Cayman Islands: Child Month Games Night

The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is inviting families for an evening of board games at the Book Nook in Galleria Plaza, West Bay Road and at the Aston Rutty Civic Centre in Cayman Brac.

The game night is an annual event on the Child Month calendar and will be held at both locations on Thursday 12 May, 2016 from 6.00pm to 8.00pm.

The Book Nook offers discount coupons as winning prizes. Dinner is provided by Papa John’s Pizza.

For more information contact the Department of Children and Family Services on 949-0290 and [email protected]

 

 

Cayman Islands: Teen Pregnancy Awareness Booth Aims to Educate Youth

The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in partnership with the Family Resource Centre (FRC) will host a Teen Pregnancy Awareness Booth at the Batabano Parade and Street Event on Saturday 7 May, 2016.

The booth which will be located in down town George Town is aimed at educating young people of the adverse consequences of teen pregnancy.

Representatives from both entities talk to teenagers on the “I am Worth the Wait” Campaign and Child Protection.

For more information contact the Department of Children and Family Services on 949-0290 and [email protected]

 

National Children’s Festival of the Arts Final Concerts

The final concerts for the 2016 National Children’s Festival of the Arts will take place from 4-6 May at the Family Life Centre, starting at 6.30 p.m.

This will be followed by the awards night on 7 May at the same location, also starting at 6.30 p.m. and will include highlight pieces from the festival. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children.

What’s Happening at UCCI? Striving for excellence whilst demonstrating community spirit. A chance to watch the transit of Mercury Cayman Compass The Cayman Islands Astronomical Society and the University College of the Cayman Islands are joining forces to offer a glimpse of a rare astronomical event. On the morning of Monday, May 9, for a few hours the planet Mercury will slowly cross the sun’s disk, appearing to observers as a tiny black dot in the event known as the transit of Mercury. Astronomical Society and UCCI invite schools and the general public to the Dr. Wm. Hrudey Observatory located on the UCCI campus. Read more… Marketing students show community & school spirit    This semester as part of their community outreach (PR and publicity-focused), the marketing students under Ms. Belinda Blessitt-Vincent donated two boxes of grocery items to the Leo Club. The goods will be delivered to two local churches who will distribute the items to those in need.   “Kudos to my marketing students for their altruistic spirit and their gift of generosity which can also be seen in the fruit basket and goodies I received at the end of the semester,” said Ms. Blessitt-Vincent. Brac campus director receives cultural grant Cayman Compass    Martin Keeley, author of ‘Marvelous Mangroves’, is among those who received grants from the Cayman National Cultural Foundation recently.   For the past 17 years, Mr. Keeley has traveled extensively, delivering his programme which has been translated and adapted by 13 countries. Read more… Observatory photo featured on SOLARACTIVITY’s picture of the day    Dr. Bill Hrudey, Director of UCCI Observatory, wowed a Facebook group with his solar image.   Read more… Follow us on social media for more updates. For a list of all UCCI events, please download the calendar here. STAY CONNECTED:

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Inspired Lifestyles with Donna – Summer Programmes

See us at the upcoming HR Conference at the Ritz Carlton, May 26th.

 

Cayman Maritime Week

Taking place: 2 – 4 May 2016, Cayman Islands

Summary: Hear from thought-leaders and industry experts, explore the latest maritime technologies, innovations and trends and participate in lively forums covering the most important topics affecting the industry today.

Website: http://caymanmaritimeweek.com/

Organiser: Cayman Maritime Week.

Telephone: +1-345-815-1665

Email: i[email protected]

 

DCFS Hosts Child Month Foster Parent Drive

Could you be a Foster Parent? Foster parents are ordinary people who do an extraordinary job! They open up their hearts and homes to a child in need.

The Department of Children and family services invites interested families to come out to a Foster Parent information evening on Thursday 5th May, 2016 at the Grand Old House 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Refreshments will be provided.

Interested persons are asked to RSVP by calling 949-0290 or emailing [email protected].

Calvary Chapel Church, Houseguard Security and the CI Skateboard Association.

On May 7-8, Houseguard Security is offering 9 spaces to students at CIFEC, CHHS, JGHS who are interested in learning more about training dogs as a career.  As you will review from the flyer, Mr. Joris Kerckhof who is a world class certified trainer will be traveling to Cayman to lead this seminar: http://tripwireops.org/joris-kerckhof/

Cayman Islands Skateboard Assoc to promote family interaction

On May 16, Discovery Day, Calvary Chapel and Mountain Dew are partnering with the CI Skateboard Association to promote family interaction.  It’s during these times that many children become involved in crime or anti-social behavior.

Cayman Islands Pirates take over Batabano for second year

The public is invited to register to be a part of the “Pirates Take Over” at Cayman Carnival Batabano.

Join the Bloody Bay Buccaneers and Las Tortugas Pirates as they invade the Batabano parade.

