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Saturday, December 3, 2011

Javea Port hosts Christmas fair Dec 2011

The shops of Port of Javea, in collaboration with the Department of Economic Development, is hosting a special fair during the long holiday weekend of the “Constitución” in which everyone will be able to enjoy the shopping, entertainment and children's activities and start soaking up the Christmas spirit. According to the president of the Aduanas del Mar Business and Trade Association (ACEAM), Geovanny Sanchez, this year they have chosen to feature local craftsmen who make their own products rather than bring in outside craftsmen. The businesses in the Port have also decided to reward customers who make purchases upwards of 15 euros with gift vouchers redeemable for horse and buggy rides, bouncy castles or a giant ball that children can enter and, with adult supervision, roll around the Plaza Jaume I, where the fair is to be held.


The local shops, bars and restaurants that participate will be easily recognized thanks to the red carpet at the door and the stars they will place in their windows. These include an array of clothing and accessories shops, jewelry shops, gift and decoration, perfumeries, hairdressers and beauty salons, bookshops, food shops and delicatessens. The restaurateurs of the Port in Marina Española, Andrés Lambert and Cristo del Mar will also be offering special Christmas fair menus from Saturday December 3rd to Tuesday December 6th, from 11.00 am to 2.00 pm and from 5.00 to 8.00 pm.
At the fair based in the Plaza Jaume I, visitors will also be able to shop at the artisan posts from the Arenal or the Bruja Etreus magic shop, or enjoy savouries from the Oliva Negra mobile snack bar, which will be offering crepes, soups, hot chocolate and wine. With Christmas decorations and the sound of carols in the air, the fair will host the first visit by one of the postmen of the Magi, who have already begun collecting letters from children. Finally, there will also be stands dedicated to charities such as the Red Cross and Caritas del Puerto.

Javea Town Hall Press Release December 2011

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Javea prepares for the Gota Fria, heavy rain season

The councillor of public Safety, Juan Ortolá, has held a meeting with all the security services and voluntary organisations to plan and co-ordinate their functions in the face of possible heavy rain. The councillor explained that the high temperatures occurring during this month of September combined with a sea temperature of around 26° are risk factors that could lead the occurrence of a “gota fría”. Therefore the department of Environment and Services is coordinating efforts to clean the drainage systems in areas most prone to flooding, such as Avenida de la Fontana, Avenida de la Libertad and Calle Niza in the Arenal and Calle Santísimo Cristo del Mar in the port. These had previously been cleared but will now be checked to remove any detritus that may have collected recently.

The department has also prepared a list of ravines and channels that need to be cleaned as well as areas which may pose problems, such as areas of bamboo cane and eucalyptus growing on the river bed of the Río Gorgos which could block bridges if torn from the surface by floodwater.

The gathering, which was attended by officers from the Policía Local, Guardia Civil, the provincial fire service, Protección Civil and the volunteer fire service of Balcón al Mar, also served to review the tasks to which each group has been assigned according to the municipal ‘Emergency Plan’ and the best way to coordinate them as well as external resources that can be called on when necessary.

The town hall has decided to transfer immediately to all schools, nurseries and education centres the notices and orange alerts determined by the ‘Emergency Plan’ before the risk of heavy rains so that they can decide on the necessary preventative measures. In addition, a booklet has been prepared with all the recommendations in case of storms and flooding which will be provided to parents of all students and at the general level, leaflets will be distributed amongst residents. The councillor stressed that this type of action is not to frighten residents but to prepare everyone on how to react if faced with such a difficult situation as the floods that devastated much of the area just four years ago.

Source: Press Release - Xàbia Ajuntament

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Gandia Fair and Fiesta Programme 2011

Friday September 30


09:00 h - Departure from Tio de la Porra from Plaza Mayor to the schools of Gandia.


10:00 h - Opening of the Plaza del Prado Mosset in the Plaza.


11:00 am - At the opening of St. Valier Traditions Square with an exhibition of traditional Valencian elements. There will be giants and big heads, horses and chariots, traditional products and the sale of pumpkin fritters until 22:30 h.


11:00 - In the Place of the Pious Schools opening of the Plaza de las Culturas with an exhibition of crafts from various countries.


11:30 am to 14:00 pm - Medieval market around the Palace.


12:30 pm - UAM Cercavila of San Francisco de Borja in the center of the city.


12:00 h to 13:00 h - Workshops and activities for children by The Rogla del Prado.


13:30 h - concentration of the bands Uncle Porra and castle of fireworks in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento de Gandia.


17:00 h to 00:00 h - Medieval market around the Palace.


18:00 h to 20:00 h - Multi by Saltapins, zip lines, ropes, Tibetan bridges in the Plaza Prado.


18:00 am to 20:00 pm - Workshops and activities for children by The Rogla del Prado.


19:00 h to 20:00 h - Paseo de las Artes (Paseo Germanias) theatre and street entertainment. Cucanya Bambolina the talking head of the theatre and the diaDro Pikor solo dance theatre.


20:00 - At the Plaza Mayor (Plaza del Ayuntamiento) medieval market opening ceremony.


20:00 h to 22:00 h - Traditions Square (Street Peddlers) puppet theatre, the Theatre Petra player Buffo. Passes every 30 minutes, 30 people capacity per pass.


21:00 - At the Plaza de las Culturas (Plaza Escuelas Pias) fusion of flamenco music and jazz by Saudade.


21:00 - In the Place of the Poor Clares (Plaza Maria Enriquez next to the convent of Poor Clares) performance of the comedian and magician Jordi LP Flashback.


22:00 h to 23:30 h - Paseo de las Artes (Paseo Germanias) by Traut theatre with The mcKensy's, Circus MuMusic world, the talking head of diaDro Theatre, Parade of Paraband's Band, phonies and they dance for themselves Animasur of Pikor Theatre.


22:00 pm - Performance at the Institute Isabel Pantoja Maria Enriquez.


22:30 pm - Closing Traditions Square


22:30 pm - Performance of Latin music in the Plaza del Ritmo Latino (Plaza of King James I).


22:30 pm - Musical at Teatro Serrano "Elvis, The King of Rock".


23:30 pm - In the Garden of Taxes (Casa de la Marquesa) The Parpel group performance, a tribute to Deep Purple.


23:30 pm - In the Park Festival, Fiesta Sun Music Gandia with free performances by Melendi, Lagarto Amarillo, Rulo and Quiet Contrabanda and Souls.


02:00 h - Closing Mosset Square.


This has been the program Gandia Fair on Friday September 30.


Gandia Fair Program 2011.


Saturday October 1.


10:00 - opens Moset Square.


11:00 h - Opens Traditions Square (Street Valier).


11:00 am - Opens the Plaza de las Culturas (Plaza Escuelas Pias).


11:30 h to 12:30 h Paseo de las Artes (Paseo Germanias) theatre and entertainment industry by Jokulandia, Gegants Jocs i Tot Jocs Cuiners in Plouer i fa sol.


11:30 h to 14h Traditions Square (Street Peddlers) puppet theatre, the Theatre Petra player Buffo. Passes every 30 minutes, 30 people capacity per pass.


11:30 h to 13:30 h Place Prado by Saltapins multisport, zip lines, ropes, bridges and track baseball Tibetans.


From 11:30 to 14:00 h. Medieval Market with various activities in the streets around the Ducal Palace.


At 12.00 h. in Traditions Square (Plaza de San Jose), St. Vitus' dance. Street entertainment show with tales of the Valencian tradition.


From 12.00 to 13.00 h. workshops and activities for children by psychological cabinet Spoken at Rogla del Prado.


At 12.30 h. El Prado Rogla, Cheerful by Arturello divertimento del Popolo. Comedy show with mime, gags, juggling and magic, the days of silent films. For all ages.


At 13.00 h. in Traditions Square parade with the route traveling dulzaineros Grao de Gandia, finishing in the Plaza de San Jose.


At 13.30 h. El Prado Rogla, Dink performance juggling show with magic, humour and globofèxia.


From 17.00 to 00.00 h. Medieval Market with various activities in the streets around the Ducal Palace.


From 18.00 to 20.00 h. Space in the square Prado Multi-circuit multi-adventure and track baseball.


From 18.00 to 20.30 h. in the Paseo de las Artes (ride of the Germania) theatre and street entertainment with: The Head Theatre Speaker diaDro, Zoopark of Jokulandia, Giants Games All Games, Il Crireto Traut, Ronica Pallazoo Circus, Enclowntres of Tatre of Illusion, fakers of Animasur, Dink Show Juggling Show, RUEDA, Mumusic world, Cheerful Arturello Divertimento di Popolo and pianist Ephemeral Water.


From 18.00 to 22.00 h. in Traditions Square (Plaza de San José), exposure to Accordions Accordion Vall d'Albaida.


From 18.00 to 20.00 h. workshops and activities for children by psychological cabinet Spoken at Rogla del Prado.


At 18.30 h. El Prado Rogla and stage magic show entertainment by Alegre Arturello del Popolo. For all ages.


18.30 to 20.30 h. in the Plaza of the Traditions (street Peddlers) Puppet Theatre: The Theatre Petrer Player Buffo. Exhibition and representation of the fable The Petra player Enric Valor. Steps every 30 minutes. Capacity limited to 30 people per pass.


At 19.00 h. IES Maria Enriquez in, CantaJuego performance.


At 19.00 h. in Traditions Square (Plaza de San Jose), and fairy tales Enric Valor starring Dani Miquel Hat Value.


At 19.30 h. El Prado Rogla, Dink performance juggling show with magic, humour and globofèxia.


At 20.00 h. in the Plaza of the Poor Clares (Maria Enriquez square next to the convent of Poor Clares) Mocedades performance.


At 20.30 h. in Traditions Square (Plaza de San Jose), performance of traditional folk music and puzzles, which also incorporate ancient instruments.


From 20.00 to 22.00 h. Gandia Music Festival at the Plaza Elliptical, with performances by local groups Shadows of the Sunshine, metalcore alternative; disservice, Jackback Mafé pop, rap solo.


At 21.00 h. performance of the fusion group Viva Tirado rumba, ska and reggae Plaza de las Culturas (Plaza of the Pious Schools).


At 21.30 h. Medieval Dinner at the Ducal Palace. Price 20 euros, tickets at the Ducal Palace and Casa de Cultura.


