Ribadeo will host a community magosto, titled Un magosto Preto de ti e con sabor a Fraternidad, on Saturday, 14 November. The event will focus on fostering community spirit through music and traditional activities, welcoming all residents.
The local councillor for social welfare, Elena Sierra, explained that this initiative aims to enhance social inclusion and participation, particularly for the elderly and local parish communities. The celebration will take place in the Plaza de Abastos in Ribadeo, in collaboration with the Asociación Fraternidad.
The programme will commence at 16:00 with a welcome and snack for attendees from Preto de Ti and the Asociación Fraternidad. At 17:00, there will be a charity sale of roasted chestnuts, with all proceeds going to the association. Participants purchasing a cone of chestnuts will receive a ticket for a raffle scheduled for 19:00.
Music and entertainment will begin at 17:30, featuring Cantos da Terra, who will provide lively music along with traditional games and dancing, creating a vibrant space for community interaction.
Sierra highlighted the significance of events like this, which not only preserve Galician traditions but also encourage socialisation, active ageing, inclusion, and the building of connections within the community. The motto for the celebration, “the chestnuts that unite us,” reflects the aim of making the magosto an opportunity for sharing, togetherness, and supporting a charitable cause.
Elena Sierra encourages all residents to join in this festive and charitable day, emphasising that everyone is welcome to participate.
