CHATTERS INVITE YOU TO MEET VICE CONSUL LLOYD MILEN

Living in Spain can be somewhat confusing, it is difficult enough when you speak the language, but even more so if you don’t.  

Chatters invite you to Roda Centro Civico on Wednesday March 18^th at 11am, to come along and find out more about what you can do to help yourselves.  Vice Consul, Lloyd Milen has agreed to come along and talk to us about LIVING IN SPAIN, and will be happy to answer any questions you may have, but please keep them brief and to the point.  No need to book, all are welcome, so pop along a little earlier, have a coffee, and grab a seat.

He will also raise the point on how difficult it is for charities to keep going if they don’t have the volunteers.  

We are all desperate for help, and HAH need carers. There are no set hours and always to suit you, and maybe just 2 hours, when you have time, to help someone who is struggling to say, get up or have a shower, or do some shopping.

If you can help, please email helpathomespain@gmail.com or telephone 603 517 770

If you have any specific questions you would like to ask, please email Lesley Eburne at the above address with them, so as I can forward to Mr. Milen

PROGRAMMING OF SPRING EVENTS IN MUNICIPAL LIBRARY OF MAZARRÓN

The Municipal Library announces its new programming this Spring. Until May many activities seek the participation of different sectors of the Municipality in order to involve them in Culture, as announced by its Director, Magdalena Campillo, at a press conference accompanied by the Mayor Ginés Campillo .

The presence of the writer Fernando Sanchez Dragó will be in attendance at one of the meetings on 21 April. It is precisely in that month when the largest number of activities take place to coincide with the celebration of World Book Day. This year is also the fourth centenary of the second part of El Quijote and to commemorate, the Municipal Library has scheduled several events - highlights include dramatic readings by the IES Domingo Valdivieso and Club de Lectura de la Biblioteca of Puerto de Mazarrón on the 23 and 29 April. Also, there will be a tribute to El Quijote by Infant and Primary Schools and a theatrical performance of fourth graders from CEIP Miguel Delibes, on 27 April.

Thursday 11 March sees an exhibition “Los Mendrugos: unos estudiantes de tebeo”  by artists of the magazine “Jueves”, Juan Alvarez and Jorge Gomez. On Tuesday 14, Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 March, these comic authors star in a workshop for students of secondary schools in the Municipality of Mazarrón and the libraries of Mazarrón and Puerto de Mazarrón. On Friday April 10,  la Asociación  Coleccionista del Sello de la Biblioteca de Puerto de Mazarrón opens another exhibition entitled  “La Literatura a través del sello”

In addition, every Tuesday and Thursday continues with the storytelling in the libraries of Mazarrón and Puerto respectively and also sees the return of cinema screenings for children on Fridays in Centro Cultural: Bambi (February 27), Cinderella (March 6), Tiana and the Toad (March 13th), Peter Pan (April 10) and Tangled (April 17).

NEW PROCESSION ANNOUNCED FOR EASTER MONDAY - MAZARRON

Holy Week in Puerto de Mazarrón extends this year its timetable of ceremonial events with the celebration of a Via Crucis which will take place on Easter Monday starting at 9.30pm. At that time the image of Nuestro Padre Jesús Nazareno will start from the fish market to be met by Santísima Virgen de los Dolores who leaves the Church of San José. This news was announced by the local Priest, Justo José Sánchez for whom it is a different processions event, "thus providing a time for prayer and deep meditation for Pasión del Salvador” , said Justo José Sánchez who invited the residents of Puerto de Mazarrón to come with candles to illuminate this event.

This news was announced after Mass on Ash Wednesday, held in the Church of San José de Puerto de Mazarrón. In a ceremony attended by the Mayor of Mazarrón, Francisco Garcia, and the Councillors  of Culture and Celebrations, Ginés Campillo and Isidro Coy, President of the Council of Guilds Francisco Muñoz Osuna,  and the name of the Nazarene preacher for this year was announced . Distinctions were awarded to the Director of la Voz of Mazarrón, Antonio Balanza, and Confrade Aurora del Olmo, respectively. Balanza will read his proclamation on March 27.

In addition and as expected, the poster was also presented, which this year has been designed by local photographer Teresa Lopez Acosta. In a close-up image, Christo Nazareno is seen supporting the weight of the Cross, and secondly sees the Virgen de los Dolores showing her worth as a mother  seeing the suffering of her son.

The event was closed by Ginés Campillo Councillor for Culture and the Mayor of Mazarrón, Francisco García who asked the guilds to continue working to keep Easter alive and urged citizens to take to the streets as they have done previously, to live these days with faith and passion, both from the religious sphere and from the point of view of a cultural event.

GUIDED TOURS WITH MAZARRÓN TOWN HALL FROM FEB - JUNE 2015

Five Hiking Trails and Eleven Cultural Visits Reinforce The Tourism Promotion Of The Municipality of Mazarrón 

From late February through to June, there will be 16 new routes planned to show the natural wealth of the Municipality:

Walks

March 21^st the Sierra de las Moreras offers a panoramic view of great beauty.

April 18^th is the hiking route Barranco de Algezares, an amazing location that is not well known, despite being near the city centre.

