Getting sick when you're a mother and talking about sexuality: what has caught our attention the most this week

BarcelonaThis week we want to recommend a wide range of activities for the coming days. You can choose from the Winter Circus at the Ateneo Popular de 9 Barrios, Christmas getaways, a laugh about parenting with a show by Miriam Tirado, or delving into the adventures of Geronimo Stilton, among others.

We also suggest a review of the week's news through Andrea Zayas's comic strip, the section Something to think about and the data and statements that have most caught our attention.

Cultural and leisure activities

The Winter Circus of the Ateneo Popular de 9 Barris, which this year celebrates three decades of artistic career, returns to the Christmas program with the premiere of The big plantingA show inspired by pioneer plants—species capable of sprouting, growing, and surviving in harsh environments—that celebrates, through five circus disciplines, live music, and audiovisuals, nature's ability to reclaim lands altered by humanity. Coinciding with its 30th anniversary, La gran plantada can also be seen as a tribute to the origins of the Ateneo Popular de 9 Barris—the 1977 community occupation—and to the trajectory of a cultural project that, through community and self-management, has transformed a former asphalt plant. Until January 18, 2026.

Now that the cold weather has arrived and December is just around the corner, it's the perfect time to plan a getaway to delve into cultural heritage! You don't have to go far to enjoy your free time and (re)discover places steeped in history to visit this Christmas: a stroll through the footsteps of Granollers' past, a nature-filled escape to the Ripollès region, or a visit to the legendary Banyoles lake, among others. Nearby, you'll find ideal destinations to visit this Christmas. If you haven't made any plans yet, you can consult... the Cultural Heritage website where you will find some ideas.

If you're looking for a good laugh, don't miss the stand-up comedy show by conscious parenting consultant Miriam Tirado on December 13th at the Teatro Goya at noon. It's a great way to unwind before the Christmas holidays and the hectic pace and mental strain of the season. Tirado takes you on a journey from the initial idea of having children to their growing up. It's a monologue that will make you feel understood, laugh, reflect, and learn. If you have children, you absolutely can't miss it! Tickets are €20.

With Christmas approaching, activities aimed at families are on the rise. One such event, opening its doors on December 12th, is the premiere of Geronimo Stilton liveFor the first time, the characters from the Stilton universe come to life in a unique immersive experience that combines live theater, an interactive tour, and set design in an adventure that invites children and adults alike to help Geronimo and his friends unfreeze Queen Floridiana and restore magic to the Kingdom of Fantasy. This adventure will occupy a 1,200-square-meter space in the La Maquinista shopping center. Performances will last 60 minutes and will be offered in Catalan and Spanish, depending on the show.

This Christmas, the Petit Poliorama will host a very special celebration: La Roda Produccions reaches its 25th anniversary and celebrates by returning to one of the most significant stages in its history. On January 3, 2026, the company commemorates a quarter of a century dedicated to family theater and, to celebrate, revives one of its most beloved productions: Hansel and GretelFirst performed at the Teatre Poliorama in 2009, this show tells the story of Hansel and Gretel, who find themselves lost in a dark and gloomy forest. They embark on a journey filled with mystery, fantasy, and danger, with a single goal: to find their way back home. This fun, musical, and heartwarming version of the classic Grimm Brothers tale has been a part of the childhoods of thousands of children and can be seen from December 28th to January 18th, 2026.

Magician Pablo Barán, known as Magic Pablo, celebrates his 10th season performing at the Teatreneu in Barcelona this December 13th. This is an exceptional milestone in Catalan family theater. At just 18 years old, Pablo debuted on that very stage, and since then he has entertained over 100,000 spectators and starred in several successful shows. To celebrate this uninterrupted decade on stage, the Teatreneu will host a special performance on December 13th, and his show will continue to run until then. Magic Kids - Great Challenge, which this year marks its fourth consecutive season at the Teatreneu, mixing impactful magic, theatre, dance and a large-format staging.

This week we have a show for you, mothers and fathers. Every afternoon, Raül and Eduard take their children to the park after school. Between swings, chocolate sandwiches, and arguments in the school chat, these two fathers turn a park bench into a comedy stage. This is the starting point ofThe parkThe play, which humorously portrays the relationship between two very different men while exploring new family models, male vulnerabilities, and the contradictions of modern parenting, can be seen at the Aquitania Theatre in Barcelona on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in December and January.

The theater scene is gearing up for the Christmas season. And on November 29th, it arrives at the SAT! MAC MEC MIC After its premiere last season at the Teatro La Biblioteca, this small-format puppet show captures the magic of Mic's universe. In a space designed for children and their families, the characters interact and share an exciting adventure. A La Perla 29 production in collaboration with SX3 (Super3), it will run until January 18th. For over 18 years, Catalan families have been experiencing their children's first discoveries with Mic at SX3, through an educational program that combines entertainment and humor with the transmission of values.

Book recommendations from Marta Gil, bookseller at El Gat Pelut

Verónica Fabregat captivates us once again with a new wordless album that concludes the Akimira collection. The book Let's go to the forest It's an invitation to get lost among trees, animals, and small details just waiting to be discovered. A book to look at and look at again, one that awakens the imagination and invites you to invent shared stories. Ideal for beginning readers or for enjoying together, letting the images speak with our own voices.

Ages 3 and up.

Things That Happen (to Me), by Andrea Zayas

Something to think about

We send our best wishes to all the mothers and caregivers who have caught the flu these past few days. Having sick children is already a juggling act of work and family life, but when you're the one who gets sick, it's not always easy to find time to rest (if they're not at school). If you have a partner who shares responsibility, this shouldn't even be a point of contention, but unfortunately, that's not always the case. Furthermore, some families can't afford to stop working, and just as we often send our children to school with Dalsy (a pain reliever), there are adults who also need medication to keep things running smoothly.

The fact

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