Today

Senior Islanders Club Sunshine Club, Southampton Adventist Hall, 11 a.m.; Senior Circle Club, Devonshire Adventist Hall, 11.30 a.m.; Senior Active Club, St. Mary's Hall, 1 p.m.

Tomorrow

Senior Islanders Club Happy Seniors Club, Hamilton Adventist Hall, 11.30 a.m.; Senior Islanders Craft Class, Admiralty House, 12.30 p.m.

Wednesday

Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime lecture, Smithsonian Folklife Series: Island Crafts. 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Thursday

Clifton High School Young Musicians (Bristol, UK) Fund-raising concert, St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church, Paget.

Friday

Phoenix Store Free health checks at Collector's Hill Apothecary, 10 a.m. to noon. Checks for blood pressure, cholesterol screenings and nutritional advice to help control heart disease.

Saturday

Bermuda School of Music Concert: 'The thrill of the world's famous tunes,' St. Paul's Church, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Lighthearted, relaxed entertainment for all the family. Tickets: adults $20, young people $10. Available: Pianos Plus, Opus/Encore, Meyer Agencies, Bermuda School of Music. Further information: ( Dr. Karol Sue Reddington 236-0774/296-5100 ext. 227, or Greg Smith (296-5100 ext.202.

Peace Lutheran Church Fall Fair, South Shore Road, Paget (across from Botanical Gardens), 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sunday

The Bermuda All Breed Club Pre-show practice match, main ring, Botanical Gardens, Paget, 2 p.m. Entry fee: adults $7, juniors $2. Further information: ( Kristi Grayston 292-3224.

Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo Students (8-11 years) are invited to 'Reptilemania' to enjoy close encounters with the reptiles, including activities and crafts. 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Register at BAMZ front desk for one session only. $10 members, $15 non-members. Also held on Sunday, November 11.

Adults/families are invited to join Bermuda Zoological Society guides for a tour of Bermuda's south shore beaches, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. No fee but donations to BZS are welcome. Not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs. Further information: (293-2727, ext. 133.

The Bermuda Diary Free public service to help avoid conflict when planning major events. Further information ( 236-3570 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

SIGHTSEEING

Anglican Cathedral Tower MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Spectacular, panoramic views of Hamilton and beyond, Church Street, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission $3. Tickets: available Cathedral shop.

Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo /Bermuda Zoological Society Exhibits, inc. reef tank, designed to inspire appreciation/care of Island environments. Gift/snack shops. Animal feeding tour: 1.10 p.m. Saturdays/Sundays only. Open DAILY 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Last admissions 4 p.m. Cost: adults $10, seniors 65[plus/children 5 - 12 $5, under five's free. Friday's a behind-the-scenes tour: FRIDAYS 8.45 to 11 a.m. Cost: adults $30, children $15, inc. breakfast. Reservations by Thursday. Further information/reservations ( 293-2727 ext. 136.

Bermuda Lectures and Tours Guided Walking Tours by one of the Island's leading guides covering local history, architecture, wildlife. Further information: ( 234-4082.

Bermuda Maritime Museum DAILY: Wide-ranging exhibits reflecting local maritime history, including Royal Naval connection, fitted dinghy sailing, diving, piloting, shipwreck artefacts. Six-acre Keep is Bermuda's largest fort. Located at Dockyard. OPEN DAILY 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admissions 4.30 p.m. Cost: adults $7.50, seniors 60 & over $6, young adults/children 5-18 $3, two-parent families with up to five children $15, one-parent families with up to five children $9.

Commissioner's House is part of the Bermuda Maritime Museum and included in the admission. Further information ( 234-1418.

Bermuda National Trust Museums: Verdmont Early 18th-century mansion containing many Bermudian pieces, china, and portraits, Collector's Hill, Smiths Parish. Open TUESDAY through SATURDAY. Admission $3.

Tucker House Mid-18th-century home commemorating prominent Tucker family, whose members include a once-resident president of Bermuda's Governor's Council, an important Williamsburg judge and a US Treasurer. Displays include a tribute to Joseph Rainey, who worked as a barber in Bermuda before going on to become the first black Representative in the US Congress, exemplary collection of 18th-century portraits, furniture and silver (most of which descended through the Tucker Family) and an archaeological exhibit showcasing the results of an extensive three-year excavation in the basement. Kitchen furnished as it once was. Water Street, St. George's. Open MONDAY TO SATURDAY. Admission: $3.

