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Cayman Islands: Remembrance Sunday 2016
Remembering Our Military Heroes
On Sunday, 13th November 2016 the Cayman Islands will join nations around the world in celebrating Remembrance Sunday at the Cenotaph outside Elmslie Memorial Church, George Town, Grand Cayman. The public is invited to attend the annual tribute to our veterans starting at 10:45 a.m. Individuals or religious organisations who wish to lay wreaths at the Cenotaph or the Seaman’s Memorial, should contact Chief Protocol Meloney Syms, tel. 244-3612 or email protocol@gov.ky, by 09 November. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will take place inside Elmslie Memorial Church.
Updated: Zika Town Hall Meetings for North Side/East End and Cayman Brac
The final in a series of town hall meetings in Grand Cayman about the Zika virus will take place on Tuesday night (8 November 2016). It will be a combined North Side and East End meeting, held at North Side Civic Centre from 5.30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
A Zika town hall meeting has also been scheduled for Cayman Brac on 15 November 2016 from 3 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. at the Aston Rutty Centre.
The meeting is being held by Public Health to inform residents about Zika, and to address concerns, especially for pregnant women. The panel includes Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez, Ministry of Health Chief Officer Jennifer Ahearn, obstetrician Dr. Gilberta Alexander, internal medicine specialist Dr. Iheonunekwu Nelson, surveillance officer Timothy McLaughlin-Munro and nurse midwife Beverley Samuels, as well as Director of the Mosquito Research and Control Unit, Dr. Bill Petrie.
All, especially pregnant women and concerned members of the public, are invited to attend.
US: Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday At 2a
From All Access Music Group November 4, 2016 at 4:41 AM (PT)
We [US] all gain an hour of sleep this weekend — and the overnight guy (if he’s not named OTTO MATION) gets an extra hour of pay — as DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ends at 2a on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6th.
The History Of Daylight Saving
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN is credited with the concept of DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME. The basic idea is to make the best use of daylight hours by shifting the clock forward in the SPRING and backward in the FALL, writes NASA’s website. DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME has been in use throughout much of the U.S., CANADA and EUROPE since WORLD WAR I. In 1966, President LYNDON JOHNSON signed an act into law whereby DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME begins on the last SUNDAY of APRIL and ends on the last SUNDAY of OCTOBER each year. However, any State can opt out of DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME by passing a State law.
HAWAII does not observe DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME and neither does ARIZONA (although the NAVAJO NATION, in northeastern ARIZONA, does). For many years, most of INDIANA did not observe DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME with the exception of 10 counties. Beginning in 2006, all of INDIANA now observes DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME.
In 2005, President BUSH signed into law a new energy policy bill that would extend DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME by four weeks beginning in 2007, so DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME now begins at 2a on the second SUNDAY of MARCH and DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ends at 2a on the first SUNDAY of NOVEMBER.
Cayman Islands: Police Operations Undertaken To Prevent Gang-Related Activity; Five Arrests Made
Yesterday, Wednesday, 2 November 2016, police implemented targeted operations staffed by a multi-discipline task force, including its firearm tactical response team, which resulted in several warranted searches. These efforts were undertaken to tackle the recent rise in gang-related activities, in particular in certain communities within the district of West Bay, and across other districts.
These operations have, so far, led to the arrest of five persons for various offences.
During the course of one police operation just before 11:30PM in Prospect, George Town, armed officers were confronted by a belligerent man, who appeared to be in possession of a handgun. During the confrontation the suspect released a large ferocious bulldog at the officers. In order to ensure their safety and arrest the suspect, the threat was neutralised by one of the armed officers who discharged a single shot that fatally wounded the animal. The suspect who resisted arrest was taken into police custody without further incident after an imitation firearm was removed from his possession.
Three further arrests were made during the operation as follows:
A juvenile male, age 17 of George Town, on suspicion of possession of an imitation firearm with intent, resisting arrest, and possession of ganja (now in police custody);
A woman, age 22 of George Town, on suspicion of assaulting police with respect to this incident, and on suspicion of assault and possession of an unlicensed firearm in connection with an incident on 30 October (details below). She is now on Court bail;
A man, age 24 of George Town, on suspicion of possession of ganja and consumption.
