Countdown to Mark Knowles Celebrity Tennis Invitational 2010
Countdown to Mark Knowles Celebrity Tennis Invitational 2010
Nassau, Bahamas - The Bahamas Weekly proudly presents a video flashback to the 2009 Mark Knowles Celebrity Tennis Invitational as the countdown to the 2010 event scheduled to take place December 2nd - 5th, 2010 at the Atlantis Resort & Casino and other locations commences. In this video you will experience the excitement and enthusiasm generated in the Bahamian youth who attended this amazing charitable event founded by Mark Knowles in 2001 to raise money for local children's charities. You will hear interviews with Mark's tennis pro buddies; Anna-Lena Groenefeld, Olga Savchuk, Martin Damm, Robert Kendrick and Benjamin Becker as well as Stephen Turnquest of the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA). You will also hear from excited young Bahamian tennis pro hopefuls.
Nassau, Bahamas - The Bahamas Weekly proudly presents a video flashback to the 2009 Mark Knowles Celebrity Tennis Invitational as the countdown to the 2010 event scheduled to take place December 2nd - 5th, 2010 at the Atlantis Resort & Casino and other locations commences. In this video you will experience the excitement and enthusiasm generated in the Bahamian youth who attended this amazing charitable event founded by Mark Knowles in 2001 to raise money for local children's charities. You will hear interviews with Mark's tennis pro buddies; Anna-Lena Groenefeld, Olga Savchuk, Martin Damm, Robert Kendrick and Benjamin Becker as well as Stephen Turnquest of the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA). You will also hear from excited young Bahamian tennis pro hopefuls.
- Duration: 6:13
- Published: 2010-10-29
- Uploaded: 2010-11-01
- Author: mackeymedia
An inside look into Nygard Cay featuring Peter Nygard
An inside look into Nygard Cay featuring Peter Nygard
Nygard Cay, The Bahamas - The Bahamas Weekly News Team is please to take you on a 2008 Bahamas Destination exclusive tour at the world famous Nygard Cay residence owned by Canadian fashion tycoon Mr. Peter Nygard. TBWeekly's Dave Mackey and Robbin Whachell ;accepted an invitation to
Nygard Cay, The Bahamas - The Bahamas Weekly News Team is please to take you on a 2008 Bahamas Destination exclusive tour at the world famous Nygard Cay residence owned by Canadian fashion tycoon Mr. Peter Nygard. TBWeekly's Dave Mackey and Robbin Whachell ;accepted an invitation to
- Duration: 9:21
- Published: 2010-10-08
- Uploaded: 2010-10-09
- Author: mackeymedia
Interview with Latin Grammy nominated recording artist, 'Man
Interview with Latin Grammy nominated recording artist, 'Man
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Manu, a Latin singing sensation from Colombia visited The Bahamas recently to spend some down time with family. He had just completed work on his new music video which was shot in Miami. Manu took time out of his vacation to talk to The Bahamas Weekly at Coral Beach Bar which has one of the best views of the ocean in Grand Bahama when enjoying evening cocktails and nibbles. In this video interview Manu serenades us with a sample of his latest single 'No Prentendo Ser' and speaks in his mother tongue about the beauty of The Bahamas. Manu recently broke out on a solo career after performing with the popular Latin Grammy nominated Colombian group, Los Tri-O. You can keep in touch with Manu's career on Twitter, or Facebook, and listen to his music at his website: www.ManuMusic.com or download his music on iTunes.
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Manu, a Latin singing sensation from Colombia visited The Bahamas recently to spend some down time with family. He had just completed work on his new music video which was shot in Miami. Manu took time out of his vacation to talk to The Bahamas Weekly at Coral Beach Bar which has one of the best views of the ocean in Grand Bahama when enjoying evening cocktails and nibbles. In this video interview Manu serenades us with a sample of his latest single 'No Prentendo Ser' and speaks in his mother tongue about the beauty of The Bahamas. Manu recently broke out on a solo career after performing with the popular Latin Grammy nominated Colombian group, Los Tri-O. You can keep in touch with Manu's career on Twitter, or Facebook, and listen to his music at his website: www.ManuMusic.com or download his music on iTunes.
- Duration: 3:30
- Published: 2010-10-15
- Uploaded: 2010-10-15
- Author: mackeymedia
Bahamas International Cultural Festival 2010
Bahamas International Cultural Festival 2010
Nassau, Bahamas - The 15th annual Cultural Festival took place October 16th and 17th at the Botanical Garden in Nassau. The Bahamas Weekly News Team was on hand to cover the opening festivities on October 16th. We are pleased to present herewith exciting video footage of the cultural festivities along with interviews with Hon Brent Symonette, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and ICF Chairman Janet Johnson. Thousands attended throughout the weekend to idyllic weather conditions.The event offered locals and tourists the opportunity to get a taste of the countries participating whether it be through food, drink, dance, dress or products sold from the particular country. Twenty-six countries were represented and each of the countries vied for best booth. This year the overall winner was Cuba, who had more like a village than a booth. By region the winners were: Europe: France #1 and Spain #2; Asia: Phillipines #1 and Myanmar #2; North America: Mexico #1 and USA #2; Africa: South Africa #1; Bahamas:Rock Oven #1 and Mortimer's Candy Kitchen #2; and Central/South America": Peru#1.
