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Rotaract Club of East Nassau To Host Third Annual Entrepreneurship Panel Discussion

The Rotaract Club of East Nassau is proud to announce that we will be hosting our Third Annual Entrepreneurship Panel Discussion in light of District 7020’s New Generations Month, “New Generations: Bahamian Entrepreneurship”. The event will be held at the Nassau Yacht Club on Wednesday, October 1st, 2014 at 6:00pm.

This year’s panelists are young entrepreneurs with different professional experiences and backgrounds, including Mr. Jaime Lewis (President, Islandz), Ms. Janine Carey (Owner, Liquid Nutrition), Mr. Giorgio Knowles (President, Lucari) and Mrs. Amanda Ferguson (Founder/Creative Director, Biggity). Even the moderator, Noelle Nicolls (Founder/Managing Director, Domestic Tourist) is no stranger to stepping out on her own.

Our goal is to inspire and educate the new generation in regards to owning their own businesses. The event will kick off with cocktails and networking, followed by the moderated panel discussion with talking points set to include: 1) starting your business, 2) pros and cons during the first few years, and 3) current plans and goals. The audience will also be given a chance to interact with the panelists during the Q&A portion.

Past entrepreneurship panels have proven a success and we are delighted to see that the interest remains strong. Last year, under the directorship of President Taran Mackey and Vice President Adrian Forsythe, the “I Am My Own Boss: Bahamian Entrepreneurship” panel discussion was impressively received, with a panel that comprised of speakers Mr. Barry Rassin (President, Doctor’s Hospital), Mr. Anthony Ferguson, CFA, MCSI, CIArb (President, CFAL) and Ms. Alana Rodgers (Founder/Chief Culinary Ambassador, Tru Bahamian Food Tours and Founder/Director, Hands For Hunger. The event’s moderator was Dianne Phillips (Founder/President, Dianne Phillips & Associates), who also served as a speaker on the previous year’s panel. The club also held its first “Women In The Workplace Panel Discussion” in 2013.

“This year’s event promises to be an interesting and lively one,” says Vice President and Director of Professional Development Sarah Major. “We look forward to seeing you there!”

--Rotaract Club of East Nassau

“Kiwanis Clubs of the Bahamas donates play grounds to Cat Island Schools”

A native daughter of the soil, a descendant from Dumfries and New Bight, Lieutenant Governor Christine King’s passion for service took her beyond the scope of New Providence where she settled the last 24 years. It took her back to her home town where she was raised, to give back to the children in those northern settlements; Dumfries and Orange Creek. She was instrumental in the funding and organization of the construction of the two playgrounds which she and the Kiwanis Clubs of the Bahamas members flew down and officially opened last Saturday. About 30 Kiwanians, travelled to Cat Island to officially launch its 2013-2014 Kiwanis Bahamas signature project.

Located just behind the Dumfries Primary and Orange Creek Primary Schools are playgrounds constructed with all native cedar wood carved and screwed together with stainless steel screws. Logs are buried in the ground at the required specifications. These playgrounds are not the ordinary metal or treated wood material you will find in the city but rather one matching the ambiance and simplicity of the island living, environmentally friendly and will withstand the salt air for years to come.

The Kiwanis Club is grateful to our partners who would have assisted in many ways, contributed financially via fundraisers particularly the 2013 Installation Ball and LG Christine’s signature birthday fundraiser “Party for A Park”. Kiwanians who made special donations; Distinguished President Patrice, Past Treasurer Shanika, District Administrator Melford and Service Leadership Programs we thank you so very much.

Special recognition must be given to Dave Thiessen, Julian Russell, Pamela Poitier, Stanley Webb; community leaders of the “Da Com Up Group” along with the 2014 graduation class of boys of Arthur’s Town High School who undertook the construction and all persons working to see this project a reality.

Students from both school gathered at the Orange Creek playground where the official ceremony was held. After the brief opening the children delightfully ran to the playground and were all excited. They were treated to a fun day with food fun and fellowship. The community and school leaders were all so appreciative and gave remark of gratitude to the Kiwanis Clubs and its leader LG Christine. Accepting the gifts of the playground was Superintendent of Education for Cat Island, Rum Cay and San Salvador, Mr. Garth King; Principal at Orange Creek Primary, Ms. Olivia King and Principal of Dumfries Primary Mrs. Coreen King. Representative of the local contractors “Da Com UP Group” Ms. Pamela Poitier presented the Park to Kiwanis and spoke on behalf of Mr. Dave Thiessen and Julian Russell.

Also, while on Cat Island Kiwanians visited the two schools and made small monetary but much appreciated donations along with a copier equipped with paper and replacement ink. Also, Kiwanians visited the Key Club at the Old Bight High School where members held their meeting and officers received training. Key Club International, the largest high school service organization in the world, empowers its members to lead and serve by cultivating leadership skills, developing friendships, and performing community service. Key Club members have a passion for helping others and gain leadership skills they will carry with them for a lifetime. The Key Club was reorganized and 18 members are enrolled.