Be a part of the all-inclusive t-shirt mas band which aims to remind spectators that as Carnival in Cayman is winding down, the road to Pirates Week is just gearing up. Deadline to register is Friday 6th May, 2016. For more information on the complete package (see attached form and flyer), email [email protected] or call 949-5859.

Queen’s New Year Honours 2017

Members of the public have until Friday 6 May 2016 to recommend Royal Honours for persons who have made outstanding contributions to Caymanian society.

Her Excellency the Governor Helen Kilpatrick invites members of the public to put forward names for Her Majesty the Queen’s New Year Honours 2017.

Nominations must include a persuasive account of nominees’ outstanding, innovative, or self-sacrificing achievements, as well as a description of what makes them exceptional. Contributions may be paid or unpaid, in one field or several.

Final recommendations for OBEs and MBEs are considered in the United Kingdom. Recommendations for the Cayman Islands Certificate and Badge of Honour are considered locally.

Honours nomination forms can be found on the UK Government website at www.gov.uk/honours/overview

Completed nomination forms should be returned, under confidential cover, to the Governor’s Office, at the Government Administration Building on Elgin Avenue, or to the above email by no later than Friday 6 May 2016. While all recommendations will be acknowledged, the Governor’s Office does not provide details of any actions that it may take on them.

For any further information please contact the Governor’s Office on 244-2434.

End of May Deadline for Seafarers’/Veterans’ Updates

Seafarers, Veterans and their spouses have until 31 May 2016 to provide their current information to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development.

The Ministry is in the process of updating its health insurance database and has already distributed the relevant forms.

Any seafarer, veteran or spouse who has yet to receive such a document may provide a postal address to the Ministry so that the form can be mailed to them. Once completed, forms may be dropped off or mailed to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, 3rd Floor Government Administration Building, Elgin Avenue, Grand Cayman, PO Box 131, KY1-9000.

This request was initially made in July 2015 and those Seafarers, Veterans and their spouse who have responded to the initial request need not do so again.

Individuals seeking assistance may contact the Ministry at email:

[email protected] or phone: 244-2224.

Failure to respond may result in the discontinuation of health insurance benefits.

Cayman Islands: Call for Hurricane Shelter Volunteers

The Department of Children and Family Services is inviting individuals to sign up as shelter volunteers for this year’s Hurricane Season.

The Shelter Operations 2016 Hurricane Training for Shelter Managers & District Representatives Volunteers for this year’s Hurricane Season will be held over two days on Wednesday 25 May and Thursday 26 May at the Prospect Primary School Hall from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Registration begins promptly at 5:30 p.m.

All volunteers MUST complete both days of training.

For more information contact Ernesto Carter at the Department of Children and Family Services on 949-0290 or

email [email protected] (GIS)

COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)

WED MAY 4

2016 National Children’s Festival of the Arts

Final concerts for the 2016 National Children’s Festival of the Arts will take place from Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at the Family Life Centre, starting at 6.30 p.m. The awards night is Saturday and will include highlight pieces from the festival at the Family Life Center at 630pm.

THU MAY 5

Child Month Foster Parents Recruitment Evening

As part of Child Month, you’re invited to a Foster Parents Recruitment Evening at Grand Old House on Thursday (5 May) at Grand Old House from 530 — 8pm.

Deadline For Queen’s New Year Honours 2017

Members of the public have until Friday 6 May 2015 to recommend persons who have made outstanding contributions to Caymanian society for Her Majesty the Queen’s New Year Honours 2017. Nomination forms can be found on the UK Government website at www.gov.uk/honours/overview. Completed forms should be returned, under confidential cover, to the Governor’s Office, at Government Administration Building on Elgin Avenue, or to email [email protected]. For any further information please contact the Governor’s Office on 244-2434.

Cayman Carnival Batabano Friday Night Fete

The Official Cayman Carnival Batabano Friday Night Fete is Friday (6 May) from 9:00p.m. on Harbour Drive. Get more info go to caymancarnival.com

 Child Month Foster Parents Recruitment Evening

As part of Child Month, you’re invited to a Foster Parents Recruitment Evening at Grand Old House on Thursday (5 May) at Grand Old House from 530 — 8pm.

Fundraising BBQ

The Webster Memorial United Church- Bodden Town is having a fundraising BBQ on Friday (6 May) at Coe Wood Beach at 2pm.

SAT MAY 7

Pirates Take Over

The public is invited to register to be a part of the “Pirates Take Over” at Cayman Carnival Batabano. Join the Bloody Bay Buccaneers and Las Tortugas Pirates as they invade the Batabano parade. Be a part of the all-inclusive t-shirt mas band which aims to remind spectators that as Carnival in Cayman is winding down, the road to Pirates Week is just gearing up. Deadline to register is Friday (6 May.) For more information, email [email protected] or call 949-5859.

