January 29th, 2020 Bermuda Calendar Update
Good Morning Bermuda, 
Can you believe that January is over already!? Good news is the year’s off to a great start with lots of exciting events on the calendar to keep you busy this winter. Just keep reading to see all of latest ones that have been added since last week. And as always, make sure you check out the Quick Recap Section at the bottom of this post as well to see ALL upcoming events, including those that have been previously covered in previous posts.
Since it’s not practical to add them to the post each week, all of the Regular/ Weekly Events are listed on a separate page which you can access from the drop-down options under the Other Sections tab on the homepage.
If you are planning any upcoming events be sure to let us know by completing the online submission form here – a basic listing is free! Just be sure to include all of the relevant details in your description.
From 12:30pm until 1:30pm in the BEDC Training Room, you can learn how to access these cost saving programmes and how to use them to support your business.
The session is free. Bring your own lunch.
For more information, or to RSVP, contact 292-5570, info@bedc.bm, or visit www.bedc.bm.
Those who want to get involved must attend the BEDC Co-op Pitch Info Session on Wednesday, January 29th, from 6pm until 7pm in the BEDC Training Room. Join for a brief overview of the BEDC Cooperative Pitch Competition and the upcoming Co-op Power Workshops. The Wine Down Wednesday Co-op Pitch Info Session will be held on February 5th, from 5pm until 9pm at Taste One Four One. There you can mingle, ask questions, and get inspired as you network with the growing number of young people connecting through cooperative entrepreneurship in Bermuda. The Co-op Power Part 3 Workshop will be held on Wednesdays February 12th, 19th & 26th, in the BEDC Training Room from 6pm until 8:30pm. Participate in this immersive learning opportunity to learn the foundations of a co-op; how a co-op differs from a traditional business; the benefits of starting a co-op and community impact opportunities. The BEDC Co-op Pitch Competition will be held on Wednesday, March 11th at a location, tbd. Enter to pitch your idea for a local co-op business. A 3 or more person team with a workable co-op idea have a chance to win business development support and cash! Participation in the Co-op Power Workshop is a pre-requisite.
All sessions are free. To register for the Co-op Pitch, RSVP for the info sessions by completing the registration form on www.bedc.bm.
For more information, contact 292-5570, Jonathan Starling at jstarling@bedc.bm, or visit www.bedc.bm.
The expo is from noon until 6pm in the Gardenia Ballroom, where you can explore options for makeup artists, wedding cakes, DJ’s, wines and spirits, photographers, and transportation services. Some of the vendors include Iman Artistry, Ricochet Sound Ent., Sugar Rush Cakes, Rene Hill Originals and MAETOG, just to name a few.
Entry is $10 per person at the door.
For more information, contact UnveiledLoveAffair@outlook.com or 532-1019.
The event will be held from 5pm until 11pm in Marée. Food Specials include: San Francisco Chowder in Bread Bowl with Rockfish Potato Leek in Rosemary Sourdough for $22; Kansas City Slow Smoked BBQ Brisket Sandwich with Slaw, Brioche Bun, & Fries for $18; Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls with Blue Cheese Sauce for $16.
Drink Specials include: Anchor Liberty Ale – San Francisco – $7 per bottle or $24 per bucket (serves 4); Jayhawks Rita in Lime / Mango / Strawberry – $12 per glass or $40 for a pitcher (serves 4).
There is no cover charge. Reservations suggested.
For more information, or to make a reservation, contact 293-1666 or Dirk@TheLorenHotel.com.
From 7pm until 11pm, you can enjoy a buffet and specials on Heineken and Heineken 0.0, while watching the Kansas City Chiefs vs San Francisco 49ers on their flat screen TVs.
The expansive buffet includes Victualling Yard Pit Smoked Pulled Pork Sliders, Succulent Beef Brisket, Buffalo Wings, Impossible Meat Vegetarian Chili, Fresh guacamole, salsa and tortillas, Vegetable Crudités and Dips, Pretzels and Beer Cheese.
There is no cover charge. The buffet is $35 per person. Reservations are recommended for bar area seating.
For more information, or to make a reservation, contact Frog & Onion at 234-2900.
Participants will learn to identify core essentials of an entrepreneurial mindset; identify and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities; and develop cross-discipline entrepreneurial attitudes, behaviours and skills.
