will be holding a support group meeting entitled open to pregnant women and mothers at 10.30 a.m. at the First Floor Conference room at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. For more information telephone 236-1120.

Khalid Abdul-Wasi presents a at St. Paul?s Education Centre from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The speakers will be Julian Hall, David Sullivan, Tom Vesey, Dennis Pitcher and Stuart Hayward. Entrance is free. All are encouraged to come out and participate. For more information telephone 336-7649. People are given two minutes to present their ideas.

presents the at 9 a.m. at the North Field at the National Sports Centre. Races for students ages four to 12. Entry forms available from the Pro Shop Ltd. on Reid Street in Hamilton.

present the at the City Hall Theatre at 8 p.m. featuring the Russell Malone Quartet and Shine Hayward & Friends. Derick Simons will MC the event. Patron tickets are $60, and regular tickets are $50. Tickets are available from 27th Century Boutique, People?s Pharmacy, Caesar?s Pharmacy and www.boxoffice.bm . A portion of the proceeds will go to the Charles Bascome music scholarship fund.

The National Sports Centre, in association with the Bermuda Cricket Board, presents a for all cricket club groundsmen. E-mail bncibl.bm or telephone 295-8085.

in the Neo Griot Lounge at Champions. The open-mic event features the Chewstick Band, poets, singers and other artists. For more information e-mail infochewstick.com, visit www.chewstick.com or ( 504-CHEW. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Amnesty International Bermuda and The Women?s Resource Centre invite you to celebrate They are holding a poetry reading from 7 p.m. at Champion?s Club at 73 Reid Street.

is having a pre-show meeting at 7.30 p.m. at Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens in Paget. The topics: Bathing Demonstration, Grooming Tips, Cage Curtains and Show Information. Close of entries for the Show is March 16. Call 238-0112 or 295-5723 for further information

Department of Youth, Sport & Recreation at Mount St. Agnes Auditorium, Dundonald Street at 7 p.m.

invites all to a French film evening at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) at 8 p.m. The film will be ?Ils se mari?rent et eurent beaucoup d?enfants? (?And They Lived Happily Ever After). English subtitles. Members $4 and non-members $7.

Join us in celebrating the colourful traditions of New Orleans at The Royal Hamilton Amateur Dingy Club. Cocktail party from 7 p.m. followed by a brief AGM. Tickets are on sale at Pulp & Circumstance, Queen Street. $40 to $65 non-members.

lunchtime lecture series continues with John Cox and from12.30 p.m. to 1.30 p.m. Non-members $5.

present ?Trusts ? The Unhappy Heirs?, given by Perry P. Trott, Executive Director, Westport Trust Company Limited from 6 to 7.30 p.m. Members free, non-members $5. RSVP friendstransact.bm or 295-1313. Light refreshments will be served.

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute presents a lecture with Dr. Eric Dewailly at 7 p.m. ?Healthy Ocean for Healthy Humans?. Dr. Dewailly is a Canadian professor at the Faculty of Medicine at Laval University, Quebec, Canada. He is a specialist in Public Health (France and Canada) and holds an MD and a PhD in Human Toxicology. He is internationally recognised for his work among fishing communities, especially among Inuit in the Arctic, dealing with risk assessment and management issues as well as nutritional outcomes. Members $15, non-members $20, active volunteers free. To purchase tickets please call 297-7314.

Department of Youth, Sport & Recreation at Mount St. Agnes Auditorium at 7 p.m.

The Spring Members Exhibition opens at 5.30 p.m. and will remain up until March 17.

A show of art by talented Bermudian artist Angela Ming Bean opened on Sunday. The work was inspired both by Ghana and Bermuda scenes and people. It will remain until March 19. For further information: ( 238-8679 or visit www.bermudashowcase.com.

Located on the corner of King and Reid Streets. Open: Wednesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Winter 2006 Exhibitions Founding TrusteeCharles Zuill Retrospective: The Science of Art. African, Bermuda and European Collections. Exhibitions sponsored by Endurance Speciality. Further information: ( 295-9428 or visit www.bng.bm.

Rebecca Hanson?s Art is now on exhibition in a show entitled Waiting for Rachel. For more information ( 293-7125 or email beccihansonhotmail.com.

