This Months Highlights!

Bermuda Spring Break 2012
March 3-9; 10-17, Various venues island wide

Let loose and party in paradise this Spring Break when you and your friends travel to Bermuda to take advantage of some great Spring Break 2012 specials. Not only are there plenty of activities that will appeal to everyone in your crew, but the deals are sweeter than ever.

To participate you must be 18 years or older, currently enrolled in a college or university and present a valid student ID.

Bermuda Spring Break Dates
February 18 – 24, March 3 – 9 and March 10 – 17, 2012

Host Hotel
The Coco Reef Resort, the official resort of Bermuda Spring Break 2012. Rate is $79.99 per person per night. Email Coco Reef Reservations reservations@cocoreef.bm, call 441-236-5416 for information and booking or visit www.cocoreefbermuda.com.

Free Event Pass
All students travelling to Bermuda for Spring Break will receive a FREE Spring Break event pass which includes entry and access to all Spring Break activities, food at all daytime events, bus and ferry transportation and great drink discounts! Simply fill out our online form to sign up.

Day Time Schedule of Events
• Saturdays, 2:00pm – 8:00pm, Welcome Swizzle Reception at Coco Reef
• Sundays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Party on the Rock at Horseshoe Bay
• Mondays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Bermuda Spring Break Beach Party at Coco Reef
• Tuesdays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Party Cruise
• Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Spring Break Pool Party
• Thursdays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Wet n Wild Thursday at Snorkel Park
• Fridays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Coco Reef Beach Barbeque

For complete details, see www.GoToBermuda.com/springbreak.

ENQUIRIES:
Tashae Thompson, Bermuda Department of Tourism, Global House, 43 Church Street, Hamilton HM 12, tel 441 292 0023, email tcthompson@gov.bm or website www.gotobermuda.com/springbreak


The Hilarious Comedy of Damian the Hypnotist
March 3, Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts, CedarBridge Academy, 1 CedarBridge Lane, Devonshire

The Specialized Youth Arts Charity 679 presents the hilarious comedy of Damian The Hypnotist. Hosted by magician ‘Smooth Lew’ this is an adult event not to be missed!

Bar service available. Doors open at 7:00pm; show time at 8:00pm.

Tickets: $50.00 and available from:
All Wrapped Up, Washington Mall, 7 Reid Street, City of Hamilton,
Fabulous Fashions, Heron Bay Plaza, Heron Bay, Southampton,
Kit N Caboodle, Bermudiana Arcade, 27 Queen Street, City of Hamilton
OR online at www.bdatix.bm

ENQUIRIES:
O’Brian Roberts, Bermuda Magic, tel 441 232 2255,
email bermudamagic@hotmail.com or website www.bermudamagic.com

Tucker’s Point Whale Watching Excursions with Tucker’s Point Dive and Water Sports Centre
March 3; 10; 17; 24; 31, 10:00am – 3:00pm, Dive Shop & Water Sports Centre, Tucker’s Point Club, Tucker’s Town, 19 Harbour Drive, Hamilton Parish

Meet at the Tucker’s Point Dive Shop and Water Sports Centre to embark on an excursion to look for humpback whales every Saturday throughout March and April, weather permitting.

The trip may run until 5:00pm if the whales are not spotted until later. Bring a packed lunch, warm clothes, camera, sunscreen and anything you may need for a day on the water. Tucker’s Point Dive Shop supplies bottled water, coffee/tea and plenty of fun.

Admission: $80 per person. Reservations must be secured in advance with a valid credit card. Reservations cancelled within 24 hours forfeit full cost of excursion.

ENQUIRIES:
Tucker’s Point Dive Shop & Water Sports Centre, Tucker’s Point Club, 19 Harbour Drive, Hamilton Parish, tel 441 298 4050, email watersports@tuckerspoint.com or website www.divinginbermuda.com

6th Annual Lindo’s to Lindo’s Race & Walk
March 3, Start: Lindo’s Family Foods Ltd., 128 Middle Road, Warwick. Finish: Lindo’s Market Limited, 4 Watlington Road, Devonshire East

The Lindo’s to Lindo’s event is a great annual tradition in support of the Bermuda Diabetes Association and is open to all to participate. This event is organized by Mid Atlantic Athletic Club and sanctioned by Bermuda Track & Field Association.

