October 31st, 2018 Bermuda Calendar Update
Happy Halloween Bermuda!
Here’s your weekly update with all of the latest events to the Bermuda Calendar since last week. As always, be sure to check out the Quick Recap Section at the bottom of the post for a full listing of all upcoming events, including those previously covered in previous posts.
Are you planning an event? Let us know about it by submitting a description of your event via the online submission form here – a basic listing is free!
Bermuda National Gallery Early Years Programme and the Bermuda National Library Youth Services are collaborating to host the community event: Maybe Something Beautiful: How Art Transformed a Neighborhood on Thursday, November 1st.
All nurseries, preschools and families with children between the ages of 2 and 4, are invited to join for an Early Years Session with singing and dancing. This event is inspired by the book by F. Isabel Campoy and Theresa Howell, and there will be a special reading of the book “Maybe Something Beautiful” by Mrs. Kristin Burt, BNG Honorary Patron of Art Education.
The event is from Noon until 1pm on the City Hall Front Lawn.
Admission is free. All registered school groups will receive an art & literacy gift package from BNG and BNL.
For more information, or to register, contact education@bng.bm or 295-9428.
The Queen’s University Alumni Association warmly invites all alumni and friends in Bermuda to join them for Queen’s University Alumni Reception on Thursday, November 1st.
From 5:30pm until 7pm at Hamilton Princess Hotel, they will be rekindling the tricolour spirit in Bermuda. Partake in a conversation with Queen’s Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Daniel R. Woolf, Artsci’80, who is currently in the final year of his second five-year term as Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Queen’s University. The past 10 years at Queen’s University have been a period of evolution. Join Principal Woolf as he looks back on his career and to the future of Queen’s as a leading institution for research, scholarship, and student experience.
Admission is free, and all are welcome including alumni, parents of alumni and supporters of the university.
You can RSVP your attendance online at https://bit.ly/2Sizxy8.
For more information, contact Lenore Klein at events@queensu.ca.
A new show is opening at Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art on Friday, November 2nd.
Bermuda in Bloom, a solo exhibition of paintings by Jaya Perrier will be on display in the Rick Faries Gallery.
Jaya Perrier enjoys painting anything that allows her to play with colours and the various forms of light and shadows. Spring time in Bermuda is a particular favourite, because of the vibrancy of gorgeous gardens and breathtaking sunsets. With her show, “Bermuda in Bloom”, Jaya captures the bounty of Bermuda’s flora with vibrant colour seen across familiar scenes. Each brush stroke has a story to tell.
The opening reception will be from 5:30pm until 7:30pm and the show will run until Wednesday, November 28th.
Admission to the Opening Reception is free, but donations are welcome.
Opening hours are from 10am until 4pm, Monday to Saturday, and the gallery is temporarily closed on Sundays. Masterworks is closed on public holidays. General admission is $5, or free for members and children under 12.
For more information, contact 299-4000 or artmworks@logic.bm.
An event to shine light on the unique dynamics of family businesses, It’s A Family Affair, will be held at Gosling’s Wine Cellar on Friday, November 2nd.
Running from 5:30pm until 8:30pm, this evening promises to be a fun and fascinating, as you explore different topics to help enhance your business, enjoy frank discussion, shared experiences and tips for success. The evening will feature international guest speaker Ted Knowles of Northeastern University’s D’Amore-McKim School of Business, as well as local panelists; Zach Moniz of Lindo’s Group of Companies, Denise Riviere of Bull’s Head Car Wash, Charles Gosling of Gosling’s Limited and Irvin Hendrickson of Hendy’s Laundromat, who will also share their insights on owning a family business.
Admission is free and refreshments will be provided.
For more information, or to rsvp, contact info@bedc.bm or 292-5570.
Looking for that great outfit for the holidays? Look no further as the Bermuda Red Cross Thrift Shop are holding their annual Evening Wear Sale on Saturday, November 3rd.
From 8:30am until 1pm at the Thrift Shop on Berry Hill Road, you can
find great bargains on second-hand garments.
For more information, contact Suzanne Decouto on 236-8253 or fundraising@bermudaredcross.com.
The Bermuda Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. presents its 19th Annual Children’s Reading Festival on Saturday, November 3rd.
This will take place from 11am until 4pm at Victoria Park, where children from infants to P6 can enjoy an afternoon filled with books, fun, giveaways, storytelling, and entertainment.
Admission is free.
For more information, contact mslaurelburns@gmail.com or message them on Facebook.
