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Easter Special 2006
C
ULTURE:
Festival de la Cerveza: Castelldefels has set up its own beer
festival mixing German tradition with Mediterranean lifestyle. On
offer are German beers and food, beer from different breweries,
alongside a cultural programme that includes folklore groups from
Munich, exhibitions of photos and pictures by German artists, live
music, AV presentations on the history and traditions of Bavaria and
also children’s activities. Venue: Castelldefels, Hotel
Barcelona Classic, C. Ginesta. Dates: 20th and 21st May 2006. More
info from the hotel: info@hotelbcn.net.
“
MERCADILLO
DE ARTÍCULOS DE NIÑO“ IN CASTELLDEFELS: A
second-hand sale for ítems for children is being held as part
of the FESTIVAL INTERNACIONAL DE LA CERVEZA“ in Castelldefels. Here you have the chance to sell clothes,
toys, books and other items for babies and children. In the marquee
and the gardens of the Hotel Barcelona Classic you will also find
German beer and food, Bavarian folklore groups, live music and
dancing, exhibitions, a varied programme for children and surprise
appearances for all the family. Hotel Barcelona Classic is at C/
Ginesta 13 (next to Club de Tenis Andrés
Gimeno). And the event takes place on Sat 20th and Sun 21st may from
10.30am to 8pm. If you want to sell something, contact Tina on 650
389 440 by 12th May to reserve a table.
T
ENNIS
PARTNER THROUGH THE INTERNET: a new website
www.barcelona-tennis.com
helps those who play tennis already as well as those who plan to
learn. Here you can find a tennis partner, whatever your level, from
beginner to professional. People who only play occasionally are also
included the data bank. The site also has info on tennis courts in
the Barcelona area and organises tournaments:
S
TUDENTS:
WEBSITE: The new website “Loschicles.com” was set up
for students doing an exchange or traineeship in Barcelona (those
here and those planning to come). Loads of information on the
universities and language schools in Barcelona; also tips on looking
for somewhere to live or for a job, with links to other websites, and
hints on how to save money, the main sights/museums and leisure
activities. The website also gives an example of layout of a Spanish
c.v./resume as well as a sample letter of application to a Spanish
university, plus some seminar papers and presentations given by
Erasmus-students at Spanish universities. All in all, lots of useful
info for students and others coming to Barcelona. Website is in
German and English: www.loschicles.com
D
IGITAL
PHOTOS: the cost of developing: There’s a wide range of
prices charged for prints of digital photos, both in shops here and
on the internet. Here ExtraGuide shows you some of the best deals
around.
T
o
compare prices: Schlecker is offering copies from 19cents for orders
of over 100 copies plus 3€ for CD-Rom (photos 10x15). FNAC has
an offer till end May with copies at 17cents for 10 x15 (CD Rom not
required). .
At Fotoprix the normal price is 21cents for 100+ prints so they are amongst the dearer ones but they do also have special offers especially for internet orders (the last one gave 50% discount). Look at: www.fotoprix.es . Carrefour offers the possibility of online orders on http://www.reveladodigital.carrefour.es/ Prints from 19cents for 10x15).
Cheaper online offers. www.pixaco.es (14cents for10x15; 9cents for 9x13). On www.mypixmania.com you find 100+ prints at13 cents for 10x15 and attractive gift ideas using digital images (cups, mousepads, posters, calendars etc
C
ALLING
ALL CANADIANS: EL Corte Ingles is featuring Canadian products in
the in-store delicatessens EL Club del Gourmet this month. Beers,
wines (including ice-wine), spreads, sauces and more (maple syrup
they stock all the time!).
A GOOD READ: Just out and an excellent read: " Ghosts of Spain" by the Guardian's "Man in Madrid" Giles Tremlett. Tremlett has lived in Spain (Barcelona and latterly Madrid) for nearly 20 years and this book is a mix of personal observations and journalistic research. Opening with a look at the attitudes to the Civil War, Franco, and the transition to democracy, he covers a wide range of topics, including the very timely questions of property development on the Costas, Euskadi and ETA, Catalonia, and Galicia, Al-Qaida and Al Andalus, and also: families, feminism, flamenco, Almodovar ....... The Faber & Faber paperback is available from FNAC at 10.45€. For newcomers to Spain it is an excellent introduction to the politics of this complex country and to Spanish society. For long-time residents a chance to learn more about some aspects you knew less about possibly (and there will also be lots of points where you nod in agreement!). An idea for "Sant Jordi"?
E
ASTER:
ACTIVITIES: CaixaForum has organised concerts and family
activities for the holiday week. Check out: www.fundacio.lacaixa.es.
Cosmocaixa also has children’s theatre from 9th to
17th April.
Tibidabo amusement park also has some special events and attractions.
T
he
Parc del Forum will be set up specially for children for the
holidays, with 10 bouncy castles and a skating rink ready on Sat. 8th
and more activities added in the following days, including karts and
“una zona de baño, equipada con tumbonas y barcas”.
Up-to-the minute traffic reports on: www.dgt.es.
C
ULTURE
AND TRADITIONS: Chocolate Easter eggs and bunnies etc are all
over the place, here as elsewhere. A specifically Catalan tradition
is the “mona”. Look out for them (mainly in baker’s
and cake-shops): they can range from the traditional with real eggs
to elaborate (and very expensive) chocolate sculptures which often
have very topical subject matter.
Recipes on: http://www.elalmanaque.com/semanasanta/recetas/rec9.htm and http://www.donquijote.org/culture/recipes/receta.asp?id=115.
C
HILDREN:
ACTIVITIES
Cosmocaixa has a range of activities planned for families from now till mid-June. Info on: www.lacaixa.es or Tel: 93-495-3945.
Festa de la primavera takes place in Ciutadella park on 30th April, starting at 11am. Musical activities, workshops on gardening and the environment. .www.bcn.es
W
EBSITE
OF THE MONTH: Expatica is a website aimed at expats living and
working in Europe, with particular focus
on the Netherlands (Holland), Germany, France, Belgium and Spain. It
covers the latest news stories in those countries (all aspects of
life) plus blogs, forums, job and property adverts and much more
(even on-line dating).There is a big Human Resources section with
lots of advice for HR specialists and their clients. An Expatica
Survival guide to Spain is also available. www.expatica.com