iNews Briefs & Community Events (From BIG FISH 95.5)
Gulfstream service centers get maintenance approvals from Brazil, Cayman Islands, India, Hong Kong and Qatar
From Aviation tribune
Gulfstream Aerospace today announced that several of its service centers recently earned approved maintenance organization (AMO) designations from civil aviation authorities worldwide, increasing maintenance and repair options for customers.
The authorizations were secured from several countries, including Qatar, which granted AMO status to Gulfstream’s maintenance facilities in Savannah and Luton, England. Any Gulfstream aircraft registered with Qatar’s Civil Aviation Authority can undergo maintenance, repairs, alterations and inspections at those two service centers.
The designation coincides with Gulfstream’s recent delivery of a G650ER, the first of up to 30 aircraft, to Qatar Airways’ business jet division, Qatar Executive.
“Qatar Executive has shown tremendous confidence in our aircraft and our maintenance capabilities,” said Derek Zimmerman, president, Gulfstream Product Support. “We are committed to providing the best service and support in the industry, and these additional AMO designations help us continue to do that.”
Gulfstream also recently secured the following:
– The Savannah service center received approval from the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department (HKAR) to perform maintenance on HKAR-registered G650ER and G650 aircraft, and was authorized by Brazil’s Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) to work on ANAC-registered G650ER, G650, G280 and G150 jets.
– Gulfstream’s service operation in Teterboro, New Jersey, and its Las Vegas service center earned approval from the Cayman Islands’ Civil Aviation Authority (CAACI) to work on all CAACI-registered Gulfstream aircraft.
– Gulfstream’s service center in Dallas was authorized by India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to perform maintenance on all DGCA-registered Gulfstream aircraft.
Graphics of the Americas FEB 18-20
Cayman Islands Grand Court Jurors Report Date Changed
The Grand Court jury report date has been changed.
All Grand Court Jurors who are in the 13 January – 5 April 2016 session, please be advised that the report date of Tuesday, 26 January 2016 has been changed. You are now to report for jury duty on Wednesday, 27 January 2016 at 9:45 a.m.
Please call the Jury Information line at 945-5072 for the most up to date information.
Inside Europe’s New Patent Market
These are critical times for US companies operating in Europe and their IP advisers. In just a few months the European patent market will undergo a fundamental change with the launch of the EU unitary patent and the Unified Patent Court (UPC).
There are now only four weeks to go until Inside Europe’s New Patent Market, taking place in San Francisco on February 18. This unique event from IAM will focus on the new regime and the impact it will have on all US entities which do business in Europe and hold patents there.
Programme
The programme for Inside Europe’s New Patent Market is especially designed for US entities and their advisers. The expert speaking faculty will provide delegates with:
Analysis of the challenges ahead
Key strategic insights and inside information on all that is happening
Tips on staying ahead of the game and planning for the imminent regime change.
Inside Europe’s New Patent Market boasts a world-class speaking faculty, with senior representatives from the likes of the European Patent Office, Google, Microsoft, IBM, Nokia and Ericsson, as well as a number of leading European-based private practice lawyers, attorneys and intermediaries, slated to take part.
No other conference taking place in the United States on the EU patent and the UPC offers the opportunity to access this level of expertise.
Register now
Registration costs just $895 and you can secure your place now by filling out the online registration form at: https://secure.globebusinesspublishing.com/EuropeanPatentMarket/?utm_source=IPD+Event+Email&utm_content=EPM2016+Email+-+2016-01-20&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=IAM+Events
Cayman Islands Grand Court Jurors Report Date Changed
The Grand Court jury report date has been changed.
All Grand Court Jurors who are in the 13 January – 5 April 2016 session, please be advised that the report date of Tuesday, 26 January 2016 has been changed. You are now to report for jury duty on Wednesday, 27 January 2016 at 9:45 a.m.
Please call the Jury Information line at 945-5072 for the most up to date information.
Cayman Islands: Special Night for Special Needs
The Department of Counselling Services and the Family Resource Centre are holding a dinner dance for families with children of special needs. They are partnering with the Special Needs Foundation and will also highlight other free services available in the community.
They are inviting parents of children with special needs, their children and teacher/specialist staff for an evening of relaxation for the adults and fun for the children.
The adult portion of the event will be held at the Lighthouse School and the children portion will be at the adjoining Mary Miller Hall on Friday 29th January beginning at 7.00pm.
Tickets are necessary, but it is a free event. To collect your free tickets and for more information contact the Family Resource Centre on 949-0006 or email [email protected]
Cayman Islands Meals on Wheels Annual Coin Collection Drive
Please note that the Meals on wheels Coin Collection drive will be held this year a little later on May 27th and 28th. volunteers will be outside all supermarkets on the island as well as Kirks Home Centre and AL Thompsons hardware. for those companies that see heavy traffic i.e. banks, collection boxes will be available for that week.
For more information please don’t hesitate to call
Pat Bazell-Taylor
916-6249
British Airways Nassau / Grand Cayman Aircraft Changes from July 2016
By JL From Airline Route
British Airways starting 01JUL16 is increasing capacity on London Heathrow – Nassau – Grand Cayman route, as the airline plans to operate 3-class Boeing 777-200ER aircraft, instead of 767-300ER.
The airline operates this route 4 times a week.