The course is driven by the internationally recognised, award-winning, Ice House Entrepreneurship Programme. The entrepreneurship programme provides a challenging learning experience and is designed to reveal new opportunities, ignite one’s ambition, and foster the skills that will empower individuals to reach new heights as an entrepreneur. Ice House draws on eight fundamental concepts that can empower anyone to succeed.
Classes are every Tuesday from 6pm until 8:15pm, in the BEDC Training Room. The course finishes on March 24th.
The cost is $275. Investment includes the book ‘Who Owns the Ice House?’, access to an online learning portal and all workbook materials.
For more information, or to apply, contact 292-5570, info@bedc.bm or visit www.bedc.bm.
Participants in this workshop can expect an energised atmosphere, empowerment to shift the mind and encouragement to “get it done” and achieve their goals. You will walk away with you goals in a visual format.
The event will be held from 4:30pm until 7:30pm at Christ Church Hall and hosted by Eugenia Robinson, with Bermudian Cuisine catered by Doreen James of Wild Herbs & Plants of Bermuda.
The cost is an investment of $60 which includes all supplies, a participant workbook, laser coaching, and small raffle items to raise money for Transforming Lives, Fighting Poverty – charity#887.
RSVP by February 5th or register on www.Ptix.bm/rhmi.
For more information, or to RSVP, contact contact@EugenialRobinson.com or 536-2725.
The event starts at 5:45pm at Thyme Restaurant, where you can enjoy light refreshments, cheeses and fruits, paired with a selection of wines provided by Discovery Wines.
Tickets are $65 and can be purchased from Kardias Members.
Kardias Club is a registered charity #51. Part proceeds from the event will benefit The Family Center.
For more information, contact TheKardiasClub@gmail.com.
The exhibit will show how the reputation of Bermuda as an artistic destination grew during the first decades of the 20th century, especially on the Eastern seacoast of the United States. Works on display are by international artists, created from 1885 until the 1940s.
The exhibit will be open to the general public as of January 31st. Members are invited to the Opening Reception on Thursday, January 30th from 5:30pm until 7pm.
The show will remain on display until further notice. 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 $10, or free for members and children under 12.
For more information, contact 299-4000 or Education@MasterworksBermuda.org.
This is a fundraising event to assist with the refurbishment of school playground.
The film starts at 6pm at Liberty Theatre.
Tickets are $25, includes small popcorn and drink, and can be purchased at www.Ptix.bm/sonic.
For more information, contact StDavidsPrimaryPta@gmail.com.
Dinner will be served from 6:30pm until 8:30pm in the Hibiscus Room, featuring delectable dishes prepared only with seasonal Bermudian ingredients, by Executive Chef Nicholas Li Tai Tsat.
Live entertainment by Don Johann on piano will set the mood, following up with DJ Bubbles in The Palm Court.
The cost is $50 per person, plus %17 gratuities. Reservations required.
For more information, or to make a reservation, contact Guest Services at 1-441-293-8333.
This promises to be inspiring and informative presentation about the Ketogenic “Keto” Lifestyle, from 6pm until 8pm at Pembroke Community Club. There will be special guest speakers including: Dr. Ramon Arscott of Arscott Plastic & Reconstruction Surgery; Cervio Cox of M.A.D.E MOVEMENT, Certified Personal Training; and Kathy Lipps, N.D. of Better Health Shop.
Light keto friendly refreshments will be served.
Tickets are $60 and available at the Better Health Shop on the Ground Floor of Victoria Place, online at www.Ptix.bm, or by contacting Roslyn Cure at 747-3692.
For more information, contact RoslynCure@gmail.com.
The show features and incredibly talented all-Bermudian cast, performing and celebrating four decades of the Motown music we all grew up with. Authentically and genuinely faithful to the genre, the sound of young America comes alive with legendary entertainers from the Iconic Temptations, Supremes, Four Tops, Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder, to recent sensations Boyz II Men, Shanice Wilson and DeBarge. This production promises to be the show of the year – bringing you music, memories, magic and sexy sophistication.
Doors open at 7pm at Fairmont Southampton Resort’s Mid Ocean Amphitheatre and showtime is at 8pm.
A limited supply of Early Bird tickets are available at $110, after which the price increases to $125 for General Admission or $200 for VIP. Tickets are sold at www.Ptix.bm, People’s Pharmacy, 27th Century Boutique and The Music Box.
For more information, contact RockThis@hotmail.com.
