Successful opening of IMPACT Lynn and Holly Parotti’s Exhibition to run through Dec.16th

Against all the odds of gridlock traffic jams and many other major events taking place on the island, we welcomed many art lovers to Jacaranda for the opening of IMPACT, featuring stunning and interesting new works by Lynn and Holly Parotti .

This exhibition will run through Dec. 16th

Gallery  opening hours are:  Mon-Fri. 1-7pm   Saturday 11-am-5 pm   Sunday closed.

Parking available in the courtyard at the Parliament St entrance just bellow the corner of East Hill St.

for further information please telephone 322-2275.

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The Life Screen Works by Julie Oakes

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Christmas Fair in aid of the Bahamas Humane Society Dec.7 & 8 11am-7pm

 Christmas is coming and you can get your gifts at the Jacaranda Christmas Fair!

 Make a date to meet a friend!  We will be serving morning coffee for the early birds, lunch around the pool, afternoon tea and a wind bar open all day! 

On Wed. 7th from 5-8pm we will have the official opening of Julie Oakes Exhibition.

Other artists on view will be Lynn and Holly Parotti and Bernard Petit.

There will be an interesting selection of gifts on sale to help with your Christmas shopping!

Parking available in the courtyard and short term up at the Post Office.

Looking forward to seeing you on the day!

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Julie Oakes Exhibition Opening Dec.7th 5-8pm

Julie Oakes is an accomplished artist of intentional standing. This exciting exhibition of  8 extraordinary panels, beautifully drawn and executed,  will be on view and available for sale, at Jacaranda until Dec. 16th.  It opens during the Christmas Fair, and runs along side the Parotti Exhibition.  To find out more, please come and see them!

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Lynn and Holly Parotti’s Exhibition Opening Dec.2nd

Jacaranda House on Parliament St corner of E.Hill St.

Opening Dec. 2nd 6-9pm

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1st Jacaranda House Christmas Fair in aid of the Bahamas Humane Society to be held on Dec. 7 & 8.2011

STALL HOLDERS: anyone interested in having a stall, please email us at

<jacarandanassau@gmail.com>    for further information

The event will start at 11 am and end at 7pm each day.

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Black And White Masquerade Gala

Bahamas International Film Festival (BIFF) Fundraiser

The eight edition of the Bahamas International Film Festival (BIFF) is set for December 1st to 4th, 2011 in Nassau. BIFF is very much looking forward to welcoming film industry professionals, emerging filmmakers and international visitors.

You are invited to support and attend an all important fundraiser, BIFF’s “Black & White Masquerade Gala” to be held at Jacaranda House (Parliament Street North) on Saturday, October 1st starting at 7pm.

Masks are obligatory, and if you do not have one they will be available for purchase at the BIFF office and are created by a local artist.

The evening will start 7pm and is expected to be a lively event with live entertainment and a DJ until late. A minimum donation of $ 75 is expected and this includes 2 complimentary Cocktails and Canapes by by ALEXANDRA Catering.

The Bahamas International Film Festival is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the local Bahamian community and international visitors with a diverse presentation of films from around the world. In addition to offering films that might not otherwise be released theatrically in the Bahamas, BIFF will provide a unique cultural experience and set of educational programs and forums for exploring the past, present and future of cinema.

Over the last 7 years BIFF has developed into a prestigious and well-respected event throughout the Bahamas and around the world. Career Achievement Awards over the years have gone to Johnny Depp, Laurence Fishburne, Daryl Hannah, Nicolas Cage, Roger Corman, and Alan Arkin. BIFF has also had the privilege to honour Hollywood’s Rising Stars, Anna Faris, Naomie Harris, and Sophie Okonedo.

Saturday, October 1 at 7:00pm – October 2 at 1:00am
Donation: $ 75.00
Cocktail and Canapes, Catered by ALEXANDRA
2 Complimentary Drinks

DJ & Live Entertainment
Dress Black & White Cocktail
for tickets: 356-5939 or sponsor@bintlfilmfest.com

Learn more about BIFF here

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Island Banana Bread Recipe

1 1/4 cup flour

1 cup sugar

1/2 tsp. salt

1tsp. baking soda

1/2 cup butter

3 ripe bananas, mashed

2 eggs, well beaten

3/4 cup pecans

Work together the flour, sugar, salt, baking soda by hand until “crumbly”.

 

Add the butter, bananas, eggs, pecans and mix all together.

 

Bake at 350º for 45 minutes in a greased loaf pan.

 

Enjoy!

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Conch Salad

Perfect Recipe for Conch Salad

Ingredients

1 lb Conch Meat Chop

1 Large Onion Chop

1 Large Green Pepper

2 8 inch Celery stalks

Half Cucumber

2 Large Tomatoes

2 Ounces Lime Juice

2 Ounces Wine Vinegar

1 Ounce Olive Oil (optional)

One Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce

Half Teaspoon salt

Quarter Teaspoon pepper

Spice up with of Hot Pepper Sauce to your liking.

Recipe

Chop the peppers, celery, tomatoes, cucumber, onions into 1/2 – 3/4 inch pieces.  Combine in a large bowl with the diced Conch. Mix together and add all the remaining condiments listed. Stir well.

If you have time let sit for 3-4 hours before adding the remaining. Keep refrigerated.

Conch Salad always tastes better the second day and keeps for 4 to 5.

Enjoy!

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Nostrum Fabula Event

The Nostrum Fabula event is happening at Jacaranda House tonight. It is going to be a very exciting evening of art, music and literary expressions, celebrating the heritage and stories of the separate yet united Bahamian and Haitian cultures.

The event starts promptly beginning at 7pm.

For more information Click Here.

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