February 1-3

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, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org

February 3, 10 and 17

Masterworks is holding Studio 183 for teens. Block Printing Workshop from 1.30 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. Session of three classes – $90 non-members, $81 members. Studio 183 is a new offering designed especially for teens to explore various alternative art techniques. To register contact The Masterworks Foundation on 236-2950 or e-mail edumworkslogic.bm or go to www.bermudamasterworks.com and click events.

The Bermuda Reading Association is holding its 23rd annual reading conference at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess. It is open to anyone. The speakers will be Dr. Timothy Shanahan, president of the International Reading Association, Dr. Rachael McCormack, 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 Street 295-0487.

Bermuda National Trust plant and bake sale at Waterville in Paget from 8.30 a.m. until noon.

February 4

The Butterfield & Vallis Run & Walk 2007 There is a race for Under-12s and Over-13s. Nobody under Primary Three. All proceeds go to the BUT Youth Development Projects.

February 7

Bermuda National Gallery Members’ opening, Winter exhibitions, 6 p.m.

The Bermuda Cat Fanciers Association is holding its Annual General Meeting at 7.30 p.m. at the Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens, Paget. Telephone 238-0112 for further information.

Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Lunchtime lecture, Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall. Walk-through of Winter exhibitions with BNG curators David Mitchell/Sophie Cressall, 12.30 p.m. Admission: general $5, members free.

February 8

Bermuda National Gallery PartnerRe lecture: Twins of the Chonin: Kabuki Woodblock Prints, by Noel Chiappa. Reception 5.30 p.m. Lecture 6 p.m. Tickets: members $10, others $20.

February 8-10

Bermuda Festival Opera ? la Carte presents ‘La Boheme’ (set in 1960s), City Hall Theatre, 8 p.m. Tickets: adults $55, students $25. Available: Festival box office adjacent ferry terminal building, Front Street, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org

February 10

La Leche League of Bermuda is holding a meeting at 10.30 a.m. on the First Floor Conference Room at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. The meeting topic is “Preparing for childbirth and the new baby at home”. Free literature and a lending library will be available. Light refreshments will be served. Call 236-1120 for further information.

February 11

The Bermuda National Trust is holding a museum chat at Verdmont with Michael Darling who will talk about porcelain and its place in daily life. He will talk about different types of porcelain and how it may have fit into life at Verdmont. Telephone 236-6483 to reserve a seat. $10 for BNT members and $20 for non-members.

The PALS 19th Annual sponsored walk. Dockyard to Albuoy’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 at 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.

February 12-14

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, noon to 2 p.m. daily except Sunday. Phone bookings during box office hours: 296-5774. Website: www.bermudafestival.org

February 13

L’Alliance Francaise des Bermudes invites everyone to its monthly French film evening at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. In memory of French actor, Philippe Noiret, the film shown will be “Cinema Paradiso”. English sub-titles. Members $4 and non-members $7. 8 p.m. For the pre-movie dinner at Le Bistro (formerly La Coquille) 6.30 p.m. Please book the day before (292-6122. Dinner $29.75 + grats.

February 15-17

The Bermuda National Trust is holding a jumble sale and auction at Whitney Institute. The preview starts on February 15 at 8.30 a.m. and the auction is on February 17 at 9 a.m.

EXHIBITIONS

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. Groups welcome by appointment ( 295-5200 for all information.

Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard ‘Opposites’ (juried members’ show). Until February 10. Admission free. Further information: ( 234-2809 www.artbermuda.bm/home1.html.

Bermuda National Gallery Winter exhibitions (February 7-April 5): 1. New Acquisitions (recent gifts to our collection). 2. The Art of Drama: 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/decorative arts. Admission free. Further information: ( 295-9428 or visit www.bng.bm

Bermuda Society of Arts Onion Gallery: Bermuda Schools art exhibition (paintings, sculpture, papier mach? by public/private school students aged five to 18. Until February 16. Upper level, City Hall. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission free. Further information: ( 292-3824.

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. 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 marmuselogic.bm. Sightseeing section: Open 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Last admissions 4:30 p.m. Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, members free. Museum information: ( 234-1333, or e-mail marmuselogic.bm.

