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March 1999
MARCH 1 - 31
CENTRAL BANK ART EXHIBITION [Nassau/Paradise
Island] See a display of art works by a Bahamian artist during the month of March. 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.
MARCH 1 - 31
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.
MARCH (tba)
ELEVENTH ANNUAL BAHAMAS BRIDAL SHOW [Nassau/Paradise
Island] features the best of Nassau's wedding suppliers. Location: Nassau Marriott Resort & Crystal Palace Casino. Time: 1 p.m.; Tickets: $15. For further information, telephone Donna Stubbs at (242) 327-8896.
MARCH 5 - 7
BAHAMA MAMA FLY-IN [Abaco] A fly-in to Marsh Harbour. Learn how to mix one of many local drinks, like "Bahama Mama." Hotel: Abaco Beach Resort & Boat Harbour. For more information, contact the Bahamas Sports & Aviation Information Centre at 1-800-327-7678 or (305) 932-0051.
MARCH 6
ANNUAL RED CROSS FAIR [Nassau/Paradise
Island] A charitable event held under the patronage of the wife of the Governor General of The Bahamas; usually held the first Sat. in March. Games, music and an array of native and international foods on sale. A highlight of the fair is the proud performance by the internationally renowned Royal Bahamas Police Force Band. Time : 12:00 Noon - 11:00 p.m. Admission: $2 adults; $1 children; special student packages at $5 with advance purchase. Location: Queen's Elizabeth Sports Centre. For further information, call the Red Cross Society at telephone (242) 323-7370-3; fax (242) 323-7404.
MARCH 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.
MARCH 6
ANNUAL PINETREE STABLES PET SHOW [Grand Bahama Island] Cats, dogs and exotic pets strut their stuff at this Grand Bahama Human Society-sponsored event. For further information, contact the Pinetree Stables at (242) 373-3600 or the Humane Society at (242) 352-2477 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
MARCH 6
BAHAMAS POWERLIFTING CHAMPIONSHIP [Nassau/Paradise
Island] A highly competitive national event, attracting powerlifters from all major Islands Of The Bahamas. Time: TBA Location: C I Gison High School. For more information, contact Paul Wong, telephone (242) 325-1519.
MARCH 6
SECOND ANNUAL GARDEN OF THE GROVES ARTS FESTIVAL [Grand Bahama Island] A full day of family fun activities. Bahamian arts & crafts, music, food, pony rides, and a children's petting zoo, featuring potbelly pigs & pygmy goats. Children of all ages are welcome. Location: Parrot Jungle's Garden of the Groves. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Contact the Garden at (242) 373-5668.
MARCH 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.
MARCH
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY SILENT AUCTION [Eleuthera] A major fund-raising event. Location: Club Med Marina, Governor's Harbour. For further information, telephone Club Med at (242) 323-8430/8670.
MARCH 12
SIXTEENTH ANNUAL HOPE TOWN HERITAGE DAY [Abaco] A special fun day in Hope Town, Elbow Cay, commencing with a parade at 11a.m., terminating at Jarrett Park at 11:00 a.m, for the Heritage Day festivities at 12 noon. Second Friday in Mar. For further information, telephone Mrs. Suzanne Bethel at (242) 366-0033 or Tel/Fax 366-0086.
MARCH 12 - 20
ANNUAL CRICKET TOURNAMENT [Grand Bahama Island] Players from Jamaica and South California meet on Grand Bahama for 10 days of play. Contact the Lucaya Cricket Club at (242) 373-1460.
MARCH
ANNUAL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW [Eleuthera] Location: Gregory Town. For further information, telephone (242) 335-5369.
MARCH
BAHAMAS NATIONAL AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP [Grand Bahama Island] A Bahamas Golf Federation-sponsored event for amateurs. Format: Flighted individual medal. Location: Bahamas Princess Resort & Casino. For registration and further information,
call the Princess Country Club at telephone (242) 352-6721; fax (242) 352-4485.
MARCH 13
SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL ART EXHIBITION [Abaco] A display of water colours, oils, wood carvings and sculpture. Exhibitions of scenes from Elbow Cay and its inhabitants, flora, New England-style architecture and scenery. Location: Abaco Inn, Hope Town, Elbow Cay. For further information, contact Abaco Inn at (242) 366-0133.
MARCH 13
SILENT AUCTION [Eleuthera] Location: Club Med Marina, Governor's Harbour. Time: 4 p.m. until. For more information, contact Michelle Johnson at telephone (242) 332-2720.
MARCH 13 & 14
SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL DOG SHOW & OBEDIENCE
TRIALS [Nassau/Paradise Island]
An entertaining two-day display of canine talent and discipline. Categories include hounds, sporting, toy, terrier, working, non-sporting, a special "pot cake" (mongrel) class and a miscellaneous category. Location: Botanical Gardens, Chippingham. Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Police Dog Demonstration takes place on Sat., March 13, at 12:00 Noon. And, on Sun., Mar. 14, an Agility Demonstration is presented at 12:00 Noon. Admission: $2.00 adults; $0.50 children under 12. Held the second Sat. and Sun. in Mar. For further information, telephone Mrs. June Hall of the Bahamas Kennel Club at (242) 393-1360; fax c/o Rita Hall (242) 363-3969.
