What's On Today: Monday 30 November 2009

Exhibitions at the centro cultural, Avenida Pais Valencia 1. Open Monday to Friday 17:30-20:30 and Saturdays 10:30-13:30. Tel: 965 537 142.

Meetings are held at The Forum, Mare Nostrum on the 4th Monday of each month, (except December) at 11:00. Serving the areas of Alfas del Pi, Altea, Benidorm, Callosa d’en Sarria, Finestrat, La Nucia and Villajoyosa. New members are always welcome to go along to the meetings and this is a non profit making organisation promoting cultural and social groups. Spanish lessons at all levels, social events, travel, organised walks and many other enjoyable activities are orgnanized. Contact Doromy (the Secretary). Tel: 966 878 471.

All standards and ages of netball player are welcome to join the training sessions at the Sports Centre, 19:30-21:00. Tel: 608 369 112 / 969 141 478.

Various sculptures by Joan Ripollés, made from bronze and fibre covered in murano glass, are to be exhibited around the streets of Alicante, along the marina promenade and the Avenida Oscar Esplá boulevard. Contact the Town Hall Plaza del Ayuntamiento 1. Tel: 965 149 100 or email alicante@touristinfo.net.

Learn to Latin dance with Marilyn at Captain Haddock from 19:00 Monday to Saturday.

The Yelmo Cineplex cinema in the Centro Commercial Puerto de Alicante, Avenida Alcalde Lorenzo Carbonell, shows english language films every Monday to Thursday. Tickets €5.50 available from the website or tel: 902 220 922.

At the Teatro Principal Plaza Ruperto Chapi. The musical Mamma Mia will be staged here in November and December. For more information contact the theater. Tel: 965 202 380.

Set in the old quarters of Alicante, the castle is open every day to visitors. The last lift up is at 18:00 and last lift down is 18:45. Entry €2.40, free for children under 5, pensioners and the disabled. Tel: 965 152 969.

At the Galeria Cafe El Dolce Ctra Callosa 58 from 09:00-14:00 and 17:00-19:00 daily except Sunday. Tel: 687 508 985 for more information.

At the Palau Altea C/Alcoy 18 at 20:00 there will be the inauguration of this exhibition of wooden sculptures by Quico Torres. Daily except Sunday until December. Free entry. Contact the Palau. Tel: 966 881 924 or email palau@palaualtea.com.

Fiction and non-fiction, books, videos and DVDs. Open 11:00-13:00. Coffee morning on the third Friday of each month. First floor of Bar Miramar, opposite the seafront car park. Tel: 965 844 707.

Cines Colci Avda. Zamora s/n Rincon de Loix shows English language version films from Monday to Friday at 18:30 and 20:45 and Saturdays at 18:30. Tickets €5.50. Contact the cinema. Tel: 965 853 859 between 18:00 and 23:00 for reservations.

Steptoes Calle Lepanto hosts the Elton John Tribute Show by Ricky Price every night at 20:30. Free entry. Tel: 966 873 615.

Karaoke six nights a week and a full and varied entertainment program for afternoon and evening at Cumberland Bar. Contact Nigel or Yvonne. Tel: 966 804 281.

This new skating rink with real ice is situated on the Avda. Europa near to the old bus station in the Noria Commercial Centre. Open everyday from 11:00-23:00. Entry is €7.50 per person for two hours. Tel: 693 272 705.

Yoga at the Benidorm Sports Centre every Monday and Wednesday at 19:00 and Saturday at 10:00. The first class is free. Contact Mark. Tel: 616 762 131.

Kings of Swing show starring Anthony Adams from the BBC's 'The One and Only', the Las Vegas Showgirls and a full orchestra every Monday at Benidorm Palace from 21:30. Tel: 965 851 660.

Musical extravaganza at Benidorm Palace Avda. Severo Ochoa, s/n. Showgirls and dancing, comedy sketches, ballet, acrobatics and costumes to dazzle the eyes. International acts and a varied performance schedule. Tickets available with or without the menu from €27. Tel: 965 851 660.