From 22 to 23.30 h. in the Paseo de las Artes (ride of the Germania) theatre and street entertainment with: fakers of Animasur, Wheel, Circus Mumusic world, the talking head diaDro Theatre, Theatre Enclowntres allusion Enlightenment, The Pianist Water fleeting, Juggling Show and The McKensys Dink Traut.


At 22.30 h. closing of the Plaza of the Traditions.


At 22.30 h. performance of Latin music in the Plaza del Ritmo Latino (Plaza of King James I).


At 22.30 h. at the Theatre Serrano, meeting King of Rock music.


At 23.00 h. in the Park Festival, Feria Musical Sound, starring Dani Moreno and other Thurs


At 23.30 h. IES Maria Enriquez in, performance of the Dynamic Duo.


At 23.30 h. in The Garden of Taxes (House of Culture), Please group performance (tribute to U2).


At 2:00 pm am, closing Mosset Square, in the Plaza Prado.


End of second day of fair.


Sunday October 2


At 10.00 h. Prado on the square, opening of the Plaza del Mosset.


At 11.00 h. Square opening of Traditions.


At 11.00 h. in the square of the Pious Schools, opening of the Plaza de las Culturas, with the exhibition of items and crafts from different countries.


At 11.30 to 13.00 in the Paseo de las Artes (ride of the Germania) theatre and street entertainment with: Zoopark of Jukalandia, Cockaigne by The scenes Enclowntres Theatre of Illusion, Alegre Arturello Divertimento di Popolo, Circus Pallazoo Ronica, Rum, Rum ... Xap Xip Gizmo Gizmo Karts and Juggling Show Dink Show.


11 0.30 to 13.30 h. in the Prado Plaza, Space Multi-circuit multi-adventure and track baseball.


11 30 to 14.00 h. Medieval Market with various activities in the streets around the Ducal Palace.


11 0.30 to 13.30 h. in the Plaza of the Traditions (street Peddlers), puppet shows: The Player Petrer Buffo Theatre. Exhibition and representation of the fable The Petra player Enric Valor. Shows every 30 minutes. Capacity limited to 30 people per pass.


At 12.00 h. in Traditions Square (Plaza de San Jose), St. Vitus' dance. Show street entertainment


At 12.00 and 13.00 h. El Prado Rogla, Petit Market by Cia. Circus Safor. A group of people over the age of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries to the ancient theatre resist the passage of time. For all ages.


At 13.00 h. in Traditions Square parade Dance Group Rois de Corella, with completion in the Plaza de San José


From 17.00 to 00.00 h. Medieval Market with various activities in the streets around the Ducal Palace.


From 18.00 to 20.00 h. Space in the square Prado Multi-circuit multi-adventure and track baseball.


From 18.00 to 20.00 h. workshops and activities for children by psychological cabinet Spoken at Rogla del Prado.


From 18.00 to 20.30 h. in the Paseo de las Artes (ride of the Germania) theatre and street entertainment with: Divertimento Alegre Arturello di Popolo, the talking head diaDro Theatre; Zoopark of Jukalandia, Cockaigne by La Bambalina; Il Traut hamster; Cooks rains and sunny, fakers of Animasur, RUEDA, Circus MMUSIC world, Rum, Rum ... Xap Xip Gizmo Gizmo Karts, Water pianist ephemeral and biking Arturello di Popolo.


From 18.00 to 22.00 h. in Traditions Square (Plaza de San José), exposure to Accordions Accordion Vall d'Albaida.


From 18.00 to 20.00 h. in the Plaza of the Traditions (street Peddlers) Petrer Player Buffo Theatre. Steps every 30 minutes. Capacity limited to 30 people per pass.


18.30 to 20.30 h. magic and entertainment company in charge of the Clow, Serpentine Theatre in El Prado Rogla.


At 19.00 h. in Traditions Square (Plaza de San Jose), and fairy tales by Enric Enric Valor Esteve: El Gigante del Romero.


At 20.00 h. in the Plaza of the Poor Clares (Maria Enriquez square next to the convent of Poor Clares) performance of the prodigious decade.


At 20.30 h. in the Plaza of the Traditions, Folk Barak musical performance.


From 20.00 to 22.00 h. Gandia Music Festival Jardinet Square, with performances by local groups In The Oblivion, Rock, Rumba Flamenca Sonsera, rumba flamenco and Hidden, pop-rock.


At 21.00 h. multicultural festival in charge of the associations represented on the Plaza de las Culturas (Plaza of the Pious Schools).


At 21.30 h. medieval dinner in the Palazzo Ducale. Price 20 euros, tickets at the Ducal Palace and Casa de Cultura.


At 22.30 h. closing of the Plaza of the Traditions.


At 22.30 h. performance of Latin music in the Plaza del Ritmo Latino (Plaza of King James I).


At 23.30 h. in The Garden of Taxes (House of Culture), The Tubs group performance (tribute to Tina Turner).


At 22.30 h. at the Teatro Serrano, meeting King of Rock music.


At 22.30 h. IES Maria Enriquez in, and tightrope performance Maldita Nerea.


From 22.30 to 23.30 h. in the Paseo de las Artes (ride of the Germania) theatre and street entertainment with: Juggling show Dink Show, Talking Head Theatre diaDro; Liars Sidral, Montagut of Assircopatas, pianist Ephemeral Water and parade the Paraband s Band.


At 01.00 h. Fire Correfocs Hunger, in charge of Visitors that begin and end at the Plaza Prado and come to the Plaza de Cristo Rey.


At 01.00 h. in the Park Festival Orchestra performance of Siberia.


At 2:00 pm am, closing Mosset Square, in the Plaza Prado.


At 3:00 pm in the Park Festival Orchestra performance of Monte Carlo.


Monday October 3


At 10.00 h. Prado on the square, opening of the Plaza del Mosset.


At 11.00 h. Square opening of Traditions in the Plaza de San Jose.


At 11.00 h. in the square of the Pious Schools, opening of the Plaza de las Culturas, with the exhibition of items and crafts from different countries.


At 11.30 h. Mass in the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria, chaired by the Archbishop of Zaragoza, Msgr.Manuel Ureña.


11 0.30 to 13.30 h. in the Paseo de las Artes (ride of the Germania) theatre and street entertainment with: Golf Jokulandia pots, Divertijuegos of All Games, Reprise Theatre Mobile Sidral Liars, Elves and Fairies Raw Rua; Juggling Show Dink and Scuraplats Jungle.


11 0.30 to 13.30 h. in the Prado Plaza, Space Multi-circuit multi-adventure and track baseball.


11 30 to 14.00 h. Medieval Market with various activities in the streets around the Ducal Palace.


11 30 to 14.00 h. in the Plaza of the Traditions, puppet shows: The Player Petrer Buffo Theatre. Exhibition and representation of the fable The Petra player Enric Valor. Steps every 30 minutes. Capacity limited to 30 people per pass.


At 12.00 h. El Prado Rogla, Barfi magician's performance.


At 12.30 h. UAM parade in San Francisco de Borja de Gandía through the streets of downtown.


At 13.00 h. civic event with the participation of people of the former Duchy in the Ducal Palace.


At 13.00 h. in Traditions Square parade of the Safor Muixeranga and dulzaineros Association of Safor.Conclude in the Piazza San Jose.


At 14.00 h. Mascletà in Avda. Argentina.


At 16.30 h. Peddlers street, Plaza of the Traditions Trophy Raspall 700 anniversary of the Fair. First game: players with disabilities. Part Two: Waldo and Robert against Moro and Enrico Loripi.


From 17.00 to 00.00 h. Medieval Market with various activities in the streets around the Ducal Palace.


At 18.00 h. concert at the Theatre Serrano Serrano Master Anthology is by Elche City Orchestra and Choir directed by Oscar Manuel Palau Creus


At 18.00 h. in Traditions Square, the parade of the Grau de Gandia Dolçainers ending in Plaza de San Jose.


From 18.00 to 22.00 h. in the Plaza of the Traditions, an exhibition of Accordions Accordions for the Vall d'Albaida.


From 18.00 to 20.00 h. in the Plaza of the Traditions (street Peddlers) Petrer Player Buffo Theatre. Steps every 30 minutes. Capacity limited to 30 people per pass.


From 18.00 to 20.00 h. Multi space in the Plaza Prado.


From 18.00 to 20.00 h. magic and entertainment company in charge of the Clow, Serpentine Theatre, El Prado Rogla.


From 18.00 to 20.30 h. in the Paseo de las Artes (ride of the Germania) theater and street entertainment with: Golf Jokulandia pots, Divertijuegos of All Games, Sidral Liars, magic with the Wizard Barbi, La Selva Scuraplats; Montagut of Assircopatas; Juggling Show Dink Reprise Theatre Show and Mobile.


At 18.30 h. parade of drums section of the Garden Step through the centre of the city that also accompany the procession in honour of the patron. Organizes Brotherhood of the Holy Agony of Jesus in the Garden.


At 19.00 h. in Traditions Square (Plaza de San José), Stories and Tales by Enric Valor Uncle Vicente: Enric Valor's fables.


At 19.30 h. Pinho Orchestra performance of the group and its music festival summer night in the Plaza de las Culturas (Plaza of the Pious Schools).


At 20.00 h. Procession in honour of San Francisco de Borja from the collegiate to the following route: Plaza Mayor, c / Ausias March, c / Duke Alfons el Vell, tour of the Germania, c / San Francisco de Borja, c / San José de Calasanz, Place of the Pious Schools, C / Mayor, C / Loreto, Loreto Square, c / Padre Gomar, Plaza de Santa Clara, c / of the Carmelites, Plaza de la Villa to finish in the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria.


At 20.30 h. in Traditions Square (Piazza San Jose) performance Pep Gimeno "Botifarra".


At 23.00 h. Castle Fireworks finale in the Chapel of Souls.


Other Activities.


Exhibition Fair 700 years (from 1311 to 2011)


From September 16 to October 12 the House of Culture Marques de Gonzalez de Quiros, hosts the exhibition 700 years of Fair from 1311-2011, to celebrate this occasion. Curated by Alvaro Garcia, manager of IMAB shows the evolution of the show from this document to the present, in chronology and images. The exhibition can be visited free Monday through Saturday from 10 to 14 and 18 to 20 h.


-Guided tours of the Palazzo Ducale.