Globe Hotel: 1. Video presentation: Bermuda, Centre of the Atlantic (tracing Island's early history). 2. Exhibit: Rogues and Runners - Bermuda and the American Civil War (re: blockade running era in St. George's). Also: Trustworthy museum shop. All at: King's Square, St. George's. Hours: MONDAY TO SATURDAY 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission $4.

Combination ticket to all three museums $5, $2 for students (ID required for college students).

National Trust members free w/valid membership card.

Waterville NT headquarters in 18th-century house with gardens, Pomander Road, Paget. Open MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 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 MONDAY 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.

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

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

Gumba Trail and Outdoor Museum Explores 16th/18th century Bermuda life, Gombey dancers, early herbal remedies and cuisine, Bermudian identity. ( 293-7330.

Bermuda Historical Society Museum Open MONDAY TO SATURDAY 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., Par-la-Ville Park, Queen Queen Street. Large collection of Bermudiana including portraits, furniture, silver, ship models and clocks. Admission free, donation appreciated. Tour groups by appointment. Further information ( 295-2487.

St. George's Historical Society (behind the Supermart) Open MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 18th century home containing a valuable collection of cedar furniture, relics and artefacts, plus authentic kitchen and working replica of a 14th century Gutenburg Press. Admission: adults $5, students $2.

Ocean Discovery Centre Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute Open DAILY 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Interactive exhibits revealing the secrets of the ocean. Shells, shipwrecks, "shark cage'' and more. Simulated submersible ride to "see'' creatures of the deep. Films in Tradewinds Auditorium. Oceans Gift Shop. Open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission: adults $9.75, seniors $7.80, children 7-16 $5, under six free. Cafe/waterside restaurant. Further information ( 297-7314.

Rock Ramblers Personalised interpretive walking adventures. Ecology, history, culture, 'Bermudiana' and more. (238-3438 or e-mail rockramblersnorthrock.bm for more information.

READING

Bermuda College Library Open to the entire community seven days a week. College librarians are on hand to offer assistance for research projects, book assignments, internet access and much, much more. SUNDAYS 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. MONDAY TO THURDAY 8.30 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. FRIDAY 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. SATURDAY 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Hours effective until December 7. Located 21 College Rise, Stonington Campus, Paget (under Clock Tower).

Bermuda Youth Library Summer Reading Club, until August 15. Youngsters must be five years old or older to participate. For more information pick up a summer reading club folder from the library.

EACH WEEK OR MONTH

BRIDGE:

Bermuda Bridge Club: MONDAYS: 7 Pomander Road, Paget. Open game 7.30 p.m.

All welcome. Enquiries: ( 236-5777, or during club hours ( 236-0551.

CHILDREN/TEENS/YOUTH

Child Abuse Referral Line 239-KIDS (5437) After 5 p.m. call 911 and contact can be made with the on-call social worker from Family Services (294-5870).

Bermuda Autism Support and Education Society BASE, a solid foundation for education and information and support, for parents, professionals and others living with Autism. Meetings are held the FIRST MONDAY of every month at the Reading Clinic at 7.30 p.m. Everyone welcome. ( Tricia 293-5333 for further information.

Bermuda Boys' Brigade A Christian organisation for boys ages five 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 or see website http://bermudaboysbrigade.free.bm

Bermuda Islands Association of the Deaf Meets in the boardroom of the Mariners Club on Richmond Road, Pembroke on the first MONDAY of each month, except July and August. Donations welcomed. For more information contact Fax/TDD 238-8116 or e-mail biadnorthrock.bm. The Bermuda Islands Association of the Deaf is a registered charity providing free educational consultation/counselling to parents of deaf and hard of hearing children by professionals with more than 40 years in the field of Deaf Education, Linguistic Research and behavioural modification. Tutoring available to deaf or hard of hearing students and sign language classes offered to the public for a fee. Telecommunication devices for the deaf (TDD) for sale or rent to members and to the public. Membership available, $20 for the deaf and hard of hearing and $15 for others.

Bermuda Riding for the Disabled MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Windreach Village, Warwick. Riding therapy programme for children with special needs. Volunteers required in all areas, particularly during the school day. No horse experience necessary, although helpful. Donations welcomed. Further information: ( 238-7433, fax 238-7434.

Bermuda Youth Library 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.

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

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

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

Meet-A-Mum Association MONDAYS: Playgroup, St. Mary's church hall, Middle Road, Warwick 9.30 - 11.30 a.m. Members $3, non-members $5. First visit free. Further information: ( 291-3799.

