November 4

Poetry Night Meet Bermuda's young poets in a casual and intimate environment at the National Gallery. The line-up includes well-known poets Alan Smith, Laurel Monkman, Lauren Francis, Crystal Smith among others; we will also be introducing Sharla Bean, one of the Island's youngest talents who is currently a student at CedarBridge Academy. Parents should encourage their mature students to come along for the evening 5.30 p.m. reception for 6 p.m. performance. Tickets: $20; Members: $15; Students: $5. Call to reserve or pay at the door. 295-9428 for more information.

New Talent Explosion Presented by Marcelle Clamens, at the City Hall Theatre, 7.30 p.m. The event will feature classical, gospel, R&B, Reggae and there will be special performances by Dion Flash, classical pianist, Zalika Millet, modern dance, Mitchell Trott, tap dancing, Hosts are Dwayne and Wayne Caines. Tickets are being sold the Seventh Day Adventist Book Centre, the Music Box and the Christian Book Store. General admission $25.

The Rose Garden Gallery, Botanical Gardens Ongoing - Karl Struss - Early 20th century photographs of Bermuda Life. November 4 - 5.30 - 7 p.m. Book launch - Limited edition vintage photo album ‘Bermuda 1897'.

November 5 through November 7

Bermuda Magic hosts Hypnotic Comedy of Hypnotist Boris of Canada at City Hall. Show time: 8 p.m. nightly. Tickets: $35. Available from City Hall Theatre, Online: www.boxoffice.bm., The Metaphysical book Store, Reid Street East 295 5683 from October 4. Group Sales: bermudamagichotmail.com (10 or more) Bacardi Cash Bar, other goodies on Sale Great Family fun, Get your laugh on, Bring your crew. This is a specialised Youth Arts Charity & Bermuda Magic Production.

November 6

World Rugby Classic kicks off with annual street party. The 2004 World Rugby Classic begins on Saturday night, with the 2nd Annual Street Party. Starting at 6.30 p.m. the whole of Bermudiana Road, in Hamilton, will be closed to traffic for another great World Rugby Classic event. The Lobster Pot, Little Venice, L'Oriental, Portofino and Blue Dragon/Pasta Basta will be offering “al fresco” dining with special menus representing their traditional fare at special prices. Big Paul, the Classic's ultimate D.J. will be there and so will the Bermuda Pipe and Drum Band. Everyone is welcome and admission is free.

The Bermuda Folk Club presents “Canadian Night” at 8 p.m. Come out and enjoy live music at the Old Colony Club on Trott Road in Hamilton. Everyone is welcome. Cost $5 members and $8 non-members. For more information call 291-2070 or visit the website at www.folkclub.bm.

Somerset Seventh Day Adventist Church: Dr. Alicia Stovell consultant eye surgeon will be giving a presentation on eye health at 4.30 p.m.

November 7

One Vision Promotions will be holding a walk -a - thon in aid of another One Vision Community Football Tournament for the Hamilton Parish community. The walk will depart at 8.30 a.m. from Shelly Bay Parking Lot to Blue Hole Hill and back to Shelly Bay. Donations will be greatly appreciated in order to raise funds for necessary equipment. Everybody, Come out and Walk, walk, walk, ‘Cause Walking is Good4U.' For pledge forms and more info, please call 293-3830.

Friends of Hospice and Agape House, Bermuda's only facility for the terminally ill, will sponsor a fund raising event, “A Walk to Remember” to honour patients and former patients: 2 p.m. at the Visitors Centre, Botanical Gardens. Pledge forms are available at Bank of Bermuda, C Travel, Hungry Bear, Rock Island Coffee, King Edward and Agape House or on line at www.agapehouse.bm ( 232-0859 for more info.

Our Historical Heart Beats presents A Tribute to Bermuda's War Veterans in partnership with Bermuda Maritime Museum. Open House between 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Bermuda's Defence Heritage Exhibit at the award-winning Commissioner's House at the Bermuda Maritime Museum. Step into more than 350 years of Bermuda's Military History and hear the stories of local war veterans of the First and Second World Wars will feature tributes to our war veterans and the Somerset Brigade Band. For more information call Department of Cultural Affairs on 292-9447.

