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Guided tour of Begastri archaeological site, Cehegin North Murcia, Sat and Sun 17th and 18th July
Sunday 18th of July 2010
Event type: Daytime
The archaeological site at Begastri, Cehegin is open every Saturday and Sunday from 9am-1.30pm.
This is an interesting site in the North of Murcia which is currently undergoing works to construct a new visitor centre which will enable visitors to discover more information about the site without the need for a guide. Until that happens, visitors are able to visit this site on a saturday and sunday morning to view the progress being made in these excavations.
{image2}The Begastri archaeological site has been the subject of archaeological excavations for many years now and covers an extensive area, 2km from Cehegin in an elevated position in an area known as Cabezo Roenas , close to the course of the Rio Quipar.
The site sits on a rocky outcrop, and the town would have been protected by a 5mtr thick wall surrounding the settlement.
Strong evidence exists of the original Iberic settlement, but it was the arrival of the Romans who converted the town into an important defensive outpost and constructed substantial public buildings, the town of res publica begastresium cultivating international trading links with the greeks and roman settlements throughout Europe, evidence existing of substantial wealth and international trade.
{image3}The era of Visgoth occupation saw the town increasing in importance and size, and during the 7th and 8th centuries became the centre of muslim power in the area, but following a series of revolts in the 8th and 9th centuries, it fell into a slow decline and there is clear evidence that by the 13th century it had been completely deserted.
For directions to the site, go to the
Oficina de Turismo
Plaza del Castillo 1
Cehegin
Tel 968 723 550
Santiago speaks excellent english and is very helpful and friendly. He is also able to arrange overnight accommodation if you are going to the north for an overnight stay.
Fiestas in Leiva, Sunday, paella, games and entertainment
Sunday 18th of July 2010
Event type: Daytime
Local fiestas are taking place this coming weekend in the little village of Leiva, within the Mazarron district. These are great little fiestas with everything from migas making competition, musical entertainment and Encuentro de Cuadrillas on the Friday night. If you've not been to an encuentro before, they're a local musical group, performing traditional country music. They're very infectious and relaxed, and if you live locally is something well worth going to.
Sunday 18th July
11am. Concentration of classic cars and motorbikes, with breakfast provided for all who turn up in either a classic car or bike.
Taking place in La Casa Colora.
2pm. Giant paella
4.30pm. Put on your bikini and prepare to get wet, enjoy the "war of water."
5pm. Caliche competition
7.45-8.30 Games of all sorts including ribbon race on motorbikes, which includes hooking ribbons over poles from the back of a bike- great fun and very dangerous.
10pm. Performance by Juan El Sevillano and his dance group.
11 Pm Prize draw.
00.30am. Fireworks
Once a year chance to visit the Cueva Negra, Caravaca de la Cruz
Sunday 18th of July 2010
Event type: Daytime
Important pre-neanderthal remains have been found in the excavations of the Cueva Negra, Caravaca de la Cruz
The Region of Murcia holds some extremely important archaeological sites, amongst them the Cueva Negra at la Encarnacion in the municipality of Caravaca de la Cruz, and the Sima de las Palomas in the Cabezo Gordo of Torre Pacheco, both of which are being excavated under the directorship of Professor Michael J. Walker of the University of Murcia.
Both sites hold very important information about the development of the human race, and the Neanderthals who inhabited these areas, and both have yielded substantial materials which are of special importance to the archaeologists studying their density and use of local natural resources.
On Sunday 18th July, Professor Walker is leading a visit to the Cueva Negra in La Encarnacion. where remains have been found dating back 800,000 years, considerably earlier than they were originally believed to be
Within the last two archaeological summer seasons rodent remains have been found which date back more than 500,000 years, and teeth which were believed to have been Neanderthal, are now believed to belong to Homo heidelbergensis, the precursor of the Neanderthal, making the site a very valuable source of information for researchers.
The site is only excavated during the summer months and attracts students from across Europe, who take part in field schools, with some financial support from the Ayuntamiento of Caravaca de la Cruz.
