< PreviousChristmas Wishes 2023 8 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023 ART NEST WINTER WORKSHOPS Elizabethan Square Winter Peacock Acrylic Painting Workshop: 9 December Cuppa Hot Chocolate Candle Making Workshop: 12 December Intro to Pottery Wheel Workshop: 14 December Textured Canvas Art Workshop: 28 December Book through artnest.frsolutions.ky. GINGERBREAD HOUSE WORKSHOP The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman 9, 10, 16, 17, 18 December | 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Work together to create a unique gingerbread house. Maximum of four guests per house. Cost is $120 per gingerbread house, plus gratuities. One pre-assembled gingerbread house provided per group, with decorations. Reservations required as event books up quickly. Call 815-6019 to book. HOLIDAY SYNCHRONISED SWIMMING SHOW Camana Bay Sports Complex Saturday, 9 December | 5:30 p.m. Adults $25, kids $15. Food and drink available for purchase. Doors open 4:30 p.m. and show starts 5:30 p.m. Tickets available at eventpro.ky. WANDERLUST BRUNCH Goldfield Galley at Cayman Turtle Centre Sunday, 10 December | 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cayman Turtle Centre’s signature Wanderlust Christmas brunch takes place at the attraction’s Goldfield Galley. Cost is US$68 without alcohol, US$85 with bubbles or cocktails, US$38 for children under 13, and free for children 2 years old and under. Book at turtle.ky/events-calendar. CHRISTMAS AT THE CASTLE Pedro St. James Sunday, 10 December Enjoy a tree lighting, carol singing, food and drink, Santa visit and photos, Christmas market and raffles. Admission is free. ELMSLIE CHURCH CAROL CONCERT Elmslie Memorial United Church Tuesday, 12 December and Thursday, 14 December | 6:30 p.m. Traditional carols concert performed by the Cayman Islands National Choir and the Cayman Islands National Orchestra. Attendance is free. CHRISTMAS SING-ALONG SPECTACULAR Harquail Theatre Wednesday, 13 December and Thursday 14 December | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Presented by Cayman Music School, sing along to your favourite Disney and Christmas songs, $25 for adults, and $15 for children up to 12 years old. Tickets available on eventpro.ky. BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Cayman Turtle Centre Saturday, 16 December and Saturday, 23 December Enjoy breakfast, games, treats, music and a visit from Santa. Cost is US$38 per person. Book at turtle.ky/events-calendar. GINGERBREAD MAN TEA The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman Sunday, 17 December to 24 December 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Selection of tea, sandwiches, scones, pastries and sweets, as well as the chance to decorate a gingerbread man. Adults $95, children ages 6 to 12 $55, children ages 3 to 5 $25. Call 815-6019 to book. CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENT Splash gift shop at Cayman Turtle Centre Tuesday, 19 December | 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Shop all day for gifts including jewellery, children’s toys, and locally crafted favourites. From 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. enjoy festive music, light bites, and a welcome cocktail. This event is free and open to the public. CAMANA BAY: MOONLIGHT & MOVIES The Crescent Tuesday, 19 December | 6:30 p.m. Watch “Arthur Christmas” movie under the stars on Camana Bay’s Crescent, which will be festively decorated for the season. Christmas calendar Breakfast with Santa at Cayman Turtle Centre.Moonlight and movies at Camana Bay.Christmas Wishes 2023 9 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023Christmas Wishes 2023 10 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023 caymannational.com Monday 25 December (Christmas Day) Tuesday 26 December (Boxing Day) Monday 1 January (New Year’s Day) We will be closed on the following days: Holiday Banking {Please remember that our ATMs and Online Banking will be available to you over the Holidays.