| February 1999
FEBRUARY 1 - 28
CENTRAL BANK ART EXHIBITION [Nassau/Paradise Island] See a display of artworks by a Bahamian artist during the month of February. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Location: Central Bank Gallery, Trinity Place & Frederick Street, downtown Nassau. For further information, telephone Antonius Roberts at (242) 327-7562; fax: (242) 327-7649.
FEBRUARY
TWENTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL HISTORICAL EXHIBITION [Nassau/Paradise
Island] presented by the Archives Department. Note: CANCELLED FOR '99.
FEBRUARY
NATIONAL TEAM QUALIFYING TOURNAMENT [Nassau/Paradise Island] A golf event for amateurs. Format: Flighted individual medal. Sponsored by The Bahamas Golf Federation. Location: Paradise Island Golf Club, Paradise Island. For further information, contact Pauline Curry of the Bahamas Golf Federation, telephone (242) 364-4992; fax (242) 323-8719.
FEBRUARY 5
ANNUAL FARMER'S CAY (5F) FESTIVAL [Exuma] A rendezvous for yachtsmen
cruising The Exuma Islands and a
homecoming for the people of Farmer's Cay, Exuma. Boat excursions depart Nassau for the festival at 8:00 p.m. from Potter's Cay (M/V Etienne & Cephas mail boat), on Thu., February 4, and return to Nassau at 8:00 p.m. on Feb. 5 from Farmer's Cay Dock. First Friday in Feb. For further information, contact Mr. Terry Bain in Little Farmer's Cay, Exuma, at telephone (242) 355-4006/2093; fax (242) 355-4006/4063, or the Exuma Tourist Office, George Town, telephone (242) 336-2430; fax (242) 336-2431.
FEBRUARY 5-7
CONCH-OUT FLY-IN [Grand Bahama Island] A fly-in to Freeport. Sample some of the many Bahamian dishes made from conch (sea mollusk) Hotel: Port Lucaya Resort. For more information, contact the Bahamas Sports & Aviation Information Centre at 1-800-327-7678 or (305) 932-0051.
FEBRUARY 6
BIRD WALK [Grand Bahama Island]
Birdwatching enthusiasts can enjoy a walk through this bird sanctuary. Location: Rand Nature Centre. Time: The first Sat. of every month at 8:00 a.m. For further information, contact the Rand at (242) 352-5438.
FEBRUARY 6 & 20
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, 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.
FEBRUARY 7
NINETEENTH ANNUAL JUNKANOO
AWARDS PRESENTATION [Nassau/Paradise
Island] An entertaining gala awards ceremony, sponsored by the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture, to honour the winners from the recent Boxing Day and New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade competitions. Location: Atlantis Showroom, Atlantis Resort, Paradise Island. Time: Cocktails 7 - 8 p.m.; Ceremony at 8:30 p.m. Admission: $25 -- inclusive of two drinks. For further information, contact Ronald Simms at the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture at (242) 394-0445; fax: (242) 394-5920. Note: Date subject to change.
FEBRUARY 12 - 14
DAVIS CUP ROUND 1 (AMERICAS ZONE 1) [Nassau/Paradise
Island] Come and watch what promises to be an exciting tennis match between The Bahamas & Chile. Location: BLTA National Tennis Centre, Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre. For further information, contact Mr. Kit Spencer of The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Assoc. at telephone (242) 363-2930.
FEBRUARY 13
GRAND BAHAMA RED CROSS BALL [Grand Bahama Island] Sponsored by the Grand Bahama Red Cross Ball Committee. Venue: Camelot Room, Bahamas Princess Resort & Casino. Time: Cocktails at 7 p.m., dinner at 8 p.m. For more information, telephone the Grand Bahama Red Cross Centre at (242) 352-7163/3845.
FEBRUARY 13
ANNUAL HEART BALL [Nassau/Paradise
Island] An annual fund-raising event to enable the Sir Victor Sassoon (Bahamas) Heart Foundation to underwrite heart surgery for needy Bahamian children. Time: 8:30 p.m.; cocktails at 7:15 p.m. Location: Crown Ballroom, Paradise Towers, Atlantis Resort, Paradise Island. Donation: $150.00 per person. For tickets and further information, telephone Linda LeFleur of the Heart Foundation at (242) 327-0806.
FEBRUARY 14
MINISTRY OF HEALTH FOOD FAIR [Eleuthera] An international food fair, conceived by the Resident Doctor, with the view to raise funds for the community. Some 200 to 300 locals and visitors are expected to attend. Location: Parish Hall, Governor's Harbour. For further information, telephone (242) 332-2774.
FEBRUARY 14
ABACO CERAMICS EXHIBITION AND SALE [Abaco]
Exquisite handcrafted ceramic creations by Abaco artisans. Location: Abaco Ceramics. For further information, telephone Abaco Ceramics at (242) 365-8489.
FEBRUARY 14
ANNUAL POLICE VALENTINE BALL [Abaco] Location: Marsh Harbour. For further information, telephone (242) 367-2560.
