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Feb 5-11, 2015 Vol.27, No.22

YoUr Free GUide to our islands’ happenings

2015 CHAIR-ity Festival

Saturday, February 7th 12-6pm

Also this week: A type of toad @ Myett’s • Farmer’s week Food Fair @ Noel lloyd Park • Matcha’s Free Up Fridays

Photo provided by Green VI

This Week’s Feature Story by Arlena Smith

2015 Green VI CHAIR-ity Festival & Fundraiser 2015 Green VI’s Annual CHAIR-ity Exhibit and Auction Festival fundraiser is slated to take place on Saturday, 7 February 2015 at Nanny Cay beach from noon until 6pm. Now in its 4th year, the festival helps educate students, businesses and families by encouraging the Green VI’s trash to treasure concept. Having grown the CHAIR-ity event over the past four years, the organizers are combining the youth, adult and corporate entries this year. The new format for the show will include an eco festival with vendor booths, plant sales and a beach barbeque.

Proceeds from the festival go directly to Green VI and are used to promote their sustainability efforts along the themes of waste, education, energy and water. Besides Green VI’s Glass studio in Cane Garden Bay, the notfor-profit organization also assists the Department of Waste Management with implementing a comprehensive waste management strategy, facilitates environmental education and sustainability training, catalyzed the voluntary plastic bag ban and greened Ivan

Dawson Primary School among many other projects.

Anyone may participate whether an individual or group. This year, the aim is to also highlight BVI businesses that encourage sustainable living principles.

Therefore, the organizers have added a corporate entry category to the adult event touted as a fun company team-building exercise. The top winners of the corporate entries will each receive a $300 gift certificate from one of three BVI restaurants to be used toward a corporate party.

Entries will be judged on use of recycled materials and aesthetics. Chairs may be made from scratch or entrants may recycle an old chair. Cash and gift prizes are awarded for the top entries.

More details for the event are available on Facebook at 2015 CHAIR-ity Festival as well as www.greenvi.org. To receive an entry form, please email prettierplanet@gmail.com or visit or call Nutmeg Designs Tel: 494-9151 to pick up an old chair frame and entry form.

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Vol. 27, No. 22 • Feb 5-11, 2015

By Arlena Smith

I Live Where Most Vacation the docks close to my house, the docks are scattered with people fishing. My husband loves to fish so he is always out there throwing his line and I must say he is quite good. Thanks to him I have had fresh fish for breakfast the last couple of weeks. Sometimes I happen upon someone doing a photo shoot with hopes of catching the majestic sunset in the background. A setting some have to create with green screens and computers is ours for the taking. And sometimes I just sit out on the dock and take in the fresh air, watch the boat and ferries go by and mar-

Am sure we all heard the catch phrase, “I live

vel at how great the water is on that particular day.

where you vacation” and for us on most days we go about our busy day to day lives and we forget that

There are so many other reasons to love this par-

someone somewhere is looking at a computer

adise we call home. The endless beaches, the beau-

screen or a magazine thinking, “I wish I was there

tiful scenery, the fresh seafood and the pristine

right now.” Especially on the East Coast where this

weather. It’s something everyone should experience

winter has been particularly brutal. But the fact of it

at least once in a lifetime.

So, next time you are in your car or walking down

is, we do live in paradise where some only dream

the street or wherever you are, take a moment and

one day to visit.

One of the best parts of island living for me is

remember that despite all, we are blessed to live in

being able to enjoy fresh seafood whenever my

such paradise and take a moment to appreciate that

heart desires. Most weekends when I walk down on

“We live were most only dream of vacationing”.

Lime ... “to hang around idly” or “to go out on the town.”

Source: The Dictionary of Virgin Islands English Creole by the late educator and historian Lito Valls.

The Limin’ Times brings you all the news about when and where to “lime” in the British Virgin Islands.

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While every effort is made to ensure that information is correct, we cannot accept responsibility for any errors, changes in schedules, ads or other information in this magazine, which is intended as a guide only.

If you have an entertainment event coming up that you would like published, give us a call at 494-2413. Special Notice: Purchase of advertising space in this publication does not guarantee editorial coverage of any event.

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Caribbean Printing Company Limited, Pasea Estate, P.O. Box 133, Road Town, Tortola, B.V.I. arlena@bviwelcome.com, © 2014 www.limin-times.com Publisher & Editor: Claudia Colli Associate Editor: Arlena Smith Writer & Editorial Assistant: Jan Critchley Tel: 494-2413; Fax: 494-6589

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Vol. 27, No. 22 • Feb 5-11, 2015

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Your Guide to British Virgin Islands Events

By Jan Critchley and there will be free wings, gift giveaways and discounted buckets of Heineken beer at 5 bottles for only $12! Matcha’s is also open on Tuesdays, so stop by and enjoy the soothing vibe next time you’re passing.

