Torrevieja Outlook July 2019 Nº065

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Calendar – July calendar – Municipal Council – Fiestas – Sea Connection – Habaneras – El Campello Moors & Christians – San Vicente Bonfires – Orihuela Fiestas – Guardamar and Rojales Legend – Almoradi Feria – Novelda celebrates – The Spanish Attraction – Tapas and Melons – Civil War & Gypsies – Buzz Buzz – Torrevieja Orchestra Membership – Charities Benefit – Volunteering – Phoenix International Concert Band – AA Memoria – Sal of June – Windmill – Skin Cancer – 65th Habaneras – Passion for Tuba – Dramatic Art Dreams – Jackson an Austin – Virgen del Carmen Update – Rocio Pilgrimage – Whats On in Music

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Many of you will have participated in the Torrevieja Municipal elections in May. As you will have seen in local newspapers and heard on radio, the Partido Popular won and have been able to take a majority with 14 seats.

This chart shows those candidates and the areas for which they are responsible.

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One of the principal fiestas of July is that of the Virgen del Carmen, 16th July, who is the patroness of those at sea. Most seaside towns hold a maritime parade, ships adorned with bunting, the lead one carrying the image of the Virgen del Carmen on the prow. Festivities usually include food making competitions, sailing regattas, sports including the greasy pole competition with the competitors usually ending up in the water.

San Jaime, or Santiago, or Saint James the Less in English, is a co-patron saint of Spain and his feast on 25 July is often a holiday in many places, notably in Guardamar del Segura. 22 July lots of Valencian towns have fiestas in honor of Santa Maria Magdalena.

1st July Pego celebrates el Día de la Sangre.

First weekend of the month there are the fiestas of “Bouet de la Sang” in Castalla: in the Dulzura district in Ibi: in the San Pedro area of Benifato.

Unusual fun fiestas of “de las Fadrins” in Tárbena: Patronal fiestas in honour of San José in Villena.

10th July Biar celebrates the fiesta de San Cristóbal.

12 - 27th Main fiestas of the VIRGEN DEL CARMEN in Algorfa.

13th July Unusual Día del Cólera held in Biar.

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Second weekend of the month: Hogueras 4-day fiesta in San Vicente del Raspeig.

Moors & Christians in Benitachell.

Patronal fiestas in Orba.

14th July Santa María Magdalena are the main fiestas in Tibi, ending around the 25th July.

Patronal fiestas in Cañada week preceding 17th July in honour of Virgen del Carmen.

14 - 18th July Patronal fiestas in honour of Virgen del Carmen in Cox. Moors & Christian parades on the week preceding the 25th, for Saint James the Apostle, held in Albatera.

15 - 22 July Moors & Christians in Orihuela.

15 - 25th July Santa María Magdalena celebrated in Novelda. These fiestas include a romería and Moors & Christian parades and are held the weekend prior to 20th July. .

15 - 16th July Moraira holds sea procession.

16th July

17th - 21st July 17th July 19th - 26th July

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Virgen del Carmen: Benidorm, Calpe, Tabarca Island, La Villajoyosa, Santa Pola, Torrevieja and Xàbia are among those who celebrate this fiesta. Altea combines this feast with that of St. Peter.

El Campello holds a maritime procession, the start of the summer fiestas.

Moors & Christians in Jávea.

Fallas (bonfires) in Orihuela.

Fiestas in honour of Santa Ana in Ondara.

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Third weekend of the month: patronal fiestas in Pedreguer and at Ibi. 20 - 21st July Guardamar del Segura honour San Jaime with Moors & Christians parades.

22nd July Fiestas of Santa María Magdalena in Banyares de Mariola.

22 July - 11th August Alicante fiestas in honour of the Virgen del Remedio.

22nd - 25th patronal fiestas in Benitachell.

24th July Moors & Christians in La Villajoyosa.

25th July Benijófar patronal fiestas of San Jaime the Apostle.

25 - 26th Torremanzanas fiestas of Santa Ana. Patronal fiestas in Castel de Castells.

25 - 27th July Fadrins festival in Callosa d’En Sarrià.

25th July Middle of the year fiesta of Moors & Christians in Castalla.

Weekend nearest to this date Altea fiestas.

26th July Romería in Benefallím y Onil.

27 July- 4th August Moors and Christian fiestas in Almoradi 28th July Desembarco in La Villajoyosa.

28th - 30th July Patronal fiestas in Algueña.

30th July Weekend nearest to this date fiestas in Pilar de la Horadada and Los Montesinos.

30th - 31st July “ Bous al carrer” in Els Poblets.

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As can be seen there are plenty of opportunities to join in the fun of the Moors & Christian parades. However, the principal fiestas in nearly all seaside towns is on the 16th July, the Virgen del Carmen.

Alongside are numerous concerts and music of all types.

Torrevieja Celebrates Sea Connection As in most coastal towns Torrevieja fishermen and sailors celebrate the feast of their patroness Our Lady of Mount Carmel which falls on 16th July each year. This is a thanksgiving festival for the bounty of the sea and praying for those who lost their lives at sea.

The origins of this title of the Virgin Mary, according to a Carmelite tradition, go back to the Old Testament when the prophet Elijah had a vision of a lady, carrying a child; he knew that this was to be the mother of the long awaited Redeemer of the Jewish people whom she held in her arms. When the vision ended there was a steady aormi@icloud.com Torrevieja Outlook

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downpour of rain ending a long drought that he interpreted as a promise of salvation.

He retired to a cave in Mount Carmel near Jerusalem as an hermit and was soon joined by other like minded souls seeking God in solitude. With the arrival of Christianity gradually these hermits took on the shape of a monastic order that led to the founding of the brown clad Carmelites. Over the centuries the Virgin Mary has made thousands of appearances to mankind, some ratified by the hierarchial Church, others simply acclaimed by the laity. One of these is that of Englishman, Simon Stock, who travelled to Rome and became a Carmelite.

On 16th July, 1251, at Aylesford in England, he had a vision of the virgin, once again carrying the child Jesus, dressed in a brown habit holding a brown scapular in her hand. She made various promises that whoever devoutly wore this scapular would have many special graces. Since then millions of devotees have worn the scapular. At the last apparition at Fatima in Portugal on October 1917, the visionaries there saw the Virgin under her title of Virgen del Carmen. From 1961 - 1965 children in the town of Garabandal near San Sebastian had many visions of the Virgin Mary and once again she offered the scapular as a means of graces to those who devoutly wore it and complied with the instructions of prayer and penance.

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Fishermen had formed themselves into guilds in the medieval times, usually under the patronage of a saint. The first known cofradia or guild was in 1035 in Laredo during the reign of Fernando I of Castile. The first cofradia of fishermen in the Valencian region was that of la Albufera in 1939. However, Carlos I put a stop to them, partly because he felt that they had become too powerful. The guilds were officially dissolved in 1805 by Carlos IV in the reign of Isabel II sixty years later in a royal decree that reflected the thought of the times in that there should be no religious character of these guilds. They then became recognised as working men’s associations. After the Civil War of 1936/39 the religious aspect of the fishermen’s cofradias became effective resulting in a poplar fiesta.

In Torrevieja there is a procession of boats around the harbour carrying the statue and flowers are thrown into the water in memory of those lost at sea.

In the la Inmaculada church there is a side chapel to the right of the main altar dedicated to the Virgen del Carmen with a beautiful statue of her flanked by two famous Carmelite saints - St. Teresa of Avila and St. John of the Cross. At the base of this altar are two copies of lifebelts with the words of the “Fishermen of Torrevieja” linking her with their work and the safety of their very lives in their arduous harvesting of the seas. The small chapel at the playa de los Locos is dedicated to the Virgen del Carmen on land that previously belonged to the family of Don Mariano Ruiz Cánovas who founded a sanatorium there until it was destroyed as a result of the Civil War. He donated a statue of the Virgen del Carmen to the hermitage that was there before the present utility building was constructed in the 1990’s and each year on the 16th July the sanatorium opened its doors to everyone for a special celebration of the Virgen del Carmen.

