Cayman Islands: Appeal started to help Hewitts’ from bankruptcy

An appeal on the GoFundMe.com website seeks $150,000 to defray court costs of nearly $140,000, incurred in a 2013 challenge to candidate Tara Rivers’ election to Legislative Assembly.

Supporters of Gordon Hewitt and former West Bay political candidate Velma Powery-Hewitt launched the appeal last week.

Chief Justice Anthony Smellie ordered Gordon Hewitt to pay court costs for Rivers who is now Minister For Education, Employment And Gender Affairs.

 

Cayman Islands Seafarers elect new president and board

The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association has elected Captain Owen Farrington, 81, as president, together with a new council board on Tuesday (16) at its annual general meeting held at the Seafarers Hall in Prospect.

He replaces outgoing president Ivan Farrington. Other elections were John Douglas (Vice President), Andrew Eden (Secretary), Ludivene Dilbert (Treasurer). Members: Rosemary Anderson, Louis Ebanks, Cecile Merren, Ola Powery and Capt. Charles Ebanks.

7th annual St. Ignatius Scramble

Date: 3/18/2016 Time: 1:00 PM To 6:00 PM

North Sound Golf Club Phone: 949-6797

Register Event : 7th annual St. Ignatius Scramble. Room for 96 players in teams of 4. Directions: North Sound Golf Club.

Cayman Islands: One way traffic flow at ORIA

The Cayman Islands Airports Authority (CIAA) would like to advise motorists that the lane leading to the Owen Roberts International Airport (ORIA) will soon be one way only. This latest change is part of the new parking revenue system upgrade at the airport. The one way traffic flow will be phased in over the next week. Changes will also be made to the entrance and exit for short term parking and the public is being asked to pay close attention to signage that will be in place.

The Airports Authority would like to apologize for any inconvenience caused and would like to ask for the public’s patience as the CIAA works towards implementing this much needed upgrade in our continuing efforts to improve customer service at the Airport. The one way traffic flow system will be in place by Monday 29 February

 

Grand Court Jurors Report Date Changed

UPDATED: Fri, Feb 19, 2016 at 3:21 PM

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 Monday, 22nd February, 2016 has been changed.  You are now to report for jury duty on Monday, 29th February, 2016, at 9:45am.

Please call the Jury Information line at 945-5072 for the most up to date information.

 

Men’s Breakfast

The Grand Cayman chapter of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International is having its monthly breakfast on Saturday February 27th at 7:30am, at Lola’s ( formerly The Upper Crust) restaurant in Camana Bay. Our Speaker will be Mr. Kevin McCormac.

Come out to hear the how God is making a difference in the life of men like you, right here in Cayman.

NGCI Hosts Afterhours Exhibition Viewing

The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands will be open to the public on Saturday 27 February, 2016 for a late night viewing of the exhibition EN MAS’: Carnival and Performance Art of the Caribbean.

This late night viewing is in conjunction with the Cayman National Cultural Foundation’s Cayfest event, “Red Sky at Night.

The NGCI will open from 4:30 pm to 10:00pm. For more information, email [email protected] or call (345) 945-8111.

HMS MERSEY TO VISIT THIS WEEK

HMS Mersey will visit George Town, Grand Cayman from 24th-28th February 2016, as part of continued efforts to support UK Overseas Territories in the Caribbean.

The ship’s previously scheduled call in early February was delayed due to bad weather.

See previous iNews Cayman story published Feb 10 2016 “Mersey comes to Cayman Islands” at: http://www.ieyenews.com/wordpress/mersey-comes-to-cayman-islands/

Express Processing Available for Business Licensing Applications

Business owners are reminded that they can obtain express processing for their trade and business licensing applications.

To receive licences within five business days, persons can pay $400 for grants and $100 for renewals, in addition to other required application fees. Along with complete applications, all fees are to be submitted to the Business Licensing Counter, located on the first floor in the Government Administration Building, between 9am and 4pm, Mondays to Fridays.

For more information on trade and business licensing, please call the Department of Commerce and Investment on 945-0943 or email [email protected]

Cayman Islands Public Holidays in 2016 Confirmed

The full list of public holidays in 2016 is now released, with the Queen’s Birthday holiday confirmed for Monday, 13 June 2016.

The complete list is appended below.