} From all of us at Cayman National, we wish you and your family a blessed Christmas and a prosperous New Year.Christmas Wishes 2023 11 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023 Greetings of peace, love and joy boddens.ky Wishing you and all our esteemed clients a festive season and a healthy and prosperous 2024. In lieu of corporate gi�ing, we have made a donation to Alzheimer's and Dementia Association of the Cayman Islands. 1053 Crewe Rd. George Town Tel: (345) 947-8900 healthcaregh@healthcarepharmacy.ky Open 7 DaYS A WEEK Sun & Public Holidays 10am-6pm GRAND HARBOUR Order or refill your prescriptions online at www.healthcarepharmacy.ky GOVERNOR’S SQUARE 7 Mile Beach Tel: (345) 949-8900 rx@healthcarepharmacy.ky Open Mon-Fri 9am-6pm - Sat 9am-6pmChristmas Wishes 2023 12 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023 INNER LAN E OUTER LAN E IN N ER L A N E O U TE R L A N E SI N GL E LA N E IN N ER LA N E OU TE R LA N E IN N ER LA N E OU TE R L A N E IN NE R LA N E OU TE R LA N E Unless otherwise marked when turning left: Navigating a single lane roundabout: Look out for trucks!!Navigating a mini roundabout: Unless otherwise marked when going straight ahead: Unless otherwise marked when turning right or making a U-Turn: Keep an eye out for pedestrians and cyclists Golden rule • Pedestrians need to find a gap in the traffic, then cross using the refuge island (if provided) while being on the look-out for traffic entering and exiting the roundabout. • Make sure you are aware of traffic that is entering and exiting the roundabout and the traffic is aware of you. • Motorists, remember to constantly be on the look-out for pedestrians crossing the road. • Only experienced cyclists should ride through the roundabout. The same rules of the road apply for a cyclist as a motorist. The ‘golden rule’ is to help motorists to drive safely at any roundabout regardless of the number of exits: Think of the roundabout as a clock. For exits between 6 o’clock and 12 o’clock: • Approach in the outer lane. • Indicate and leave roundabout at desired exit. For exits between 12 o’clock and 6 o’clock: • Approach in the inner lane. • Travel on the inner lane of the roundabout past 12 o’clock. • Indicate and leave roundabout at desired exit. • Approach from the outer lane. • Indicate to turn left and to exit. • Give way and enter when there is a safe gap. • Stay in the outer lane of the roundabout. • Approach from the inner lane. • Indicate to turn right upon entering the roundabout. • Give way and enter when there is a safe gap. • Stay in the inner lane of the roundabout. • Indicate left as you pass the exit before the one you intend to take. • Give way and enter when there is a safe gap. • Indicate a left turn as you pass the exit before the one you intend to take. • Choose either lane and stay in the lane. • Enter and exit in the same lane. • If you are in the merge lane you must give way. • As you approach, slow down. • Give way to vehicles already in the roundabout. • When there is a safe gap, merge into traffic in a clockwise direction. • Never stop in the roundabout. • Indicate left as you pass the exit before the one you intend to take. • Long, oversize vehicles, trucks and trailers may straddle both lanes on a roundabout and have limited visibility to the right, left and rear of the vehicle in a roundabout; never attempt to drive adjacent to or pass these vehicles. • If you follow a long or oversized vehicle into a roundabout, do not attempt to pass it. • Give way to vehicles on your right. • Do NOT treat as a three way/four way stop. • Pass to the left of the central markings. • Oversize vehicles, trucks and trailers may drive over all or part of the painted circle if necessary. • Extra caution and slower speeds are recommended for mini-roundabouts as there is less time to maneuver and signal. Know your way around a DASHING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS Road Safety Tips GOING LEFT GOING RIGHT OR MAKING A U-TURN SINGLE LANE ROUNDABOUTGOING STRAIGHT AHEAD LONG AND OVERSIZE VEHICLES MINI ROUNDABOUTCYCLIST & PEDESTRIAN USAGEGOLDEN RULE DRIVE ON LEFT #Arrivealive345 & Happy Holidays Merry Christmas Cayman BUCKLE UP! DON’T DRINK & DRIVE! DON’T TEXT & DRIVE! STOP AT RED LIGHTS! YIELD TO EMERGENCY VEHICLES! WATCH OUT FOR PEDESTRIANS! Enjoy the festive season, be safe and we will see you in 2024!Christmas