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Habaneras Once again the annual Torrevieja competition, the Internacional Certamen de Habaneras, will take place in the open-air theatre of the Eras de la Sal.

Torrevieja holds these competitions and concerts at the end of July. There is a free open-air habaneras concert held on the Playa del Cura. This is a big hit as thousands invade the beach with their tables and chairs, drinks and food, including the refreshing watermelon – sandia. Local choirs and musicians put on free concerts along the Avenida de Juan Aparicio on the waterfront.

The Habaneras musical competitions started in a small way in 1955 and now are of international fame, broadcast by Spanish Television. One recent offshoot of the Habaneras is that a few choirs sing at some of the Masses in the la Inmaculada Church, adding a new dimension to these Eucharistic celebrations; often bringing a flavour of their own country. In addition local musical groups hold free concerts in the streets and on the seaside dikes where alternative artificial swimming pools have been made.

Music is an essential part of vacations. How many of us have memories conjured up by some particular song, which reminds us of holiday encounters. This month is a packed month for music. Mar de MĂşsica, Cartagena, offers a wide range of music by some of the top international names. Jazz, Rhythm and Blues important elements of the annual festival of music in San Javier held during this month.

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Some of the best Andalucian music can be heard and enjoyed in the former mining town of La Union close to Cartagena. This is a hangover of when people travelled from the south of Spain to work in the mines and brought their own flamenco style music with them. If you enjoy guitar music then some of these concerts are a must for you. It is not a particularly attractive town thanks to the mounds of soil brought up from the mines but there is a wonderful industrial and mining heritage that is worth a visit. In fact thee is a volunteer group who are fans of the mines and can supply useful information about visiting one of them. FLUMS 985 773 005.

In San Pedro del Pinatar a flamenco festival is also held.

Rock music is a main attraction in Lorca but there is month long festival of nearly every one of the seven arts that will likely hold an attraction for someone, somewhere. Lorca itself is a great historical place to visit.

Torrevieja holds its international habaneras and polyphonic music competition this month, has a habaneras soloists week and an absolutely wonderful habaneras concert on the playa del Cura in the middle of the month of July with a great atmosphere. In addition Torrevieja offers free music on the promenade, including a season of Latin American music and concerts by local choirs and musicians. This outdoor music in Torrevieja leads on to more free open-air concerts in various plazas of the town next month.

At the end of the month the annual Jazz Festival of Alicante will be held with jam sessions by top international musicians to sweeten any jazz lover.

La Mata has its own season of fiestas and events, including a carnival parade, Sand Castle competition on the beach, plus lots of musical concerts. The usual venue is the plaza de la Embaraciรณn that had a new look in 2007.

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Maritime procession and Moors & Christians of El Campello The people of El Campello also take to the streets, mostly around the seaside area, for the feast of the Virgen del Carmen. For a week there are several fiesta points along the promenade where people congregate for various types of entertainment in the evenings after ten o’clock. Music and theatre in the streets are daily events, with a full programme to keep the kids entertained.

The maritime procession of the statue of the Virgen del Carmen has been going on each year since 1975: this is normally the Saturday night nearest to the actual feast day of the 16th and takes place in the evening. Local women, dressed in traditional fisherwomen clothing, normally carry the statue of the Virgen del Carmen.

The Moors & Christians are also present to play their part.

There are the traditional meals served in the stalls such as ‘puchero’ and the ‘olleta’, backed up by the drinking of mistela.

Nearby restaurants also prepare samples of local cuisine and the famous chocolate famous in this part of the coast. The main patronal fiestas of Moors and Christians take place in October. aormi@icloud.com

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Bonfires at San Vicente The people of San Vicente del Raspeig celebrate the heat of summer with a hogueras festival that go back to at least 1930. These are the only fiestas of this type held in the summer along the Costa Blanca. There are usually nine hogueras with over 20 barracas where people can enjoy the music, entertainment, food and good companionship and dance each night away over the week preceding the 22nd July when the fires are set. They take place in the park of La Torrent. María Sanz Albadalejo, of the Hoguera Hernán Cortés, was chosen as the Bellea del Foc 2019 and the girl Daniela Palenque, was chosen as the infanta Bellea del Foc.

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Fabulous Moors & Christian parades in Orihuela Orihuela is also famous for its Moors & Christians festival commemorating the Reconquest of the city and the legend of la Armengola of 17th July, 1242. According to the tale Benazaddón was Mayor of the city residing in la alcazaba while living not far away was his children’s wet nurse, Armengola, the wife of Pedro Armengol; as such she had free access to the fortress. It was secretly decided by the Moorish elements that on the

16th July the local Christians would be put to the sword; however, the Mayor decided to make an exception of the wet nurse’s family so she would be saved. But she herself decided on a ploy to save the Christians: she dressed two young men, Ruidoms and Juan de Arún, in the clothes of her children and together with her husband gained access to the fortress where they silently, secretly and swiftly slaughtered the guards.

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was put on top of the tower to show victory.

With the death of the mayor and his men the plot to massacre the Christians failed and the army of Don Jaime came to the rescue of Orihuela. Every year this tradition is re-enacted on 17th July as part of the annual celebrations. This event took place on the feast of Saints Justa and Rufina who became the patrons of the city. Each year a procession to the church dedicated to these saints includes selecting a local woman who deems it an honour to represent the heroic figure of la Armengola.

Orihuela’s Moors & Christians fiestas have their roots in the 16th century, but lapsed for various reasons for a period and were not restarted until the 1980’s. Now there are over 3,000 men, women and children who take part in the parades and the battles of the Moors & Christians. Impressive as they are in their costumes there are several bands from other towns that participate: notable is the insistent resonance of the big kettle drums wheeled along marking the march of the Moorish files going into battle.

Historically one should remember that for almost eight centuries Moors & Christians lived peacefully side by side.

In February Orihuela has a medieval market followed by a mid year (media año) parade with a scaled down version of these July fiestas, but still fun to watch. Most of the groups have developed from other groups that are now extinct.

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The town’s 18 comparsas are: Moros Almoravides – 1974 white, red, yellow and green.

Moros Viejos de Abén-Mohor (1978) colours – black, white, gold and sea blue.

Nazaries de Aben Humeya – 1975 black, red andd white.

Musulmanes Escorpiones – 1978 black & gold Almohabenos Negros Egipcios – 1976 white, gold, red and black.

J’Alhamed 1973 gold and black Moros Abdelazies – 1976 white and black.

Realistas Moros Beduinos – 1974 black and white.

Contrabandistas – 1975 white, black and red and do a specific dance of Caballito.

Caballeros del rey Fernando: 1974 dark green and burgundy colours.

Templarios – 2000 – white and red.

Tadmir – 1975 red and black combined with red/gold and green Oriol – 1974 white, red, yellow blue and green.

Piratas Santiago Seguidores de Arums y Ruidoms.- 1975 yellow, white and purple. aormi@icloud.com

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Enchanting Legend in Guardamar and Rojales

The proclamation,or Pregon, is the starting point of the festivities, which is followed by the legend of the 'enchanted', a show of light, water and fire based on the figure of the Lady of Guardamar, Iberian sculpture of the fourth century BC. This is an annual play during the Moors and Christian festival.

During the week there are many organised sports competitions as well as the various parades between embassadors; the traditional trial and death of the Mooorish traitor. The disembarkation of the Moors takes place on the 22nd at six in the morning. On 24th there is the paella competition among other activities. A solemn Mass is held on the morning of the 25th and a procession in the afternoon. A magnificent fireworks display is held at midnight. Every night there is the barraca popular drawing crowds from all over the Vega Baja comarca.

