this week in june …

All events are subject to change.
Further details can be obtained from the Department of Tourism, telephone 441-292-0023.
Alternatively, you can check the daily newspaper for further updates.
Submissions for the Calendar must be in writing fax to (441-295-3445)
or E-mail info@thisweekinbermuda.bm before the 10th of the month.

12th Annual Rubber
Duck Derby 2008
June 1 2:00pm Ordnance Island, Town of St. George, St. George

Come and enjoy this charitable event with the Friends of Hospice. The race categories include Youth, Pamper Me, Family and Corporate. The ducks will race through the waterway between Ordnance Island and the White Horse Inn. All proceeds in aid of Agape House.

Enquiries: Suzanne Morley, Friends of Hospice, Suite 124, 48 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, tel 441 232 0859, fax 441 232 2844, email karen.dyer@BermudaHospitals.bm or website www.agapehouse.bm.

Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard - PAPB VI
June 1 - 27 10:00am - 5:00pm Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys

This is a group show featuring Plein Air Painters of Bermuda's annual 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.

Bermuda Classic Guitar Festival 2008
June 1 7:30pm St. Andrew's Church, Church Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

Evening concerts featuring Louise Southwood, David France, Oliver Grant, Stephen Crawford, Andrew York and Brazil Guitar Duo. Admission: Tickets available from the Bermuda School of Music, tel 441 296 5100, The Music Box, tel 441 295 4839 and online at www.boxoffice.bm.

Enquiries: Department of Community and Cultural Affairs, 81 Court Street, Hamilton HM 12, Bermuda, tel 441 292 1681 or 441 292 9447, fax 441 292 2474 or 441 295 2772.

Bermuda Lectures & Tours
June 1 - 15, 17 - 30 Various locations across the Island

A selection of scheduled and privately arranged guided walks and talks, throughout the year. (Jan - Dec), 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, email trogers@northrock.bm

Byways Bermuda Tours - Personalised Tours of Bermuda
June 1 - 30 1:00pm - 5:00pm Various tours of the Island

Customers collected from their 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.

Enquiries: Byway Tours, P.O.Box DV 734, Devonshire DVBX, Bermuda, tel 441 504 8687, email rklatter@northrock.bm or website www.bywaysbermuda.com .

Commissioner's House - 32 Degress N 64 Degrees W
June 1 - 15, 17 - 30 9:30am - 4:30pm
Bermuda Maritime Museum, Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys

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, emailmarmuse@logic.bmor websitewww.bmm.bm.

Cricket Schedule

These weekend 2 day cricket matches have become a favourite Bermudian event. Local Premier and First Division teams compete in county games for a variety of championship cups.

Sunday June 1: Premier Division, Time: 11:00am

Cleveland County Cricket Club vs Somerset Cricket Club, Location: St. George's Cricket Club, St. George's.

Devonshire Recreational Club vs Southampton Rangers Sports Club, Location: Devonshire Recreational Club, Devonshire.

St. David's Cricket Club vs Police Recreational Club, Location: St. David's Oval, St. David's.

First Division, Time: 11:00am

Leg Trappers Sports Club vs Flatts Village Recreational Club, Location: Police Field, Devonshire.

Pembroke Hamilton Club vs Western Stars Sports Club, Location: White Hill Field, Sandys.

Willow Cuts Cricket Club vs Warwick Workmen's Club, Location Somerset Cricket Club, Sandys.

Bailey's Bay Cricket Club vs Somerset Bridge Recreational Club, Location: Sea Breeze Oval, Bailey's Bay.

Saturday June 7: First Division, Time 11:00am

Pembroke Hamilton Club vs Leg Trappers Sports Club, Location: white Hill Field, Sandys.

Bailey's Bay Cricket Club vs Under 18, Location: Sea Breeze Oval, Bailey's Bay.

Warwick Workmen's Club vs Willow Cuts Cricket Club, Location: Southampton Oval, Southampton.

Western Stars Sports Club vs Flatts Village Recreational Club, Location: St. John's Field, Pembroke.

