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| Teddy Bear Christmas Tea |
| December 1 – 21, 2008, 2:30pm – 5:00pm |
| The Fairmont Hamilton Princess, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Special Event: The Fairmont Hamilton Princess hosts the second annual Teddy Bear Christmas Tea for children each day in The Heritage Court. On Sundays, an etiquette class for children is offered with the tea. Santa Claus visits for storytelling on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, 3:30pm. Children are asked to bring a new teddy bear or other new stuffed animal to the tea, to be donated to families in need. |
| Admission: $19 for children under 12 with a teddy bear donation, $25 for children without a donation. $35 for Sunday tea with etiquette class. Over 12 years through adult, $35. Reservations required. |
| Enquires: Concierge, The Fairmont Hamilton Princess, tel 441 298 5779 |
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| Guided Walking Tour of City of Hamilton |
| December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008, 10:00am |
| Bermuda National Library, Queen Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Special Event: A knowledgeable Tour Guide takes you past some of Bermuda's historic points of interest including City Hall & Arts Centre, the Sessions House, the Anglican Cathedral and Fort Hamilton. The tour departs from the Bermuda National Library's verandah on Queen Street and ends at Fort Hamilton for the performance of the Skirling Ceremony. |
| Admission: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquires: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitors' Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Sessions House Tour |
| December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008, 11:00am |
| House of Parliament, Corner of Parliament and Church Streets, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Seasonal Event: Learn about the powerful role Parliament plays in Bermuda during a 45-minute tour. No visits during the budget debate, late February early march. |
| Admission: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, or Visitors' Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Skirling Ceremony |
| December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008, 11:00am |
| Fort Hamilton, Happy Valley Road, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Seasonal Event: Overlooking the harbour in an untried fortress, authentic kilted pipers, drummers and dancers perform to the bagpipe "skirl" of the Bermuda Islands Pipe Band. |
| Admission: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitors' Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard - Small Works 3 |
| December 1 - 31, 2008 10:00am - 5:00pm |
| Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys |
| Art Exhibition: This is an ivitational show. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard, P.O.Box MA 66, Mangrove Bay, MA BX, Bermuda, tel 441 234 2809, fax 441 234 0540, email artcentre@ibl.bm or website www.artbermuda.bm |
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| Bermuda Bridge Club Games 2008 |
| December 1 - 31, 2008 |
| Bermuda Bridge Club, Pomander Road, Paget |
| Sports Events: The Bermuda Bridge Club runs regular bridge games that are open to anyone including visitors. The Club plays Duplicate Contract Bridge. Games are open to all, except on Wednesday evenings which are restricted to players with less than 100 Master points. Game times: Mondays 12:30pm & 7:30pm, Wednesdays 9:30am & 7:30pm (novice game), Fridays 8:00pm. Games are played all year round and are subject to Christmas and New Year holidays. |
| Admission: $10 per game for non-members. |
| Enquiries: Bermuda Bridge Club, 7 Pomander Road, Paget PG 05, tel 441 236 0551 during game times or email vamp@ibl.bm |
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| Bermuda Lectures & Tours - Year Round Tours |
| December 1 - 24, 27 - 31, 2008 |
| Various locations across the Island |
| Lectures: A selection of scheduled and privately arranged guided walks and talks, throughout the year, covering all aspects of Bermuda, including architecture, geology, flora and fauna. Tours are tailored to families, general public, corporate groups and special interest. |
| Tickets: Call Tim Rogers for prices as pricing varies depending on the length and type of tour, and for times and departures of venues as they change weekly. Private tours must be booked in advance. |
| Enquiries: Tim Rogers, Bermuda Lectures & Tours, 6 Leacroft Hill, Southampton SB03, Bermuda, tel 441 234 4082, fax 441 238 2773, e-mail trogers@northrock.bm or website www.walk.10.free.bm |
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| Bermuda Maritime Museum 2008 |
| December 1 - 31, 2008 9:30am to 5:00pm |
| Bermuda Maritime Museum, Royal Naval Dockyard, Somerset |
