The Marianas Calendar
August 2018
Business Development Workshop for Artists
Free
Unusual Opportunity for CNMI Artists and Aspiring Artists The Commonwealth Council of Arts and Culture will be hosting an unusual opportunity for artists on our islands, the “Business Development Workshop for Artists”. It is a 30-hour professional workshop that will begin August 16th with 10 sessions spanning a period of three months. Selected participants will meet most weeks on Thursday evenings from 545pm to 9pm and light refreshments will be available. These meetings will take place at Bridge Capital’s Conference…
Find out more »October 2018
4th Annual Marianas Ukulele Festival
Free
The 4th Annual Marianas Ukelele Festival features continuous live, entertainment, ukulele demonstrations, arts and crafts booths, food booths, and a raffle. As always, the Ukulele Festival is free and open to the public. This year’s program will be focusing on local CNMI artists of all ages and skill levels, from professional entertainers to novice players. The Sunset Cruisers, Gus Kaipat and the Olomwa’ay Sons and Daughters, Alana’ia, Da Kine, and Saipan Community School have been confirmed so far. We are…
Find out more »Zombie Walk & Roll
The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation Employee Association (CHCCEA) is a non-profit organization operating solely to support the improvement of the Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation (CHCC) facility and benefit of employees. Get into the Halloween spirit and feed your adrenaline by going through our CHCC Zombie Walk & Roll on our grounds and obstacle course. A fun activity for the whole family! Event Details - Location: CHCC Parking Lot Event Time: 5:00PM Outdoor/Indoor: Outdoor Contact Person: Marissa Guerrero Contact Number: 236-8264 Email: marissa.guerrero@dph.gov.mp…
Find out more »IRONMAN 70.3 Saipan (October 27) (Saipan)
Race at the only IRONMAN 70.3 event in The Marianas and Micronesia. This internationally recognized event features a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride, and a 13.1-mile run, totaling the “70.3” distance in miles covered by the race. IRONMAN 70.3 aficionados may qualify for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship by participating in IRONMAN 70.3 Saipan. For more information contact the MVA at: +1-670-664-3200 Email: ediaz@mymarianas.com Visit: http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/events/asiapac/ironman-70.3/saipan.aspx#axzz5OC9mxcsg
Find out more »Japanese Autumn Festival
FREE
The Japanese Society of the Northern Mariana Islands, non-profit organization, is currently arranging to conduct the annual The 33rd Japanese Autumn Festival which will be held on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at Paseo de Marianas in Garapan, Saipan. At this event, we will be having Japanese traditional performances, together with Japanese delicacies foods and games for both tourists and locals to enjoy. Food vendors will also be selling popular Japanese foods such as yaki-soba, kara-age, yaki-meshi, tako-yaki, yaki-tori, and more.…
Find out more »November 2018
Tinian Cliff Fishing Derby
The opportunities for sport fishing in The Marianas continue to grow with the 2018 Tinian Cliff Fishing Derby TENTATIVELY RESCHEDULED TO NOV. 9-11, 2018. A confirmed date will be announced shortly. The derby comes on the heals of the Marianas Fishing & Seafood Festival in June, the Saipan International Fishing Tournament and Tinian Youth International Fishing Tournament in July, and Rota Cliff Fishing Derby in August, all co-sponsored by the Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA) as an opportunity to attract more…
Find out more »Health & Wellness Fair
Free
The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation (CHCC) is having the 2nd CHCC Health & Wellness Fair! We are providing health services like blood pressure and sugar checks, vaccinations, oral cancer screenings, child car seat inspection, child developmental screenings, and fluoride varnishes! We will also be offering education on insurance information, HIV/STD counseling, and proper foot care. Fun activities like physical activity demonstrations , face painting, and games for the whole family! Prizes and freebies while supplies last.
Find out more »December 2018
Hell of the Marianas Century Cycle
Its name says it all. Registration is now open for the 12th Annual Hell of The Marianas century cycle slated for Dec. 1, 2018. Cyclists may register online at www.webscorer.com through Nov. 28, 2018. Categories are Pro/Elite, Age Groups (Male and Female), 2-person Teams, and 4-person Teams. Early bird registration by Oct. 6 is $60/Individual, $120/2-person Team, and $240/4-person Team. Registration beginning Oct. 7 will be $80/Individual, $180/2-person Team, and $280/4-person team. The Marianas Visitors Authority’s (MVA) 12th Annual…
Find out more »17th Annual Christmas in the Marianas (December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29)
It is about that time for the most exciting, long-awaited holiday season of the year. The 17th Annual Christmas in The Marianas takes place every Saturday at the Paseo De Marianas (PDM) in Garapan. The event features decorated Christmas trees, a Christmas parade, and a costume/caroling contest. Various schools from around The Marianas volunteer to show their holiday spirits by decorating the PDM with magnificent Christmas decors. The Christmas parade features floats with beautiful bright lights and attracts not only…
Find out more »17th Annual Christmas in the Marianas (December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29)
It is about that time for the most exciting, long-awaited holiday season of the year. The 17th Annual Christmas in The Marianas takes place every Saturday at the Paseo De Marianas (PDM) in Garapan. The event features decorated Christmas trees, a Christmas parade, and a costume/caroling contest. Various schools from around The Marianas volunteer to show their holiday spirits by decorating the PDM with magnificent Christmas decors. The Christmas parade features floats with beautiful bright lights and attracts not only…
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