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Eclipsing the nightlife experience
Forget what you thought nightlife on New Providence was all about, because it's going to be eclipsed with the debut of Nassau's newest hot spot -- Club Space. And it will not be the run-of-the-mill deejayed music disco ball kind of scene.
If you can wrap your mind around it, think of a cozy, sophisticated, electrifying experience with burlesque dancers, go-go dancers while you pop champagne and down mixed drink deals in a night club that will be out of this world.
"When you walk in, the first thing you will feel is that you are in a vortex and separated from the outside world," says Club Space co-owner, Neil Dames. "The entrance will be dark and lit with stars. It will set the mood for what you will see next once you walk down into the club. You may not even know where you are at first and it will be a bit eerie with the dim lighting, but you will be blown away when you reach the entrance to the club. We really transformed the old Club Fluid spot to make it something new and otherworldly. From the art, entertainment and the high quality of the sound, we wanted to create a place the young professional can truly enjoy."
Expect to be blown away by the 4,000-square foot club which opens to the public on Saturday, says Dames. Thereafter, the club will open four nights a week -- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 p.m until 4 a.m. A $20 cover charge will include one free drink.
The idea for the club's space theme was envisioned by Dames who felt that the extra-terrestrial idea was something that wasn't tapped into. The vibe of Club Space will also be different from previous clubs in that location, as it has a totally different layout.
There are two sections to the club -- an upper portion which is non-smoking, and a lower section which occupies a larger space. Instead of a specific VIP or exclusive section, Dames designed the club to be high-end all around and provide a top-notch experience for all. He says every area will make patrons feel special as nothing will be off-limits, including being able to view the different forms of entertainment which will be easily accessible wherever patrons are in the club.
With mixed genre music, which should appeal to most people's tastes, other features of the club include lounge seating, bottle service sections, two bars, 15 floor tables and a spacious dance floor.
"There is a lot you can see here at Club Space. It's more than just another place to hang out on the weekend. It's a cross between a lounge and a nightclub. So whether people come here to dance or to relax it will be a great place for it," he said.
"For far too long nightclubs have had a negative stigma and I wanted to create a place that was different with a great concept that would be appealing. We aren't too upscale but it's not a typical club either. We have a standard here that we will maintain and a high quality of service and we'll provide an experience that will be legendary."
The venue of the club was once the location of a popular native club in the 50s and 60s called Dirty Dicks. There were fire shows and cultural shows put on mostly for cruise tourists at the club. Dames hopes to capture the same kind of excitement and a sense of otherworldliness that will become the signature appeal of the club.
"The major problem with this space in the past was that patrons felt claustrophobic and unsafe because it is below ground level. We've remedied the problem in numerous ways. Although the club is dimly lit to coincide with the theme of space you will not feel uncomfortable. We have opened up the space a lot more than it was before and we have glass to portion areas rather than solid dividers so it is spacious and visually appealing."
To address the matter of safety and exits, Club Space will have one main entrance and two exits that can be used in times of emergency. Dames said there will not be a guessing game, and just knowing that they can get out of the club when they are ready will make many people comfortable, especially those people that have been skeptical about a club in that location.
According to Dames, Club Space will set itself apart by paying attention to the details like security and a restroom attendant to keep things fresh.
"You can't leave anything to chance or be lax in creating the perfect club experience," he says. "Once the customers feel comfortable and safe, the true beauty of this new club will shine."
The Club Space Experience
When: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Where: Bay Street, next to Sbarro's
Time: 10 p.m. - 4 a.m.
Cost: $20
Giant Olympic Rings launched on the River Thames
The Mayor of London Boris Johnson today launched a set of giant Olympic
Rings onto the River Thames as he announced a programme of cultural
events to celebrate London 2012.
From 21 July - 9 September, live music,
outdoor arts and 'pop up' events will take place throughout London. Ranging
from an original fusion of ballet and film to a floating opera, the programme
will provide extra
opportunities to get involved with the London 2012 Festival.
'We're creating the biggest festival of outdoor arts ever to
be seen in the capital, as well as fantastic new work that will throw new light
on some of our city's lesser-known landmarks and hidden gems."
