Until Friday

Bermuda National Gallery Art classes for ages 8-12. Further information: e-mail educationbng.bm

Tomorrow

Bermuda National Gallery Bermuda Millennium historical film series: ?Into the Future: 2000 and Beyond? ? The challenges ahead for Bermuda?s people and the natural environment in the new millennium, upper level, City Hall, 12.30 p.m. Admission free.

December 22, 29

Dept. of Cultural Affairs ?Bermuda Culture & Traditions by Ruth Thomas, 11 a.m., Bermuda National Gallery, upper level, City Hall. Admission free.For free calendar entries e-mail concise information to Ren? Hill rhillroyalgazette.bm. or ( 295-5881 ext. 154.

EVENT PLANNING

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

EACH WEEK OR MONTH

SUPPORT GROUPS

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

Bermuda Schizophrenia Society FIRST TUESDAY each month: St. Brendan?s Hospital, Devonshire, 7 p.m. ( Gina Davis at 292-5613.

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.

Guidance and Rehabilitation for Able Children?s Enhancement (GRACE) SECOND TUESDAY each month: Support group for parents with special needs children, Friendship Vale School, Warwick, 6.30 p.m. Child care provided if you ( Mrs. Furbert at 292-0543 in advance with number of children and ages.

Just Between Us An informal self help support group which meets monthly for women who have had breast cancer. (Marian Holland at 295-3051 or Daisy McMaster at 292-1522.

Lupus Association of Bermuda For information ( Margaret Wade, support coordinator (234-1080) or Dawn Butterfield, public relations (295-8600 or fax 234-1952).

Overeaters Anonymous Group TUESDAYS 12 to 1 p.m. at the Christian Science Church, Cedar Avenue, 12 noon to 1 p.m. ( 295-2070.

P.A.L.S. (Cancer Care in Bermuda) SECOND WEDNESDAY each month: Volunteers? meeting, 18 Point Finger Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. ( 236-7257, fax 236-7250.

Single Parents in Action Family Resource Centre Support group for single parents. ( 799-7726.

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. For further information ( Mrs. Ivena Laurenceo at 293-8728 (day) or 293-2317 (evening).

Nicotine Anonymous TUESDAYS, Peace Lutheran Church, Paget, 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Support for persons addicted to nicotine, a 12-step programme. ( 297-2428.

Bermuda Counsellors? Association TUESDAYS, The Centre, Angle Street, 6 to 8 p.m. Free consultation service to the general public. All concerns/questions addressed in complete confidentiality.

ALCOHOLISM

Alcoholics Anonymous TUESDAYS: Meetings: 1. St. Paul?s Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 5.30 p.m., non-smoking; 2. Peace Lutheran Church, South Shore Road, Paget, 8 p.m. Non-smoking. Further information ( 297-0965. Website: www.alcoholicsanonymous.bm

Al-Anon Penthouse Group: TUESDAYS: Meeting, room 3 penthouse floor, Mechanics? Building, Church Street, 12 noon to 2 p.m. ( 236-8606.

Alateen ( 236-8606.

PHYSICAL ABUSE

Physical Abuse Centre Housing and recovery support for abused women and their children. Office ( 292-4366. 24-hour hotline service tel 297-8278.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Narcotics Anonymous TUESDAYS: Meeting, Wesley Methodist Church, Church Street, 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Further information ( 293-0999.

DANCING

Club Swing Jive Dance classes. Learn a blend of swing and jive with a modern twist. Beginner/intermediate classes offered. Further information:Heidi Roberts (h) 296-0994 or heidirnorthrock.bm

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: Wildlife from the earth?s oceanic islands, including Bermuda, Madagascar, Galapagos, Australia, Caribbean, in exhibits designed to inspire appreciation and care of island environments. Gift shop features environmentally focused items. Snacks. OPEN DAILY 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. (293-2727.

Bermuda Botanical Society Education and Support of Botanical. The Visitors Centre in the Botanical Gardens is open MONDAY to FRIDAY 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. and SATURDAYS in December from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tours are at 10.30 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays year round, weather permitting. Call 236-5291 or fax 236-8970 for further information and membership.

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 Lectures and Tours Walking tours covering local history, architecture, wildlife. Led by one of the Island?s leading guides. Further information ( 234-4082.

Bermuda Maritime Museum Local history and culture comes alive at Bermuda Maritime Museum, inside the great fortress Keep of the Old Royal Naval Dockyard. Extensive artefact collections and historical exhibits are within the Keep?s many historic buildings, including ammunition stores and the restored Commissioner?s House. This is the place for Bermuda?s fascinating maritime and military history-including shipwrecks and discovery, the Royal Navy and the dockyard, sailing and unique traditions, cultural connections, forts and war veterans. Visitors can explore Bermuda?s largest fort, enjoy spectacular views, and access the dolphins and interactive programmes of Dolphin Quest. Open daily 9:30am-5pm. Last admission 4pm. Admission: adults $10, seniors $8, children $5 (under 5 free). Membership: family $50, single $30. Museum information 234-1418. Dolphin Quest 234-4464 or www.dolphinquest.org

Bermuda National Trust Museums: Verdmont: Early 18th-century mansion containing many Bermudian pieces, china and portraits, Collector?s Hill, Smith?s Parish. Open TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $3.