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

Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation (formerly The Interim), Old Elliot School, Jubilee Road, Devonshire. Fibre show features the work of Kathy Harriott, Will Collieson, Jean Rodriguez, Lynn Morrell, Meredith Thatcher, Myra Aubrey and Kaleidoscope founder, Fiona Rose Rodriguez Roberts. Further information: ( 234-6611 e-mail: kaleidoscopenorthrock.bm.

Kafu Gallery: Further information: ( 295-5238, e-mail infokafu.bm or visit www.kafuhairandgallery.bm.

Masterworks Foundation Museum of Bermuda 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. ( 236-2950 or visit www.bermudamasterworks.com.

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

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

Masterworks at Colonial Insurance Foyer Gallery: ‘Recent Gifts and Acquisitions’ plus Dr. Pestana’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.

Rock Island Coffee Further information ( 296-5241.

REGULAR EVENTS/SERVICES

ADULT/CHILD ABUSE

Child and Family Services Referral line to help facilitate intake of abused children. ( 278-9111 from 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. After 5 p.m. ( 911 for Police to contact on-call social worker.

Coalition for the Protection of Children Advice for anyone who is concerned about/suspects a child is being abused. 24-hour hotline service ( 295-1150. Confidentiality assured.

Physical Abuse Centre Housing and recovery support for abused women and their children. 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 signallers for 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 biadtherock.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: ( 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.

The Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY during school year: Kids’ clubs (primary students) and Boys and Girls Clubs of Bermuda (middle/senior students) 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Further information: ( 292-1343.

Church Girls’ Brigade, St. Paul’s Church THURSDAYS: Activities programme, St. Paul’s Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 6.30 p.m. All girls aged five to 14 welcome. Further information: ( 236-0337.

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

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 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, 6 Old Military Road, 3 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Further information: ( 297-1754.

Tae Durham Association for Physically Challenged Children Liases 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. Further information: ( Ivan I. Smith 238-2865, pager 298-8778.

WindReach Recreational Village MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Fully accessible recreational facility at 57 Spice Hill Road, Warwick for special 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.

COMMUNITY

Association of Canadians in Bermuda Regular social events to meet fellow countrymen/keep Canadian culture alive. Further information: www.canadiansinbermuda.bm

Bermuda Junior Service League a women?s organisation promoting volunteerism, developing potential, improving the community. Contact Deborah Titterton Narraway (president) at 332-2575 or e-mail bjslnorthrock.bm.

The Bermuda College will host a lunchtime fine dining programme in the prospect room at 12 noon starting Tuesday September 7 and running until November 24. The last seating is at 12.30. For reservations contact Tiara Symonds at 236-9000 ext 4461.

Bermuda Red Cross Blood Donor Centre THURSDAYS: Donor clinic, 1st floor, King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, Point Finger Road, Paget, 1.30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Donors aged 18 to 70 welcome. For appointment ( 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 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 ( 236-7706 or Fax: 236-7693.

The Centre THURSDAYS: (main office) Free legal advice, Angle Street, Hamilton, 5.30 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. Drop-in service only. (studio): Bermuda African Dance Co. 6 p.m. Table tennis instruction/practise 7.30 p.m. Indoor soccer/pool/table tennis/foozeball/air hockey, 3, Angle Street, 5.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Further information: ( 292-1343.

New Islanders MONTHLY socials for new female residents to meet other women/participate in sporting/ other activities. Further information: ( 291-0387.

St. George’s Community Centre Evening programmes: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., SATURDAY/SUNDAY: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Further information: ( 297-1754.

St. John Ambulance Brigade TUESDAYS/THURSDAYS: First Aid/CPR classes 6.00 to 9.00 p.m., SATURDAYS 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m., 21 Point Finger Road, Paget. Further information: ( 236-7831.

EVENT PLANNING

Bermuda Diary Free public service to help event planners avoid conflicting dates. Further information ( 236-3570 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

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/problems ( 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.

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

HOBBIES, MUSIC

Bermuda Quilters Guild THIRD THURSDAY each month (except July/August), Peace Lutheran Church hall, South Shore Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Visitors welcome. Further information: Gloria Pearman ( 234-1209, Ann King ( 234-2034.

