The Tribune

The Antique Auto Club of The Bahamas

The Antique Auto Club of The Bahamas recently held elections of officers and directors for the years 2014-2015. Elections are held every two years. Incoming president Don Pinder said: “I am very excited and honoured at having a turn leading this great club and hope to maintain the standard set by previous administrations. I want to extend my personal thanks to past presidents Brendan Foulkes and Richard Blake before him for their fine leadership over the past four years. I am pleased to welcome past president Peter Armstrong back to the board and to have IPP Brendan and other past presidents Don Aranha and Murray Forde remaining as board members.”

The club was formed in 1987 by six men (including Aranha and Forde) interested in Vintage Automobiles and has grown to a membership of 65 men and women. While the original intention was that of a hobby and social group, the club has evolved into a significant contributor to community service in the country with a focus on assisting underprivileged children.

The club’s major fund (and fun) raising event is its Annual Antique Auto Show, with the 2014 Show scheduled for Saturday, March 22. Show chairman Wilfred Rolle advised: “We have a slight change of venue this year and will be holding the show just east of the Fish Fry under the big Speed Week Tent. We expect to have at least 60 to 70 vehicles on display and believe we will experience the same support from our corporate sponsors and the general public, as well as the attendance of visiting tourists, numbers of which have been increasing in recent years.”

The beneficiary of this year’s show proceeds is a young child in need of heart surgery and the club is again working through the Sir Victor Sassoon Heart Foundation to assist with the expenses.

Mr Foulkes added: “We had such a heartwarming experience working through the Sassoon Heart Foundation last year to assist three-year-old Rushon Fox, that we decided to work with them again.” The main source of the fundraising is the Steak and Chicken Cook-out. The price remains unchanged at $10.00 and tickets are available from club members.

BAHAMAS WRITERS' GROUP

Looking for critique partners? Would you like to practice your short story writing and get on-the-spot feedback? Do you have a manuscript that needs special attention? If so, you are welcome to join Bahamas Writers’ Group! Our next meeting will be held on Monday, March 10, at 6pm at the Cricket Club. All members respond to a prompt with a short story and read a short story for discussion at each meeting. Members are encouraged to do the same. To receive the prompt and short story for our upcoming meeting, visit Bahamas Wrimos on Facebook at facebook.com/nanowrimo242.

CYCLING CLUB BAHAMAS

Upcoming Events:

Sunday, March 9: 7:30am - New Providence Cycling Association - Road Race #3 NP CYCLING ASSOCIATION PTS SERIES START/FINISH AT OASIS RESTURANT half mile from Coral Harbour roundabout along Adelaide Road –Distance 38 Miles for Seniors 1,11,111 open Men/Women 24 miles: npcyclingassociation2013@gmail.com.

Sunday, March 16: 5:30am - “Ride to Help Others Survive” is less than two weeks away! Our goal is to raise at least 5,000 cans for donation to The Salvation Army as well as Hands for Hunger. We want to encourage all participants to submit all waiver and registration forms to Cycles Unlimited, on or before Saturday. March 15. We would also like to encourage non-participants to donate as well! Please contact Patrice (424-0190) for pick up. (Flyer attached)

March 21-23: Great Abaco Family Fitness Weekend-Treasure Cay, Abaco One-Mile Open Water Swim, Sprint/Olympic Tri(individual & relays),1 Mile Kids Fun Run, Junior Cheerleading Clinic, 5k/10k Fun Run/Walk http://www.gaffw.com.

March 23rd: Granfondo Ride-Delray Beach, Florida-100k ride The Granfondo Garneau Florida Ride is designed for everyone! Whether you are an experienced cyclist wanting to push your own limits or you are someone new to riding and want to ride at your own pace, http://delraybeachtwilight.com/granfondo-ride.php

Membership fees are due at $62.50 for the year (pro-rated)! Please return forms to Cycles Unlimited, Mackey St. Cheques should be made to “Enjoy Cycling Club Bahamas”.

The group is getting bigger and stronger every week! Don’t get left behind! Come ride with us! Novice Ride details attached!

Cycling Club Bahamas does not endorse cycling solo.

ROTARACT CLUB OF NASSAU SUNSET

On Thursday, February 20, the Rotaract Club of Nassau Sunset held its official Charter Ceremony at The Bahamas National Trust, where officers and members were installed. The Rotaract Club of Nassau Sunset is led by President Knijah Knowles, who was pinned by President Tanya Woodside of the sponsoring Rotary Club of Nassau Sunrise. The event was well supported and we were very pleased to have Past Rotary International General Secretary Ed Futa, as our special guest speaker, along with the attendance of Past Rotary International Director Barry Rassin, Past Assistant District Governor Lindsey Cancino, Assistant Governors Karen Pinder and Stan Charlton, Immediate Past President of Nassau Sunrise Mario Smith, Mr John Armstrong, Acting Chief of Missions for the United States Embassy, Board Members of Nassau Sunrise, fellow Rotarians, family and friends.

ROTARACT CLUB OF EAST NASSAU

NAGICO Insurances have shown their support for the Bahamian community by signing on as the platinum sponsor of this year’s Rotary Club of East Nassau and Scout Association of the Bahamas annual golf tournament.

In presenting a cheque for $10,000, Vibert Williams, managing director of NAGICO Bahamas, stated that NAGICO is a strong supporter of sporting events throughout the Caribbean and is committed to supporting local communities and to having fun while doing so.

The annual golf tournament, now in its 28th year, is the main fundraising event of the year for both the Rotary Club of East Nassau and the Scout Association of the Bahamas. This year’s tournament will take place on May 12th at the Ocean Club Golf Course on Paradise Island.

In thanking NAGICO for their generous support East Nassau President Philip Cumming said that they could rest assured that every dollar of their donation will be put to great use in the local community.

A member of the Bahamas Insurance Association, NAGICO Bahamas is the newest member of the NAGICO Insurance Group – the largest, privately-held general insurance group in the Caribbean with operations in 19 territories.

In AM Best’s ‘Secure’ range, NAGICO Bahamas offers a full suite of best-in-class non-life insurance products – including its signature Homeowners SuperPlus.