The Bermuda Calendar
January 18-20
Bermuda Conference of Seventh Day Adventists is holding its health fair and expo. Register for a free health screening and dinner nightly from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Leadership training session and celebrations for community service directors, health care professionals, health directors, pastors and members interested in health and youth leaders. Pre-registration at Bermuda Conference of Seventh Day Adventists. Telephone 292-4110.
January 19, 20, 21
The Bermuda Festival continues with The Gruffalo and Friends. Award-winning children's book author Julia Donaldson. Suitable for children four and up. There will be a book signing afterward. For more information go to www.boxoffice.bm or www.bermudafestival.org/2007/ennio.htm or telephone 295-1291. Sold out. Check for returns at daytime box office and before performances.
January 20
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Epsilon Theta Lambda Chapter (Bermuda) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial fundraising walk at Victoria Park, Hamilton at 2 p.m. Proceeds will benefit Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Bermuda and MLK Foundation's Memorial in Washington DC. Participants can collect pledge sheets from BBBS or donations can also be forwarded to the Bank of Bermuda ? Martin Luther King Foundation Walk a/c 010-120699-001.
January 23-25
Bermuda Festival The Royal Ballet, City Hall Theatre, Church Street, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
January 26, 27
Bermuda Festival 'A Woman in Waiting' with Thembi Mitshali, City Hall Theatre, Church Street, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Sold out. Check Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday or City Hall box office before performances for returns. Website: www.bermudafestival.org .
January 27
The Tokio Mountain Bike Series continues. Entry is free. Bring your completed entry form with parent/guardian signature on race day. Forms available from www.tokiomillenium.com or www.bermudabicycle.org, from your school gym teacher or at the race location. At the Warwick Academy Field at 4 p.m.
There will be a series of training workshops for teachers on what resources and support education officers at local organisations can offer to help meet curriculum needs. There will be workshops at a range of places including The Bermuda Zoological Society, Bermuda National Gallery, The Ministry of Works & Engineering, The Bermuda Sloop Foundation and many more. For registration information telephone Amy Harvey at 292-7966 or e-mail aharveygov.bm for more information.
January 27
The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club presents 'Racing to Bermuda, The Gulf Stream & Weather Strategies Seminar' from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Exclusive tips on plotting your next ocean race ? ideal for skippers and navigators) by Jenifer and Dane Clark. Jenifer Clark is a world renowned oceanographer and Dane Clark is a Senior Meteorologist. Both are former NOAA Scientists. Tickets are $55 each. The fee covers lectures, course material and lunch/refreshments. In order to book your place contact Donna Heslop at 294-6716 or by e-mail at sailingofficerbyc.bm.
January 29-31
Bermuda Festival 'Melba Moore: Sweet Songs of the Soul', City Hall Theatre, Church Street, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org .
January 29
LDA and BOLD is holding their annual general meeting at 7.30 p.m. at The Reading Clinic, at 54 Serpentine Road, Pembroke. Following a brief AGM the meeting continues with "TTC - Time to Chat", a time for reflection and sharing. Judith Brooks from Child and Adolescent Services will be available to support and facilitate the meeting. All are welcome. Contact: Maria Frith 236-2515 or Ruth Ann Dickson 238-6268.
February 1-3
Bermuda Festival 'Max Maven: Thinking in Person', City Hall Theatre, Church Street, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
February 8-10
Bermuda Festival Opera ? la Carte presents 'La Boheme' (set in 1960s), City Hall Theatre, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
February 11
The PALS 19th Annual sponsored walk. Dockyard to Albuoy's Point for individuals and or teams. High seas date, February 18. Free ferry to Dockyard leaves the Hamilton Ferry terminal at 7 a.m. and walkers leave Dockyard at 7.30 a.m. Register in the Washington Mall, in St. George's, at the Bermuda National Trust Museum or the PALS office at 18 Point Finger Road in Paget. You must have a registration number to participate. Telephone 236-7257 for more information.
