May 3-12

Bermuda Musical & Dramatic Societ> Musical: ‘Drood’ (‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’), Daylesford Theatre, Washington Street. Evening performances 8 p.m. Matinees: May 5 and 12 at 3 p.m. No performance May 6. Tickets: $35. Box office hours: April 23-27 5.30 p.m. to 7 p.m., April 30-May 1 5.30 p.m. to 7 p.m. And also one hour before performances. Telephone bookings during box office hours: 292-0848 or online at www.bmds.bm When box office closed: www.boxoffice.bB>May 3

Atlantic Publishing House Premi|0x<$>re of ‘Profiles in Harmony’ (documentary by Minister of Social Rehabilitation Dale Butler about musicians Earlston Smith, Ross Tuzo, Earl Darrell John (Sonny) Phipps and Kenneth Smith), St. Mary’s church hall, Warwick, 8 p.m. Refreshments/raffles. Tickets: $20. Available: True Reflections, Music Box, HoTT 107.5 in BIU Bldg.

The Berkeley Foundan<$> is having a Foundation Donor Dinner. Contact William Spriggs, Foundation Director for more information at 337-0830.

A <$>75th anniversary service, Anglican Cathedral, Church Street, 11 a.m.

Bermuda TB Cancer & Health ‘Partnership in Living Well’ presents Skin Deep, what everyone should know about skin cancer, psoriasis, eczema and acne with Dr. David A. Jones of Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) at 7 p.m. Blood sugar screening and skin analysing from 6 to 6.45 p.m. Health information and refreshments sed.

May 4

Bermuda International Film Festival Choy Aming’s award-winning documentary, ‘My Backyard’, about Bermuda’s marine environment, Tradewinds auditorium, Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, 6.30 p.m. and 8 p.m. 30-minute Q&A with Mr. Aming follows each screening. Advance tickets ($15) available: Bermuda Book Store, Music World (Bermudiana Arcade). Otherwise at the door. Further information: (<$> 293-3456.

Bermuda School of Music Lunchtime Concert series in the multi-purpose room at the Bermuda School of Music from 12 to 1 p.m. with Oliver Grant on Piano, Doug Frith playing alto sax and Shelton Bean on drums. An eclectic mix of jazz and classical favourites. Free admission. Bring youunch.

Masterworks Gallery<$> Handmade Sketchbook and Drawing Workshop for teens and adults, 1.30 to 3.30 p.m., $25 fee. Instructed by Hilary Thorpe, Masterworks current artist in residence from the Isle of Wight. Students will create their own handmade sketchbook and draw in The Botanical Gardens. Space is limited, sign up today. To register contact Masterworks at 236-2950 or edumworks[AT]logic.bm.

Bermuda Rose Society Annual Display of locally grown roses from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens. Open to the public. All are welcome. Their annual general meeting will be held at 3 p.m. Tea for members from 2 t p.m.

May 4 & 5

Bermuda Riding for the Disabled Comedy Night with Jimmy Keys (and local comedians), Fairmont Hamilton Princess. Cocktails 7 p.m., dinner 8 p.m. Tickets: $160 per person, including dinner and show. To book (<$> 238-7433 or e-mail brd[AT]ibl.bB> May 5<$>

Masterworks Foundation Handmade sketchbook workshop for teens/adults by visiting marine/landscape painter Hilary Thorpe, Botanical Gardens, Paget 1.30 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. Fee: members $22.50, others $25. Further information/registration: (<$> 236-2950 or e-mail edumworks[AT]logic.bm

Youth on the Move Bermuda presents ‘A Moment ofuth’<$> - A series of movies and discussions to provide knowledge and enlightenment regarding racial discrimination and proposed reformation in Bermuda, using the South African Truth & Reconciliation Model at 7 p.m. at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. Featured movie: ‘Cry Freedom’. A discussion segment based on the film will be encouraged. Light refreshments will be served. For more information contact Carlton Simmons at 532-9662 or Jahnika Simons at 336-3569.

May 6

LCCA 75th anniversary service conducted by honorary patron Bishop Ratteray, Anglican Cathedral, Church Street, 11 a.m.

Bermuda Motor Sports Park presents St. John’s Ambulance First Annual Race Day at Southside, St. David’s. Gates open at 11 p.m. Racing starts at 12 p.m. Admission for children under 12 $5, and admission for adults, $10. After party at Gombeys. Proceeds donated to the St. John’Ambulance.

