Welcome to the latest episode of This Week in Aruba, which covers the events from Friday, June 22nd to Thursday, June 28th also known as timeshare week 25.

My shout out for this week goes to some people who are currently down there on the island: Sherry “Jello” Pence who was a guest in episode 60 of One Happy Podcast and Marcia and Roy Frost from episodes 23 and 92.

Now let’s jump into the events category.

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FOOD

June Special with Coffee and home-made Apple Roll for just $4

When: 22-28 June / 8:00am-4:00 pm

Where: Café the Plaza (L.G. Smith Boulevard, 00000 Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/630570163971159/

“Nothing makes sense before coffee.” So true…! At Café the Plaza we are committed to always serving you the best products. For many years already we have – for our coffees – teamed up with Aruba’s #1 coffee brander Smit & Dorlas.

To celebrate the joy of coffee we proudly offer you during the month of June: COFFEE & HOME-MADE APPLE ROLL for just $4.00.

Yes, that’s correct… just $4.00 for a delicious cup of coffee and an apple roll!

See you soon at Café the Plaza!

HaÎKobe Night at LGS

When: 22 June / 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Where: LGS at Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/373809349799011/

Downtown Dining has now a new meaning!

Join us every Friday at LGS for a special HaÎKobe night were every oz. matters.

As the only restaurant in Aruba serving this famous Japanese steak; Indulge in its tenderness and admire the well-marbled texture accompanied by high-end wines. The perfect combination you don’t want to miss.

Special Dutch Asparagus Menu

When: 22 June / 5:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Where: Amuse Sunset Restaurant Aruba (Bucutiweg 50, N.A. Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/204145123699341/

Appetizers:

White asparagus soup and ham – $8.50
White asparagus, smoked salmon and quail egg – $16.50
White asparagus, 5 oz lobster, lemon buerre blanc – $24

Main courses:

A la “Flamande” white asparagus, egg, parsley crumble, butter with nutmeg – $25.50
White asparagus, gam, crumbled egg, mustard sauce – $27
White asparagus with tenderloin with sweet potato and parmesan cheese cookie / USA Angus Tenderloin – $45 / Argentine Tenderloin $36
3 Asparagus side dish $12 / 5 Asparagus side dish $20

Asparagus season lasts about two months in Holland. The first asparagus peek from the ground early in spring, around February or early March. They are traditionally harvested from the second Thursday in April until 24 June.

Spritz Tasting

When: 23 June / 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Where: The Wine Room (L.G. Smith Blvd #126 Suite #1, 00000 Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/576817202693874/

The drink originated in Venice while it was part of the Austrian Empire (see Kingdom of Lombardy–Venetia), and is based on the Austrian Spritzer, a combination of equal parts white wine and soda water; another idea is that the name of the drink would be linked to that of a typical Austrian wine in the region of the Wachau.

Experience: $45

Tapas: Quiche and Escargots

A Taste of Aruba

When: 26 June / 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Where: Aquarius at Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/197253207584584/

Aquarius will take you back in time with stories, local handcrafted arts, and recipes. Celebrate our island’s rich multicultural history with a locally inspired buffet.

Aquarius will serve a local buffet for just $39 including a Balashi Beer or Chill Beer. Specials on Cocktails such as; ‘Barbulet’, ‘Aruba Ariba’ , ‘Chuchubi Carnaval’ and ‘Yuwana Loco’. Discover Aruba through unique flavors!

Join us every Tuesday night for this special local event with live entertainment. For more information or reservations, please call 5236156 or visit one of our Navigators in the lobby area.

The Full Moon Romantic Experience

When: 28 June / 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Where: PASSIONS ON THE BEACH (J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 252, Eagle Beach, Aruba Palm Beach)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/1572363702854696/

Passions on the Beach restaurant invites you for a special 3-course dinner at every full moon.

Complimentary Welcome Drink: Martini-Pina-Colada Creation

Appetizer: “Mariage de Séléné” Bisque with scallop and lobster
Entrée: “Terre et Mer” Beef tenderloin and garlic shrimp, sweet potato puree, asparagus, stuffed mini sweet pepper
Dessert: “Passion” Cheesecake

$49.00 per person.15% Service Charge, 1.5% tax & 2% Health Levy will be added to your bill. Reservation required. Please contact our Concierge at +297 527 1118; concierge@amsterdammanor.aw

Dinner Under The Stars at Renaissance Island

When: 27 June / 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Where: Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/249398372482687/

Take a boat trip to Renaissance Island and let your taste buds travel to paradise…

Enjoy our new menu consisting of succulent Herb Crusted New Zealand Lamb Chops or locally caught Snapper, while your toes get pampered in our white secluded sand.

Our private dinner setting includes a welcome cocktail at Lucy’s Dock (across the Renaissance Mall), boat trip to Renaissance Private Island, dinner on the beach and live entertainment for only $65 per person. Children from 5 to 12 yrs pay $32.50.

For more information or reservations, please contact one of our Navigators at 5236115

LIFESTYLE

Red Cross Annual Fundraising Party

When: 22 June / 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Where: Surfside Marina

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/1623031144412087/

Red Cross Aruba’s biggest annual fundraising event. Always a great way to give back to the community, but also a perfect fun evening to network, socialize, and have fun! For more information: info@redcrossaruba.com

Theme 2018: Garden Party

Dress Code: Garden Comfy

Seaport Plaza/Renaissance

When: 22 June / 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Where: Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/248965979178994/

Local artisans selling their handmade art & jewelry.