The Evangelical Church of Bermuda invites you to Kids Fest on Saturday, November 3rd.
From 1pm until 4pm, on the church field (next to Modern Mart in Paget) families can enjoy this fun, fall event with food, games, candy, prizes, shows, rides and bouncy castles.
Admission is free.
For more information, contact Dinah Correia on 236-2294.
All are invited to the town of St. George’s for the Remembrance Services at St. Peter’s Church on Sundays, November 4th and November 11th.
Two events will be happening on Sunday, November 4th; The Wreath Laying Ceremony at 10:30am, followed by the Holy Eucharist Service for ‘All Saints Sunday’ at 11am.
On Sunday, November 11th a Remembrance Day Service will take place at 11am, followed by Ringing of the Church Bell at 3pm.
For more information, contact office@stpeters.bm.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda presents the Wacky Walk on Sunday, November 4th.
Starting at 1:45pm, the walk will begin at the City Hall steps and end at Gorham’s where there will be music, line dancing, bouncy castle, snacks and fun games. Bring the kids, family, co-workers and friends. Halloween costumes and mismatched clothes are welcome, wear something “wacky” and join in!
There will also be a Wacky Train that will take “Wacky Walkers” from Gorham’s back to City Hall.
There is a minimum donation of $5 per person with all proceeds going to Big Brothers Big Sisters.
For more information, contact BBBS on 232-2802 or bbbs@bbbs.bm.
The Gardening Club of Bermuda will host a Presentation on their Skills Development Program on Wednesday, November 7th.
This will be from 6pm until 7pm at the Botanical Garden’s Horticultural Hall, where a presentation will be given by Roger Parris, Supervisory Foreman of the Department of Parks, on the innovative Skills Development Program curriculum for horticultural students in Bermuda and their recent learning trip to Bournemouth in the UK.
Admission is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided.
For more information, contact 292-4086 or visit www.GardenClubBermuda.org.
Looking for the best bargains, the Peace Lutheran Church are hosting a Car Boot Sale this month on Saturday, November 10th.
From 9am, 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.
Mark your calendars as there will be another Car Boot Sale on November 17th, the event is so popular, that this month there will be two!
For more information, contact Carol Carvalho at 747-3377.
Bring on the holidays with Masterworks 11th Annual One Stop Shop Craft Market on Saturday, November 10th.
From 10am until 4pm, this annual pre-Christmas vendor market is a great opportunity to purchase trinket for your friends and family for the upcoming holiday season. This year, they are looking to ramp up the entertainment and activities, including snacks, food, and performances.
Be sure to support local vendors which include; Janet Bento, Helle Pukk, Helen Escolastica, Llewellyn Emery, Cindy Mitchell, Allison Smith, Corynne Bailey, Diana Fearis, Dan & Deanne DeSilva, Alan Murray, Annette Dickinson, Lynn Morell, Rebecca Little, Kalir Stevens, Brenton Tucker, Kae Thomas, Cindy Patterson, Mia Williams-Grant.
This event is free.
For more information call 299-4000 or email mworks@logic.bm
The Berkeley Educational Society invites you to join former students, family and friends for an evening of fun and camaraderie at The Berkeley Institute Alumni Quiz Night on Saturday, November 10th. **UPDATE: Postponed until further notice**
From 6pm until 9pm within the school’s Lower Atrium, participants will form teams of 6, giving themselves creative names and answering several rounds of questions with the aim of winning overall team honours and prizes.
The cost is $120 per team, and includes a snack, pizza slice, soft drink, and wine. This event is for adults only. Proceeds will go to The Berkeley Educational Society and The Berkeley Alumni Association.
For more information or to register, email cherylgriffin86@gmail.com or antoinettemb65@gmail.com.
The November edition of the monthly Ciné Club from L’Alliance Française des Bermudes will be showing Au Revoir Là-Haut (See you up there) on Tuesday, November 13th.
Screening in the BUEI’s Tradewinds Auditorium at 8pm, this French Crime/Drama with English subtitles is from Director Albert Dupontel, starring Nahuel Pérez Biscayart, Albert Dupontel, Laurent Lafitte.
“November 1919. Two survivors of the trenches, one genius draftsman, the other modest accountant, decide to mount a scam to the war memorials. In crazy France, the company will be as dangerous as spectacular …” Running time is 1h 57min.
The cost is $7 for BUEI/AF members and students, or $12 for non-members. All members of the public are welcome!
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.
