FEB 28, MARCH 1, 7 & 8

Radio One Marratxi's English programmes won't be broadcast for the next two weekends, as the station is providing a full broadcasting service in mallorquín during Marratxi's traditional Fira del Fang (ceramic and pottery fair) – now in its 25th year.

If you've never visited the Fira del Fang, make this the year that you go. There's lots on offer and you'll be able to see potters demonstrating the skills that have made Marratxi the centre of the island's ceramics production.

The Fira del Fang is held at Ses Tres Germanes (Ctra Inca, km 8,5) and runs until Sunday, March 8. Entrance is free and it's open daily from 10am until 8.30pm. For more information call 971 788 100.

We'll be back with English programmes from Saturday, March 14.

¡Hasta pronto!

Jan

GIVE IT SOME WELLIE FOR ELLIE

On yesterday's show I spoke to Peter Ledwidge of the Mallorca Golf Academy. Recently moved to new premises in Palma Nova, they now offer something unique for the island's golfers: a custom-built laboratory with the latest technology, designed to help players lengthen their drives.

To celebrate Mallorca Golf Academy's move, they're offering a one-hour driver "launch monitor session" for half-price, ie 25 euros, instead of the usual 50 euros, for ONE WEEK from March 1st.

Take advantage of this special offer and you'll be helping a little girl called Ellie, who's almost two and has spent most of the last nine months in hospital, on medication and undergoing transfusions. Doctors have not yet been able to diagnose what's wrong with this beautiful little child, who is certainly a fighter, and there's an active fundraising campaign to enable doctors to do more specialist tests to diagnose and treat her.

At the end of each one-hour session, Mallorca Golf Academy asks you to donate ONE EURO for every extra yard they can add to your drive – and that money goes to Ellie's Fund.

Book your place now by calling 971 681 833 or 669 188 050 – you'll improve your golf driving skills and help little Ellie.

A NEW WAY TO NETWORK

In business? Our sister station Luna Radio launches The Luna Launch Club this Friday, February 27, giving you the chance to meet others in business on the island. Whether you have your own business, are an entrepreneur or self-employed, you´ll be able to enjoy some meaningful networking time, over tapas, canapes and drinks.

The event takes place at Mood Beach, Portals, between 13.30 and 16.00hr.

Cost is 15 euros, to include food and drink, and places should be reserved
by email to lunalunchtimeshow@gmail.com or call Vicki McLeod on 649 090 886 for more details.

Enjoy!

Jan

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 - WALK ON!

On Saturday, February 14, there's a sponsored dog walk taking place in the north of the island - and you're invited to take part. Organised by OLGA - the Old League of Gentlemen of Alcudia - the walk departs at 10.30am the from "Bridge to Nowhere" in Pto Alcudia, along the coastline to Ca'n Picafort, and back (a total distance of 18 kilometres). All money raised is going to Victoria's Animal Refuge, so that they can rebuild their dog homing centre, which was recently devastated by floods.

OLGA has already presented 750 euros to the charity and hopes to raise a lot more through the sponsored walk.

Get your sponsorship form from Bar Oceano (which is offering some fun prizes for the event), from the Refuge charity shop or the Talk of the North office in Pto Pollensa.

If you don't have a dog but would like to take part, there are plenty of dogs available for you to "borrow"!

Read more about this event on www.totnmallorca.blogspot.com.

SATURDAY 7th & SUNDAY 8th FEBRUARY

I'm sitting in for Oliver Neilson this Saturday (who'll be sitting in for me next Sunday, 15th). We'll look back at some of the week's news and events here on Mallorca and back in the winter wonderland that is Britain. There'll be weather, sport and, of course, loads of great music.

On Sunday, find out all about OLGA . . . no, not a sultry Russian temptress, but an organisation that raises loads of money for really deserving causes! John McGuire, president, and Malcolm Williams of the Old League of Gentlemen of Alcudia will join me in the studio.

And Ann MacDonald, editor of the fortnightly freesheet Talk of The North, brings us up to date with life in the north of the island . . . at the earlier time of 10.15am.

Catch you then,

Jan x

WORLD YOGA DAY - SUNDAY FEBRUARY 8

Sunday, February 8 is World Yoga Day and all around the globe between 11am and 1pm (local time) yoga sessions will be held to raise funds for a community in Zimbabwe.

Yoga and fitness instructor Sarah Gooderson is leading Mallorca's World Yoga Day session at Viva Sports at Son Caliu (above Mercadona).

There's no fee to take part, but you're invited to make a donation to this year's humanitarian cause.

Simply turn up this Sunday around 10.45am for a 11am start. Wear comfortable clothes and take a blanket to make the most of the relaxation session at the end. And enjoy being part of a global yoga session, knowing that you'll be helping people in Zimbabwe. More information: www.world-yoga-day.net

Sarah is also leading a weekend yoga retreat for the Mallorca Ladies Club in May. There are eight places remaining for the retreat, in the inspirational setting of the monastery at Randa, May 15-17, 2009.

For more information: www.mallorcaladiesclub.com

BLOOMING LOVELY!

Age Concern's annual Almond Blossom Excursion is on Tuesday, February 10. The excursion includes coach travel and lunch out for 24 euros per person.

For bookings, or information about pick-up points etc, call Jude on 971 262492 after 10am. Book early!