Saturday June 14: Premier Division, Time: 11:00am

Police Recreational Club vs Cleveland County Cricket Club, Location: Police Field, Devosnhire.

Young Men's Social Club vs Devonshire Recreational Sports Club, Location: Devonshire Recreational Sports Club, Devonshire.

St. David's Cricket Club vs Somerset Cricket Club, Location: St. David's Cricket Club, St. David's.

St. George's Cricket Club vs Southampton Rangers Sports Club, Location: St. George's Cricket Club, St. George's.

First Division, Time 11:00am

Somerset Bridge Recreational Sports Club vs Western Stars Sports Club, Location: White Hill Field, Sandys.

Willow Cuts Cricket Club vs Leg Trappers Sports Club, Location: Somerset cricket Club, Sandys.

Bailey's Bay Cricket Club vs Pembroke Hamilton Club, Location: Sea Breeze Oval, Bailey's Bay.

Sunday June 15: Premier Division, Time: 11:00am

Police Recreational Club vs St. David's Cricket Club, Location: Police Field, Devonshire.

Clevleand County Cricket Club vs Devonshire Recreational Sports Club, Location: St. George's Cricket Club, St. George's.

Southampton Rangers Sports Club vs St. George's Cricket Club, Location: Southampton Oval, Southampton.

Young Men's Social Club vs Somerset Cricket Club, Location: Devonshire Recreational Sports Club, Devonshire.

First Division, Time: 11:00am

Flatts Village Recreational Club vs Warwick Workmen's Club, Location: St. David's Cricket Club, St. David's.

Western Stars Sports Club vs Leg Trappers Sports Club, Location: St. John's Field, Pembroke.

Saturday June 21: Open Cricket, Time: 10:00am

Willow Cuts Cricket Club vs St. George's Cricket Club, Location: Somerset Cricket Club, Sandys.

Devonshire Recreational Sports Club vs Bailey's Bay Cricket Club, Location: Devosnhire Recreational Sports Club, Devonshire.

St. David's Cricket Club vs Southampton Rangers Sports Club, Location: St. David's Oval, St. David's.

Western Stars sports Club vs Young Men's Social Club, Location: st. John's Field, Pembroke.

Cleveland County Cricket Club vs Leg Trappers Sports Club, Location: St. George's Cricket Club, St. George's.

Somerset Bridge Recreational Club vs Police Recreational Club, Location: White Hill Field, Sandys.

Warwick Workmen's Club vs Pembroke Hamilton Club, Location: Southampton Rangers, Southampton.

Somerset Cricket Club vs Warwick Workmen's Club, Location: Sea Breeze Oval, Bailey's Bay.

Sunday June 22: Premier Division, Time: 11:00am

Southampton Rangers Sports Club vs Cleveland County Cricket Club, Location: Southampton Oval, Southampton.

Young Men's Social Club vs St. David's Cricket Club, Location: Devonshire Recreational Sports Club, Devonshire.

Somerset Cricket Club vs Police Recreational Club, Location: Somerset Cricket Club.

St. George's Cricket Club vs Devonshire Recreational Sports Club, Location: St. George's Cricket Club, St. George's.

First Division, Time: 11:00am

Leg Trappers Sports Club vs Somerset Bridge Recreational Club, Location: Police Field, Devonshire.

Bailey's Bay Cricket Club vs Warwick Workmen's Club, Location: Sea Breeze Oval, Bailey's Bay.

Flatts Village Recreational Club vs Pembroke Hamilton Club, Location: St. David's Cricket Club, St. David's.

Western Stars Sports Club vs Willow Cuts Cricket Club, Location: St. John's Field, Pembroke.

Saturday June 28: Cup Match Trail, Location to be determined.

Sunday June 29: Open Cricket, Time: 10:00am

Willow Cuts Cricket Club vs St. David's Cricket Club, Location: Somerset Cricket club, Sandys.

Bailey's Bay Cricket Club vs St. George's Cricket Club, Location: Sea Breeze Oval, Bailey's Bay.

Young Men's Social Club vs Devonshire Recreational Sports Club, Location: Devonshire Recreational Sports Club, Devonshire.

