costa calida chronicle august 2011

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Please tell our customers where you saw their advertisement in the Costa Cálida ChronicleTo place an advertisement with us please see page 5 or contact Teresa 619 199 407

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Date: August 2011 Issue: 9 Volume: XIwww.costacalidachronicle.com

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ACE (Autos y Caravanas de España) recently held a rally in Navarrenx, a beautiful Bastide town just north of the Pyrenees and about 50km W of Pau. Navarrenx was the fi rst bastioned town in France, an Italian military engineer having been brought in by the rulers of Bearn to fortify their capital city. (Vauban, the very famous French military engineer learned from the designs of these fortifi cations many years later!)

Navarrenx is very compact (only 400m x 250m). The beautiful campsite (Camping Beau Rivage, very well run by Richard and Wendy, an extremely friendly couple from Jersey) is close by the town walls so it was an easy 400m walk to either end of the town.

On the fi rst evening Richard and Wendy laid on a reception in their pavilion where

members were served with cocktails followed by dinner. It was a super start to the rally.

The following afternoon the Town Hall laid on a guided tour (in English) so everyone could understand something of the history of this fascinating town, once the capital of Bearn.

Navarrenx is on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Campostella so has hostels for the pilgrims and many budget-priced places to eat. One of the best of these is the Auberge du Bois, just outside the town. It is run by Bernadette (that’s her stood in the background) and she laid on a superb peasant style meal for us all with so much food and wine that it was a good thing the campsite was within staggering distance.

Eight caravans or motorhomes made the journey to Navarrenx and one other member stayed in a chalet on the site. We used the site pavilion for a BBQ later in the week and could have used it at any time to shelter from the weather but in fact that was not necessary!

As well as walking around the town and on the banks of the river to watch the salmon fi shermen, a number of members cycled to Gürs, 8km away, where a refugee camp was set up in 1939 to house some of the half million people who fl ed across the Pyrenees at the end of the Spanish Civil War. The camp was later used to house Jews from Germany and most of the tombstones in the cemetery

are theirs. It was very moving.

On our last night we all had a farewell dinner in Hotel du Commerce in the town. This was a great end to a wonderful week and the weather had been good right up to our departure the following morning. Although it had started to rain when we left, those who went north got back into the sunshine before reaching Bordeaux.

ACE is a freewheeling group of English speaking people who live in Spain (mainly in the S and E), have a motorhome, caravan or tent, and like to gather together once a month (except in the heat of summer) to socialise in different places. Our next rally is from 5 to 10 September near Granada; and from 20 to 24 October we are going to Oliva. Rallies are also being planned for November and early December.

ACE is not a Club so we have no club offi cers or membership fees. To join ACE you just come to a Rally (and if you don’t come for a year, you are considered to have left). If you would like to know more, just send an e-mail to [email protected]

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Have you visited our BLOG lately? We are increasingly being sent important updates and information from customers, town halls and tourist offi ces, a large percentage of which is too late for our monthly publication. We are now updating our BLOG every day as the information reaches us. Please do let us know what you think about it. Go to www.costacalidachronicle/blog. If you have an event that has missed our publication deadline, then send it in and we can add it to the Blog! Our website www.costacalidachronicle.com is seeing an enormous increase in traffi c, so your posts could be seen by thousands every day.

Many of you will have noticed that we have recently changed printers and that the magazine is much more colourful as a result. It does mean, however, that for the fi rst time in 11 years the September edition will be a few days late because of their staff holiday schedule, so please bear with us if you cannot fi nd your copy on 1st September.

We are already thinking about the Costa Cálida Chronicle Calendar 2012! This year we would like to have some input from our readers. We would like to include photos taken by

you. If you have a photo taken here in Spain that you would like to submit, we will be running a competition for our readers to vote on their favourite photos to be included on the 2012 Calendar. (Only 1 photo accepted per person, to be emailed in as a jpg 300dpi to [email protected] )

We are delighted to welcome the following new advertisers to the magazine:The Yachtsman at San PedroHolmes & PeggCasa ValentinaLegal AssistanceLimpieza CocheMurcia Livery YardWestwood Construction

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Contents PageSPECIAL PAGESMar Menor Section 31-39Northwest Murcia Section 73-77Sensible Summers 55-58What to do, Where to go 91-95

ADVERTORIALHappy Feet Foot Spa 37Inside Out Safe Grip Anti-Slip 10Jim Large 76Stained Glass 74TJ’s 96

ADVERTORIALWild Animals in Spain 34

CHARITYAge Concern Costa Cálida 16Andrea’s Animal Rescue 24Costa Cálida Samaritans 49Galgos del Sol 88Helping Hands 96John Kemp’s Dogs 86K9 Club 36MAMAs 82MARA 74Noah’s ARC 110 PALS News 89

CHILDRENChildren’s Chatterbox 8

EDUCATIONJane Cronin’s Spanish 90

ENTERTAINMENTBond 6Classic CDs 18

FOOD & DRINKMa Millbank’s Kitchen 54

GROUPSACE Rally in Navarrenx 4ADAPT 32Cálida Country Music Club 14Camposol A Committee 69Camposol Residents Association 69GO maD 86Lions 50,51Spangles 31Torrevieja U3A 33 Welcome Group 28

INFORMATIONAdvertisers’ Directory 108/9Ask Jennifer 26Astrology 30British Consulate 12,72Camposol Fiesta 64Classifi eds 98Dear Editor 38-39FAST 68General Information 104Girls Guides Association of Cartagena 36Legal View 20Life in Spain 82Main Distribution List 106Murcia Cathedral 62

Out and about on the Costa Cálida 46Price List 104Spanish News 21Teresa’s Travels 79

LEISUREGarden News 84Mazarrón Festival de Baile 42NEST 60Puzzle Page 78Raquel Peña’s Flamenco 33TV News 70WARM 76

PROPERTYHousing Update 22Property Matters 44

RELIGIONMass in English 40Wellspring Victory Church 48

SPORTSCamposol Golf Association 103Costa Cálida Golf Challenge 103Fuente Old Guard Golf Society 102Golf Tips 101Lo Romero 101Los Amigos de Mazarrón FC 100Mazarrón Bowls Club 101Vuelta de España 52

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Chapter ElevenBy Nathan Robertson (10)

Bond Saves The Day and Gets The Girl

“You can drive Charlotte, I need to control my helicopter, and anyway, this vehicle is not fast enough for me.” ‘James Bond’ climbed up into the passenger seat and indicated that Charlotte should start driving back up towards Zenchevko and Xylanco.

‘Bond’ held the remote control for the helicopter in his hand as he steered it up towards the top of the mountain where it would drop its deadly cargo. As they began their climb, ‘Bond’ received a call on his mobile telling him that there was movement coming from the weather station, buses were beginning to come out from the entrance and start to descend towards ‘Bond’ and his jeeps. The helicopters fl own by the agents

had seen this activity and realizing something was not as it should be, had contacted ‘Bond’ for advice.

Glancing up the hill, James saw the buses heading towards them. He pulled his jeep into the side of the road, signaling for the vehicles following him to do the same. The bus approached and as it did, James recognized the driver of the fi rst bus as one of the guards he had fought only hours earlier.

“They must be on the move,” he said. “The magnetic pull must be turned off already.”

James knew he had to act quickly. He opened fi re on the buses, and the army of agents swarmed round the vehicles, overpowering the drivers. The passengers were all sitting as if in a trance. They did not move from their seats and ‘Bond’ ordered that they should

be driven down the hill as fast as the road would allow, where ‘Q’ would be able to inject each one with an anti-serum to neutralize the effects of the magnetic force.

“I don’t need the remote control anymore,” he told Charlotte, as he radioed the pilots of the helicopters, telling them that Zenchevko had already begun his invasion and there was no time to lose. He told them that they would have to drop their men directly onto the area using ropes, as parachutes would take too long, speed and timing was what mattered now.

To cause a diversion and to allow the aircraft to get closer, James crashed his remote control helicopter into the side of the mountain. The grenades on board exploded and the dry, arid grassland around the area burst into fl ames.

“That should keep them occupied and allow us enough time to get in there.” ‘James Bond’ explained to Charlotte and the men listening in on the radio system.

Immediately the explosion occurred, the pilots of the task force helicopters swarmed in over the building and dropped their cargo of highly trained and armed men. The ropes swayed in the gentle Spanish breeze and as the army neared the bottom of each rope, the noise of machine gun-fi re echoed around the mountain and seemed to be announcing the end of a tyrant and his dastardly deeds.

Zenchevko, realizing that he was under a serious attack ordered his men to fi ght back until no man was standing, while he attempted to make his escape in one of the vehicles going down the hill. Xylanco ran after his superior, expecting to be alongside him for the escape, but Zenchevko turned to face him,

“You think you can come with me,” he sneered. “Your usefulness has been spent. You could not persuade ‘James Bond’ to join us. I don’t tolerate failure. I cannot allow you to be caught. A coward like you would only talk and I have never liked talk.”

Realising what was about to happen. Xylanco pulled his revolver from its holder and took aim, but he was not fast enough and Zenchevko shot him dead with a single bullet to the head. The criminal fell to the ground in a pool of blood, but Zenchevko did not wait to see that. He had to get to the transport and escape before ‘Bond’ arrived on the scene. He started to run in the direction of the lorries lined up along the road.

Suddenly there was a massive explosion as the weather station erupted into the air. The British agents had successfully penetrated the building and blown the magnet out of the ground. The sound of machine gun-fi re was everywhere as ‘Bond’ chased through the remains looking for the two evil men. He knew that this time they had to be stopped. This time, he had to end their plans and make sure they could not rise again with another scheme of destruction.

(cont next month)

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Hi, he re we are in the middle of Summer already! We had a Hog Roast the other month. It was really good, so I thought I would mention it here. The Roving Diner supplied all the food so Mum and Dad had nothing to do for a change. We were fund raising for Operation Smile, to provide operations for children with hair lips in India. The Roving Diner arrived at midday. That was because we were starting at 5.30pm and as we had 65 people coming and it was going to take a while to cook the hog.

Connor got hold of the head and Mum took a picture of him holding it over his own face..not much difference really! The smell of the cooking was strong and the smoke from the Hog Roast drifted into the house. I felt sorry for our dog

and pig! Mum and Dad practised the Scottish Celidah dances we were going to do later in the evening. It was very hot and they looked exhausted! As well as the Hog Roast and Celidah, Mum had organised a Silent Auction. We had to set that up as well. When the time

came, we got changed into our kilts and waited for everyone to arrive. It was a brilliant evening.

