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this week in october …
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.

Beating Retreat Ceremony
October 1, 29, 9:00pm
Rotating venues
Performed by the Band and Corps of Drums of the Bermuda Regiment along with the Bermuda Island Pipe Band and their lady dancers.
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008.
Location: King's Square, St. George's
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008.
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.
Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art – Charge of the Light Brigade
September 13 – January 1, Monday – 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
Bermuda Archives Exhibit: "A Very Manifest Alteration. The Life & Times of Pilot Jemmy Darrel, 1793 to 1816."
October 1 - 31, 9:00am - 5:00pm
The Exhibit explores the legal status of free persons of colour in the age of slavery through historical documents written by and about celebrated Pilot James (Jemmy) Darrel.
Admission: free, group visits by arrangement.
Enquiries: Mrs Gaynell Weeks, Bermuda Archives, Lower Level, Government Administration Building, 30 Parliament Street, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, tel 441 294 9196.
Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard - The Nature of Things
October 1 - 10 10:00am - 5:00pm
Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys
This is an open/juried 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 Beach Jam and Havana Sounds
October 1 - 26, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Beach It! Fort St. Catherine Beach, St. George's
Enjoy Rock, Blues and Latin music in the historic parish of St. George. A free party for lovers of diverse music, sand, sun-downers and for just cooling out.
Admission: Free
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.
Bermuda Bridge Club Games
October 1 - 31
Bermuda Bridge Club, Pomander Road, Paget
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.
Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences Tour
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 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 Lectures & Tours - Year Round Tours
October 1 - 31
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
Bermuda Maritime Museum
October 1 – 31, 9:30am to 5:00pm
Bermuda Maritime Museum, Royal Naval Dockyard, Somerset
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.
Steinhoff Magazine, High Cave: 'Prisoners in Paradise' - artifacts in Bermuda cedar/stone/other materials created by Dockyard convict establishment, and prisoners of the Boer and World Wars.
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.
Bermuda National Gallery – Autumn Exhibitions - Bill Brandt: A Retrospective; The History of Photography & Bermuda
September 29 – December 24, Monday – Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm, Saturdays 10:00am – 2:00pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, 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
Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series – Exploring Bill Brandt
October 1, 12:30pm -1:30pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton
Lecture: Ian Jeffrey to explore the art of Bill Brandt’s photography.
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 education@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com
Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series – Film: Un Chien Andalou/ The Andalusian Dog Dir. Luis Buñuel & Salvador Dalí, 1929 (17 min., b/w)
October 8, 12:30pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton
Misc: Made in 1929, this film is considered the first from the Surrealist movement and a landmark in the history of cinema. Film to be played twice with some discussion on Brandt’s photography.
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 education@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com
Bermuda National Gallery – Photography Workshop, Getting Your Work Published
October 4, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton Lectures:
Topics for discussion: pros and cons of self-publishing; finding a printer and/ or publisher; new web sites for publishing; process for book layout; funding and selling; legal issues; paper choices, binding, and ISBN numbers.
Admission: Members $20, Non-Members $25 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 education@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com
Bermuda National Gallery – Photography Workshop, Sharpening Your Vision & Increasing Your Creativity
October 4, 10am – 12pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton
Lectures: Theresa Airey, published international artist and author of four books on creativity, with extensive experience in the photography industry. This presentation is full of tips to make your work more creative and includes practical activities. Admission: Members $20, Non-Members $25 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 or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com
Bermuda National Gallery – Architecture Workshop
October 18, 10am – 1pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton
Lectures: Architect John Gardner provides a hands-on workshop for those interested in learning more about architecture. Admission: Members $10, for ages 14-18 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 education@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com
Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series - Film: When Voices Rise… Dismantling Segregation in a Polite Society Dir. Errol Williams, 2002 (74 min.)
October 14 - 17, 12:30pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton
Misc: To mark National Heroes Day, this documentary about the dismantling of segregation in Bermuda will be shown daily.
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 education@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com
Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series – Women In The Visual Arts
October 21, 12:30pm – 1:30pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton
Lectures: Susan Stirling, Director of the National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, D.C. on the contributions women have made to art history.
