Today

‘St. Paul’s Church, Paget presents ‘Christmas with Kerri-Lynne and Friends’,a benefit concert of light music featuring Kerri-Lynne Dietz, mezzo-soprano, Adrian Ridgeway, organist, and others at 7.30 p.m. Reception following. Tickets Adults $20, Students $10, available from St. Paul’s Church Office and at the door.

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The Bermuda National Gallery Christmas movie week continues with A Christmas Carol: The Musical with Kelsey Grammer (“Frasier”) brings Ebenezer Scrooge to life in this musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic tale. During a Christmas Eve dream that Scrooge is visited by three Christmas ghosts: Past, the life he has lived and the future consequences of that life. Shown at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. $5 per person or $10 per family.

>The Bermuda National Gallery Christmas movie week continues with It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie. Have yourself a very merry Muppet Christmas with this all-new holiday movie starring Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and the whole Muppet gang — plus a celebrity cast featuring David Arquette, Joan Cusack and Whoopi Goldberg, with cameos by Matthew Lillard, Wiliam H. Macy. Carson Daly, Kelly Ripa, Joe Rogan, Molly Shannon and the cast of “Scrubs”! Shown at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. $5 per person or $10 per family. Members free.

Photos with Santa Claus at the Annex Toys Headquarters on Reid Street from 7 to 9 p.m.

December 27, 28, 29 and $>

Masterworks is holding free art classes for all ages and skills. Morning and afternoon sessions will be held at MMBA in the Botanical Gardens, as well as demonstrations by local artists and artisans. All events and workshops are free and open to all. For more information go to www.bermudamasterworks.comEXHIBITIONS

ACE Galleries: (HQ Buildin <$>Solo exhibition oil paintings (landscapes, seascapes, abstracts) by Sheilagh Head, ACE Global Headquarters, 17 Woodbourne Avenue, Pembroke. Until December 22. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission free. Groups welcome by appointment >(<$> 295-520

Berkeley Institute<$> Paintings and sculptures by Charles Lloyd Tucker, main atrium floor, Berkeley Road, Pembroke, 12 noon to 6 p.m. Until November 17. Further information: Gary Philli(<$> 236-2219.

Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard Winter Open

With the holiday season upon us, the gallery is open to subject matter and medium — small, large, paint, sculpture, photography, the sky’s the limit. This will be a juried show. Admission freeurther information: (<$> 234-2809 www.artbermuda.bm/home1.html.

Bermuda National Gallery Main gallery: ‘The Young Collection: An Enduring Legacy. Watlington Room: ‘Rembrandt Etchings: Impressions of Genius 1606-1006 Celebrating 400 Years’. Both exitions until January 5, 2007. Ondaatje Wing: Revolving exhibition ‘The Bermuda Collection: 350 years of art in Bermuda’ — history traced through the development of fine/decorative arts. Admission fr Further information: (<$> 295-9428 or visit www.bng.bm.

Bermuda Showcase (Lighthouse Tearoom) Ongoing at The Lighthouse Restaurant is a delightful and realistically priced selection of artwork by some of our artist friends. Represented are Vernon Clarke, Deirdre Furtado, Milton Hill Sr., Chris Marson, Chris Grimes, Marlene Jantzen and Lindsey George. More information at: www.bermudashowcase.com. Open daily 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All welcome. Fuer information: www.bermudashowcase.bm or (<$><$>238-8679.

Bermuda Society of Arts Onions Gallery: 3-D Show featuring the works of many of Bermuda’s premier artists. Edinburgh Gary: Chris Grimes with portraits and paintings of oBermuda. Pixels and Poems<$> and Members Winter’s Show <$>opens on Friday. Jazz, free rum and cookies. Upper level, City Hall. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday toturday. 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 2007. Open daily 9:30am to 5pm (last admission 4:30pm). Admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, free for members. Museum information tel. 234-1333, www.bmm.bm, e-mail marmuse[AT]logic.bm. Sightseeing section: Open 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Last admissions 4:30 p.m. Admission: $1dults, $8 seniors, $5 children, members free. Museum infotion: (<$> 234-1333, or email marmuse[AT]logic.bm.

