Community Briefs

BOE MEETING TODAY CANCELLED

The 9th NMI State Board of Education special meeting scheduled for today, Nov. 3, 2004, at 9am, has been cancelled until further notice. The BOE extends its apoligies for any inconvenience this may cause.

VETERANS’ MEETING TODAY

We would like to remind all concerns and interested that the Office of the Military/Veterans Affairs will hold a meeting today, Nov. 3, on Capital Hill, Bldg. 1364, at 3pm, for the upcoming celebration of the “Veterans Day.” All are welcome. For more information or questions, call the office at 664-2650/51.

FAMILIES WITH DISABILITIES OFFICERS’ MEETING TOMORROW

The CNMI Association of Families with Disabilities meeting will be held tomorrow, Nov. 4, 2004, 10am, at Skyway Restaurant, Airport Road. Should you have any questions, call Lisa A. Aldan at 483-0395 or Vicky Tudela at 288-7676. All parents and community members are welcomed to attend this meeting.

SENATE PANELS TO HOLD HEARING ON ANDREW NOMINATION TODAY

The Senate Committee on Executive Appointments and Government Investigation of Sen. Paterno Hocog and the Senate Committee on Resources, Economic Development and Programs of Sen. Luis P. Crisostimo will hold a joint committee public hearing on the Governor’s nominee for the Secretary of Commerce, Andrew S. Salas

“This is to inform all the members of our Committee(s) on EAGI and RED&P that we will be holding a public hearing on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2004, at 10:30am at the Senate Chamber on Mr. Andrew S. Salas,” the committees said in a statement.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND SET

The Worldwide Marriage Encounter Organization has announced the upcoming ME Weekend scheduled from Nov. 19 though 21 for married couples who want to improve communication and strengthen their marriage.

The weekend is open to all married couples regardless of age. The special weekend will be held at the Hotel Rivera Saipan in Fina Sisu. The registration fee is only $50 per couple and includes room for the weekend, all meals and drinks.

The organization explained that the weekend is intended to focus “on your relationship between you and your spouse and on your relationship with God.

For registration or more information, contact Ben & Lovey Salas at 235-2250; Russ & Kanae Quinn at 256-1058 or Sean & Ericka Frink at 322-9990.

BARTENDERS’ COMPETITION SET

The Northern Marianas Bartenders Association will be hosting another cocktail competition dubbed the Bartender Cocktail Competition Grand Marnier Challenge on Nov. 9, 2004 at the Madonna Disco of the Saipan Grand Hotel.

NMBA president Lito Espino said the event will have an entrance fee of $10 per participant.

The competition, slated to begin at 8:30pm, includes over $400 in total cash prizes, to go along with other prizes for winners.

Espino said each company will be limited to two representatives in the competition. Presentations will be judged 20 percent on originality, 30 percent on taste, 30 percent on showmanship, 10 percent on neatness, and 10 percent on audience impact.

The champion will receive $150 plus a round trip from Saipan to Manila and a cellular phone, while first and second runners up will receive $100 and $50. Best in Show earns $100 plus a cellular phone.

For more information, contact Espino at 286-9982 or email nmba_Saipan@yahoo.com.

WANTED: DESIGNATED DRIVERS

The Department of Public Safety Traffic Section will again implement its Designated Driver program this December to promote road safety during the holiday season.

The program provides transportation for intoxicated individuals. Instead of driving while intoxicated, individuals may contact the Traffic Section and a driver will be provided for transportation home.

Those interested in taking part in the program are encouraged to contact Rose Ada-Hocog or Sgt. Sylvan Rangamar at 664-9084/5/6.