Behind the Scenes of the film, Bahamian Son
Nassau, Bahamas - In
December 2010 the independent film
companies, One Light Collective and Soul Tools Production shot the
feature
film, "Bahamian Son" at locations in Nassau; Fox Hill, Adelaide,
downtown Nassau. The project is written and directed by Reggie
Henderson,
whose father is Bahamian and mother is from Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The film
traces Reggie's early life in Minnesota, with his mother and longing to
have some contact with his biological father, who hadn't seen him since
early childhood. Now an adult man, Reggie faces the challenges of trying
to mend bridges with his father meeting some obstacles and frustrations
along the way...
Flea facts and information
Flea infestations are the most common parasite problem in dogs and cats. It is estimated that Bahamian pet owners spend over $1 million each year on flea products, most of which do not work.
As a result of my annual trip to the North American Veterinary Conference in Orlando, I have seen in the last few years that there has been much research done on the life cycle of fleas that attack dogs and cats, in an effort to develop better flea control methods. There are over 200 species of fleas, but only few actually attack dogs and cats. In fact, the cat flea ctenocephalides felis afflicts pets most often.
Facts you should know:
Flea eggs are white, and about the size of a grain of sand. The eggs are laid while the flea is on the pet, and easily roll off the fur into the environment. Eggs usually hatch in one to 10 days depending on the temperature and humidity. Once the eggs hatch, the larva move deeper into the carpet or grass to get away from light and to search for food. Temperatures below 65 degrees Fahrenheit and relative humidity slows the growth of the flea. The larva then becomes a silk-like cocoon. This is sticky, and debris from the environment attaches to it and helps camouflage it. This stage can last nine to 175 days. Adult fleas emerge from the cocoon when stimulated by the heat. In The Bahamas, the entire life cycle takes three to four weeks.
Adult fleas are attracted to house pets by the warmth of the pet's body movement and changes in light intensity and exhaled carbon dioxide. Fleas have tremendously powerful back legs which they use for jumping on the pet. It is estimated that if we had this power in our legs as the flea does, we could jump over the Queen's Water Tower. It is reported that fleas can jump as high as 13 feet.
It is now known that the adult flea species that attacks dogs and cats spend its entire adult life on the pet. Once the adult flea begins to feed on the pet, it must have almost constant access to the blood of the pet for it to survive.
Egg production begins within 48 hours of the first blood meal. Female fleas can produce over 2,000 eggs during their life. While only a fraction of these eggs will develop into adults, this high rate of reproduction ensures that there will always be fleas.
New adult fleas must have a blood meal within two to three weeks after hatching. The higher the temperature and the lower the humidity, the quicker the fleas will die.
It is common for people to be attacked by fleas after returning from vacation or being away from home for several days.
Fleas consume 15 times their body weight with every blood meal. The majority of blood consumed is passed out as partially digested feces (flea dirt) that serve as essential food for flea larvae in the carpet and other ares.
Flea control must include treatment of the yard, house and pet. To often, I am told that a recommended product does not work and it is because only the pet was treated, so I always stress to the client to treat the animal and the environment for success.
Fleas belong to a group of insects designated as wingless suckers. The flea cuts into the dog's skin and inserts a suction tube to fee upon blood.
Dr. Basil Sands can be contacted at the Central Animal Hospital at 325-1288.
Thrilling rides and flashing lights to be had at annual holiday Carnival
Nothing quite says it's the Christmas season quite like the annual carnival which has opened its gates to the public for the 22nd year. Flashing lights, thrilling rides and games and eats provide the perfect outing.
This year, in order to remain relevant and not get boring, the carnival organizers have upped the ante, with seven new rides for people to enjoy at this year's affair.
For the riders, they've brought to town the Paratrooper a high ride that really spins riders around; the Cobra which has not one but three different revolutions to give riders the ultimate spintastic experience and the Astroliner, a mock space ship that gives riders a virtual thrilling ride through space.
And they haven't forgotten the kiddies either, with three new rides, set up at the Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre site. The Bulgy the Whale ride simulates what it feels like to be a fish swimming through the waves. Carnival owner, Richard Carl, says children should find this ride thrilling.
