Castillo de San Cristobal – Now Open In Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is bursting with history, Castillo de San Cristobal was built in 1575 as one of the main strongholds against Tenerife invaders. It was demolished in 1928 but unknown to many, the base of the structure was still partly intact under Plaza de España and when it was dug up and remodelled in 2006, the historic foundations came to light.
Now after another major restoration the historic foundations are open to the public complete with the famous Tigre canon that put a hole in one of Nelsons invading armada during his failed assault of 25 July 1797. The Tigre is made of bronze, weighs 2,000 kms and is 3 metres long. There is a multi lingual display explaining the history of the castle and this part of Santa Cruz.
The FREE attraction is open in July, August and September from 11 am to 7 pm everyday except Tuesday. The rest of the year it opens from 10 am to 8 pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Ruta de la Brea, Arico Walk, Sat 31 July

Not just a great 3 km walk but also a journey into Tenerife’s past. This pine tree route will unlock the secrets of brea, a tar made of resin and greae and found in the heart of the pine tree, many boats relied on brea to bind them together.
The walk is rated difficult so bear that in mind and make sure you bring sturdy shoes, water, food, and sun cream. starting out at 9am from Plaza de Villa de Arico there’s a coach up to El Contador, and there the return route begins. There’s a rise of 300 metres and the walk wont finish until around 2pm or 3 pm. Most of all bring your curiosity, love of rural Tenerife and a camera to capture some superb images of a hidden side of the island.
To join in call 922768177 or email aedl@ayuntamientodearico.com

TEA Film – Two Lovers – 13 to 15 August

Joaquin Phoenix is caught between Gwyneth Paltrow and Vinessa Shaw in this 2008 romantic drama set in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn.
Shown in the original English with Spanish sub titles, there are two nightly showings at 7 pm and 9.30 pm. Entry is 4 euros.

Romantic Bolero Nights

Title: Romantic Bolero Nights
Location: Los Cristianos harbour
Description: Come and enjoy live music under the sun, moon and stars at these FREE musical treats and discover the diverse range of music that is popular in Tenerife. There will be seating for 3,000 people (on a first come basis) at the old wharf at Los Cristianos harbour.
From 9pm a host of top international artists like Fabiola Socas, famous local folk group Mestisay and Nauzet will seduce you with music and dance under the musical direction of Francisco Delgado Garcia. Bolero is a much loved favourite in the Canary Islands due to the influence of Latin American and Cuban music.

Organised by the Cabildo’s  South Delegation it will pay tribute to well known local figures from the music scene. Everyone is welcome, visitors and residents and it’s a treat for all ages.

Here is the full programme of events for your enjoyment.

Friday 20th August

9:30 pm  NOCHES DE BOLERO
Featured performers

José Manuel Ramos
Sergio Núñez
Chago Melián
Nauzet
Alma de Bolero
Alba
Beatriz Alonso
Alexis Miranda
Pepe Barrios

Backed by 18 musicians under the direction of Pancho Delgado with arrangements by Jeremias Martin and Pancho Delgado. Seating first come first served.

Saturday 21st August

15:30 pm  CLAVE DE SON

Popular Cuban music performed by Canarian band Clave de Son. There will be no seating just for this concert and you are invited to get up and dance.

21:30 pm OLGA CERPA – MESTISAY

Top Canarian band Mestisay close the festival with a selection of songs from the heart. Seating provided but limited so arrive in good time. Seating first come first served.

Start Date: 2010-08-20
End Date: 2010-08-21

Nelsons Attack On Santa Cruz – 24 & 25 July

On 25 July 1797 Lord Nelson and the British fleet attacked Santa Cruz but were repelled by the Tenerife forces. This historic act is commemorated each year with re-enactments of the major clashes of the attempted invasion and this year the action plays out in dramatic style with reproduction uniforms and weapons used by both sides in La Gesta.

Saturday 24 July
Noon till 2pm – British troops arrive by sea at the Castillo San Juan (next to the Auditorium) and meet fierce resistance. It was during this attempt that Lord Nelson lost his arm after being shot.
8pm – Battle at Plaza Iglesia de la Concepcion and in defence of Calle la Noria
9-45pm – British surrender at Plaza Isla de Madera.
Sunday 25 July
Noon – Formal surrender of British troops by Captain Troubridge to the Spanish Governor of Tenerife, Juan Antonio Gutierrez, in the Plaza Candelaria

A History Of Canarian Wrestling – Museum of History & Anthropology

One of the finest local sporting traditions, Canarian Wrestling has a long and popular history. Now at the Museum of History & Anthropology at Casa de Carta, La Laguna you can view a slice of history through the Luchas Rosario club.
Until mid September this club,founded in 1943, will illustrate the sports history and some of the great sporting champions it has produced. To the uninitiated it’s a more refined form of sumo that takes place in a sand circle, usually in a terrero building. Not just about brute strength, it involves skill and tactics as two opponents try to outwit each other.
The museum in Carretera Tacoronte is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 7pm.

