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Glistening streets and white beaches welcome travellers from all around the world to the city of Nassau on New Providence Island. The rich culture fills the atmosphere with excitement. Fascinating colonial architecture surround you with a sense of the rich heritage of this city. The wonderfully inescapable James Bond theme of Nassau immerses you in a world of beautiful beaches, speedboats, seaplanes and casino nights, all of which set the scene for enjoying the very best things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
Surrounded by the sparkling turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the Bahamas are a collection of islands that have become world-famous for their spectacular sights and tropical beauty. To visit one of these islands and experience the exceptional accommodation and surroundings is to treat yourself to a perfect vacation. Of the 700 plus islands to visit in the Bahamas, New Providence Island and the city of Nassau serve as an excellent hub to visit the rest of the islands.
Not only is Nassau the Bahama's capital city, it is also by far the largest and most well developed in the archipelago. Due to the island's convenient positioning, this city has always been at the forefront of Bahamian development. A plethora of beautiful beaches, shimmering casinos and a number of other things to do in Nassau Bahamas makes this city a perfect vacation destination. It also serves as a tourist hub. You can visit the much quieter and untouched Out Islands of the Bahamas. With the top thing to do in the Bahamas is visiting the famous Bahamas Swimming Pigs at Pig Beach. Many people visit Nassau each year as passengers on cruise ships since Nassau's port is a common stop for Caribbean cruises.
Updated for 2019! We've updated our top list of things to do in Nassau with new adventures, day trips, tours and exciting places to visit.
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First founded in 1650 by the British and named Charles Town, it was later renamed after Fort Nassau. This thriving island caught the eye of some unwelcome guests in the 18th century. The infamous pirate known as Blackbeard, with the 'Privateers Republic' at his back, took the city and turned it into a pirates' den. Fortunately for the British rule, they were able to take back the city by 1720 and continued development to achieve what we see today. Some of the marvellous colonial architecture has been well preserved and can still be enjoyed on a trip to Nassau.
Nassau Old Town Walking Tour
Of all the things to do in Nassau Bahamas, a walking tour can be the most informative and interesting, while still allowing for a sense of exploration. Nassau's incredible development over the years has allowed it to be in the spotlight of a number of Bahamian events. Whether you're interested in sitting in on a parliamentary session, discovering spectacular lookouts or learning about the pirates that once gained control of this land, this tour will not disappoint. Following this walking tour will take you through the brightly coloured Old Town, where vibrant buildings and flower gardens meet. Give yourself several hours to make the most of the walking tour, so that you have enough time to appreciate each and every fantastic stop.
1. Parliament Square
Modelled on buildings from the old capital of North Carolina by Loyalists (American colonists who remained loyal to the British Crown), Parliament Square's pink buildings host a 16-member Senate and a 38-member House of Assembly. Vital decisions and debates concerning the future of the Bahamas take place within these walls. When the House is in session you will have a chance to sit and watch as new laws unfold and old ones are debated.
Having been built in 1815, a visit to Parliament Square will provide you with a perfect example of colonial architecture. It will also be indicative of the development and preservation of the fantastic city of Nassau. Taking a stroll around Parliament Square and examining the impressive statue of Queen Victoria at its centre is one of the top things to do in Nassau Bahamas. Parliament Square located at (1) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
2. Nassau Public Library and Museum
Though Nassau may be a hub of development and new ideas for the Bahamas, there is also a very strong sense of historical conservation. The Nassau Public Library and Museum is located on the southern side of Parliament Square. This octagonal building was originally built as a prison in 1797, making it Parliament Square's oldest structure. The prison cells have since been re-purposed to store library books. The building also houses a fascinating museum complete with incredible colonial and Arawak artefacts. Nassau Public Library and Museum located at (2) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
3. Queen's Staircase
Built in 1793, and arguably the island's best viewpoint, the Queen's Staircase is the highest point on the island at 38m tall. This attraction is the water tower of Fort Fincastle and stands roughly 60m above sea level. You can enjoy marvellous views of the ocean and harbour on New Providence Island's northern coastline. Queen's Staircase located at (3) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
4. Fort Fincastle
Fort Fincastle was built at the top of Bennet's Hill as a lookout post for marauders who would try to sneak into the harbour. The building of the Fort was completed in 1793 and was made from cut limestone. It also served as a lighthouse in the early 1800's. Fort Fincastle located at (4) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
5. Gregory's Arch
The fantastically resilient bridge known as Gregory's Arch is an excellent site to stop off and appreciate the strength of old colonial architecture. This arch also marks the area where locals and tourists mingle at restaurants and take-outs. Passing through it gives you a wonderful sense of history as well as a great view of the area of Nassau known as 'Over the Hill'. Gregory's Arch is found at the intersection of Market and Duke and was named after Governer John Gregory. Gregory's Arch located at (5) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
6. Government House & Statue of Christopher Columbus
Similar to the walls of the Parliament Square, the Government House on Mount Fitzwilliam has the unique Bahamian pink and white colouring. This impressive building is the official residence of the Governer General of the Bahamas. In 1830 this building was gifted an incredible statue of Cristopher Columbus that had been imported from London. The statue is placed on the staircase leading up to the government house and overlooks the city of Nassau. This statue was erected to commemorate Columbus's arrival in the Bahamas in 1492. Government House & Statue of Christopher Columbus located at (6) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
7. Heritage Museum of The Bahamas
The immense historical significance of Nassau can be seen all around the sparkling city. There are, however, certain artifacts and objects from the age gone by that can only be found on display at the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas. These items will give you a far deeper and more fascinating look at the history of the city and of New Providence Island as a whole. Since the building itself was built as early as the 1850's and holds countless historical treasures, a visit is certainly one of the best things to do in Nassau Bahamas. Heritage Museum of The Bahamas located at (7) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
8. National Art Gallery of the Bahamas
While the Heritage Museum may take you into the past, the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas puts on display some truly phenomenal artworks. Featuring names such as Antonius Roberts, Brent Malone and Amos Ferguson, a visit to the gallery is certainly worth your time. While the art may be the main reason for most to visit, the colonial mansion is an attraction in itself. 19th-century class seeps from every corner of the great building. Elegant columns stand around the building and the grand doors open to reveal glossy wooden floors and spectacular artworks covering every wall in sight. Government House & Statue of National Art Gallery of the Bahamas located at (8) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
9. John Watling's Distillery
The aesthetic pairing of red, blue and white is what first makes an impression when visiting John Watling's Distillery. The Caribbean is known for its exceptional rum, and New Providence Island is no exception. To go rum tasting in as authentic a place as this is one of the best things to do in Nassau Bahamas. John Watling's Distillery located at (9) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
10. Junkanoo Beach
During a tour of Nassau, it's always good to take a break and enjoy the local culture. Junkanoo Beach may not be the most beautiful, but it is an excellent place to enjoy the bustling vibe of the city with a cool drink in your hand and perhaps a quick bite to eat. If you're visiting Nassau between February and April you will find this beach packed with the party-goers and the pumping music of Spring Break. Junkanoo Beach located at (10) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
11. Pirates of Nassau
If there's one thing that's exciting about Nassau's rich past, it's pirates. The Pirates of Nassau Museum is the perfect place to go to learn more about the days of the Privateers Republic under Blackbeard's rule. This interactive museum will allow you to board a pirate ship and learn about each display from the historical narration. This fun and entertaining experience is complete with sound effects and re-creations of some of the island's most gory stories. Pirates of Nassau located at (11) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
12. Christ Church Cathedral
The stained glass windows of the Christ Church Cathedral bring in a number of visitors every year. These colours, set against the white-grey walls of the cathedral, make for a truly impressive sight and a visit to this attraction is one of the best things to do in Nassau Bahamas. Built in 1837, the same year that Nassau qualified to be a city, the Christ Church Cathedral is a monument to the tenacity of the colonial architecture in Nassau. A visit to this cathedral will also give you a chance to stroll through the colourful Garden of Remembrance. Christ Church Cathedral located at (12) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
13. Pompey Museum & Pompey Square
The Pompey Museum and Pompey Square bring culture and history together like almost nothing else does on New Providence Island. There's a colourful hustle and bustle during the many festivals and events that regularly take place in Pompey Square. Visiting one of these events and taking part in the cultural festivities is one of the best things to do in Nassau Bahamas. With security around the clock, a visit here is safe and completely worthwhile. What's more, is you'll be able to set foot in the Pompey Museum. While the building was used for slave auctions in the 1700's, it has since been repurposed to hold some truly fascinating artifacts. Most of these items were tragically lost in a fire in 2011, but have since been rebuilt or replaced. Pompey Museum & Pompey Square located at (13) on our Walking Tour map of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
Walking Map of Nassau Bahamas
Hotels in Downtown Nassau
|British Colonial Hilton
|Top choice for downtown Nassau, with private beach and outdoor pool.
|Courtyard by Marriott
|Located across the road from Junkanoo Beach
|Holiday Inn Express
|A new addition to Junkanoo Beach
The Best Nassau Beaches
There's no question that the Caribbean is known for having some of the very best beaches in the world. The glistening turquoise water and warm white sand have drawn in thousands of people from around the world for years. The coastline of New Providence Island lives up to this sterling reputation. Visiting one of the numerous beaches around the island should be at the top of your list of things to do in Nassau Bahamas. Lying back in the sand with the water lapping at your toes is the idyllic Bahamas vacation experience that everyone should try out.
