Today at the university they organize several culture workshops.
I talked to one woman who gives vegetarian hindu cooking classes.
Unfortunately I couldn't stay and participate.
The next class will be April 26 from 11am till 16pm.
address: c/Retornº 20.
Price (including food) 30 euros.
The woman speaks English. Her name is Didi and her number is 963 283 516, or 653 941 173.
I hope you find this information useful.
Saludos
Alena
Friday, April 18, 2008
Estrella Damm Bar
Hola!
Paula ex Mascalzona Latina emailed me and she thinks that the Estrella Damm Bar has opened down at the America's Cup Area. Haven't been down there myself lately, so if anyone knows for show, please click on the readers comment below with any news to share.
Cheers
Bridget
Paula ex Mascalzona Latina emailed me and she thinks that the Estrella Damm Bar has opened down at the America's Cup Area. Haven't been down there myself lately, so if anyone knows for show, please click on the readers comment below with any news to share.
Cheers
Bridget
www.valencialife.net
APPROVED
The workers of the Valencian Municipal Transport services yesterday voted their approval of an agreement reached between the trades unions and the management, that will result in the new set of planned strikes being called off. Trade Union leader Juan Collado stated that the result of the voting was 59% in favour and 41% against, which means that salaries will now be increased by 1% annually above the consumer price index
The workers of the Valencian Municipal Transport services yesterday voted their approval of an agreement reached between the trades unions and the management, that will result in the new set of planned strikes being called off. Trade Union leader Juan Collado stated that the result of the voting was 59% in favour and 41% against, which means that salaries will now be increased by 1% annually above the consumer price index
Alcala Del Jucar
Here is a day trip to ALCALA DEL JUCAR we enjoyed last Sunday. It is 1h45’ drive from VALENCIA (140km) but worth the visit!
Alcala del Jucar is a “Troglodyte” village. First you will be impressed by the view then you discover the castle at the top, the river ”Jucar” at the bottom.
Inside the village, you walk through narrow streets and you can visit “Cueva del Masago”, It is a typical cave with a tunnel of 110m which give you access to the other side of the mountain, really impressive. You can have a coffee or lunch there.
Finally the visit of the Castle (well refurbished) is always fun with kids. On Sunday morning there is a market too at the bottom of the village.
Direction: Alcala del Jucar
Motorway A-3 to Madrid until Requena
Then follow N322 direction Albacete until Casa Ibanez.
Then follow the signs “Alcala del Jucar”.
Alex Mazuay
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
GIRLS NIGHT OUT - 29TH OF APRIL
Hi again
Well, due to short notice there was no dinner on Tuesday, but put a note on your calender for
Tuesday 29th of April.
More information to follow once the booking and menu has been confirmed.
Well, due to short notice there was no dinner on Tuesday, but put a note on your calender for
Tuesday 29th of April.
More information to follow once the booking and menu has been confirmed.
Short Term Rentals - FORMULA 1
If you have visitors, extra guests or family coming I have many lovely furnished flats available to rent for the Formula 1, weekends or longer business stays. All in Prime neighborhoods and all fully furnished with linens, kitchenwares etc....
Or if you will be away and are looking to rent your flat I can match you with professional clients from all around the world. I am very selective and only rent flats to responsible adults and families.
Anthony Scotti+34 628 293 163
skype id: aj.scotti
ajscotti@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Apartment for Rent
Apartment for rent in Pinedo.
130 m2, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, big living room with sea views.
2 minutes from Club Nautico de Valencia
and 5 min drive from Avenida Francia and to the AC port.
Half furnished.
100m from Pinedo Beach and a few km from La Albufera Park.
100m from Pinedo Beach and a few km from La Albufera Park.
School just in front.
The rent is 900 euro monthly.
The rent is 900 euro monthly.
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Power Walk - Tuesday and Friday next week
Hi everyone
If you are bored, in need of some exercise, want to meet more people, or just need to get out of the house - then come to the Power Walks. Bring your babies and buggies too! Guys more than welcome!