Terra Natura Animal Theme Park Foia del Verdader 1. More than 1500 species of animals and 2500 of trees and plants to be seen in this specially designed 'Zoo Immersion' habitat where you can see the animals eye-to-eye. Open daily from 10:30-20:00. Tickets €23 adults €18 children/OAP's. Tel: 902 500 414.

Weekly jam sessions with The Brink and friends every Monday at the Buda Bar La Caseta de la Font, 21:00. All musicans are welcome to come along. Tel: 966 494 179.

Jools Cooper performs at Rusty's Bar and Restaurant on the Benitachell Road every Monday night with from 20:00. Tel: 966 495 385.

Weekly crafts club meeting. All materials and equipment provided. Contact Julie. Tel: 636 373 750.

This dance class is for complete beginners and is held at the Benitachell Arts Centre Calle Jose Antonio 18 every Monday and Friday from 10:00-11:00 & 11:15-12:15. Cost €5 per session. Tel: 680 673 871.

The caves are a popular tourist attraction situated in la Sierra de Cabeza de Oro, 3km from Busot. Open daily 11:00-18:00. Tel: 965 699 250.

Marcia's Dance Centre & Stage School C/Benisa Edificio Atalaya daily. Children's dance classes available in ballet, tap, modern/Jazz, Funky, Stretch, ballroom, Latin American, Free Style Show Class, music, piano and guitar. Students appear in regular shows and events arranged throughout the year. €5-8 per class. Contact Marcia. Tel: 965 830 980 or 627 723 081 or email info@marciasdancecentre.com.

Jive dance lessons at the New Mediterranean Dance Studio every Wednesday from 18:30. €5 for two hours. Contact Richard. Tel: 965 740 614.

Learn to dance the Flamenco! Classes for beginners at Marcia's Dance Studio Monday from 19:30-20:30. Contact Suzanna. Tel: 669 219 088.

Marcia's Dance Centre & Stage School C/Benisa Edificio Atalaya daily. Ballroom and Latin American Dance classes available for all levels and age groups, private or group lessons, various times. €5-8 per person per class, €10 for private 1/2 hour. Contact Marcia. Tel: 965 830 980 or 627 723 081 or email info@marciasdancecentre.com.

Every Monday from 20:30 to midnight Calpe International Folk Music Society meet at the Cross Keys pub for an evening of accoustic music and song, poetry, monologues and the like, to celebrate the grand folk tradition from all over the world. Free entry, participation encouraged but not obligatory, no smoking. More performers welcome. Contact Mike Manning. Tel: 965 875 610 or email mikeandjudymanning@hotmail.com.

Oscar's Bar on the Playa Arenal Bol is the venue for live music every Monday and Saturday from 20:00-23:30 with John Curtis. Tel: 965 832 393.

Karaoke every Monday and Thursday from 19:00-21:00 with a Jackpot Quiz every Friday, free internet access and football games covered as well. The Terracota Bar near the Esmeralda Hotel. Tel: 965 831 205.

Lions' meetings on the first Monday of every month at the Casa de Cultura from 17:00. Contact Beverley Stewart. Tel: 629 478 007.

Arts and crafts enthusiasts meet every Monday at El Bolero, 14:30. Contact Lesley Clark. Tel: 965 794 462.

Quad biking trips for all ages and make a fun day out for all the family. Tel: 965 831 965 / 626 654 630.

Hot air balloon rides arranged for special occasions or days out t to view the Costa Blanca. Tel: 965 831 965 or 626 654 630.

Sailing trips for everyone to experience the Costa Blanca coastline from a new prospective. Tel: 965 831 965 / 626 654 630.

Martial arts classes for beginners to experienced levels with the first two lessons free every Monday and Wednesday from 18:00-19:00. Most languages spoken. Contact Nico Desmedt. Tel: 649 622 593.

Ideal for everyone, whether beginners or advanced, the Vinyasa Power Yoga classes will be held at the Sol y Mar Hotel Avendia Gabriel Miro from 20:15-21:30. Contact Nicole. Tel: 620 147 089.