To the west of Nassau on New Providence Island, you will find Cable Beach. This pristine beach is most well known for the excellent strip of sand that borders the crystal-clear water. You can get your blood pumping by taking part in one of the many water sports on offer along this expansive beach. You'll also have access to some of the facilities of the nearby resorts, a golf course and even the country's largest casino.
Stretching out to a length of around 4.8km, a visit to this beach will allow you to take a quiet leisurely stroll on your own, or be in the thick of the excitement and crowds that come to enjoy the sun and ocean. A game of volleyball is often going on during the day and if your money's burning a hole in your pocket then you can take a look at the vendors' stock. You can get yourself a drink in a shell to immerse yourself in this tropical paradise and even get yourself some jewellery to take home with you.
If you'd like to feel the rush of seeing the ocean from the skies then Cabbage Beach, on Paradise Island is the place for you. You can take part in the parasailing on offer here and feel the adrenaline pump through your veins as you soar above this marvellous landscape. What's more is that the setting sun breathes new life into the beach as the party crowd take to the sand. If you'd like some solitude then you can take a stroll to the east where you will find far less people. You can also finish off a thrilling water-skiing session with a calm swim in the beautiful water.
While Nassau may serve as a gateway to the untouched Out Islands and their pristine beaches, there is still a lot to be said for New Providence Island's coastline. Junkanoo Beach is the perfect example for where convenience and beauty combine to create a fantastic destination. There is a thriving culture that fills the atmosphere of this man-made beach with an excited buzz. You can also take a break from the sun in one of the many beach huts that serve food and drinks. The soft, white sand, crystal clear water and wonderful atmosphere make a visit to Junkanoo Beach one of the best things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
Excursions to the Bahamas Out Islands
While most people know Nassau and the New Providence Island, many are unaware of the Bahama's Out Islands. These islands actually make up 84% of the land mass of the archipelago, meaning that if you've only visited Nassau, you've just scratched the surface. In fact, once you have enjoyed a few Nassau Bahamas excursions, you will mainly view Nassau as a tourist hub. Nassau certainly has some truly amazing beaches and sights, but all of these pale in comparison to the treasures of the Out Islands. The Out Islands are entirely unspoilt. You will often feel as though you are the first human to leave footprints along the beaches of some of the islands. This is due to how pristine they truly are. Day trips from Nassau to Pig Island, however, will show you that you certainly aren't the first being. And new for 2020 is the new Swimming with Pigs website which is your ultimate guide to everything to do with Bahamas Swimming Pigs!
To enjoy one of the day trips from Nassau to Pig Island is to give yourself one of the most unique experiences that this world has to offer. The name given to this island is quite simply because of the population of Exuma pigs here. These are not, however, ordinary pigs, the Exuma pigs are swimming pigs. As the boat arrives in the shallows on your day trips from Nassau to Pig Island, dozens of pigs will swim out to meet you. The Exuma pigs have become so popular that they're now at the top of the list of all the Nassau Bahamas excursions.
Read our Guide to visiting the Bahamas Swimming Pigs from Nassau or our guide to Pig Beach.
There are several other attractions in the area that are worthwhile to visit. Thunderball Grotto, the cave used in the filming of the James Bond movie 'Thunderball'. Visiting the Bahamian Rock Iguanas and the Tropic of Cancer Beach. All of these attractions revolve around one island in particular, Staniel Cay. While staying in Nassau may give you access to a great deal, there's nothing quite like the freedom of staying at the Staniel Cay Yacht Club in the Out Islands. Having direct access to each of these attractions at your leisure gives you an unparalleled sense of exploration and adventure. If staying on Staniel Cay sounds like something you'd want to do, be sure to take a look at our Staniel Cay article where you will find all the details for making your dream vacation a reality.
Book a Day Trip from Nassau to the Swimming Pigs with Bahamas Air Tours.
All the excitement of the Nassau Bahamas excursions can really tire you out. Take a day trip to Harbour Island and unwind. Enjoy the world famous Pink Sand Beach and some of the Bahamas' clearest turquoise water. You can't help but to sit back and relax. The best part about this tour is that you get to enjoy a full day soaking up the sun's rays.
Take a ferry to Harbour Island direct from Nassau in the morning and return in the afternoon. If you'd like to do some exploring while you're on the island itself, then hire a golf buggy. This way you can tour the island at your own pace.
While it may be the largest in the string of Out Islands, Cat Island is one of the most untouched. Named after the notorious pirate Arthur Cat, it's clear that the island has a rich and exciting history. While everything may seem relatively unspoilt, this large island actually has as many as 1500 residents. The diversity of Cat Island is staggering, offering something for everyone. Beautiful, quiet beaches welcome all who are looking to relax. Wildlife enthusiasts can visit the incredible Bat Caves. Descend into the murky darkness as you hear hundreds of bats squeaking and flapping as they look for a place to hang. If you're looking to do some sightseeing, then the salt lakes and the plantation ruins are for you. Cat Island is an excellent place to visit during your tour of the Bahamas' Out Islands. Its marvellous diversity puts it near the top of the list of Nassau Bahamas excursions.
What makes almost all of these Nassau Bahamas excursions more exciting is that you will be travelling by speedboat. With the wind whipping through your hair as you surge through the sparkling water, you can't help but feel exhilarated. While there are plenty of things to do in Nassau Bahamas, travelling to the Out Islands gives you a sense of the real Bahamas, untouched, unspoilt and exceptionally beautiful.
Rum Tasting at John Watling's Distillery
John Watling was another pirate that roamed the Caribbean in search of riches. While very little is known about him, John Watling has become a well-known brand of rum that can be found throughout the Bahamas. During a visit to Nassau, you can stop in at the John Watling Distillery and learn more about the development and fermentation process of the molasses.
Certain parts of the distillery are over 200 years old and to add to this fascinating preservation, all the rum that is produced here is made entirely by hand. Each bottle of rum is hand bottled and hand labelled just as it would have been done back in 1789. You will learn about the process of making rum during your visit. These rums are fermented and distilled from hand-cut sugar cane molasses. The rum must remain for at least 5 years in the white oak barrels to achieve the perfect flavour that it is so well-known for.
A visit to the John Watling Distillery will also allow you to take a free, self-guided tour of the estate. You can visit the storehouse and watch the hand-bottling process and have a look at the numerous white oak barrels. You will have the chance to taste the 'Spirit of the Bahamas' pale, amber and Buena Vista rums, as well as a Red Turtle Vodka. After all the tasters you may just want to have a full drink. In this case, you can go to the Red Turtle Tavern and enjoy a delicious Bahamian cocktail.
Rum tasting is just as particular as wine tasting. Distinctly different flavours, colours and aromas all provide a different experience. Treating yourself to the traditionally flavoured artisan rum is one of the best things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
Enjoying artisan rums in an 18th-century mansion in the Bahamas is an experience that everyone should try. Rum has always played such a big role in the history and culture of the Bahamas, whether it be in barrels on Blackbeard's ship or in the marvellous taverns spread throughout Nassau. To visit this site is to immerse yourself in the rich and diverse Bahamian culture.