Art through Cancer- Cancer through Art

Thu April 7 – May 12

Click above to enlarge

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

TUE & WED FEB 23 & 24

DLP Brac Office Opening for Two Days

The Department of Labour and Pensions (DLP) office will open on Cayman Brac on Tuesday, 23rd February and Wednesday, 24th February, to assist with inquiries from employees and employers.

Representative from the DLP will be meeting with employees and employers, answering queries in regards to the Labour and Pensions Laws as well as any queries relating to Occupational Safety and Health.

They will also be on hand to assist with inquiries about the recently announced minimum wage which will come into effect on March 1st 2016.

The DLP office at 256 Creek Road will be open from 9am to 4pm and appointments can be made by calling 244-4008 or by emailing [email protected]. Walk-in inquiries are also welcomed.

WED FEB 24

Conservation Council Meeting 24 February 2016

The National Conservation Council will hold a general meeting on Wednesday February 24th, 2016, from 2pm to 5pm in the ground floor meeting room (1038) of the Government Administration Building (Grand Cayman). This meeting is open to observers from the public. The Agenda of the meeting will be available at the DoE website (www.DoE.ky

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support meeting

The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support meeting will be held at 6:00pm on Wednesday (24 Feb) at the Hibiscus Room in George Town Hospital. For more information call 924-4170

Cayman Arts Festival Musical Performance

Celebrate the sounds of African and Caribbean music as the Cayman Arts Festival showcases the musical talents of Woz Kaly, member of the Mokhtar Samba Band, and local artist Beneil Miller. Gallery doors open at 5:00 PM at the National Gallery.

National Conservation Council Meeting

The National Conservation Council will hold a general meeting on Wednesday (24 Feb) from 2pm to 5pm in the ground floor meeting room of the Government Administration Building. This meeting is open to observers from the public. The Agenda of the meeting will be available at the DoE website (www.DoE.ky).

Situational Leadership

The Chamber presents Situational Leadership by Xenia Goddard on Wednesday, (24 Feb) from 9:00 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky

THU FEB 25

SME Workshop: Enhancing the Value of Micro and Small Businesses

The Chamber Presents a SME Workshop: Enhancing the Value of Micro and Small Businesses by James Andrews of Integra Realty Resources on Thursday (25 Feb) from 5:30 p.m. — 7:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky

Immigration: Permanent Residence, Work Permits & Status

The Chamber presents Immigration: Permanent Residence, Work Permits & Status by Nick Joseph on Thursday (25 Feb) from 9:00 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky

Cardinal Avenue Street Fair

The Cardinal Avenue Street Fair is Thursday (25 Feb) from 9am until 4pm.

Department of Agriculture Cayman Brac Office Closure

The Department of Agriculture Cayman Brac Office will be closed on Friday (26 Feb) in preparation of the Annual Agricultural Show on Saturday (27 Feb).

FRI DEC 26

Department of Agriculture Cayman Brac Office Closure

The Department of Agriculture Cayman Brac Office will be closed on Friday (26 Feb) in preparation of the Annual Agricultural Show on Saturday (27 Feb).

SAT FEB 27

FGBMFI Breakfast

The Grand Cayman chapter of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International is having its monthly breakfast on Saturday February 27th at 7:30am, at Lola’s ( formerly The Upper Crust) restaurant in Camana Bay. Our Speaker will be Mr. Kevin McCormac.

Come out to hear the how God is making a difference in the life of men like you, right here in Cayman.

Cayman Brac Agriculture Show

The Cayman Brac Agriculture Show is Saturday (27 Feb) from 8am — 5pm at the agriculture grounds off songbird drive.

Orchid Show and Sale

The Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, in partnership with the Cayman Islands Orchid Society is hosting our annual Orchid Show and Sale on February 27th and 28th.

Princess Tea Party

The Girls Brigade National Council’s annual fundraising event, Princess Tea Party, is Saturday (27 Feb) at #1237 Frank Sound Road in North Side at 3:30pm. Tickets are available from any girls brigade officer.

EN MAS’: Carnival and Performance Art of the Caribbean

The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands will be open to the public on Saturday (27 Feb) for a late night viewing of the exhibition EN MAS’: Carnival and Performance Art of the Caribbean. This late night viewing is in conjunction with the Cayman National Cultural Foundation’s Cayfest event, “Red Sky at Night.

MON FEB 29

Cayman Islands Airports Authority Road Work

The Cayman Islands Airports Authority advises motorists that the lane leading to the Owen Roberts International Airport will soon be one way only. This latest change is part of the new parking revenue system upgrade at the airport. The one way traffic flow will be phased in over the next week. Changes will also be made to the entrance and exit for short term parking and the public is being asked to pay close attention to signage that will be in place.