February 12-14
Bermuda Festival 'Vanguard Jazz Orchestra', City Hall Theatre, Church Street, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
February 20, 21
Bermuda Festival Red Priest (Red hot Baroque), City Hall Theatre, Church Street, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
February 22, 23
Bermuda Festival Moscow Chamber Orchestra, City Hall Theatre, Church Street, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
February 24
Bermuda Festival Andrei Gugnin (piano), City Hall Theatre, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
February 28
Bermuda Festival Aquila Theatre Company production of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. Bermuda National Gallery 7 p.m., City Hall Theatre, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
February 28
Bermuda Festival Aquila Theatre Company production of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. Bermuda National Gallery 7 p.m., City Hall Theatre, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
March 1
Bermuda Festival Aquila Theatre Company production of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', City Hall Theatre, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Sold out, but check Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday or City Hall box office before performance for returns. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
March 2
Bermuda Festival Aquila Theatre Company production of Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales'. Bermuda National Gallery 6 p.m., City Hall Theatre, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Sold out, but check Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday or City Hall box office before performance for returns. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
March 3
Bermuda Festival Aquila Theatre Company production of Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales', City Hall Theatre, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
EXHIBITIONS
ACE Galleries: (HQ Building): ACE Global Headquarters, 17 Woodbourne Avenue, Pembroke. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission free. Groups welcome by appointment ( 295-5200 for all information.
Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard 'Opposites' (juried members' show). Ends February 10. Admission free. Further information: ( 234-2809 www.artbermuda.bm/home1.html.
Bermuda National Gallery Ondaatje Wing: Revolving exhibition 'The Bermuda Collection: 350 years of art in Bermuda' ? history traced through the development of fine/decorative arts. Admission free. Further information: ( 295-9428 or visit www.bng.bm
Bermuda Society of Arts Onions Gallery: Members Winter's Show Edinburgh Gallery: Pixels and Poems (Lisa Howie and Scott Hill). Upper level, City Hall. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Admission free. Further information: ( 292-3824.
Commissioner's House, Bermuda Maritime Museum, Dockyard: 'Hulks at Bermuda- Images of Convict Life and Labour', in association with the Bermuda National Archives featuring watercolours from the Fay and Geoffrey Elliott Collection and convict related artefacts. Until May. 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. Sightseeing section: 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: ( 234-1333, or e-mail 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.
Lighthouse Gallery Mixed media show by Bermuda artists. Lighthouse tea room. Represented are Vernon Clarke, Deirdre Furtado, Milton Hill, Sr., Chris Marson, Chris Grimes, Marlene Jantzen and Lindsey George. Further information: www.bermudashowcase.com or ( 238-8679.Open daily 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All welcome.
Visitors' Service Centre, Botanical Gardens, Paget: 'Seeing the Unseen' ? nature photographs by Ras Mykkal Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. All images are for sale, with part proceeds to Yusef Bremmer's medical expenses.
Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation (formerly The Interim), Old Elliot School, Jubilee Road, Devonshire. Fibre show features the work of Kathy Harriott, Will Collieson, Jean Rodriguez, Lynn Morrell, Meredith Thatcher, Myra Aubrey and Kaleidoscope founder, Fiona Rose Rodriguez Roberts. Further information: ( 234-6611 e-mail: kaleidoscopenorthrock.bm.
Kafu Gallery: Further information: ( 295-5238, e-mail infokafu.bm or visit www.kafuhairandgallery.bm.
Masterworks Foundation Museum of Bermuda Art, Botanical Gardens, Paget West. Rose Garden Gallery 'African Masks' (created by The Berkeley Institute art students). Gallery hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 12 noon Saturdays. Admission free. Further information: ( 236-2950 or visit www.bermudamasterworks.com.
Masterworks at BF&M foyer: Vintage Bermuda travel posters. Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke. Open during normal business hours. Admission free.
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. Admission free.
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. Admission free.
Rock Island Coffee Further information ( 296-5241.
