This Week in Bermuda

this week in january …

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.

BEF - Harness Racing
January 1, 5 - 6, 13, 20, 27
National Equestrian Centre, Vesey Street, Devonshire

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.

Jan. 1 - 1:00pm
Jan. 5 - 7:00pm
Jan. 6 - 12:00pm
Jan. 13 - 12:00pm
Jan. 20 - 12:00pm
Jan. 27 - 12:00pm

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.

Bermuda Society of Arts Exhibitions
Mon. - Fri. 10am - 4pm, Sat 10am - 2pm
City Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

Onions Gallery:
Title: Members Show: Winter 2007, Un-juried. All medium/themes.

Edinburgh Gallery: Open

Admission: Free

Enquiries: Victoria Evans, Gallery Director, The Bermuda Society of Arts, P.O. Box HM 1202, Hamilton HM FX, Bermuda, tel 441 292 3824, fax 441 296 0699, email bsoa@ibl.bm or website www.bsoa.bm.

Byways Bermuda Tours - Personalised Tours of Bermuda
January 1 - 31, 2008 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Various tours of the Island

We will collect you from 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 also 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 .

Visitor Golf Tournament - St. George's Golf Course
January 1 - 31, 7:00am - 4:00pm
St. George's Golf Course, 1 Park Road, St. George's

Visiting golfers are invited to play a game of golf at St. George's Golf Course, a par 62 (4,043 yards) course. Competition is based on the Callaway system: everyone has an equal chance at winning weekly prizes. Please book your tee-off time early. Visitors pay reduced greens fees.

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Enquires: St. George's Golf Course, 1 Park Road, St. George's, tel 441 297 8353, Visitor Information Centre, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842 or Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

World Heritage Centre
January 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29, 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 city.

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 .

Bermuda Cookery Demonstration
January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
No. 1 Shed, Front Street, City of Hamilton

Bermudian cuisine is a "melting pot" of ethnic influences. Bermudian chef, Cheryl Kerr, shares local flavours.

Admission: Free.

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Enquiries: Department of Community and Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Visitor Information Centre, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842 or website www.bermudatourism.com

Bermuda Lectures & Tours - Year Round Tours
January 2 - 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 National Gallery - Living with Art
January 2 - 4 10:00am - 4:00pm
City Hall & Arts Centre, City Hall, Church Street, City of Hamilton

The Bermuda National Gallery is hosting the 74-work travelling exhibition of Ethiopian-born Alitash Kebede. This is a collection of modern and contemporary African American art from her private collection. Among them will be works from Norman Lewis, Romare Bearden, Jacob Lawrence, Bull Hutson, Betye, Alison and Lezley Saar.

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
January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 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 precolonial 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.

Botanical Gardens Tour
January 2, 4, 8 - 9, 11, 15 - 16, 18, 22 - 23, 25, 29 - 30 10:30am
Botanical Gardens, Paget

Sub-tropical fruit groves, cedar and banyan trees, formal gardens, sensory garden for the blind, cacti, succulents and display houses with exotic plants are a few of the 15 permanent collections in the lush 36 acres. Walking tours are held, weather permitting, Tuesday, Wednesday and Fridays (except official holidays). Meet at the Botanical Gardens Visitor's Centre. After the tour, on Tuesdays and Fridays only, stop in at Camden (the official residence of the Premier of Bermuda), noon - 2pm (unless official functions are scheduled).

Participation: Free

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Botanical Gardens Visitor's Centre tel 441 236 5291 or Visitor Information Centre, tel 441 297 8000 or 799 4842 or website www.bermudatourism.com

Chit Chat - Royal Naval Dockyard
January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 11:00am
Dolphin Quest - Bermuda Maritime Museum, Royal Naval Dockyard

Join one of our animal behaviourists for a fascinating and informative sharing of dolphin behaviours, 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, Visitor Information Centre, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842, or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Historical Re-enactment in the Town of St. George's
January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:30am
King's Square, Town of St. George, St. George's

Admission: Free

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;
12 noon - Ducking - light-hearted, re-enactment of public punishment;

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 or Visitor Information Centre tel: 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842 or or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Visitor Golf Tournament at St. George's Golf Course
January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 7:00am - 4:00pm
St. George's Golf Course, 1 Park Road, St. George's

Visiting golfers are invited to play in this tournament at St. George's Golf Course, a par 62 (4,043 yards) course. Competition is based on the Callaway system: everyone has an equal chance at winning weekly prizes. Please book your tee-off time early. Visitors pay reduced greens fees.

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Discovering the Royal Naval Dockyard
January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cooperage, Royal Naval Dockyard

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 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Dockyard Glassworks
January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Dockyard Glassworks, Royal Naval Dockyard

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, Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Hands on Craft
January 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard

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, Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Somerset Walk & Slide Show
January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:00am
Country Squire Restaurant, Somerset

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. At 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. Bus #7 or #8 to Mangrove Bay or Somerset Ferry to Watford Bridge.

