February 9 & 10

Bermuda National Library: The Piano Lesson (Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, 1995). 104 mins. (1 hour 44 mins.) To their family, it was more than a piano, it was their legacy and their future. Powerhouse performances transform August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning play into a cinematic masterpiece in this richly-woven tapestry of a family divided by their heritage. Awards: Nominated for Golden Globe. Based on the play by August Wilson. Rating: PG.

February 9

Sixth Annual Coldwell Banker Homeshow from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at #1 Shed. A number of prizes, presentations and exhibitors. For more information telephone 292-1793 or email mail@brcl.bm or go to the website www.bermudarealty.com .

Bermuda National Trust Plant & Bake Sale at Waterville, Pomander Road, Paget from 8.30 a.m. to noon. Telephone 236-6483 for more information.

The Somerset Brigade Band present their annual music festival featuring Lakeisha Smith, Jamal Bean and Somerset Brigade Band at 7.30 p.m. at St. James Church Hall. Patrons $20.

Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts ZeidwiG (zany virtuoso pianist), Fairmont Southampton Princess, 2.30 p.m. Special shortened children's programme. Tickets/further information: tel. 295-1291, email bdafest@logic.bm or go to www.bermudafestival.org

Love Of Self/Love Of Other: The Essential Connection A Valentine Retreat Just for You! Botanical Gardens Visitor Centre 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Registration: $85.00 includes lunch. Contact Rochelle on 336-2447, email: soundview@logic.bm or visit www.soundviewltd.com.

February 10

PALS 20th Annual Sponsored Walk for individuals and teams. High seas date, February 17. Free ferry leaves the Hamilton Ferry Terminal at 7 a.m. sharp and walkers leave Dockyard at 7.30 a.m. Register now at the Washington Mall, St. George's National Trust Museum or the PALS Office at 18 Point Finger Road, Paget. You must have a registration number in order to participate. Telephone PALS at 236-7257.

February 11

'Heart of the Matter' lecture #2 'Nutrition and heart health' with Cymone Hollis, registered dietician with the department of health at KEMH First Floor Conference Room at 7 p.m.

Bermuda Festival Vocal masterclass with Nigel Short of UK professional choir Tenebrae, Bermuda School of Music (old Berkeley Institute), 6 p.m. Public welcome to watch. Tickets: $5, available at ww.bermudafestival.org, the Festival box office on Front Street, and at the door. Interested participants: contact Karen Pollard at 295-1291 or e-mail bdafest@logic.bm

February 12

Bermuda National Trust Annual Children's Nature Walk at Spittal Pond. It's free for parents and children ages 5 to 12. Groups leave every fifteen minutes from the eastern parking lot. Parking in the field behind Harrington Hundreds Grocery Store. Not suitable for stroller or children under 5 years old.

February 12-13

Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts Tenebrae (12-voice professional chamber choir), St. John's Church, Pembroke, 8 p.m. February 12 programme: British composers. February 13 programme: European composers.

February 14-15

Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts 'The Man Who Planted Trees' (puppets and human assistants), Daylesford Theatre, Washington Street, 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

February 15-17, 19-23

Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts Ragtime (musical) by the Gilbert & Sullivan Society, City Hall theatre, 8 p.m.

February 16, 17

Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts 'The Man Who Planted Trees' (puppets and human assistants), Daylesford Theatre, Washington Street, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Bermuda National Library: Movie: Cry The Beloved Country (Alpine Pty Limited, 1995). 106 mins.(I hour 46 mins.) Awards: One win & four nominations. Based on the novel by Alan Paton. Rating: PG-13.

February 16

Smooth Jazz Concert with Gerald Albright sponsored by KJAZ 98.1 radio station. At 8.30 p.m. at the Fairmont Southampton. Contact www.boxoffice.bm for more information.

February 18

King Edward VII Memorial Hospital is holding a cardiac diagnostic open house to mark Heart Health Month between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on the third floor of the hospital.

'Heart of the Matter' lecture #3 'Diabetes & The Heart' by Debbie Jones diabetes nurse educator at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital First Floor Conference Room at 7 p.m.

February 21

'Cooking for a Healthier Heart' International Cuisine with M. Hammond & KEMH Dieticians. CedarBridge Academy 6 to 8 p.m. Pre-registration is required.

February 23

CTY Bermuda in conjunction with John Hopkins University Centre for Talented Youth present their first annual Science and Engineering Day for students keen on engineering and science. Hands-on workshops given by overseas experts in the field including guests from John Hopkins University CTY. Workshops in robotics, forensics, astronomy (building telescopes), Engineering: bridges, cars, egg drop, marine science and chemistry at Saltus Grammar School from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Age groups 10-12 and 13-16. Space is limited. Register now at its@northrock.bm.

February 23 & 24

Bermuda National Library: Movie: Dreamgirls (Dreamworks SKG, 2006). 131 mins. (2 hours 11 mins.) Based on the Broadway musical, a trio of black female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960s. Awards: Won two Oscars. Related book: Supreme Faith: Someday We'll be Together, by Mary Wilson and Patricia Romanowski. Rated PG-13.

February 24

The Bermuda Girl Guide Association (Girlguiding Bermuda) is holding their annual Thinking Day Service and parade at the Anglican Cathedral at 3 p.m. All are welcome. The parade will leave from the City Hall Car Park.

Bermuda Progressive Labour Party Annual Founders Day Luncheon at 1 p.m. at the Hamilton Princess in the Princess Room. The guest speaker will be Richard Tucker, Saltus Grammar School Student. Tickets are $70, available at PLP Headquarters.

February 25

'Heart of the Matter' lecture #4 'Heart Disease & The Family' by Doris DeCosta at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, First Floor Conference at 7 p.m.

February 28

Bermuda Gourmet Getaway Islands Best Fish Chowder Challenge. The challenge is open to all residents. Amateur and professional categories. Entry is free. Competitors receive a $125 gift voucher courtesy of the Supermart. Pre-registration is necessary. For more information telephone 278-8896 or email alison@totalgroup.bm .

'Cooking for a Healthier Heart' International Cuisine with M. Hammond & KEMH Dieticians at CedarBridge Academy from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Preregistration is required.