Then there's the Flying Elephant which spins kids around in a circle in cars shaped like elephants. The Fire Truck ride is also new. It allows kiddies to have fun pretending to drive as the trucks run on the track.
While Carl has introduced a few new rides, he also brought in the traditional favorites like bumper cars, the Flying Bobs, the Pirate Ship, the Ferris wheel and the ultimate thrill ride -- the Kamikaze.
"My daughter, Becky, and I always love coming back and bringing something new and exciting for the local population," said Carl. "This year we have many great things we want the public to see and experience from thrilling rides for the teens, rides for the kiddies and of course new games and attractions for the adults. There is so much to see and so much to do, that you have to come out to fully appreciate the great things we have out here this year."
The Carnival conducted its first day of business yesterday and will offer all the Carnival fun you can handle through mid-January. Opening hours are Monday through Friday, starting at 5 p.m. and on weekends at 2 p.m.
The Christmas season would not be the same to De'Andreea Craig if the annual Holiday Carnival did not come to town.
"I've been going to the carnival since I was a child and now that I am 35 and married I am taking my own kids to the carnival. It is so exciting to see what they have new every year. It still has that magical charm for me," says Craig. "I especially love that it has stayed the same for the most part throughout the years which means my children can have similar happy memories of this time of the year like I did.
The annual Carnival is not to be missed because it only comes once a year.
CARNIVAL TIME
When: Thursday, December 1 - mid January
Where: Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre
Time: Monday - Friday, 5 p.m. - until, and Saturday and Sunday, 2 p.m. - until
Admission: $2 children, $5 adults
Education Officials, BOB Honour 160 of the Littlest Best and Brightest
Nassau, Bahamas -
Hundreds of Palmdale Primary students gathered in a tree-shaded
courtyard this week as the bright lights of TV cameras and the attention
of top education officials, teachers and classmates shone on the best
and brightest and encouraged all.
In an assembly sponsored by BOB
with other corporate support, 160 students from grades one through six
were honoured for their achievements and Palmdale Primary got top marks
for its overall performance.
"Palmdale Primary students not only
performed on grade level in reading, but an overwhelming majority in
Grades 4, 5 and 6 performed above grade level...
Small business development
Dear Editor,
After my organization hosted the first Small Business Summit in 2009, it was evident that The Bahamas needed a national strategic plan for the development of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). However, our country for 38 years, has had a flaw for not developing a practical strategic national plan for anything (crime, economic development, immigration, etc.).
Industry leaders from the professional and medical services; manufacturing, agriculture, fisheries, wholesale merchandising and retail; construction, tourism, hospitality, commercial banks and government indicated during the 2009 Small Business Summit that an Act to developed the SME sector was far overdue.
As a result, a report was developed to identify how this SME could be formulated and implemented in an effective and efficient manner. This report, Act As One: The Importance of Stakeholders' Collaborative Efforts When Developing the Small Business Act of The Bahamas, can be viewed at http://www.markturnquestconsulting.com/Entrepreneurship.html. After consulting with the government, I applaud the Ministry of Finance team for creating the political will to develop the Bahamas SME Development Act and to create a new strategic framework to enhance the productivity level of the sector.
However, there were too many questionable decisions in 2010 on how to perform infrastructural development (mainly the road improvement works) and what formula of tax increases to apply on import duties. I hope that these two decisions will not reduce the effectiveness of the SME Development Act in the future. In 2010, the main focus to stimulate the SME sector should have been to provide incentives and concessions to mitigate the impact of the recession. There was a small window of opportunity to 'stop the bleeding' and it was not taken advantage of; hence, I witnessed hundreds of SME failures and the death of many entrepreneurial dreams. Governments must realize that sometimes negative effects of policy decisions without proper consultations are sometimes irreversible.
My main concern with the formulation process so far is that there has been limited participation by the Act's main stakeholders - SMEs. If this had occurred, then the $7,500 Jump Start Program (grant funding) would not have been given a green light. The grant is not enough and other sources of funding are required by local and international financial institutions to be pooled together to benefit new and existing SMEs.
Other concerns are as follows:
o There should be town meetings with the wider SME community in order to gather information about the major problems and opportunities facing the sector;
o In addition, there needs to be more industry-specific (construction, agriculture, merchandising, hospitality, manufacturing, technical services, tourism, hospitality, fashion design, etc.) discussions, so that local and international issues that affect individual industries could be addressed in the Act.
