Marbella Family Fun update - Friday November 5, 2010

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* English movie listings

These are the listing for movies that are playing in Marbella and on the Coast in English from Friday November 5th until Thursday November 11th. If you would like to receive regular updates on original version movies playing locally, please sign up to our newsletter.

Cinema Gran Marbella:
Vampires Suck

Fuengirola Miramar:
Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps

Plaza Mayor Malaga:
No original movies playing this week.

Click here to read more...

* Andalucia nature walk through Malaga Mountains on Sunday

Marbella Town Hall organizes walks through nature reserves, parks, mountains and other outdoor areas in Andalusia at very reasonable prices called Salidas Abiertas. This is a great way to discover the nature that exists along the Costa del Sol and Andalusia as well as a wonderful opportunity to meet locals and practice your Spanish.

Sunday´s walk is very family oriented and passes through the Malaga mountains. This is an easy 4km walk (possibly 7km) for beginners and costs only 6 euros! Click here to read more...

* Mountain bike tour from Ronda to Marbella this Sunday

Team Xtreme is organizing a mountain bike tour from Ronda to Marbella this Sunday November 7th, for kids aged 14+ and adults. This bike trip of approximately 36km is 85 % downhill through the beautiful natural park of Sierra de las Nieves (don´t worry, you won´t be on the main road for cars).

We´ve already tested out Team Xtreme for a canyoning trip and were impressed and had lots of fun, so we can only expect the same quality organization and attention for the bike tour. Click here to read more...

* Passion Studio Bollywood classes for kids

Starting Thursday at 18.00 fun dance classes for kids ~ Bollywood style!!! There will be belly dancing moves, fun music and so much more...

For more information, call the PASSION Studio in Mijas Costa at 952 59 2210 or stop by to see us! Don't forget our Car Boot Sale this Saturday at 10.00, to reserve your place - call the number above!

* School Sports Day in Marbella

Approximately 1,300 children between the ages of 6 and 7 from local schools in Marbella will be participating in a sports day titled Pequemaratón (Mini-marathon) on November 4th and 5th, 2010. Starting at 10:00am at Marbella´s Municipal Stadium. Children from schools in Marbella, San Pedro Alcantara, Las Chapas and Nueva Andalucia will be partipating in the event. Click here to read more...

* Informative Conference for foreign residents in Marbella

Marbella Town Hall is inviting all foreigners residing in Marbella to an informative conference at the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos in Marbella on November 11th at 5:30pm. Click here to read more...

* Charity breakfast for Cesare Scariolo Foundation

A charity breakfast with guest speakers will be held in aid of the Cesare Scariolo Foundation on November 12th at 9:30am at the Hotel Gran Melía Don Pepe in Marbella at the Dama de Noche hall. Click here to read more...

* Happy Guy Fawkes Day!

We´ve had several questions lately asking about celebrations of the English holiday Guy Fawkes Day (or Night) on the Costa del Sol. Unfortunately, not much can be found. You can read the comments here and please add to them if you have any information.

In case you are unaware of this holiday, this is the Wikipedia description:

"Guy Fawkes Night, also known as Bonfire Night, is an annual celebration held on the evening of 5 November, and marks the failed Gunpowder Plot of 5 November 1605. The occasion is celebrated primarily in Great Britain, although some former British colonies also mark the occasion. Festivities are centered on the use of fireworks and the lighting of bonfires." Click here to read more...

* Isla Magica open for winter holidays

Isla Magica, a fun attraction park in Seville (about 2.5 hrs drive from Marbella), is holding winter celebrations this year with special Christmas decorations, shows, music and lots of other holiday entertainment.

Isla Magica will also be creating a winter wonderland with snow (the fake kind I suppose), roasted chestnuts, churros with chocolate and fresh buñuelos (donut-type treat). Check out the winter opening days and hours. Click here to read more...

* How to rent a car in Marbella

Planning your trip to Marbella for the winter holidays? Got your accommodation sorted out and not sure where or how to rent a car? Check out our tips on the best way to rent a car during your stay on the Costa del Sol. Click here to read more...

* I Malaga Marathon 2010

On December 6, 2010 you could form part of a dream which has come true - the I Malaga Marathon 2010, that runs 42.195 kms.

There will also be an easier 12km race for those not wanting to participate in the whole marathon. Click here to read more...

* Good Morning Marbella!

It´s a beautiful November morning and after five years of living in Marbella I am still amazed at how fabulous the weather is. I had a lovely walk on the beach this morning with my dog and witnessed not only a gorgeous sunrise, but found a group of elderly ladies bathing in the sea. Click here to read more...

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