Visiting days will be Thursday September 29, Friday September 30 and October 1 at 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 17.00, 18.00 and 19.00 hours. And on Sunday 2 and Monday 3 October at 11.00, 12.00 and 13.00 hours.


29 and September 30 will share a total of 78 entries divided between visiting hours and a maximum of two tickets per person. On October 1st 72 tickets will be distributed and the remaining 36 days.


MAGA-open days.


Throughout the Fair and Festival Days, visitors who come to the MAGA will:


- Visiting the offices of the Old Hospital of San Marcos, now home of MAGA, founded by Alfonso building the Elder in the fourteenth century.


- Know the permanent exhibition focusing on the prehistory of the region of the Costa Blanca, are the remains found in the Cave and Cave Bolomor Parpalló.


- Participate in the demonstrations to be held in the "prehistoric settlement" installed in the courtyard. Visitors can learn about the activities of daily life of prehistoric societies, as ornament, as they hunted, such as cooking, where they lived, as did fire, which sounds heard ....


These demonstrations will be held on Friday and Saturday at 12h00 and 17h00, and Sunday and Monday at 12h00.


Museum hours will be:


Friday and Saturday from 10 to 14h 15 to 19h.


Sunday and Monday from 10 to 14.


From 30 to October 3 MAGA entry is free.


Dressage Show-Mediterranean Aires.


Organize Equestrian Centre Los Robles.


Sunday October 2 at 12.00. Tirant in the square.

Monday, September 19, 2011

Gandia Fair and Fiesta Programme 2011

Por fin ha salido publiado el programa feria de Gandia 2011, este es el cartel de los conciertos del Maria Enriquez y los musicales del teatro Serrano. Ya está todo preparado para la fira de Gandia 2011.

Conciertos feria de Gandia: Todos los conciertos serán en el institulo maria enriquez menos los del festival Gandia Sol Música que son gratis y se pueden comprar en:

- Servicam.

- El Corte Inglés.

- Bankia.

- Ticketea.com, Casa de Cultura Marquès de González de Quirós (Passeig dels Germanies, 13. Gandia).

- Tourist Info Gandia, Tourist Info Platja i els dos estancs del Passeig Marítim).

La programación de la feria de Gandia 2011 es la siguiente.

Viernes 30 de Septiembre
09:00h – Salida del Tío de la Porra desde la Plaza Mayor hacia los colegios de Gandia.

10:00h – Inauguración de la Plaza del Mosset en la Plaza Prado.

11:00h – En la Calle Valier inauguración de la Plaza de las Tradiciones con una exposición de elementos valencianos tradicionales. Habrán gigantes y cabezudos, caballos y carros, productos tradicionales y la venta de buñuelos de calabaza hasta las 22:30h.

11:00h – En la Plaza de las Escuelas Pías inauguración de la Plaza de las Culturas con una exposición de productos artesanales de varios países.

11:30h a 14:00h – Mercado medieval en los alrededores del palacio ducal.

12:30h – Cercavila de la UAM San Francisco de Borja por el centro de la ciudad.

12:00h a 13:00h – Talleres y actividades infantiles por El Rogle del Prado.

13:30h – Concentración de las bandas del Tío de la Porra y castillo pirotécnico en la Plaza del Ayuntamiento de Gandia.

17:00h a 00:00h – Mercado medieval en los alrededores del palacio ducal.

18:00h a 20:00h – Multiaventura a cargo de Saltapins, tirolinas, cuerdas, puentes tibetanos en la Plaza Prado.

18:00h a 20:00h – Talleres y actividades infantiles por El Rogle del Prado.

19:00h a 20:00h – Paseo de las Artes (Paseo Germanias) teatro y entretenimiento en la calle. Cucanyes a cargo de la Bambolina, La cabeza parlante del teatro diadres y ellas bailan solas de Pikor Teatro.

20:00h – En la Plaza Mayor (Plaza del Ayuntamiento) acto inaugural del mercado medieval.

20:00h a 22:00h – Plaza de las Tradiciones (Calle Pellers) teatro de marionetas, El jugador de Petrer de Teatre Buffo. Pases cada 30 minutos, aforo 30 personas por pase.

21:00h – En la Plaza de las Culturas (Plaza escuelas pías) Música fusión de flamenco y jazz a cargo de Saudade.

21:00h – En la Plaza de las Clarisas (Plaza Maria Enriquez junto al convento de las clarisas) actuación del humorista Jordi LP y el mago Flashback.

22:00h a 23:30h – Paseo de las Artes (Paseo Germanias) teatro a cargo de Traüt con The mcKensy's, mundo de MuMusic Circus, La cabeza parlante del Teatre Diadres, Pasacalle de la Paraband's Band, Farsantes de Animasur y ellas bailan solas de Pikor Teatro.

22:00h – Actuación Isabel Pantoja en el Instituto Maria Enriquez.

22:30h – Cierre Plaza de las Tradiciones

22:30h – Actuación de música latina en la Plaza del Ritmo Latino (Plaza del rey Jaume I).

22:30h – Musical en el Teatro Serrano "Elvis, El rey del Rock".

23:30h – En el Jardín de los Tributos (Casa de la Marquesa) actuación del grupo Los Parpel, tributo a Deep Purple.

23:30h – En el Parque de la Fiesta, Fiesta Gandia Sol Música con las actuaciones gratuitas de Melendi, Lagarto Amarillo, Rulo y la Contrabanda y Almas Mudas.

02:00h – Cierre de la Plaza del Mosset.

Este ha sido el programa de la feria de Gandia para el viernes 30 de septiembre.



Programa feria de Gandia 2011.

Sábado 1 de octubre.
10:00h – Se abre la Plaza del Moset.

11:00h – Se abre la Plaza de las Tradiciones (Calle Valier).

11:00h – Se abre la Plaza de las Culturas (Plaza escuelas pias).

11:30h a 12:30h Paseo de las Artes (Paseo Germanias) teatro y entrenimiento por Jokulandia, Jocs Gegants de Tot en Jocs i Cuiners de Plou i fa sol.

11:30h a 14h Plaza de las Tradiciones (Calle Pellers) teatro de marionetas, El jugador de Petrer de Teatre Buffo. Pases cada 30 minutos, aforo 30 personas por pase.

11:30h a 13:30h Plaza Prado multiaventura a cargo de Saltapins, tirolinas, cuerdas, puentes tibetanos y pista de beisbol.

De 11:30 a 14.00 h. Mercado Medieval con diversas actividades en las calles de alrededor del Palacio Ducal.

A las 12.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (plaza de San José), Baile de San Vito . Espectáculo de animación de calle con cuentos de la tradición valenciana.

De 12.00 a 13.00 h. talleres y actividades infantiles a cargo del gabinete psicológico Hablamos en El Rogle del Prado .

A las 12.30 h. en El Rogle del Prado , Alegre divertimento a cargo de Arturello del Popolo. Espectáculo cómico que con pantomima, gags, malabares y magia recrea la época del cine mudo. Para todos los públicos.

A las 13.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones pasacalles con recorrido itinerante de los Dulzaineros del Grao de Gandia, con final en la plaza de San José.

A las 13.30 h. en El Rogle del Prado , actuación de Dink Show con malabares, magia, humor y globofèxia.

De 17.00 a 00.00 h. Mercado Medieval con diversas actividades en las calles de alrededor del Palacio Ducal.

De 18.00 a 20.00 h. Espacio de Multiaventura en la plaza Prado con circuito multiaventura y pista de béisbol.

De 18.00 a 20.30 h. en el Paseo de las Artes (paseo de las Germanías) teatro y entretenimiento en la calle con: La Cabeza Parlante de Teatro Diadres, Zoopark de Jokulandia, Juegos Gigantes de Todo en Juegos, Il Crireto de TRAÜT, Pallazoo de Circo Ronic, Enclowntres de Tatre de la Ilusión, farsantes de Animasur, Malabares Show de Dink Show, RUEDA, mundo de Mumusic, Alegre Divertimento de Arturello di Popolo y El pianista del Agua de Efímero.

De 18.00 a 22.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (plaza de San José), exposición de Acordeones para Acordeones de la Vall d'Albaida.

De 18.00 a 20.00 h. talleres y actividades infantiles a cargo del gabinete psicológico Hablamos en El Rogle del Prado .

A las 18.30 h. en El Rogle del Prado espectáculo de magia y teatro Alegre divertimento a cargo de Arturello del Popolo. Para todos los públicos.

De 18.30 a 20.30 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (calle Pellers), teatro de Títeres: El Jugador de Petrer de Teatro Buffo. Exposición y representación de la fábula El jugador de Petrer de Enric Valor. Pasos cada 30 minutos. Aforo limitado a 30 personas por pase.

A las 19.00 h. en el IES María Enriquez , actuación de CantaJuego .

A las 19.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (plaza de San José), narraciones y cuentos de Enric Valor con la actuación de Dani Miquel con El sombrero de Valor.

A las 19.30 h. en El Rogle del Prado , actuación de Dink Show con malabares, magia, humor y globofèxia.

A las 20.00 h. en la Plaza de las Clarisas (plaza María Enríquez junto al convento de Las Clarisas) actuación de Mocedades.

A las 20.30 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (plaza de San José), actuación de música folk y tradicional de Rompecabezas, que incorporan además, instrumentos antiguos.

De 20.00 a 22.00 h. Gandia Music Festival en la Plaza Elíptica, con las actuaciones de los grupos locales Shadows of the Sunshine, metalcore alternativo; Flaco Favor, pop y Mafé Jackback, solista rap.

A las 21.00 h. actuación del grupo Viva Tirado de fusión rumba, ska y reggae Plaza de las Culturas , (plaza de las Escuelas Pías).

A las 21.30 h. Cenas Medievales en el Palacio Ducal. Precio 20 euros, venta de tickets en el Palacio Ducal y Casa de Cultura.

De 22 a 23.30 h. en el Paseo de las Artes (paseo de las Germanías) teatro y entretenimiento en la calle con: farsantes de Animasur, Rueda, mundo de Mumusic Circus, La Cabeza Parlante de Teatro Diadres, Enclowntres de Teatro de la Ilustración alusión, El pianista del Agua de Efímero, Malabares Show de Dink Show y The McKensys de TRAÜT.

A las 22.30 h. cierre de la Plaza de las Tradiciones .

A las 22.30 h. actuación de música latina en la Plaza del Ritmo Latino (Plaza del rey Jaime I).

