Cayman Brac Public Invited to LA Events

With the LA meeting on Cayman Brac, 5-7 September 2018, Hon. Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of the Cayman Islands, Hon. Dr. W. McKeeva Bush, OBE, JP, Hons MSc, MLA , invites Cayman Brac residents to a number of special events. These include:

• A special church service at Church of God Holiness in Watering Place, on Sunday, 2 September, at 11 a.m., followed by a public lunch at the Seaman’s Centre.
• The State Opening of the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday, 5 September, at 10 a.m. at Aston Rutty Centre.
• A reception to honor past and present parliamentarians for services rendered to the Islands, particularly Cayman Brac on Wednesday evening, at 6.30 p.m. at Spelman Mclaughlin’s House, Creek, Cayman Brac. Refreshments will be served.

 

Cayman Drama Society: Acting class places and Anne Frank tickets selling out!

TICKETS ARE SELLING OUT FOR THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK!

Come be a fly on the wall of the secret annex and see The Diary Of Anne Frank at the Playhouse this September. Tickets are selling fast so don’t miss your chance. See here for current info:

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE: 6th Sept, 9th Sept, 14th Sept, 15th Sept

SOLD OUT: 7th Sept, 8th Sept, 13th Sept, 16th Sept

If the date required is not available, please email [email protected] with your name, contact email and number, requested date and tickets to be added to the waiting list.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Four senior Caymanians terminated at Cayman Islands Port Authority

In a statement released to the media last Monday (27) from Acting Director at the Cayman Islands Port Authority, Joseph Woods, it stated four senior Caymanians have been terminated to “restructure its resources”.

No cause was given for the firing although all four had been given a certain notice period.

Woods said it was in order to meet challenges faced by the port and to allow it still to deliver the services required.

The posts terminated were stated as deputy director and chief human resources officer, deputy director and chief commercial officer, deputy director and chief operating officer, and operations and events manager.

No names were given.

 

World Water Week 26 – 31 August, 2018

World Water Week is the annual focal point for the globe’s water issues. It is organized by SIWI. In 2018, World Water Week will address the theme “Water, ecosystems and human development”. In 2017, over 3,300 individuals and around 380 convening organizations from 135 countries participated in the Week.

Experts, practitioners, decision-makers, business innovators and young professionals from a range of sectors and countries come to Stockholm to network, exchange ideas, foster new thinking and develop solutions to the most pressing water-related challenges of today. We believe water is key to our future prosperity, and that together, we can achieve a water wise world.

For more; http://www.worldwaterweek.org/

 

New Royal Caribbean Video

Royal Caribbean have just launched, “Inside The Bamboo Room: Royal Caribbean Serves Up The Royal Zombie.” Watch how The Royal Zombie, a signature cocktail at The Bamboo Room, is created in the new Polynesian-themed bar on the amped-up Mariner of the Seas.

View Video Here: https://www.royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com/video/1047/inside-the-bamboo-room-royal-caribbean-serves-up-the-royal-zombie/

 

Latecia Bush is Miss Teen Cayman [Islands]

Miss Teen Cayman pageant was held at the Lions Centre last Saturday (25) night.

Latecia Bush (16) of Bodden Town was chosen as Miss Teen Cayman.

She competed against Soleyah Greene (16), representing George Town; Caitlin Seymour (17) of Bodden Town, and Aliyah Harrison (17) of West Bay, who won the People’s Choice Award.

 

Update: Cayman Islands Motor Vehicle Accident Involving Heavy Equipment, 26 August

Just after 10:15AM today, Sunday 26  August, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to Motor Vehicile Incident that occurred at the Chrissy Tomlinson Roundabout located in Prospect off the East West Arterial Bypass.

The incident occurred when heavy equipment fell off the trailer of a dump truck when it was maneuvering the roundabout. This caused damage to the roadway as well as oil spills. No one was injured during this incident.

The roadway between the Red Bay Roundabout and the Chrissy Tomlinson Roundabout is currently closed and motorits are being asked to use shamrock Road when heading in the Bodden Town direction from George Town.

 

Cayman Islands Immigration Ministry confirms senior official still in post

Grand Cayman (GIS) – Following the recent conviction of Deputy Chief Immigration Officer (DCIO) Garfield Wong in relation to two traffic offences, the Ministry of Immigration confirms that Mr Wong remains in post with the Immigration Department.

The Ministry will revaluate DCIO Wong’s circumstances once the court’s actions on these traffic matters are concluded.

 

Cayman Airways flight diverted for medical emergency

Cayman Airways officials say at approximately 10:35am (EST) this morning, Cayman Airways flight KX793, travelling from New York to Grand Cayman, diverted into Miami, Florida as a result of a passenger medical emergency.