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 education@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com
Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series – Film: Lee Miller, Through The Mirror Dir. Sylvain Roumette, 1995 (55 min.)
October 22, 12:30pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton
Misc: Photographer, Vogue model and muse for Man Ray, Lee Miller made a name for herself as a post-surrealist artist and war correspondent.
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 education@bng.bm www.bermudanationalgallery.com
Bermuda National Gallery Lunchtime Series – Film: Sabotage Dir. Alfred Hitchock, 1936 (76 min. b/w)
October 29, 12:30pm Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, Church Street, City of Hamilton
Misc: An operator of a local cinema also works with a group of saboteurs and hides his secret life from his wife and brother-in-law.
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 education@bng.bm or website www.bermudanationalgallery.com
Famous Homes & Hideaways Sightseeing Cruise
October 1 – 31,
Tours depart daily from Hamilton or Dockyard
Most informative and highly entertaining sightseeing cruise in Bermuda. This tour will give you a wealth of well researched historical facts as well as lots of humorous personal stories about the Island.
Cruise into exclusive neighbourhoods known as Millionaire’s row and see the Homes of the Rich & Famous. Discover tranquil Island Hideaways, and learn about the Island’s past and present, Flora, Fauna and Marine Life. $45 per person.
Enquiries: For more information call Ronnie O’Connor on 335-7201 or email consort@northrock.bm
Bermuda Music Festival
October 1 - 4
National Sports Centre, Frog Lane, Devonshire
Over 10 years in the running, the Bermuda Music Festival brings some of the best and brightest Bermudian and international entertainers to the stages of our finest venues.
Event Schedule:
Wednesday, October 1:
The Whispers
The Fairmont Southampton Beach club - General Admission Ticket
Thursday, October 2:
Solange Knowles
Lyfe Jennings
Beyonce
National Sports Centre - Reserved Seating
Friday, October 3:
Collie Buddz
Ub40
National Sports Centre - Reserved Seating
Saturday, October 4:
Aaron Neville
Alicia Keys
National Sports Centre - Reserved Seating
Gates Open 6:00pm, Show Time 7:00pm
Enquiries: Bermuda Department of Tourism, Global House, 43 Church Street, Hamilton, Bermuda, tel 441 292 0023 or website www.bermudamusicfestival.com .
Bermuda National Trust Gold Tour
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 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.
Brew, Rum Muster and Pirate Adventure
October 1 - 30, 6:00pm
The Frog & Onion Pub, Royal Naval Dockyard, Somerset
The 2 hour guided tour meets in the Cooperage Atrium and begins in The Dockyard Brewing Company's brewery where you can taste the five local brews. The tour leads to the Admirals Room for Rum Lecture 101 and Gosling's Bermuda Rum tasting. Enjoy your favorite brew or rum drink at the Frog & Onion Bar with your 2 drink vouchers. The tour also includes Bermuda Pub snacks, and a 20% discount voucher to The Ballast Logo Gift Shop. During the tour make sure to visit The Bermuda Craft Market and "Taste of Bermuda".
Make it a 3 hour tour starting at 5:00pm and enjoy a live stunt show 'Pirates in Paradise'.
Stay for dinner and enjoy the music of Bermuda's home grown Country Rock Band WD-50.
Admission: $39, tour plus 'Pirates in Paradise' $60
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.
Byways Bermuda Tours - Personalised Tours of Bermuda
October 1 - 31, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Various tours of the Island
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.
Enquiries: Byway Tours, P.O. Box DV 734, Devonshire DVBX, Bermuda, tel 441 504 8687, email rklatter@northrock.bm or website www.bywaysbermuda.com .
Carter House
October 1 - 2, 4, 7 - 9, 11, 14 - 16, 18, 21 - 23, 25, 28 - 30, 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.
Commissioner's House - 32 Degress N 64 Degrees W
October 1 - 31, 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, email marmuse@logic.bm or website www.bmm.bm.
Crission & Hind Fine Art Gallery
October 1 - 4, 6 - 11, 13 - 18, 20 - 25, 27 - 31, 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.