A las 22.30 h. en el Teatro Serrano , sesión del musical El rey del Rock .

A las 23.00 h. en el Parque de la Fiesta , Feria Musical Sound, con las actuaciones de Dani Moreno y otros jue

A las 23.30 h. en el IES María Enriquez , actuación de El Dúo Dinámico .

A las 23.30 h. en El Jardín de los Tributos (Casa de la Cultura), actuación del grupo Please (tributo a U2).

A las 2:00 h. de la madrugada, cierre de la Plaza del Mosset , en la plaza Prado.

Fin del segundo día de Feria.



Domingo día 2 de octubre


A las 10.00 h. en la plaza Prado, apertura de la Plaza del Mosset .

A las 11.00 h. apertura de la Plaza de las Tradiciones .

A las 11.00 h. en la plaza de las Escuelas Pías, apertura de la Plaza de las Culturas , con la exposición de elementos y productos artesanales de diversos países.

A las 11.30 a 13.00 h. en el Paseo de las Artes (paseo de las Germanías) teatro y entretenimiento en la calle con: Zoopark de Jukalandia, Cucañas a cargo de La Bambalina, Enclowntres de Teatro de la Ilusión, Alegre Divertimento de Arturello di Popolo, Pallazoo de Circo Ronic, Rum, Rum … Trasto Karts de Xip Xap Trasto y Malabares Show de Dink Show.

De 11 .30 a 13.30 h. en la plaza Prado, Espacio de Multiaventura con circuito multiaventura y pista de béisbol .

De 11 .30 a 14.00 h. Mercado Medieval con diversas actividades en las calles de alrededor del Palacio Ducal.

De 11 .30 a 13.30 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (calle Pellers), teatro de títeres: El Jugador de Petrer de Teatro Buffo. Exposición y representación de la fábula El jugador de Petrer de Enric Valor. Pasos cada 30 minutos. Aforo limitado a 30 personas por pase.

A las 12.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (plaza de San José), Baile de San Vito . Espectáculo de animación de calle

A las 12.00 y 13.00 h. en El Rogle del Prado , Petit Mercado a cargo de Cía. Circo de la Safor. Un grupo de gente mayor de la época de finales del siglo XIX y principios del XX resisten a un antiguo teatro el paso del tiempo. Para todos los públicos.

A las 13.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones pasacalle del Grupo de Danzas de Rois de Corella, con finalización en la plaza de San José

De 17.00 a 00.00 h. Mercado Medieval con diversas actividades en las calles de alrededor del Palacio Ducal.

De 18.00 a 20.00 h. Espacio de Multiaventura en la plaza Prado con circuito multiaventura y pista de béisbol.

De 18.00 a 20.00 h. talleres y actividades infantiles a cargo del gabinete psicológico Hablamos en El Rogle del Prado .

De 18.00 a 20.30 h. en el Paseo de las Artes (paseo de las Germanías) teatro y entretenimiento en la calle con: Alegre Divertimento de Arturello di Popolo; La Cabeza Parlante de Teatro Diadres; Zoopark de Jukalandia; Cucañas a cargo de La Bambalina ; Il Criceto de TRAÜT; Cocineros de Llueve y hace sol; farsantes de Animasur, RUEDA, mundo de MMUSIC Circus, Rum, Rum … Trasto Karts de Xip Xap Trasto, El pianista del Agua de Efímero y La Bicicleta de Arturello di Popolo.

De 18.00 a 22.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (plaza de San José), exposición de Acordeones para Acordeones de la Vall d'Albaida.

De 18.00 a 20.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (calle Pellers), El Jugador de Petrer de Teatro Buffo. Pasos cada 30 minutos. Aforo limitado a 30 personas por pase.

De 18.30 a 20.30 h. magia y animación a cargo de la compañía de Clow, Serpentina Teatro en El Rogle del Prado .

A las 19.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (plaza de San José), narraciones y cuentos de Enric Valor a cargo de Enric Esteve: El Gigante del Romero.

A las 20.00 h. en la Plaza de las Clarisas (plaza María Enríquez junto al convento de Las Clarisas) actuación de La Década Prodigiosa.

A las 20.30 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones , actuación musical de Barac Folk.

De 20.00 a 22.00 h. Gandia Music Festival en la plaza del Jardinet, con las actuaciones de los grupos locales In The Oblivion, rock, Sonsera Rumba Flamenca, rumba flamenca y Hidden, pop-rock.

A las 21.00 h. festival multicultural a cargo de las asociaciones representadas en la Plaza de las Culturas , (plaza de las Escuelas Pías).

A las 21.30 h. cenas medievales en el Palacio Ducal. Precio 20 euros, venta de tickets en el Palacio Ducal y Casa de Cultura.

A las 22.30 h. cierre de la Plaza de las Tradiciones .

A las 22.30 h. actuación de música latina en la Plaza del Ritmo Latino (Plaza del rey Jaime I).

A las 23.30 h. en El Jardín de los Tributos (Casa de Cultura), actuación del grupo The Tinas (tributo a Tina Turner).

A las 22.30 h. en el Teatro Serrano , sesión del musical El rey del Rock .

A las 22.30 h. en el IES María Enriquez , actuación de Funambulista y Maldita Nerea .

De 22.30 a 23.30 h. en el Paseo de las Artes (paseo de las Germanías) teatro y entretenimiento en la calle con: Malabares show de Dink Show, La Cabeza Parlante de Teatro Diadres; Mentirosos de Sidral, Montagut de Assircopatas, El pianista de del Agua de Efímero y pasacalle de la Paraband s Band.

En la 01.00 h. Correfocs Hambre de Fuego, a cargo de Visitantes que comenzará y finalizará en la Plaza Prado y llegará hasta la plaza de Cristo Rey.

En la 01.00 h. en el Parque de la Fiesta actuación de la orquesta Syberia.

A las 2:00 h. de la madrugada, cierre de la Plaza del Mosset , en la plaza Prado.

A las 3:00 h. en el Parque de la Fiesta actuación de la orquesta Montecarlo.



Lunes 3 de octubre


A las 10.00 h. en la plaza Prado, apertura de la Plaza del Mosset .

A las 11.00 h. apertura de la Plaza de las Tradiciones en la plaza de San José.

A las 11.00 h. en la plaza de las Escuelas Pías, apertura de la Plaza de las Culturas , con la exposición de elementos y productos artesanales de diversos países.

A las 11.30 h. Misa solemne en la Colegiata de Santa María, presidida por el arzobispo de Zaragoza, Mons.. don Manuel Ureña.

De 11 .30 a 13.30 h. en el Paseo de las Artes (paseo de las Germanías) teatro y entretenimiento en la calle con: Golf cacharros de Jokulandia, Divertijuegos de Todos en Juegos, Reprís de Teatro Móvil, Mentirosos de sidral, Elfos y Hadas de Rua Cruda; Malabares Show de Dink Show y La Selva de Scuraplats.

De 11 .30 a 13.30 h. en la plaza Prado, Espacio de Multiaventura con circuito multiaventura y pista de béisbol.

De 11 .30 a 14.00 h. Mercado Medieval con diversas actividades en las calles de alrededor del Palacio Ducal.

De 11 .30 a 14.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones , teatro de títeres: El Jugador de Petrer de Teatro Buffo. Exposición y representación de la fábula El jugador de Petrer de Enric Valor. Pasos cada 30 minutos. Aforo limitado a 30 personas por pase.

A las 12.00 h. en El Rogle del Prado , actuación del mago barfi.

A las 12.30 h. pasacalles de la UAM San Francisco de Borja de Gandía por las calles del centro de la ciudad.

A las 13.00 h. acto cívico con la participación de los pueblos del antiguo Ducado en el Palacio Ducal.

A las 13.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones pasacalle de la Muixeranga de la Safor y Asociación de Dulzaineros de la Safor. Finalizará en la plaza de San José.

A las 14.00 h. Mascletà en la Avda.. República Argentina.

A las 16.30 h. en la calle Pellers, Plaza de las Tradiciones Trofeo de Raspall 700 aniversario de la Feria. Primera partida: jugadores con movilidad reducida. Segunda partida: Waldo y Roberto contra Moro, Loripi y Enrico.

De 17.00 a 00.00 h. Mercado Medieval con diversas actividades en las calles de alrededor del Palacio Ducal.

A las 18.00 h. en el Teatro Serrano concierto Maestro Serrano Antología es cargo de Orquesta Ciudad de Elche y Orfeón Manuel Palau dirigidos por Oscar Creus

A las 18.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones , pasacalle de los Dolçainers del Grao de Gandia que finalizará en la plaza de San José.

De 18.00 a 22.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones , exposición de Acordeones para Acordeones de la Vall d'Albaida.

De 18.00 a 20.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (calle Pellers), El Jugador de Petrer de Teatro Buffo. Pasos cada 30 minutos. Aforo limitado a 30 personas por pase.

De 18.00 a 20.00 h. Espacio de Multiaventura en la plaza Prado.

De 18.00 a 20.00 h. magia y animación a cargo de la compañía de Clow, Serpentina Teatro, en El Rogle del Prado .

De 18.00 a 20.30 h. en el Paseo de las Artes (paseo de las Germanías) teatro y entretenimiento en la calle con: Golf cacharros de Jokulandia, Divertijuegos de Todos en Juegos, Mentirosos de sidral, magia con el Mago Barbi, La Selva de Scuraplats; Montagut de Assircopatas; Malabares Show de Dink Show y Reprís de Teatro Móvil.

A las 18.30 h. pasacalle de la sección de Tambores del Paso del Huerto por el centro de la ciudad que acompañará también la procesión en honor al patrón. Organiza Hermandad de la Sagrada Oración de Jesús en el Huerto.

A las 19.00 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones (plaza de San José), Narraciones y Cuentos de Enric Valor a cargo de El Tío Vicente: las fábulas de Enric Valor .

A las 19.30 h. actuación del grupo Orquesta Pinho y su música de verbena nocturna veraniega en la Plaza de las Culturas , (plaza de las Escuelas Pías).

A las 20.00 h. Procesión en honor a San Francisco de Borja desde la Colegiata con el siguiente recorrido: Plaza Mayor, c / Ausiàs March, c / Duque Alfons el Vell, paseo de las Germanías, c / San Francisco de Borja , c / San José de Calasanz, plaza de las Escuelas Pías, C / Mayor, C / Loreto, Plaza del Loreto, c / Padre Gomar, plaza de Santa Clara, c / de las Carmelitas, plaza de la Villa para finalizar en la Colegiata de Santa María.