St. James (Santiago) is the Patron Saint of Spain which is a national fiesta and Public Holiday on 25th July. He is also the patron of Guardamar de Segura which celebrates with Moors & Christians from 25th - 28th The Moors land on the beaches to conquer the town only to be defeated by the Christians later in the week. The week of festivities ends with a magnificient firework display.

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Guardamar was reconquered by King Ferdinand III in the XIII century annexing it to the Corona de Castilla, later becoming part of the Reino de Aragón,: the town became an independent municipality in 1602. A tower and some walls are links with the past and after the disastrous 1829 earthquake the townspeople moved further downhill towards the coast.

There are eight comparsas of Moors & Christians parading through the town with a great deal of flamboyance. The Saturday to the fiestas, after the pregon, the re-enactment of «La Encantà» is played out with fire, light, sound and water, rediscovering this magcical part of the past. This is a ceremony actualizing the legend relating to the figure of the Dama de Guardamar, an Iberic sculpture of the IVBC century: young men still look for the magic figure of the enchantress on the banks of the River Segura and should they be lucky to see her and carry her across the river (although she may become heavier and heavier) they will be lucky in love.

Rojales has a similar legend with a memorial next to the famous Carlos III bridge that has been renovated. aormi@icloud.com

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Almoradí celebrates the fair and fiestas “Feria y Fiestas de Julio” starting with the crowning of the Queen and her Maids of Honour. In front of the Casino of Almoradí there is a Medieval Market in honour of this agricultural town’s patron saints - Abdón and Senén. These saints are also nicknamed the “Santicos de las Piedras” in reference to the need to keep hailstones away from the crops. These were noble Persians who aided Christian martyrs and also buried their remains with dignity, thus evoking the wrath of Prefect Valerian, who ordered that they be fed to the wild beasts of the amphitheatre. First of all they were beaten and whipped to draw blood, but once in the pit the fierce animals came and knelt before them, licking the saints’ wounds.

After this the men were decapitated. During the fiestas, those who labour in the fields make a floral offering to the two diminutive statues of their patron saints.

These fiestas feature the strong association of the town with the fields and in recent years have recaptured some of the atmosphere of days bygone. Groups form other nearby towns participate and wear typical clothing of the 18th/19th centuries.

Moors & Christian comparsas also feature largely in these fiestas in Almoradi from 27th July and on to the 4th August as an agreement has been reached so that they do not clash with those of nearby Guardamar. The patron saint of the town is Saint Andrew the Apostle and according to legend the saint appeared above the Christian camp during the reconquest on the 30th November.

Almoradi was designated as a “Tourist Municipal” in 2007. Every Saturday there are guided tours around the town centre and it is intended to employ guides for tours around the countryside.

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Mary Magdalen is the patron saint of Novelda and her feastday is the reason for a full week of festivities in the town. This takes place on the weekend prior to the 20th July..

A romeria pilgrimage has been held in the town since 1866 on 20th July when the image of the saint is carried from its normal home of the Santuario de la Mola to the town’s church of San Pedro. The statue carries bunches of grapes in her arms, symbolic of the work of this agricultural town. Fruit is an important element in the fiestas and on the day it is customary to eat melon in the open-air ‘almuerzo’. Her actual feastday is on the 22nd July and the statue remains in the town centre until the first Monday of August, when it is once more ceremoniously carried back to the sanctuary.

These fiestas began in 1866. The people prayed that the rampant cholera of that era in Spain would by-pass the town. There were no cases of this dreadful disease in Novelda and this was attributed to the intercession of the saint.

The origins of the Moors and Christians fiesta go back to the reconquest of Jaime I of Aragon when a hermitage dedicated to Mary Magdalene was built in the Castillo de La Mola. The present sanctuary was built in the beginning of the 20th century and the saint is now officially proclaimed a joint Mayoress of the town since 1970.

Moors and Christians are an important part of the Novelda’s fiestas. The first time that they were associated with the romeria was in 1860, but the present comparsas of Moors & Christians were instituted in 1970 when two groups were formed. Most events during the fiestas begin around 21.30 during weekdays and throughout the day at the weekends.

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The fiestas begin with the ‘Bajada’ of the saint’s image at the sanctuary of the Castillo de la Mola where a group of nuns of the Dominican Oblates live all year round. This is a popular place for baptisms, communions, weddings etc. On the last day of the fiestas (15th July to beginning of August) the saint’s image is returned to the sanctuary. During the week there are many events organised including pop concerts, a day for the elderly, sports and, of course, the Moors & Christians.

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The events in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Festival of Moors and Christians, with the realization of a national parade on July 27, which will have the participation of festivals throughout Spain, and the musical show "Songs of yesterday and today» in the Parque Auditorium, on July 22, they complete a festive offering that citizens can learn from the website and social networks of the City Council. aormi@icloud.com Torrevieja Outlook

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Bookshelf by Pat Hynd

What Brings you to Spain?

I often ask people what brings them to Spain. Usually the answer is the excellent weather and easy living lifestyle. For others its because of their kids as they want to get away from the knife culture prevalent in many British cities. But you will get violence anywhere in today’s modern world.

The Spanish Attraction compiled by Simon Grayson delves into past British travelers and what brought them to Spain. He lives in Madrid so has a good idea what he is whirring about. There he also has access to archives, especially photos. This is a book about photographs which relate the history of the input of British to Spain, for better or worse.

He takes us from early Bible preachers who wanted to save those poor Catholics from hellfire and brimstone because of their perceived idolatry. We must admit Spain would be a poorer place if it were not of the richness of those monuments of churches with artwork by some of the world’s most famous artists. But the work of traveller like Richard Ford and his many sketches and etchings of places long gone gives us an idea of the country in the 18th century. Much of the attention and admiration of these visits was of the Moorish legacy in Andalusia, which later attracted Thomas Cook’s tours to concentrate in bringing British visitors to Seville and Granada with its rather romantic air of flamenco dancing.

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Someone I didn't know about was a Welsh photographer, Charles Clifford, who traveled the length of Spain taking photographs. He was appointed in 1868 as Court Photographer to Queen Isabel II at a time when photography was in is infancy and noted for his coverage of the Canal Isabel II. Most of his work is in the Biblioteca Nacional in Madrid.

This is an interesting book that takes us through British industrialists who built up railways, shipyards, mines, even vineyards and the famous sherry. Football was introduced by staff of the British owned Rio Tinto Mining company. But also by merchant seamen docking in Bilboa which led to the founding of Atletico Club de Bilbao and thereafter to F.C. Barcelona whose first president was Walter Wild.

The book goes on to briefly explore illustrious visitors that led to the more modern Spanish Attraction and mass tourism.

It is published by Santana Books The Spanish Attraction by Simon Grayson

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of Spanish Cooking

by Pat Hynd Tapas and Melons

Spain always has had great gastronomic delights with many of the worlds best chefs who have restaurants that have year long waiting lists.

Tapas are one of the most popular means of introducing some of these meals by offering selections of different tapas and tapa trails similar to pub crawls are fascinating ways to discover new treats. There are quite a number in various towns of the Vega Baja throughout the year.

One of Torrevieja good restaurants is El Rincón de Capi whose chefs have one a notable first prize for best tapa in Valencia region.

This is an idea supported by several hostelry associations to promote the culture of the tapa under gourmet ideals and using first class ingredients of the region.

La Confederación Empresarial de Hostelería y Turismo de la Comunidad Valenciana (CONHOSTUR), Turisme Valencia are promoters of this gastronomy route developed in 32 bars.

