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Today, Tomorrow
Bermuda Festiva> ‘A Woman in Waiting’ with Thembi Mitshali, City Hall theatre, Church Street, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Sold out. Check Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday or City Hall box office before performances for returns. Website: www.bermudafestival.org .
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The TOKIO Mountain Bike Series continues. Entry is free. Bring your completed entry form with parent/guardian signature on race day. Forms available from www.tokiomillenium.com or www.bermudabicycle.org, from your school gym teacher or at the race location. At the Warwick Academy Field at 4 p.mBermuda Zoological Society<$> 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 email aharvey[AT]gov.bm for more information.
The Royal Bermuda Yacht b<$> 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 - Dane Clark is a Senior Meteorologist. Both formerly NOAA Scientists. Tickets are $55 each. The fee covers lecturers, course material and lunch/refreshments. In order to book your place contact Donna Heslop at 294-6716 or by email at sailingoffice[AT]rbyc.bm .
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Bridal Fair and Fashiohow<$> Anthony’s and other special event businesses present ‘Wedding Portfolio 2007 10th annual Bridal Fair and Fashion Show’ ‘I Do Take You For The Rest of My Life’ from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess Hotel. Featuring fashion show for bride and groom. Musical performances, bridal registry, florists and more. Free admission.
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Bermuda Festival<$> Melba Moore: Sweet Songs of the Soul, City Hall theatre, Church Street, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org .
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LDAd BOLD<$> is holding their annual general meeting at 7.30 p.m. at The Reading Clinic, at 54 Serpentine Road, Pembroke. Following a brief AGM we shall continue our meeting with “TTC - Time to Chat”. This will be a time of reflection and when we can connect with each other and share our experiences. 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 .
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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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafesal.org
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The Bermuda Reading Association is holding their 23rd annual reading conference at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess. It is open to anyone. The speakers will be Dr. Timothy Shanahan, president International Reading Association, Dr. Rachael McCormack the professor at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island, Wendi McDonald, senior education officer at the Ministry of Education for primary schools. Two education students who are members of the future teachers of America will give a presentation for parents, ‘Parents and Children Reading Together’. Tickets are $35. Available at the Youth Library on Church Street5-0487.
February 4<$>
The Buttefield & Vallis Run & Walk 2007 There is a race for 12 and under and 13 and over. Nobody under Primary Three. All proceeds go to the BUT Youth Development Projects. Sponsored by tBermuda
February 8-10
Bermuda Festival Opera
Feary 11
The PALS<$> 19th Annual sponsored walk. Dockyard to Albouy’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.
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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermfestival.org
February 13
L’Alliance Francaise des Bermudes invites everyone to its monthly French film evening at B.U.E.I. (Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute). In memory of French actor, Philippe Noiret, the film shown will be : “Cinema Paradiso”. France/Italy 1988 — 124 min.
By Giuseppe Tornatore with Philippe Noiret, Jacques Perrin, Antonella Attili and Salvatore Cascio. English sub-titles. Members $4 / non-members $7. 8p.m. For the pre-movie dinner at “Le Bistro” (La Coquille)6.30 p.m. please book the day before
February 18
The Bermuda SPCA<$> presents a special ‘Paws to the Park’ ‘Leashes & Lovers of dogs 2007’. A special Valentine’s Charity Walk and Fun Day for dogs and people. Bring your dog or come alone. Everyone is welcome. 1, 3 or 5 mile sponsored walk from noon until 4 p.m at the Botanical Gardens. Pick up a registration form from your vet’s pet store, SPCA, All Wrapped Up or online at www.spca.bm . Free t-shirt with your registration. Free lunch for those with over $100 in pledges. For more information go to www.spca.bm or telephon36-7333.
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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudatival.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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bedafestival.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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.budafestival.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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.mudafestival.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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website:w.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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday or City Hall box office before performance for returns. Websiteww.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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday or City Hall box office before performance for returns. Websitwww.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, 12 noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org
Sandys Secondary Ex-Scholars Association is holding a banquet in former principal Mansfield “Jim” Brock’s honour at the Fairmont Southampton from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.. Dinner is at 8 p.m. sharp. The dress code is formal. Tickets are $100. Part of the proceeds will go towards the Sandys Beyond 2000 Sports Complex. The guest speaker will be Pastor Kenneth Manders. Tickets are available from The People’s Pharmacy, Caesar’s Pharmacy and Sandys Secondary Middle School. For more inmation telephone 234-1346.