Schedule:
8:30 am Start
Category: Run 10K Junior (Over 12 Under 20 on race day)
Category: Run 10K MAAC Member (not Gold)
Category: Run 10K MAAC Gold Member
Category: Run 10K all others
Category: Competitive Walk 4 miles - Juniors Under 20 (no running allowed at any time)
Category: Competitive Walk 4 miles - Adults 20+ (no running allowed at any time)

8:35am Start
Category: Recreational Walk 4 miles - Junior Under 20
Category: Recreational Walk 4 miles - Adults 20+

The Route:
Start: Lindo’s Family Foods Warwick. Finish: Lindo’s Market Devonshire.
• Run Route: along Middle Road through the South Road roundabout, continue on South Road; left at Collector’s Hill to Middle Road; left onto Middle Road; left at Chaingate Hill; right onto Watlington Road; left onto Brighton Hill Road and then left into Lindo’s parking lot for finish.
• Walk Route - along Middle Road through the South Road roundabout, continue on South Road; turn left up Brighton Hill and turn right into Lindo’s parking lot for finish.

Registration closing date: March 2, 2012 at 5:00pm
Forms available from: Sportseller, Lindos and the Diabetes Resource Centre or on line via www.racedayworld.com

Early number pickup: see details on www.racedayworld.com
Late number pick up: Lindo’s Family Foods Warwick on Sunday, March 4 from 7:45am to 8:15am

ENQUIRIES:
Mid Atlantic Athletic Club. Race Organisers Samantha Naude, email snaude@saltus.bm or Sarah Thompson, email jtbermuda@hotmail.com, tel 441 737 9907 or website www.racedayworld.com

Fantasea’s Whale Watching
March 7; 10; 11; 14; 17; 17; 21; 24; 25; 28; 31
Every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting)
Dockyard Tour Booth adjacent to the Dockyard Ferry Stop, Royal Naval Dockyard

March and April is whale watching season in Bermuda. Join Fantasea Bermuda Ltd’s veteran whale watching crew for a safe and respectful observation of the incredible Humpback Whales on their migration North to the Arctic’s rich feeding grounds. This is a chance of a lifetime to see whales frolic on the surface and occasionally leap into the air. You can get up close and look at these awe inspiring creatures in their natural habitat. Fantasea Bermuda Ltd is dedicated to responsible wildlife viewing and adhere to internationally recognized whale watching guidelines and best practices.

Full beverage service and restroom facilities available on-board. Wear warm clothes, bring a snack or lunch, and don’t forget your camera.

Tour length can vary depending on the location and activity level of the whales. Please be advised that the tour length is approximately five hours on the open ocean and subject to sea conditions, some rolling and pitching can be expected. People prone to motion sickness are advised to take preventative measures.

Tickets: $85.00 per person, $65.00 for children under 12 years, plus a $5.00 booking fee per reservation. To make a reservation go to www.fantasea.bm


ENQUIRIES:
Jacqui Frith, Office Manager, Fantasea Bermuda Ltd., tel 441 236 1300, email info@fantasea.bm or website www.fantasea.bm

20th Annual Open Calcutta Tennis Tournament
March 8-11, Coral Beach & Tennis Club, 34 South Road, Paget

This event has been designed to encourage participation by players of all levels of ability. Individual applicants are paired with partners by means of a random draw such that weaker players are teamed with stronger players, and vice-versa. All matches, except the finals, are an 8-game pro-set with a tie-breaker at 7-all. Finals are best of three sets.

Open to tennis players of ALL abilities! White apparel ONLY on court.

Schedule:
Calcutta Cocktail Party (jacket and tie required)
Calcutta Auction – Thursday, March 8 at 6:00pm

Ladies’ Doubles and Consolation – Friday, March 9 at 8:45am
Mixed Doubles and Consolation – Saturday, March 10 at 8:45am
Men’s Doubles and Consolation – Sunday, March 11 at 8:45am
Championship Finals – Sunday, March 11 from 1:00 – 5:00pm

Afternoon tea and presentation of prizes immediately following.

Entry forms available from the Bermuda National Trust’s offices at ‘Waterville’ in Paget and online at www.bnt.bm. Online entries accepted by kelly@bnt.bm with payment due at the Cocktail Party. DEADLINE: Monday, March 5 at 5:00pm

Entry fee: $100.00 per person for 1 event; $150.00 per person for 2 events (fee includes cocktail party, sandwiches and refreshments)

Please submit the entry form together with payment to the Bermuda National Trust either via their ‘Waterville’ office or mail (see mailing address in Enquiries).

