Focusing on Culture Hub Completion in 2016

After much consideration, we regret to inform friends, supporters and the community that The Chewstick Foundation will not be producing Bermuda’s Good Friday KiteFest or Bermuda’s Annual BEACHFEST Emancipation Celebration in 2016, in order to focus our limited resources toward the completion of the, as yet unopened, Chewstick Culture Hub at 81 Front Street, in efforts to provide a more comprehensive community resource for Bermuda.

These events require significant manpower and investment: financially, administratively, and logistically, and unfortunately due to challenges with funding and capacity, we simply cannot do them. While it is unfortunate to forego these events this year, we hope this will put us in a stronger position to deliver improved and more sustainable community events for 2017 and beyond.

By focusing on The Culture Hub we can provide a safe space for learning, diverse convergence and positive interaction for Bermuda’s polarized community. This tool will create ongoing opportunities to heal age old wounds that stifle collective growth, and will help to fortify and strengthen Bermuda’s creative community. At this time we need to focus on doing all we can to get the doors of the new Culture Hub open. We appreciate understanding, during these challenging times and are grateful for your support over this past year and look forward to increased partnerships, success and vibrancy into the future. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday and encourage people to participate in the season; whether it be flying kites in the neighborhood, joining in the festivities in St. David’s, or enjoying the natural atmosphere at Horseshoe Bay Beach”

We hope to return to Horseshoe Bay in 2017 with a revitalized Good Friday KiteFest and BEACHFEST, and aim to showcase both events as leading examples of Bermuda’s culture, history, entertainment and community.

If you are willing and able to help in the efforts to complete The Chewstick Culture Club, you are encouraged to get involved by calling 292 2439 or emailing info@chewstick.org.

Dept. of Community & Cultural Affairs’ Friday Night Live : Wall Street Band

If you enjoy great music and supporting live, local entertainers, don’t miss the Department of Community & Cultural Affairs’ “Friday Night Live” at The Chewstick Culture Hub! Fridays in February and March will feature local comedians and entertainers as part of the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs‘ Uncover the Arts program, designed to encourage visitors and residents, to explore and discover a wide range of cultural adventures, eco excursions, the rich history, arts, culture and the architectural charm of Bermuda.

The series of events will kick off with a Local Comedy night hosted by Jah and featuring homegrown local comedians King Somner, Gina Love, Nadanja and Eddie G on February 12th and again on February 26th.

Doors will open at 7:00 p.m, comedians will perform between 8:00 and 10:00 p.m. Enjoy a night out with friends to share a laugh while supporting local entertainment and culture in Bermuda.

Date:Friday, February 12 & 26, 2016
Event: Local Comedy hosted by Jah featuring Nadanja, King Somner, Eddie G. and Gina Davis
Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue: The Chewstick Foundation, 81 Front Street (next to Onion Jacks)

On February 19, Uncover the Arts will continue with a fun, soulful evening of music by The Big Chill Band. This is an opportunity to enjoy the fabulous sounds of Kassie Caines, Felix Tod, and Tony Brannon for free!

Doors will open at 6:00 p.m, The Wall Street Band will perform between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m.

Date:Friday, February 19, 2016

Event: Big Chill Band – Kassie, Tony B, DJ Felix
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: The Chewstick Foundation, 81 Front Street (next to Onion Jacks)

Then in March, The Wall Street Band will performing original tunes and musical dynamism, offering a diverse range of vocalists for each of the four Fridays that they’ll be at The Chewstick Culture Hub, 81 Front Street.
Doors will open at 6:00 p.m, The Wall Street Band will perform between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. Enjoy great company while listening to authentic Bermuda sounds and supporting culture and art in Bermuda.

Date:Fridays, March 4, 11, 18 & 25 2016
Event: Wall Street Band
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: The Chewstick Foundation, 81 Front Street (next to Onion Jacks)

Harvard Glee Clubs Return to Raise Funds for Chewstick Culture Hub Renovations

If you like fun, good music and a bit of healthy competition come through to The Chewstick Headquarters at 81 Front Street (between Onion Jack’s and Port o’Call) on Saturday, March 12th at 7pm; The Chewstick Foundation will be hosting a performance and Karaoke Battle featuring the Harvard Krokodiloes and Radcliffe Pitches. This is an event not to be missed as it is the chance to not only see the groups showcase their repertoire of original jazz songs acapella but to also take part in an evening that will move the Foundation forward in its renovation efforts.

The performance marks the fifth year that the Chewstick Foundation has been able to organize an event with a visiting acapella group from Harvard as an extension of their annual tour tradition to Bermuda as guests of the U.S. Consul General, a tradition that had been on going for over 50 years.

The Radcliffe Pitches continue their Champion’s reign for the third year in the Chewstick Karaoke Battle of the Sexes! The Krokodiloes are on task to finally take them down. Come out to give them some encourage or to make a bid for a song that will throw them off their game!
The Chewstick Foundation is happy that both groups will be featured this year and honoured by the tradition of being their first performance for the annual visits for the Kroks and Pitches. Following the groups’ repertoire of songs they’ll be put to the test in a “Kroks vs Pitches Karaoke Battle”. Audience members can make a donation to choose Karaoke songs for any volunteer from the Kroks or Pitches to perform.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear your favorite song in a battle between the men and women of Harvard at an event that is sure to be fun, unpredictable and memorable. The show will begin at 7pm with performances by the Harvard Krokodiloes and Radcliffe Pitches.

Grey Goose Pop Up Lounge at Fairmont Southampton | Thurs., Mar. 10 – Sat., Mar. 12

Unwind in the sleek, sexy, and sophisticated GREY GOOSE Pop-up Lounge! Sip a premium GREY GOOSE cocktail and enjoy live music from talented artists representing Bermuda’s premier performing arts non-profit, The Chewstick Foundation.

Lower Lobby at The Fairmont Southampton | March 10 – 12, 2016 | 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM

THURSDAY, MARCH 10

8:00 p.m. DJ TanZ

9:00 p.m. Olivia Hamilton

10:00 p.m. Jules & Syd | Roots Reggae Duo

11:00 p.m. – 1am DJ TanZ

FRIDAY, MARCH 11
8:00 p.m. DJ Tan-Z

9:00 p.m. John Seymour | R & B, Soul Singer

10:00 p.m. D.I.A. Band | Fusion Band with Bermudian Flavour

11:00 – 1am DJ Tanz

SATURDAY, MARCH 12

8:00 p.m. DJ TanZ

9:00 p.m. Sheri Scott | Sultry Jazz Singer with piano accompaniment

10:00 p.m. The Kings | Acoustic Reggae Fusion

11:00 p.m.- 1am DJ TanZ