May 7

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is offering a Techshowcase. See how technology can help you at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. There will be industry representation from financial services, IT Companies, Cable TV and more. >May 8

L’Alliance Francaise des Bermudes <$>invites all to a French film evening at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute at 8 p.m. The film shown will be ‘Le GoRoman">|0xfb|<$>t des Autres’ France 2000 - 112 miny Agn|0xe8|<$>s Jaoui with Jeaierre Bacri, Anne Alvaro and Gé<$>rard Lanvin. English subtles. Members $4, non-members $7. For more information telephone 333-8983.

May 9

The Garden Club of Bermuda opens ‘Underwood’, ‘Marshen’ and ‘Milford’ on Lovers Lane, Paget. Houses decorated with local flowers and foliage are open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Parking at St. Paul’s Church, 69 Middle Road. Try and take a bus because of the distance from the parking location. Buses 8, 7 & 2 go right past Lovers Lane on Middle Road. Admission is $25 for this afternoon or $80 season ticket, rain or shine. Tickets available at venue only. Proceeds go to Horticultural scholarships annvironmental projects. http://www.gardenclubbermuda.org .

The Bermuda National Gallery<$> lunchtime lecture series continues with ‘Walk Through with John Kaufmann: A Retrospective - Essential Elements 1947 - 2007 h John Kaufmann’ 12.30 p.to 1.30 p.m. $5 for non-members, members free.

May 10<$>

The Seniors Learning Centre <$>at the Bermuda College ‘Better Living Through Learning’ are inviting members and interested people over age 55 to attend the spring Anniversary meeting to be held in the Collegefeteria at 2.30 p.m.. There will be a preview of the fall courses and ac

May 10 & 17

The Bermuda National Trust Heritage Month programme continues with a wool spinning demonstration by Michelle St. Jane at Verdmont Museum in Smith’s. New Zealand sheep’s wool will be s on a traveller wheel. Regular museum admission. $5r adults and $2 for students.

May 11<$>

Warwick Academy 6th Annual Alumni Cocktail Party<$> from 6.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Phoebe Purvis Memorial Hall. Cocktail, hors d’oeuvres, entertaining conversation and reminiscing. Advance tickets $20 or $25 at the door. Tickets are limited. Price includes twrinks. For more information cact Jane Vickers or Cheri Hunter at 236-1917 ext. 28.

May 12<$>

The Bermuda National Trust<$> Heritage month programme kicks off with a museum chat with author William Giles ‘Wrecks, Reefs & Relics’ at 11 a.m. at ‘Waterville’ at 2 Pomander Road, Paget. A look at Bermuda’s legendary reefs with a slide presentation on diving in Bermuda. $10 per person. Limited Seating.

Masterworks Foundation Free talk and painting demo with palette knife and acrylics by visiting marine/landscape artist Hilary Thorpe on location in St. George’s, 1.30 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. Meet at ‘Buckingham’ off King’s Square. Bring folding chair (optional). Reservations: ( 236-2950 or e-mail edumworks[AT]logic.bm .

La Leche League of Bermuda Monthly Meeting Series continues with ‘Benefits of Breastfeeding’ on the firstoor conference room at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. For more information contact 236-1120.

ACE Galleries: (HQ Building): <$>Josip Generalic — the ACE collection of a Croatian naive painter, ACE global headquarters, 17 Woodbourne Avenue, Pembroke. Until end of August. Gallery hours: 10 a to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission free. Groups welcome by appointment (<$> 295-5200 for all information.

Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockya/B> Until May 26. ‘Tactile’ (mixed media). Further information: (<$> 234-2809 or visit website www.artbermuda.bm/home1.html

Bermuda National Gallery Until May 4: 20th Century photographs from Scott Stallard private collection in the education space. Other areas closfor refurbishment until Summer exhibitions open May 10. Further information: (<$> 295-9428 or visit www.bng.bm

Bermuda Society of Arts. Onion Gallery: Until April 25: Bermuda College Art & Design students multi-media show. Onions Gallery: April 27: TechArt - A juried show featuring digitally created art for students and adults. Edinburgh Gallery: April 27-May 16: Untitled exhibition of acrylic paintings on watercolour paper by Barbara Lines Verdie. Upper level, City Hall. Gallerours: Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission free. Further information: (<$> 292-3824.

Commissioner’s House, Bermuda Maritime Museum, Dockyard: Until May 8.