Applications accepted on a first-come, first-served basis up to 72 players. In the event of over-subscription, the committee reserves the right to restrict an applicant to a single event or amend the rules as necessary.

ENQUIRIES:
Kelly Way, Tournament Secretary, Bermuda National Trust, P.O. Box HM 61, Hamilton HM AX, tel 441 236 6483, email Kelly@bnt.bm or website www.bnt.bm

Sandys 360’s 2nd Annual Wet N Wild Corporate & Community Challenge
March 9, 12:00noon - 12:00midnight, Sandys 360, Scott’s Hill, Sandys

All are welcome to this annual event. This year, Sandys 360 has planned 12 hours of fun and wacky water activities for the whole family to enjoy! Come out with your team for a day of good fun or cheer on your friends and family from the viewers’ section. Food and snacks provided in aid of Sandys 360 Male Mentoring Programme. A fun castle for the children will be in the gym from 4:00pm – 12:00am.

Teams are needed! If you and a group of friends are interested in participating in this year’s Wet N Wild Challenge, please contact info@sandys360.bm to register your team.

Admission: TBA

ENQUIRIES:
Dr. Melvyn Bassett, Sandys 360 Centre, Scott’s Hill, Sandys, MA 03, tel 441 234 6195 or 234 1275, email mbassett@sandys360.bm

15th Annual Ladies' Pro-Am Golf Classic
March 9 - 15, Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton

The Pompano Beach Club is host to the 15th Annual Ladies Pro-Am Golf Classic. The event is limited to a maximum of eighteen teams consisting of one lady golf professional and three lady amateurs.

All tournament golf rounds played at the Robert Trent Jones designed Port Royal Golf Course, located adjacent to the resort. The event consists of 72 holes of golf featuring a 54-hole Ladies Pro-Am Golf Tournament, 18-hole Amateur Best Ball fun day competition and an 18-hole Professional Championship. The tournament promises to be a challenging golf experience as well as an enjoyable Bermuda vacation. For more details visit the tournament's web page pompanobeachclub.com/tournament_ladies.
Tournament Package:
Choice of accommodations (based upon space availability):
$1,918 per amateur for an oceanview superior room
$1,965 per amateur for an oceanview one-bedroom suite
$2,106 per amateur for an oceanfront deluxe room

Tournament Packages include:
• Six night stay in an oceanview room at the Pompano Beach Club
• Full breakfast and a five-course dinner at the Pompano Beach Club daily
• Hotel occupancy tax and resort service charges
• Four rounds of golf (greens fee & golf cart included) at the Port Royal Golf Course
• Opening night cocktail party at the Pompano Beach Club
• Monday night Manager’s Rum Swizzle Party at the Pompano Beach Club
• Final night cocktail party and prize ceremony at the Pompano Beach Club

ENQUIRIES:
Joyce Noisan, Bermuda Hotel Reps, 231 Boston Post Road, Wayland, MA 01778, USA, tel 800 343 4155, fax 508 358 7711, email reservations@pompanobeachclub.com or website pompanobeachclub.com

Bermuda Magic presents ‘Comedy & Magic’
March 11, 4:30pm, Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts, CedarBridge Academy, 1 CedarBridge Lane, Devonshire

The Specialized Youth Arts Charity 679 presents an evening of ‘Comedy & Magic’ featuring entertainers such as magician ‘Smooth Lew’, comedian/magician Matthew DiSero, magician/balloon artist Gary Robinson and comedy juggler Johnny Toronto. This hilarious family event is not to be missed!

Tickets: $30.00 and available from:
All Wrapped Up, Washington Mall, 7 Reid Street, City of Hamilton,
Fabulous Fashions, Heron Bay Plaza, Heron Bay, Southampton,
OR online at www.bdatix.bm

ENQUIRIES:
O’Brian Roberts, Bermuda Magic, tel 441 232 2255,
email bermudamagic@hotmail.com or website www.bermudamagic.com

Harvard in Hamilton for Habitat VI
March 13, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Church Street, City of Hamilton

Hosted by US Consul General, Grace Shelton, ‘Harvard in Hamilton for Habitat VI’, is a free concert featuring the Harvard Krokodiloes, the Radcliffe Pitches, the Harvard Din & Tonics and the Bermuda Institute’s Septet En Harmony.

