Vibe Out for the end of summer
By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer jgibson@tribunemedia.net
DOWNTOWN
Nassau will come alive tomorrow as some of the country’s hottest Bahamian artists take the stage for the “Vibe Out” End of Summer Concert at Nassau Cruise Port – with the waterfront amphitheatre becoming the backdrop for a high-energy, culture-filled celebration marking the close of summer in grand style.
Tomorrow’s concert line-up that kicks off at 3pm will feature dynamic performances from Blaudy, Wendi, Bahamian Trae, Shad Fer, and Ebony 242, backed by Shaad Collie and the VIPs each bringing their unique flare to the stage.
“Vibe Out is our annual end-ofsummer tradition, an opportunity for Bahamians to come together and celebrate the season with an authentically Bahamian experience.”
According to Antwonae Todd, marketing operations specialist at Nassau Cruise Port, the atmosphere will be vibrant, family-friendly, and full of Bahamian pride, with interactive DJs driving the excitement between acts.
The event, she noted, is more than just a concert; but a cultural experience designed to showcase Bahamian talent at every turn.
“Vibe Out is our annual end-of-summer tradition, an opportunity for Bahamians to come together and celebrate the season with an authentically Bahamian experience,” she told Tribune Weekend.
WENDI Lewis will take the stage at the Vibe Out concert
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“We created this event to showcase the best of our music, food, and culture in a space where the community can relax, dance, and enjoy the scenic downtown waterfront that is a hub for Bahamian culture and entertainment.”
While the music will be the heartbeat of the festival, the sights, smells, and tastes will be equally unforgettable. Guests can expect delicious Bahamian food, cultural displays, and activities for all ages. It will be a blend of music, laughter, and community spirit from start to finish.
This year’s vendor line-up is just as diverse and exciting as the entertainment roster. “We are welcoming an assortment of vendors selling a variety of Bahamian dishes, creative twists on island classics, refreshing beverages, locally made snacks, handcrafted jewellery, artisanal home goods, and unique souvenirs that celebrate our culture,” Todd said.
Attendees can also look forward to plenty of offstage attractions.
“Live performances from top Bahamian artists, a vibrant Kiddie Corner with a bounce house, interactive games, and face painting, henna and caricature stations, high-energy interactive DJs, fun giveaways, and stunning waterfront views that make the perfect photo backdrop,” Todd said. The port’s plaza and marketplace, with more than 60 retail tenants, will also be open for guests to explore food and shopping options.
Vibe Out, Todd said, is deeply rooted in the mission to uplift and spotlight local talent.
“Every artist performing is homegrown, and our vendor lineup features local entrepreneurs serving authentic classics like conch fritters and hot patties to salty, twist, and other Bahamian favourites. Guests will also discover handcrafted jewellery and unique artisan crafts. She said every detail of the event celebrates the richness of Bahamian culture and creativity.”
For Nassau Cruise Port, Vibe Out is part of a larger vision to create spaces where community, culture, and
commerce thrive. “We want guests to leave remembering that Nassau Cruise Port is the place to be.
“Guests should feel proud of Bahamian culture, energised by the music, and connected to our community. We hope that they remember Vibe Out as more than just a concert, but a cultural experience where they felt The Bahamas in every detail.”
The event also ties into the cruise port’s broader efforts to revitalise downtown Nassau’s entertainment scene.
In the future, the team plans to expand its calendar of events, offering even more opportunities for locals to enjoy.
“Expect more cultural festivals, live music experiences, family-friendly activities, and signature events. Our vision is for Nassau Cruise Port to continue being a vibrant hub for both visitors and locals, where every event makes Nassau Cruise Port the place to be.”
With its packed musical lineup, colourful cultural showcases, and lively family atmosphere, Vibe Out promises to close the summer on a high note.
SHAD Fer ARTIST Blaudy
EBONY will perform at the Vibe Out concert this Saturday at the Nassau Cruise Port
Rob Lake
Time is running out for Bahamians to catch magician Rob Lake in his latest series of performances at Atlantis. He spoke to JEFFARAH GIBSON about how The Bahamas has become a second home to him - and what audiences have in store.
