Bahamas News
Call for Unity at Flag Raising Ceremony in Grand Bahama
#Freeport, GB, July, 6, 2019 – Bahamas – As the country celebrates its 46th Anniversary of Independence, Acting Prime Minister the Hon. K. Peter Turnquest asked Bahamians to put aside those things that divide us, if only for this time.
Minister Turnquest was addressing the Flag Raising Ceremony on Friday, July 5, at the Harold DeGregory Complex in Freeport.
Ceremonies were simultaneously held in West Grand Bahama, East Grand Bahama and Sweeting’s Cay: Flags were hoisted at 10:00 a.m.
Also in attendance were Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources, the Hon. Michael Pintard who brought Independence greetings; Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister, Senator the Hon. J. Kwasi Thompson; President of the Grand Bahama Christian Council, Rev. Dr. Robert Lockhart; Henry St. George of the Grand Bahama Port Authority; other senior government officials and a cross-section of the general public.
Minister Turnquest said, “If only for this week, we want to put aside those things that divide us. Our Flag represents us as a people and our aspirations. The unity, the togetherness, the strength, the resources and the resourcefulness of us as a people, and we must cherish, we must promote and we must pass on those traditions that are so unique to us.”
Describing himself as a patriotic, proud Bahamian, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance said that he is proud to be Acting Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for East Grand Bahama, and added that he is most proud to be a Bahamian.
Minister Turnquest noted the great sacrifice given when offering oneself for frontline politics. “I can tell you, they are significant. And a lot of times, you leave in the evening wondering just what it is that I have volunteered for. Sacrificing time, family and personal progress, even subjecting yourself to sometimes unfair criticisms… things you cannot change, the colour of your skin, where you’re from, how you speak.
“It is very unfortunate, because it is my belief that in so doing, we as a people we are holding back progress and [the benefit of] the very best talents and skills that are available to us, to push us forward and to achieve all that this country can be and all that our people deserve.”
As the nation celebrates its 46th Independence, it is his hope and prayer, he continued, that the country and people can “grow beyond where we are. Grow beyond and let go of some of the hurt, some of the disappointments that we have experienced as a people, that are holding us back.”
He said 46 years of success and growth is being celebrated, and while there is still much to be done, “there is no doubt that there is much dissatisfaction throughout the nation, and most particularly here in Grand Bahama, of where we are today and the fact that we could be so much further. I believe, however, that we have so much more to celebrate than we have to lament.”
Recognizing the presence of young people in the audience, the Deputy Prime Minister said the ceremony and celebrations are just as much about the young people as it is about the leaders and adults. He said, “It is just as much about them, and passing on those values that we hold so dear, as it is about us today.”
Other events for Independence celebrations include a church service on Sunday, July 7 at 3:00 p.m. at Life Community Church in Caravel Beach and on Monday, July 8 – when the Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Cornelius A. Smith; Prime Minister of The Bahamas, the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis; along with other Cabinet Ministers and senior government officials will converge on Independence Park at 8:00 p.m.
By Robyn Adderley
Release: BIS
Heading: Acting Prime Minister, the Hon. K. Peter Turnquest, addressed ceremonies to mark 46th Independence Celebrations under the theme, “United We Stand Bahamas, Together We Can” on Friday, July 5, 2019 at the Harold DeGregory Complex, Freeport.
Insert: National Flag Raising Ceremonies were held in Grand Bahama, on Friday, July 5, officially kicking off the Independence celebrations. The theme for the 46th anniversary is, “United We Stand Bahamas, Together We Can.”
(BIS Photo/Andrew Miller)
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products concluded their 10 weeklong Twist To Win campaign with four $5,000 Mall at Marathon shopping sprees.
The campaign which was available throughout the entire Bahamas allowed consumers to enter by purchasing a 20oz bottle with a yellow cap
from the following brands: Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola No Sugar, Sprite, Fanta Orange, or Fanta Grape. Each yellow-cap had a unique alpha numeric code underneath which they submitted to the Twist To Win WhatsApp number.
With each qualifying purchase, participants residing in The Bahamas were entered to win instant prizes and into a grand prize draw to win one of four $5,000 shopping sprees at the Mall at Marathon.
Participants also enjoyed exciting instant prizes such as: Airpods, JBL Speakers, premium Coca-Cola merchandise, $500 Visa gift cards and Amazon, Spotify and Apple Music digital gift cards.
Out of 76,000 plus submissions, Brian Bethel, Ashia Demeritte, Merlin Adams, and Taraceta Neely won the coveted Mall at Marathon shopping sprees at the following select stores, Kelly’s House & Home, The Sports Center, John Bull, Brass & Leather, and BTC.
Leading up to the grand finale shopping spree, Coca-Cola hosted a Trivia Showdown with the eight finalists to determine the four winners. Finalists were tested on their knowledge of World History, Pop Culture, Caribbean Bottling Company and Coca-Cola Facts!
