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Today is International Women’s Day. It is a day that celebrates women’s achievements in the world, past and present. Most women today can enjoy freedom, rights and jobs, thanks to those who fought for equality in the past. But remember that in some parts of the world that is not the case, and many women still suffer in silence.
Remember the work of women around you and respect their role in society.
It’s carnival time again and although the weather is very cold in Galicia, many people love to dress up in different costumes and go out to celebrate. It’s great fun and it’s amazing to see so many different costumes, some traditional, some classic and some that are incredibly original.
It could be as simple as a hat, a wig or some extra make-up or a complete costume that has been put together with great skill and attention to detail. You can see whole groups or families that have dressed up to represent a theme.
Congratulations to everyone who takes part in this big celebration!!
Today is Valentine’s Day and we all think about the people we love, but what about animals. Here is a great selection of “Animal Love” photos. They are soooo adorable!
Have you been good?
Will you get presents or coal?
Today these questions will be answered for many Spainsh children who will wake up to see what the Three Kings have left them…
For many it is the most exciting and magical time of the year.
Have a wonderful day!
But remember that in other countries children have to go to school 
St. Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland.
Scotland is a country in the north of Great Britain. It is famous for its big lakes (lochs) and especially Loch Ness which is well known for its legend about the Loch Ness monster.
Scotland is also famous for bagpipes (as we have in Galicia), kilts – a traditional type of skirt for men and medieval castles.
The next session of The Blog will be on Thursday 19th November at Monte Alto Library and Friday 20th at Castrillón Library and we will be looking into superstitions and scary things…ooooohhhh!!!
Get your invitations!
The Tower of Hercules, A Coruña’s most famous monument, will turn blue at night on Friday 13th November in support of World Diabetes Day.
Diabetes is a common condition that affects many people. There are two main types of diabetes:
- Type 1 – usually affects children and adults up to the age of 40. It is treated with insulin injections, a healthy diet and regular physical activity.
- Type 2 – usually affects people over the age of 40 and it is treated with a healthy diet and regular physical activity, sometimes insulin may also be required. Type 2 diabetes is becoming more frequent in young people because of unhealthy diets and very little physical activity.
Everyone can benefit from healthy eating and regular exercise. Take care of your body, it’s the only one you’ve got!
Guy Fawkes Night (also called Bonfire Night) is celebrated in Great Britain on the 5th November.
On this day in 1605 a group of Catholic extremists, including Guy Fawkes, attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London. They wanted to kill King James I and his government so that England would become Catholic. One of the group had a friend in the Houses of Parliament and sent a letter to him to tell him to stay away on the night that the attack was planned. This letter was intercepted and Guy Fawkes and his friends were arrested in the cellars of the Houses of Parliament with 36 barrels of gunpowder. They were executed.
Every year on this day the British remember this event by building big bonfires and making a “Guy” out of old clothes stuffed with newspaper, which they burn on the top of the bonfire. Also people organise firework displays and parties. It’s good fun!!
A great Halloween song and video for you to enjoy!
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