Meetings for people trying to lose weight at Bar Pachitos, C/ Doctor Fleming local 2. Begins at 10:30. Team leader is Tracy Renolds.

Swimming lessons for all ages and abilities available all year round in a heated indoor or outdoor pool. Qualified A.S.A advanced teacher and coach. Contact Donna.Tel: 966 718 587.

The shop,in C/San José 14b, is open from 10:00-13:00 from Monday-Saturday. Recycle, save money and help a good cause! Contact Jeff or Valerie Carr. Tel: 966 423 048 or email Cuerpo_Denia@spa.salvationarmy.org.

At the Union Musical every night at 20:00. 'Wait Until Dark' by Fredrick Knott directed by Cherry Cabban. Widely regarded as one of the top suspense thrillers ever written, it originally starred Audrey Hepburn. Free parking next door. Tickets €10, including €1 donation to purchase special sensory stimulation equipment for Ryan, a 13 year old Javea boy with minimal sight, hearing and speech. Tickets at Humpty Dumpty, Javea Park or contact Mabel. Tel: 965 794 937.

Boat trips across the resorvoir in a boat fuelled with solar energy. A beautiful new way to see this pretty hill top village. Contact the Tourist Information Office. Tel: 965 885 385.

Meets at Hoops Bar Calle Garcia Lorca. For membership and event details contact Steve Jones. Tel: 669 340 528.

Modern dance classes every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at the Social Club in Catral. Various times.Contact Maxine or Adam for more details. Tel: 662 541 688.

Visits to the sites of breeding eagle owls and nightjars. Contact Julian. Tel: 962 854 374.

The Lions meet twice a month at the Hostal in Orba. New members are welcome. Contact Bob or John. Tel: 675 377 473 / 666 446 366.

Yoga sessions at the Sala de Actos in the town hall every Monday and Wednesday at 15:45 and 16:45. Tel: 965 973 370.

Learn to draw or paint in charcoal, pastels, oils or acrylics with classes every Monday and Wednesday from 15:30-18:30. Contact Claire Gourlay. Tel: 966 480 928.

The Cine Jayan in the port shows original version films from Sunday to Thursday every week. Contact Cine Jayan. Tel: 965 790 147.

Every Monday at 20:30 at Restaurant Alabrasa, Avnd. Tamarits 7, which is near to the Pla Hotel. Tel: 966 472 310 for reservations.

Every Monday evening at 20:00. Enric Peidro Quartet at the Geographic Bar, Paseo del Amanecer B8 on the Arenal. lassic Jazz tracks from the 1930's and 40's. Free entrance. Contact the Geographic Bar. Tel: 670 030 991 or 670 030 994.

Meetings for the Rotary club take place at the Los Leones Restaurant with lunch and a guest speaker. Commences 13:15 for 13:45. Friends are always welcome. Bookings accepted up to 17:00 on Wednesday. Tel: 965 795 421.

Church of England services at La Ermita del Popul are held every Sunday at 09:45 and Wednesday at 10:30. Bible study groups are held Monday and Tuesday. Tel: 965 771 792.

Badminton players meet at the Sports Hall at the port, Mondays 19:00-20:00, Tuesdays and Thursdays 18:30-20:00 and Sundays 09:00-11:00. Tel: 965 795 063.

Weight watchers meeting in English at L'Ancora Club de Tenis, Avenida de Paris 24. Begins at 10:30. Leader is Magali Fradet.

The club meets at Edificio Arenal 80 Bloque 1 Avenida Tamarits three mornings a week from 09:45-12:30. New members are welcome to join on Mondays and Thursdays.

Table tennis matches every Monday and Thursday at the rear of Super Value, 10:00-14:00 and 14:00-18:00. Tel: 639 771 341 / 617 020 636.

Learn to Latin dance at La Bamba's Asturias Restaurant. Sessions Monday at 19:30, Wednesday at 20:00 and Friday at 11:00. Contact Andrea or Brian. Tel: 616 478 157.