ONLY two weekends remain before magician takes his final bow at the Atlantis Theatre on August 31. If you have been waiting, now is the moment to make plans, the magician urges. And the best way to do it? Make it a full evening at Atlantis. Start with a delicious dinner at one of the resort’s celebrated restaurants, then head to the theatre for an evening of magic, laughter, and jaw-dropping illusions. It is the kind of night that works for date night, a family outing, or a group of friends who want to do something different. Rob Lake is not just a magician. He is a showman who
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blends high-energy entertainment with moments that feel deeply personal. He has been coming to the Bahamas for a decade, and this year’s run marks his seventh Atlantis contract.
“This is contract number seven in the last ten years… not too bad,” the magician told Tribune Weekend at the last Thursday’s showcase.
“It is like coming home.”
Lake’s Atlantis story began in 2015 when members of the casino marketing team saw his show in the US and thought it would be great to bring back to the resort and offer guests.
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“They said, oh we
should try that. My small little eight-week contract turned into three and a half years. It just kept extending. We exceeded all expectations for guests and locals alike. It became a second home for us.”
Before his arrival, the Atlantis Theatre had sat mostly unused, he said.
“When they first opened, they had a show here that lasted a few months, and then for many years the theatre basically sat empty. We have since followed international contracts and done it all. Somehow we always come back here.”
Bahamian audiences have a special place in his heart. “For the locals, they scream and go wild when the magic happens. They are very reactive, and I love that. They do not hold back. When the impossible things happen, it is great to see that excitement and hear that energy. It is really, really a fun time.”
This year’s production is the most ambitious since his first Atlantis performance. Lake said whenever it is announced that they are coming back, they also bring along new illusions.
“People still message me about their favourites, saying do not take this out of the show. The good thing is we have created a blend of the favourites from before with a lot of new stuff. And this year is the biggest dramatic change we have ever done here.”
And true to his nature, Lake said he is always challenging himself as he cannot stop “thinking of new ideas”.
“I cannot stop being creative. I am always working on new ways to make the show better and more deceptive. Can
I make it more intense? Can I raise the stakes? Can it be more impossible? Can it be faster? I am always coming up with new ideas.”
And those ideas, he said, can strike at any moment.
“Sometimes I wake up in the middle of the night with an inspiration. I sleep with a notebook next to my bed because I never know when an idea will come. I want to sketch it out so it does not leave me,” he told Tribune Weekend.
The magician said he knows Bahamians often wait until the last minute to see his shows, but he warns that the clock is ticking.
“Everyone in The Bahamas waits until the last second to see the show. Now I have been here for ten years, so I know. But the final show is August 31. This is your last chance for 2025. Do not miss it.”
Atlantis is making it easy to turn the night into a full experience. Guests can start with dinner at one of the resort’s signature restaurants - whether it is fresh seafood, gourmet Italian, or classic Bahamian fare - before heading into the theatre for an evening of illusions. Families can bring the kids along for a night of amazement, while couples can turn it into a romantic night out.
Lake’s career has taken him around the world, from more than 40 countries to television appearances on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, where his performances have been viewed over 80 million times. He has even created illusions for Adele’s sold-out Las Vegas residency. Yet, despite the global acclaim, Atlantis still feels special to him.
“This is home,” he told Tribune Weekend.
this weekend in history
August 15
1947 – After three decades, the Indian Independence Movement, led by Mahatma Gandhi, achieved its goal to be a free and independent India ending nearly 200 years of British rule.
2013 – Scientists at the Smithsonian announced the
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discovery of the olinguito, “the first carnivore species to be discovered in the American continents in 35 years”; the small arboreal animals live in the cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador.
August 16
963 – Nicephorus II Phocas was crowned emperor of the Byzantine Empire in Hagia Sophia by the patriarch Polyeuctus.
1819 – A meeting of radicals held on St Peter's Fields in Manchester, England, was
dispersed with violence, an event that became known as the Peterloo Massacre.
August 17
1807 – The first serviceable steamboat—the Clermont, designed by American engineer Robert Fulton—embarked on its maiden voyage.
1896 – George Washington Carmack unearthed gold in Bonanza Creek, a tributary of the Klondike River now in Yukon, Canada, setting off a gold rush into the Klondike valley.
Pictured: Rob Lake -- (Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC)
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Best described as a number crossword, the task in Kakuro is to fill all of the empty squares, using numbers 1 to 9, so the sum of each horizontal block equals the number to its left, and the sum of each vertical block equals the number on its top. No number may be used in the same block more than once. The difficulty level of the Conceptis Kakuro increases from Monday to Sunday.