Nassau, Bahamas - The 15th annual Cultural Festival took place October 16th and 17th at the Botanical Garden in Nassau. The Bahamas Weekly News Team was on hand to cover the opening festivities on October 16th. We are pleased to present herewith exciting video footage of the cultural festivities along with interviews with Hon Brent Symonette, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and ICF Chairman Janet Johnson. Thousands attended throughout the weekend to idyllic weather conditions.The event offered locals and tourists the opportunity to get a taste of the countries participating whether it be through food, drink, dance, dress or products sold from the particular country. Twenty-six countries were represented and each of the countries vied for best booth. This year the overall winner was Cuba, who had more like a village than a booth. By region the winners were: Europe: France #1 and Spain #2; Asia: Phillipines #1 and Myanmar #2; North America: Mexico #1 and USA #2; Africa: South Africa #1; Bahamas:Rock Oven #1 and Mortimer's Candy Kitchen #2; and Central/South America": Peru#1.
- Duration: 7:14
- Published: 2010-10-23
- Uploaded: 2010-10-23
- Author: mackeymedia
Pelican Canal House 2010 launch
Pelican Canal House 2010 launch
Freeport, Bahamas - Grand Bahama Island has a new conference facility as the Pelican Bay Hotel officially opened their new conference facility called the Canal House on September 17th with an entertaining non-traditional ceremony and night of celebration in the new 5-level facility. Watch a Video Overview where you will hear from general manager of Pelican Bay Hotel, Magnus Alnebeck, and hear remarks from the Bahamas prime minister, the Rt Hon Hubert A. Ingraham who dons safety glasses and cracks a ceremonial conch shell to officially open the new center. You will also hear the The Grand Bahama Youth Choir led by Kevin Tomlinson and hear and see a Junkanoo.
Freeport, Bahamas - Grand Bahama Island has a new conference facility as the Pelican Bay Hotel officially opened their new conference facility called the Canal House on September 17th with an entertaining non-traditional ceremony and night of celebration in the new 5-level facility. Watch a Video Overview where you will hear from general manager of Pelican Bay Hotel, Magnus Alnebeck, and hear remarks from the Bahamas prime minister, the Rt Hon Hubert A. Ingraham who dons safety glasses and cracks a ceremonial conch shell to officially open the new center. You will also hear the The Grand Bahama Youth Choir led by Kevin Tomlinson and hear and see a Junkanoo.
- Duration: 8:49
- Published: 2010-09-24
- Uploaded: 2010-09-24
- Author: mackeymedia
Interview with The President & VP of BREA, Grand Bahama 20
Interview with The President & VP of BREA, Grand Bahama 20
The Bahamas Weekly is pleased to present herewith this enlightening video interview with the president of The Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) Grand Bahama Branch 2010, Christine Wallace Whitfield and her VP Spencer Mallory. This 10-minute video provides incite into the processes involved in investing in real estate on Grand Bahama Island, the advantages of using the services of BREA certified agents and brokers, percentage breakdowns, their Multiple Listing Service (MLS) agenda, the role of The Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) as it relates to real estate investing, how to develop a career in real estate as a BREA certified agent and much more. Be sure to press the play button to begin your educative process on investing in Grand Bahama Island before you open your wallet.
The Bahamas Weekly is pleased to present herewith this enlightening video interview with the president of The Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) Grand Bahama Branch 2010, Christine Wallace Whitfield and her VP Spencer Mallory. This 10-minute video provides incite into the processes involved in investing in real estate on Grand Bahama Island, the advantages of using the services of BREA certified agents and brokers, percentage breakdowns, their Multiple Listing Service (MLS) agenda, the role of The Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) as it relates to real estate investing, how to develop a career in real estate as a BREA certified agent and much more. Be sure to press the play button to begin your educative process on investing in Grand Bahama Island before you open your wallet.