At the Orihuela Costa Resort on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00-13:00 and Mondays and Wednesdays from 18:30-19:30. Monthly fee of €40 for two classes a week, €6.50 per class. Contact Raquel. Tel: 630 689 431.

At the Orihuela Costa Resort on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 09:30-10:30 and Mondays and Wednesdays from 19:30-20:30. Monthly fee of €40 for two classes a week, €6.50 per class. Contact Raquel. Tel: 630 689 431.

Every Monday at Spencers Bar & Bistro on the Ctra. Moraira/Calpe 231 at 20:30. Prizes to be won and there is a special meal for €5 served between 19:00-20:00, (pre-book). Entry fee €2 per person. Contact Lorraine or John. Tel: 965 749 129 or 620 822 006.

Weekly meetings every Monday at the Los Leones Restaurant Sol Park from 11:00. New and visiting members are welcome. Contact Ed. Tel: 966 495 617.

Marie, a qualified yoga instructor, holds yoga classes at Panache Hair & Beauty Salon at 19:00. Contact Marie for bookings. Tel: 965 745 357.

The MABS Charity Shop Calle Jaumie II, on the corner of Avenida de Valencia will be open from 9:30-13:30 Monday to Saturday and will be an informal 'drop-in' place as well as a shopping venue. Donations of goods or volunteers warmly welcomed. Contact the shop. Tel: 646 706 706 or manager Glynis. Tel: 687 221 258 or email glynisthomason@hotmail.com.

Breakfast show on Coastfm Live across the Costa Blanca. Monday to Friday from 08:00-12:00. 96.3fm - 105.7fm and 90.3 fm. Contact Adam. Tel: 664 121 333 or email info@coastfmlive.com.

A painting course to be held by Antonio Parras Belmonte from the begining of March. To register contact the Centro Cultural. Tel: 965 609 053.

The Cine IMF Centro Commercial Portal de la Marina daily at 19:00, 21:00 and 23:00. Tel: 966 477 464 for schedules.

The club meets twice a month at the hostel in Orba. Contact Bob or John. Tel:675 377 473 / 666 446 366.

El Pescadito in Mil Palmeras is the venue for the Jazz Greats night every Monday from 19:30-22:30. Contact El Pescadito. Tel: 966 762 308.

This exhibition by Fernando Puente will be on show at Pedralba Dos Mil Museum of Modern Art C/ Bugarra, 37. Contact the Town Hall. Tel: 962 707 001.

Meeting every Monday at Aladdins Cave. 10:30-12:30. Contact Marion Tel: 969 462 121.

Tennis games at the Club de Tennis every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00-13:00 and Sundays from 11:00-14:00. All welcome. Contact Fred Moeling. Tel: 630 113 123.

Organised badminton games for all levels. Players meet at the Duques de Palma Sports Centre every Monday to Thursday 10:00-13:00. Monday games are reserved for players of a good standard and the rest of the week players of any standard can play. Six courts and a few badminton racquets available. Costs €2 or €3 to play. Contact John McGilvray. Tel: 966 786 774 / 695 871 707.

These classes are being offered as part of the programme of services from the town hall and classes are held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Municipal Sports Centre at 11:30. Contact the Sports Centre. Tel: 965 351 101.

The Vivace Choir is looking for new members to be able to expand it's range to larger and more complicated pieces. Any singers are welcome to go along and have a go! Contact Tom. Tel: 965 720 919 for more information.

Dance classes at La Bamba's Asturias restaurant on the N332 (next to the Go-Karts). Every Monday there is a dance from 19:30, Wednesday beginners 20:00-22:00 and Friday intermediates 11:00-13:00. €5 per session. Contact Andrea or Brian Tel: 616 478 157.

At Los Arcos Restaurant Avda. Baleares Monday nights at 20:30. Learn to modern jive, have fun and meet people. Three hours class. Cost €5 per class. Contact Maxine. Tel: 670 711 408.

At the Cine IMF Poligono San Jose there are original English language films shown. Tel: 965 705 414 for schedules.

