iNews Briefs & Community Events (From BIG FISH 95.5)
Cayman Islands: Call for Hurricane Shelter Volunteers
The Department of Children and Family Services is inviting individuals to sign up as shelter volunteers for this year’s Hurricane Season.
The Shelter Operations 2016 Hurricane Training for Shelter Managers & District Representatives Volunteers for this year’s Hurricane Season will be held over two days on Wednesday 25 May and Thursday 26 May at the Prospect Primary School Hall from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Registration begins promptly at 5:30 p.m.
All volunteers MUST complete both days of training.
For more information contact Ernesto Carter at the Department of Children and Family Services on 949-0290 or
email [email protected] (GIS)
St George’s Week
At St George’s Anglican Church Hall, Courts Road, Off Eastern Ave., George Town, Grand Cayman
Fossils from China reveal giant new Titanosaur
BY ALEX MAGDALENO From Mashable
Welcome Yongjinglong datangi — a long-necked, plant-eating sauropod dinosaur found in northwestern China — to the list of gigantic creatures that called Earth home.
A team led by University of Pennsylvania paleontologists Liguo Li and Peter Dodson have characterized the fossil remains of a sauropod found in the Lanzhou Basin of Gansu province in 2008. The scientists found multiple bones that belonged to the sauropod that roamed the earth during the Early Cretaceous period — more than 100 million years ago — including teeth and vertebrae.
In a University of Pennsylvania press release, the team reports that these fossils belonged to a 50-foot-long, juvenile sauropod with similarities to other sauropods found elsewhere in China, Africa, South America and the U.S.
This recent discovery supports the growing consensus among paleontologists that sauropods were a dominant group in the Early Cretaceous. They were once thought to be extinct during the period, having only thrived only during the Jurassic.
“We now realize that, in other parts of the world, particularly in South America and Asia, sauropod dinosaurs continued to flourish in the Cretaceous, so the thought that they were minor components is no longer a tenable view,” said Dodson.
Yongjinglong belongs to a group of dinosaurs known as Titanosauria — a diverse group of sauropod dinosaurs and the largest and heaviest creatures to ever walk the earth. Yongjinglong is considered a medium-sized Titanosaur and, according to the open-access science journal PLOS ONE, one of the most evolutionarily advanced of the Titanosaurs discovered in Asia.
Since 2007, China has surpassed the U.S. in terms of species found; two other Titanosaurs — Daxiatitan binglingi and Huanghetitan liujiaxiaensis — have been discovered within the last decade in a valley about half a mile (1 kilometer) from the Yongjinlong fossils.
IDB boost could mean $4bn for LatAm, Caribbean climate finance
By Alexandre Spatuzza in Sao Paulo From Recharge
IMAGE: The top table at the COP21 summit celebrates the forging of a global agreement
The IDB wants to bring funding into line with decisions made at COP21
The InterAmerican Development Bank (IDB) will increase financing for climate change and renewable energy in the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region through two different mechanisms.
CCJ judge warns of dangers in accepting Privy Council itinerant court offer
By Caribbean 360 From St Lucia News Online
CARIBBEAN 360 – A Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) judge has cautioned the country about a Privy Council proposal to operate as an itinerant court.
Justice David Hayton said accepting such a proposal, which would be at the expense of the state, might be dangerous and could potentially be considered political interference.
Lord David Neuberger of the Privy Council said last month that the court was willing to offer services to the region via video links and to travel to hear cases from Commonwealth countries.
However, Justice Hayton warned that the aggrieved party could also be left with a hefty bill if he loses the case, since that person usually has to pay costs for both sides.
Disney’s New Caribbean Itineraries
From Caribbean Journal
Disney Cruise Line has unveiled a number of new itineraries for summer 2017, with booking open this week.
For the first time, Disney Fantasy will sail from Port Canaveral to the Caribbean on longer cruises, including 10 and 11-night cruises to the southern Caribbean.
The cruise line will launch a new itinerary on June 17, 2017, with a new 11-night trip that will include stops in Aruba, Barbados, Martinique, St Kitts, Tortola and the private island of Castaway Cay in the Bahamas.
On June 28, 2017, the company will launch a new 10-night itinerary calling on Aruba, Curacao, St Kitts, Tortola and Castaway Cay.