MARCH 14 - 19
TWENTIETH ANNUAL BACARDI RUM BILLFISH TOURNAMENT [Bimini] A prestigious week-long
tournament attracting the Who’s Who of deep-sea sportsfishing. Complete with cocktail parties, banquets and Billfish Foundation raffle. Location: Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. For reservations, call 1-800-737-1007; for further information, contact Mr. Raul Miranda, tournament director, Big Game Fishing Club, at telephone (242) 347-3391/3; fax (242) 347-3392.
MARCH 15
SECOND ANNUAL STAR-STUDDED AWARDS SHOW [Grand Bahama Island] This grand variety show, similar to the U.S. Grammys, features and honours Grand Bahama's finest performing artists. Location: Princess Casino Royale Showroom. Time: 8 p.m. For further information, telephone Basil Hanna at (242) 352-4550 or Willamae Deveaux at (242) 373-4343.
MARCH 17 - 20
SNIPE WINTER CHAMPIONSHIPS (SAILING) [Nassau/Paradise Island] The three-location Snipe Winter Circuit [Clear Water-Miami-Nassau] moves to Nassau for the third and final leg. This international sailing event brings together world-class snipe sailors in two fiercely contested series: the Bacardi Cup Series, a three-race event held on March 17 & 18; and the Dudley Gamblin Cup Series, a five-race event held on March 18 - 20. Time: 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. starts. Location: Montagu Bay. For more information, contact Peter Christie of the Royal Nassau Sailing Club, at telephone (242) 322-1041/3; fax (242) 326-5642. Note: The snipe is a 15.5' two-man racing dinghy (Held annually Mar/Apr).
MARCH 20
THE KALIK 7-A-SIDE RUGBY TOURNAMENT [Nassau/Paradise Island] A competitive international Rugby Meet, drawing over a dozen teams from the U.S., Canada and The Bahamas. The contending champion is Dartmouth College of New Hampshire, U.S.A. Time: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: Winton Rugby Club. For more information, contact Peter Muscroft, telephone (242) 328-7888 or Bill Mills of the Rugby Football Union, Nassau, telephone (242) 326-8000; fax (242) 323-3720; e-mail: aav@bahamasnet.bs.
MARCH 20 - 24
FORTY-SIXTH ANNUAL ISLAND-OUT ISLAND REGATTA [Exuma]
Scores of locally-built sloops, representing each of the major Islands Of The Bahamas, converge on picturesque Elizabeth Harbour, George Town, in four days of fierce racing for the coveted Best In The Bahamas title -- with exciting onshore activities. For more information, contact the Exuma Tourist Office, telephone (242) 336-2430; fax (242) 336-2431 or Mr. Stephen Hall at (242) 336-2685/2790. Special mailboat and plane excursions depart Nassau for Exuma a day prior to the Regatta. (Regatta held annually Mar/Apr).
MARCH 20
TWELFTH ANNUAL PINEAPPLE ART FESTIVAL [Eleuthera] A festive showcase of the finest in art, fine art and crafts, featuring art by amateur artists and schoolchildren from throughout Eleuthera. On display are original watercolors, oils, acrylics, paintings on driftwood, indigenous basketry and an array of creative crafts and paintings. On sale are island culinary delights, such as pastries and preserves. Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: The Cove Eleuthera Hotel, Gregory Town. For more information, contact Ann Mullin at The Cove, telephone (242) 335-5142; fax (242) 335-5338; or the Eleuthera Tourist Office at telephone (242) 332-2142; fax (242) 332-2480.
MARCH 23 - 27
NINTH ANNUAL NATIONAL YOUTH CHOIR PERFORMANCE [Nassau/Paradise Island] Bahamian folk music and dances. Location: Dundas Centre For The Performing Arts. Time: 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $10, except for the Opening Gala Benefit, March 23, when tickets will be $50. For more information, contact Cleophas Adderley of the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture at (242) 394-0445/6.
MARCH 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 Unit 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.
MARCH
ANNUAL ALTON LOWE ART EXHIBITION [Nassau/Paradise Island] A one-man
exhibition by one of The Bahamas' foremost painters.
Among subjects depicted on oil originals are scenes of sailing regattas, Bahamian
communities of the late 1800s, character profiles and
scenes of children. Showing daily at the Commonwealth
Room of the Forte Nassau Beach Hotel, Cable Beach,
Nassau. For more information, telephone Alton Lowe at (305) 576-6194.
MARCH 26-28
SUMMER SLOTS TOURNAMENT [Grand Bahama Island] For more information, contact Princess Casino at (242) 352-7811, ext. 4858.
MARCH 28 (TENTATIVE)
FOURTH ANNUAL BAHAMIAN GOSPEL MUSIC MARLIN AWARDS [Nassau/Paradise
Island] Talented Bahamian, Kevin Harris, is the producer and chairman of this top-class gospel music awards show, where the finest Bahamian gospel music artists will be recognized. Location: TBA. Time: TBA. Admission: $35; V.I.P. $50. For tickets and further information, telephone Kevin Harris at Bahamas Faith Ministries at (242) 341-6444.
MARCH 28
THIRD ANNUAL SEASHELL AWARDS BANQUET [Grand Bahama Island] Honouring persons in the Grand Bahama community. Venue: Camelot Room, Bahamas Princess. Contact Bahamas Princess Public Relations Dept. at (242) 352-9661.
MARCH 28
SPRING AFFAIR [Nassau/Paradise
Island] A wine-tasting and international fashion show. A fashion show, introducing imported Spring Collection. Location: TBA. Time: 8:30 p.m.. Admission: $35; $50 VIP. For further information and tickets, telephone Kevin Strachan at (242) 326-3707.
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