iNews Briefs & Community Events
Cayman Islands National Heroes Day Celebration 2019
National Heroes Day 2019 celebration will take place in Heroes Square, George Town, on Monday, 28 January 2019.
Everyone is invited to attend the national event, which this year will shine a light on the Vestrymen and Justices of the Peace who were instrumental in the creation of the Cayman Island’s Coat of Arms.
The event will be hosted by Premier, Hon. Alden McLaughlin; Minister for Culture Hon. Dwayne Seymour, and Celebrate Cayman.
The public should be seated by 8.30 a.m. with the awards ceremony beginning at 9 a.m.
The ceremony will be followed by a Coat of Arms exhibit in George Town Library. There will also be local food and live entertainment at the family friendly event.
For more information, contact Protocol Office at 244-3612 or email [email protected].
Cayman Islands Men’s Fellowship Breakfast
The Grand Cayman chapter of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International is having its monthly breakfast on Saturday January 26th at 7:30am, at Aroma (formerly Lola’s) restaurant in Camana Bay. There will be open sharing.
Vampt Motors Toyota Dream Car Art Contest
How will your dream car make the world a better place? Join thousands of children sharing their dreams and discover just how powerful dreaming can be. Participants can win great prizes locally, get the opportunity to visit Japan, and in addition young dreamers are given tours at the Toyota factory and various experiences of Japanese culture.
Entry: January 7th through March 1st, 2019
Age range is 15 years and under.
For more information contact Katie O’Neill
345 814-5021
345 925-7487
[email protected]
You can also visit the general contest website at:
www.toyota-global.com/events/dream_car_art_contest/
Art Nest Creative Community Studio – “Nurturing Creativity”
Offers a wide variety of activities for all ages
www.artnestcayman.com
Email: [email protected]
VAS (Visual Arts Society)
Various events and activities
Contact Mary McCallum
(345) 546-9422
www.visualartcayman.com or www.facebook.com/visualartcayman
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Opportunities
Open Canvas VAS (Visual Art Society)
Every Wednesday 7:00pm – 11:00pm
At Karoo Restaurant Terrace at Camana Bay
Easels provided – no fee required
For more info contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Camana Bay Artisan Market
Display artwork for sale
Every Wednesday, 12:00pm – 7:00pm
The Paseo, Camana Bay
Contact [email protected]
Cayman Islands Craft Market
Come out and support our local artists
Items on sale include prints and original pieces
Monday to Friday 8:30pm – 3:00pm
Corner of Boilers Road and South Church Street, George Town
(345) 949-0049
Cayman Islands PAC Meetings in January 2019
PAC meetings for the public that take place this month, starting this week, at the LA. Meeting dates and times are given below:
· 30 January 2019 at 9:00 am ( Fighting corruption in the Cayman Islands – November 2018 report)
Cayman Drama Society presents “Educating Rita”
Frank is a tutor of English in his fifties whose disillusioned outlook on life drives him to drink and bury himself in his books. Enter Rita, a forthright 26-year-old hairdresser who is eager to learn. After weeks of cajoling, Rita slowly wins over the very hesitant Frank with her innate insight and refusal to accept no for an answer. Their relationship as teacher and student blossoms, ultimately giving Frank a new sense of self and Rita the knowledge she so craves. The play became a hit film with Michael Caine and Julie Walters.
We recommend this at a PG due to mild adult themes and alcohol references.
- Adult for CI$25.00
- Student for CI$15.00
| Start Date | 24 Jan, 2019 |
| End Date | 02 Feb, 2019 |
| Location | Prospect Playhouse |
| Start Time | 7:30 PM |
| End Time | 9:30 PM |
+1 (345) 938-1998
Cayman Islands Public Holidays for 2019 Listed
All public holidays for 2019, with the exception of the Queen’s Birthday holiday in June, are now confirmed.
· The Queen’s Birthday holiday is anticipated to be on Monday, 10 June but remains subject to confirmation.
· Christmas holidays are midweek next year.
Grand Cayman (GIS) – Public Holidays in the Cayman Islands for 2019, except the Queen’s Birthday holiday, are officially confirmed by the Deputy Governor’s Office.
The Governor’s Office informs the Trooping of the Colour, annual ceremony held to commemorate the Queen’s Official Birthday, is likely to be on Saturday, 8 June 2019. Consequently, the official Queen’s Birthday public holiday in the Cayman Islands is likely to be Monday, 10 June 2019. Official confirmation is expected in early 2019.
The 2019 public holidays are:
National Heroes Day: Monday, 28 January;
Ash Wednesday: Wednesday, 6 March;
Good Friday: Friday, 19 April;
Easter Monday: Monday, 22 April;
Discovery Day: Monday, 20 May;
Queen’s Birthday: Monday, 10 June (UNCONFIRMED);
Constitution Day: Monday, 1 July;
Remembrance Day: Monday, 11 November;
Christmas: Wednesday, 25 December; and
Boxing Day: Thursday, 26 December.
For the official Cayman Islands Government web portal, www.gov.ky:
Web title: 2019 Public Holidays Listed
Web blurb: The Deputy Governor’s Office has released the official list of 2019 public holidays, except the Queen’s Birthday holiday.
