MAY EVENTS AT CAMANA BAY

Camana Bay, Grand Cayman (30 April 2014): From a photo session to capture that rare and wonderful mother’s love to perusing an eclectic art exhibit by several artists to creating your own chalk art on the streets of Camana Bay to a traditional fish fry on a private island – there’s always something happening at Camana Bay.

Special Events

Mother’s Day Portraits

What better way to show that special bond than with a family portrait from Picture This? Free photo sessions will be held in beautiful Gardenia Court on a first come, first served basis and there will be a selection of print packages starting at CI$20 available for purchase – just in time for Mother’s Day.

Saturday 3 May 10am-1pm, Gardenia Court

Budding Chef Kids’ Cooking Class: Pizza Perfection

Budding chefs ages 4-12 will enjoy making the perfect pizza, both sweet and savory so none of their taste buds can feel left out of this party. Cost is CI$30 and includes a one hour lesson, snack and recipes! To register, contact Bon Vivant at [email protected] or 345.623.2665

Saturday 3 May 12-1pm, Bon Vivant Kitchen Studi0

The “Night of Champions” Martial Arts Exhibition

Cayman Karate Academy is bringing in the world famous Team Paul Mitchell Karate this May to perform spectacular form and weapon demonstrations and will include a special showcase of Cayman Karate Academy’s children’s demo team for a wholesome family event. Tickets are CI$10 with proceeds going towards Cayman Karate Academy’s youth programme. Doors open at 5pm. For more information, contact Bob Daigle at 345.925.6946 or email [email protected].

Saturday 3 May 6-7pm, Arts & Recreational Centre

Cinco de Mayo 5K

Everyone is invited to travel South of the Border to Camana Bay where the traditional Cinco de Mayo 5K will be conducted by the Phoenix Athletic Club with the usual start time of 5:55pm. Cost is CI$15 per person, and registration will start at 5pm on the day. Participants will receive an event shirt and will have a chance to win theme-related performance awards and random prizes.

Monday 5 May 5:55pm, Nexus Way next to Cayman National Bank

Indian Infusions Cooking Class

Indulge in an evening full of flavour with talented Chef Tony as he unravels the secrets of Indian cooking, and soon enough you’ll be cooking authentic Indian quicker than you can say ‘chapati’.   The cost is CI$65 per person and space is limited. To register, call 345.623.2665 or email [email protected]. For details on upcoming cooking classes, visit www.bonviavnt.ky

Wednesday 7 May 6-8pm, Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio

Cayman Islands Nurses Association 5K

The Cayman Islands Nurses Association will hold its annual 5K run/walk to raise funds in support of the educational betterment of the nursing profession in Cayman. The race will begin and end at Camana Bay. Pre-registration can be made online at caymanactive.com or on the day from 6am at the base of The Observation Tower. Cost is CI$15 for adults and CI$5 for children ages 14 and under, which includes a t-shirt, post-race snacks and trophies for the top three male and female finishers and random prize draws. For more information, email [email protected].

Saturday 10 May 6:30am, The Town Centr

Rotary Science Fair

The Rotary Central Science Fair is an annual event designed to foster students’ interest in science, scientific method of problem solving and build the sense of accomplishment and discovery that comes with preparing a science project. Young participants will wow judges and spectators with their science skills as they compete for a cash prize that will assist them with their future college studies. Runner up prizes will also be awarded. Judging will take place between 10am and 3pm at Camana Bay’s Arts & Recreation Centre, followed by an Awards Banquet at 6pm that parents are welcome to attend. For more information, visit www.rotarysciencefair.ky

Saturday 10 May 10am-3pm, The Arts & Recreation Centre

Ortanique Fish Fry

Snapper Escovitch, Steamed Fish, Jerk Chicken & Pork, Festival and Local Breadfruit… it’s a Traditional Fish Fry in true Ortanique style! Join Chef Jonhoi on The Island in Camana Bay and take away or stay a while, with specials on Red Stripe and a cash bar available. DJ Glenroy will take it through the night with his reggae beats – it’s a Caribbean party that can’t be missed! Tickets are available for purchase at Ortanique for CI$15 per plate in advance or CI$20 per plate at the door.

Saturday 10 May 12-10:30pm, The Island

Mexican Fiesta Cooking Class

Create classic Mexican dishes using an alluring blend of flavours and traditional methods that will have much more to offer than just heat! The cost is CI$65 per person and space is limited. To register, call 345.623.2665 or email [email protected]. For details on upcoming cooking classes, visit www.bonviavnt.ky

Tuesday 13 May 6-8pm, Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio

The Bookends Club

Join The Bookends Club when they meet to review their latest pick, Oscar and Lucinda by Peter Carey. 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 14 May 7-8:30pm, Books & Books

11th Annual Chalkfest Competition

Budding artists are invited to leave their easels at home and use the streets of Camana Bay as their canvas at the 11th Annual Chalkfest Competition. The Town Centre will turn into a larger-than-life art exhibit as participants vie to become chalk champion, creating works of street-art along Market Street. The competition is open to artists of all ages and abilities with a registration fee of CI$5 for kids and CI$10 for adults – proceeds will benefit The National Gallery Outreach Programme. There will be prizes awarded for the best work. Entry categories are: Primary (5-10 years old), Middle School (11-13 years old), High School (14-17 years old) and Adults (18+). Chalk will be provided free of charge and participants are encouraged to bring rags, sponges and buckets to help with blending and covering large areas. Free water and sunscreen will be available for all participants.