The jury is presided by chef Raúl Resino (Restaurante Raúl Resino, 1 Michelín Star), and includes Cristina Figueira (Restaurante El Xato, 1 Michelín Star), Rakel Cernicharo (Restaurante Karak), Vanessa Lledó (In charge of the CdT training school network as well as owner of the restaurant Mil Grullas) and Carlos Corredor (Director de la Guía Gastronómica de Alicante).

This is the second professional gastronomía route organized and the winner being La tapa de gallo pedro, crema de caldero y alcachofa of Torrevieja’s Rincón de Capis, aormi@icloud.com

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The origin of tapas! Legend has it that King Alfonso XIII visited the city of Cadiz. He entered an inn and was served a wine, there were many flies and the smart innkeeper improvised a tapa with a piece of bread and ham to cover the Wine glass of the monarch so that they do not swim flies in his glass. Alfonso XIII drank the wine and with pleasure the ham bread and tells the legend that he went back to ask for another wine with an equal cover!

Torrevieja has several Tapa Routes at different times of the year and they attract aficionados who come when they know that there is one scheduled. El Rincón de Capi is usually dedicated to rice dishes and tapas start again in November, then in December during the town’s patronal fiestas. Last year n November the 16th edition of the Tapas Route had 43 bars and restaurants participating with 172 different tapas available. Nowadays they don't tend to follow the king’s delight of something perched on top of a lump of bread which in turn is on top of a glass of wine, but often a part of something from the menu.

But there are competitions as to who can provide or devise the best tapa. This is aided by the local catering college who often participate in some way, perhaps by special classes or designing something special to titillate the senses of punters.

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Melon,

which is part of the Cucurbitaceae family and includes watermelon, pumpkin and cucumber, originally comes from Asia and Africa. Seeds have been found in Egypt, dating back to the time of the Pharaohs, and in India and Thailand, estimated to be more than 10,000 years old.

Melons were probably brought over to Spain by the Arabs and were extremely popular right from the start. They make a good starter or dessert, but are refreshingly delightful anytime of the day, especially in the hot weather we had in June. Remember for most melons there will be a discoloured patch on one side of the fruit, this is completely normal as it is where the fruit has rested on the ground.

Melon is one of the most popular fruits in summer, and in Spain, it is primarily grown in La Mancha. Melons from this region and from the east coast of Spain are considered to be top-quality fruit. There's a Melon Museum and a festival in October in the town of Villaconejos, in Madrid, whose fruit is also considered to be among the best in Spain, despite the high level of competition in growing melons, including those produced in greenhouses.

They're available all year round, although now is the best time to enjoy them.They contain about 90% water by weight. They are increasingly important from a commercial perspective and they have many advantages, as they are easily stored and transported to the farthest corners of the world. In terms of size, a medium-sized melon (i.e. one that weighs 2-4 kilos) is likely to be the best quality. This has led to problems for some farmers as hundreds of thousands are imported from Brazil and never labelled accordingly., which obviously affects the market.

I find that melons, like pineapple, often affect my palate and, therefore, the taste of wines or other drinks. Probably the best know combination for melon is with Serrano ham.

It can also be used at the end of the meal with ice cream, which children like.

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Galia refers to a type of melon that has a netted pale yellow or golden skin with green flesh characterised by it's aroma and sweet taste.

Look for galia melons with a sweet aroma to the skin; this indicates ripeness. The fruit should also be firm all over when gently pressed.

Piel de Sapo is the traditional melon of the Spanish kitchen. It’s name is derived from its skin which is rough like a toad’s skin. It is easy to pick a good one, just look for the 'sugar cracks' which are the strong cracking along the skin. Nowadays Piel de Sapo melons are available most of the year due to their excellent storage capabilities. Its white flesh is of exceptional quality and taste, similar to a honeydew, yet often sweeter.

Watermelon not only looks great, but it also has excellent taste.

They’re sweet, crisp, refreshing and taste best when chilled.

A ripe watermelon sounds a little hollow when you knock on the skin.It can be bought with pips or without and there have been attempts to blend it with other fruits such as pineapple flavor which is yellowish pulp.

Cantaloupe melons have orange flesh although they are normally fully netted and can differ during the year or location.

Some varieties have a slightly golden skin colour and often have an aromatic fragrance. Many of the newer varieties tend to be firmer and sweeter but with little or no aroma.

A ripe cantaloupe melon should have a bit of give when gently pressed.

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melon with ginger and cinnamon syrup 1 Galia melon small bunch fresh mint, chopped For the syrup 200g/7oz caster sugar 4 tbsp water 50ml/2fl oz cava 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 1 tbsp ground ginger Method 1 Preheat the oven to 170C/325F/Gas 3.

2 Slice the melon in half and remove the seeds using a spoon.

3 Slice each half into four wedges and place onto a baking sheet.

4 Place the melon in the oven and cook for five minutes while you make the syrup.

5 For the syrup, place the sugar and water into a pan. Dissolve the sugar over a low heat, before turning up the heat. Add the remaining syrup ingredients and reduce by a third.

6 Arrange the warm melon on a serving platter, spoon over the syrup and sprinkle with chopped mint.

Melon cocktail ½ lime, juice only 1 tbsp runny honey 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves ½ cantalope melon, small rounds cut out with a melon baller, the skin left as a complete 'bowl' 50g/1¾oz whole walnuts salt and freshly ground black pepper Method 1 Place the lime juice, honey and mint into a small food processor and blend until smooth.

2 Pour the mixture into a bowl, add the melon balls and walnuts and mix well to coat.

3 To serve, pour the mixture into the empty melon shell 'bowl'.melon 'boats' with ginger and cinnamon syrup

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Civil War and Gypsies

by Andy Ormiston

Gypsies have been vilified over the years and during the Second World War were among the groups the Nazi regime and its Axis partners singled out for persecutio on so-called racial grounds were the Roma (Gypsies). Of slightly less than one million Roma believed to have been living in Europe before the war, the Germans and their Axis partners killed up to 220,000. The Federal Republic of Germany determined that all measures taken against Roma before 1943 were legitimate official measures against persons committing criminal acts, not the result of policy driven by racial prejudice.

Only in late 1979 did the West German Federal Parliament identify the Nazi persecution of Roma as being racially motivated, creating eligibility for most Roma to apply for compensation for their suffering and loss under the Nazi regime. By this time, many of those who became eligible had already died.

Spain has a long history with the Romas which took on a Romantic flavor in the 18th century with artists, writers or musicians finding themselves attracted to the gypsies of Andalusia who tended to live in caves as they were so poor. Many of the taverns frequented by them were in caves and the beating music and flamboyant dancing was a huge attraction. Most gypsies did not take an active part in the Spanish Civil War, though many were killed during the conflict. aormi@icloud.com

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Perhaps the most famous gypsy to take part in the war was Helios Gómez, leftwing artist and militant anarchist activist, responsible for a number of brilliant propaganda posters. He saw the war as part of a wider issue which would determine the fate of Roma everywhere – in Europe, in Russia and Central Asia and in South and North America.

He helped to create the beginnings of a Romani movement and in an interview said: ‘…from this war, which will produce so many great things, there must come even in Spain the vindication of the Roma.’

After exile in France, he returned to Spain in 1944, but was arrested in 1945 and spent most of the next nine years in La Modelo Prison w h e re he produced La Capilla Gitana. He died in Barcelona, two years after his release, in 1956.

Another gypsy was a young woman, Emilia Fernández, known as the first gypsy martyr. Her sentence was basically not to reveal who taught her to pray the rosary.

Better known as 'La canastera', she died on January 25, 1939, at the age of 24, in the Gachas Colorás prison in Almería. Despite being pregnant, she was serving a sixyear sentence for helping her husband not go to war. The reason? Her husband, Juan Cortés (who was also imprisoned) refused to go to war and she helped him feign blindness. She gave birth in an isolation cell, but her condition was serious and she had to be taken to the hospital, where she died.