Western Stars Sports Club vs Southampton Rangers Sports Club, Location: St. John's Field, Pembroke.

Police Recreational Club vs Cleveland County Cricket Club, Location: Police Field, Devonshire.

Flatts Recreational Club vs Somerset Bridge Recreational Club, Location: St. David's Cricket Club, St. David's.

Warwick Workmen's Club vs Leg Trappers Sports Club, Location: Southampton Rangers, Southampton.

Pembroke Hamilton Club vs Somerset cricket Club, Location: White Hill field, Sandys.

Enquiries: Neil Speight, Bermuda Cricket Board, P.O. Box HM 992, Hamilton HM DX, Bermuda, tel 441 292 8958 or fax 441 292 8959 or website www.cricket.bm.

Island Construction Co. Open Tennis Tournament
June 1 - 14 Pomander Gate Tennis Club, Pomander Gate, Paget

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.

Enquiries: Pomander Gate Tennis Club, P.O.Box HM 62, Hamilton HM AX, Bermuda, tel 441 236 5400 fax 441 236 5076.

Walking Club of Bermuda
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 7:00am

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, unless otherwise noted. Each week is a different start point. The location is always in the main parking area at any listed start point. Starting Points:

Jun 1 - Modern Mart, South Road, Paget.

Jun 8 - Chaplin Bay, South Road, Southampton.

Jun 15 - Elbow Beach, public road entrance, Paget.

Jun 22 - Spittal Pond, Western Entrance, Smith's Parish.

Jun 29 - Bridge Club, Paget Close, Pomander Road, Paget.

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.

Beating Retreat Ceremony
June 2, 25 9:00pm

Performed by the Band and Corps of Drums of the Bermuda Regiment along with the Bermuda Island Pipe Band and their lady dancers.

Monday, June 2. Location: Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys

Wednesday, June 25. Location: Front Street, City of Hamilton

Enquiries: Department of Cultural Affairs, The Gate House, 81 Court Street, Hamilton HM 12, Bermuda, tel 441 292 9447, Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000, 441 799 4842 or 441 536 4636 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Crission & Hind Fine Art Gallery
June 2 - 7, 9 - 14, 17 - 21, 23 - 28, 30 9:00am - 5:00pm
Crission Building, Front Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

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.

Destination Dockyard
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 8:00pm - 11:00pm Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys

Join us in the West End for a fun-filled Street Festival... DESTINATION DOCKYARD! Spend your entire evening in the West End! HAPPY HOUR: Dolphin Show at Dolphin Quest - 6:30pm. A great family event that the kids will love! ($5 entrance fee) 'Taste of Bermuda' at Frog & Onion and Bermuda Craft Market - 6pm-8pm. Free samples of some of Bermuda's most famous dishes and drinks! THE MAIN EVENT: A Variety of Live Entertainment, Glass Blowing, Gombey's, Clocktower Shopping Mall (Opening until 10pm), Children's Activities, Local Arts and Crafts, Bermudian and Ethnic Foods AFTER HOURS: Salsa Dancing and Spicy Food at Bone Fish - 7pm-12pm. Reggae Beach Party at Snorkel Park - 10pm-2am. Take the 6:30pm ferry or 7:00pm tender direct from Hamilton to Dockyard! Last ferry from Dockyard to Hamilton is at 11:30pm. Admission: Free

Enquiries: Bermuda Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box HM 655, Hamilton HM CX, Bermuda, tel 441 295 4201, fax 441 292 5779, email ldavis@bcc.bm or website www.bermudachamber.bm.

World Heritage Centre
June 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 10:00am - 4:00pm
World Heritage Centre, Penno's Wharf, St. George

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 .

"Artist in the Garden" Spring Series
June 3 - 7, 10 - 14, 17 10:00am - 4:00pm
Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, Botanical Gardens, Paget

This is a show featuring Local Artists. Opening receptions are held at Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art on the first date of each exhibition from 5:30pm - 7:00pm.

Marion Watlington - Acrylic and Watercolour Painting - May 29 - Jun 17.

Admission: Non-members $5, members 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.