We start off in the park opposite the 3 Towers near the coffee shop. We walk about 5 kms up the park, finishing where we started.
Now we walk the whole time with an option of running up the stairs near the end. Once we have finished the walk, we do some abs, press ups, leg exercises and stretches. All up it takes about 1 hour.
Afterwards most of us have a drink at the cafe by the rose garden.
See you at 3pm! This coming week we also have one on Friday. I was planning to organise Activity Challenges but I would rather put effort into that when we actually have more than 2 teams up and running.
Have a great weekend.
Bridget
If you are bored, in need of some exercise, want to meet more people, or just need to get out of the house - then come to the Power Walks. Bring your babies and buggies too! Guys more than welcome!
We start off in the park opposite the 3 Towers near the coffee shop. We walk about 5 kms up the park, finishing where we started.
Now we walk the whole time with an option of running up the stairs near the end. Once we have finished the walk, we do some abs, press ups, leg exercises and stretches. All up it takes about 1 hour.
Afterwards most of us have a drink at the cafe by the rose garden.
See you at 3pm! This coming week we also have one on Friday. I was planning to organise Activity Challenges but I would rather put effort into that when we actually have more than 2 teams up and running.
Have a great weekend.
Bridget
Rose garden starting to bloom
Make sure you get down to the Turia Park and check out the Rose Garden. It is in front of the Opera House. It smells so good!
My trip to NZ
When I was in New Zealand last month, I got to hang out with all of my family. These two ninos are my nephews, Coby at the top who is 2 1/2 and Pace is 4 1/2. We spent a few hours at a playground by the beach in Timaru and ate Cream Donuts!
Playgroups
Hi everyone with little onesI started up a playgroup while a go, on Thursday's at 3pm, in the Turia Park with the little ones.
My situation has changed and I no longer go. I am not sure if anyone does actually go now.
If there are parents out there with children keen to get together with others, please let me know - especially those of you that have got something going and are keen for other children to join in.
It helps to have other children the same age to get together and play. Good for parents to exchange ideas also and to get out of the house!
Just drop me a line - valenciacronica@gmail.com
Bridget
Tennis Aerobics Clinic
Some of you may or may not know but we run a tennis aerobics clinic - tennis drills fast pace on a Friday morning in L'Eliana from 10 - 1130 am with coffee after.
The cost is 10 Euros a session or 6 sessions for 50 Euros.
This has been very successful and we are now beginning another session on Thursday mornings - same time - this will allow more people to come along - as we wish to keep the sessions open to everyone without them being overloaded.
It caters for all levels of tennis as you are not playing against anyone - you just get the opportunity to hit lots of balls yourself - and it is a good aerobic workout. We switch courts halfway through and then have a fun game for the last 15 mins all together.
It is held at the polydeportivo Hendaya - exit 15 (L'Eliana) off the CV 35.
Should you require more information please email me or just let me know if you would like to come along and give it a try,
Thanks
Jan
963638917@telefonica.net
The cost is 10 Euros a session or 6 sessions for 50 Euros.
This has been very successful and we are now beginning another session on Thursday mornings - same time - this will allow more people to come along - as we wish to keep the sessions open to everyone without them being overloaded.
It caters for all levels of tennis as you are not playing against anyone - you just get the opportunity to hit lots of balls yourself - and it is a good aerobic workout. We switch courts halfway through and then have a fun game for the last 15 mins all together.
It is held at the polydeportivo Hendaya - exit 15 (L'Eliana) off the CV 35.
Should you require more information please email me or just let me know if you would like to come along and give it a try,
Thanks
Jan
963638917@telefonica.net
Upholstery repair and cleaning
We have a wonderful, old "Roche Bobois" four piece+ sectional, soft sofa. Has lasted for heaps of years and has no hard surface on it. Has been great for little ones and we still use it for massive teen sleepovers.
