Mi Coso Exhibition, Casa de la Aduana, Puerto de la Cruz

With so much history and culture surrounding Carnaval there’s a lot to cram in but this new exhibition has it all in miniature. Raman Avila from Puerto Rico has gathered together 1,000 iconic items that tell the story of Carnaval and they are gathered together at the historic Casa de la Aduana next to the Tourist Information office. Open daily from 10 am to 6 pm until 15 March.

Tenerife Symphony Orchestra Concert, 18 March

The Tenerife Symphony Orchestra has a world wide reputation and that is shown by the quality of guest artists that regularly appear with them. For this concert Christian Lindberg takes over as conductor and Deanne Decker is guest soloist on trombone at the Auditorio de Tenerife Adan Martin.

The concert starts at 8.30 pm and tickets range from 15 euros to 30 euros. Book in person at the Auditorium box office 10 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday and 10 am to 2 pm on Saturdays, or phone 902317327 from 10 am to 7 pm Monday to Saturday or on line from www.generaltickets.com/cajacanarias

Oscar Dominguez, Tenerife Painter’s Artistic Legacy At TEA Until 16 October

Oscar Dominguez – Una Existencia De Papel is a retrospective and a homage to La Laguna’s famous surreal painter whose bright vibrant interpretations made him a big name in the art world. Since his death in 1957 appreciation of his work has grown and it’s fitting that he should be a star attraction at TEA – Tenerife Espacio de Las Artes in Santa Cruz.

TEA opens daily (except Mondays) from 10 am to 8 pm and offers a modern exciting setting for traditional and more adventurous art. www.teatenerife.es

La Danza – TEA Film, 25 to 27 March

Award winning 2009 documentary showing life and art behind the scenes at the Ballet de La Opera de Paris. Directed by Frederick Wiseman it is shown in the original French with Spanish sub titles. Two showings a night at 7 pm and 10 pm, entrance 4 euros at TEA – Tenerife Espacio de Las Artes, Santa Cruz.

Plans For Tenerife Trains North & South At Los Cristianos Until 19 February

It’s one of the biggest projects ever put forward in Tenerife so it’s vital that the north and south train link plans are seen by as many people as possible so they can give their feedback. Tren Metro Tenerife have a mobile roadshow which is currently at Los Cristianos outside the Cultural Centre until  Saturday 19 February from 10 am to 8 pm.

The plans for the routes, journey times, technical data and environmental studies are all on display and two members of staff will be able to offer advice and answer questions in several languages. If you can’t get to the display there are 3 useful websites that contain full information and contact details. www.trenesdetenerife.com www.metrotenerife.com and www.tenerife.es/planes

Mark Kozelek Concert, Adan Martin Auditorium, 17 February

The American singer songwriter and former leader of Red House Painters, from Ohio brings his brand of folk rock to Santa Cruz. Starts at 9 pm, Book in person at the Auditorium box office 10 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday and 10 am to 2 pm on Saturdays, or phone 902317327 from 10 am to 7 pm Monday to Saturday or on line from www.generaltickets.com/cajacanarias

Breads Of The World Fair In Arico, 26 February

Bread is the staff of life and comes in so many wonderful varities, Tenerife has a proud tradition of bread making and will be showing of its finest from 5 pm to 8 pm on Saturday 26 February in Arico Nuevo. Visitors can see the process of making local bread and best of all taste and buy some of the best examples from Tenerife and around the World. the setting is Calle Benitez de Lugo, Villa de Arico, more details from 922768177 or at www.arico.es.

Tenerife Museums, Accessable To All

The museums of Tenerife offer a wide range of cultural and educational opportunities and the Cabildo (government) is determined to make them accessable to all sections of the community regardless of limited mobility or communication. The budget to upgrade the main museums has now reached 110,000 euros and the changes can be seen at Museos de la Naturaleza y el Hombre, Historia y Antropología de Tenerife y el Museo de la Ciencia y el Cosmos.

Systems such as video sub titling, and audio aids mean that everyone can enjoy the interactive nature of many exhibits. Entrances and exits, and lifts also provide help for those who may need it. Funding has been made thanks to a collaboration with special needs groups ONCE and IMSERSO:

Cabildo Old Photos Exhibition, Until 18 February At Palicio Insular

In the entrance hall to the main Cabildo building next to Plaza de España you can view a selection of antique photos evoking memories of many of the people who have worked at this important government centre over the years. The main participants are Javier Sicilia Ramos (Cafetería); María del Carmen Puertas González (Servicio administrativo de Transporte); Simplicio Díaz (conductor); Miguel Tarquis Rodríguez y Pedro Atanasio Sánchez Rodríguez (IASS); Mercedes Delgado Rodríguez (Servicio administrativo de asesoramiento al Pleno y a las Comisiones Plenarias); Silvio Valladares Oramas (Jubilado) y José Ramón Atalaya (Servicio técnico de Conservación y Explotación de Carreteras).

The display is open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 8 pm and Saturdays 8 am to 2 pm.

Juan Gopar,TEA Art, Era Asi, No Era Asi

Lanzarote artist Juan Gopar  presents a reflective look at his art career working in painting and sculpture. Originally from Arrecife his work has been shown in many venues and now holds court at TEA – Tenerife Espacio de Las Artes. Open dailt, except Mondays, from 10 am to 8 pm.

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