Bermuda Guild of Stitchery FIRST THURSDAY each month (October to June) Working meetings, Peace Lutheran Church Hall, South Road, Paget, 9.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Further information: Kathy Faries ( 295-2707. All welcome.

Bermuda Philharmonic Society Orchestra THURSDAYS: Orchestra rehearsal, music department, CedarBridge Academy, Devonshire, 7.30 p.m. All musicians are welcome. Further information: Dr. Burgess ( 293-4856.

MEETINGS

Altrusa Club of Bermuda THIRD THURSDAY each month, TB & Cancer HQ, Point Finger Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information: ( Marguerite Lovell ( 236-4083 or e-mail altrusalobic.bm

Bermuda Bee Keepers Association LAST THURSDAY each month (unless otherwise scheduled), Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens, Paget, 8 p.m. Further information: Thomas Sinclair ( 293-4508/Randolph Furbert ( 293-0031, cell 292-4611.

Bermuda Institute of Advanced Motorists SECOND THURSDAY alternate months, beginning in January, Peace Lutheran Church hall, South Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. New members always welcome. Further information: Chris Maiden ( 298-3295. e-mail: secretary biam.bm, or visit website www.biam.bm

Kiwanis Club of St. George’s FIRST THURSDAY each month: Ebenezer Methodist Church hall, 7 p.m. THIRD THURSDAY St. George’s Club, St. George’s, 7 p.m. Further information: Gary Kent-Smith (secretary) ( 292-3033 days.

Kiwanis Club of Sandys SECOND THURSDAY each month: Sandys Community Centre, Main Road, Sandys, 8 p.m. Further information: Geoffrey Butler-Durrant ( 234-3937/Sheila Wilkinson ( 234-1546.

Bermuda Orchid Society THIRD THURSDAY each month: Horticultural Hall, Botanical Gardens, Paget 8 p.m. Further information: ( 234-2154.

Pembroke Rotary Club THURSDAYS: Breakfast meeting, Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, Albouy’s Point, Hamilton, 7.15 a.m.

Somers Lioness Club THIRD THURSDAY each month: ‘The Last Tee’ restaurant, Ocean View Golf Club, Devonshire, 6 p.m.

READING

Bermuda College Library DAILY except public holidays. Open to all. 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.m., SATURDAYS 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m., SUNDAYS 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Further information: ( 239-4033.

Bermuda National Library DAILY 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, Hamilton. MONDAY TO THURSDAY, SATURDAYS: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. FRIDAYS: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Further information ( 295-0487.

CedarBridge Academy Library MONDAY TO FRIDAY during term time only. Open to students/their parents 8 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Librarians available to assist in various ways. Parents of CBA students may also check out books for reading pleasure/professional growth.

Mobile Library Service For schedule ( 295-2905.

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 (except Christmas 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). Members free with valid admission card. Further information: (293-2727.

Bermuda Historical Society Museum Open daily: Former home of the Perot family now housing large collection of Bermudiana including portraits, furniture, silver, ship models and clocks. Par-la-Ville Park (adjacent Perot Post Office), Queen Street. Open weekdays. Admission free, but donations appreciated. Tour groups by appointment.( 295-2487.

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 weekdays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed weekends and public holidays. Admission: $2 for children and $5 for adults.

Bermuda Lectures and Tours Walking tours with leading Island guide. Cover local history, architecture, wildlife. Further information ( 234-4082.

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. Bastions, cannons, shipwreck artefacts, local watercrafts, maritime art, spectacular views and dolphin encounters are all found in Bermuda’s largest fort. Check on the museum website for changing exhibits. 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 marmuselogic.bm.

Bermuda Rose Society DAILY: Repository garden, at ‘Waterville’ (Bermuda National Trust HQ), Pomander Road, Paget. Admission free.

