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Sandys Secondary Middle School is holding Hertiage Expo 2007 at Sandys Secondary Middle School from 9.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include maypole, nature crafts, gombeys and more.

May 1>

The Pembroke Parish Council in conjunction with The North Village Trust will be holding a Family Community Connection Day on May 19 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The venue is the street and park area from the basketball court east to the playground. The attached flyer provides information on the activities and games. It is hoped that residents and former residents of Pembroke will take the opportunity to participate in what is expected to be a fun-filled and informative day. Further information may be obtained by calling the event Chairperson Joy Wilson-Tucker at 295-684B>

Heritage Month Talk <$>‘African Diaspora Heritage Trail’ by Ruth Thomas at Barrs Bay Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take a history tour on the bus. Historical points from Hamilton to St. George’s. Tickets $10. Light lunch served. Limited seating. Tickets on sale at the Department of Community & Cultural Affairs.

Somersfield Acade<$>is holding a ‘Raise the Roof’ Annual Spring Fair featuring a magic show, giant slide, raffle, fun castle and much more from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Somersfield Academy on Middle Road in Devonshire.

May 19 & 20

Bermuda Heritage Concert at St. John’s Church at 7.30 p.m. This year’s concert will feature the St. John’s Youth Choir directed by Marjorie Pettit, Leidy Sinclair and Kerri-Lynne Dietz. Tickets on sale at Piano Plus and at the door. Adults $25, and children $15.

M20<$>

Butterfield Bank Art Fesal <$>in the Botanical Gardens - Theme is ‘Bermuda is Another World’. Download an entry form from www.bermudamasterworks.com . A fun day for the whole family with alfresco art, people’s choice awards, quick art, performing arts, children’s activities, food, rain or shine.

The Bermuda Arts Council and the Department of Cultural Airs <$>presents ‘A Bermuda Heritage Concert 2007 conducted by Marjorie Pettit with St. John’s Youth Choir. Leidy Sinclair Playing violin concerto in C Major by F.J. Haydn. Also appearing Kerri-Lynne Dietz, mezzo soprano at 7.30 p.m. at St. John’s Church, Pembroke. Tickets $25 for adults and $15 for children. Available from Pianos Plus (Front Street, Hamilton) and at the door.

Commissioner’s House Open House at the Bermuda Maritime Museum in Dockyard from 12 noon to 4 p.m. See the Commissioner’s House and develop an appreciation for Bermuda’s marine and military htage.

Ebony Fashion Fair<$> is at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess Hotel at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. This final show of the 49th season is hosted by the Progressive Labour Party and the proceeds will benefit PLP’s Continental Society BDA Chapter. Tickets are $100. For information call 292-2264.

May 21 & Jun

Bermuda TB Cancer & Health is offering their annual ‘Sunsmart’ Leaders Training Seminar from 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. at Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre at 46 Point Finger Road, Paget. Summer leaders and counsellors learn how to protect children in their charge from sun damage. Choose from three different dates. Free, but registration required. Telephone 236-0949 for more information.

May 21 2

CURE The Bermuda Race Relations Initiative - The Big Conversation Continues. Part 3 of a frank and open discussion on race relations in Bermuda. Professor Robert Jensen and Dr. Bernestine Singley faciliators. A two-day forum from 8.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. Fairmont Hamilton Princess Hotel. For more information contact CURE at 296-0613 or email cure[AT]ibl.bm .B>May 22<$>

Dance Festival at City Hall from 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. A compilation of performances to honour groups from around the island. Ticketre $15.

May 23<$>

Lunchtime performance by The United States Navy Band steps of City Hall 12 noon. Under the leadership of LCDR R.G. Barrett, director of the United States Fleet Forces Ban

May 23<$>

The Garden C of Bermuda<$> opens ‘Nautilus’, ‘Bridge House’ and ‘Point House’ on Bridge Lane and Wreck Road, Sandys. Houses decorated with local flowers and foliage are open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Parking at Sandys Bridge House Rectory, 3 Middle Road. Bus number 7 and 8 to Wreck Road stop 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 and environmental projects. http://www.gardenclubbermuda.org

The Bermuda Nonal Gallery<$> lunchtime lecture series continues with ‘Oriental Carpets in Art’ with Joseph Galea. 12.30 p.m. to 1.30 p.m. Members free, non-members $5.arbour Night <$>- ‘A Cultural Explosion’ Front Street at 7 p.m. A culture fest consisting of Bermuda’s limbo dancers, local bands and the goys.

May 24<$>

Bermuda Day Morning race starts at 9.30 a.m. Parade starts at 1 p.m. Entertainment showcase from 4.30 p to 7.30 p.m.