- Duration: 11:43
- Published: 2010-10-15
- Uploaded: 2010-10-15
- Author: mackeymedia
BIFF 2009 Highlight - Interview with Sophie Okonedo
BIFF 2009 Highlight - Interview with Sophie Okonedo
Nassau, Bahamas - English actor Sophie Okonedo, recently awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2010 Queen's Birthday Honours List for her services to drama was Bahamas International Film Festival's Rising Star of 2009.The Bahamas Weekly takes you back to the red carpet in December of last year to hear a delightful interview with the talented actress.The BIFF 2009 tribute was held at the Balmoral Club and Okonedo was presented with her Rising Star award by Charley Walters. The Festival's prestigious Rising Star Award is given to an actor whose noteworthy performances have put them on the path for elite and lasting stardom in the industry.Okonedo, is best known for her Oscar nominee best supporting actress performance for her role as Tatiana, the hotel manager's wife in Hotel Rwanda.Commented Vanderpool, "Having Sophie Okonedo as the 2009 BIFF Rising Star honoree could not be any more perfect. She is one of the most talented and gracious actresses on screen today. We know the Bahamian community will embrace her and help us celebrate her past, current and, most certainly, future success. As anyone who has seen Sophie's collection of feature film performances can attest, her star is most definitely one on a meteoric rise."Stay tuned to The Bahamas Weekly for BIFF's upcoming announcement of their 2010 Rising Star!BIFF takes place this year from December 1st to 5th in Nassau, Bahamas.Read Okonedo's Filmography HERE
Nassau, Bahamas - English actor Sophie Okonedo, recently awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2010 Queen's Birthday Honours List for her services to drama was Bahamas International Film Festival's Rising Star of 2009.The Bahamas Weekly takes you back to the red carpet in December of last year to hear a delightful interview with the talented actress.The BIFF 2009 tribute was held at the Balmoral Club and Okonedo was presented with her Rising Star award by Charley Walters. The Festival's prestigious Rising Star Award is given to an actor whose noteworthy performances have put them on the path for elite and lasting stardom in the industry.Okonedo, is best known for her Oscar nominee best supporting actress performance for her role as Tatiana, the hotel manager's wife in Hotel Rwanda.Commented Vanderpool, "Having Sophie Okonedo as the 2009 BIFF Rising Star honoree could not be any more perfect. She is one of the most talented and gracious actresses on screen today. We know the Bahamian community will embrace her and help us celebrate her past, current and, most certainly, future success. As anyone who has seen Sophie's collection of feature film performances can attest, her star is most definitely one on a meteoric rise."Stay tuned to The Bahamas Weekly for BIFF's upcoming announcement of their 2010 Rising Star!BIFF takes place this year from December 1st to 5th in Nassau, Bahamas.Read Okonedo's Filmography HERE
- Duration: 4:27
- Published: 2010-10-28
- Uploaded: 2010-10-28
- Author: mackeymedia
Interview with actors Craig Pinder and Justice von Maur of "
Interview with actors Craig Pinder and Justice von Maur of "
Nassau, Bahamas - The Bahamas Weekly News Team takes you to the Nassau Cricket Club for an interview with two lead actors of the soon to be released Bahamian family comedy film, "Wind Jammers" directly by Kareem Mortimer and Ric von Maur. "Wind Jammers" is an independent film production about an American girl who learns to sail in the Bahamas but learns much more about herself and the world around her. In this video interview you will hear from actor Craig Pinder who plays the dastardly, Richard Whitehead. You will then hear from Justice von Maur who plays the lead roll of Justice Wilson, an American teenager who moves to The Bahamas. "Wind Jammers" will premiere at the 2010 Bahamas International Film Festival . Film Synopsis: A young mixed race girl, Justice, moves to the Bahamas with her adoptive parents and experiences a new culture. The family joins the local sailing club and discovers racial undercurrents. Although there are no rules against black members and most of the members don't mind, one influential member makes it difficult for the new family. Justice joins the sailing program and meets new friends. She loves sailing and decides to compete in the National Regatta. A 1964 Olympic Champion in sailing is impressed by Justice and recognizes that she can help change the attitudes of his beloved Bahamas and coaches her to be a first class sailor. Tension mounts as the influential member, worried that Justice will embarrass him, tries to get the family thrown off <b>...</b>
Nassau, Bahamas - The Bahamas Weekly News Team takes you to the Nassau Cricket Club for an interview with two lead actors of the soon to be released Bahamian family comedy film, "Wind Jammers" directly by Kareem Mortimer and Ric von Maur. "Wind Jammers" is an independent film production about an American girl who learns to sail in the Bahamas but learns much more about herself and the world around her. In this video interview you will hear from actor Craig Pinder who plays the dastardly, Richard Whitehead. You will then hear from Justice von Maur who plays the lead roll of Justice Wilson, an American teenager who moves to The Bahamas. "Wind Jammers" will premiere at the 2010 Bahamas International Film Festival . Film Synopsis: A young mixed race girl, Justice, moves to the Bahamas with her adoptive parents and experiences a new culture. The family joins the local sailing club and discovers racial undercurrents. Although there are no rules against black members and most of the members don't mind, one influential member makes it difficult for the new family. Justice joins the sailing program and meets new friends. She loves sailing and decides to compete in the National Regatta. A 1964 Olympic Champion in sailing is impressed by Justice and recognizes that she can help change the attitudes of his beloved Bahamas and coaches her to be a first class sailor. Tension mounts as the influential member, worried that Justice will embarrass him, tries to get the family thrown off <b>...</b>
- Duration: 4:38
- Published: 2010-10-28
- Uploaded: 2010-10-28
- Author: mackeymedia
Dry Bread exclusive from Mackeymedia archives
Dry Bread exclusive from Mackeymedia archives
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Having spent countless hours of studio time with the late Cyril Dry Bread Ferguson from the days of The late Cay Gottlieb's Cicada Sound Studio on up to MackeyMedia, I am quite pleased to present herewith a short video clip that I recorded of my long time comrade in the music business. I just recently located this along with other footage of the late Wendel Swain Armbrister (to be uploaded in the not too distant future).In this video Dry Bread talks about the release of an album that he went out on the market in the late 1990s when we recorded this interview. Cyril passed April 26th, 2006 at 4:50PM. Press the play button view and remember his jovial upbeat spirit.
