REGULAR EVENTS/SERVICES

ADULT/CHILD ABUSE

Child and Family Services Referral line to help facilitate intake of abused children. ( 278-9111 from 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. After 5 p.m. > 911 for Police to contact on-call social worker.

ParenAnonymous Bermuda <$>P.A.R.E.N.T.S Can your kids really push your buttons? Want other parents to talk to? Come join us September to June Come to a P.A. Group

Parents can freely share their questions, concerns, problems, and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Meet on Wednesdays 6pm to 8pm. Provide a children’s programme by request for age five years & up. Old Woodlands School, Mount Hill, Pembroke, 6 p.m, to 8 p.m. <ingdings-Regular">(<$> 292-6147 or 292-6148 Meetings are held from September to June, closed July and August.oalition for the Protection of Children<$> Advice for anyone concerned about or who suspects a child is being abus 24-hour hotline (<$95-1150. Confidentiality assured.

Physical Abuse Centre <$>Housing and recovery support for abused women andeir children. 24-hour hotline service 297-8278.

CHILDREN/YOUNG PEOPLE

Bermuda Islands Association of the Deaf<$> offers: 1. Professional consultants in deaf education. 2. Educational consultation/counselling for parents of deaf and hard-of-hearing children. 3. Tutoring for deaf/hard-of-hearing students. 4. Sign language classes. 5. Teletypewriters (TTYs) and other communication signallers for the deaf/hard of hearing for sale/rent. Membership: anyone with genuine interest in deaf community’s welfare. Fee: monthly $10, yearly $90. Further irmation: Fax/TDD 238-8116 or e-mail biad[AT]therock.bm.

Bermuda Rainbow Guides<$> TUESDAYS: After-school activities for girls aged five to seven. Introduction to Guide Association, St. Mark&#7;s Church Hall, Smith’s,p.m. Further information: (<$> 292-0675.

Bermuda Riding for the Disabled Ltd.<$> MONDAY TO FRIDAY at Windreach Village, 57 Spice Hill Road, Warwick. Equestrian therapy programme for children with special needs. Volunteers required in all areas, particularly during the school day. Horse exience unnecessary but helpful. Donations welcomed. Further information: <$f"gdings-Regular">( <$>238-7433, fax 238-7434.

The Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAuring school year: Kids’ clubs (primary school students), Boys and Girls Clubs of Bermuda <$>(middlenior school students), 3 Angle Str, 4.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. Further information: (<$> 292-1343.

Committee of 25 Handicapped Children<$> Registered charity providing aid for handicapped children. Furr information: (<$> 292-4324 between 8.30 a.m. and 12 noon Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday.

Leche League of Bermuda<$> Free information, encouragement and support for pregnant/breastfeeding women. Further information: (<$> 236-1120.

Tae Durham Assn. for Physically Challenged Children Liaises with other charities to help disabled children whose everyday needs are otherwise unmet by onavailable from larger charities. Also supplies food to needy households with children. Donations appreciated. Further information: Ivan I. Smith (<$> 238-2865, pager 298-8778.

St. George’s Community CentrB> MONDAY TO FRIDAY: After-school programme for ages five to 12, 6 Old Military Road, St. George’s, 3 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Further information: (<$><$>297-1754.

Bermuda Riding for the Disabled MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Equestrian therapy for special neechildren. Volunteers required in all areas, particularly during school day. Horse experience helpful but not necessary. WindReach Village, Warwick. (<$> 238-7433, fax 238-7434.

COMMUNITY

The Bermuda College will host a lunchtime fine dining programme in the spect room at 12 noon starting Tuesday September 7 and running until November 24. The last seating is at 12.30. For reservations contact Tiara Symonds at 236-9000 ext 4461.

Harbour Nights every Wednesday evening on Frontreet from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. A variety of live entertainment, horse and carriage rides, late-night shopping, food and arts & crafts.

Association Canadians in Bermuda <$>Regular social events to keep Canadian culture alive. Further information: visit website www.canadiansinbermuda.bm

Bermuda Junior Service League <$>a women|0xb9|s organisation promoting volunteem, developing potential, improving the community. Contact Deborah Titterton Narraway (president) at 332-2575 or e-mail bjsl[AT]northrock.bm.

Bermuda Society fore Blind <$>MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Haade wickerwork, stools, baskets and more sold at Beacon House, Dundonald Street, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Further information: (<$> 292-3211.

Centre on Philanthropy Community resource for volunteers/donors/non-pit groups. Provides registered charities directory, library, newsletter and leaflets, workshops, guest speakers, technical support and advice/referrals. Further information: (<$> 236-7706 or Fax: 236-7693.