March 9
The Visitor Industry Partnership<$> will be holding their Gala Black Tie Awards Ceremony at The Fairmont Southampton Resort. Winners from 18 categories will be announced. The grand prize is $20,000 at 6 p.m.. $135 per person, inclusive. Go to www.vip.bm . Tickets are also on sale at the Rosemont from 12 - 2 p.m. For more information contact Samatha Stephens at 504-3264 or email info[vip.bm .
ACE Galleries: (HQ Building): <$>ACE Global Headquarters, 17 Woodbourne Avenue, Pembroke. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission free. Grouwelcome by appointment
Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard ‘Opposites’ (juried members’ show). Until Febry 10. Admission free. Further information:
Bermuda National Gallery Winter exhibitions (February 7-April 5): 1. New Acquisitions (recent gifts to our collection). 2. The Art of Da: Kabuki theatre through Japanese woodblock prints. Ondaatje Wing: Revolving exhibition ‘The Bermuda Collection: 350 years of art in Bermuda’ — history traced through the development of fine/decorae arts. Admission free. Further information:
Bermuda Society of Arts Onions Gallery: <$>Bermudchools art exhibition (paintings, sculpture, papier mach
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 2007. Open daily 0am to 5pm (last admission 4:30pm). Admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, free for members. Museum information tel. 234-1333, www.bmm.bm , e-mail marmuse[AT]logic.bm. Sightseeing section: Open 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m.ily. Last admissions 4:30 p.m. Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, members free. Museum information:
Crisson & Hind Fine Art Gallery: Hand-carved African sculptures by master Shona artists of Zimba, inc. stone heads, animals, abstracts. Second floor, Crisson Building, 71 Front Street. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday.
Lighthouse Gallery Mixed media show by Bermuda artists. Lighthouse tearoom. Represented are Vernon Clarke, Deirdre Fado, Milton Hill Sr., Chris Marson, Chris Grimes, Marlene Jantzen and Lindsey George. Further information: www.bermudashowcase.com or
Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation (formerly The Interim), Old Elliot School, Jubilee Road, Devonshire. Fibre show features the work of Kathy Harriott, Will Collieson, n Rodriguez, Lynn Morrell, Meredith Thatcher, Myra Aubrey and Kadoscope founder, Fiona Rose Rodriguez Rober Further information:
K Gallery: <$>Further information:
Masterworks Foundation Museum of Beda Art, <$>Botanical Gardens, Paget West. Gallery hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 12 noon Saturdays. Admission free. Further information:
Masterworks at BF&M foyer: Vintage Bermuda travel posters. Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke. Open during normal business hours. Admission freeMasterworks Foundation at Camden House, <$>Botanical Gardens, Paget. Paintings from the Bermudiana Collection. Open Tuesdays and Fridays 12 noon to 2 p.m. Further information:
Masterworks at Colonial Insurancoyer Gallery: ‘Recent Gifts and Acquisitions’ (fil year 2003-2004) plus Dr. tana’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.
Rockland Coffee Further information
REGULAR EVENTS/SERVICES
ADULT/CHILD ABUSE
Chiand Family Services Child abuse referral line to help facilitate intake
Coalition for the Protection of Children<Advice for anyone who is concerned about/sects a child is being abused. 24-hour hotline service
Physical Abuse Centre <$>Housing and recovery support for abused women and their children. Office:
CHILDREN/YOUNG PEOPLE
Bermuda Islands Association of the Deaf<$> 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. 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 fare. Fee: monthly $10, yea $90. Further information: Fax/TDD 238-8116 or e-mail biad[AT]therock.bm.
Bermuda Rainbow Guides<$> 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:
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"Wingdings-Regular">(<$> 236-9349, cell 336-9769 or vt website http://bermudaboysbrigade.free.bm
Bermuda Girls in Training: FRIDAYS: Meeting, Wesley Methodist Church Hall, Church Street, Hamilton, 7.15 p.m. to 9 p.m. Non-denominational female youth group. Neembers aged 10 [1/2] to 18 welcome. ther information:
Bermuda Zoological Society FRIDAYS: Animal storytime for children aged two to six with an adult companion, 11.15 a.m. to 11.45 a.m. Admission: BZS members free, others pay regular prices. Pre-schooroups must book ahead
WindReach Recreational Village<$> MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Fully accessiblecreational facility at 57 Spice Hill Road, Warwick for special needs and able bodied communities.en 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To book petting zoo tours, sensory room, birthday parties, hall rentals, camp ground
Committee of 25 for Handicapped Children<$> Registered charity providing aid for handicappedildren. Further information:
Institute for Child and Family Health <$>Treatmenor children and their families suffering effects of psychological uma.