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:

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

Cayman Islands National Gallery Weekly News

Curator’s Spotlight

Position & Powerby Marlon Griffith

Inspired by Japanese aestheticism and the looming police ‘watch towers’ that have become integral to Trinidad carnival, POSITIONS+POWER highlights the uneasiness of ever increasing police surveillance. This work skilfully brings urban performance art on to the walls of the institution.

Learn more here.

The Art of Love

“Cayman’s hottest new wedding venue is the National Gallery.The contemporary cultural institution has a lot to offer: stunning architecture, cultural cachet, gorgeous sculpture gardens and galleries highlighting work by Cayman’s most recognizable artists.”

Read more about it here!

Cayman Brac Classes

Did you know that the National Gallery offers six art classes in Cayman Brac! For more information about art classes and happenings on our Sister Islands get in touch with the NGCI Education Department.

Send us an email.

Hamlet on the Big Screen

Especially for Valentine’s Day, Culture at the Cinema presents the Bolshoi Ballet’s performance of The Taming of the Shrewon Saturday 13th February. Doors open at 7:00 PM, show starts at 8:00 PM.

Shakespeare and bubbles at the cinema.

Bringing Learning to Life

NGCI’s Minds Inspired Active Learning Series bring students outside of the classroom and into an environment where fun creative learning thrives. Students explore links to literacy, numeracy, science and social studies.Tours run throughout the year and can be booked through the NGCI Education Department.

Bring a Date!

The National Gallery is a great spot to bring a date. Peaceful gardens, inspiring exhibitions, fantastic shopping and more! You can even get in touch with our team to book private curator led tours. Happy Valentine’s!

Book a private tour.

@NatGalCayman | www.nationalgallery.org.ky | (345) 945 8111 | [email protected]

Community Calendar

(non-NGCI events)

The National Gallery seeks to promote visual arts in and of the Cayman Islands. Through this e-bulletin you can learn about other arts-related happenings in our community.

What’s Happening

VAS (Visual Art Society)

Life Drawing Tonight with Model Drop-in Workshops

Watler House Studio- Pedro’s Castle

Tuesday 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM / Saturday 10:00 AM – noon

Email [email protected]

Cayman Arts Festival

Tickets on sale now for Troubadours & Steel

Email [email protected]

Social Clubs, Groups & Associations

VAS (Visual Art Society)

Drop-in OPEN STUDIOS

Monday morning Paintings: 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM

First Sunday of each month Ceramics: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Watler House Studio, Pedro’s Castle

Email [email protected]

Cayman Islands Astronomical Society

Meets three days after the new moon at Pedro’s Castle

7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Contact Chris Cooke on (345) 925 7657

Email [email protected]

Grand Cayman Toastmasters Club (Public Speaking)

Meets every Thursday at George Town Public Library,

3rd Floor, 68 Edward Street

6:00 PM – 7:15 PM

Email [email protected] or [email protected].

Cayman Islands Photography Club

Meets on 1st Thursday of the month at Breezes Restaurant (3rd floor)

5:00 PM

Contact Mike Whiteman on (345) 925 2161

Opportunities

Camana Bay Artisian Market

Every Wednesday, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

VAS tents located by Karoo along the Paseo

Display artwork for sale

Contact [email protected].

Open Canvas VAS (Visual Art Society)

Every Wednesday 7 pm to Midnight

At Karoo Restaurant Terrace at Camana Bay

Easels provided – no fee required

Participating artist receive 2 tickets for house wine or beer compliments of Karoo

For more info contact [email protected] or [email protected].

Various events at the Visual Arts Society

Visual Arts Society of the Cayman Islands

Contact Mary McCallum

[email protected] or [email protected].

(345) 546-9422

Website www.visualartcayman.com or www.facebook.com/visualartcayman.

The Grand Cayman Beach Suites

Opportunity for artists to display their artwork in the

Royal Crown Ballroom free of charge.

For more information contact Marco Mauthner

at [email protected].

Cayman Islands Craft Market (waterfront)

Come out and support our local artists.

Items on sale include prints and original pieces.

Please contact Cira Bush on (345) 929 4777.

‘Big Ole Looky Ya’ cultural festival

National Museum of the Cayman Islands

National Museum, George Town

[email protected]

(345) 949 8368

Website: www.museum.ky.