Bahamas Boxing Academy - 1st Annual Family Fun Day & Boxing Exhibition

 

FAMILY FUN MEETS BOXING!

The Bahamas Boxing Academy invites you to its 1st Annual Family Fun Day & Boxing Exhibition a fun-filled afternoon for the entire family!
 

Saturday, October 3, 2026

12:00 Noon – 6:00 PM

The Bahamas Boxing Academy | Celery Drive

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Free Entry

Free Food & Drinks

Rides & Family Activities

Boxing Exhibitions

Academy Tours

And More!

Bring the family and come enjoy a great day of fun, community and boxing action.

SEE YOU THERE!

Harbour Is. Homecoming

 Harbour Is. Homecoming

Music & Cultural Festival 

 

Bay St. 

Harbour Island

 

Oct. 8th - Oct. 12th, 2026 

Benefit Gala and Dance Performance

Benefit Gala and Dance Performance

The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas

 

A Culinary Experience by

HORATIO ALEXANDER

 

Live Music, Silent Auction and Dance Performance

by Carlito Catalano

 

Saturday, October 10th, 2026 at 6PM

 

Tickets: $100

available for purchase at

SHIRLEYHALLBASSFOUNDATION.ORG

or at

Doongalik Studios Art Gallery

 

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Our son Carlito traveled this morning to perform again in Chicago and to attend another dance workshop in New York.

 

Derek & Tracy

Shakespeare in Paradise 2026 Box Office Opens

Shakespeare in Paradise 2026 Box Office Opens

 

View line-up of plays

 

Announcing Shakespeare in Paradise 2026!

Five Shows over Three Weeks!  Read more>>

Chippie's Reason to Rush

 

FREE Culture Show

Prayer Breakfast Souse Out

 

Every now and then my good mother-in-law would ask me to make a sign for the church. I made two like this. Always happy to do so. Done by hand. No computer print. No AI. You're welcome mum. 🙂

 

Be there and get your souse. Souse sales in aid of much needed church funds. Your patronage would be greatly appreciated.

 

 

 

I used some markers from this art set I purchased over 20 years ago. Surprisingly the ink flowed freely and smoothly. I gotta get back into hand-painting again like I used to.

 

 

Derek 

Carlito Dances Overseas Again

Our son Carlito will be performing overseas again. 🙂

 

Seeing Odissi dancers command the spotlight in Chicago is a quiet reminder that classical Indian dance belongs in the city's cultural conversation, not on its margins. Join me in welcoming Arushi Mudgal, @Sigma Satabdhi Colin Mascarenhas Carlito Catalano

Every mudra, every sculptural pose, every rhythmic step carries centuries of artistry, yet it continues to evolve through the dancers who bring it to life today. Here's to the artists making space, breaking expectations, and showing that tradition isn't static—it's vibrant, relevant, and deserving of the biggest stages.

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Happy 53rd Independence Bahamas

 

Beyond the 53rd Milestone: Has The Bahamas Truly Shaped Its Tomorrow?

 

Shaping Moving Forward

 

Beyond the 53rd Milestone: Has The Bahamas Truly Shaped Its Tomorrow?

 

As The Bahamas observes its 53rd Anniversary of Independence under the theme "Celebrating Our Heritage, Shaping Our Tomorrow," the nation stands at a compelling crossroads.

Since gaining full sovereignty on July 10, 1973, under Sir Lynden Pindling, this archipelago of over 700 islands and cays has transformed itself from a quiet territory into one of the most affluent and politically stable sovereign countries in the Caribbean region. Yet, as citizens gather on Bay Street for the People’s Rush or watch the fireworks at Clifford Park, the overarching question remains: How far have we come, and has it been far enough?

FREE Eleuthera Junkanoo Summer Camp

 

THE ELEUTHERA JUNKANOO SUMMER CAMP IS HERE!

This summer is packed with exciting activities and now children and young people will have the opportunity to learn, create and celebrate one of the most beautiful traditions of The Bahamas.

After a brief conversation with Mr. Johnson, Assistant Culture Officer, we're pleased to share that the Eleuthera Junkanoo Summer Camp will begin next Monday and run until July 24, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

The Opening Day will also serve as Registration Day.

