Eight decades of history They don't write themselves. Behind the monuments, the The music And as for the gunpowder, there are individuals who dedicate half their lives to making fallas, building community, and keeping the roots of the festival intact. With this idea very much in mind, the Baix la Mar Maritime District Fault It wanted to pay tribute to two of its fundamental pillars during the celebration of its eightieth anniversary. Last Sunday, the Casa de la Paraula was too small to accommodate the emotional appointment of Jaume Garcia Moll y Joan Felip Sala Ahuir as the new Honorary Presidents of the commission.
Under the motto "80 years sailing," the event recognized the remarkable careers of two figures who perfectly embody the legacy of the Fallas festival. A legacy that, as attendees noted, continues to be passed down from generation to generation. The event was hosted by the delegate of CultureIsabel Comes, and was surrounded at all times by the top officials of this year: the Fallera Mayor Infantil, Martina Sapena Cabrera; the President Infantil, Mario Ferrer Ferrer; the Fallera Mayor, Inés Giner Durà, and the President of the commission, Pedro García Gavilà.
The value of perseverance and quiet work
The first big round of applause of the day went to Jaume Garcia MollThose who know him well describe him without hesitation as "a lifelong faller." He's the kind of person who shuns the limelight but is always there, pulling his weight with discreet yet essential work. He was president of Baix la Mar in the 1979/1980 season, and his absolute dedication to the festival earned him the prestigious title of Exemplary Fallero. Fallas Denia in the year 2012.
One of the most special moments of the morning came when his four grandchildren spoke alongside Sebastià Garcia. In a very warm and affectionate tone, they conveyed all their love and made it clear that a passion for this seaside district runs in the veins of the entire family. After receiving the commemorative gift, the honoree himself could barely contain his emotion as he addressed the assembled crowd.
Four decades assuming the presidency
The second major protagonist of the day, Joan Felip Sala AhuirHe embodies the true essence of Baix la Mar. His name is inextricably linked to the cultural aspects of the Fallas festival, always demonstrating mastery of protocol, presentations, and a profound respect for local traditions. His Fallas record is truly extensive. He has served as president of the commission on four separate occasions: 1982/1983, 1992/1993, 2002/2003, and 2016/2017, and was also named Exemplary Fallero of Dénia in 1987.
To review his immense career, the event included speeches by Marisa Armell, his first Fallera Mayor, and Pere Borrego, a long-time member of the Na Jordana Fallas committee in Valencia. Both shared anecdotes and memories that brought smiles to the faces of those present before the new Honorary President went up to receive his award and dedicated some heartfelt words to his beloved committee.
Seeing the two honorees sharing the stage served to symbolize the district's unwavering commitment to its past, but also to the challenges of the future. The day concluded with thanks to Baleària the transfer of the space already Auto Motors Dénia Their collaboration for the transfers, making it clear that the Baix la Mar ship has the strength to continue sailing for many more years.