After a few rousing rounds of trivia, the four winners were declared after each winning their spot in the shopping spree by answering their questions correctly and choosing the “Grand Prize” Coca-Cola labeled bottles at random.
The morning of the shopping spree Coca-Cola gave the winners exclusive access to the Mall at Marathon and its participating stores before
their usual operating hours. Grand prize winners were greeted with wide smiles from Coca-Cola brand representatives and morning bites before the big event.
At the start of the thirty-minute clock the grand prize winners along with each of their Coca-Cola shopping assistants ran to the various stores collecting items in their arms and carts.
Merlin Adams, a husband and father of four was proud to have executed his game-plan at the end of the shopping spree. With toys, a new phone and materials for his home from Kelly’s, Adams felt accomplished in what he gathered.
Taraceta Neely, a winner from Eleuthera collected beautiful bags for herself and relatives from Brass and Leather and Brian Bethel bought matching athletic and outdoor wear from The Sports Center for his family.
The final winner Ashia Demeritte bought linens and household items in addition to a new phone from BTC right in time for Christmas.
Caribbean Bottling Company is proud to share the real magic of Coca-Cola with the grand prize winners and the may instant prize winners across the Twist To Win campaign. For more updates on new products, promotions, and events follow www.cbcbahamas.com.
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The Coca-Cola Art Project Astonishes Art Lovers at The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products displayed
their astonishing Coca-Cola Art Project (CCAP), during Baha Mar’s five-day Culinary & Arts Festival. Earlier this year, Coca-Cola partnered with The University of The Bahamas’ Visual Art and Design Department for a culturally rich art competition. UB’s art students were challenged to create pieces surrounding the theme, Bahamian music.
As a result, 20 student works of art were made, with four students declared as winners at the CCAP exhibit opening in Baha Mar’s ECCHO: Art Gallery in August. To recreate the culturally stimulating magic felt at the exhibit’s premiere, the CCAP was featured at the FUZE Art Tent during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.
Nine incredible pieces of art lined the walls of the Coca-Cola Art Project, four of which included the winning pieces from Jhanaisia Cole,
with ‘Gaulin Bride’; Alyssa Pinder, with ‘Shotgun Wedding’; Nelson Gray, with ‘Untitled’; and Jaela Bowe, with the piece ‘Whims of Obeah, a Folktail’. Additionally, an intimate listening room was built. It displayed students’ artistic processes, UB Visual Art and Design representatives, and a recap of the exhibit opening for audiences.
Art enthusiasts also enjoyed premium limited-edition CCAP keepsakes at the booth. Journals which featured a collage of all 20 student submissions on the front and back cover, postcards with an art piece on the cover along with the student’s name, title, dimension and materials on the back and pens designed with the CCAP’s dynamic logo.
Throughout the art festival diverse groups of people visited the art tent taking in the displays while enjoying the artistic insights from the
listening booth.
Community and culture are always at the forefront of Caribbean Bottling Community, and it was boldly showcased during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival for the third consecutive year.
For more details on the Coca-Cola Art Project, events and new products visit www.cbcbahamas.com today!
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Wines & Spirits (CWS), The Bahamas’ premier wines and spirits distributor delighted Jollification
attendees with bubbles from their Bottega and Bouvet Ladubay sparkling wines and Besserat de Bellefon champagne lines.
Located in the Monument Circle on The Retreat grounds, CWS transformed The Retreat Garden into a lush lounge with Besserat, Bouvet and their latest product addition, Bottega, during the two-day affair.
The festivities kicked off Friday during BNT Member’s Night. Guests enjoyed exclusive offerings from CWS’s catalogue, offered exclusively to members. Complimentary mixes or glasses on the rocks included El Tequileno tequila, Hard Truth whiskey, House of Angostura rum, Cross Keys gin, Nemiroff vodka and a slew of wines such as Fonesca Bin, Bottega and Besserat.
Guests also savored the ‘Jolly Paloma’ cocktail, an instant favorite made with El Tequileno tequila, Schweppes Grapefruit and Domaine de Paris rose wine. To end the night, guests were treated to branded limited-edition wine tumblers as keepsakes.
On Saturday and Sunday, Jollification attendees delighted in glasses or bottles of champagne and sparkling brut or rosé wines while taking
in the comfort of the chic lounge. In addition to purchasing bottles for onsite consumption, consumers were also able to purchase bottles as gifts whether for themselves or someone special.
The sophisticated “bubble lounge” lounge was decked with velvet couches, gold rimmed cocktail tables, blue and pink pillows, and a white floral branded backdrop created for capturing the perfect picture.
Caribbean Wines & Spirits, a historic partner of the Bahamas National Trust was pleased to support Jollification 2025 to kick off the festive season and share their expansive range of spirits.
To keep up to date with all CWS products and events, visit their website at www.cwsbahamas.com today.
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