Now it is showing the ware and tear and I need to get the old fabric repaired/sewn. The material is outdated but I can use the umpteen numbers of pillows to produce some original fabric. There is a Roche Bobois store here and I have checked on line for the outdated fabric. I thing the best bet is to just get this repaired & cleaned until we are ready to recover the whole thing! Very good quality sectional couch and it is worth it to repair for now. Thanks for any store leads or input into fabric repair here in Valencia. Thanks for your help.
Leslie
Please click on the readers comment below if you know of anywhere
Now it is showing the ware and tear and I need to get the old fabric repaired/sewn. The material is outdated but I can use the umpteen numbers of pillows to produce some original fabric. There is a Roche Bobois store here and I have checked on line for the outdated fabric. I thing the best bet is to just get this repaired & cleaned until we are ready to recover the whole thing! Very good quality sectional couch and it is worth it to repair for now. Thanks for any store leads or input into fabric repair here in Valencia. Thanks for your help.
Leslie
Please click on the readers comment below if you know of anywhere
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Events and things to do in Valencia
Found some info on upcoming events people might be interested in.
Dansa Valencia Dance Festival from the 25 Apr to 4 May.
Various venues including Principal, Talia,L'Altre Espai and Manantiales Theatre.
Performances to watch out for are said tobe "Nederlands Dans Theater II", the artisticdirector Jiri Kylian studied in Prague and at the Royal Ballet School in London. He founded this innovative and exciting European company in1976. They will open the festival, performing on 25 April.
The closing performance will be the ballet of Victor Ullate, the Zaragoza born director is thef ounder of the first classical ballet company in Spain, he now has his own company bearing his name. Ballet d'Europe will also perform on 29 April among others.
Danseta program and workshops available for children during the Festival.
http://www.centorcoreograficotgv.com/
(Website is a little confusing. I found Spanish info better)
If you're looking for something to do on Sundays
Valencia has many Museums which are often open and many have free entry on Sundays too.
Here are two you may or may not have visited
Casa Museu Benillure
This beautiful 19th Century house and gorgeous garden houses a collection of paintings by Jose Benillure Gil and his son Peppino Benillure as well as some other artists of the same period such as Joaquin Sorolla, Munoz Degrain, Russinol etc
Calle Blanqueries 23 (A few metres walk from the Serranos Towers)
Tel: 963 919 103/04
IVAM - Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno
Luis Ramon Marin Photo Exhibit
250 photos chosen from his 36 year career.
Marin was apioneer in Spain in photo journalism and aerial photography. Famous for his photos of important political events, the Spanish Royal family, Spanish culture, people and landscapes.
IVAM Guillem de Castro 118 Tickets: 2 Euro
http://www.ivam.es/
VII Short Film Festival
17 April to 16 May
The movies cannot exceed 15 mins and cover a variety of themes and genres. This year there are some good contributions from Mexican and Argentinian directors.
Radio City Calle Santa Teresa 19 Free 8.30pm to 10.30pm
Every Mon, Wed and Fri
http://www.radiocityvalencia.com/
Tel:902 202 383
I've been told there are subtitles on seats in frontfor some seats...Vicky or others who've been may have more info on this.
Thank you to the wonderful Danelle Sofuku for sending this info in!
Dansa Valencia Dance Festival from the 25 Apr to 4 May.
Various venues including Principal, Talia,L'Altre Espai and Manantiales Theatre.
Performances to watch out for are said tobe "Nederlands Dans Theater II", the artisticdirector Jiri Kylian studied in Prague and at the Royal Ballet School in London. He founded this innovative and exciting European company in1976. They will open the festival, performing on 25 April.
The closing performance will be the ballet of Victor Ullate, the Zaragoza born director is thef ounder of the first classical ballet company in Spain, he now has his own company bearing his name. Ballet d'Europe will also perform on 29 April among others.
