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Six Senses Zil Pasyon: The Seychelles island resort that’s reintroducing native wildlife to the surrounding environment – City A.M.

Posted: July 8, 2017 at 4:35 am

Two of Felicite islands landscape gardeners wave as they scoot past me in their electric tractor, and I am caught, yet again, intently photographing giant boulders. Im becoming obsessed.

Ive been on this Indian Ocean island hideaway a few days already, but still Im captivated by its ancient rocks. They have the all the drama and character of the iconic stone heads of Easter Island, yet their stark granite humps are untouched by the hand of man, carved over millions of years by the elements into slitted mouths, rounded backs and striated armour. If the world suddenly shook, they would surely awaken, rise and amble off.

These rocks, our waymark as the pilot and I arrive by helicopter from the main island of Mahe, form the unique natural architecture of the islands only occupier, Six Senses Zil Pasyon (Isle of Passion) resort and residences. The British architects constructing the 30-villa resort have sensitively incorporated these monsters, creating a sense of space and privacy, the palm trees, natural vegetation and landscaping softly contrasting with their eternal solidity.

And I am right to be awestruck. For these rocks have a story to tell, which unfolds as I hike to the uplands with South African ecologist Steve Hill. Sporting Crocodile Dundee-style tropic-wear and brimmed hat, Steve knows everything there is to know about Seychellois flora and fauna.

He explains that the rocks stand out so starkly against the lush greenery not only because of their size but because the granite heats up in the equatorial sun to such a degree that plants and lichen cannot live on them. And to understand their origins gives a clue to the uniqueness of the Seychelles archipelago.

These rocks are the exposed remnants of the southern hemisphere supercontinent, Gondwana, predating Pangaea. These are the only oceanic granite islands on the planet, hundreds of millions of years old, in existence when life was merely primordial soup.

Re-establishing the natural ecology of neighbouring Fregate Island, with its population of free-roaming native giant tortoises, was a project Steve had worked on for more than a decade. With that under his belt, he has brought his encyclopaedic knowledge to Felicite.

His work here started a decade ago, but the global economic downturn caused the total redevelopment of the former resort to stall. Steve and his small team of Kenyan landscapers managed to carry on while the future of the island hung in the balance.

Eventually Six Senses took it on, and Steve is a fan of their long-term, softly-softly approach to returning the island to its roots. As he says: The ecology of the island is being painstakingly restored using my local knowledge and the now tried-and-tested methodology to re-establish wildlife habitats on a larger scale.

Six Senses Zil Pasyon, barefoot luxury at its high-design, low-impact best, is now fully open, with the completion earlier this year of its spectacular ocean-view spa constructed within and around, of course, a jaw-dropping giant boulder field.

Rates for a Seychelles private island experience can run into several thousand pounds per night, but Zil Pasyon compares very favourably with the rest (although food and drink are, as usual, reassuringly expensive).

The private residences, 28 in total, are in gradual, phased construction. These, plus the resort comprising two small-scale restaurants, a bar, kids club, landscaped infinity pool, lounge terrace, lawns, boutique, library, adventure centre plus beaches with secret hammocks and oversized lanterns wafting droplets of light from ancient branches will cover fully one-third of the island. The rest is newly established Seychellois habitat, now actively growing.

The next step is to start the long process of re-introducing the endemic birds that have long since vanished from Felicite. The first re-introduction will be the Seychelles paradise flycatcher, to be followed by the Seychelles magpie robin, the Seychelles white-eye, Seychelles fody and Seychelles warbler.

It has been arduous work over many years to remove the alien plant species that dominated the island. On our hike, which Steve regularly joins when his schedule permits it, we ramble to our destination: a tropical glade with giant rocks, lush ferns and soaring palm trees. Bark and dry leaves crunch underfoot. I can smell the humidity. Bees buzz.

If you have been to the Seychelles archipelago, you will know of its famous coco de mer nut. Shaped like buttocks, it is the largest seed in the world and is highly prized. Where most people see it growing is in the UNESCO Vallee de Mai on the larger island of Praslin.

