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June events at Camana Bay

camana-bay--grand-cayman-logo-primaryCamana Bay, Grand Cayman (June 2, 2014): From the eagerly-awaited return of the popular Moonlight & Movies Summer Series and a host of interactive cooking classes to a culinary tour featuring locally produced summer favourites and an exposition for everything you need for island life – there is always something happening at Camana Bay!

Special Events

Moonlight & Movies Summer Series

Every Tuesday throughout the summer, families can come together to enjoy a different movie under the stars. Enjoy dinner from one of Camana Bay’s signature

restaurants before the movie, set up a picnic on the grass, or just bring a blanket, relax and enjoy the show on the outdoor big screen!

Every Tuesday June through August 7pm, The Crescent

215-Main2*Please note that movie titles are subject to change.

Tuesday 3 June: Despicable Me 2 (2013 – PG)

Gru is recruited by the Anti-Villain League to help deal with a powerful new super criminal.

Tuesday 10 June: How to Train Your Dragon (2010 – PG)

A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.

Tuesday 17 June: Shark Tale (2004 – PG)

When a son of a gangster shark boss is accidently killed while on the hunt, his would-be prey and his vegetarian brother both decide to use the incident to their own advantage.

Tuesday 24 June: The Last Airbender (2010 – PG)

The story follows the adventures of Aang, a young successor to a long line of Avatars, who must put his childhood ways aside and stop the Fire Nation from enslaving the Water, Earth and Air nations.

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Join West Indies Wine Company for a great night of food and wine featuring Pablo Guiñazú of Catena Zapata Winery in beautiful Mendoza, Argentina. Each guest will receive a pairing plate from The Market Street Group (Mizu, Waterfront, Craft, Fidel’s, and Duke’s). Tastings will include Catena Chardonnay, Catena Alta Chardonnay, Catena Alta Cabernet, Catena Alta Malbec, Catena Zapata Nicasia Malbac and Nicolas Catena Zapata. Tickets ar e CI$35 available from West Indies Wine Company.

Tuesday 3 June 5:30-7pm, West Indies Wine Company

Summer Nights Al Fresco Style Cooking Class

Summer is in full swing! Bon Vivant is packing away the crock pots and are lighting things up. The class will feature Osetra Bay’s Chef Tobias as he guides guests through a handful of beautiful summer meals that keep things light and simple while showcasing the season’s freshest produce alongside some spectacular meats. The cost is CI$65 per person and space is limited. To register, call 345.623.2665 or email [email protected]

Tuesday 3 June 6-8pm, Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio

Monster Nutrition: Fitness Extravaganza 2014

Are you an avid fitness person? Been working hard in the gym all year and want to show what you’ve got? Enter or enjoy the show at Fitness Extravaganza

2014! Competitor classes include men and women in the following categories: Cross Fit, Ms. Bikini, Mr. Physique, Fitness, Figure and Body Building. First time entrants are welcome! General tickets are CI$25 and VIP tickets are CI$35. Please visit www.fitnessextravaganza2014.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

Saturday 7 June 10am-12pm Prejudging Show and 6-10pm Finals Competition, The Arts & Recreational Centre

Black Out Party

Guests are encouraged to don their best black outfit and ladies, it’s the perfect opportunity to wear that little black dress at Mizu’s first-ever Black Out Party. Entry is CI$15 at the door and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to HospiceCare and Cayman Animal Rescue Enthusiasts (C.A.R.E.). Guests will enjoy live music by DJ Lin and witness fire eaters in action! For added enjoyment, visit the cash bar and purchase tantalizing food plates at custom stations. Saturday 7 June 9pm-1am, Mizu Patio

KARoo’s Lunch Launch

Known for its signature cocktails and inspired small plates with a Caribbean twist, KARoo will now be offering lunch throughout the week starting at 11am. Celebrate their first day offering lunch and be one of the first people to sample their new lunch menu.