BA253 LHR1030 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 57
BA253 LHR1035 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 1
BA253 LHR1045 – 1505NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 3
BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2225 – 1200+1LHR 777 57
BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2230 – 1205+1LHR 777 13
For more: http://airlineroute.net/2015/11/23/ba-nasgcm-jul16/
Cayman Islands Meals on Wheels Orange you Glad annual Gala
19th March
“Orange you Glad” will be held this year on the 19th March, 2016 at the Marriott. This Gala includes a sumptuous dinner, a Live and Silent auction, live music. We will be sending out full details in the next few days.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
MON FEB 1
NWDA at East End Library
The National Workforce Development Agency will be at the East End Library Branch on Monday (1 Feb) from 10am until 1pm.
TUE FEB 2
Providing Optimum Customer Service
The Chamber of Commerce presents a workshop: Providing Optimum Customer Service by Catherine Tyson on Tuesday (2 Feb) from 9:00a.m. — 4:30p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. www.caymanchamber.ky
Basics in Batik
You’re invited to Basics in Batik at the National Gallery on Tuesday in February from 530 — 830pm. For more information, email [email protected]\
WED FEB 3
NWDA at North Side Library
The National Workforce Development Agency will be at the North Side Library Branch on Wednesday (3 Feb) from 10am until 1pm
THU FEB 4
Play, Read and Learn
You’re invited to Play, Read and Learn at the George Town Library every Wednesday starting on February 4th thru June 29th at 1030am.
Cardinal Avenue Street Fair
The Cardinal Avenue Street Fair is Thursday (4 Feb) from 9am until 4pm.
Superior Business Writing
The Chamber of Commerce presents a workshop: Superior Business Writing by Catherine Tyson on Thursday (4 Feb) from 9:00a.m. — 4:30p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. www.caymanchamber.ky
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Association Pub Quiz
The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Association Pub Quiz is on Thursday (4 Feb) at Fidel Murphy’s starting at 7pm. Call 924-4170 to reserve your table.
FRI FEB 5
Cayman Drama Society Presents Love Letters
Cayman Drama Society presents the Pulitzer Prize finalist, Love Letters, by A. R. Gurney for four shows only – February 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th – at the Prospect Playhouse. For more information call 938 1998
Old School Fete
The Walfare Fundraising Sub Committee presents an Old School Fete on Friday (5 Feb) at 7pm at the Lions Center.
SAT FEB 6
Painting at the National Gallery
You’re invited to a painting course at the National Gallery on Saturdays in February from 230 — 430pm. For more information, email [email protected].
SUN FEB 7
Road Closure
The Water Authority Cayman is closing a portion of the Esterley Tibbetts Highway between the Butterfield Roundabout and Lawrence Boulevard from 6:00am to 6:00pm on Sunday (7 Feb.) These works will facilitate the replacement of the current sewer force main with a new pipeline.
January Events at Camana Bay
Let’s not forget, this is the month to get back on the healthy track and we have two exciting fitness challenges happening at Camana Bay.
Here is a quick look at our special events:
Cuisine of the Sun Dinner
Thursday 28 January
7pm
Ortanique
Culture at the Cinema: Behind Beautiful Forevers
Saturday 30 January
7pm
Regal Cinemas
February Events at Camana Bay
All you need is love at Camana Bay in February. Celebrate your love of sports with Legends tennis exhibitions, get inspiration in the areas you’re passionate about with motivational presentations, treat your loved one to a special dinner or watch movies together on a giant outdoor screen under the stars. Kids can also feel the love with a chocolate-themed cooking class or boogie the night away at a special disco.
Here is a quick look at our special events:
Dinner Party Dining Class
Wednesday 3 February
6-8pm
Bon Vivant
Julia Immonen Presentation
Thursday 4 February
11am
Regal Cinemas
Jonathan MacDonald Presentation
Thursday 4 February
1pm
Regal Cinemas
A Conversation with Meghan Markle
Friday 5 February
1pm
Regal Cinemas
Sports Talk with Mansour Bahrami and Andrew Krasny
Friday 5 February
3:30pm
The Arts & Recreation Centre
Legends at Camana Bay
Friday 5 and Saturday 6 February
6pm
The Festival Green
Tai Chi
Sunday 7 February
8:30am
The Crescent
Mid-Term STEM Camp
8, 9, 10 and 12 February
8am-3pm
Starfish Village
Let’s Get Saucy Cooking Class
Tuesday 9 February
6-8pm
Bon Vivant
The Bookends Club
Wednesday 10 February
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books
Valentine’s Day Moonlight & Movies
Thursday 11 through Saturday 13 February
7pm
Gardenia Court
Valentine’s Kids’ Disco
Friday 12 February
6-8pm
Starfish Village
Me & My Love Duo Cooking Class
Saturday 13 February
12-1pm
Bon Vivant
Culture at the Cinema: Taming of the Shrew
Saturday 13 February
7pm
Regal Cinemas
Cooking at Home with Gina Connolly
Wednesday 17 February
6-8pm
Bon Vivant
Floetry
Wednesday 17 February
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books
A Walk in Her Shoes
Thursday 18 February
5:30pm
Market Street
The Red Violin Screening
Friday 19 February
6-7pm (meet and greet) and 7:30pm (movie screening)
Cassia Court and Regal Cinemas
Push Across Cayman
Sunday 21 February
6am (start) and 12pm (finish)
Market Street
Cuisine of the Sun Dinner
Thursday 25 February
7pm
Ortanique
Pulse Concert
Friday 26 February
8pm
The Festival Green
Chopped: The Teen Edition
Saturday 27 February
2-3:15pm
Bon Vivant