In this remote glade the coco de mer trees grow wild and tall, clusters of pendulous nuts hanging high among the giant leaves of the female palms, the equatorial sunlight casting dramatic shadows down through the fronds.

For nature lovers, another treat lies in store off the beaten track - an exhilarating 40-minute speedboat ride from Felicite to an island few tourists visit, Aride.

Uninhabited, except for six or seven researchers, included in your landing fee is a hike amid the forests with one of the rangers, who will show you plump white-tailed tropic birds nesting on the ground and clouds of frigatebirds roosting on the cliffs.

Steve calls Aride the seabird citadel of the Indian Ocean, hopefully they will one day be joined by many more.

Carrier offers 7 nights for the price 6 in a Hideaway Pool Villa from 4,555 per person on a bed and breakfast basis.

Price includes return flights with Emirates from Heathrow and return transfers via private helicopter.

To find out more call 0161 492 1358 or visit carrier.co.uk. Book by 25 September.

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Air Seychelles stops flights between Durban and Seychelles – eTurboNews

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Air Seychelles has taken the decision to suspend its service between Durban and Seychelles, effective July 27, 2017.

The performance of the twice-weekly operation and its contribution to inbound tourism in the Seychelles did not meet company expectations.

Roy Kinnear, Chief Executive Officer of Air Seychelles, said: We have taken the tough decision to discontinue our Durban route as the volume of inbound traffic has fallen short of our expectations.

Since being launched, the route has relied on travelers connecting to our Mumbai flight on the way to India, while point-to-point traffic demand to the Seychelles has been lower than anticipated.

The competitive nature of the route and volume of alternative options paired with extremely low fares being charged on the Durban to India traffic flow unfortunately mean this is not a viable ongoing commercial operation for Air Seychelles.

Whilst being a hard and unfortunate decision to have to take, Durban will continue to be served in conjunction with our key codeshare partner South African Airways who offer excellent connectivity between Johannesburg and Durban.

Ambassador Maurice Loustau-Lalanne, Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine, said: In the fast-moving aviation industry, a successful airline has to adapt quickly to changing market conditions, especially a boutique airline such as Air Seychelles.

Tourism is the main engine of the Seychelles economy and, unfortunately, the Durban service did not produce the expected results in terms of supporting the growth of the industry.

Our flag carrier will continue to fly to Johannesburg, the biggest city in South Africa, five times a week, to ensure our people, businesses and governments remain well-connected.

Guests booked on flights to and from Durbans King Shaka International Airport beyond July 27, 2017 will be re-protected on Air Seychelles Johannesburg flights, which are operating as per normal schedule.

In addition, business and leisure travelers will still be able to travel easily from Durban to Seychelles via a short stop in Johannesburg, thanks to a codeshare agreement with South African Airways.

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Bahamas Achievements Admirable Says Minister Pintard at 44th Independence Celebrations in Grand Bahama – Magnetic Media (press release)

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Bahamas, July 7, 2017 Grand Bahama As the country celebrates its 44th Independence on July 10 some of the best and brightest Bahamians have made contributions in many spheres internationally, said Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, the Hon. Michael Pintard during the Flag Raising Ceremony on Friday.

The ceremony is part of the 44th Anniversary of Independence celebrations. Our small national has become the envy, not just of the region but countries around the world who have understudied what we have done in tourism and in financial services. Even in crisis, we continue to prove we are resilient and powerful. In the aftermath of the blacklisting, we produce a cadre of compliance officers who designed one of the sophisticated compliance regimes that assisted this region in getting back on track.

Therefore, this morning as we raise our flag, we salute all those nation builders on whose shoulders we stand, some with title and many with no name or face recognition but, nevertheless, they played a pivotal role in transforming life as we know it in The Bahamas. So, we salute them. We also acknowledge that there are many unrealized dreams that we have set, and there are some stubborn issues that threaten the gains that we have made thus far. This Minnis led government believes that the collective will and genius of the Bahamian people will enable us to grow our economy once again; reduce the high incidences of crime and the high occurrences of non-communicable and other diseases. We are determined to forge deeper relationships with all Bahamians, regardless of their political persuasion, religious differences, differences in race. All of us have to be on the same page if we are to transform this country for the better.

