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Event To Pay Tribute To Three Former Premiers
The Second Annual Celebratory Luncheon will be hosted by the Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast Committee on March 1oth, paying tribute to former Premiers Sir John Swan, Dame Jennifer Smith, and Alex Scott. A spokesperson said, “The people of Bermuda will have a rare opportunity to pay tribute to three former Premiers on Sunday afternoon, March 10th... Read more of this article
Prospect Primary Marks Black History Month
Prospect Primary celebrated Black History Month with a ‘Living History Museum,’ with visitors learning of a number of notable figures. Government House posted the images below and said, “Prospect Primary celebrated Black History Month with their first Living History Museum since Covid. Students and staff highlighted the impactful... Read more of this article
Beyond Seascapes: Black Art In Bermuda
Unchained on the Rock announced a fundraising talk, ‘Beyond Seascapes: Black Art in Bermuda’, scheduled for February 27, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Unchained on the Rock, a Bermuda-based initiative that chronicles narratives of Black liberation and resistance throughout the Atlantic Basin, are presenting a special fundraising performance... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Midshipman Dale Service
The annual Commemorative Service of the death of Midshipman Richard Sutherland Dale [1795 - 1815] was held yesterday [Feb 24] at St Peter’s Church. The event programme noted, “Midshipman Dale is considered to be among the last victims of the War of 1812 and was tragically wounded during an exchange of fire on January 15th 1815, after the... Read more of this article
Commemorative Service For Midshipman Dale
The Friends of St Peter’s Church has organized a commemorative service honouring Midshipman Richard Sutherland Dale, set for 5 pm tomorrow [Feb 24] in St George’s. The event poster says, “In attendance will be Her Excellency Ms Rena Lalgie, Governor of Bermuda The Wor. Quinell Francis, JP, Mayor of St George US Consul General Karen... Read more of this article
Black History Month: Alora Rabain
As Port Royal commemorates Black History Month, the spotlight turns to Alora Rabain, “Bermuda golf trailblazer.” A spokesperson said, “As we at Port Royal celebrate Black History Month we turn our attention to the dynamic duo who graced Port Royal with their presence which started with Alora Rabain in 1970. “While Frank Rabain’s... Read more of this article
“More Than Just Sports: Central Social Clubs”
The Department of Culture will host a Heartbeats Lecture Series event, “More Than ‘Just’ Sports: Central Social Clubs,” on Thursday [Feb 15]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture invites you to the February Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series event, “More Than ‘Just’ Sports: Central Social... Read more of this article
‘Portuguese Voices: Your Story, Your Voice’
In honour of the 175th anniversary of the arrival of the first Portuguese immigrants in Bermuda, the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] and the Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda and “have joined forces with StoryCenter [a US-based non-profit] to collect stories and experiences of Bermuda’s vibrant Portuguese community.” A spokesperson... Read more of this article
‘Walk/Drive Family Adventure’ Set For Feb 11
A Walk/Drive Family Adventure will be held on Sunday [Feb 11] starting at Christ Church Devonshire to celebrate the anniversaries of Elliot School and the Progressive Group. A spokesperson said, “A Walk/Drive Family Adventure will take place on Sunday, February 11th, from 3.00pm, beginning at Christ Church Devonshire [rain date on Sunday, February... Read more of this article
Anniversary Of First Progressive Group Meeting
People gathered today to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the first meeting of the Progressive Group. A spokesperson said, “More than 60 people gathered at the top floor of the BIU’s Ottiwell Simmons Building today – Feb 8th – for an Interactive Gathering, marking the 65th anniversary of the first meeting of the Progressive Group. The... Read more of this article
BUEI To Feature Films For Black History Month
In celebration of Black History Month, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will be presenting a ‘Black Film Experience,’ which will feature a selection of films produced by talented Black directors, actors, and screenwriters. A spokesperson said, “Three highly acclaimed films will be showcased in this experience including:... Read more of this article
Titan Express Offer Friendly Society Tour
In recognition of Black History Month, Titan Express is offering the Black Icons-Friendly Society Tour on Saturday, February 17th at 2:00pm. A spokesperson said, “The stories and contributions of the Friendly Societies is of outmost significant importance to the history and era of Black excellence in Bermuda. To book the tour visit: www.titantoursbermuda.com Date... Read more of this article
City Launches Black History Month Exhibition
The City of Hamilton announced the launch of a special exhibition in celebration of Black History Month. A spokesperson said, “The mini exhibition will be on display in the Washington Mall [by the ‘Wall of Words’, Level B, Church Street] from February 1st to February 29th and features four Black Bermudians, each with a link to the City of... Read more of this article
National Museum Celebrates 50th Anniversary
The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a cornerstone of Bermuda’s cultural preservation. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is turning 50 this year. Located at the historic Royal Naval Dockyard and commanding Bermuda’s westernmost point, NMB is a non-government, not-for-profit... Read more of this article
Historical Lookout Tower To Be Demolished
“The decision to demolish the tower has not been taken lightly,” stated Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch on the decision to demolish the Lookout Tower near Paynter’s Road, Hamilton Parish. The Government spokesperson said, “The tower is a historical landmark located within the woodland reserve and originally erected by the... Read more of this article
Wreaths Laid In Belgium For Bermudians
[Written by Dr Edward Harris] Belgium and the Western Front are a long way from Bermuda, not only geographically, but now, as the years roll on inexorably, over a century and five years distant since the “Great War”, or First World War, ended on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, being the 11th of November 1918. On the... Read more of this article
