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ALERT: Cayman Islands DOI Phishing Email
***Please be aware of the below email, which has been going out to various clients with the Department of Immigration. Please DO NOT open the link, as it is a form of Malware and will do harm to your computer and possibly the network. The email is originating from [email protected], which on the surface appears to be from Immigration, but is actually a fake address set up to catch unsuspecting persons. Additionally, if Immigration has implemented any new Laws, Regulations, and/or Policies they will be posted to the Immigration website. ***
From: Cayman Islands Immigration <[email protected]>
Date: April 11, 2017 at 10:49:23 EST
Subject: NEW RULES AND REGULATION
Good Morning,
The Immigration Cayman Island Implemented New Laws, Check attachment for more details, Click Review Information below.
<<<<<<<<<<<<POLICY REVIEW HERE>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Cayman Islands Department of Immigration
P.O. Box 1098
Grand Cayman KY1-1102
Cayman Islands
http://www.immigration.gov.ky
Disclaimer
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Britcay will now extend cover to all services at Health City Cayman Islands
BritCay has announced it will now extend cover to all services at the Health City Cayman Islands facility.
BritCay and HCCI said that after “productive talks”, from next Monday, 17 April, the insurance company will now allow policyholders to access all health care services covered under their plan with the hospital.
“The two parties met, along with the Health Insurance Commissioner, to work together to ensure that people continue to receive the best quality health care available. It is anticipated that more discussions will be held between BritCay and Health City to ensure there is a continuing collaborative relationship in the future,” said a joint statement.from Britcay and HCCI.
PSBP Pensioners’ Appreciation Event in Cayman Brac
The Public Service Pensions Board (PSPB) is continuing celebrations to mark its 25th anniversary this year with a Pensioners’ Appreciation event at the Aston Rutty Centre on Monday, 24 April 2017.
The 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. event is being organised by the fund’s Managing Director, Jewel Evans Lindsey and the Minister for District Administration, Tourism and Transport Hon. Moses Kirkconnell’s. It will feature a host of booths, local food stalls, entertainment, prizes and giveaways.
Mrs. Evans Lindsey said, “We are hosting a similar event in Grand Cayman for our pensioners on Wednesday, 12 April; and we are happy to partner with the Ministry of District Administration to thank our PSPB retirees by putting on another for Cayman Brac”.
“Pension is our business and this is one of the ways that we are able to demonstrate our commitment to our pensioners whose contributions to respective governments have been remarkable”.
PSPB’s staff will be on hand to provide information and members will also be able to get free health screening checks courtesy of the Health Services Authority and advice from CINICO.
To confirm attendance, or to enquire about transportation, please call 917-8851.
St Alban’s (Grand Cayman) & St Mary’s (Cayman Brac)
Holy Week and Easter with St. Alban’s Anglican Church
St George’s Anglican (Episcopal) Church Courts Road, Eastern Av, George Town GC
Palm Sunday and Holy Week Services
Saturday, April 8th, Palm Cross Making @ 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 9th, The Sunday of the Passion 7:00 a.m. Blessing of Palms, Eucharist
8:30a.m. The Liturgy of Palm Procession, Sung Eucharist.
April 10th – 12th Holy week Reflections 6p.m.
April 13th Maundy Thursday – Washing of Feet & Eucharist 6p.m.
April 14th Good Friday – The Passion Noon-3:00p.m.
April 15th Holy Saturday – Frank Sound Junction- East End. Bus leave church 4:30a.m. Morning Prayer and Breakfast. (East End **Beach opposite school).
Uhet Transportation CI$10.00 per person.
April 16th Easter Sunday 5:00 am The Service of Light, Holy Baptism, Eucharist
9:00a.m. Sung Eucharist followed by Easter Egg Hunt and Brunch.