The event is from 6pm until 8pm at Government House, toasting to the leap year with wine, music and hors d’oeuvres (frog legs included). All are invited to take a leap and mingle with them.
The cost is $125 per person.
For more information, or to RSVP, contact 299-4000 or Morgan@MasterworksBermuda.org.
This delicious combo starts with his famous fish hash, which you don’t want to miss, and is topped off with a main course of half a broiled local lobster, Bermuda-style.
This special is $80 per person, plus 17% gratuities.
Medittera is open from 6pm until 9pm, every day of the week except Tuesdays. Chef Herbie Bascome’s Lobster Combo is available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until February 15th.
For more information, or reservations, contact 238-8000 or visit www.OpenTable.com.
Entry to the gallery is free and open to everyone. There will be amazing artwork, photography, jewellery and more for sale. All proceeds from sales will be donated to P.A.L.S.
The Opening Reception is from 5:30pm until 7:30pm. The exhibition will remain on display until March 20th.
The Chub Gallery is open from 10am until 4pm, Monday to Friday.
For more information, contact darlene4141@gmail.com.
The swimathon will take place from 10am until 2pm at Bermuda National Sport Centre’s Aquatics and Fitness Centre. Their goal is to help raise funds to sustain the society, and to assist funding for Bermuda-based MS sufferers with medical needs. The more contributions raised, the more successful they will be at achieving their goal to educate, assist and support those in the MS community.
There is no registration fee, instead swimmers must collect pledges per lap and sponsorship forms are available by contacting info@mssociety.bm or visiting their Facebook Page/Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda.
There is no age restriction on participation, however, minors must be signed up by their parent/guardian and waiver forms should be filled in ahead of the event, available via their Facebook Page.
For more information, contact info@mssociety.bm.
The menu is available from 11am until 11pm, at Crown & Anchor, every Sunday throughout March.
The cost per person is $39, or $49 with a pint of local draft beer, plus %17 gratuities.
For more information, or to make a reservation, contact 298-2028 or ham.diningreservations@fairmont.com.
From 6:30pm until midnight, you are sure to have a roaring good time, brimming with mystery, fine food, fantastic prizes, dancing and fun. Guests will enjoy cocktails with an Open Bar until 10pm, a gourmet dinner provided by Harbourfront Restaurant, sizzling entertainment as well as fabulous Live & Silent Auction Prizes. Dress code for the evening is 1920’s Speakeasy.
Price per ticket is $300. Corporate Table available. If you are unable to attend the event but would like to make a donation, contact 294-0201 or email membership@buei.bm.
For more information, tickets and corporate tables, contact 294-0203 or email marketing@buei.bm.
Save the Date: Quick Recap of Upcoming Bermuda Events
January
Restaurant Weeks at Fairmont Southampton – January 2nd to February 3rd
DHPC Harness Pony Racing – January 11th and 19th; February 1st, 9th, 15th, & 23rd
Bermuda Restaurant Weeks – January 16th to February 2nd
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Alda Dizdari with Pianist Toni Blauch – January 28th & 29th
**NEW Lunch & Learn: EEZ & New Entrepreneur Payroll Tax Concessions – January 29th
**NEW Co-op Pitch Competition: Info Session – January 29th
BUEI Talks & Bermuda Audubon Society present Bermuda’s Cahows with Jeremy Madeiros – January 29th
**NEW Members Only Opening Reception at Masterworks: Follow the Sun – January 30th
The Grateful Bread 2020 Monthly Feeding Program – starts January 30th
BZS Lecture Series: Baitfishes in Bermuda – January 30th
MSA’s 5K Fun Walk/Run For Your House – January 31st
February
African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural Bus Tour 2020 – starts February 1st
The Met Opera (On Film) in Glorious HD: Manon’s Massenet – February 1st
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Lost In Translation Circus – February 1st & 2nd
Wine Dinner Series at The Loren: Experience Decadence – February 1st
Fat Tire Massive 2019/2020 Race Series: Race 5: Admiralty House – February 2nd
**NEW Unveiled Love Affair Bridal Show – February 2nd
Transport Museum Fish Fry – February 2nd
