From the Crow’s Nest | The scene
21 -27 March
BIFF
The 17th annual Bermuda International Film Festival runs March 21–27 with a lineup to suit all tastes, including three Oscar-nominated features never seen before in Bermuda. The action will be centred at Liberty Theatre in Hamilton. Enquiries: BIFF office 441 293-3456 or email info@biff.bm
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March
Annual Beach Art Festival
Horseshoe Bay Spend the day at one of Bermuda’s most beautiful beaches at the Beach Art Festival. International and local artists will transform the beach into a walk-through beach art gallery, but hurry—these masterpieces only last until the next high tide washes them away! Enquiries: Nicky Gurret, Organiser, tel 441 295-4597, e-mail gurret@ northrock.bm
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Peppercorn Ceremony
Bermuda Ocean Race
King’s Square, St. George’s, 10:30 a.m. His Excellency, the Governor, receives the annual rent for the State House from the Freemasons Lodge. This historic ceremony is complete with a parade and full costume. Enquiries: Corporation of St. George, Storekeeper’s House, tel 441 297-1532
St. George’s Dinghy & Sports Club This biannual race departs from Annapolis, Maryland, and includes inshore and offshore racing and cruising yachts. June 6 marks the expected arrival of the first of the fleet. The participating yachts remain in Bermuda for a week of events and parties hosted at the St. George’s Dinghy & Sports Club. To register, visit www.annopolisbermudarace. com. Enquiries: St. George’s Dinghy & Sports Club, tel 441 297-1612, e-mail info@stgdsc.bm or website www.bermudaoceanrace.com
April
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76th Annual Ag Show
The Annual Agricultural Exhibition showcases Bermuda’s agriculture and history. Popular among locals and visitors, the exhibition features local flora, equestrian events, and farm animals in addition to local and international entertainment. Food and refreshments are available. Admission: adults $10; children under 16 years $5; children under 5 years free; senior citizens presenting identification $5. Enquiries: Ministry of the Environment & Department of Parks, Botanical Gardens, tel 441 239-2351 or 441 239-2331, e-mail exhibition@logic.bm or website www.bdaexhibition.bm
April
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April
Annual Palm Sunday Walk
Route to be determined The Bermuda National Trust hosts this free walk every year as an opportunity for locals and tourists alike to catch a glimpse of some of the island’s most hidden gems, which remain unseen by most Bermudians.
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may
24-26
Catlin End-to-End
Come take part in one of Bermuda’s premier charitable events. The end-to-end is the perfect way to see this island by foot, while also raising money for this year’s selected charity. Walkers, runners, cyclists, rowers, and equestrians are all welcome to participate. Enquiries: Bermuda End-to-End Charity, tel 441 292-6992, e-mail ete@logic.bm or website www. bermudaendtoend.bm
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June
may
24 Appleby Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby
Start: Cambridge Road, Somerset. Finish: Pembroke The annual derby is 13 miles of excitement, competition and determination. Participation is limited to Bermudian residents only, but all are welcome to come support the participants. Enquiries: Race Director, Bermuda Marathon Weekend, tel 441 2960951, e-mail info@bermudaraceweekend.com, websites www. bermudaraceweekend.com or www.bermudamarathon.bm
Heineken Round D Island Seagull Race
Spanish Point Boat Club, Spanish Point Road, Pembroke This all-day event features small boats equipped with British Seagull engines. Sponsored by Heineken, the race raises money for “green” causes. The race is followed by a BBQ at the boat club. Enquiries: Martine Purssell, Round the Island Seagull Race, tel 441 298-1220 or e-mail martine. purssell@law.bm
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June
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