The Gallery is currently undergoing renovations so opening hours may vary. Donald Meyer, Masterworks? Artist-in-Residence ?The Triptych ?Tucker?s Town?: The Mark and its Metaphor? in the West Gallery at Masterworks in the Botanical Gardens. The opening reception is today from 5.30 p.m.-7p.m. The exhibition runs through March 24. is a mixed media exhibition opening Friday March 31 at the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art in the Botanical Gardens. It is a tribute to local musicians who have made their mark performing in Bermuda and overseas from the end of the First World War to the last departure of the Queen of Bermuda in 1966.

Words from the Sea?, a collaborative showcase with Bermuda Archives of Royal Navy logbooks and journals from the 1820s to the 1930s, featuring works from the Fay & Geoffrey Elliott Collection, in the Fay & Geoffrey Elliott Room, top floor, Commissioner?s House. Open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Last admissions 4:30 p.m. Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, members free. Museum information: ( 234-1418, 234-1333, or email marmuselogic.bm.

Botanical Gardens, Paget. Paintings from the Bermudiana Collection. Open Tuesdays and Fridays 12 noon to 2 p.m. Further information: ( 236-2950

Child abuse referral line to help facilitate intake ( 278-9111 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. After hours ( 911 for Police to contact on-call social worker. Advice for anyone who is concerned about/suspects a child is being abused. 24-hour hotline service ( 295-1150. Housing and recovery support for abused women and their children. Office: ( 292-4366. For 24-hour hotline service ( 297-8278.

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 experience unnecessary but helpful. Donations welcomed. Further information:(238-7433, fax 238-7434. FRIDAYS: AcFRIDAYS: Ac

tivities programmes at St. Paul?s Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget. Ages five to 11: 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ages 11 to 16 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Further information: David Semos ( 236-9349, cell 336-9769 or visit website http://bermudaboysbrigade.free.bm: FRIDAYS: Meeting, Wesley Methodist Church Hall, Church Street, Hamilton, 7.15 p.m. to 9 p.m. Non-denominational female youth group. New members aged 10 to 18 welcome. Further information: ( 292-0418.FRIDAYS:Animal storytime for children aged two to six with an adult companion, 11.15 a.m. to 11.45 a.m. Admission: BZS members free, others pay regular prices. Pre-school groups must book ahead ( 293-2727, ext. 133. MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Fully accessible recreational facility at 57 Spice Hill 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. Registered charity providing aid for handicapped children. Further information: ( 292-4324 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday between 8.30 a.m. and 12 noon . Having trouble with your children? You?re not the only one. Meet with other parents, get new ideas. Further information: ( 292-6147.MONDAY TO FRIDAY during school year: (primary students) 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. (girls only) 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Indoor soccer/pool/table tennis/foozeball/air hockey 5.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. All at 3 Angle Street. Further information: ( 292-1343. MONDAY TO FRIDAY: After-school programme for children aged five to 12: 3 p.m. to 5.30 p.m., 6 Old Military Road, St. George?s. Further information: ( 297-1754.Liaises with other charities in helping disabled children with everyday needs not met by or available from larger charities. We also supply food items to needy households with children. Donations appreciated. Further information: Ivan Smith (238-2865, Pager 298-8778.FRIDAYSFor boys/girls aged 12 to 18, 1 North Shore Road, Pembroke West (near Pembroke Community Centre), 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Volunteers needed. New members welcome. Further information: ( 292-8167, fax 236-4572.Activities programme: FRIDAYSWellington Baptist Church hall. Ages seven to ten: 6.30 p.m.; ages 11 to 14: 8 p.m. ALTERNATE FRIDAYS, St. Mary?s Church Hall. Ages seven to 11: 7 p.m. FRIDAYS ?Living Waters,? Pitt?s Bay Road, 7 p.m. Ages 14 to 18. ( 292-6365. FRIDAYS: Stonington Campus student centre, South Shore Road, Paget, 4.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Middle/high school students welcome. ( 295-2460.

To report environmental problems (especially in connection with birds) ( 292-1920 or 235-5513. For assistance with questions and problems ( 238-0168. To report concerns on environmental matters MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ( 236-6483. To report any littering seen through the Island ( 295-5142. To report any problems on Government-owned parklands or nature reserves: Park Rangers? office ( 236-5902 any time.

Free public service to help avoid planning conflicting major events. ( 236-3570 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

7 Pomander Road, Paget. Open game 8 p.m. Everyone welcome. ( 236-3496. During club hours ( 236-0551.

LAST FRIDAY each month: Meeting, St. Paul AME Church board room, Victoria Street, 5:30 p.m.