REGULAR EVENTS/SERVICES
ADULT/CHILD ABUSE
Child and Family 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-call social worker.
Coalition for the Protection of Children Advice for anyone who is concerned about/suspects a child is being abused. 24-hour hotline service ( 295-1150. 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 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 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 Boys' Brigade FRIDAYS: Activities 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
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 to 18 welcome. Further information: ( 292-0418.
Bermuda Zoological Society 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.
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.
Committee of 25 for Handicapped Children Registered charity providing aid for handicapped children. Further information: ( 292-4324 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday between 8.30 a.m. and 12 noon
Institute for Child and Family Health 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 trouble 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.
St. George's Community Centre 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.
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. 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 FRIDAYS, St. 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 information all groups: ( 292-6365.
Youth 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?s organisation promoting volunteerism, developing potential, improving the community. Contact Deborah Titterton Narraway (President) at 332-2575 or e-mail bjslnorthrock.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.m. All proceeds to the blind. Further information: ( 292-3211.
Centre on Philanthropy Community resource providing directory of registered charities, library, newsletter/leaflets, workshops, guest speakers, technical support and advice/referrals for volunteers, donors and non-profit groups. Further information: ( 236-7706 or Fax: 236-7693.
Meals on Wheels MONDAY TO WEDNESDAY, FRIDAYS: Meals delivered to seniors/shut-ins. Further information: ( 236-1815.
St. George's Community Centre DAILY EXCEPT SUNDAYS: Evening programmes from 5 p.m. Further information: ( 297-1754.
ENVIRONMENT
Bermuda Audubon Society Hotline To report environmental problems (especially in connection with birds) ( 292-1920 or 235-5513.
Bermuda Bluebird Society Hotline For assistance with questions and problems ( 238-0168.
Bermuda National Trust Hotline To report concerns on environmental matters MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ( 236-6483.
Keep Bermuda Beautiful Hotline 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 Bridge Club FRIDAYS: 7 Pomander Road, Paget. Open game 8 p.m. Everyone welcome. Further information: ( 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 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.
Bermuda Youth Library 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.
CedarBridge Academy Library 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.
Mobile Library Service For schedule ( 295-2905.
SENIORS
Special People's Club FIRST THREE FRIDAYS each month: Cathedral Hall, Church Street, 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. Tickets 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 and under 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.
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 daily except weekends. From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Admission: $2 for children and $5 for adults.
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, free for members. Museum information tel. 234-1333, www.bmm.bm, e-mail marmuselogic.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 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: Bermuda Railway 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 'Waterville' (Nat'l Trust HQ), Pomander Road, Paget. Admission free.
Bermuda 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 artifacts 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.
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.
Gibbs Hill 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.
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.
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, support coordinator ( 234-1080, Amanda/Gladys Dill ( 293-0756.
Reach to Recovery 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
Further information: ( 297-0965 or visit website ww.aa.bm
Narcotics Anonymous 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.
THRIFT SHOPS
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: ( 236-3155.
The Bargain Box WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS: Serpentine Road, Pembroke, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds to Committee of 25 for Handicapped Children.
Hands of Love Mission Camp Hill, Southampton. 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 to the homeless/single parents. Further information: ( 238-7368
Hanger Boutique MONDAY, TUESDAY, FRIDAY: First floor, St. Brendan's Hospital, Devonshire, 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. All proceeds in aid of patients. Closed public holidays. Further information: ( 236-3770.
Salvation Army Thrift Store 2nd hand clothing, furniture and more. TUESDAY to FRIDAY: 10 a.m. to 3.45 p.m. SATURDAYS: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 44 King Street, Hamilton. To donate furniture in good condition ( 292-8107 and we can collect. All other items must be dropped off at King Street between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. TUESDAY TO SATURDAY.
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. The regular, fixed event section of the calendar is now closed to new entries due to space restrictions, but the daily, changing event section is still open. ( 278-0150, fax 292-2498, or e-mail jmonizroyalgazette.bm