In partnership with Global Entrepreneurship Week, the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation invites you to “Upgrade to SheEO” at the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Conference on Friday, November 16th.
Starting at 8:30am at Rosewood Tucker’s Point, the day-long event is intended to help inspire, empower and elevate women. The conference will feature international guest speakers; Stacey Ferreira, CEO of Forge, and Shelly Bell, founder of Black Girl Ventures Foundations, along with eight local speakers.
Tickets are $50 for the Early Bird Special (until November 2nd), and $75 thereafter. The cost includes continental breakfast, buffet lunch, giveaways and door prizes.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact info@bedc.bm or 292-5570.
Promising an exiting game for spectators, come out and show your support for the island when Bermuda vs El Salvador in the Concacaf Nations League Qualifier on Friday, November 16th.
Gates open at 6pm at National Sports Centre, with kickoff time at 8pm.
The cost of this event is $25 for General Admission and $10 for seniors and children 12 and under. VIP tickets are available for $50. Parking is $10
Tickets available at BFA Clyde Best Centre of Excellence or www.Ptix.bm. Tickets will not be sold at the gate.
For more information, contact 295-2199 or bfa@bermudafootball.com.
Bermuda Boxing Federation and Pulse Entertainment Presents: Redemption Family Fight Night, on Friday, November 23rd.
From 6pm until 9pm at Fairmont Southampton, the night will feature Pro Weigh-In and Face-off between Nikki Bascome and David Martinez, as well as local boxing bouts.
Tickets cost $15 for general admission or $5 for children under 15, and are now on sale at www.Ptix.bm. Admission is FREE for Redemption VIP Ticket Holders, and only $10 for Redemption General Ticket Holders.
This event is sponsored by One Communications.
For more information, contact pulsebda@gmail.com.
The Redemption Fight Night: An IBA International Welterweight Title Fight will take place on Friday, November 24th.
This will be held from 7pm until 11pm at Fairmont Southampton, featuring Nikki “Nifty” Bascome and Bermuda’s best youth, amateur and elite fighters.
The cost is $85 for general admission or $175 for the limited VIP Ticket Package, which includes premium seating, a complimentary drink, Weigh In access, After Party access, wait service, and a private bar.
Tickets are on sale at Menco, Sports R Us, Audio Visual (Somerset), Gorhams, Hunts Food and Supplies and www.Ptix.bm.
For more information, and for all fight updates, follow them on Facebook and Instagram/BoxingBDA or contact pulsebda@gmail.com.
The second annual Designed For Impact Women’s Conference will be held on Friday, November 30th, followed by an evening Women’s Marketplace on Saturday, December 1st.
The all-day conference starts at 9am at Fairmont Southampton, where you can join keynote speakers, women board members, women executive coaches and facilitators to explore the only constant in our lives – change!
The evening marketplace starts at 7pm, also at the hotel, where you can enjoy connecting with friends to eat, network and shop while supporting some of Bermuda’s amazing women-owned businesses until 10pm.
The cost is $425, or $350 for the Early Bird Special, available until October 31st. The cost Includes access to all keynotes, breakouts, panels, lunch and women’s marketplace. Tickets can be purchased online from www.Ptix.bm, or their website www.iamdfi.com.
For more information, contact info@iamdfi.com.
BUEI and The Gilbert and Sullivan Society are proud to be bringing the 2018-2019 season of the Metropolitan Opera’s The Met: Live in HD series to Bermuda (on film) in glorious HD.
The season will be opening with a monumental production of Verdi’s Aida, starring soprano Anna Netrebko in the title role, on Saturday, January 12th.
The season will continue as follows: Samson et Dalila (Camille Saint-Saëns): Saturday, February 2nd; La Fanciulla del West (Giacomo Puccini): Saturday, February 9th; Marnie (Nico Muhly/Libretto Nicholas Wright): Saturday, March 2nd; La Traviata (Giuseppe Verdi): Saturday, March 16; Adriana Lecouvreur (Francesco Cilea): Sunday, April 7th; Carmen (Georges Bizet): Sunday, May 5th; La Fille du Régiment (Gaetano Donizetti): Saturday, May 18th; Die Walküre (Richard Wagner): Saturday, June 1st
All performances start at 5pm within BUEI’s Tradewinds Auditorium. Harbourfront will provide a cash bar for pre-performance and interval drinks, and complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served during intermissions.