Tru Bahamian Food Tour
A brilliant way to discover Nassau Old Town is on foot with a guided food tour where you get a chance to experience some real authentic Bahamian cooking! I joined the bites of Nassau tour operated by Tru Bahamian Food Tours, with our local guide Captain Ron showing us around the back streets of Nassau. The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and makes stops at a number of restaurants, kitchens and food stalls, whilst navigating the Nassau Old Town and many of the historic monuments featured in our walking tour.
Our first stop was at the Bahamian Cooking, where three generations of one family have run this authentic Bahmian Kitchen, where we taste conch fritters and a selection of Bahamian appetizers. But it's not just food that is tasted on this tour, we are introduced to the Bahamian tradition of the "Switcher", a sour orange drink that by adding alcohol (usually Rum) to, becomes what's known as a "Switch-up". At the Towne Hotel's Talking Stick Bar we are given a round of Planters Punch to try, which more recently has become known as the Bahamamama cocktail. Keep your eye out for Max, a Bahamian coloured parrot which has inhabited the lobby of the Towne hotel since 1985.
With a detour past government house into the Heritage Village, this food tour takes us into the expansive and lush grounds of the luxurious Graycliff hotel. Look out for the large Indonesian cats in the garden, not to mention the barnacle encrusted sea anchor! The Graycliff hotel is home to it's very own chocolatier with a chocolate factory and gift shop, which features a chocolate tasting stop on the food tour.
The Bahamian Food Tour is a fun, interactive and tasty way to spend the morning learning more about Bahamian Culture and History; One of our top things to do in Nassau. Tru Bahamian Food Tours run food tours around Nassau throughout the day and evening.
Rose Island Day Trip with Sandy Toes
Picture your feet strolling across soft white sand on a tropical island with turquoise blue waters that fill to the horizons with swaying palm trees in the gentle breeze. This is the Sandy Toes Rose Island experience. One of the top things to do in Nassau, Rose Island is a quick day trip from Nassau Old Town. A boat leaves the waterfront at the Margaritaville on Paradise Island for the short 30 minute sailing to the long thin island called Rose Island. The geography of this small island is intriguing, the southern side is surround by steep cliffs with the northern side blessed with white sandy beaches.
The Sandy Toes experience transports you to their private island getaway on Rose Island where their star attraction is their stunning beach home to Nassau's first Swimming Pigs (Read more about the original Bahamas Swimming Pigs at Pig Beach in Exuma here). Their pet pigs live behind the beach and have their feeding time on the beach and in the water – que photo opportunity for guests with swimming pigs!
Sandy Toes is more than just a stunning beach adorned with relaxing guests in their hammocks and wooden beach loungers. Their island retreat includes a restaurant (where the inclusive buffet lunch is served), beach bar and clubhouse, gift shop, lookout tower and lush tropical gardens (look out for the nesting chickens!). But it's on the cliff side of the island that the real magic can be found; A small stretch of reef lives in the shallow blue waters here and on my snorkelling excursion their (Snorkel equipment included in the tour), I had the opportunity to swim with turtles and tropical fish!
A fun and very well organized day out, that gives you an insight to the Bahamian tropical Island experience is not to be missed. The beaches here on Rose Island certainly trump any other beaches that can be found on Nassau. You'll also be pleasantly surprised by the lack of overcrowding on this day trip; they only take 100 guests per day, and the Sand Toes property is large enough to carve out your own private slice of paradise for the day.
The Sandy Toes day trip operates daily from Nassau to Rose Island. Hotel transfers included in the price.
James Bond: On Location with 007 in the Bahamas
While many people relate the landscapes of the Bahamas to pirates and the popular films the Pirates of the Caribbean, Hollywood has taken a shine to these locations for a series of other exciting stories. John Watling's Distillery itself was used in scenes from Daniel Craig's first James Bond film, Casino Royale. At the time of filming (2006), this building was known as the Beuna Vista Estate and has since been transformed into a distillery. During your visit to John Watling's Distillery, you will find a sign commemorating the filming of Casino Royale and the role that the building played.
The Bahamas are certainly not strangers to the James Bond film industry. Over the years, as many as 4 James Bond films have had scenes from this archipelago. The first film was 'Thunderball' in 1965 with Sean Connery taking up the role of James Bond. This production introduce the beauty of the Out Islands to the world. It also gave the name to a grotto near Staniel Cay which is now known as Thunderball Grotto. Roger Moore was the next Bond to visit the Bahamas in 'The Spy Who Loved Me' in 1977. Giving the world another taste for the beauty of the Bahamas, this film featured the city of Nassau on New Providence Island. Sean Connery then reappeared as Bond in 'Never Say Never Again' in 1983. Scenes from this film were also shot in Nassau. This shows us again what a significant role this marvellous city has played in the film industry. Casino Royale was later filmed in 2006 with Daniel Craig picking up the Bond legacy.
Arawak Cay: Tourist Fish Fry
When it comes to the incredible Bahamian culture, the first thing that springs to mind is the fantastic food. Nassau's busy streets are packed with local restaurants and stalls, all offering delicious, Bahamian style meals. Seafood unsurprisingly features in almost every dish. Arawak Cay, known by Nassau locals as 'The Fish Fry' is one of the very best places on New Providence Island to taste this country's legendary cuisine.
One of the main ingredients that make the Bahamian food in Arawak Cay so unique is conch. Once you pry open the shell of this ocean mollusc you will find a juicy, firm white meat. The meat is delicious even when uncooked. However, the skilful hands of the cooks at Arawak Cay will grill, fry or chop the conch. Combining it with spices and salads to create irresistible flavours. You will be offered a range of different dishes, including conch fritters, cracked conch and conch salad, each with their own unique flavour.
A visit to Arawak Cay on New Providence Island is one of the best things to do in Nassau Bahamas. This is because of the incredibly friendly atmosphere and fresh ocean air. These combined with the delectable food make for an unforgettable experience. Naturally, conch is not the only sea creature served at Arawak Cay. The range of fresh fish that are caught from nearby waters will have you spoilt for choice.
Arawak Cay is known most famously for its cultural attractions, festivals and events, and of course for its food. However, there are few places on New Providence Island better for enjoying a Kalik beer. Developed and brewed in the Bahamas, Kalik beer is a lager made in Nassau with 5% alc./vol.
If you're looking for an afternoon of fun, excellent food and a cold drink in your hand, then Arawak Cay is for you. You can watch as general festivities erupt around you in the Bahamian style of bright colours and dancing. To visit Arawak Cay and immerse yourself in the Bahamian culture should be at the top of your list of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
Potters Cay: The Local's Fish Fry
Whilst Arawak Cay is more of a touristy Fish Fry and has large restaurants like Twin Brothers, Potters Cay is the real authentic Local's fish fry! Located at the bottom of the bridge that connects Nassau and Paradise Island (opposite Margaritaville, but on the Nassau Side). This is where the locals come! You can get cracked Lobster (deep fried craw fish) and fries for $16, and Kalik beers from $3, so it's not only the best value on the whole of New Providence but also you get to taste the local Bahamian style of cooking.
Bahamas Junkanoo Festival
A cultural tour of New Providence Island would not be complete without experiencing a Bahamas Junkanoo festival. The Bahamas Junkanoo festivals are full of colour and movement. While they're clearly very entertaining, there is much debate as to how these festivals came about. Some believe that it originated from the West African Prince known as John Canoe. This is also supposedly how the Bahamas Junkanoo festival got its name. Other's believe it has French origins. The most popular belief is that it has to do with the loyalists in the 18th century giving the slaves 3 days off a year. The slaves would celebrate and dance around on these days, which may have given birth to this festival.
So what is Junkanoo? It's basically the Bahamas version of Carnival! Whilst much smaller inscale than more famous carnivals like that of the Rio De Janerio Carnival, what Junkanoo lacks in prestige it surely makes up for in authenticity and intimacy.
Racks of stadium seating line the main street, Bay Street, in downtown Nassau. It's a ticketed event, with seats starting at $16.80 for those closest to the start line and then rising in price to seats worth $50 at the judging end of the parade at Parliament Square.
The Bahamas Junkanoo Festival is one of the most entertaining and vibrant displays of culture in the world. It takes place on Boxing Day, New Year's Day and during the summertime (Bahamas Independence Day, 10th July) and every Saturday evening in July. The Bahamas Junkanoo festival is really not to be missed. Ensure that your visit lines up with one of the annual festivals. You'll be treating yourself to a performance unlike any other. The streets flood with men, women and children all dressed in brightly coloured clothing to celebrate.