P.A.R.E.N.T.S Having trouble with your children? You're not the only one.

Meet with other parents and get some new ideas. Further information: ( 292-6148.

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. p.m. Further information: ( 297-1754.

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

Rastafari School of Prophecy Tutoring MONDAYS 5 p.m. - 6 p.m., Court Street.

Further information ( Rastafari for Unity, 292-8498.

Fathers' Resource Centre For men who are interested in being better fathers.

Among topics discussed: custody, visitation, etc. MONDAYS 5.30 p.m. to 6.45 p.m. in Family Court lobby, ground floor, Government Administration Building, Parliament Street. Further information ( 292-0225.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Allan Vincent Smith Foundation MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Confidential helpline providing information on AIDS, 5.30 p.m. - 9 p.m. ( 295-0002.

Amis Memorial Aftercare FIRST MONDAY each month: Group session for grieving parents, Astwood Hall, Church Street, 5.30 p.m. EVERY THIRD MONDAY: Amis Memorial Chapel's grief support group for others, Astwood Hall, 5.30 p.m.

Further information: Rudell Amis ( 236-7455.

Bereavement Support Group SECOND AND FOURTH MONDAYS: Non-denominational meeting, 2nd room, ground floor, Southampton Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Middle Road, Southampton, 7.30 p.m. Further information: ( 234-1150 after 5 p.m. or 238-1857.

Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH: Support Groups at St. Marks Church Hall, Smiths Parish, 6.30 p.m. All are welcome. ( 293-2649 or 297-0575.

Cardiac Resource Group MONDAYS: Meeting, Extended Care Unit Lower Activities Room, King Edward Hospital, Paget, 7 p.m. Support for those whose lives are affected by heart problems _ their own or someone else's. ( 236-4627 or 292-3526.

Coalition for the Protection of Children 24-hour hot line for those concerned about/wishing to report child abuse. : ( 295-1150.

Institute for Child and Family Health Support groups for non-offending parents of abused children/adult survivors of abuse. Further information: ( 295-1150.

Child and Family Services A child abuse referral line, 239-kids (5437) has been established to help facilitate intake referrals of child abuse. This number is accessible from 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and after hours child abuse calls should be made to the 911 emergency number. The Police will then contact the on call social worker who are on call from 5 p.m. to 8.30 the following morning.

Lupus Association of Bermuda For information ( Gladys Dill at 293-0756, Andrea at 292-2293 or Rose at 234-1867 after 6 p.m.

P.A.L.S (Patients' Assistance League & Service) SECOND WEDNESDAY each month: Volunteers meeting, Dunrossil House, 21 Point Finger Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information ( 236-7257, fax 236-7250.

Reach to Recovery 24-hour Support Line for women in early stages of breast cancer. ( 296-5517.

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

The Fathers' Resource Centre EVERY MONDAY: Meeting for men interested in being better fathers. Issues discussed include custody, visitation, etc. 5.30 p.m.-6.45 p.m., Family Court lobby, ground floor, Government Administration Building. Further information ( 292-0225.

Sickle Cell Foundation Support Group for all whose lives are touched by this disease. Further information: Mrs. Ivena Laurenceo ( 293-8778 days/ 293-2317 evenings.

S.T.A.R. Support for HIV-positive and AIDS-infected persons and their families. Further information: ( 292-5941).

COMMUNITY

Bermuda Islands Association of the Deaf Registered charity providing free educational consultation/counselling to parents of deaf and hard of hearing children by professionals with more than 40 years in the field of deaf education, Linguistic research and behavioural modification. Tutoring available to deaf or hard of hearing students and sign language classes offered to the public for a fee. Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf (TDD) for sale or rent to members and to the public. Membership available, $20 for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, $15 for others. The association meets in the boardroom at the Mariners Club on Richmond Road, Pembroke on the FIRST MONDAY of each month, except July and August. Donations welcome. Fax/TDD 238-8116 or e-mail biadnorthrock.bm.

Bermuda Mediation and Arbitration Association WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS by arrangement: All you want to know about mediation and arbitration by video. Free. Further information ( 292-7800.

Bermuda Society for the Blind MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Sale of wickerwork, 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.

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. Further information ( 292-5320, fax 295-8679.

Community Service Centre MONDAYS 10 a.m. - 12 noon: Free distribution of clothing/miscellaneous items, Midland Heights SDA Church, Crawl.

