Staying Local

LOCAL MARKETS ARE BACK IN TOWN

The traditional weekly street markets are returning with stalls selling only food. There are new social distancing rules and hygiene measures to allow the stalls to welcome back the public.

The stalls are spread across the area to leave 2.5m between them and separated with a pathway for shoppers. Only stall holders - wearing gloves and masks - are allowed to touch food and produce on sale. The areas will be disinfected before and after the events however, the markets will open on their normal hours, 08.00 to 13.30.

The use of masks and gloves is recommended.

The markets could have changed from their usual place so please contact the local authorities to confirm their current location.

LIBRARIES ARE NOW OPEN

Libraries have reopened but with strict procedures. Gloves and masks are mandatory at all times.

Items that are being returned, such as books and dvds´ will be placed in a container and disinfected with virucidal then stored for 14 days before being opened.

Each container will be marked with the return date and 14-day quarantine date, after which it will be safe to return the items onto the shelves.

Those wanted to borrow items will not be allowed to browse but instead will have to request the items from staff, who will fetch them. During this period, users can reserve items via phone or email so that they can be ready for collection. Find out at your town hall about your nearest library and their new rules.

ALFAZ DEL PI

NORDIC WALKERS ARE BACK!

The Nordic Walkers Club of Alfas have resumed their outdoor activities after 2 months of lockdown.

They meet twice a week, every Tuesday and Thursday, from 8pm until 9pm.

Nordic Walking is a sport that makes 90% of the body'´s muscles work – around 600, increases general flexibility and strengthens the immune system. Recommended for all ages the sessions are limited to a maximum of 15 people and use of masks is mandatory.

For more information or to book your slot call 629 816 197

CARTAGENA

THE RETURN OF THE ROMANS

Cartagena’s Roman forum district – which includes the archaeological remains of the thermal baths, the banquet hall and the temple of the goddess Isis – is open again to visits. City hall noted that the site has been chosen as it stands in the open air and two-metre social distancing can easily be observed. The Roman forum district will be open in June from Friday to Sunday. Tickets cost €4 – or €8 including the museum of the Roman theatre.

DENIA

AUTOCINE DRIVE-IN REOPENS

This drive-in cinema in Denia is the first film theatre in the region to reopen.

Entries cost €5 per person and will cover both films, but the car