Collection of rare historic lithographs depicting scenes of Bermuda (1841-1848) by Colonel Edmund Gilling Hallowell. Open daily 9:30am to 5pm (last admission 4:30pm). Admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, children, free for members. Museum information tel. 234-1333, www.bmm.bm, e-mail marmuse[AT]logic.bm.

Crisson & Hind Fine Art Gallery: Hand-carved African sculptures by master Shona artists of Zimbabwe, inc. stone heads, animals, abstracts. Second flo Crisson Building, 71 Fr Street. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. (<$> 295-1117, fax 295-1125.

Elliott Gallery <$>Until May 1: ‘New Body of Work’: Amanda Temple (figurative photos and paintings), Shelly Hamill (sculpture mosaics), Gabriela Brunner (sculptures), old Elliot School building, ilee Road, Devonshire. Official opening April 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Gallery hours/further inforion: (<$> 504-3469 or email: kaleidoscope[AT]northrock.bm.

Kafu Gallery: <$>Further irmation: (<$> 295-5238, e-mail info[AT]kafu.bm or visit www.kafuhairandgallery.bm.

Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, Rose Garden Gallery. <$>On untilB>May 10: Milton Hill and Troy Landy: ‘Reunited’ — acrylic paintings, Bermuda cedar carvings, and more. Further information: (<$> 236-2950 or visit website wbermudamasterworks.com

Masterworks at BF&M foyer: Vintage Bermuda travel posters. Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke. Open during normal business hours. Admission free.

Masterworks Foundation at Can House, <$>Botanical Gardens, Paget. Paintings from the Bermudiana Collection. Open Tuesdays and Fridays 12 noon to 2 p.m. Further information: (<$> 236-2950. Admission free.

Masterworks at Colonial Insurance Foyer Gallery: May 4 from 5.30 to 7 p.m. opening reception for Masterworks’ Artist in Residence - Hilary Thorpe who will present a collection of marine paintings inspired by Bermuda at the Colonial Insurance Foyer Gallery, 35 Reid Street in Hamilton. The show runs until May 17. ‘Recenifts and Acquisitions’ (fiscal year 2003-2004) plus Dr. Pesa’s lead soldiers ibit. Open Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission free.

Rock Island Coffee Further inforion (<$> 296-5241.

REGULEVENTS/SERVICES

ADULT/CHILD ABUSE

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

Coalition for the Protection of Children Advice for anyone who is concerned about/suspectschild is being abused. 24-hour hotline service (<$> 295-1150. Confidentiality assured.

Physical Abuse Centre Housing and recovery support for abused women and their 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 (TTYsnd 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 information: Fax/TDD 238-811r e-mail biad[AT]therock.bm.

Bermuda Rainbow Guides<$> TUESDAYS: After-school activities for girls aged five to seven. Introduction to Guide Association, St. Mark’s Church Hall, Smith’s, 6 p.m. Further information: (<$> 292-0675.

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

The Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY during school year: Kids’ clubs (primary students) and Boys and Girls Clubs of Bermuda <$>(middle/senior students) 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Furt information: (<$> 292-1343.

Church Girls’ Brigade, St. Paul’s Church THURSDAYS: Activities programme, St. Paul’s istian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 6.30 p.m. All girls aged five to 14 welcome. Further informat: (<$> 236-0337.

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

La Leche League of Berm<$>Free information, encouraent and support for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Further information (<$> 236-1120.

P.A.R.E.N.T.S. <$>Having trouble with yourildren? You’re not the only one. Meet with other parents and get some new ideas. Further information: (<$> 292-6148.

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

Tae Durham Association for Physically Challenged Children Liases with otheharities 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 always appreciated. Further information: (<$>n I. Smith 238-2865, pager 298-8778.

WindReach Recreational Village <$>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.

COMMUNITY<$>

Association of Canadians in Bermuda Regular social events to meet fellow countrymen/keep Canadian culture alive. Further information: www.canadiansinbermuda.bm

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

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

Bermuda Red Cross Blood Donor CentreURSDAYS: Donor clinic, 1st floor, King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, Point Finger Road, Paget, 1.30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Donors aged 18 to 70 welcome. For appointment (<$> 236-5067.

Bermuda Society for the Blind MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Hand-made wickerwork, stools, baskets and otherems sold at Beacon House, Dundonald Street, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (<$> 292-3211. All proceeds to the blind.

Centre on Philanthropy Community resource providing directory of registered charities, library, newsletter and leaflets, workshops, guest speakers, technical support, and advice/referrals for volunteers, donors and non-profit grs. Further information dings-Regular">(<$> 236-7706 or Fax: 236-7693.