"Somewhere Beyond The Sea"
June 3 - 7, 10 - 14, 17 - 21, 24 10:00am - 4:00pm
Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, Botanical Gardens, Paget

This is the opening show of the new building. It is a show of collective works. all works are painted by artists who have visited Bermuda and were inspired by its beauty and light. Admission: Non-members $5, members 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.

Bermuda Quilter's Guild
June 3, 19 Peace Lutheran Church Hall, South Road, Paget

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

Carter House
June 3 - 5, 7, 10 - 12, 14, 17 - 19, 21, 24 - 26, 28 10:00am - 4:00pm
Carter House, Southside, St. David's

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.

Evening with the Stars
June 3 Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, (BUEI), East Broadway, Hamilton

Join us for stargazing. We will point out equatorial constellations or other interesting celestial sights. Please check with BUEI for exact departure times. Admission: Members $35, Non-members $40.

Enquiries: Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, P.O.Box HM 1745, Hamilton HM GX, Bermuda, tel 441 297 7314, fax 441 236 6141, email info@buei.org or website www.buei.org.

Masterworks Foundation at Camden House
June 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 12:00 noon - 2:00pm
Camden House, Botanical Gardens, Paget

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.

Spring After-School Art Adventures
June 3 - 5 Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, Botanical Gardens, Paget

Become a Junior Arts Detective. Be the first to discover the treasures of The Masterwork Collection and sleuth topics of Bermuda's history, people and culture. Kind sponsorship by Montpelier Re Foundation. Admission: Must register online. Website www.bermudamasterworks.com. This is for children ages 6 to 12 years.

Enquiries: Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, P.O.Box HM 1929, Hamilton HM HX, Bermuda, tel 441 236 2950, fax 441 236 4402, email edumworks@logic.bm or website www.bermudamasterworks.com.

St. George's Street Festival
June 3, 10, 17, 24 7:00pm - 10:00pm
King's Square, Town of St. George, St. George's

Weekly summer festival with local crafts, foods, Town Crier, historical re-enactments, Kiddie corner, entertainment, prizes, dancing and late night shopping. Admission: Free.

Enquiries: Alphonso Harris, Churchill's, 27 York Street, St. George's GE 05, Bermuda, tel 441 297 1650, fax 441 297 0814, or email churchills@myoffice.bm

Tony B & Friends Live Music
June 3 - 7, 10 - 14, 17 - 21, 24 - 28 6:30pm - 9:00pm
9 Beaches, Dark & Stormy Bar, Long Bay Lane, Sandys

Tony B has been entertaining visitors for over 20 years. Come and enjoy a wonderful evening listening to local music and dance and dine under the stars. Tony B & Friends play a range of songs from reggae, rock, calypso and soul. He plays everthing from Jimmy Buffet to Bob Marley or the Beatles to Motown!! Schedule:

Tuesdays: TONY B & Friends with LIMBO FUN and Lamont Robinson.

Wednesdays: TONY B & Friends.

Thursdays: TONY B & Friends featuring Robert Lansing.

Fridays: TONY B & Friends with LIMBO FUN.

Saturdays: TONY B & Friends plays golden Rock & Soul.

Admission: $75 which includes buffet dinner, 2 dark 'n stormy drinks and band.

Enquiries: Tony Brannon, P.O.Box HM 900, Hamilton HM DX, Bermuda, tel 441 334 8669, email tony@bermuda.com or website www.betterdaysbermuda.com.

Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences Tour
June 4, 11, 18, 25 10:00am 17 Biological Lane, St. George's

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.

Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series - Is Art Free in Bermuda?
June 4 12:30pm - 1:30pm City Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton

Come and listen to moderator Emma Donouk, a teaching artist as she talks about "Is Art Free in Bermuda"? Featured artists include Will Collieson, Dana Cooper, Louisa Flannery, John Gardner, Peter Lapsley. Admission: Non-members $5, members free. This is sponsored by Community & Cultural Affairs.

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.bng.bm.

Bermuda National Trust Gold Tour
June 4, 11, 18, 25 10:00am - 12:00pm Waterville, The Lane, Paget

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.