Monday 9 June 11am, KARoo

Melt in your Mouth Meats Cooking Class

What if you could cook virtually any meat to perfection? Effortlessly serve an amazing meal, better your BBQ or simply cook and eat better food every day? You can, but it requires a little change in mind set. Talented Chef Beryl of Seven at The Ritz-Carlton is letting us in on the secret…Sous Vide – a simple technique that ensures you add just enough heat to perfectly cook your food. Sous Vide takes the guesswork out of cooking and makes your meats perfect every time!

The cost is CI$65 per person and space is limited. To register, call 345.623.2665 or email [email protected]

Tuesday 10 June 6-8pm, Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio

The Bookends Club

Join The Bookends Club when they meet to review their latest pick, The Girl Who Fell From The Sky by Heidi W. Durrow. Come share your insights and impressions in an open discussion. The Bookends Club gathers at Books & Books on the second Wednesday of every month from 7-8:30pm and new members are always welcome.

Wednesday 11 June 7-8:30pm, Books & Books

Try-This-Tri

The Try-This-Tri is an annual family-friendly event and a great way to try a triathlon or introduce your children to the sport of swim, bike and run. If you have a swimsuit, a bike or a pair of running shoes, you can take part; it’s free for kids and Triathlon Association members. Hosted by Camana Bay and organized by the Cayman Islands Triathlon Association, the action takes place in and around Camana Bay and the Cayman International School (CIS) site.

Monday 16 June 6am, The Arts and Recreation Centre

Floetry

Join some of Cayman’s most talented poets and performers who share their work during an open mic night of poetry and readings. Share your own work, gain creative inspiration or simply enjoy the show. Free and open to the public, Floetry takes place every third Wednesday of every month from 7-8:30pm. Wednesday 18 June 7-8:30pm, Books & Books

Burger Beer Bash Cooking Class

Grilling is on the brain as summer rolls in. Make burger perfections with Bon Vivant’s Burger Beer Bash cooking class. Take out the trial and error out of your burger-making and enjoy a few beer samples to help make the whole process just that much easier. The cost is CI$65 per person and space is limited. To register, call 345.623.2665 or email [email protected]

Thursday 19 June 6-8pm, Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio

Drum Circle

Professional drummers Randy Cholette, Damion Thaxter and Eden Hurlston of the musical group I Am Percussion Ensemble bring th e Town Centre to life with a jam session featuring African, Cuban and Caymanian rhythms. All are invited to join the jam or just enjoy the show.

Saturday 21 June 5-7pm, Gardenia Court

Decadent Dairy Free Desserts

If you’re on a mission to make world-class vegan desserts – sign on for some “basic training” in the field from a graduate of Matthew Kenney Academy, a renowned centre for plant-based cuisine. Learn the tactics involved in baking without dairy, eggs, and refined sugar or odd ingredients. You’ll gain the confidence to serve delicious vegan desserts at any occasion as you learn about ingredients specific to vegan baking. Quality organic, seasonal ingredients will be emphasized, including organic and non-GMO whole grain flours, gluten free flour options, root starches, non-dairy milks, chocolate, cocoa, pure

extracts, leavening agents and much more. The cost is CI$65 per person and space is limited. To register, call 345.623.2665 or email [email protected]

Wednesday 25 June 6-8pm, Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio

Nosotros: Spanish Floetry

Spanish-speaking poets and performers—and those who simply enjoy la lengua de Cervantes—are invited to join Nosotros, a group whose mission is to build bridges and create connections through culture, for their monthly open mic night. Nosotros gathers at Books & Books on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 7-8:30pm and all are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Michel Powery at 345.917.0335.

Wednesday 25 June 7-8:30pm, Books & Books

Cayman 27’s Island Living Show

Whether you are looking to remodel your kitchen, find out about insurance, install surround sound or explore the latest models in security systems – you will find everything you need for island life at the Island Living Show.