The formulation process of the SME Development Act needs to be evaluated and corrective measures should take place. I am aware that there were consultations with the Inter-American Development Bank, The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation and a few others, but this is not an effective way to develop such an important Act. There needs to be 'inter-stakeholder synergy'; this means that more trade organizations, banks, industry leaders and especially SME owners should be involved in the formulation process before the Act is debated in Parliament.
This inter-stakeholder synergy between the government, NGOs, trade associations, financial institutions, industry leaders and SME owners would align resources and capabilities to craft a SME Act that is meaningful to the sector. Although this Act should not precede a strategic national plan for SME development, it is a good start because our SME sector is lagging behind in competitiveness, globally.
The main policies that must be adapted by key stakeholders when diligently transforming the Act from formulation to implementation are as follows:
Government
I. Ensure that possible amalgamation of Bahamas Agricultural Industrial Corporation (BAIC), Bahamas Development Bank and Bahamas Entrepreneurial Venture Fund focuses on leveraging the strengths and correcting the weaknesses of the organizations;
II. The new SME development framework that is being developed must be structured to eliminate financial and non-financial decision making based on political influences. This is the main reason why the Bahamas Development Bank is near bankruptcy;
III. Focus on Family Island development but keep the natural heritage and cultural resources of each island;
IV. Reduce the barriers that make it almost impossible for SMEs to access international funding;
V. Promote and encourage e-commerce activities and remove policies that make opening on-line merchant accounts very difficult;
VI. Adapt public policy tools to SME needs - especially facilitating SME participation in the public procurement process;
VII. Consider creating a Ministry or Department of Commerce to protect the SME sector from the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) and to develop strategies to improve on its five percent contribution to gross domestic product.
Commercial banks
I. Partner with government and international leading institutions to develop comprehensive SME funding scheme (SFS) so that more financial support can be extended to SMEs;
II. The $7,500 grant that is currently being offered to a few SMEs by the government could be used as a down payment so that local and international banks, and private investors could give more meaningful funding in order to prevent business failure due to undercapitalization;
III. Focus on packaging loans extended to SMEs that have built-in accounting management, human resources and marketing support programs at an affordable cost for at least a year.
The Bahamas Chamber Of Commerce and Employers Confederation
I. Focus on providing new SMEs with more market information about various industries. The organization should partner with the College of The Bahamas and the Inter-American Development Bank to perform more market research on the economy of The Bahamas;
II. Become more visible in the SME market (over-the-hill) and remove the perception that the organization only focuses on big businesses;
III. Encourage professional and trade associations and SMEs to become more knowledgeable about the pros and cons of the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA).
SMEs
I. SMEs must be committed to acting in a socially responsible manner (paying business licenses, NIB, correct custom duties, etc.);
II. SMEs must become knowledgeable about all aspects of their business model (operations, marketing, accounting/finance, human resources, etc.);
III. All SMEs must have sound marketing, management, human resource and accounting systems. SMEs must invest in the Quickbooks Accounting Software; it is an invaluable tool for businesses.
The Bahamian consumer
At the heart of the new Act, there should be the conviction that achieving the best possible framework conditions for SMEs depends first and foremost on society's recognition of entrepreneurs.
Bahamian consumers must support the implementation of the new Act and SME framework to buy authentic Bahamian made products and discourage criminal activities that would negatively affect local SMEs. The Bahamian consumers should understand that vibrant SMEs will make The Bahamas more robust to stand against the uncertainty of business cycles (especially recessions and depressions).
Finally, framers of the initial draft of the Act must consider the following important matters:
I. Ensure that presidents of trade and professionals associations clearly identify problems that their members are experiencing from local regulations and international competitors;
II. Build in major incentives in the Act for entrepreneurial ventures that create innovative products, delivery systems, operational structures and marketing strategies in filmmaking, fashion design, e-commerce, information technology, agriculture, manufacturing, education, software development, art and handicraft;
III. Create added concessions to protect 'socially responsible' SMEs that employ over 25 Bahamians during future recessions;
IV. Provide special assistance to local SMEs that focuses highly on exporting authentic Bahamian products and creative services;
V. Provide regulatory policies to protect the management consultancy sector from unfair and unethical practices that are performed by international service providers.