November 8

The SPCA Annual General Meeting will be held at the Visitor's Centre, at the Botanical Gardens at 6.30 p.m. All are welcome for cocktails from 5.30. The guest speaker will be Bel Browning, RSPCA Education Officer of Mallyhams Wood, England.

The alumni in Bermuda of The University of Buckingham in the United Kingdom will be holding a reception for vice chancellor of the University, Dr. Terence Kealey, and one of the professors in the faculty of law, Dr. Mary Welstead at the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club, in Paget, at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 and for more information ( Leopold Mills at Trott & Duncan 295-7444 or evenings at home on 295-3936 or e-mail velnmillsibl.bm.

November 9

L'Alliance Francaise des Bermudes invites all to a French film evening at the B.U.E.I. (Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute) at 8.00 p.m. The film shown will be “Les uns et les autres” (177 minutes) by Claude Lelouch with Geraldine Chaplin, Fanny Ardant and Robert Hossein. English sub-titles. Members $4 and non-members $7.

Seminar for Teachers on Japanese Art, Culture and Traditions Organised by the BNG for the Bermuda Union of Teachers. Teachers sign up through the BUT12.30 p.m. - 3.30 p.m.

NOVEMBER 10 - 13

Not The Um Um Productions Ltd. presents Double X “Comical History Tour” 20 years of our favourites at the Fairmont Southampton Princess Mid-Ocean Amphitheatre. SOLD OUT.

NOVEMBER 10

Bermuda National Gallery Wednesday Lunchtime Series weekly 12.30 - 1:30 p.m. Admission free. The Story Begins: 1503-1684 Bermuda Millennium Historical Film Series The Sea Venture wreck, early life on the island, the Bermuda Company and the beginning of slavery. 30 minute video presentation.

NOVEMBER 13

The Bermuda Farmers Market is calling all singers and musicians who want to perform at the re-opening to come along. If you can spare half an hour on the 13th or any other Saturday between 8 a.m. and noon you will be a welcome addition to the market atmosphere. Let Francis Eddy know on franceseddyibl.bm what time you would like to come. Amplification is not essential, but if electricity is needed they have facilities.

NOVEMBER 13

Bermuda Culinary Arts Festival Event The third preliminary round of the Escoffier Cup 2004 cooking competition at International Imports on Par-la-Ville Road. Audience members receive wine and samples of the chefs' dishes. Tickets are $50 and are available from International Imports. The final will be held on November 13 at the Bermuda Culinary Arts Festival at the Fairmont Southampton Princess from November 10-16. For more information about the Festival, a schedule of events and reservations please visit www.bermudaculinaryarts.com or call 295-2508.

NOVEMBER 13

The Bermuda Guild of Stitchery presents a show of work and a sale of handmade items at the Mount Saint Agnes auditorium from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are $5. Refreshments and all proceeds are donated to PALS. For more information, contact Gail Rego at 236-3410.

For the calendar e-mail entries to Ren? Hill rhillroyalgazette.bm. or 295-5881 ext. 154.

EVENT PLANNING

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

SIGHTSEEING

Anglican Cathedral Tower MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Spectacular views of Hamilton and beyond, Church Street, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets $3 from 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 five 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, Paget, THURSDAY morning series of talks, walks and demonstrations. 10 a.m. Call 236-5291 for weekly details or fax 236-8970 for further information and membership.

Bermuda Lectures and Tours Walking tours by one of the Island's leading guides. Tours cover local history, architecture and wildlife. ( 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 9:30a.m. to 5pm. Last admission 4 p.m. Admission: adults $10, seniors $8, children $5 (under 5s free). Membership: family $50, single $30. Museum information 234-1418. Dolphin Quest 234-4464 or www.dolphinquest.org

Bermuda Rose Society Repository Garden in the Gardens at Waterville. Open daily year round. Everyone welcome.

Bermuda National Trust Museums: Globe Hotel One of Bermuda's oldest stone buildings dating from c 1700. “Exhibit Rogues and Runners - Bermuda and the American Civil War'' explores era of blockade running in St. George's. Video presentation, “Bermuda, Centre of the Atlantic,'' traces Island's early history. MONDAY TO SATURDAY, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $4.

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. Admission $2. For 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 Mondays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. Children $2.