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Having spent countless hours of studio time with the late Cyril Dry Bread Ferguson from the days of The late Cay Gottlieb's Cicada Sound Studio on up to MackeyMedia, I am quite pleased to present herewith a short video clip that I recorded of my long time comrade in the music business. I just recently located this along with other footage of the late Wendel Swain Armbrister (to be uploaded in the not too distant future).In this video Dry Bread talks about the release of an album that he went out on the market in the late 1990s when we recorded this interview. Cyril passed April 26th, 2006 at 4:50PM. Press the play button view and remember his jovial upbeat spirit.
- Duration: 1:48
- Published: 2010-06-07
- Uploaded: 2010-08-17
- Author: mackeymedia
Johnny Depp and Sir Sean Connery interviews at Bahamas Film Festival 2009
Johnny Depp and Sir Sean Connery interviews at Bahamas Film Festival 2009
Nassau, Bahamas - American actor, known to be 'the sexiest man alive' received a career tribute award at the 6th annual Bahamas International Film Festival on December 13th at the Balmoral Club in Nassau. The event was sponsored by Swiss private bankers, Lombard Odier Darier Henstch and The Balmoral . The Bahamas Weekly News Team, media sponsors of the event, were on hand for the red carpet arrival and are pleased to present this VIDEO coverage containing an interview with Mr. Depp, along with comments from Sir Sean Connery, a patron of the Festival who also lives in The Bahamas and presented the award to Depp. You will hear from founder and executive director of the festival, Leslie Vanderpool, as well as view scenes from the tribute for Depp.In a beautiful outdoor theater on the property of the Balmoral, Johnny Depp received a hand carved award of a fish, which depicts the BIFF logo and was created by a Bahamian artist. Depp also received a framed portrait drawing of himself, unexpected by all, from a young Bahamian artist in the audience during the question and answer session moderated by author Doug Brinkley. When asked how he felt about receiving the award he said he was "a little stupefied by t he notion" of winning awards. "The first thing I say is 'why?' I just go to work like anyone else, except my job is a little stranger," added Depp Depp revealed that he would be spending Christmas on his private Bahamian island in the <b>...</b>
Nassau, Bahamas - American actor, known to be 'the sexiest man alive' received a career tribute award at the 6th annual Bahamas International Film Festival on December 13th at the Balmoral Club in Nassau. The event was sponsored by Swiss private bankers, Lombard Odier Darier Henstch and The Balmoral . The Bahamas Weekly News Team, media sponsors of the event, were on hand for the red carpet arrival and are pleased to present this VIDEO coverage containing an interview with Mr. Depp, along with comments from Sir Sean Connery, a patron of the Festival who also lives in The Bahamas and presented the award to Depp. You will hear from founder and executive director of the festival, Leslie Vanderpool, as well as view scenes from the tribute for Depp.In a beautiful outdoor theater on the property of the Balmoral, Johnny Depp received a hand carved award of a fish, which depicts the BIFF logo and was created by a Bahamian artist. Depp also received a framed portrait drawing of himself, unexpected by all, from a young Bahamian artist in the audience during the question and answer session moderated by author Doug Brinkley. When asked how he felt about receiving the award he said he was "a little stupefied by t he notion" of winning awards. "The first thing I say is 'why?' I just go to work like anyone else, except my job is a little stranger," added Depp Depp revealed that he would be spending Christmas on his private Bahamian island in the <b>...</b>
- Duration: 6:37
- Published: 2009-12-19
- Uploaded: 2010-08-27
- Author: mackeymedia
Lenny Kravitz at Bahamas' premiere of "Prescious" at Film Festival
Lenny Kravitz at Bahamas' premiere of "Prescious" at Film Festival
Nassau, Bahamas - The 2009 Bahamas International Film Festival opened with the Bahamian film "Children of God" on December 11th and closed with the award winning film, Precious, which was also a premiere screening for The Bahamas on December 17th. The Bahamas Weekly brings you video coverage and interviews on the red carpet with a star of the film, Bahamas' own Lenny Kravitz; the Precious screenplay writer, Geoffrey Fletcher; Jason Guerrasio, Managing Editor of Filmmaker Magazine; and the Founder and Executive Director of BIFF, Leslie Vanderpool. Kravitz, who had his acting debut in Precious came in from the Bahamas' island of Eleuthera where he has a home and is presently working on his next album, Negrophilia. In this interview he speaks about how the opportunity to act in Precious came up, as well he shares wonderful sentiments about life in The Bahamas. Kravitz will be the lead in Daniel's next film. Geoffrey Fletcher, who flew in on a moment's notice when Lee Daniels' decided he could not attend, explains in his interview how the book "Push" came to him from Daniels and how he felt turning it into a screenplay and seeing all the success of the film with the multi-awards and Golden Globe nominations. The video ends with Leslie Vanderpool explaining how she was able to secure Precious as BIFF's closing night film. Watch the Trailer for Precious See photos and related article on the Precious screening in The Bahamas The <b>...</b>
