iNews Briefs & Community Events
DCI – Office Closures and Board Meeting Dates to 2020
The Department of Commerce and Investment (DCI) wishes to advise the public of its upcoming office opening hours and board meeting dates in Grand Cayman:
Office Closures:
Friday, 13 December – Offices closed at noon for staff function
Monday, 16 December – Office closed at 3:00pm for a staff function
Thursday, 19 December – Offices closed for Referendum Day
Tuesday, 24 December – Offices closed at noon for Christmas Eve
Tuesday, 31 December – Offices closed at noon for New Year’s Eve
Offices will be closed for Christmas, Boxing and New Year’s Day
Board Meeting Dates:
Liquor Licensing Board, Monday, 9 December. Next quarterly meeting will be in March 2020.
Trade and Business Licensing Board, last meeting date Tuesday, 10 December. Board reopens 15 January 2020.
Please visit www.dci.gov.ky or email [email protected] for trade and business and other licensing information.
Cayman: DEH Bulk Waste Removal Campaign Begins
The Department of Environmental Health (DEH) commenced its annual bulk waste removal activity in the Eastern District on Saturday, 16 November 2019 and will conclude in West Bay on 20 December 2019.
The DEH Bulk waste removal schedule for the Cayman Islands is as follows:
Grand Cayman:
North Side, East End November 16-22
Bodden Town District November 23 – December 6
George Town December 7-13
West Bay December 14-20
Cayman Brac:
East (starting from Public Works) December 4
West December 6
Southside December 11
General round up December 13
Little Cayman: December 18
Please call the DEH at 949-6696 for additional information about its 2019 Bulk Waste Removal activity. Individuals may also send an email to [email protected], visit the DEH’s website at www.deh.gov.ky.
Cayman Islands Public Holidays 2020
All public holidays for 2020, with the exception of the Queen’s Birthday holiday in June, are now confirmed.
· The Queen’s Birthday holiday is anticipated to be on Monday, 15 June but remains subject to confirmation.
· Christmas holidays take place around the weekend next year.
Grand Cayman (GIS) – The Deputy Governor’s Office has confirmed public holidays in the Cayman Islands for 2020, with the exception of the Queen’s Birthday.
The United Kingdom traditionally celebrates Her Majesty’s birthday by holding the Trooping of the Colour ceremony on the second Saturday in June. As such the public holiday in the Cayman Islands is likely to be Monday, 15 June 2020. Confirmation is expected in early 2020.
The 2020 public holidays are:
- New Year’s Day: Wednesday, 1 January;
- National Heroes Day: Monday, 27 January;
- Ash Wednesday: Wednesday, 26 February;
- Good Friday: Friday, 10 April;
- Easter Monday: Monday, 13 April;
- Discovery Day: Monday, 18 May;
- Queen’s Birthday: Monday, 15 June (UNCONFIRMED);
- Constitution Day: Monday, 6 July;
- Remembrance Day: Monday, 9 November;
- Christmas: Friday, 25 December; and
- Boxing Day: Monday, 28 December.
List of Public Holidays for 2019
Referendum Day: Thursday 19 December
Christmas: Wednesday, 25 December; and
Boxing Day: Thursday, 26 December
Cayman: First Assembly of God – The Singing Christmas Tree
Sat & Sun Nov 30 & Dec 1
At The Lion’s Centre 6.00 PM
Cayman Government to Hold Public Meetings on
Cruise Berthing Facility and Cargo Port Project – DATES
Cayman: CDS – Playhouse Family Christmas – SOLD OUT
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS (In Date Order)
FRI NOV 29
Gimistory in Cayman Brac
Gimistory heads to Cayman Brac’s Agricultural Show Grounds on Friday (29 Nov).
Essentials of Selling
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a training workshop on Essentials of Selling on Friday (29 Nov) at 9am. For more information email [email protected].
World Dress Day for A Cause
You’re invited to participate in World Dress Day for A Cause in support of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence on Friday (29 Nov).
Proud of Them Nominations
The Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports, Agriculture and Lands has extended the deadline of submission of nominations for Proud of Them round 11 until Friday, 29 November, 2019.