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In prison, 'La canastera' discovered a group of prisoners who secretly prayed the rosary and asked them to teach her how to do so; Dolores del Olmo was her catechist Emilia Fernández learned other prayers such as Our Father, the Hail Mary and the Glory Be. But the director of the prison, Pilar Salmerón, learned about the teaching given to 'La canastera' and interrogated her so she would give her catechist away, in return she offered several rewards.

Emilia decided to remain silent and was punished to an isolation cell, which was where her martyrdom began, according to the Church.

In the cell she gave birth to a girl in the early hours of January 13, 1939, helped by several inmates. Dolores del Olmo, her catechist, baptized Emilia’s newborn daughter with the name Angeles. The new mother died 10 days later.

The baby went to the charities of the Diputación almeriense and it is suspected that she was given for adoption, but no more is known of her whereabouts. But Emilia's condition was serious and she had to be taken to the hospital, where she died of an infection due to childbirth and a picture of bronchopneumonia. She was buried in a common grave in the municipal cemetery of Almería.

“Emilia is a martyr of suffering, because she died some 10 days after giving birth for lack of medical attention, clutching her rosary. She had a chance to apostatize, to betray the one who taught her the faith, but she did not. She’s an example,” Historian Martin Ibarra said.

“Emilia's life up to 24 years of age was normal for an Andalusian Gypsy woman at the beginning of the century,” Ibarra said. “She devoted herself to her family, her work as a basket maker. She was a hard working woman, a Gypsy and honest.”

“Even though she had been baptized, she never set foot in a church. It was especially through the rosary that her catechist Dolores del Olmo taught her,” Emilia is the first Romani woman to be beatified. The first male Gypsy blessed, Ceferino Giménez Malla, known as El Pelé, was beatified by Saint John Paul II in 1997. He died in the religious persecution of the Spanish Civil War for protecting a priest. Before his persecutors shot him, he held a rosary in his hand and cried out “Long live Christ the King!”

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Emilia Fernández became the first gypsy martyr, after being condemned for not revealing who taught her to pray the rosary. She was known as 'La canastera' and died on January 25, 1939, at age 24, in the Gachas Colorás prison in Almería. There Emilia Fernández spent her last seven months of life. She was sentenced to six years in prison despite being pregnant. The reason? Her husband, Juan Cortés (who was also imprisoned) refused to go to war and she helped him feign blindness. In prison, 'La canastera' discovered a group of prisoners who secretly prayed the rosary and asked them to teach it to do so.

In addition, Emilia Fernández learned other prayers such as Our Father, the Hail Mary and the Glory. But the director of the prison, Pilar Salmerón, learned about the learning of 'La canastera' and interrogated her so she would give her catechist away, in return she offered several rewards.

Of course Emilia decided to remain silent and was punished to an isolation cell, which was where her martyrdom began, according to the Church. In the above cell gave birth to a girl in the early hours of January 13, 1939, helped by several inmates, who called Angels (went to the charities of the Diputación almeriense and is suspected that it was given for adoption, but no more is known of his whereabouts).

But Emilia's condition was serious and she had to be taken to the hospital, where she died of an infection due to childbirth and a picture of bronchopneumonia. She was buried in a common grave in the municipal cemetery of Almería. Last year Emilia was beatified along with 114 other martyrs of the Spanish civil war.

Many ordinary women were executed by Franco’s followers, especially in Almeria. "Las Trece Rosas" (the Thirteen Roses) is the name given in Spain to a group of thirteen young women who were executed by a Francoist firing squad just after the conclusion of the Spanish Civil War. Their execution was part of a massive execution campaign known as the "saca de agosto", which included 43 young men (among them a fourteen-yearold). 17 other women, including one pregnant, from Guillena were executed because their husbands had been fighting on the Republican side. Their remains have been recuperated.

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Buzz Buzz

Have you heard the buzz thats going around?

Mosquitos are a nuisance at any time and their bite can cause skin infections. Like other insects they can travel to distant parts by getting a lift on fruit or other imported products.

Asian tiger mosquitoes are black with silvery white markings. The best way to identify this species is by the single median silver-white stripe from its head down the center of its back, as well as its striped black and white legs. As with all mosquito species, the antennae of the males in comparison to female is noticeably bushier and contains auditory receptors to detect the characteristic buzz of the female.

Asian tiger mosquitoes, also known as forest mosquitoes, are an exotic species that get their "tiger" name from the single white stripe down the center of their head and back. Originally from Southeast Asia, this daytime-biting insect can transmit harmful diseases like Zika virus, West Nile virus, Chikungunya and dengue fever.

Their bites on the skin, which people have various reactions to, ranging from mild irritation to intense inflammation and swelling. Another telltale sign of a mosquito problem would be the presence of immature mosquitoes in standing water.

The Ministry of Health has confirmed three positive cases of Chikungunya disease in the Murcia region, after an alert was sent to the Centre for Coordination of Health Alerts and Emergencies. Two people – a man and a woman aged over 60 - based in Alhama de Murcia were diagnosed with dengue fever. The symptoms include fever, headaches, back pain and severe joint pain. Local authorities launched an action plan to deal with the risk, though no other cases have been reported or confirmed locally. aormi@icloud.com

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ORQUESTA SINFÓNICA TORREVIEJA!!!!!

New Seasonal Membershipcard 2019-20 (price 75€ – 95€) From Monday 20 May (10 AM-01PM), possibility to reserve the season Membership-card 2019-2020 Seats will be assigned first to the past season members, and the ones left to the new members.

We’ll try to adjust to your preferences as best as we can.

For further attention please come to our office, at C / Vicente Blasco Ibáñez 23, on Mondays(*) from 10 am to 1 pm and 5pm till 7pm

Email: orquestatorrevieja@gmail.com). You can pay by bank transfer to the following account: ES80-0081-1444-9800-0107-5416 (Swift: BSABESBBXXXSW) P.S. If you can’t assist the concerts, but would like to be a part or support our Association, there is a socio membership available.

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Charities Benefit from Town Hall and Business

Charities Benefit from Town Hall and Business at the end of what amounts to the school year. A number of charities have been promised grants from Torrevieja Town Hall. The outgoing social councilor detailed the various proposed donations to NGOs ADIEM and AFA obtained the greatest a total of 50.000 euros each. Esperanza y Vida received 39.258 euros, while APANEE will receive 38.385’60 euros. Closed for a couple weeks because they lacked this grant in time but saved by many donations Alimentos Solidarios will receive 36.640’80 euros, the Cruz Roja 32.029’62 euros, APAEX 30.000 euros, ALPE 27.916’80 euros and Reach Out 20.626’30 euros. 19.192’80 euros for ASIMEPP, 13.020’81 for AMFA, 11.977’50 euros to AFECANCER and 6.378’16 for the la Asociación de Amas de Casa.

Fourteen associations are on the receiving end of town hall grants but the association ORIDA didn’t obtain one, being unable to comply with the required conditions.

All these groups provide integral community services and depend on donations and grants like these as they have substantial outgoing expenses such as rent and professional psychologists or social workers So it doesn’t need much imagination to work out that these grants are indispensable to the association. but they need a lot more for development and current donations.

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Former Town hall council finally proposed grants of over 375 thousand euros for local NGOs but “left it for discussion and approval by new council”.

These amounts will depend on the new local government led by Eduardo Dolon who is well aware of these associations and what they do in the community. For his part he has declared that he will support all ONG’s and provide a raft of projects of information that will support all the associations in the town.

Any organizations wanting to receive grants for next year should start now filling in forms and providing the necessary paperwork and projects.