Bake Sale Fundraiser

The Cayman Islands Girls Brigade National Council is having a bake sale fundraising event on Saturday (7 May) at A.L. Thompsons from 9am.

Child Month Teen Pregnancy Awareness Booth

As part of Child Month, make sure to visit the Teen Pregnancy Awareness Booth from 3pm at the Batabano Parade and Street Dance. There will also be a Teen Disco at the Youth Center in Cayman Brac from 7 — 10pm.

33rd Annual Cayman Carnival Batabano Adult Costume Street Parade

Grand Cayman comes alive with the 33rd Annual Cayman Carnival Batabano Adult Costume Street Parade on Saturday (7 May) from 1:00p.m along Seven Mile Public Beach to Harbour Street. The street party starts at 6 o’clock. There will be several road closures from 1pm:

West Bay Road from the Public Beach

North Church Street

Fort Street

Cardinal Avenue and

Harbour Drive

For more info go to caymancarnival.com.

St. Ignatius Spring Tea Party

The St. Ignatius Spring Tea Party is Saturday (7 May) from 2:30 — 5pm in the courtyard. The ticket includes afternoon tea, entertainment and a chance to win several door prizes

Harmony Tea Party

The St Georges Anglican Church Mothers’ Union presents “Harmony”, its annual Tea Party, on Saturday (7 May) from 3:30 — 6:30 pm in the Church Hall

Kirk Slam Dolphin Tournament

The Kirk Slam Dolphin Tournament is Saturday and Sunday (7 & 8 May). For more information log on to www.kirkslam.ky.

Yuh Cyaan Smile Ah Wah

The Savannah United Church Primary Youth Department and Young Voices in Praise presents a concert — ‘Yuh Cyaan Smile Ah Wah’ — on Saturday (7 May) at 630pm.

SUN MAY 8

Gather ’round the Word

The United Church presents the conference: ‘Gather ’round the Word’ at Elmslie Memorial Church Sunday — Tuesday (8 — 10 May) at 7pm nightly.

DEW Cycling Classics: 10 Mile Time Trial

The DEW Cycling Classics: 10 Mile Time Trial is Sunday (8 May) at 7am from Clifton Hunter. Log on to caymanactive.com to register.

Mother’s Day Bash

The Central Scranton Community will be hosting their annual Mother’s Day Bash on Sunday (8 May) at 1pm in Central Scranton park.

MON MAY 9

Child Month Talk Today

As part of Child Month, make sure to tune in to Radio Cayman for discussions on Talk Today from 1215 — 1pm on Monday (9 May)

TUE MAY 10

Basic Grammar & Writing Skills Part 2

The Chamber of Commerce presents Basic Grammar & Writing Skills Part 2 by Catherine Tyson on Tuesday (10 May) from 9:00 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. at their office in Governors Square. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky

May Events at Camana Bay

This is the month to celebrate Mom and we have a number of festivities, including a family portrait session, Mom & Me cooking classes, brunches and Mats & Mimosas – a free morning class that encourages moms and children to stay well together through a relaxing and invigorating yoga session. Runners and walkers, get your gear ready for the 9th Annual Discovery Day 5K on Monday, 16 April. Budding chefs can also get ready to celebrate Food Revolution Day on Saturday, 21 May with a special cooking class.

Mother’s Day Portraits

Saturday 30 April

10am-1pm

Gardenia Court

Mom & Me Cooking Class

Saturday 30 April

12-1pm

Bon Vivant

Tai Chi

Sunday 1 May

8:30am

The Crescent

Going Down Sticky Toffee Lane

with Chef George Fowler

Wednesday 4 May

6-8pm

Bon Vivant

Mats & Mimosas

Saturday 7 May

8-10am

The Crescent

Mom & Me Cooking Class

Saturday 7 May

12-1pm

Bon Vivant

Mother’s Day Barefoot BBQ Brunch

Sunday 8 May

11am-3pm

KARoo

Mother’s Day Plated Brunch

Sunday 8 May

11:30am-3pm

Lola

Mother’s Day Dim Sum Brunch

Sunday 8 May

11:30am-2:30pm

Mizu Asian Bistro + Bar

Mother’s Day Caribbean Sunday Funday

Sunday 8 May

12-4pm (brunch) and 5:30-9:30pm (dinner)

Ortanique

The Bookends Club

Wednesday 11 May

6:30-7:30pm

Books & Books

9th Annual Discovery Day 5K

Monday 16 May

6:30am

Nexus Way

Floetry

Wednesday 18 May

6:30-7:30pm

Books & Books

Food Revolution Day Kids’ Cooking Class

Saturday 21 May

12-1pm

Gardenia Court

Easy Entertaining Cooking Class

Tuesday 24 May

6-8pm

Bon Vivant

Cuisine of the Sun Dinner

Thursday 26 May

7pm

Ortanique

Vegan Essentials Cooking Class

Tuesday 31 May

6-8pm

Bon Vivant