Danseta program and workshops available for children during the Festival.
http://www.centorcoreograficotgv.com/
(Website is a little confusing. I found Spanish info better)
If you're looking for something to do on Sundays
Valencia has many Museums which are often open and many have free entry on Sundays too.
Here are two you may or may not have visited
Casa Museu Benillure
This beautiful 19th Century house and gorgeous garden houses a collection of paintings by Jose Benillure Gil and his son Peppino Benillure as well as some other artists of the same period such as Joaquin Sorolla, Munoz Degrain, Russinol etc
Calle Blanqueries 23 (A few metres walk from the Serranos Towers)
Tel: 963 919 103/04
IVAM - Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno
Luis Ramon Marin Photo Exhibit
250 photos chosen from his 36 year career.
Marin was apioneer in Spain in photo journalism and aerial photography. Famous for his photos of important political events, the Spanish Royal family, Spanish culture, people and landscapes.
IVAM Guillem de Castro 118 Tickets: 2 Euro
http://www.ivam.es/
VII Short Film Festival
17 April to 16 May
The movies cannot exceed 15 mins and cover a variety of themes and genres. This year there are some good contributions from Mexican and Argentinian directors.
Radio City Calle Santa Teresa 19 Free 8.30pm to 10.30pm
Every Mon, Wed and Fri
http://www.radiocityvalencia.com/
***
10th Anniversary of L'Hemisferic (Omnitheatre) City of Arts and Sciences until 25 April
***
Madame Butterfly April 8, 11, 14, 17*, 20, 25
Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía
Sala Principal 20:30 (3hr performance) http://www.lesarts.com/
Tickets: boxoffice@lesarts.com (or buy at venue ahead of time)Tel:902 202 383
I've been told there are subtitles on seats in frontfor some seats...Vicky or others who've been may have more info on this.
Thank you to the wonderful Danelle Sofuku for sending this info in!
America's Cup Article worth reading
One thing that I have in place with the Valencia Cronica, is that is about living here and how to enjoy everything on offer etc. I have rarely had anything in it about the America's Cup itself. This was for a reason, as we live and breath it everyday with our partners involvement, so the cronica was a way to escape it for 10 minutes.
Well, probably for the first time, I am including a link to an article and I have just read and for everyone involved, it is worth the read. If you are in LIMBO like my family is, this could make it all a bit clearer for you. Mind you, we are all hanging on Ol Justice Cahn decision (which will probably be delayed...). This article came from the Spanish Newspaper, Levante, so it is what the Spanish have read.
You can read so much about what is happening with the current situation and wonder who to believe and how much is made up by the media. One minute you get your hopes up and the next day you are on the downer again.
Take from this what ever you want, as there will probably be something published tomorrow that will change all of this. Who knows!!! I know that I have given up!
http://www.sail-world.com/indexs.cfm?nid=43349
Well, probably for the first time, I am including a link to an article and I have just read and for everyone involved, it is worth the read. If you are in LIMBO like my family is, this could make it all a bit clearer for you. Mind you, we are all hanging on Ol Justice Cahn decision (which will probably be delayed...). This article came from the Spanish Newspaper, Levante, so it is what the Spanish have read.
You can read so much about what is happening with the current situation and wonder who to believe and how much is made up by the media. One minute you get your hopes up and the next day you are on the downer again.
Take from this what ever you want, as there will probably be something published tomorrow that will change all of this. Who knows!!! I know that I have given up!
http://www.sail-world.com/indexs.cfm?nid=43349
The Valencia Life Network - publisher@valencialife.net
ZAPATERO SPEAKS OUT
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero was in Parliament yesterday for his investiture debate, during which he assured the house that the water problems for every autonomy of Spain would be resolved by 2012. Looking directly at opposition,leader Mariano Rajoy, Mr Zapatero stated This is the difference between your government and ours over water problems. He also told the house that the Government would now act positively in its support of the Americas Cup.
