Fiji Events

Current Events
USP Cine Nite: 'Goodby Lenin'

WEDNESDAY, 15 OCTOBER

The Pacific Writer's Forum and the Alliance Francaise de Suva have set up a programme of monthly screenings at USP to enable USP students and the general public to experience the diversity and richness of world cinema.

"Goodbye Lenin" (2004, 121 mins, Comedy, German with English subtitles) directed by Wolfgang Becker. A young german boy pulls off an elaborate scheme to keep his mother in good health.

7:30pm, Hall N111, SPAS Building, USP Laucala Campus. Admission: Free.
A Winemakers Dinner

WEDNESDAY, 15 OCTOBER

Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa in association with Matua Valley Wines proudly presents a Winemakers Dinner. There will be pre-dinner drinks followed by a four-course degustation menu.

6:30pm, V Restaurant, Sofitel Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi. Admission: $99 per person, includes meal and drinks. Reservations are compulsory. For ticket bookings call Emma on 6757736.
Fiji Wellness Week

21-27 OCTOBER

A week of healthy living with vegetarian food, exercises, yoga, tai chi and therapeutic massages on Denarau Island, email generalmanager@golfterraces.com.fj
Halloween Murder Mystery Nite

Bad Dog Cafe and Victoria Wines present the Halloween Murder Mystery Nite, themed "Evil Never Dies". If you dare, join Suva's most notorious crowd for an evening you will try, but will never forget. Dont miss out on cocktails from 7pm with dinner served at 7.30pm. Your disguise: Halloween costume Your sacrifice: $100.00 Your fate: Cocktails, a 3 course meal with wine pairing and a frightfully good time. Your luck: A portion of the proceeds will go to a charity selected by the team that solves the murder mystery.
Bad Dog Cafe, Victoria Parade, Suva. - Saturday, 1 Nov
The Great Fiji Butterflyfish Count

2008 is the International Year of the Reef (IYOR), and the whole world is going coral crazy over the coral reefs! Countries across the globe are holding special activities and programmes to raise awareness and help conserve the corals and the animals that live on them. Fiji’s special activity is The Great Fiji Butterflyfish Count. In November 2008 people from all over the world will come to Fiji to have fun counting Butterflyfish while diving, snorkelling or riding glass-bottom boats, and contribute their results to a Fiji -wide Butterflyfish Biodiversity project that will be published internationally. This is supported by the Fiji Government Departments of Tourism, Environment and Fisheries, and by the Fiji Visitors’ Bureau, as well as several reef conservation organisations. Special tourism promotions will concentrate on the week 2 - 8 November. This is an opportunity for people to get involved in celebrating and recording an aspect of Fiji’s amazing coral reef biodiversity! More information can be found on the website www.Fijibutterflyfishcount.com
Fiji Islands. - Sunday, 2 Nov
Fiji Cancer Society "Bra Art": Competition

The Fiji Cancer Society has organised a "Bra Art Competition" as part of their Breast Cancer Awareness Programme from Saturday, 25 October to Sunday, 2 November 2008. There will be two categories and classifications of the competition. These are the 'Make a Bra' Category and the 'Decorate a Bra' Category and participants are classified as adults and juniors for those below 15 years of age. Admission are F$5.00 for adults and F$2.00 for juniors. Entries closes on Wednesday, 22 October 2008 and Judged on Friday, 24 October 2008. All bras will be displayed at the Suva Civic Centre on Saturday, 25 October 2008. For more information, pls contact the nearest Westpac Branch or MH Supermarket or the Fiji Cancer Society on telephone (679) 3342960 or email cancer@connect.com.fj or visit www.fijicancersociety.org.fj.
Fiji National Age & Open Short Course Swimming Champs

21-22 NOVEMBER

National Aquatic Centre, Suva, email dennismiller@connect.com.fj
Recurring Events - Monday
Alcoholics Anonymous

Meetings at 5:30pm every Monday and Thursday at the Mitchell Clinic, 83 Princes Road, Tamavua, Suva. Tel 3319059 or 926-7399. Visit our website at www.aafiji.com for more information.
Suva Bridge Club Night

Every Monday from 6:30 to 9:30pm, Fiji Club, Selbourne St, Suva. Contact Philip Arnfield on 3361479 or arnfields@connect.com.fj, or Marielle Kruijer on 3309421, 9208466 or brunokruijer@connect.com.fj
Nadi Hash Cross Country Run/Walk

Hash Nadi meets every Monday at 5.30pm. Contact Babu Singh on 9993723 or babuisingh@yahoo.com.au
Wai Tui Cycles ‘After Work’ Ride

An easy to medium-paced one-hour cycle around the Muanikau, Nasese area. Every Monday and Wednesdays, 5pm, start 5:05pm sharp from Esquires Coffee House, Dolphins Plaza, Loftus St, Suva. For info contact Dom on 9922123 or velocityfiji@gmail.com
Tuesday

Capital Toastmasters

Learn to speak in front of an audience in a warm, friendly and supportive environment. Every Tuesday evening from 5:30 to 6:30pm, JJ’s Boardroom, Sukuna Park, Suva. For more info contact Alex on 9998113 or douglasa1w@yahoo.com
Tsulu Face-to-Face Tour

Take the Face-to-Face Tour including the Boat/Temple and Firewalking show with lovo lunch. Experience first-hand pottery making, as well as mat and basket weaving.

Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 1045am, Arts Village, Pacific Harbour.
Cultural Performances at the Raintree Lodge

Island Dance, Fijian Meke and Indian Dance.

Every Tuesday 7:30pm to 9pm, Raintree Lodge, Colo-i-Suva.
Wednesday

Jazz at the Holiday Inn

Tom Mawi plays jazz, feat. Annie Mawi and a different guest vocalist every Friday. Every Wednesday and Friday, Holiday Inn, Victoria Parade, Suva.
Live Rock - Reggae – Pop

Every Wednesday and Thursday night

Golden Dragon, Victoria Parade, Suva
Suva Bridge Club

Every Wednesday morning from 9am to 12noon. See Mondays for more details.
Wai Tui Cycles ‘After Work’ Ride

An easy to medium-paced one-hour cycle around the Muanikau, Nasese area. Every Monday and Wednesdays, 5pm, start 5:05pm sharp from Esquires Coffee House, Dolphins Plaza, Loftus St, Suva. For info contact Dom on 9922123 or velocityfiji@gmail.com
Thursday

Live Rock - Reggae - Pop

Every Wednesday and Thursday night, Golden Dragon, Victoria Parade, Suva.
Alcoholics Anonymous

Meetings at 5:30pm every Monday and Thursday at the Mitchell Clinic, 83 Princes Road, Tamavua, Suva. Tel 3319059 or 926-7399. Visit our website at www.aafiji.com for more information.
Jazz at the Holiday Inn

Tom Mawi plays jazz, feat. Annie Mawi and a different guest vocalist every Friday. Every Wednesday and Friday, Holiday Inn, Victoria Parade, Suva.
Tsulu Face-to-Face Tour

Take the Face-to-Face Tour including the Boat/Temple and Firewalking show with lovo lunch. Experience first-hand pottery making, as well as mat and basket weaving.

Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 1045am, Arts Village, Pacific Harbour.
Friday

Jazz at the Holiday Inn

Tom Mawi plays jazz, feat. Annie Mawi and a different guest vocalist every Friday. Every Wednesday and Friday, Holiday Inn, Victoria Parade, Suva.
Retrospect with DJ Tora

Soul, funk, disco and classics with DJ Tora in the Lounge. Every Friday, 8pm till late, Traps Lounge, Victoria Parade, Suva.
Saturday

Hash Cross Country Jog

Pacific Harbour Hash House Harriers will continue to make slow progress towards the beer through the best cross country running terrain in Fiji. Meet every Saturday at 4pm outside Oasis Restaurant, Pacific Harbour. Contact Jon ‘Wigless’ Orton on 9265400 or ortonarchitect@connect.com.fj
Arts Village Firewalking Show

Take the Face-to-Face Tour including the Boat/Temple and Firewalking show with lovo lunch. Experience first-hand pottery making, as well as mat and basket weaving.

Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 1045am, Arts Village, Pacific Harbour.
Esquires Coffee House Ride

A fun cycle around the Suva sea wall, Nasese and Muanikau. Every Saturday, rain or shine, 7am, Esquires Coffee House, Loftus St and back for coffee. Contact Dom on 99 22 123 or velocityfiji@gmail.com
Sunday

Lazy Sunday Afternoon of Jazz - Lautoka

Local bands ‘Kulture,’ ‘Fiji Fusion’ and ‘Heartbeat’ alternate performances on Sundays. Music ranges from

Calypso, acoustic, jazz to more upbeat tunes.

Every Sunday from 1pm, Vuda Yacht Club, Vuda Marina, Lautoka. Call 6668214 or e-mail vudamarina@connect.com.fj for details.
Taunovo Bay Sunday Jazz

Enjoy a gourmet BBQ with the unmistakable sounds of Tom Mawi.

Every Sunday, Taunovo Bay, from 12pm to 5pm. Call 9993394 for bookings.
Xbox 360 16 Player Smackdown

Gaming in Fiji with ‘Halo 3’ Multiplayer.

IMDVD HD Superstore, Sports City, Suva, every Sunday 3 to 5pm. Contact Yumbo at 3270007 or imdvd@ifiji.com
Cultural Performances at the Raintree Lodge

Island Dance, Fijian Meke and Indian Dance.

Every Sunday 7:30pm to 9pm, Raintree Lodge, Colo-i-Suva.
Holiday Inn Sunday Breakfast Ride

Ride Time: 2-3 hours and a buffet breakfast at the Holiday Inn afterwards.

Helmets essential. All welcome. Admission: Adults - $22, 13 to 19 yr olds - $11 and 12 yrs and under – FREE.

Start around 7am, contact Dom on 9922123 or velocityfiji@gmail.com for start venue.
Live music @ the Pearl

BBQ lunch with live band.

Every Sunday from 1 to 4pm, the Pearl South Pacific, Pacific Harbour.
ROC Market

Arts, Crafts, and Homeware.

10am - 3pm, third Sunday of every month, Loftus Street, in from of the Esquires Cafe beside Dolphins Food Court, FNPF Place, Suva. Contact the Market Master at the Esquires Cafe, Telephone 3300828 or 9267847.