I danced a solo dance around swords. It is a Scottish Sword dance that I learned when I used to have Scottish Dancing lessons in Scotland. I was surprised I remembered it! Everyone had a great time eating and dancing and we raised over 390€ - that is enough for two operations. So, thank you to The Roving Diner and thank you to everyone who came. From Shannon.

Hi Nathan here and as Shannon has said, it is Summer, so we have been to the beach and that is what I am going to tell you about. We had a family friend staying with us, Joseph and he doesn’t like sand or beaches or going in the sea. We took him anyway! Dad had planned a barbecue on the beach. I love having those. We have an infl atable boat and Dad and I went out on that. The waves were really high, higher than normal. (We found out later about the earthquake, and I wonder if that was why the waves had been so massive.).. Dad and I had so much fun. I couldn’t see what was behind me and Dad kept saying, ‘This one is big’ and then it would hit us and we would either be pushed fast into the edge, or be tipped out! We were tipped

several times, but it really was great fun. After a while we came back to the beach and Dad, Mum and Shannon played a strange game of tennis while Connor and I went back out in the boat. We couldn’t row it like Dad, so we couldn’t get past the huge waves

to let them bring us back, so we just pushed each other around at the edge. It was still great fun as we kept tipping each other out. I have to say that the funniest bit was when Dad and I went back out and his eyes got really big as a huge wave came towards us. Dad said, ‘Oh No’ in a casual, calm voice and then the wave hit us. The boat fi lled up with water, I turned round in time to just see the wave, I thought we might sink, but we didn’t. We just fl ew all the way back to the shore on the top of that wave. It was an amazing feeling. Mum was sunbathing and missed the whole thing! I have to say it was one of the best, funniest and scariest days I have ever had. Can’t wait until we go again!

Hi, Connor here. It was my birthday not too long ago, so I thought I would tell you about that this month. We have a family tradition for birthdays. The person whose birthday it is sits on the settee after breakfast and everyone else gives them their present. We always start with the youngest fi rst so I got my present from Nathan fi rst – he gave me a wooden Porsche to build. That is probably the nearest I will get to owning one! Shannon gave me some of that foil art stuff. Brian and Maureen gave me a football net for the garden as I love playing football and an awesome remote control plane. I can fl y it inside or outside, but means I can practise a lot so that when Nathan and I go to the air fi eld with Brian again, I should be a bit better at controlling the planes. It is such fun to fl y and even if I crash

it – which I have – it is easy to fi x; you just glue it back together. Mum and Dad gave me my own two man tent. I put it up in the garden and slept in it every night for a week! Ben gave me a basketball and hoop and Matt sent me money to spend. We went bowling and of course, Brian and Maureen came

with us. Joseph, who was staying with us at the time, came along too. He had never bowled before and Mum dragged him up to have a go..he was terrible and said it looked easy, but was really quite hard to do. Dad won, as usual, and Mum came second. Maureen just watched this time and Brian came third. It was fun though and I do think we are getting better. When we all got back home, another friend, Glynn, came round to join us for a tea of Pizza and tons of other stuff, including a nice big cake! It was a good day and when we go on holiday I can take my tent to have some peace at night!

Page 8Please tell our customers where you saw their advertisement in the Costa Cálida Chronicle

To place an advertisement with us please see page 5 or contact Teresa 619 199 407www.costacalidachronicle.com email: [email protected]

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New Rules will make it Easier and Cheaper to take Pets to the United Kingdom Dog and cat owners will fi nd it cheaper and easier to travel to the UK with their pets when new rules are introduced at the start of next year. The UK will harmonise its pet movement rules with the rest of the European Union from 1 January 2012, bringing the UK’s Pet Travel Scheme into line with the most recent science. The UK will maintain its high level of protection against animal diseases after the changes, which have the potential to save pet owners around £7 million in fees. Forcing pets to spend six months in quarantine, a practice dating from the 1800s, is no longer necessary because of vastly improved rabies vaccines and treatments. All pets will still need to be vaccinated against rabies. Pets from the EU will no longer need a blood test and will only have to wait 21 days before they travel. The changes will ensure the risk of rabies coming to the UK remains extremely low. It’s estimated that the new rules mean there would be one case of rabies in a pet in the UK once every 211 years, with the possibility of a person dying from rabies obtained from a pet once in every 21,000 years. The Health Protection Agency considers Spain a ‘no risk’ country for rabies. Environment Secretary, Caroline Spelman, said “The UK’s quarantine system was designed to combat the threat of rabies in the 19th century and has now been left far behind by scientifi c advances. What is needed is a simpler, evidence-based system for protecting the UK from rabies which recognises the actual risk to pets and pet owners. The EU’s pet movement scheme has been working very well for nearly a decade, and it makes sense for us to have similar rules.” Chief Medical Offi cer, Professor Dame Sally Davies, said “Rabies is a very serious human

disease and the rabies-free status of the UK must be protected. The EU Pet Travel Rules have been successful in preventing any cases of rabies occurring in legally moved pets since the scheme started, so harmonising the UK’s rules with those of the EU will make it easier for those who wish to travel with their pets.” The UK will continue to protect the public against the risk of serious exotic tapeworm infections and is pressing to retain tapeworm controls for pets entering the UK. The government has been discussing with the European Commission the most appropriate form of tapeworm controls for dogs, to ensure the UK continues to be protected from Echinococcus multilocularis. The Commission has recently indicated that its proposals, expected shortly, would enable the UK and other tapeworm-free countries to retain tapeworm controls, with a requirement that animals be treated between one and fi ve days before returning to the UK. Dog tapeworm is common in southern Spain. T i c k treatment for pet a n i m a l s return ing to the UK will no longer be requ i red . All pet o w n e r s travel l ing a b r o a d with their a n i m a l s s h o u l d d i s c u s s with their vets the use of

treatments, including those designed to control ticks as part of good animal health practice. Detailed information on what pet owners and vets need to do before bringing a pet to the UK can be found at http://www.defra.gov.uk/wildlife-pets/pets/travel or obtained from the UK helpline +44 (0)870 241 1710. Information in Spanish can be found on the British Embassy website at http://ukinspain.fco.gov.uk/es/visiting-uk/travelling-with-animals Entry rules for pets entering the UK from the EU are shown below:

For media enquiries contact DEFRA information offi cer Peter Bramwell on +44 (0)20 7238 6092 or Press Offi ce, British Embassy Madrid 917146363 / 4

Visit http://www.fco.gov.uk for British foreign policy news and travel advice and http://blogs.fco.gov.uk to read our blogs.

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Repeat Performance By Calida Country Country Music Club!Yet Another Grand Donation!Camposol Fiesta provided the setting for yet another major Charity Donation from ‘Calida Country’ Country Music Club! Soon to enter its fi fth year, members of the increas-ingly popular Country Music Club at La Molata proudly made their second cash donation of €1,000.00 to the Community Ambulance Fund España (CAFÉ). Mr Ken Payne, chief co-ordinator of the CAFÉ fund, was delighted to receive such a generous donation.

Fast becoming one of the more popular eve-ning venues in the Costa Cálida area, the club is held twice a month – on the fi rst and third Fridays, at 8.00pm at the Social Club in La Mo-lata, located just off the RM23/MU 603, around 10km from Camposol.

Boasting a large dance fl oor, it’s also a licensed premises with drinks at Spanish prices and hosts, Antonio & Cheryl, maintain a superb kitchen. The ‘fi sh and chips’ are, reportedly, ‘to die for!’ Advance bookings for meals should be made to Cheryl on 619 003 022

The club is designed as a non-profi t making or-ganisation, but having said that, they charge a small entrance fee of €5 per couple (€3 single) together with a raffl e, held on each club night, to pay for any live artistes and club running costs. Net profi ts from all income are donated, via the Lions Club of Mazarrón Bahía, to the joint Lions/PALS CAFË appeal.

The club’s last night before the summer break was on Friday 01 July when the guest artist for the evening is ‘TEXAS TED’. After that they will be closed until Friday 16 September, when you can hear the dulcet tones of the fabulous ‘JO SUTHERLAND’. The programme for the next few months:Fri 16 Sep JO SUTHERLAND Fri 07 Oct Country Disco/KaraokeFri 28 Oct* DAVE SHERIFF Fri 04 Nov Country Disco/KaraokeFri 18 Nov CHRISTINE KINGFri 02 Dec Country Disco/KaraokeFri 16 Dec STETSONS & PETTICOATSFri 06 Jan Country Disco/KaraokeFri 20 Jan THE PROSPECTORS*Breaking with tradition, and because of his contractual requirements, DAVE SHERIFF will be appearing on the FOURTH Friday in October – NOT THE THIRD. Because of his popularity this will be a ‘ticket only’ night. Tickets are available now from Mervyn Booth 968 163 082

JUST REMEMBER TO – ‘KEEP IT COUNTRY’

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A Busy JuneAs the weather dial was turned up from nice and warm to HOT recently, it seems so have the activities of Age Concern Costa Cálida been turned up. We have shaken off the winter and spring torpor and our irrepressible band of volunteers are now out in the community dealing with a variety of calls from the over 50´s. From simple advice over the phone to home visits and befriending, onto the more involved social welfare aspects of our remit, we are now providing assistance and direct help to those who need it.

You may have certain skills in welfare, Spanish translation, a medical background, or just feel that you would like to commit in some way and have a couple of hours a month or so spare as a volunteer, please get

in touch, either phone 634 325 408 or drop in and meet us at the Social Centre on sector B Camposol, on Wednesday mornings 10.00-12.30. If you feel you cannot become actively involved in Age Concern, you can still show your support by becoming a “friend” of Age Concern for a small donation.

June brought the Camposol Fiesta and with it the opportunity to raise our profi le locally and meet many of the people around the area in this fun and friendly environment. We shook out our market stall and with a fair degree of skill and some head scratching we put together our stand, selling donated clothing and bric-a-brac, a bottle tombola and Graham´s now famous “ Beat the Keeper” event. We raised 377.10€ and met so many people who were happy to chat away about our role in the community. This couldn´t happen without the organization of the Fiesta Committee to whom we are most grateful for the time and great effort they all put into this annual event. Thank You.

We welcome on board Maggie Baird who brings bright and fresh ideas with her and is a much needed assistant to our fund raising Guru Graham Jackson. We have 2 outstanding “must attend” events scheduled: Our Black and White Ball, Friday 16 September at the Marina in Puerto de MazarrónThe Rock n Roll Night 21st October at Mariano´s Camposol.Tickets available during August from the Social Centre Camposol Wednesdays 10 -12.30pm, Fridays 11-1pm outside Trevi Bar or The Marina end of the Paseo in Mazarrón on the last Friday of the month 11-1pm or tel: Maggie/Graham 634 310 215.