Wishes 2023 13 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023 INNER LAN E OUTER LAN E IN N ER L A N E O U TE R L A N E SI N GL E LA N E IN N ER LA N E OU TE R LA N E IN N ER LA N E OU TE R L A N E IN NE R LA N E OU TE R LA N E Unless otherwise marked when turning left: Navigating a single lane roundabout: Look out for trucks!!Navigating a mini roundabout: Unless otherwise marked when going straight ahead: Unless otherwise marked when turning right or making a U-Turn: Keep an eye out for pedestrians and cyclists Golden rule • Pedestrians need to find a gap in the traffic, then cross using the refuge island (if provided) while being on the look-out for traffic entering and exiting the roundabout. • Make sure you are aware of traffic that is entering and exiting the roundabout and the traffic is aware of you. • Motorists, remember to constantly be on the look-out for pedestrians crossing the road. • Only experienced cyclists should ride through the roundabout. The same rules of the road apply for a cyclist as a motorist. The ‘golden rule’ is to help motorists to drive safely at any roundabout regardless of the number of exits: Think of the roundabout as a clock. For exits between 6 o’clock and 12 o’clock: • Approach in the outer lane. • Indicate and leave roundabout at desired exit. For exits between 12 o’clock and 6 o’clock: • Approach in the inner lane. • Travel on the inner lane of the roundabout past 12 o’clock. • Indicate and leave roundabout at desired exit. • Approach from the outer lane. • Indicate to turn left and to exit. • Give way and enter when there is a safe gap. • Stay in the outer lane of the roundabout. • Approach from the inner lane. • Indicate to turn right upon entering the roundabout. • Give way and enter when there is a safe gap. • Stay in the inner lane of the roundabout. • Indicate left as you pass the exit before the one you intend to take. • Give way and enter when there is a safe gap. • Indicate a left turn as you pass the exit before the one you intend to take. • Choose either lane and stay in the lane. • Enter and exit in the same lane. • If you are in the merge lane you must give way. • As you approach, slow down. • Give way to vehicles already in the roundabout. • When there is a safe gap, merge into traffic in a clockwise direction. • Never stop in the roundabout. • Indicate left as you pass the exit before the one you intend to take. • Long, oversize vehicles, trucks and trailers may straddle both lanes on a roundabout and have limited visibility to the right, left and rear of the vehicle in a roundabout; never attempt to drive adjacent to or pass these vehicles. • If you follow a long or oversized vehicle into a roundabout, do not attempt to pass it. • Give way to vehicles on your right. • Do NOT treat as a three way/four way stop. • Pass to the left of the central markings. • Oversize vehicles, trucks and trailers may drive over all or part of the painted circle if necessary. • Extra caution and slower speeds are recommended for mini-roundabouts as there is less time to maneuver and signal. Know your way around a DASHING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS Road Safety Tips GOING LEFT GOING RIGHT OR MAKING A U-TURN SINGLE LANE ROUNDABOUTGOING STRAIGHT AHEAD LONG AND OVERSIZE VEHICLES MINI ROUNDABOUTCYCLIST & PEDESTRIAN USAGEGOLDEN RULE DRIVE ON LEFT #Arrivealive345 & Happy Holidays Merry Christmas Cayman BUCKLE UP! DON’T DRINK & DRIVE! DON’T TEXT & DRIVE! STOP AT RED LIGHTS! YIELD TO EMERGENCY VEHICLES! WATCH OUT FOR PEDESTRIANS! Enjoy the festive season, be safe and we will see you in 2024!Christmas Wishes 2023 14 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023 For children the Christmas holidays are a time of excitement, anticipation and a much-needed break from school. They can also be a time to take advantage of the variety of camps available on island. Here are a few to choose from: CAYMAN ISLANDS SAILING CLUB Sail the days away at the Cayman Islands Sailing Club Christmas camps. Camp 1 takes place from 18 to 20 December at a cost of $330 for members and $395 for non-members, and camp 2 takes place 21 to 22 December at a cost of $22 for members and $285 for non-members. A 