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

Lighthouse Gallery Art for Christmas Giving. (Lighthouse Tearoom) Ongoing at The Lighthouse Restaurant is a delightful and realistically priced selection of artwork by some of our artist friends. Represented are Vernon Clarke, Deirdre Furtado, Milton Hill Sr., Chris Marson, Chris Grimes, Marlene Jantzen and Lindsey George. More information at: www.mudashowcase.com. Open daily 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Alelcome. Further information: www.bermudashowcase.bm or (<$><$>238-8679.

Visitors’ Service Centre, <$>Botanical Gardens, Paget: ‘Seeing the Unseen’ — nature photograpby Ras Mykkal Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. All images are for sale, with part proceeds to Yusef Bremmer’s medical expenses.

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 Morr, Meredith Thatcher, Myra Aubrey and Kaleidose founder, Fiona Rose Rodriguez Roberts. Fuer information: (<$> 234-6611 email: kaleidoscope[AT]northrock.bm.

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

Masterworks Foundation Museum of Bermuda Art, <$>Botanical dens, Paget. Rose Garden Gallery: Artist-in-Residence Lynda Shalagan in the Rose Garden Gallery. West Gallery: Cherie Richardson (photography). “African Masks” <$>created by The Berkeley Institute art students opens on Friday.se Garden Gallery until December 22. Gallery hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 12 noon Saturdays. Admission free. Further information: 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.

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

Masterworks at Colonial Insurance Foyeallery: ‘Recent Gifts and Acquisitions’ (fiscal year 2003-2004) plus Dr. Pestana̵ lead soldiers exhibit. Open Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. 5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2m. Admission free.

Rock Island Coffee Jon Legere until December 31. rther information (<$> 296-52

REGULAR EVENTS/SERVICES

ADULT/CHILD ABUSE<$>

Childd 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.

Parents Anonymous Bermuda <$>P.A.R.E.N.T.S Can your kids really push your buttons? Want other parents to talk to? Come join us September to June Come to a P.A. Group. Parents can freely share their questions, concerns, proms, and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Meet on Wednesdays 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Provia children’s program by request for age five years & up. Old Woodlands School, Mount Hill, Pembroke, 6 p.m, 8 p.m. (<$> 292-6147 292-6148 Meetings are held from September to June, closed July and August.

Coalition for the Protection of ldren<$> Advice for ane concerned about or who suspects a child is being abused. 24-hour hotline (<$> 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. n 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 wele. Fee: monthly $10, yearly $90urther information: Fax/TDD 238-8116 or e-mail biad[AT]therock.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.

BermuRiding for the Disabled Ltd.<$> MONDAY TO FRIDAY at Windreach Village, 57 Spicell Road, Warwick. Equestrian therapy programme for children with special needs. Voleers required in all areas, particularly during the school day. Horse experience unnecessary but helpful. Donationslcomed. Further information: <$fngdings-Regular">( <$>238-7433, fax 238-7434.

The Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY during school yeaKids’ clubs (primary school students), Boys and Girls Clubs of Bermuda (middle/senior school students), 3 Angle Street, 4.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. Further information: (<$> 29343.

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<$> Free information, encouragement and support for pregn/breastfeeding women. Further information: (<$> 236-1120.

Tae Durham Assn. for Physically Challenged Children Liaises with other charities to help disabled children whose everyday needs are otherwise unmet by unavailable from larger charities. Also supplies food to needy households with children. Donations appreciated. Further information: Ivan I. Smith (<$> 238-2865, pager 298-8778.

St. George’s Community Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY: After-school pramme for ages five to 12, 6 Old Military Road, St. George’s, 3 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Further information: (<$><$>297-1754.

Bermuda Riding for the Disabled MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Equestrian therapy for special needs children. Volunteers required in all areas, pacularly during school day. Horse experience helpful but not necessary. WindReach Village, Warwick. (<$> 238-7433, fax 238-7434.

COMMUNITY

The Bermuda College will host a lunchtime fine dining progre 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 contactara Symonds at 236-9000 ext 4461.

