• Issue No. 2019 • 14 - 20 Mar 2024
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Murcia lights up
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Sip & craft
Shared moments and smiles.
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ARTISTIC MONUMENTS: Are traditionally burned at the end of the celebrations.
ting around 800 servings of the typical dish. On March 9 they enjoyed the traditional ‘mascleta’ a firework show in Plaza Circular, and a concert at the Almudí Palace by the
Alicante Municipal Symphonic Band. The celebrations concluded with the symbolic burning of the Murcia Bonfire, where they traditionally burn artistic mo-
numents made of wood, cardboard, cork, and paint. The monument that was burned was titled ‘La fiesta, esencia de Alicante’ (The party, essence of Alicante).
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AGE CONCERN is set to host two exciting events for the community. The Age Concern Afternoon Tea & Bingo is scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, from 2pm to 4pm at the Social Centre on Camposol C Sector. Tickets, a steal at €5, offer a spread of home-made sausage rolls, sandwiches, cakes, scones, and more, complete with tea and coffee. In addition, don’t miss the Crafternoon at Age Concern’s Social Centre on Tuesday, March 26, at 1.30pm. For just €5, participants can engage in a card-making masterclass, creating three beautiful greetings cards. All materials are provided, and the event promises a free-flowing supply of tea and coffee. For reservations, reach out to ageconcerncostacalida @gmail.com or call 623 118 062.
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Catherine McGeer THOUSANDS gathered in Murcia to enjoy an Alicante-themed celebration as the two regions united to host a San Juan festival in Murcia. San Juan is usually celebrated on June 24 for the Summer Solstice and Alicante celebrates the bonfires of San Juan from June 20 until June 24. The bonfires of Alicante are well-known for their tradition since ancient times and are declared of International Tourist Interest. Over the weekend from March 8 to 10 Murcia transformed into an ‘Alicante-like city’ welcoming the mayor of Alicante. Festivities kicked off with a giant paella in the Plaza Julian Romea, distribu-
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