Businesses often provide financial or other support to local charities, especially through organizations like the Rotary Club or Caixa Bank social department. Donations come from individuals, musical groups and social clubs. Often charitable associations cooperate.

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Eduardo DolĂłn also committed to promote accessibility actions through the Municipal Accessibility Plan, the Social Inclusion Plan, in which both the Local Administration and social agents promote inclusive actions for people with functional diversity in the social and labor environment , as well as proposing to the Ministry of Social Welfare the creation of sheltered housing and autonomous housing for people with functional diversity.

He also committed to strengthen all areas of collaboration with all Public Administrations involved in the reduction of violence against women and children, and also a family mediation service developed from the area of Social Welfare to facilitate the resolution of conflicts in the family and domestic environment.

He pledged to support the development of charitable activities through the transfer of public spaces, material, technical and human resources.

As a common place for these entities to develop their activities, the Hotel Associations project will be resumed, focused on being the common forum where the interrelation between social groups is encouraged.

A suggestion is the creation of a solidarity point in the Friday market, a space made available to ONG’s to make themselves known and carry out complementary campaigns for their solidarity activity.

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The Phoenix International Concert Band is a non profit group of musicians that get together every Tuesday in the theatre below the library in San Miguel de Salinas from 1.30 to 4.30.

Under the leadership of their Musical Director Capt (Retired) Robert Wilson they play everything from modern rock pieces to contemporary music .

Their members come from Norway, Germany, Holland, Belgium, Sweden, Cuba and all over the U.K. and travel from all over the Vega Baja area. They have a limited number of spare instruments should you wish to come and join them.

Contact the M.D. Robert Wilson for m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n bandmasterbob1956@icloud.com or tel 603 290 553.

You will always be made welcome what ever your level of playing skill.

(Please note they break for the summer recess from the end of June till the start of September)

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AA MEMORIA TO BILL JORDAN

by Andy Ormiston

In one year’s time the 2020 International Convention for Alcoholics will be held in Detroit from 2nd to 5th July with the theme “Love and Tolerance is our Code.” A.A. members and guests from around the world will celebrate A.A.’s 85th year at this event .

A great friend of mine was Brother Bill Jordan, a Jesuit brother, who claimed he was an alcoholic, but I couldn't see it as when we were younger we would often have a beer in a pub. In one memorable evening in Mayfair where we lived and worked, we were strolling in the direction of Oxford Street and the street was cordoned off and a police loudspeaker was shouting that you two idiots get off the street. That was us, so we dived into the nearest pub which was packed. A few minutes later a car bomb went off in Oxford Street destroying windows of Selfridges, courtesy of the IRA. Bill died last year but he often said his family was the local AA association in Bournemouth where he had retired to, and he spoke fondly of their meetings. So a sense of comradeship was obviously important to the AA members. So I’ve looked at what the AA is.

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is nonprofessional, self-supporting, and apolitical. Its only membership requirement is a desire to stop drinking. The AA programme of recovery is set forth in the Twelve Steps.

AA was founded in Akron, Ohio when in 1935 one alcoholic, Bill Wilson, talked to another alcoholic, Bob Smith, about the nature of alcoholism and a possible solution.

With the help of other early members, the book Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How More Than One Hundred Men Have Recovered From Alcoholism was written in 1939. Its title became the name of the organization and is now usually referred to as "The Big Book". AA's initial Twelve Traditions were introduced in 1946 to help the fellowship be stable and unified while disengaged from "outside issues" and influences.

AA sprang from The Oxford Group, a non-denominational movement modeled after firstcentury Christianity. Some members founded the Group to help in maintaining sobriety.

"Grouper" Ebby Thacher was Wilson's former drinking buddy who approached Wilson saying that he had "got religion", was sober, and that Wilson could do the same if he set aside objections to religion and instead formed a personal idea of God, "another power" or "higher power".

BILL WILSON LETTER TO SYBIL C. Sybil C. was the first woman to enter A.A. west of the Mississippi. Her sobriety date was March 21, 1941. Sybil was very instrumental in helping to get A.A. off the ground in Los Angeles. She became close to Bill Wilson’s secretary Ruth Hock, as well as Bill. Sybil’s older brother, Tex, got sober shortly after she did and both remained very active in A.A. She married Jim W., who was the founder of Gambler’s anonymous.

This is as very sincere and touching letter from Bill Wilson to Sybil, regarding the death of her brother Tex, which reminds me of the death of my friend, Bill Jordan. aormi@icloud.com

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November 6, 1952 My Dear Sybil, Thanks for your letter of October 21st – it was just about the most stirring thing I have read in many a day. The real test of our way of life is how it works when the chips are down. Though I’ve sometimes seen AA’s make rather a mess of living, I’ve never seen a sober one make a bad job of dying. But the account you give me of Tex’s last days is something I shall treasure always. I can do half as well when my own turn comes. I am one who believes that in my Father’s House there are many Mansions. If that were not so, there couldn’t be any justice. I can almost see Tex sitting on the front porch of one, right now, talking in the sunlight with others of God’s ladies and gentlemen who have gone on before. I certainly agree with you that little was left in Tex’s grave.

All he had was left behind in the hearts of the rest of us and he carried just that same amount forward to where he is now. If you like what I’ve said, please read it to the Huntington Park Group. In any case, congratulate them for me that they had the privilege of knowing a guy like Tex. As for you my dear, there is no need to give you advice. How well you understand that the demonstration is the thing, after all. It isn’t so much a question of whether we have a good time or a bad time. The only thing that will be asked is what we do with the experience we have. That you are doing well with your tough lot is something for which I and many others are bound to be grateful. This is but a long day in school. Some of the lessons are hard and others are easy. I know you will keep on learning and passing what you learned. What more does one person need to know about another!

Affectionately yours, Bill

There are number of AA groups in our area that are English speaking plus others in other languages. .

Alcohólicos Anónimos 985 566 345 info@alcoholicos-anonimos.org aormi@icloud.com

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ALGORFA / MONTEBELLO THURSDAY 19:30 to 21:00 hrs (1st mtg of each month is ‘OPEN‘) Algorfa Montebello Thursday Meeting ( MAP ) Studio Six Hairdresser’s (Nr Silverstones Bar), Avenida Del Romero, Local 6, Urb. Montebello, 03169 ALGORFA, (Alicante) SPAIN. GPS: 38.06465420000003, -0.7492397300247831 Contact number: (+34) 625 912 078 CB South CIUDAD QUESADA MONDAY 19:30 to 21:00 hrs (2nd meeting of each month is ‘OPEN‘) Quesada/Rojales Meeting (MAP) Avda. Naciones 1-6 Planta Alta, (Door to stairs on Avenida Naciones, between Black and White properties) Ciudad Quesada, 03178 ROJALES, (Alicante) SPAIN. GPS: 38.063254, -0.727508 Contact Number: (+34) 625-912 078 CB South

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CUIDAD Quesada/Rojales “Women’s“ TUESDAY 16:00 to 17:00 hrs (will ‘OPEN‘ on request) Quesada Ladies Meeting (MAP) Avda. Naciones 1-6 Planta Alta, (next to Black and White properties) Ciudad Quesada, 03178 ROJALES, (Alicante) SPAIN. Contact Number: (+34) 625 912 078 CB South TORREVIEJA SAN LUIS TUESDAY 19:30 to 20:30 hrs Torrevieja San Luis Meeting (MAP) “CASA TOM”, Avenida Jaca 31, Urbanizacion San Luis, 03184 TORREVIEJA, (Alicante) SPAIN. GPS: 38.0232234, -0.6967959999999493 Contact number: (+34) 625 912 078 CB South