Harbour Nights
June 4, 11, 18, 25 7:00pm - 10:00pm Front Street, City of Hamilton

The highlight of your visit will be at HARBOUR NIGHTS... "The Bermuda Way of Life". Create memories by participating in a variety of live entertainment, local traditions, water activities, train rides, children's activities, local arts and crafts, Gombey's, Bermudian and Ethnic foods. Hamilton's Front Street is closed to traffic and open to fun! Bring the family, shop, dance and participate in Bermuda's unique culture and traditions. NEW!!! Take the ferry to Hamilton… From Dockyard (King's Wharf): 6:30pm or 7:00pm - Return to Dockyard: 10pm or 11pm...From St. George's: 6:05pm - Return to St. George's: 10:00pm. Admission: Free

Enquiries: Bermuda Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box HM 655, Hamilton HM CX, Bermuda, tel 441 295 4201, fax 441 292 5779, email ldavis@bcc.bm or website www.bermudachamber.bm.

Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo - Storytime
June 6, 13, 20, 27 11:15am - 11:45am
Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo, 40 North Shore Road, Flatts

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.

Beach Tennis
June 7, 14, 21, 28 10:00am - 2:00pm
Horseshoe Bay, South Shore Road, Southampton

Beach Tennis has come to Bermuda. Come and join Mark Cordeiro, the tennis pro at Fairmont, together with Mark Bell and Tony Brannon as they look forward to creating an exciting new outdoor activity for both locals and visitors. Anyone from 6 to 86 can play beach tennis. See You at the beach! Admission, Rules and to join: See www.playbeachtennis.ning.com .

Enquiries: Tony Brannon, P.O.Box HM 900, Hamilton HM DX, Bermuda, tel 441 334 8669, email tony@bermudabeachtennis.com or website www.BermudaBeachTennis.com .

BELCO Cup 2008
June 7 - 8 11:00am St. David's County Cricket Club, St. David's

The BELCO Cup sees the top four teams in the Premier Division from the previous season compete in a semi-finals played on Saturday and the final on Sunday. This year, Young Men's Social Club, St. David's, St. George's and Southampton Rangers will compete. Admission: $5

Enquiries: Bermuda Cricket Board, P.O.Box HM 992, Hamilton, Bermuda HM DX, Bermuda, tel 441 292 8958, fax 441 292 8959, email sdill@cricket.bm or website www.cricket.bm.

Bermuda Breeze Smooth Jazz Series
June 7 8:30pm Fairmont Southampton, South Road, Southampton

Come and listen to International and local Jazz musicians.

Tickets: $75 per person. Tickets can be purchased at People's Pharmacy in Hamilton, Caesar's Pharmacy in Somerset, Soundstage in the Washington Mall in Hamilton or at www.boxoffice.bm. Enquiries: Fairmont Southampton, 101 South Road, Southampton, Bermuda, tel 441 238 8000 or tel 1 800 257 7544, fax 441 238 8968, email southampton@fairmont.com or website www.fairmont.com.

Bermuda Folk Club featuring Lindsay Ferguson
June 7 8:00pm Spanish Point Boat Club, Pembroke

Come and enjoy the music of Lindsay Ferguson. Admission: $8 Non-members, $5 Members.

Enquiries: Bermuda Folk Club, tel 441 291 2070 or 441 734 2311 or website www.folkclub.bm.

Saturday Junior Arts Club
June 7, 14, 21 Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, Botanical Gardens, Paget

This starts in the spring with sessions of three classes April - June. Students will explore art-making activities with varied materials and techniques. Kind sponsorship by Montpelier Re Foundation. Admission: Must register online. Website www.bermudamasterworks.com. This is for children ages 5 to 12 years.

Enquiries: Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, P.O.Box HM 1929, Hamilton HM HX, Bermuda, tel 441 236 2950, fax 441 236 4402, email edumworks@logic.bm or website www.bermudamasterworks.com.

4th Annual Makin' Waves Beach "Crap Shoot" Tournament
June 9 9:00am - 3:00pm Horseshoe Bay Bay Beach, Southampton

This is an open 4-a-side, coed beach tournament. Registration: $30 per player.