A las 20.30 h. en la Plaza de las Tradiciones , (plaza de San José) actuación de Pep Gimeno "Botifarra".

A las 23.00 h. Castillo de Fuegos Artificiales fin de fiesta en la Ermita de las Ánimas.

Otras Actividades.


Exposición 700 años de Feria (desde 1311 hasta 2011)

Desde el 16 de septiembre y hasta el 12 de octubre la Casa de Cultura Marqués de González de Quirós, acoge la exposición 700 años de Feria desde 1311 hasta 2011, para celebrar esta efeméride. Comisariada por Álvaro García, gerente del IMAB recoge la evolución de la feria desde este documento hasta la actualidad, en cronología e imágenes. La muestra se puede visitar gratuitamente de lunes a sábado en horario de 10 a 14 y de 18 a 20 h.



-Visitas guiadas al Palacio Ducal.

Los días de visita serán jueves 29 de septiembre, viernes 30 de septiembre y 1 de octubre a las 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 17.00, 18.00 y 19.00 horas. Y el domingo 2 y lunes 3 de octubre a las 11.00, 12.00 y 13.00 horas.

Los días 29 y 30 de septiembre se repartirán un total de 78 entradas repartidas entre las horas de visita y dos entradas como máximo por persona. El día 1 de octubre se repartirán 72 entradas y el resto de días 36.



-MAGA jornadas de puertas abiertas.

A lo largo de las Jornadas de Feria y Fiestas, los visitantes que se acercan hasta el MAGA podrán:



- Visitar las dependencias de el Antiguo Hospital de San Marcos , actual sede del MAGA, edificio fundado por Alfonso el Viejo en el siglo XIV.

- Conocer la exposición permanente centrada en la Prehistoria de la comarca de la Safor, destacan los restos encontrados en la Cueva del Bolomor y la Cueva del Parpalló.

- Participar de las demostraciones que se realizarán en el "Poblado prehistórico" instalado en el patio. Los visitantes podrán conocer las actividades de la vida cotidiana de las sociedades prehistóricas: como se adornaban, como cazaban, como cocinaban, donde vivían, como hacían fuego, qué sonidos escuchaban ….

Estas demostraciones se realizarán el viernes y sábado a las 12h00 y 17h00, y el domingo y lunes a las 12h00.



El horario del museo será:

Viernes y sábado de 10 a 14h y de 15 a 19h.

Domingo y lunes de 10 a 14h.

Del 30 al 3 de octubre la entrada al MAGA será gratuita.



-Espectáculo de doma Aires del Mediterráneo.

Organiza Centro Hípico Los Robles.

Domingo 2 de octubre a las 12.00 horas. en la plaza del Tirant.

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Gandia Fair and Fiesta 2011 / Fira i Festes Gandia 2011

Gandia Fair and Fiesta 2011 / Fira i Festes GAndia 2011

Gandia 16 September - October 12, 2011

Gandia Fair and Fiesta 2011 / Fira i Festes Gandia 2011


- Exhibition of 700 years of the Gandia Fira (1311-2011)

From September 16 to October 12 the House of Culture Marques de Gonzalez de Quiros, hosts the exhibition of 700 years of the Gandia Fira 1311-2011. Curated by Alvaro Garcia, manager of IMAB shows the evolution of the fair from start to the present, in chronology and images. The exhibition can be visited free Monday through Saturday from 10 to 14 and 18 to 20 h.

-Guided tours of the Palazzo Ducale.

Visiting days will be Thursday September 29, Friday September 30 and October 1 at 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 17.00, 18.00 and 19.00 hours. And on Sunday 2 and Monday 3 October at 11.00, 12.00 and 13.00 hours.

29 and September 30 will share a total of 78 entries between visiting hours and a maximum of two tickets per person. On October 1st 72 tickets will be distributed and the remaining 36 days.

MAGA-open days.

A along the Fira i Festes Days, visitors who come to the Maga may:

- Visiting the offices of the Old Hospital de Sant Marc, now home of Maga, building founded by Alfons el Vell to s. XIV.
- Know the permanent exhibition focusing on the prehistory of the region of the Costa Blanca, are the remains found at the Cave and Cave Bolomor Parpalló.
- Participate in the demonstrations to be held in the "prehistoric settlement" installed in the courtyard. Visitors can learn about the activities of daily life of prehistoric societies: how they adorned, as they hunted, such as cooking, where they lived, as did fire, listening to what dreams ....
These demonstrations will be held on Friday and Saturday at 12h00 and 17h00, and Sunday and Monday at 12h00.

Museum hours will be:
Friday and Saturday from 10 to 14h 15 to 19h.
Sunday and Monday from 10 to 14.
30 to October 3 at Maga entry is free.

Dressage Show-Mediterranean Aires.
Organize Equestrian Center Los Robles.
Sunday October 2 at 12.00. Strap on the square.

-Entities:
Vespa-Safor Association, an exhibition of classic wasps. Street Sunday 2 Sant Francesc de Borja. Starting at 10.00 h.
Motor-Gandia Association Classic. Classic Car Exhibition. Street Sunday 2 Sant Francesc de Borja. Starting at 10.00 h.
Bonsai Exhibition.
Organizers: Bonsai Club-Gandia Costa Blanca
Garden of the Casa de Cultura.
Opening September 28 at 19.30 h. The days of the fair will be open from 10.30 to 14 and from 17.30 to 22.30. After the exhibition will show permanently in the garden of the Casa de Cultura.



Concerts by Melendi, Isabel Pantoja, the Dynamic Duo or Maldita Nerea, on the Plaza of Mosset

Check the schedule to be informed of all events

http://www.youblisher.com/p/175922-Programa-Fira-y-Festes-Gandia-2011/

Saturday, September 10, 2011

Alicante-Valencia rail link land grab

THE REGIONAL public works council has released details of the land that is to be expropriated ahead of the building of the Alicante to Valencia coastal rail link.

The building of the rail line will see property in Alicante, Muchamiel, Campello, San Vicente, Agost, Monforte, Villajoyosa and Benidorm expropriated.

Owners of the affected land now have two months in which to view the plans in their respective town halls and present their appeals should they wish to do so.

Last April, regional government reached an agreement with the public works ministry under which it agreed to build the 82 kilometre stretch of the line between Alicante and Dénia and the ministry would build the remaining 58 kilometres from Dénia to Gandía.

The cost of the project has been put at 1,500 million euros and it envisages a rail link between Alicante airport and Benidorm that will move people between the two destinations in just 36 minutes. Benidorm is listed as being one of the 50 most populated urban areas in Spain yet it is the only one that does not have a proper main line rail link.

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Summer Concerts in the Gardens of the Casa de Cultura de Gandia August 2011

Gandía el Festival Polisonic.

Summer Concerts in the Gardens of the Casa de Cultura de Gandia August 2011


The Concerts in the Gardens of the Casa de Cultura de Gandia (Palacio Marques de Gonzalez de Quiros) which is on the Paseo, are as follows.

Thursday 4th August 22:30 "Barcelona Bluegrass Band" Entrance Free.

Friday 5th August 22.30 " I Contramaglia" Italian band "Nostalgia for the Tango". Entrance €5.00.

Saturday 6th August 22:30 "Septo Santiaguero". Rythms of Cuba. Entrance €5.00.

Thursday 11th August 22:30 "Xarnege" Traditional music of the Pyrenees. Entrance Free

Friday 12 August 22:30 "F Collective" The passion of Flamenco. Entrance €5.00.

Saturday 13th August 22:30 "Sons of the Delta" UK/ USA group. Blues. Entrance €5.00

Thursday18th August 22:30 "Andreu Martinez Band" Rock and Jazz. Entrance Free.

Friday 19th August 22:30 "The Jive Aces" UK/ USA group. Swing for Dancing. Entrance €5.00

El 4 de agosto: Barcelona Bluegrass Band a las 22:30h, entrada grauita. (Música country & western)

El 5 de agosto: I Contramilonga a las 22:30h, la entrada cuesta 5€ (Tango)

El 6 de agosto: Septeto Santiaguero a las 22:30, la entrada cuenta 5€ (Ritmos cubanos)

El 11 de agosto: Xarnege a las 22:30h , entrada gratuita. (La tradición musical de los Pirineos)

El 12 de agosto: F Collective a las 22:30h, la entrada cuesta 5€ (Flamenco)

El 13 de agosto: Sons of the Delta, a las 22:30h, la entrada cuesta 5€ (Blues)

El 18 de agosto: Andreu Martínez Band, a las 22:30h, la entrada es gratuita (Rock y jazz)

El 19 de agosto: The Jive & Toni Elizabeth Prima, a las 22:30h, la entrada cuesta 5€ (Swing)

Summer Concerts in the Gardens of the Casa de Cultura de Gandia August 2011

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Julio Iglesias en Gandía

Julio Iglesias en Gandía

Sunday 14 August 2011 at 23:00
Plaza del PuertoAvinguda de la Pau, 46730 Gandia, España



Tickets

http://www.ticketea.com/julioiglesias

Tom Jones in Gandia 16th August 2011

Tom Jones en Gandía
martes 16 de agosto de 2011 a las 23:00 y otras fechas
Plaza del Puerto Avinguda de la Pau, 46730 Gandia, España

Tickets from 25euros to 95 euros



Tickets available from http://www.ticketea.com/tomjones

Friday, July 8, 2011

Moors and Christians Fiesta in Oliva 2011

MOORS AND CHRISTIANS 2011 (21ST TO 24TH JULY)

SATURDAY, 16 TH JULY: 5th CHILDREN MEETING & PRESENTATION OF CAPTAINS, AMBASSADORS AND STANDARD-BEARERS
11.00 h. Children meeting with Moors & Christians festivity. Plays, balloon's war, stories and so on... Located in Paseo Gregori Mayans
23.00 h. Personal introduction of the Captains, Ambassadors and Standard-Bearers at Parc de L'Estació. At the end there will be spectacular fireworks.

