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1 - 30 (TENTATIVE)
EUROPEAN (INVITATIONAL) GOLF WEEKS [Grand Bahama Island] A
traditional month-long series of golf
tournaments, attracting European amateur golfers. Tournaments take place at various Grand Bahama Island golf courses three to four days each week. For more information, contact Max Russell at the Lucaya Golf & Country Club, telephone (242) 373-1066/7; fax (242) 373-6659.
NOVEMBER 1 - 30 (TENTATIVE)
COMMUNITY AWARENESS MONTH
[Andros] The highlight of this event is the Cultural Show, which features and depicts the lifestyle and culture of Androsians: Native dishes, rake 'n' scrape band, quadrille dance, junkanoo and old story telling. Telephone Doris Adderley at (242) 368-2079, Sharon Smith at (242) 368-2569 or the Andros Tourist Office at (242) 368-2286. Location: Fresh Creek, Central Andros.
NOVEMBER
FOURTH ANNUAL OSSIE BROWN MEMORIAL WAHOO TOURNAMENT [Bimini], sponsored by Bimini's Blue Water Resort. Location: Bimini Blue Water Resort. For further information, contact Lisa Saunders at the Blue Water Resort at telephone (242) 347-3166; fax (242) 347-3291.
NOVEMBER 5
GUY FESTIVAL [Eleuthera] This festival includes the burning of an effigy of the infamous Guy Fawkes, who was executed along with others in the conspiracy to blow up the House of Parliament, England in 1605. Location: Savannah Sound. For further information, telephone the Eleuthera Tourist Office at (242) 332-2142; fax (242) 332-2480.
NOVEMBER 5 - 7
LOBSTER FLY-IN
[Andros] Fly-in to Fresh Creek. Join in the fun, experience the capture and preparation of the Bahamian Lobster. Hotel: Lighthouse Beach Resort. For more information, contact the Bahamas Sports & Aviation Information Centre at 1-800-327-7678 or (305) 932-0051; e-mail: grolle@gobahamas.com.
NOVEMBER/OCTOBER (TBA)
ALL ABACO SAILING REGATTA [Abaco] Sailing sloops vie for championship on the seas off Green Turtle Cay. For more information, contact Rev. Philip McPhee at the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture at (242) 394-0445; fax (242) 394-5920 or (242) 367-2344.
NOVEMBER 8
THIRTEENTH ANNUAL GRAND BAHAMA CONCHMAN TRIATHLON [Grand Bahama Island] Some 200-plus sportsmen gather in Freeport/Lucaya for a gruelling three-part event comprised of a 0.5-mile (1k) swim, 20-mile (25k) bike ride, 3.5-mile (5k) run. Event kicks off at 8:00 a.m. at the popular
Taino Beach, Lucaya. For amateurs only. A Rotary Club
fund-raiser to benefit local charities. For more
information, contact the Bahamas Sports Office in Miami
at telephone (800) 32-SPORT, or Jaime Sarles at (242)
352-7322.
NOVEMBER 6
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.
NOVEMBER
PARADISE ISLAND CLUB PROFESSIONAL'S PRO AM GOLF TOURNAMENT [Nassau/Paradise
Island] CANCELLED. For more information, contact Jean-Paul Michaelson, Director of Golf, Paradise Island Golf Club, telephone (242) 363-3925; fax (242) 363-1479.
NOVEMBER 10 - 13
BAHAMAS WAHOO TOURNAMENT #1 [Bimini]
The first of a series of four legs (Nov. - Feb). Anglers take up the
tough challenge to bait one of the fastest
fish in the ocean, reaching speeds up to 70 m.p.h.
Location: Bimini Big Game Fishing Club. For reservations,
call (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.
NOVEMBER 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, the residence of the Governor General, personal representative of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The internationally renowned Royal Bahamas Police Force Band proudly performs. 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.
NOVEMBER
THIRD ANNUAL WORLD INVITATIONAL BONEFISHING CHAMPIONSHIP [TBA] A Ministry of Tourism-sponsored event, where international bonefishermen from Italy, the U.K., South America, Canada, Japan and the U.S., along with the winner of The Islands Of The Bahamas National Bonefish Championship (held in ----), compete for the World Invitational Bonefishing Championship. To include evening cocktail parties, and a gala dinner where prizes will be awarded winners. For further information, contact the Ministry of Tourism in Nassau at telephone (242) 302-2018; fax (242) 328-0945.
NOVEMBER 11 - 13
THE REEF CLUB TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP [Grand Bahama Island] Location: The Reef Club. For more information, contact Ray Harrison, Executive Director, GBI Golf Council at (242) 352-8044.
NOVEMBER
BAHAMAS HUMANE SOCIETY’S ANNUAL ANIMALS THANKSGIVING
BALL [Nassau/Paradise Island]
A black-tie event, including scrumptious
food and delightful entertainment. Location: Lyford Cay Club. Time: 7:30 p.m. cocktails; 8:30 p.m. dinner. Donation: $150 per person. For further information, contact Betty Kenning c/o telephone (242) 327-7229.
NOVEMBER
ANNUAL RED RIBBON BALL [Nassau/Paradise
Island] Location & time: TBA. Sponsored by Imperial Life Financial, proceeds go toward the Bahamas Aids Foundation. For more information, contact Richenda King of Imperial Life at (242) 356-8307.
NOVEMBER
FOURTH ANNUAL BAHAMAS TALENT SEARCH -- MODEL OF THE
YEAR. [Nassau/Paradise Island]
A contest to select the best Spokesmodel, Swimsuit and Runway Technique. Atlantis showroom. Dinner & Show at $50; show only at $35. For further information and tickets, contact Kevin Strachan at telephone (242) 326-3707.
NOVEMBER
CHRISTMAS JOLLIFICATION [Nassau/Paradise
Island] An arts & crafts festival showcasing
exquisite Bahamian Christmas craft, holiday
foods and music. Location: The Retreat, headquarters of the Bahamas National Trust, Village Road. Admission: $2.00. For more information, contact Lyn Gape of the Trust at telephone (242) 393-1317.
NOVEMBER
ARTS & CRAFTS EXHIBITION [Eleuthera]
Location: Governor’s Harbour. For further
information, contact the Eleuthera Tourist Office at
(242) 332-2142; fax (242) 332-2480.
NOVEMBER
MISS GRAND BAHAMA BEAUTY PAGEANT [Grand Bahama Island] Young, Grand
Bahamian female beauties vie for the coveted title of
Miss Grand Bahama. For more information, contact Joan
Neely at (242) 352-7401.
NOVEMBER 26 - 28 (TENTATIVE)
SIXTH ANNUAL ONE BAHAMAS MUSIC & HERITAGE FESTIVAL [Nassau/Paradise
Island] A three-day celebration of national pride and patriotism. For more information, telephone the Ministry of Youth & Culture at (242) 394-0445. Events also take place in some of the major Out Islands.
NOVEMBER 28
SANDALS OPEN [Nassau/Paradise
Island] A Sandals-sponsored golf event. Format: Best Ball. Location: Cable Beach Casino & Golf Resort. For registration and further information, contact Pauline Curry at (242) 364-4992.
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