iNews Briefs & Community Events
Cayman Islands Post Offices Close for Training
The Cayman Islands Postal Service “CIPS” (including all Sub-Post Offices on Grand Cayman) will close at 12 noon on Wednesday, 8 June 2016 for staff training.
This closure is on Grand Cayman only. Post Offices on Cayman Brac and Little Cayman will maintain their normal opening hours.
Management apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.
Cop charged with murder of policewoman
IMAGE: Photo of Judith Williams
KINGSTON Jamaica — The policeman held for the shooting death of woman police Corporal Judith Williams has been charged with murder.
On Tuesday this week the court ruled that the suspect cop be charged or released from custody by today.
The cop, Gladstone Williams, was held along with a civilian shortly after the April 28 killing of woman police Williams.
Corporal Williams was shot multiple times about 6:00 am in east Kingston while at a bus stop on her way to work.
The suspect cop has also been implicated on the killing of a second member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force.
Sergeant Courtney Simpson, who was assigned to the Protective Services Division, was shot dead while standing at his gate in Harbour View, St Andrew, on the night of April 8, 2013, by men travelling in a white motor vehicle.
For more: http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/news/Cop-charged-with-murder-in-killing-of-policewoman
Shearman, Skadden on $556 mln Dangdang take-private transaction
By Ashima Ohri From Asian Legal Business
Shearman & Sterling has advised the special committee of the board of directors of E-commerce China Dangdang on its $556 million go-private transaction, with Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom advising the buyer group.
The buyer, Dangdang Holding Company, intends to fund the merger through a combination of rollover financing from rollover shareholders of 136.5 million shares.
The NYSE-traded China Dangdang is the most recent example of Chinese companies listed in the U.S. that are being taken private. Some 40 U.S.-traded Chinese firms have proposed privatization in the past 12 months, although the number that have completed the process is thought to be less than 10.
The Shearman & Sterling team on the transaction is led by partner Stephanie Tang, with Maples and Calder serving as the Cayman Islands legal counsel to the special committee, and Walkers acting as the Cayman Islands legal counsel to the buyer group.
Cayman Islands: Register for the CNCF Summer Arts Camp
Learn new skills while having fun this summer. Registration is open for the Cayman National Cultural Foundation’s Summer Arts Camp.
Set to take place 11 – 19 August, the camp is open to students ages 7 – 16. Children 6 years old are accepted if an older sibling is enrolled in the camp.
Students will engage in activities that focus on the visual, traditional and performing arts, with classes in drama, storytelling, dance, and more. Students will also get to take part in field trips that highlight Cayman’s cultural and maritime heritage.
Registration forms can be found online at www.artscayman.org/creative-kids and are due by Thursday 30 June. Membership cost is $150 per child for seven days. Snacks and lunch are included. Payment is due Friday 15 July.
For more information about the camp you can email [email protected] or call 949-5477.
Cayman Drama Society: Countdown to the funniest show on earth!
Have you got your tickets yet for the funniest play of the year? Join us for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) Click here for tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-complete-works-of-william-shakespeare-abridged-ticket-sales-in-us-tickets-24974384055?aff=ehomecard
Don’t miss helping us plan for our 2017 theatre season! Join us for Happy Hour and production meeting on Friday, June 3rd. Happy hour starts at 6:30PM
Come out on Saturday June 4th from 7:30pm- Midnight to enjoy live music, singing, dancing and drink specials! Entrance is by donations ( $10 suggestion)! Funds will go to the renovation of Curtain Call Bar, the bar that many of you have created some very special memories in! Live music will be by the amazing ManGoJam! This is an event you won’t want to miss! Tell all your friends!
See you at The Prospect Playhouse!
COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)
TUE JUN 7
Cayman Gospel Workshop 2016
The Cayman Gospel Workshop 2016 is Tuesday and Wednesday (7 & 8 Jun) at First Baptist Church at 7pm. There will be a concert on Friday (10 Jun) at 730pm.
Moonlight and Movies Summer Series
Moonlight and Movies Summer Series kicks off on Tuesday (7 Jun) in Gardenia Court at Camana Bay at 7pm. Movies will be shown every Tuesday through August.
Special Olympics Bocce
The 2016 Special Olympics Committee invites you to the Bocce event on Tuesday (7 Jun) at 2pm at Lighthouse School
WED JUNE 8
Bookends Club
The Bookends Club will meet on Wednesday (8 Jun) at 630pm at Books and Books.
Special Olympics Track & Field
The 2016 Special Olympics Committee invites you to the Track & Field event on Wednesday (8 Jun) at 530pm at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex.
THU JUNE 9
Book Launch By J. Lemuel Hurlston
Employment: Basics
The Chamber of Commerce presents a course on Employment: Basics on Thursday (9 Jun) from 9 — 1pm. Register online at caymanchamber.ky.
Diversity in the Workplace
The Chamber of Commerce presents a course on Diversity in the Workplace on Thursday (9 Jun) from 9 — 430pm. Register online at caymanchamber.ky.
FRI JUNE 10
Convention 2016
The Church of God Seventh Day in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands presents Convention 2016 under the theme Jesus, the Hope For This Time and Season at Mary Miller Hall on Friday (10 Jun) at 6pm, Saturday (11 Jun) at 9am and 430pm and on Sunday (12 Jun) at 10am and 6pm.