| Art Exhibition: Commissioner's House:The Exploring Voyage of HMS Challenger in Bermuda 1873 - a selection of original and reproduction photographs depicting Bermuda, which were used as evidence in the scientific reports of the Challenger voyage, 1872-76. From the Fay and Geoffrey Elliot Collection:'U-505 Captured' - an exhibit telling the remarkable story of the capture off western Africa and the hiding in Bermuda of the submarine U-505. |
| Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children under 5. |
| Enquiries: Bermuda Maritime Museum, P.O. Box MA 133, Sandys MA BX, Bermuda, admission information tel 441 234 1418, museum offices tel 441 234 1333 or email marmuse@logic.bm, website www.bmm.bm |
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| Bermuda National Gallery – Autumn Exhibitions - Bill Brandt: A Retrospective; The History of Photography & Bermuda |
| December 1 - 24, 2008 Mon– Fri 10:00am to 4:00pm, Sat 10:00am – 2:00pm City of Hamilton |
| Art Exhibition: The wide-ranging work of British master photographer Bill Brandt's (1904-1983) is explored in this exhibition of 155 vintage prints from the Bill Brandt Archive in London. The History of Photography & Bermuda features historical works by Bermudian photographers such as John Athill Frith, James Heyl, John Weatherill and Richard Saunders. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Laura Gorham, Bermuda National Gallery, Suite #191, 48 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, tel 441 295 9428, fax 441 295 2055, email director@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com |
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| Byways Bermuda Tours - Personalized Tours of Bermuda |
| December 1 - 31, 2008 1:00pm - 5:00pm |
| Various tours of the Island |
| Lectures: Customers collected from their your hotel or cruise ship whenever possible. Every tour includes short walks, activities, full commentary, refreshments and photo opportunities. Children are only taken on our family fun tours. There are several tours to meet your needs. Please see www.bywaysbermuda.com to see which tour suits you and also for prices. Tours can be tailored to client's needs from family groups, birders, historians, walkers and naturalists. Fully escorted with a driver and guide. Longer tours to include lunch and a swim are available whilst we usually take no more that 6. Groups up to 16 can be accommodated. |
| Admission: tel 441 504 8687 |
| Enquiries: Byway Tours, P.O.Box DV 734, Devonshire DVBX, Bermuda, tel 441 504 8687, email rklatter@northrock.bm or website www.bywaysbermuda.com |
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| Commissioner's House - 32 Degress N 64 Degrees W |
| December 1 - 24, 27 - 31, 2008 9:30am - 4:30pm |
| Bermuda Maritime Museum, Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys |
| Art Exhibition: Approaching Bermuda historic watercolours depicting aids to navigation and approaches to Bermuda by Driver, Seymour and Le Marchant Tupper (from the Fay and Geoffrey Elliott Collection in association with the Bermuda Archives. |
| Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children. |
| Enquiries: Bermuda Maritime Museum, P.O.Box MA 133, Mangrove Bay MA BX, Bermuda, tel 441 234 1418, fax 441 234 1735, email marmuse@logic.bm or website www.bmm.bm |
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| Crission & Hind Fine Art Gallery 2008 |
| December 1 - 6, 8 - 13, 15 - 20, 22 - 24, 27, 29 - 31, 2008 9:00am - 5:00pm |
| Crission Building, Front Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Art Exhibition: Hand-carved African sculptures by master Shona artists of Zimbabwe, inc, stone heads, animals, abstracts. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Crissons, 71 Front Street, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, tel 441 295 1117, fax 441 295 1125. |
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| Exquisite Night Life |
| December 1 - 31, 2008 9:00pm - 2:00am |
| The Cellar, Fairmont Southampton, South Road, Southampton |
| Entertainment: Experience mature nightlife at its finest featuring rotating island DJ’s, Bubbles, D’Nice, Chubb and special performances by Bermuda’s number 1 violinist Taylor Rankin. |
| Reservations: 441 239 6635 |
| Enquiries: email info@thecellar.bm or tel 441 238 8000 |
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| Gosling's Annual Invitational Golf Tournament |
| December 1 - 4, 2008 |
| Belmont Hills Golf Club, 97 Middle Road, Warwick |
| Sports Events: Professionals play for a prize purse of $50,000 and amateurs play for gross and net prizes. This invitational is a 72-hole medal play competition. |
| Admission: Visit www.toateebermuda.com for entry form and prices. |
| Enquiries: To A Tee, P.O.Box HM 2896, Hamilton HM LX, Bermuda, tel/fax 441 295 4640, email toatee@northrock.bm or website www.toateebermuda.com |
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| Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art – Charge of the Light Brigade |
| December 1 - 31, 2008 Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, The Botanical Gardens, 183 South Road, Paget |