Emergency Preparedness Survival Seminar MONDAYS, West End School, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Health Seminar MONDAYS: Living Healthy by Dr. Leonard Gibbons; How to Treat Disease Naturally by Gordon Cholmondeley; Natural Home Remedies, Pat Burrows; Health From the Bible and How to Study the Bible by Allan Gilbert. West End Primary School 7 to 9 p.m.

Hands of Love Mission, Camp Hill, Southampton. MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10.30 a.m.. to 5.30 p.m. SATURDAYS: 12 noon to 6.30 p.m. 2nd hand clothing, foodstuffs for the homeless and single parents. Further information: ( 238-7368.

Meet-A-Mum Association Weekly playgroups at different locations throughout the Island. MONDAYS at St. Mary's Church in Warwick from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Cost to attend is $3 for MAMA members and $6 for non-members. There is no charge for your first visit. Snacks and toys are provided. Playgroups are a great way to meet new friends for moms and children alike. MAMA is a registered charity in Bermuda that helps provide support and a strong social network for mothers and nannies

New Islanders Affiliated with the International American Women's Club. Please join us in our monthly get-togethers for new female residents. A wonderful opportunity to meet new women and participate in sporting and other activities. ( Ellen 236-7106.

St. George's Community Centre Evening programmes, Water Street, St. George MONDAY TO THURSDAY: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. FRIDAY/SATURDAY: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.

St. George's Elementary and Visual Arts School SATURDAY school offers extra help/guidance in languages, literature, maths, visual arts. $50 per month. Further information ( 297-1754.

St. George's Community Education School MONDAYS: Drawing and painting course providing students with working knowledge of various media and techniques, especially elements of design spontaneity, use of various themes, experimental discoveries, 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Further information: ( 297-0007 or 297-0892.

St. George's SDA Community Services Free clothing, shoes, etc. Open MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY. Further information: ( 297-1791.

St. David's SDA Community Services Free clothing, shoes, etc. Open WEEKDAYS. Further information: ( Barbara Lamb 297-0891, Vera Pitcher 297-0574.

Bermuda College Library Open DAILY except public holidays. Regular, year-round opening hours: MONDAY to THURSDAY: 8.30 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. FRIDAY: 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. SATURDAY: 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. SUNDAY: 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

ENVIRONMENT

Bermuda Audubon Society Hotline To report environmental problems - especially in connection with birds ( 297-2623.

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

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

Keep Bermuda Beautiful Hotline to report any littering seen throughout the Island ( 295-5142.

Dept. of Agriculture, Fisheries and Parks To report any problems on Government-owned parklands or nature reserves ( Park Ranger's office, 236-5902 anytime.

HOBBIES, MUSIC, RECREATION

Bermuda Boot Scooters Line dancing. Every MONDAY (except public holidays) 7.30 p.m. - 10.30 p.m. With instruction: from 7.30 p.m. - 9 p.m. (Beginners, intermediate and advanced), Police Recreation Club, Devonshire. Admission: $5. Snacks/cash bar available. Further information: Joyce Hayden ( 295-1890, fax: 292-0774.

Bermuda Philharmonic Society Choir MONDAYS: The choir rehearses at the Cathedral from 7.30 to 9.30 p.m. All singers are welcome. (291-6690 for further information.

Somers Isles African Violet Club LAST MONDAY each month: Meeting, Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information Hilary Skerritt ( 295-2121 ext.250.

Western Stars Top Twirlers, Pom-Poms, Majorettes MONDAYS: Practice sessions, St. John's field, Pembroke, 5.30 p.m. -7 p.m. Pom-poms for ages six to 10, majorettes for ages 11 to 15. Anyone interested is welcome. Further information: the club ( 292-3680 evenings, or Miss Romena Woolridge ( 295-7843.

MEETINGS

Eastern Lions Club SECOND AND FOURTH MONDAYS: Supper meeting, Grotto Bay Hotel, Hamilton Parish, 7.30 p.m. New members welcome.

Kiwanis Club of Hamilton SECOND AND FOURTH MONDAYS: Meeting, Ocean View Golf Club, Devonshire, 6 p.m. Further information ( 238-2445 or 295-8697.

Overeaters Anonymous Group MONDAYS: Meeting, St. Paul's Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 6.45 p.m. Further information: ( 234-2277.

Pilot Club of Hamilton Bermuda SECOND MONDAY each month: Business meeting, Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club, Pomander Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information: Peggy Kett ( 293-0747.

Royal Naval Association (Bermuda Branch) THIRD MONDAY EACH MONTH: Meeting, Bermuda Sailors' Home, Richmond Road, Pembroke, 7.45 p.m. Further information ( 236-6089 or 236-7177.

