Category: Photos
Photos: Heritage Month Seniors Art & Craft Show
The Department of Community and Cultural affairs hosted a free two-day Annual Heritage Month Seniors Arts and Crafts Show at Peace Lutheran Church on Thursday, May 5 and Friday, May 6, 2016. A spokesperson said, “The show is a fitting start to Heritage Month, celebrating the tradition bearers that have ensured that Bermuda’s cultural heritage... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: XL Catlin 2016 End-to-End Walk
[Updated with video] With more than $5 million distributed to Bermuda charities since its inception, five charities are set to benefit from this year’s XL Catlin 2016 Bermuda End-to-End which got underway this morning [May 7] from St George’s. Despite the less than welcoming weather, walkers set off to travel to the other end of the island... Read more of this article
Photos: End To End Gets Underway In St George
Despite the less than welcoming weather, the XL Catlin 2016 Bermuda End-to-End got underway this morning [May 7] from St George’s, with walkers set to travel to the other end of the island to raise money for charity. The five charities selected to benefit from this year’s event are The Coalition for the Protection of Children’s breakfast... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Cycle Cruises Celebrate 10 Years
The roar of motorcycle engines crossed the island this week as a group of visiting riders on their Harley Davidsons and other supersized motorcycles were joined by members of the Bermuda Longriders on a ride across the island. The group is part of ETA Motorcycle Cruises, which offers cruises all through the Caribbean and Bermuda for motorcycle enthusiasts,... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: African World Heritage Day
The African Diaspora Heritage Trail celebrated UNESCO African World Heritage Day today [May 5] on the Cabinet Grounds at the site of the Sally Bassett statue, with activities including drumming, an official proclamation, and more. African World Heritage Day is an outgrowth of UNESCO’s World Heritage Convention, which “sets out the duties of State... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermuda Lifeguard Training Course
The Department of Parks recently hosted a three-day intense training course for lifeguards, with the training being held for returning lifeguards that have already qualified and have worked with the Department in previous years. A spokesperson said, “Considered ‘Professional Rescuers,’ lifeguards must stay up to date with current practices... Read more of this article
Photos: ‘Very Successful’ Azores Visit Concludes
Today [May 5], Premier Michael Dunkley concluded what he termed a “very successful” visit to the Azores and he noted that the trip has “helped foster a greater appreciation and understanding between Bermuda and the Azores.” On the final full day of the Azores trip, Premier Dunkley and the Bermuda delegation continued their extensive... Read more of this article
Photo Set #2: Harbour Nights Opens On Front St
Harbour Nights got underway for the 2016 season on Front Street yesterday evening [May 4], with the opening marked by more than 50 vendors, a cultural food bazaar, and live local entertainment that included performances by Jump2Bfit, Anointed Steps Dance Ministry, and more. The 24th Annual Harbour Nights are presented by the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce in... Read more of this article
Photos: Karting Club Hosts Autism Support Race
Speed was the order of the day at the Southside Motor Sports Park as the Bermuda Karting Club hosted the RUBIS Sponsored Bermuda Autism Support and Education [BASE] Race Day. Among those in attendance was Premier Michael Dunkley, as well as an International driver Austin Riley seeing action for the first time on the Bermuda Track. Jason North took the... Read more of this article
Photos: First Harbour Nights Of 2016 Season
The first Harbour Nights of 2016 took place on Front Street this evening [May 4], with more than 50 local artisans and crafters, a cultural food bazaar, and live local entertainment. The entertainment line-up for the evening included performances by Jump2Bfit, Anointed Steps Dance Ministry, and more. The 24th Annual Harbour Nights are presented by the... Read more of this article
Photos: Horse & Pony Association Spring Show
The Bermuda Horse and Pony Association Spring Show was held recently at the Botanical Gardens. Clare Tomlinson and Don’t Blink are the Hunter Pony 2’6″ Champions, with Samantha Stempel and Happy Feet announced as the Reserve Champions. The Adult Equitation 3′ – 3 Horses Champion was Tres Beau ridden by Michael Rodrigues, with... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermuda Delegation Tours Azores Sites
Following yesterday’s [May 3] Memorandum of Understanding [MOU] signing between the Governments of Bermuda and the Azores, Premier Michael Dunkley and the Bermuda delegation engaged in a full slate of activities to see the cultural and natural landmarks of the Island and to learn about the Azores’ business and technology sectors. “Yesterday... Read more of this article