Enquiries: Bermuda Volleyball Association, Suite 885, 48 Par-la-ville Road, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, tel 441 291 1898, email bdavb@hotmail.bm or website www.bermudavolleyball.bm.

Junior Sports Locker Open Tennis Tournament
June 9 – 14 Coral Beach & Tennis Club, 34 South Road, Paget

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 clay surface.

Enquiries: Coral Beach & Tennis Club, 34 South Road, Paget PG 04, Bermuda, tel 441 236 2233 or fax 441 236 1876.

5th Annual Bermuda Fly Fishing Invitational
June 10 - 14 4:30pm - 6:00pm
The Fairmont Hamilton Princess, Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke

This is an invitational offshore fly fishing event. The public may come to the weigh-ins at the Fairmont dock, Wednesday through Saturday 4:30pm - 6:00pm. The event is co-hosted by Bob Brien and by Flip Pallott, host of ESPN's award winning fly fishing show "Walkers Cay Chronicles".

Enquiries: Robert Brien, Bermuda Fly Fishing Invitational, 465 Arlington Avenue, Bristol, Virginia 24201, U.S.A, tel 276 466 3438, fax 276 466 1014 or email haverfordgroup@chartertn.net.

Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series - Fresh Faces in the 2008 Biennial
June 11 12:30pm - 1:30pm City Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

Come and listen to moderator Lisa Howie who is the Education Director as she talks about "Fresh Faces in the 2008 Biennial". Featured artists include Frank Chiappa, Al Donouk, Molly Godet, Kok Won Lee, Miles Manders. Admission: Non-members $5, members free. This is sponsored by Community & Cultural Affairs.

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.bng.bm.

Capital G Iron Kids Triathlon
June 14 Clearwater Beach, St. David's

Enquiries: Bermuda Triathlon Association, Suite 547, 48 Par-la-ville Road, Hamilton, Bermuda HM 11, email bermudatriathlon@gmail.com or website www.bta.bm.

ITF/Bank of Bermuda Foundation Jr. Tennis Tournament
June 14 – 21 W.E.R Joell Stadium, 2 Marsh Folly Road, Pembroke

This is an International tennis tournament for juniors.

Enquiries: Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association, 2 Marsh Folly Road, Pembroke HM 13, Bermuda, tel 441 292 0105 or website www.blta.bm.

8th Lepercq Memorial
June 15 12 noon Pembroke Sunday School, Pembroke

This is a karate/kickboxing tournament for 18 years and up. Tickets: $10 adults, $5 children under 12 years.

Enquiries: Krisitina Ingham, Bermuda Karate Institute, P.O.Box HM 2140, Hamilton HM JX, Bermuda, tel 441 292 2157, fax 441 292 5123, email kingham@cwbda.bm or website www.bermudakarate.free.bm

Bermuda Fitted Dinghy Races
June 15 - 16, 29 12:00 noon - 3:00pm

The Bermuda Fitted Dinghy is probably the only sailing class in the world that allows the skipper to finish a race with fewer crewmen than when he started! Insane or not, the Bermuda Fitted Dinghy has provided Bermudians and visitors with rollicking, thrilling sport since about 1853. The race season is from May to mid - September. Race Schedule:

Sunday , June 15, Location: Mangrove Bay:

Monday, June 16, Location: Mangrove Bay:

Sunday, June 29, Location: Granaway Deep:

Enquiries: Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club, P.O. Box PG 298, Paget PG BX, Bermuda, tel 441 236 4411, fax 441 236 5581, email secretary@rhadc.bm or website www.rhadc.bm.

Queens Birthday Home Event
June 16 Harrington Sound Dock, Harrington Sound, Smiths Parish

This is a casual event for the Bermuda Triathlon Association. Admission, Registration & Information: Website www.bta.bm.

Enquiries: Bermuda Triathlon Association, Suite 547, 48 Par-la-ville Road, Hamilton, Bermuda HM 11, email bermudatriathlon@gmail.com or website www.bta.bm.

Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series - Photographic Technique - Dreamscapes
June 18 12:30pm - 1:30pm City Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

Come and listen to artist Theresa Airey as she discusses infrared photography in Bermuda. Admission: Non-members $5, members free. This is sponsored by Community & Cultural Affairs.

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.bng.bm.

Glow Worm Cruises
June 19 – 20 Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, (BUEI), East Broadway, Hamilton

Bermuda's fireworm or "glow worm" produces bioluminescent displays during its mating activities. During the summer nights, between two and three nights after a full moon, after sunset this illuminated mating ritual can be witnessed. This only lasts a few minutes. Please check with BUEI for the exact times of departure. Admission: Members $35, Non-members $40.

Enquiries: Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, P.O.Box HM 1745, Hamilton HM GX, Bermuda, tel 441 297 7314, fax 441 236 6141, email info@buei.org or website www.buei.org.

Bermuda Hogges FC June 2008 Schedule
June 20, 22, 28 7:00pm National Sports Centre, Frog Lane, Devonshire

The Bermuda Hogges FC are the first and only professional football franchise based in Bermuda. Watch them play 2nd division teams in the US Soccer League. Schedule:

Friday June 20: Western Mass Pioneers vs Bermuda Hogges.

Sunday June 22: Western Mass Pioneers vs Bermuda Hogges.

Saturday June 28: Charlotte Eagles vs Bermuda Hogges.

Admission: Both season and single game tickets can be purchased online at www.boxoffice.bm for certain seats. Tickets may also be purchased at the stadium on game day. Tickets are $25 online or $35 at gate. One child under 16 years will be admitted free with each paying adult.

Enquires: Bermuda Hogges FC, Suite 1135, 48 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda or website www.bermudahoggesfc.com.

Historical Heartbeats Lecture - "Martello Tower Tour and More"
June 20 6:00pm - 9:00pm Buses depart from Base Gate, St. David's

Come and enjoy the East End walking and bus tour. Learn from speakers Drew Pettit, Andre Bermingham and James Smith as you visit Martello Tower, St. David's Lighthouse, Carter House and more. Light refreshments will be served. Admission: Free.Contact the office in advance for your free ticket.

Enquiries: Dr. Kim Dismont Robinson, Folklife Officer, Department of Community and Cultural Affairs, 81 Court Street, Hamilton HM 12, Bermuda, tel 441 292 9447, fax 441 292 2474, email kdrobinson@gov.bmor website www.communityandculture.bm .

Newport Bermuda Race
June 20 – 28 Newport, Rhode Island to St. David's, Bermuda

The Biennial Newport Bermuda Race will start June 20 off Castle Hill Lighthouse near the mouth of Narragansett Bay in Newport, Rhode Island and finishes off St. David's Lighthouse, St. David's Head on the North Eastern tip of Bermuda. The Newport Bermuda Race is an ocean racing classic first run in 1906 and always stands as one of the world's premier blue water sailing contests. The 635 mile course crosses the Gulf Stream, that unpredictable, meandering river in the Atlantic that separates temperate waters from tropical waters, continental weather from Mid-Atlantic weather and the men from the boys on their "thrash to the Onion Patch".

Enquiries: Donna Heslop, Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, P.O. Box HM 894, Hamilton HM DX, Bermuda, tel 441 295 2214 ext 107, email secretary@rbyc.bm or website www.bermudarace.com.

The Annual Heineken Round the Island Seagull Race
June 21 8:00am Spanish Point Boat Club, Spanish Point, Pembroke

Different classes of boats and Seagull engines race around the Island of Bermuda. Profits go to "green" causes this year and will be donated to the Buy Back Bermuda. Rain date June 28th. Admission: Race Participants - $50 per person. Minimum two people in a boat. Spectators - Free.

Enquiries: Round the Island Seagull Race Committee, P.O.Box HM 3221, Hamilton HM PX, Bermuda, tel 441 298 6633, fax 441 292 3793 or email martine.e.purssell@marsh.com, or website www.risr.free.bm.

