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In this week’s Buzz:

• A nice mineral pool over in Yakoruda to visit

• Bansko Rock Fest is a big hit despite the rain

• Changes to the law for the use of electric scooters

• Summer rock festival in Razlog on Saturday

• Cinema under the stars summer edition

• BSD’s 4th annual sports day event on Saturday

Six bands, big crowds, and a little thunder couldn’t stop the fest

One of the main summer events, the Bansko Rock Fest, took place this weekend, with six bands performing over three nights: Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Unfortunately, a thunderstorm arrived in town around 40 minutes before the first performance on Thursday, which meant that many people either stayed inside and didn’t attend or got soaked for an hour or so.

The town was buzzing all weekend and the other two nights were well attended, with around 300-400 people watching the two bands perform last night. If you want to watch the first band from Saturday’s performance, then head here or look through some photos here.

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Nice Day Out To A Mineral Pool in Yakoruda
Ruth posted about a lesser-known mineral pool in Yakoruda that can be accessed by taking the mountain train from Bansko. Read the post to discover the details.

What To Do About Property When Someone Dies?
Freddie wants to know what he needs to do to ensure that the property percentage from a deceased partner is correctly allocated to him in Bulgaria. See what information people had for him.

Our Management Company Changed and We Need To Pay Our Utilities
Paddy has been informed that he now needs to pay all the bills for his apartment himself, and he wonders what people used to do to pay their bills. See what people suggested.

We Run a Book Club in Bansko. Do You Want To Join?
Maureen posted that she and a few others attend a book club in Bansko and asked if anyone wants to join. She also posted a survey for individuals to indicate which day and time would be best for them to attend.

(The above posts are publicly accessible. You don’t need a Facebook account to view them.)

Local/Municipality News

Biathlon Club Win Gold in Serbia 
Pirin Biathlon Club have won gold in the children’s international biathlon competition in Zlatibor, Serbia. Bozidara Durchova (U12) won double gold in the sprint and the mass start. Other participants from the club came in third, 6th and 7th. Read more.

Individuals from Bansko Ski Club Visit the National Tourism Festival
Individuals from the Bansko Ski Club went to Malyovitsa (in the Rila Mountains) for the National Tourism Festival, which involved a lot of walking, delicious food, breathtaking views, learning new skills, and meeting old and new friends. Read more.

Road to Vihren Hut is Now Closed
The road up to Vihren Hut is now closed daily from 8am to 4pm. Read more.

Traditions and Arts Events Programme Released
The local municipality has released the summer traditions and arts events programme. This shows the various events that take place every week until September. Read more.

Bansko Town Park Undergoing Renovations
The local park in Bansko is currently undergoing renovations that may disrupt activities for the next month or so. Read more.

Changes in the Law for Electric Scooters
The parliament in Sofia has voted through changes for electric scooters. These include: not being allowed to be ridden in the dark, the vehicle must be registered and have valid insurance, a maximum speed of 25kph, and a minimum age of 16 to ride. Read more. [Translation required.]

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Events Next Week

Summer Cinema Under The Stars (Main Event)
On Thursday (24th), Friday (25th), and Saturday (26th), there is the summer cinema under the stars event in the main square in Bansko. On all days, the films start at 9pm (9 films in total for the event). No information is currently available on which films are in English or have English subtitles (keep an eye on the BNB for details). More info. [scroll down for English.]

Demonstration of Local Trade & Handcrafts
Outside the Tourist Information Center between 5pm and 7pm, demonstrations by local trades and crafts continue. On Friday, it will be hand-spinning wool and on Saturday it will be wood-carving (including live folk music between 6pm and 6.30pm on Saturday only: see the singers here).

The Way of The Heart Exhibition
Sashka Rupchina brings her energy painting in her exhibition this week. This should take place on Saturday (26th) 11am to 7pm, Sunday (27th) 10am to 2pm, (28th) Monday 9am to 6pm, and Tuesday (29th) 9am to 6pm: at the Tourist Information Center in Bansko.

Painting and Wine at The Kempinski
On Saturday (26th) from 6pm at The Kempinski Hotel, there will be a painting and wine evening by Omaya Studio. This usually takes place outside, where you can paint a photo and enjoy a nice glass of wine. Price is 50 BGN. More info.

Summer Rock Festival (Razlog)
A charity event in Razlog’s main square on Saturday (26th) at 9pm will be a rock concert. This event aims to raise funds for the Rosen Kotsakov Foundation. The organisers say this is "An evening dedicated to the power of music and humanity – with classic rock, powerful sound and hearts that help."

Bansko Street Dogs Sports Day
Back for its fourth year, Bansko Street Dogs is running its annual sports day event on Saturday (26th) at 3pm on the ski road (next to the Kempinski Hotel). There will be various games/events, and teams of 6 to 8 should register directly with them (note that the number of teams is limited, so registering late may not allow you to participate). Fun, shade and refreshments are available on the day. More info. (After party at Tipsy 360.)

Mediterranean Cruise of Flavours Evening
On Wednesday, 30th of July, at The Chef’s House from 7.30pm, there will be a five-course Mediterranean menu paired with premium Logodaj wine. Price is 140 BGN. More info.

Photo of the Week

A view of Mount Todorka in the summer.

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