Local notices and information

Wednesday,  December 7, 2005

St George’s Anglican Church
The Rev. Dr. Michael Clarke of Barbados and the BVI leads in Advent Reflections at St. George’s Anglican Church, which began 5 December and continues nightly at 7:00 pm to Thursday 8 December. All are welcome. 

Lighthouse School Christmas Party
The annual Lighthouse School Christmas Party will take place on Thursday 8 December at the South Sound Community Park from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, where Santa will drop by to deliver gifts to all the kids. 

The Counselling Centre’s Open House
The Counselling Centre will be having an Open House on Friday 9 December between 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm at their office in the West Wind Building, North Church Street. The public is invited to attend. 

Mrs Tweetsie Kelly’s Annual Christmas Party
All are invited to attend Mrs Tweetsie Kelly’s Annual Christmas Party for People with Special Needs to be held on Saturday 10 December at 5:00 pm at TT’s Party Land, the vacant lot next to House #140, Powell Smith Drive, West Bay. For further info or to RSVP call 949-1193 or 926-0959 

Church of God Chapel
The Church of God Chapel in West Bay invites everyone to “Christmas Around the World” on Sunday 11 December at 10:30 am featuring a Drama Team from the Logos II Mission Ship, a procession of flags, and participation by people from various countries. 

Rose Eva Sculpture Workshop
The National Gallery presents the “Rose Eva Sculpture Workshop” on Friday 9 December from 6:00-9:00 pm; Saturday 10 December and Sunday 11 December from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The fee is CI$160 plus materials to be purchased from the instructor. Register at the National Gallery at 945-8111 or email at assistant.ng@candw.ky.  

Ladies’ Club’s Coffee Morning
The International Ladies’ Club will hold a Coffee Morning at 9:30 am on Thursday 8 December, at Celebrations. New members are welcome. For further information, contact Jan Archbold on 943-6556. 

Car Wash at NS Primary School
North Side Primary School PTA will hold a car wash on Saturday 10 December at the school from 7:00 am until 2:00 pm. Funds raised will go to purchase much needed playground equipment for the school. 

Road Closure
The RCIPS is advising the public that Albert Panton Street will be closed to the public on Saturday 10 December to facilitate the launching of the National Parenting Program. The road closure will be in effect between 9:00 am and 12:30 pm. Drivers are advised to use an alternative route or avoid the area if possible. 

Vehicle Licensing West Bay Hours
The Department of Vehicle Licensing’s West Bay office has new office hours. They will be closed on Mondays, and opened Tuesdays through Fridays: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm and Saturdays 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. For further information call 945-8344 or 945-8355. 

National Trust Traditional Caymanian Cooking Class
The National Trust will be having a local celebrity chef demonstrate the art of preparing a traditional Caymanian dish on Wednesday 7 December at 7:00 pm. This month it will be a Christmas beef. $15 for Trust members; $20 for non-members. Contact Marni Laing at 949-0121 or email mlaing@nationaltrust.org.ky  to make reservations. 

Red Cross Session for Youth
The Red Cross will be having a session for the youth entitled “Let’s Talk About Sex and HIV: Informational Session for Youth 15-17 years old” on Thursday 8 December from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the Red Cross Building, second floor. Call 916-1742 to sign up or for more information. 

“Surfacing” - Art Exhibition
New paintings by April Bending will be displayed at the Westin Casuarina Resort and Spa from Thursday 8 December with wine generously donated by Jacques Scott. 

Pink Ladies Christmas Stall
The Pink Ladies will have a variety stall for Christmas gifts outside the NCVO “New to You” Bargain Shop on Walkers Road on Saturday 10 December from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. 

Cayman Outreach Association (COA) Dinner
Cayman Outreach Association invites interested persons to attend the Monthly COA dinner “Christmas Celebration Evening” on Saturday 10 December with Guest Speaker Jim Skalise of USA. Venue: Family Life Centre, Walkers Road. Cost: $15.00. RSVP by noon 9 December to 916-2668. 

Prospect Primary School PTA
The Prospect Primary School PTA will host its 1st Annual 5k Fun Run/Walk on Saturday 10 December. Participants will walk from Smiths Cove to the South Sound Dock. Sponsor a child, walk/run along and join them for breakfast, which will be on sale, to show your support. Call 947-8889 for more information or to register. 

CI Business & Professional Women’s Club
The Club continues its international campaign entitled “16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence” to 10 December 2005. For further details, please contact Seema Kapoor at 949-5829 or Bev Banks at 949-3435. 

First Assembly Choir Presentation
First Assembly of God Church will be having a Choir Presentation and Children’s Program on Sunday 11 December at 6:00 pm. Free of charge.  All are invited. 

Christmas Concert & Tea at St Ignatius
St Ignatius Catholic School (Years 7-13) will be presenting their annual Christmas Concert and Afternoon Tea on Sunday 11 December at their Arts Centre beginning at 3:00 pm.  Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12 and are available at the School Office or band/choir members. Proceeds will go to the Music Department and the