November 28th, 2018 Bermuda Calendar Update
Good morning Bermuda!
The Christmas season is officially upon us and the calendar is quickly filling up with lots of festive events. Here’s your weekly update with all of the new events that have been added since last week, and as always, don’t forget to check out the Quick Recap Section at the bottom of this post for a full listing of everything that’s upcoming.
Visit the Clocktower Mall in the Royal Naval Dockyard to experience the artwork and creativity on display by local primary and middle schools who have entered in the Festival of Trees Competition.
The Festival of Trees Competition showcases 6 local schools competing for cash prizes. Their placements are entirely based on your votes, so come on out and show your support for their hard work.
Public voting is open daily from 10am until 5pm until December 1st. Ballots are located by the stairs inside the Clocktower Mall.
The winner will be announced at their Inaugural Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 2nd, and the trees will remain up for public viewing until December 31st.
While you’re perusing the Christmas Trees, be sure to take a look at what the Clocktower Mall has to offer this holiday season.
For more information, contact marketing@wedco.bm.
Masterworks invites you to the opening night of their upcoming show Whimsy by Louisa Bermingham on Friday, November 30th.
This is Louisa’s second solo show and will be on display in the Rick Faries Gallery. Her installations of paintings, drawings, and pottery represent, for her, little moments and symbols of experiences. The whimsical nature of sharing this assorted ephemera gives us a chance to imagine and smile.
The opening reception is on Friday, November 30th from 5:30pm until 7:30pm. Admission is free and donations are welcome. All items on display will be for sale.
Opening hours are from 10am until 4pm, Monday to Saturday, and the gallery is temporarily closed on Sundays. Masterworks is closed on public holidays, including December 25th and 26th, but will be open on January 1st for their annual New Year’s Open House.
General admission is $5, or free for members and children under 12.
For more information, or to RSVP, visit the Masterworks Website www.BermudaMasterworks.org or contact 299-4000.
The Hamilton Princess Hotel are kicking off the season with a Gingerbread House Reveal & Tree Lighting on Friday, November 30th.
From 6:45pm in the hotel lobby, you can join them for the unveiling of this year’s gingerbread house, a creation that simply has to be seen! Watch the Christmas tree lights go on at the same time, while enjoying complimentary home baked Christmas cookies and festive drinks.
Christmas cookies will also be on sale at Crown & Anchor all holiday season.
For more information, contact 298-2028.
Under the Distinguished Patronage of Chairman Jason Wade, CedarBridge Academy presents The Wiz at Ruth Seaton James Centre for Performing Arts on Friday, November 30th.
The show starts at 7:30pm, and you are invited to grab a friend and ease on down the road with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin-Man and Leroy the Cowardly Lion through the magical land of Oz. Directed by Patricia Nesbitt and Choreographed by Wanda Maxwell, this event promises fun for the whole family.
Tickets are $20 for general admission and $50 for patrons. (Patron Night on Dec 1st only)
For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact dbutterfield@cedarbridge.doe.bm.
Sponsored by the Sarah Allen Missionary Society, the Vernon Temple AME Church Christmas Concert Featuring the Somerset Brigade Band will be held on Saturday, December 1st.
From 7:30pm until 9pm, the concert will also feature: Rev Christopher Grant,
Mrs Malinda Jennings and Miss Daria Symonds.
Tickets are $20 and available from the Church Office or members of the Missionary Society.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact 238-1178.
BUEI Films Presents: The King & I on Saturday, December 1st.
Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children.
Reprising her Tony Award-winning role, ‘Broadway musical’s undisputed Queen’ (The Sunday Times) Kelli O’Hara (Anna) takes to the stage alongside Tony and Oscar nominee Ken Watanabe (The King) in a “powerhouse” (The Times) performance. Also returning to her Tony Award winning role as Lady Thiang is Ruthie Ann Miles.
The films begins at 5pm in BUEI’s Tradewinds Auditorium. Harbourfront opens for dinner at 6pm and ticket holders are entitled to 10% off dinner (food only) before or after the event. Please call 295-4207 for reservations and be sure to mention the film. Cannot be combined with any other special offers.
Tickets are $20 for members, $25 for non-members and $12 for students. Tickets are non-refundable within 24-hours of the event.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact 294-0204 or visit BUEI’s Oceans Gift Shop.
Bermuda Folk Club is proud to present another Open Mic Night on Saturday, December 1st.
Starting at 8pm at Robin Hood, you are invited to make your way over to the pub to sing, play or be part of the audience. Visiting musicians welcome.
This is a free event and you are encouraged to tell your friends.
For more information, contact aley22166@yahoo.com.
WEDCO is proud to present a series of performances from local primary schools in the Clocktower Mall, starting with the Purvis Primary Choir Performance on Sunday, December 2nd.