BVI Keep it Clean

Farmers’ Week Finale Don’t miss the grand finale of Farmers’ Week 2015, which culminates in the Annual Food Fair at Noel Lloyd Positive Action Movement Park from 10am on Friday, February 6th, with great local food, cultural displays and entertainment for all the family – this is a great way to end the week.

Jump to the Beat If you love live music, stop by Myett’s, and catch A Type of Toad who will be playing on Saturday, February 7th from 7pm. Also don’t miss their sunset happier hour every day from 5pm till 7pm with special guest regular, Brian Neale who plays this coming Friday, Sunday and Wednesday nights and Al, The Singing Chef plays on Monday, 9th February from 7pm. So go to the place, “Where the Beat Goes On!”

Matcha’s Free Up Fridays Head to Matcha’s Bar and Grill this Friday and every Friday for a fabulous end to a long and challenging week. Located on Fort Hill, (by Qwomar) their Free Up Friday nights are from 6pm until late. This week’s entertainment is by Show Time Band and DJ Phenom

The BVI Tourist Board is keeping it clean this year, with their new campaign of the same name that starts on February 7th and 8th on Virgin Gorda. Here’s a shout out to all businesses, clubs, community groups and organizations to choose a spot, send before and after pictures to saflax@bvitourism.com which will be posted on facebook and the ones with the most “likes” will win a special prize. If you need gloves and or bags call Sacha or Vicky on 494-3134.

Barking Mad Fancy a drink after work? Check out The Barking Frog @ D’Best Cup in Road Town from Thursday to Saturday from 5pm till midnight where there is happy hour from 5pm till 7pm with $2 beers and $4 for mixed drinks. Thursday night is ladies night so hop on over to The Barking Frog and who knows, you may just meet your prince.

Limelight at Killi Killi Where can you find an evening of fine dining, two plays and an art show? Well, look no further as this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Limelight Productions proudly present an evening of dining and entertainment at Killi Killi. Chef Al will be cooking up a storm with a 3-course dinner followed by an art show featuring local artists and two short plays. The evening begins at 7pm and tickets are $65 each from Killi Killi or by calling 340-3999.

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live music • events • concerts •

THURSDAY - FEB 5

CANE GARDEN BAY

ROAD TOWN

MYETT’S — Sunset Happier Hour w/ Brian Neale 5-

D’BEST CUP — Happy Hour 5-7pm. ladies Night

7pm. Caribbean Vibes by Tortola’s Own “Evolution Band” 7pm

CANE GARDEN BAY MYETT’S — Sunset Happier Hour w/ Kapeye & the

QUITO’S — Sol Driven Train and Quito and the Edge

International Rhythm Section 5-7pm.

SATURDAY - FEB 7

QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5-6pm; Awesome

ROAD TOWN

Crew 8pm

BEACH CLUB TERRACE — Club Night

FRIDAY - FEB 6

D’BEST CUP — Happy Hour 5-7pm

ROAD TOWN

PROSPECT REEF — Killi Killi Art Studio (by old

D’BEST CUP — Happy Hour 5-7pm

Cutting Edge Gym). Limelight event w/ 3 Course

PROSPECT REEF — Killi Killi Art Studio (by old Cutting Edge Gym). Limelight event w/ 3 Course Dinner, 2 Plays & 1 Art Show at 7pm NOEL LLOYD PARK — Farmer’s Week Finale

Dinner, 2 Plays & 1 Art Show at 7pm NANNY CAY NANNY CAY BEACH — 2015 CHAIR-ity Festival Fundraiser 12-6pm

Annual Food Fair 10am

CANE GARDEN BAY

FORT HILL

MYETT’S — Sunset Happier Hour w/ Kapeye & the

MATCHA’S — Free Up Friday’s Opening w/ Showtime

International Rhythm Section 5-7pm. A Type of Toad 7pm

Band & DJ Phenom. Free wings & giveaways

QUITO’S — Too Smooth during Happy Hour and Sol Driven Train at 9

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ts • parties • sports • movies and more

SUNDAY - FEB 8

QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5pm - 6pm.

