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Dana & Gianni in concert: Saturday, May 7 “The soul on the voice.” From 4.30 pm in Bío Beach Club, Paseo Marítimo El Morche. Book your table: +34 657 364 594
Festival of Craft Beer ‘Birra&Art” of Rincon de la Victoria:
The event will take place from Friday May 13 to Sunday 15 at the Plaza Al Andalus. Vendors will offer up to 55 different types. The beers can be enjoyed from a price of 3 euros.
The Festival program includes live music concerts in the Pop Rock style: Merci Players, on Friday, May 13 (10:00 p.m.), Mita i Mita and Money Makers, on Saturday, May 14 (3:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. hours), and on Sunday, May 15, Joker Rock Band, (5:00 p.m.). All concerts are free.
The festival will open to the public on Friday May 13 at 12:00. The schedule for the rest of the days of the Festival is from 12:00 to 01:00, and on Sunday from 12:00 to 19:00.
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Malagalingo Spanish School:
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Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent
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Have you tried our Essential Skincare Triple Set ?
It includes: 1 Face Cleanser + 1 Revitalizing Face Cream +
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Plus a free beauty bag worth 4€ – reusable pure cotton bag.
– This Triple Set is for all skin types. Each product smells gorgeous, it is easy to apply, gentle to skin, highly moisturizing, effective at softening hard skin and reducing wrinkles and spots.
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MOONETTE – Organic Skincare for Mature Skin
We are a Torrox-based company specialising in the creation of formulae which help prevent premature skin ageing. We are committed to making effective products at affordable prices.
Your skin health matters to us. How you feed your skin is as important as how you feed your body. Why settle for anything less than natural and organic?
As our skin is the first layer of our defence against microbial infections, ultraviolet radiation and environmental contamination it plays a vital role in our health. As we grow older, however, our skin becomes thinner, wrinkled, and more sensitive; hence it requires the use of treatments containing specific ingredients to the care of treating mature skin.
Recognising this need we have created a range of formulae which help
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At Moonette, we are passionate about health, beauty and plants. Your skin will benefit from the properties of botanic essential oils combined with a selection of nutrients for deep hydration, cell revitalization and antioxidant effect, all sourced from the finest natural ingredients with gorgeous fragrances.
Naturally, we care about our planet and feel the need to help reduce the sheer volumes of plastics waste that are generated daily around the globe. Presently, we are minimizing the usage of plastic materials in our production while seeking alternative forms of packaging. To help reduce pollution we are asking all local customers to recycle or reuse their Moonette skincare containers, and offering a small discount on future purchases to customers recycling containers.
**Free small testers are available on request** Please contact us to find out more or to order:
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Tel /WhatsApp: +34 650 044 102
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For Sale, 3 items:
-Cobra 3-SW. 50euros
-Ping G10 3 and 5 woods. 60 euros each
-Hill Billy Trolley Travel Cover never been out of box.15 euros.
Jackie /John at Torrox Campo, 5 mins from Pueblo.
Mobile 687675755.
For Sale, 2 items: Thundershirts for dogs. Ideal for anxious dogs especially when there are thunderstorms or fireworks.
I have 2 for sale
-P 1 x xs 20 euros
-1 x large 15 euros
The large one has a small tear as shown in photos
Lyn, Vinuela, whatsapp 686694002
email: lyn.wannell@yahoo.com
For Sale, 3 items:
-Electric cement mixer, in good working order. 50€ ono
-Wheel barrow with a solid wheel 20€.
-Extendable long arm pruner. Bought from Bauhaus 3 yrs ago, €139. Little used. 70€.
John / Olive. Manzano Bajo, between torrox costa and el Morche. Buyer collects, +44(0) 7501182382
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News & Articles
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COVID
Covid Andalucia- Andalucía adds 44 Covid deaths in three days – compared to the ten on Tuesday: Regarding the 44 deaths, 15 were reported in Seville, eight in Cordoba, six in Malaga, five in Jaén, four in Granada, three in Cadiz, two in Almeria and one in Huelva. In addition, Andalucía has registered a rise of 39 patients hospitalised for coronavirus compared to 3 May, making the current total 765, while the number of admissions to intensive care units has dropped by one to stand at 46.
Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/
Covid Malaga- 62 new hospitalized and 6 new deaths in Malaga from coronavirus since Tuesday: {Translation} 6May22
-Andalusia has registered a total of 7,644 new cases of coronavirus since Tuesday, of which 3,129 have occurred in people over 60.
-The region has 44 deaths in three days (compared to ten on Tuesday), which brings the overall figure to 13,673 people. Of the 44 deaths, 15 were reported in Seville, eight in Cordoba, six in Malaga, five in Jaen, four in Granada, three in Cadiz, two in Almeria and one in Huelva.
-In addition, Andalusia has recorded on Friday 6 May a rise of 39 patients hospitalised for coronavirus compared to 3 May to a total of 765, while admissions to intensive care units (ICU) fell by one to 46.