| Art Exhibition: Visit a new permanent collection exhibition "Charge of the Light Brigade" a featured exhibition of paintings by Charles Green Show, and a special collection of drawings by English artist and sculptor Henry Moore. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, P.O. Box HM 1929, Hamilton HM HX, Bermuda, tel 441 236 2950, fax 441 236 4402, e-mail mworks2@logic.bm or website www.bermudamasterworks.com |
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| Monday Night American Football |
| December 1 - 22, 2008 6:00 pm |
| LV's Piano & Jazz Lounge, 12 Bermudiana Road, City of Hamilton |
| Entertainment: LV's Large Screen TV features American Football every Monday night. Drink specials, pub food, pasta and tapas available. |
| Reservations: 441 296 3330 |
| Enquiries: LV’s Piano & Jazz Lounge, 12 Bermudiana Road, Hamilton, tel 441 296 3330, web www.diningbermuda.com/LVs/ |
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| Botanical Gardens Tour |
| December 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 23, 24, 26, 30, 2008 |
| Botanical Gardens, Paget |
| Seasonal Event: 10:30am. Sub-tropical fruit groves, cedar and banyan trees, formal gardens, sensory garden for the blind, cacti and display houses with exotic plants are a few of the 15 permanent collections in the lush 36 acres. Meet at the Berry Hill entrance near Botanical Gardens Visitor’s Centre. 12noon – 2:00pm. On Tuesdays and Fridays only, while in the Botanical Gardens, visit historic “Camden House“ the official residence of the Premier of Bermuda. |
| Participation: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitors' Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Bermuda Quilter's Guild |
| December 2, 18, 2008 |
| Peace Lutheran Church Hall, South Road, Paget |
| Lectures: Join our local quilters at their regular meetings and learn new techniques and styles. All are welcome. Meetings on the first Tuesday of the month at 1:30pm and the third Thursday of each month. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Dorothy Slater, President, Bermuda Quilter's Guild, Panorama #3, Paget DV04, Bermuda, tel 441 236-9956 or email dorothy@slater.org |
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| Carter House 2008 |
| December 2 - 4, 6, 9 - 11, 13, 16 - 18, 20, 23 - 24, 27, 30 - 31, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| Carter House, Southside, St. David's |
| Cultural Events: 17th century house containing history of St. David's Island and its people. Open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays year round. |
| Admission: $2 |
| Enquiries: St. David's Historical Society, P.O. Box GE 60, St. George's GE BX, Bermuda or tel 441 297 1642 |
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| Masterworks Foundation at Camden House |
| December 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 30, 2008 12:00 noon - 2:00pm |
| Camden House, Botanical Gardens, Paget |
| Art Exhibition: Paintings from the Bermudiana Collection. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, P.O.Box HM 1929, Hamilton HM HX, Bermuda, tel 441 236 2950, fax 441 236 4402, email mworks@ibl.bm or website www.bermudamasterworks.com |
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| World Heritage Centre 2008 |
| December 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm |
| World Heritage Centre, Penno's Wharf, St. George |
| Lectures: Come and watch the film "A Stroll Through St. George's" and enjoy the orientation and exhibits gallery before touring the town. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: The St. George's Foundation, P.O.Box GE 58, St. George's GE BX, Bermuda, tel 441 297 8043, fax 441 297 2479, email directorsgf@logic.bm or website www.stgeorgefoundation.com |
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| Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences Tour |
| December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2008 10:00am |
| 17 Biological Lane, St. George's |
| Lectures: Guides begin the tour with a summary of BIOS's history in Bermuda and an overview of ongoing research and education projects at BIOS. When the R/V Bank of Bermuda Atlantic Explorer II is at dock, groups may get the chance to see this 168-foot ocean research vessel. The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences, 17 Biological Lane, St. George's, Bermuda, tel 441 297 1880, email webmaster@bbsr.edu, website www.bios.edu |
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| Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series – Andre Kertesz (film 30min) |
| December 3, 2008 12:30pm |
| Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton |
| Misc: Born in Hungary 1894, Kertész made his reputation in the Paris of the 20s and 30s before emigrating to the United States. He was a constant experimenter. Cartier-Bresson once said of him: "Whatever we have done, Kertész did first." |
| Admission: Members free, Non-Members $5 |