I hope that the initial draft of SME Development Act is brought to the business community. The government must host a series of town meetings and workshops so that all aspects of this Act could be diligently crafted. My advice to the government is not to dilute the process, but have adequate consultation with SME owners and not to force this Act down the throats of SME owners. The government must understand that this is an important Act and not to delay communicating the contents of it to SMEs throughout The Bahamas.
In addition, members of Parliament must become more involved in the formulation of the Act. They should immediately host meetings and obtain information about the challenges and other issues that SMEs are experiencing in their constituencies. This is important so that they (MPs) can have intellectual debates when discussing this Act in the House of Assembly.
I would like for SMEs to contact me so that we can ensure that this Act is diligently formulated and implemented. To contact me call 326-6748/427-3640 or log on to www.markturnquestconsulting.com.
- Mark A. Turnquest
Behind the Scenes of the film, Bahamian Son
Nassau, Bahamas - In
December 2010 the independent film
companies, One Light Collective and Soul Tools Production shot the
feature
film, "Bahamian Son" at locations in Nassau; Fox Hill, Adelaide,
downtown Nassau. The project is written and directed by Reggie
Henderson,
whose father is Bahamian and mother is from Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The film
traces Reggie's early life in Minnesota, with his mother and longing to
have some contact with his biological father, who hadn't seen him since
early childhood. Now an adult man, Reggie faces the challenges of trying
to mend bridges with his father meeting some obstacles and frustrations
along the way...
Bethel sheds light on FSB watch list
A former advisor to the Ministry of Finance is seeking to explain comments made by Barbadian Minister of Finance Chris Sinckler this week that The Bahamas has been placed on a watch list by the Financial Stability Board (FSB).
While not willing to speculate on the exact motives of Sinckler, or which list he might have been referring to, Rowena Bethel said the FSB published a report in November of last year identifying The Bahamas as having planned or requested a review of the international cooperation and exchange of information regime for its securities sector.
The same report also identified Barbados as having done the same for its banking and securities sectors.
The last time The Bahamas received a financial sector assessment review, which would have included a review of international cooperation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), was 2004, she said, with the next apparently scheduled for June of this year.
She told Guardian Business, as a preliminary measure, FSB would have referred to the most recent IMF reports and information from the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) to determine whether a country is meeting the international standard for cooperation.
Where the earlier report identified deficiencies in meeting this standard, the FSB has sought to obtain an update on measures taken by the country to address them.
"We get excited about lists without necessarily understanding what their purpose is," Bethel said. "People need to understand the context under which the comments were made. The role of the FSB is to coordinate the activities of standard-setting bodies to ensure that countries are putting in regulatory measures and meeting standards. As part of their exercise, they went back and looked at the previous IMF reviews."
On February 28, Sinckler said Barbados and The Bahamas have been placed on a watch list of countries for examination by the FSB, which is an off-shoot of the Group of 20 (G-20). The minister made the comments during a visit from European Union officials.
Barbados is preparing to access million of dollars in funding to build an Institute of Financial Risk and Regulation.
"The Financial Stability Board, an offshoot of the G-20 process for the regulation and examination of financial centers, has put Barbados and The Bahamas on their list of countries for examination and for watch, even though we only control less than one percent of the resources flowing through in terms of the global financial architecture and structure," the finance minister said at the time.
The FSB report, which has been obtained by Guardian Business, provides a list of jurisdictions that have demonstrated a strong adherence to international regulations. Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands and the Cayman Islands are the only Caribbean jurisdictions on this list.
Jurisdictions planning to take action on FSB recommendations include The Bahamas, Barbados, Colombia, Hungary and Malaysia.
Nations such as China, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Poland have already commenced efforts to sufficiently adhere to the international measures and regulations, according to the report, while FSB is in dialogue with Greece, Mauritius, Russia and Turkey.
Zhivargo Laing, the minister of finance, told Guardian Business, "We are not sure what Sinckler is talking about. There is no new listing The Bahamas is on that causes us any concern at all," he added.
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