We would like to extend a huge thank you to PALS who have kindly donated their remaining medical equipment to Age Concern. We are very grateful for their support. If you have any surplus medical equipment, ie wheelchairs, crutches etc in a good clean condition and feel that you would like to pass them on, we would be very grateful. Please contact any of the above numbers. We will arrange for collection, also any clean goods you may have and feel that you can donate in order to raise funds for our worthy cause.

We welcome anyone who cares to drop in on Wednesday Mornings at the Social Centre for a cuppa and a chat. There are plans to hold events on a regular basis

Age Concern Costa Cálida, caring for the over 50’s.

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Aretha Louise Franklin was born in Memphis, Tennessee on 25th March 1942. She is one of the giants of soul music, and indeed of American pop as a whole. She has won an incredible 18 competitive Grammy’s and has been honoured twice

by the Grammy’s. More than any other performer, she epitomized soul at its most gospel-charged.

Her astonishing run of late-’60s hits with Atlantic Records--”Respect,” “I Never Loved a Man,” “Chain of Fools,” “Baby I Love You,” “I Say a Little Prayer,” “Think,” “The House That Jack Built,” and several others--earned her the title “The Queen of Soul,” which she has worn uncontested ever since. Franklin’s roots in gospel ran extremely deep. With her sisters Carolyn and Erma (both of whom would also have recording careers), she sang at the Detroit Church of her father, Reverend C.L. Franklin, while growing up in the 1950’s. In fact, she made her fi rst recordings as a gospel artist at the age of 14. It has also been reported that Motown was interested in signing Aretha back in the days when it was a tiny start-up. Ultimately, however, Franklin ended up with Columbia, to which she was signed by the renowned talent scout John Hammond.

The Columbia period continues to generate considerable controversy among critics, many of whom feel that Aretha’s true aspirations were being blunted by pop-oriented material and production. Her work at Columbia was considerably tamer than what was to follow, and suffered in general from a lack of direction and an apparent emphasis on trying to develop her as an all-around entertainer, rather than as an R&B/Soul singer. When

Franklin left Columbia for Atlantic, producer Jerry Wexler was determined to bring out her most soulful, fi ery traits. As part of that plan, he had her record her fi rst single, “I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You),” at Muscle Shoals in Alabama with esteemed Southern R&B musicians. The combination was one of those magic instances of musical alchemy in pop: the backup musicians provided a much grittier, soulful, and R&B-based accompaniment for Aretha’s voice, which soared with a passion and intensity suggesting a spirit that had been allowed to fl y loose for the fi rst time.

In the late 60’s, Franklin became one of the biggest international recording stars in all of pop. Many also saw Franklin as a symbol of Black America itself, refl ecting the increased confi dence and pride of African-Americans in the decade of the civil rights movements and other triumphs for he Black community. The chart statistics are impressive in and of themselves: ten Top Ten hits in a roughly 18-month span between early 1967 and late 1968, for instance, and a steady stream of solid mid-to-large-size hits for the next fi ve years after that. Her Atlantic albums were also huge sellers, and far more consistent artistically than those of most soul stars of the era. Franklin was able to maintain creative momentum, in part, because of her eclectic choice of material, which encompassed fi rst-class originals and gospel, blues, pop, and rock covers, from The Beatles and Simon & Garfunkel to Sam Cooke and The Drifters. She was also a fi ne, forceful, and somewhat underrated keyboardist. Franklin’s commercial and artistic success was unabated in the early 70’s, during which she landed more huge hits with “Spanish Harlem,” “Bridge over Troubled Water,” and “Day Dreaming.” She also produced two of her most respected, and earthiest, album releases, Live at Fillmore West and Amazing Grace. The latter, a 1972 double LP, was a reinvestigation of her gospel roots, recorded with James Cleveland &

the Southern California Community Choir. Remarkably, it made the Top Ten, counting as one of the greatest gospel-pop crossover smashes of all time. Franklin had a few more hits over the next few years “Angel” and the Stevie Wonder cover “Until You Come Back to Me” being the most notable--but generally her artistic inspiration seemed to be tapering off, and her focus drifting toward more pop-oriented material.

Her Atlantic contract ended at the end of the 1970’s, and since then she’s managed to get intermittent hits “Who’s Zooming Who” and “Jump to It” are among the most famous, without remaining anything like the superstar she was at her peak. Many of her successes were duets, with George Michael on “Knew you were Waiting” and with The Eurhythmics on “Sisters are doing it for Themselves” being the most commercially successful. She also had a dalliance with fi lms appearing in the cult classic The Blues Brothers. The 1991 album What you see is What you Sweat saw duets with the likes of Michael MacDonald and Pattie Labelle, as well as proving she can still belt out a great tune with her cover of “Everyday People” which I play regularly on all my shows.

Critically, as is the case with many 60’s rock legends, there have been mixed responses to her later work. Some view it as little more than a magnifi cent voice wasted on mediocre material. In the meantime, despite her lukewarm recent sales record, Aretha Franklin is an institution, assured of the ability to draw live audiences and immense respect for the rest of her lifetime, regardless of whether there are any more triumphs on record in store. Personally I feel Aretha is the greatest female singer there will ever be and although my heart is with the Atlantic recordings, I still enjoy listening to any new recordings that are released. She is truly a legend in every meaning of the word.

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Dear Legal ViewI have a problem and wondered if you could help. I’m aware from your website that in Spain you are exempt from capital gains tax on the sale of your main residence if you are 65 years or over and you have lived in the property for three years or more. Unfortunately my gestor doesn’t seem to be aware of this.

Do you happen to have the name and reference of the law that applies in this case?

I’d be very grateful for your help

ThanksMaggie

Dear MaggieIn accordance with Article 33.4.b of the Law 35/2006 of 28 November 2006, a person is exempt from paying Capital Gains Tax “If they sell their home after they have reached the age of 65 years, or for persons in situations of severe or high dependency as set out in the Law of promotion of personal autonomy and care for people in situations of dependency.”

I hope this answers your query

Dear Legal ViewHelp! Yes it’s happened to me, Squatters (Ocupante Illegal). I have a house which I rent out. For eleven months contract period the rent was paid, but as soon as the contract fi nished the squatters stopped paying the rent the house and also did not take care of it.

I have tried telephoning the Squatters to start negotiations and hopefully compromise but to no avail. Let me say it’s not a language barrier that is the problem as we are all English speakers. The Squatters have been given notice to leave in the hopes they will do the right thing. If they don’t leave how long are we going to endure this stress?

I hope I have done everything correctly so far, and as the Squatters do have a regular income will the judge be on my side? Also is it true that as an owner I have no rights at all? Can the Squatters do as they please? Is there anything else I can do to quicken the process? How busy are the courts in Spain as regards these matters?

I don’t think I am the only one in this situation, so if there is anybody out there with any helpful hints as to help keep myself sane I’d be glad to hear from you.Many thanks, from a distressed house owner.

Dear Homeowner, Of course you have rights as the owner of the property and you must exercise them.

I am afraid you will need a lawyer in order to start a process of eviction. First you will need to send a letter of demand that is notarised to the occupants for payment and telling them to vacate the house (your lawyer will do this). It is very important that you have this letter NOTARISED; any other form of communication is not suffi cient. In the letter of demand, you give them a short period (3 or 4 days) to pay and vacate the house. If they do not reply to the request, you must fi le an EVICTION action.You will need an attorney and “procurador” (not known in UK – all court matters have to go through him) and the time taken depends on how busy they are in the courts. (Totana courts can take up to a year, Orihuela courts take between 3 to 4 months.)

Generally the occupants do not go to court and, after a short period, the court sentences in favour of the owner and the “procurador” and the clerk of the court are instructed to proceed with the eviction of the occupants.

You will be able to claim all rent due as per letter of demand and rent due during the period of the proceedings, plus court costs.

Legal View supplied by Pepe Silvente

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Hospital waiting lists capped by law at six monthsFor the fi rst time ever, a legal limit on waiting lists for surgery has been imposed. A Royal Decree approved yesterday in Parliament states that no patient can wait more than six months for an operation. The types of surgery included in the decree are cardio-vascular operations, cataracts, and hip and knee replacements. This applies wherever the patient lives and however far they are from their nearest hospital. The law will gradually widen its scope over the near future, placing time limits on outpatient consultations and other therapeutic or diagnostic procedures.Certain types of operation are not included in the decree, such as artifi cial insemination or similar, emergencies, and transplants, since some of these will have to be dealt with immediately and others may be held up for longer than six months – for example, whilst awaiting a suitable donor in order to carry out transplant surgery. Waiting lists will be prioritised according to the seriousness of the patient’s condition, risk of death or disability, or serious reduction in quality of life.

Siesta during work time ‘improves productivity’Experts in Germany are recommending the so-called ‘Spanish yoga’ during working hours – they claim taking a siesta midway through the day improves employees’ productivity and accuracy. Some fi rms in Japan, Austria and the USA have already done so, with the working day broken up to allow staff to take a power-nap when they need it.“Intelligent companies know the importance of a ‘repair’ break in maintaining productivity, creativity and motivation in workers,” says Mario Ohoven, president of the German Federation for Small and Medium Enterprises, in a column in German newspaper, Bild. Ohoven also stresses that offering ‘attractive working conditions’ made the fi rm itself appear more attractive, making it easier to recruit qualifi ed and experienced staff.Medical insurers agree with Ohoven’s views, with a loss adjuster from Germany’s largest public health co-operations, Barmer, saying: “A 15-minute kip can help, as can a short walk in the fresh air, combating the habitual tiredness after lunch.”Loss adjuster Ursula Maschall is also supported by union leader Annelie Buntenbach in her column in the daily newspaper, Die Tagezeitung. “In many southern European

countries, the siesta is no longer considered essential, given that most workplaces have air-conditioning, but it is till a very healthy habit,” she says. So far, only solicitor Erwin Heller has said taking a siesta in the middle of the working day is ‘impractical’, and a fi ve-year-old boy, Juri, was quoted in the newspaper as saying siestas were for ‘wimps’!