Tucker House: Mid-18th century home on Water Street, St. George's. Commemorates 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 exemplary collection of 18th-century portraits, furniture and silver (most of which descended through the Tucker family) and archaeological exhibit showcasing results of an extensive three-year excavation in the basement. Kitchen furnished as it once was. Open MONDAY TO SATURDAY 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $3. Verdmont: A treasure trove of antiques. TUESDAY TO SATURDAY 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $3. A Combination ticket to all three museums $5. Students $2 (ID required for college students), National Trust members free with valid membership card.

Waterville: Eighteenth-century house now HQ of Bermuda National Trust, Pomander Road, Paget. Two main reception rooms/spacious garden open to public MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9 a.m. to 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 & 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.

Craft Market at Dockyard DAILY: Cooperage Building opposite Bermuda Maritime Museum, Dockyard, 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, 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Admission $5 for adults, $2 for children under 12-years-old.

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

Bermuda Historical Society Museum Open MONDAY to SATURDAY 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. in Par-La-Ville Park next to Perot Post Office on Queen Street. Once the home of the Perot family, the museum has a large collection of Bermudiana including portraits, furniture, silver, ship models and clocks. Admission free but donations appreciated. Tour groups by appointment. Call 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 the world, by Bermudian Jack Lightbourn. Visit one of Bermuda's finest collections of artefacts in the Teddy Tucker Shipwreck Gallery, and take home a unique souvenir from Oceans Gift Shop. Open: Daily 9 am - 5 p.m., weekends 10 am - 5p.m. (last admission 4 p.m.) Closed Christmas Day. Phone: 297-7314, Fax: 236-6141, email: infobuei.org. website: www.buei.org

The Bermudian Heritage Museum Situated on corner of York and Water Streets, St. George's. Open TUESDAY to SATURDAY 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission $3. Donations gratefully accepted. Group tours pre-arranged. Gift Shop carries a large array of reasonably priced Bermuda made items and books by local authors. ( 297-4126.

EACH WEEK OR MONTH

READING

Bermuda National Library Main Library, 12 Queen Street, Hamilton. Winter hours (until June 29, 2003): 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 ( the adult library at 295-2905.

The Bermuda Youth Library 74 Church Street, Hamilton. MONDAY-THURSDAYs and SATURDAYS 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and FRIDAYs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Further information ( 295-0487.

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 for opening hours at 239-4033.

CedarBridge Academy Library Open to students and their parents, MONDAY to FRIDAY 8 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. DURING THE SCHOOL TERMS. 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

Bermuda Boys' Brigade A Christian organisation for boys ages five to 18. 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

The Centre Kids' Clubs for 7-10 year olds (primary school). MONDAY through FRIDAY, 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.

Church Girls' Brigade, St. Paul's Church THURSDAYS: Meeting, St. Paul's Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 6.30 p.m. All girls aged five to 14 welcome. For further information ( 236-0337.

Committee of 25 for Handicapped Children Registered charity providing aid for handicapped children. For further information ( 292-4324 between 8.30 a.m. and 12 noon Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday.

Institute for Child and Family Health Treatment for children and their families who have suffered the effects of psychological trauma. For further information ( 295-1150.

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

P.A.R.E.N.T.S `Having trouble with your children? Your not the only one.' Meet with other parents and get some new ideas. Call 292-6148 for information.

St. George's Community Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY. After-school programme for children aged five to 12, #6 Old Military Road, 3 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. For further information ( 297-1754.

Tae Durham Association for Physically Challenged Children Cooperates 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 always appreciated. Govt. registered charity. Further information: ( Ivan I. Smith 238-2865, pager 298-8778.

The Centre MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Recreational Activities for children and adults, Angle Street, Hamilton, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. After School Care, 5 to 12 years old, 3 to 6 p.m. MONDAY TO FRIDAY. ( 292-1343.

Bermuda Riding for the Disabled Ltd. TUESDAY 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 needed, although helpful. Donations always welcomed. For more information ( 238-7433 or fax 238-7434.

WindReach is a fully accessible Recreational Village at 57 Spice Hill Road, Warwick. September 13 our new hours will be 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Book now at 238-2469 for our Petting Zoo Tours, Sensory Room, Birthday Parties, Hall Rentals, and Camp Ground.

