1999

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 August 1999

AUGUST 1 - 4
SIXTH ANNUAL BIG GAME CLUB FAMILY TOURNAMENT [Bimini] A fun family four-day fishing tournament. Lots of under-18 activities, including the famous scavenger hunt. Location: Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. For reservations, call 1-800-737-1007 (USA); for further information, contact Mr. Raul Miranda, Tournament Director, Big Game Fishing Club at telephone (242) 347-3391/3; fax (242) 347-3392.

AUGUST 2
EMANCIPATION DAY A public holiday. The first Monday in August commemorates the emancipation of slavery in 1834. In Nassau, a highlight of this holiday is an early morning "Junkanoo Rushout" starting at 4:00 a.m. in Fox Hill Village, followed by an afternoon of "cookouts" (sale of native foods), cultural events, such as "climbing the greasy pole" and the plaiting of the maypole, all taking place at the Fox Hill Parade grounds.

AUGUST 2 - 6
BIMINI NATIVE FISHING TOURNAMENT [Bimini] Location: Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. For reservations, call 1-800-737-1007 (USA); for further information, contact Mr. Raul Miranda, Tournament Director, Big Game Fishing Club at telephone (242) 347-3391/3; fax (242) 347-3392.

AUGUST 4 - 8
BAHAMAS SUMMER BOATING FLING/FLOTILLA [Bimini] [To Big Game Club (Bimini Fling) ] A must for boating enthusiasts and yachtsmen cruising to The Bahamas for the first time. Make the five-day crossing from Florida to The Bahamas in the company of a flotilla of boats (minimum boat length 22') guided by a lead boat. All flings depart from Radisson Bahai Mar Resort & Yacht Center, Ft Lauderdale, Florida. For more information, contact the Bahamas Sports & Aviation Information Centre at 1-800-327-7678 or (305) 932-0051.

AUGUST 6 - 8
COCONUT WATER FLY-IN [Exuma] A fly-in to George Town. Participate and sample how the locals prepare tropical coconut drinks. Hotel: Club Peace & Plenty. For more information, contact the Bahamas Sports & Aviation Information Centre at 1-800-327-7678 or (305) 932-0051; e-mail: grolle@gobahamas.com.& Plenty.

AUGUST 7
BIRD WALK [Grand Bahama Island] Birdwatching enthusiasts can enjoy a walk through this bird sanctuary. Location: Rand Nature Centre. Time: The first Saturday in every month at 8:00 a.m. For further information contact the Rand at (242) 352-5438.


AUGUST
BLACK POINT REGATTA [Exuma] Location: Black Point, Exuma. First weekend in August. For more information, contact the Exuma Tourist Office at telephone (242) 336-2430; fax (242) 336-2431. Dates are subject to change.


AUGUST
ANNUAL STANIEL CAY HOMECOMING & BONEFISH TOURNAMENT [Exuma] An angler's challenge against the wily bonefish. This four-day tournament takes place amidst five days of onshore activities, including all-day native food feasts, sporting activities, music and dancing. First weekend in August. For more information, contact the Exuma Tourist Office at telephone (242) 336-2430; fax (242) 336-2431.


AUGUST
ROLLEVILLE REGATTA [Exuma] First weekend in Aug. For further information, contact the Exuma Tourist Office at (242) 336-2430; fax (242) 336-2431 or Kermit Rolle at (242) 345-0002. Dates are subject to change.


AUGUST
PARADISE ISLAND AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIPS [Nassau/Paradise Island] For more information, contact Jean-Paul Michaelson, Director of Golf, Paradise Island Golf Club, telephone (242) 363-3925; fax (242) 363-1479.


AUGUST 10
 FOX HILL DAY CELEBRATION [Nassau/Paradise Island] According to history, Fox Hill residents, located a great distance from the city, did not learn of Emancipation until a week after its proclamation. Thus, symbolically, they celebrate this historic occasion a week later than the general population. Gospel concerts at various churches in the morning are followed by a festive afternoon centred around a cookout of native culinary specialties at Freedom Park, Fox Hill. Second Tues. in Aug.


AUGUST 11 - 15
BAHAMAS SUMMER BOATING FLING/FLOTILLA [Bimini] [To Bimini Big Game Fishing Club (Bimini Fling) ] A must for boating enthusiasts and yachtsmen cruising to The Bahamas for the first time. Make the five-day crossing from Florida to The Bahamas in the company of a flotilla of boats (minimum boat length 22') guided by a lead boat. All flings depart from Radisson Bahai Mar Resort & Yacht Center, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. For more information, contact the Bahamas Sports & Aviation Information Centre at 1-800-327-7678 or (305) 932-0051.


AUGUST 14 & 28
CHANGING OF THE GUARD CEREMONY [Nassau/Paradise Island] A tradition of pomp and pageantry marking the changing of the Guard at Government House. Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: Government House Grounds, Blue Hill Road, five minutes from downtown Nassau. Note: Dates are subject to change or cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances. Telephone (242) 322-2020 to confirm date.

AUGUST
ANNUAL BERNIE BUTLER BASRA SWIM RACE [Grand Bahama Island] This annual competitive two-mile long swim race attracts scores of health enthusiasts (ages 8 - 65), to aid BASRA (Bahamas Air & Sea Rescue Assoc.). Contact Joe Thompson at (242) 352-4102.


AUGUST 15
THIRTY-NINTH ANNUAL MISS BAHAMAS BEAUTY PAGEANT [Nassau/Paradise Island] Over a dozen young Bahamian beauties vie for the coveted title of Miss Bahamas in a gala evening of electric anticipation and stellar entertainment. Time: 9:00 p.m. Location: (TBD). For more information, contact Ms. Theresa Adderley, President, Miss Bahamas Beauty Pageant at (242) 356-5933.


AUGUST 27
PEOPLE-TO-PEOPLE TEA PARTY [Nassau/Paradise Island] For a delightful afternoon of tea, entertainment and good company, join guests at Government House Ballroom, between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Guests should be seated no later than 3:45 p.m. For reservations, contact the Social Hostess at your hotel or call the manager, People-To-People Unit, Ministry of Tourism, telephone (242) 326-5371, (242) 328-7810, (242) 356-0435-8; fax (242) 356-0434. Proper attire is required.


AUGUST 29
FINCO OPEN [Nassau/Paradise Island] A FINCO-sponsored event for amateurs. Format: individual medal. Location: South Ocean Golf & Beach Resort. For registration and further information, contact Pauline Curry at (242) 364-4992.