Sudoku is a number-placing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid with several given numbers. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so the each row, each column and each 3x3 box contains the same number only once. The difficulty level of the Sudoku increases from Monday to Sunday
V A C U E R R T
HOW many words of four letters or more can you make from the letters shown here?
In making a word, each letter may be used once only. Each must contain the centre letter and there must be at least one nine-letter word. No plurals. Verb forms ending in S permitted.
TODAY’S TARGET Good 12; very good 18; excellent 24 (or more). Solution tomorrow ● The Target uses words
Yesterday’s Sudoku Answer
Yesterday’s Kakuro Answer
Transforming Spaces Internships at the NAGB
By MAELYNN FORD, Executive DIRECTOR, NATIONAL ART GALLERY OF THE BAHAMAS
The art community in The Bahamas is small but mighty.
We are vibrant, diverse, and extremely supportive of one another. That’s why it was not unexpected when the outgoing Transforming Spaces Executives (Antonius Roberts, president and treasurer; John Cox, vice president; Pamela Burnside, secretary) donated $15,000 earmarked for internships at the NAGB for young deserving Bahamian artists. For this programme, we thought it was appropriate to select the three youngest artists who participated in the recent 11th National Exhibition – Nelson Gray, Reagan Kemp, and Jonnique Beadle.
For one month each, the artists were, and in the case of Beadle, will be, introduced to the work of the museum. They learned everyday tasks; were involved with the planning and execution of summer camp; engaged in the physical aspects of hanging new shows and taking them down; in addition to building plinths, learning admin, and how to give tours.
While the internship alone was rewarding, the NAGB decided to add a residency to the programme. This allowed each artist to work in a studio space at Fiona’s Theatre and produce a body of work, which they can grow beyond the month, for a solo show in the museum’s Project Space Gallery in early 2026.
The residencies had open studios as a part of the programming which allowed friends, family, the art community, and the public to stop by, talk to the young artists, and see the works in progress. This is a unique
opportunity for art lovers to get up close and personal with these young, talented artists, and to see work in progress and learn about the artists’ processes.
Our first artist, Reagan Kemp, shared that “The Transforming Spaces Internship and residency was a formative and enriching experience. It expanded upon both my curatorial and visual art practice, bringing the two worlds together for a month of focused and intentional improvement. Taking the space given to flesh out ideas and approach a new body of work led to personal discoveries of self, materiality and new visual and conceptual possibilities within my practice. The experience was nurturing and necessary, and I am grateful to have been a recipient of such a vital cultural initiative.”
Nelson Gray is wrapping up his time with the NAGB and will host an Open Studio on Monday, August 18. Of the experience, he says: “It allowed me to explore different ideas, techniques and challenges in my art. It also played a part in my development, how I communicate with others through my work. Overall, I felt like I grew as an artist in this space, whether it was doing my art or interacting with campers. My experience was one of a kind.” We have high hopes that our third recipient will have similar feelings.
• The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas (NAGB) is a contemporary art museum dedicated to collecting and celebrating Bahamian art through exhibitions, public programmes, and community collaborations. The NAGB is home to a diverse collection of Bahamian art that encourages self-exploration and discovery. Admission is free for residents of The Bahamas every Sunday. Get all the information for your next visit at nagb.org.bs/ admission.
Pier to Plate perfection
By ALESHA CADET Tribune Features Reporter
acadet@tribunemedia.net
THE recent Pier to Plate culinary event at Fort Montagu delivered an evening steeped in Bahamian flavour, community spirit, and cultural pride. The sold-out, one-night-only luxury dining experience, curated by Emmy Award-winning chef Simeon Hall Jr, marked the opening of the Bahamian spiny lobster season with six featured chefs, nearly a dozen volunteers, and a menu that celebrated creativity, heritage, and sustainability.
From the moment guests arrived, the air was alive with the scent of the sea, the hum of conversation, and the anticipation of tasting lobster prepared by some of the country’s most talented chefs.
EV Motors greeted arrivals with sleek electric cars, setting a tone of innovation and sustainability, while Fort Montagu’s historic waterfront provided a symbolic backdrop on Emancipation Weekend for a celebration of freedom, flavor, and cultural pride.