Friday 27 5-8pm & Saturday 28 June 10-8pm, The Arts & Recreational Centre

Genuine Summer Bake Sale

Schools out for…Candy Land! Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink will be hosting a childhood inspired bake sale featuring family-friendly desserts such as oversized Oreos and push-pops. The Crescent will come alive with bright colours and lively music that will bring out the kid in everyone.

Saturday 28 June 1-3pm, The Crescent

Weekly Rituals

Mojito Madness

Mondays don’t have to be a drag with CI$5 Mojitos! Ortanique offers Mojito Madness all day 11:30am to 10:30pm as well as CI$5 Breadfruit Fish Tacos from

11:30am-7pm.

Mondays 11:30am-10:30pm, Ortanique

Happiest Hours

Experience the Happiest of Hours from 4-7pm, Monday through Saturday at Upper Crust. Enjoy a selection of fine wines, beers and small plates all at their

“Happiest Hours” pricing with CI$7.95 wines and CI$5 small plates.

Mondays through Saturdays 4-7pm, Upper Crust

Wine 101 Classes

Gain insight into the wonderful world of wine with the help of in house sommelier Josh Wludkya. From varietal and region to country and process, Josh covers a different topic every Monday and recommends new wines to sample.

Mondays 6-7pm, West Indies Wine Company

Indian Tuesdays

Guests can savour the flavours of the spice land as Chef Tony delights with a weekly-changing three course Indian dinner menu served family-style. The cost is

CI$35 per person. For reservations, call 345.640.6433 or email [email protected].

Tuesdays 5:30-10pm, Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink

Imagination Playground

A fun, interactive concept in play, Imagination Playground invites kids to build, dream and explore a new world every week while cooling off in the Town Centre’s dancing fountains. Made up of giant foam blocks in all shapes and sizes, little ones can recreate familiar objects, like animals, rocket ships and robots; build imaginary places, like houses, islands and cities; invent new games and dramatic scenarios; or simply make new friends. Free for all to enjoy, Imagination Playground is on The Crescent every Wednesday and Saturday from 10am-8pm.

Wednesdays and Saturdays 10am-8pm, The Crescent

Story Time

Books & Books invites infants, toddlers and their parents to join them at Regal Cinemas Camana Bay every Wednesday at 10:30am to read exciting new books

and sing along to beloved children’s songs.

Wednesdays 10:30am, Regal Cinemas Camana Bay

Farmers & Artisans Market

Discover an array of local purveyors offering products and experiences found only in Cayman at Camana Bay’s weekly market. Come early for the widest selection of fresh produce and farm goods then browse an eclectic selection of artisanal products and handicrafts. The festivities pick up throughout the evening as more artisans join and the Market is infused with entertainment, including art and cultural demonstrations and liv e music.

Wednesdays 12-7pm, The Paseo

Newly ‘WED’nesday

Treat someone special to Cayman’s ultimate date night. Enjoy a romantic 3-course dinner for two with a glass of bubbles or house wine each and a pair of Regal Cinemas movie tickets. The cost is just CI$80 per couple, plus gratuities.

Wednesdays 5:30-10pm, Ortanique

The Flavour Tour

Experience The Flavour Tour, a guided dining adventure featuring local ingredients presented in the signature styles of Abacus, Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink, Mizu and Ortanique. Start the evening with a champagne toast at West Indies Wine Company then enjoy four small plate courses complemented by featured cocktail pairings before returning to West Indies Wine Company for a taste of one of their 80 vintages. The cost is CI$65 per person, all-inclusive and tickets are available at West Indies Wine Company. Tours can be customised for private groups of 14-20 people starting at 6pm. For more information, call

345.640.9492.

Wednesdays 7-9pm, West Indies Wine Company

Open Canvas

Every Wednesday, Open Canvas provides a public venue for local artists to display their talents and work on their latest creations. Art enthusiasts can join the

gathering and watch paintings come to life one brushstroke at a time. Painters, contact [email protected] to reserve an easel and please bring your own

art supplies. For more information, call 345.946.6633.

