The Library Committee met again on Wednesday 17th February to review the current regulations (Tenerife at Level 2) and to discuss how quickly we can safely return to the new “normality”, given the regulations which the Cabildo (the island government) lays down for libraries.  We monitor these, and members of our committee make regular visits to the Municipal Library in Puerto de la Cruz to discuss with their Librarian how they implement the regulations.

Committee meetings will continue to take place monthly to review changes to protocols which are announced.

THERE ARE only a few places left for our Murder Mystery lunch entitled A Knockwurst Too Far, to be held at the Petit Los Angeles restaurant in Puerto de la Cruz on Thursday, June 30.

In addition to the entertainment, there will be a three-course meal with wine at €17 per person. If you wish to attend, please leave your name at the Treasurer’s Desk.

A reminder also that our popular History Group is taking a short summer break until Thursday, June 27, when normal service will be resumed at 11am.

The Library continues to welcome visitors to join us during opening hours – Monday and Friday 3pm to 5.30pm and Wednesday and Saturday 10pm to 1pm. Refreshments are served in the garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings.

Anyone new to the area will find the Library, its volunteer staff and its members a friendly and welcoming group. In addition to its primary function as a traditional British library, it also acts as an important focal point for the British community living in and around Puerto de la Cruz.

We also have a programme of lively and popular social activities running throughout the year. Anyone contemplating retiring to Tenerife will find the Library, its resources, staff and members a great source of information because most of us have done the same thing ourselves.

FOLLOWING THE successful first staging of a murder-mystery lunch last year, the Library invites you to join us again this year to identify the culprit who bludgeoned to death a British airman in wartime France with a large German sausage.

In A Knockwurst Too Far, you will join Inspector Le Strange to interrogate some familiar characters identified as the prime suspects – Rene Artois, Edith, Yvette, Herr Flick, Grüber and Helga

The popular Petit Los Angeles restaurant in Puerto de la Cruz will be hosting the event on Thursday, June 20, at 1pm for 1.,30. To join in the fun, simply reserve your place at the Treasurer’s Desk in the usual way. Participation, including lunch, is €17 per head.

THE RAMIFICATIONS of Brexit and its impact on UK nationals living in Spain will be the focus of ‘Living in Spain and Brexit’ meeting organised by the British Consulate in Tenerife and to be held at the Library on Thursday, May 9.

The Consulate team will be able to pass on the latest information on how the UK leaving the EU will impact on those Brits who have chosen to live in Spain.

The event will include a Question and Answer session, during which you may ask specific questions you may have about Brexit.

The meeting starts at 12 noon and is open to all British residents, regardless of whether or not they are members of the Library.

YOU CAN MAKE a double date with the Library on Thursday, March 7, when a second meeting of the newly-launched Tenerife History Group is followed in double quick order by the annual Library Volunteers Lunch.

The first meeting of the History Group a month ago was so well attended that in future meetings will be held on a fortnightly basis. The venture is the brainchild of the Library’s new president, Ken Fisher, who has had a lifelong interest in history in general and in the British community in Tenerife in particular.

The British connection with Tenerife dates as far back as the 15th century, which the History Group will explore and follow as the relationship developed down the years, leading to visits by the likes of Sir Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher in more recent times.

The second History Group runs from 11am-12.30pm. You can call Ken Fisher on 639 310 682 for further information about the group and how he plans to help you discover the fascinating history of this beautiful island.

The Volunteers Lunch is the Library’s way of thanking the many volunteers who give freely of their time to keep the library running and maintain our beautiful gardens.

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ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR events of the year is the Annual Pig Roast, which this year takes place on Saturday March 16, starting at 2pm

This year, in addition to the succulent roast pork, Canarian potatoes and various salad accompaniments, there will be entertainment and plenty of liquid refreshment to oil your vocal chords if you wish to join in with the singing.

But to secure your place at this not-to-be-missed occasion you must book early at the Treasurer’s Desk to avoid disappointment. Admission is priced at €17 per head.

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THE LIBRARY always welcomes visitors to join us during opening hours to enjoy the gardens and general amenities. Refreshments are served in the garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings

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