Admission: Free - donations are welcome

ENQUIRIES:
Astrid Black, US Consulate General, Crown Hill, 16 Middle Road, Devonshire DV 03, tel 441 278 7502 (Monday-Friday)

Hasty Pudding Theatricals 164: There Will Be Flood
March 14 - 16, 8:00pm, City Hall & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton

Harvard University’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals returns in this tale of a massive flood which threatens to destroy the world. In order to save the planet, a group of time travelers journey back to prehistoric times to avert an ancient prophecy.

Tickets: $20.00 available online at www.bdatix.bm (plus $2.00 BermudaTix fee)

ENQUIRIES:
Hasty Pudding Theatricals, P.O. Box 381940, Cambridge, MA 02238, tel 617 495 5205 or fax 617 495 5207, email pudding@hcs.harvard.edu or website www.hastypudding.org

Bermuda International Film Festival
March 16 - 22, Liberty Theatre, Union Square, City of Hamilton

In celebration of international independent film, as well as home-grown filmmaking talent, the 15th edition of the Bermuda International Film Festival (BIFF) will take place in the City of Hamilton.

During the seven days of the festival, over 80 films will be screened. The film programme will centre around the crowd-pleasing World Cinema line-up, featuring heavy-hitters and winners from high-profile film festivals around the world, such as Cannes and Sundance. The Competition Shorts will be a clear highlight as BIFF is recognised as a qualifying film festival for the Short Film Academy Award. The schedule will also include a late-night After Hours strand and several country-specific showcases. Special opening and closing night presentations will take place.

To keep film fans busy in between screenings, there will be a full and varied entertainment programme during BIFF 2012. BIFF will host lunchtime panel discussions with experts from the film industry and a dedicated Social Hub will be open all week for enthusiasts to mingle after films for a little healthy deconstruction and debate, or simply enjoy some refreshments. The festival will open and close with glamorous Unwrap and Wrap parties.

Tickets go on sale March 7 2012, at which time the film schedule will be released.

ENQUIRIES:
Bermuda International Film Festival (a registered charity in Bermuda), tel 441 293 3456, email info@biff.bm or website www.biff.bm

Zoom Around the Sound
March 17, 8:00am, Start and finish at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo, 40 North Shore Road, Flatts Village

This is an annual 7.2 mile fun Run/Walk/Ride around the Harrington Sound organized by the Bermuda Zoological Society.

Schedule:
Late registration at 8:00am
Bermuda Jazzercise warm-up at 8:30am
Cyclists’ start at 8:45am
Runners’ start at 8:55am
Walkers’ start at 9:00am

Entry Fee: $20.00 - deadline by 12:00pm on March 16
Late Entry Fee: $25.00 - accepted when registration opens on Saturday, March 17
Payment options: cash or credit cards only - no cheques

Entry forms: from the Front Desk of the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo or from the Sportseller in the Washington Mall, City of Hamilton

Race numbers pick-up: Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo on March 16 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm

ENQUIRIES:
Bermuda Zoological Society, 40 North Shore Road, Flatts Village, tel 441 293 2727 ext. 2130, email volunteers.bzs@gov.bm or website www.bamz.org


City of Hamilton: City Food Festival
March 19 - 25 (Festival on March 24), Bermudiana Road, City of Hamilton

Enjoy week long lunch and dinner specials and an all-day street festival…more details to come!

ENQUIRIES:
Danilee Trott or Thomas Lightbourne, City of Hamilton, P.O. Box HM 1175, Hamilton HM EX, tel 441 279 5254, email events@cityhall.bm or website www.cityofhamilton.bm

Spring Family Fun Day
March 31, 12:00noon - 6:00pm, World Heritage Centre, Penno's Wharf, Town of St. George

This annual event is not to be missed! Expect the return of the giant slide, Barritt's bouncy castle, The Wonder Wheel, face painting and much more! The St. George’s Foundation’s Spring Raffle coincides with their Family Fun Day and the drawing will be the events’ finale. There are lots of fabulous and exciting prizes so make sure to purchase a raffle ticket.