Minister Pintard saluted all those who had the insight and courage 44 years ago who felt it was time for the country to govern its own affairs and sit at international tables as equals.

The pursuit and achievement of Independence on the 10th of July, 1973, was an acknowledgement that we ought to be the main agents, the main architects designing our own future and managing the growth and development of our own country. We accepted the challenge undergirded by our faith in God and the confidence in our collective ability as a people.

Over the last four decades plus, despite all of our challenges, weve accomplished I believe you would agree with me this morning, a great deal as a people. In the international sphere, our voice factored loudly. When we engaged as a global community in the discussion of disarmament, there was a Bahamian chairing many of those sessions, Dr. Davidson Hepburn. In international diplomacy our own Missouri Sherman-Peters impacted the significant work done by the United Nations, and our first Prime Minister, Sir Lynden Oscar Pindlings voice resonated internationally as we dismantled as a global community Apartheids wall and rebuilt in its place, a multiracial South Africa that even today is working to forge a lasting peace.

The country has made contributions all over the world, he said. In academics, we continue to produce multiple Rhodes scholars, scientists that are impacting the world both in technology, just ask NASA and in medicine as we travel throughout particularly Africa assisting on many levels. We have set a standard. Many of our scholars have sat international standardized exams and performed as well, and often better, than their colleagues who hail from around the globe.

We are good as anyone else, anywhere else in the world.

Sons and daughters of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas have caused tens of millions around the world to pause and salute The Bahamas as our flag has been raised in numerous stadiums around the world where track and field took place, in aquatic centres where swimming took place, on the shores even in Regattas. Our amateur and elite athletes have made a difference, have made us proud and have made the world take note.

He added, This morning, we salute all of you who continue to engage in this nation building exercise. Bahamians, those that have chosen to cast their lot with us and have moved to The Bahamas. Diplomats who have worked with us on an ongoing basis, we look forward to working with you to frame a democracy that will be envied.

This years theme, One God, One People, One Bahamas is a most appropriate reminder of the core values that have held us together since Independence.

Also present for the flag raising ceremony, held at the Harold Degregory Complex were: Senator the Hon. Dion Foulkes, Minister of Labour; Senator the Hon. J. Kwasi Thompson, Minister of State for Grand Bahama in the Office of the Prime Minister along with other Members of Parliament, senior government officials and religious leaders.

While the ceremony was taking place in Freeport, Senate president, the Hon. Kay Forbes-Smith was present with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon. K. Peter Turnquest in East Grand Bahama. Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Public Works, the Hon. Iram Lewis and Parliamentary Secretary of Information and Communications in the Office of the Prime Minister, the Hon. Pakesha Parker-Edgecombe were in West Grand Bahama. All three areas held Flag Raising Ceremonies simultaneously.

THE HON. MICHAEL PINTARD, Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture (BIS Photo/Andrew Coakley)

SALUTE TO THE FLAG Senior government officials and officers of the Royal Bahamas Police Force and Defence Force, are seen during the Flag Raising Ceremony of the 44th Anniversary of Independence ceremony on Friday at the Harold Degregory Complex. Shown in the front row from left are: Assistant Commissioner of Police, Clarence Reckley; Andrew Bowe, Senior Lt./Executive Officer of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force and OC of Grand Bahama; and Deputy Commission of Police and OC of Grand Bahama, Emrick Seymour; Senator the Hon. Dion Foulkes, Minister of Labour; the Hon. Michael Pintard, Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture; Senator the Hon. J. Kwasi Thompson, Minister of State

for Grand Bahama in the Office of the Prime Minister and Rev. Peter Pinder, president, Grand Bahama Christian Council.

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Ex-Fresno State-turned-NFL star Davante Adams surprises girlfriend – Fresno Bee

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Yes, the question. The Green Bay Packers wide receiver told his girlfriend they were going to do a photo shoot in the Bahamas. Devanne Villarreal was thrilled, of course,. But while there was a trip to the island in store for the couple, there was no ...