Earlier in the day a man, age 25 of George Town, was arrested on suspicion of Assault ABH and breach of Court bail. The assault relates to an incident that occurred on Sunday, 30 October near Public Beach during which a male was punched and beaten and threatened with a firearm. (The 22-year-old woman is also suspected of involvement in this incident.) This is incident is also considered to be gang-related. This man is now on Court bail;
Additionally, around 6PM last night, a man, age 24, was arrested by a West Bay on suspicion of the Assault ABH, which occurred on 1 November in the vicinity of 38 Birch Tree Hill Road during which a man was severely beaten. The man is currently in police custody.
“DCP Kurt Walton, who has strategic lead for this crime initiative, and I are very proud of the can-do attitude of our officers and the extraordinary courage, judgment and professionalism with which they have conducted themselves during these ongoing operation,” said Anthony Ennis, Acting Commissioner of Police. “The discharge of a firearm in any circumstances requires professionalism and judgement under stressful conditions. The way officers handled this incident is a demonstration of both.
“I continue to urge the public that if they see anything unusual to report it to the police. They can do so in confidence by contacting any member of the RCIPS that they are confident in speaking with, or Crimestoppers. We cannot and should not let a band of criminals compromise the safety and tranquillity of our islands.”
Cancellation: Cayman Islands Older Persons Month Tea Party at the Pines
The Department of Children and Family Services regrets to announce the cancellation of the Older Persons Month Tea Party that was rescheduled to take place in the Pines Garden this Saturday, 5 November 2016.
The event, originally slated to take place on Saturday, 29 October 2016 was postponed due to the threat of inclement weather. One of many of Older Persons Month events, the tea party has had to be cancelled due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts of the organising committee.
Distinguished Caymanian Vernon Jackson laid to rest
Mr. Vernon Jackson OBE JP was laid to rest last Saturday, 29 October, 2016 at West Bay United Church.
Mr. Jackson, was one of the Cayman Islands most distinguished men who served his country and community well for many years right up until his death;
Mr. Jackson served first as a teacher in 1949, and spent 15 years in the teaching profession. He was later appointed headmaster. He continued his role in education when he was appointed Director of Education in 1964.
In 1969 he oversaw the change in currency from the British Pounds, Shillings and Pence to the Jamaican Dollar.
As a civil servant, in addition to Education, he served in Communications, Infrastructure, Human Resources, and Social Services,
He also held the positions of Administration Secretary (now Chief Officer) for Education and Social Services, Principal Secretary of Personnel, (now Portfolio of the Civil Service-PoCs), Principal Secretary of Communication and Works and Supervisor of Elections.
As a tribute to him the Cayman Islands government renamed a building in Bodden Town “The Vernon L. Jackson Library and Learning Centre”.
After his retirement he became a Marriage Officer.
Little girl celebrates birthday by giving to Hurricane Matthew fund
The daughter of Abigail and Sean Parchment, the budding philanthropist had heard about the fund on the radio and from her parents and wanted to help. As her birthday approached, her mother said, “we asked if she would like to donate the money” earmarked for her party. “It was a hard decision for Mandi, but she realised that she could do so much more to help if she donated all of her birthday money.”
Receiving the money was Pastor Shion O’Connor, President of the Conference, who thanked Mandi and her parents for the sacrificial gift.
The Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund received a major injection this past weekend when all offering collected in all Adventist churches (Saturday, 29 October) were diverted to the fund. Church members who have not yet given still have a chance to do so, as the drive continues over the course of November.
Persons interested in donating may also visit the Conference Office on 209 Walkers Road. In addition, funds may be deposited at the ADRA account at the Royal Bank of Canada or at any Adventist Church on any Saturday.
The Hurricane Matthew Fund will be shared among the three affected countries, Haiti, Cuba and the Bahamas. The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) offices in each territory will administer the funds.