May 25<$>

The School of African Lning (Bermuda): <$>presents ‘Expressions of Afrika’ Fashion Show and Dinner. Tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for children and may be purchased at True Reflections, Queen of Sheba Trading Post, Down to Earth, Natural Links and at the door. This cultural event will be held in the Multi-Purpose Hall, BIU, Union Square, Hamilton from 6 to 9 p.m. For more information please contact Sistah Tianja Bean at 737-0489 or 296-7607.

NationYouth Tourism Day<$> - Learn about exciting careers in tourism and network with industry leaders at the BAA Field from 11 a.m. to 4.45 p.m. Lunch will be provided.

May 26

muda Youth Library<$> presents Whistle Stop Adventure. Take a fun train ride and discover the exciting world of oceans, Bermuda history, art and books. Trek through plant life, dive in a shark cave and more from 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. for ages seven to 10 years old. Fee is $10 including lunch. Registration required as space is limited. Contac95-0487.

May 27<$>

The Royal Bermuda Ascot - to aid equestrians travelling to the Pan Am Games from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Ocean View Farm. For tickets and information call Brenda Richardson at 236-1788 or Penny Terceira at 238-0244. Dress to the nines - here is your chance show off your new Rspring” hat.

May 30<$>

The Bermuda National Gallery lunchtime lecture series continues with local writer John Cox on ‘The Urge to Write: Its Rewards, Its Anguish’. He will talk about his personal experiences, and the difference between writing memoirs and cultural history. 12.30 p.m. to 1.30 p.m. Membersee, non-members $5.

June 2<$>

Bermuda Autism Surt & Education Society<$> presents ‘Strategies for Successful Self-Regulation’ with presenter TheraPeeds Inc. instructor Julia Harper at the Bermuda College, New Hall, Room N100 from 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $50 for members and $75 for non-members (lunch included). Registration forms available at Secrets, Washington Mall. For more information contact Tricia Crow at 535-7277 or Thea 236-8307 or by email tcrow[Aorthrock.bm.

June 3<$>

An Evening of Opera Arias & Classics featuring Marcelle Clemens (Soprano) Accompanied by Olga Zeidel & The Bermuda School of Music Consort with Special Guest David France (violin) at the City Hall Theatre at 7.30 p.m. Proceeds go to student bursaries. Tickets are $40 for adults, $25 for seniors and children. Available from the Bermuda School of Music.

Annual Rubber Duck Derby<$> to raise money for Agape House takes place at 2 p.m. on Ordinance Island. Contact the Friends of Hospice Ofe at 232-0859.

June 7<$>

Bermuda National Gallery tnerRe Art Lecture Series <$>continues with Hair in Art Through the Ages: Symbols, Significances, Transformation & ContinuityOri Z. Soltes, Goldman Professorial Lecturer in Fine Arts and Theology at Georgetown University Back by popular demand, author and curator Ori Z. Soltes was guest curator for Inside & Out: House & Home at BNG in 2003. 5.30 p.m. reception; 6 p.m. lectureTickets: $20; Members: $10 .

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. will be hosting the Annual Alpha Beautillion where four young men will showcase their oratorical talent and stage presence as well as some form of non-academic talent. They will also perform a Step Show as the finale. A $11,000.00 in post-secondary education bursaries given out. The event will be held at the Fairmont Southampton Amphitheatre. Tickets are $25.00 and can be obtained from any fraternity member, emailing beautillion[AT]bermudaaalpha.bm or by calling 29162 and leaving a message.

June 16

Bermuda National Gallery BNG Annual Fundraising Gala. Theme: Jailhouse Rock in The Keep at the Maritime Museum. We invite you to Shake Rattle & Roll with The King. Includes dinner, dancing, gambling and silent auction. Fabulous auction prizes. Tickets: $250 per person. For more information cact membership[AT]bng.bm .

June 26

Bermuda National Gallery film evening: Bill Ming Stories of Wood, Wind, Fire 2006, 60 min. Directed and Produced by Andrew Mckay.

In 2004 and the aftermath of Hurricane Fabian, the Bermuda Government decided to commission a memorial to those Lost at Sea. The subsequent was won by Bermudian born and internationally renowned sculptor, Bill Mussey Ming. 5.30 p.m. reception for 6 p.m. Tickets: $15; Members: $5.

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

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

Bermuda National Gallery Until September 7: Summer exhibitions — 1. ‘Essential Elements 1947-2007: John Kaufmann 70th birthday retrospective. 2. ‘Hair in African A#8217;. Further information: (<$> 295-9428 or visit www.bng.bm

Bermuda Society of Arts. Onion Gallery: TechArt — juried show featuring digitally created art for students and adults. Edinburgh Gallery: Until May 16: Untitled exhibition of acrylic paintings on watercolour paper by Barbara Lines Verdie. Upper level, City Hall. Gallery hours: Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., (through December) Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admion free. Further information: (<$> 292-3824.