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Cajgc: Bahamas Looks To Improve On 6th Place – Bahamas Tribune

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By RENALDO DORSETT

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THE Bahamas Golf Federation's team at the 2017 Caribbean Amateur Junior Golf Championships teed off competition yesterday at the St Andrews Golf Club in Maraval, Trinidad and Tobago and looks to improve on last year's sixth-place finish.

Following day one, Sophie Anand has been one of the top performers for the Bahamas thus far and finished just one stroke behind the leader in the Girls' Under-13 division.

The current Albany Women's Club champion and Bahamas junior national girls' under-13 champion shot an opening round 85 (+13).

Anand returns to make her second appearance as a member of Team Bahamas and will also look to better her third place finish from last year's CAJGC when she finished with a three-day total of 258 in the division.

Tyesha Tynes is making her CAJGC debut and is currently 12th in the 15-member field.

Haylie Turnquest is locked in another close race for the leader board of the Girls' U-15 division. Turnquest is in a two-way tie for third place with her opening round 83 (+11). Like Anand, she is one stroke behind the division leader.

Turnquest, the Bahamas' junior national champion for her age group, finished second in her division and No.19 overall, the best finish for Team Bahamas at CAJGC 2016 with a total score of 235.

Also in the division, Ashley Michel, in her her fourth appearance at the CAJGC, is currently in eighth place with a 98 (+26).

In the Boys' U-13, Javontae Pinder and Lexander Antoine are also making their tournament debuts. Pinder, the BGF U-13 champion, is currently ranked ninth among 13 golfers with an 89 (+17) and Antoine is at No.12 with a 101 (+29).

Hedge is the reigning boys' under-15 national champion and another young golfer making a national team debut this summer. His opening round 93 (+21) placed him at No.13 in the Boys' U15.

In the Boys' 18-U, team captain Cameron Riley is tied for No.12 with an opening round 80 (+8). The freshman at Florida A&M University finished 10th in his division and 29th overall last year.

Xavier Robinson shot a disappointing 92 (+20) in round one. The 2017 Bahamas junior national boys' champion is in his sixth appearance representing the Bahamas at the CAJGC tournament.

The lone competitor in the Girls' U-18, Inecia Rolle is in fourth place after she shot 86 (+14).

Rolle, a current freshman at Chowan University and a veteran junior national golfer, is also the BGF's national women's champion. She finished 7th in the division last year with a total of 254.

The Bahamas' eight-member team finished sixth last year at the 29th edition of the CAJGC, hosted in Christ Church, Barbados.

Puerto Rico led the field from start to finish and claimed their ninth consecutive title. They were followed by Jamaica who moved up to second from a fourth-place finish in the previous edition.

The Bahamas finished fifth in 2015 in St Croix, US Virgin Islands at the Carambola Golf and Country Club.

The were preceded fourth place finishes in both 2013 and 2014.

The championships are played annually and are rotated among the members of The Caribbean Golf Association.

This team event, first played in Puerto Rico in 1988, is played over 54 holes in three divisions for boys and girls aged 10-17 years.

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Hogan says he opposes offshore drilling as state raises concerns … – Baltimore Sun

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Gov. Larry Hogan said this week he's against gas drilling off of Maryland's coast, and as President Donald Trump's administration considers seismic testing to search for energy reserves, state officials are asking the federal government to more closely study its impact.

The Trump administration last month sought permission under federal wildlife protection laws to use loud air guns to collect data on potential sites for offshore oil and gas production.

"I'm not in favor of offshore drilling," Hogan told reporters Thursday, adding that there are many hurdles before it could come close to reality. The Republican governor had not previously taken a public stance on offshore drilling, which had been shelved under former President Barack Obama. Hogan has sometimes declined to weigh in on Trump administration policies.

Mark Belton, Hogan's secretary of Natural Resources, sent a request to federal wildlife officials asking for a review of how seismic testing could harm whales, dolphins and turtles, commercial fisheries and recreational activity.

Five energy companies had asked for permission to perform the seismic tests, which involve firing intense blasts of compressed air.