Disney is also planning several Disney Dream sailings from Port Canaveral that will include two stops at Castaway Cay, with special four and five-night sailings in June 2017.
For more: http://caribjournal.com/2016/04/12/disneys-new-caribbean-itineraries/
Grand Court Jurors Report DATE Changed
The Grand Court Jurors report DATE has been changed.
All Grand Court Jurors who are in the ‘6th APRIL – 5th JULY 2016’ session, please be advised that you are now to report for jury duty on WEDNESDAY the 13th April, 2016, at 9:45 a.m.
The Jury Information line – 945-5072 – has the most up to date information.
Deadline Extended for Student Film Competition AGAIN
Budding filmmakers have a little more time to submit their stories to the Young Image Makers competition. The deadline has been extended to Wednesday, 20 April.
Hosted by the Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF), the competition provides youngsters with the opportunity to sharpen their technical film skills and explore their creativity.
Films can focus on any subject matter and run one to three minutes. There are two age categories of competition, Junior (10 – 13 years) and Senior (14 – 17 years).
Up to 20 films will be selected for the competition. Students who are selected will participate in workshops conducted by film professionals. The experience will culminate in a red carpet event at the Harquail Theatre, as part of the CayFilm Festival on Thursday, 30 June. All films in competition will be screened that night.
Two winners will enjoy a trip to the New York Film Academy. Winning films from previous years can be viewed online at www.youtube.com/caymanculture.
Application information can be found online at www.artscayman.org/young-image-makers. Films must be submitted by 5 p.m. to the CNCF office on the deadline day.
Cayman Islands General Registry closing for staff training -Wed April 13
General Registry, including its counter on the first floor of the Government Administration Building, will close on Wednesday, 13 April, for a staff training event.
There will be limited electronic service available to CORIS/EDMS subscribers, with online queries not generating the usual immediate response.
In the event of a birth- or death-related emergency, the relevant Government agencies have been provided contact numbers for General Registry’s staff.
General Registry’s main office, including its counter, will reopen on Thursday, 14 April, at 8:30am.
General Registry apologises for any inconvenience the closure may cause. For more information, please call 946-7922 or email [email protected].
2016 Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge
The 2016 Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge will be held on Cayman Brac on Sunday, 17 April and Grand Cayman on Sunday, 24 April.
The event aims to raise $50,000 to help Cayman Heart Fund in its drive to buy a new ambulance, and is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Registration takes place in Cayman Brac on 7, 8, 14 and 15 April from 8.30 a.m. to 3 p.m in the District
Administration Building. In Grand Cayman, registration takes place on 7, 8, 14 and 15 April from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and 21 and 22 April from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Government Administration Building.
Visit www.odg.gov.ky/DG5K for the registration form and further details.
Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly date set
GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands – Following the agreement of Cabinet at its meeting on Tuesday, 22 March, 2016, the Premier has asked the Speaker of the House to summon the Legislative Assembly to meet on Monday, 25 April, 2016.
Government is expected to present several bills for debate and passage, including:
• Statistics (Amendment) Bill (2016)
• Standards in Public Life (Amendment) Bill (2016)
• Accountants Bill (2016)
• Companies Law (Amendment) Bill (2016)
• Limited Liability Companies Bill (2016)
• Legal Practitioners Bill (2016)
• Special Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill (2016)
Also to be dealt with are various private member motions and parliamentary questions.
Cayman Islands Humane Society Book Loft March Monthly Sale
50% Sale on all books
Self Help
Spiritual
Parenting
Biographies
Sport’s
+
Buy 1 CD Get 1 FREE
Tel: 946-8053
Location – next to ALT’s on North Sound Road
Internship with Prosperity Capital Management
This internship is being offered by Prosperity Capital Management Ltd, as part of the National Internship Programme. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience of accounting as well as some specifics of the funds industry. Various practical training sessions will be offered combined with the daily hands-on experience. The internship opportunity is available for those studying finance or accounting at a local college/university. Email [email protected] or call 945-3114 for application forms. Deadline is April 24th 2016.
Cayman Islands Meals on Wheels Annual Coin Collection Drive
Please note that the Meals on wheels Coin Collection drive will be held this year a little later on May 27th and 28th. volunteers will be outside all supermarkets on the island as well as Kirks Home Centre and AL Thompsons hardware. for those companies that see heavy traffic i.e. banks, collection boxes will be available for that week.