Commissioner’s House, Bermuda Maritime Museum, Dockyard: ‘32 degrees N 64 degrees W: Approaching Bermuda’ — historic watercolours depicting aids to navigation and approaches to Bermuda by Driver, Seymour and Le Marchant Tupper (From the Fay and Geoffrey Elliott Collection in assn. with the Bermuda Archives). Open daily 9:30a.m. to 5 p.m. (last admission 4:30pm). Admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, free for members. Museum informationl. 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 floor, Crisson Building, 71 Front Street. Hours: 9 . to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. (<$> 295-1117, fax 295-1125.

Elliot Gallery Until May 21: Collection of lithographs for James Joyce’s ‘Ulysses’ by Ernst Arnold Bauer, old Elliot School building, 27 Jubilee Road, Devonshire. Next opening May 23: New paintings beather Macdonald. Gallery hours/further informat: (<$> 504-3469 or em: kaleidoscope[AT]northrock.bm.

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

Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, Rose Garden Gallery. <$>Until May 23: Chris Marson: 216;Winter Works’ — Bermuda winter landscapes (oil on panel). Further information: (<$> 236-2950 or visit website www.bermudamasterworks.com

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

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

Masterworks at Colonial Insurance Foyer Gallery Until May 17: Hilary Thorpe: Marine paintings inspired by Bermuda, 35 Reid Street. ‘Recent Gifts and Acquisitions’ (fiscal year 200304) plus Dr. Pestana’s lead soldiers exhibit. Open Monday triday 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m.,turdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission free.

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

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ADULT/CHILD ABUSE

Child anamily Services 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-calocial worker.

Coalition for the Protecn of Children<$> Advice for anyone who is concerned about/suspects a child is being abused. 24-h hotline service (<$95-1150. Confidentiality assured.

Physical Abuse Centre <$>Housing and recovery support for abused women and their children. Office: (<$> 292-4366. For 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 ot 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 238-8116 or e-mail biad[AT]therock.bm.

Bermuda Riding for the Disabled <$>MONDAY TO FRIDAY at Windreach Village, 57 Spice Hill Road, Warwick. Equestrian therapy programme fohildren 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.

Bermuda Boys’ Brigade FRIDAYS:<$> Activities programmes at St. Paul’s Christ 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

Bermuda Girls in Training:<$> 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 [1/2] to 18 welcome. Further information: ( 292-0418.

WindReach Recreational Village MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Fully accessible recreational facility 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.

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

Institute for Child and Familyalth Treatment for children and their families suffering effects of psychological trauma. ( 295-1150.

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

P.A.R.E.N.T.S.<$> Having trle with your children? You’re not the only one. Meet with other parents, get new ideas. Further information: ( 292-6147.

The Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY during school year: Kids’ clubs (primary students) 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. “C” Squad dance club (girls only) 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Boys’ club and CUBI Girls’ Club 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.

Tae Durham Assn. for Physically Challenged Children Liaises withher 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.

TS Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps FRIDAYS For 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.

Young Life Bermuda Activities programme: Wyldlife, St. George’s, FRIDAYS Wellington Baptist Church hall. Ages seven to ten: 6.30 p.m.; ages 11 to 14: 8 p.m. Wyldlife, Warwick ALTERNATE FRIDAYSt. Mary’s Church Hall. Ages seven to 11: 7 p.m. Young Life in Pembroke FRIDAYS ‘Living Waters,’ Pitt’s Bay Road, 7 p.m. Ages 14 to 18. Further informon all groups: ( 292-6365.

thic-Demi">th to Youth of Bermuda<$> FRIDAYS: Stonington Campus student centre, South Shore Road, Paget, 4.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Middle/high school students welcome. Further information: ( 295-2460.

COMMUNITY<$>

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

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

Bermuda Society for the Blind MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Sale of hand-made wickerwork, baskets, stools and other items, Beacon House, Dundonald Street, 9 a.m. to 4 p All proceeds to the blind. Further information: (<$> 292-3211.

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

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

St. George’s Community Centre Gothic-Demi">DAILY EXCEPT SUNDAYS: Evening programmes from 5 p.m. Further information: (<$> 297-1754.

ENVIRONMENT<$>

othic-Demi">Bermuda Audubon Society Hotline To report environmental problems (especially in connection with birds) $> 292-1920 or 235-5513.

Bermuda Bbird Society Hotline For assistance with questions and problems ular">(<$> 238-0168.

Bermuda National Trust Hotline Teport concerns on environmental matters MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8.30 a.m. to 5m. (<$> 236-6483.