The Cayman Conference is also shipping clothing and personal care and other items for babies, children and adults to Haiti, the most impact of the three target countries.
Cayman Islands events for World Diabetes Day 2016
To tie in with World Diabetes Day 2016, the Health Services Authority is holding two events at the Cayman Islands Hospital in George Town.
The first is free eye screening for glaucoma as well blood glucose and cholesterol-testing in the hospital atrium on 9 November from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This will be followed by an educational session on 10 November at 5.30 p.m. in the Hibiscus Conference Room with ophthalmologist Dr. Helena Cilliers, dietician Tamara Riley and pharmacist Winsome Jefferson. The session is open to the public, especially diabetics. The theme for 2016 is “Eyes on Diabetes”, and the importance of early screening for the condition.
Cayman Islands Liquor Licensing Board Chairman Resigns
Campbell Law has stepped down as the chairman of the Liquor Licensing Board, effective as of Monday, 10 October.
Mr Law was appointed board chairman in December 2015 and took office on 1 January on a four-year term. In his notice to the board, he said he resigned in order to focus on a new business venture, and that he did not want a subsequent perception of a conflict of interest to hamper the board’s work.
‘We respect Campbell’s decision and we are thankful for his contributions during his tenure,’ said Department of Commerce and Investment (DCI) Director Ryan Rajkumarsingh.
‘Campbell’s guidance was especially beneficial during the transitional period following the commencement of the Liquor Licensing Law amendments – which addressed, among other things, the removal of the previous moratorium in order for the board to grant new liquor licences.’
Vice Chairman Woody DaCosta will serve as the interim board leader until Cabinet announces a new permanent chairman.
‘This change will not affect the board’s daily operations. Liquor licensing applications will continue to be processed, and the board will carry on its work of supporting the responsible sale of alcohol in the community,’ Mr Rajkumarsingh said.
Cayman Islands flu vaccines available
Vaccines for the seasonal flu will be available at the Cayman Islands Hospital, District Health Centres in Grand Cayman, Faith Hospital in Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman Clinic.
The locations and times are listed below: –
The General Practice Clinic at the Cayman Islands Hospital, and all District Health Centres, from 2:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday beginning October 19th, 2016.
Faith Hospital in Cayman Brac, Wednesday October 26th 2016.
The Little Cayman Clinic: Residents of Little Cayman should contact the clinic to make arrangements.
To meet the demand in the initial period, the flu shot will also be available at the Cayman Islands Hospital Atrium (next to the Pharmacy) from Tuesday October 17 to November 11, 2016 from 10am – noon on weekdays only. Flu Shots will also be available at Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA), October 26 and 27 at the Arc Camana Bay.
The flu vaccine is FREE to all residents. No appointments are necessary; however, persons should indicate to the registration officer at the clinic that they need to have the flu shot.
Cayman Islands Pirates Week Fun Run/Walks Return
The Pirates Week Festival is once again hosting its series of fun runs; the Pirates Week 5K on the first week end of festivities and the “To Hell and Back 10k” on the final weekend of events.
Both run/walk events are geared for people of all fitness levels and carry a $25 registration fee, however person signing up for both event can save $10 on their total entry fee. Interested people can register online at www.caymanactive.com
The first 100 entrants of either event will also receive a free event t-shirt.
The Pirates Week 5k begins at 5:30pm on Friday 11th November; deadline to register for that event is Wednesday 8th November. The post race celebrations for this event will be held at the Bar Crudo gazebo on Harbour Drive. Proceeds from this event go to the 345 Athletic Club.
The “To Hell and Back 10k” begins at 7:00am on Sunday 20th November with a deadline of Wednesday 16th November. A complimentary post-race breakfast will be held at Calico Jack’s Restaurant on Seven Mile Public Beach.
For more information, log on to Cayman Active.com, Piratesweekfestival.com or contact the Pirates Week Office via email at info@piratesweekfestival.com or 949-5078
Be a part of Cayman Islands Pirates Week
By purchasing an official T-shirt companies and their employees can promote the Pirates Week festivities from 10th to 18th November. The t-shirts can be affixed with the company’s logo and short sizes custom ordered.