Chef Simeon later took to Instagram to share his reflections on what made the evening so memorable. “Long before Action Jackson pulled up in the boat with buckets of live lobster, the scene was already set,” he told his followers. The tables were dressed, chefs were locked in, and volunteers moved with purpose. The salt air rolled in off the pier, carrying the promise of the night ahead.
Chef Simeon noted that the dramatic arrival of the famed cultural ambassador, fire dancer,
and fisherman Action Jackson, skiff boat and live lobsters in tow, proved one of the night’s most unforgettable highlights. Those same lobsters were transformed into dishes that told a story of Bahamian heritage, from ceviche with passion fruit mist to butter-poached lobster with anise-scented diablo sauce. Premium wines and spirits from GH Mumm Champagne, Kendall Jackson, Albert Bichot, and Ruffino perfectly complemented the six-course menu.
One guest, Kristen Whylly, general manager of the British Colonial (Gold Sponsor of the event) said: “It was a worldclass event. I was excited to sit in the audience and watch it all unfold.”
Another guest, Joy Jibrilu, CEO of the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board (Platinum Sponsor), added: “Congratulations on what was truly a seminal moment in
the Bahamian culinary experience.”
Chef Simeon credited the success of the evening to the collective effort of the culinary team, sponsors, and volunteers.
“Chefs, respect. You showed up and showed out. Sponsors and partners, gratitude. You believed in the vision.
Volunteers, you kept every detail moving without missing a beat,” he said.
Among the featured chefs were Kyera Davis of the Ocean Club Four Seasons; restaurateur and businesswoman Keshlah Smith-Clarke; Basil Dean, senior chef at Baha Mar’s SLS; up-and-coming talent
Joel Johnson; honorary local Angel Betancourt, returning from Mexico; and Chef Simeon Hall Jr himself.
Fort Montagu, with its waterfront backdrop, proved to be the perfect setting, even nature
seemed to cooperate. “The perfect skies for the entire evening and then late night it rained. Go figure,”
Chef Simeon remarked.
While Pier to Plate is now complete, Chef Simeon hinted another experience is set for October 16.
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Starbucks raising a cup to The Bahamas
By CARA HUNT Tribune Features Writer cbrennen@tribunemedia.net
Starbucks has brewed up a special anniversary beverage to celebrate its 20th anniversary in The Bahamas.
The Bahama Blush Shaken Iced Tea beverage will be available from August 19 to September 30, Starbucks Bahamas – operated by John Bull – is proudly celebrating two decades of delivering the Starbucks experience.
Since opening its first store in 2005, Starbucks Bahamas has grown to 15 locations across New Providence, building a reputation not only for handcrafted beverages and unique coffeehouses, but also for its commitment to its partners (employees), customers, and community.
The brand has embraced the role of making its coffeehouses a Third Place – a welcoming space between home and work where relationships are nurtured, conversations sparked, and communities strengthened.
From the everyday coffee run to memorable moments shared at the counter, Starbucks Bahamas has remained dedicated to upholding the brand’s global values while adapting its coffeehouses authentically to the Bahamian culture and customer experience.
“Our 20th anniversary is more than a celebration of time, it’s a recognition of the connections we’ve built along the way,” said
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ur 20th anniversary is more than a celebration of time, it’s a recognition of the connections we’ve built along the way,” said Dino Matsas, general manager of Starbucks Bahamas. “It’s also a tribute to our partners who bring the brand to life each day inside our coffeehouses, and to our customers who have welcomed Starbucks into their daily lives for the past two decades.”
Dino Matsas, general manager of Starbucks Bahamas. “It’s also a tribute to our partners who bring the brand to life each day inside our coffeehouses, and to our customers who have welcomed Starbucks into their daily lives for the past two decades.”
The new beverage is part of the Celebration in Every Sip campaign the company launched in honour of the anniversary.
Created by Kristi Hinsey, a five-year Starbucks Bahamas partner, the Bahama Blush Shaken Iced Tea is the ideal blend of green tea, passionfruit tea, lemonade, and strawberry, and is a colourful and refreshing tribute to the vibrancy of Bahamian culture.
This beverage will be available island-wide from August 19 to September 30, with a portion of proceeds going to local charities.
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Good day, gardeners. What is there to do in the garden other than water between the rains, pull weeds, cut back fast-growing hedges, vines or trees, mow the grass, and think about cooler months? Nothing, thanks for reading and see you next week.
