The Independence committee for the 43rd annual Independence celebrations held a press conference Monday, June 27, at the Cabinet Office to announce its plans for the celebrations. Bahamas National Independence Commission Artistic Director, Ian Poitier, Ian Poitier announced that National Pride Day is set for Friday, July 1, with festivities taking place in Rawson Square beginning at 10 a.m. He noted that persons should wear at least one of the flag colours or carry a flag at the event. Other activities include a beat retreat, an Ecumenical Service, the People’s Love and Unity Rush and a State Reception.

(BIS photo/Letisha Henderson)

Source: Bahamas Information Services