Madrid set to bid for 2020 Olympic GamesMADRID is hoping to host the 2020 Olympics, after its bid to do so in 2012 and 2016 failed. Having lost out to London and Rio de Janeiro, Spain’s capital does not intend to give up and is already preparing its candidature, according to secretary of state for sport, Jaime Lissavetzky, and vice-mayor of the city, Manuel Cobo.Lissavetzky says that between 70 and 80 per cent of the infrastructure needed to host the Olympic Games is already in place, which he believes should make Madrid’s campaign stronger. This time, they will be up against Rome, Istanbul and the South African city of Durban. However, the latter may be considering withdrawing its candidature, in spite of South Africa’s success as the 2010 Football World Cup venue. Concerning the fact that Madrid has repeatedly been turned down, city mayor Alberto Ruiz Gallardón pointed out this week that the Korean city of Pyeongchang has recently won the chance to host the 2018 Winter Olympics on its third attempt, having been rewarded for its ‘constancy and perseverance’.

Bullfi ghting banned in Catalunya from January 2012CATALUNYA has offi cially banned bullfi ghting from January 1 next year, a decision that has been welcomed by animal rights enthusiasts and slammed by bull-breeders. Only the right-wing PPC voted against wiping out these bloodthirsty events, saying there should have been a moratorium of three years and the decision reconsidered in January 2015.The PPC has also opened a can of worms by calling for a review of the compensation to be awarded to those in the bullfi ghting industry as a result. Party head, Rafael Luna, argued that in the middle of a recession with 700,000 people in Catalunya on the dole, entire hospital wards being shut down due to lack of funds and public money ploughed into basic

social services being drastically cut back, the regional government could not allow itself the ‘luxury’ of paying compensation to those likely to lose their jobs as a result of the bull ban.Luna says these people are not only breeders and matadores, but also ticket offi ce workers, on-duty medical staff, farmers, and transport fi rms. The total amount would be between 300 and 500 million euros. Luna says this amount would be enough to pay the costs generated in a whole year for three major hospitals in the region.The compensation was originally envisaged to cover 99 years of cession of bull-related activities, something that CiU leader Josep Rull calls ‘absurd’.“This would involve compensating bullfi ghters who have not even been born yet, or are too young to know that they might have been bullfi ghters when they grew up,” he adds.Rull also says that if the PPC is so concerned about the public cost of paying off those involved in the industry as a result of the ban, they should look at the multi-million fi gures involved in the government’s support of bullfi ghting.

Valuable manuscript disappears from Santiago de Compostela CathedralPolice have launched a widespread search after a hugely valuable illuminated manuscript disappeared from the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Northern Spain.This edition of the Codex Calixtinus is thought to date from around 1150 and is considered the very fi rst guidebook for mediaeval pilgrims following the “Camino de Santiago”. Its value is considered incalculable and as such the manuscript would be unsaleable on the open market.Its purpose was largely practical - to collect advice of use to pilgrims heading to the shrine there. It also included sermons and homilies to St James.On Wednesday afternoon, the book was reported missing. Only the dean of the cathedral and two other people had access to the room in which it was kept, and the doors show now signs of a forced entry.“We are investigating its disappearance,” a police spokeswoman said. “It is usually kept in a room to which only a handful of people have access,” she said.The Codex is only brought out on special occasions, such as last year’s visit of Pope Benedict, when it is closely guarded.

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August really is beach time – that is if you can actually get on the beach and anywhere near the sea! I remember our fi rst August in Spain and I was open mouthed at the number of people on the beach, ten deep, with brollies touching!

This is a diffi cult time for anyone looking at properties. The agents fi nd it incredibly hot and exhausting and the potential clients wilt in the midday heat – roll on cooler September and October. We tend to see July & August as the quieter months in the housing industry, but it is the time we see many more Spanish enquiries.

Enquiries overall are up around 20% for the fi rst quarter of this year compared the same time last year and this must have something

to do with clients realizing that now is the time to buy, as prices will only remain this low for another year or so. There are a number of 90 – 100% fi nanced properties around, all you need is around 10% + tax, so if you are thinking of investing, now is the time to give us a call.

The Costa Cálida is on average 29% lower than house prices throughout Spain. This doesn’t sound good, but, having said that, it seems to be bringing in the clients and with the exchange rate strong for those wishing to take their money back, it is a good mix.

The average house price in 2008 before the big crash was €216,000 now we are looking at €165,000. Let’s hope at the end of the next quarter we will see a slowing down in

reduction of house prices.

The average cost of a 2 bedroom property at year end 2010 was €139,000 with a 3 bed at €202,000 and a 4 bed being €280,000. It will be interesting to see the difference at the end of 2011. Interestingly the average for Spain was €159,000, €249,000 and €380,000 respectively.

That’s all for this month so bye for now and enjoy the sun!

For more information on buying or selling property contactJennie or Sue at Best of Spanish Email [email protected] or telephone (0034) 635 434 651 or 646 692 471

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It is this time of year that the Fiestas are in full swing and the Camposol Fiesta over the weekend of 25 and 26 June was a great weekend. The weather was perfect. The two days were long, hard but very enjoyable. Saturday morning and our gazebo was erected and decorated. Our three stalls were ready for the onslaught; we had visitors, old and new, coming and supporting us. Thank you to everyone.

Sunday started with the Fun Run and Dog Walk. Well done to all that took part! I hope that you managed to raise those much needed euros for you chosen charity. Our charity raised approximately 700€. There was a prize for the one who collected the most - well done Alan, Carol and Cindy, who single-handedly raised 100€. The Dog Show followed and there were a number of prizes for winners of the different categories. To all the dogs that won their owners a prize - well done! For the others that entered, better luck next time, but beware, I’m sure that next year there will be more dogs entering.

Besides the sponsorship money, the stalls raised a fantastic 811€ on our Tombola, string pull, and sales. Entry fees for the Dog Show went to the Lorca earthquake appeal, organised by Ken Payne and the rest of the personnel of PAL’s. Thank you all.

We had a great weekend and I would like to thank the following people, but as I cannot get round to see you all please accept my sincere thanks here!Fiesta Committee and their helpers.Kev and Alan for getting up at ‘daft o’clock’ to put the gazebo up.Our stall helpers, Terry, June, Jane, Lesley, Sandra, B, Cass, Jan, Kay and Jessica.A very special thanks goes to Bob, Sylvi and Jane. Without you three and the extra work you did, it would have been much harder.

Don’t get too hot this month.Andrea.

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Dear Jennifer,I wonder if there are other women in the depths of despair, as I am presently. I am 50 years old and have gone through the menopause recently. It was not easy for me and my partner of 18 years, but we pulled through. Before the menopause, I used to be attractive, confi dent and loved life, but since the menopause, my self-esteem has taken a nosedive. To make matters worse, my partner seems to become more confi dent in his ways, is charming and seems to be getting attention from other women. Why is life so unfair? Men look more distinguished as they grow older, while women just have more wrinkles to show for it. I have seen other women fl irt with him and this makes me feel threatened. My fading looks and his new-found confi dence is putting a wedge in our relationship. Although he has assured me that he has no intention of leaving me and starting a new relationship, I can’t help but feel that in time, he will. No one wants to be “saddled with an old woman when they can have the pick of the crop”. Help!Sandra

Dear Sandra,I am sure other women empathise with you. Menopause can be cruel, as it can often rob women of their self-confi dence, but with HRT and other medication now available, there is no reason why you can’t reclaim your confi dence. While make-up, grooming and clothes can improve the way you look, the one area I feel you have to work on is your self-limiting beliefs about yourself and your relationship.

I just fi nished reading the book,”The Warmth of the Heart Prevents your Body from Rusting” by Marie de Hennezel. In the book, she states “It is obvious that if women lose confi dence in themselves following the menopause, and feel they are responsible for their partner’s failure to perform, they

will become mired in the belief that they are less attractive, and, consequently, sound the death knell of their relationship”. I would also add “beware of self-fulfi lling prophecies”.

At present, your ‘Silver Fox’ of a partner has assured you that he still loves you, so why doubt his sincerity unless there is evidence to the contrary. Yes, it is diffi cult seeing other women fl irt with your partner and vice versa, but confrontation without justifi cation or evidence can destroy your relationship quickly. Remember, doubt erodes trust, even in the strongest of relationships. You and your partner have a happy past, but you are ruining the present and threatening your future. You are obsessing about something which does not represent the true reality of who you are. Instead of being insecure about your looks, why not revitalise the romance you once cherished. You can’t turn back time, but you can embrace what you have presently. A loving relationship is not based on good looks; rather it is based on the love, joy, communication, respect and trust that two people give to each other so go and enjoy your life to the fullest.Jennifer

Dear Jennifer,Two years ago, my only son left his wife and children after 15 years of marriage. He lost his job, went through redundancy, became moody and suddenly decided he wanted to be single again. He has since met another woman and has moved in with her and her children.

I have tried to talk to my son and pleaded with him to return to his family, who are struggling fi nancially. He won’t see sense and I am ashamed of his actions. I come from a generation where you don’t just walk out on your family, but try to make a relationship work, no matter what the cost. I also feel that I am betraying my son if I take my daughter-in-law’s side in the matter.

I cry myself to sleep every day and I constantly worry about my grandchildren. This is making me depressed at a time of life when I should be enjoying my retirement and surrounding myself with a loving family.Suzy

Dear Suzy,It is very diffi cult being torn between those that you love, but you have to respect the choices that your son has made. He is an adult and must, therefore, take full responsibility for his actions, no matter how painful. Pleading with him to change his mind will inadvertently add tension to your relationship. There might be reasons why he decided to leave his family, which he may not have shared with you. Things happen in life that we cannot change despite our best intentions and the only way to move forward is to accept “it” for what it is. The pain you feel, however, is understandable and judging by your own values, his actions are inexcusable. Despite what he has done, he will always be your son and the father of his children. No matter what happens presently and in the future, those relationships still stand -battered and damaged though they are.

Perhaps you can try to comfort your daughter-in-law and reassure her that you will never condone what has happened and that you will always be there to support her emotionally, should she need it. Your grandchildren need their “Nana” as well and it will help them adjust to the new living arrangements if they are assured of your continued love for them.Jennifer

If you would like Jennifer to answer any of your questions, please submit your question as a word document to the Costa Cálida Chronicle with the heading, “Ask Jennifer” or email your question to Jennifer Rahman at [email protected].

Puerto Lumbreras Christian Fellowship now meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday each month at 11.00am in the premises of the Spanish Evangelical Church Puerto Lumbreras Tel 619453283 Paul and Sandra

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The jungle drums are getting louder by the minute. EFT is making headlines up and down the Costas. EFT is the acronym for Emotional Freedom Techniques, an energy therapy well established in the USA, UK and Australia and is now available in Costa Blanca and Costa Cálida. EFT has a proven track record in bringing quick, effective pain relief, removing phobias, depression, some addictions and is so safe that it can be used on children as well as animals.