COMMUNITY

Bermuda Feline Assistance Bureau FIRST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH: Meeting, “Shorelands'' at the Bermuda Aquarium, 6 p.m. For more information ( 291-1737.

Bermuda Junior Service League The BJSL is an organisation of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women and improving the community in which we live. Interested in joining and for more information please contact Deborah Titterton Narraway at dnarrawaymyoffice.bm or 777-0822.

Bermuda Red Cross Blood Bank THURSDAYS: Blood donor clinic, 1st floor, King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, Point Finger Road, Paget, 1.30 p.m. to 3.30 p.m.

Donors aged 18 to 70 needed. For appointments ( 236-5067.

Bermuda Society for the Blind MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Hand-made wickerwork, stools, baskets and other items sold at Beacon House, Dundonald Street, 9 a.m.

to 4 p.m. (( 292-3211). All proceeds to the blind.

Centre on Philanthropy A 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. For more information ( 292-5320 or fax 295-8679.

The Centre THURSDAYS: Free legal advice, Angle Street, Hamilton, 5.30 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. Drop-in service only to 7 p.m. (( 292-1343).

Community Service Centre THURSDAYS 10 a.m. to noon: Free distribution of clothing and miscellaneous items at the Midland Heights SDA Church, Crawl Hill.

Hands of Love Mission Camp Hill, Southampton. MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. SATURDAYS 12 noon to 6.30 p.m. 2nd hand clothing/foodstuffs for the homeless and single parents. ( 238-7368.

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. ( 291-0387.

The Salvation Army Adult Drop-In Centre. Hamilton Citadel, 10 North Street. THURSDAYS, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lunch and snacks there is no charge. The loosely structured programme will stimulate the body, mind and soul. All adults are welcomed.

St. George's Community Centre THURSDAYS: Low-impact aerobics with Kim Anderson, 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Evening programmes, Water Street, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Friday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

St. John Ambulance Brigade First Aid and CPR classes TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 6.00 - 9.00 p.m. and SATURDAYS 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. 21 Point Finger Road, Paget. Donations welcome. ( 236-7831.

TOPS THURSDAYS: Allen Temple Church Hall, Sound View Road, Somerset, 6.30 p.m.; Somers Isles Lodge, Hog Bay Level, Southampton, 6.30 p.m.; St. George's Community Centre, 6.30 p.m. For further information ( 236-0762 (Southampton) or 297-0249 (St. George's).

The Bermuda College Library is open EVERY DAY except public holidays. The college library's regular, year-round opening hours are as follows: SUNDAYS 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., MONDAYS to THURSDAYS 8.30 a.m. to 8.30 p.m., FRIDAYS 8.30 a.m.

to 4.30 p.m. and SATURDAYS 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.

ENVIRONMENT

Bermuda Audubon Society To report environmental problems (especially in connection with birds) ( 292-1920 or 235-5513.

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

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

Keep Bermuda Beautiful To report any littering seen through the Island ( 295-5142.

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

HOBBIES, MUSIC, POETRY and RECREATION

Aerobics Dance Police Club, Prospect on TUESDAY and THURSDAY 5.30 to 6.30 p.m. A fun way to exercise - 24 classes $170. All welcome. For further information ( 236-6608.

Bermuda Quilters Guild Meets the THIRD THURSDAY each month (October to June) 7.30 p.m., and first Tuesday each month (1.30 p.m.) at Peace Lutheran Church hall, South Shore Road, Paget. Visitors and beginners welcome. ( Kathy Faries at 232-5909 for more information.

Bermuda Guild of Stitchery FIRST THURSDAY each month (October to June): Meeting, Peace Lutheran Church Hall, South Road, Paget, 9.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Visitors and beginners welcome. For further information ( Mrs. Kathy Faries at 295-2707. All are welcome.

Bermuda Philharmonic Society Orchestra THURSDAYS: Orchestra rehearses from 7.30 to 9.30 p.m. at the music department of CedarBridge Academy. All musicians are welcome. ( 291-6690 for further information.

Bermuda Quilters Guild THIRD THURSDAY each month: Working meeting, Peace Lutheran Church hall, South Shore Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Beginners half hour before scheduled time. For further information ( 236-5123 or 295-2925. NO MEETINGS IN AUGUST!