Harbour Nights every Wednesday evening on Front Street from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. A variety of live entertainment, horse and carriage rides, late-night shopping, food and arts & crafts>

Association of Canadians in Bermuda <$>Regular social events to keep Canadian culture alive. Further information: visit website www.canadiansinbermuda.bm

Bera Junior Service League <$>a wo|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.

Bermuda Society for the Blind <$>MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Haade wickerwork, stools, baskets and more sold at Beacon House, Dundonald Street, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Further information: (<$> 292-3211.

Centre on Philanthropy Community resource for volunteers/donors/non-profgroups. Provides registered chties directory, library, newsletter and leaflets, workshops, guest speakers, technical support and advice/referrals. ther infotion: (<$> 236-7706 or Fax: 236-7693.

Hands of Love Mission Camp Hill Southampton. MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. SATURDAYS: 12.30 p to 6.30 p.m. 2nd hand clothing/foodstuffs for the homeless/single parents. Further information: (<$> 238-7368.

Meals on Wheels <$>MONDAY TO WEDNEY/FRIDAYS: Cooked meals delivered to seniorshut-ins. Further information: (<$> 236-1815.

New Islanders <$>MONTHLY socials for new female residents to meet other women/picipate in sporting/other activities. Affiliate of International Women’s Club. (<$> 291-0387.

P.A.L.S. (Cancer Care in Bermuda) <$>SECOND WEDNESDAY each month: Volunteers’ meeting, 18 Point Fir Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information"Wingdings-Regular">(<$> 236-7257, fax 236-7250.

St. John Ambulance WEDNESDAYS: (Beginning February 2005) Cadet meeting for students aged 11 to 16, 5 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. 21 Point Finger Road, Paget. (<$> 236-7831.

St. Geo’s Community Centre Evening programmes, 6 Old Miltitary d (opp. bus terminal), St. George’s. MONDAY TO THURSDAY 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., FRIDAYS/SATURDAYS 5 p.m. 11 p.m. (<$> 297-1754.

WindReach Recreational Village<$> MONDAY TO SATURDAY: Fully accessible recreational facility at 57 Spice HiRoad, Warwick for special needs able bodiedmmunities. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To book petting zoo tours, sensory room, birthday parties, hall rentals, camp ground gs-Regular">(<$><$>-2469.

Somerset Seventh Day Adventist Church Community Services Departmen$>“Soup Kitchen and Clothing Distribution between 10 a.m. top.m. All are welcome.

HOBBIES

Bermuda Bridge Club WEDNAYS: 7 Pomander Road, Paget. Open 9.30 a.m. o 300 master points game 7.30 p.m. Further information: >(<$> 23696. During club ho (<$> 236-0551.

ENVIRONMENT

Bermuda Audubon Society Hotline To report environmental problems (particuly relating to birds) (<$> 292-1920/235-5513.

Bluebird Society<$> Hotline For assistance with questions/problems (<$> 238-0168.

Bermuda National Tt Hotline MONDAY TO FRID To ort concerns on environmental matters (<$> 236-6483 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Keep Bermuda Btiful Hotline<$> To report any littering seen throughout the Island (<$> 295-5142.

EVENT PLANNING<$>

Bermuda Dia<$>Free public service to help event planners ad conflicting dates. Further information: Call 236-3570 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

MEETINGS<$>

Kiwanis Club of Sandys<$> SECOND WEDNESDAY eachnth: Sandys Community Centre, Main Road, 7.30 p.m. Directors’ meeting 7 p.m. Further information: Geoffrey Butler-Durrant (<$> 234-5459//Nelda Symonds (<$> 234-3665.

Paget Lions Club<$> SECOND/FOURTH WEDNESDAYS each month: Harmony Club, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further informationf"Wingdings-Regular">(<$> 291-2074.ALS SECOND WEDNESDAY each month: Volunteers’ meeting, 18 Point Finger Road, Paget, 7.30 p.m. Further information (<$> 236-7257, fax 236-7250.

Sandys Lions Club <$>TH WEDNESDAY each month: Harmony Club, Paget, 6.30 p.m.

Sandys Rotary Club Henry VIII restaurant, South Shore Road, Southampton, 6.30 p.m.

READING

Bermuda College Library DAILY except public holidayOpen to all. Librarians available to assist in various ways. Opng hours: MONDAY 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.