Week and support the national festival financially. Festival staff believe that allowing employees to wear the official shirt during the week of activities also promotes a exciting atmosphere during within the workplace adding to the overall experience of the Festival, creating a sense of community pride amongst private and public sector entities.
There are two T-shirt designs available with the choice of the organisation’s logo appearing on the reverse side. (see attached order form)
Orders and payment must be submitted to the Pirates Week Office by Friday 21st October, 2016. Shirts will be available for pick-up by Thursday 10th November.
Special Offer! Purchase 25+ shirts and receive a 10% discount on your entire order.
For more information call the Pirates Week Festival Office at 949-5078 or email info@piratesweekfestival.com
Find out other ways companies and individuals can be a part of Pirates Week 2016: Age of Romance here àt: http://www.piratesweekfestival.com/be-a-part-of-it
Pirates Week Schedule
GRAND CAYMAN
Thursday – Nov 10, 2016
Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet, Lions Aquatic Centre
3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Pirates Week Happy Hour, Margaritaville sponsored by Margaritaville
5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Pirates Week Kick-off Party, The Wharf sponsored by The Wharf
9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Friday – Nov 11, 2016
Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet, Lions Aquatic Centre
7:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Pirates Week 5K Run (Bayshore Mall), Harbour Drive sponsored by The Ministry of Sports
3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Food Festival, Royal Bank of Canada and Kirk Freeport parking lots, Shedden Road sponsored by Pepsi
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
Le Vele, North Church Street sponsored by Bacardi and Red Stripe
6:00 pm – Midnight
Miss Festival Queen Competition, Harbour Drive sponsored by The Ministry of Culture
7:15 pm – 8:25 pm
Fireworks, Harbour Drive sponsored by Lobster Pot and Department of Tourism
8:30 pm – 8:45 pm
Street Dance, Harbour Drive sponsored by Bacardi and Red Stripe
9.00 pm – 2.00 am
Saturday – Nov 12, 2016
Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet, Lions Aquatic Centre
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Pre-Landing Entertainment, Harbour Drive, sponsored Hurley’s Media
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Landing Pageant at Hog Sty Bay
followed by Float Parade on Harbour Drive sponsored Hurley’s Media
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Food Festival, Royal Bank of Canada and
Kirk Freeport parking lots, Shedden Road sponsored by Pepsi
1:00 pm – Midnight
Street Dance, Harbour Drive sponsored by Bacardi and Red Stripe
7:00 pm – Midnight
Teen Up, Teen Street Dance, Goring Avenue sponsored by Pepsi
7:00 pm – 1100 pm
Pirate Star “Homeland Edition”, Harbour Drive presented by Star 92.7FM
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Sunday – Nov 13, 2016
Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet, Lions Aquatic Centre
8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Children’s Fun Fair Day, Pedro St. James sponsored by CIBC/First Caribbean Int’l Bank
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Monday – Nov 14, 2016
“Soaked”, Pirates Week Wet Fete, Harbour Drive sponsored by Bacardi and Red Stripe
12:01 am -4:00 am
5K Sea Swim at Grand Cayman Beach Suites sponsored by KPMG
7:30 am
Bodden Town Heritage Day, Harry McCoy Park/Nurse Josie Senior Centre, Gun Square Ave sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism and Department of Tourism
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
CUC’s Pan In De City (Steel Pan Competition and Showcase), Pedro St. James sponsored by
Caribbean Utility Company (CUC)
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bodden Town Music and Food Festival, Pedro St. James sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism and Department of Tourism
Tuesday – Nov 15, 2016
George Town Heritage Day, Farmers Market, Huldah Avenue sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism and Department of Tourism
11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Pirates Week Full Moon Madness, Calico Jack’s, Seven Mile Beach sponsored by Bacardi and Red Stripe
