December 19

Menuhin Foundation Quartet Musical journey through a winter wonderland, Fairmont Hamilton Princess lobby. Relax with friends by the fireside and enjoy, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Live Stand Up Christmas Comedy Edition by Extreme Entertainment at 9.30 p.m. at the Fairmont Southampton Mid-Ocean Amphitheatre. Includes comedian Luenell, Marc Trinidad and Deon Cole in action and hosted by The Marshall of Magic with music by Juggling Jason. Tickets are $55 or $65 for patrons at www.boxoffice.bm.

December 21

Caisey Family Productions Concert: Celebration of music of the 60s, 70s and 80s, Berkeley Institute cafetorium, Pembroke, 4 p.m. sharp. Doors open: 3.30 p.m. Tickets: $40. Available from Kit 'n' Kaboodle and i-Store on Reid St. Proceeds in aid of The Unit jazz band, as they represent Bermuda in the Cuba Jazz Festival, February 2009.

December 31

UNITE presents the Red Carpet at LV'S for NYE 08. The party starts at 10 p.m. and runs through until 3 a.m. with some of the Island's hottest DJs China & Bussy and resident Skilatchi.The night includes Red carpet entry and valet parking, two glasses of Champagne, Hors d'oeuvres until midnight, party favours, Venetian masks and crowns, heated outdoor patio lounge with live entertainment, midnight countdown with surprise giveaways. Dress: Black Tie, Suit, Jacket . Strictly over 23. For more info and VIP bookings visit www.unite.bm or telephone 737-2355. General admission tickets are $90 in advance, VIP tickets $125. Tickets available at: LV'S, MEF restaurants, Music World and Unite Promoters.

The Jimmy Keys Gala Evening at the Fairmont Southampton in the Mid-Ocean Amphitheatre. Ring in the New Year with comic musician Jimmy Keys. Evening $199 and includes a reception featuring hors d'oeuvres, cash bar and four plated dinner. A non-stop two-hour show followed by a DJ and dancing. For reservations telephone 238-8000. For more information go to www.jimmykeys.com.

January 31

The Bermuda Union of Teachers is celebrating their 90th anniversary with a breakfast banquet at the Fairmont Southampton Resort. Keynote speakers will be Thulus Nxesi, General Secretary of the South African Democratic Teacher's Union and President of Education International. Pre-breakfast cocktails 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and breakfast banquet at 9 a.m. Attire is semi-formal. Tickets $50. Call 292-6515 to RSVP.