Bermudational Library<$> 12 Queen Street, Hamilton. Summer hours: MONDAY TO THURSDAY 8.30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; FRIDAY 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; SATURDAY 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; SUNDAY 1 p to 5 p.m. Further information:"Wingdings-Regular">(<$> 295-2905

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

Mobile Library Service<$> For schedule (<$> 295-2905.

SENIOR CITIZENS

St. George’s Joy Club FIRST/THIRD WEDNESDAY each month: Meeting, St. George’s Community Centre, Barrack Hill, 1 p.m. Further information: Althea Doiling (<$>297-0913.

Golden Hour Club FIRST/THIRD WEDNESDAY each month: Meeting, Pe Lutheran Church Hall, South Shore Road, Pt, 10 a.m. Further information: (<$> 236-6353.

SIGHTSEEING

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

Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo/Bermuda Zoological Society DAILY: 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 facilitour 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 Botanical Society Visitors’ Centre MONDAY TO FRIDAY Open 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., Botanical Gardens, Paget. Free tours: TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS year-round, 10.30 a.m. weather permitting. Further information: (<$> 236-5291, fax 236-8970.

Bermuda Institute of Ocean Studies WEDNESDAYS: Free tour including laboratories, grounds, research vessels (when docked), s history/ongoing projects. 10 a.m. weather permitting. MONDAY TO FRIDAY: Gift shop open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Further information: (<$> 297-1880 or visit www.bbsr.edu.

Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute: Uncover the mysteries of the sea at the Bermuda Underwater ExploratiInstitute. 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 pm, 10am - 5pm weekends (last suggested ission 4pm) Closed: Christmas Day Phone: 297-7314 Fax: 236-6141 email: info[AT]buei.org website:www.buei.org

Bermun Heritage Museum TUESDAY TO SATURDAY Corner of York/Water Streets, St. George’s. Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission: $4. Seniors/student aged seven and up $2. Children under seven free. Donations welcomed. Group tours pre-arranged. Gift shop. Further information: (<$> 297-4126.

Bermuda Historical Society Museum MONDAY to SATURDAY: Former home of Perot family now housing large collection of Bermudiana inc. portraits, furniture, silver, ship models and clocks. Par-la-Ville Park (adjacent Perot Post office), Queen Street. Open weekdays. Admission free, donations appreciated. Tour groups by appointment. (<$> 295-2487.Guided walking tours providing introduction to Bermuda’s history, architecture, wildlife. (<$> 23082.

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 artifacts, local watercrafts, maritime art, spectacular views and dolphin encounters are all found in muda’s largest fort. Check on the Bermuda Maritime 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-m marmuse[AT]logic.bm.<

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 $5. <ucker House<$> MONDAY TO SATURDAY Mid-18th century home commemorating prominent Tucker family, Water Street, St. George’s. Displays ince tribute to Joseph Rainey, Bermuda ber/first black US Congressman; exemplary 18th century portraits, furniture, silver; archaeological ebit; authentically furnished kitchen. Open 10 a.m. top.m. Admission $5. Globe Hotel:<$> Exhibits documenting Bermuda’s role in American Civil War. Historic video. 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<$> MONDAY TO DAY: ‘Waterville’ — 18th century house off Pomander Road, Paget. Two reception rooms and gardens open to public 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission free. Note: <$>The Bermuda National Trust owns other historic homes and nature reserves. For information on visiting these properties (<$> 236-6483 Monday to Friday.

Bermuda National Gallery WEDNESDAYS: Lunchtime lecture series, 12.30 to 1.30 p.m. Further information: (<$> 295-9428 or visit www.bng.bm.

Bermuda Rose Society Repository Garden<$> DAILY At ‘Waterville’ (Bermuda National Trust HQ), Pomander Road, Paget. Admission free.

Bermuda Railway Museum & CuriosiShop TUESDAY TO FRIDAY: Bermuda Raay and narrow-gauge Astor Estate railway artefacts and memorabilia, 37 North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission free.(<$> 293-17B>

Bermuda Horical Society Museum MONDAY to SATURDAY: Former home of Perot family now housing large collection of Bermudiana inc. portraits, furniture, silver, ship models and clocks. Par-la-Ville Park (adjacent Perot Post office), Queen Street, 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. Admission free, donations appreciated. Tour gps by appointment. (<$> 295-2487.

