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    Málaga alternative: Giraffes can dance

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    A new children’s space in Málaga called ‘Giraffes can Dance’ is an activity centre for children of all ages, a place they can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and creative play space to interact with each other, play games and take part in one of the many workshops that are organised there. ‘Giraffes can Dance’ is also an educational space where children can learn safely and confidently in an atmosphere of respect and mutual assistance. The centre also offers talks and workshops for parents looking to … Continue reading

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    Gerardo Pizarro – ancestral Shamanic Wisdom

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    The shaman and trustee of the family lineage of ancient wisdom brings his purification ritual ‘mesa’ to the West. While leaning on the objects that make up the ritual ‘mesa’, Gerardo Pizarro invokes the forces of nature, as did his ancestors in the Mochica civilization for over a millennium. Freed from the shackles of daily routine for a few hours, participants are immersed with the shaman in a healing energy field with unique properties. The room is flooded with a great sense of power from … Continue reading

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    Book. The Accidental Psychic by Mark Bajerski

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    From his centre in Mijas, Mark tells the story of his remarkable journey from auctioneer to shopkeeper to psychic spiritual healer with an openness and honesty that draws the reader in to the world of spirit and hidden mystery. The chapters recount many of the experiences Mark has had with his clients over the years and provide an astonishing insight into the power of tapping into this world of spirit, the accuracy of the readings, the knowledge that can be gained and the help provided … Continue reading

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    Festival Arte Sano – a healing and performing arts festival on the beach

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    The popular alternative festival Arte Sano will once again be held on July 27 & 28 on the Paseo Marítimo, San Pedro Alcántara

    The festival will be made up of:
    1. An active and dynamic marketplace with a range of stall holders showcasing and selling their products, projects and innovative businesses. In the festival we’ll be bringing together artesans, therapists, eco-producers, natural and organic products, natural health, complementary medicine, social collectives and the arts.
    2. Workshop and educational activities, of many different kinds and all totally FREE … Continue reading

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    Festival Internacional de Arte Marbella prepares for their 5th Successful Year

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    Organisers of Southern Spain’s largest outdoor art festival, Arte Marbella, are preparing for their 5th edition. It will be held at the Parque de la Alameda and Avenida del Mar in Marbella, from 20th to 23rd June and promises to be bigger and better than ever.

    This free, three day event offers an amazing opportunity to view the works of more than 60 talented artists, as well as enjoy a packed entertainment program and gourmet food in a stunning location. It is widely recognised as the … Continue reading

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    School of Images – Dr. Catherine Shainberg in Marbella

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    The School of Images aims to teach the use of imagination for transformational purposes. Their belief is that this primary global language has the capacity to unify communities while empowering the individual. Established in New York by world imagery expert Dr. Catherine Shainberg, the school derives its methods from early Jewish, Sephardic and Mediterranean teachings, tracing a lineage back to Isaac the Blind of Provence, France, and Jacob Ben Sheshet of Gerona, Spain, who practiced the Kabbalah of Light in the early 13th century. Dr. … Continue reading

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    Natura Málaga

    Natura Málaga returns in May for another professional fair celebrating healthy living and sustainable development in Málaga’s Palacio de Congresos. La Chispa will be there to cover the event and readers are invited to visit our stall and find out more about the latest developments in alternative Andalucía. What else will be on offer through the weekend?
    Over 90 stalls will be exhibiting ranging from natural cosmetics to organic food to holistic therapies to renewable energy – something for everyone interested in eco-holistic living. Around the … Continue reading

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    Dance Camp Spain

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    More Alpujarran activity, this time for all ages, as the third Dance Camp Spain is launched with a massive weekend programme for everyone who likes to move and groove. Held in a dedicated dance space in the countryside near Orgiva offers a chance for a weekend of eco-friendly camping and loads of dancing of all kinds. Running from May 22 to 26 there will be live music performance and of course, every kind of dance class and workshop. African rhythms, belly dance, Bollywood, salsa, … Continue reading

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    Riding the Creative Impulse

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    Each encounter, whether in the world or with something bubbling up from within, is a moment of potential change. Every encounter is filled with tension. Your beliefs about
    tension and change shape both how you experience such encounters and how you deal with them.

    The movement of change is the continual dance of shifting tensions. Tension is neither good nor bad, it is simply what is so. The question is: how can I work harmoniously with the tension of life?

    A great technique that helps to balance … Continue reading

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    Lingualoca – Language learning with a difference

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    Looking for something different this summer? How about a language camp with a difference? Bridie Jackson, director of Lingualoca, believes that children can learn through play and creative activities and has developed a complete programme to put her ideas into action. “At Lingualoca we work from the principle that with engaging activities, creative practice, fun and friends, we can support each individual’s language learning needs,” says Bridie. When we are interested, happy, creating, rewarded and encouraged, learning is no longer an action. It becomes a … Continue reading

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