Easter Lunch

HELP Murcia Mar Menor, a local charity run by volunteers, is holding an Easter lunch on Wednesday April 16. The lunch will take place at 2:00pm at Bar Restaurante Aquilino in San Pedro del Pinatar.

Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy a good meal and friendly company. The Menu del Día costs €12.90 and includes bread, salad, a drink, and more. It’s a nice way to spend the afternoon and support the charity at the same time.

HELP Murcia Mar Menor provides support to people in the local area, and events like this help raise funds and bring the community together.

If you’d like to join the lunch, please let Joan Mitchell know by Monday April 14. You can book your place by calling the office on 968 570 059. It’s a simple and enjoyable way to meet others and support a good cause this Easter.

Festival of Soul

THE 7th Soul and Motown Festival will take place on Saturday, May 31, at La Serena Golf in Los Alcázares (Avenida Príncipe Felipe, 30). It’s part of a weekend full of music and fun, all to help raise money for prostate cancer research.

The first festival was held in 2016 and has grown into one of the best-known soul events on the Iberian Peninsula. Every year, it brings people together to enjoy live music, sing along to Motown favourites, and dance the night away.

This year’s event promises more great performances, a friendly crowd, and a feel-good atmosphere. Whether you’re a big soul music fan or just looking for a fun night out, it’s a great way to enjoy the start of summer.

Now in its seventh year, the festival is a time to enjoy good music, support a good cause, and remember how far it’s come since it first began. A great night for a great reason and one not to miss.

Spring Fair

THE Age Concern Spring Artisan Fair is happening on Saturday, April 12, from 11:00am to 3:00pm at Mariano’s on Calle Madrid, Camposol. Entry is just €1, and there will be plenty to see and do.

Visitors can browse a variety of arts and crafts stalls, featuring handmade jewellery, vintage clothing, and greeting cards. There will also be a tombola, a raffle, and refreshments to enjoy. It’s a great chance to pick up unique gifts and support a good cause at the same time.

The event helps Age Concern Costa Cálida, a local charity that supports people over 50. They offer advice, services, and a friendly space at their Social Centre in Camposol (Sector C, 2b Avenida De Los Covachos, Mazarrón). Their mission is to promote respect, well-being, and dignity for older people in the community.

If you’d like more information or to book a stall, contact Sarah Standland at 0034 602 637 842 or email sparkle.eventsbysarah@gmail.com. Come along for a fun day out, find something special, and help a fantastic charity!

Singing Together

PILARMONICS has been working hard over the past year to get ready for the BIBA (Barbershop of Iberia Association) competition in Calpe. Though a small group, the members are fully dedicated to each other and their love for singing A Capella. They enjoy what they do and share that joy with the audience.

Most of the members are also part of Sparkle and Shine Remix, an online mixed chorus. They practice at home using teaching tracks sent by the directors, send in auditions, and meet on Zoom. Once a year, they come together at the BIBA Convention to compete as an International chorus, with members from England, Ireland, and Spain.

Being part of Pilarmonics is not just about singing, it’s also a chance to socialise. The group meets every Thursday at 6:45pm at the Dolores Community Centre to rehearse. They also enjoy getting together for meals, and these often end in more singing, celebrating the power of music.

If you’d like to join Pilarmonics, check out their Facebook page or give them a call at 695925574.

Nestbox Workshop

IF you want to help improve the habitat for the Cerceta Pardilla, don’t miss the upcoming workshop this weekend. It will take place at the Centro Cultural de Mazarrón, where you can learn how to build nest boxes for this rare bird. The Cerceta Pardilla, also known as the Marbled Teal, is a small, endangered duck species found mainly in wetlands in Spain. It has become a symbol of local conservation efforts due to its declining population.

The workshop is part of the Life Cerceta Pardilla project, a collaboration between ANSE (Asociación de Naturalistas del Sureste) and the Mazarrón town hall. It will be held on Saturday, April 12, from 10:00am to 12:30pm at the Centro Cultural de Mazarrón. To sign up, just email voluntariado@asociacionanse.org.

This is a great chance to get involved in local wildlife conservation and make a difference. Whether you’re experienced or new to volunteering, your help is appreciated. Come along and support this important cause!

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