Globe Hotel King?s Square, St. George?s. Built by Governor Samuel Day, dates from c. 1700, making it one of the oldest stone buildings in Bermuda. American Civil War exhibits. Open MONDAY TO SATURDAY, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $4.

Tucker House Mid-18th Century home on Water Street, St. George?s. Commemorates prominent Tucker family. Displays include tribute to Joseph Rainey, a Bermuda barber who became the first black US Congressman; exemplary collection of 18th Century portraits, furniture and silver; archaeological exhibit showcasing results of extensive three-year excavation in the basement. Kitchen as once furnished. MONDAY TO SATURDAY 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $3. Combination ticket to all three museums is $5, $2 for students (ID required for college students). National Trust members: free w/valid membership card. Waterville 18th-century house, Pomander Road, Paget, housing NT HQ. Two main reception rooms/grounds open to public 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MONDAY TO FRIDAY. Admission free.

The Bermuda National Trust owns other historic homes and nature reserves. For further 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.

Bermuda Historical Society Museum MONDAY: 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. tel 295-2487.

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. Take home a unique souvenir from Oceans Gift Shop. Open: Daily 9am - 5pm, weekends 10am - 5pm (last admission 4pm) Closed: Christmas Day. Phone: 297-7314, Fax: 236-6141, e-mail: inforbuei.org. website: www.buei.org

The Bermudian Heritage Museum Corner of York and Water Streets, St. George?s. Open TUESDAY to SATURDAY 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission $3. Donations welcomed. Group tours by pre-arrangement. Gift Shop features reasonably priced Bermuda made items and books by local authors. Further information: ( 297-4126.

St. David?s Island Historical Society Carter House tour, Southside. Carter House is believed to be the oldest dwelling in St. David?s, surviving for more than 350 years, mainly in its original state. A 17th Century house containing history of St. David?s Island and its people. TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and second SUNDAY in each month from 12 noon to 4 p.m. $2 admission. Further information (293-5960.

St. George?s Historical Society Museum Kent Street, St. George?s. 18th Century dwelling house filled with antique furniture and paintings. Visit the printery and see an authentic reproduction of a 14th Century Gutenburg Printing Press. Open Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. Children $2.

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. For further information ( 234-3208.

Fort St. Catherine DAILY: St. George?s fort. Open 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Admission $5 for adults, $2 for children under 12 (must be accompanied by an adult).

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

A Trail Through History TUESDAYS: Learn about Bermuda?s human and civil rights through the guise of architecture. The women?s suffrage movement, the emancipation of slavery and much more will be covered. An exhibition of the role of the Gombey dancer in the evolution of human conscience in Bermuda, will be held with this walk on the last Tuesday of each month. The tour begins at 10 a.m. at the Cabinet Building on Front Street in Hamilton. Cost: $10 per person. For more information ( The Gumba Trail at 293-7330.

READING

Bermuda National Library Main Library, 12 Queen Street, Hamilton. 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. For more information ( 295-2905.

Mobile Library Service For schedule ( adult library at 295-2905.

Bermuda College Library Open to the entire community. College librarians are on hand to offer assistance for research projects, book assignments, internet access and much, much more. Hours vary so contact the library at 239-4033 for opening times.

The Bermuda Youth Library Open MONDAY-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.

The Bermuda Youth Library Book Buddies. Do you love to read or be read to? Do you need to practice reading aloud? Well, Book Buddies is for you. Book Buddies is a peer to peer reading club for children five and up. It will run from 3.45 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS. Younger children will be matched with an older child to practice their reading and to be read to. If you are interested, register at the Youth Library and become a Book Buddy. ( 295-0487 for more information.

CedarBridge Academy Library Open to students and their parents during the school year, MONDAY to FRIDAY 8 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Librarians are available to offer assistance, help with research papers, book reports and quick internet tips, etc. Parents of students at CBA are allow to check out books for their reading pleasure or for their professional growth.

CHILDREN, YOUTH, TEENS

Committee of 25 for Handicapped Children Registered charity providing aid for handicapped children. MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY: ( 292-4324 between 8.30 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Bermuda Boys? Brigade A Christian organisation for boys ages six to 18 years. We run a full programme of activities designed for boys during these challenging years. Contact D.Semos at 236-9349 or C.Downs at 238-2237 for further information.

The Centre Kids? Clubs for 7-10 year olds (primary school). MONDAY through FRIDAY during the school year 4.00 to 6.00 p.m. $10 per club per month.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Bermuda for 11-16 year olds (middle and senior school students) MONDAY through FRIDAY, 4.00 to 6.00 p.m. $30 per school term.

Institute for Child and Family Health Treatment for psychologically traumatised children and their families. ( 295-1150.

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

The Centre: MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Recreational activities for children and adults, Angle Street, Hamilton, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. MONDAY TO FRIDAY: After-school care for 5-12 yr. olds, 3 to 6 p.m. Further information ( 292-1343.

St. George?s Community Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY: After-school programme for 5-12 yr. olds, Water Street, St. George?s, 3 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. ( 297-1754.