National Dance Theatre of Bermuda TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS each month: A exciting new concept, a different class every month. For more information ( 239-4091.

MEETINGS/TALKS

Altrusa Club of Bermuda THIRD THURSDAY each month: Business meeting, 7.30 p.m. Red Cross headquarters. ( Mrs. Jan Swan 292-7563.

Bermuda Counsellors Association SECOND THURSDAY each month. Meetings are held at BIU building at 4.30 p.m. Guest speakers present topics of concern to counsellors and organisation activities are discussed.

Bermuda Feline Assistance Bureau FIRST THURSDAY each month: Meetings are held at CCS boardroom, Mintflower Place, #8 Par-La-Ville Road, Hamilton. For further information ( 291-1737 or 238-1130.

Bermuda Institute of Advanced Motorists SECOND THURSDAY each month: Peace Lutheran Church hall, South Shore Road, Paget, 8 p.m. New members welcome. For further information ( 236-5151 and leave message.

Bermuda Technical Institute Association SECOND THURSDAY each month: Luncheon, Mariners' Club, Richmond Road, Pembroke, 12 noon. For further information ( voice mail at 295-0044.

Elliott School Ex-Students Association LAST THURSDAY each month: Meeting, old Elliott school, Jubilee Road, Devonshire, 8 p.m.

Healthwatch THIRD THURSDAY each month: Belvedere Building, Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke, 5.30 p.m. For further information ( 291-1069.

Kiwanis Club of St. George's FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAYS: St. George's Club, St. George's, 6 p.m. For further information ( president Lily Oatley at 297-0629.

Kiwanis Club of Sandys SECOND THURSDAY each month: Meeting, Sandys Secondary School library, 8 p.m. For further information ( Geoffrey Butler-Durrant at 234-3937 or Sheila Wilkinson at 234-1546.

Overeaters Anonymous EVERY THURSDAY: 6.45 p.m. St. Paul's in Paget. For more information ( 234-2277.

Pembroke Rotary Club THURSDAYS: Breakfast meeting, The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club in Hamilton, 7.30 a.m.

Poetry Open Mike Night: ALTERNATE THURSDAYS until December 11. All ages (inc. children) welcome. Admission free. Held at Student Hall, Bermuda College, South Road, Paget, 6.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contribute or listen. Further information: Ms Vernette Dorian ( 293-6269.

Somers Lioness Club THIRD THURSDAY each month. Meeting, “The Last Tee'' Restaurant, Ocean View Golf Club, Devonshire, 6 p.m.

Transcendental Mediation FIRST THURSDAY EACH MONTH for persons interested in learning or re-starting the TM technique. Chamber of Commerce Boardroom, 7.3- p.m. All welcomed. Admission free. For more information ( Dr. Brian Horsfield at 238-0059.

Bermuda Orchid Society THIRD THURSDAY each month: Meeting held at the Horticulture Hall at the Botanical Gardens at 8 p.m. For more information ( 234-2154. {Bermuda Bee Keepers Association} LAST THURSDAY each month, 8 p.m. at the Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens. For more information ( 293-2044.

Bermuda Counsellor's Association SECOND THURSDAY each month at 4.30 p.m. at the BIU Building, second floor. All helping professionals are invited to attend.

Christian Businessmen's Fellowship EVERY THURSDAY at 12.30 p.m., Campbell Room, Wesley Methodist Church, Church Street. This is a non-denominational opportunity for any Christian businessman resident in or visiting Bermuda to talk, debate and enjoy fellowship during the business week. For more information ( Tony Forster at (w) 295-0198 (h) 292-20593 or Roger Scotton at (w) 292-8515 or (h) 293-2497.

SENIOR CITIZENS

Seniors' Drop In Centre THURSDAYS from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: The Salvation Army, White Hill Corps, host a relaxing programme for Seniors in their community. For more information ( 234-0623.

Senior Islanders' Club THURSDAYS: Health and Recreation programme, Admiralty House Community Centre, Spanish Point, Pembroke, 10.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Lunch 12:30 p.m..

St. John's Friendship Club for Senior Citizens THIRD THURSDAY each month, Hinson Cooper Room, St. John's Church, Pembroke, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For further information ( Mrs. Lois Wilkin at 292-4381 or Mrs. Olive Hart at 292-3621.