Dark 'N Stormy® Island Nights
October 1 - 31, 7:00pm
9 Beaches, Long Bay Lane, Sandys
The perfect family entertainment for your family and friends.
Tuesday and Friday evenings: enjoy the Limbo Show with the Dark 'N' Stormy Limbo Girls.
Wednesday and Thursday evenings: enjoy the soothing sounds of an acoustic guitar.
Saturdays: dance under the stars while golden rock and soul fill the air.
Tickets Include: Island Buffet dinner from 7:00pm - 8:00pm, two complimentary cocktails, and the Better Days band featuring Tony B & Friends.
Admission: $75, tickets from tel 441 232 6655 or email tickets@9beaches.com
Enquiries: 9 Beaches, PO Box MA 238, Sandys MA BX, Bermuda, tel 441 239 2999, website www.9beaches.com.
Greg's Steakhouse Summer Supper Club Series
October 1 - 23, 7:00pm - 9:00pm or 9:30pm - 11:30pm
Greg's Steak House, Church Street, City of Hamilton
A sophisticated evening every Thursday of exquisite music featuring Bermuda's first lady of soul Sheila Smith on vocals. Dine on our award winning Certified Angus Beef steaks while listening to sultry sounds, featuring contemporary jazz and decades of your favourite tunes.
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Admission: $75 dinner package for first show, two drink minimum for second show. Call 441 297 2333 for reservations.
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.
After Dark Music Madness
October 1 - 21, 9:30pm - 1:30pm
The Cellar Club Lounge, Fairmont Southampton Hotel, South Road, Southampton
Dance the night away or lounge with one of Bermuda's Best DJ's (Kaos), as he mixes the Top 40 Hits with our island's #1 Violinist (Taylor Rankin) while enjoying the exotic Island Drink specials.
Admission: free
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.
Harbour Nights
October 1, 8, 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.
Pomander Gate Members Tournament
October 1 - 4
Pomander Gate, Pomander Road, Paget
Come and watch as the members play against each other in the annual tournament. Matches are played on hard surface.
Admission: Free
Enquiries: Pomander Gate Tennis Club, P.O.Box HM 62, Hamilton HM AX, Bermuda, tel 441 236 5400 or fax 441 236 5076.
Snorkel Park Live Beach Party Series
October 1 - 30, 10:00pm - 1:00am
Hammerheads Bar & Grill, Snorkel Park, Royal Naval Dockyard
Every Monday, Wednesday & Thursday don't miss the hottest party this summer. Offering the best in live local music on Monday and Thursday with top local DJ's on Wednesday. This series features reggae, Latin beats and contemporary hits.
Admission: free until 9:30pm.
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.
Tony B & Friends Live Music
October 1 - 31, 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 everything 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.
Bootsie's Comedy Club
October 2 - 5, 9 - 12, 16 - 19, 23 - 25, 9:00pm - 10:45pm
Bootsie's Comedy Club, Front Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke
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.
W.E.R. Joell Momorial Tournament
October 2 - 11
W.E.R Joell Tennis Stadium, 2 Marsh Folly Road, Pembroke
This is an open tournament for all to 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.
Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo - Storytime
October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 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.
Latin Night Out
October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 5:30pm - 12:00 midnight
Veranda Bar, Elbow Beach, South Road, Paget
Enjoy an unbelievably fun time learning the art of Salsa and then be treated to choreographed routines and an entertaining instructional component. The best of Latin food, beverages, music and dance.
Admission: free, exotic food buffet $15.
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.
Masterworks Foundation at Camden House
October 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31, 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.
Beach Tennis
October 4, 11, 18, 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Horseshoe Bay, South 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. Spectators welcome. 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 .
Bermuda Folk Club - Canadian Night with guest performer Valdy
October 4, 8:00pm
Spanish Point Boat Club, Pembroke
Come and celebrate Canadian Night with local musicians.
Admission: $8 Non-members, $5 Members.
Enquiries: Bermuda Folk Club, tel 441 291 2070 or 441 734 2311 or website www.folkclub.bm.
World Heritage Centre
October 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, 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 .
Bank of Bermuda Sprint Individual Triathlon
October 5
Albuoy's Point, City of Hamilton, Pembroke
This is a 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.