The Centre THURSDAYS: (main ofe) Free legal advice, Angle Street, Hamilton, 5.30 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. Drop-in service only. (studio): Bermuda African Dance Co. 6 p.m. Table tennis instruction/practise 7.30 p.m. Indoor soccer/pool/table tennis/foozeball/air hockey, 3, An Street, 5.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Further inmation: (<$> 292-1343.

New Islanders<$> MONTHLY socials for new female residents to meet other womearticipate in sporting/ other acities. Further information: (<$> 291-0387.

St. George’s Community Centre nGothic-Demi">Evening programmes: MONDAY TO FRIDAY .m. to 10 p.m., SATURDAY/SUNDAY: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Further information: (<$>297-4.

St. John Ambulance Brigade <$>TUESDAYS/THURSDAYS: First Aid/CPR classes 6.00 to00 p.m., SATURDAYS 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m., Point Finger Road, Paget. Further information: (<$> 236-7831.

EVENT PLANNING <$>

FranklinGothic-Demi">Bermuda Diary Free public service to help event planners avoid conflicting dates. Further information (<$> 236-3570 9 a.m. 5 p.m. weekdays.

ENVIRONMENT<$>

Bermuda Audubon Society To report environmental problems (especially in connection with birds) (<$92-1920 or 235-5513.

Bermuda Bluebird SocietyHotline<$>: For assistance with questions/problems (<$> 238-0168.

Bermuda National Trust To report concerns on environmental matters ular">(<$> 236-6483 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.

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

Ministry of the Environment, Parks Department To report any problems on Government-owned parklands or nature reserves: Park Rangers’ office (<$> 236-5902 any time.

HOBBIES, MUSIC

Bermuda Quilters Guild THIRD THURSDAY each month (except July/August), Peace Lutheran Churchll, South Shore Roadaget, 7.30 p.m. Visitors welcome. Further information: Gloria Pearman ( 234-9, Ann King ( 234-2034.

Bermuda Guild of Stitchery <$>FIRST THURSDAY each month (October to June) Working meetings, Peacetheran Church Hall, South Roadaget, 9.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Further information: Kathy Faries ( 295-2. All welcome.

Bermuda Philharmonic Society Orchestra <$>THURSDAYS: Orchestra rehearsal, music department, CedarBridge Academy, Devonshire, 7.30 p.m. Alusicians are welcome. Further information: Dr. Burgess ( 293-4856.

MEETINGS

Altrusa Club of Bermuda THIRD THURSDAY each month, TB & Cancer HQ, Point Finger Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information: (<$> Marguerite Lovell ">(<$> 236-4083 or e-mail altrusa[AT]lobic.bm

Bermuda Bee Keepers Association<$> LAST THURSDAY each month (unless otherwise scheduled), Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens, Paget, 8 p.m. Fher information: Thomas Sincr (<$> 293-4508/Randolph Furbert (<$> 293-0031, cell 292-4611.

Bermuda Institute of Advanced Motorists<$> SECOND THURY alternate months, beginning in January, Peace Lutheran Church hall, South Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. New members always welcome. Further information: Chris Maiden (<$> 298-3295. e-mailecretary [AT] biam.bm, or visit website www.biam.bm

Kiwanis Club of St. George’s FIRST THURSDAY each month: Ebenezer Methodist Church hall, 7 p.m. THIRD THURSDAY St. George’s Club, St. George’s, 7 p.m. Further information: Gary Kent-Smith (secretary) (<$> 292-3033 days.

Kiwanis Club of Sandys SECOND THURSDAY each month: Sandys Community Centre, Main Road, Sandys, 8 p.m. Further information: Geoffrey Butler-Durrant (<$> 234-3937/Sheila Wilkinson (<$> 234-1546.

Bermuda Orchid Society THIRD THURSDAY each month: Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens, Paget 8 p.m. Further information: (<$> 234-2154.

Pembroke Rotary Club THURSDAYS: Breakfast meeting, Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, Albouy’s Point, Hamilton, 7.15 a.m.

Somers Lioness Club<$> THIRD THURSDAY each month: ‘The Last Tee’ restaurant, Ocean View Golf Club, Devonshire, 6 p.m.

READING

Bermuda College Library DAILY except public holidays. Open to all. 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.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 DAILY 12 Queen Street, Hamilton. Bermuda National Library Summer 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. Further information: ( 295-2905