| Enquiries: Lisa Howie, Bermuda National Gallery, Suite #191, 48 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, tel 441 295 9428, fax 441 295 2055, email director@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com |
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| Bermuda National Trust Gold Tour |
| December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2008 10:00am - 12:00pm |
| Waterville, The Lane, Paget |
| Lectures: The Gold Tour begins with Waterville, an exceptional early 18th century Bermuda house on the outskirts of Hamilton which now serves as the Bermuda National Trust headquarters. View the antiques on display and explore the surrounding grounds planted with a variety of local and exotic flora, including a formal rose garden. A short drive away is Paget Marsh, a miraculously unaltered wetland. Step back to pre-colonial times as you enter this quiet oasis, a haven for wildflowers and bird life. Lead by Tim Rogers, a local historian, antiques specialist and expert guide, this is the perfect tour for both history and nature lovers! |
| Admission: $50 per person includes taxi, refreshments and Bermuda National Trust Combo pass to three Bermuda National Trust Museums. Reservations required before 3:00pm on Tuesdays. |
| Enquiries: Bermuda National Trust, P.O. Box HM 105, Hamilton HM AX, Bermuda, tel 441 236 6483, fax 441 236 0617, email palmetto@bnt.bm or website www.bnt.bm |
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| BNG Family Holiday Celebration |
| December 3, 2008 5:30pm – 7:30pm |
| Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton |
| Misc: Join the BNG family for our traditional carol sing along. |
| Admission: Members free, Non Members $10 |
| Enquiries: Lisa Howie, Bermuda National Gallery, Suite #191, 48 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, tel 441 295 9428, fax 441 295 2055, email director@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com |
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| No Ordinary Christmas |
| December 3 - 7, 2008 7:30pm |
| Ruth Seaton James Auditorium, 1 CedarBridge Lane, Devonshire |
| Entertainment: Music and mayhem abound in this spiritual revival that is sure to become a holiday classic. Showcasing Bermuda's finest talent and a star studded cast of international performers this event includes a Gala reception with VIP's, celebrities and performers. |
| Tickets: Jazz Festival Travel, tel 301 972 4547, web www.bdatix.com |
| Enquires: email info@rstgi.comor web www.christmasinbermuda.com |
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| Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences Tour |
| December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2008, 10:00am |
| 17 Biological Lane, St. George's |
| Seasonal Event: An hour-long tour of the laboratories, grounds and research vessels (when at dock) of this marine research institution. |
| Admission: tel 441 292 9447 |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Visitors' Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 799 4842. |
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| Historical Re-enactment in the Town of St. George & Town Tour |
| December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2008 |
| Kings Square, Town of St. George, St. George’s |
| Cultural Event: 10:30am - A guided tour through narrow alleys and lanes of this historic old town, hardly changed since the 17th century. 11:45am - The Mayor greets visitors back in King's Square. 12noon – Ducking, a light-hearted, re-enactment of public punishment |
| Admission: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Chit Chat – Royal Naval Dockyard |
| December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2008, 11:00am |
| Dolphin Quest - Bermuda Maritime Museum, Royal Naval Dockyard |
| Seasonal Event: Join one of our animal behaviorists for a fascinating and informative sharing of dolphin behaviors, facts and fiction. Learn what you can do to help protect our ocean home. |
| Admission: Adults $10 and children $5. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Snow White and the Seven Sisters – In the Land of Snow and Ice |
| December 4 – 13, 2008 |
| City Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Entertainment: Snow White thinks her prayers have been answered when her father the King of St George's marries the Ice Queen, maybe now she can finally leave home and marry her prince but everything is not what it seems. The Ice Queen is a jealous woman and she plots to kill Snow White and turn the tropical kingdom to snow and ice. The Dwarves have left due to work permit issues, leaving the Seven Sisters to work the diamond mine to find the elusive Ice Diamond. |
| Show Times: December 4 – 5, 7:30pm December 6 – 7, 3:00pm, 7:30pm December 8 – 12, 7:30pm December 13, 3:00pm, 7:30pm |
| Tickets: $30, Daylesford Theatre Box Office, tel 441 292 0848 November 24 - December 3, Monday – Friday, 5.30pm – 7:00pm, Thereafter tickets will be on sale at City Hall Box Office, tel 441 292 2313 Outside regular box office hours tickets can be purchased online at www.boxoffice.bm |
