North Cyprus Events Calendar from 7th April 2017

A list of events you can look forward to in North Cyprus. For those charity fund-raisers, venues etc. who would like to include an event in the Weekly Events Calendar, contact Chris or Margaret at cyprusscene.com. The Events Calendar is published every week on Thursday so please try to submit information to be included by Wednesday pm each week.

In addition, if you register as a member of northcyprusforum.net, your events can be included in the members’ calendar.

Note: The Foreign Residents in the TRNC (TFR) now have a further venue for their weekly get-togethers to make it easier for those people living on the east side of Kyrenia. The Lapta venue will still continue as previously on Fridays.

With effect from Wednesday 8th March, there will now be an additional get-together at the Panta Restaurant in Catalkoy from 3pm to 5pm each week. New members will be welcome.

Black Olive Cafe/Studio will be starting weekly yoga classes on Friday 24^th March – 9am to 10.15am. Suitable for beginners and advanced levels. 20TL

Sponsorship forms for participants in the Esentepe Fun, Run and Ramble 2017 are available by emailing efrar2017@outlook.com

7^th April – Friday

Blakes Lounge Bar and Bistro will have a performance of “The Hot Club of Cyprus” in a program of Gypsy Jazz in a special tribute to Django Reinhardt … 8.30 onwards … There will be no food service this time, bar only but tables can be reserved for a minimum of 4 people by calling Delia on 0548 839 4007, but there is plenty of room at the bar or armchairs and sofas.

8^th April – Saturday

Yesilirmak Strawberry and Nature Trek .. Starting at the entrance to Vouni Palace at 9.30am … 6km walk for about 2 hours followed by lunch at Vouni King Restaurant … To book lunch telephone 0533 841 4434.

8^th April – Saturday

The Soulist Coffee and Music House, Alsancak … The Great Flood – blues and rock classics from music history …9.30pm .. 20TL entrance, to reserve a place call 0533 875 8875

8^th April – Saturday

Football Promotion Play – all kick off at 4pm.

Esentepe v Gocmenkopy at 20 Temmuz Meta Adanir Stadium, Girne

Gonyeli v Yeni Bogazci at Cihangir Stadium

Hamitkoy v Vuda Turk at Dr Fazil Kucuk Stadium, Famagusta

Mehmetcik v Mesarya Spor at E Mehmet Stadium, Yeno Bogazci

GHE v Denizlispor at Lefkosa Ataturk Stadium, Dr Fazil Kucuk Bulvar

Doganci Spor v Bostanci Bagcil Spor at Umer Berkalp Stadium, Guzelyurt

9^th April 2017 – Sunday

Esentepe Fun Run and Ramble (EFRAR 2017) … Sponsorship forms for participants are now available, please email efrar2017@outlook.com … Start and finish at Sea Magic Park 2, the route will be along the old coast road … Participants are invited to wear fancy dress … Registration at 09.30am … Adults 20TL, children 10TL … Compéres will be Can Gazi and Mary Watson … A fun day for all.

9^th April – Sunday

5^th Akdeniz Mediterranean Festival starting at 11am … Hosted by Sadrazam Tas Firini.

12^th April – Wednesday

112 Afternoon Tea and Talk at the Black Olive Cafe, Alsancak … 3pm.

13^th April – Thursday

Classic film event at The Food Lodge in Catalkoy in association with the DVD Shop, Catalkoy. Starting at 6.30pm you can enjoy Being There (1979) …. 12TL for the film, a soft drink and popcorn. There are also hot dogs and nachos available…….. Reservations must be made – call 0533 839 8764

13^th April – Thursday

Classical Music Concert ‘Duygudaki 3 Renk’ at Bellapais Abbey … Ticket price is 20TL and total income will be contributed to the SOS Children’s Village ….

Ticket Sale Points are Kyrenia/Nicosia Deniz Plaza and Gloria Jeans, Bellapais Monastery and also at the door on the night … For more information please call 0392 225 70 17.