Keep Bermuda Beautiful Hote 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.

EVENT PLANNING

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

HOBBIES/RECREATION

Bermuda Bridglub FRIDAYS: <$>7 Pomander Road, Paget. Open game 8 p.m. Everyone welcome. Further infotion: ( 236-3496. During club hours ( 236-0551.

MEETINGS

Matilda Smith Williams Home Ladies’ Auxiliary LAST FRIDAY each month: Meeting, St. Paul AME Church board room, Victoria Street, 5:30 p.m.

READING

Bermuda College Library 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.

Bermuda National Library <$>Par-la-Ville Park, 12 Queen Street, Hamilton. Bermuda National Librarymmer hours: <$>MONDAY TO THURSDAY 8 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.

Bermuda Youth Library ">74 Church Street, Hamil. MONDAY TO THURSDAY 9 a.m. t p.m., FRIDAYS 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., SATURDAYS 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Further information: ( 295-0487.

CedarBridge Academy Library Open to CBA students and tr 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.

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

SENIORS<$>

Special People’s Club FIRST THREE FRIDAYS each month: Cathedral Hall, Church Str, 12.30 p.m. Further information: Myrtle Seaman (<$> 292-8576.

SIGHTSEEING<$>

Anglican Cathedral Tower <$>MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Spectacular views of Hamilton and beyond, Church Street, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission $3. kets from Cathedral shop.

Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo/Bermuda Zoological Society<$> 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 $5. Under fives free (Children 12 andder must be accompanied by an adult). Members free with valid admission card. Further information: (<$>293-2727.

Bermuda Botanical Society Visitors’ Centre 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. Further information: (<$> 236-5291, fax 236-8970.

Bermuda Historical Society Museum Open Daily. Large collection of Bermudiana, inc. portraits, furniture, silver, ship models, clocks, National Library building (ground floor), Par-La-Ville Park, Queen Street. Open weekdays. Admission free, donations appreciated. Tour groups by appointment. Check with Museum for Operating Hours. Further information: (<$> 295-2487.

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

Bermuda National 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 tury home commemorating prominent Tucker family, Water Street, St. George’s. Displays include tribute to Joseph Rainey, Bera barber/first black US Congressman; exemplary 18th century portraits, furniture, silver; archaeological exhibit; authentically furnished kitchen. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. Globe Hotel: Exhibits documenting Bermuda’s role in American Civil War. Histo video. O 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5.

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

Bermuda Railway Museum & Curiosity Shop TUESDAY TO FRIDAY: Bermuda Rail and narrow-gauge Astor Estate railway artefacts and memorabilia, 37 North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission free.

Bermuda Rose Society <$>DAILY:<$>Repository Garden, grounds of ‘WatervilleR (Nat’l Trust HQ), Pomander Road, Pt. Admission free.

Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute:<$> Uncover the mysteries of the sea at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration titute. 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 tTeddy Tucker Shipwreck Gallery, and take home a unique souvenir from Oceans Gift 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 mum for opening hours. 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.

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

Fort St. Catherine 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.

GibHill Lighthouse<$> 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.

SPORTS

Bermuda Squash Racquets Association FRIDAYS: Club night (squash/socialising for members and guests), Middle Road, Devonshire, 6 p.m. Further information: (<$> 292-6881.

SORT GROUPS

The Hangar Boutique located in the lower level of the Mid -Atlantic Wellness Institute (formerly St. Brendan’s Hospital). Open Monday to Friday, 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.Open to all, wheelchair accessible. All proceeds toogrammes amenities for clients.Contact: -3770 ext 3208. No clothidonations taken during last week of Nober to second week of January.

Just Between Us MONTHLY: Informal self-help support group for women who have had breast cancer. Further information: Marian Holland ( 295-3051/Daisy McMaster ( 292-1522.

Lupus Association of Bermuda <$>For information: Margaret Wade, surt coordinator ( 234-1080, Amanda/Gladys Dill ( 293-0756.

Reach to Recovery -Demi">24-hour support line for women in any stage of breast cancer. Further information:( 236-4563.

Women’s Resource Centre Support for victims of rape and sexual assault. Interested persons welcome. Further information: ( 295-7273.

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

Single Parents in Action Resource Group For information(<$> 291-5477 voice mail.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE<$>

Alcoholics Anonymous <$>FRIDAYS: Young & The Restless Group <$>(closed, non-smoking), St. Paul’s Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 5.30 p.m. Beginners’ meeting (open, non-smoking), Turning Point, St. Brendan’s Hospital, Devon Spring Road, Devonshire, 7 p.m.

Friday Group <$>(open, non-smoking), Ebenenzer Methodist Church hall, York Street, St. George’s: 8 p.m