Hands of Lovission Camp Hill, Southamp. MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. SATURDAYS: 12.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. 2nd hand clothing/foodstuffs for the hoess/singlarents. Further information: (<$> 238-7368.

Meals on Wheels <$>MONDAY TO WEDNESDAY/FRIDAYS: Cooked meals delivered to seniors, shut-ins. Further information: -Regular">(<$> 236-1815.

New Islanders <$>MONTHLY socials for new female residents to meet other women/participate in sporting/other activities. Affiliate of Internatil Women’s Club. Further information: 291-0387.

P.A.L.S. (Cancer Care in Bermuda) SECOND WEDNESDAY each month: Volunteers’ meeting, 18 Point Finger Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information Wingdings-Regular">(<$> 236-7257, fax 236-7250.

St. John Ambulance WEDNESDAYS: (Beginning February 2005) Cadet meeting for students aged 11 to 16, 5 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. 21 Point Finger Road, Paget. Further information: (<$> 236-7831.

St. George’s Conity Centre Evening programmes, 6 Old Miltitary Road (opp. bus terminal), St. George’s. MONDAY TO THURSDAY 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., FRIDAYS/SATURDAYS 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Further information: (<$> 297-1754.

WindReach Recreational Village<$>NDAY TO SATURDAY: Fully accessible recreational facility at 57 SpiHill Road, Warwick for special needs and able bodied communities. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To book petting zoo tours, sensory room, birthday parties, hall rentals, camp ground (<$><$>238-2469.

Somerset Seventh Day Adventist Church Comity Services Department <$>“Soup Kitchen and thing Distribution between 10 a.m. to 6m. All are welcome.

HOBBIES

Bermuda Bridge Club WEDNESDAYS: 7 Pomander Road, Pag Open 9.30 a.m. 0 to0 master points game 7.30 p.m. Further information: (<$36-3496. During club hours (<$> 236-0551.NVIRONMENT

Bermuda Audubon Society Hotline<$> To report environmental blems (particularly relating to birds) (<$> 292-1920/235-5513.

Bluebird Society<$> HotlineFor assistance with questi/problems (<$> 238-0168.

Bermuda National Trust Hotline MONDAY TO FRIDAY: To report concerns on ironmental matters (<$> 236-6483 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Keep Bermuda Beautiful Hotline<$> To report any littering seen throughout the Island (<$> 295-5142.

EVENT PNING

Bermuda Diary <$>Freeblic servico help event planners avoid conflicting dates. Further information: Call 236-3570 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

>MEETINGS

Kiwanis Club of Sandys SECOND WEDNESDAY each month: Sandys Community Centre, Main Road, 7.30 p.m. Directors’ meeting 7 p Further information: Geoffrey Butler-Durrant (<$> 234-5459//Nelda Symonds (<$> 234-3665.

Paget Lions Club<$> SECOND/FOURTH WEDNESDAYS each month: Hary Club, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information: (<$> 291-2074.

PALS SECOND WEDNESDAY each month: Volunteers’ meeting, 18 Point Finger Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information (<$> 236-7257, fax 236-7250.

Sandys Lions Club <$>THIRD WEDNESDAY each month: HarmoClub, Paget, 6.30 p.m.

Sandys Rotary Club Henry VIII restaurant, South Shore Road, Southampton, 6.30 p.m.

READING

Bermuda College Library DAILY except public holidays. Open to all. Librarians available to assisn various ways. Opening hours: MONDAY TO THURSDAY 8.30 a.m. to 8.30 p.m., FRIDAYS 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m., SATURDAYS 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m., SUNDAYS 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Further information (<$> 239-4033.

<$>Bermuda National Library<$> 12 Queen Street, Hamilton. Sum hours: MONDAY TO THURSDAY 8.30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; FRIDAY 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; SATURDAY 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; SUNDAY 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Further information: (<$> 295-2905

CedarBridge Academibrary MONDAY TO FRIDAY during school year. Open 8 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Librarians available to assist in various ways. Parents of CBA students may check out books for reading pleas/professional growth.

Mobile Library Service<$> schedule (<$> 295-2905.

SENIOR CITIZENS

St. George’s Joy Club FIRST/THIRD WEDNESDAY each month: Meeting, St. George’s Community Centre, Barrack Hill, 1 p.m. Further information: Althea Doiling (<$>297-0913.

Golden Hour Club FIRST/THIRD WEDNESDAY each month: Meeting, Peace Lutheran Church Hall, South Shore Road, Paget, 10 a.m. Further information: (<$> 236-6353.

SIGHTSEEING

Anglican Cathedral Tower <$>MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Spectacular views of Hamilton and beyond, Church Str, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets: $3 available at Cathedral shop.

Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo/Bermuda Zoological Society DAILY: Wildlife from oceanic islands in exhibits designed to inspire appreciation/care of island environments. Gift shop. Snacks. Ope a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admissions 4 p.m. Daily guided facility tour 1.10 p.m. Admission: adults $10, seniors and children $5. Under fives free (Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Members free with valid admission card.

Bermuda Botanical Society Visitors’ Centre MONDAO FRIDAY Open 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., Botanical Gardens, Paget. Free tours: TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS year-round, 10.30 a.m. weather permitting. Further information: (<$> 236-5291, fax 236-8970.

Bermuda Institute of Ocean Studies WEDNESDAYS: Free tour including laboratories, grounds, research vessels (when docked), plus history/ongoing projects. 10 a.m. weather permitting. MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Gift shop open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Further information: (<$> 297-1880 or visit www.bbsr.edu

Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute: Uncover the mysteries of the sea at the Bermuda Underwater Exploran Institute. Witness one of the World’s most impressive shell collections collected in the deep waters surrounding Bermuda and around the world, by Bermudian Jack Lightbourn. Visit one of Bermuda’s finest collections of artifacts in the Teddy Tucker Shipwreck Gallery, and take home a unique souvenir from Oceansft Shop. Open: Daily 9am - 5pm, 10am - 5pm weekends (last suggested admission 4pm) Closed: Christmas Day Phone: 297-7314 Fax: 236-6141 email: info[AT]buei.org website:www.buei.org

Bermudian Heritage Museum TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY Corner of York/Water Streets, St. George’s. Contact museum for opening hours. Admission: $4. Seniors/students aged seven and up $2. Children undseven free. Donations welcomed. Group to pre-arranged. Gift shop. Further information: (<$> 297-4126.

Bermuda Historical Society Museum MONDAY to SRDAY: Check with museum for operating hours. Former home of Perot family now housing large collection of Bermudiana inc. portraits, furniture, silver, ship models and clocks. Par-la-Ville Park (adjacent Perot Post office), Queen Street. Open weekdays. Admission free, donations appreciated. Tour groups by appointment. (<$> 295-2487.

Bermuda Lecture and Tours <$>Guided walking tours providing introduction to Bermuda’s history, architecture, wildlife. Further information: (<$> 234-4082.

<$>Bermuda Maritime Museum at Dockyard <$>See exhibits: 500 years of local history and culture on display in military buildings of the 6re Keep citadel, including the award winning restored Commissioner’s House. Bastions, cannons, shipwreck artifacts, local watercrafts, maritime art,ectacular views and dolphin encounters are all found in Bermuda’s largest fort. Check on the Bermuda Maritime Museum website for changing exhibits. Open daily 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 4:30 p.m. Admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, free for members. Museum information tel. 234-1333, www.bmm.bm, e-mail marmuse[AT]logic.bm.

Bermuda Nonal Trust Museums: Verdmont<$> TUESDAY TO SATURDAY: Early 18th-century mansion featuring many Bermudian pieces, china and portraits. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. Tucker House<$> MONDAY TO SATURDAY Mid-18th century home commemorating prominent Tucker fam, Water Street, St. Gee’s. Displays include tribute to Joseph Rainey, Bermuda barber/first black US Congressman; exemplary 18th century portraits, furniture, silver; archaeological exhibit; authenticalfurnished kitchen. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. Globe Hotel:<$> Exhibits documenting Bermuda’s role in American Civil War. Horic video. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5.

Combination ticket to all three museums $10, students $2 (ID required for collegtudents); BNT members free with valid membership card. National Trus> HQ<$> MONDAY TO FRIDAY: ‘Waterville’ — 18th century house off Pomander Road, Paget. Two reception rooms and gardens open to public 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission free. Note: <$>The Bermuda National Trust owns other historic homes and nature reserves. For information on visiting these properties (<$> 236-6483 Monday to Fay.

Bermuda National Gallery WEDNESDAYS: Lunchtime lecture series, 12.30 to 1.30 p.m. Further information: (<$> 295-9428 or visit www.bng.bm

Bermuda Rose Society Repository Garden<$> DAILY At ‘Waterville’ (Bermuda National Trust HQ), Pomander Road, Paget. Admission free.

muda Railway Museum & Curiosity Shopther informat: (<$> 293-1774

Bermudian Heritage Museum TUESDAY TO SATURDAY Corner of York/Water Streets, St. George’s. Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission: $4. Seniors/students aged seven and up $2. Children under seven free. Donations welcomed. Group tours pre-arranged. Gift shop. Furt information: (<$> 297-4126.