9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Wednesday – Nov 16, 2016
East End Heritage Day, Heritage Field sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism and Department of Tourism
11:00 am – 2:00 am
Thursday – Nov 17, 2016
West Bay Heritage Day, West Bay Heritage Field sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism and Department of Tourism
11:00 am – 2:00 am
Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet, Lions Aquatic Center
3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday – Nov 18, 2016
North Side Heritage Day, Water Key Public Park (next to Kaibo Restaurant) sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism and Department of Tourism
11:00 am – 2:00 am (Fireworks at 8:00 pm)
Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet, Lions Aquatic Centre
7:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday – Nov 19, 2016
Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet, Lions Aquatic Centre
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Pirate Pooch Parade, Harbour Drive sponsored by Pet Paradise
9:00 am – 10:30 am
Caybrew Cardboard Boat Race, Hog Sty Bay sponsored by Kirk Freeport and Caybrew
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Food Festival, Royal Bank of Canada and
Kirk Freeport parking lots, Shedden Road sponsored by Pepsi
2:00 pm – Midnight
“Illumination” Night Parade, Harbour Drive
7:00 pm
Teen Up, Teen Street Dance, Goring Avenue sponsored by Pepsi
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Fireworks, Harbour Drive, sponsored by Lobster Pot and Department of Tourism
8.00pm
Street Dance Finale and Food Festival – Harbour Drive sponsored by Bacardi and Red Stripe
8:15 pm – Midnight
Sunday – Nov 20, 2016
“To Hell and Back” 10K Run/Walk, Seven Mile Beach sponsored by Calico Jack’s and Aquafina
7:00 am
Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet, Lions Aquatic Centre Pirates Week Full
8:00 am
The official public holidays for 2017 are:
Monday, 2 January – New Year’s Day (observed)
Monday, 23 January – National Heroes Day
Wednesday, 1 March – Ash Wednesday
Friday, 14 April – Good Friday
Monday, 17 April – Easter Monday
Monday, 15 May – Discovery Day
Monday, 19 June – Queen’s Birthday
Monday, 3 July – Constitution Day
Monday, 13 November – Remembrance Day
Monday, 25 December – Christmas Day
Tuesday, 26 December – Boxing Day.
COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)
FRI NOV 4
Time Attack Registration Deadlne
Expires 4 Nov
The Registration deadline for the next Time Attack is on Friday, 4 November at 7 pm at Parkers. The next Time Attack is on Sunday, November 6th behind Progressive. Its free for first time racers.
Pirate’s Week: Little Cayman Kick-Off Dance
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the Little Cayman Kick-Off Dance at McCoy’s Lodge at 8pm with fireworks at 11pm on Friday (4 Nov)
SAT NOV 5
High School Class of 1986’s 30 Year Reunion
The Cayman Islands High School Class of 1986’s 30 Year Reunion is hosting a Dinner and 80s Dance Party on Saturday (5 Nov) at Margaritaville starting at 6pm
Pirate’s Week: Float Parade
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the Little Cayman Float Parade at Head O’Bay on Saturday (5 Nov) starting at 3pm.
Girls Brigade National Council bake sale
The Girls Brigade National Council Fundraising Committee is hosting a bake sale on Saturday (5 Nov) at A.L. Thompson’s at 9am.
SUN NOV 6
Girls Brigade 70th Anniversary: Church Service
As part of 70th anniversary celebrations, the Girls Brigade is hosting a special service at Elmslie Memorial Church on Sunday (6 Nov) at 4pm.
Pirate’s Week: Costume Competition
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the Little Cayman Costume Competition and Pirate’s Dance at the Hungry Iguana from 5 to midnight with Fireworks at 7pm on Sunday (6 Nov)
Harvest Festival
St. George’s Anglican Church invites you to their Harvest Festival on Sunday (6 Nov) at 8am.
Walk for Hope
Walk for Hope is Sunday (6 Nov) at 7am at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex.
Cayman Islands Triathlon
The Cayman Islands Triathlon is Sunday (6 Nov) at 645am starting at Seven Mile Public Beach.
MON NOV 7
Grand Court Jurors Notice
All grand court jurors in the current session must now report on Monday (7 Nov) at 945am.
