December 28 to 31

The Masterworks Gallery artists demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Arrowroot Factory in the Botanical Gardens. Visit artists and craftspeople in the West Gallery. Entrance is free.

December 31

KDB Entertainment in conjunction with the Fairmont Southampton Hotel is holding a black-tie dinner and concert featuring the music of Jimmy Vali & The Uptown Mix, Khalilah Smith and American Idol finalist George Huff. Part of the proceeds will go to Mr. Huff's family who lost everything during Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. Tickets are $175 and are available from

January 12 to 25

The Bermuda Festival is on featuring plays, musicians, dancers and others. Check out www.boxoffice.bm or www.bermudafestival.org for tickets and information.

January 13 to 15

The Bermuda Track & Field Association has organised the Bermuda International Race Weekend. Go to www.bermudatracknfield.com for more information.

January 14

The Bermuda Track & Field Association has organised a 10K Charity Walk to raise money partly for the Bermuda Diabetes Association. Use the official BFTA Entry Form to register for the walk. $20 to register from November 30, $30 for late entries. Walk numbers and t-shirts will be collected from Number One Passenger Terminal from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on January 12, 13. To register in advance go to www.bermudatracknfield.com or telephone 236-6086 or 236-3668 or email bdanorthrock.bm .

Bermuda National Gallery is having a Lunchtime Video Presentation ‘Rudolph, the Red-Nose Reindeer' a Christmas classic by Bermuda's own Arthur Rankin. The airtime is 47 minutes. It was produced by Arthur Rankin and Jules Bass and directed by Kizo Nagashima and Larry Roemer. 12.30 to 1.30 p.m.

January 23 to 29

Brides-to-be, don't miss the Bridal Spectacular, a week-long series of events for the soon-to-be-married including local and international vendors, cultural pavilions, the world renowned Cake Diva, international wedding dress designers and more. For more information contact Shirley Richardson on 737-5683 or e-mail her at bridalspectacularinfonorthrock.bm or go to www.bridalspectacular.com

January 29

Bermuda National Trust presents Silver Smithing in Bermuda 1750-1900, a chat with Hugh Davidson, Tucker House.

EXHIBITIONS

Bermuda Society of Arts: Shirley James' show ‘Ceci et Cela' in the Edinburgh Gallery and the Open members show until January 20. The Gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday.

The Interim: Of Her Flesh features recent works by four female artists: Kendra Ezekiel, Sue Rebello, Caroline Troncossi and Alicia Tyson. The show explores the female form and feminine creativity in a range of media including drawings, digital media, stone lithographs and paperworks. The Gallery is located on the corner King and Reid Streets. Open Wednesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Masterworks Galleries, Botanical Gardens, Molly Smith Watercolours until December 22. Vernon Clarke's show of portraits remains up until mid December. The Gallery's are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 12 noon Saturdays. Further information: ( 236-2950 or visit www.bermudamasterworks.com

Thistle Gallery Miniature Bermuda cedar furniture by master craftsman Robert (Bob) Patterson. Park Street, Hamilton. Gallery hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Until December 17. Further information: ( 292-3839.

Dan Dempster is currently the Masterworks Foundations Artist-in-Residence. He is having a show at Buckingham, off St. George's Square.

Rock Island Bruce Stuart and Co. have an exhibition with everything inspired by Octopuses.

Desmond Fountain Gallery is holding a small paintings show and new bronzes by Desmond Fountain. Also featuring the work of Diana Amos, Eric Amos, Dan Dempster, Sheilagh Head, Jonah Jones, Christopher Marson, Bruce Stuart and others. Emporium Building, 69 Front Street. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. ( 236-3518. e-mail: Fountaingalleryibl.bm

Lighthouse Tearoom Gallery. For further information: ( 238-8679.

Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard: Further information: ( 234-2809 http://www.artbermuda.bm/home1.html.

Bermuda National Gallery: The Fall Show features the work of 19th century photographer John Athill Frith in co-operation with the Bermuda Archives. There is also a special exhibition of Bermudian artist Bill Ming's work. Mr. Ming was awarded the Lost at Sea Memorial commission. The exhibit ends on January 6. Further information: ( 295-9428 or visit www.bng.bm.

ACE Gallery: From the ACE Collection: Approximately 70 original, unique and historic Bermuda maps spanning the 16th to 19th centuries. One of the largest collections of Bermuda maps on public display, arranged in a special exhibition to mark ACE's 20th and Bermuda's 500th anniversaries. ACE Global Headquarters, 17 Woodbourne Avenue, Pembroke. Open Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission free. Groups welcome by appointment. Contact ( 297-7737.