Oh, there is planting to do, repotting, root pruning, and do not forget the pests, there are always pests to deal with. The Plumeria obtusa is in fragrant flower in the bush right now and even though it is only slightly fragrant, it is pleasing to the nose.
Do you have papayas fruiting? Quite a few are in mid stage fruiting now, and if good fruit is to be harvested then most often the fruit will need to be protected from the wasps that lay eggs inside the fruit by covering them with a plastic or with a fine mesh bag.
Pineapple plants are being divided in the fields, with the pups from the mother plant (not the tops of the fruit) being separated and replanted. Watermelons are coming in and they are quite large this season. One trick I have learned lately is to grow watermelons in between pineapples and there are less problems with caterpillars. I am guessing that the caterpillars that frequent watermelons are averse to the spines in the pineapple plants.
One plant that is great to propagate right now is the cassava (tapioca). Simply take cuttings and stick them in the ground to root. Banana plants should be looking better now that we have had some rain in some areas.
Of course, there has been more rain in some and less in others. Mulberries have always been one of my favourite fruits to pick, and they too are relatively easy to propagate through cuttings, but if you imagine yourself as not having a green thumb (myth), they are usually quite inexpensive to purchase at a nursery. The birds enjoy them, kids enjoy them even more, and don’t let someone bake an apple and mulberry pie (looking at you Ms Amanda), I would be most upset to miss out or
Plenty to do in the garden
unable to enjoy a slice or half a dozen pies, hint, hint.
The reason I bring up mulberries is that I had propagated a few recently and even the cuttings that have rooted want to give fruit even though they have only been rooted for a couple of months. They are a very generous plant, and I reckon a garden is amiss if it doesn’t have a mulberry tree in it. I wonder how a mango and mulberry pie might taste, seeing as all those
mango fruit that were not eaten while fresh are sitting in the freezer.
If you are not freezing fruit that is not eaten while they are fresh, what are you waiting on? Although it takes some time to process the fruit to freeze, it is an effort that I admire and to be able to enjoy fruit off season is a treat. There is a holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum), also called Tulasi or Tulsi - an avatar of the goddess Lakshmi (it is a sacred plant in the Hindu tradition) in the garden that I have been taking seeds from and basically just throwing them into empty pots and within a week they germinate and grow new plants. The holy basil is a very distinct flavour compared to the typical Italian, Thai or lemon basil.
Holy basil is native to India, and I enjoy its peppery, unique flavour in cooking or in fresh salads. It is purported to be an adaptogen (defined as substances that help the body resist stressors and promote overall well-being by normalising physiological functions and enhancing the body’s resistance to stress) and to have many health benefits that I invite you to investigate for yourself, among them decreasing anxiety and helping with acne.
Never take my word for any health effects, as I gather information for these columns to the best of my ability, but I am in no way an expert in the health benefits of plants or their use to treat any ailments. Whatever it is that you are growing, remember it is better to grow something than nothing! As always, I wish you happy gardening.
Barry Rassin tells story of his life – and his father’s legacy
CLOSING ceremony, Rotary International Convention, 27 June 2018. Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
BY CARA HUNT
Tribune Features Writer
cbrennen@tribunemedia.net
Former Rotary International president Barry Rassin is set to sign copies of his new book, The Rassin Story, this weekend. He has served in every major post in the world’s largest community-based organisation. He has travelled the globe, spent years in leadership roles including growing the former Rassin Hospital, now Doctors Hospital, into the largest privately-owned and now publicly-held medical facility in The Bahamas.
But the role he shares in the book is that of a very personal journey as son of the man who brought modern medicine to The Bahamas, Meyer Rassin. He was a man who saved hundreds, if not thousands of lives, yet a man whose shadow was hard to live in, his demands hard to ignore, a force of nature with the strength and grit of a giant redwood, yet tender to the point of writing 250 love letters to his wife during the war years when they were apart.
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Mr Rassin’s discovery of those letters long after his father’s murder helped inspire the book that is a fascinating look at the personal stories of a famous family against the backdrop of a newly emerging independent nation, starting before the days of Independence and ending in an era of challenges with which we all identify.
Mr Rassin is set to sign copies of his new book, The Rassin Story, at Logo’s Bookstore and Café on Saturday, at Harbour Bay shopping centre.
"Coach" Justin Smith shares the game he loves!