The aircraft was met by medical personnel who attended to the passenger with the medical emergency. The passenger was able to be deplaned and taken for the necessary medical attention. Other passengers remained onboard while the aircraft was refueled.

The aircraft departed Miami at 11:12am (EST) for Grand Cayman.

 

Cayman v. USA & Nicuaragua

 

Pay boost for Cayman Islands government school teachers

At an annual event to welcome Government school educators, Minister of Education, Hon. Julianna O’Connor Connolly says starting this September, teachers will be earning $4,300 per month and next September no government teacher will be making less than $5,000 per month.

The minister also announced improvements to some schools, the addition of special education vehicle and reiterated Government decision to enforce it’s new dress code policy for Government schools, “Take Pride in your Stride.

 

Is there a safe crypto wallet?

Do you ever really feel safe using a crypto wallet? Do you have the expertise to use a cold crypto wallet? Have you ever lost money in any of your crypto wallets? They all say they are safe, but they are not because we have seen over $2 billion dollars in crypto stolen in just this year alone. One company, Eclypses, a cybersecurity company which uses MTE to secure data has created KryptiWallet, the first of its kind safest Digital wallet available on the web, offering ease of use and PCI DSS Level 1 certified compliance. Would you like to learn more about how you can now feel safe and trust a digital wallet?

For more: https://www.eclypses.com/eclypses-microtokenization-technology/

 

Software patentability 4 years after Alice

What is the latest state of play when it comes to patent-eligible subject matter in the software sector? Four years on from the Supreme Court’s Alice decision, should Congress act to remedy the uncertainty over Section 101? What impact might the Federal Circuit’s decision in Berkheimer have on disputes concerning software patents?

At IAM’s second annual Software IP conference (October 30, San Francisco), industry experts will be tackling this and many other hot-button issues confronting the sector.

Patent heads from Alibaba and Facebook will discuss the patentability of software globally with a session focusing on:

• Views from the United States, China, and Europe, and the different approaches

• Updates from the USPTO and the impact of Berkheimer

• The varying methods for protecting and enforcing software globally

• How prosecution strategies have evolved

• How damages and injunctions could and should be handled

Hear from software IP experts – see attached

Be a part of the discussion and hear from the leaders of the software IP industry.

To register go to: https://www.cvent.com/events/software-ip/registration-84ca6114a62b4ea9940e1039b270d7a6.aspx?fqp=true&_cldee=Y29saW5AbWFnbmFjYXJ0YW11c2ljYWx0cmlhbC5jb20%3d&recipientid=contact-57e8272377944a28afebfbf6398e3864-4bec9379cb914cadbc094636ed30a1e5&utm_source=ClickDimensions&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=IAM%20Software%20IP%202018%20-%20Marketing&esid=ec3a1fed-88a7-e811-815a-70106fa7c0e1&urlid=7

We look forward to seeing you in San Francisco!

 

Cayman Islands: Media Studies @ UCCI: Video Editing 1

Check out the media studies courses being offered at UCCI this fall!

Media Studies courses at UCCI

This fall UCCI is offering several courses in Media Studies, including Video Editing 1, Videography 1, Introduction to Broadcast Journalism, and History of American Cinema. Whether you’re interested in considering a career in video production or pursuing it as a hobby, check out our course offerings and sign up!

For more: http://www.ucci.tv/

 

Cayman Islands: Roadworks Planned for Esterly Tibbetts Highway

The National Roads Authority (NRA) would like to notify the public that work will be conducted on Esterly Tibbetts Highway, near the Century 21 roundabout, on Sunday 26th August.

The work will be carried out between 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. by Island Paving, on behalf of the NRA. There will be some lane closure to facilitate the work. Motorists are asked to follow all signs and drive with caution.

For more information contact the NRA at 946-7780.

 

Cayman Islands – we have new baby workshops for you

If you have a baby or a baby on the way and you would like to learn more about how to help your child with learning language, play and movement skills, then this is the workshop series for you. There will be 3 workshops with each one focusing on a different aspect of development.

You can find all the details on the flyer below to register, but hurry as spaces are limited!

We are here to help!

Chatterbox, PO Box 31271, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands KY1-1206 Cayman Islands

 

Cayman Islands; East End District Community Meeting Thursday, 30 August

The RCIPS will be holding a District Community Meeting in East End on Thursday evening, 30 August. The meeting will be held at 7:00PM at the East End Presbyterian Church Hall.

The meeting is open to the public and residents are encouraged to attend in order to express concerns and ask questions. Refreshments will be served.

 

Cayman Islands Government School Orientation Dates

The Ministry of Education and Department of Education Services (DES) wishes to inform all who attend Government schools of the upcoming orientation dates for the 2018-2019 school year.