For more information please don’t hesitate to call
Pat Bazell-Taylor
916-6249
British Airways Nassau / Grand Cayman Aircraft Changes from July 2016
By JL From Airline Route
British Airways starting 01JUL16 is increasing capacity on London Heathrow – Nassau – Grand Cayman route, as the airline plans to operate 3-class Boeing 777-200ER aircraft, instead of 767-300ER.
The airline operates this route 4 times a week.
BA253 LHR1030 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 57
BA253 LHR1035 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 1
BA253 LHR1045 – 1505NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 3
BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2225 – 1200+1LHR 777 57
BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2230 – 1205+1LHR 777 13
For more: http://airlineroute.net/2015/11/23/ba-nasgcm-jul16/
New Exhibition at the Cayman Islands National Gallery! And Events!!
New Art Exhibition Now Open!
Native Sons – Twenty Years On
National Gallery of the Cayman Islands
Esterley Tibbetts Highway
Exhibition Curated by Kerri-Anne Chisholm
Sponsored in part by Cayman National Bank
8 April 2016 – 25 June 2016
Free Admission! Plan your visit.
Members’ Reception
We had a wonderful opening event with National Gallery members and guests to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the Native Sons. For more information about NGCI memberships email [email protected].
Take a look at the event photos at web link below
Garden Lunch this Thursday!
Don’t miss the upcoming garden lunch and guided tour happening this Thursday, 14 April. The 20 minute guided tour starts at 12 PM giving you enough time to enjoy lunch in the gardens before heading back to the office. A perfect lunch out!
View the menu at web link below
Caymanian-Style Family Day
Saturday, 23 April, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Join the NGCI Education Department for free family fun art activities based on the exhibition Native Sons – Twenty Years On. Special workshop with Native Sons artist Chris Christian starts at 10:00 AM.
Register here.
Upcoming Panel Discussion
Wednesday, 27 April. Doors open at 5:00 PM. Discussion begins at 6:00 PM. Join artists, curators and members of the public for a thought provoking panel discussion about the work of the Native Sons and Caymanian art. Admission is free.
Conversations with the Curator
Thursday, 2 June. Doors open at 5:00 PM. Tour begins at 6:00 PM. Join the exhibition’s curator Kerri-Anne Chisholm as she takes you through a 20-year journey of the Native Sons. Explore the exhibition and learn about Caymanian artists. Admission is free and all are welcome.
In the News
See the Full Programme
Want to view the full programme of events related to the exhibition Native Sons – Twenty Years On?
Visit our website and learn about upcoming art workshops, student resources, film screenings and more!
Thank you!
Thank you to Cayman National for part sponsoring the exhibition Native Sons – Twenty Years On. We couldn’t do what we do without the support from corporate organisations like Cayman National. We are truly thankful that we can offer free admission to everyone and an extensive programme of free community events.
Register and/or RSVP at link below for all events
Website: www.nationalgallery.org.ky
COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)
THU APR 14 – SUN APR 24
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat
The Cayman Drama Society presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat with shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday from April 7th through April 24th at 730pm. There will also be matinees on April 17th and 24th at 5pm.
SAT APR 16
Culture at the Cinema Man and Superman
Culture at the Cinema featuring Man and Superman is Saturday (16 Apr) at 7pm at Regal Cinemas.
Camana Bay’s Slow Food Day Food Revolution Kids Culinary Challenge is Saturday (16 Apr) from 1230pm to 2pm in Gardenia Court at Camana Bay. The Farm to Table dinner is at 7pm on The Crescent.
Chamber of Commerce’s Earth Day Clean-Up
Volunteer for the Chamber of Commerce’s Earth Day Clean-Up on April 16 from 7a.m. — 10 a.m. Resources will be provided while supplies last. Register at www.caymanchamber.ky
Earth Day Island Wide Roadside Clean-Up
The Chamber of Commerce’s Earth Day Island Wide Roadside Clean-Up on April 16. Anyone interested in sponsoring or participating can contact Nikita Durrant at reception@caymanchamber.
20th Annual Earth Day Clean-Up
The 20th Annual Earth Day Clean-Up will be on April 16th with brunch and a Family Fun Day at Public Beach after the Clean-Up!