By ALESHA CADET Tribune Features Reporter acadet@tribunemedia.net
IN the heart of Andros this summer, the crack of the bat and the thud of a well-caught ball echoed across the field, not from a professional tournament, but from a group of eager young players learning the game from one of their own.
For recent high school graduate Justin Smith, hosting his first baseball camp was a homecoming, a full-circle moment, and a chance to pour his passion into the next generation.
“For those who don’t know me well, I’d describe myself as someone who’s grounded, driven, and always wearing a smile. People often say I’m charismatic and positive, quiet at times, but when I speak, it’s with purpose and encouragement,” said Justin.
Off the field, he is deeply passionate about sports, especially baseball, and also enjoy fishing and spending time outdoors. Justin said what drives him most is the desire to grow, give back, and make a meaningful impact; whether through academics, athletics, or community service.
That deep sense of purpose is something Justin credits to the strong support system around him.
“I can name a long list of people who’ve played a vital role in shaping the person I am today; from my incredible parents, Stephen and Shenica Smith, to my aunts, uncles, cousins, coaches, and friends.
Throughout my life, I’ve been blessed with unwavering support from a strong and loving village. Their guidance, encouragement, and belief in me have molded my character and fueled my growth. I truly wouldn’t be who I am without them,” said Justin.
“When I arrived back on the island, I noticed there were no sports camps being advertised. That’s when it hit me: this was the perfect moment to give back.
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returned home to Andros this summer to reconnect with his roots. That’s when the idea for a camp struck.
a baseball camp, not just to teach the game, but to share the knowledge, passion, and experience that shaped me, with the younger generation in my community,” said Justin.
The five-day camp brought together boys and girls, some with no prior baseball experience. For Justin, stepping into the role of coach was a proud and defining moment.
“When the students started calling me ‘Coach’, it was a surreal moment, one that truly ignited my passion even more. It reminded me why I love the game and why sharing it matters. Being able to pour into the next generation felt like a full-circle moment,” said Justin.
One highlight stood out above the rest. “One of my favorite moments from the camp was working with a few students who had never played baseball before. By the final day, they were confidently playing in a scrimmage. Their emotional investment and the way they cared and reacted created moments that felt like something out of a Kodak commercial,” Justin recalled.
The community’s response was just as rewarding with many expressing that they thought Justin was a great coach, also adding that they learned a lot throughout the week.
“One student in particular looked me in the eye and said, ‘Coach, you did good.’ And that simple phrase made me smile,” said Justin.
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“When I arrived back on the island, I noticed there were no sports camps being advertised. That’s when it hit me: this was the perfect moment to give back. I decided to launch
Now, Justin is preparing for the next chapter, attending Texas State University, with plans to study medicine while continuing to play baseball. “ Even as I step into new environments, I never feel disconnected from my Bahamian roots. I carry my culture with pride and make it a point to represent my country with honor in everything I do,” he said.
From Andros to Texas and beyond, Justin journey is just beginning, but his heart will always clearly be firmly planted at home on the island.
YOUNG Androsian Host Summer Camp on home island!
What to stream: Vanessa Kirby, Maroon 5, Madden NFL 26, Alicia Silverstone and 'The Chicken Sisters'
Vanessa Kirby starring in a gritty film about the aspirations of home ownership, "Night Always Comes," and Maroon 5 releasing their eighth studio album with songs featuring Lil Wayne and Blackpink's LISA are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time, as selected by The Associated Press' entertainment journalists: Alicia Silverstone leading a new TV crime drama called "Irish Blood", the multigenerational, wholesome drama "The Chicken Sisters" rolls out its second season on Hallmark and EA Sports jumps aboard the artificial intelligence bandwagon with Madden NFL 26.
NEW MOVIES
— Isaiah Saxon's "The Legend of Ochi" (streaming Friday on HBO Max) is a handcrafted fantasy throwback seeking to conjure the kind of magic once found in movies like "The Never Ending Story." The A24 film stars Helena Zengel as Yuri, a girl who runs away from the forest home she shared with her father (Willem Dafoe) and brother (Finn Wolfhard). She leaves with a baby Ochi, a creature hunted by her father. In her review, AP Film Writer Lindsey Bahr wrote that "The Legend of Ochi" "has the feeling of a film you might have stumbled on and loved as a kid."