SAT JUNE 11
Queen’s Birthday Parade
The public is invited to attend official celebrations of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II’s birthday on Saturday (11 Jun.) A parade by the uniformed services begins at 9:30am, and will be followed by a brief ceremony at the Legislative Assembly, recognising recipients of Queen’s Honours. A garden party on the lawn of Government House will immediately follow the ceremony at 10:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m. A dress code of semi-formal day dress will be enforced. Hats are optional.
Young Image Makers Competition Online Voting
The public is invited take part in Young Image Makers Competition by voting online for their favorite films. Voting runs through June 11th. To access the link, the public can go to www.artscayman.org/young-image-makers.
SUN JUNE 12
Annual All-Day Meeting
You’re invited to the Annual All-Day Meeting at the Church of God Full Gospel Hall in North Side on Sunday (12 Jun) at the North Side Civic Center with morning worship at 11am, praise service at 3pm and evangelistic service at 715pm. There will be special evangelistic services Monday — Friday (13 — 17 Jun) at 730pm.
MON JUNE 13
Burnis Ebanks ‘Lil’B’ Barkers Bay Fishing Tournament
The Burnis Ebanks ‘Lil’B’ Barkers Bay Fishing Tournament is Monday (13 Jun). The event starts at 9 with prizes at 1pm. Call 916.1559 for more information.
4th Annual Queen’s Birthday Tea Party
The National Trust Cayman Brac District Committee invites you to the 4th Annual Queen’s Birthday Tea Party fundraiser and membership drive on Monday (13 Jun) at Heritage House from 4 — 630pm.
TUE JUNE 14
Community Meeting On Little Cayman With Inspector
PUBLIC MEETING
INSPECTOR WENDY PARCHMENT OF THE SISTER ISLANDS
IS CORDIALLY INVITING THE PUBLIC TO A COMMUNITY POLICE MEETING
IN LITTLE CAYMAN
ON TUESDAY the 14th of JUNE 2016
AT THE HURRICANE SHELTER LOCATED ON SPOT BAY ROAD
COMMENCING 6PM – 8PM
SHE WILL BE AT THE POLICE STATION ON WEDNESDAY 15th – THURSDAY 16th JUNE 2016
FROM 10AM – 1PM AND 3PM – 5PM FOR PERSONS WHO WISH TO MEET WITH HER SEPARATELY
NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY, WALK-IN’s ARE WELCOME
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL POLICE STATION
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AT 948-0100
THU JUNE 16
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister to Discuss International Terrorism and Caribbean Preparedness
Thursday, 16 June | 6:00 pm | UCCI Sir Vassel Johnson Hall
Recent international events have posed considerable questions regarding global insecurity.
The multiple manifestations of this encompass radical and extreme religious world views, environmental degradation, food insecurity and the movement of peoples. Of particular urgency is global terrorism.
While it is clear that the Caribbean is not impervious to the reality of international terrorism, it can be argued that the peoples of the region do not know enough of how prepared their countries are.
In the latest installment of the UCCI Distinguished Lecture Series, Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves of St. Vincent and the Grenadines explains the nature of this reality, the extent to which Caribbean countries are affected, or might be, and their levels of preparedness. As an important player in CARICOM, the Prime Minister will outline regional plans to counter global terrorism.
Large groups are encouraged to reserve seats as soon as possible as space is limited.
June Events at Camana Bay
We want to help you celebrate Dad this Father’s Day. From a family portrait session with Picture This Studios in beautiful Gardenia Court to a cooking class for dads and kids to whip up tasty treats at Bon Vivant, there are ample opportunities for bonding experiences this Father’s Day at Camana Bay.
With summer approaching, we have some exciting events to welcome this school’s-out season, including the return of our popular Moonlight & Movies series and a cooking class featuring the king of the grill, the Big Green Egg. Foodies can also enjoy an unforgettable night with a feast under the stars at Ortanique’s pig roast.
Here is a quick look at our special events:
Budding Chef Summer Tween Classes
Every Tuesday, 31 May through 28 June
3:45-4:45pm
Isy B. Fashion Show
Thursday 2 June
6-8pm
Sand Angels
Tai Chi
Sunday 5 June
8:30am
The Crescent
Moonlight & Movies: Summer Series
Every Tuesday, June through August
7pm
The Bookends Club
Wednesday 8 June
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books
Father’s Day Portraits
Saturday 11 June
9am-12pm
Indian Infusion Cooking Class
Tuesday 14 June
6-8pm
Easy Entertaining Cooking Class
Wednesday 15 June
6-8pm
Floetry
Wednesday 15 June
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books
Father’s Day Duo Cooking Class
Saturday 18 June
12-1pm
Culture at the Cinema: Shakespeare’s As You Like It
Saturday 18 June
7pm
Regal Cinemas
Big Green Egg and Bourbon Cooking Class
Tuesday 21 June
6-8pm
Cayman 27’s Island Living Show
Friday 24 June and Saturday 25 June
5-8pm and 10am-4pm
The Arts & Recreation Centre
Island-Style Cooking Class
Tuesday 28 June
6-8pm
Ortanique’s Final Pig Roast
Tuesday 28 June
6-9pm
The Island
Cuisine of the Sun Dinner
Thursday 30 June
5:30-10pm
Ortanique