TUE NOV 8
Zika Town Hall EE
The next Zika Town Hall meeting is on Tuesday (8 Nov) at the East End Civic Center at 530pm.
WED NOV 9
Civil Service Association AGM
The Civil Service Association will hold their annual general meeting on Wednesday (9 Nov) at 530pm at the Government Administration Building Cafeteria.
World Diabetes Day 2016
To tie in with World Diabetes Day 2016, the Health Services Authority is holding two events at the Cayman Islands Hospital in George Town. The first is free eye screening for glaucoma as well blood glucose and cholesterol-testing in the hospital atrium on Wednesday (9 Nov) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This will be followed by an educational session on Thursday (10 Nov) at 5.30 p.m. in the Hibiscus Conference Room. The session is open to the public, especially diabetics. The theme for 2016 is “Eyes on Diabetes”, and the importance of early screening for the condition.
THU NOV 10
Pirate’s Week: Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet at the Lions Aquatic Center from 330 — 8pm on Thursday (10 Nov). There will also be a Pirates Week Happy Hour at Margaritaville from 530 to 9pm and a Kick Off Party at the Wharf from 9pm to 2am.
FRI NOV 11
Pirate’s Week: Food Festival
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the continuation of the Mike Lockwood Memorial International Swim Meet at the Lions Aquatic Center from 7am to 2pm on Friday (11 Nov). The Pirates Week 5K Run at Bayshore Mall is at 3:30pm. The Food Festival will be in the parking lots of Royal Bank of Canada and Kirk Freeport along Shedden Road from 6pm to 2am. The Miss Festival Queen Competition will be on Harbor Drive at 715pm followed by fireworks at 830 and a street dance at 9pm.
SAT NOV 12
Girls’ Brigade National Council Celebration
The Cayman Islands Girls’ Brigade National Council will be celebrating its 70th year Anniversary in Cayman with an event on Saturday (12 Nov) at Grand Old House starting at 6pm. Call 916-8617 for ticket information.
2016 Arlin Tatum Tribute Concert and Country Jamboree
The Veterans and Seaman’s Society of Cayman Brac and Little Cayman present the 2016 Arlin Tatum Tribute Concert and Country Jamboree on Saturday (12 Nov) at 630pm.
MON NOV 14
Pirate’s Week: Bodden Town Heritage Day
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the 5K Sea Swim at Grand Cayman Beach Suites at 730am on Monday (14 Nov). Bodden Town Heritage Day at Harry McCoy Park is at 11am and CUC’s Pan In De City Steel Pan Competition will be at Pedro St. James from 6 to 8pm.
TUE NOV 15
Pirate’s Week: George Town Heritage Day
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the George Town Heritage Day at the Farmer’s Market on Huldah Avenue from 11am until 8pm.
2016 Know Your Money Fraud Prevention Seminar
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority in collaboration with the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service’s Financial Crimes Unit and the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce will host the 2016 Know Your Money Fraud Prevention Seminar on Tuesday and Wednesday (15 & 16 Nov). This year’s seminar will be held at the Chamber of Commerce conference room, Governor’s Square.
WED NOV 16
Pirate’s Week: East End Heritage Day
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the East End Heritage Day at Heritage Field from 11am until 2am on Wednesday (16 Nov)
Run in the Dark Cayman Islands
Run in the Dark Cayman Islands 5 and 10K walk/run is Wednesday (16 Nov) at 8pm at Margaritaville.
Bookends Club
The Bookends Club meets Wednesday (16 Nov) at 630pm at Books and Books.
THU NOV 17
Pirate’s Week: West Bay Heritage Day
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the West Bay Heritage Day at Heritage Field from 11am until 2am on Thursday (17 Nov)
FRI NOV 18
Pirate’s Week: North Side Heritage Day
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the North Side Heritage Day at Water Key Public Park from 11am until 2am on Friday (18 Nov)
SAT NOV 19
Pirate’s Week: Illumination Night Parade
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the Pirate Pooch Parade on Harbor Drive at 9am on Saturday (19 Nov) followed by the Caybrew Cardboard Boat Race at Hog Sty Bay at 230pm, the food festival along Shedden road at 2pm, Illumination Night Parade at 7pm, the Teen Up Teen Street Dance at 7pm, fireworks at 8pm and Street Dance at 815pm.
