Marbella Family Fun update - Friday January 28, 2011

* English movie listings

These are the listing for movies that are playing in Marbella and on the Coast in English from Friday January 28th until Thursday February 3rd.

Cinema Gran Marbella:
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Fuengirola Miramar:
How do you know?
Hereafter
The Green Hornet

Plaza Mayor Malaga:
Hereafter
The Tourist
Little Fockers
The Green Hornet - 3D

Click here to find movie times and locations...

* More English movies

The Area de Cine is organizing a series of movies in their original version (sometimes in English) subtitled in Spanish starting on February 2, 2011 and lasting throughout March 18, 2011. The movies will be playing in both Marbella and San Pedro de Alcantara.

The best part - only 3 euros per movie! Click here to read more...

* More wet weather this weekend

It looks as though the Costa del Sol will have a weekend with scattered showers and partly cloudy skies...possibly a bit of sunshine. But don´t fret, there are still plenty of fun indoor activities for the kids such as bowling, heading to the movies, or going shopping to take advantage of the sales. Click here to read more...

* Looking for a job on the Costa del Sol

One of our readers is looking for work in the area. If you´re looking to hire, then check out what Raimonda has to say:

"I am professional 29 years old catering assistant manager. I have been living and working in the United Kingdom for the past 6 years." Click here to read more...

* Kids summer sailing courses

One of our readers asks: "I am wondering if there is a Sailing Club in Puerto Banus that offers private lessons/childrens course in summer 2011? "

We´ve given our recommendations, so if you´re interested, then take a peek. If you´ve got a recommendation of your own, please add to our list by clicking Click here to add your own comments. Yes, it´s that easy! Click here to read more...

* Costa del Sol mountain guide

If you enjoy walking through the mountains discovering the beautiful nature we have here on the Costa del Sol, but would prefer to be led by an experienced guide, then check out some of our recommendations. Click here to read more...

* Entertaining kids in Marbella

One of our readers has asked for help in how to entertain her 8 year old (easy) and a couple of 16 year olds (not so easy) as well as a bit of guidance on where´s the best place to stay in Marbella.

We´ve given our best advice, how about sending her some of your own? We´d love to hear from other parents who have experience with teenagers in Marbella. Click here to read more...

* Los Pekes Marbella nursery

We´ve received a nice recommendation on one of Marbella´s many nurseries. Here is what one of our readers had to say:

"It is a typically Spanish nursery with Spanish speaking staff, however, since it´s located right next to EIC (English International School) there are a lot of English speaking children mixed in. I´d say maybe they are even the majority in the group." Click here to read more...

* Good Morning Marbella!

It has been raining all week, however I had a quick chance to take a photo this morning of the San Pedro boardwalk to give you an idea of how wet and muggy it is. Click here to read more...

* Foundation of Friends raises over 2500 euros

The Foundation of Friends are pleased to announce that more than 2500 euros were raised at their xmas fayre which was held at Aloha Gardens Multi-Sports Centre on the 10th December.

The foundation would like to thank all their friends and supporters including the Stagecoach carol singers who helped make the event such a success! Click here to read more...

* Weekend forecast for Sierra Nevada

It looks like this weekend may be a good one to ski in Sierra Nevada. Predictions are set for moderate fall of snow, heaviest on Sat afternoon with about 4 cm. Temperatures will be below freezing (max 0°C on Fri morning, min -3°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

If you´re thinking of skiing in Sierra Nevada, then find out more about Sierra Nevada ski conditions at www.snow-forecast.com/resorts/Sierra-Nevada/6day/bot . We also recommend you read our own family experience or share your experience too! Click here to read more...

* New kickboxing class in Fuengriola

A new kickboxing class will be starting in Fuengirola February 1st at the Body Shape Gym on Avenida de Andalucia on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:30am. The classes will be led by an instructor from Kudo Academies, so you know it´s gonna be good. First two weeks are free! Contact Kudo Academies for more information. Click here to read more...

* Marbella Ecological Market

Marbella Town Hall is organizing a Marbella Ecological Market to take place every first Saturday of the month. The next market is taking place February 5th from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the Paseo de la Alameda in Marbella center. Click here to read more...

* Take the kids to the theater

The Marbella culture delegation is announcing a theater and dance program titled “Llevo a mis papás al teatro” ("I take my parents to the theater") which is a series of shows geared towards children and parents offering theater the whole family can enjoy.

The next show is Compañia Yllana “ZOO” taking place on Sunday February 5th. Click here to read more...

* Manilva family walks

The Environmental delegation of Manilva Town Hall is organizing a family walk through the mountains on March 13, 2011. The walk is open to the public and free of cost for children under 14 years of age. Click here to read more...

* Carnival time is coming up

There are two carnivals coming up in February and March - the San Pedro Carnival 2011 and the Marbella Carnival. This is a time for the kids to dress up and the town hall organizes some fun activities and entertainment. Click here to read more...

* Free entry to Picasso Museum

The last Sunday of every month means FREE entry to the Picasso Museum in Malaga.The weather isn´t supposed to be that fabulous this weekend, so it´s a good day to go. Plus, it´s the last weekend of the exhibit Toys of the Avant Garde. Click here to read more...

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