Category: Photos
Photos: Canada Day Celebrations At Beach BBQ
In celebration of Canada Day, the Association of Canadians in Bermuda hosted its 20th annual Canada Day BBQ Beach Party today [June 27] at Warwick Long Bay. Promoters had promised, “Fun on the beach [rain or shine]” and they delivered as promised. Music, food and beach action all kicked off and carried on throughout the afternoon. The family... Read more of this article
Photos: Berkeley Institute Students Graduate
The Berkeley Institute yesterday [June 25] held its official graduation ceremony, with the school’s class of 2015 dressed in full graduation regalia for the event. Students received their high school diplomas in front of a full crowd of friends, family, and supporters, with words offered by a number of speakers. Following the ceremony, the festivities... Read more of this article
Photos: Cal Ripken Baseball League Play-Offs
The first YAO Cal Ripken League Playoff game saw the Orioles defeat the Cubs 3-0. A strong pitching performance by Liam McCue is all the Orioles needed to keep the Cubs off the board. McCue pitched 6 innings, striking out 12, no walks and only giving up 4 hits. The Cubs struggled early with walks. Kaelin Paynter came on and matched the McCue, with 9... Read more of this article
Photos: Night Blooming Cereus Flowers
An event that rarely occurs took place this evening [June 24], with night-blooming cereus flowers seen in the Pitts Bay Road Pembroke area together with Cut Road and Barrack Hill in St. George’s. The night blooming cereus — also called queen of the night, lunar flower, and moon flower — is a member of the cactus family. It does not bloom often,... Read more of this article
Photos: Kardias Club Holds “Tea With A Twist”
[Updated with photos] The ladies of the Kardias Club [charity #51] hosted their annual “ Tea with a Twist” on Saturday at the Mid Ocean Club with over 140 ladies, dressed festively in hats and gloves to enjoy high tea and an afternoon of fashion, fellowship and fun. “This year’s MC was the very entertaining Darlene Hartley. Guest of Honourable... Read more of this article
Photos: Purvis Primary School Graduation
Purvis Primary School recently held their year-end graduation ceremony, with a group of graduating students – each of whom will enjoy a break before the next school year – honoured at the event. The school leaving programme listed Primary 6 West students as Nidia Camara, Che’Chulae Dowling, Ny’Zayah James, Rickai Johnston, Raviunna Lutchman,... Read more of this article
Video & Photos: Island To Be “Living Classroom”
The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] have purchased a 2.4-acre lot on Trunk Island and now expect to provide classes that utilize the island to some 3,000 students during the school year, which they said is an “amazing opportunity for Bermuda by the creation of a living classroom.” The BZS said, “It was once unusual for the formal... Read more of this article
Photos: BCB Youth Cricket Prize Presentation
The Tokio Millennium Re 8 & Under League concluded on Saturday [June 20] with all the teams playing their last game followed by a prize presentation to recognise all the participants in the league. President of the Bermuda Cricket Board Lloyd Fray stated, “This year I was extremely pleased to note that we had a record number of 14 teams participating... Read more of this article
Photos, Video: Mischievous Takes Line Honours
Mischievous took line honours in the 645-mile Marion to Bermuda ocean race, crossing the finish line off St David’s just before 8pm this evening [June 22]. The sleek white sloop is skippered by Charles Cahill and represents the Massachusetts Maritime Academy. The rest of the 45-strong fleet in the race — which includes the Spirit of Bermuda... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: St. George’s New Bathrooms
Mayor of St. George’s Quinell Francis officially opened the King’s Square Restrooms in a ceremony held last week, saying that while they have retained the historic aspects of the building’s exterior the interior is “very modern and first class.” Mayor Francis said, “This is a very special occasion, where we get to open... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Greenrock Eco-Schools Awards
Greenrock recently hosted Bermuda’s first Eco-Schools Award Ceremony at BUEI, which highlighted the impact of the environmental programme in the schools and in our community and showcased the efforts of 10 participating schools: public and private, from preschool to college. All the schools are working towards clear goals and 6 schools were recognized... Read more of this article
Photos: Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon At Clearwater
The island’s budding young athletes showcased their skills as the Annual Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon was held today [June 20], at Clearwater Beach in St. David’s, with children taking part in the swim, run and bike portions. Kids ages 3 – 15 were invited to participate with a chance to swim, bike and run to win the competition, with competitors... Read more of this article
