What's On: Monday 2 November 2009

Learn to draw and paint in the Casita at El Cid Leisure Oasis on Mondays at 10:00. Fee €7 or €5 for Paquitas members. Attendance strictly by prior reservation, call Elaine on 966 404 364.

Learn to draw and paint classes at the Casita at El Cid Leisure Oasis on Mondays at 14:00. €7 or €5 for Paquitas members. Attendance strictly by prior reservation. Contact Elaine. Tel: 966 404 364.

The Valencia branch of the International Toastmasters club meet on the first and third Monday of the month at the Universidad de Valencia in Burjassot. Meetings run from 19:00-20:30. Contact Henk Paarhuis. Tel: 671 352 096.

With membership currently representing ten different nationalities, the group sings a wide range of compositions covering many different types of music, and in many languages. Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays at the parish rooms adjacent to the San Antonio church in the centre of Dénia (just off the Marqués de Campo). For more details, contact Chris Potter. Tel: 965 755 349.

Explore your interest in all psychic things in this beginners' circle, also private readings and healing by appointment. Group meetings every Monday evening at 19:30. Tel: 965 785 138.

The shop,in C/San José 14b, is open from 10:00-13:00 from Monday-Saturday. Recycle, save money and help a good cause! Contact Jeff or Valerie Carr. Tel: 966 423 048 or email Cuerpo_Denia@spa.salvationarmy.org.

Weekly quiz night at El Romeral restaurant, Barx, 21:15. Free entry. Tel: 962 807 292.

The park stretches between the regions of Els Ports and El Baix Maestrat. The ancient possessions of the Benifassà monastery extend across a mountainous area of great ecological value with thick woods and fauna including the Spanish ibex, wild boars, vultures, Bonelli's eagle and the booted eagle. The area is part of the Puertos de Tortosa y Beceite National Hunting Reserve. There is a network of sign posted hiking routes enabling visitors to experience the rare delights of this well-conserved nature area. Open Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 14:00. Tel: 977 729 187.

Bingo evening at the Sportsman Bar on the paseo in Oliva, near Mercadona. Every Monday night starting at 20:30. €3 per book and €1 for the jackpot game. Tel: 962 855 937.

Line dancing group for all levels meeting at the Centre Olivensa on Carrer Moreres on Mondays at 19:30-22:00. Tel: 962 855 887 / 962 839 660.

This exhibition by Fernando Puente will be on show at Pedralba Dos Mil Museum of Modern Art C/Bugarra 37. Contact the Town Hall. Tel: 962 707 001.

Permanent exhibition of paintings by the artist Vladimir Ksieski at Casa Monet C/ Serranos 10 bajo. Tel: 963 924 828.

Exhibition of paintings at Galleria Puchol, Conde Salvatierra 32. Open 11:00-13:30 and 17:00-21:00.

Exhibition of municipal historic files and records from 1729, and displays and records of Valencian medieval trade at Palacio de Cervello, Tetuan 3. Tel: 963 525 478.

Exhibition of paintings, engravings, manuscripts and documents from the 16th century at Palacio de Cervello, Tetuan 3. Tel: 963 525 478.

The Palau de la Musica Polígono Alameda 30, in the Sala Exposiciones daily except Sunday. The exhibition contains 20 oil paintings by Antonio Moya featuring various interpretations of his life in Caracas. Contact the Palau. Tel: 963 375 020.

At the Palau de la Musica Polígono Alameda 30, in the Atrio Bambus daily except Sunday. This exhibition of sculptures by Susana Guerrero is called 'Para llamar a las fuerzas'. Free entry. Contact the Palau. Tel: 963 375 020.

Live music at the Black Note Club, musical styles range from blues to funk to reggae. Open 22:00-03:30. At Polo y Peyloron, 15. Tel: 963 933 663.

Young group meet at 18:00, older group at 21:00 every Monday and Friday at Iglesia El Pilar Calle Guillem de Castro nº 40-2b.

Happy hour every Monday to Thursday night from 20:00-22:00 in the Lounge café bar. Selection of cocktails available with two for the price of one. Free internet access. C/ Estamiñeria Vieja 2, behind La Lonja. Tel: 963 918 094.

Friendly, open environment for you to practice your English or Spanish every Monday night at the Lounge café bar. All language levels welcome. C Estamiñeria Vieja 2, behind La Lonja. Tel: 963 918 094.

Discover the world of Formula 1 motor racing in a special exhibition with interactive activities, designed to prepare the city for 2008's Formula 1 event, the first in Valencia. Open 11:00-19:00 every day except Mondays 11:00-15:00, in the Arquerías del Museo de las Ciencias. Tel: 961 974 500.

3 and 1/2 hour guided tours of Valencia by bike (in Spanish and English) visiting the Turia Gardens, historical city centre and City of Arts and Sciences, leaving from their premises at Paseo de la Pechina 32 bajo izq, 46008 Valencia every day at 10:00. €25 including bike rental, guide and refreshments. Book in advance on 963 851 740.

Valencia's Silk Exchange, in the Plaza del Mercado, was declared a World Heritage Site in 1996 by UNESCO. It was built in the 15th century and features some truly magnificent architecture. The festival of Music, History & Art takes place here in late November. Open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10:00 to 14:00 and 16:30 to 20:30, Sundays and holidays from 10:00 to 15:00. Contact the Exchange. Tel: 963 525 478.

The Science Museum Avda Autopistade El Saler 3 is located on 5 floors of the distinctive building. Many cultural events are held here as well as scientific events and temporary exhibitions. Open daily from 10:00-19:00 (until 21:00 in high season). Contact the Museum for prices. Tel: 902 100 031.