Nostalgia Party

When: 23 June / 8:00 pm – 1:00 am

Where: Kiwanis Club of Palm Beach (L.G. Smith Boulevard Neptali Henriquez Park, Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/181275859057234/

Back to the 50s, 60s, and 70s Fundraising Party

32nd Aruba International Triathlon

When: 24 June / 6:30 am

Where: Eagle Beach

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/212918252644345/

Olympic & Sprint Distance

ENTERTAINMENT

What goes on at MooMba Beach?
Moomba Beach (JE Irausquin BLVD 230, 0000 Palm Beach, Aruba)

Friday, 22 June from 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm:
Bambu LIVE onstage at MooMba Beach

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/622353588098736/

Introducing the most dynamic and entertaining all around dance band on the island of Aruba; ‘Bambu’. This band has rapidly evolved into one of Aruba‘s most requested dance bands to perform at weddings, corporate events, parties, cocktail hours, welcome receptions, clubs and festivals with mixed crowds. Capable of pleasing every type of crowd with their wide array of music. They cover various genres from Dance, Rock & Roll and Reggae to Merengue, Reggaeton, Bachata and Salsa. Bambu’s extraordinary chemistry and repertoire will have everyone movin’ and groovin’ all night long so, an unforgettable experience is always guaranteed.

Sunday, 24 June from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm:
Party Posse LIVE at MooMba Beach

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/461763974236494/
Party Posse is a band with an extensive repertoire of hits, covering the latest radio airplay as well as classic songs from the 00’s, 90’s, 80’s, 70’s, and 60’s. Party Posse is a versatile band that can give your event an exuberant party mode as well as a relaxing and elegant atmosphere. Having entertained at major large corporate gigs to weddings and private events, makes Party Posse the leading act on the island.

Monday, 25 June from 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm:
C-Zar on stage at MooMba Beach

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/184981868733145/

Join us for an evening with C-Zar live on stage. C-Zar has a wonderful, unusual, voice which will keep you spellbound. Come and toast with us to another beautiful night in Aruba.

Wednesday, 27 June from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm:
Travel Session LIVE at MooMba Beach!

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/244018103036121/

Travel Session is a cover band playing different genres.

Guy Bavli, Master of the Mind

When: 26 June / 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm (recurring event every Tuesdays until 28 August)

Where: Alhambra & Divi Resorts Aruba Banquet & Events (J.E.Irausquin Boulevard # 41, 00000 Oranjestad, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/153482718642217/

Tickets: http://www.masterofthemind.com/

Guy Bavli led a long, successful career filled with science-defying stunts and demonstrations, performing for fortune 500 companies, primetime television networks, and audiences around the world. Despite this, Bavli claims no superpowers. His skills actually lie in advanced applications of mind magic, psychology, physiology, and intuition, gained through years of intense study and practice.

Aruba Sinatra Dinner Show at The Old Cunucu House Restaurant

When: 28 June / 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Where: The Old Cunucu House (Palm Beach 150, 0000 Palm Beach, Aruba)

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/968899453248017/

Are you searching for things to do in Aruba? Aruba Sinatra Shows started 6 years ago and we would like to celebrate it with you while enjoying the good things of life any time this year. After more than 300 weekly performances Aruba Sinatra Shows is one of the longest running productions in Aruba!

Experience beautiful composed, orchestrated and arranged with wonderful romantic lyrics sung by Fred de Jong. Order local food and delicious drinks while watching our Aruba Sinatra Dinner Show at The Old Cunucu House Restaurant or ask for our Dinner Special Menu.

Live entertainment every Thursday from 7:30 till 9:30 pm featuring songs like:”Fly Me To The Moon”, “I’ve Got The World On A String”, “I’ve Got You Under My Skin”, “My Way”, “New York – New York”, “The Way You Look Tonight” and many more…

The Show Ticket is only $15.00 per person (food and drinks, transportation, gratuities not included). During the show you can eat and drink something a la carte.

KARAOKE/SPECIAL NIGHTS

Barney’s Restaurant

(Palm Beach 21 A Palm Beach, Aruba)

Website: https://barneysaruba.com

– Karaoke Nights every Fridays, starting at 10:00 pm

Soprano’s Piano Bar

(Lloyd G. Smith Boulevard 370, Noord, Aruba)

Website: http://www.sopranospianobararuba.com/

– Unplugged Nights every Saturdays, starting at 8:00 pm

Matthew’s Beachside Restaurant

(J.E. Irausquin Blvd 51, Oranjestad)

Website: https://www.matthews-aruba.com/

– Karaoke Nights every Wednesdays, 9:00 – 11:00 pm

7 Club Lounge Bar

(Windstraat 32, Oranjestad, Aruba)

Page: https://www.facebook.com/7arubacom/

– Karaoke Nights every Wednesdays, 7:00 – 2:00 am

Ricardo’s Restaurant & Bar

(J.E. Irausquin Blvd 53, Aruba)

Website: http://ricardosaruba.restaurant/

– Karaoke Dance Party! every Thursdays, starting at 9:00 pm

The Rose Bar & Lounge Restaurant

(Boegoeroei 11-Z, Noord)

Page: https://www.facebook.com/therosearuba/

– Karaoke Happy Hour every Thursdays, starting at 6:00 pm

Time to venture into the cruise ships schedule portion. It’s another slow week for cruise ships.

The news section for this week covers the dredging project to restore the beaches of Aruba, a canceled project that could have affected the ecosystem of the island, and positive flight price changes for Aruba visitors living in Pittsburgh during Winter 2018.

If there’s anything at all that you would like to suggest for the show or simply want to relay feedback, please do send me an email at curt@onehappypodcast.com or drop a voice message on our hotline number (302) 635-0815.

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