Too good to be true? Not so, says Jennifer Rahman, an English woman, who is one of a small handful of EFT practitioners promoting this new energy therapy in Spain. “It is well known that the body is made up of energy fi elds. This belief can be traced back to ancient civilisations and related medicinal practices. Even acupuncture, which is 5,000 years old, is based on this premise and acupuncturists use needles to balance the body’s energy fl ow or “chi” by unblocking pressure and energy build up in the body. However, not everyone takes kindly to the use of needles, especially those with a phobia for needles. Modern science found a way of harnessing ancient energy practices and amalgamating it with today’s psychological principles resulting in Emotional Freedom Techniques. EFT uses gently tapping motions on known acupressure points on the body while using affi rmations to neutralise negative emotions held in the unconscious mind. In 95% of cases, clients can reap the benefi ts of EFT quickly and may only require one session, saving time and money. More complex cases may require additional sessions but the good news is that benefi ts are long lasting. In fact, many users and practitioners worldwide often refer to EFT as emotional acupuncture with a difference”.

Jennifer also believes that EFT is not a fad and has its place alongside other complementary energy therapies such as Reiki. It has certainly revolutionised the application of modern energy therapies. It has been recently approved for the treatment of mental health patients in the UK. Such is its escalating popularity that it is becoming somewhat of a celebrity “must have” and there are famous users of EFT including golfers and high profi le sports celebrities who use it for personal development, quelling anxiety, addressing weight-loss issues or to enhance sports performance. EFT also played a major part in helping survivors of the recent Japanese earthquake and tsunami, overcome their personal trauma and grief. Jennifer is clear to point out that EFT is not a replacement for medical care, but may be used to complement recovery and rehabilitation.

For a FREE consultation and to fi nd out more about EFT, visit: www.lifemaxxinternational.com or contact Jennifer on: 63 4358 310 (mobile). All enquiries are strictly confi dential and no details will be forwarded to third parties.

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Hi there from Bob with news from Welcome since last month. Before that, though, I hope that you are all enjoying the summer, whether that’s lying around the pool, down on the beach, or just lazing away the days with a beer or two. Maybe you’ve got the grandkids

coming to stay now that the schools have broken up, or are you escaping the heat and jetting back to the UK for a while. W h a t e v e r your plans, do enjoy the good

weather, and don’t forget to drink plenty of water and to slap on the sun-block.

Our June Dance saw us regaled by the one-and-only Chas Hodges from Chas and Dave fame; plenty of pub songs and stories of life in the East End. And can’t he play that piano! Enjoyed by all, and congratulations to Rosemary and Haydn for getting him here. He was supported by everyone’s favourites, The Beagles, with everybody dancing away as usual. Did you

see me doing the twist with Richard? I can get down OK, but getting up again required a bit of a yank from Fran! Another excellent night!

Our Monthly Meeting was on July 2nd with Rosemary assisted by Ann who told us of

forthcoming events. Rosemary also confi rmed next year’s Cruise which will be around the Greek Islands and calling at Istanbul. This will leave on May 14th and already has attracted a lot of interest, with coach number 2 fi lling up. Now, I don’t know if you realise it, but next year is the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, so I won’t be going, but don’t let this put you off! They don’t have icebergs in the Mediterranean! For more details, contact Rosemary on 620105179.

Tickets on sale at the meeting were for the September Dance on 28th, which features Sunset, Rae Daniels and the delectable Maria O’Hara. Just €8 and €5 more for pork escalope and chips. Tickets for this are still available from Rosemary.

Coming up on October 26th is the return of Ricky Lavazza, who was very popular on his last visit, and tickets for this are sure to sell out fast. They will be on sale at the August 6th meeting. Also appearing that night will be the fabulous former singer- of- the - year on the Costa del Sol, Laura Ellen. Don’t miss this one at 9€!

Other tickets still available are for August 24th Dance at Mariano’s, Camposol, with the lovely Lucinda, and our very own Beagles. €6 only, and €5 for optional chicken and chips.

There are a couple of rooms left for our Annual Trip to Benidorm from 17th to 19th October. 120€ for 2 nights, 3 days staying at the 3 star very central Hotel Helios. The price includes coach, half board at the hotel, a trip to a fantastic bodega and also the Valor chocolate factory.

Book/Jigsaw Swap is closed for August and reopens on September 13th, at the ICA clinic on the main dual-carriageway on Camposol B. Further details from Jo on 669457985.

Fun Petanca is on the last Wednesday of the month at Mariano’s Camposol at 4.00pm during the summer time when it’s a bit cooler. Call Les on 968131880 for more information.

Welcome is open to all; there’s no membership, just come along, meet new friends and old, and have fun. All dances are held at Mariano’s, Camposol A and are non-smoking. For details of all events, call Rosemary on 620105179, or email [email protected], or visit www.welcomegroupspain.com

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SPANGLES PERFORM FOR THE NEW MAY-OR OF LOS ALCÁZARES

Spangles performed twice in one week for Anastasio Bastida, the newly-elected Mayor of Los Alcázares. For the fi rst time in their history, Spangles was invited to take part in the ‘Corales del Mar’ in the beautiful Iglesia de la Asunción, alongside ladies’ choirs from Cartagena and Los Alcázares.

If you have seen Spangles perform, you will know that it is defi nitely not their style to stand still and sing behind songbooks, and this performance was no exception, with them fi nishing with a very lively rendition of La Bamba, much to the delight of the pre-dominantly Spanish audience. “It was an honour and a pleasure to perform for our new Mayor in such beautiful surroundings” said Anthea Prentice, co-Chorus Manager. “We joined Anastasio Bastida and the ladies’ choirs afterwards at a local restaurant, where we all enjoyed singing together. We hope that we can forge strong links between us and perform together again in the future.”

Five days later, the Mayor attended a show featuring Spangles at another beauti-ful venue, Hotel La Encarnación, which has been family-owned since the early 1900’s and is steeped in history. It is famous for its ‘Balñeario Thermales’ or thermal spa where the original treatment rooms and sunken marble baths, remain to this day. The in-ner patio is a sight to behold, with balconies festooned with greenery and fl owers, where guests can enjoy a relaxing drink and soak up the tranquil atmosphere. This is where Span-

gles, Viva Quartet and Smithy entertained a packed audience. Spangles opened the sec-ond half of the show with the two songs that made them Gold Medal Barbershop Champi-ons of Spain and Portugal, which roused the audience. They then had them rolling in the aisles with their performance of ‘What Shall We Do with a Drunken Sailor?’ with Anthea playing a convincing, inebriated ‘marinero’. “The song is complex and fairly diffi cult to learn, but we enjoy performing it and love to amuse our audiences too” commented Musi-cal Director, Gail Grainger. “We’ve been working hard on a new CD, which will be out some time after the sum-

mer, so we have had some exciting moments this year. After our summer break in August, we will be learning new songs and brushing up on our Christmas repertoire, ready for the festive season.”

Spangles welcomes new members, so if you’re looking to make new friends and en-joy singing, why not visit Spangles when

they rehearse at Las Claras? They meet every Thursday from 10.30am to 1.00pm.

Please call Lyn on 968 432 525 or Anthea on 968 334 527 to book Spangles or to fi nd out how to join, or visit the website: www.spangleschorus.com Photographers: Sue Thomason and Adrian Chorley.

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The new DFS store is now open, just 1 0 0 0 m from the old one. It is situated b e t w e e n I C E L A N D and Decathlon in San Javier. The new bigger DFS STORE now has its own CAR PARK, actual sized room settings, baby changing facilities, and a Kids area with TV. There is a also a new SOFA DESIGN Programme that allows you to choose colour options on certain models and see them in situ before you order. As well as the large furniture range, DFS have some clearance offers on fi nishing touches including Lamps, Pictures and Rugs from only 3€. Come and take a look.

DFS SpainPaul Airey0034- 968-334-194 fax 195.UK Local Call number 0845-8696991

OPENING HOURSMONDAY - FRIDAY 09.30 - 17.30SATURDAY 10.00 - 13.00Excluding Spanish Bank and Public HolidaysSUNDAY CLOSED

For an updated list go to www.dfsspain.com/offersA division of Premier Spanish Properties S.L.

25 members of ADAPT joined in the annual Aidemar event called “Aidemarch” on Saturday 9th July in San Javier. There were 1500 participants altogether, divided into runners who raced to complete the 3 kilometre route and those who decided

to make it a more leisurely stroll. The event was accompanied by dancers and monitors from Aidemar, an association that works with special needs children and adults, with face painters and clowns for the children and a great atmosphere of music and fun. The walk ended on the promenade of Santiago de la Ribera and all 25 members completed the distance with ease whilst enjoying being part of such a worthwhile event. Perhaps next year we’ll train for the running race, or maybe we’ll make that the year after! Our next ADAPT meeting will be held on Saturday 3rd September at 11am in Castelar College, San Pedro del Pinatar.

For more information about ADAPT visit www.adaptsanpedro.eu

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“Highly successful” was how U3A Chairman Bob Hill described the fi rst in the series of this year’s three summer meetings held at La Rustica Restaurant (formerly Los Arcos) on Thursday 30th June. Chris Sumter and Maeve Faulkner of The Samaritans gave a talk on the history, ethos and also the structure of the Samaritans in this area and explained that the Samaritans now cover the whole of Spain. There is always a need for volunteers, both in the area of Listening and Logistics. Chris and Maeve then answered questions from the

fl oor.

Following this talk, there was a short, but very amusing presentation by Ian Nolan and Kevin Cassidy of ‘La Finca Hoya de Cadenas’. The fi nca is one of the major wine producers in the Valencian region. The subject of the presentation was to provide information on their Winery Tours. A great deal of interest was shown by the members and it seems probable that a trip will be arranged for later in the year. The U3A Meeting was extremely

well attended and Jean Logan, Deputy Membership Secretary was “Delighted once again to welcome a signifi cant number of new members”. The U3A Summer Meetings are designed as social events with table-top-sales of books, cakes, bric-a-brac and a tombola. Existing U3A Members are able to meet and greet old, as well as new friends. The last ‘summer meeting’ took place at La Rustica on 28th July.

Raquel Peña’s Flamenco for All Dance Centre, located in Pilar de la Horadada and San Pedro del Pinatar, won 4 gold medals and one silver (the silver being that the Centre placed 1st & 2nd in the same category) at the recent Mazarrón Dance Competition. They competed with 5 dances and received medals in

all categories.