ROAD TOWN

Marcus Marks at 7:30

BEACH CLUB TERRACE — Latin Night

TUESDAY - FEB 10

PROSPECT REEF — Killi Killi Art Studio (by old

ROAD TOWN

Cutting Edge Gym). Limelight event w/ 3 Course Dinner,

BEACH CLUB TERRACE — Happy Hour 5-7pm

2 Plays & 1 Art Show at 7pm

CANE GARDEN BAY

CANE GARDEN BAY

MYETT’S — Sunset Happier Hour w/ Kapeye &

MYETT’S — Funday Sunday Brunch. Steel Pan Vibes

International Rhythm Section 5-7pm

by Clem 1pm. Brian Neale 5pm. Jazz on stage 7pm

QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5pm - 6pm;

QUITO’S — Sol Driven Train 1-5pm BBQ Lunch

Quito plays solo 7:30pm

MONDAY - FEB 9

WEDNESDAY - FEB 11

ROAD TOWN

ROAD TOWN

BEACH CLUB TERRACE — Happy Hour 5-7pm

BEACH CLUB TERRACE — Happy Hour 5-7pm

UPCOMING HAPPENINGS

Dark & Stormy Regatta Mar 6-9 Valentine’s Day — Feb 14 National Theatre Live @ HLSCC “Skylight” — Feb 14

Sweethearts of Caribbean & Classic Yacht Regatta — Feb 13-15

CANE GARDEN BAY

CANE GARDEN BAY

Mount Gay Birthday Party @ Myett’s — Feb 20

MYETT’S — Margarita Mexican Monday w/ 2 for 1

MYETT’S —Sunset Happier Hour w/ Brian Neale

Preview of Chicago @ Myett’s — Feb 21

speciality margaritas 5-7pm w/ Mexican Bar Food.

5-7pm. Caribbean dinner & dance w/ 3D Band 7pm

Happier Hour w/ Candyman 5pm. Singing Chef Al on

QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5-6pm with Quito

Stage 7:30pm

on Guitar at 5:30

HLSCC Spencer’s Theater of Illusion — Mar 6 First Ultra Marathon — April 25 Foxy’s Wooden Boat Regatta — May 22-24 Leverick Bay Poker Run — May 24

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Vol. 27, No. 22 • Feb 5-11, 2015

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By Jan Critchley

Gone Girl Gone Girl is a 2014 American psychological thriller directed by David Fincher and adapted for film by Gillian Flynn from her 2012 novel of the same name. Rosamund Pike's performance as the lead actress was particularly praised, and she received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Actress, BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role, Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama and Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role. The film itself garnered an cial troubles and domestic disputes, a report indiadditional three Golden Globe Award nominations, cating that Amy wanted to purchase a gun, and the

including Best Director for Fincher and Best

poorly concealed evidence of a struggle. She also

Screenplay for Flynn.

finds a medical report indicating that Amy is preg-

The day of his fifth wedding anniversary, Nick

nant, however, when she shows the findings to Nick,

Dunne (Ben Affleck) returns home to find that his wife

he denies all knowledge.

Amy (Rosamund Pike) is missing. Her disappearance receives heavy press coverage, as Amy was the inspi-

Nick convinces his twin sister, Margo (Carrie

ration for her parents' popular Amazing Amy chil-

Coon) of his innocence and after his mistress reveals

dren's books. Soon, suspicions arise that her hus-

their affair at a press conference, he appears on a

band Nick murdered her, and his awkward demeanor

talk show to apologize for his failures as a husband

is interpreted by the media as questionable.

in the hope of luring Amy back, swearing that he is sorry for all that he has done but that he is not her

Meanwhile, there are no real leads on Amy’s

murderer.

whereabouts and flashbacks reveal that Nick and Amy's marriage has disintegrated almost beyond

Nick’s appearance does a lot to improve his pub-

repair after they both lost their jobs in the recession

lic image, but there are still many unanswered ques-

and moved from New York City to Missouri. Nick has

tions. Will this TV plea bring Amy back? And, if not –

become lazy, distant, uninterested and is having an

is Lee the one that has killed her and this is just his

affair with one of his students.

latest move in trying to cover it up? Or, could it be

Detective Rhonda Boney (Kim Dickens) is

that he telling the truth… Don’t miss it – available on

assigned to the case and uncovers evidence of finan-

DVD and on iTunes now.

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Vol. 27, No. 22 • Feb 5-11, 2015

Ask Koren

Your personal E-therapist, is in the house!

A Great Parent Gives Good Gifts!