SAT NOV 30
One Dog at a Time Plant Sale
One Dog at a Time is hosting a plant sale on Saturday (30 Nov) at the Cayman Prep and High School Christmas Fair from 830am to 1030.
Turkey Trot 5K and 10K
The Turkey Trot 5K and 10K is Saturday (31 Nov). Log on to caymanactive.com to register.
Brac Breeze 5K
The Brac Breeze 5K is Saturday (30 Nov). Log on to caymanactive.com to register.
Lions Club of Cayman Brac Variety Show
The Lions Club of Cayman Brac present their annual variety show on November 30th. For more information, email [email protected].
Christmas at the Captain’s Retreat
Christmas at the Captain’s Retreat is Saturday (30 Nov) at 6pm.
Apron Fund Event
You’re invited to an Apron Fund Event on Saturday (30 Nov) at Webster Memorial Church Hall at 630pm.
Pink Ladies Christmas Bazaar
The Pink Ladies Christmas Bazaar is Saturday, 30 November, 2-5 p.m., the Arts & Recreation Centre.
International Men’s Day Men & Boys Basketball Tournament
The Family Resource Centre invites boys and men to attend the events to celebrate the annual International Men’s Day observance:
Men & Boys Basketball Tournament – Saturday, 30 November, John Gray High School Gymnasium, 11a.m. –The intergenerational competition will feature mixed teams and encourage camaraderie, fun and healthy interaction. Booths of agencies supporting men’s well-being will also be on display to further raise awareness of health issues.
Dominion Life Global Ministry Youth Conference
Dominion Life Global Ministry Youth Conference is Saturday (30 Nov) from 9am to 230pm and Sunday (1 Dec) from 1 to 430pm at George Town Constitutional Hall.
Lions Talent and Fashion Variety Show
The Lions Talent and Fashion Variety Show is Saturday (30 Nov) at 7pm at the Aston Rutty Center.
SUN DEC 1
Northward Road Park Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
The Northward Road Park Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is scheduled for Sunday December 1st at 5:30 pm at the Northward Road Park.
MON DEC 2
Rotary Club of Cayman Brac Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Rotary Club of Cayman Brac Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is Monday (2 Dec) from 6 to 10pm at the District Administration Building.
TUE DEC 3
Situational Leadership
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a training workshop on Situational Leadership on Tuesday (3 Dec) at 9am. For more information email [email protected].
Cruise port project meeting
Government is hosting a meeting on the cruise port project on Tuesday (3 Dec) at the East End Civic Center at 7pm.
WED DEC 4
Bulk Waste Cayman Brac East
Bulk Waste will be on Cayman Brac East on December 4th.
CARE Quiz Night
CARE Quiz Night is on Wednesday, 4th December !
Come join in the fun and test the gray matter!
Last quiz for the year!
Not able to make it on Wednesday, then please help us raise much needed funds by spreading the word about our quiz night. You can download the quiz poster by clicking on the following link and spread the word in your office and on community boards.
THU DEC 5
Time Management and Productivity
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a training workshop on Time Management and Productivity on Thursday (5 Dec) at 9am. For more information email [email protected].
Cruise port project meeting
Government is hosting a meeting on the cruise port project on Thursday (5 Dec) at the North Side Civic Centre at 7pm.
Little Cayman Vehicle Licensing Visit
The Little Cayman Vehicle Licensing Visit is Thursday (5 Dec) from 9am to 230pm at the district office.
FRI DEC 6
Closing that Sales Deal
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a training workshop on Closing that Sales Deal on Friday (6 Dec) at 9am. For more information email [email protected].
SAT – FRI DEC 7 – 13
Bulk Waste Clean Up for George Town
Bulk Waste Clean Up for George Town is December 7 through 13th.
SAT DEC 14
Dancing for a Cause
Miss Jackie’s School of Dance presents Dancing for a Cause, an evening of dance to support, Father Ho Lung “Missionaries of the Poor” on December 14th, 2019 at 3pm and 7 pm. Email[email protected] for more information.
SAT – FRI DEC 14 – 20
Bulk Waste Clean Up for West Bay
Bulk Waste Clean Up for West Bay is December 14th through the 20th.