Irene Martinez received a gold medal and the highest score in the under 13 I n t e r m e d i a t e l e v e l s , Lucy Steward tied for the gold in the under 21 beginners levels (Lucy has Downs Syndrome and is a shining example of what

can be achieved). The adult group, almost all senor citizens, won highest score and gold medal for adult solo, by Valerie McGlade and The Flamenco for All Dancers highest scores and a gold and a silver for adult groups. The majority of these students are from the UK, but also from Austria, Norway and Spain, truly proving that Flamenco is for all. For more information on the Flamenco For All Dance Centre, Social Club and performances please contact us on 630 689 431.Raquel PeñaDirector Flamenco for All Dance Centre

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I am so fortunate that I live in the natural reserve that borders on the Embalse de la Pedrera, and in this column I get to write about my love of the wild fl owers and the conservation on the area, but there is so much more to this part of Spain than meets the eye, not only is the region rich in native fl ora, but there is huge diversity of fauna as well, including birds and reptiles.

This month I will diversify slightly & focus on two of the many reptiles that we encounter here at Casa La Pedrera. The fi rst is the impressive Ocellated Lizard; in Spanish lagarto ocelado. This photo was taken in our tea garden and it pops out regularly for a bite to eat, here pictured eating a tomato. Its natural diet is very varied and normally consists of large insects, especially beetles, other reptiles, frogs, and small mammals including baby rabbits. It also robs birds’ nests for their eggs, and eats plant matter and fruit.

The Ocellated Lizard is actually the largest lizard resident in Europe, growing to an adult size between 40 and 60cm and sometimes reaching 90cm. They are very active at the moment as breeding occurs in late spring and early summer, often accompanied by violent fi ghts between males over territory and the right to mate with a female. Generally 5 to 12 eggs are laid between June and July in the ground and hatch in about 3 months. The lizard is preyed upon by Eagles such as the Short Toed (aguila culebrera) Large snakes such as the Montpellier snake, which is also a regular at La Pedrera, will take young and juveniles, but believe it or not, a fully grown adult only has one real enemy - man!

The obvious reason is the destruction of its natural habitat and the other is the fact that the hunters kill the lizard, fearing that it will eat all of the partridge eggs & young rabbits. In the past, larger lizards were not only hunted, but eaten as well. The Ocellated Lizard was and still is, part of the cuisine of Extremadura, Spain. In this region, there is a speciality known as lagarto con tomate. This dish is made by frying slices of lizard in olive oil, after which they are stewed with tomatoes and onions on a slow fi re in an earthenware pot however this practice has been outlawed due to the lizard being a protected species. We hope, with the protection of this species and the fact that they can live for up to 25 years, they will be around at Casa La Pedrera for many years to come. Another long- lived reptile to mention is the Montpelier Snake or culebra bastarda. It is the most common snake that we fi nd here at in the nature reserve which can grow up to 2 metres and you may come across it, as it is active during the day time. It has a narrow head and a very pronounced “eye-brow” over a large eye, making it easy to distinguish. Luckily for my 7 year old daughter, who happened to stand on one’s tail, receiving a venomous bite is highly unlikely, due to the fact that the fangs are at the very back of the top jaw, plus its venom is low toxicity, so it is not considered dangerous to humans. It can however be very frightening to confront one, as in her case. The snake reared up aggressively, hissed very loudly and fl attened out its neck like a cobra. This is apparently normal behaviour for this species of snake, as when it is disturbed or threatened, it can emit a loud and persistent hiss.

There are a total of 13 different species of snakes in Spain of which fi ve are venomous. Snakes are actually quite widespread in Spain and I am sure many of you have come across their fl attened bodies on the road. Most people react with horror when I confi rm there are snakes, but I always point out that they are a good indicator of a healthy and diverse countryside. The truth of the matter is that even though the snakes are relatively common, they are diffi cult to come across, as they are shy and retiring. In all my years of living and walking in the campo, I have only ever seen a handful, so do not let the fact that there are snakes living here, deter you from walking. Remember you can always drop into the tea garden to pick up a walking guide and now we are open from 9.30am to 9.30pm so you can avoid the hottest parts of the day. Most of our visitors however, are to be found in the pools at this time of the year, having taken part in one of the many activities that we offer here at Casa La Pedrera. Keep up to date with our events this summer and visit our website for more information at www.thingstodoinspain.info

Due to the success of their performance at the recent Music Arts and Craft Festival RAQUEL PEÑA DANCE GROUP will be performing with her professional dance group at Casa la Pedrera, the grand design house on Wednesday 10th & 24th at 6.30pm. Tickets are available @ 6€ for adults & 4€ for kids from the Tea Garden at Casa La Pedrera or by calling Jenni on 660816620. Local Spanish charity AFA (Asociación de Familares de Enfermos de Alzheimers) will be the benefi ciary.

Until next month; enjoy the summer.... Jenni

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The Girl Guides Association of Cartagena (AGCT) has developed in collaboration with the Department

of Tourism Ayto de Cartagena a series of guided tours of the city of Cartagena, in order to fi nancially support the recovery of the city of Lorca after the earthquake.

The tours took place during July, but will also be available on Mondays during August starting at 19:00hrs. The meeting point for visits will be the Offi ce of Tourism, Gateway Place, San Jose Bastarreche. As for the itinerary, the tours will go through the streets and squares of the city from

downtown to SerretaBastarreche, visiting the Church of Charity, entering Plaza San Francisco and ending with a tour of Main Street to the Palace Hall.

At the beginning of the visit, donation envelopes will be provided for the Bureau of Lorca.

To join this tour, please register your interest at:Cartagena Tourist Offi ce: 968506483Antonio D. Fruits: 649265001Ana Branch: 618811780

Animals for AdoptionThis black Labrador puppy was seen wandering along the middle of a main road with his brother. He is approx 4 months and a typical playful Labrador. We have named him Harry.

Nando was found abandoned near a shopping centre. He is approx 10 months, good with other dogs but he is not happy near cats. He is a little diamond and he loves people. He

is going to be a medium sized. He loves his food and will eat anything you put in front of him. Nando is very obedient; he sits on command and waits for you to put his lead on. His fosterer tells us that whoever gets this little beauty is very lucky and will have a friend for life.

Curly was found dodging cars on the N332 near to La Mata. He does not have good eyesight so it was amazing that he was not hit by a vehicle. He was in terrible condition with lumps on his tail and his body, and his eyes were almost closed due to dry eye syndrome. His poor condition we believe is probably due to an inadequate diet all his life. He has had surgery to remove the lumps and he has also been neutered. He is now in relatively good condition for a 6 year old Poodle/Airedale cross and he really enjoys life. His tail is always wagging.

Four small kittens were placed into a cardboard box and dumped outside a local cemetery. They were collected by an off duty police offi cer and he brought them to us. Each one is in good condition and now available for adoption.

For more information please call 611 606 001Email: [email protected]

To view more animals for adoption please go to: www.petsinspain.info

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The latest natural therapy treatment has fi nally reached the Mar Menor. Happy Feet Foot Spa is situated downstairs at Shape & Tone Wellness Centre and uses only genuine and authenticated Garra Rufa (or Dr.Fish). Originally from southern Turkey, for centuries Garra Rufa, have been known for softening and cleansing the skin of people who bathed in hot springs where the fi sh thrived.

So what does the Garra Rufa fi sh do?These fi sh basically nibble on areas of dry skin, especially around heels and soles of the feet and fi nger nails. For psoriasis or eczema sufferers, the fi sh target the plaques — areas of sore, red and thickened skin. These fi sh produce a natural process that is similar to exfoliation by schooling together and concentrating on the areas of the skin which are in most need of treatment. Using this technique of nibbling and sucking, the Garra Rufa is able to gently peel the layer of dead skin from the foot, but leaves the under layer of healthy skin untouched. During this process it is said that the fi sh secrete an enzyme that helps with the healing process and rejuvenation of the skin. The fi sh are very effective at what they do and provide a

very relaxing and de-stressing sensation that can best be described as a focused micro-massage. It is often found that the most effi cient treatment is performed by younger fi sh and this is likely to be due to the fact that younger fi sh require a larger, more immediate intake of nutrients for growth. In addition, a smaller size of fi sh within a tank allows for greater numbers and many small mouths are an advantage over fewer large ones.

Firstly and most importantly our fi sh are treated like pampered pets. They are fed supplements every day to ensure the correct balance in diet. They are not overcrowded and live and swim in around 1 litre of crystal clear fresh water per fi sh at temperatures around 30ºC.

Research has shown similarities between the suck of the fi sh and the expert prodding and poking performed by an acupuncturist or a refl exologist. The rest, as they say, is history. When you visit our air-conditioned centre and immerse your feet into the warm water, these curious little dermatologists start to feed and remove all the dead skin, bacteria and impurities clinging to your feet, literally

eating all the bad stuff off of you. You’re left with smooth, baby-soft, supple and young skin, free of smears, bad oils, unseen bacterial nastiness and everyday pollutants.

International press suggests that the ‘Doctor Fish’ massage technique has proven health benefi ts, 1) It can help people with skin conditions such as: Psoriasis, Eczema & Stress. 2) The nibbling of the fi sh provokes nerve centres to fi re in a way that relaxes tense bodies. Your blood circulation and fl ow is also greatly increased during the treatment, helping break up irritating crystals in the feet, which lead to blockages in circulation. 3) The fi sh hoover up all the daily rubbish that accumulates on your feet, performing the same effect as a peel in a most relaxing way. 4) The fi sh therapy treatment is an incredibly relaxing way to treat the skin. The sensation of the fi sh massage stimulates acupressure points, helping to regulate the nervous system, relax the body and release fatigue.

Our treatments are perfectly safe. The fi sh cannot transfer any diseases and thanks to our unique 6 stage fi ltration system, the water in each tank is changed every 10mins and with the UV lights, kill 99.99% of all bacteria, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene. To put it simply it’s safer than using a swimming pool.

Our prices start from just 10€, so call in now for a natural treatment that is simply out of this world. Downstairs at Shape and Tone Wellness Centre, Avenida Mariano Ballester 5, Los Alcázares, Tel: 661002648. Summer hours Mon – Sat 9-1pm and Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 7-9pm.

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Dear EditorOnce again the weather held good for the annual partying at Camposol of the weekend of 25/26th June. From the noise and amount of empty cans it was enjoyed by many. However, yet again it was wrong to call the festivities a ‘Fiesta’ because clearly it was not. Like it or not, and many do not, we live in Spain. Here a Fiesta is religious festival with celebrations accordingly.Noun – fi esta (plural fi estas) (In Spanish speaking countries) A religious festival. From Spanish fi esta < Latin festum (“feast”).