SUN NOV 20
Pirate’s Week: Hell and Back 10K Run/ Walk
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to the Hell and Back 10K Run/ Walk on Seven Mile Beach at 7am on Sunday (20 Nov)
THU & FRI & SAT NOV 24 & 25 & 26
St. Ignatius Catholic School presents Annie Get Your Gun on Thursday (24 Nov) at 7pm, on Friday (24 Nov) at 7pm and on Saturday (26 Nov) at 2pm and 7pm.
SAT NOV 26
Meals on Wheels 5K Run/ Walk
Meals on Wheels is holding its first 5K Run/ Walk on November 26th and we are calling it a Turkey Trot.
Pirate’s Week: Cayman Brac Heritage Day
As part of Pirate’s Week, you’re invited to Heritage Day events at 8am on Saturday (26 Nov) followed by a float parade, happy hour and finale party at 4pm
JAN 12-15 (2017)
Cayman Islands Cookout festival
CAYMAN COOKOUT 2017
GEORGE TOWN, CAYMAN ISLANDS
SCHEDULE
Thursday, January 12, 2017
03:00pm EST
VENUE
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman
PO Box 32348 KY1-1209, Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
George Town
Cayman Islands
HOST
Wine Folly
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Join Chef Eric Ripert for a weekend celebrating food, wine and the natural beauty of the Caribbean at The Ritz-Carlton, a premier Grand Cayman Island resort. An incomparable roster of world famous chefs, wine experts and spirits blenders will offer tastings, demonstrations, tours and dinners that celebrate the barefoot elegance that only the Cayman Islands can deliver.
Follow the Cookout conversation on Twitter at @CaymanCookout or @Cayman_Islands and use #CaymanCookout.
For event-related questions, please call 345-815-6117. Kindly note, this phone number is strictly for informational purposes only – ticket purchase is available online only.
Know what events you want? Get direct tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cayman-cookout-2017-tickets-27393446536
SUN FEB 26 (2017)
Cayman Islands Lion’s – Cycle For Sight
Cayman Islands Cycling Association
Sunday 26th Feb 2017 6:00AM – 9:00AM
Event Description:
Lion’s Cycle For Sight – Change the way we see the world Start: East End Public Beach | Finish: Lions Community Center – 24 Miles
November Events at Camana Bay
Good afternoon,
This month you can look forward to beloved rituals and the start of our holiday events. If you look closely in the Town Centre, you can see light bulbs sprinkled throughout, but they won’t be turned on until Santa comes to flick the magical switch at our annual Tree Lighting ceremony.
There’s a lot more to come…keep your elf ears to the ground for our Holiday Events Press Release coming in a couple of weeks, which will include a full details on how everyone can have the most wonderful time at Camana Bay this holiday season.
Warm regards,
Alyson Hay
Here is a quick look at our special events:
Culture at the Cinema: War Horse
Saturday 12 November
7pm
Regal Cinemas
The Bookends Club
Wednesday 16 November
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books
Annual Tree Lighting
Saturday 19 November
4-8pm
The Crescent
Moonlight & Movies: Christmas Series
Tuesdays; 22 November through 20 December
7pm
Gardenia Court
Holiday Market
Wednesdays; 23 November through 21 December
12-7pm
The Paseo
Floetry
Wednesday 23 November
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books
Traditional Santa Photos
Thursdays; 24 November through 22 December
5-7pm
Gardenia Court
Santa Paws
Saturday 26 November
10am-12pm
Gardenia Court
VAS Craft Market
Saturday 26 November
10am-5pm
The Paseo
Caribbean Santa Photos
Saturdays; 26 November through 17 December
3-5pm
The Island
Santa Run
Sunday 27 November
6am
The Crescent