-With regard to the current average incidence of infection in Andalusia in the last 14 days in people over 60 years of age, this stands, according to the IECA, at 524 cases per 100,000 inhabitants (3.4 points more than three days ago), with the province of Cordoba leading the way with 789.8, followed by Huelva with 763.4; Jaen with 704.2; Almeria with 640.1; Cadiz with 463.3; Granada with 443.6; Seville with 418.4; and Malaga with 407.
-By provinces, Seville has the highest number of positive cases these days with 1,339, followed by Cadiz with 1,299, Malaga with 1,204, Cordoba with 981, Granada with 824, Jaen with 794, Huelva with 602 and Almeria with 601. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/
ANDALUCIA
These are the areas most at risk of West Nile fever in Andalucía: West Nile fever (WNF) is an emerging disease in Europe. It occurs seasonally, from May to November in Spain and is caused by West Nile virus (WNV) types one and two, which are the two variants that have so far shown evidence of affecting humans. The virus is transmitted through the bite of certain species of mosquitoes. Photo:SUR. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com
SPORTS
Tennis News- Alcaraz overpowers Nadal at Madrid Open: In a clash of generations, Spanish teenage sensation Carlos Alcaraz overcame an injury to defeat his idol Rafael Nadal 6-2, 1-6, 6-3 in the Madrid Open quarterfinals on Friday.
The 19-year-old Alcaraz recovered from a bad ankle twist early in the second set to earn his first victory against the 21-time Grand Slam champion, marking what could be the beginning of a change of guard in Spanish tennis.
The youngster considered by many in Spain as Nadal’s successor will play his first Madrid final against top-ranked Novak Djokovic, who eased past Hubert Hurkacz 6-3, 6-4.
Full article: https://www.washingtontimes.com/
SPACE
The 1st solar eclipse of 2022 is stunning in these satellite views:
The solar eclipse of April 30, 2022, was visible from the GOES-16 satellite. (Image credit: NOAA) Full article: https://www.space.com/
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Churches & Worship
New Life Church
Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. Our meetings are characterised by uplifting songs, relevant sermons and a modern but reverent service.
During this time of uncertainty, God’s word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. We are a Bible based Church community continuing to help people find their way to God through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me“
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja ; Directions: Click Here
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
Website: https://www.nlcnerja.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nlcnerja
El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria Puente Don Manuel, Cruce de Periana – 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/El-Puente-Christian-Fellowship-105285888299225/or please contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection!).
St George’s Church Málaga: We are part of the Church of England in Spain covering the area from Torremolinos in the west to the outskirts of Nerja in the east and to the northern edge of Malaga province.
We have three worship centres, in Velez-Málaga, Málaga city and Salinas. Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English, and you can also contact us to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings, funerals, and house blessings.
Father Louis, our Chaplain, is available for counsel and support, regardless of anyone’s beliefs or background. We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship.
If you can’t get to church, we live-stream our Sunday services on Facebook, and also gather on Zoom for an informal service on Wednesday mornings.
Sign up for our newsletter by emailing Father Louis at malagachaplain@gmail.com to receive login details, and news of other future events. We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
Website: www.stgeorgemalaga.org & Facebook
Nerja and Almuñécar Anglican Church:
We are part of the Church of England in Spain.
Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English which begin at 12:00 noon in San Miguel, Plaza Andalucia, Nerja. Please note, this not the large white church near the Balcon de Europa, El Salvador. It is situated some 10 minutes walk away, just off the main road that runs through the town.
We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship.
Please contact Father Nigel to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings and funerals.
If you can’t get to church on Sunday, we gather on Zoom for a communion service at 09:30 CET on Wednesday mornings and a Compline service at 18:00 CET on Thursdays.
To receive details of how you can join our online services or to contact Father Nigel, please refer to our website. You can also find us on Facebook.
We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
Website: https://www.nerjaalmunecaranglicanchurch.co.uk/
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Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Church Services:
-Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Catholic Mass in English. Every Saturday at 17.00. Tel: 952 543 334.
-St Barnabas IERE (Anglican) Torre del Mar, Morning prayer 1st Sunday, Holy Communion 2nd, 3rd and 4th at 11am. Tel: 657286284
Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar, Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Tel: 952 543 334
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Cinesur El Ingenio Films schedule: You can find the film schedule at this link. Films tagged as (VOSE) are in the original language with Spanish subtitles.
https://www.cinesur.com/es/cine/mk2-cinesur-el-ingenio
Useful Links, Info & Numbers
Petrol Prices – Updated daily: These are the fuel stations in Malaga province with the lowest prices. The price data for 95 and 98-octane petrol and diesel fuel is updated every day. See it here:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/updated-daily-these-20220314114157-nt.html
Weekly Markets
Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana
Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231
Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Local News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Spain National News in English, El Pais: https://elpais.com/elpais/inenglish.html
Local Weather: https://www.accuweather.com/en/es/torre-del-mar/306652/weather-forecast/306652
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