14^th April – Friday

The Black Olive Cafe will be having an Easter Market in aid of NCCCT starting at 11am .. The bar will be open and food will be available from which Vicki will be donating a percentage to NCCCT … If you would like to have a stall (20TL which will go to the charity) contact Vicki on 0533 835 5133

14^th April – Friday

The Soulist Coffee and Music House, Alsancak will have Jr Dinosaurs Blues and Rock Band … 9.30pm … 20TL entrance.

15^th April – Saturday

Dogankoy Community Association will be having Hot Cross Bun day at Dogankoy Coffee Shop … 11am to 1pm … Sausage rolls will also be available but must be ordered in advance …. Contact Paula on 0533 830 3256 or email paula.shirley@hotmail.com

15^th April – Saturday

Tulips will be having a special Easter Tombola at their stall at Lambousa Saturday Market, starting at 9am .. 20 bags of Easter Eggs to be won …bottles of wine … Heineken .. 100TL voucher for a local restaurant …and many other prizes.

16^th April – Sunday

Fund raising for NCCCT at The Wild Duck, Lapta … From 12 noon to 6pm … Easter Egg hunt at 1pm, stalls and game stalls.

18^th – 21^st April

Photo exhibition “Journey to the Heart of Nature” at Ataturk Culture Centre, Lefkosa … The exhibition will be opened at 6pm on the 18^th and will continue during working hours on the 19^th/20^th/21^st April .. Hosted on Facebook by Hasan Baglar.

19^th April – Wednesday

The Soulist Coffee and Music House in Alsancak will be having a Blues Night with Alper Cengiz and Friends from 9.30pm Live music.

20^th April – Thursday

Classic film event at The Food Lodge in Catalkoy in association with the DVD Shop, Catalkoy. Starting at 6.30pm you can enjoy Three Men and a Baby (1987) …. 12TL for the film, a soft drink and popcorn. There are also hot dogs and nachos available…….. Reservations must be made – call 0533 839 8764

20^th April – Thursday

A talk on Genealogy will be given at Dogankoy Church by Mike Randall, a long time visitor to the island .. The talk will start at 4pm.

21^st April – Friday

The Soulist Coffee and Music House in Alsancak … Performance by The Rusty Slaps from Turkey – RockaBilly and Oldies from 9.30pm 20TL entrance.

20^th/21^st/22^nd April

CANCELLED

RBL Theatre Players – re-arranged pantomime date .. The panto – Robin Hood will now be held at the Catalkoy Cultural Centre.

26^th April – Wednesday

Dogankoy Community Association will be holding a “Curry plus One” lunch at The Courtyard, Karakum. This will be a choice of 3 Indian Starters or Chicken Liver Pate, followed by a choice of 3 curries or one other chicken dish plus Tea/Coffee & Brandy/Coffee Liqueur … Starting at 1pm … Cost 40tl .. To book or for more information contact Paula on 0533 830 3256 or email paula.shirley@hotmail.com

27^th April – Thursday

Classic film event at The Food Lodge in Catalkoy in association with the DVD Shop, Catalkoy. Starting at 6.30pm you can enjoy Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) …. 12TL for the film, a soft drink and popcorn. There are also hot dogs and nachos available…….. Reservations must be made – call 0533 839 8764

28^th April – Friday

The Soulist Coffee and Music House in Alsancak will be having a Jazz Night with Cahit Kutrafali Trio, featuring Ezgi Akgurgun, from 9.30pm … 20TL entrance.

30^th April – Sunday

KAR 20^th anniversary – Dog Show at Wednesday market area .. KAR plan to make this show extra special with an additional Anniversary class to the 10 fun classes, Certificates, special Rosettes and prizes … More information to follow.

1^st May – Monday

RBL Quiz at Black Olive Cafe, Alsancak … 7pm … 5TL entrance and 15TL for food … Please book teams and meals with Vicki on 0533 835 5133

6^th May – Saturday

RBL Bowling Match – Army v RAF at Olive Press Bowling Club … 11am.

10^th May – Wednesday

Re-opening of Pizzanini Cafe/Bar in Catalkoy from 7pm … All welcome.