Nassau, Bahamas - The 2009 Bahamas International Film Festival opened with the Bahamian film "Children of God" on December 11th and closed with the award winning film, Precious, which was also a premiere screening for The Bahamas on December 17th. The Bahamas Weekly brings you video coverage and interviews on the red carpet with a star of the film, Bahamas' own Lenny Kravitz; the Precious screenplay writer, Geoffrey Fletcher; Jason Guerrasio, Managing Editor of Filmmaker Magazine; and the Founder and Executive Director of BIFF, Leslie Vanderpool. Kravitz, who had his acting debut in Precious came in from the Bahamas' island of Eleuthera where he has a home and is presently working on his next album, Negrophilia. In this interview he speaks about how the opportunity to act in Precious came up, as well he shares wonderful sentiments about life in The Bahamas. Kravitz will be the lead in Daniel's next film. Geoffrey Fletcher, who flew in on a moment's notice when Lee Daniels' decided he could not attend, explains in his interview how the book "Push" came to him from Daniels and how he felt turning it into a screenplay and seeing all the success of the film with the multi-awards and Golden Globe nominations. The video ends with Leslie Vanderpool explaining how she was able to secure Precious as BIFF's closing night film. Watch the Trailer for Precious See photos and related article on the Precious screening in The Bahamas The <b>...</b>
- Duration: 7:48
- Published: 2010-01-20
- Uploaded: 2010-10-28
- Author: mackeymedia
Der Seewolf crew Vs The Predators Bahamian Soccer team
Der Seewolf crew Vs The Predators Bahamian Soccer team
Grand Bahama Island -- On Sunday, June 1st, the German film production cast and crew of Der Seewolf (The Sea Wolf) left the set at The Bahamas Film Studios early to participate in a friendly soccer match against the Town and Country Predators women's team at the Freeport Rugby Football Club. Now in their final days of filming, the soccer game was a featured event for the group, which allowed them some time for fun and interaction with local residents of The Bahamas. In this video, editor, Robbin Whachell, also a player from "Team Predators" interviews German "Team Ghost" players, Bjoern Holzhausen and Stefan Gbureck. Bjoern works in the props department for the movie, and Stefan is in the cast as well as the marine department. Mary Woodside-Knowles, manager of the Town and Country Predators is also featured. And we didn't leave out our national players of the future - young Dean Bethel and Luca Borsetto also share a view words about the movie, and the match that they both got the opportunity to play in. And check out the exciting soccer action! The background music in this video "Adventures in Music" was arranged produced and performed by Dave Mackey (The Bahamas Weekly & Mackeymedia.com webmaster) using traditional classical melodies of Mozart, Beethoven, Bach and original melodies to a beat that incorporates Bahamian rhythmic elements; Cowbells & Goatskin Drums.
Grand Bahama Island -- On Sunday, June 1st, the German film production cast and crew of Der Seewolf (The Sea Wolf) left the set at The Bahamas Film Studios early to participate in a friendly soccer match against the Town and Country Predators women's team at the Freeport Rugby Football Club. Now in their final days of filming, the soccer game was a featured event for the group, which allowed them some time for fun and interaction with local residents of The Bahamas. In this video, editor, Robbin Whachell, also a player from "Team Predators" interviews German "Team Ghost" players, Bjoern Holzhausen and Stefan Gbureck. Bjoern works in the props department for the movie, and Stefan is in the cast as well as the marine department. Mary Woodside-Knowles, manager of the Town and Country Predators is also featured. And we didn't leave out our national players of the future - young Dean Bethel and Luca Borsetto also share a view words about the movie, and the match that they both got the opportunity to play in. And check out the exciting soccer action! The background music in this video "Adventures in Music" was arranged produced and performed by Dave Mackey (The Bahamas Weekly & Mackeymedia.com webmaster) using traditional classical melodies of Mozart, Beethoven, Bach and original melodies to a beat that incorporates Bahamian rhythmic elements; Cowbells & Goatskin Drums.