Walking Club of Bermuda
October 5 - 26, 7:00am
Various Locations
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:
Oct 5 - Harrington Sound School (across from dock), Smith's.
Oct 12 - A-1, Valley Road, Paget.
Oct 19 - Church Bay, Southampton.
Oct 26 - Spittal Pond, Western Entrance, 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.
Destination Dockyard
October 6, 13, 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.
Bermuda Quilter's Guild
October 7, 16,
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
King Edward VII Gold Cup
October 7 - 12
Hamilton Harbour, City of Hamilton, Pembroke
This year marks the 101st Anniversary of the first Gold Cup Regatta. The King Edward VII Gold Cup is the oldest match-racing trophy in the world for competition involving one-design yachts. It was given the Tri-Centenary Regatta at Jamestown, Virginia, in 1907 by King Edward VII in commemoration of the 300th Anniversary of the first permanent settlement in America. C. Sherman Hoyt won the regatta and was the first to accept the now historic cup. After three decades of holding the cup, Mr. Hoyt gave it to the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club and proposed a regular one-on-one match race series in 6 meter yachts. Today the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club is still the headquarters for this race and is open to the public for viewing the racing and for special functions during this regatta.
Race Schedule: Times of events are on the website www.bermudagoldcup.com.
Enquiries: Les Crane, Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, P.O. Box HM 894, Hamilton HM DX, Bermuda, tel 441 295 2214 ext 105, fax 441 295 6361, email lcrane@ibl.bm or website www.bermudagoldcup.com.
Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre – Fun Walk 3k – 5k
October 8, 6:00pm
Bars Bay Park, City of Hamilton
Charity Event: Show your support and join the BF&M Fun Walk 3k – 5k raising money and awareness for Breast Cancer.
Tickets: Fabulous Participation Packs $40 at Sportseller and BF&M. Enquiries: Pauline Girling, Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre, 46 Point Finger Road, Paget, Bermuda, tel 441 236 1001 ex 1016, e-mail pr@chc.bm or website www.cancer.bm
Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre – “The Genetic Risk of Breast Cancer”
October 9, 7:00pm Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI), East Broadway, City of Hamilton
Lecture: Dr. Kevin Hughes of Massachusetts General Hospital Boston presents “The Genetic Risk of Breast Cancer” followed by HBO’s award winning 34 min documentary “Dear Talula”. Admission: All are welcome to this event
Enquiries: Pauline Girling, Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre, 46 Point Finger Road, Paget, Bermuda, tel 441 236 1001 ex 1016, e-mail pr@chc.bm or website www.cancer.bm
Historical Heartbeats Lecture - "Forgotten Figures from Bermuda's Past"
October 10, 7:00pm
House of Parliament, Parliament Street, City of Hamilton
Come and listen to speaker Meredith Ebbin and learn about the "Forgotten Figures from Bermuda's Past".
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.bm or website www.communityandculture.bm .
Canadian Thanksgiving Dinner
October 11, 6:00pm - 12:00am midnight
This is a family sit down buffet style Thanksgiving dinner. There is music, games and lots of prizes.
Tickets: To be determined. Check website www.canadians.bm for updates.
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.
Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard - Pastels VIII
October 12 - 31, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys
This is a group 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.
26th PGA Grand Slam of Golf
October 13 - 15
Mid Ocean Golf Course, Tucker's Town
The winners of this year's Masters, U.S. Open, British Open and PGA Championship have earned a spot to compete on the 6,520-yard, par-70 layout that was designed by Charles Blair Macdonald in 1921, and modified in the 1950s by the late Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Boasting the most difficult qualification requirement in the game -- a major championship -- the 36-hole PGA Grand Slam of Golf is an incredible show by the world’s top golfers.
Enquiries: Website www.PGA.com.
National Heroes' Day
October 13
Across the Island
Public Holiday: Bermuda celebrates the first of its kind public holiday and honoured will be Bermuda's first National Hero, The Hon. Dame Lois Browne-Evans, OBE, JP. The schedule of the day's events will be posted as the information becomes available.
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.
Glow Worm Cruises 2008
October 15 - 16
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.
