Activities 26.1.2015 - 31.1.2015

Don't miss out a very special event among this week's activities: on Friday Tía Tula, Colegio de Español sponsors a solidary event in favour of the Food Bank (we will tell you more about it tomorrow).

Here is this week's programme:

Monday 26, 17:00: The Cave of Salamanca - Come join us for a vist to the Cave of Salamanca and its legend. Approximate duration: 40 min.

Tuesday 27, 19:45: Evening photography tour - Our colleague Ana will show the best spots to take pictures in Salamanca. Approximate duration: 1 h.

Wednesday 28, 19:30: Cookery class - After this week's class we will master the art of cooking tortilla de patata (Spanish omelette). Approximate duration: 1 h.

Thursday 29, 19:20: Microtheatre - We will enjoy a 15-minute theatre play at La Malhablada. Approximate duration: 30 min.

Friday 30, 19:00: Solidary event - Poetry, theatre and music will meet at Gala Solidaria en favor del Banco de Alimentos, a solidary event in favour of the Food Bank with the participation of personalities from Salamanca's cultural scene_ poets, musicians, photographers... The event will be held in Centro Julián Sánchez "El Charro".

Saturday 31: Excursion - Several destinations to choose from for a weekend or day trip. Ask at the reception desk and don't forget to sign up by Wednesday.

Please don't forget that you need to sign up for each activity at the reception desk (to reserve your place, the minimum number of participants required is usually three). Also, unless stated otherwise, the meeting point is always the same, Tía Tula school. Lastly, if there's no price mentioned with the activity, it means it is for free.

And don't hesitate to participate in as many activities as you can; they are designed not just for you to have fun (that is guaranteed) but also to improve your knowledge of Salamanca and Spanish culture, and to put into practice the Spanish you learn in class.

Activities 18/08/14-24/08/14

This week we have lots of activities going on with Tía Tula. Come for a guided tour of the city to learn more about its history on Monday, or visit the Cave of Salamanca on Wednesday to learn the legend behind it. Fill your belly with great Spanish food with our cooking class and tapas tour. Once again at the weekend you have two different opportunities to travel, with a trip to Leon on Saturday and a trip to relax and enjoy the beach in Aveiro, Portugal on Sunday. Which activities will you go to this week!?

Monday 18th: Guided tour. A member of staff from the school will take you around the city telling some of the stories and history of the most important monuments of the city. Meeting place: Tía Tula 18:50. Approximate duration 1h.

Tuesday 19th: Cooking class. We are going to learn how to cook the famous Spanish tortilla, alongside another tapas dish, then we will eat what we have made afterwards! Meeting place: Tía Tula 18:45. Approximate duration 1h.

Wednesday 20th: The cave of Salamanca. We will go to discover the Cave of Salamanca and it's mysterious legend. Meeting place: Tía Tula. Approximate duration 40 min.

Thursday 21st:  Dance class. We will go to learn the first steps of the Latin dance. It is important to let the receptionist know before Tuesday at 14:00 if you are interested. Meeting place: Tía Tula, 19:30. Approximate duration 1h. Minimum 8 students needed.

Friday 22nd: Tapas tour. We will go to some of the best bars in the centre of Salamanca to try some of their local tapas specialities. Meeting place: Tía Tula, 19:30. Approximate duration 1h30.

Saturday 23rd: Excursion. We will be going to the beautiful town of Astorga in Leon for the day. It is important to let the receptionist know before Wednesday at 14:00 if you are interested. For more information about prices contact reception. Leaving at 8.00 am.

Sunday 24th: Excursion. We will be taking you to Portugal to spend a day relaxing on the beaches of Aveiro. It is important to let the receptionist know before Wednesday at 14:00 if you are interested. For more information about prices contact reception. Leaving at 8.00 am.

*Note: Please contact reception for information about prices for any of the activities. If you are interested in any of the activities, it is helpful if you contact the reception to let them know beforehand. Minimum 3 people for each activity unless otherwise stated.

Activities 30/06 - 06/07

This week we have lots of great things going on with the language school, why not join us for the cookery class on Tuesday and learn how to make the perfect Spanish omelette (it's harder than just egg and potatoes!) or to see the views from the Cathedral on Wednesday. Try your hand at basketball on Thursday at one of the many outdoor courts here in Salamanca, Friday come along to visit some of the best tapas bars in town and with two excursions to Segovia and the beach this weekend you aren't spoilt for choice!

Monday 30th: Tour of the Cathedral gardens. Come to visit the beautiful gardens of Calixto and Melibea and see the views they have to offer. Meeting place: Tía Tula 18:00. Duration 30 min.

Tuesday 1st July: Cookery class. Come and learn how to make the famous Spanish omelette together with another tapas dish. After we've made our dishes naturally we get to eat them as well! Meeting place: Tía Tula 19:30, duration 1h.

Wednesday 2nd: Cathedral Visit. We are going on a tour of the medieval towers of the cathedral that offers a look at the Old Cathedral with its impressive altarpiece and the New Cathedral from within. Meeting place: Tía Tula 18:30, duration 1h.

Thursday 3rd: Sports. Come with us for a friendly game of basketball at one of the cities many great outdoor courts. Don't worry if you don't think you are very good, it's only a bit of fun! Meeting place: Tía Tula 19:30, Duration 1h30.

Friday 4th: Tapas Tour. Today we will be taking you on a little tour of some of the best tapas bars around the city. Come and sample some of the local delicacies whilst practising your Spanish and having a drink or two! Meeting place: Tía Tula 19:30, duration 1h30.

Saturday 5th: Excursion. Today we will be taking people to Segovia Avila. Come to see a different city and a different side to Spanish culture for the day in Segovia. It is essential that you sign up before Wednesday 2nd July. For more information contact reception.

Sunday 6th: Excursion. Spend your Sunday lazing on the beach in Portual soaking up some sun! If you want a chance to get out of the city and feel some sea air on your face then this trip is for you! It is essential that you sign up before Wednesday 2nd July. For more information contact reception.

*NOTE: It is helpful if you make a reservation with the secretary first for any of the activities. Minimum 3 people per activity (unless otherwise stated).