The cave is only open to the public on this one day a year, and the site in Torre Pacheco also holds an open day, usually a couple of weeks later.
Anyone who would like to visit the cave is invited to be at the door on the church in La Encarnacion at 10am on Sunday 18th, where they will be escorted to the site of the cave.
It is advisable to wear strong walking shoes and a hat, and carry water together with a snack.
San Javier Jazz Festival
Sunday 18th of July 2010
Event type: Evening
The 13th edition of the San Javier Jazz Festival, which this year will honor the memory of the late Will Deville, offers a very attractive program for all blues and jazz lovers. The Festival comprises 21 concerts spread throughout 12 nights, beginning July 2nd and ending on July 31st.
The program includes some Jazz greats like guitarist and singer George Benson, Dianne Reeves, Chucho Valdés with his new ensemble The Afrocuban Messengers, the Bobby Hutcherson & Cedar Walton Quintet, and the return to San Javier of the great accordionist Richard Galliano and his Tangaria Quartet.
Ticketing information.
To reserve or purchase tickets or season passes for the festival contact the festival offices at the following numbers:
0034 968 19 15 88 or 0034 968 19 15 68
or you may write to the following email address: festivales@sanjavier.es
Office Hours
Monday -Friday from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm and from 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm - Saturdays from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm
The San Javier Festival Offices are located on the groundfloor of the San Javier Municipal Hall building. If you wish to arrive by automobile you may use the underground pay parking located by Municipal Hall Square, or you may also use the Municipal Auditorium parking lot.
Click for map, San Javier Town Hall
You may also purchase your tickets at the following locations:
Discos Carrot's Cartagena, Tel 968 522 080
Servicaixa www.servicaixa.com
THE BIG BARGAIN, 10 NIGHT SEASON TICKET IS ONLY 100 EUROS(Excludes Chris Isaak and George Benson nights. )
For full programme, click San Javier Jazz Festival
Programme for the San Javier Jazz Festival 2010
Sunday 18th July
Los Bluesfalos, 9pm
Tickets 12 euros
Standard bearers for blues sung completely in Spanish, the Bluesfalos are known throughout Spain as a classic act of blues rock in Spanish. Their echoes have reached the best blues magazine in the world, Living Blues, edited by the University of Mississippi, which has published many positive reviews about this group from Murcia. Not much more can be said to blues aficionados in the region of Murcia regarding this group, who is a staple of musical nights in many parts of our geography, and who will finally debut in Jazz San Javier in what they hope will be a long remembered concert.
Two giants of contemporary music, guitarist and singer Robben Ford and saxophonist Bill Evans; two great fusion specialists and old friends of the San Javier Jazz Festival, team up with a new project which fusions blues, country and jazz. They will be joined by an all-star band which includes banjo virtuoso Ryan Cavanaugh, the brilliant Cameroonian bass player Etienne N'bappè, who for many years formed part of The Zawinul Syndicate, and the spectacular drummer Toss Panos, who amazed us during his previous performance alongside Robben Ford and Larry Carlton. It will be a very interesting concert for blues and jazz-fusion lovers
U2 Tribute act at Twist, Roldan
Sunday 18th of July 2010
Event type: Evening
Twist at Roldan is an exciting music and entertainments venue which offers quality acts in comfortable and stylish surroundings, with regular catered events and the facilities for private functions and special occasions.
During the forthcoming months they are hosting a superb variety of quality acts, with something to suit all tastes.
All of our live events are FREE ENTRANCE starting at 9pm
Advance bookings will guarantee you reserved tables for excellent show meals starting at 7.30pm
HOUSE SPIRIT DRINKS AVAILABLE including mixer for only 3.50 Euros
Twist is located on the edge of the Poligono Industrial in Roldan, so is just a short drive away from the La Torre Golf Resort and in a central location to be reached very easily from most of southern Murcia. Look on the F21 and you'll see the Twist Bar marked.