Wednesdays 7pm, KARoo

Prime Rib Night

Enjoy a night free from cooking every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night with a Prime Rib feast featuring Whole Roasted Prime Rib, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Grilled Green Asparagus, Brandy Flamed Green Peppercorn Sauce and Sauce Béarnaise or substitute sides with Abacus Salad. You can choose your portions with Petite 10 ounce CI$26, Medium 12 ounce CI$31 and Grande 14 ounce CI$36.

Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 5:30-10pm, Abacus

Tea Time in Silhouette

Enjoy freshly made tea by Tea Time in Cayman when you browse through Silhouette’s underwear and sleepwear selections every Saturday.

Saturdays 10am-9pm, Silhouette

Story & Craft Time

Every Saturday at 10:30am, young readers and their parents can join the storytellers at Books & Books for exciting new tales and crafts that inspire imagination and creativity.

Saturdays 10:30am, Books & Books

Lifestyle Brunch

Join Abacus every Saturday 11am-3pm for a refreshing Lifestyle Brunch – the perfect way to start a wonderful weekend! Enjoy signature breakfast creations like eggs benedict, Belgium waffles and create-your-own omelettes. To make a reservation, call 345.623.8282.

Saturdays 11am-3pm, Abacus

Tai Chi with C.A.S.K.

Join Sensei Greg Reid from C.A.S.K. Karate for a series of free Tai Chi lessons on The Crescent. Leave feeling calm and rejuvenated after one hour of gentle exercise, mental focus and meditation – the perfect start to a leisurely Sunday morning! Tai Chi is a comprehensive series of gentle physical movements and breathing techniques with mental and spiritual intent. Calming and rejuvenating, it exercises and creates balance between the body, mind and spirit. Classes focus on body alignment, breathing, muscle stretching, internal energy (chi) control and self-defense. For more information, contact C.A.S.K. at 345.925.3367.

Sundays 8:30-9:30am, The Crescent

*No classes on Sunday 22 and 29 June

Genuine Brunch

Genuine Food & Drink’s diverse a la carte brunch menu features a variety of small plates perfect for sharing. The chefs use local, sustainable ingredients from the island’s farms to infuse Caribbean flavour into dishes that are fresh, simple and pure. Enjoy freshly-squeezed juices, homemade sodas, all- you-care-to-drink sparkling for CI$19, classic cocktails and more. For reservations, call 345.640.6433.

Sundays 11am-3pm, Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink

Barefoot BBQ

Join KARoo every Sunday for an all-you-can-eat BBQ buffet. Savour a tasty selection of fresh off the grill favourites with all the traditional BBQ fixings for CI$25 per person. Children 12 and under eat for only CI$12. Enjoy 20% off all drinks and “all-you-can-bubble” for CI$19. Coming by boat? Show your boat key and get one bottle of bubbles on the house! For more information, call 345.946.6633.

Sundays 11am-3pm, KARoo

Dim Sum Brunch

Enjoy an expanded selection of Dim Sum and more at Mizu’s Dim Sum Brunch every Sunday. Indulge in a selection of appetizers, soups and sushi with a selection of noodle, rice and main dishes. The bar includes bubbles, house wine, domestic bottles of beer and mixed well drinks. The cost is CI$49 per person all-inclusive and reservations are required at 345.640.0001.

Sundays 11:30am-3pm, Mizu

BYOB: Bring Your Own Brunch

Every Sunday, BYOB: Bring Your Own Brunch to West Indies Wine Company! Bring your own nibbles, sit back and relax on the covered patio on The Paseo and find the perfect pairing from a choice of 80 different wines, 12 select brews and six bubbles – all available by the glass! Enjoy Happy Hour prices all day long, including 20% off taste, half and full glasses, as well as daily beer specials.

Sundays 1-9pm, West Indies Wine Company

For more information on upcoming events taking place at Camana Bay, visit camanabay.com.

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