Online tickets go on sale in November at www.Ptix.bm for $40/$35 students, or solo use (minimum any five operas) subscription at $35 per opera. Tickets can also be purchased at the door, on the evening, with cash or cheque (possibly card). Visit www.MetOpera.org for general info on the season. Please note that any/all opera timings are approximate.
For more information, contact 294-0204.
Save the Date: Quick Recap of Upcoming Bermuda Events
October
Bermuda Gymnastics Association Halloween Haunted House – October 31st
November
**NEW BNG & BNL: Maybe Something Beautiful: How Art Transformed a Neighbourhood – November 1st
**NEW Queen’s University Alumni Reception – November 1st
The Grateful Bread Monthly Feeding Program – November 1st and November 29th
**NEW Show Opening at Masterworks: Bermuda in Bloom by Jaya Perrier – November 2nd
**NEW It’s a Family Affair: Family Business Event – November 2nd
Restoration Fellowship’s International Prophetic Encounter 2018 – November 2nd to November 4th
Anti-Racism Conference – November 2nd
Havana Meets Bermuda: Behind The Wall – November 2nd
**NEW 19th Annual Children’s Reading Festival – November 3rd
Somersfield Academy Peddler’s Porch Event – November 3rd
**NEW Red Cross Thrift Shop: Evening Wear Sale – November 3rd
**NEW Kids Fest – November 3rd
The Rhythm Lab’s Butternut Festival And Vegan Buffet Dinner – November 3rd
**NEW Remembrance Services at St. Peter’s – November 4th and November 11th
**NEW Wacky Walk – November 4th
Skippy KICK 31 – November 4th
Mariners RFC Classic Tent – November 4th
Lighthouse Medical Supplies Retail Store Grand Opening – November 6th
**NEW Gardening Club of Bermuda: Skills Development Program Presentation – November 7th
Tour, Lecture & Film Screening in Commemoration of the End of World War 100th Anniversary – November 8th
Somersfield Academy Annual Golf Tournament – November 9th
Cookies & Canvas Paint Night for Kids – November 9th
**NEW Peace Lutheran Church Car Boot Sale – November 10th & November 17th
**NEW Masterworks One Stop Shop Craft Market – November 10th
**NEW The Berkeley Institute Alumni Quiz Night – November 10th Postponed Until Further Notice.
BEDC 2nd Annual Small Business Awards – November 11th
Hindsight Old School Party – November 11th
**NEW L’Alliance Française des Bermudes Ciné Club: Au Revoir Là-Haut – November 13th
Bermuda Fashion Collective at BSoA – November 15th
**NEW Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference – November 16th
**NEW Bermuda vs El Salvador: Concacaf Nations League Qualifier – November 16th
KATKiDS Night Market – November 16th
Movie Lounge – November 16th
Young @ Art – November 17th and December 15th
Warhammer 40,000: Introduction Days – November 17th, and January 19th (2019)
Project 100 Black & White Ball – November 17th
She Did That: Film, Discussion & Dinner – November 18th
Lighting of the Tree: Tree of Lights – November 23rd
**NEW Redemption Family Fight Night – November 23rd
**NEW Redemption Fight Night – November 24th
FoH/Hannover Re Walk and Run 2018 – November 25th
**NEW Designed for Impact Women’s Conference – November 30th & December 1st
December
Bermy Throw Down – October 5th Postponed until December 1st
Home-Grown Alternatives (HGA) 2018 – December 1st
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Introduction Days – December 15th, January 19th (2019), & February 16th (2019).
January
**NEW Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Verdi’s Aida – January 12th
February
**NEW Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Saint-Saëns’ Samson et Dalila – February 2nd
**NEW Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Puccini’s La Fanciulla del West – February 19th
March
**NEW Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Muhly/Wright’s Marnie – March 2nd
**NEW Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Verdi’s La Traviata – March 16th
April
**NEW Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Cilea’s Adriana Lecouvreur – April 7th
May
**NEW Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Bizet’s Carmen – May 5th
**NEW Metropolitan Operas Live in HD (on film) Donizetti’s La Fille du Régiment – May 18th
June
**NEW 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 – ongoing
- Bermuda in Bloom by Jaya Perrier – November 2nd until November 28th
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 – October 19th until November 2nd
- Mindframe Photovoice: Through the lens – Look Out, Focus in
- Reef Roamers IV: An Exhibition of Marine Sculptures by Janet Percy
World Heritage Centre: Bermuda Panoramas by Emile Antoine Verpilleux – until further notice
Enjoy the rest of the week and don’t eat too much candy corn!
B
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