Railway Association Inauguration

An important date for all those interested in the history of the area and the Railway,´The Friends of Zurgena Railway¨ on Saturday 7th December at 1100 in the Plenary room of the Town Hall.

As many of you are aware there is a very strong connection between English engineers and the developement of the railways, here in Southern Spain, and in particular the Almanzora valley. It is a fact that these villages would never have existed had it not been for the railway.

We have organised a talk by the relative of the foremost photographic chronicler of the Railway in this area, Gustavo Gilman. After the meeting we will adjourn for a chat and a drink in a local bar.

This occasion will also serve as our launch of the Friends of Zurgena Railway Association. We will inform the meeting of our aims and desires for the developement of the Renfe area with regard to the future and seek to garner more members. 

This is an important stage in advancing the project and we hope to get as many people as possible to support, and become involved in it. A second stage meeting will be held early in 2020  at which members of the association will invite many local people who worked on the railway to give their experiences and memories.

So if you have a bit of spare time a week on Saturday come along and find out about the past, present and future of the Renfe/Railway of this area and enjoy a drink and a tapa with us after the meeting. It would help if we had an idea of numbers so if you can (although not obligatory) please let me know if you intend to attend. (jimszurgena@gmail.com or whatsapp on 610194260).

Water Interruption Palaces

Thursday there will be an interruption to the water supply in the municipality that will affect the neighbourhood of Palacés between 10.00 and 13.00 hours. The reason is due to the works on the new autovia.

Live Performances in Bars

There has been much speculation and rumours being spread regarding the situation of live performances in bars.

 

The facts of the matter are as follows. To legally hold any live performance in Andalucía the premises need to have a music licence. Obtaining such a licence can be an expensive process as it involves sound proofing, health and safety alterations etc. which many bar owners feel is prohibitive and/or uneconomic.

 

The only other way to hold such events legally is to obtain Town Hall permission for an exceptional occasion of which a maximum of 12 are allowed in any one year for any one premises. To obtain this permission the bar owner needs to provide to the Town Hall, an architects report covering fire and safety issues (relative to their premises), sufficient 3rd party insurance and a licence to open as a bar. If these are in order then permission can be given.

 

These requirements are the law in Andalucía and apply to all towns.

 

The Town Hall of Zurgena is therefore ensuring that both the bar owners and the TH comply with the law, avoid fines or other sanctions and also, more importantly, to ensure the safety of any customers.

 

 

Bowling Club Open Day

The Bowling Club of Zurgena are to hold a free open day for anyone who wants to come along and try out the game. The day is free and is an opportunity for you to see if it a sport for you, to make new friends and enjoy a new activity. 

Flamenco Evening and Aguilas Trip (Cancelled)

Another (the 4th) fantastic evening of traditional Flamenco courtesy of Francesca Girone and her colleagues.
The theatre was sold out and there was not one empty seat in the theatre. As usual supported by the Town Hall of Zurgena. Below are links to 2 clips the first of the 10 year old star Estrella an the second by Francesca Girone herself. Just short clips to give a flavour.

Estrella Dance


Francesca Dance

It is with regret that we have had to cancel this Saturdays trip to the Railway Museum in Aguilas. There were insufficient numbers to make it worthwhile. I will reorganise for the New Year. I have informed all those who registered an interest and if you have paid please call in at your convenience to receive your refunds. 

Last Chance and Xmas Lights Comp

A reminder IBI bills must be paid before 20th November otherwise your bill will attract penalty charges. If you have not received your bill call in and see Andreas or myself to get a copy of your bill.

For the past 2 years we have had a Xmas lights competition for homeowners. Before we decide to have another competition this year we need to see if there is enough interést in such a competition. if you would be interested in decorating your home with Xmas light and taking part in a competition then please let me know asap. if there is not interest obviously we will not organise it.

A Few Dates for Xmas events

The following are local events organised in the run up to Xmas.

Events for the children

Friday 13th December 1600 Papa Noel Old Town Hall (Post Office)

Sunday 22nd December 1530 Christmas tree decorating Plaza del Olmo

An event for children and the elderly is the Day of Reposteria (Cake Shop) Monday 23rd December in the Plaza del Olmo.1100 x1300.
On this date local people bring their own decorated or home made cakes for others to share. All are welcome to bring their own home baking.

Carol Singing in Glorieta December 21st at 21000 hours.

Aguilas Museum Trip

We have organised a trip to the Railway Museum at Aguilas for the 23rd November leaving the old petrol station at 0900. Sorry for the delay in organising this trip but Maria Angela, who was organising it, fell ill and is not now working at the TH.

The price of the trip is 28 euros per person (the Town Hall is not subsidising the trip) The Price includes transport, guide, entrance and lunch.

In order to arrange the transport  I need to know likely numbers asap. Can you please let me know if you wish to go on this trip. Spaces will be prioritised for members of the association but if there are spaces left it will be open to non Railway Association members.

The menú is

1. Salad
2. Starters Puff pastry pie or homemade goose pate
3. Paella
4. Dessert and coffee
One drink included

Remembrance Day

All welcome.