THURSDAY 21 ST JULY: STREET CRY, DAY FOR THE MUSIC AND THE "PUTXERO" NIGHT.
20.00. Festival Proclamation from the Town Hall balcony with the harquebusier salute in the honour of Captains, Ambassadors and the Town crier, attended by the authorities.
Music bands parade from the Town Hall to the Parc de l´Estació where they will play the pasodoble "Oliva 1990" by Miquel Villar, directed by Josep Rafel Albert i Guerola.
String of fireworks and hoisting of the Christian flag at the castle.

00.30: After having putxero (typical stew) for dinner at the càbiles and casals (Moors and Christians stations), it will be an "Informal Parade" with the participation of those who want to join the party by the following route: Loygorry avenue and Joan Carles I boulevard and Lluis Vives.
The party will go on until early in the morning at the càbiles and casals.

The party will go on until early in the morning at the càbiles and casals.



FRIDAY 22ND : JULY ENTRY CHRISTIAN PARADE DAY
08.00 h. General awakening with fire and music beginning at the Music conservatory and following through the streets of Oliva.

20.30 h. Spectacular Entry Parade by the Christians in this order:


CHRISTIANS
Opening Entry
Filada Jaume I
Filada Mosqueters
Filada Masers
Filada Pirates
Filada Contrabandistes
Filada Corsaris (Filada Christians Captains 2011)



They will go through the following streets: Rinconada de les Ermites, Ctra. Gabriel Ciscar, Av. Loygorri, Paseo Joan Carles I, Paseo Lluís Vives ending at the Municipal Market.
The party will go on in the morning at the different càbiles and casals



SATURDAY 23RD JULY: MOOR LANDING, EMBASSY DAY AND ENTRY MOOR PARADE.
00.30 h. Orchestra will add charm to the party at the "Mitja Galta" (Pau-Pi Beach) until the Moors Landing.
06.00 h. Moors Landing at Mitja Galta Beach with a spectacular firework set piece and harquebusier. Harangue of the Moor Captain, Courier and Moor Embassy, with resultant battle between Moors and Christians. Moors Conquest. There will be amazing surprises... enjoy it!
19.30 h. Retreat Parade by Moors in this order:


MOORS
Opening Entry
Filada Marràqueix
Filada Almoràvits
Filada Taifes
Filada Mudèjars
Filada Moriscos
Filada Tuàreg (Filada Moors Captains 2011)



They will go through the following streets: Rinconada de les Ermites, Ctra. Gabriel Ciscar, Av. Loygorri, Paseo Joan Carles I, Paseo Lluís Vives ending at the Municipal Market.


SUNDAY 24TH JULY: FRATERNITY DAY AND CHRISTIAN RECONQUEST AND THE END OF FESTIVITY.
12.00 h. Visits of the Moors and Christians to the different càbiles and casals expressing their fraternity with music band parade.

19.00 h. Children Retreat of Moors and Christians who will go through the following streets with music bands and float: Av. Loygorri , Joan Carles I, Lluís Vives and Jaume I ending at the Municipal Maket.

19.30 h. The reconquest of the castle by the Christians. Departure of the Moors and Christians from Rei Jaume I Boulevard following through Lluis Vives Boulevard, Joan Carles I Boulevard, Loygorry Avenue, Pare Antoni Salelles and entry to the castle.
20.30 h. Harangue of the Christian Captain, Courier to the Moor band and Christian Embassy, with resultant battle between Moors and Christians. Christian Reconquest.

24.30 h. Spectacular fireworks by Pirotècnica Borreda sponsored by Festivities Delegation of the Town Hall, and ending of the festivities.
Note: During the festivities, there will be music all through the town.


Oliva Tourist Information Website

Gandia TV closed down by Gandia Town Hall

Gandia Town Hall has closed Gandia TV after 13 years of operations.

Spanish media reports that Gandia Town Hall has closed its local TV channel "Gandia Televisio", with the loss of 30 jobs.

Reports say that the closure of Gandia TV is a temporary measure, while the correct broadcast licence is obtained. This is due to a regional Valencian government case against Gandia TV for not having the correct licence.








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Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Benicassim music festival line up 14 - 17th July 2011

The annual Benicassim music festival is taking place at Benicasim between 14 - 17th July 2011.

The line up of acts has been finalised.

Thursday, July 14, 2011
Maravillas Stage


The Streets
Plan B
Pendulum
Paolo Nutini
Russian Red
Layabouts

Fiberfib.com Stage

Chase and Status
Congotronics Vs Rockers
Julieta Venegas
Henry Saiz
Jack Beats
Antilles
The Spires
Lesser Gods

Fib Club

Crystal Fighters
Dorian
Anna Calvi
Guille Milkyway DJ
Grupo Salvaje
Aldo Linares
Gasteiz Gang

Friday, July 15, 2011
Maravillas Stage


The Strokes
Brandon Flowers
Elbow
Friendly Fires
Atom Rhumba
Nudozurdo

Fiberfib.com Stage

James Murphy
The Stranglers
Herman Dune
The Juan MacLean
Mary Anne Hobbs
Ainara LeGardon
The Paris Riots
Jane Joyd

Fib Club

The Undertones
The Morning Benders
Zombie Zombie
The Marzipan Man
O Emperor
DJ Rojiblanco
Mondo Sonoro DJs
The 1945

Saturday, July 16, 2011
Maravillas Stage


Arctic Monkeys
Mumford and Sons
Primal Scream
Lori Meyers
Tame Impala
McEnroe

Fiberfib.com Stage

Beirut
Big Audio Dynamite
Bombay Bicycle Club
Derrick Carter
Astrud And Col-lectiu Brossa
Fake Blood
Jerry Fish & The Mudbug Club
Nadadora

Fib Club

Amable
Star Slinger
Spectrals
Smile
Logo
Los Ginkas
Sunta Templeton

Sunday, July 17, 2011
Maravillas Stage


Arcade Fire
Portishead
Noah And The Whale
CatPeople
Pigbag
The Coronas From Ireland

Fiberfib.com Stage

Tinie Tempah
The Go! Team
Antònia Font
Professor Green
Roska
The Joy Formidable
Gesaffelstein
Los Eterno

Fib Club

Hidrogenesse
Anika
Veronica Falls
Chris Geddes DJ Set
And So I Watch You From Afar
Aldo Linares
Indienella






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Thursday, June 23, 2011

European Grand Prix Valencia. BBC Coverage

European Grand Prix Valencia. BBC Coverage

European Grand Prix
Venue: Valencia Street Circuit, Valencia
Date: 24, 25 & 26 June
Coverage:
Friday:
First practice 0855-1035, BBC Red Button, Radio 5 live sports extra, online.
Second practice 1255-1435 BBC Red Button, Radio 5 live sports extra, online.

Saturday:
Third practice 0955-1105 Red Button, Radio 5 live sports extra, online.
Qualifying 1210-1415 BBC One, BBC 1 HD, 5 live, online.

Sunday - race coverage 1200-1535 BBC One, BBC1HD, 5 live, online.
F1 forum 1530-1630 Red Button & online.
Highlights 1900-2000 BBC Three, BBC HD

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Confusion About Free UK Television in Spain - Freeview Or Freesat?

Confusion About Free UK Television in Spain - Freeview Or Freesat?

Many people are confused about whether they can receive free UK television in Spain. The subject of what UK channels you can receive is something we are always being asked. Terms such as free UK television in Spain, Freeview and Freesat are always cropping up so we shall explain it to you.

Many people, including satellite installers in Spain, get confused about Freeview and Freesat. If satellite TV installers are unable to get their terminology correct, then no wonder British expats on the Costa's in Spain are getting more and more confused about how to receive UK TV in Spain.

As British expats move to the warm coastal areas of southern Spain in the Mediterranean, they find it frustrating that they are not able to watch the UK television programmes such as BBC1, BBC2, ITV1, Channel 4 and Channel 5, or the other 100plus other UK TV channels, including Sports, movies and news, that are available to view for free. Although they try to watch local Spanish television channels, some feel the quality of programmes on Spanish TV is not that good as UK TV, they do not show many popular UK TV programmes like Coronation Street or Eastenders, and not all programmes are available in English, (although the switch to Digital Terrestrial Television - TDT - has meant a lot more UK and USA imported programmes are available in English.)

Receiving Freeview in Spain

Freeview is a free digital TV package that is available to people living in the UK. It is not, like many people say, available outside the UK especially Spain. You cannot receive Freeview in Spain. Freeview is a UK only digital television system that is transmitted from the land based television transmitter masts, like Emley Moor and Crystal Palace. The signals from these terrestrial transmitters are not strong enough to reach Spain.

Many UK TV channels are available on "free to air" satellite systems. British expats around Europe can watch their favourite UK TV channels for free via free to air satellite in Spain. Free to air means that there is no monthly subscription to pay, unlike the pay TV channels offered on satellite packages offered by Sky TV.


Receiving Freesat in Spain

Freesat is the name of a brand of satellite receivers designed to receive these free to air UK satellite television channels. You can also use a Sky digibox or any other digital satellite receiver to receive the free to air signals. A Sky digibox without a viewing card will still be able to receive BBC and ITV channels, and all the channels a Freesat receiver can receive.

You can receive many of the UK free to air TV channels by installing a small satellite dish and a digital satellite set top box. However, due to the frequencies used, the main UK TV channels such as BBC and ITV may not be available on these small satellite dishes, and therefore much larger satellite dishes will be required, from 1.8m to 2.4m.

It is worth noting that a Sky digibox without a Sky viewing card will receive the same channels as a standard Freesat digibox.

Both Sky digiboxes and Freesat digiboxes use the same satellite frequencies. So if you cannot receive BBC1 on a Sky box withoyour exisitng satellite dish, then you will not be able to receive BBC1 on your Freesat receiver with the same dish!

Spain does have its own version of Freeview, called Television Digital Terrestrial - TDT. Using a TDT set top box, you are able to receive around 30 digital Spanish television channels via your TV aerial on your roof. The digital aspect allows a much clearer picture than the old analogue TV system, and has the option to change the Spanish dubbing soundtrack on UK and USA imported programmes into the original version. It should also be noted that some UK "Freeview" set top boxes do not work in Spain correctly, as they are programmed for the UK TV service and not the TDT service.



So if an installer says that they are able to install a UK Freeview television system for you in Spain, ask them a few questions. As Freeview is a service received by a TV aerial, then why are they installing a satellite dish? Will you able to receive all the UK Freeview channels, like "Dave" and Sky Sports News, for free on their system, as many channels available for free on Freeview are in fact subscription only on satellite. Remember You cannot receive Freeview in Spain!