Turtle Tours
June 22, 25, 28 – 29 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, East Broadway, Pembroke

Join us as we sail from BUEI to turtle waters looking for these majestic creatures. The boat leaves from the BUEI dock. Admission: Members $35, Non-members $40.

Enquiries: Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, 40 Crow Lane, Pembroke HM 19, Bermuda, P.O.Box HM 1745, Hamilton HM GX, Bermuda, tel 441 292 7219, fax 441 236 6141, email info@buei.org or website www.buei.org.

Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series - Exploring Modern Art
June 25 12:30pm - 1:30pm City Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton

Come and join the film "Wassily Kandinsky". Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944), who was a Russian painter, is generally regarded as an originator of abstract painting and one of the most important innovators in modern art, both as an artist and as a theorist. Kandinsky’s unrelenting quest for new forms produced diverse works including abstract and figurative, romantic, colourful, and complex art pieces. Admission: Non-members $5, members free. This is sponsored by Community & Cultural Affairs.

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.bng.bm.

Men's and Ladies' Amateur Stroke Play
June 26 - 29 7:30am - 3:00pm Mid Ocean Club, Tuckers Town, Smith's Parish

Bermuda Men's Amateur Stroke Play Championship 72 Hole Stroke Play, Handicap limit 18, prizes Gross & Net. Entry Fee: $40. Closing Date: June 20.

Bermuda Ladies Amateur Stroke Play Championship 54 Hole Stroke Play, Handicap limit 24, prizes Gross & Net. Entry Fee: $300. Closing Date: June 20.

Enquires: Bermuda Golf Association, P.O.Box HM 433, Hamilton HM BX, Bermuda, tel 441 295 9972, fax 441 295 0304, email info@bermudagolf.bm or website www.bermudagolf.org.

Bermuda Folk Club featuring Allan Taylor
June 27 8:00pm Spanish Point Boat Club, Pembroke

Come and enjoy the music of Alan Taylor and local artists. Admission: $8 Non-members, $5 Members.

Enquiries: Bermuda Folk Club, tel 441 291 2070 or 441 734 2311 or website www.folkclub.bm.

A Somers Evening
June 28 5:00pm - 10:00pm The Town of St. George's

This is a family event. Come to the Town Square for face-painting, bouncy castle, vintage photo booth and many more games. In the evening we will be bringing "History to Life". Historic reenactments being held throughout the Town at the State House, The Bermudian Heritage Association, The St. George's Historical Society, Tucker House, Globe Hotel and Town Hall. There will be delicious refreshments and fabulous raffles. Tickets: Free

Enquiries: Barbara Holmes Simon, The St. George's Foundation, P.O.Box GE 58, St. George's GE BX, Bermuda, tel 441 297 3686, fax 441 297 2479, email membershiptsgf@logic.bm or website www.stgeorgesfoundation.com.

Canada Day Beach Party
June 28 12:00pm noon - 5:00pm Chaplin Bay, South Shore Road, Southampton

This is the annual Canada day beach party and BBQ. This is a family event with games and music. All are welcome. Admission: Membership cost.

Enquiries: Association of Canadians in Bermuda, Suite 335, 12 Church Street, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, tel 441 505 8615, fax 441 292 8362, email president@canadians.bm or website www.canadians.bm.

Minute Maid Junior Tennis Open Tournament
June 28 – 30 W.E.R Joell Stadium, 2 Marsh Folly Road, Pembroke

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.

Enquiries: Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association, 2 Marsh Folly Road, Pembroke HM 13, Bermuda, tel 441 292 0105 or website www.blta.bm.

AON National Sprint Championships
June 29 Clearwater Beach, St. David's

Enquiries: Bermuda Triathlon Association, Suite 547, 48 Par-la-ville Road, Hamilton, Bermuda HM 11, email bermudatriathlon@gmail.com or website www.bta.bm.

Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard - Blue
June 29 - 30 10:00am - 5:00pm Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys

This is an open/juried show. Theme is Ocean, Sky, Morning-Glory, Shadows and Eyes. 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.

Note: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of the Calendar of Events.
Details are subject to change without notice and therefore it is advisable to verify directly through the contact details provided before making arrangements based on that information.