DAILY except public holidays. Librarians available to assist in 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: ( 239-4033, fax 239-4035.Par-la-Ville Park, 12 Queen Street,Hamilton.Winter hours: MONDAY TO THURSDAY 8.30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; FRIDAYS 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. 74 Church Street, Hamilton. MONDAY TO THURSDAY 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., FRIDAYS 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., SATURDAYS 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Further information: ( 295-0487.Open to CBA students and their parents, MONDAY to FRIDAY 8 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Librarians available to offer wide variety of assistance. Parents of CBA students may check out books for reading pleasure/professional growth.For schedule ( 295-2905.

FIRST THREE FRIDAYS each month: Cathedral Hall, Church Street, 12.30 p.m. Further information: Myrtle Seaman ( 292-8576.

DAILY (except Christmas Day): Wildlife from oceanic islands in exhibits designed to inspire appreciation/care of island environments. Gift shop. Snacks. Open 9 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. (293-2727. Botanical Gardens. Paget. MONDAY to FRIDAY open 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS: Tours at 10.30 a.m., year-round weather permitting. ( 236-5291, fax 236-8970. MONDAY to SATURDAY Large collection of Bermudiana, inc. portraits, furniture, silver, ship models, clocks, National Library building (ground floor), Queen Street. Open weekdays. Admission free, donations appreciated. ( 295-2487.: 18th Century dwelling displaying antique furniture/paintings. Printery features authentic reproduction of 14th century Gutenburg printing press. Kent Street. Open Wednesdays only during winter 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Complimentary tea/banana bread. Admission: $2 for children and $5 for adults.ComCommissioner?s House, Bermuda Maritime Museum at Dockyard. 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 marmuselogic.bm. TUESDAY TO SATURDAY: Early 18th-century mansion featuring many Bermudian pieces, china and portraits. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. MONDAY TO SATURDAY Mid-18th century home commemorating prominent Tucker family, Water Street, St. George?s. Displays include tribute to Joseph Rainey, Bermuda barber/first black US Congressman.Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. Exhibits documenting Bermuda?s role in American Civil War. Historic video. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. to all three museums $10, students $2 (ID required for college students); BNT members free with valid membership card.

Uncover the mysteries of the sea at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. Open: Daily 9am - 5pm, 10am - 5pm weekends (last suggested admission 4pm) Closed: Christmas Day Phone: 297-7314 Fax: 236-6141 email: infobuei.org website:www.buei.org 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. Further information: ( 297-4126. DAILY: St. George?s. Open 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Admission: adults $5, children under 12 (who must be accompanied by an adult) $2. DAILY (except month of January): Spectacular views of the South Shore/Great Sound, Lighthouse Hill, Southampton. Open 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Admission: $2.50.

MONTHLY:Informal self-help support group for women who have had breast cancer. Further information: Marian Holland ( 295-3051/Daisy McMaster ( 292-1522. For information: Margaret Wade, support coordinator ( 234-1080, Amanda/Gladys Dill ( 293-0756. 24-hour support line for women in any stage of breast cancer. Further information:( 236-4563.Support for victims of rape and sexual assault. Interested persons welcome. Further information: ( 295-7273.Support group for all whose lives are touched by this disease. Further information: Ivena Laurenceo ( 293-8778 (days)/293-2317 (evenings).For information( 291-5477 voice mail.

FRIDAYS: (closed, non-smoking St. Paul?s Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 5.30 p.m. meeting (open, non-smoking), Turning Point, St. Brendan?s Hospital, Devon Spring Road, Devonshire, 7 p.m. (open, non-smoking), Ebenenzer Methodist Church hall, York Street, St. George?s: 8 p.m ( 297-0965 or visit website ww.aa.bm

FRIDAYS: Better Late Than Never Group (closed except last Friday of month, no smoking/eating at closed meetings), 1st floor, BIU building, Union Street, 7 p.m. Further information: ( 293-0999.

The Bermuda Calendar is a free daily listing of events staged by civic groups, charities, service and similar non-profit organisations. Written entries for the Calendar, which must include a contact number, may be left at any time during the week.

Deadline for any Calendar period is noon on the Friday immediately preceding the Tuesday edition. Entries cannot be accepted after that time. Bermuda Calendar entries to be directed as follows: ( 295-5881 ext. 150, fax 292-2498, or e-mail lifestyleroyalgazette.bm