Click here for a map or call 673 282 707 for more information
Tickets can be booked online via their website , click Twist Roldan or in person, and here are just some of the great acts coming up over the next few weeks:
Sunday 18th July 'U2 - Bono Tribute'
Tickets 18.00 Euros - Child 9.00 Euros
Includes 2 course show meal to be announced
Jumilla, Music in the Bodegas series 18th July
Sunday 18th of July 2010
Event type: Evening
The Musica entre vinos series continues for three more weeks with events taking place in the bodegas of Jumilla.
Music and fine wine is a combination which is always guaranteed to work, and this programme aims to introduce both residents of the area and visitors to the different Bodegas throughout Jumilla.
The events all begin with a tour of the hosting Bodega, followed by a musical concert featuring an eclectic selection of musicians, and a tasting of a selected wine from the host Bodega, with accompanying tapas snacks.
Tickets may be purchased in advance at slightly reduced rates, or on the day.
For more information about the events or about the Jumilla area in general, contact the tourist office on 968 78 02 37
18th July, Bodega Hacienda del Carche
12 Midday, visit to the Bodega
1pm. Presentation to those who have promoted the music in the bodegas promotion
1.30pm Concert given by the BANDA JUVENIL A.M. JULIAN SANTOS
2.15pm Wine tasting
Tickets 8 euros in advance, 10 euros on the day
Bodega tel number 968 108 248
Fiestas of Virgen del Carmen, San Javier, Maritime procession
Sunday 18th of July 2010
Event type: Evening
Fiestas del Virgen del Carmen, from 9th -18th July 2010
Most of the events in these fiestas are celebrated in the Explanada Barnuevo at Santiago de la Ribera,
Click here for map, Explananda Barnuevo
Click here for Full Programme of Fiestas of the Virgen del Carmen, Santiago de la Ribera
18th July
At 9.30am. Procession maritime.
The image of the Virgen del Carmen is taken on a marine procession, in the fishing boats she protects. She is taken onto the boat at the Playa de Barnuevo, put on at the fishing wharf, and taken out by the fishermen. These are lovely, festive occasions, as the boats which accompany her on her journey are packed to the brim with people, and decorated with ribbons, flowers or festive decorations.
Following the procession, the fishermen pay homage to the fisherman of the year.
At 10.30pm, there's a dance with mobile disco at the Explanada Barnuevo, free of charge.
Text by www.simplynetworking.es What's on, Where to go and What to do in the Region of Murcia.
The Arches, Los Alcazares, Free entertainment, Enigma, singing duo
Monday 19th of July 2010
Event type: Evening
The Arches Café Bar at Los Alcazares has a vast selection of events throughout the coming month, all of them free and all offering fantastic entertainment. There really is something to suit all tastes, with comedy, rock and roll, classic rock, country and western, sounds of the 60's and several excellent female vocalists.
During the winter the events are held indoors, but now that the summer evenings are such a pleasure, the events have all moved outside.
The Arches will continue to offer superb value meals and drinks, with all the regular favourites such as chicken and chips or barbequed spare ribs, as well as a full selection of drinks.
The Arches is located on the Oasis centre, just around the corner from the English Butchers. Click here for full information, a map and details of the food they offer, Click The Arches
19th Monday, Enigma Singing Duo
20th Tues Jimmy Mac Rock n Roll
21st Thursday Shirelle Female vocals and sax
22nd Thurs the Little Rock Band Rock covers
24th Saturday Chris Johnson Male Vocals and guitar
26th Monday Steve Fairness Male Vocals
27th Tuesday Justin Sane Comedy
28th Weds Lucinda, Female vocalist
30th Friday Pat Martin Sounds of the 80,s
31st Saturday Lyndon "B" Comedy Tribute
Mazarron guided walk, from bolnuevo-the puerto
Monday 19th of July 2010
Event type: Evening
Mazarron , Senderismo, beach walks and historical walks, all free
Mazarron tourism office will be running their normal programme of summer walks, which aim to show visitors and residents some of the natural beauties of the area, as well as some of the historical attractions of the area.