The performance starts at 3pm and will last for 30 minutes, followed by the St. David’s Primary School Performance from 4:30pm until 5pm. Show your support and join them in singing their curated selection of Christmas Carols, while perusing the offerings in the Clocktower Mall.
Sunday, December 9th will see the Port Royal Primary Choir Performance from 11am until 11:30am, followed by the Bermuda Institute Choir from 12:30pm until 1pm.
Sunday, December 16th will see the Saltus Grammar School Choir Performance from 11am until 1:30pm, followed by the Somerset Primary Hand Bell Choir Performance from 12:30pm until 1pm.
Admission is free.
For more information, contact marketing@wedco.bm.
Round up the children and head to St. David’s for the Carter House Family Christmas event on Sunday, December 2nd.
From 4pm until 7pm at the historic premises, Father Christmas will be pushing his wheelbarrow filled with gifts for the children. Adults can enjoy a collection of fine Art exhibits, St. David’s Island hospitality refreshments, carolers and other entertainment.
This is a free event.
For more information, contact Ronnie Chameau at mchameau@ibl.bm or 292-1387, or Rick Spurling at spurling@logic.bm or 297-1953.
WEDCO invites you to join them for a very special Destination Dockyard event, the Inaugural Tree Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, December 2nd.
From 5pm until 9pm on the North Lawn, you can expect to experience serious vibes provided by local favourite DJ Rusty G, as well as exciting entertainment provided by DanceSations, Last Call, Bermuda Dance Academy, Party Animals, Kinetix, Fire Dancers and more.
You can enjoy lots of freebies including; free tours of the Spirit of Bermuda, a free photo booth, free hot chocolate and free light wands for kids.
Be sure to stick around for when they announcement the winner of the Festival of Trees Competition!
Admission is free.
For more information, contact marketingwedco.bm.
BUEI Screens Presents: Monsters & Men on Sunday, December 2nd.
The aftermath of a police killing of a black man, told through the eyes of the bystander who filmed the act, an African-American police officer and a high-school baseball phenom inspired to take a stand.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and are available from www.Ptix.bm, BUEI Oceans Gift Shop, by phone, or on the door.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact 294-0204.
Join The Bermuda National Trust for the annual Christmas Walkabout in St. George’s on Friday, December 7th.
The walkabout starts at 6pm in ‘The Olde Towne’, where you can join to celebrate the joy of Christmas. This promises a spectacular evening filled with entertainment, food and culture to bring Bermuda together as one in celebration of the holidays. The line-up of performers include; the Menuhin Foundation, Bermuda School of Music, Salvation Army Band, Aerial Arts, Dancesations, Jackson, In Motion and Somerset Dance Schools, Christ Church Bell Choir, and many more acts to get you in the Christmas spirit. Many historical buildings will also be open to welcome you in, including: The Old Rectory, Stewart Hall, Buckingham, Samaritans’ Cottages, Reeve Court Apartment, Reeve Court Archaeology Lab, Bridge House, Tucker House and the Globe Hotel (membership hub).
This is a free event. To purchase ferry tickets to avoid the traffic, visit www.Bnt.bm. Ferry leaves Albouy’s Point at 5:30pm and departs from St.George’s at 9:15pm. Parking is at Tiger Bay/Penno’s Wharf, St. George’s Preparatory School and East End Primary. The Bermuda Police Service will enforce parking only in designated areas.
The BNT is also looking for help with making wreaths and floral décor. Please email Kelly Way at kway@bnt.bm if you are interested. They would also like to thank their sponsor, Butterfield Bank, for making the Christmas Walkabout possible as well as the Corporation of St. George’s for all that they do.
For more information, or to volunteer, contact Julie Steele jsteele@bnt.bm.
Their Majesties Chappell and St. David’s Chapel of Ease will be hosting a new venue this year, Heavenly Treats, at the Walk-About in St. George’s on Friday, December 7th.
From 6:30 pm until 9 m, all are invited to come into the hall on the street level of St. Peter’s Church. Take a white box and a plastic glove, and fill your box as much as you like with homemade treats of all kinds displayed throughout the room.
Prices are based on weight at $10 per pound. Boxes will be tied with a festive red bow, ready for gift-giving to someone, or to enjoy yourself.
For more information, contact Sonja Wells-Slawson on 297-0216 or psychedntn@aol.com.
Looking for the best bargains? The Peace Lutheran Church are hosting another Car Boot Sale on Saturday, December 8th.
From 9am until 2pm, there will be something for everyone; clothes, shoes, toys, books, DVDs,CDs, gifts, plants and lots of ideas for Christmas gifts. Hot dogs and coffee will also be available so you won’t go hungry while shopping.
Stay tuned for another Car Boot Sale later in the month, the event is so popular, that this month there will be two!
For more information, contact Carol Carvalho at 747-3377.