SUN APR 17
Dr. J. Hugh Cummings Memorial 5K Walk
The Annual Dr. J. Hugh Cummings Memorial 5K Walk is Sunday (17 Apr) at 6:30 AM.
MON APR 18
St George’s Anglican Church Patronal Festival – Desert Islands Discs
Rev Mary Graham picks musical disks she takes with her to a deserted Caribbean island that mean a lot to her and why.
Church Hall, Courts Road, off Eastern Ave. 7pm – 9pm
Admission $5 includes light refreshments
TUE APR 19
Seafarers Association General Meeting
The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association wishes to inform all Members that there will be a General Meeting, on Tuesday 19 April 2016 at 7:30 PM. in the Seafarer’s Hall, 11 Victory Ave. Prospect.
St George’s Anglican Church Patronal Festival – Bingo & Line Dancing
Church Hall, Courts Road, off Eastern Ave. 7pm – 9pm
Admission $5
WED APR 20
Floetry
Floetry is Wednesday (20 Apr) at 630pm at Books and Books.
St George’s Anglican Church Patronal Festival – St George Mass
Church Hall, Courts Road, off Eastern Ave. 7pm
THU APR 21
Glen Inanga Piano Recital for Cayman Islands Arts Festival Scholarship Programme
Immigration: Work Permits
The Chamber of Commerce presents Immigration: Work Permits with Nick Joseph on Thursday (21 Apr) from 9:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. at their office in Governors Square. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky
St George’s Anglican Church Patronal Festival – ABBA Movie Night
Church Hall, Courts Road, off Eastern Ave. 7pm
Movie: Mama Mia
Admission $5 Includes light refreshments. Dress up as ABBA.
FRI APR 22
St George’s Anglican Church Patronal Festival – Family Feast & Games Night
Church Hall, Courts Road, off Eastern Ave. 7pm
Tickets $15 Adults Child $5
SAT APR 23
Rotary Science Fair
The Rotary Science Fair is Saturday (23 Apr) from 10 to 3pm at the Arts and Recreation Center.
Sixth Annual Breast Cancer Beach Walk
The Sixth Annual Breast Cancer Beach Walk is Saturday (23 April) at Royal Palms at 7pm. Register now at breastcancerfoundation.ky.
SUN APR 24
Revival Services
The Red Bay Church of God (Holiness) will hold Revival Services Sunday — Friday (24 – 29 Apr) at 6PM on Sunday and 730pm on weeknights.
Prosperity Capital Management Internship
Apply now for an internship with Prosperity Capital Management. This internship is being offered as part of the National Internship Programme. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience of accounting as well as some specifics of the funds industry. Various practical training sessions will be offered combined with the daily hands-on experience. The internship opportunity is available for those studying finance or accounting at a local college/university. Email [email protected] or call 945-3114 for application forms. Deadline is April 24th 2015.
April Events at Camana Bay
This is the month to experience all things local with the return of Slow Food Day, a full-day event celebrating Cayman’s home-grown food scene. You can find your next treasure at a car boot sale, get your kids to fall in love with reading during a weekly book club or take some time for yourself and enjoy pampering opportunities with Eclipze Hair Design & Day Spa’s 23rd anniversary celebration. With Mother’s Day approaching, you can also celebrate early with a special Mom & Me cooking class and a family portrait session.
Here is a quick look at our special events:
Saturday 16 April
10am-12pm
The Paseo, Gardenia Court and Bon Vivant
Food Revolution Kids’ Culinary Challenge
Saturday 16 April
12:30-2pm
Farm-to-Table Dinner
Saturday 16 April
7pm
The Crescent
Culture at the Cinema
Man and Superman
Saturday 16 April
7pm
Regal Cinemas
Burger Beer Bash Cooking Class
Tuesday 19 April
6-8pm
Floetry
Wednesday 20 April
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books
Rotary Science Fair
Saturday 23 April
10am-3pm
The Arts & Recreation Centre
Budding Chef Cooking Class
Pizza Mania
Saturday 23 April
12-1pm
Cuisine of the Sun Dinner
Thursday 28 April
7pm
Ortanique
Mother’s Day Portraits
Saturday 30 April
10am-1pm
Mom & Me Cooking Class
Saturday 30 April
12-1pm