John Gray Memorial Church
(Congregational, Disciples of Christ, Presbyterian)
Welcomes you to its
Easter Services
Sunday, April 9th
Palm Sunday Service – 10:00 AM
Monday, April 10th – Thursday, April 13th
Holy Week Services – 6:00 AM
Thursday, April 13th
Tenebrae Service – 6:30 PM
Friday, April 14th
Good Friday Service – 10:00 AM
Sunday, April 16th
Easter Sunday Service – 10:00 AM
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” ~John 3: 16
24 W Church St (North of Four-Way Stop), West Bay
Tel: 949-1378
DVDL Easter Hours at West Bay & Breakers
Motorists are encouraged to have their vehicle transactions updated by this Thursday, 13 April, as all offices of Department of Vehicle & Drivers’ Licensing (DVDL) will be closed for the upcoming long weekend – the Good Friday holiday on 14 April to Easter Monday, 17 April (inclusive of Saturday, 15 April).
Normal DVDL operations will resume at all three locations on Tuesday, 18 April. The hours at the Crewe Road are 8:30a.m. to 4:00p.m. ; and the Breakers and West Bay offices from10:00a.m. to 6:00p.m.
The DVDL apologises for any inconvenience this closure may cause.
Builders Board Registration – Phase 1 – Now Open
Contractors in the Cayman Islands, specifically general contractors, building- and civil-contractors, are reminded that their formal registration period is now open, through the end of April, as required by The Builders Board Law.
For more information, and to apply for a Builders Board licence, visit the Planning.ky website, or call 949 7900.
Residential contractors and trade contractors should not apply at this time, as their application period will take place in coming months.
Companies that are not registered by the end of September 2017 will be unable to have permits or request inspections.
New to NCVO Bargain Shop $10 Bag Sale
SAT 15 APRIL
Deadline for Gazettal of Cayman Islands Candidate Interests
Candidates in the upcoming general election are reminded that the deadline for publishing their declaration of interests in the Cayman Islands Gazette is 24 April 2017.
Currently only three issues of the extraordinary gazette remain open for publication prior to that date: Tuesday 18 April, Wednesday 19 April and Friday 21 April. The deadline for publication is noon on the day before publication. (This would be Thursday 13 April for publication on Tuesday 18.)
Content may be submitted by visiting the Gazette Office, in Government Information Services, on the 2nd floor of the Government Administration Building on Elgin Avenue, Grand Cayman. Persons with questions should call 244-1752, or email caymangazettes.gov.ky. There is a minimum cost of $600 plus $150 for every over page over four pages.
Elections officials note that failure by candidates to publish their interests in the Gazette by the deadline, is a disqualifying criteria in pursuant to section 62 (1) (g) of the Cayman Islands Constitution Order (2009).
DEH Easter Garbage Collection Notice
No Garbage Collection and Disposal on Good Friday
The Department of Environmental (DEH) is advising residents that there will be no scheduled garbage collections and all landfills will be closed to the public on Good Friday, 14 April 2017. Residents should make provisions to manage their waste until collected.
In Grand Cayman, regular solid waste operations including residential collections will resume on Saturday, 15 April 2017.
On Cayman Brac and Little Cayman regular solid waste operations will resume on Easter Monday, 17 April 2017.
For more information, contact DEH Grand Cayman office on 949-8793 or Cayman Brac office on 948-2321.
Cayman Islands Post Office Closures
Postal Service clients are advised of changes to its operations on Tuesday, 25 April, post offices on all three Islands will be closed all day, to facilitate staff development.
Cayman Islands Elections Office offering postal and mobile Balloting
The Elections Office reminds registered voters that the period during which they may request postal ballots or mobile voting is underway, and will continue until close of business on Friday, 12 May 2017.
Persons who will be away from the Cayman Islands on Election Day may request a postal ballot by filling out form B, available on www.elections.ky, at https://portal.elections.ky/files/downloads/forms/2016/FORMB.pdf. The completed form along with proof of travel plans may be emailed to [email protected].
Those who will be in the Cayman Islands but unable to physically attend the polls, may apply for mobile voting using Form C, also available from www.elections.ky at https://portal.elections.ky/files/downloads/forms/2016/FORMC.pdf. Elections Office polling staff will either visit successful applicants in person, or facilitate their vote before polling day at an early voting station.