Saturday 17 May 10am-1pm, The Town Centre

Drum Circle

Professional drummers Randy Cholette, Damion Thaxter and Eden Hurlston of the musical group I Am Percussion   Ensemble bring the 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 17 May 5-7pm, Gardenia Court

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 21 April 7-8:30pm, Books & Books

C4 Art Exhibition

Company 4 (C4) comprises of four artists: David Bridgeman, Aston Ebanks, Kaitlyn Elphinstone and Chris Mann – who all have a commitment to producing and exhibiting artwork in Grand Cayman. C4 will join forces and showcase their art collections from Friday 23 May through Sunday 1 June as well as hold three special events within that period.

Friday 23 May through Sunday 1 June 3-9pm, Market Street between Audi and Eclipze

Official Opening | Friday 23 May 3-9pm

Guests can enjoy a Gun Bay cocktail reception with a cash bar and live music while browsing through C4’s eclectic art collection.

Pop Up Critique Night | Friday 30 May 6-9pm

Thoughts are encouraged to be spoken during the art exhibition while guests enjoy a cash bar and live music.

Coffee House Closing | Sunday 1 June 9:30am-3pm

Sip on a cup of coffee during a panel discussion at 10am and enjoy a classical guitar performance at 1pm.

Rotary Round Up 2014

The popular Rotary Round Up is back again! The Festival Green will transform into the Wild Wild West featuring massive outdoor tents decorated with hay bales, dude ranch style decorations and of course…the infamous mechanical bull. The evening will start off at 5pm with cocktails and a silent auction, followed by the live auction and then onto dancing, live music and bull riding with a special competition. The funds raised are vital for the sustainability of the projects and programmes that the Rotary Club of Grand Cayman supports and ensures their continued success. Tickets are CI$200 per person or you can purchase the Posse Package of CI$2,000 for a corporate table of 10 and for the Gun Slinger Package of CI$3,000 you will receive a corporate table of 10, one entry into the bull riding contest and a corporate sponsorship marketing package. Please email [email protected] to purchase one of these options.

Saturday 24 May 5pm-12am, Festival Green

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 28 May 7-8:30pm, Books & Books

Weekly Rituals

Mojito Madness

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

Indian Tuesdays’ awaited return will be on Tuesday 13 May. 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. For more information, call 345.640.9492. Wednesdays 6-8pm and 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

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

Genuine Brunch

Michael’s 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

Mother’s Day Genuine Brunch

Moët for Mom

Bring your mom to Genuine Brunch and she will be treated to a 200ml bottle of Moet champagne on Mother’s Day. Call 345.640.6433 to make a reservation.

Sunday 11 May 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

Mother’s Day Barefoot BBQ

Mother’s Day BBQ Brunch

Treat your mom to a BBQ Brunch at KARoo for CI$25 per person and CI$19 all you can drink bubbles. Mother’s Day BBQ menu includes: parmesan crusted tri tip sirloin, jerk chicken, Dijon marinated leg of lamb, local wahoo steaks, jerk marinated pork chops, chick pea and potato curry, red snapper ceviche, smoked sausage, hamburgers and hot dogs, corn on the cob, grilled tomatoes and zucchini, Cayman rice and beans and a special Mother’s Day dessert. Call 345.946.6633 to make a reservation.

Sunday 11 May 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

Caribbean Sunday Funday

Join Ortanique for an all-day Caribbean Sunday Funday! From 12-4pm indulge in a Caribbean style buffet brunch with a live action ceviche station and eggs made to order. The cost is CI$30 per guest or CI$45 with endless bubbles. Dinner guests can choose from a tempting selection of Caribbean inspired a la carte specials from 4:30-9:30pm. For reservations, call 345.640.7710.

Sundays 12-4pm Brunch and 4:30-9:30pm Dinner, Ortanique

Mother’s Day Caribbean Sunday Funday

Caribbean Sunday Mother’s Day Brunch

Treat Mom to an upscale Caribbean buffet brunch, with made to order ceviche station and à la carte favourites at Ortanique. Buffet Brunch is CI$30 per guest and CI$15 for kids under 12. All you can drink bubbles, Mimosas, Bloody Marys and Caesar’s for CI$15. Call 345.640.7710 to make a reservation.

Sunday 11 May 12-4pm, Ortanique

Caribbean Sunday Mother’s Day Dinner

Let Ortanique do the cooking on Sunday May 11th. Bring Mom to dinner and receive 20% off the meal (up to 4 guests per table). Call 345.640.7710 to make a reservation.

Sunday 11 May 5-9pm, Ortanique

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

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MOTHER’S DAY AT CAMANA BAY

Camana Bay, Grand Cayman (Wednesday 30 April 2014): Let Camana Bay help celebrate the person who loves you most in all the world – your Mother. Find gifts that she will treasure and enjoy special offers at a number of Town Centre shops. Make memories over bubbles and brunch at one of our signature restaurants. Capture that unbreakable bond with a complimentary family portrait session.