All the walks are free , must be booked with the tourist office 24 hours in advance and are subject to a minimum of 5 people participating.
All participants are urged to carefully select footwear and appropriate attire, as the monitors are instructed to turn away anyone arriving to participate in a 3 hour walk across rugged terrain wearing a pair of flip flops, and asked to carry water, snacks, suncream and hats, even for the evening routes.
Please make sure you book, particularly for the Bolnuevo-Puerto de Mazarron routes, as the return is by tourist train and places are limited.
Call the tourist office on 968 594 426
For map, Mazarron tourist office, Plaza Toneleros, Click here
Most of these routes are repeated several times throughout the summer, so we'll post all the dates a couple of weeks at a time for you.
You'll find quite a lot of information about the historical sites of Mazarron in the Where to go section, Click here for places to visit in Mazarron
Monday 19th July
Nocturnal route, Bolnuevo-Paseo maritime del Puerto
This walk is from Bolnuevo , along the coastline to the Puerto de Mazarron. The level of the walk is described as being easy, the only uphill climb being to the viewing point by the lighthouse, where there will be a break for those wishing to sit and eat a sandwich, whilst admiring the great views this point affords.
Participants are taken back to Bolnuevo in the tourist train, so for this reason places are limited to 45 people and prior booking at the tourist office is essential.
The meeting point is at 8.30pm in front of the Oasis Bar at Bolnuevo.
Click for map, Oasis Bar, Bolnuevo
The Arches, Los Alcazares, Free entertainment, Jimmy Mac, Rock and Roll
Tuesday 20th of July 2010
Event type: Evening
The Arches Café Bar at Los Alcazares has a vast selection of events throughout the coming month, all of them free and all offering fantastic entertainment. There really is something to suit all tastes, with comedy, rock and roll, classic rock, country and western, sounds of the 60's and several excellent female vocalists.
During the winter the events are held indoors, but now that the summer evenings are such a pleasure, the events have all moved outside.
The Arches will continue to offer superb value meals and drinks, with all the regular favourites such as chicken and chips or barbequed spare ribs, as well as a full selection of drinks.
The Arches is located on the Oasis centre, just around the corner from the English Butchers. Click here for full information, a map and details of the food they offer, Click The Arches
20th Tues Jimmy Mac Rock n Roll
21st Thursday Shirelle Female vocals and sax
22nd Thurs the Little Rock Band Rock covers
24th Saturday Chris Johnson Male Vocals and guitar
26th Monday Steve Fairness Male Vocals
27th Tuesday Justin Sane Comedy
28th Weds Lucinda, Female vocalist
30th Friday Pat Martin Sounds of the 80,s
31st Saturday Lyndon "B" Comedy Tribute
Mazarron guided walk, tour around Mazarron
Tuesday 20th of July 2010
Event type: Evening
Mazarron , Senderismo, beach walks and historical walks, all free
Mazarron tourism office will be running their normal programme of summer walks, which aim to show visitors and residents some of the natural beauties of the area, as well as some of the historical attractions of the area.
All the walks are free , must be booked with the tourist office 24 hours in advance and are subject to a minimum of 5 people participating.
All participants are urged to carefully select footwear and appropriate attire, as the monitors are instructed to turn away anyone arriving to participate in a 3 hour walk across rugged terrain wearing a pair of flip flops, and asked to carry water, snacks, suncream and hats, even for the evening routes.
Please make sure you book, particularly for the Bolnuevo-Puerto de Mazarron routes, as the return is by tourist train and places are limited.
Call the tourist office on 968 594 426
For map, Mazarron tourist office, Plaza Toneleros, Click here
Most of these routes are repeated several times throughout the summer, so we'll post all the dates a couple of weeks at a time for you.