What Camposol endured was an attempt to transpose to Spain a version of an English carnival. But that failed because all it turned out to be again was a large car-boot sale with hot dogs, paella, beer stalls and unbearably loud music. On top of all this was a (large) person in a yellow top and straw hat who seemed to be in charge. He was very rude to many of the visitors and stall holders. He shouted at me, for instance because I went to park in one of his forbidden zones the day before the carnival started. I didn’t have the heart to point out the spelling mistake on all his yellow tops!

The main thing is many people enjoyed the two days. There was though the traditional medieval British dancing - Ye Olde Line Dancing. The only pity was that there was no attempt to integrate with the people of

our host nation. Maybe next year. The new mayor HAS promised big changes. Maybe he will sort this lot out, after all, he did provide a sizable cash donation.JohnYates A bemused British Resident.

Dear EditorMy name is Antonio Hernandez. I have been a member of the Committee of Totana´s Easter Processions for 3 years. This year we ran a Spanish bar at the Camposol Fiesta for the fi rst time. It was fabulous! We would like to say a very big ‘muchas gracias’, to all of you for joining us and also a very big thanks to the chairman of the Fiesta Committee and all the Fiesta members (specially Señor Dicky) for letting us install our bar.

It was a charity bar, (our organization does not receive any money income from the government) and we do different things to raise funds, like the bar at Camposol Fiesta, or our traditional Valentine´s Day Dinner at Venta la Rata (food, music and presents). We are not professionals on bars, and we did not take any salary (only food and drinks) and we would like to apologize to our clients if they were waiting a long time to be served. We really did try our best!

Every year we spend part of our money doing one charity deed. Over the past 3 years we joined a plan to build a school in

Burkiina Faso (Africa) with the rest of charity organizations of Totana, Alhama, Aledo and Lorca. (It is now fi nished and children are now being taught). Last year we gave some money for children of Peru, and this year it is going to be Spain. We have already sent food, medicines and clothes to Lorca (like many people) and with the money that we raised from the fi esta we will use it in Lorca and in the Easter Processions of Totana.

We really want to say thanks to all of you, and we hope to see you again next year. GraciasHermandad de la negacion y exaltacion de la cruz de Totana.

Dear EditorThe Committee of Andrea’s Animal Rescue would like to congratulate the organizers of the Camposol Fiesta this year. We thought that the whole event was well organized and well supported by the community. Given the weather, the number of people and dogs who endured the sun to participate in the sponsored walk was excellent. The timing and arrangements for the Dog Show afterwards displayed ample consideration for the dogs’ comfort in the hot weather. Our thanks go to the Fiesta organizers for all of their hard work.Terry KirkChairman

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Dear Editor,I thought your readers should know about Chez Zoe down in Puerto De Mazarrón. We had two fabulous lunches there. This lady can really cook in the best South of France style, and very good value. €10 for a menu del dia, which included a mouth-watering salmon and spinach lasagne, and the best homemade strawberry ice cream ever, or €16 for even more exotic options including wine. Chez Zoe has got to be worth at least one trip during your stay in Spain, and go early, because you’ll want to go back.Sandra

MABS MAZARRONWe would like to put the record straight about the rumours circulating about recent events in MABS.

An allegation had been made that we were planning to form an independent breakaway group, and that this was announced by me, Frances Sears, at our monthly meeting held on 31st May. This allegation was sent by email to me by the MABS President on 4th June. We would like to state that we have never had any plans whatsoever to break away from MABS, that no such announcement was made by me, and that this breakaway has never even been discussed. These allegations were apparently made to our President, by phone or email, over a period of several months, by persons unknown to us, and for reasons that we cannot understand. NO communication was received by us from our President that would have easily cleared up the matter. Our President has refused to reveal the source of these phone calls and emails, and instead, is quoting that she is not legally obliged to reveal this information.

As a result of the allegations made against us, 35 volunteers have shown their support for us and resigned their position within MABS Mazarrón. It was felt that we had no alternative but to resign, as we could no longer offer our time and energy to an organisation where it appeared to us that the main management committee no longer trusted us, but preferred instead to act on maliciously manufactured gossip rather than attempt to establish the true facts.

We have been volunteers since MABS Mazarrón was formed, and have done everything that could have been expected of us. To be accused in the way we have, is outrageous and extremely upsetting, considering that we have done nothing wrong. Those responsible should be thoroughly ashamed of themselves, when all we have done is to do our best to help people less fortunate than ourselves.Frances Sears, former DirectorAnn Wamsley, former Fundraiser MABS DISPELS THE RUMOURSMABS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP is Registered Charity number 7261. This number covers MABS in its entirety: four Main Branches (Marina Alta North and South, Murcia and Marbella) and several Branch Area Offi ces including, Valencia, Jávea, Benidorm, Torrevieja, Calasparra, Fortuna and Mar Menor.MABS HQ is in Jávea and, for the past 12 years, the Group has been run very successfully from this location. In fact, the Group has been getting better and

more effi cient as the years have gone on. In order to streamline operations, the fi rst Branch Offi ce Directors were appointed in September 2010 to head up the main Branch Offi ces and their attached Area Offi ces.

In June 2011, it was decided to amalgamate the Mazarrón and Murcia Branches. While most of the Mazarrón volunteers have readily accepted the change, sadly a minority of the volunteers have resigned, considering themselves downgraded to an Area Offi ce. This is not the case; there is no downgrade, simply a new reporting line via MABS Murcia, resulting in smoother running and greater effi ciency all round.

To dispel any rumours, MABS Committee and all Branch Offi ce Directors feel it essential to let everyone know, whether they be volunteers, members, patients, doctors, nurses, carers, drivers, translators or buddies taking a share in the great work that MABS does, that MABS Mazarrón is alive and well, is growing daily and continues to serve the community which has come to rely on them so much. All MABS events in the Area Offi ce of Mazarrón are going ahead; that includes the Caribbean Night with Barrington on 20th August, the MABS Race for Life on October 23rd and the Christmas Fayre in November. All monies raised in Mazarrón will remain in Mazarrón to help those affected by cancer in that area and, following the completion of a full service and related remedial work, the MABS car continues to be used to transport our patients to and from hospital appointments.

Let’s please be clear – at MABS Mazarrón it is business as usual!

There are TWO offi cial MABS websites: www.mabscancersupportgroup.org and www.mabsmurcia.com. Any other websites purporting to speak in the name of MABS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP are nothing to do with registered charity 7261.For more information contact: Lyn Baines, MABS Branch Offi ce Director MURCIA, 693 824 511Linda Richardson, MABS Publicity and Media Relations, 966 856 379

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Mass in English:Is celebrated every Saturday at the Catholic chapel at Pastrana, approximately 10km from MazarrónSchedule of Masses:Saturday at 4:30pmSchedule of Confession: Saturday from 3:45-4:25pm also on requestCatechism for Adults and Bible Study:Every Sunday at 4:30pm (beginning in September)Fr. Carlos Prats 628 824 555Fr. Octavio Carpena 676 219 445www.pastranaonline.com

SAINTSGod gave us Saints for a good reason, He wants to inspire us to emulate their lives and love as they loved Him. Most of the early Saints died as martyrs, giving up their lives because they loved God so much that they willing gave up their lives rather than deny him.

St. Anthony of Padua: canonized in 1232 and perhaps no more loved and admired Saint in the Catholic Church and is commonly referred as the “fi nder of lost articles” and made a Doctor of the Church by Pope Pius XII in 1946.

St. Teresa of Avila: canonized in 1622 founder of the Reformed Carmelite order. In 1970 declared a Doctor of the Church for her writing and teaching on prayer.

St Francis of Assisi: canonized in 1228, founder of all Franciscan orders and with years of poverty and wandering had made Francis ill and he began to go blind. As a special present from God he had the same wounds of Jesus.

St. Ignatius of Loyola: Canonized by Pope Gregory XV on 22 May 1622. Started the Society of Jesus in 1534 also know as the Jesuits. There are 38 Jesuit members declared Blessed and 38 canonized as Saints.

St. Faustina: Canonized by Pope John Paul II 30 April 2000. Had several contacts with Jesus and the Blessed Mother and Jesus said to Her; “Souls who spread the honour of My Mercy I shield through their entire life and at the hour of death I will not be a judge for them, but the Merciful Saviour”

Pray to your favourite Saint and ask that Saint to pray for you and the Kingdom of Heaven could be yours. Christ said “The Kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a fi eld which someone has found; he hides it again, goes off happy, sells everything he has and buys the fi eld” (Matt 13:44)

www.catholic.org/saints

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Photos: Copyright Mark Stocks.www.vistasdemurcia.com120 dancers and their families and friends visit CamposolWhat a fantastic event this was, bringing together dancers, teachers and members of the community of all ages together. Held this year at Mariano’s Restaurant, Camposol, almost 120 dancers from 6 different dance schools took part in the competition, dance workshops, awards presentation and performances on the Camposol Fiesta main stage.

Sponsors: Trudy Anne Show Costa Cálida Radio, Fiestas Camposol, Keith Donovan, Ken Sherwood Garage, Los Canavos Players, Mariano’s Restaurant, Mister Print, Murcia Dance, Professional Teachers of Dancing, Vistas Murcia, over 23 volunteers, and, schools, Dance Extreme, Footwork Dance, Ghost Performing Arts Academy, Murcia Dance, Raquel Peña’s Flamenco Dance School and Totally Dance supported this year’s event.

Without this level of sponsorship and professional support the festival would not have happened. Every ounce of support has brought the aims of the festival alive with energy, passion and enthusiasm.

The young Flamenco Dancer, Irene Martinez who wowed audiences at the 2011 fi esta and who had moved up a level and category in this year’s competition won 1st place in the Intermediate under 13. Training under the guidance of Raquel Peña’s Flamenco Dance School, the school also won 1st place 13-21 years beginner, Lucy Stewart and 1st and 2nd Adult Intermediate.

Ghost Performing Arts Academy entered two dancers into the competition with one of their dancers, Danielle Dickie winning 2nd and 3rd place in the Intermediate under 13 solo category for her Flamenco and Latin dance routines.

Footwork Dance made a considerable

contribution to the competition with 50% of the entries presenting solos, duets, and trios in styles ranging from acro to ballet at levels from novices to advance. They also produced a new category to the event during the festivals consultation process.