TORREVIEJA CENTRAL WEDNESDAY 19:30 to 20:45 hrs (Last meeting of each month ‘OPEN‘) Torrevieja Central Wednesday Meeting (MAP) Russian Christian Church, Calle San Miguel de Salinas 2, (Corner of Santomera), 03185 TORREVIEJA, (Alicante) SPAIN. GPS: 37.975359411489606, -0.6926519257949622 Contact number: (+34) 625-912 078 CB South

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TORREVIEJA CABO ROIG THURSDAY (Summer Jul:Sep 11:00 to 12:00 hrs) (Winter Oct:Jun 17:00 to 18:00 hrs) Torrevieja “STEP” Meeting (MAP) International Church, Parroquia Cristo Resucitado, Centro Ecumenio, Calle Diamante 7, La Regina, O3189 CABO ROIG, (Alicante) SPAIN. GPS: 37.920152, -0.740011 Contact number: (+34) 625 912 078 CB South TORREVIEJA CENTRAL FRIDAY 12:00 to 13:30 hrs Torrevieja Central Meeting (MAP) Russian Christian Church, San Miguel de Salinas 2, (Corner of Santomera), 03185 TORREVIEJA, (Alicante) SPAIN. GPS: 37.975359411489606, -0.6926519257949622 Contact number: (+34) 625-912 078 CB South TORREVIEJA CABO ROIG SATURDAY 11.00 to 12:15 hrs Torrevieja “BIG BOOK” Meeting (MAP) International Church, Parroquia Cristo Resucitado, Centro Ecumenio, Calle Diamante 7, La Regina, O3189 CABO ROIG, (Alicante) SPAIN. GPS: 37.920152, -0.740011 Contact number: (+34) 625 912 078 CB South TORREVIEJA CABO ROIG SUNDAY 11:00 to 12:00 hrs (First meeting of each month is ‘OPEN‘) Torrevieja Sunday Meeting (MAP) International Church, Parroquia Cristo Resucitado, Centro Ecumenio, Calle Diamante 7, La Regina, O3189 CABO ROIG, (Alicante) SPAIN. GPS: 37.920152, -0.740011 Contact number: (+34) 625 912 078 CB South

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Salt of June

by Dave Stewart

Torrevieja is noted for its salt that has many uses. One is making salt boats, or other objects, that are works of art. A new lot has been made making use of the hot weather to harden the salt crystals glistening on the cords of the framework. Here you see two craftsmen in the last stages and some examples made by children in an annual competition.

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Another traditional use of salt crystals is shown in the annual procession of Corpus Christi. A decorative carpet of salt is laid in the street in front of the church and also where there are small altars in the streets where the procession stops to visit the sick.

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Alicante once again held excellent Hogueras of San Juan last month and here are some photos sent int us.

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Finally, fireworks on the beach for a multitude. aormi@icloud.com

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Torrevieja has had a love affair with windmills over the years.

They were used to grind wheat, corn and salt. Gradually they gave way to modernization but one was built that was intended to be a working model that could bee used to teach schoolchildren about these techniques and their own past and heritage. at the end of June the sails and axle were broken probably by lack of maintenance.

The park is El Molino and the district is sometimes known as los Molinos but also as Calvario. Now it is going to take a bit of money to restore the windmill to its former glory as you can see.

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Beware of Burning

I hate to see little kids wheeled around in their push chairs with no obvious provision of sun protection. Everyone seems to be under the impression that having a nice brown suntan is healthy. I have seen children nice and pink at the start of a holiday going home with peeling red raw skin and the child in obvious pain. Sun protection is paramount to prevent from skin cancer.

Skin cancer is an abnormal growth of skin cells. It most often develops on areas of the skin exposed to the sun’s rays. But this common form of cancer can also occur on areas of your skin not ordinarily exposed to sunlight.Skin cancer affects people of all colors and races, although those with light skin who sunburn easily have a higher risk.

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There are 21.363 cases of skin cancer each year in Spain. There are three major types of skin cancer — basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma.

You can reduce your risk of skin cancer by limiting or avoiding exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Checking your skin for suspicious changes can help detect skin cancer at its earliest stages. Early detection of skin cancer gives you the greatest chance for successful skin cancer treatment. I know two friends who have early signs on their noses and both acted quickly to see a doctor and receive treatment.

Skin cancer develops primarily on areas of sun-exposed skin, including the scalp, face, lips, ears, neck, chest, arms and hands, and on the legs in women. But it can also form on areas that rarely see the light of day — your palms, beneath your fingernails or toenails, and your genital area.

Skin cancer affects people of all skin tones, including those with darker complexions.

When melanoma occurs in people with dark skin tones, it's more likely to occur in areas not normally exposed to the sun, such as the palms of the hands and soles of the feet.

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Basal cell carcinoma signs and symptoms Basal cell carcinoma usually occurs in sun-exposed areas of your body, such as your neck or face.

Basal cell carcinoma may appear as: • A pearly or waxy bump • A flat, flesh-colored or brown scarlike lesion • A bleeding or scabbing sore that heals and returns

Squamous cell carcinoma signs and symptoms Most often, squamous cell carcinoma occurs on sun-exposed areas of your body, such as your face, ears and hands. People with darker skin are more likely to develop squamous cell carcinoma on areas that aren't often exposed to the sun.

Squamous cell carcinoma may appear as: • A firm, red nodule • A flat lesion with a scaly, crusted surface

Melanoma symptoms

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Melanoma can develop anywhere on your body, in otherwise normal skin or in an existing mole that becomes cancerous. Melanoma most often appears on the face or the trunk of affected men. In women, this type of cancer most often develops on the lower legs. In both men and women, melanoma can occur on skin that hasn't been exposed to the sun.

Melanoma can affect people of any skin tone. In people with darker skin tones, melanoma tends to occur on the palms or soles, or under the fingernails or toenails.

Melanoma signs include: • A large brownish spot with darker speckles • A mole that changes in color, size or feel or that bleeds • A small lesion with an irregular border and portions that appear red, pink, white, blue or blue-black • A painful lesion that itches or burns aormi@icloud.com

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Dark lesions on your palms, soles, fingertips or toes, or on mucous membranes lining your mouth, nose, vagina or anus.

When to see a doctor Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice any changes to your skin that worry you. Not all skin changes are caused by skin cancer. Your doctor will investigate your skin changes to determine a cause.

Ultraviolet light potential causes

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Much of the damage to DNA in skin cells results from ultraviolet (UV) radiation found in sunlight and in the lights used in tanning beds. But sun exposure doesn't explain skin cancers that develop on skin not ordinarily exposed to sunlight. This indicates that other factors may contribute to your risk of skin cancer, such as being exposed to toxic substances or having a condition that weakens your immune system.

Most skin cancers are preventable. To protect yourself, follow these skin cancer prevention tips: • Avoid the sun during the middle of the day. For many people in Spain, the sun's rays are strongest between about 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Schedule outdoor activities for other times of the day, even in winter or when the sky is cloudy.

• Wear sunscreen year-round. Sunscreens do not filter out all harmful UV radiation, especially the radiation that can lead to melanoma. But they play a major role in an overall sun protection programme.

Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, even on cloudy days.

Apply sunscreen generously, and reapply every two hours — or more often if you're swimming or perspiring. Use a generous amount of sunscreen on all exposed skin, including your lips, the tips of your ears, and the backs of your hands and neck.

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Wear protective clothing. Sunscreens don't provide complete protection from UV rays. So cover your skin with dark, tightly woven clothing that covers your arms and legs, and a broad-brimmed hat, which provides more protection than a baseball cap or visor does.

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companies also sell photoprotective clothing. A dermatologist can recommend an appropriate brand.

Don't forget sunglasses. Look for those that block both types of UV radiation — UVA and UVB rays.

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used in tanning beds emit UV rays and can increase your risk of skin cancer.

