As part of Child Month activities, the public is invited to attend a free Bodden Town
Family Fun Day on Monday, 19 May, at the Agricultural Grounds in Lower Valley. Gates
will open at 10:30 am, and refreshments will be on sale. It will be a full day of fun for
all ages, including bouncing castles, horseback riding, and water slides for children;
and health information and many other sporting activities for everyone. For more
information, please DCFS Community Development Officer Carol Bodden at 916-3309.
Youth Gatherings with Justices of the Peace
To commemorate Child Month, the Justices of the Peace Association, The Department of Children & Family Services and the Youth Services Unit has organized a series of gathering with young people and the Justices of the Peaces in their districts.
George Town’s gathering will take place on Friday 16 May at the Family Life Centre, Walkers Road, at 7:30 pm. East End and North Side will take place on Friday 23 May at Frank Sound Chapel Church at 8:00 pm.
CI High School Class of ’83
The Cayman Islands High School Class of ’83 is celebrating 25 years of having graduated from high school and will be taking a walk down memory land on Saturday 17 May for all classmates. The walk will commence at 6:30 am from Smith’s Cove and follow the Old Cross Country 2-mile route. Breakfast will include fried fish, fritters and juice. A small donation of $3.00 is requested. Contact Marco Archer at 939-7474, Cleta Boddington at 916-4758 or email Sandra Miller at s.miller@yahoo.com for more information.
Generation Now Meeting
Generation NOW presentations are held every Saturday at the Family Life Centre, located just off Walker’s Road from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. The theme for the month of May 2008 is “Crime in our Society”. The presentation for this coming Saturday 17 May will highlight “Effective Policing in the Community”. This topic will be presented by Superintendent Adrian Seales of the RCIPS.
Children & Youth Evangelistic Festival
The First Assembly of God Church will be holding an Evangelistic Festival on Saturday 17 May from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm (Children’s Ministry) and 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Youth Ministry) at the church grounds. Games and lots of fun to be had. Guest Speakers Ezekiel Carsella and Rev Timothy Robinson. Bus transport pick up from East End, George Town, North Side and West Bay. Free admission. Call 945-2182 for more information.
SDA Annual 10K Run/Walk
The Cayman Islands Conference of SDA will be having its Annual 10K Run/Walk on Sunday 18 May at 5:00 pm. There will also be races for children ages 4-6; 7-9; and 10-12. Register now and get a free T-shirt. Call 926-8264 or 949-8167.
Free parvovirus vaccinations for all dogs and puppies
Cayman Islands Humane Society with Island Veterinary Services are offering free parvovirus vaccinations for all dogs and puppies on the island.
The free clinic will take place on 18 May and 1 June from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Island Veterinary Services, Eden Centre, Walkers Road. All dogs must be kept on a leash.
The Society urges everyone who has not had their pet vaccinated to attend and help combat the spread of this deadly virus, whilst keeping your own pet safe.
For information call the Humane Society at 949-1461 or Island Veterinary Services on 949 0787.
BT Family Fun Day
As part of Child Month activities, the public is invited to attend a free Bodden Town Family Fun Day on Monday, 19 May, at the Agricultural Grounds in Lower Valley. Gates will open at 10:30 am, and refreshments will be on sale. It will be a full day of fun for all ages, including bouncing castles, horseback riding, and water slides for children; and health information and many other sporting activities for everyone.
For more information, please contact DCFS Community Development Officer Carol Bodden at 916-3309.
Heritage High School’s Beach Cookout & Barbeque
Heritage High School Home School Association is having a fundraising Beach Cookout & Barbeque on Monday 19 May (Public Holiday) at the West Bay Public Beach, from 12:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Dinner on sale including fried fish & fritters (Fillet Dolphin) for $10 and includes a drink. All proceeds are in aid of the school’s Educational Field Trip Summer 2008.
New Testament Church of God Prayer Breakfast
The New Testament Church of God in the Cayman Islands presents its annual Prayer Breakfast at the Family Life Centre, Walker’s Road on Monday 19 May from 7:00 am until 1:00 pm. Tickets cost CI$40 and can be purchased by calling 947-6729 or 925-3025.
C.I. Seafarers’ Association General Meeting
“Cayman Islands Seafarers Association wishes their Members to know there will be a General Meeting on Tuesday 20 May at 7:30 pm in the Seafarer Hall at 11 Victory Ave., Prospect. Contact Godfrey McLean at 947-7378 or email seafarers@candw.ky for further information.
Leading Edge High School’s HSA Meeting
Leading Edge High School will be having an H.S.A. meeting on Tuesday 20 May at 5:30 pm in the Main Campus Hall. All parents are encouraged to attend as important issues relating to their children will be discussed.
Business & Professional Women’s Club Meetings
The Business and Professional Women’s Club of Grand Cayman meets every 3rd Monday of the month, however in recognition of the Public Holidays in May and June (Discovery Day, 19 May) and (Queen’s Birthday, 16 June) these meeting dates will be held on Wednesday, 21 May (the next meeting) and Wednesday, 18 June. All meetings will be held at 6:00 pm in the Governor’s Square Boardroom (second floor over Weststar). For further information please e-mail bpwgrandcayman@gmail.com.