Commissioner's House, Bermuda Maritime Museum, Dockyard: “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.

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 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. ( 295-1117, fax 295-1125.

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

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

Masterworks at Colonial Insurance Foyer Gallery: ‘Recent Gifts and Acquisitions' (fiscal year 2003-2004) plus Dr. Pestana's lead soldiers exhibit. Open Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Kafu Gallery: Further information: ( 295-5238, e-mail infokafu.bm or visit www.kafuhairandgallery.bm.

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.

Coalition for the Protection of Children 24-hour hotline for people who are concerned about or wish to report cases of child abuse. ( 295-1150.

Physical Abuse Centre Housing and recovery support for abused women and their children. Office ( 292-4366. 24-hour hotline ( 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 information: Fax/TDD 238-8116 or e-mail biadtherock.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 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 experience unnecessary but helpful. Donations welcomed. Further information: ( 238-7433, fax 238-7434.

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

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

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. Further information: ( 292-1343.

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

St. George's Community Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY: After-school programme for five to 12 yr. olds, 6, Old Military Road, St. George's, 3 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Further information: ( 297-1754.

Tae Durham Assn. for Physically Challenged Children Liaises with other charities in helping disabled children with everyday needs not met by or available from larger charities. Also supplies food items to needy households with children. Donations appreciated. Further information: Ivan 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?s organisation promoting volunteerism, developing potential, improving the community. Contact Dawn Dunstan (president) at 332-2575 or e-mail bjslnorthrock.bm.

The Bermuda College will host a lunchtime fine dining programme in the prospect 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.

Bermuda Red Cross Blood Donor Centre TUESDAYS Donor clinic, 1st floor, King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, Point Finger Road, Paget, 9.15 a.m. to noon. Donors aged 18 to 70 welcome. For appointments ( 236-5067.

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

The Centre TUESDAYS Employment advice (main office, by appointment) 1 p.m. Further information: ( 292-1343.

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 groups. ( 292-5320 or fax 295-8679.

Hands of Love Mission MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. SATURDAYS 12.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. Distribution of 2nd hand clothing/foodstuffs for the homeless and single parents. Further information:( 238-7368.

Meals on Wheels MONDAY TO WEDNESDAY, FRIDAYS Meals delivered to shut-ins. Further information: ( 236-1815.

New Islanders MONTHLY: Get-together for new female residents to meet others and participate in sporting/other activities. Affiliated with the International American Women's Club. Further information: ( 291-0387.

St. John Ambulance Brigade First aid and CPR classes, TUESDAYS/THURSDAYS 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., SATURDAYS 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m., 21 Point Finger Road, Paget. Further information: ( 236-7831.

St. George's Community Centre Evening programmes, 6 Old Military 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.

ENVIRONMENT

Bermuda Audubon Society Hotline To report environmental problems (especially in connection with birds) (292-1920/235-5513.

Bermuda Bluebird Society Hotline For assistance with questions/problems ( 238-0168.

Bermuda National Trust To report concerns on environmental matters between 8.30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday to Friday ( 236-6483.

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 anytime.

Bermuda Zoological Society Promotes interest in the local environment and environmental projects. New volunteers welcome. Further information: Donna Heslop ( 293-2727 (ext. 130).

HOBBIES

Bermuda Quilters Guild FIRST TUESDAY each month (except July/August), Peace Lutheran Church hall, South Shore Road, Paget, 1.30 p.m. Visitors welcome. Further information: Gloria Pearman ( 234-1209, Ann King ( 234-2034.

Sewing Guild of Bermuda FOURTH TUESDAY each month: St. Mary's Church hall, Lorraine Drive, Warwick, 7.30 p.m. Admission: members $5, non-members $8. Further information: Annette Hallett ( 293-1541.

EVENT PLANNING

The Bermuda Diary is a free public service to help you avoid conflicting with other major events when planning yours. For information ( 236-3570 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

MEETINGS

Bermuda Cat Fanciers' Association FIRST TUESDAY each month (except July/ August). For venue ( Morag Smith at 238-0112/Diana Plested ( 295-5723.

Bermuda Feline Assistance Bureau FIRST TUESDAY each month: Meeting, CCS basement, Mintflower Place, 8 Par-La-Ville Road, 6 p.m. All welcome. Further information: ( 291-1737 or visit website www.bfab.bm

Bermuda Red Cross FIRST TUESDAY each month, Red Cross HQ, 9 Berry Hill Road, Paget, 10 a.m. All welcome. Further information: ( 236-8253.