WEDCO invites you to shop local and support small businesses this holiday season by coming out to their annual Mistletoe Market, taking place this year on Sunday, December 9th.
From 1pm until 4pm on the North Lawn, you can check out what the local vendors are creating for you this holiday season and enjoy music and entertainment provided by Dj Rusty G, DanceSations School of Dance, Kinetix and the local primary school choirs. Be sure to peruse the Clocktower Mall offerings as well.
Admission is free.
For more information, contact marketing@wedco.bm
Head to Dockyard to sample holiday confections while browsing for unique, handmade gifts at the Crafty Crafters and Tasty Tastes event on Sunday, December 9th.
From 1pm until 4pm at the Craft Market, you can meet talented local crafters who will be on hand to talk about and personalise gifts. You can also sample tasty treats in the Atrium between the Craft Market and Frog & Onion.
Entry is free.
For more information, contact Craft Market at 234-3208 or timrogers852@gmail.com.
All members of the public are invited to a French movie with English Subtitles for the December edition of the monthly Ciné Club from L’Alliance Française des Bermudes, showing Supercondriaque on Tuesday, December 11th.
Supercondriaque is a 2014 French comedy, starring Danny Boon, Kad Merad, Alice Pol and Jean-Yves Berteloot. The film tells the tale of Romain Faubert, a 39 year old, single, medical photographer and a raging hypochondriac. His doctor and only friend Dr. Dimitri Zvenka, thinks he knows a cure for Romain: dating. But with the arrival of freedom fighter Anton Miroslav, everyone might get more than they bargained for.
The film starts at 8pm in BUEI Tradewinds Auditorium. Total showing time is 1h 47min.
Tickets are $7 for BUEI/AF members and $12 for non-members.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact 294-0204 or visit BUEI’s Oceans Gift Shop. Visit www.AllianceFrancaiseBda.org for more details on films, events and membership.
WEDCO invites you to join them as they welcome the Salvation Army Band to the Clocktower Mall on Saturday, December 15th.
From 11:45pm, they will be giving a Christmas performance to inspire you this fabulous holiday season. Come and let them serenade you with all your favourite Christmas tunes.
There is no admission fee.
For more information, contact marketing@wedco.bm.
WEDCO invites you to their annual Santa’s Workshop featuring the Bermuda Classic Bike Club’s Motorcycle Show in the Royal Naval Dockyard on Sunday, December 16th.
From 1pm until 5pm in the Victualling Yard, you can check out the Motorcycle Show while enjoying lots of freebies including; free ornament painting, free canvas painting, free cookie decorating, free snow mountain slides, free bouncy castle, free face painting, free giant gamed play, free inflatable archery play, free inflatable basketball play and more.
All kid’s activities are free, and if that was not enough, you can join Santa for lunch at the Frog & Onion too!
For more information, contact marketing@wedco.bm.
Sophia Cannonier invites you to the launch of her new book, The Home Birth Movement on Tuesday, December 18th.
In an effort to transform Bermudaʼs complicated relationship with birth, this book dives into the countryʼs history of midwifery, the rise of childbirth hospitalisation and medicalisation, and the ideological challenges facing childbirth and home birth rights currently. Through the personal and emotional stories of Bermudian mothers and fathers, this book artfully weaves together the voices that initiated and perpetuated the home birth movement in Bermuda at the turn of the century – a movement that continues to grow.
From 6pm at the Bermuda National Library, the author, Sophia Cannonier, will sign copies and answer questions about the book. The book will be available for purchase for $20.
The event is free and is intended as a way to raise public awareness about birth rights. Refreshments will be served.
Sophia Cannonier is a Bermudian mother of three, Certified Midwife Assistant, Birth Doula CD(DONA), Birthing from Within Mentor, Pilates and Yoga Teacher Trainer, Feldenkrais Practitioner, and Director and Founder of LOTUS: Mind Body Spirit and Wellness Center. Sophia has birthed all three of her children at home without medical intervention, and she continues to advocate locally and internationally for the protection and expansion of maternity and childbirth options.
For more information, contact info@lotusbermuda.com
WEDCO invites you to join them for a very special Destination Dockyard: Christmas Edition on Sunday, December 23rd.
From 5pm until 9pm on the North Lawn, you can join them for the last hoorah before the big guy comes to town! Come and enjoy the musical stylings of DJ Rusty G and One SOULution Band along with the local primary school choirs; in addition to, Party Animals Games, Fire Dancers, Kinetix, FREE Christmas prizes and more.
There is no admission fee.
For more information, contact marketing@wedco.bm.