The Inaugural Cayman Islands Cancer Society Luncheon
Starting April 19, 2017
Join us for the Inaugural Cancer Society Luncheon! The luncheon will be held on April 19th, 2017 and includes a three course meal with a glass of wine.
Dr. Troy Gatcliffe will be the Key Note Presenter – he is a phenomenal speaker and very entertaining! Tickets will be available at the CICS (see below for more information). All proceeds to benefit The Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Issuance of Cayman Islands Voter IDs Starts 1 April
In response to a number of queries, Elections officials state that they will start issuing Voter ID cards from 1 April 2017.
The revised voters’ list is scheduled to be out on 31 March incorporating all the verified changes and new registrations. This will be formalized in the final list of voters on 1 April. Following this, the new IDs will be issued.
Existing voters will have their verified details and photograph transferred on to their new cards which they will have to pick up at Elections Headquarters on Smith Road.
New registrants will need to have their photos taken by the Elections Office prior to the Electors ID cards being issued to them.
COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)
FRI APR 14
Cayman Turtle Center
Good Friday Service
Good Friday Services
SAT APR 15
Chalkfest
Little Cayman District National Trust’s 25th annual Easter Auction
SUN APR 16
Easter Sunrise Service
The Church of God Full Gospel Hall in Savannah invites everyone to their Easter Sunrise Service at Spotts Public Beach at 6am followed by a Sunday School Program at 10am at the Church with an evening service at 7pm
Easter Sunday Services
West Bay South Committee’s Social Evening Cancelled
MON APR 17
Easter Family Fun Day
Gressy Annual Fishing Tournament
The Gressy Annual Fishing Tournament will take place on Easter Monday (17 Apr) at Barkers 9am — 1pm. No registration is necessary but you do need to bring your own Fishing supplies. Refreshments and Prizes will be provided.
TUE APR 18
Seafarers General Meeting
The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association is hosting a General Meeting on Tuesday (18 Apr) at 7:30 PM
WED APR 19
The Inaugural Cayman Islands Cancer Society Luncheon
Starting April 19, 2017
Join us for the Inaugural Cancer Society Luncheon! The luncheon will be held on April 19th, 2017 and includes a three course meal with a glass of wine.
Dr. Troy Gatcliffe will be the Key Note Presenter – he is a phenomenal speaker and very entertaining! Tickets will be available at the CICS (see below for more information). All proceeds to benefit The Cayman Islands Cancer Society
FRI APR 21 – SUN APR 23
NORCECA Continental Tour
SAT APR 22
Earth Day Clean Up
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Annual Earth Day Clean Up on Saturday (22 Apr) from 7 to 11am. To find out more or to volunteer, log on to caymanchamber.ky.
Annual CNB 800 Meter Sister Islands Sea Swim
SUN APR 23
Week of the Young Child Church Service
DG’s 5K Challenge in Cayman Brac
Dr J Hugh Cummings Memorial 5K Run/Walk
The Dr J Hugh Cummings Memorial 5K Run/Walk is Sunday (23 Apr) at 6am at the ICCI Campus. For more information, log on to caymanactive.com.
MON APR 24
Pajama Party and Moonlight & Movies
TUE APR 25
Post Offices Closed for Staff Development
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a course on Product to Market on Tuesday (25 Apr) from 9am to 11am at their offices in Governor’s Square. Log on to caymanchamber.ky for more information.
WED APR 26
One Health Symposium
THU APR 27
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a course on Employment: Health Insurance on Thursday (27 Apr) from 9am to 11am at their offices in Governor’s Square. Log on to caymanchamber.ky for more information.
FRI APR 28
Rug Destruction
As part of Week of the Young Child, you’re invited to its 20th Anniversary Celebration Breakfast at the Marriott on Saturday (29 Apr).
Dr. Bill Hrudey Science Fair
DG’s 5K Challenge for Grand Cayman
April Events at Camana Bay
This is the month to experience all things local with the return of Slow Food Day, a full-day event celebrating Cayman’s home-grown food scene with a free tasting market, kids’ cooking workshop and a ticketed Harvest Dinner with a Michelin-starred chef.
