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20th Ironman in Lanzarote 2011 – Saturday 21st May
An unrivalled test of strength, character and mind-body excellence. The motto says it all: “Normal limits do not apply”. Nowhere else is the awesome power of nature to create and to destroy more apparent than on Lanzarote. One of the seven Canary Islands belonging to...
Elections Sunday 22nd May
As you know, the Municipal Register is the guideline used to draw up the Electoral Roll, and being listed in the Foreign Residents Electoral Roll in Spain is required. Where to vote? On the day of voting, voters should go to the Polling Station (Colegio Electoral),...
How and where to vote in Lanzarote
In general, voting is universal, free, equal, direct and secret. Voting in Spain is not mandatory, therefore sanctions are not imposed on those who do not vote, even though they have previously declared their desire to do so. Voting is performed in Polling Stations...
Why Should I Vote in the Lanzarote Local Elections?
Lots of people are asking "Why should I vote?" and there are a number of reasons why voting is important. The truth of the matter is simple........ when you don't vote, you let others speak for you. We are fortunate to have fair and democratic methods in place for the...
The electoral campaign before 22nd May
We are in the middle of the political campaign, not only in Lanzarote but in all Spain, as it began a week ago, on the 38th day after the call for elections, and lasts for 15 days. The campaign concludes at midnight of the day before the voting day and every party...
Short Mat Bowls – Tias
Anyone that is interested in short mat bowls should go along to the Sociedad in Tias next Thursday 19th May 2011, as they are having their first meet there. If you would like any further information please contact Shirley Saunders on 928 515 221 or...
Lanzarote visits London’s Canary Wharf tomorrow
More good news! I only learnt yesterday that Lanzarote and the other participants at a ‘Taste of Spain‘, will hit London’s Canary Wharf on Thursday 12th May and Friday 13th May 2011, from 12pm to 20pm. There will be a Lanzarote stand there - Please check...
Junior Cricket Festival, Puerto del Carmen
The Lanzarote Cricket Association are holding The Junior Cricket Festival on Sunday 15th May in the footbal ground in Puerto del Carmen. It will be a great day out with prizes and fun for the kids as well as a free barbecue for all participants and their parents It...
Meeting with Carmen Gonzalez on Wednesday 11th May, Playa Honda
Carmen Gonzalez would like to invite all English speaking residents of the San Bartolome municipality to a meeting on Wednesday 11th May at 6pm in Friends Bar, Playa Flor Bungalows, La Concha, Playa Honda. Carmen is the Coalición Canaria candidate for the Mayor of San...
Europe Day in Lanzarote
Today is Europe Day and to celebrate it there is an event being help in Plaza de las Naciones, Los Pocillos, Puerto del Carmen. On Monday 9th May at 19:30 there will be a celebration for Europe Day in the Plaza de las Naciones in Puerto del Carmen. The consular...
Excercise at Lanzarote Sports Centre in Arrecife
No excuse! “Ciudad Deportiva Lanzarote” opens the registration period for summer activities for adults, and the fees make it really easy! This service, supplied by the Sports Area of the Cabildo de Lanzarote, offers activities designed for adults for the summer...
Lanzarote Rocks – 30th April 2011
A big THANK YOU to everyone that came down and supported us at Lanzarote Rocks on the 30th April 2011. We were having a great day but unfortunately at 8pm the rain came down and stopped it from carrying on. This meant that a large number of acts that had come down to...
Intercambio – Language exchange this evening
A good opportunity to practise Spanish with native speakers in a relaxed atmosphere while helping them to speak more fluent English. See you this evening at 5.00 at Friends Bar in Playa Flor Complex, La Concha, Playa Honda.
Charity Event – Go Karting San Bartolome, Lanzarote – Sunday 8th May
Next Sunday (8th May) starting at 3pm there is a charity event being held at Go Karting San Bartolome. It is a Gran Prix and involves teams of 2 people racing against other teams to see who comes out as the winner. Every driver is guaranteed to drive 30 laps of the...
Who are Calor y Café?
Calor y Café are a non-profit association based in Arrecife, their doors are open to help those in need, whatever the reason. The charity was formed back in September 1996, now Sor (Sister) Ana together with a total of 22 volunteers offer many different...
Johnny The Razor
Johnny The Razor aka Mick Tilbury is one of the artists performing at Lanzarote Rocks on Saturday 30th April. Mick has been coming to the island of Lanzarote for the past 30 years and finally made the move to become a resident a couple of months ago. He’s pictured...
Flexible pet ownership
Would it be ideal for people who live in Lanzarote on a semi-permanent basis? Will it ever be introduced in Lanzarote, do you think? "People who love spending time with dogs but can't manage full-time ownership can now join a flexible pet ownership program." Flexpetz...
World Book Day in Costa Teguise
World Book and Copyright Day (also known as International Day of the Book) is a yearly event on April 23rd, organized by UNESCO to promote reading, publishing and copyright. 23rd April is a symbolic date for world literature - on this date in 1616, Cervantes and...
This Week
Here's this week's roundup of what we've been doing at Lanzarote Business Association. Silvia has attended two medical appointments to translate for different clients, one to the Centro de Salud in Tías and the General Hospital in Arrecife. She also attended a...
Who are Tinguafaya?
We´d like to introduce you to Tinguafaya, one of the charities we´ll be raising funds for on April 30th at Lanzarote Rocks. Tinguafaya Association develops a program of Leisure, Recreation and respite care, working with the members of the group (children and youth...
St. George’s Day Party – Lanzarote
For the second year running, St. George's Day on 23rd April will be celebrated here in Lanzarote in style, at Montana Tropical Commercial Centre in the old town of Puerto del Carmen. Those who were there last year will remember the fabulous day of food, drink, music...
Book Fair in Arrecife, Lanzarote
AFOL (Asociación de Familias Oncohematológicas de Lanzarote) will have a stand in La Plazuela, Arrecife (behind the Post Office) in the Feria del Libro taking place on 28th April. They will sell second-hand books, so if you want to donate some, don´t hesitate: take...
Zombie (L)ove – an up and coming Lanzarote band
Zombie (L)ove - this band are from Lanzarote, despite their short history, have already made several concerts around the island and are slowly making their way around the archipelago. The band, formed in July 2010, consists of Camy Tardieu, voice, Jonathan Cariaga, on...
This Week
It's been a busy week in the Lanzarote Business Association office...... Lynsey has been working hard on finalising details for the Lanzarote Rocks concert including merchandising, charities, competitions and artists for the event. Silvia has accompanied a member to...
IMPORTANT INFORMATION for Voting in the Lanzarote Local Elections
The upcoming elections are important to all of us who live on the island, but are you registered to vote? Having a Certificado de Empadronamiento does not necessarily mean you are! Some seats in this election will be decided by as few as 20 to 30 votes, so your vote...