Save the Date: Quick Recap of Upcoming Bermuda Events
November
**NEW Festival of Trees Competition Voting Period – November 17th until December 1st
2nd Annual WOMB Vendor Market – November 28th
International College & University Fair – November 29th
The Grateful Bread Monthly Feeding Program – November 29th
BUEI Talks: The Vigilant – November 29th
**NEW Show Opening Reception at Masterworks: Whimsy by Louisa Bermingham – November 30th
**NEW Gingerbread House Reveal & Tree Lighting – November 30th
Movie Lounge – November 16th Rescheduled for November 30th
**NEW The Wiz – November 30th & December 1st
BE (Bermuda Entrepreneur) A Bowler – November 30th
Christmas Block Party – November 30th
Quinn’s Up With People Fundraiser Showcase – November 30th
Designed for Impact Women’s Conference – November 30th & December 1st
December
Warwick Academy Car Boot and Bake Sale – December 1st
BHS Holiday Bazaar – December 1st
Bermy Throw Down – October 5th Postponed until December 1st
Home-Grown Alternatives (HGA) 2018 – December 1st
Paget Primary Car Wash & Bake Sale – December 1st
St. George’s Christmas Boat Parade – December 1st
**NEW Vernon Temple AME Christmas Concert – December 1st
**NEW BUEI Films Presents: The King & I – December 1st
**NEW Bermuda Folk Club: Open Mic Night – December 1st
**NEW Carter House Family Christmas – December 2nd
**NEW WEDCO Presents Primary School Choir Performances: Purvis Primary & St. David’s Primary – December 2nd
**NEW Destination Dockyard: Tree Lighting Ceremony – December 2nd
**NEW BUEI Screens Presents: Monsters & Men – December 2nd
Christmas Gift Body Scrub Workshop – December 4th
**NEW Bermuda National Trust Christmas Walkabout – December 7th
**NEW Heavenly Treats at Christmas Walkabout – December 7th
**NEW Peace Lutheran Church Car Boot Sale – December 8th
Jingle Bell 5k Run/Walk – December 9th
**NEW WEDCO Presents Primary School Choir Performances: Port Royal Primary & Bermuda Institute – December 9th
**NEW Destination Dockyard: Mistletoe Market – December 9th
**NEW Crafty Crafters and Tasty Tastes – December 9th
**NEW L’Alliance Française des Bermudes Ciné Club: Supercondriaque – December 11th
Sip & Trap Glow Paint Night: 90’s Edition – December 14th
Bermuda School of Music Presents: Joy To The World – December 14th & 15th
Young @ Art – December 15th
**NEW Salvation Army Band Christmas Performance – December 15th
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Introduction Days – December 15th, January 19th (2019), & February 16th (2019).
Cirque du Nutcracker Holiday Show – December 15th
**NEW WEDCO Presents Primary School Choir Performances: Saltus Grammar School & Somerset Primary Hand Bell Choir – December 16th
**NEW Santa’s Workshop with BDA Classic Bike Club’s Motorcycle Show – December 16th
**NEW The Home Birth Movement: Book Signing – December 18th
The Grateful Bread Monthly Feeding Program – December 20th
**NEW Destination Dockyard: Christmas Edition – December 23rd
January
Just for Laughs Bermuda: Double Bill – January 9th
Just for Laughs Bermuda: Cabaret Style Show – January 10th
Just for Laughs Bermuda: Theatre or Cabaret Style Show – January 11th
Just for Laughs Bermuda: Theatre Style Show – January 12th
Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Verdi’s Aida – January 12th
Warhammer 40,000: Introduction Days – January 19th
February
Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Saint-Saëns’ Samson et Dalila – February 2nd
Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Puccini’s La Fanciulla del West – February 19th
March
Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Muhly/Wright’s Marnie – March 2nd
Pirates of Bermuda – March 16th
Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Verdi’s La Traviata – March 16th
April
Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Cilea’s Adriana Lecouvreur – April 7th
May
Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Bizet’s Carmen – May 5th
Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Donizetti’s La Fille du Régiment – May 18th
June
Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Wagner’s Die Walküre – June 1st
Art Exhibits
Current Exhibits at Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art
- 10 Years a Museum Redux – ongoing
- **NEW Whimsy by Louisa Bermingham – November 30th until December 21st
Current Exhibits at Bermuda National Gallery – ongoing
- 2018 Bermuda Biennial: What We Share
- Shepard Fairey: Rebel with a Cause
- The Power of Art: Land and Sea: Fragile Treasures
- Peter Woolcock: A New Bestiary for Children
- BNG Sculptures in Queen Elizabeth Park
Current Exhibits at Bermuda Society of Arts – until December 3rd
- Onions Gallery: Paintings by Kevin Morris
- Edinburgh Gallery: Carmen Domarco
- Studios A&B: Apples from the Tree by Vivienne Gardner and daughter
World Heritage Centre: Bermuda Panoramas by Emile Antoine Verpilleux – until further notice
Enjoy the rest of the week!
B
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