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Hondon De Las Nieves Tour (YouTube Video)
Posted by admin in Hondon Leisure, Hondon Tourism on 29/10/2011
… a typical Saturday morning (market day) in Hondón de las Nieves….
Fiesta Time !! – Program for Hondon De Las Nieves
Posted by admin in Hondon Dining, Hondon Leisure, Hondon Tourism on 25/07/2011
Enjoy the Fiestas! Hondón de las Nieves Fiestas! Our Fiestas!
Below please find the Fiestas Programme for Hondón de las Nieves (1st – 7th August) and other events, such as the Medieval Market and Fayre (13th & 14th August).
Official printed programmes for the Fiesta are also available from the TOWN HALL now.
Programme for the Fiestas in honour of the Patron of
HONDON DE LAS NIEVES – 2011/2012
WEDNESDAY 3 AUGUST
09.00 Ringing of the bells.
09.30 Pasacalles (walk around) with “Dolçaina i el Tabalet” group.
13.00 Nos vamos de Tapeo (Let’s go and have some tapas). * Bar Trencaclosques.
19.00 Floral Offering to Our Lady, Virgen de las Nieves.
It will start at the Municipal Library with Les Fondoneres, Authorities, Fiestas Committee and people in general, wearing traditional regional customes and will proceed towards the Parish Church, accompanied by our Musical Band.
20.00 Solemn Mass, singing by the Rondalla Municipal and attended by les Fondoneres and Authorities.
21.00 Regional Dancing by the dancing group of Hondón de las Nieves accompanied by the Rondalla Municipal, Plaza de la Villa.
24.00 Musical Show: KARINA. Sponsored by Excma. Diputación Provincial.
24.00 Barraca Popular (party in the school ground).
THURSDAY 4 AUGUST
09.00 Ringing of the Bells.
09.30 Cycling Ride, from the Plaza de la Villa (Main Square) to La Canalosa, where all participants will be invited to a “almuerzo” (midmorning snack). There will be a draw of two bicycles.
13.00 “Nos vamos de Tapeo” (Let’s go and have some tapas). * Restaurante La Font.
19.00 Walk around the decorated streets of our village with Les Fondoneres, the Fiestas Committee and the Charanga (music group), paying tribute to the senior citizens.
23.30 Serenade to Our Lady, Virgen de las Nieves by the CAM choir groups “Magdala” in the Plaza de la Villa. Sponsored by the CAM Social Work programme.
24.00 Barraca Popular (party in the school ground), “pincha discos” (d.j’s) of our municipality will provide the music.
FRIDAY 5 AUGUST:
MAIN DAY OF OUR FIESTAS, DEDICATED TO OUR PATRON LADY, LA VIRGEN DE LAS NIEVES.
09.00 Ringing of the Bells.
10.00 Pasacalles (Walk around) with the music band of our village,Unión Musical.
12.00 HIGH MASS with the local choirs, La Rondalla & Coro Municipal, attended by Les Fondoneres, Authorities, Guests, Fiestas Committee and people in general.
13.00 “Nos vamos de Tapeo” (Let’s go and have some tapas). *Pub “Las Rocas”.
21.00 Solemn Procession of Our Patron Lady, Virgen de las Nieves. Accompanied by Les Fondoneres, Authorities, Fiestas Committee and people in general, as well as our music band, Unión Musical and the band from Aspe, “Ateneo Musical Maestro Gilabert”.
24.00 Verbena (musical evening) in the Plaza de la Villa with “La Creme” music group.
24.00 Barraca Popular (party in the school ground).
SATURDAY 6 AUGUST
11.00 A 13.00 “Water games” in the under cover court of the
Polideportivo Municipal (sports centre).
13.00 “Nos vamos de Tapeo” (Let’s go and have some tapas). * Bar Central.
18:00 Game of “Pelota Valenciana” C/ Ramón Cremades
23.00 Theatre: “Dos tontas en apuros” by the group Kimana Producciones, Plaza de la Villa. Sponsored by Excma. Diputación Provincial.
During the week of the Fiestas, there will be a tournament of “tanganilla”. Those interested please see Francisco Alpera Tenza
SUNDAY 7 AUGUST
11.00 VII “Paella d’arròç i conill amb caragols” Competition. (Paella of rice with rabbit and snails)
There will be two categories for the competition:
- Youngsters up to 25 yrs old.
- from 26 yrs old onwards, no age limit.
This competition will take place in the street where the schools are. The Fiestas
Committee will provide firewood, chairs, tables and drinks. Organized by the
Asociación de Amas de Casa and sponsored by the Fiestas Committee.
21.30 Music Band Concert, Plaza de la Villa. Unión Musical de Hondón de las Nieves.
OTHER ACTIVITIES
WEDNESDAY 10 AUGUST
22.00 h. Night Walk to the Los Evangelistas spot (La Vella) Organized by the Centro Excursionista. Departure from Plaza de la Villa
THURSDAY 11 AUGUST
19.00 XXII Descent from Hondón – Aspe. Departure from Mayor street.
FRIDAY 12 AUGUST
20.30 Talk on Astronomy
23.00 Moon Party . Organized by CIDAM in the terrace of Aula de Cultura.
SATURDAY 13 AUGUST
18.30 Opening of the “Medieval Market – Medieval Fayre” in the plaza San Juan and nearby streets.
21.00 After the Novena finishes, Singing to Our Lady.
24.00 Mariachis in the Plaza de la Villa. Sponsored by Herman y Marijke (to celebrate their X anniversary as hondoneros)
SUNDAY 14 AUGUST
18.30 Medieval Market. Closing at 01:00 am approximately.
01:00 Correfocs (running with fire). As per usual itinerary.