**NEW Super Bowl Sunday at The Loren – February 2nd
**NEW Super Bowl Sunday LIV at Frog & Onion – February 2nd
**NEW Think Like An Entrepreneur: 8 -Week Course – starts February 4th
**NEW Co-op Pitch Competition: Wine Down Wednesday Info Session – February 5th
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Four Phantoms – February 7th & 8th
Catena Wine Tasting – February 7th
Church Girls’ & Boys’ Brigade Valentines Fair & Car Wash – February 8th
DHPC Dinner Bingo Fundraiser – January 25th Postponed to February 8th
Swan’s Running Club Legends Race Series 2020: Ed Sherlock 8K Run – February 9th
**NEW Restorative Vision Boarding – February 9th
Bermuda Gymnastics Association February Break Camp – February 10th to 14th
February Mid-Term JUMP Camp – February 10th to 14th
L’Alliance Française des Bermudes Ciné Club: Cache-moi si tu peux – February 11th
**NEW Co-op Pitch Competition: Co-Op Power Part 3 Workshop – February 12th, 19th & 26th
Bermuda Heart Foundation Fundraising Quiz Night – February 12th
Bermuda National Trust Annual Children’s Nature Walk – February 13th
**NEW Kardia Club Tour of Love Wine Tasting – February 13th
**NEW Sonic the Hedgehog Movie Premiere – February 13th
Karma Kids Yoga Teacher Training – starts February 14th
Love is Love Valentines Day Party – February 14th
Galentines Sip n’ Paint – February 14th
**NEW Valentine’s Day Dinner at Grotto Bay – February 14th
Soul Session Saturday Valentine’s Day Edition – February 14th
The Bermuda National Trust Plant & Bake Sale – February 15th
Fat Tire Massive 2019/2020 Race Series: Race 6: Hog Bay – February 16th
In the Stars: Aquarius Edition – February 16th
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Ray On My Mind – February 14th & 15th
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Romeo and Juliet – February 17th & 18th
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Red Priest – February 21st & 22nd
The Met Opera (On Film) in Glorious HD: Puccini’s Madama Butterfly – February 22nd
**NEW Ketogenic Optimal Life – February 22nd
Champagne & Denim – February 22nd
**NEW The Magic Of Motown – February 22nd
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: On Stage Competition – February 25th
Atlantic Futsal Conference 2020 – February 28th to March 1st
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Nobuntu – February 28th and 29th
**NEW Leap of Fate – February 29th
Harness Pony Racing: Champion of Champions – February 29th & March 1st
March
Fat Tire Massive 2019/2020 Race Series: Race 7: Ferry Reach – March 1st
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Ana Moura – March 1st
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Dayton Contemporary Dance Company – March 3rd and 4th
**NEW International Women’s Club of Bermuda’s Annual Charity Art Exhibition: Opening Reception – March 6th
Wine Dinner Series at The Loren: Slow and Low Dinner – March 6th
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Diane Reeves – March 6th
**NEW Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda Swimathon – March 7th
The Met Opera (On Film) in Glorious HD: Mozart’s The Magic Flute – March 7th
**NEW Co-op Pitch Competition – March 11th
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: Ballet Cymru – March 10th & 11th
Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts: The Long Run – March 13th & 14th
Swan’s Running Club Legends Race Series 2020: Ray Swan Flat 8K – March 22nd
April
The Met Opera (On Film) in Glorious HD: The Gershwins’ Porgy & Bess – April 4th
Wine Dinner Series at The Loren: Peek into Spring Dinner – April 4th
Swan’s Running Club Legends Race Series 2020: Ludwig Cann 10k – April 5th
Open Your Heart Foundation presents: Good Friday – April 10th
The Met Opera (On Film) in Glorious HD: Handel’s Agrippina – April 19th
**NEW Speakeasy at BUEI Fundraising Event – April 25th
May
Swan’s Running Club Legends Race Series 2020: “Sir” Stanley Burgess 5k – May 3rd
The Met Opera (On Film) in Glorious HD: Wagner’s Der Fliegende Holländer – May 10th
June
The Met Opera (On Film) in Glorious HD: Dozinetti’s Maria Stuarda – June 6th
Art Exhibits
- Follow the Sun
- The Power of Art: Land and Sea: Fragile Treasures
- Jacqueline Alma: Like a Tree, Let the Dead Leaves Drop
- What’s Poppin’!
- A City Celebrates
- Lots & Lots of Little Paintings
- Show Us Your Bermuda
World Heritage Centre: Bermuda Panoramas by Emile Antoine Verpilleux – Until further notice
Chubb Gallery: International Women’s Club of Bermuda’s Annual Charity Art Exhibition – March 6th to 20th
Enjoy the rest of your week!
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