Tenerife Lan Party, 20 – 25 July

The annual new technology fair, last year it attracted 15,000 visitors. Already this year over 800 inscriptions have been received for the event. Presented by the Tenerife Cabildo and Innov 7 it features 60 courses and conferences as well as a huge choice of cutting edge display stands.
The Recinto Ferial is on the main road into Santa Cruz, Avenida de la Constitucion and there is parking for 500 cars. open daily from 11am to 9pm. More info at the website www.tenerife-lanparty.com

Tenerife Lan Party

Title: Tenerife Lan Party
Location: Recinto Ferial, Santa Cruz
Link out: Click here
Description: The annual new technology fair.Features 60 courses and conferences. Open daily from11am to 9pm.
Start Date: 2010-07-20
End Date: 2010-07-25

England’s Trish Johnson Wins The Tenerife Ladies Open Golf

England’s Trish Johnson captured her 19th career victory as she edged Frenchwoman Virginie Lagoutte-Clement by a shot at the Tenerife Ladies Open.
The 44-year-old started the final round with a three shot lead and fired a final round of 70 to complete 72 holes on the Buenavista Golf course in 14 under 274.
It was Johnson’s first win since the 2007 BMW Ladies Italian Open and followed a tie for second at the previous week’s Portugal Ladies Open. It was her 16th title on the Ladies European Tour, as she also has three victories on the LPGA.

It’s fantastic. I’d like to say I thoroughly enjoyed the day but I’ve got to be honest: I didn’t really,” said Johnson, who went out in level par 36 after two birdies and two bogeys on the front nine.
“The first five or six holes I played great tee to green but my putting was very suspect and I was just trying to trust it. Really I was pretty lucky, because the back nine: ten I played so badly, putting it out of bounds. I holed a fantastic bunker shot; (then) holed a putt from off the green on 11 for a par. I was hanging in a little bit.”
Tied for the lead with Lagoutte-Clement at the turn, Johnson slipped a stroke behind Anne-Lise Caudal after 13 holes, but regained her advantage with back to back birdies on the 14th and 15th holes.
At the par-four 16th, she hit her tee shot over a low wall, out of bounds, but the ball pitched on a footpath, bounced twice and returned over the wall.
Making the most of her good fortune, Johnson took two pars on the 16th and 17th holes and had a two stroke lead with a hole to play.
Lagoutte-Clement had a chance to tie for the lead with an eagle putt at the par-five last, but her ball slipped past the hole.
Despite hitting her tee shot into a fairway bunker, Johnson holed a six-footer for par and took the €41,250 first prize.
“They say it’s the luckiest one that wins and that was me today,” said Johnson, who earned a place at this month’s Evian Masters.
It was only her sixth start on the Tour this year, after she took the first four months of 2010 off, with tendonitis in both elbows.
“When something like that happens you always think on the bad side but in all honesty in 23 or 24 years I don’t think I’ve ever had four months off, certainly not out of choice, and perhaps it’s not a bad thing at this stage of my career to have a bit of rest,” she said.
“The arms felt pretty good today, very good, obviously, and I just keep my fingers crossed that they stay that way.”
Lagoutte-Clement shot 68 and took second place at 11 under par, with her compatriot Anne-Lise Caudal (67) a stroke back in third.
Italian Veronica Zorzi, who shared fourth place with Germany’s Anja Monke, was one of the three players to qualify for the Ricoh Women’s British Open as the leading three players not otherwise exempt for the Major Championship.
Sweden’s Nina Reis, who tied for seventh with the halfway leader Melissa Reid, also earned a place at Royal Birkdale, as did Frenchwoman Caroline Afonso, who tied for ninth with Australian Karen Lunn and Scotland’s Vikki Laing.

FINAL RESULTS
1. Trish Johnson (ENG) 67 71 66 70 = 274 (-14)
2. Virginie Lagoutte-C. (FRA) 67 70 70 68 = 275 (-13)
3. Anne-Lise Caudal (FRA) 68 71 70 67 = 276 (-12)
4. Veronica Zorzi (ITA) 69 68 68 69 = 279 (-9)
Anja Monke (GER) 70 69 71 69 = 279 (-9)
Lee-Anne Pace (SA) 72 72 69 66 = 279 (-9)
…
7. Melissa Reid (ENG) 66 70 72 73 = 281 (-7)
14. Florentyna Parker (ENG) 71 74 69 70 = 284 (-4) 17. Kiran Matharu (ENG) 73 71 66 75 = 285 (-3)

More information and full results: www.tenerifeladiesopen.com

Canarias Jazz y mas Heineken

Title: Canarias Jazz y mas Heineken
Location: Santa Cruz & Puerto de la Cruz
Link out: Click here
Description: Check individual dates for concert details.
9th July – Ceu & Funkfarria
10th July – Frank Gambale
12th July – Dee Dee Bridgewater
13th July – Miguel Zenon Quartet
14th July – Angelique Kidjo
15th July – Jacques Schwarz Bart Quartet
16th July – Gerald Toto
17th July – Gonzalo Rubalcaba Trio
18th July – Marcus Miller
Start Date: 2010-07-09
End Date: 2010-07-18

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