GETTING LESS
The Valencian Community has registered almost a 50% drop in real estate deals in the first three months of this year, according to Vicente Carbonell, the head of the Valencian Community Property Register. Mr Carbonell also added that there were a multitude of projects that were on the books but had not yet been started - for two reasons; the financing of the building and the financing of a mortgage for any possible buyer. However, he added that he expected the current drop only to be temporary and not a sign of a general overall trend
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero was in Parliament yesterday for his investiture debate, during which he assured the house that the water problems for every autonomy of Spain would be resolved by 2012. Looking directly at opposition,leader Mariano Rajoy, Mr Zapatero stated This is the difference between your government and ours over water problems. He also told the house that the Government would now act positively in its support of the Americas Cup.
GETTING LESS
The Valencian Community has registered almost a 50% drop in real estate deals in the first three months of this year, according to Vicente Carbonell, the head of the Valencian Community Property Register. Mr Carbonell also added that there were a multitude of projects that were on the books but had not yet been started - for two reasons; the financing of the building and the financing of a mortgage for any possible buyer. However, he added that he expected the current drop only to be temporary and not a sign of a general overall trend
Household goods for sale
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Contact Libby Johnson McKee (libbyjohnsonmckee@hotmail.com)
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m. 690 224 708
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h. 96 131 0333
m. 690 224 708
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TV – 20 inch functional TV – 20€
Couch – well used but works with a cover – 30€
Available in June
TV – 27 inch Samsung TV with good sound – 100€
Refrigerator – large size BlueSky brand. Bought new 2.5 year ago. Freezer on top – 100€
Washing Machine – Zanzuzzi brand. Bought new 2.5 years ago – 100€
Clothes Dryer – BlueSky brand – bought new 4 years ago – 50€
Toaster – 10€
Microwave – 10€
Leather Loveseat couch – coachman style 122cm long – 20€
Desk – Dark brown wood. 160 x 68 cm. Great computer desk. Comes with free desk chair! – 40€
Queen size Sleigh Bed – dark brown wood, head and foot board – 30€
Round kitchen table – sides fold down. 180 cm in diameter – 10€
Bookshelves - set of 2 painted tan bookshelves. 180 h x 76 w – 15€
Kids table and chairs – well worn in the shape of a flower. Chairs have flower back rests – 10€
Kid’s table and chairs – well worn, round. White with purple and pink flowers. – 10€
Coffee table – light wood, dorm room style low coffee table. Great art table for kids or outdoor – 5 €
Peugeot 306 4 door hatchback – yr 2000, 5 speed, 1.6 liter, gasoline 85K – 3000€
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Friday Lunches - UPDATE
UPDATE - SEE CHANGES BELOW...
Sorry for the delay in giving the info for this. I am still trying to get back into a routine and getting a bit slack in my organising!
If you are keen to have lunch on Friday (11th April), we are going to Sorsi e Morsi. My friends tell me it is rather yummy. WE will meet at 2pm and it is on Paseo de la Alameda, 44 opposite the Science Musem. The menu del dia is just under 10 euros.
Please email me at valenciacronica@gmail.com if you would like to come.
Also, big thanks to Silvana (the lady on the red bike - pic below), she has booked a table already for Friday 25th at a yummy Crepe restaurant. The Menu del dia has salad, crepes and dessert etc. More detail to follow...
Bridget
Sorry for the delay in giving the info for this. I am still trying to get back into a routine and getting a bit slack in my organising!
If you are keen to have lunch on Friday (11th April), we are going to Sorsi e Morsi. My friends tell me it is rather yummy. WE will meet at 2pm and it is on Paseo de la Alameda, 44 opposite the Science Musem. The menu del dia is just under 10 euros.
Please email me at valenciacronica@gmail.com if you would like to come.
Also, big thanks to Silvana (the lady on the red bike - pic below), she has booked a table already for Friday 25th at a yummy Crepe restaurant. The Menu del dia has salad, crepes and dessert etc. More detail to follow...
Bridget
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