La Leche League of Bermuda Free informatioencouragement and support for pregnant and breastding women.
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 informon:
The Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY during school year: Kids’ clubs (primary students) 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. “C” Squad dance club<$> (girls only) 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. B’ club<$> and CUBI Girls’ Club 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.door soccer/pool/table tennis/foozeball/air hockey 5.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. All at 3 Angle Street. Further information:
St. George’s Community Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY: After-school programme for children aged five to: 3 p.m. to 5.30 p.m., 6 Old Militaryad, St. George’s. Further information:
Tae Durham Assn. for Physically Challenged Children <$>Liaises with other charities in helping disabled children with everyday ds not met by or available from larger charities. We also supply food iteto needy households with children. Donations appreciated. Further information: Ivan Smith
TS Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps <$>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:
Young Life Bermud/B>Activities programme: Wyldlife, St. George’s, <$>FRIDAYS Wellington Baptist Church hall. Ages seven to ten: 6.30 p.m.; ages 11 to 14: 8 p.m. Wyldlifearwick <$>ERNATE 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. Fher information all groups:
Youth to Youth of Bermuda <$>FRIDAYS: Stonington Campus student centre, South Shore Road, Paget, 4.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Middle/high school students welcome. Further information:
COMMUNITY
Association of Canadians in Bermuda Regular social events to keep Canadian culture alive/meet fellow countrymen. Further information: visit wete www.canadiansinbermuda.bm
Bermuda Junior Service League <$>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.
Bermuda Soci for the Blind <$>MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Sale of hanade wickerwork, baskets, stools and other items, Beacon House, Dundonald Street, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds the blind. Further informationf"Wingdings-Regular">(<$> 292-3211.
Centre on Philanthropy Community resource providing ectory of retered charities, library, newsletter/leaflets, workshops, guest speakers, technical support and advice/referrals for volunteers,nors and non-profit groups. Further infation:
Ms on Wheels <$>MONDAY TO NESDAY, FRIDAYS: Meals delivered to seniors/shut-ins. Further information:
St. George’Community Centre <$>DAILY EXCEPT SUNDAYS: Evening programmes from 5 p.murther information:
ENVIRONMENT
Bermuda Audubon Society Hotline <$>To report environmental problems (especially in connion with birds)
Bermuda Bluebird Society Hotline<$> For assistance with questions and problems
Bermuda National Trust Hotline<$> To report concerns on environmental matters MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Keep Berm Beautiful Hotline<$> To report any littering seen ough the Island
nistry of the Environment, Parks Department To report any problems on Government-owned parklands or nature reserves: Park Rans’ office
EVENT PLANNING<$>
Bermuda Diary Free public service to help avoid planning conflicting major events.
HOBBIES/RECREATION
Buda Bridge Club FRIDAYS: 7 Pomander Ro Paget. Open game 8 p.m. Everyone welcome. Further information:
MEETINGS
Matilda Smith Williams Home Ladies’ Auxiliary<$> LAST FRIDAY each month: Meeting, St. Paul AME Church board room, Victoria Street, 5:30 p.m.
READING
BermuCollege Library<$> DAILY except public holys. Librarians available to assist in various ways. Opening hours: MONDAY TO THURSDAY 8.30 a.m. to 8.30 p.m., FRIDAYS 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p:
Bermuda National Library Par-la-Ville Park, 12 Queen Street, Hamilton. Bermuda ional Library <$>Summer hou 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:
Bermudauth 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:
CedarBridge Academy Library <$>Open to CBA students and their parents, MONDAY to FRIDAY 8 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Librarians available to offer wide variety of assistance. Parents of CBA students may check out books for reading pleasure/professional growth.
Mobile Library Service For schedule
SENIORS
Special People’s Club <$>FIRST THREE FRIDAYS each month: Cathedral Hall, Church Street, 12.30 p.m. Further information: Myrtle Seaman"Wingdings-Regular">(<$> 292-8576.