Participation: Free.

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447 Visitor Information Centre, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Dolphin Show
January 5, 12, 19, 26 3:00pm
Dolphin Quest, Bermuda Maritime Museum, Royal Naval Dockyard

Dolphins leap, splash and amaze in this fun and entertaining emceed show. Bring your family. There will only be one show per day.

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, Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842, or website www.bermudatourism.com.

St. George's "Old Town" Tour
January 5, 12, 19, 26, 10:30am
King's Square, Town of St. George, St. George's

Meet in King's Square

Tour schedule:
10:30am - A one-hour walking tour through the narrow streets and alleyways of the old town with a St. George Chamber of Commerce guide.

11:45am - The Mayor gives a personal greeting to all;

12 noon - Ducking - light-hearted, costumed re-enactment of public punishment.

Participation: Free

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

31st Annual Fairmont to Fairmont Race
January 6 9:00am
Fairmont Hamilton Princess, Pembroke

This popular annual event is a favourite amongst locals and visitors alike. The 7.2 mile course takes participants through many of the Island's most scenic areas. Prizes will be awarded to winners.

Route: Start at Fairmont Hamilton Princess (Pembroke), Front Street, East Broadway, The Lane, Harbour Road, Burnt House Hill, Middle Road, up Fairmont driveway, finish at Ocean Club, The Fairmont Southampton (Southampton).

Entry Fee: Current MAAC member: $25, All other entrants: $35 and Late Entries: $50. Entry forms available at www.maac.bm.

Enquiries: April Vesey, Race Director, Mid Atlantic Athletic Club, P.O. Box HM 1745, Hamilton HM BX, Bermuda, tel 441 232 2312, email aprilv@northrock.bm or website www.maac.bm.

Bermuda Glassworks
January 6, 13, 20, 27 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bermuda Glassworks, Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys

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 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Royal Naval Dockyard Tour
January 6, 13, 20, 27 2:15pm
Bermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard

Meet in the Cooperage in the Bermuda Craft Market then begin a historical walk inside the granite walls of the 200 years old 75-acre Royal Naval Dockyard. The tour is approximately 45 minutes long.

Participation: Free

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842, or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Taste of Bermuda
January 6, 13, 20, 27 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard

Special Events: Enjoy a sampling of Bermuda products including Outerbridges Pepper products, Horton's Rum Cakes, Bermuda Jam Factory's homemade pepper jellies, Sallie's jams, Frog & Onion's rum swizzle and fish chowder, Gosling's Bermuda Gold Liqueur, new products (jams, sauces, and cake) and Bermuda Honey.

Admission: Free

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Visitor Information Centres, tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Walking Club of Bermuda
January 6, 13, 20 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, 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:
Jan 6 - Hog Bay Park, Somerset.
Jan 13 - Modern Mart, South Road, Paget.
Jan 20 - Botanical Gardens, Visitor's Centre, 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.

Guided Walking Tour of City of Hamilton
January 7, 14, 21, 28 10:00am
Bermuda National Library, Queen Street, City of Hamilton

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.

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 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Sessions House Tour
January 7, 14, 21, 28 11:00am
House of Parliament, Corner of Parliament and Church Streets, City of Hamilton

Learn about the powerful role Parliament plays in Bermuda during a 45-minute tour.

This is a Bermuda Heart & Soul activity

Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, or Visitors Information Centre 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842, or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Skirling Ceremony
January 7, 14, 21, 28 12:00pm
Fort Hamilton, Happy Valley Road, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

Overlooking the harbour in an untried fortress, authentic kilted pipers, drummers and dancers perform to the bagpipe "skirl" of the Bermuda Islands Pipe Band.

A Bermuda Heart & Soul activity

Enquiries: Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Visitors Information Centre 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842, or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Visitor Golf Tournament - Ocean View Golf Course
January 7, 14, 21, 28
Ocean View Golf Course, Devonshire

Visiting golfers are invited to play in this tournament at the Ocean View Golf Course a 9-hole, par 35 (2,940 yards). Competition is based on the Calloway System. Everyone has an equal chance at winning weekly prizes. Please book your tee-off time early. Visitors pay reduced greens fees.

A Bermuda Heart & Soul activity.

Enquiries: Ocean View Golf Course 441 295 9093, Department of Community and Cultural Affairs, tel 441 292 9447, Visitor Information Centres tel 441 297 8000 or 441 799 4842 or www.bermudatourism.com

Bermuda Gombey Revue
January 8, 15, 22, 29 4:00pm
No. 1 Passenger Terminal, Front Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

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, Visitor Information Centre, tel 441 297 8000 or 799 4842 or website www.bermudatourism.com.

Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences Tour
January 9, 16, 23, 30 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.

Just for Laughs - An International Comedy Event
January 10 - 12
Fairmont Southampton, South Road, Southampton

Here we go again! Bermuda's Comedy event of the year! "You'll laugh 'till it hurts!!" Five International TV Comedians plus Bermuda's Bruce Barritt on stage at the Mid-Ocean Amphitheatre. International Comedians are Alonzo Bodden from USA, Ed Byrne from Ireland, Wendy Liebman from USA, Greg Morton from Canada and Gerry Dee from Canada.