Bermuda National Trust Museums: Verdmont TUESDAY TO SATURDAY: Early 18th-century 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 commemorating prominent Tucker family, Water Street, St. George’s. Displays include tribute to Joseph Rainey, Bermuda barber/first black US Congressman; exemplary 18th century portraits, furniture, silver; archaeological 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. St. George’s. Open 10 a.m. to 4 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 “Waterville” MONDAY TO FRIDAY: 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 ( 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 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, 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: infobuei.org website:www.buei.org .

Craft Market at Dockyard DAILY: Cooperage Building opposite Bermuda Maritime Museum, Dockyard, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local crafts for sale and daily demonstrations. Further information ( 234-3208.

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

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

St. David’s Island Historical Society Carter House 17th century house believed to be oldest dwelling in St. David’s. Features history of St. David’s Island and its people, at Southside. Open April to October on TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. SECOND SUNDAY each month 12 noon to 4 p.m. Admission $2. Further information: ( 293-5960.

SENIOR CITIZENS

Salvation Army White Hill Corps Seniors’ Drop-In Centre THURSDAYS: Relaxing programme for area seniors 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Further 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. Further information: ( 295-9094.

Friendship Club THIRD THURSDAY each month, Hinson Cooper room, St. John’s Church, Pembroke, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Further information: Lois Wilkin ( 292-4381.

SPORT/RECREATION

Swan’s Running Club meets Thursdays at 6.30 p.m. at the National Stadium and also Tuesdays at the Transport Control Department (TCD) at 6.30 p.m. . Runners of all standards welcome.

Mid-Island Striders Track Club MONDAY TO THURSDAY Training for teenagers and up, National Stadium, Devonshire, 4 p.m. to 4.45 p.m. Further information: Bill Euler ( 799-2455.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Alcoholics Anonymous THURSDAYS: Ladies’ meeting (closed, non-smoking), Chamber of Commerce board room, Front Street, 1 p.m. Turning Point Group (closed, non-smoking): St. Brendan’s Hospital, Devon Spring Road, Devonshire, 2.30 p.m. Young & The Restless Group (closed, non-smoking): St. Paul’s Christian Education Centre, Middle Road, Paget, 5.30 p.m. St. David’s Step Group (open, non- smoking): Chapel of Ease, St. David’s, 7 p.m. Further information on AA: ( 297-0965 or visit website www.aa.bm

Narcotics Anonymous THURSDAYS: Faith Group (closed, no smoking/eating), Turning Point, St. Brendan’s Hospital, 44 Devon Spring Road, Devonshire, 7 p.m. Further information: ( 293-0999.

SUPPORT GROUPS

The Hangar Boutique located in the lower level of the Mid -Atlantic Wellness Institute (formerly St. Brendan’s Hospital). Open Monday to Friday, 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.Open to all, wheelchair accessible. All proceeds to programmes amenities for clients.Contact: 236-3770 ext 3208. No clothing donations taken during last week of November to second week of January.

Bermuda Asthma and Allergy Support Group LAST THURSDAY each month: Meeting. For venue/further information: Jenefer Brimmer ( 292-9258.

Institute for Child and Family Health Support groups for children and their families who have suffered the effects of psychological trauma. Further information: ( 295-1150.

Just Between Us MONTHLY: Informal self-help support group for women who have had breast cancer. Further information: Marian Holland ( 295-3051/Daisy McMaster ( 292-1522.

Lupus Association of Bermuda For information: Margaret Wade, support coordinator ( 234-1080, Amanda/Gladys Dill ( 293-0756.

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

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.

THRIFT SHOPS

Hands of Love Mission Camp Hill, Southampton. Free distribution of second-hand clothing and foodstuffs to the homeless/single parents. Open MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m., SATURDAYS 12.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. Further information: ( 238-7368.

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. Proceeds to the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda. Further information: ( 236-3155.

Seventh-Day Adventist Churches MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS: Southside, St. David’s 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reception/distribution 2nd hand clothing. TUESDAYS/THURSDAYS: 32 Glebe Road, Pembroke 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Further information: ( 292-4110.

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. The changing, one-time only daily event section is still open, but the regular, fixed-event section is now closed due to space restrictions. Please direct all Bermuda Calendar inquiries/entries to Lifestyle section ( 278-0150, email lifestyleroyalgazette.bm or fax 292-2498.