Which Junakoo Parade is the Best?
The best Bahamas Junkanoo is in Nassau on Boxing Day (although confusingly it starts at 10pm on Christmas Day). From my experience this was far busier than the New Years Day parade in terms of crowd and atmosphere, although the parades from dance schools are different on Boxing Day vs New Years Day. For that reason make sure you buy tickets from the Junkanoo Ticket Office atleast a day in advance.
Paradise Island
Paradise Island was not always as well developed and full of attractions as it is today. It was known as Hog Island until 1962 when the island's first resort complex was built by Huntington Hartford. It would later be known as the Atlantis Bahamas resort. This construction set in motion a series of new developments that eventually brought Paradise Island to the place that it is today. To get to Paradise Island, you will have to take the bridge linking it to New Providence Island. This short trip will give you great views of the hotels and facilities up ahead, with the Paradise Island Atlantis Bahamas Resort making the biggest impression.
To visit the Paradise Island Atlantis Bahamas resort is to treat yourself to luxury like almost nowhere else on earth. The impressive buildings tower over the small tropical paths. Every inch of the resort echoes the Atlantis theme. Turquoise waterways surround you at all times. Atlantis Bahamas Resort is not, however, just accommodation. It also features a waterpark, casino, aquarium and swimming pools to ensure an unforgettable visit. The exceptionally tasteful theme of Paradise Island Atlantis Bahamas resort carries throughout the grounds. This means a visit here should be near the top of your list of things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
One of the greatest things that a trip to Paradise Island offers is the chance to visit Dolphin Cay. This is an exceptional place to learn about these mammals and the things that they need to survive. It was first developed as a rehabilitation centre to look after 16 dolphins who had lost their habitats to Hurricane Katrina. It has since become a hub of information and rehabilitation for all sea creatures in the nearby areas. A visit to Dolphin Cay is always an educational experience. You can snorkel amongst dolphins, kayak beside them or even just jump into the water and swim alongside them as they twirl and play in the turquoise pools.
You can also pay a visit to the family-friendly Aquaventure Nassau waterpark. This thrilling park will have you surging down water slides cruising on lazy rivers or simply relaxing at the beach. Visiting Aquaventure Nassau allows you to let loose and enjoy yourself in the tropical utopia of Paradise Island Atlantis Bahamas resort. The Atlantis theme is carried through to the park. What's more is that several aquariums are incorporated into the rides as well. This means you'll be thundering down a slide beside a shark tank, or cruising along the lazy river with a view of schools of tropical fish. Aquaventure Nassau waterpark gives you an undeniably immersive experience that you will remember forever.
The great thing about this waterpark is that it isn't excessively overcrowded. Meaning that you can make the most of your time here without having to wait in long lines. The reason for this is because the only people with access to the park are resort guests or cruise ship passengers. What this means for you is that you'll need to spend at least one night in the resort to make use of all these excellent facilities.
If you've had enough of splashing about with dolphins and slides, then you can take a relaxing stroll through the Versailles Gardens. This multi-tiered landscape has a spread of brightly coloured flowers of every shade imaginable. Each walkway intersection has a fountain or statue to enhance the luxurious atmosphere of these gardens. To top it all off, you will also have a chance to walk amongst the remains of a 13th-century monastery that was built in France.
A visit to Paradise Island Atlantis Bahamas Resort is well worthwhile. You will have access to a wide range of incredible facilities, a thrilling waterpark and the fascinating Dolphin Cay. All of these things combine to ensure that every moment that you spend here is an unforgettable one. Due to all these spectacular offers, there's no doubt that a visit to Paradise Island is one of the best things to do in Nassau Bahamas.
Paradise Island Hotels
|Comfort Suites Paradise Island
|Best value choice for Paradise Island! Get free entry to the waterpark!
|The Ocean Club
|Under new ownership
with Four seasons
|The Cove at Atlantis
|Located within the Atlantis Resort
|The Reef at Atlantis
|Located within the Atlantis Resort
Nassau Travel Guide for Cruise Passengers
One of the most common ways in which people visit Nassau is by cruise ship. Since there are so many cruises that are offered in the Caribbean, there is a regular stream of tourists pouring off of these colossal ships. Most cruise ships only stop for the day, which means that if you're a passenger, you're going to have to make the most of your day spent here. Before you arrive, ensure you have a list of things to do in Nassau cruise port so that you're prepared. To make sure you have access to the more exclusive attractions, get yourself a Hilton Nassau day pass. This pass will grant you access to a number of private facilities and beaches that will give your time in Nassau that luxurious edge.
One of the best things to do in Nassau cruise port during your day visit is to go on a walking tour of the city. You can visit as many as 13 different locations along the way that all have fascinating historical stories behind them. Give yourself several hours to do this tour so that you're sure to make the most of each of the attractions. What's more is that a walking tour really allows you to get to know the city and the locals better. You are immersed in the famous Bahamian culture as you tour this fantastic city.
Getting a Hilton Nassau Day pass allows you to access some of the best things to do in Nassau Bahamas. You will be able to take part in kayaking, snorkelling, lounging on private beaches, enjoying the basketball and volleyball courts. You will also receive one free meal pass allowing you to taste some of the famous Bahamian cuisines. The Hilton Nassau Day Pass will also bring you within walking distance of the Straw Market. Here you can browse the stalls and pick up some Bahamian crafts as gifts or souvenirs.
If you're looking to go shopping, then a trip to Bay Street would be the perfect way to spend your day in Nassau. You can buy any number of souvenirs to take back home with you to remember this fantastic trip. You'll also have the chance to buy some cigars to really help set the mood for the ambient evenings on the cruise ship. Be sure to have a look at the duty-free section as well, you may find some incredible deals that are not worth passing up.
Visiting this great city on a cruise ship, even if for just a day, will allow you to experience some of the very best things to do in Nassau Bahamas. You can not only enjoy the culinary delights but tour the city and gain access to private beaches along New Providence Island's stunning coast.
Nassau Travel Guide
The subtropical climate of Nassau means that for most of the year the weather maintains a standard warmth and humidity without much in the way of bad weather. Arriving on New Providence Island is easy because it is home to the country's largest and most well-developed airport. If you're touring the Bahamas on a cruise ship, you'll stop at Nassau's port for at least a day.
Whether you're staying at the Hilton Hotel on New Providence Island or the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island, you will have a luxurious experience like no other. You will have access to world-class facilities that only accommodation like this can offer.
Things to do in Nassau Bahamas
Visiting Nassau on New Providence Island will provide you with seemingly endless opportunities to explore and discover all that the Bahamas has to offer. Pristine beaches soak up the sun, ready for you to lie back and relax. Thrilling water slides, swimming with dolphins and parasailing above the ocean will pump adrenaline through anyone's veins. Exciting excursions to untouched landscapes with curious wildlife and stunning scenery is on offer for anyone looking to satisfy their adventurous side. Delectable flavours and aromas wafting from Arawak Cay is enough to make anyone's mouth water. Rum tasting, visiting museums, exploring impressive mansions, there is almost no end to the things to do in Nassau Bahamas. Not to mention the fact that Nassau provides the perfect hub to visit the spectacular Out Islands.
If you want to find out more about the Bahamas and all that it has to offer, read our Bahamas travel guide and our top things to do in the Bahamas article. You will find these to be informative, giving you excellent insight into planning a trip to this tropical paradise.