Ask Koren There must be thousands of books written on parenting but they cannot fully describe the joy and pride parents feel when their children are well behaved, graduate or win a trophy for athletic prowess. They also do not completely explain the pain of a child who is rude, disrespectful, who steals, lies or engages in cruel behavior; but who feels it, knows it. Parenting is a bittersweet experience for many and a roller-coaster

thing else. You are an in-house role model, always on

of good days and bad. It is a pleasure and it is a chal-

display; how shameful would it be when they engage

lenge.

in bad behavior and you confront them only to realize

One of the things parents do no matter how rich or

they are copying what they see in you?

poor is to give gifts. What can we give our children that

• Discipline. Love lends itself to discipline because

can profoundly and positively impact their lives,

children must learn respect and must be taught the

enrich their existence and prepare them to be awe-

difference between right and wrong. Don’t try to run

some adults? The most meaningful gifts cannot be

your home without rules and be consistent with what

bought with money; here are some of them:

you stand for and what you won’t accept.

• Introduce them to spirituality. Teach your child to

• Quality Time. Don’t wear yourself out at work and

develop a relationship with God and that will be for

with other activities and give them leftovers; do things

them a source of peace, strength and a stronger sense

together as a family, like talking walks or watching a

of security.

movie on television. They need to know they are a pri-

• Love. While we express our love through the way

ority for you.

we care for our children and provide for them, we also

• Teach them life skills like how to handle conflict,

need to say the words ‘I love you” to them often. Let

how to make wise decisions, how to stand up to peer

them know that they can always count on you.

pressure and other important values and principles.

• Communication. Spend time listening to your chil-

Maybe we ourselves were never taught these

dren and sharing with them. Most teenagers don’t like

things so how can we impart them? Start by just mak-

to talk but if you show interest in who and what is

ing the effort because practice does indeed make per-

important to them, they are much more likely to open

fect. Try a little at a time, ask for help, read books and

up.

have enormous faith and a lot of patience, because

• A good example. Behave in a way that your child

you will need it.

can emulate. They notice what you say, what you do,

Send your questions confidentially to askkoren@live.com or via twitter at @korennorton

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By Dean “The Sportsman” Greenaway

YEP, Nurturing through Sports, Arts and Culture Entering its eight year of operation, the Youth to work with children. Its a situation where we are tryEmpowerment Program (YEP) is carving its footprint ing to find that right person.” as it caters to young people in the areas of sports, arts As a non profit organization, Mather said another and culture among other endeavors. issue would be funding as they are asking people to Executive Director Stacy Mather said children in give of their time and some people, understandably, the area have a deep interest in basketball and they need to be compensated. “That’s our challenge now have tried their uttermost to get them playing on the where sports are concerned but we continue to press court adjacent to their building. They have also on,” he stated. “Ideally, I would like to see YEP be a attempted to bring in coaches and participate in recognized organization where children will be particleagues. ipating in basketball, volleyball and He said they have also tried other tournaments. But, I want introducing volleyball, but even when a tournament is going on, I though it’s a sport that some may want people to say ‘let’s call YEP know in the primary school, it’s because YEP is going to be more popular in the high school and involved.’ We also want to host our it has been very well received. The own activities—it’s quite necessary teams have also been very well to do so.” received in the tournaments they Mini soccer and dodge ball are have participated in, in Sea Cows likely to be pushed this year he Bay and at the Save The Seed said, among their offerings, that Center. also include art, basic painting, “The nature of our community environmental studies, community A YEP players Volleyball serve is a competitive community. Children love to compete, service projects, visits to outer islands and aquatic they love to win and they are interested in competing based activities during the summer. at any time,” he noted, but said there are challenges.

Animation and comic book reading have also been “Like anything, when you’re dealing with children introduced. “We’re trying to get children more consistency is very important. We have the facility and engaged in reading and we’re sneaking it up on them try to have the material that’s necessary. Last year, we by watching the colors, watching the action and not attempted to utilize coaches to help,” he added. “We realizing they are reading,” explained Mather, whose have had persons who are very talented but time conprograms cater to persons outside the 7th and 8th straints wouldn’t allow them to assist. We have peoDistricts, particularly in summer. “We have gardening ple that say ‘I’m coming, I’m coming’ but haven’t given right now and a few other recyclable projects. We try us a time and a date and they still haven’t come. And to do confidence building, team building and self we have those who show up and are willing, but esteem type things and we also try to teach the chilmight not have that nurturing spirit – that demeanor – dren the importance of working together.”

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Weekly Suduko

The objective is to fill the full 9x9 grid with digits so that each column, each row, and each of the nine 3x3 “sub-grids” that compose the main grid contains all of the digits from 1 to 9 – with no repeats within each row or column within the entire square. A partially completed grid is usually provided, which typically has a unique solution. See next weeks Limin’ Times issue for solution.

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