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Be aware of sun-sensitizing medications.

Some common prescription and over-the-counter drugs, including antibiotics, can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist about the side effects of any medications you take. If they increase your sensitivity to sunlight, take extra precautions to stay out of the sun in order to protect your skin.

• Check your skin regularly and r e p o r t changes to your doctor.

Examine your skin often for new skin growths or changes in existing moles, freckles, bumps and birthmarks.

With the help of mirrors, check your face, neck, ears and scalp. Examine your chest and trunk, and the tops and undersides of your arms and hands. Examine both the front and back of your legs, and your feet, including the soles and the spaces between your toes. Also check your genital area and between your buttocks.

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65th Habaneras competition

This year there will a dozen international choirs competing in the annual Habaneras and Polyphonic concerts held in the Eras de la Sal. “Rosita de un verde palmar” is the habanera piece chosen as the obligatory song.

The concerts will be held from 22 to 28 July with the choirs from ten different countries, augmented in the program by five Torrevieja choirs. This choir competition is of Interés Turístico Internacional and also the Medalla al Mérito Cultural de la Generalitat Valenciana and is a jewel in the culture of Torrevieja.

Programme of the Certamen with tickets from 7 to 14 euros.

LUNES, 22 DE JULIO.- Inauguration

Actuación fuera de concurso de los coros locales: Coro y Orquesta Maestro Ricardo Lafuente Masa Coral “José Hódar” Coral Torrevejense “Francisco Vallejos” Agrupación Coral “Manuel Barberá” Orfeón de Torrevieja

MARTES, 23 DE JULIO.- Actuación fuera de concurso del coro:

University of Philippines Singing Ambassadors (Filipinas)

MIÉRCOLES, 24 DE JULIO. Primera velada de concurso.

Coro Voci del Mare (Colombia) Beijing Tongxin Chorus (China)

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JUEVES, 25 DE JULIO. Segunda velada de concurso.

Kiev Yo u t h Chamber Choir “Sophia” (Ucrania) “Salutaris Choir” (Bielorrusia) “Agados” Chamber Choir (Corea del Sur)

VIERNES, 26 DE JULIO.- Tercera velada de concurso.

Coro “Voz Latina” (Itallia) Choeur Chantez a Dieu (Corea del Sur) “Sharinghiming Singers” (EE.UU.)

SÁBADO, 27 DE JULIO.- Cuarta velada de concurso.

Coro Jóvenes de Madrid (España) Coro Cámara “Cecilia Espinosa” (Colombia) LNHS Voice Chorale (Filipinas)

DOMINGO, 28 DE JULIO.- Velada torrevejense de Clausura.

Gran Gala Coral Prizegiving closing ceremony

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Spanish musicians Passion for the Tuba

One of my favorite gramophone records was of Danny Kaye and Tubby the Tube which explored the sounds and instruments of an orchestra and as a primary kid always left an impression on my.

Someone else who plays the tube is Samuel Hernรกndez, who has a passion for the tuba.

Supported by his family he has travelled through Spain, Italy and Portugal, where he has aroused public admiration Since 2015 Samuel Hernรกndez has participated in different competitions and already has 16 First Absolute Awards. Today he has achieved the "FIRST PRIZE" and "AWARD TO THE MAXIMUM SCORING" in the NATIONAL TUBA AND BOMBARDINO CITY OF LA VILA JOIOSA 2019 COMPETITION in his Category. Congratulations SAMUEL, for your perseverance and your work, because you have worked hard. Also congratulations to all your teachers who are training and guiding you on the right path. aormi@icloud.com

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At just 15 years old he has already won 16 first prizes in young interpreter competitions. His teachers highlight the skills for this heavy instrument, but he knows that his wins are due to the remarkable perseverance, and as the joke goes ..practice, practice, practice.

In a natural way, music has always been part of the life of the young Torreviejense Samuel Hernández. His father and uncle are amateur musicians of the Musical Union of Torrevieja and his older brother also joined the fans and began studying the euphonium. Influenced by the atmosphere at home, the young Samuel also wanted to be a musician and was very clear that he wanted to play the tuba in the Unión Musical Torrevejense.

«At the beginning at 15 minutes I had to stop because I got dizzy and that happened to me many times, but little by little I got used to it». aormi@icloud.com

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Another torrevejense who hit the national headlines gained a 14 out of 14 in Selectividad examinations. Top Marks.

Carlos Rodríguez studies at the IES Las Lagunas and wants to be a dramatist Well, with these notes, he can study what he wants. Have you already thought about it? His studies are in Science Physics and Chemistry and he had been accepted by Warwick University.

Yes he has discussed with his parents and applied for la Real Escuela Superior de Arte Dramático (RESAD) de Madrid as he wants to be a dramatist and write plays. He already has written and performed in the institute a musical which may be repeated at national level. He also does contemporary dance, flamenco, classical ... since he was four years old. And he practices it daily from Monday to Friday for two hours a day, from five to seven in the afternoon.

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Another young man making a name for himself all over Spain and beyond is guitarist Austin Slack He says,” This summer I'll open for one of the most mythical groups in the world The Jacksons !!!

Th Jacksons show is in the Eras de la Sal and people have been booking since the beginning of the year. The previous council tried to stop it saying it was advertised before the contract was singed, but this has all been overcome.

Austin said, “With more than 100 million albums sold and 50 years of non-stop touring around the world, it is an honor to be able to play before them on August 9 at Eras de la Sal in Torrevieja!”

Tickets already on sale at El Corte Inglés and Ticketmaster !!!

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An important fiesta that has been firmly put on the cultural programme is that of the Virgen del Carmen, patron saint of fishermen and those at sea.

It begins on 6th July with a party for the youngsters of the two special needs associations in Torrevieja - ALPE and APANEE. The Flower Offering is after the Mass at 17:30 in the Sagrado Corazon church with music by the Coro Ricardo Lafuente. The Union Musical Torrevieja will accompany the procession to the statue of the Hombre del Mar where a solemn ceremony is tossing wreaths into the sea in honor of those who have lost there lives at sea.

There is a Vela Latina boats competition on 14 July beginning at 12:00. The next day is dedicated to a paella making competition.

Things get serious at 8:00 am on 16 July with an early morning DIANA call to wake up local citizens. 12:00start of the Cucana or greasy pole competition held at the Fishermen's Wharf. Afterwards there is sea version of crazy cars competition but floating ones, though some may sink in the process.

Finally there is a 21:00 Mass followed by the Great Procession from the church to thee harbour with fishermen carrying a statue of the Virgen del Carmen t a waiting, decorate, boat where the image is mounted on the bow for another procession of boats around the port area to the sound of ships’ klaxons. It all ends with a fireworks display.

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The annual Rocio pilgrimage will take place on Saturday 6 and 7th July. The procession or pilgrimage (rocio) will leave from the Salvador Church after the 11:00 Mass. The image will be accompanied by horsemen, caravans and many people afoot dressed in Andalusian costumes with typical band and choir singing traditional hymns and songs.

En route they pass close to the Parque Molino del Agua and recite the Angelus and take a refeshmlent. Then they wend their way to the Lo Albentos recreation area in the la Mata park for overnight camping. There will be a flower offering and later children’s games with a final Rosary almost at midnight.

Sunday 7th July they are woken unto the call of tambors and partake of hot chocolate. A one o’clock Mass is held in the open air. and the afternoon is spent socializing and eating. They break camp at 19:00 and head for the La Mata church of the Holy Rosary where the image of the Virgen el Rocio is deposited and pray the Salve Rociera.

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The annual competition and Habaneras concerts will be held in the Eras de la Sal from 22 to 28th July. This is televised and beamed throughout the world as it is of International Touistic Inteest and also the Valencian Medal of Merit for Culture.

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