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Thursday, June 16, 2011

Getting "no signal" for Teledeporte on Spanish TV in Valencia?

Recent changes to some of the frequencies used for Spanish TV may mean that you are receiving a "NO SIGNAL" message when trying to watch some Spanish digital TV channels.

One of the more popular Spanish TV channels affected is Teledeporte, the free sports channel on TDT.

Basically, some of the TDT channels have changed frequencies.

So all you need to do to get them back is to rescan, normally using the "install" options on your TDT receiver.

This should scan all the available frequencies used for TDT and your channels should then reappear.

This may not be the case for some community systems, where additional "frequency modules" may need to be installed to receive these new frequencies.

More information on this issue at

Changes to Spanish TV. Changes to frequencies used for TV in Spain.

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Sunday, June 12, 2011

Sky TV in Valencia and UK TV in Valencia

A few good website full of informatoon about reception of Sky TV in Valencia and UK Freesat TV in Valencia.

If you want Sky or Freesat and are living in the Valencia community, then these two websites are a must to read about what you need to watch UK TV, what size satellite dish you need, the best Sky digibox for your needs, and the best Sky TV pay package and viewing card.

Sky TV in Valencia Blog

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Saturday, June 11, 2011

How to get to Valencia

There are many ways to get to Valencia.

By car: a number of motorways ensure easy access into the heart of Valencia. The A7 even links Valencia to the French border, whist the A3 links Valencia to Madrid.

By train: Valencias main train station is the Estación del Norte (North Station). It has lines to the south, the north and Madrid. It also have new AVE high speed train lines for quick journeys.

By Air: Valencias Aeropuerto de Manises (Valencia Airport) is located just outside the main city. Tghere are rewgular flights flights to all major cities over Europe as well as regular scheduled services from Spanish centres including Barcelona, Madrid and Malaga.

By sea : several ferry routes operate from Valencia Port. These include routes to Barcelona and the Ibiza islands.

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Tuesday, June 7, 2011

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Saturday, June 4, 2011

Important changes to TDT "Spanish Freeview" frequencies in the Valencia area

As part of Phase 2 of the digital switch over in Spain, some channels on TDT "Spanish Freeview" have changed their frequencies. This affects TV reception not only in the Valencia area, but across the whole of Spain.

All channels on frequency / multiplex 66 have been moved and transferred over to new frequencies.

This has affected the following Spanish digital TV channels:

Teledeporte
Intereconomía
Veo7 TV

A rescan on your TDT set top box will need to be performed to make sure you can continue to receive these Spanish TV channels.

In some cases a call for a TV engineer / TV installer will be required, as your existing system may not be able to receive Teledeportes new frequency. This is especially true for community TV systems, where individual amplifier modules are installed.


Phase 2 of Spain’s digital switch over is aimed to free up the digital TV frequency spectrum between from 62 to 69. This is so these frequencies can be sold off to other telecoms companies, like mobile phone operators.

It is also worth noting that Teledeporte is now labelled as TDP.


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Sunday, May 29, 2011

Grand Prix of Europe - Valencia 2011

This years Formula One Grand Prix of Europe, also known as the Valencia F1 Grand Prix 2011 takes place this year on the 24th to 27th June 2011.

It takes place on the Valencia Street Circuit, a a semi-permanent street circuit in Valencia, Spain designed around the marina and port area of Valencia.

The track is 5.419 kilometres (3.367 mi) long and incorporates a total of 25 turns – 11 right-handers and 14 left-handers. It is unique as the track has a bridge crossing across the entrance to the marina. It has been critisised by many due to the lack of overtaking places. In fact in the 2009 race there was NO overtaking at all during the race.

Hopefully the recent rule changes and the Drag Reductions System DRS makes Valencia a bit more exciting for the spectator.

However, if you cannot make it to the race, you can watch it all LIVE on BBC TV in Spain. You can watch the Valencia Grand Prix on the BBC Sports Interactive streams. These can be received on a small 80cm satellite dish in Valencia, and does not require a big 2.4m Portuguese satellite dish to receive UK TV in Valencia.

To access the BBC Sportds service on a Sky box on a small satellite dish in Valencia, Spain, you need to go to the BBC News channel, Sky TV channel 503. Press the RED button, to go to the BBC Interactive TV service. Type in "3001", which is the page number for the BBC Sports service. Once the multiscreen has loaded up you can choose which LIVE sports stream to watch.

Monday, April 11, 2011

Free Adverts and Business Listings for the Costa Blanca, and Valencia / Alicante area of Spain

Free Business Listings for the Costa Blanca, and Valencia / Alicante area of Spain are availale at

Valencia Costa Blanca Forum and Free Business Directory

The Valencia CB Team will provide a free listing with basic details about Businesses and Services on the Costa Blanca / Communidad Valencia / Alicante area.

This is done by using data that is currently freely available to the public.

Should you wish to provide more information about your business or service, or advertise prices, goods or special offers, please register, and post either a new thread with all your details and information, or a reply under your existing "basic" listing.

Ths is a free advertising service, although a reciprocal link to use on your own website would be appreciated, it is not essential.

Saturday, March 19, 2011

Fallas in Valencia 2011

Here are some pictures of the Fallas Fiesta in Valencia in March 2011.

Fallas Fiesta Valencia

More images can be seen at

Fallas Fiesta in Valencia 2011




Monday, March 7, 2011

Fallas 2011 and Fathers Day in Spain

Dia del padre (Father’s day) is celebrated on the 19th of March. It falls on St. Joseph’s day. Celebrations for Father’s day depend on the city you’re in and in some parts of Spain, like Valencia, there’s a grand celebration on this day called “Las Fallas.”

Las Fallas is undoubtedly one of the most unique and crazy festivals in Spain. Las Fallas literally means “the fires”. Valencia is busy preparing the festive atmosphere from early in the month with the mascletas, noisy firework displays that take place every day at 2pm in Town Hall Square. Then it is time for the traditional planta of the fallas. People work all night to erect more than 700 statues in the city’s streets and squares. Some even start setting up days before – these huge statues can reach up to 20 metres in height.

You can enjoy these impressive scenes until the crema, when they are set alight amidst a fascinating spectacle of light, music and fireworks. All are burnt except one ninot which, elected by a popular vote, is saved from the flames to form part of the collection at the Fallero Museum.

Another of the most exciting moments of the Fallas is the floral offering to the Virgin Mary. When the Fallas parade starts in honour of the Virgin, there is a mountain of flowers 14 metres high. Open-air celebrations, parades, competitions and other activities complete the festive programme. Valencia, usually a quiet city with a population of half a million, turns into a town of over three million flame-loving revelers during Las Fallas.

If you can get up to Valencia for a few days, or even for the main day, on one of the coach trips, we would definitely recommend it.

Estival Tour Travel Agency are offering a coach trip to Valencia, staying in a 3 star hotel for two nights half board and including insurance, for only 143€, with pick up here at La Zenia. Or alternatively 41€ per person for 4* hotel and B&B.

For the more adventurous, they can organize train tickets and hotel accommodation in the city centre, all to suit budgets and requirements.

Saturday, March 5, 2011

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A HUGE directory of businesses and srevies for the Costa Blanca and Valencia area of Spain.

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Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Fallas 2011 - Fallas Timetable for Valencia

Fallas 2011 - Fallas Timetable for Valencia

FEBRUARY 27th (Sunday)
At 07.00 a.m. Despertà (awakening sound fireworks) along Paz street toards the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 12.00 p.m. Music Band Parade from the Plaza de la Virgen towards the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square) several music bands march playing typical
pasodobles. The parade finish approximately at a quarter to 2 p.m. and at that time all the bands will play together the Pasodoble “El Fallero” (the Fallas anthem)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 8.00 p.m. Cridà. La Crida marks the official opening of the Fallas Festival. Crowds of onlookers and all the Fallas Committees gather beneath the Serranos Towers, one
of historical Valencia's best-known monuments. After a spectacular inaugural display of light, sound, music and fireworks, the "Fallera Mayor" of Valencia (elected festival
queen), surrounded by her Court of Honour and the city authorities, invites everyone to enjoy the imminent fiesta.

MARCH 1st (Tuesday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 2nd (Wednesday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 3rd (Thursday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 4th (Friday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 5th (Saturday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 06.00 p.m. Great Mascletà Neapolitan style (sound fireworks) in the Las Arenas beach between Las Arenas Hotel and the Red Cross First Aid Post.
At 10.30 p.m. Ninot Parade. Itinerary: Departing from Marques de Sotelo street towards the Plaza del Ayuntamiento and around the square passing by the City Hall
main entrance and back to Marqués de Sotelo street. After the parade opposite the City Hall. Night Mascletà.

MARCH 6th (Sunday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 7th (Monday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 8th (Tuesday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 9th (Wednesday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 10th (Thursday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 11th (Friday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).

MARCH 12th (Saturday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 10.30 p.m .“International Folk Parade” around the “Plaza del Ayuntamiento” (City Hall Square). After the parade opposite the City Hall. Night Mascletà.

MARCH 13th (Sunday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 5.30 p.m. Children’s Ninot Parade. Itinerary: Departing from La Glorieta, by Paz and San Vicente streets towards the Plaza del Ayuntamiento by the City Hall, ending in Marqués de Sotelo street. After the parade opposite the City Hall. Night Mascletà.

MARCH 14th (Monday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 06.00 p.m. Closure ceremony of the “CHILDREN'S NINOT EXHIBITION” (children's figurines).

MARCH 15th (Tuesday)
At 08.00 a .m. Plantà (setting up) of all “FALLAS INFANTILES” (children's fallas)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 06.00 p.m. Closure ceremony of the “NINOT EXHIBITION” (adult's figurines).
At 00.00 a .m Plantà (setting up) of all “FALLAS” (adult's fallas)
At 01.00 a .m. Fireworks on the Paseo de La Alameda (between Exposición Bridge and Las Flores Bridge).

MARCH 16th (Wednesday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 04.30 p.m. From the stage outside the City Hall building, Awards Ceremony for Children's "Fallas".
At 01.00 a .m. Fireworks on the Paseo de La Alameda (between Exposición Bridge and Las Flores Bridge).