Over the long Easter weekend, artists will take it to the streets to create chalk art masterpieces at the 14th Annual Chalkfest Competition, which is also a family-fun day event for all ages.
Other highlights include exploring the world of wine with the return of Wine 101 classes at West Indies Wine Company, challenging your kitchen skills with an array of cooking classes or watching a special screening of Moonlight & Movies in your pajamas.
Here is a quick look at our special events:
Easter Camp
10-13 and 18-21 April
8am-3pm
Starfish Village
Chalkfest
Saturday 15 April
10am-1pm
Market Street
Regal Cinemas’ Kids Club: Free Willy (PG, 1993)
Saturday 15 April
10am
Regal Cinemas
Culture at the Cinema: Twelfth Night
Saturday 15 April
7pm
Regal Cinemas
Big Green Egg and Bourbon Cooking Class
Thursday 20 April
6-8pm
Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio
Pajama Party and Moonlight & Movies
Monday 24 April
6-8pm
Gardenia Court
A Taste of Italy Cooking Class
Wednesday 26 April
5-7pm
Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio
Dr. Bill Hrudey Science Fair
Saturday 29 April
8am-3pm (Fair) and 6-11pm (Awards Banquet)
The Arts & Recreation Centre
National Gallery of the Cayman Islands
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
Celebrating Maritime Culture and Heritage at the National Gallery
A Last Look
Thursday, 20 April 2017. Doors open at 5:00 PM. Discussion begins at 6:00 PM.
Join Upon the Seas Curator Natalie Urquhart and featured artists for a special walk-through and discussion. This programme is free to attend and refreshments will be served. For additional details or to RSVP please email [email protected] or call (345) 945 8111.
KIDS & FAMILIES
Free Family Guides
Ongoing – 20 January 2017 until 20 April 2017
Families can download a free copy of the Upon the Seas exhibition guide in advance of their visit from the National Gallery website at www.nationalgallery.org.ky. Guides include additional information about the artists, exhibition themes, discussion points and creative art activities. These can be completed at home or during your visit to the exhibition. Family guides are also available at reception upon arrival to the National Gallery.
Pre-schoolers & Parents
Ongoing – Every Friday, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Weekly classes provide structured arts and craft activities for pre-schoolers, their parents, and caregivers. Based on the NGCI exhibition, Upon the Seas participants enjoy interactive activities which include storytelling and a range of art making experiences to engage senses, develop cognitive, social, and sensory-motor skills. Projects can be messy to parents are encouraged to dress their children accordingly. The weekly drop in sessions take place in the NGCI Art Studio and are $5.00 per child and are designed for children ages 2yrs to 4yrs. For additional details or to RSVP please email[email protected] or call (345) 945 8111.
SCHOOLS & TEACHERS
Creative Worksheets ∙ Educational Resources for Students
Ongoing
20 January 2017 until 20 April 2017
The National Gallery’s Education Department has produced fun-filled educational activities in the form of worksheets for all ages to support the exhibition Upon the Seas. These educational resources can be downloaded for free from the NGCI website – www.nationalgallery.org.ky and will be made available during school tours and can be requested at reception throughout the duration of the exhibition.
Free School Tours for All Ages
Guided Tours and Activities by Appointment
20 January 2017 until 20 April 2017
Free guided tours of the temporary exhibition Upon the Seas – are available for students and youth groups of all ages at the National Gallery. Students will discuss the exhibition and get hands-on with interactive activity sheets. Topics covered include art, social studies, narratives, literacy and numeracy. For information or to book a tour contact NGCI at (345) 945 8111 or [email protected].
