Blue Connection Band, Geno D., Veronica Bishop, Q-Pid, Puzzle and Dillon 'D-Mac' McKenzie on tap for North Eleuthera Regatta

Fri, Oct 9th 2015, 12:49 AM

An exciting line-up featuring the Blue Connection Band out of New Providence, along with an all-star lineup including Geno D., Veronica Bishop, Q-Pid, Puzzle and Dillon "D-Mac" McKenzie comprise the exciting lineup of entertainment that party revelers can expect for this weekend's North Eleuthera Regatta. Events scheduled for the weekend include a Briland-style cultural show, down home rake 'n scrape performances and the popular "Get Loose" Beach Party at Pink Sands Beach.

The 26th annual regatta that got underway on Wednesday will conclude on Sunday in the island pink sand paradise. This year's event will host a hurricane relief and dollar drive at the Harbour Island regatta site. Lucie Johnson-Butler, chairperson of the North Eleuthera Regatta Association said the committee's hurricane drive would aid in the relief efforts for the southern islands affected by the hurricane.

"We want everyone to come and support this year's regatta and our hurricane relief initiatives. Persons can donate monies to the dollar drive and we're also asking for donations of canned items and non-perishable goods," said Butler.

The regatta will feature three days of "B" Class and "C" Class sloops competition. In light of the devastation in the southern island communities, boats from those islands will not participate in the regatta, according to Dean Spychalla, managing director at Valentines Residence Resort and Marina, and president of the Bahamas Out Island Promotion Board.

As a sponsor of this year's regatta, Valentines Resort will offer a number of activities for guests staying at the resort as well as anyone looking to experience the Valentines treatment. On Friday, the resort will host the annual Skipper Party and the Bristol Wines Grey Goose Party.

"What makes Harbour Island so inviting is its winning reputation. Events like the North Eleuthera Regatta allow us to celebrate the island's reputation of having one of the best beaches in the world -- the famous pink sands beach, waterfront dining restaurants, servitude and a rich culture of community" said Spychalla.

Click here to read more at The Nassau Guardian

 Sponsored Ads