Bermudian Heritage Museum TUESDAY TO SATURDAY Corner of York/Water Streets, St. George’s. Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission: $4. Seniors/students aged seven and up $2. Children under seven free. Donations welcomed. Group tours pre-arranged. Gift shop. Further information: (<$> 297-4126.

Craft Market at kyard<$> DAILY: Cooperage Building opposite Bermuda Maritime Museum, Dockyard, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local crafts sold/daily demonstrations. Further information: (<$> 234-3208.

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

Gibbs Hill Lighthouse DAILY (except month of January): Lighthouse Hill, Southampton, 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.ectacular 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 Aprio 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.

St. George’s Society eum: 18th Century dwellingsplaying antiqfurniture/paintings. Printery features authentic reproduction of 14th century Gutenburg printing press. Kent Street. Open daily except weekends. From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Admission: $2 for children and $5 for adults.

St. George’s Lodge<$> WEDNESDAYS: The Old State House, King’s Street, St. GeorgeRs, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission free.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Alcoholics Anonymous WEDNESDAYS: Young and the Restless Group (closed) St. Paul’s Christian Education Centre, Middle Roadaget, 5.30 p.m. Non-smoking. St.thony’s Church hall, Warwick (open) 8.30 p.m. Non-smoking. Further information on AA (<$> 297-0965 or visit website: www.aa.bm

Narcotics Anonymous WEDNESDAYS: Freedom group (closed, no smoking/eating), 2nd floor, Wesley Methodist Church, Church Street, 7 p.m. Further information: (<$> 293-0999.

SPORT/RECREATION<$>

>The Centre<$> WEDNESDAYS Jiu-Jitsu with Dr. Alvin Lee (studio), 5.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bermuda African Dance Co. (studio) 6 p.m. Free computer lessons (Latchkey) 6 p.m. See Tarik Bean. Also, basball/pool/table gamesfoozll/air hockey 5.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. All at 3 Angle Street. Further information: (<$> 292-1343.

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

SUPPORT GROUPS<$The Hangar Boutique located in the lower level of the Mid -Atlantic Wellness Institute (formerly St. Brendan’s Hospital). Open Monday to Fri, 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.Open to all, wheelchair assible. All proceeds toogrammes amenities for clients.Contact: 236-3770 ext 3208. No clothing donans taken during last week of Nover to second week of January.

Bermuda Stroke & Family Support Group <$>THIRD WEDNESDAY each month: ting, Conference Room, 1st floor, KiEdward Hospital, Paget, 7 p.m. Further information: Mark Selley (<$> 236-0037.

Gay ’s Support Group <$>WEDNESDAYS Provides nurturing support to self-reflect, gain strength and create community. Further infation: (<$> 295-0002 or email gmsg[AT]northrock.bm.

Institute for Child and Family Health <$>Support groups for children their ilies who have sered the effects of psychological trauma. Further information: (<$> 295-1150.

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

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

Reach to Recovery 24-hour support line for women in any stage of breast cancer. (<$> 236-4563.

Sickle Cell Foundation<$> For all whose es are touched by this disease. Further information: Ivena Laurenceo (<$> 293-8778 (days), 293-2317 (evenings).

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

S.T.A.$> Support for people whre HIV-positive or who have AIDS, and their families. Further information: (<$> 292-5941.

THRIFT SHOPS<$>

Bargain Box <$>WEDNESDAYS: Clothing for all ages, jewellery, books, household items. Serpentine Road, Pembroke, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds to Committee of 25 for Handicapped Children. Also open Fridays and Saturdays.

The Barn MONDAY TO SADAY 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.

Salvation Army Thrift Store TUESDAY TO SATURDAY: 2nd hand clothing, furniture and more. To donate furniture in good condition (<$> 292-8107 and we will collect. All other items to be dropped off at our King Street location between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays. Hours of operation: 10 a.m. to 3.45 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays.

HOW THE BERMUDA CALENDAR WORKS<$>