Public comments on the permit applications were set to be due Thursday, but the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration this week extended the deadline to July 21.

Belton told NOAA officials the state's "concerns include potential impacts to the commercial and recreational fisheries, and the health and welfare of marine mammals and wildlife.

"Maryland municipalities such as Ocean City and Berlin have also expressed their objections through local resolutions against seismic testing that show cause for further consultation and review," he added.

Domestic energy exploration looked to have a fresh start when Trump signed an executive order in April directing Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke to review a five-year plan Obama signed in the final weeks of his administration. That plan blocked new oil and gas drilling in the Atlantic, from Virginia to South Carolina, and in the Arctic.

Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh has said he would challenge Trump's executive order if he deemed it necessary.

Baltimore Sun reporter Erin Cox contributed to this article.

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UK, Norway to Lift Ban on Offshore Flights of Two Super Puma Helicopters – New York Times

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LONDON Britain and Norway plan to lift a ban on offshore flights using two types of Super Puma helicopters, 17 months after a fatal crash in Norway.

Britain's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said on Friday both countries intended to lift national restrictions that remained in place after European authorities declared the helicopters safe to fly last October.

Europe grounded theH225LP and AS332L2 helicopters, built by Airbus Helicopters, after 13 passengers and crew were killed when the rotors flew off their aircraft in April last year.

The decision to extend the safety clearance to Britain and Norway follows "extensive investigation, testing and changes to the helicopter and its maintenance," the CAA said in a statement.

Flights will not resume immediately, however.

"A plan of checks, modifications and inspections needs to be undertaken before any flights take place," the CAA said.

"It will also be for operators and their customers to decide whether they wish to re-introduce the helicopters to service"

Norwegian oil company Statoil said in December it would stop using H225 Super Puma helicopters for good.

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Life on the high seas for pirates when they set sail to Preston Park … – Darlington and Stockton Times

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THERE will be swashbuckling fun and games when a 40ft long temporary sandy beach, complete with a shipwreck, palm trees, parrots and pirates drops anchor for the summer.

Landlubbers and pirates will be able to enjoy life on the high seas.

Every Saturday, there will also be a chance to meet real-life pirates and mermaids with resident performing arts groups Page2Stage and visitors to Preston Park at Eaglescliffe can take part in a free trail to find the washed-up treasure that has found its way into the museum.

Teesside Seaside will return following the success of last years event which attracted more than 40,000 visitors over the six weeks holiday. The production of the event has been largely down to the hard work of the museums dedicated volunteers.

A Swashbuckling Adventure will be open daily from Saturday, July 22 until Sunday, September 3, 10am until 4pm.

Entry to the event is free with museum admission. A family ticket for two adults and four children costs 5.

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Out To Sea: Small ships offer different experiences – London Free Press

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One size doesnt fit all in these days of huge mega-floating resorts.

More cruise passengers are opting for small-ship cruising with dozens, not thousands, of their closest friends.

Theyre looking at voyages with a few fellow passengers up to several hundred, not multiple thousands that disgorge boatloads of visitors all at once at private islands and ports of call.

These ships include the Tugboat MV Swell for 12 guests and the Schooner Maple Leaf for eight, both from eco-tourism Maple Leaf Adventures of Victoria, B.C., to expedition ships, riverboats and yachts.

Forget, also, the crowds onboard lined up at the buffet, dining rooms, shows and packed shore excursions.

The largest at sea is Royal Caribbeans Harmony of the Seas that can carry a maximum of 6,687 guests and 2,193 crew.

Interest in travelling onboard ships with a smaller passenger capacity is on the rise, says Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

Cindy DAoust, president and chief executive of the industry trade association, said small-ship cruising allows for a unique and intimate cruise unlike any other.

The association has reviewed the small vessel category and has the following observations to help plan that perfect vacation.

Cruise the world

Small ships have the ability to sail to many destinations around the world, some of which are unattainable by larger ships.

They often can cruise along famous and historic rivers while offering themed itineraries that focus on different interests.

As an example, Avalon Waterways Danube Dreams for Beer Enthusiasts is a 10-day European voyage with ale-centric activities onboard and on land.