- Duration: 6:31
- Published: 2008-06-05
- Uploaded: 2010-08-27
- Author: mackeymedia
Terry McMillan Exclusive overview of her new book
Terry McMillan Exclusive overview of her new book
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Saturday February 13th, 2010 Bestselling author Terry McMillan treated visitors and Grand Bahamians in attendance at Island Heartbeats Experience 2010 at Ross University, to an exclusive sneak peek glimpse into her upcoming sequel to " Waiting to Exhale". The all ladies group in attendance got the opportunity to not only mix and mingle with the famous author, but they also experienced the unique privilege of being able to listen to Terry as she read an excerpt from her upcoming sequel to " Waiting to Exhale" entitled, "Getting to Happy". The Bahamas Weekly News Team was on-hand to cover this exclusive and we are pleased to present herewith Terry's preface to the reading from her new book, as she expresses the framework of her new novel sequel to an eager audience who were completely in sync with her anecdotes and antics. At the end of this video you will hear commentary from a few of the attendees who graciously express their pleasure with having the opportunity of being touched by Terry McMillan's new book through her reading and her one to one, woman to woman approach to communicating with them from the heart. You will also hear from Nicole Scott, founder of Island Heart Beats Experience who gives an overview of how the annual event went this year. Terry McMillan, critically acclaimed author of Disappearing Acts, Waiting to Exhale and How Stella Got Her Groove Back and the new soon-to-be released book Getting to Happy, says All women need <b>...</b>
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Saturday February 13th, 2010 Bestselling author Terry McMillan treated visitors and Grand Bahamians in attendance at Island Heartbeats Experience 2010 at Ross University, to an exclusive sneak peek glimpse into her upcoming sequel to " Waiting to Exhale". The all ladies group in attendance got the opportunity to not only mix and mingle with the famous author, but they also experienced the unique privilege of being able to listen to Terry as she read an excerpt from her upcoming sequel to " Waiting to Exhale" entitled, "Getting to Happy". The Bahamas Weekly News Team was on-hand to cover this exclusive and we are pleased to present herewith Terry's preface to the reading from her new book, as she expresses the framework of her new novel sequel to an eager audience who were completely in sync with her anecdotes and antics. At the end of this video you will hear commentary from a few of the attendees who graciously express their pleasure with having the opportunity of being touched by Terry McMillan's new book through her reading and her one to one, woman to woman approach to communicating with them from the heart. You will also hear from Nicole Scott, founder of Island Heart Beats Experience who gives an overview of how the annual event went this year. Terry McMillan, critically acclaimed author of Disappearing Acts, Waiting to Exhale and How Stella Got Her Groove Back and the new soon-to-be released book Getting to Happy, says All women need <b>...</b>
- Duration: 10:38
- Published: 2010-02-15
- Uploaded: 2010-10-28
- Author: mackeymedia
Matisse Rigby Performs The Bahamas National Anthem
Matisse Rigby Performs The Bahamas National Anthem
The Bahamas Weekly is proud to present this special tribute to our great nation as a gift to you. Composed by Timothy Gibson, vocals passionately performed by Matisse Rigby, dynamic musical arrangement by Mark Carey, it is The Bahamas National Anthem. This rendition was recorded at Mackeymedia and produced and engineered by Dave Mackey. Lyrics: Lift up your head to the rising sun, Bahamaland, March on to glory, your bright banners waving high, See how the world marks the manner of your bearing; Pledge to excel thro' love and unity. Pressing onward, march together, to a common loftier goal; Steady sunward tho' the weather hide the wide and treacherous shoal. Lift up your head to the rising sun, Bahamaland, 'til the road you've trod lead unto your God, March on Bahamaland.
The Bahamas Weekly is proud to present this special tribute to our great nation as a gift to you. Composed by Timothy Gibson, vocals passionately performed by Matisse Rigby, dynamic musical arrangement by Mark Carey, it is The Bahamas National Anthem. This rendition was recorded at Mackeymedia and produced and engineered by Dave Mackey. Lyrics: Lift up your head to the rising sun, Bahamaland, March on to glory, your bright banners waving high, See how the world marks the manner of your bearing; Pledge to excel thro' love and unity. Pressing onward, march together, to a common loftier goal; Steady sunward tho' the weather hide the wide and treacherous shoal. Lift up your head to the rising sun, Bahamaland, 'til the road you've trod lead unto your God, March on Bahamaland.
- Duration: 2:03
- Published: 2009-07-13
- Uploaded: 2010-11-04
- Author: mackeymedia
Spring Break Party 2009 in Grand Bahama
Spring Break Party 2009 in Grand Bahama
Grand Bahama Island - Get a glimpse into Spring Break in Freeport, Grand Bahama on a wild night in March with more than 2000 students on Island via such companies as Xtreme Trips, Student City, and Spring Break Celebrity Entertainment with Inertia Tours. The travel company spokespersons seen in this video explain why they chose The Bahamas for their student travel destination. After a hiatus from hurricanes of 2004, and reflecting back on a time when 2000 students was nothing compared to the numbers that used to grace the island, it is good to have the revenue back on Grand Bahama even for a short time out of the year. In this video you will hear from Karen Ferguson-Bain, Production Coordinator of Port Lucaya Marketplace who explains how valuable Spring Break students are to the local economy and how her company prepared to receive the student travelers. Their business offers other activities off of the Marketplace venue like beach parties and snorkeling and water activities. Also seen is Britton Clarke, owner of Sparky's Bar who interestingly ended up on Grand Bahama via her previous career with the company Spring Break Travel, which in her last year of working with them carried over 12000 students to Grand Bahama. Port Lucaya Marketplace and Count Basie Square offers a unique destination for Spring Breakers as it provides a one stop shop for all the students, no matter which travel company they've arrived with, to party and socialize in one location. By 11pm most Spring <b>...</b>