 

Cayman Islands NCVO Bargain Shop Extending Opening Hours

The NCVO’s New To You Bargain Shop is extending its opening hours from three to seven hours daily for the remainder of August. Starting on Monday 13th August the Bargain Shop will open from 10:00am to 6:00pm daily (except Sundays) continuing through the end of the month.

Customers can find a myriad of lightly used products on sale including household items, baby supplies, stuffed animals and toys, shoes, books, clothes (including select school uniforms) and craft items.

The New To You Bargain Shop is located at 90A Anthony Drive off Smith Road (beside the rear entrance of the Pines Retirement Home). Sales from the thrift shop benefit the NCVO’s children’s programmes.

For more information on the New to You Bargain Shop, its donation policy or volunteering contact Mona at [email protected] or call 949-2124/526

 

Domestic Violence Intervention Workshop Grand Cayman

The Family Resource (FRC) is hosting a Domestic Violence Intervention Training (DVITP) workshop for frontline professionals and interested members of the community on Wednesday, 29 to Friday, 31 August.

The free three-day workshop will be held in George Town Library, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. As well as taking part in interactive presentations from external facilitators, participants will learn about ways to support individuals and families dealing with domestic violence.

For further information and to register for the Grand Cayman workshop contact the FRC at 949-0006 or email [email protected] to register.

Please note that the DVITP scheduled for Cayman Brac this month has been cancelled.

General tickets now on sale for Cayman Drama Society’s DIARY OF ANNE FRANK!

DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO SEE A PIECE OF HISTORY COME TO LIFE!

Cayman Drama Society is thrilled to announce that tickets to our next main production, The Diary Of Anne Frank, are now on sale for all. Simply click this link  and get yours now!

THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
A Play by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett
Based upon “Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl”
Newly Adapted by Wendy Kesselman

Set in World War II, The Diary Of Anne Frank has been brought back to life by Wendy Kesselman in this powerful and emotional new adaptation of the original diary. Come be a fly on the wall in The Secret Annex, where a group of desperate Jewish people are living in hiding from the Nazi regime. Watch the highs and lows of their underground life together during World War Two, through the eyes of the most positive household member. This new version brings history to our stage through a youthful voice of hope, and a young girls dream of becoming a writer.

Shows are at the Prospect Playhouse on Thursdays, Fridays andSaturday evenings from 6th Sept to 16th September at 7.30pm, with Sundaymatinees on the 9th and 16th at 4pm. Doors open one hour before the performance with The Curtain Call Bar.

Tickets for all performances are only CI$25 for Adults and CI$15 for Students (this show has a PG rating and is approximately 2 hours long plus a short interval).

Click here to book now!

Liquor Licensing Board Cayman Brac & Little Cayman

 

Cayman Islands: NRA Announces Construction of the Elgin Avenue Extension

The National Roads Authority (NRA) has begun construction of the Elgin Avenue extension.

The construction will extend east of Elgin Avenue from the CNB roundabout, connecting to a new two-lane roundabout, with exits to Printer Way and Crewe Road. When construction is complete motorist will not be able to access Printer Way via Thomas Russell Avenue.

Construction will last approximately four months. During the construction period drivers are asked to keep watch for traffic diversions and asked to drive with caution.

NRA thanks the public for their patience during these roadworks, and look forward to providing the benefit of these much-needed improvements.

Please call 946-7780 or Email [email protected] if you have any questions or comments regarding this project.

100WF | 3rd Annual Corporate Mixology Competition to benefit Special Needs Foundation Cayman Islands

When:

September 20, 2018 – 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Click here for more information: http://www.cayman.finance/events2/100wf-3rd-annual-corporate-mixology-competition-benefit-special-needs-foundation-cayman/

Location:

Karoo, Camana Bay

The Cresent at Camana Bay, Cayman Islands

Cayman Islands; 24th Annual Conference on Women’s Health: Care Of Women Over 50

Grand Cayman, , Cayman Islands

Wed, Nov 14 – Sat, Nov 17, 2018

Synopsis

Including topics on: Breast Cancer, Mental Health, Sexual Dysfunction, Urogynecology, Menopause, and much more…

Providers

Symposia Medicus

Dates

Wed, Nov 14 – Sat, Nov 17, 2018

Venue

The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa

30620 Seven Mile Beach, Seven Mile Beach 0

Grand Cayman,

Cayman Islands

Contact Information

Phone: (925) 969-1789

Contact Name: Jim Goodrich

Contact E-mail: [email protected]

Website: http://www.symposiamedicus.org/Assets/Conference/1477/1477.html

Topics

Breast Cancer, Mental Health, Sexual Dysfunction, Urogynecology, Menopause, and much more…

Faculty

James Fiorica, MD, FACOG; Charles Rardin, MD; et.al

Est Attendance

175-225