Men’s Mentorship and Support: Oakes Field Primary School principal Beryl Gray, seated left, signed Memorandum of Understanding between her school and Phi Beta Sigma Inc. in The Bahamas (known as Sigma Bahamas) at the school’s office on September 10. Sigma Bahamas is committed to the development of youth through financial and mentorship support. Pictured L to R: Sigma 2nd vice president – Christopher Saunders, Oakes Field Primary principal – Beryl Grey, Sigma President - Derek Smith Jr Sigma assistant director of social action – Ashley Taylor. (Photo by Derek Smith for Sigma Bahamas)

Sigma Supports Student Development

‘Sigma Adopts Oakes Field Primary’

The Delta Epsilon Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (Sigma) officially adopted Oakes Field Primary school and agreed to assist with school’s traditional and culturally-fused programs in an effort to develop balanced youth in The Bahamas. The two organizations signed a memorandum of understanding in Nassau, Bahamas on September 10.

“We believe that Bahamian men should tangibly assist with shaping our nation’s future. Our fraternity internationally embarked on our Adopt-A-School initiative over 18 months ago and our local chapter selected Oakes Field Primary after a year of observation,” said Delta Epsilon Sigma chapter president Derek W. Smith Jr. “Youth, especially boys, need good men influences and role models in their lives. Our brotherhood is excited to partner with Oakes Field Primary and vow to assist with at least three (3) school led initiatives and one Sigma designed initiative.”

“We are appreciative, said Oakes Field Primary principal – Beryl Grey. “Phi Beta Sigma’s work in the community precedes them and we are happy that they approached us and asked how they could assist in the in our delivery of quality educational programs.”

During the two-year adoption, the fraternity will 1) Provide several textbooks to students of grades 1 through 6; 2) through its partnership with BREEF, serve as mentors for Eco-Schools program at the school; 3 assist with the coordination and execution of the Oakes Field Student Appreciation Day; and 4) manage the preparation of all grilled items for the school’s annual fair.

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity was founded on January 9, 1914 at Howard University. The local chapter keeps the public updated on their scholastic and social action endeavors at https://www.facebook.com/pbs242.

Upcoming Events:

Saturday 27th September - GBCC Grand Bahama Time Trial Championships. 25 mile course follows ‘The Big Loop’ – more info contact gb-cyclist@hotmail.com

2014 242 Colour Run Schedule: Nassau - September 28th, Freeport - November 2nd,Abaco - December 27th,

Eleuthera - Soon Come! http://www.run242.com/242CR/nassau/

November 1st Saturday, 2014 - Conchman Tri-Taino Beach, Grand Bahama https://www.facebook.com/conchmantriathlon

November 9th Sunday, 2014 8:30am– UWC Triathlon Bahamas, Clifton Heritage Park-Kids. Sprint & Olympic distances http://www.uwctriathlon.com/

November 23rd, 2014 -Bahamas Half Marathon & 10K-Individual & Relay 13.1 Miles Individual 10km Online Registration is NOW OPEN! www.BahamasHalf.com

Saturday December 6th, 2014 -AIDS FOUNDATION Walk-Run-Cycle on your calendar

*** Morning Rides West***Wednesday & Friday @ 4:45am Goodman’s Bay, West Bay Street–@20 mile ride route: Headed East to Montague & return. @1 hour duration- Cyclists capable of 14+MPH welcome – (cyclists are invited to join in anywhere along the route). Contact Shantell the day before to confirm your attendance: shorelinecargo@gmail.com

***Afternoon Rides West Tuesday’s and Thursday’s Leaving 5:30pm sharp- parking lot next to Lyford Cay Gas Station. 18 or 24 miles depending if you do second loop. This is an advanced cyclist’s ride. The pace will range from 20+mph

*** Morning Ride East*** Tuesday’s & Thursday’s Leaving 5:00am Sharp- Start/End Seagrapes Shopping Centre-(under the big sign), East Prince Charles Drive: @1-11/2 hour duration Cyclists capable of 14+MPH welcome - Prince Charles Dr.- Eastern Road-Shirley St.-Church St.-East Bay-Eastern Road- Prince Charles -Please have lights attached to your bike.

Weekend Rides

Saturday - Leaving 6:00am Sharp from Harbour Bay Shopping Centre in front of First Caribbean Bank 30 miles headed West. In order to complete this ride it is recommended that you have done some recent cycling! Leaving **P/I Bridges optional at the beginning/end!!! The pace will range from 18mph – 20+mph, @2 hour duration

Sunday -Leaving 6:00am Sharp from Harbour Bay Shopping Centre in front of First Caribbean Bank 40 - 50 miles headed East. This ride is not recommended if you have not cycled recently or first timers!**P/I Bridges optional at the end!!! The pace will range from 18mph – 20+mph, @3 - 3 1/2 hour duration (intermediate & advanced cyclists are invited to join in anywhere along the route).