For complete details and registration information, please contact the numbers provided on the official flyer attached.

We were especially pleased to learn that this is a FREE summer camp, made possible through the Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage of The Bahamas and that it welcomes Bahamian citizens and residents and visitors.

What a wonderful opportunity for our young people to spend part of their summer developing creativity, learning new skills, making new friends and helping keep the vibrant spirit of Junkanoo alive for future generations.

Let's encourage our children and young adults to take part in this incredible cultural experience.
 

Junkanoo to the World!

 

Related article: Junkanoo: Securing Cultural Heritage Through Youth Engagement

Annual Pre-Independence Beat Retreat - June 28th, 2026

 

 

 

 Annual Pre-Independence Beat Retreat - June 28th, 2026 

Tropic Sun Goddess

 

Tropic Sun Goddess

 

Today is the 1st day of summer.

 

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Dey Gimme Crab

 

 Happy Father's Day

 

 Dey Gimme Crab

Mothers work long and hard
In da house, even out in da yard,
Dey wash 'n' iron, cook 'n' bake
Dey Mother's Day reward is lobster an' steak.

Now Father's Day is here again
And yes the message is clear again,
I too work long and I too work hard
But on Father's Day dey gimme crab.

I een gon get angry and act like a chil'
I still gon eat it wit' a big smile,
'Cause deep inside I know I is a winner
'Cause crab jus' as expensive as a high class dinner.

I break open one back, an dip in the sweet fat
Wit' a piece a dough, man I like it like dat,
Den I crack open one biter, to eat dat good crab meat
An' I een stop eatin', 'til I eat all I could eat.

So Fathers lift your glass, high and proud
Say "I am a Father", an' say it loud,
Be courageous an' be bold
Here's a toast to Father's Day Crab Eaters all over da world.

 

 

 ©A. Derek Catalano

(No AI) 

 

Happy Father's Day

 

Happy Father's Day from NativeStew.Com

 

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Eco-Art Exhibition - Grand Bahama

 

Eco-Art Exhibition

 

Mosaic Art Hub

East Sunrise Highway

 Grand Bahama

 

Now through Friday, June 19th, 2026.

10am - 5pm 

Take My Hand - Suicide Prevention & Awareness

 

Take My Hand is FREE Group Therapy sessions for those who have survived suicide attempts, loved ones who are left mourning a loss to suicide and for those who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts. 

You are not alone.

This is a safe space to share or just listen to others and to gain support and a community in a beautiful way. Come as you are and bring a friend or family member along.

We look forward to giving you a Warm Welcome

Starting this Saturday

6pm-8pm

The Healing Hub @ice_bahamas (which is across from BTVI)

 

Related article: Report on Suicide in The Bahamas

37th Annual Pineapple Festival

 

37th Annual Pineapple Festival

 

June 5th - 6th, 2026

Pineapple Festival Park

Gregory Town, Eleuthera 

Health & Wellness Fair

 

The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Bahamas
presents

Health & Wellness Fair

Thursday, June 4th
10am - 2pm
Ivy Dumont Building, University Drive,
Nassau, Bahamas

I FRAMED IT: A One-of-a-Kind DIY Picture Framing Experience

 

I FRAMED IT

A One-of-a-Kind
DIY Picture Framing Experience

Join us for I FRAMED IT, a unique hands-on picture framing event at THE PLACE FOR ART, the custom framing boutique located on the Doongalik Studios property on Village Road.

The event takes place on Friday, May 22, Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24.

Guests are invited to bring specific sized artwork, photographs, or certificates to be professionally guided through the framing process.

Accepted items for this weekend event in May are:
• 4" x 6" photos/art/docs
• 5" x 7" photos/art/docs
• 8" x 10" photos/art/docs
• 8½" x 11" certificates/docs

Choose from a curated selection of solid wood frames and coordinating archival mats, then—with assistance from a master framer—assemble your finished piece yourself.

Leave with a beautifully framed item and the satisfaction of proudly saying, “I FRAMED IT.”

Food and beverages will be available for sale, and each day will feature live music segments to add to the creative atmosphere.

For more information
call 393-8834
THE PLACE FOR ART