St. George's Rotary Club MONDAYS: Meeting, St. George's Club, St. George, 6.30 p.m. Further information: Winston Esdaille ( 297-1122 days, 297-1885 evenings.

West End Junior Chamber THIRD MONDAY each month: Meeting, Visitors Service Bureau, Main Road, Somerset, 7.30 p.m. All aged 18 to 40 welcome. Further information ( 236-1252 evenings.

Whitney Institute School Association SECOND MONDAY each month: Meeting, school music room, Middle Road, Smith's, 8 p.m. Further information ( 292-1021 days.

Somers Isle African Violet Society LAST MONDAY each month: Meeting, Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information: Hilary Skeritt ( 295-2121.

Francis Patton School PTA THIRD MONDAY each month: Meeting, school auditorium, 7 p.m. Further information: Ms Carla Simmons ( 291-1635 (lv message).

La Maison Francaise des Bermudes WEEKDAYS: French social conversation, 10 a.m. Further information ( 296-5676.

International American Women's Club THIRD MONDAY each month: Luncheon meeting, Stonington Hotel, 11.30 a.m. Guest speaker (except June and December). Further information: ( Melanie 238-0703.

BOLD (Bermuda Overcoming Learning Difficulties) LAST MONDAY each month, Reading Clinic, Serpentine Road. Support advocacy group for parents, teachers and anyone interested in helping children with learning difficulties. Further information: Mair Harris ( 234-0923.

St. George's Rotary Club MONDAYS: Meeting, Mulligan's, St. George's Golf Club, 6.30 p.m. Further information: Philip R. Guishard ( 295-0855 days, 297-0113 evenings

SENIOR CITIZENS

Devonshire Senior Citizens Circle Club MONDAYS: Meeting, Devonshire Seventh Day Adventist Church hall, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All welcome. Further information: Mrs. Ismay Browne ( 292-5486.

Senior Active Club MONDAYS: Meeting, Warwick Community Hall, Middle Road, 1 p.m. Further information: Olive Smith ( 238-1898/Mrs. Mary Paul ( 292-4658.

Hamilton-Smith's Senior Citizens' Club FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS: Meeting, Bethel AME Church lecture hall, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Further information: Ross Manders ( 293-2133.

Men's Breakfast Club SECOND MONDAY each month: Admiralty House Community Centre, Spanish Point, Pembroke, 9.15 a.m. Further information: Ross Manders ( 293-2133/Fred Hassell ( 295-9094.

Sunshine Club MONDAYS: Seventh Day Adventist Centre, Southampton. Further information: Mrs. Brangman ( 238-1080.

SPORTS

Swan's Running Club MONDAYS: Fun run and walk, 5-10 miles. Leaves TCD 6.30 p.m., warm-up 6.15 p.m. ( Lisa Bean 295-5200 for further information.

THRIFT SHOPS

Hands of Love Ministry 12 Cedar Hill, Warwick. MONDAY TO SATURDAY 12 noon to 6 p.m. Further information: ( 238-3236

The Barn MONDAY TO FRIDAY EXCEPT THURSDAY: Reception of clothing/household items in good repair, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. THURSDAYS/SATURDAYS: Sale days 9 a.m. to 12 noon. All at 44 Devon Spring Road, Devonshire. Proceeds to the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda. Further information ( 236-3155.

Thrifty Nook at Hope Homes MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Clothing/other items, Union Street, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Further information ( 292-7206.

The Hangar Boutique Open MONDAY,TUESDAY and FRIDAY from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. All proceeds in aid of patients. Closed public holidays. Further information ( 236-3770.

ALCOHOLISM

Alcoholics Anonymous MONDAYS: Meetings: Wesley Methodist Church, Church Street, 1 p.m. (non-smoking); St. Paul's Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 5.30 p.m. (non-smoking); and Wesley Methodist Church, 8.30 p.m.

(non-smoking, open). For further information on AA ( 236-8293.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Narcotics Anonymous MONDAYS: Meeting, Bermuda Red Cross HQ, 9 Point Finger Road, Paget, 7 to 8 p.m. Further information ( 293-0999.

PHYSICAL ABUSE

Coalition for the Protection of Children A 24-hour hotline at 295-1150 for those who are concerned about or suspect child abuse. Confidentiality assured.

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

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.

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. All inquiries and entries relating to the Bermuda Calendar should be directed to the Lawrence Trott at 295-5881 (Ext. 250) or Fax No. 292-2498.