Category: Entertainment
Local Designers Announced For Team Bermuda
Team Bermuda will dazzle today [July 26] at the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony, as the Bermuda Olympic Association announces local fashion designers Courtney Clay, Channing Dill, and Alana Wade as the official designers for the 2024 Olympic Games. A spokesperson said, “Clay is credited with the custom scarf, tie, and pocket squares. Dill created... Read more of this article
Fundraiser For CARIFTA Triathlon Team
The Bermuda Wine Concierge is set to hold a wine tasting event as a fundraiser for the CARIFTA Junior Triathlon Team on Thursday, August 8 at 8.00pm at the Bermuda Aquarium. The event, which is hosted by Karen Plianthos, will see those in attendance “enjoy and learn about amazing wine while surrounded by Bermuda’s beautiful fish.” Tickets... Read more of this article
Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On August 18
The 2024 Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday, August 18 and is open to any boy or girl under the age of 17. A spokesperson said, “The 2024 Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Tournament will be held this year on Sunday 18 August and is open to any boy or girl under the age of 17. It’s free to enter. Fishing... Read more of this article
Vegan Fest In Dockyard Set For August 25
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced that Vegan Fest will take place on August 25th in Dockyard. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced the second renewal of Vegan Fest set for August 25 in the Royal Naval Dockyard. The sustainably focused event, which debuted in Summer 2023, attracted over 3,600 attendees to the free... Read more of this article
Dance Academy Concludes Summer Intensive
Bermuda Dance Academy announced the successful conclusion of its annual Summer Dance Intensive, which took place over four weeks in July, with a special highlight being the two-week teaching stint by local professional dancer Mikayla Wilson. A spokesperson said, “Mikayla Wilson, fresh off her first contract as a professional dancer with Princess... Read more of this article
BUEI Films To Screen ‘The Book Of Clarence’
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is set to feature the 2023 adventure/comedy ‘The Book of Clarence’ on Saturday [July 27] at 7.30pm in the Tradewinds Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “‘Films at BUEI’ continue at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] with the screening of the 2023 Adventure/Comedy, ‘The Book... Read more of this article
BSOA Invites Artists For ‘Portals’ Exhibition
The Bermuda Society of Arts invited artists to submit up to six artworks on the theme “Portals” for their Summer Members Exhibition, with submissions due on July 24 and an opening reception on July 26. A spokesperson said, “We are calling artists to participate and share their artistic perspectives and interpretations of the concept... Read more of this article
Chinese Floral Art & Portals Showcase At BSOA
The Bermuda Society of Arts [BSOA] will present two new exhibitions, Homeland: Chinese Classical Floral Art and Portals Summer Members’ Show, on Friday [July 26]. A spokesperson said, “BSoA Invites Art Lovers and Collectors to Enjoy an evening of Showcases: Chinese Floral Art and Portals by Bermuda talent. “Friday July 26 – The... Read more of this article
Art Drop To Host Art Showcase On July 26
Art Drop Bermuda announced a showcase on July 26, 2024 at The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, featuring 12 Bermuda-based artists. A spokesperson said, “You are invited. This week Friday, Art Drop Bermuda invites you to a one night only art showcase featuring 12 Bermuda-based professional and emerging artists. “The Event: Date: Friday,... Read more of this article
New York Times Features Shiona Turini
The New York Times featured Bermudian fashion expert Shiona Turini, in an article about her favorite jewelry, with the stylist to the stars noting that her necklace features a map of Bermuda and is locally made. The New York Times website said, “Somewhere at the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean, in the middle of the Bermuda Triangle, is one of... Read more of this article
Photos: Attendees At Eastern County Cricket
The Eastern County Cup cricket competition took place this weekend with crowds of people enjoying the always popular event, which saw Bailey’s Bay claim the victory. You can view all of Bernews coverage of the Eastern County Cricket Association here. Related Stories Photos: Attendees At... Read more of this article
Photos: St George’s Cup Match Extravaganza
[Updated with video] The Corporation of St. George’s held a Cup Match Extravaganza event last night [July 19] at King’s Square in St. George’s. Mayor Quinell Francis previously said, “We are delighted to once again host the annual Cup Match Extravangza in our historic Town of St. George.” This year’s Cup Match Extravaganza commemorates... Read more of this article
Samiyah Hall Earns 2nd Place In Indiana
11-year-old Samiyah Hall earned second place in the Solo Pantomime category at the 79th International General Assembly of the Church of God in Indiana, impressing the judges and audience with her captivating performance. A spokesperson said, “Samiyah Hall, an 11-year-old rising star from Bermuda, proudly represented her home country and her... Read more of this article
Bermuda In Travel + Leisure ‘Top Islands’
Travel + Leisure readers have named Bermuda as one of the top 25 islands in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas for 2024, with the island ranking at the list’s 19th position with a reader score of 84.05. The Travel + Leisure story said, “Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Summer Sunday In Victoria Park
Summer Sunday in Victoria Park was held on July 14, featuring live entertainment, fair games, a charity dunk tank, musical performances, carnival games, and more. A spokesperson previously said, “This year we’ve amped up the fun, food and festivities to create another unforgettable City experience. We invite attendees to try their hand at dozens... Read more of this article
Bascome Earns Boston AIGA Fellows Award
The Boston AIGA selected Bermudian Daren Bascome, Managing Director of Proverb Agency, as one of three recipients of the 2024 Fellows award for his significant contributions to the local design community. A spokesperson said, “The Boston AIGA [American Institute of Graphic Artists] selects Bermuda native Daren Bascome, Managing Director of award-winning... Read more of this article
