. (800) 468-4799 or (242) 367-2158. www.bahamaswahoo.com.
DECEMBER 7
ART SHOW
[Abaco]
There will be an art show at Sapodilly's from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Local artists are slated to display. Following the art show will be a Wine & Cheese Tasting (by invitation).
DECEMBER 7 - 10
THE CRYSTAL CUP AT ATLANTIS
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
The excitement of championship sailing comes to Paradise in a weekend of hotly contested races. For more information tel. (242) 363-3000. www.sunint.com.
DECEMBER 8 9
SONGS FOR ALL SEASONS
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
Kayla Edwards performs from a repertoire of songs of inspiration. Guest performances by the Dicey Do Singers and the National Childrenıs Choir. Time: 8:30 p.m. Location: the Dundas Center for the Performing Arts. Admission: $15. For more information tel. (242) 3933728
DECEMBER 8 - 10
SLOT/CARIBBEAN STUD TOURNAMENT
[Grand Bahama Island]
Location: the Casino at Bahamia. For more information tel. (242) 350-7000.
DECEMBER 8, 9, 10 & 11
"THE WIZARD OF OZ"
[Grand Bahama Island]
The Freeport Players present their new production - "The Wizard of Oz". Curtain time Dec. 8, 9, & 10th: 8 p.m. Dec. 11 matinee: 3 p.m.
DECEMBER 9
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
[Abaco]
A fundraising event which assists various causes in Central Abaco. Location: Yamaha Park on Queen Elizabeth Dr., Marsh Harbour. Time: 12 noon.
DECEMBER 9
TOYS FOR TOTS
[Abaco]
This annual motorcycle ride through various towns of Abaco is organized by the Scurvy Few Motorcycle Club of Marsh Harbour, to provide toys for children in Abaco at this festive time of the year.
DECEMBER 9
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING
[Grand Bahama Island]
The tree will be lit under the theme, "Millennium Christmas Celebration". There will be Bahamian performers, fireworks & much more. Location: Port Lucaya. Time: 7 p.m.
DECEMBER 9
DANCES FOR THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT
[Abaco]
Featuring performances by the 12-member Momentum Dance Company, Miamiıs oldest dance company. 7:30 p.m., the Garden Theatre, Black Sound, Green Turtle Cay.
For more information tel. (242) 365-4094.
DECEMBER 11
MARSH HARBOUR CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE
[Abaco]
This annual event begins at 7:30 p.m. and is scheduled to end at 9:00 p.m. with a fireworks display. Anyone is eligible and applications can be picked up from the Jib Room, Silbert at Radio Abaco, Pattie Toler and Abaco Insurance.
DECEMBER 12 - 15
ANNUAL RENAISSANCE SINGERS CHRISTMAS CONCERT
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
Presenting an evening of classical, modern & ethnic Christmas music, performed by The Bahamas' leading chorale. Time: 8:30 p.m. nightly. Location: Government House Ballroom. For more information, contact Pauline Glasby, tel.(242) 302-4512, or (242) 328-8553. Tickets are available at Arthur D. Hanna & Co., Deveaux & Dowdeswell Streets, tel. (242) 322-8306.
DECEMBER 14
JUNIOR JUNKANOO PARADE
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
A competitive display of indigenous Junkanoo music, dance & festive costumes by primary & secondary school students. A prelude to Boxing Day & New Year's Day Junkanoo Parades. Time: 3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Location: Bay Street. For more information, contact the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture at tel. (242) 356-2691/2; fax: (242) 356-2693.
DECEMBER 15
SOLOMONıS MINES COCKTAIL PARTY
[Abaco]
Solomon's Mines will hold its annual Christmas cocktail party where they will display their fine lines of crystal & china, perfume, jewellery, clothing and souvenirs at holiday prices as well as their new arrivals. This party is by invitation.
DECEMBER 16
CHRISTMAS GOLF CLASSIC
[Grand Bahama Island]
A Bahamas Golf Federation event. Location: the Bahamia Country Club. Competition open to visiting golfers. For more information contact Carlton Harris at tel. (242) 352-2178.
DECEMBER 16
NATIONAL JUNKANOO COMPETITION FINALS
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
An individual competition "The Olympics of Junkanoo," where the best of Junkanoo is judged - best drummer, best cowbeller, best dancer. Location: Rawson Square, Bay St. Time: 3:00 p.m. until. Admission: Free. For more information, contact Vola Francis, Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture at tel. (242) 356-2691/2; fax: (242) 356-2693.
DECEMBER 17
BEAT RETREAT
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
The internationally-renowned Royal Bahamas Police Force Band, puts on a show-stopping drill display to the tunes of traditional & Bahamian Christmas music. Time: 4:00 p.m. Location: Rawson Square. For more information tel. (242) 322-2020.
DECEMBER 20
KOUMBAH CREATIVITY
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
Enjoy an evening of literary artistry, beauty and culture. (Poetry, storytelling, gifts, art, music and food.) Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Ardastra Gardens. Admission: $7.00. E-mail: nubiah@rocketmail.com.
DECEMBER 22 - 26
BYRON LEE & DRAGONNAIRES
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
A week-long concert featuring the king of Calypso. Time: 9:00 a.m. until. Admission: $30. Independence Ballroom, Radisson Cable Beach. For more information tel. (242) 327-6000.
DECEMBER 25
CHRISTMAS DAY
[The Islands Of The Bahamas]
A public holiday, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.
DECEMBER 26
BOXING DAY
[The Islands Of The Bahamas]
A public holiday. The day is a traditional English holiday started centuries ago when nobility & landlords boxed leftover Christmas goodies & gave them to servants & tenants.
DECEMBER 26
BOXING DAY JUNKANOO PARADE
[The Islands Of The Bahamas]
A spectacular parade of music, dance and costume. Parade starts at 1:00 am. Location: Bay Street, downtown Nassau. For more information tel. (242) 394-0445; fax (242) 394-5920. In Grand Bahama, Junkanoo takes place along the parade route on West Sunrise Highway, from 5:00 p.m. to midnight. Parades are held on all the other major Islands Of The Bahamas - times vary.
DECEMBER 29 - JANUARY 1
STANIEL CAY NEW YEARıS CELEBRATION
[Exuma]
Residents and visitors to Exumaıs beautiful Staniel Cay bring in the New Year with traditional festivities including a sailing regatta, a charity auction and a floating drive (golf). For more information tel.(242) 355-2024. E-mail: dlhocher@aol.com.
DECEMBER 30 JANUARY 1
ANNUAL NEW YEARıS SAILING REGATTA
[Nassau/Paradise Island]
Continuing from Dec. 31. Thirty to forty locally built sailing sloops, ranging from 17ı to 28ı, converge off Montagu Bay in a battle for the championship. For information, tel. (242) 394-0445.