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text: I first read this story on a paranormal website. So I decided to confirm it. Imagine my surprise to find it confirmed on Snopes.com. I cannot explain this event other than being a highly coincidental case of cellphone malfunction. Such are the coincidences we are willing to entertain to rule out the paranormal. See what you think: http://www.snopes.com/horrors/ghosts/deadcall.asp "On 12 September 2008 at 4:22 p.m. in California's San Fernando Valley, a commuter train carrying 225 riders collided at a combined speed of 83 mph with a freight train run by a crew of three. In what came to be known as the Chatsworth crash, 135 people were injured (of which 87 were taken to hospitals, 46 in critical condition), and 25 died. One of the deceased was 49-year-old Charles E. Peck, a customer service agent for Delta Air Lines at Salt Lake City International Airport. He had come to Los Angeles for a job interview at Van Nuys Airport because gaining work in the Golden State would have allowed him to wed his fiancée, Andrea Katz of Westlake Village. (The pair had put off getting hitched until they were living in the same state.) This would have been his second marriage; Peck had three grown children from a previous union. His fiancée heard about the crash from a news report on the radio as she was driving to the train station to pick up her intended. Peck's parents and siblings (who live in the Los Angeles area) joined her. Peck's body was recovered from the wreckage 12 hours after the accident. Yet for the first eleven of those hours, his cell phone placed call after call to his loved ones, calling his son, his brother, his stepmother, his sister, and his fiancée. In all, his various family members received 35 calls from his cell phone through that long night. When they answered, all they heard was static; when they called back, their calls went straight to voice mail. But the calls gave them hope that the man they loved was still alive, just trapped somewhere in the wreckage. The barrage of calls prompted search crews to trace the whereabouts of the phone through its signal and to once again look through what was left of the first train, the location the calls were coming from. The calls searchers finally found Peck's body about an hour after the calls from his cell phone stopped. Charles Peck had died on impact. Yet long past his death, his cell phone had continued to reach out to many of those he cared most about, and ultimately led rescuers to his mortal remains. (As far as investigators revealed, they never found Peck's cell phone.) Ironically (and tragically), another cell phone may have played a pivotal role in causing the Chatsworth crash, the deadliest in Metrolink's history. Preliminary investigation revealed the engineer running the commuter train had failed to heed a red signal light, instead impelling his train onto a single track where a Union Pacific freight train coming the opposite direction had been given the right of way. According to teens cooperating with the investigation, they had been exchanging text messages with that engineer as the train left the station and received a final text message from him just before the collision (22 seconds before impact, according to the preliminary timeline worked out by the National Transportation Safety Board)."


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NKY Ventriloquism Museum Announces Date of Final Open House for 2018 Season
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Vent Haven Museum, the world's only museum dedicated to ventriloquism, is hosting its last open house of the 2018 season on Saturday, September 15th, from 1 to 4pm.
Vent Haven houses more than 900 ventriloquism dummies and puppets and is a must-see Northern Kentucky attraction. The open house will feature a live performance by a professional ventriloquist, a hands-on table for visitors to take a quick lesson in ventriloquism, and a silent auction for two sets of four tickets to Jeff Dunham's show in Lexington and Highland Heights.
Vent Haven Museum is located at 33 W Maple Ave, in Fort Mitchell. While donations are greatly appreciated, the event is free to the public.


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Emo kid at heart: Kawtar Azzouzi's darkly nostalgic Spiritual Teens
Originally published January 2, 2018 on Bigmouth Comix.
Bigmouth artist Kawtar Azzouzi's first full-length comic, Spiritual Teens, is a 2017 MICE Mini-Grant recipient and is now available for sale in our online shop!
Azzouzi with a copy of Spiritual Teens.
The 42-page comic is immaculately illustrated in dramatic black and white. Set in American suburbia, the story is a nostalgic look back at what it's like to deal with love, life, and death as a teenager, and is based on true events from Azzouzi's high school days. Consistent with much of Azzouzi's other work, the story explores the romanticization of death, especially the use of death as a means of escaping the cyclical, humdrum nature of suburban American life. It identifies and problematizes the belief that somehow, by dying in a dramatic way, one could become eternally extraordinary, despite having lived an ordinary life.
The comic interweaves lavishly illustrated, romanticized memories of teenhood with a dark, almost sarcastic present. The main characters look back on both their younger years and the present moment with a sense of irony, but also with a certain tenderness and sympathy. We see fragments of the younger selves in the older characters. And for all its indulgent, romantic imagery and language, Azzouzi still maintains a crystal clear, critical understanding of the larger thematic issues bubbling beneath the surface of this narrative, which come across clearly in her storytelling choices.
Spiritual Teens is a beautiful work in all its nostalgic, black and white glory, and kind of begs to be set to an MCR soundtrack. It manages to capture, in a critical and simultaneously tenderhearted way, the "emo" subcultures of the early-mid 2000s. Emotionally raw and pointedly critical, the comic asks us whether it's possible to break out of a cyclical, mundane existence in this lifetime, and definitely leaves the reader with lots to think about.


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Welcome to Northview High School and our 2019-2020 school year. Northview High School is a special place rich in tradition where students thrive and succeed. At Northview, we Resolve to Evolve. Learning is our number one priority and Resolve To Evolve is our Instructional Focus that is tailored to our Northview Vikings. The work done by the entire Northview team has led to our Northview Success Statement:
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Theresa May's new cabinet has performed a U-turn on its highly controversial plans to force companies to list publicly their foreign-born workers.
Home secretary Amber Rudd unveiled the policy at the Conservative Party conference just over a week ago, outlining her plans to curb immigration to the UK dramatically.
Briefing notes seen after her speech suggested that firms could be "required to be clear about what proportion of their workforce is international," prompting widespread condemnation.
On Sunday, a cabinet minister announced that companies would not be forced to publish the lists.
Justine Greening, the education minister, told ITV's Peston programme: "This is not data that will be published."
"This is about informing policy so that we understand particularly which areas and parts of the country there are skills shortages evidenced by the fact employers are not taking local workers as much as they might do," she said.
"It then enables us really to tailor policy in those areas so that we can respond to that, and make sure that people can take advantage of opportunities economically in their area," she added.
The policy was widely popular with the public, but roundly condemned by politicians from all parties.
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said the policy would "fan the flames of xenophobia," Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron said it was a "nasty little policy," and a UKIP MEP suggested the policy could be seen as "fascist."
Responding to the U-turn, Labour's shadow home secretary Diane Abbott said: "The Tories are in disarray following Amber Rudd's worrying statement last week, contradicting each other as their policy falls apart at the seams.
"The Tories' anti-foreigner agenda is a distraction from their own complete failures of policy and against the best interests of society.
"Many sectors risk collapse if the Tories press ahead with these plans on overseas workers: the City, farmers, the NHS, and construction."


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Ashridge Nurseries pledges a future free of peat and neonicotinoids
Bees are essential pollinators
With a keen eye on creating sustainable habitats for British wildlife, Ashridge Nurseries has pledged to ensure that its nursery plants are grown in peat-free composts, and without neonicotinoid-based pesticides.
As one of the UK's leading online suppliers of hedging, ornamental trees, fruit trees and roses, Ashridge Nurseries has a longstanding environmental ethos and believes strongly in enhancing and creating natural wildlife habitats.
We have an established relationship with wildlife organisations, including the RSPB. And many of the nursery's trees, shrubs and plants play a special role in supporting native wildlife through shelter, food and pollination.
In light of recent findings into the sustainability of peat resources and the impact of neonicotinoids on pollinating insects, we have made two very firm commitments to our customers and the environment at the start of the growing season.
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pg_select submits a SELECT query to the Postgres backend, and executes a given chunk of code for each tuple in the result. The queryString must be a SELECT statement. Anything else returns an error. The arrayVar variable is an array name used in the loop. For each tuple, arrayVar is filled in with the tuple field values, using the field names as the array indexes. Then the queryProcedure is executed.
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AvL Technologies has three new strategic hires on its Engineering team.
Ian Timmins, Ph.D., has joined AvL as Principal RF Engineer and is responsible for key research and development efforts. Dr. Timmins previously served as VP of Engineering for Optical Cable Corporation in Asheville, and held a research role at Memorial University of Newfoundland where he obtained his Ph.D. He also has worked for DELL Computer Corp. and Cisco Systems. Ian has extensive electromagnetics and RF antenna experience.
Rich Tarpley has joined AvL as Director of Strategic Product Development. Rich is leading AvL's integration efforts for customer-requested systems integration and for AvL-developed antenna systems integration. Prior to joining AvL, Rich was President and CEO of PathFinder Digital where he managed all technical operations for the company and large government projects. Rich also has served in management positions for Wegener Communications, BitCentral, General Instrument Corporation, COMSAT RSI and Scientific Atlanta. Rich has an Associates of Applied Science Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology from DeVry Institute of Technology and has held Top Secret Clearance for the U.S. Department of Defense.
Wayne Holt recently joined AvL as a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive structural analysis, thermal analysis and design expertise. Wayne holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Texas Tech University and has significant engineering design experience at other satellite antenna manufacturers including ViaSat, ASC Signal (formerly Andrew) and General Dynamics Satcom (formerly VertexRSI). Wayne also worked for Lockheed Martin.