Craft Market at Dockyard<$> DAILY: Cooperage Building opposite Bermuda Maritime Museum, Dockyard, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local crafts sold/daily demonstrations. Further information: (<$> 234-3208.

Fort St. Catherine<$> DAILY: St. George’s, 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Admission: adults $5, children under 12 (must be accompad by adult) $2.

Gibbs Hill Lighthouse DAILY (except month of January): Lighthouse Hill, Southampton, 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Spectacular views of the South Shore and Great Sound. Admission $2.50.

St. David’s Island Historical Society Carter House 17th century house believto be oldest dwelling in St. David’s. Features history of St. David’s Island and its people, at Southside. Open April to October on TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. SECOND SUNDAY each month noon to 4 p.m. Admission $2. Further information: (<$> 293-5960.

St. George’s Society Museum: 18th Century dwelling displaying antique furniture/paintings. Printery features aentic reproduction of 14th century Gutenburg printing press. Kent Street. Open daily except weekends. From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Admission: $2 for children and $5 for adults.

St. George’s Lodge<$EDNESDAYS: The Old State House, King’treet, St. George’s, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission free.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Alcoholics Anonymous WEDNESDAYS: Young and the Restless Group (closed) St. Paul’s Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 5.30 p.m. Non-smoking. St. Anthony’s Church hall, Warwick (open) 8.30 p.m. Non-smng. Further information on AA (<$> 297-0965 or visit website: www.aa.bm

Narcotics Anonymous WEDNESDAYS: Freedom group (closed, no smoking/eating), 2nd floor, Wesley Methodishurch, Church Street, 7 p.m. Further information: (<$> 293-0999.

SPORT/RECREATION

The Centre <$>WEDNESDAYS Jiu-Jitsu with Dr. Alvin Lee (studio), 5.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bermuda African Dance Co. (studio) 6 p.m. Free computer lessons (Latchkey) 6 p.m. See Tarik Bean. Also, basketball/pool/table gamesfoozeball/air hockey 5.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. All at 3 Angle Street. Further inforion: (<$> 292-1343.

Mid-Island Striders Track Club MONDAY TO THURSDAY Training for teenagers and up, National Stadium, Devonshire, 4 p.m. to 4.45 p.m. Further informatioBill Euler (<$><$>799-2455.

SUPPORT GROUPS

The Hangar Boutique located in the lower level of the Mid -Atlantic Wellness Institutformerly St. Brendan’s Hospital). Open Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.Open to all, wheelchair accessible. All proceeds to programmes amenities for clients.Contact: 236-3770 ext 3208. No clothing dtions taken during last week of November to second week of January.

Bermuda Stroke & Family Support Group <$>THIRD WEDNESDAY each month: Meeting, Confnce Room, 1st floor, King Edward Hospital, Paget, .m. Further informationark Selley (<$> 236-0037.

Gay Men’s Supportoup <$>WEDNESDAYS Provides nurtur support to self-reflect, gain strength and create community. Further information: 295-0002 or email gmsg[AT]northk.bm.

Institute for Child and Family Health <$>Support groups for children and their families who have sered the effects of psychological trauma. Further information: (<$> 295-1150.

Just Between Us MONT: Informal self-help sort group for women who have had breast cancer. Further information: Marian Holland (<$> 295-3051 orisy McMaster (<$> 292-1522.

Lupus Association of Bermuda<$> For information: Margaret Wade, support coordinator (<$> 234-1080, Amanda/Gladys Dill (<$> 293-07

Reach to Recovery 24-hour support line for women in any stage of breast cancer. (<$> 236-4563.

Sickle Cell Foundation<$> For all whose lives are touched by this disease. Further information: Ivena Laurenceo (<$> 293-8778 (days), 293-2317 (evenings).<

Women’s Resource Centre Support for victims of rape and sexual assault. (<$> 295-7273.

S.T.A.R.<$> Support for ple who are HIV-positive or who have AIDS, and their families. Further information: (<$> 292-5941.

THRIFT SHOPS

Bargain Box WEDNESDAYS: Clothing for all ages, jewellery, books, household items. Serpentine Road, Pembroke, 10 a.m. to 4 p.mroceeds to Committee of 25 for Handicapped Children. Also open Fridays and Saturdays.

The Barn MONDAY TO SATURDAY receiving books/clothing and household items from receiving 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Sales days Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All at 53 Devon Spring Road, Devonshire. Proceeds to the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda. Further information: (<$> 236-5.

Salvation Army Thrift Store TUESDAY TO SATURDAY: 2nd hand clothing, furniture and more. To donate furniture in good condition (<$> 292-8107 and we will collect. All other items to be dropped off at our King Street location between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays. Hours of operation: 10 a.m. to 3.45 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays.

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