Jazz Greats at El Pescadito in Mil Palmeras from 19:30-22:30. Tel: 966 762 308 for details.

Meet for information, advice or just a coffee and chat at The Centre Calle Paganini next to local police office, Urbanisation La Siesta. Open every Monday to Friday 10:00-13:30. Contact Tel: 966 786 887.

Scottish country dancing for all levels at Los Arcos Ballroom, Avenida Baleares. Beginners class 15:00 and general class 16:00-18:00. Contact Stewart or Wilma. Tel: 966 722 724 / 966 730 666.

For people missing training and playing rugby, Torrevieja Rubgy Club welcomes new members. Contact Eddy Davison or Jeff Davies. Tel: 658 356 213 / 690 766 927.

Permanent exhibition of paintings by the artist Vladimir Ksieski at Casa Monet C/ Serranos 10 bajo. Tel: 963 924 828.

The Palau de la Musica Paseo Almeda 30, presents this art exhibition entitled '1 + 1' daily in the Atrio Bambus. Free entry. Contact the Palau. Tel: 962 088 025.

Exhibition of paintings, engravings, manuscripts and documents from the 16th century at Palacio de Cervello, Tetuan 3. Tel: 963 525 478.

Exhibition of municipal historic files and records from 1729, and displays and records of Valencian medieval trade at Palacio de Cervello, Tetuan 3. Tel: 963 525 478.

The Palau de la Musica Polígono Alameda 30, in the Sala Exposiciones daily except Sunday. The exhibition contains 20 oil paintings by Antonio Moya featuring various interpretations of his life in Caracas. Contact the Palau. Tel: 963 375 020.

At the Palau de la Musica Polígono Alameda 30, in the Atrio Bambus daily except Sunday. This exhibition of sculptures by Susana Guerrero is called 'Para llamar a las fuerzas'. Free entry. Contact the Palau. Tel: 963 375 020.

At the Galería Kessler-Battaglia Pasaje Giner 2 bajo izda. Plaza de la Reina at 20:00. Gema Rupérez, Adolfo Siurana and Loli Soto provide the exhibits and the inauguration starts the show, with the paintings and sculptures on show until the middle of January. Contact the gallery. Tel: 963 920 285.

Live music, musical styles ranges from Blues to Funk to Reggae at the Black Note Club Polo y Peylorón, 15 from 22:00-03:30. Tel: 963 933 663.

Happy hour every Monday to Thursday night from 20:00-22:00 in the Lounge café bar. Selection of cocktails available with two for the price of one. Free internet access. C/ Estamiñeria Vieja 2, behind La Lonja. Tel: 963 918 094.

Young group meet at 18:00, older group at 21:00 every Monday and Friday at Iglesia El Pilar Calle Guillem de Castro nº 40-2b.

Friendly, open environment for you to practice your English or Spanish every Monday night at the Lounge café bar. All language levels welcome. C/Estamiñeria Vieja 2, behind La Lonja. Tel: 963 918 094.

3 and 1/2 hour guided tours of Valencia by bike (in Spanish and English) visiting the Turia Gardens, historical city centre and City of Arts and Sciences, leaving from their premises at Paseo de la Pechina 32 bajo izq, 46008 Valencia every day at 10:00. €25 including bike rental, guide and refreshments. Book in advance on 963 851 740.

Valencia's Silk Exchange, in the Plaza del Mercado, was declared a World Heritage Site in 1996 by UNESCO. It was built in the 15th century and features some truly magnificent architecture. The festival of Music, History & Art takes place here in late November. Open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10:00 to 14:00 and 16:30 to 20:30, Sundays and holidays from 10:00 to 15:00. Contact the Exchange. Tel: 963 525 478.

A dive school and activity centre offering diving trips and training at all levels. Also survival trips, canyoning and climbing. Contact the dive school. Tel: 966 810 107.

Villamartin golf course, designed by Paul Putman, was opened in 1972 and provides a 6132 meter 18 hole course to enjoy. Visitors contact the caddymaster to book times. Tel: 966 765 170.