| Enquires: Jo Shane, BMDS Drama Chairman, tel 441 735 9407, email joshane@logic.bm, website www.bmds.bm |
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| Bootsie's Comedy Club 2008 |
| December 4 - 6, 11 - 13, 18 - 20, 25 - 27, 2008 10:00pm |
| Bootsie's Comedy Club, Front Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Entertainment: A high energy two hour show featuring local comedians and an international headliner each night. Audience members have the chance to win their admission back by entering the joke of the night contest. Dinner and show package available with area restaurants. |
| Admission: $25, Dinner show package $50 |
| Enquiries: Check with your Hotel Concierge or Promotional Services, Bermuda Department of Tourism, Global House, 43 Church Street, Hamilton HM 12, Bermuda, tel 441 292 0023, www.bermudatourism.com |
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| Somerset Walk & Slide Show |
| December 4, 11, 18, 2008 |
| Country Squire Restaurant, Somerset |
| Special Event: 10:00am - Walk past charming homes, learn about Bermuda's diverse history, our architecture and old-time medicinal use of many plants and herbs along the way. 11:15am - An informative 20-minute audio-visual tour of Bermuda highlights follows the tour. Walk departs Country Squire Restaurant and returns for the slide show. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel: 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Dockyard Glassworks |
| December 4, 11, 18, 25, 2008, 1:00pm – 4:00pm |
| Dockyard Glassworks, Royal Naval Dockyard |
| Cultural Event: Glassworks is an exciting experience, whether it is flame working or glass-blowing. The artists are always available for questions concerning their craft. |
| Admission: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Hands on Craft |
| December 4, 11, 18, 25, 2008, 1:30pm – 4:00pm |
| Bermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard |
| Seasonal Event: Meet a different artist each week and learn the techniques of working with natural foliage or paper and take away your own creation. You'll see a demonstration of the art of chair rushing, bobbin lace making, beaded tassels and lathe turning of cedar. Also, included, an animated discussion about the crafted Gombey dolls and answers to needlework problems. |
| Participation: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Discover the Royal Naval Dockyard |
| December 4, 11, 18, 25, 2008, 2:00pm – 4:00pm |
| Royal Naval Dockyard |
| Special Events: A guided walk designed to inform, in a light-hearted yet informative way, of the historical significance of the Royal Naval Dockyard. Meet in the Cooperage. The tour will walk you through two centuries, from the birth of Dockyard to its present day usage as one of the Island's most popular tourist attractions. |
| Participation: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| St. George's "Old Town" Tour |
| December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2008, 3:00pm |
| King's Square, Town of St. George, St. George's |
| Admission to the Bermuda Maritime Museum is required: $10 adults $5 children under 5 free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Dolphin Quest, tel 441 234 4464, Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Dolphin Show |
| December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2008, 3:00pm |
| Dolphin Quest, Bermuda Maritime Museum, Royal Naval Dockyard |
| Seasonal Event: Dolphins leap, splash and amaze in this fun and entertaining emceed show. Bring your family. |
| Admission to the Bermuda Maritime Museum is required: $10 adults $5 children under 5 free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Dolphin Quest, tel 441 234 4464, Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Taste of Bermuda |
| December 7, 14, 21, 28, 2008, 1:00pm – 3:00pm |
| Bermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard |
| Special Event: Dip into the rich cultural culinary heritage of our island home with an array of flavors from Bermuda preserves, gourmet pepper jams, rum cakes, cookies, candy, toddy sauces, fish chowder, locally brewed beer and ginger beer. |
| Admission: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo - Storytime |
| December 7, 14, 21, 28, 2008, 1:00pm – 3:00pm |
| Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo, 40 North Shore Road, Flatts |
| Lectures: Join the Education Staff and listen to a story |
| Admission: For children aged 2 - 6 years. Must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations and information via tel 441 293 2727 ex 116. |
| Enquiries: Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo, P.O.Box FL 145, Flatts FL BX, Bermuda, tel 441 293 2727, fax 441 293 3176, email info.bzs@gov.bm or website www.bamz.org |
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| Bermuda Regimental Music Display (December 2008) |
