Another couple of quakes this morning, one from Lefkada at 2.9 magnitude, only small, but I always seem to feel those much more than the ones coming from Kefalonia.
The forecast is predicting some bad weather coming in, and it may well be right. The skies are turning more and more grey as the day progresses.
March 2014 - Sunday 2nd - After the last weeks of having such glorious weather, rainy days started again a few days ago and worried organizers of the Carnival that this year's event may be a wash-out. Although there was rain either side of the fesitivies, the rain did hold off for this year's Vathi Carnival, and we even got a little sunshine to boot.
Whether due to the forecast rain or the earlier time of the carnival, there weren't as many in attendance this year, but everyone that was there seemed to have a great time. Lots of smiling faces, lots of local humour to enjoy and performances to brighten up our winter's day.
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Monday 3rd - More downpours overnight and through the day, but Lent celebrations around the island continued regardless.
Kathara Deftera (Clean Monday)
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Thursday 13th - A lovely Spring day, lots of blue sky and nothing but sunshine after the weeks of rain.
We can feel that the 2014 season will soon be upon us. The baysides in the north are beginning to liven up again with works to prepare the shops and restaurants in full swing.
Friday 14th - Another fine weather day today. It really does feel like Spring is here. It's still cool, but when in the sunshine, you can shed the coats and jackets.
As we come closer to our local elections, there's alot of whispering in corners and quiet rallying going on. There's also a little more action in the squares and streets as we head closer toward Easter.
Forkys, Ithaki's Theatre Group is deep into rehearsals for the 2014 season. I believe next week they head to the Cultural center for their dress rehearsals, so I'll head down there one evening to see if we can't get a sneak peak at this year's comedic performance.
Although I personally enjoy more dramatic pieces, locals clearly vote for the comedy in their theatre, so this year, it's a comedy, so we can expect lots of laughs.
Tuesday 18th - Another fine day yesterday with the temperature being noticeably warmer. Springtime will soon have Ithaki exploding in bloom.
Left - Polis Bay. Above - A Stavros Garden. Below - Lefki
Thursday 20th - A magnificent Spring day today, temperature around 21C, just perfect.
March 25th is the annual celebration of the rememberance of the War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire which raged between 1821 - 1830 and the religious holiday of Annunciation. There'll be the usual church service, wreath laying at the memorial in Vathy and then of course the parade down the mainstreet of Vathy with speeches.
Sunday 23rd - Seems like campaigning for Mayor is on now with candidates making themselves known and beginning their rounds for the May 18th elections. What wonderful promises we will hear.
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