Bermuda Toastmasters Club FIRST/THIRD TUESDAY each month, Chamber of Commerce board room, Albuoy's Point, Hamilton, 5.30 p.m. sharp. All members/visitors/guests welcome. Further information ( 291-5757 or visit website www.toastmasters.org.

Eastern Lioness Club THIRD TUESDAY each month: Supper meeting, Grotto Bay Hotel, Hamilton Parish, 8 p.m. Further information: Elaine Wade ( 292-2820 days.

Hamilton Jaycees THIRD TUESDAY each month: Stephenson Room, Wesley Methodist Church, Church Street, 6.30 p.m. Further information: Alex MacDonald ( 290-4341 days.

Hamilton Rotary Club TUESDAYS Chamber of Commerce building, Front Street, 12.30 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 Par-la-Ville Park, 12 Queen Street.Winter hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30 a.m. to 7 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.

Mobile Library Service For schedule ( 295-2905.

Bermuda Youth Library Open 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., 74 Church Street. Further information: ( 295-0487. Book Buddies programme TUESDAYS TO THURSDAYS: Peer to peer read-aloud club for children aged five and up, 3.45 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Further information/to become a Book Buddy ( 295-0487.

CedarBridge Academy Library MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Open to students and their parents during the school year, MONDAY to FRIDAY Open 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.

SENIOR CITIZENS

Happy Seniors Club TUESDAYS: Hamilton Adventist Centre, King Street, 11.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Further information ( 292-0654/292-2160.

Senior Islanders' Club TUESDAYS: Craft class/afternoon social, 1.30 p.m. Bingo evening, 9 p.m. Admiralty House, Spanish Point, Pembroke. Further information: ( 295-9094.

SIGHTSEEING

Anglican Cathedral Tower MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Spectacular views of Hamilton and beyond, Church Street, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets: $3 at 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 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Members free with valid admission card. Further information: (293-2727.

Bermuda Botanical Society MONDAY TO FRIDAY Visitors Centre, Botanical Gardens, Paget 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: ( 236-529, fax 236-8970.

Bermuda Rose Society DAILY: Repository Garden, ‘Waterville', (National Trust HQ), Pomander Road, Paget. Admission free, all welcome.

Camden House: TUESDAYS/FRIDAYS: Official residence of the Premier, open 12 noon to 2 p.m. Admission free.

Bermuda Historical Society Museum MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Par-la-Ville Park (adjacent Perot Post Office), Queen to SATURDAY Open 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. Former home of the Perot family featuring large collection of Bermudiana, including portraits, furniture, silver, ship models, and clocks. Admission free but donations appreciated. Tour groups by appointment. ( 295-2487.

St. George's Historical Society Museum: 18th Century dwelling displaying antique furniture/paintings. Printery features authentic reproduction of 14th century Gutenburg printing press. Kent Street. Open weekdays 10am to 4pm. Closed weekends and public holidays. Admission: $2 for children and $5 for adults.

Bermuda Lectures and Tours Guided walking tours covering local history, architecture, wildlife. Further information ( 234-4082.

Commissioner's House, Bermuda Maritime Museum at Dockyard see exhibits: ‘Bermuda's Defence Heritage' showcases 350 years of local military history, ‘Destination Bermuda' detailing Bermuda's tourism history, and ‘Bermuda Under Sail' that portrays the island's maritime heritage in 19th-century art in this collaborative exhibition with Bermuda Archives featuring the Fay & Geoffrey Elliott Collection. Rare artworks, photographs and ships logbooks detail the wealth of Bermuda's maritime traffic throughout the 1800s, from sloops and schooners to ships of the line, as well as the island's first sailing races featuring the ‘Bermuda rig.' Runs until September 4. 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.

Bermuda National Gallery TUESDAYS: Cultural tour exploring Bermuda's heritage/history through the arts. 11 a.m. Upper level, City Hall, Church Street, 11 a.m. $8 per person. Advance reservations required. Minimum eight persons. Further information: ( 295-9428, fax 295-2055, e-mail directorbng.bm or visit website www.bng.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. Minimum donation:$5. Tucker House 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; 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. Historic video. Open 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 valid membership card.

National Trust 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 Friday.

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

Bemuda Underwater Exploration Institute: Uncover the mysteries of the sea at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration 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 artefacts in the Teddy 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: infobuei.org website:www.buei.org

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. Further information: ( 297-4126.

St. David's Island Society Carter House 17th century house believed to 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 12 noon to 4 p.m. Admission $2. Further information: ( 293-5960.

St. George's Historical Society Museum WEDNESDAYS during winter. 18th century house filled with antique furniture and paintings. Printery has authentic reproduction of a 14th Century Gutenburg printing press. Kent Street. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. Children $2. Complimentary tea/banana bread.