WORKSHOPS & FILM SCREENINGS
Beach-combing & Assemblage Art with Chris Mann
Saturday, 1 April 2017, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Led by artist Chris Mann this workshop invites participants to create an environmental assemblage art piece which tells a story. Bring your beach-combing collection (driftwood, plastics, shells, bottles, fishing nets, etc., to produce your very own work of art while learning about form, narratives, and assemblage art. The workshop is $80.00 (members receive a 10% discount). Participants are asked to bring a piece of driftwood to create the base of their work as well as additional collected items from the beach. Paints, glue, canvas boards, inks, and craft pens, will be available. Pre-registration is required. To book please email [email protected] or call (345) 945 8111.
A Plastic Ocean – Film Screening
Saturday, 1 April 2017, Screenings at 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM
Released in 2016, A Plastic Ocean is an adventure documentary shot on more than 20 locations over four years. Explorers Craig Leeson, the film’s director, and Tanya Streeter, British-Caymanian-American world champion free diver, and a team of international scientists reveal the causes and consequences of plastic pollution and share solutions. Admission is free and refreshments including popcorn will be served. Donations welcome. Seating is on a first come first-served basis. For more information email[email protected] or call (345) 945 8111.
NGCI STORE
The National Gallery Store works with NGCI curators and artists to find the very best products to support the temporary exhibition schedule. Throughout the exhibition, Upon the Seas, the NGCI Store will feature books, accessories, art supplies, and kids’ items that will inspire ingenuity and encourage one to make a BIG NOISE with a little creativity! NGCI members receive a 10% discount, plus additional sales on art supplies and merchandise will run throughout the exhibition.
GUIDED TOURS
National Gallery offers guided tours to enhance your experience and offer memorable moments. Led by NGCI curators or educators, tours provide additional insights and tell the stories behind the works of art and artists who created them. Custom tours and packages are also available – consider including a workshop, art class, or art documentary with your visit. We have ample parking and an Art Café offering healthy snacks and beverages. Additional catering options are also available. Tour pricing is dependent on group size and staff availability. For more information email [email protected] or call (345) 945 8111.
Contact Us
For more information regarding any of the events listed above and to RSVP please get in touch by emailing [email protected] or by calling (345) 945 8111.
***TEMPORARY ACCESS ROAD***
The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands (NGCI) has a temporary access road while work is being done to improve site access as well as develop the front sculpture gardens. The access road is located off of Lawrence Boulevard and passes through the F.J. Harquail Cultural Grounds (Harquail Theatre). For a map please visit https://www.nationalgallery.org.ky/temporary-road-access/. NGCI exhibitions and programming will continue as per usual. For more information on roadworks related to NGCI email i[email protected] or call (345) 945 8111.
About the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands
Established in 1996, the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands (NGCI) is the country’s leading visual arts museum and education centre, charged with promoting and encouraging the appreciation and practice of the visual arts in the Cayman Islands. This mission is achieved through exhibitions, education/outreach programmes, school tours, community festivals, and ongoing research projects. Holding up to six exhibitions annually at our central exhibition space, and satellite venues around Grand Cayman and the Sister Islands, the curatorial team strives to create a balance between exhibitions of quality Caymanian artwork with art from further afield. This is achieved by working with a broad cross-section of artists and ranging from site-specific work to more traditional gallery-based projects.
NGCI is at the forefront of visual arts education in the Cayman Islands hosting 25+ education and outreach programmes monthly, across all three islands. These programmes aim to capture every age group in our community from the youngest pre-schoolers to senior citizens, in addition to marginalized members of our community. They combine arts education with enriching creative experiences which foster creativity, help build self-esteem, and provide effective and invaluable explorations of culture, cultural heritage, national identity and community values.
NGCI Site & Facility
The new National Gallery building is a 9,000 sq. ft. facility situated on the western side of the Esterley Tibbetts Bypass, close to Camana Bay town centre and adjacent to the Harquail Theatre. The new development is home to two temporary exhibition areas, an art studio, library, auditorium, sculpture garden, Art Café and Gift Shop, and a permanent gallery for the Cayman Islands National Art Collection.
As part of the National Gallery’s long-term business plan, an auditorium and multi-purpose event space have been incorporated into the design providing flexible venue options for conferences.