You'll find quite a lot of information about the historical sites of Mazarron in the Where to go section, Click here for places to visit in Mazarron
Tuesday 20th July Historic tour around Mazarron Visiting the Casas Consistoriales, Castillo de los Velez and the mines of Mazarron. Strong shoes recommended as the paths around the mines area are very uneven. Walk time approximately three and a half hours, with return back to the start point. Meeting time 6pm in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Mazarron. Click for map, Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Mazarron
Free guided tour of modernist, Cartagena, 21st July
Wednesday 21st of July 2010
Event type: Daytime
Right throughout July and August, the MURAM, Regional Museum of Modern Art, are giving free guided tours of the interesting modernist buildings which give Cartagena its' characteristic elegance.
The modernist movement was fuelled by the expansion in wealth during the late 19th century as industrial development worldwide consumed vast quantities of minerals, mined in the Cartagena area, from mines which were owned by the elite, who used their vast wealth to build houses in the latest style, the modernist style.
Cartagena is full of these elegant buildings, with their distinctive curves, dramatic wrought ironwork and designs which were daring and revolutionary, breaking the mould and creating something which had its own unique feel.The secret is in the detail, sensuous curves, carefully designed wrought iron, carving, moulding, glasswork, every detail counted.
Leading the architects in Cartagena was Victor Beltri, who produced several outstanding buildings throughout the city, and left his own distinct stamp on the face of modern Cartagena.
These tours will be held every Wednesday and Saturday throughout July and August, leaving at 10.30am and 12.30pm, and are completely free.
The MURAM are happy to accommodate English speaking visitors, but need a minimum of 10 people to book an English speaking tour guide, and want to try and keep the group size to about 15 people. The main MURAM guide does speak english, so if she's leading the tour she'll be able to help you and give some commentary in english on any day. Just make sure they know you're english when you book.
To book, contact Tel number 968 501 607
Email muramcartagena@gmail.com
For more info about the MURAM , click MURAM
For more info about the current exhibition in the MURAM, by Jose Parraga, click here
The Arches, Los Alcazares, Free entertainment, Shirelle female vocals and saxophone
Wednesday 21st of July 2010
Event type: Evening
The Arches Café Bar at Los Alcazares has a vast selection of events throughout the coming month, all of them free and all offering fantastic entertainment. There really is something to suit all tastes, with comedy, rock and roll, classic rock, country and western, sounds of the 60's and several excellent female vocalists.
During the winter the events are held indoors, but now that the summer evenings are such a pleasure, the events have all moved outside.
The Arches will continue to offer superb value meals and drinks, with all the regular favourites such as chicken and chips or barbequed spare ribs, as well as a full selection of drinks.
The Arches is located on the Oasis centre, just around the corner from the English Butchers. Click here for full information, a map and details of the food they offer, Click The Arches
21st Thursday Shirelle Female vocals and sax
22nd Thurs the Little Rock Band Rock covers
24th Saturday Chris Johnson Male Vocals and guitar
26th Monday Steve Fairness Male Vocals
27th Tuesday Justin Sane Comedy
28th Weds Lucinda, Female vocalist
30th Friday Pat Martin Sounds of the 80,s
31st Saturday Lyndon "B" Comedy Tribute
Welcome group monthly dance
Wednesday 21st of July 2010
Event type: Evening
The Welcome group are based in Mazarron and are a friendly, sociable group which extends the hand of Welcome to anyone who either lives in the area or has recently moved to the area and would like the chance to meet a new circle of friends.
All their events are run at extraordinarily competitive prices and are designed to be fun and entertaining, not profit making, although any surplus funds are donated to a variety of local good causes. As well as dances, they arrange trips away, bookswap and monthly sociable petanca events.
The money that has been raised has been donated to various charities and good causes including MABS (Cancer Support Group), Contra Cancer in Murcia, ASPADEM (School for Children/Young Adults with Disabilities in Mazarron), Louise Willgrass Tsunami Fund, Children in Need, Equipment for local playgroups, British Carnival Group, books and sports equipment for local schools, providing air conditioning for new community hall at local village, trophy for Mazarron Football team, providing equipment for Brownies/Guides Group and more.