Admission: TBA

ENQUIRIES:
Barbara Maguire, The St. George’s Foundation, tel 441 297 3686 or website www.stgeorgesfoundation.org

This Month's Highlights!!!

Feel the Love Month
Daily, Various venues island wide
Celebrate love in one of the world’s most romantic destinations. Enjoy special offers and exciting activities that will inspire romance and have you ‘Feeling the Love’ while in Bermuda
THE WEEKLY SCHEDULE IN BRIEF
Mondays & Thursdays: Couples’ Golf Tournament, 8:30am - 12:00 noon
Tuesdays: Champagne and Strawberries Afternoon Affair, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wednesdays: Love Train City Tour, 11:00am - 12:00 noon
Wednesdays & Fridays: SalsaMania Latin Night Out, 8:30pm - 12:00 midnight
Thursdays: Dockyard Glassworks Demonstration and Free Gift, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fridays: Shopping in the City, 11:00am - 12:00 noon
Fridays: Love Cruise, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Fridays: Feel the Love Fridays, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Saturdays: Love Tales Walking Tour, 10:30am - 11:45am
All listed activities are FREE and no reservations required, with the exception of the Couples’ Golf Tournament. Outdoor events are weather dependent – call to confirm.
See our Home Page and download the brochure for full details.
ENQUIRIES:
Tashae Thompson, Bermuda Department of Tourism, Global House, 43 Church Street, Hamilton HM 12, tel 441 292 0023, email tcthompson@gov.bm or www.gotobermuda.com

Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts
Various Locations
A six-week series of performances by a selection of the world's leading artists in music, dance and theatre.
VENUES:
Mid-Ocean Amphitheatre, Fairmont Southampton, South Road, Southampton;
Ruth Seaton James Centre of the Performing Arts, CedarBridge Academy, 1 CedarBridge Lane, Devonshire;
City Hall & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton.
SCHEDULE:
February 3
Schubert Ensemble of London
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
February 4
Workshop: Schubert Ensemble of London with an orchestra of Bermuda's young string students
2:30pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton Tickets for the workshop are only available with the purchase of a ticket for Friday night's Concert and MUST be booked at the same time
February 10, 11
Proof, performed by Walnut Street Theatre
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
February 16
Carole Farley
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
February 17, 18
Toulouse Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Jose Serebrier
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
February 24
February 25
February 26
ZOOZOO, performed by Imago Theatre
6:30pm
2:30pm & 6:30pm
2:30pm
City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
Ticket Sales Start: Monday, November 21, 2011 at 10:00am
Tickets: $65 adults, $25 students
TICKETS:
• online via www.bermudafestival.org or www.bdatix.bm
• by telephone 7 days a week, 8:00am - 7:00pm (a $3.00 charge per ticket applies):
in Bermuda, tel 232 2255; in the USA and Canada, tel 1 800 309 8497;
in other countries tel 1 441 232 2255
For complete details of ticket sales and pick-up at Ticket Centres, visit www.bermudafestival.org or www.bdatix.bm
Theatre Box Office is open at the venue one hour prior to the performance. Prepaid tickets must be collected 30 minutes before the curtain rises. Returned tickets for sold out performances may be available for sale at the venue.
ENQUIRIES:
Bermuda Festival Ltd., tel 441 295 1291, fax 441 295 7403 email boxoffice@bermudafestival.org or website www.bermudafestival.org

Famous for 15 Minutes
Feb 9 - 17, Daylesford Theatre, Corner Washington and Dundonald Streets, City of Hamilton (behind City Hall)
The 10th Annual Playwriting Competition is back at Daylesford, the workshop of the Bermuda Musical & Dramatic Society! The six best 15-minute scripts performed every night. The competition winner revealed on closing night.
Admission: Opening night ‘Gala Night’ $75; remaining nights $25.
Tickets purchased 3-ways:
• Through the Daylesford Theatre Box Office located on the corner of Washington and Dundonald Streets. Box Office hours: 5:30pm until 7:00pm weekdays for at least one week prior to opening night; 7:00pm until curtain on performance nights for shows commencing at 8:00pm; one hour prior to performance for shows starting at other times.
• Online through BMDS www.bmds.bm or Express Tickets www.express.bm
• By Phone: call the Box Office during the times stated above. Please note, you may pick up your tickets any time the Box Office is open, up to and including the day of the performance
ENQUIRIES:
Lizzy Hadler, Bermuda Musical & Dramatic Society, Box Office tel 441 292 0848, email diva@bmds.bm or website www.bmds.bm