FEBRUARY 14 - 15
ANNUAL VALENTINE MASSACRE
REGATTA [Nassau/Paradise
Island] A full day with lots of fun activities. Location: Montagu Bay. For further information, contact Dr. Philip McPhee at the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture at (242) 394-0445; fax: (242) 394-5920.
FEBRUARY
PEPSI COLA CLASSIC [Nassau/Paradise
Island] A Pepsi Cola-sponsored golf
Federation event for amateurs. Format: Flighted
individual medal. Location: South Ocean Golf Course. For
registration and further information, information contact
Pauline Curry at (242) 364-4992.
FEBRUARY 24 - 27
THE MID-WINTER WAHOO TOURNAMENT Leg #5 [Bimini] Location: Bimini Big Game Fishing Club. For further information, call (800) 737-1007.
FEBRUARY (tba)
LYFORD CAY (ART) GALLERY'S EXHIBITION [Nassau/Paradise
Island] Open since the 1960s, the Gallery regularly features paintings, sculptures, hand-blown glass and decorative art accessories from all over the world. Location: Lyford Cay Shopping Centre, Lyford Cay. Hours: Weekdays 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sat. 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Free Admission. For further information, telephone Ms. Barbara Rose at (242) 362-4040.
FEBRUARY 19 - 21
NASSAU RACE WEEK [Nassau/Paradise
Island] Hosted by the Nassau Yacht Club. Three days of racing and parties and a Caribbean pig roast. Trophies to be awarded to winners. PHRF Racers, Cruisers & Multihulls are welcome. Location: Montagu Bay. For more information, call the manager, Nassau Yacht Club at (242) 393-5132/5366; Internet:www:bahamas.net.ds/nrw or Diane Phillips at (242) 394-0677.
FEBRUARY 20
ST. FRANCIS DE SALES SECOND ANNUAL SCIENCE FAIR [Abaco] Location: School Grounds, Don MacKay Boulevard. Exhibits range from Life Sciences to Astronomy. For further information, telephone the School at (242) 367- 4399.
FEBRUARY 23 - 27
SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION [Nassau/Paradise
Island] The first of a two-week live stage performance. This play is a drama. Location: Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts, Mackey Street, Nassau. For more information, contact the Dundas at (242) 393-3728.
FEBRUARY 25 - 28
SECOND ANNUAL BAHAMAS TREASURE HUNT [Abaco]
A Mystery Weekend Fly-In from South Florida -- Marsh Harbour, Abaco. Hotel: Abaco Beach Resort & Boat Harbour. A Pilot's Guide annual event. For reservations or more information, telephone (800) 521-2120 or (760) 742-2001.
FEBRUARY
OFF-SHORE DEEP-SEA FISHING
TOURNAMENT [Grand Bahama Island]
NOTE: CANCELLED
FEBRUARY 26
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 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. For reservations, contact the Social Hostess at your hotel or call the People-to-People Department at the Ministry of Tourism, at telephone (242) 326-5371, (242) 328-7810, (242) 356-0435-8; Fax:(242) 356-0434. Proper attire is required.
FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 7 (TENTATIVE)
NINETEENTH ANNUAL GEORGE TOWN (ALL EXUMA) CRUISING REGATTA [Exuma]
A popular sailing regatta, attracting over 500 visiting yachts annually for a week of fun and festivities. Visiting yachtsmen test the speed of their vessels in the beautiful waters of George Town, Exuma -- in three main boating events. Sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism, All Exuma Regatta Association and the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture at (242) 394-0445; fax: (242) 394-5920. Usually commences the first Fri. in Mar. for 10-day duration. For further information, contact the Exuma Tourist Office at telephone (242) 336-2430; fax: (242) 336-2431.
FEBRUARY 28
BREEZES OPEN [Nassau/Paradise
Island] An event for amateurs, sponsored by SuperClubs' Breezes resort. Format: Flighted individual medal. Location: Cable Beach Golf Course. For registration and further information contact Pauline Curry at (242) 364-4992.
FEBRUARY 28
SPRING BREAK SEASON A season (February 28-April 10) of festivities for vacationing college and high school students. Exciting beach parties, sports meets and musical entertainment are some of the highlights of a packed Spring Break calendar. For further details, contact the Social Hostess or front desk of your hotel, or telephone the Ministry of Tourism in Nassau, at (242) 322-7500 ext. 4350; fax (242) 328-0945.
FEBRUARY 27 - March 2
SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION [Nassau/Paradise
Island] The second of a two-week live stage performance. This play is a drama. Location: Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts, Mackey Street, Nassau. For more information, contact the Dundas at (242) 393-3728.
FEBRUARY 27 - 28
SIXTH ANNUAL BACARDI RUM CUP [Nassau/Paradise
Island] Two days filled with sailing competitions and special performances by a rake 'n' scrape band. Time: From 10 a.m. Location: Montagu Bay, E. Bay Street. For further information, contact Mr. Danny Strachan at (242) 322-4822.
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