At this time we continue to insure the MABS (Cancer Support Group) car,we are also continuing to sponsor the MABS phone Helpline
Welcome meet monthly to arrange tickets for their forthcoming events which are always very popular and heavily subscribed, so anyone wishing to find out mor is welcome to come along to the meetings and find out more, or call Rosemary on 620 105 179.
Although the group are taking an events break in August, tickets for their October events will go on sale then, so put the dates in your diary if you're interested and make a point of going to the next meeting.
JULY, WEDNESDAY 21st.
JULY DANCE
Held at Mariano´s Camposol,
This will be an outside event,held around the pool area.
A great nights entertainment,we welcome back the fabulous RICKY POWELL
Joining him will be MARTIN ROSS,plus Disco.
Tickets on sale from 1st May meeting onwards,Price 5€.
There will be FOOD AVAILABLE at this dance if booked when purchasing tickets.Price 5€
Tables can be reserved at time of purchase for parties of 2 or more.
Petanca on Wed 28th July 2010.
Last Wednesday of every month at the Petanca Lanes, Mariano´s Camposol,
4.00pm start from May.
Entrance 2€ for Non-Members or 1€ for Members.
All monies collected will be paid out on the day. Come along, nothing serious, just enjoy a fun afternoon.
Membership yearly: 4€ per person.
For information, contact Les on 968 131 880 or
Rosemary on 620 105 179.
Rondalla performing free in the gardens of Alhama, 21st July
Wednesday 21st of July 2010
Event type: Evening
Alhama de Murcia are running their annual programmes of free musical events in the gardens of Alhama and in its pedanias, districts throughout the summer.
Each week on a Wednesday evening a performance by a local Rondalla will take place in Alhama itself, in one of the many garden areas which are dotted throughout the town.
Rondallas are traditional musical groups who perform at local events. They're composed of several performers, traditionally with a variety of stringed instruments, namely the guitar, the mandolin and the lute. There's usually at least one singer and although Rondallas were traditionally string only, many incorporate percussion as well.
The word rondalla comes from ronda, which is a serenade.
Groups like this are certainly known to date back well into the 16th century, although the phrase rondalla is certainly 19th century.
It's really nice music, relaxing, comfortable and easy on the ear, and you'll find it very comfortable sitting listening to this. It's very Spanish, but very easy on the ear.
21st July, Aires de espuna
Performing in the Jardin de Santa Barbera at 10pm
( this is in the top left hand corner of Alhama, between Calle Bravo and Calle Santa Barbara., Click for map, Jardin de Santa Barbara.)
The concerts are free.
Mazarron guided walk, senderismo route
Wednesday 21st of July 2010
Event type: Evening
Mazarron , Senderismo, beach walks and historical walks, all free
Mazarron tourism office will be running their normal programme of summer walks, which aim to show visitors and residents some of the natural beauties of the area, as well as some of the historical attractions of the area.
All the walks are free , must be booked with the tourist office 24 hours in advance and are subject to a minimum of 5 people participating.
All participants are urged to carefully select footwear and appropriate attire, as the monitors are instructed to turn away anyone arriving to participate in a 3 hour walk across rugged terrain wearing a pair of flip flops, and asked to carry water, snacks, suncream and hats, even for the evening routes.
Please make sure you book, particularly for the Bolnuevo-Puerto de Mazarron routes, as the return is by tourist train and places are limited.
Call the tourist office on 968 594 426
For map, Mazarron tourist office, Plaza Toneleros, Click here
Most of these routes are repeated several times throughout the summer, so we'll post all the dates a couple of weeks at a time for you.
You'll find quite a lot of information about the historical sites of Mazarron in the Where to go section, Click here for places to visit in Mazarron
Wednesday 21st July
Senderismo Route, Barranca de los Algezares
A surprising route as its' proximity to the urban centre of Mazarron gives no indication of the beauty of the countryside near to the town. The first part of this route is easy, but the second part is harder. This walk can be split into two, so participants can stop after the easy part.
Own transport essential. Meeting point BP Petrol station on the N332 between Mazarron and Puerto de Mazarron . Time TBC with tourist office when booking. Evening. 3 hours approx