Bermuda Spring Break
February 18 – 24, Various venues island wide
Let loose and party in paradise this Spring Break when you and your friends travel to Bermuda to take advantage of some great Spring Break 2012 specials. Not only are there plenty of activities that will appeal to everyone in your crew, but the deals are sweeter than ever.
To participate you must be 18 years or older, currently enrolled in a college or university and present a valid student ID.
Host Hotel
The Coco Reef Resort, the official resort of Bermuda Spring Break 2012. Rate is $79.99 per person per night. Email Coco Reef Reservations reservations@cocoreef.bm, call 441-236-5416 for information and booking or visit www.cocoreefbermuda.com.
Free Event Pass
All students travelling to Bermuda for Spring Break will receive a FREE Spring Break event pass which includes entry and access to all Spring Break activities, food at all daytime events, bus and ferry transportation and great drink discounts! Simply fill out our online form to sign up.
Day Time Schedule of Events
• Saturdays, 2:00pm – 8:00pm, Welcome Swizzle Reception at Coco Reef
• Sundays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Party on the Rock at Horseshoe Bay
• Mondays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Bermuda Spring Break Beach Party at Coco Reef
• Tuesdays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Party Cruise
• Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Spring Break Pool Party
• Thursdays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Wet n Wild Thursday at Snorkel Park
• Fridays, 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Coco Reef Beach Barbeque
For complete details, see www.GoToBermuda.com/springbreak.
ENQUIRIES:
Tashae Thompson, Bermuda Department of Tourism, Global House, 43 Church Street, Hamilton HM 12, tel 441 292 0023, email tcthompson@gov.bm or website www.gotobermuda.com/springbreak

An Evening with Brian McKnight
February 25, 9pm
The Ballroom, The Fairmont Southampton, 101 South Road, Southampton
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., Bermuda Alumni Chapter, presents ‘An Evening with Brian McKnight’ under the patronage of the Hon. Michael Weeks JP, MP, Minister of Public Works. Featuring also the Wall Street Band & Stevie Darrell, Kassandra Gabrielle plus Steve Easton and MC Brother Craig Tyrrell. Sponsored in part by the Bermuda Department of Tourism, proceeds raised to benefit the Kappa Classic Tournament and Education Fund.
Tickets: general admission $100.00; VIP tickets $150.00
Tickets outlets:
27th Century Boutique, tel (441) 292 2628
Secrets, tel (441) 295 0651
El Shaddai Flourist, tel (441) 236 2469
Brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi and Affiliates
Dress code: smart casual - no sneakers and t-shirts
Hotel room: $149.00; hotel bookings: tel (441) 504 7521 or email thunter@northrock.bm
ENQUIRIES:
Anthony Hunter, Organiser, tel 441 504 7521, email thunter@northrock.bm

Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo: Rainforest Fun
February 26, 9:30am - 11:00am
Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo, 40 North Shore Road, Flatts Village
The rainforest is a magical place that hosts a large variety of animals and plants. Come and learn about all these creatures and embark on a treasure hunt in the Caribbean Exhibit. For children between 3 and 4 years old (accompanied by an adult).
Admission: $15.00 for BZS members; $30.00 for non-members
ENQUIRIES:
Alex Amat, Bermuda Zoological Society, 40 North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish FL 04, tel 441 293 2727, email activities.bzs@gov.bm or website www.bamz.org

This Months Highlights!

Fairmont to Fairmont Race
Fairmont Hamilton Princess, 76 Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke
January 8, 8:30am and 9:00am
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Bermuda announces the 35th Annual Fairmont to Fairmont road race. The event includes a 7.2-mile race that spans the distance between the Fairmont Hamilton Princess in Pembroke Parish and The Fairmont Southampton in Southampton Parish, and a Juniors 3K race.
The Adults' race starts at The Fairmont Hamilton Princess at 9:00am.
The Juniors' race starts at the Heron Bay Marketplace on Middle Road, Southampton at 8:30am. Awards go to 1st, 2nd & 3rd Boy and Girl in age groups 8 - 10, 11 - 12 and 13 - 15.
Registration closing date is: January 6 at 11:55pm.
Race Numbers: should be collected on Saturday, January 7, 12:00pm to 2:00pm at The Fairmont Hamilton Princess. Late entries accepted on Saturday at number pick-up. No late entries on race day.
Draw prize for all participants: two American Airline flights and stay at Fairmont Mayakoba, Mexico. A Celebration Breakfast will be held after the event in recognition of the 35th anniversary of the event.
Entry fee: TBA A portion of every entry fee will be donated to charity.
ENQUIRIES:
To register contact Bermuda Timing Systems Ltd, tel 441 236 9586, email info@bermudatiming.bm or website www.racedayworld.com.