12^th May – Friday

Kyrenia Amateur Dramatic Society (KADS) will be giving a performance of a new situation comedy “Still Getting Older” at The Pia Bella Hotel, Girne … 65TL per person includes a 3-course meal … Invitations at Lambousa Saturday Market, The Food Lodge in Catalkoy or telephone 0533 848 5313 … Proceeds to KAR and SOS Children’s Village.

12^th May – Friday

Black Olive Cafe, Alsancak will be having a music quiz, starting at 7pm, in aid of Green Hill Cemetery.

14^th May – Sunday

RBL Poppy Walk in the Lapta area … starts at JK’s Restaurant at 11am

16^th May – Tuesday

KAR 20^th anniversary – Open day at the KAR Animal Rescue Centre … KAR are inviting VIPs and members of the public to show off their wonderful Rescue Centre to show their great achievement and meet some of the many dogs and cats in their care …. More information to follow.

19^th May – Friday

21^st May – Sunday

KAR 20^th anniversary – Dog walk and picnic at the KAR Animal Rescue Centre … You can bring your own dogs or walk one of the many in their care who are always excited about joining in a walk. … More information to follow.

24^th May – Wednesday

Dogankoy Community Association will be having a pre-Summer Lunch and raffle … Venue and details to be announced soon

5^th June – Monday

RBL Quiz at Black Olive Cafe, Alsancak … 7pm … 5TL entrance and 15TL for food … Please book teams and meals with Vicki on 0533 835 5133

9^th June – Friday

RBL Charity Gala Night at the Savoy Ottoman Hotel, Girne with entertainment by Andy Crust and Sarah Jayne (from the UK) with their Dolly Parton and Frankie Valli tribute acts … £45 per person includes a 3-course meal, drinks and entertainment … For information or to book please contact Paul on 0533 856 3891 or email charitygala@rblkyrenia.com

10^th to 17^th June

Yoga and Meditation Retreat at Aphrodite Beachfront Resort, North Cyprus, Twice daily Yoga and Meditation classes/seminars : Half Day Trip to surrounding area : Half Board Food (Breakfast & Evening Meal). See article by clicking here

17^th June – Saturday

The Black Olive Cafe presents “Glastonvicki”. More details to follow later.

21^st June – Wednesday

Supper Club event at the Colony Garden … featuring the Funky Weekend Show who will deliver a really up tempo show and get you dancing right from the start … 3 course meal with new menu, welcome cocktail, and all drinks including imported spirits from 7.30pm to midnight … Ticket prices have been held for 4th year running at £55 per person … The event will be in aid of CESV (Civil Emergency Service Volunteers).

3^rd July – Monday

RBL Quiz at Black Olive Cafe, Alsancak … 7pm … 5TL entrance and 15TL for food … Please book teams and meals with Vicki on 0533 835 5133

9^th July – Sunday

Rotary Club of Kyrenia Cosmopolitan will be holding an auction and BBQ day at Jessics Bar and Restaurant in Karsiyaka .. This will be a fun afternoon with good food, great bargains and entertainment by “Peter Swings”.

6^th/8^th September – to be confirmed

RBL event at The Wild Duck Restaurant, Lapta – 3 Musketeers – outdoor comedy.

16^th September – Saturday

There will be a Beatles show “BeatleMania” at the Girne Amphitheatre which will be in aid of CESV (Civil Emergency Service Volunteers … This will be a brilliant night out to sing and dance to some of the finest music ever created … More details to follow.

21^st to 23^rd September

Poppy Riders Mount Olympus Challenge …Lapta to Mount Olympus and back finishing at the Olive Press Bowling Club.

27^th September – Friday

RBL – Proms in the Park at the Wild Duck Restaurant, Lapta starting at 6pm.

2^nd October – Monday

RBL Quiz at Black Olive Cafe, Alsancak … 7pm … 5TL entrance and 15TL for food … Please book teams and meals with Vicki on 0533 835 5133

6^th October – Friday

RBL Mediterranean Supper at Blue Song Restaurant, Lapta, starting at 7pm.

26^th October – Thursday

RBL Poppy Appeal Launch No. 1 in Girne Town Centre at 11am

26^th October – Thursday

RBL Alternative Quiz at The Fez in Catalkoy starting at 7.30pm.