Avalons Golden Myanmar and the Alluring Irrawaddy cruise takes 36 passengers from Bhamo, near the border of China, along the Irrawaddy River.

Next year, Paul Gauguin Cruises will be the first line to visit the port city of Vairao in Tahiti Iti with its wild coastline, ancient temples, Polynesian culture and incredible surfing.

Tauck is taking travellers to far-reaching destinations ranging from Costa Rica and Antarctica to the Galapagos Islands with a deeper understanding of each destination in association with BBC Earth.

More intimate travel

Seabourn ships have fewer than 300 suites similar to private clubs where travellers share open decks, social spaces and enjoy personalized attention.

At its Caviar in the Surf beach barbecue, staff members plunge into the water to offer guests iced champagne and caviar at a surfboard bar.

The lines cruisers can also accompany the executive chef to the local market to buy products to be cooked in the ships kitchen.

Many large ships travel through the Panama Canal, but small vessels can offer a more intimate experience.

Windstar Cruises offers wet landings and access to ports such as Bahia Drake, Puerto Jimenez, Parida and Bocas del Toro in Costa Rica and Panama for personal experiences.

The lines Barcelona and Grand Prix of Monaco voyage allows cruisers to meet a Formula One racing expert and attend a cocktail reception.

More fun onboard, on shore

Theres no lack of amenities or entertainment with many smaller ships having a crew-to-traveller ratio of nearly one-on-one.

Among the lines are Emerald Waterways, Uniworld for Danube itineraries, Ama Waterways for personalized trips, Silversea Cruises for onboard enrichment programs, Regent Seven Seas for all-inclusive trips, Oceania for meals cooked to order and SeaDream in the Mediterranean.

Top destinations

CLIA reports that 25.8-million people are expected to take a cruise this year, up from 24.2million in 2016.

Top seven destinations are the Caribbean, Mediterranean, rest of Europe, Asia, Australia/New Zealand/Pacific, Alaska and South America.

The CLIA-member fleet is made up of 458 ships with 26 new vessels including 17 river ships added last year.

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Dovecote Cafe owner says response to crowdfunding campaign has been ‘overwhelming’ – Baltimore Sun (blog)

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Dovecote Cafes owners want to stay put in their Reservoir Hill digs, so theyre working to raise funds toward a down payment on their building.

The cafe launched an Indiegogo campaign Monday in a push to raise $30,000 for a down payment on their building at 2501 Madison Ave. Dovecote raised more than $10,000 in the first 24 hours of its campaign, and as of Friday, the fundraiser had amassed more than $20,000 from over 230 backers.

Its just been just so refreshing, co-owner Aisha Pew said. You hope that when you jump someone catches you, and its just been almost overwhelming to watch how quickly people showed up for us.

Dovecote Cafe opened in January 2016, offering baked goods, breakfast, sandwiches and coffee in a community-centered atmosphere.

When Dovecote Cafe opened in January 2016, the owners hoped to approach their landlord after a couple of years and express their intention to buy the building, Pew said. But earlier this year, the landlord gave them the chance to buy it.

We just knew that this was a huge opportunity for us, Pew said. We do a lot of work around intentional community building.

Pew and co-owner Cole, who goes by a single name, decided to crowdfund their down payment and use the fundraiser to highlight how ownership provides more security to small businesses that anchor communities. They wanted to demonstrate their vulnerability by getting stakeholders to picture their neighborhood without Dovecote.

We are very much a community anchor and the idea of us not being here I think really strikes a chord with people, Pew said. It was also kind of a way to tell a story.

The owners hope to build out a patio on the side of the cafe to host events, and bring whats happened inside Dovecote out, Pew said.

The building also includes five apartments.

In exchange for donations, Dovecote is offering perks such as mugs engraved with #TheDovecoteWay ($50), star-studded private dinners ($1,000) and parties with a three-course dinner for 50 people ($10,000).

The online campaign is open for a month.

We love our space. We love our community. We need to be here, Pew said.

The cafe is open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Wednesday; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

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