Just for Laughs Bermuda
City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton and Mid Ocean Amphitheatre, Fairmont Southampton, South Road, Southampton.
January 11- 14
The sixth annual 'Just for Laughs Bermuda' will once again feature host Alonzo Bodden and local comedian Jonathan Young alongside Canadian Derek Edwards and American Ryan Hamilton and more!
Wednesday – show starts at 8:00pm. The first and only show at City Hall runs for 1 hour 15 minutes with no bar service or intermission.
The remaining shows are all held at the Mid Ocean Amphitheatre at the Fairmont Southampton resort.
Thursday – show starts at 8:00pm. Seating is cabaret style with round tables of four, six or ten. Drinks and finger food served at your table.
Friday – show starts at 8:30pm. Seating is theatre style.
Saturday – 2 shows at 7:00pm and 10:00pm. Seating is theatre style.
Tickets:
Wednesday night at City Hall $45.00
Thursday night at the Mid Ocean Amphitheatre $85.00
Friday and Saturday nights - general admission $75.00, reserved seating $85.00.
Tickets on sale at:
All Wrapped Up, Washington Mall, 7 Reid Street, Hamilton
Fabulous Fashions, Heron Bay Plaza, Heron Bay, Southampton
or online at www.bdatix.bm
ENQUIRIES:
Just for Laughs Bermuda, tel 441 232 2255 or the USA and Canada 1-800-309-8497.
Monday-Friday 10:00am- 10:00pm ADT, email info@comedyevent.bm or website www.comedyevent.bm

Bermuda Marathon Weekend
Front Street, City of Hamilton and the National Sports Centre, Frog Lane, Devonshire
January 13 - 15
Set against a backdrop of pastel coloured buildings, lush greenery and tropical blue water, the Bermuda Marathon Weekend is the perfect destination event. Spread over three days and featuring a series of mile races, a 10K, a half and full marathon and the popular Bermuda Triangle Challenge, race weekend just keeps on going.
Participants can choose to run just one or two races and for some the Bermuda Triangle Challenge, three races in three days, will provide an unforgettable experience.
Race schedule:
KPMG Bermuda Invitational Mile Friday, January 13 6:30pm
Bermuda 10K & 10K Walk Saturday, January 14 9:00am
Bermuda Marathon & Half Marathon Sunday, January 15 8:00am
ENQUIRES:
Anthony Raynor, Race Director, Bermuda Marathon Weekend, tel 441 296 0951, email athlete@logic.bm or to register online go to website www.bermudaraceweekend.com

Bermuda Restaurant Week 2012
Various participating restaurants island wide
January 16 - 31
An awesome dining experience awaits you at one of Bermuda’s finest restaurants featuring great prices on selected 3-course dinner menus. Satisfy your palate and savour the flavours of Bermuda, January 16 - February 6, 2012.
Set prices for a special 3-course dinner, beverages and gratuities not included. Wine pairings are offered at $29, $39 and $49 per bottle, plus gratuities. See our Home Page and/or Events Signature Page for the full listing of restaurants.
Reservations are recommended. Contact the restaurant of your choice to make reservations and to enquire about their dinner times.
ENQUIRIES:
Tashae Thompson, Bermuda Department of Tourism, Global House, 43 Church Street, Hamilton HM 12, tel 441 292 0023, email tcthompson@gov.bm or www.gotobermuda.com