MARCH 17th (Thursday)
At 09.30 a .m. From the stage outside the City Hall building, Awards Ceremony for"Fallas" in all participating sections.
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 04.00 p.m. First day of the Flower offering to our Lady of the Forsaken (“Virgen de los Desamparados”) along Paz street and San Vicente street thousands of falleros
march towards the Plaza de la Virgen. The flower offering finishes around 1 a .m. in the morning.
At 01.00 a .m. Fireworks on the Paseo de La Alameda (between Exposición Bridge and Las Flores Bridge).

MARCH 18th (Friday)
At 11.00 a .m. Homage to the poet Maximilano Thous, at the monument in his honour located at crossroads of Sagunto street and Maximilano Thous street. After finishing, a
“Mascletà” will be staged.
At 12.00 p.m. Homage to the “Maestro Serrano”, taking place at the monument dedicated to his memory in Reino de Valencia Ave. After finishing, a “Mascletà” will be
staged.
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square)
At 04.00 p.m. Second day of the Flower offering to our Lady of the Forsaken (“Virgen de los Desamparados”) along Paz street and San Vicente street thousands of
falleros march towards the Plaza de la Virgen. The flower offering finishes around 1 a .m. in the morning.
At 01.30 a .m. Nit de Foc, the most important fireworks display in The Fallas Festival on the “Paseo de la Alameda” (between Exposición Bridge and Las Flores Bridge)

MARCH 19th (Saturday)
At 11.00 a .m. On the “Puente de San José” (Saint Joseph Bridge), flower offering made by the “Fallas” Queens and their Courts of Honour in front of the statue of the
Patriarch. A “Mascletà” will follow.
At 12.00 p.m. Mass in honour of the Patriarch St. Joseph, in the Cathedral Church, staged by the Central Fallas Council and the Carpenters Guild with the attendance of
the “Fallas” Queens of Valencia and their Courts of Honour. Mass sung by the"Cathedral Choir" and the orchestra from the Conservatoire José Iturbi from Valencia.
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 07.00 p.m. Cabalgata del Fuego (Fire Parade) along Colon Street with a spectacular firework show in Porta de la Mar Square.
At 10.00 p.m. Cremà or burning of the Children's Fallas.
At 10.30 p.m. Cremà or burning of the Children's Fallas having obtained First Prize among the Fallas of the Special Section.
At 11.00 p.m. Cremà or burning of the Children's Falla in the “Plaza del Ayuntamiento” (City Hall Square).

MARCH 20th (Saturday)
At 00.00 a .m. Cremà or burning all the remaining adults Fallas in Valencia.
At 00.30 a .m. Cremà or burning of the adult “Falla” having obtained First Prize among the fallas of the Special Section.
At 01.00 a .m. Bouquet of aerial fireworks in the “Plaza del Ayuntamiento” (City Hall Square) and Cremà or burning of the “Falla” in this square.




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Thursday, February 10, 2011

Official Moto2 and 125cc training sessions in Cheste

The racing calendar of the Region of Valencia's Ricardo Tormo Circuit in Cheste is burning up the track. Following the official Formula 1 training sessions which took place just a few weeks ago, the time has come for motorcycle racing fans to enjoy the show. Between 10th and 12th February, the official Moto2 and 125cc training sessions are getting underway.

The circuit is named after the fondly remembered 50cc World Champion, since he was the first Valencian to win the world title. Ricardo Tormo died in 1998 having lost his battle against leukaemia.

The Region of Valencia's Ricardo Tormo Circuit has been hosting MotoGP events since it first opened in 1999. For many years, it has been included on the World Championship calendar and its excellent infrastructures and services earned it the trophy for Best Grand Prix, awarded every year by the IRTA, in 2001 and 2006

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The Ninot Fallas Exhibition in Valencia

Once again this year, Valencia will be holding its Ninot Exhibition in Nuevo Centro. A selection of the monuments and figures taking part in each Fallas celebration will be included in the Fallas Museum, having been previously selected by the visitors themselves.

They will choose the Ninot indultat through their votes; in other words, they will vote for the monument or figure which will be saved from the flames on 19th March to become part of the Fallas Museum collection, the only museum of its kind, which exhibits all the figures that have been 'pardoned' throughout history. Here, we can see the changes in the materials used to create these monuments - wax, stone, polyester or polystyrene - as well as the different styles.

The Ninot Exhibition has been held in a number of different settings, including the Hall of Columns in the former Exchange, the lower level of the Central Market, and the lower level of Ruzafa Market. The change in location has been motivated by the logistical problem of displaying over 760 figures in the adult and children's categories, which compete every year.

In 2004, the Ninot Exhibition moved to a large marquee in the square known as the Plaza Exterior de Nuevo Centro, built 'ex profeso' to house the exhibition and the over 1,700 square metres it required.

Now, visitors can judge the exhibits in a large, well-lit space, which gives each piece the room it needs, set against an opaque background, so they can cast their vote based on sound judgement.

HORARIO
De lunes a domingo, de 10.00 a 21.00 hrs.

PRECIOS
Adultos: 2€
Niños, Jubilados y Grupos: 1€

Teléfono de contacto: 961 935 936

Para más información:
JUNTA CENTRAL FALLERA
Av.de la Plata, 117
46006 Valencia
Teléfonos de contacto: 963 521 730 / 963 521 789

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Sunday, January 23, 2011

Valencia: an edgy and vibrant expat city

Expat author Jason Webster explains why the ever-changing city of Valencia is the perfect setting for his novels - and for him.

If I’d had a choice about where to come and live in Spain I probably wouldn’t have plumped for Valencia. But that was over 10 years ago, and the city was a very different place then.

Only in recent years has this Mediterranean city - the third largest in Spain after Madrid and Barcelona - emerged from an ugly-duckling image it has suffered for decades. Not without reason did the theatre critic Kenneth Tynan dub it ‘the world capital of anti-tourism’ forty years ago, revelling in the city’s griminess, perverseness and lack of attention to the needs of visitors.

“To be alone in Valencia,” he quoted Lady Harlech as saying at the time, “is to be permanently twenty minutes this side of suicide.”

Punished by Franco for being the capital of the Republic during the Spanish Civil War, and unloved by much of the rest of the country, Valencia was a backwater, a jewel so encrusted with dirt that almost no one could see the treasure that was lying underneath - least of all the Valencians themselves.

But all that has changed. As I write, the very first high-speed trains are arriving in the city from Madrid, bringing passengers in from the capital - over 350 km away - in barely an hour and a half.

Yet this is only the latest in a long string of recent developments that have transformed Valencia into the most exciting city in Spain. Madrid may be the centre of power, and Barcelona a cultural mecca, but Valencia offers the light and vibrancy of a major Mediterranean port, without the stress of an oversized metropolis.

Perhaps the most emblematic symbol of the new Valencia is the City of Arts and Sciences - a vast space-age complex of buildings designed by Valencian wunderkind Santiago Calatrava, one of the most feted architects around. An opera house, a science museum, aquarium and showcase tennis court have all been constructed, attracting visitors from all over the world, and are frequently used as the backdrop in adverts for new sports cars.

The attractions of the older part of the city have also been given some much-needed attention. When I first arrived, chunks of the Moorish city walls and wonderful 19th century town houses were close to falling down. Valencia felt neglected and down-at-heel. Now, however, a great number of these buildings have been restored and painted, their facades shining bright pinks, reds and blues.

For this is a city that loves colour, pageantry and show, in all its forms. Fallas, the biggest fiesta of the year here - and one of the most important in the country - heralds the coming of Spring. And Valencians like to mark the changing of the seasons with a concentration of fireworks, "fire-cracker concerts" and bonfires that would pull at the heart-strings of any self-respecting arsonist. Tonne after tonne of gunpowder is ignited in a seemingly endless display of pyrotechnics, both during the day and at night. While on the last day of the festivities, eight-metre-high statues of wood and papier-mâché, standing at almost every crossroads, are set ablaze, often scorching nearby buildings - and anyone foolish enough to stand too close.

There’s more to the city than a strong pyromaniac tendency, though. Valencia is the home of Spain’s national dish - paella. Here, the real thing is made with chicken and rabbit, not seafood - although there are fish and shellfish versions. But with the sea close by, and surrounded by a belt of fertile market gardens growing everything from oranges and artichokes to spinach and olives, this is an ideal place to test for oneself the health-giving benefits of the famous "Mediterranean diet".

Yet despite all this abundance and renewal, all is not rosy in Valencia. There is a dark side to the city, one that rarely comes to light or is seen by the visitor or recently arrived expat. Which was one of the reasons why I decided to write a series of detective novels set here. Having set down my roots over ten years before, I wanted to describe the place that had become my home, but to do so in a way that expressed the nuances, the shadows and tones of grey as well as all the colour and the attractions. Today no one could insist that this is a capital of "anti-tourism", but the dirty, edgy city that Tynan saw hasn’t gone away, not entirely.

Accusations of corruption in the city’s politics are so common now they barely warrant front-page attention. All that money that was used to help revamp the place was also used to line a few pockets, it would appear.

Then some of the decisions made in the name of progress have been very controversial. The Cabanyal is an old fishermen’s quarter north of the port area, running parallel to the beach. Here tightly packed houses from the turn of the century display facades of delicate ceramic work, with blue, green and turquoise zig-zag patterns or checker-board effects, with decorations showing sea creatures or the faces of water spirits. The area has been described by more than one visitor as an "open-air museum", a showcase of Art Nouveau design. Yet the Town Hall wants to bulldoze a great hole through the neighbourhood to extend a modern avenue through to the seafront. Local people have staged protests, and there have been clashes with the police, but the plans continue.

And of course, as with almost any modern city, Valencia has its own fair share of problems with drugs and the sex trade. In fact, the city had an official red-light district as far back as the Middle Ages. And as you drive along the local roads today you will often find a lonely building somewhere, the word "club" in fluorescent lights over the door. Don’t be fooled: this is not the local equivalent of White’s or the Atheneum, but a brothel.

Despite its faults, though, I have developed a deep attachment to Valencia. I came originally because I had fallen in love with a Valencian woman; today she is my wife. And although, in that sense, the choice of where I was to come and live in Spain was made for me, I now know I would have it no other way. Valencia is, and will continue to be, a great Spanish city. And there is more than enough material here for many more crime novels to come.

Jason Webster has lived in Spain since 1993.

from_http://www.telegraph.co.uk/expat/expatlife/8237127/Valencia-an-edgy-and-vibrant-expat-city.html

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