May 23^rd La Sierra de las Herrerías and June 20th is Cala Salitrona

All tours are guided and have appropriate liability insurance. They will last two to four hours, with varying difficulty depending on the type of route.

There are eleven cultural routes, visiting various attractions of Mazarrón:

A guided tour of the Minas de Mazarrón on 1^st March, 10^th May and 21^st June.

Historic Walk in Mazarrón that includes a visit to Town Hall, Castle of Velez and Minas de Mazarrón on 11^th April and 6^th June.

Historic Walk in Puerto de Mazarrón includes the Roman Era Street House, the Roman Salt Factory and the Interpretation Centre for the Phoenician Boat on 15^th March, 26^th April and 17^th May.

A Theatrical Visit to La Torre de los Caballos, Bolnuevo on 18^th April and 31st May.

Like the hikers, all cultural tours are guided by accredited professionals, with maximum of 40 people to guarantee a satisfying experience.

Registration for the above can be done at visitamazarron.es or at Mazarrón Tourist Office, Puerto de Mazarrón. The departure time is 11am, except the visit to the mines which is 10am and the nature walks start at 9am.

MAZARRÓN BAHIA LIONS EVENTS - 6 & 8 MARCH

The Mazarron Bahia LIONS are holding a RACE NIGHT at the BLACK BULL on Saturday 6th March 7.00 for 7.30 start.

 

Come and get in the saddle with your whips out {only your whips} and join in the fun ,become the owner of a horse in each race and win a bottle of spirits ,or just bet on the winner of the race.

We have 8 races on video and can assure many of you have a good time.

Then on Sunday 8th March our LEOS are holding a STRIDES walk/bike ride to raise awareness of people with diabetes.

You are welcome to come along and join in with the LEOS ,you may even get your photo taken and put in the local magazines.

For further information e-mail us at :- mazarron.lions1@gmail.com

SAMARITANS IN SPAIN 2ND BIRTHDAY - 28 FEBRUARY

On Saturday 28 February 10am to 2pm Samaritans in Spain will be celebratng its second birthday at their charity shop in Punta Prima Commercial Centre.

There will be various stalls including homemade cakes and produce, tombola, card reading and many more.

The shop and drop in centre will be open as usual. Events such as this are very important to us, not only to raise awareness, but to fund our free, completely confidential emotional support service.

The Helpline is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by calling 902 88 35 35. For further information please contact:- Roy Parker 666129823  

"ACTIN" SPRING FAYRE - 4 MARCH, CAMPOSOL

Actin are holding a Spring Fayre on March 4th at Mariano's on Camposol A from 10.00am, please come along and support us,

100% of the proceeds goes towards the abandoned animals in our care. We have lot's of lovely clothes, some new at bargain prices. We also have lot's of other things for sale.  There will be homemade cakes and chutney's to tempt you, and a beautiful basket of goodies you could win. So make a note in your diaries and don't forget you will be helping all those little furry friends.

MAZARRÓN CARNIVAL - FEBRUARY 2015

The Councillor of Celebration, Isidro Coy, introduced the programme for Mazarrón Carnival 2015. A Carnival,stated Coy, that "is gaining momentum and is already a landmark in the Region of Murcia". The planned events begin Friday February 13 with the gala choice of Musa and Muso Carnival to be held from 21:00 pm in the Municipal Sports Pavilion La Aceña.

On Saturday February 14th from 5pm sees the traditional children's parade. And on Sunday February 15 at the same time the general parade will be held. The route will be identical to previous years, starting at the outbuildings of the Civil Guard barracks in Mazarrón and continuing to the end of the Avda la Constitucion. On Saturday February 21, Festivities Department has organized a benefit concert for Caritas in Mazarrón and Puerto de Mazarrón with the participation of King Africa and La Hungara artists. It will be from 9pm in the Sports Pavilion La Aceña. The price of admission is 5€.

On Sunday 22 February there will be a third and final parade with the participation of visiting clubs, as well as the prizewinners from the 15th.

TOUR OF MURCIA - MAZARRÓN 14 FEBRUARY

The organizers of the Vuelta a Murcia - Trofeo Alfonso Guzman, have released final details of the XXXV edition of this now classic test in the international cycling scene. 16 teams have confirmed their presence at the event, to be held in Mazarrón on Saturday 14 February. Movistar, Astana, Katusha, Trek Factory and Cofidis are some of the teams that have confirmed their attendance. A total of 147 cyclists will participate in the 198 km race, among them names like Luis León, Rubén Fernández and Mark Cavendish.

The starting line will be located on the Avenida de la Constitución de Mazarrón. The approximate time scheduled for cyclists will start around 10:30am, heading to Avenida Tierno Galván in Puerto de Mazarrón. Then, cyclists will head for Isla Plana and the Alto del Cedacero, with climbs of up to 10 percent. The test will then go North in the direction of Murcia, West to Alhama and climbing up the Sierra Espuña, dropping down past Aledo and in to Totana. The race will finish on the climb to the castle of Lorca.

The Mayor of Mazarrón, Francisco García, stresses the importance of holding this event in Mazarrón and points out the link the town has always had with this cycling race. The competition serves to protect the name of the Municipality both Nationally and Internationally.