Feel the Love Month 2012
Various venues island wide
January 16 - 31
Celebrate love in one of the world’s most romantic destinations. Enjoy special offers and exciting activities that will inspire romance and have you ‘Feeling the Love’ while in Bermuda, January 16 - March 3, 2012.
THE WEEKLY SCHEDULE IN BRIEF
Mondays & Thursdays: Couples’ Golf Tournament, 8:30am - 12:00 noon
Tuesdays: Champagne and Strawberries Afternoon Affair, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wednesdays: Love Train City Tour, 11:00am - 12:00 noon
Wednesdays & Fridays: SalsaMania Latin Night Out, 8:30pm - 12:00 midnight
Thursdays: Dockyard Glassworks Demonstration and Free Gift, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fridays: Shopping in the City, 11:00am - 12:00 noon
Fridays: Love Cruise, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Fridays: Feel the Love Fridays, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Saturdays: Love Tales Walking Tour, 10:30am - 11:45am
All listed activities are FREE and no reservations required, with the exception of the Couples’ Golf Tournament. Outdoor events are weather dependent – call to confirm.
See our Home Page and download the brochure for full details.
ENQUIRIES:
Tashae Thompson, Bermuda Department of Tourism, Global House, 43 Church Street, Hamilton HM 12, tel 441 292 0023, email tcthompson@gov.bm or www.gotobermuda.com

Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts
Various Locations
A six-week series of performances by a selection of the world's leading artists in music, dance and theatre.
VENUES:
Mid-Ocean Amphitheatre, Fairmont Southampton, South Road, Southampton;
Ruth Seaton James Centre of the Performing Arts, CedarBridge Academy, 1 CedarBridge Lane, Devonshire;
City Hall & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton.
SCHEDULE:
January 17
Blake (classical vocal quartet)
8:30pm at the Fairmont Southampton
January 20
Faddis Unbridled! performed by the Jon Faddis Jazz Orchestra of New York
8:30pm | Fairmont Southampton
January 23, 24
Ailey II
8:00pm | Ruth Seaton James Centre of Performing Arts
January 27, 28
Marlena Smalls and the Hallelujah Singers
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
January 29
Gabriela Montero
4:30pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
January 31
Mother to Mother, written by Sindiwe Magona, performed by Thembi Mtshali-Jones
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
February 3
Schubert Ensemble of London
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
February 4
Workshop: Schubert Ensemble of London with an orchestra of Bermuda's young string students
2:30pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton Tickets for the workshop are only available with the purchase of a ticket for Friday night's Concert and MUST be booked at the same time
February 10, 11
Proof, performed by Walnut Street Theatre
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
February 16
Carole Farley
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
February 17, 18
Toulouse Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Jose Serebrier
8:00pm | City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
February 24
February 25
February 26
ZOOZOO, performed by Imago Theatre
6:30pm
2:30pm & 6:30pm
2:30pm
City Hall Theatre & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, City of Hamilton
Ticket Sales Start: Monday, November 21, 2011 at 10:00am
Tickets: $65 adults, $25 students
TICKETS:
• online via www.bermudafestival.org or www.bdatix.bm
• by telephone 7 days a week, 8:00am - 7:00pm (a $3.00 charge per ticket applies):
in Bermuda, tel 232 2255; in the USA and Canada, tel 1 800 309 8497;
in other countries tel 1 441 232 2255
For complete details of ticket sales and pick-up at Ticket Centres, visit www.bermudafestival.org or www.bdatix.bm
Theatre Box Office is open at the venue one hour prior to the performance. Prepaid tickets must be collected 30 minutes before the curtain rises. Returned tickets for sold out performances may be available for sale at the venue.
ENQUIRIES:
Bermuda Festival Ltd., tel 441 295 1291, fax 441 295 7403 email boxoffice@bermudafestival.org or website www.bermudafestival.org

2012 Bermuda Regional Tournament
Fairmont Southampton, 101 South Road, Southampton
January 21 - 27
For a fantastic bridge vacation, the Bermuda Regional offers seven memorable days starting with a popular black tie Charity Game, panel shows and other entertainment all held at the Fairmont Southampton.
Information, participation and detailed schedule: visit www.bermudaregional.com
Game entries for local and overseas participants: $15 per person per session and $17 for non and unpaid ACBL members
If making hotel reservations offline, don’t forget to mention that you require the Bridge Rate
ENQUIRES:
Donna Leitch and Judy Bussell, Bermuda Regional Tournament Co-Chairpersons, email info@bermudaregional.com or partnerships@bermudaregional.com Fairmont Southampton Hotel Reservations tel 1 800 441 1414 or the hotel directly at tel 441 238 8000, fax 441 239 6916, email shpres@fairmont.com

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