10% sibling discount is available, and early drop off and late pick up available. Location: Red Bay, 244 Spinnaker Road Email: sailing.ky Phone: 947-7913 FITNESS CONNECTION CHRISTMAS CAMP An awesome camp for kids aged 4 to 8, Fitness Connection provides a wide range of activities to fuel young minds and bodies, from daily excursions to beach and pool time, to arts and crafts. This camp fills up quickly. Location: Glen Eden Road Email: fitness@fitness.ky Phone: 949-8485 ART NEST WINTER IMAGINATION CAMP Let imaginations run wild with festive art and crafts, fine arts, polymer clay sculpting, drawing, holiday S.T.E.A.M projects, ceramic ornament painting, canvas painting and gift crafts such as candle making. Week 1 takes place 18 to 22 December, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at a cost of $450, and week 2 takes place 27 to 29 December at a cost of $300 with all materials, supplies, snacks and lunch included. Sibling discount of $25 off each child’s fee. Open to ages 5 to 11. Location: Art Nest Creative Studio, Elizabethan Square Email: hello@artnestcayman.com Phone: 927-2259 CAYMAN RIDING SCHOOL HORSE RIDING AND FUN ON THE FARM Children will have daily lessons, trial rides, vaulting and gymkhana games. They will learn how to groom, bathe and look after a pony and all their kid-friendly farm animals. Children will ride in small groups depending on age and confidence. No previous experience necessary. Riding helmets are provided. Fully qualified riding Instructors. Cost is $300 per week or $65 per day. Camp takes place 18 to 22 December, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Location: Cayman Riding School, Hirst Road. Savannah. Email: CaymanRidingSchool@gmail.com Phone: 926-7669 SUPERHERO & PRINCESS CAMP This superhero and princess themed camp for children 3 years old and older offers games, crafts, makeovers and tattoos. Children will learn the ropes of how to become a superhero and princess from their favourite characters, all while working on fine and gross motor skills, table etiquette, musicality, writing and numbers, and the mind-body connect. Camp runs from 18 to 22 December and costs $369 for full day (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.), and $279 for half day (8 a.m. to 12 p.m.) Visit cinderellasparties.com to book. Location: Quinntessential Movement Email: cinderellasparties@gmail.com WhatsApp: 923-6797 CAYMAN MUSIC SCHOOL Activities include band jamming, performing, ear training, music appreciation, instrument mastery, studio time, drum circle, music lessons, karaoke, world music and field trips; some weeks may include dance, art, yoga and musical theatre. Camp runs 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., is open to ages 5 to 12 years old, and cost is $65 per day or $300 per week. Location: Camana Bay Book: forms.gle/FyMSyqGJzNEnSge76 Phone: 938-3838 ADVENTURE CAMP From 18 to 22 December and 27 to 29 December, kids can enjoy surfing, snorkelling, outdoor games and sports. The aim of the camp is for kids to have fun and become more comfortable in and around water. Suitable for kids between 9 and 14 years old. Bring water bottles, sunscreen, hats, extra shirts. Cost is $95 per day and lunch, fruit, extra sunscreen and surfboards provided. Location: Drop off in Snug Harbour and pick up from Pizza Hut West Bay Road. Email: micabeach@gmail.com Phone: 927-8690 Y CAMP YMCA Christmas Camp takes place 18 to 22 December for children age 5 to 12 years old. Camp runs 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with extended hours also available. The camp offers a variety of sports and games including football, relay races, basketball, badminton, Gaga Ball, high ropes, archery and more. Christmas-themed arts and crafts projects, such as letters to Santa, Christmas tree decorations and decorating Christmas cookies are also on offer. Pricing for Y Camp is $285 per week. Location: Dart Field of Dreams Website: ymcacayman.ky Phone: 926-9622 CAYMAN SPORTY KIDZ Kids ages 5 to 10 years old can enjoy tennis, swimming, dodgeball, football, beach games and paddle boarding, sand castle competition, field trips to The Turtle Centre, Camana Bay and lots more. Camp runs 18 to 22 December, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and costs $250 per week. Must be good swimmers to take part. Location: CIS, Camana Bay, Public Beach, Turtle Centre Email: caymansportykidz@gmail.com Phone: 327-5923 Christmas camps for kids Cayman Sporty Kidz. Y Camp. Cayman Islands Sailing Club.Cayman Music School.Christmas Wishes 2023 15 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023Christmas Wishes 2023 16 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023 Santa’s red and white suit can be spotted around-island once again this year. Here are a few places where you can be sure to hear him say ho, ho, ho. SANTA PHOTOS AT CAMANA BAY 9 December It has become something of a festive must- do these past few years to visit Camana Bay to have a family photo taken with Father Christmas. Go round to Heliconia Court from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for Santa photos with AJ Conolly. CHRISTMAS AT THE CASTLE Pedro St. James | 10 December Spend a Sunday evening at Pedro St. James enjoying a celebration of Christmas under the stars. Entry is free and guests can enjoy carol singing, food and drinks, Santa visits and photos, and Christmas market raffle prizes. Call 947-3329 for more information. JINGLE BELL WALK/RUN 10 December Join Cayman Island Crisis Centre for its 20th anniversary festive Jingle Bell 5K or 10K walk/run fundraiser. The event begins at the Holiday Inn Resort and runs from 6:30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m., with the race starting at 7 a.m. Breakfast and prizes are on offer. There’s a prize for the best dressed participant, so wear festive gear for this fun morning. Plus, Santa will be there to cheer you on, and there will be plenty of raffle prizes and a delicious breakfast to fuel your holiday spirit. For more information, visit cicc.ky/event/jingle-bell-2023. SCOOBYLUMINATIONS Rackams | 14 December Santa visits Rackams on the waterfront, escorted by his underwater reindeer. Pop by for photos as well as the chance to meet some adoptable dogs. The event takes place from 5.30 p.m., with Santa arriving on his sleigh between 6 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. Photos can then be taken of him sitting on the sofa with the kids. BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Cayman Turtle Centre | 16 and 23 December Breakfast with Santa is held at the Turtle Centre’s Goldfield Galley, where you can enjoy a scrumptious breakfast with Christmas music, games, treats, and a special encounter with Santa Claus. Kids receive a gift to take home. Children can also write a letter to Santa and drop it inside his personal mailbox. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. All Breakfast with Santa guests will receive 15% off full park admission to be used on the same day. Details and booking at turtle.ky/events-calendar. CARIBBEAN CHRISTMAS Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa | 24 and 25 December Santa will be appearing at the Kimpton during its Caribbean Christmas at Beach Deck on 24 December. The event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., with a range of seafood, grills and a carver, as well as a live band and family entertainment. There will also be a Christmas Village market. The next day Santa returns during the Kimpton’s Christmas Day Brunch at AVE. Enjoy a luxurious brunch with bubbles and Christmas-themed craft cocktails. Both of these activities are ticketed events, so book ahead by calling 746-4111. Keep your eyes peeled as you never know where else Santa might pop up unexpectedly! HERE COMES Father Christmas Santa spreads joy at Christmas at the Castle. Fun at the Jingle Bell Walk/Run.Christmas Wishes 2023 17 FRIDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2023 Santa spreads joy at Christmas at the Castle. Thhheeheh AAArtt offfofo The Art of GGGiififitftfitittitnini ggngn WWaatata eetetrere !! Gifting Water! Embrace the art of giving and make a splash with the most essential gift of all:Water! Water Authority’s gift certificates are a unique and thoughtful way to share the essence of life itself! Whether for your loved ones, or to support local charities. Water Authority - CaymanNext >