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Rapid, label free assay for glycan identification, accessible for use in medical diagnostics and biomanufacturing quality control.
While glycans hold great promise as biomarkers for several diseases including cancer, technologies that enable rapid and sensitive glycan analysis for diagnosis at point of care settings are not available.
Dr. Margulies and his team from the Weizmann institute of science developed an optical biosensor that is based on combinatorial detection and produces distinct optical signatures for even closely related glycan species.
This invention may be implemented into a single device, which will be simple to operate, to identify many types of glycans in high sensitivity for clinical diagnosis and biomanufacturing quality control processes.
- Point of care biosensor device for routine detection of glycan biomarkers from clinical samples.
- Quality control biosensor device for glycans biomanufacturing.
- Label free, rapid, and easy to integrate into a compact self-contained "point of care" system.
- Highly sensitive due to the combinatorial effect.
- A single compound identifies many analytes.
- Ease of miniaturization for future applications.
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The present invention is based on a multi-sensor array compound which is composed of a non specific receptor (e.g. boronic acid), at least three chromophores and an anchor. The binding event of this compound to an analyte (i.e. carbohydrates, saccharides) is transduced into a measurable optical signature.
The binding of different analytes distinctly affects the emission of each dye, due to direct optical responses of each dye, as well as conformational changes that affect fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) processes among them. Other photochemical processes that further contribute to the discrimination ability of this innovative compound are photo-induced electron transfer (PET) and internal charge transfer (ICT).
The combination of these effects provides a vast number of unique optical signatures. The pattern recognizer evaluates the responses and through predetermined, programmed, or learned patterns, compares the unique pattern or signature of the measurements to stored patterns for known biomarker or chemical species.
Finally, this design is extremely simple to operate and utilizes a single instrumentation, a single excitation wavelength, and a single incubation step, all of which enable straightforward analysis.


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Did you know that a used aluminum can is recycled and back on store shelves in as little as 60 days?
One of the most efficient forms of recycling is aluminum can recycling, with more than 50 percent of the cans produced re-entering the product stream.
Aluminum is a great candidate for recycling because compared to other recyclables like plastics, the quality of the material degrades less during the recycling process, and it can be recycled over and over again.
It's also the most valuable recyclable material. Although by weight aluminum makes up less than 2 percent of the stream of recycled materials in the U.S., it generates 40 percent of the revenue required to keep recycling programs running.
This value provides an economic incentive for individuals and businesses to recycle. The aluminum industry pays out an average total of $800 million per year for empty cans, which goes to organizations like the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Habitat for Humanity.
How can recycling started
Discovered in the 1820s, aluminum is one of the most abundant metals on Earth. It was first used to create all-aluminum beverage cans in the 1960s by Reynolds Metals Co. (now part of Alcoa Inc.), and the easy-open lids made it a popular choice for consumers, creating a strong demand for aluminum can production. By 1967, when Coca Cola and Pepsi began offering their products in cans instead of glass bottles, there were millions of them in existence.
This oversupply — and the waste it generated — led to the first large-scale aluminum can recycling program, initiated in 1968. The process was automated by CP Manufacturing in 1976. U.S. collection grew from 1.2 billion cans recycled in 1972 to over 65 billion cans in 1992, the year that recycling rates peaked.
Requires 95 percent less energy
According to Alcoa Inc., it takes 95 percent less energy to create an aluminum beverage can from recycled aluminum rather than raw materials. And if the aluminum can recycling rate hit 75 percent, we could save 1,286 megawatts of electricity per year — the amount generated by two coal-fired power plants. In 2009, the most recent year for which data is available, the aluminum can recycling rate reached 57.4 percent, with 55.5 billion cans converted back into beverage containers.
"In 2009, over 4.6 million metric tons of aluminum was processed by the U.S. scrap industry saving the energy equivalent of 1.3 billion gallons of gasoline," said Robin Wiener, president of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries. "The data shows that aluminum cans continue to be a valuable recyclable commodity."
Aluminum is definitely in demand, and when cans are recycled, they aren't just turned into new cans. Recycled aluminum from cans is used to create metal goods for industries like transportation, packaging, machinery and construction materials. It's particularly valuable to the transportation industry due to its light weight and strength — the equivalent of 24 aluminum cans can hold up to a 4,000-pound vehicle!
How is an aluminum can recycled?
Once they're collected, aluminum cans are gathered at large regional scrap processing facilities where they're condensed into 30-pound blocks or 1,200-pound bales. Then, they're shipped to aluminum companies like Alcoa for recycling. At this point, the blocks and bales are shredded, crushed, stripped of their labels in a high-heat burning process and loaded into melting furnaces to be blended with new, virgin aluminum.
The molten aluminum is poured into 25-foot-long squared rods weighing 30,000 pounds each and fed into rolling mills that flatten out the metal from 20 inches thick to just one-hundredth of an inch. These sheets, rolled into coils, are shipped to can manufacturers, who deliver the finished cans to beverage companies to be filled with soft drinks and other beverages.
Alcoa Inc. operates one of the largest used beverage can recycling facilities in the world in Knoxville, Tenn., sending all recycled metal from the plant to its adjacent aluminum sheet rolling mill where it's immediately turned back into new cans. Alcoa has announced an aggressive goal to increase the used beverage can recycling rate in the United States to 75 percent by 2015.
One major way Alcoa plans to accomplish this goal is by making recycling and collection more convenient. The company launched a consumer bin grant program that sent 25,000 recycling bins to 18 states in 2009, and also sponsors RecycleBank, the leader in rewards-based curbside recycling.


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This is perhaps the most charming hotel in the city. Located in the theater district and built in 1896 by Daniel Burnham. It served as a steel-and-glass model for the nation's first skyscrapers. The rooms are stylishly decorated and the warm, wood-paneled lobby feels like an Ivy League Library.
This article has been excerpted with the author's permission from the book, "Built To Last: 100+ Year-Old Hotels East of the Mississippi," AuthorHouse 2013. The author, Stanley Turkel, is a recognized authority and consultant in the hotel industry. He operates his hotel, hospitality and consulting practice specializing in asset management, operational audits and the effectiveness of hotel franchising agreements and litigation support assignments. Clients are hotel owners, investors and lending institutions. His latest book is "Hotel Mavens: Lucius M. Boomer, George C. Boldt and Oscar of the Waldorf."
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It was back in October for their track "In Between" that we last heard from electronic duo Christian Rich. Today, they've decided to bless us with some new music and release their newest album SS14.
The project contains 7 smooth tracks in total, and one of those joints has been offered for a free listening stream titled "A1" featuring Rye Rye. The project is available on iTunes now with a limited 12" vinyl dropping July 21 via Lucky Number Music.
Stream the free cut below, and let us know what ya think.
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Come to Jesus Meeting
A slang term for a meeting at which serious topics will be discussed, perhaps with major implications. For example, a manager may have a come to Jesus meeting with an employee to tell her that her work has been unacceptable and, that if it does not improve, she will soon be fired. The term comes from American evangelical Christianity.


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Swamp, Song and White-throated Sparrows were the common species found, but juncos were also present in a few spots and a Lincoln's Sparrow showed nicely in Gardner.
|Swamp Sparrow in Westminster
|A handsome White-throated Sparrow
|Swamp Sparrow (Left) , Song Sparrow (Right)
|Another "Swampy" taking a gust of wind from behind.
|Lincoln's Sparrow (right profile)
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Where We Are Going...
Our focus for the future is strong, and we look forward to the challenges the future holds. Additionally, we hope to:
Continue to contribute to the conceptualization of disability management in business and industry by authoring articles on the subject. We have, over the years, written and published a substantial number of articles on the topic of disability management. Frequently, those articles have suggested innovative approaches to disability management that grew from our experiences. At other times, our contributions have been clarifications and "How-to's" or "Best Practices" in the field of disability and absentee management.
Serve employers and employees as they endeavor to make return to work the rule rather than the exception in work-related accidents. A return to work for injured employees has become the standard for vocational rehabilitation, and we hope to contribute our experiences to the growing acceptance of this critical concept.
Make positive psychology a mainstream organizational concept and accepted business practice.
Continue to develop and make available to employers the methods and materials required to plan and operate effective return-to-work programs. Creating these materials and methods has become second nature to the way CEC functions, and we hope to continue doing so.
Maintain our commitment to offer quality career assessment and vocational counseling to those entering the labor market or making a career change.
