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September: Library Card Sign-Up Month
The Bermuda National Library is celebrating Library Card Sign Up Month during September 2021. A Government spokesperson said, “In celebration of this month, the Bermuda National Library is collaborating with The Friends of the Library, Bermudian authors, and local businesses to offer all members: A “Pop Up and Sign Up” event with free popcorn... Read more of this article
Richards To Release “Triangle Of Treason” Book
A new WWII thriller by author Bob Richards — the former Finance Minister — entitled Triangle of Treason, is set to be released on Tuesday, July 6. A spokesperson said, “Bob Richards’ compelling new World War II thriller, Triangle of Treason takes us on a high stakes adventure in the lives of three characters in this epic drama. “Triangle... Read more of this article
Video: Trailer For David Bascome’s ‘Red Card’
The Red Card Project released the first video trailer for the book Red Card, a biography telling the inspiring story of Bermudian David Bascome that is set to be released in March 2022. The website says, “Red Card: The Life Book of David Bascome’ is a biography rooted in self-empowerment. David shares his life story and provides graphic... Read more of this article
Book Signings To Be Held With Van Putten
Upcoming book signings will focus on the book Ashay! Bermuda History for Young People by author Mwalimu Melodye Micëre Van Putten, with the book aimed at youth aged 13 to 19-years-old and aiming to help them to “grow themselves via self-reflection and study of the history for its valuable lessons.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda... Read more of this article
Larrita Adderley’s ‘The Stain’ Now Available
A book by author Larrita Adderley entitled The Stain is now available at Sacred, The Bermuda Bookstore on Queen Street, and Tiny Ts Shop on Court Street. Ms Adderley said, “I graduated from IAP Career College. I was studying to become a life coach, business consultant and a daycare business owner. The book The Stain was inspired as I was trying to... Read more of this article
“The Pandemic Through Our Eyes” Book
Students from the Bermuda Institute visited the Cabinet Office to present their book entitled “The Pandemic Through Our Eyes”. In an online post, the Government said, “Students from the Bermuda Institute visited the Cabinet Office to present their book entitled “The Pandemic Through Our Eyes”. The Grade 6/M1 class was able to see their... Read more of this article
New Book On One Of Sea Venture Passengers
British author Margaret Rice has published a book entitled “The Henry Bagwell Story: English Adventurer, Virginia Planter 1589-1663,” described as the “previously untold story of Henry’s voyage to the new colony of Virginia in 1609, on the Sea Venture.” A spokesperson said, “A first-time English author has released... Read more of this article
‘History Of The Bahá’í Faith In Bermuda’
The National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of Bermuda announced the launch of a newly published book ‘In Search of Kull-i-Shay, History of the Baha’i Faith in Bermuda, 1948-1958′. A spokesperson said, “A book launch for a local publication, “In Search of Kull-i-Shay, The History of the Bahá’í Faith in Bermuda... Read more of this article
National Museum Releases Heritage Matters 8
It’s time to dive back into Bermuda’s history with the release of Heritage Matters 8, the latest compilation of articles by Dr. Edward Harris, Founding Executive Director Emeritus of the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB]. For ten years, Dr. Harris’s weekly Heritage Matters column ran in the Mid Ocean News, and later the Royal Gazette, reminding... Read more of this article
CURB To Share ‘Shackles Of The Past’ Book
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] announced that the family of the late David Critchley have given permission for his book Shackles of the Past to be offered as a download at the CURB website, free of charge under a Creative Commons license. A spokesperson said, “David Critchley was an early activist against discrimination in Bermuda. A... Read more of this article
Bermuda Railway Virtual Book Launch On May 6
On Thursday, May 6th, the National Museum of Bermuda will be hosting a virtual launch of its newest publication, “The Bermuda Railway” which was written by Simon Horn. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Railway is the newest publication from the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] Press. Written by Canadian historian and Bermudaphile,... Read more of this article
Earth Day Event To Feature Dr. Quito Swan
In recognition of Earth Day, the African American Museum in Philadelphia will host a Virtual Earth Day Celebration featuring the award-winning work of Bermuda’s Dr. Quito Swan, with a focus on Environmental Justice. The free event will take place today [April 22] via Zoom from 5.30pm to 7.00pm. To register, click here. A spokesperson said, “This... Read more of this article
