Events

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

CIEE Announces Next Presentation

CIEE’s public presentations provide an ongoing opportunity to learn more more about what is happening with the environment and ecology of Bonaire and its surrounding waters. Tuesday February 28, 2012 is the next presentation and will address another issue related to Caribbean reefs. 

"Algal driven bioerosion on Caribbean coral reefs: a hypothesis” is the title of the next presentation, to be presented by Benjamin Mueller, a marine biologist with the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research, Biological Oceanography. The lecture will be held from 7:00 to 8:00 PM at CIEE, which is located at Kaya Gob. N. Debrot 26. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend. (Source: CIEE Bonaire)

Monday, February 13, 2012

It’s Karnival Season on Bonaire

Each year, just before the beginning of Lent, many islands celebrate Karnival.  On Bonaire, it’s no different, with many events happening within the coming week.  Yesterday, everyone on Bonaire was treated to quite a show when the Children’s Karnival Parade danced its way through Kralendijk.  View images of the parade on the Bonaire Insider Photo Gallery by clicking here.

The Grand Karnival Parade will be held next weekend:  On Saturday, February 18th in Rincon and on Sunday, February 19th, in Kralendijk.  Although the final route has not yet been released, the parade will only pass through Kaya Grandi one time this year.  Plan to be either in Rincon on Saturday, or Kralendijk on Sunday for this major annual event.  (Source:  Bonaire Insider Reporter)

Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Classical Music Board Announces Next Concert for Saturday February 11, 2012

A tribute to the Bonairean composer Domenico Herrera along with songs from Schubert is the next concert to be presented by the Classical Music Board Bonaire. The concert will be held in Cacique Hall at Plaza Resort Bonaire, starting at 8:00 PM on Saturday February 11. 

Featured musicians include Livio Hermans on piano, Roberto Salsbach on bass guitar, baritone Ab Kroon and a special guest presentation by Boi Antoin.

Tickets for the event are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Accompanied children with a school ID pay only $10 at the door. Advance tickets may be purchased at Addo’s Bookstore, Flamingo Bookstore, Plaza Resort Bonaire, Chat ‘n Browse and Valerie’s Airport Shop.

The next concert from the Classical Music Board will be on March 31, 2012 with Wim Statius Muller and Tika Giel. (Source: Classical Music Board Bonaire)

Note Update February 8, 2012:  Our apologies, the concert will be held on Friday, February 10th, 2012, not Saturday. 

Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Jong Bonaire to Hold Fifth Annual Fun Walk and Bike Fundraiser

Those looking to combine some exercise with a good cause should consider joining Jong Bonaire’s Fun Walk and Bike event on Sunday February 5, 2012, starting at 6:00 AM and concluding at 12:00 PM. 

The event will start and finish at Jong Bonaire, which is located at Kaya Simon Bolivar 16. The distance is 20 kilometers and is not a competition, but rather an opportunity to walk with friends and family, and meet new people while taking in Bonaire’s beauty.

The cost to participate is $12 for adults and $6 for children under age 12, which includes drinks, fruit, lunch, a water bottle and a tee shirt.

Tickets are available at Freewieler, Bon Fysio & Bon Bida and Jong Bonaire and all are welcome to participate. (Source: Jong Bonaire)

Friday, January 27, 2012

Go Green’s Farmers’ Market is Tomorrow, January 28, 2012

The first farmers’ market organized by Go Green Natural and Organic Shop will be held tomorrow morning, Saturday, January 28, 2012.  Go Green organizes monthly farmers’ markets on the last Saturday of each month.

Tomorrow’s market will be held at Pakus di Pruga, at Kaya Lib. Simon Blv. 17.  Of course, availability of products always varies by season, but it’s a great place to pick up fresh vegetables, herbs, and other locally grown or hand-made products.  For additional information, telephone 717-2222.  (Source:  Go Green Natural & Organic Shop)

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Jazzy Happy Hour to Be Held This Friday January 27, 2012 at Roomer Bonaire

Those looking for a relaxing way to wind down their week and start the weekend should consider the Jazzy Happy Hour this Friday at Hotel Roomer from 7:00 until 10:00 PM.

The event will feature music by island favorites Andreina and friends, known for their jazz and Latin jazz selections. Dinner specials are also available for $10 and diners may choose from pasta, stampot (a typical Dutch dish) or fried rice.

Roomer Bonaire is located at EEG Boulevard 97 in Belnem. There is no cover charge, and all are invited to attend. For more information, contact Hotel Roomer at 717-7488. (Source: Roomer Bonaire)

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Dive Friends Bonaire Starts the New Year with a Gigantic Clean Up Dive at Karel’s Pier

On Saturday, January 21, 2012, volunteers gathered at Dive Friends Bonaire at Yellow Submarine to participate in the first quarterly Clean Up Dive of the year.  The weather was perfect and the turnout was fantastic.  A large number of resident divers attended, as well as guests of Dive Friends Bonaire and a surprising amount of customers from other dive centers on the island.  The dive community of Bonaire proved once again how much they care about their marine environment.