Continue to conduct workshops and seminars on issues identified by our clients as being of value to their work.
Strengthen our client relationships and provide more service choices to them.
Seek out more opportunities to be involved in our community.
Improve the effectiveness of our website, especially in terms of disseminating valuable information.
Continue in the never-ending pursuit of happiness for all of our clients and all of our hard-working staff. We firmly believe true satisfaction is the result of fulfilling one's potential, and we shall work mightily to make that happen.
Learn more about our history and our experienced team!
Aaron Ward graduated in 2018 from Temple University with a bachelor's degree in English. He joined CEC Associates on a part-time basis as a Proofreader in November, and in March 2019, he became the Front Office Coordinator. He enjoys writing and also assists with CEC's newsletter, The New Worker.
Beth McLaughlin has worked at CEC Associates since 1996, and she has functioned as the Senior Clinical Assistant. She has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Franklin & Marshall College and extensive background supporting various aspects of conducting vocational assessments.
Lisa Ruth has a bachelor's degree in Human Resources. Lisa has been a member of the CEC staff since 1986, and her role is Human Resources Administrator.
Sarah Sutton graduated from Elizabethtown College in 2011 with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a dual minor in Humanities and Sociology. She then completed her master's degree in Forensic Mental Health at Nottingham Trent University in the United Kingdom. Sarah joined CEC Associates in August 2018 as a Clinical Assistant.
Renee Woodward joined CEC Associates in October 2016 as a Proofreader/Administrative Assistant. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in English from Chestnut Hill College.
Jasen M. Walker is the President and Director of Services at Corporate Education and Consultation (CEC) Associates, Incorporated, a multi-service organization with the mission of preventing and managing human risk factors in the workplace. Dr. Walker has excelled in the fields of education, rehabilitation, human development, personal effectiveness, and business training since 1973. He has had the opportunity to teach youth, parents, teachers, graduate students, human service professionals, physicians, nurses, and lawyers, among others. He currently consults with organizational leaders and members of the legal community regarding issues related to occupational disability and risk factors that result in employee lost time. He has become a well-known expert in forensic matters having to do with vocational disability and residual employability.
Dr. Walker has authored several dozen articles and a compendium of papers speaking to organizational reform in managing workplace disability. He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in Science, Counseling, and Educational Psychology. He is a Diplomate with the American Board of Vocational Experts and a Clinical Associate with the American Board of Medical Psychotherapists. He is certified as a Managerial Mediation Trainer, Rehabilitation Counselor, Case Manager, and Disability Analyst. He has been a Vocational Expert for the U.S. government since 1979, and Dr. Walker is licensed as a Professional Counselor and Rehabilitation Counselor. Dr. Walker is frequently invited to speak to members of medical societies, legal groups, businesses, and other professional organizations.
Esther V. Weiss is the Vice President and co-founder of CEC Associates, Incorporated, and has been active in the field of human services since 1977.
Initially, Esther worked as a Mental Health Professional with a neurologically impaired population. In addition, she provided family and individual counseling services. Since 1981, she has worked as a rehabilitation counselor, case manager, vocational counselor, supervisor, and manager.
She holds an undergraduate degree in Social Services and a graduate degree in Counseling Psychology. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Case Manager, a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, a Diplomate for the American Board of Medical Psychotherapists, a Diplomate for the American Board of Disability Analysts, a Certified Managerial Mediation Trainer, and a Vocational Expert for the U. S. Department of Labor, Social Security Administration.
Dina McAfee is the Operations Manager at CEC Associates. She has an undergraduage degree in Telecommunications Management from DeVry University, and in December 2009, she completed her MBA with a concentration in Accounting.
In December 1998, Dina began her tenure at CEC as the Front Office Coordinator. She continued with CEC as the Proofreader/Administrative Assistant in early 2000, and by 2003, she was the Administrative Supervisor for the office. With her experience and drive to continue her education, Dina became the Office Manager.
Amanda Sizemore is a Vocational Evaluator, Psychometrician, and Supervisor at CEC Associates, Inc. She is an International Psychometric Evaluator for which she is certified through the American Board of Vocational Experts. She is a Disability Analyst and Fellow certified through the American Board of Disability Analysts. She graduated from Cabrini College in 2008 with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Philosophy. She obtained her master's degree in Psychology from Villanova University in 2010. Amanda joined CEC Associates in May 2010 as a Clinical Assistant. She became the Clinical Assistant Supervisor in March 2014.
CEC Associates, Inc., began as a result of Jasen Walker and Esther Weiss's mutual desire to test the challenges of entrepreneurship and improve on their individual experiences working for a national rehabilitation organization. Jasen and Esther met in the early 1980s when they both worked for the Philadelphia location of a very large company that had offices in a number of cities throughout the country. In 1983, Jasen and Esther resigned from that organization with the goal of starting a more customer friendly company that could provide its clients with a number of customized rehabilitation and disability management strategies.
What We Have Learned After More Than 30 Years...
First and foremost, we have learned that those companies that practice proactive disability management generally have a significant advantage over those companies that do not. Well-managed companies practice proactive disability management, and disability management carries major rewards for employers and employees who embrace and practice it.
There are two tangible advantages of aggressive disability management: cost containment and employee loyalty. While the cost containment factor is key for all employers, the loyalty and dedication of their employees is also an essential aspect of business development. Employers who are concerned about and supportive of their employees do not advocate this relationship simply because it is fiscally prudent to do so, but because it is farsighted and practical. Employees who recognize that their employers are genuinely concerned about their well-being (and the well-being of their families as well) reward employers with near total commitment to the company's goals.
While all companies need to keep focused on their central mission, CEC has always felt a responsibility to share its knowledge and experience not only with its client base, but with the broader community as well. For this reason, CEC assisted Villanova University in developing a master's level rehabilitation counselor curriculum. CEC has planned and conducted workshops in critical topics surrounding disability awareness and management, competent vocational assessment, career change, and positive psychology. The New Worker is one of the longest-running newsletters in the country that deals with both public and private sector issues related to disability management and other human factors in the workplace.
In more than 30 years, CEC has educated rehabilitation counselors, risk managers, nurse case managers, lawyers, physicians, insurance adjusters, employers, and the general public on topics such as: Conflict Resolution; the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); Workers' Compensation and Family and Medical Leave Act Integration and Compliance; Disability Prevention and Management; Disability Etiquette; Job Accommodation and Modification; Career Change; and Disability Proneness. While sharing and distributing information, we have, perhaps inevitably, learned more than we have taught others, but we look forward to maintaining our continuing education commitment and ultimately our dialogue with those interested in reducing the financial and human costs resulting from occupational disability and the unfortunate misconceptions associated with it.
CEC Associates was born and began receiving case management and vocational rehabilitation assignments from employers and law firms throughout the northeastern region. In 1986, Dr. Walker's forensic services also became available to law firms in Dade and Broward Counties of southeastern Florida.


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Warm smell of trees, fresh greenery, softtone woods that surround the Suite - is it possible to come up with better decor provided by nature? The natural holiday in the forest-style restraint involves in detail, the muted palette of soft, natural materials. Ideally, forest wedding will be inscribed in the forest landscape, but when he is not at hand, it is easy to recreate the right atmosphere in any place. This publication contains the best design ideas of the forest celebration - be inspired to your health!
Where to organize a wedding in the style of a fairy tale forest?
Muted color palette with brown orgreen tones or, conversely, as a deep dark berries, natural materials, a lot of leather, wood, herbs, fruits and flowers - all this will help to recreate the atmosphere of a magical forest, if you find a suitable site. Dispatched deaf thickets in search of places of celebration is not necessary. Choose to celebrate a spacious meadow at the hostel or in a country park. Remember that the closer to civilization, the easier it will host the organization.
Forest wedding is held directly on thenature or in a nearby restaurant with views of the forest. Particular attention should be paid to table decoration - a variety of colors and wood elements will enhance the enchanting atmosphere of the forest. Floral design should be based on pot plants, using cut. If you found a nice clearing, it can seat guests on it, and a wooden screen to dissociate itself from the bustle of civilization.
If you have decided to arrange a celebration in the forestthe territory of a country restaurant, then take care of the presence of natural materials for decoration, plant compositions. To further deepen the theme of the wedding, use of the composition with small birds, mushrooms, butterflies, elves and other magical forest dwellers. Unusual, surprising, very warm and welcoming you arrange a wedding in the middle of the forest country cottages or rented houses from the wooden frame.