SATURDAY 20 AUGUST
19.00 IX Urban Running Race “Fondó de les Neus”. Departure and registration Calle Nueva.
THE FIESTAS COMMITTEE 2011/2012 WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR PARTICIPATION AND HOPE YOU ALL ENJOY OUR PATRON’S FIESTAS.
Spring at Veintiocho Restaurante
Posted by admin in Hondon Dining, Hondon Leisure, Hondon News on 07/04/2011
The popular restaurante “Veintiocho 28″ in Hondón de los Frailes has just announced it’s Spring menus…
Call them for more details 626 676 891.
Spring changes at Veintiocho include:
Sunday Morning Specials: Each Sunday through April / May 10.30 > 11.30 you can get a Bacon Roll or Sausage Roll for only €2.50.
New Menus: We are changing both our snack and Al a Carte menus from April… come check them out!
BBQ Nights: From May 9th we will be offering our popular BBQ every Monday 6.30 til 9.30pm
Afternoon Teas: new for this year… the first Wednesday each month why not come and join us for afternoon tea. This includes: Pot of teas, a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches (inc’ smoked salmon), homemade cakes, a scone with fresh cream and preserve. Only €8 Euros… we recommend booking.
Father’s Day 19th June: Book your table early… this is always popular lunch and dinner!
Special Occasions: And don;t forget if you have a celebration we can cater for your party (formal or buffet style).
Fiesta Time: Hondon Dance School
Posted by admin in Hondon Leisure, Hondon Tourism on 23/11/2010
Fiesta Time: Medieval Market in Hondon Valley
Posted by admin in Hondon Leisure, Hondon Tourism on 23/11/2010
2010 Hondon de las Nieves, The Medieval Market, July 2010 | Created and Uploaded by wimkuyps.
Hondón Trucha: Trout Fishing in Hondón
Posted by admin in Hondon Leisure, Hondon Tourism on 17/11/2010
Then this will get you hook, line and sinker !!
HONDON TROUT FISHERY
Trout farm Hondon Trucha in Hondón de las Nieves opens again on 8th November. Start at 08.30. Prices are the same as last year. For more information please check our website www.hondontrucha.com .
Well the trout season is now OPEN, so get yourself down to the Hondón Trucha (Trout Fishing) only a few minutes from Hondón de las Nieves, for fishing with floater , fly, spinning or barbless hooks is allowed.
Hondón Trucha is open every morning between 08.30 – 13.00. (Afternoons only by reservation). You can hire all the gear if you don’t have your own.
And this season Hondon Trucha have organized various fly fishing competitions two times a month. They also allow camping in your own tent or caravan on the plot during the whole year. Be sure to read the ‘House Rules’ too !
Check out out their website: http://www.hondontrucha.com/ / Google Map location. Also see the Leader about fees.
Party, Party at the Poppy Ball
Posted by admin in Hondon Leisure, Hondon News on 02/10/2010
The Royal British Legion for Hondon Valley are organising a Poppy Ball Dinner & Dance for 5th November…
and EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
It’s a chance to raise money towards the 2010 Poppy Appeal in support of serving and ex-service personnel of the Armed Forces.
The venue, Las Palmeras in Crevillente with it’s large and beautiful dining room and where the staff are always friendly and join in the fun, making this a sure-fire lively night!
There is comedy entertainment with Paul Melba, a respected Comedy Impressionist, wine, food and dance + a prize raffle. Rachael from TKO Radio will provide the music.
Dress Code: Minimum dress, collar & tie, DJs optional… It’s a rare chance to dress up, so don’t miss out.
Details/Tickets Contact: Poppy Appeal Organiser Wendy on 666 023 815 or email: poppy.hondonvalley3577@gmail.com
or visit the web site for Royal British Legion in Hondon.
Hondon de los Frailes Patron of the Virgen de la Salud
Posted by admin in Hondon Leisure, Hondon News on 07/09/2010
Ok you just missed the amazing summer fiestas in Hondón de los Frailes in celebration for it’s patron “The Virgin of Health”.
This includes the Floral Offering, Mass Procession in honor of the Virgin, Wet (water & foam) Party, Street lights and music, bands and local food plus this year the Grand Parade of Chariots on Saturday 28 August. This annual event is usually at teh end of August… and just about EVERYONE turns up !!
It truly is a credit to such a small village that makes this local community quite special from 26 to August 30, 2010 | More info: City of Hondon de los Frailes | Paper Blog
Cross-Country Running Event
Posted by admin in Hondon Leisure, Hondon News on 20/08/2010
As well as cycling, running is popular with the locals in Hondon Valley. As is normal in the summer (crazy in this heat!!) there are eight events of “Cross Urban” in and around Hondon de las Nieves organized by the neighbourhood association and Sports Centre. These events are held in other nearby towns too. This August saw approximately 400 enthusiastic runners of all ages taking part. it’s a great community event, a good atmosphere and the opportunity to meet with friends.