— Vanessa Kirby may be one of the standout performers of the summer blockbuster "The Fantastic Four: First Steps," but she also stars in a gritty new film about the aspirations of home ownership. In "Night Always Comes" (streaming now on Netflix), Kirby plays
a woman going to extreme lengths to secure a home for her family. The movie, directed by Benjamin Caron and adapted from Willy Vlautin's best-selling novel, takes place over a single night.
— AP Film Writer Jake Coyle
NEW MUSIC
— Maroon 5 will release their eighth studio album, "Love is Like", on Friday via Interscope Records. Expect smooth, funky pop music — like the sultry "All Night". Singer Adam Levine and Co. continue their trend of unexpected and delightful collaborations as well, with songs featuring Lil Wayne, Sexyy Red and Blackpink's LISA. You read that correctly.
— Clifford Antone opened Antone's, one of the most storied music venues in Austin, Texas, with an inaugural performance by the King of Zydeco, Clifton Chenier in 1975. In the decades since, Antone's has become the stuff of mythology; a performance space that embraces its history and looks towards its future.
A new box set out Friday from New West Records seeks to celebrate Antone's legacy with "Antone's: 50 Years of the Blues".
— AP Music Writer Maria Sherman
NEW SERIES
— The multigenerational, wholesome drama "The Chicken Sisters" rolls out its
second season on Hallmark. The series stars Schuyler Fisk, Lea Thompson, Wendie Malick and Genevieve Angelson as family members in a small town divided over their rival fried chicken businesses. It's based on a novel of the same name. The series streams new episodes on Hallmark+.
— Alicia Silverstone leads the new crime drama called "Irish Blood". She plays Fiona, a woman who has been led to believe her father abandoned her as a child — and has carried around some heavy emotional baggage ever since. When she learns the truth is more complicated — not to mention dangerous — she heads to Ireland to investigate. The premiere of the six-part show drops on Acorn TV.
— A new one for the kiddos is the Disney Jr series "Iron Man and his Awesome Friends," coming to Disney+. The first 10 episodes drop Tuesday. The show follows besties and fellow geniuses Tony Stark, Riri Williams and Amadeus Cho, who team up to solve problems.
— Chris Hemsworth continues his quest to live a healthier, more present, and longer life in a second season of "Limitless", now called "Limitless: Live Better Now." The three-part docuseries sees Hemsworth learn more about brain power (with help from his friend and recording artist Ed Sheeran), risk and pain. The three episodes stream on Hulu and Disney+ beginning Friday.
— Alicia Rancilio
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Farewell, Alice
By KIM ARANHA
Sometimes I feel that the world is becoming a colder, darker place. We are losing the glowing gems; the people whose personality glowed from afar and warmed the world around them.
One such gem departed our earthly boundaries last Monday. Alice McKinney Langford, a woman of substance, the doyenne of Tambearly International school, confidante to many and friend to all who needed her. I have known Alice for over 30 years and been privileged to call her my friend for as many years. My two young boys joined Tambearly midterm, and she welcomed them with the warmth and conscientiousness of a doting grandmother. She made them feel special and welcome, the amazing thing about her was that she made them all feel welcome and special.
Alice was no pushover though; she had some very strict rules and was immovable when people tried to bypass the steadfast rules. She ran a very tight ship and her students knew what was expected of them, and they knew that failure to deliver meant that there would be most definitely consequences.
When my boys joined, I became good friends with Alice, and our friendship blossomed. I think I can safely say the I learned more from Alice Langford about life and how to navigate life than I learned from anybody else I have known.
Shortly after my introduction to Tambearly as a parent, I joined the faculty as the French teacher. I loved every minute of it, I loved teaching these bright little people who were so inquisitive, polite and well-schooled. It was five very bright and rewarding years of my life, made so because the person who was guiding me and advising me was none other than Alice Langford. I would frequently request a meeting regarding a problem with a student or a class, and she would
spend as much time as I needed, and sometimes she would gently and kindly point out that the fault lay in my teaching and in my approach. Her wisdom was a pillar of strength that I could lean against as I looked inward and realised that she was indeed correct and that I could do things differently to benefit my students.
Whilst at Tambearly, I formed the Bahamas Humane Society after class club and we had many children who chose to join. It was fun to organise outings, field trips, pet shows, paint
taught at Tambearly, though I was offered the position back more than once in the following years, I have become president of the BHS and had many more responsibilities and could no fathom being able to do everything.