Special Event

Mother’s Day Portraits

What better way to show that rare and wonderful mother’s love than with a family portrait from Picture This? Free photo sessions will be held in beautiful Gardenia Court on a first come, first served basis and there will be a selection of print packages starting at CI$20 available for purchase   – just in time for Mother’s Day.

Saturday 3 May 10am-1pm, Gardenia Court

Dine

Mother’s Day Breakfast | The Waterfront Urban Diner

Complimentary glass of Prosecco or a Mimosa for mothers. Call 345.640.0002 to make a reservation.

Sunday 11 May 8am-12pm

Moët for Mom Brunch| Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink

Bring your mother to Genuine Brunch and she will be treated to a 200ml bottle of Moet champagne on Mother’s Day. Call 345.640.6433 to make a reservation.

Sunday 11 May 11am-3pm

BBQ Brunch | KARoo

Treat your mom to a BBQ Brunch at KARoo for CI$25 per person and CI$19 all you can drink bubbles. Mother’s Day BBQ menu includes: parmesan crusted tri tip sirloin, jerk chicken, Dijon marinated leg of lamb, local wahoo steaks, jerk marinated pork chops, chick pea and potato curry, red snapper ceviche, smoked sausage, hamburgers and hot dogs, corn on the cob, grilled tomatoes and zucchini, Cayman rice and beans and a special Mother’s Day dessert. Call

345.946.6633 to make a reservation.

Sunday 11 May 11am-3pm

Dim Sum Brunch | Mizu Asian Bistro + Bar

Enjoy appetizers, soups, sushi and all-you-can-drink Prosecco, beer, house wine and mixed drinks for only $49 (gratuities included). Call 345.640.0001 to make a reservation.

Sunday 11 May 11:30am-3pm

Caribbean Sunday Funday Brunch | Ortanique

Treat Mom to an upscale Caribbean buffet brunch, with made to order ceviche station and à la carte egg favourites at Ortanique. Buffet Brunch is CI$30 per guest and CI$15 for kids under 12. All you can drink bubbles, Mimosas, Bloody Marys and Caesars for CI$15. Call 345.640.7710 to make a reservation. Sunday 11 May 12-4pm

Caribbean Sunday Mother’s Day Dinner | Ortanique

Let Ortanique do the cooking on Sunday 11 May. Bring Mom to dinner and receive 20% off the meal (up to 4 guests per table). Call 345.640.7710 to make a reservation.

Sunday 11 May 5-9pm

Shop

Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio

Spend CI$200 or more for a Mother’s Day gift at Bon Vivant and receive an inspiring gift with purchase – the gorgeous cookbook Cooking with Curtis by Curtis Stone (while supplies last). Offer valid on Saturday 10 May.

The Cabana, A Lilly Pulitzer Via Shop

Enjoy tasty nibbles and drinks while you shop. The Cabana is offering 10% off all candles. Spend CI$250 or more and receive a special gift with purchase. Offer valid on Saturday 10 May.

Caribbean Canvas Company

Receive 10% off all ladies apparel (footwear excluded). Offer valid from now until Saturday 10 May

Pandora

Celebrate the love of motherhood – now and forever. Let hearts, roses and symbols of family life tell the story of love’s strongest bond. Visit Pandora at Camana

Bay to view the 2014 Mother’s Day collection.

The Mansion

Receive 25% off all Private Collection diamond jewellery. Offer valid from Friday 2 to Saturday 10 May.

Watch.Me

Receive 20% off all Dior, Gucci and Michael Kors sunglasses. Offer valid from Friday 2 to Saturday 10 May.

West Indies Wine Company

Receive 40% off on all Eisch Glassware including Bordeaux, chardonnay, oversized, red white and Champagne flutes. Offer valid from Thursday 1 to Sunday11 May.

Health, Beauty, Services and Amenities

Anytime Fitness

Give your mom the git of fitness! Buy your mom a BARRE punch card on Wednesday 7 May and receive 50% off a second punch card for yourself. If you can’t make it that day, gift certificates make wonderful Mother’s Day surprises.

Eclipze Hair Design & Day Spa

Receive a free Hands Paraffin Dip treatment with any package purchased:

Pamper Mom

Regular Manicure and Spa Pedicure for CI$97.

All About Mom

The “Dream” Facial with Bright Eyes Treatment and a Wash and Blow Dry for CI$170.

Mommy & Me Mini Miss

1 Spa Manicure, 1 Mini Mani, 1 Spa Pedicure, 1 Mini Pedi, 2 Wash and Blow Dry for CI$225.

Mommy & Me Miss

2 Spa Manicure, 2 Spa Pedicure and 2 Wash and Blow Dry for CI$300.

Fluff n’ Fold Dry Cleaning & Laundry Services

Receive 10% off all ladies items over Mother’s Day weekend. Fluff n’ Fold also be offering a special discount on comforter cleaning – Queen comforter $16 (normally $18) and King comforter for $18 (normally $20). Gift certificates are also available.