| December 5, 2008 8:00pm |
| Court Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Musical Event: An exciting event featuring military music, popular show tunes, contemporary composers and marching formations. It will be performed by the Band and Corp of Drums of the Bermuda Regiment and the Bermuda Islands Pipe Band and Dancers. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000, 441 799 4842 or 441 536 4636 or website www.bermudatourism.com |
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| BEF - Harness Racing (December 2008) |
| December 6, 14, 21, 26, 2008 Various times |
| National Equestrian Centre, Vesey Street, Devonshire |
| Sports Events: A member of the International Equestrian Federation, the Bermuda Equestrian Federation is an entirely amateur organization in terms of being run by volunteer members, but being very professional in terms of commitment. Come and watch local equestrian enthusiasts as they compete in Dressage and Jumping. Exciting shows and informative clinics are held throughout the year. |
| Schedule: December 6. 7:00pm December 14, 7:00pm December 21, 12:00pm December 26, 12:00pm Tickets: $7.00, children under 12 years free |
| Enquiries: Michael Cherry, Bermuda Equestrian Federation, P.O. Box DV 583, Devonshire DV BX, Bermuda, tel 441 234 0485, fax 441 234 3010, email jacherry@northrock.bm or website www.bef.bm |
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| Christmas By the Harbour 2008 |
| December 6, 2008 1:00pm - 4:00pm |
| Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, East Broadway, Pembroke |
| Seasonal Event: Come and enjoy the annual Christmas party, exhibits and many treasures that can be found in the Ocean's Gift Shop. Local artisans, Christmas raffle, local entertainment, photos with Santa, face painting, Christmas ornament crafts, and much more! |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, P.O.Box HM 1745, Hamilton HM GX, Bermuda, tel 441 297 7313, fax 441 236 6141, email info@buei.org or website www.buei.org |
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| Bermuda Glassworks |
| December 7, 14, 21, 28, 2008, 1:00pm – 4:00pm |
| Bermuda Glassworks, Royal Naval Dockyard |
| Special Events: Create your own masterpiece demonstration and taste the freshly baked Bermuda-made cake with a twist. |
| Participation: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Hands on Craft |
| December 7, 14, 21, 28, 2008, 2:00pm – 4:00pm |
| Bermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard |
| Seasonal Event: Meet a different artist each week and learn the technique of 3-dimensional paper art, wire wrapping and the use of fibre optic in jewellery and paint your own ornament. |
| Participation: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Royal Naval Dockyard Tour |
| December 7, 14, 21, 28, 2008, 11:30am – 12:30pm |
| Bermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard |
| Special Event: Meet at the Anchor Fountain outside the Clocktower Mall for a historical walk inside the granite walls of the 200 year-old, 75-acre Royal Naval Dockyard. The tour is approximately 1 hour long. |
| Participation: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Walking Club of Bermuda (December 2008) |
| December 7 - 28, 2008 7:00am |
| Various Locations |
| Sports Events: Throughout the year the Walking Club of Bermuda meets on Sunday mornings. They walk for the exercise, the good company and for the fun of it while enjoying the beauty of the island. Average distance: 6-7 miles, with cut-off points for those who do not want to walk the full distance. Each week is a different start point. The location is always in the main parking area at any listed start point. |
| Starting Points: Dec 7 - Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, Southampton. Dec 10 - Evening Caroling Walk, Pot Luck Supper and AGM at 7:00pm. Dec 14 - A-1, Valley Road, Paget (across from St. Paul's Church). Dec 21 - Admiralty House, Pembroke. Dec 28 - John Smith's Bay, Smith's. |
| Enquiries: Laura Gorham, The Walking Club of Bermuda, 19 Pomander Road, Paget PG 05, Bermuda, tel 441 737 0437, email ltgorham@ibl.bm or website www.walk.free.bm |
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| 56th Annual Goodwill Bermuda Golf Tournament |
| December 8 - 12, 2008 |
| Various golf courses |
| Sports Events: Pro-Am tournament, teams include one professional and three male amateur members. Takes place at five of Bermuda's challenging golf courses. Venues include Port Royal Golf Course, Mid Ocean Club, Tucker's Point Club, Port Royal Golf Course and Belmont Hills Golf Club. |
| Entry forms: available on website www.toateebermuda.com |
| Enquiries: To A Tee, P.O.Box HM 2896, Hamilton HM LX, Bermuda, tel/fax 441 295 4640, email toatee@northrock.bm website www.BermudaGoodwill.org |
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| Bermuda Gombey Revue |
| December 9, 16, 23, 30, 2008, 4:00pm |