Grand Bahama Island - Get a glimpse into Spring Break in Freeport, Grand Bahama on a wild night in March with more than 2000 students on Island via such companies as Xtreme Trips, Student City, and Spring Break Celebrity Entertainment with Inertia Tours. The travel company spokespersons seen in this video explain why they chose The Bahamas for their student travel destination. After a hiatus from hurricanes of 2004, and reflecting back on a time when 2000 students was nothing compared to the numbers that used to grace the island, it is good to have the revenue back on Grand Bahama even for a short time out of the year. In this video you will hear from Karen Ferguson-Bain, Production Coordinator of Port Lucaya Marketplace who explains how valuable Spring Break students are to the local economy and how her company prepared to receive the student travelers. Their business offers other activities off of the Marketplace venue like beach parties and snorkeling and water activities. Also seen is Britton Clarke, owner of Sparky's Bar who interestingly ended up on Grand Bahama via her previous career with the company Spring Break Travel, which in her last year of working with them carried over 12000 students to Grand Bahama. Port Lucaya Marketplace and Count Basie Square offers a unique destination for Spring Breakers as it provides a one stop shop for all the students, no matter which travel company they've arrived with, to party and socialize in one location. By 11pm most Spring <b>...</b>
- Duration: 9:06
- Published: 2009-05-25
- Uploaded: 2010-08-27
- Author: mackeymedia
Inagua Bahamas: Hurricane Ike 2008 devestation
Inagua Bahamas: Hurricane Ike 2008 devestation
On Sunday, September 7th, Hurricane Ike passed through the island of Inagua in The Bahamas. This video was created from photos taken in the aftermath of Ike by Bahamas Information Services (BIS) photographer, Kristaan Ingraham, and put together in a video format by Dave Mackey of The Bahamas Weekly and Mackeymedia. You will see aerial and land views of the damage to public and private buildings and roadways. US Coastguard Assists: Following the destructive path of Hurricane Ike over Great Inagua, Bahamas, the Coast Guard assists in the cleanup efforts Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008. The Right Honourable Hubert Alexander Ingraham, Prime Minister of the Bahamas took a flight on a Coast Guard HH-60 Jayhawk helicopter from Air Station Clearwater, Fla., Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, to survey the damage to Great Inagua caused by Hurricane Ike. (Coast Guard video/Petty Officer 3rd Class Nick Ameen)
On Sunday, September 7th, Hurricane Ike passed through the island of Inagua in The Bahamas. This video was created from photos taken in the aftermath of Ike by Bahamas Information Services (BIS) photographer, Kristaan Ingraham, and put together in a video format by Dave Mackey of The Bahamas Weekly and Mackeymedia. You will see aerial and land views of the damage to public and private buildings and roadways. US Coastguard Assists: Following the destructive path of Hurricane Ike over Great Inagua, Bahamas, the Coast Guard assists in the cleanup efforts Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008. The Right Honourable Hubert Alexander Ingraham, Prime Minister of the Bahamas took a flight on a Coast Guard HH-60 Jayhawk helicopter from Air Station Clearwater, Fla., Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, to survey the damage to Great Inagua caused by Hurricane Ike. (Coast Guard video/Petty Officer 3rd Class Nick Ameen)
- Duration: 0:56
- Published: 2008-09-11
- Uploaded: 2010-11-04
- Author: mackeymedia
Gregg Waugh - Harvesting and cooking Lionfish
Gregg Waugh - Harvesting and cooking Lionfish
In this enlightening video production presented by Safespear LLC President, Greg Waugh; the enigma of the invasive Lionfish is exposed. Gregg discusses the lionfish invasion, lionfish biology and SafeSpear's products/solution to deal with the lionfish invasion. Gregg demonstrates the SafeSpear Kit and how to safely remove the venomous spines with the lionfish gripper and clippers while wearing lionfish gloves for protection. Gregg also demonstrates how to fillet and prepare whole lionfish for cooking and how easy it is to cook lionfish. In this educational video produced by Mackey Media ltd you will also see persons savoring the flavor of both fried lionfish and raw lionfish sushi prepared by experienced lionfish handlers. There is also commentary by Bahamians, Jamie Rose of Bahamas Air Sea Rescue (BASRA), diver Mike Stafford and others who share their views on the lionfish invasion; be sure to press the play button to enjoy.
In this enlightening video production presented by Safespear LLC President, Greg Waugh; the enigma of the invasive Lionfish is exposed. Gregg discusses the lionfish invasion, lionfish biology and SafeSpear's products/solution to deal with the lionfish invasion. Gregg demonstrates the SafeSpear Kit and how to safely remove the venomous spines with the lionfish gripper and clippers while wearing lionfish gloves for protection. Gregg also demonstrates how to fillet and prepare whole lionfish for cooking and how easy it is to cook lionfish. In this educational video produced by Mackey Media ltd you will also see persons savoring the flavor of both fried lionfish and raw lionfish sushi prepared by experienced lionfish handlers. There is also commentary by Bahamians, Jamie Rose of Bahamas Air Sea Rescue (BASRA), diver Mike Stafford and others who share their views on the lionfish invasion; be sure to press the play button to enjoy.
- Duration: 13:45
- Published: 2010-06-07
- Uploaded: 2010-08-27
- Author: mackeymedia
Claudette Dean talks about her Lumiere Art Exhibition
Claudette Dean talks about her Lumiere Art Exhibition
In this video/ DVD Claudette Dean simplifies the process involved in creating her inspiring exhibit "Lumiere" which has persons who have experienced it praising it as her best yet. This video contains all of the images that were on display at the Lumiere exhibition and highlights the depth that one might miss at first glance while luring the viewer towards a greater appreciation for the connectivity of all things in life; the universe and of the cycles of renewal. For these reasons this video is a must see for those who have not experienced "Lumiere" and also for those who have. It was produced by Mackeymedia and directed by Dave Mackey. To contact the artist Email: claudettedean125@hotmail.com "Lumiere" will be on display until May 17th from 9:00 a:m until 5:00p:m, Monday to Saturday, closed on Sunday at The Freeport Art Center. Click HERE to Listen to a streaming audio interview with Claudette Dean...