Admission: Show times
Thursday January 10 one show at 8:30pm, tickets $75.
Friday January 11 two shows at 7:00pm & 10:00pm, tickets $75.
Saturday January 12 two shows at 7:00pm & 10:00pm, tickets $75.
All prices include one drink. Tickets can be purchased at www.BoxOffice.bm or at All Wrapped Up in the Washington Mall in Hamilton. Dinner and Show specials are also available. Please contact Fairmont Southampton 441 238 8000 for further information.

Enquires: Email info@comedyevent.bm or website www.comedyevent.bm.

Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts
January 15 - 19, 22 - 23, 25 - 26, 28 - 29, 31 8:00pm and 8:30pm show times
City Hall Theatre, Church Street, City of Hamilton

Performing Arts: Many diverse and exciting performances held over six weeks and include comedy, drama, music and dance.

Schedule
Tango Fire - January 15 - 17 at 8:30pm
Eliot Fisk - January 18 - 19 at 8:00pm
Interpreti Veneziani - January 22 - 23 at 8:00pm
Parsons Dance - January 25 - 26 at 8:00pm
Stoltzman & Stoltzman - January 28 - February 1 at 8:00pm
Italian Saxophone Quartet - January 29 - 31 at 8:00pm

Tickets: Festival Box Office, located next to the Ferry terminal on Front Street. Box Office hours are 12:00pm - 2:00pm Monday - Saturday, Nov. 26 - Dec. 8, Jan. 14 - Feb. 23. tel. 441 296 5774 during Box Office hours.

Enquiries: Bermuda Festival Ltd., tel 441 295 1291, fax 441 295 7403, email bdafest@logic.bm or website www.bermudafestival.org.

Bermuda Quilter's Guild
January 17
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

Bermuda International Race Weekend
January 18 - 20
Front Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

Join us for the annual Bermuda International Race Weekend. Growing in popularity each year with overseas participants.

KPMG Invitational Mile Friday, January 18, 2008 (7:00pm START) The Invitational Mile Races will be held on Front Street, Hamilton. Thousands of spectators will be on hand to witness top athletes compete in races for Primary, middle and senior, Local Adult and International Elite runners.

International 10K & 10K Charity Walk Saturday, January 19, 2008 (10:00am START) This scenic 10K race event features a loop course offering vistas of hibiscus, oleander, palms and the beautiful Atlantic Ocean.

International Marathon & Half Marathon Sunday, January 20, 2008 (8:00am START) This event features a two-loop course with its start and finish on Front Street, Hamilton, Bermuda's capital, is a truly beautiful course. Runners will follow a 13 mile scenic loop that provides a full appreciation of the Island's beauty as it follows shoreline and narrow winding coral and flower-lined roads.

Please see the website www.bermudaraceweekend.com for registration, entry fees and schedules

Bermuda Triangle Challenge For the first time, the KPMG Open Mile, the 10k run/walk and the marathon/half marathon will be under one umbrella for those up for the Challenge. Bermuda International Race Weekend organisers are offering this unique chance to complete the trio of races as part of the inaugural Bermuda Triangle Challenge.

For more information visit: www.marathontours.com or telphone 617 242 7845.

On-island enquiries: Pam Shailer - Race Secretary, 2008 Bermuda International Race Weekend, P.O. Box DV 397, Devonshire, Bermuda tel 441 236 6086 fax 441 296 2863 email bshailer@logic.bm or www.bermudaraceweekend.com

Martin Luther King. Jr, Day at the Bermuda National Gallery
January 21 9:00am - 4:00pm
Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

To commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the Bermuda National Gallery will show the "I Have a Dream" film continuously.

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.bng.bm.

49th Annual Bermuda Regional Bridge Tournament 2008
January 26 - 31
Fairmont Southampton, 101 South Rd. Southampton

Fairmont Southampton is very proud to host this prestigious bridge tournament, held every year during January. Over 250 visitors from around the world attend this 7-day event hosted by the Bermuda Bridge Federation.

For details of daily tournaments and activities consult the official website for the Bermuda Regional 2008 www.bermudaregional.com.

Enquiries: Donna Leitch, Tournament Chairman 2007, email dleitch@ibl.bm or tel 441 293 5432

BEF - Fund Raising Show
January 26 - 27 12:00pm
National Equestrian Centre, Vesey Street, Devonshire

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.

The Caledonian Society Annual Burns Dinner
January 26 7:00pm
Fairmont Hamilton Princess, City of Hamilton, Pembroke

The Caledonian Society of Bermuda presents the Annual Burns Dinner. Cocktails at 7:00pm and dinner at 8:00pm.

Enquiries: Ian Hind, The Caledonian Society of Bermuda, tel 441 334-9627.

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.