Asko Zuidam of Dive Friends Bonaire addressed the group of 102 divers and explained what trash should be recovered and what should be left behind, as well as how to keep from damaging any marine animals. Sue Willis from the Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire (STCB) program gave an explanation of how to safely remove fishing line and announced the launch of a new project to help Bonaire’s sea turtles. The Fishing Line Project is running with sponsorship from the Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) and aims to reduce the amount of fishing line, hooks, nets and other debris found on Bonaire’s reefs; items which pose a great threat to our endangered sea turtle population. 

After the briefing, the divers headed over to Karel’s Pier, entered the water, descended, and began to fill their bags with trash. When filled, the bags were brought to the surface to those working as shore support. There, Dive Friends crew and volunteers checked once again to be sure no marine creatures had been inadvertently included, counted, and tallied the trash for statistics, and then disposed of it responsibly.

Karel’s Pier is home to a lively bar and restaurant, and unfortunately the underwater terrain can accumulate more bottles and cups than is normal on the reef.  The statistics of the rubbish collected once again confirmed this to be true.  Items collected include:  1,085 glass bottles, 38 plastic bottles, 102 fishing lines, 238 plastic cups, 148 pieces of random plastic, 133 beverage cans, 39 firework remains, 2 cell phones and much more.  The total number of items collected was 2,104!

That evening, all participants and their families were welcomed back for a Pot Luck BBQ and raffle—Dive Friends Bonaire (with help from our sponsors) provided drinks and main courses, while participants supplied side dishes.  After dinner, the guests were treated to a cruise on board the Good Return.  Sponsors for the event include:  Selibon, At Sea Restaurant, Van Den Tweel, Ouray Sportswear, Reef Clothing, Deep Blue Gear, Dive Shades, Body Glove, the Bonaire Marine Park, Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire, East Coast Diving, Tusa, and Suunto.

The next quarterly Dive Friends Bonaire underwater cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, April 21st, 2012. (Source:  Dive Friends Bonaire)

Monday, January 23, 2012

Bonaire Marine Park Manager, Ramon de Leon, to Present Next CIEE Public Lecture

The CIEE Research Station Bonaire will present their next public lecture this Wednesday evening, January 25th, 2012, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Bonaire’s own Ramon de Leon, manager of the Bonaire National Marine Park, will be presenting the lecture.

The topic will be an update on the “Status and Trends of Bonaire’s Coral Reefs 2011:  Cause for Grave Concerns.” The presentation will be followed by a question and answer period to address any queries from the public. 

The research station is located at Kaya Gobernador Debrot #26 in Kralendijk.  Entry is free, and all are invited.  (Source:  CIEE and Bonaire National Marine Park)

Friday, January 20, 2012

Join in Bonaire’s Underwater Cleanup Tomorrow, Saturday, January 21, 2012

The underwater cleanups have become very popular activities, with over 100 participants joining in together on each event to keep Bonaire beautiful.  As such, there is another cleanup scheduled to take place at Karel’s Beach Bar Pier on Saturday, January 21, 2012.

Everyone is welcome to participate--divers, snorkelers, and those who wish to lend a hand with shore support.  Anyone interested in participating should check in at Dive Friends @ Yellow Submarine at 9:30 AM, and the dive briefing will begin at 10:00 AM.  All participants are welcome to return at 6:00 PM for the event’s customary BBQ at Dive Friends @ Yellow Submarine; drinks and main courses will be provided by Dive Friends, but participants are asked to bring a side dish to share.  Those planning on attending should advise Dive Friends Bonaire by calling 717-2929 to make a reservation.  For additional information about the cleanups, click here. (Source:  Dive Friends Bonaire)

Tenth Bonaire Special Olympics Walk-a-Thon is Sunday March 4, 2012

Bonaire’s Special Olympics Walk-a-Thon will mark its tenth anniversary this year. The ever popular 34 kilometer event starts at the White Slave Huts and finishes in Rincon, with all proceeds going to the local chapter of the Special Olympics and everyone is invited to participate.

The event will take place on Sunday March 4, 2012, departing from the slave huts at 5:00 AM and finishing at FKPD in Rincon. Participants are invited to walk, run, bike or roller blade the route and may do the entire event, or just a portion.

Tickets are only $15 per person and include an event t-shirt, water bottle, a bag, and lunch at FKPD (Pasadia Karino Rincon) from 9:30 AM until 12:30 PM.

Preregistration for the event is Friday March 2 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Hotel Rochaline, located at Kaya Grandi #7.

For additional information call Arlene Engelhart at 525-8496 or Aura at 796-0101. (Source: Special Olympics Bonaire)