In this video/ DVD Claudette Dean simplifies the process involved in creating her inspiring exhibit "Lumiere" which has persons who have experienced it praising it as her best yet. This video contains all of the images that were on display at the Lumiere exhibition and highlights the depth that one might miss at first glance while luring the viewer towards a greater appreciation for the connectivity of all things in life; the universe and of the cycles of renewal. For these reasons this video is a must see for those who have not experienced "Lumiere" and also for those who have. It was produced by Mackeymedia and directed by Dave Mackey. To contact the artist Email: claudettedean125@hotmail.com "Lumiere" will be on display until May 17th from 9:00 a:m until 5:00p:m, Monday to Saturday, closed on Sunday at The Freeport Art Center. Click HERE to Listen to a streaming audio interview with Claudette Dean...
- Duration: 11:00
- Published: 2008-04-28
- Uploaded: 2009-12-17
- Author: mackeymedia
Miss Universe 2009 Bahamas Fashion Showcase
Miss Universe 2009 Bahamas Fashion Showcase
Nassau, The Bahamas - On August 12th, The Bahamas Weekly News Team attended the Miss Universe Bahamas' Fashion Showcase held at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort on Cable Beach. We are pleased to bring you this video coverage. You will see 84 beautiful contestants parading down the catwalk wearing seductive Bahamian designs and swimwear to the music of Bahamian band, Visage. The Bahamian designs of Raquel Turnquest-Garcia of Rachel's Boutique; Basheva Eve of La Maison de Besh of Grand Bahama; and Sabrina Francis of Se'B Fashion Designing are showcased. Miss Universe 2008, Dayana Mendoza and Charles Sealy, who both emceed the show are wearing designs by Brynda Knowles. Handbags seen in the show are by Harl Taylor. After the show we spoke to the Minister of State for Finance, Hon. Zhivargo Laing. He gives short remarks on the benefits of hosting such a prestigious pageant.
Nassau, The Bahamas - On August 12th, The Bahamas Weekly News Team attended the Miss Universe Bahamas' Fashion Showcase held at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort on Cable Beach. We are pleased to bring you this video coverage. You will see 84 beautiful contestants parading down the catwalk wearing seductive Bahamian designs and swimwear to the music of Bahamian band, Visage. The Bahamian designs of Raquel Turnquest-Garcia of Rachel's Boutique; Basheva Eve of La Maison de Besh of Grand Bahama; and Sabrina Francis of Se'B Fashion Designing are showcased. Miss Universe 2008, Dayana Mendoza and Charles Sealy, who both emceed the show are wearing designs by Brynda Knowles. Handbags seen in the show are by Harl Taylor. After the show we spoke to the Minister of State for Finance, Hon. Zhivargo Laing. He gives short remarks on the benefits of hosting such a prestigious pageant.
- Duration: 4:25
- Published: 2009-08-21
- Uploaded: 2010-02-15
- Author: mackeymedia
Exclusive Interview with Best-selling author, Terry McMillan
Exclusive Interview with Best-selling author, Terry McMillan
Grand Bahama Island - The Bahamas Weekly brings you an exclusive interview with best-selling author Terry McMillan, of "Waiting to Exhale" and "How Stella Got Her Groove Back" recorded on Sunday, February 17th at the suites of Pelican Bay Hotel. Ms. McMillan was in Grand Bahama to participate in the prequil to the "Island Heart Beats Experience", the brainchild of Nicole Scott of Turquoise Water Productions out of Miami, a new annual event for the island that will be run each year over Valentines Day and will give African-American women the chance to "take their hearts on vacation". Learn more HERE. In this video Ms. McMillan discuss her first novel, the writing process for her, movies made from her books, and her future projects, and as well shares what the weekend in The Bahamas has meant to her. She is presently working on the sequel to "Waiting to Exhale"...
Grand Bahama Island - The Bahamas Weekly brings you an exclusive interview with best-selling author Terry McMillan, of "Waiting to Exhale" and "How Stella Got Her Groove Back" recorded on Sunday, February 17th at the suites of Pelican Bay Hotel. Ms. McMillan was in Grand Bahama to participate in the prequil to the "Island Heart Beats Experience", the brainchild of Nicole Scott of Turquoise Water Productions out of Miami, a new annual event for the island that will be run each year over Valentines Day and will give African-American women the chance to "take their hearts on vacation". Learn more HERE. In this video Ms. McMillan discuss her first novel, the writing process for her, movies made from her books, and her future projects, and as well shares what the weekend in The Bahamas has meant to her. She is presently working on the sequel to "Waiting to Exhale"...
- Duration: 5:18
- Published: 2008-02-21
- Uploaded: 2010-10-29
- Author: mackeymedia
