- By Jan Critchley
Ole Skool Dance
Quito's Gazebo have a great night of Ole Skool dancing lined up this Saturday with music by DJ Wiz. $10 on the door from 10pm till late – so get your dancing shoes on.
Party Weekend at UP's
It's all happening this weekend at UP's with two special party nights lined up. On Friday night, there is live music by" Pumpa and the Unit" – then on Saturday groove on to "Red Lion Sounds." Both nights start at 10pm and Dr Dre will keep you rocking all night long!
Great Scot
This year's Burns Night celebration will be held at the Royal BVI Yacht Club on Friday 27th January where you can enjoy Cock-a-Leekie Soup, Haggis, Neeps & Tatties and much more. To bring the night to a close, a rousing chorus of Auld Lang Syne is also a must! So dress in your best tartan this Friday, and raise your glass to celebrate the life and works of "The Bard."
Governor's Cup
Registration for his year's Governor's Cup is also on Friday at the RBVIYC. The race is for both cruising and racing classes and the first start will not be before 10.30am on Saturday morning. Prefer not to sail? Then watch all the racing action from the RBVIYC balcony!
Some Like it Raw
"Origin" is the newly renovated cocktail bar and sushi kitchen formerly known as "Three Sheets," where Chef Fernando Casa prepares exquisite and absolutely stunning plates of sushi nightly. Try it out and they will buy you a drink! Just mention the code words: black samurai. "Origin" is also open for sushi takeout at lunch between the hours of 12:00pm and 2:00pm. Give it a whirl – you will love it!
Artists against Addiction
Come and support this worthy cause, the Artists Against Addiction Showcase on Sunday, January 29th at 3pm in the Breezeway of the Central Administration Building. Hosted by the Sandy Lane Centre, the event will feature several local artists, groups and those in the performing arts to raise awareness of substance abuse in the Virgin Islands. So bring the family for this fun and informative day out.
Slogan Competition
Put your creative talents to the test and come up with a catchy theme and slogan for Festival 2012. The theme must focus on the territory's historical and/or cultural heritage and include the words "Festival 2012." Submit your entry to the Department of Culture before Friday 3rd February and be in to win $250!
