June 15

Bermuda Race Relations Initiative Race and Media: All That’s Fit to Print. Featuring renowned African-American news editor and Pulitzer Prize winner Les Payne along with two well-known Bermudian journalists. Moderated by BRRI facilitator Professor Robert Jensen of the University of Texas at 6.30 p.m. The Princess Room, Fairmont Hamilton Princess Hotel. Everyone welcome. Light refreshments will be served.

Historical Heartbeats Lecture St. David’s Night in collaboration with the St. David’s Island Island Committee. Featuring guest speaker Jessie ‘Little Doe’ Baird citizen of the Mashpee Wampanoag and co-founder of the Wopanaak Language Reclamation Project. Lecture begins at 7 p.m. in the Berkeley Institute Auditorium. Indian dancing, St. David’s jokes, St. David’s war veterans presentation, film excerpts. Ronnie Chameau reflections on east-end St. David’s. Free. Bus transportation from St. David’s is available. Telephone Kim Dismont Robinson at 292-9447 with questions.

>June 15 - 16<$>

Mount Saint Agnes Academy Alumni Association is hosting its second Annual Alumni Weekend Cocktail Party from 5.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. in the MSA Courtyard. Admission: $10 and includes Food, Cash Bar, Door Prizes. Basketball Challenge: June 16 5 p.m. start in theB>MSA Gym. Admission: Free. Food, prizes. Don’t miss this opportunity to catch up with old friends. To reserve your tickets for the Alumni Cocktail Party and sign up for the Basketball challenge contact Lisa Anne Bardgett at 292-4134 or email alumni[AT]msa.bm .

June 16

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

West Pembroke School 60th Year Celebration Fun Day and Walk from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Games, prizes, entertainment and food and more. Walk starts at 9 a.m. $3 for children under 13 years old, $5 for adults. General admission $2. Raffles $

ACE Galleries: (HQ Building). <$>Until end August: Josip Generc — the ACE collection of a Croatian naive painter, ACE global headquarters, 17 Woodbourne Avenue, Pembroke. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission free. Groups welcome by appointment ">(<$> 295-5200 for all information.

Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard Further informatio(<$> 234-2809 or visit website www.artbermuda.bm/home1.html

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

>Bermuda Society of Arts <$>Until June 27: Onion Gallery: Summer members’ ‘Fives’ (juried). Studio A: Juliette O’Connor ‘Snap Happy’ (photography). Studio B: Ward and Eva Byrum ‘Thai Inspirations’. Edinburgh Gallery: Kathy Harriott ‘Monotype Prints’. All on upper level, City Hall. Gallery hours: Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Through December: Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission free. Further informan: (<$> 292-3824.

Commissioner’s House, Bermuda Maritime Museum, Dockyard: ‘32 degrees N 64 degrees W: Approaching Bermuda’ — historic watercolours depicting aids to navigation and approaches to Bermuda by Driver, Seymour and Le Marchant Tupper (From the Fay and Geoffrey Elliott Collection in assn. with the Bermuda Archives). Open daily 9:30a.m. to 5 p.m. (last admission 4:30pm). Admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, free for members. Museum information tel. 234-1333, www.bmm.bm,mail marmuse[AT]logic.bm.

Crisson & Hind Fine Art Gallery: Hand-carved African sculptures by master Shona artists of Zimbabwe, inc. stone heads, animals, abstracts. Second floor, Crisson Building, 71 Front Street. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saday. (<$> 295-1117, fax 295-1125.

Elliot Gallery June 15 to July 8: “Photography and Illustration: Meredith Andrews and Sami Lill. Opening reception June 15 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Old Elliot School building, 27 Jubilee Road, Devonshire. Galleryurs/further information: (<$> 504-3469 or ema kaleidoscope[AT]northrock.bm.

Kafu Galy: <$>Further information: (<$> 295-5238, e-mail info[AT]kafu.bm or visit www.kafuhairaallery.bm.

Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, Rosarden Gallery<$>. Until June 16: Gloria-Jean Trott: Fabric art. Meet the artist: June 11, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gallery open during Queen’s birthday holiday. Regular hours: 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Further information: (<$> 236-2950 or visit website www.bermudamasterworks.com

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

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

Masterworks at Colonial Insurance Foyer Gallery ‘Recent Gifts and Acquisitions’ (fiscal year 2003-2004) plus Dr. Pestana’s lead soldieexhibit, 35 Reid Street. Open Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.mo 2 p.m. Admission free.

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

REGULAR EVENTS/SERVICES

Child and Family Services Chilbuse referral line to help facilit 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 Protectiof Children Advice anyone who is concerned about/suspects a child is being abused. 24-hour hotline service gs-Regular">(<$> 295-1150. Confidentialitysured.

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 signalleror the deaf/hard of hearing for sale/rent. Membership: anyone with genuine interest in deaf community’s welfare. Fee: monthly $10, yearly $90. Further information: Fax/TDD 238-8116 or e-mail biad[AT]therock.bm.

Bermuda Rainbow Guides TUAYS: 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 iraining: FRIDAYS: Meeting, Wesley Methodist Church Hall, Church Street, Hamilton, 7.15 p.m. to 9 p.m. Non-denominational female youth group. New members aged 10 [1/2] to 18 welcome. Further information: ( 292-0418.

Bermuda Zoological Society FRIDAYS: <$>Animal storytime for children aged two 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 sial 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 <$>#15 providing aid for handicapped children. Further information: -292-4324. Email: committeeof25[AT]ibl.bm Monday - Friday between 9 am - 1 pm.

Institute for Child and Family Health Treatment for chren 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 danceub (girls only) 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Boys’ club and CUBI Girls’ Club 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Indoor soccer/pool/table tennis/foozeball/air hockey 5.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. All at 3 Angle Street. Further information: ( 292-1343.

Tae Durham Assn. for Physically Challenged Children Liaises 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 ag12 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.

Youngfe 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 inmation all groups: ( 292-6365.

Youth to Youth of Bermuda FRIS: 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.

COMMUY

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 gue <$>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.

rmuda 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 PhilanthropyB>Community resource providing directory of regered charities, library, newsletter/leaflets, workshops, guest speakers, technical support and advice/referralor volunteers, donors and non-pit groups. Further information: (<$> 236-7706 or Fax: 236-7693.

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

St. rge’s Community Centre <$>DAILY EPT SUNDAYS: Evening programmes from 5 p.m. Further information: ngdings-Regular">(<$> 29754.

ENVIRONMENT

Bermuda Audubon Society Hotline <$>To report environmental problems (especia in connection with birdsf"Wingdings-Regular">(<$> 292-1920 or 235-5513.

Bermuda Bluebird Soty Hotline<$> For assistance with questions and problems (<$> 238-0168.

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

Keep Bermuda Beautiful Hotline<$> To report any littering seen through tIsland (<$> 295-5142.

Ministry of the Environment, Parks Departt To report any problems on Government-owned parklands or nature reserves: Park Rangers’ office (<$> 236-5902 any time.

EVENT PLANNING<$>

Bermuda Dy Free public service to help avoid planning conflicting major events. (<$> 236-359 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 vous 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, Hamon. MONDAY TO THURSDAY 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., FRIDAYS 10 a.m. to 5 ., SATURS 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.Librarians alable 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 (ext Christmas Day): Wildlife from oceanic islands in exhibits dgned 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 chiln $5. Under fives free (Children 12 and undeust be accompanied by an adult). Members free with valid admission card. Further information: (<$>293-2727.

Bermuda Botanical Society Visitors’ Centre<$> Botanical Gardens. Paget. MONDAY to FRIDAY open 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS: Tours at 10.30 a.m., year-round weather permitting.rther information: (<$> 236-5291, fax 236-8970.

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

Bermuda Maritime Museum at Dockyard <$>See exhibits: 500 years of local history and culture on display in military buildings of the 6-acre Keep citadel, including the award winning restored Commissioner’s House. Bastioncannons, shipwreck artifacts, local watercrafts, maritime art, spectacular views and dolphin encounters are all found in Bermuda’s largest fort. Forre 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 marmuse[AT]logic.bm.