| No. 6 Passenger Terminal, Front Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Seasonal Event: The swirling rhythm and vivid costumes of the Gombey dancers and musicians are an exciting, historic Bermuda folk art event. Be sure to bring your camera! |
| Participation: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Visitors' Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 799 4842. |
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| Bermuda Cookery Demonstration |
| December 10, 17, 24, 31, 2008 , 2:30pm - 4:00pm |
| No. 6 Passenger Terminal, Front Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Special Event: Bermudian cuisine is a “melting pot” of ethnic influences. Bermudian chef, Cheryl Kerr, shares local flavors. |
| Admission: Free. This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity. |
| Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842. |
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| Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series – The Renewal of Contemporary Photography (film) |
| December 12, 2008, 6:30pm – 8:30pm |
| Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton |
| Misc: The Renewal of Contemporary photography featuring Calle, Goldin, Michals, Moon, Araki, Sugimoto, Gursky, Ruff, Wall, Baltz and Bustamante. |
| Admission: Members free, Non-Members $5 |
| Enquiries: Lisa Howie, Bermuda National Gallery, Suite #191, 48 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, tel 441 295 9428, fax 441 295 2055, email director@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com |
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| Bermuda National Trust Annual Christmas Walkabout |
| December 12, 2008, 6:30pm – 8:30pm |
| Town of St George, St. George’s |
| Seasonal Event: During this festive evening the Bermuda National Trust invites people to come and get into the holiday spirit. St. George’s is transformed back in time, donned in candles and Christmas lights. Stroll the streets and enjoy entertainment including a visit with Santa, a Christmas movie playing at the World Heritage Movie Theatre, poetry readings, Christmas carols, period costumes and more. The World Heritage Centre, the Old Rectory, Stella Maris Church and Reeve Court will all be open, offering refreshments and well worth seeing. This event is generously sponsored by, Butterfield Bank. Admission: Free, Parking at Tiger Bay |
| Enquiries: Sionna J Barton, Bermuda National Trust, P.O Box HM 105, Hamilton HM AX, Bermuda, tel 441 236 6483, fax 441 236 0617, email palmetto@bnt.bm or website www.bnt.bm |
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| Chewstick – Open Mic Night |
| December 14, 28, 2008 8:00pm – 12:00am |
| Spinning Wheel, 79 Court Street, City of Hamilton, Level Night Club, Front Street, City of Hamilton (October 26 only) |
| Entertainment: Chewstick is an Open Mic night for - Rappers, Singers, Poets, Musicians, Artists, Spoken Word Performers, Dancers, Rockers, Reggae Artists, Hip Hop Artists, and Country Singers. All spectators are welcome. |
| Admission: $5 |
| Enquiries: Gavin Smith, Chewstick NGM, P.O Box HM1821, Hamilton HMHX, Bermuda, tel 441 504 2439, e-mail info@chewstick.com or website www.chewstick.com |
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| Coral Beach Club Open Junior Tennis Tournament 2008 |
| December 18 - 23, 2008 |
| Coral Beach & Tennis Club, 34 South Road, Paget |
| Sports Events: This is an open tennis tournament in which juniors may participate. Bermuda ranking points are earned. Updated rankings available on request. The matches are played on hard surface. |
| Admission: Free |
| Enquiries: Coral Beach & Tennis Club, 34 South Road, Paget PG 04, Bermuda, tel 441 236 2233 or fax 441 236 1876 |
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| Christmas and Boxing Day 2008 |
| December 25 - 26, 2008 All day |
| Across the Island |
| Public Holiday: Christmas Day and Boxing Day are Public Holidays. Consult the daily newspapers for Christmas Eve and midnight candlelight services in all denominations. |
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| Red Carpet @ LV’s Piano Lounge |
| December 31, 2008, 10:00pm – 3:00am |
| LV’s Piano Lounge, 12 Bermudiana Road, City of Hamilton, Pembroke |
| Special Event: Dance the night away with some of the island's hottest DJ's China & Bussy and resident Skilatchi inside the island's newest nightspot! Celebrate this New Year's Eve in affordable style with a mature party crowd and lots of fun goodies featuring exclusive valet parking, red carpet hosted by vybezalliance & bermuda’s top models, 2 glasses of champagne, hors d’oeuvres until midnight, party favors, venetian masks and crowns & continental breakfast at 2:00am. |
| Tickets: Advanced $90, limited VIP $125, tables of 4 include a complimentary bottle of champagne. Dress Code in effect, black tie, suit jacket, 23 and older. |
| Inquires: Belcario Thomas, Unité Promotions, tel 441 737 2355, email belcario@hotmail.com, website www.unite.bm |
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