KAABOO Cayman Feb. 15-16, 2019
The KAABOO Cayman festival has announced plans to donate some of its proceeds to local nonprofit agencies on the island.
In a news release, festival organizers said $1 of every ticket sold would be set aside to support three local and one international charitable groups. Two-day passes for the festival are expected to start at more than $200 when the lineup of entertainers is announced at 7:30 a.m. on May 15. Officials said they hope to sell 11,000 tickets.
The festival is scheduled for Feb. 15-16, 2019.
KAABOO Cayman will be supporting the National Gallery,
Feed Our Future and the Cayman National Cultural Foundation, along with MusicCares, a Recording Academy program that has been a partner in the KAABOO Del Mar festival in California.
For more information about KAABOO Cayman, visit www.kaaboocayman.com
Social Clubs, Groups, Associations
Art Nest Creative Community Studio – “Nurturing Creativity”
Offers a wide variety of activities for all ages
www.artnestcayman.com
Email: [email protected]
VAS (Visual Arts Society)
Various events and activities
Contact Mary McCallum
(345) 546-9422
www.visualartcayman.com or www.facebook.com/visualartcayman
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Opportunities
Open Canvas VAS (Visual Art Society)
Every Wednesday 7:00pm – 11:00pm
At Karoo Restaurant Terrace at Camana Bay
Easels provided – no fee required
For more info contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Camana Bay Artisan Market
Display artwork for sale
Every Wednesday, 12:00pm – 7:00pm
The Paseo, Camana Bay
Contact [email protected]
Cayman Islands Craft Market
Come out and support our local artists
Items on sale include prints and original pieces
Monday to Friday 8:30pm – 3:00pm
Corner of Boilers Road and South Church Street, George Town
(345) 949-0049
COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)
WED JAN 23
Business of Art Series: Intellectual Property Laws2
The National Gallery presents Business of Art Series: Intellectual Property Laws with Sophie Davies from 1 to 230pm on January 23rd.
THU JAN 24
Christmas tree recycling program extended
The Department of Environmental Health (DEH) has extended its natural Christmas tree recycling program through Thursday, 24 January 2019. The DEH reminds residents to remove all wires and ornaments from Christmas trees before placing them in collection bins at the following locations:
• Ed Bush Stadium, West Bay
• George Town Cricket Field
• George Town Landfill public drop-off area
• Spots Dock, Savannah
• The entrance of Frank Sound Rd
Free mulch will now be made available to the public at the George Town Cricket Field on Saturday, 26 January 2019 at approximately 8 am.
THU & FRI JAN 24 & 25
Summary Court in Cayman Brac
Summary Court will be in Cayman Brac on Thursday & Friday (24 & 25 Jan).
SAT JAN 26
Octopus Tea Party
The Cayman Brac District Council of the National Trust presents Octopus Tea Party from 6 to 11pm at Trust House. The cost is $25. For more information, call 547.0892.
SUN JAN 27
Stride Against Cancer
Nationwide Stride Against Cancer is Sunday (27 Jan) starting at 6am at Seven Mile Public Beach.
MON JAN 28
National Planning Framework Public Consultation Period
The public has two weeks left to give their input on the National Planning Framework. The period to submit your feedback ends on Monday, 28 January 2019. The document can be found on www.plancayman.ky, and feedback can be submitted through the website as well. The National Planning Framework sets out the long-term goals for land use and physical development, as part of the Development Plan for Grand Cayman. The document covers a number of areas of interest including land use, the natural environment, transportation, infrastructure, recreation and open spaces.
TUE JAN 29
School Closure
Public schools will be closed in the Sister Islands on Tuesday (29 Jan) for a professional development day.
THU JAN 31
Community Thatch Plaiting Class
The Community Thatch Plaiting Class is Thursday (31 Jan) from 7 to 9pm at Heritage House for $5. Contact [email protected] for more information.
FRI FEB 1
Heart Month Wear Red Day
February is Heart Month and you’re encouraged to Wear Red on Friday (1 Feb) to help raise awareness about cardiovascular disease.
SUN FEB 3
Cross Island Relay
The Cross Island Relay is Sunday (3 Feb) starting at 6am at Gun Bay in East End. Register online at caymanactive.com.
SUN FEB 3 – SUN FEB 10
82nd Annual Convention of the Church of God Full Gospel Hall in George Town
A warm Christian welcome is extended to all to attend the 82nd Annual Convention of the Church of God Full Gospel Hall in George Town February Sunday – Sunday (3 – 10 Feb) with Prayer meetings at 630am, Preaching and Praise service at 1030 and Evangelistic Service at 715pm daily. Sunday Services include Sunday School at 945, morning worship at 1045, Youth Service at 3pm and Evangelistic Service at 715pm.
WED FEB 6
National Gallery Induction Tour
The National Gallery is hosting is volunteer induction and curator tour on February 6th at 530pm. For more information, call 945.8111.
SAT FEB 9
Valentine’s Day 5K Fun Run/Walk
The Valentine’s Day 5K Fun Run/Walk is Saturday (9 Feb) at 6am at Smith Cove Barcadere. Register online at caymanactive.com
SAT FEB 23
Guiding the Way 5K & 10K Walk/Run
The Guiding the Way 5K & 10K Walk/Run is Saturday (23 Feb) at 630am at the Holiday Inn