Alice and I stayed close and found time to have lunches together, we were also frequent guests at her home, filled with spectacular canvases painted by Terry. Christmas and Thanksgiving were not complete without an invitation to one of her spectacular parties, where the food abounded, each dish prepared carefully and lovingly by Alice. She loved to cook, she loved to entertain and she loved her friends.
Big beautiful yellow labrador
“Sir George” jointed Terry and Alice in the last years of Terry’s life, he was everything a labrador should be, goofy, loving, reliable and gentle, he kept Alice faithful company after Terry passed away. She always put Sir George’s requirements on the forefront; he was a big happy family member.
Alice always said that she had more grandchildren than any other woman because she felt so strongly about her students, but
when her son Keith married and made her a Granny her smile said it all. Her two grandbabies were of enormous joy to her and she so loved spending time with them. I hope they remember her and feel her love surrounding them throughout their lives.
I could go on about individual memories we shared, a trip to Harbour Island for her birthday, a visit to Ft Lauderdale, how she attended my mother’s funeral in London and so much more, however her legacy lies in the thousands of children she helped to shape and guide. The successes of every one of them, they have memories of hearing her heels clicking down the walkway at school, they remember her with love, respect and admiration.
So yes, once again the world has lost an amazing individual and those of us who knew her will miss her in so many ways. Her love for animals and children and family will live on, through the million memories of her that we all carry within us.
The Bahamas Humane Society thanks Keith for choosing us as one of the recipients for donations in her memory along with the Ranfurly Home.
Pet of the week
T-shirts and have visits to the shelter. As the principal of the school every club plan had to be vetted and approved by her, and many times when I was short of teacher help Alice herself with be there to assist and Terry her beloved husband would drive the school bus. Teaching and clubs could be fun and I hope that the BHS club students remember those days fondly, I know I do.
Tambearly in those days only went up to grade eight, so eventually my children grew up and moved on, and I no longer
The very stately Majesty was dropped off... at a police station. She's an older girl, done with her puppy days and looking for a home where she can curl up with her human and just enjoy all the loving she can get.
Majesty is now at the Bahamas Humane Society enjoying the presence of other dogs and the regular dog walks but that's nothing compared
with having a home of your own.
Do you have a warm, loving home to welcome Majesty? If so, come in to the BHS to meet her or call 323-5138 for more information. Majesty looks forward to meeting you.
• The BHS Thrift Shop is open and ready to sell you all kinds of wonderful things -books, clothing, housewares, art, and
much more. It is open on Wednesday - Friday from 11am to 3pm and on Saturday from 10am to 2pm. Donations are always gratefully accepted. All funds raised go to the BHS. (Bring your shopping bag with you!)
ALICE McKinney Langford
A journey into the subconscious
By CARA HUNT Tribune Features Writer cbrennen@tribunemedia.net
Ricardo McHardy (Ricky Mach) is diving into his subconscious in his first solo exhibition.
The up-and-coming artist will present his debut exhibition at the Native Arts and Crafts on Bay Art Gallery later this month.
It is called Butterfly of My Thoughts: Newspaper, Photographs and Flyer.
Ricky began painting as a teenager under the tutelage of his uncle Deon McHardy (now deceased). Deon was a prominent painter, sculptor and designer within the Bahamian Junkanoo sphere.
Ricky was able to glean the fundamentals of brush technique, colour, lighting and concept from spending time with his uncle.
After many years of studying and identifying a concept of his own, Ricky decided on the expression painting genre for his artistic pursuits.
He began sketching these concepts back in 2020 and by 2022, his first series of paintings were completed and collectively titled Series 22.
Deon explained that each painting interprets a particular phase of consciousness.
“This is whether it be derived from reality or a dream or anything of that sort,” he explained.
The work forms the basis of his new collection.
Ricky said “the objective was to extract those interpretations and present them accordingly - utilising my brush finger and knife (BFK) technique. The entities depicted in each act as focal points within their environments - assuming roles within that may or may not hold merit, purpose or resolve. This then grants each painting the visual objectivity that it intends to exhibit, allowing
each viewer to subject his/ her own consciousness within - a mirror if you will”.
Ricky said feelings are existent and the root catalysts of an art piece would be the basis to describe his execution.
• The exhibit opens on August 29 from 6pm to 9pm at the Native Arts and Crafts on Bay.
ARTIST, Ricardo McHardy (Ricky Mach)