Craft Market at Dockyard DAILY: Cooperage Building (opposite Bermuda Maritime Museum), Dockyard. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crafts for sale and daily demonstrations. 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 (must be accompanied by an adult) $2.

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

SPORT/RECREATION

Swan's Running Club meets Tuesdays at the Transport Control Department (TCD) at 6.30 p.m. also Thursdays at The National Stadium track at 6.30 p.m. Runners of all standards welcome.

Bermuda Athletic Association TUESDAYS/THURSDAYS: Badminton, BAA gymnasium, Serpentine Road, 7 p.m. Admission: members free, non-members $5 (pay at the door). Further information: ( 292-3161.

Bermuda Chess Association TUESDAYS: Tournament and chess evening, Chamber of Commerce, Front Street, 7.45 p.m. Further information: Nick Faulks ( 238-2313.

Mid-Atlantic Athletic Club TUESDAYS: Two-mile fun run for children/adults, from Visitors' Centre, Botanical Gardens, Paget, 6 p.m. Visitors welcome. Further information: Anna Eatherley ( 292-1516.

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 information: Bill Euler ( 799-2455.

Pembroke Community Club Majorettes TUESDAYS: Practice sessions at the club, North Shore Road, Pembroke, 5.30 p.m. Ages seven and up. New members welcome. Further information: ( 292-3721 or 236-4080 evenings.

St. George's Dancerettes TUESDAYS: St. George's Community Centre, 6 Old Military Road (opp. bus terminal), 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Further information: ( 295-1754.

The Centre (studio) TUESDAYS: Table tennis instruction/practise, Angle Street, 6.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Indoor soccer/pool/table games/foozeball/air hockey 5.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Further information: ( 292-1343.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Alcoholics Anonymous Young & The Restless Group (closed, non-smoking), St. Paul's Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 5.30 p.m. Step Group (closed, non-smoking), Peace Lutheran Church, South Road, Paget, 8 p.m. Further information: ( 297-0965 or visit website www.aa.bm

Narcotics Anonymous TUESDAYS: Unity Group (closed, no smoking/eating), 2nd floor, Wesley Methodist Church, Church Street, 7 p.m. New Beginnings Group (closed, no smoking/eating), Chapel of Ease church, Chapel of Ease Road, St. David's. Surrender 2 Win, Crawl Gospel hall, 9 p.m. Further information ( 293-0999.

SUPPORT 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 to programmes amenities for clients.Contact: 236-3770 ext 3208. No clothing donations taken during last week of November to second week of January.

Alzheimer's Family Support Group SECOND TUESDAY each month: Meeting, Extended Care Unit activities room, upper level, King Edward VII Hospital, Point Finger Road, Paget, 5.30 p.m. Further information: Julie Kay Darrell ( 238-2168.

Institute for Child and Family Health Support groups for psychologically traumatised children and their families. Further information: ( 295-1150.

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

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

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

S.T.A.R. Support for persons who are HIV-positive or have AIDS, and their families. ( 292-5941.

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

Sickle Cell Foundation Support group for all whose lives are touched by this disease. Further information: Ivena Laurenceo ( 293-8728 (days), 293-2317 (evenings).

THRIFT SHOPS

Hands of Love Ministry MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Distribution of 2nd hand clothing/foodstuffs for the homeless/single parents, 12 Camp Hill Road, Warwick, 12 noon to 6 p.m. Further information: ( 238-3236

The Barn MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Drop-off days for clothing/household items/books in good repair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS: Sale days. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All at 53 Devon Spring Road, Devonshire. Proceeds to the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda. Further information ( 236-3155.

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. Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 3.45 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays.

Seventh-Day Adventist Churches MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS: Southside, St. David's 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reception/distribution 2nd hand clothing. TUESDAYS/THURSDAYS: 32 Glebe Road, Pembroke 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Further information: ( 292-4110.

HOW THE BERMUDA CALENDAR WORKS

The Bermuda Calendar is a free daily listing of events staged by civic groups, charities, service and similar non-profit organisations.Some days, because of space restrictions, certain items in this file will be omitted.

Concise, written entries for the Calendar, which must include a contact number, may be left at The Royal Gazette any time during the week. The deadline for all entries in any Calendar period is 12 p.m. on the Friday immediately preceding the Tuesday edition. Entries cannot be accepted after that time. Please direct all Bermuda Calendar inquiries/entries to the Lifestyle section 295-5881, ext. 150, email lifestyleroyalgazette.bm or fax 292-2498.