John Gray Class of 1988 Reunion Dinner
John Gray Class of 1988 will be having a 20 year reunion dinner and dance at the Grand Old House on Friday 30 May. Tickets are CI$55.00 per person. Contact Priscilla Burlington 916-5880, Lana McField 928-5468 or Judy McGaw 525-7077.
Children’s Books Needed
The Early Childhood Services Unit and National Parenting Programme is urging the public to donate gently used or new children’s books to the Week of the Young Child’s Book Drive until Saturday 31 May. Book drive drop-off boxes are located at: Books and Books at Camana Bay, Hobbies and Books in Grand Harbour and Piccadilly Square, George Town, Bodden Town and East End libraries.
For more information about the WOYC Book Drive, call Early Childhood Services at 244-1816.
Faith Cathedral Deliverance Centre Announces Relocation
Faith Cathedral Deliverance Centre, 23 Devon Road, Prospect announces the relocation of their church to the former Bishop Julie Fagan’s Building at 28 McField Lane, George Town effective Sunday 1 June.
All are invited to their morning service at 9:00 am and to one week of crusade from Sunday 1 June to Sunday 8 June starting at 7:00 pm each evening.
The Speaker will be Pastor Eulic Kelly. For further information telephone: 926-1453 or 325-2749.
Boatswain’s Beach’s Happy Fridays
Do something different this weekend! Head to Boatswain’s Beach for Happy Fridays – Happy Hour all night with Drink Specials, Live music featuring the band ‘Heat’, full menu at Schooner’s Bar and Grill and BBQ menu at Budgie’s Snack Shack. No cover charge!!!
Boatswain’s Beach’s Family Nights: Saturdays and Sundays
Head west this weekend with your family to Boatswain’s Beach. Swim until 10:00 pm in Cayman’s largest swimming pool, enjoy the wonders of Predator’s Reef, watch the latest movies at 7:00 pm and have dinner at Schooner’s Bar and Grill or feast on poolside BBQ from Budgie’s Snack Shack. Only $10 for adults, $4 for kids 11-17 and children 10 and under are FREE.
Boatswain’s Beach’s Spa Sundays
Relax to the sounds of a cascading waterfall and enjoy poolside spa services at reasonable prices only at Boatswain’s Beach. Manicure $30, Pedicure $45 and 30-minute massage $40.
Cayman Wildlife Rescue Meeting
Cayman Wildlife Rescue meets the first Thursday of every month at 6:30 at the National Trust Offices in Dart Park on South Church Street. For more information on Cayman Wildlife Rescue or to report a Wildlife Emergency call their Hotline 917-BIRD (2473) or visit their website at www.caymanwidliferescue.org
Cayman Wildlife Rescue Volunteer Programme
Cayman Wildlife Rescue is a programme of the National Trust for the Cayman Islands. This project is staffed entirely by volunteers with other full time jobs, and is financed 100 per cent by donations from the public. Anyone who would like to help by donating funds or volunteering time, please contact Alison Corbett at caymanwildliferescue@gmail.com.
Conch and Whelk Season Closes
Conch and whelk-taking season has ended. Department of Environment officials accordingly remind the public that anyone found guilty of violating the law is liable to a maximum penalty of CI$500,000 and one year in jail. The open season for whelk and conch runs from 1 November to 30 April each year. For more information visit www.gov.ky/doe or call 949-8469.
Cayman Islands Reading Aides Program at Northward Prison
Volunteers are needed for the CIRA program at HMP Northward on a Wednesday afternoon from 1:15 till 3:45. If interested please contact Michelle on 925-2624 (please note changed number).
Bottle Crusher for Recycling at National Trust
The National Trust informs the public that they have recycled glass for sale (CI$1 a tub) which can be used for filling in driveways, under tarmac etc. Those interested in seeing demonstrations are invited to visit the Visitor’s Centre at Dart Park, South Sound, from Mondays – Friday, at 10:00 am and 4:00 pm.
They ask that people bring clean empty bottles for recycling and “help us help you recycle!”
Used Stamps
The National Trust is also collecting used stamps. Just drop them off at the Visitor’s Centre at the Dart Park or Mission House.
‘Paws and Claws’ Thrift Shop on the Brac
‘Paws and Claws’, a thrift shop of the Brac Branch of the Humane Society, is located next to Sailboat Plaza. Clothing, household items, books and gift items available at very low prices, and sometimes furniture and building supplies are also donated. Opening times: Fridays from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and Saturdays 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call 948-2625 for more info.
Humane Society Thrift Shop Has Moved!
The Humane Society has relocated upstairs at the shelter complex on North Sound Road, around the left hand side of the building and up the stairs! New opening times are Mon-Fri 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Clothes, housewares, sporting goods and more. Call 949-1461.
Market at the Grounds, Lower Valley
All are reminded that the farmers’ and artisans’ market located at the Stacy Watler Agricultural Pavilion in Lower Valley, is open every Saturday from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm. Locally grown produce, baked goods, arts and crafts etc are all available. Anyone also interested in becoming a vendor at the Market is asked to contact Gina Bodden at the Department of Agriculture at 947-3090.
C.I. Humane Society Dog Walking Volunteer Drive
The Humane Society is looking for volunteers to walk their dogs and puppies on Saturday and Wednesday mornings. No experience necessary, but you must love dogs! Regular walks are essential to the well-being of our canines and a great way for you to keep fit! Please call 939 4730 or email
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