Visiting the marriage ceremony, held inforest, forever remembered for the newlyweds and guests. To arrange a wedding the newlyweds have to take care of the delivery of wedding arch-type accessories, carpet, table, recorder, etc. To extend the celebration of forestry for a few days, it is better to rent houses in the camp. Relax in a picturesque place, open-air banquet - perfect for a themed wedding.
Images of young and visitors to the forest-style wedding
Forest style ceremony involves the creationdelicate images that are close to nature. This careless tresses, soft waves, floral wreaths, flowing styles of dresses, bouquets forest, delicate makeup, relaxation and no official, businesslike rigor. Guests should be forewarned about the topics of the upcoming wedding, so they can think about their outfits. Bridesmaids can dress up in the same airy dresses that will look very well on the photo.
Wedding dress for bride and groom
Image Suite Forest weddingcelebrations in many ways echoes the rustic style. In appearance, it is desirable to introduce a few details relating to the nature, such as an armful of flowers interspersed with forest, fern branch or boutonnieres for hairstyles, jewelry made of bone or wood. For the bride a wedding dress fit a simple Empire style or straight cut. It is necessary to avoid the pretentious, sophisticated decor, shocking, because in the forest theme will look more organic thin fabric flying, simple lace.
Hairstyle bride at a wedding should belight, simple in execution - a wreath decorated with flowing hair, all kinds of disheveled tresses carelessly curled hair, loose bunches. Makeup follow in golden brown tones. Eyes are allowed to emphasize the green. If your wedding style is dominated by forest berries color, make emphasis in the make-up of the same tones, for example, berry lips.
The groom is dressed in a classiclightweight style, and the informal. Permissible to dilute the image of hats, leather jackets, denim shirts, bright ties and other attributes that are relevant to the forest theme. Shod bridegroom at a wedding Forest style is like cowboy boots, Cossacks, lace boots, shoes, casual style.
Dress code for the bridesmaids and guests
Invitees should support forestfocus celebration. Notify them in advance of the wedding format, indicate the approximate dress code. Suggest a visiting certain colors of dresses, paying special attention to the bridesmaids' dresses. Interestingly on the girls will look beautiful hairstyle with flowers, wreaths, so the girlfriend will look like wood nymphs. This will give you the opportunity to stunning photography. Children at the wedding forest style dress up with pleasure as forest elves, fairies and other fantastic creatures.
Design ideas in the forest-style wedding
When making a wedding Forest style is necessarythe maximum use of natural materials. Common items here will look a whole new way. Wood saw cut easily turn into a menu, room tables, nursery card, stands for desserts and cakes, candle holders and other items. Moss serves as a background for the scheme seating guests, decoration material seats and chairs, the track for the table. Feathers, fern, pine cones, feathers, berries - all play a role, provides a framework for forest-style wedding.
Complimentary for guests
The images of plants, animals, natural materials,warm green and brown tones should predominate in the wedding printing forest style. Invitations may be in the form of simple postcards with wood texture and drawings, executed as if by hand. You can choose something a little more complicated, for example, appropriately decorated with a decorative box, inside of which is a nest with a scroll.
Venue of the wedding ceremony
Wedding dinner timber threads could run insideTent, where you need to think through entertainment area for guests. For example, in one Arrange competitions in archery, the other - burning wishes of the newlyweds on a specially prepared for this wood Spili, third - drawing owls on slate tablets in the form of silhouettes of birds. Organize fotobudku Interestingly, the pictures of which will be a souvenir for guests.
The space, which will host the wedding foresttheme, decorate with unusual lamps made of twigs, moss voluminous letters, colored paper pompoms. Excellent idea - the decor fit into the surrounding nature have, for example, hang a chandelier with candles on the tree.
The color palette of the forest-style wedding can bemuted or very colorful, berries of all hues, such as blueberry and violet, orange cloudberry, cranberry red, cranberry, burgundy and shades of blue of the sea. Zone easy to arrange the wedding ceremony ribbons main wedding color, hang them on the branches of trees. back of the chair as making multi-colored ribbons.
Decoration of the holiday table
For the wedding style is ideal for forestryunvarnished wooden table, where the material does not look too well-groomed, home. Must create the impression that the trees are cut down for him recently and hastily put together logs nails. Dear crystal ware is irrelevant, choose ceramic painted plates, wooden saucers. To decorate the table stand under a nursery cards can serve cones.
The backs of chairs decorate with garlands,multi-colored ribbons. Table bridal wedding style decorate the forest tracks that support the theme - wooden planters. If the triumph of bright berry colors, express their bright orange chrysanthemums, purple hydrangeas, purple and burgundy roses, juicy shades floral berries, sprigs of pistachios. Cones, logs, moss, greens - all the wealth of forests suitable for table decorations.
The bride's bouquet
Wedding bridal bouquet may includeferns, wildflowers, berries, branches, twigs. The larger, bulkier composition is, the better. Bouquet should embody all the natural resources, seem as if he had just torn down in a forest glade. Decorating the wedding song of the forest there is no sense of style, limit dense ribbon lace, leather lace.
A wedding cake
A fitting end wedding Woodland styleCake will be in a rustic style of rough sponge cakes with fresh fruit, berries. In addition, the main delicacy can be a real work of confectionary art with painted glaze, cream-colored flowers and leaves, images of animals and birds. Stand for cake and other sweets can be cut of a tree.
Accessories for forest wedding
An interesting accessory at a wedding Forest stylecan become animal horns. Use them to decorate the space, combining with fruits and flowers. For guests prepare a small candy boxes. Considering the style of wood, elaborate gift, for example, honey, homemade jam with a commemorative plaque with your names and wedding date. Superb wedding accessories will serve as wood, moss, burlap, vines, rocks, climbing plants, lamps.
Theme wedding photo shoot
Forest will give you a stunning background for weddingphoto shoots, special feeling of romance, privacy. These pictures will be soft, sensual. The tranquility of nature will help you to relax, free to pose for a photograph at a wedding. Walk through the forest, find a beautiful clearing, trees, fields of flowers. To make a photo shoot in the mystery of the forest theme, you can use special effects and bring a pair of owls and a smoke machine.


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Meet our Washington D.C. intern, Sergio!
Name: Sergio de Hoyos Irizarry
College: George Mason
Major: PhD in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering
Project Site: Washington D.C.
Background: I was born and raised in Puerto Rico. This small island in the Caribbean was my home for 23 years before I moved to the United States. There is a reason why people call my home "the island of enchantment", and I was blessed to have experienced its beauty during my childhood and young adult life. Clear water and clean sand beaches, year around warm tropical weather, dry forests and tropical rainforests, bio-luminescent bays, an amazing cavern system are some of the most wonderful places I've ever encountered in my life. A rich latino history, Spanish colonial architecture, culture and cuisine complements with nature in such a way that it makes you feel in paradise.
I've always been interested in math, science and how we can use the skills learned for building a better world. Aggravated by current environmental issues and a desire to learn how to conserve nature and our natural resources for future generations I decided to pursue a degree in Civil Engineering/Environmental and Water Resources Engineering. I graduated in 2010 with an undergraduate degree from the University of Puerto Rico. In 2011 I was granted a fellowship from NOAA CREST at City College of New York to pursue graduate degree in the same field while doing research in the field of atmospheric sciences using satellite data. This summer I will be graduation from my Masters degree and will continue my education with a PhD at George Mason University.
-Summer 2011: Student Researcher, Earth Science and Environmental Systems NOAA CREST Summer Bridge Program-New York, NY
-Summer 2012: Watershed Resources Assistant, USDA Forest Service-Washington, DC
-Fall 2012: WFWARP Intern, USDA Forest Service-Washington, DC
-Spring 2012: Civil Engineer Intern, DOI Bureau of Reclamation-Denver, CO
Interests: Visiting the outdoors, reading, writing, music, history, and learning.
Long-Term Goals:
-Complete a PhD degree in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering
-Become a Licensed Professional Engineer
-Work for a Federal Agency that shares my values on environmental stewardship, natural resources conservation and sustainable development
-Perform high level research and teach future generation of scientists and engineers what I've learned
-Advocate for a higher ethnic diversity in STEM and nature conservation fields, specially in under-represented latino communities.


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