SIGHTSEEING
Ancan 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/muda Zoological Society DAILY (except Chtmas 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 $5. Under fives free (Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Mers free with valid admission card. Furr information:
Bermuda Botanical Society Visitors’ Centre<$> 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:
Bermuda Historical Society Museum <$>Open Daily. Large collection of Bermudiana, inc. portraits, furniture, silver, ship models, clocks, National Library building (ground floor), Par-La-Ville Park, Queen Street. Open weekdays. Admission free, donations appreciated. Tour groups by appointment. Check with Museum for Operating Hours. Further information:
St. George’s Historical Society Museum<$>: 18th Century dwelling displaying antique furniture/paintings. Printery features authentic reproduction of 14th century Gutenburg printing press. Kent Street. Open daily except weeke. 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 hist 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 mus’s website. Open daily 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 4:30 p.m. Admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, free for members. Museum information tel. 234-1333, www.bmm.bm, e-mail marmuse[AT]logic.bm.
Bermuda National Trust Museums: Verdmont<$> TUES TO SATURDAY: Early 18century 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 commemoratinrominent Tucker family, Water Street, St. George’s. Displays include tribute to Joseph Rainey, Bermuda barber/first black US Congressmaexemplary 18th century portraits, furniture, silver;chaeological 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. t 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
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 4m. 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 Instie. 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 lections of artifacts in the TedTucker 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 TO SATURDAY Corner of York/er Streets, St. George’s. Open 10 a.m. to 3m. Admission: $4. Seniors/students aged seven and up $2. Children under seven free. Donations welcomed. Group tours pre-arranged. Gift shop.rther information:
Craft Market at Dockyard DAILY: Cooperage Building (opposite Bermuda Maritime Museum), Dockyard. Local crafts for sale/daily demonstrations. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Further information:
Fort St. Catherine<$> DAILY: St. George’s. Open 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Admission: adults $5, children under 12ho must be accompanied by an adult) $2.
Gibbs Hill Lighthouse DAILY (except month of January): Spectacular views of the South Shore/Greatund, Lighthouse Hill, Southampton. Open 9 a.m. 4.30 p.m. Admission: $2.
SPORTS<$>
Bermuda Squash Racquets Association <$>FRIDAYS: Club nt (squash/socialising for membersd guests), Middle Road, Devonshire, 6 p.m. Further information:
SUPPORT GROUPS
THangar Boutique<$> located in the lower levef the Mid -Atlantic Wellness Institute (formerly St. Brendan’s Hospital). Open Monday to Friday, 11.30 a.m. to 1.p.m.Open to all, wheelchair accessible. All proceeds to programmes amenities for clients.Contact: 236-3770 ext 3208. No clothing donations taken ing last week of November to second week of January.
Just Between Us <$>MONTH Informal self-help support group for women who have had breasancer. Further information: Marian Holland
Lupus Association of Bermuda<$> For information: Margaret Wade, support coordior
Reach to Recovery 24-hour support line for women in any stage of breast cancer. Further information:
Women’s Resource Cent<$>Support for victims of rape and sexual assault. Interesteersons welcome. Further information:
Sickle Cell Foundation Support group for all whose lives are touched by this disease. Further information: Ivena Laurencef"Wingdings-Regular">(<$> 293-8778 (days)/293-2317 (evenings).
Single Parents in Action Resource Group <$>For information <$f"Wingdings-Regular">( 291-5477 voice mail.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Alcoholics Anonymous FRIDAYS: Young & The Restless Group (closed, non-smoking),<$> St. Pauls Christian Education Centreiddle Road, Paget, 5.30 p.m. Beginners’<$> meeting (open, non-smoking), Turning Point, St. Brendan’s Hospital, Devon Spring Road, Devonshire,p.m.
Friday Group (open, non-smoking), Ebenenzer Methodist Church hall, York Street, St. George’s: 8 p.m
Further information:
Narcotics nymous <$>FRIDAYS: Better Late Than Never Group (closed except last Friday of month, no smoking/eating at closed meetings), 1st floor, BIU building, Union Street, 7 p.m. Further information:
THRIFT SHOPS
The Barn MONDAY TO SATURDAY receiving books/clothing and household items from receiving 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Sales days Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All at 53 Devon Spring Road, Devonshire. Prods to the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda. Further information:
The Bargain Box <$>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:
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:
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
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