Evening Cruise - Boat leaves BUEI dock at sunset, time determined when making reservations.
Admission: Members $35, Non-members $50.
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 Museum of Bermuda Art – Art Meets Fashion October 17, 6:00 – 9:00pm Masterworks, The Botanical Gardens, 183 South Road, Paget
Entertainment: Art Meets Fashion, features the Male & Female Fall Collection of designer Joseph Ribkoff, clothing sizes 4 – 20. Don’t miss the body painted models by Gina Thompson of Squiggles. Complimentary champagne & cocktails included with ticket. Tickets: $35 available at Masterworks and 27th Century Boutique on Reid Street, City of Hamilton 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
441 Productions – The Musical History of the Beatles with the FabFour
October 17 – 18, 8pm Fairmont Hamilton Princess, Harborview Ballroom
Entertainment: The FabFour, an entertaining musical and historical re-enactment of the life of one of pop-rock music's most revered and influential bands - The Beatles.
Tickets: $50 available at All Wrapped Up in Washington Mall & iStore on Reid Street. Enquires: tel 505.8132 email 441productions@bermuda.com
Extreme Entertainment – Live Stand up Comedy Part 2
October 18, 9:30pm Southampton Princess, Southampton
Entertainment: Live Stand up Comedy event featuring NYC talent David “Sauce” Foster and Nikki Carr, Washington D.C talent Will E Robo. Music by Juggling Jason and hosted by Jah. Mature audiences only!
Tickets: $50, $60 VIP available at 27th Century Boutique, Music Box and Shannon’s all located in Hamilton.
Enquiries: Shanika Smith, Extreme Entertainment, 1 Astwood Walk, Warwick WK 08, Bermuda, tel 441 333 1589, email extremeentertainmentbda@gmail.com
Fairmont Southampton Grand Prix Tennis Tournament
October 20 - 27
Whaler Inn, Fairmont Southampton, South Road, Southampton
This is an open tournament. Bermuda ranking points may be earned. Updated rankings are available upon request. The matches are played on hard surface.
Admission: Free
Enquiries: Fairmont Southampton, South Shore Road, Southampton SN 02, Bermuda, tel 441 238 8000 or website www.fairmont.com.
Bermuda Breeze Smooth Jazz Series
October 25, 8:30pm – Bermy Halloween
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. Overseas tourists can also book special room rates. Use the promotion code PRBRE1 when on the Fairmont website or booking by phone with the hotel.
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.
Zoo Boo
October 25, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo, Flatts
Join us for a Halloween celebration at the zoo. Safe trick or treating, games, crafts and animal encounters.
Admission: Free
Enquiries: Bermuda Zoological Society, P.O. Box FL 145, Flatt's FL BX, Bermuda, tel 441 293 2727 ext 130, fax 441 293 4014, email volunteers.bzs@gov.bm or website www.bamz.org
Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre – Girls Night Out October 29, 9:30pm Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI), East Broadway, City of Hamilton
Charity Event: In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Girls Night Out is an evening of comedy with special guests Laurie Elliott and Debra DiGiovanni.
Tickets: $30 at Bermuda Cancer & Health Centre Enquiries: Pauline Girling, Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre, 46 Point Finger Road, Paget, Bermuda, tel 441 236 1001 ex 1016, e-mail pr@chc.bm or website www.cancer.bm
Bermuda Four Ball Stroke Play Amateur for Men and Ladies
October 30 - 31, 7:30am - 3:00pm
Belmont Hills Golf Course, Warwick
Bermuda Four Ball Stroke Play Amateur Championship (for men) – 72-Hole Better Ball Event, handicap limit 18, prizes gross & net.
Entry Fee: $600 per team of two. Closing date: October 23.
Bermuda Four Ball Stroke Play Amateur Championship (for ladies) – 54-Hole Better Ball Event, Handicap limit 24, prizes Gross & Net.
Entry Fee: $450 per team of two. Closing date: October 23.
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.
Appleby Junior Tennis Tournament
October 31,
W.E.R Joell Tennis 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.
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.
This Week in Bermuda | Email: info@thisweekinbermuda.bm | Phone: 441-295-1189 | Fax: 441-295-3445

