GRAND BAHAMA EVENTS: APRIL 2009

Memorial for HMBS Flamingo (Monday, May 11th, 2009)
This is not being held in Grand Bahama, but this is an important event. May 10th was the 29th anniversary of the sinking of the HMBS Flamingo which was unjustly attacked by Cuban MIGS off the Ragged Island chain in 1980. The Commander of the boat was Amos Rolle. Four Bahamian marines — Fenrick Sturrup, Austin Smith, David Tucker and Edward Williams — lost their lives in service to their country.

FOOD & FUN

Ibiza Latin Party Poolside @ Sabor (Friday, May 22nd, 2009)
Set in Sabor’s upscale atmosphere without the up-tight attitude. A pulsating night of Latin rhythm and a sexy mix of Cha Cha, Merengue and Bachata. If you missed the “Sexy Ibiza White Party” don´t be left out this time because everyone will be talking again!! VIP tables available. Call your host for RSPV. Boat Docking allowed only with RSVP. No admission fee. Food and Beverages sold separately. 21+

East at Port Lucaya Expands Their Wine Selection To Over 100 Varieties
Wine-ing down your week?  Need to relax with a nice glass of wine?  East is now offering over 100 bottles on their wine list. Read more…

Luciano’s of Port Lucaya Extends Early Bird Special
During these hard economic times we have decided to serve our popular 3 course Early Bird menu all evening from 5:30 to 9:45pm, Starting Mother’s day, Sunday May 10th 2009 and throughout spring and summer. Only $29.50+15% grat. However we will still serve our Regular Gastronomic Menu and Daily Specials!

ARTS

Inaugural Bahamas Photographic Competition at the Garden of Groves Labyrinth Reveals a Plethora of Raw Talent
Grand Bahama Island – Friday 1st May was the occasion of the prize giving for the First Annual Photographic Competition for Young Persons. Another ‘Special First’ at the Labyrinth in the Garden of the Groves. Read more…

Photographs from the Labyrinth Competition and Dance
Photos from the competition followed by photos from the dance.

QUOTEABLE

“When asked where government gets the resources to ‘help’ Bahamians, few make the connection that government cannot give anything [to someone] without taking it from us first.” — Rick Lowe