Production dance pieces, with beautiful costumes and energised routines were presented by dancers from the age of 3- 70 years old. Being placed in 1st, 2nd and 3rd within many of the entries, they also took the annual awards for Highest Scored Solo - Indala Alvarez Jackson under age 13, and, all of the annual awards for age 13+ section: - Highest Scored Solo - Abbigail DorrillHighest Scored Duet, Rhiane Dorrill and Abbigail DorrillHighest Scored Group, Highest Scored Adult Group, Highest Marked Acro - Abbigail Dorrill.The most promising dancer from this section of the festival is the young beautiful dancer Abbigail Dorrill who presented many styles and many pieces of choreography confi dently at an advanced level of technique and presentation throughout.

Principals’ from Dance Extreme, Jodie Powell and Totally Dance, Susan Faulkner, sponsored and delivered dance workshops with an awesome atmosphere bringing dance groups together in the fun and enjoyable elements of dance.

Dance Extreme with their high energy Urban Street Dance style gained 2nd place in the Advanced Group 13-21 years, 1st and 2nd place in the Intermediate Under 13, and, Highest marked group award in the Under 13. They also presented a sensational 10 minute performance of their skills on the Camposol Fiesta main stage.

Totally Dance, a newcomer to competitions, won Novices Group and Novices Solo 13-21 years, and, gained joint 2nd in the novices Under 13 Group. Principal Susan stated “We have enjoyed ourselves very much in out fi rst competition and will defi nitely be back next year”.

Local dance school, Murcia Dance competed extremely well this year. New dancers are now emerging with much potential and dedication to the beautiful art form of dance. Principal, Louise Bremner is very proud to be working with a committed group of young dancers and their parents. They won 1st and joint 2nd group, 2nd solo and 1st duet under 9 Novices category, Highest Marked Duet Under 13 presented by Jack Dawson and Shannon

Moran and the lovely Jack Dawson received the Annual Trophy for the Most Promising Dancer. They also gained joint 2nd in the Beginners age 13-21 duet.

Exceeding all expectations the support given has truly made MFDB an exciting festival to get involved in for anyone interested in dance, the performing arts and cultural activities. It has brought new visitors to the area and truly raised the quality and profi le of dance in Mazarrón regionally, nationally and internationally. MFDB is in its deepest gratitude to all those that made the inspirational and electric atmospheric event possible.

For more information please visit www.mfdb.net The festival is a project member of the registered Arts & Cultural Association of Murcia.

Beautiful Dancer, Abbigail Dorrill Dances Away with Most of Mazarron Festival de Baile 2011 Top AwardsAbbigail Dorrill from Footwork Dance, a school based in San Miguel De Salinas, Alicante, is at the beginning of her professional career. Dancing from a very early age, she is about to embark on a programme of auditions t h r o u g h o u t Europe. A beautiful dancer, she can present her work in many styles, demonstrating a technical and performance ability to an advanced level.

Within her section age 13-21, Abbigail took many 1st places in her heats and won trophies for highest marked solo, duet (along with her sister, Rhiane Dorrill), group piece, and she also won the most prestigious award ‘The most Promising Dancer’ for her incredible abilities. Mazarron Festival de Baile 2011 felt very honoured to have such a high level of skill and talent entered into the festival this year. “Abbigail is a beautiful dancer destined for a long career in dance. To see Abbigail present her work was an excellent opportunity for all the other dancers attending the festival to aspire to”.

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Dressing For Bed

One of the areas where owners frequently get things unintentionally wrong is the bedding and linen for their holiday rental. Many UK based owners provide a TOG 13 quilt for the winter and a 4.5 quilt for the summer! If you have ever spent the summers here on the Costa Cálida, then you know by now that quilts in summer are not an option, and jumping in the pool at 1am is the only way to keep cool by the time August arrives.

Here are some tips to help you get the beds dressed correctly, whatever the season:

� For quick changeover you will need at least 2 sets of sheets per bed.

� For winter months, a fl at sheet, 4.5 TOG quilt plus a heavy throw or eiderdown should be enough for most guests, who fi nd the Spanish winters mild if coming from the UK!

� In summer a fi tted sheet and fl at sheet is enough, but a thin decorative cover will help “dress” the beds and make the property look more attractive to renters.

� Scatter cushions can also be used to add a touch of colour in summer, at little extra cost.

� Make sure you have plenty of pillows. Always leave 2 spares at the villa in case people need extra for guests.

� If you have a sofa bed, then don´t forget to provide extra pillows and bedding for this too!

� Towels and tea towels are subject to the hardest wear and tear. Be prepared to replace on a regular basis, and at least once per year for towels. Tea towels should be replaced as soon as they start to look stained or dirty, even after washing.

� Bed linen should last about 2 years, unless you have heavy rental traffi c, but again replace as soon as any item looks past its best. We all like to sleep on crisp clean sheets!

� When you buy any new linen, please don´t forget to iron them fi rst before putting on the beds!

Liz Edmiston runs OwnersAway Property Rentals & Management offering a full range of rental management services to property owners on the Costa Calída. Contact Liz on 691977107 or [email protected] for more information or visit the website www.ownersaway.com to view the full range of properties and services.

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Last month we gave you an insight into some of the many activities available throughout the Costa Cálida that can be found in The Essential Guide to the Costa Cálida. Once again we are offering this superb little guide at a discounted price of only €4 for the month of August. Just cut out the voucher and present this at one of the retail outlets and you will get a reduction of €1 on the recommended retail price.

This month we have printed some of the most popular bus and train routes and time tables to help you fi nd your way to some of the towns you might like to visit. What better way to see some of the stunning scenery than relaxing and travelling by bus or train. Many people would not travel by car to Murcia or Madrid, but here in Spain, the train system is extremely good and well worth trying. There is now a tram system in Murcia which takes you from the city centre to two of the large shopping centres, the Nuevo Condomina and the Thader Centre. You will fi nd a huge choice of shops from Ikea to the supermarkets of Eroski and El Campo. There is also a Bowling Alley and many different restaurants, cafés and bars.

Travelling by TrainWhether it’s being wowed by Gaudi’s La Sagrada Família in Barcelona or discovering tapas and culture in Madrid, taking the train gives you the opportunity to explore Spain and Europe at your own speed - and make friends along the way. There’s no more romantic, educational or environmentally friendly way of seeing Europe than from the window of a train. A Eurail Global Pass offers unlimited rail travel through 22 countries on an extensive 220,000 km rail.

Anyone at any age can sign up for a EuRail Pass, as long as they are resident in a country outside the 25 European countries that make up the EuRail Network. European residents can instead purchase an InterRail Pass. These passes allow you to design your own package, stretching from

5 days to three months, with everything from a basic One-country pass to a Global one. The extensive European train network is safe, reliable and eco-friendly. Not only is rail travel green - it is also fun.

Taking the train around Europe is proving ever more popular. Last year, 427,000 passengers travelled with an EuRail Pass, which is an increase of 11.9% on 2009. Most passengers are under 26, but EuRail Passholders are drawn from all age groups, from children to pensioners. They offer fl exibility and are ideal for family holidays, students and couples; children under the age of four travel for free and those up to eleven at half price.For more information visit www.eurailgroup.com or www.eurailtravel.com

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Train TimesCalasparra – Murcia del CarmenDep Arr10.52 11.4322.35 23.25

Murcia del Carmen – CalasparraDep Arr9.36 10.2319.05 19.54

Calasparra – MadridDep Arr10.24 14.1619.55 23.34

Madrid – CalasparraDep Arr07.13 19.5119.00 22.34

This is the published timetable, but it is advisable to check the times when making bookings. First Class tickets are usually available on this route.

Lorca/Totana/Alhama de Murcia – Murcia del CarmenDep ArrLorca 08.20Totana 08.42Alhama de Murcia 08.54 Murcia 09.20

Murcia del Carmen – Alhama de Murcia/Totana/LorcaDep ArrMurcia 21.51 Alhama de Murcia 22.15 Totana 22.26 Lorca 22.52

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We’re on the move!After almost fi ve years of Wellspring Churchbeing based in Bolnuevo, we are in the process of moving to a new facility in Puerto de Mazarrón. It has taken many months of searching and praying about where we move to… it had to be a place which would enable the heart and vision of the Church to function more completely. Well, we have found the building and we are now preparing it for its new purpose of ministering to the needs of many people living in the area.Wellspring has, and continues to be, a Church that reaches out into the community and we see our new building as a tool that will enable us to offer a place of worship, love, hope, faith and blessing in Puerto de Mazarrón.

Victory Churches of Spain will be hosting their very fi rst European Conference at the Playa Grande Hotel on 7 – 9 October this year and Canadian, Brad Dewar, will be speaking about Church growth and Church planting expansion. We are aiming to dedicate our new building around this weekend when all our Pastors are here for the conference. Our thanks to Hotel Playa Grande who have over the last fi ve years, helped us to get Wellspring Church established here in the area.

At the end of June we had a pitch at the Camposol Fiesta and cooked up hotdogs, burgers and served ice cream and tea; our thanks to all of you who purchased food from our stall. We had a great weekend and many of our folk worked really hard to raise money that would be given to ease the situation in Lorca, following the earthquake. I would like to thank the Fiestas Committee who worked tirelessly to put on the event…. Without you guys, we would not have been able to raise the 545€ we did. Someone said to me at the time ‘Why do you not use the money raised to help fi nance the move to the new building?’ The Bible calls us to sow, even in our own time of need… it’s a Biblical principal and we stayed faithful to honour our commitment to bless the people of Lorca. I believe that because we have sown, we have also reaped a harvest. Since the announcement of our move, we have had fi nancial pledges for ten times the amount that we raised at the Fiesta… is that amazing, or what?

All our giftings, skills and fi nances, are seeds that God has blessed us with and the Bible tells us repeatedly that we need to be sowers and not hoarders. In one place it says that God gives seed to the sower and bread to the eater… you see, seed keeps on being given to those who sow, in good times and in bad.Are you sitting on your sack of seed?.... it will always remain a seed sofa !Are you waiting for the conditions to be favourable before you plant?Are you waiting for no wind and rain?Are you afraid of getting your new tractor dirty?If you are waiting for everything to be just right, you will never sow and bless others. Scripture often uses the farmer as an example of how we need to be fruitful in this life and it is such a blessing to sow into the lives of others… that is the heart of Wellspring Church.

We will keep you posted about the progress of our new building. It needs much work to remodel and make ready for our opening and we believe in God for the fi nances and skills to make this happen. God blesses and He uses people to do that. If you feel that you can help us in some way, please give me a call on 620599270 or contact the Church offi ce; details on our website www.wellspringvictorychurch.com God bless you all, Pastor Andrew.

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DOUBLE DELIGHT RAISES OVER FOUR THOUSAND EUROS Saturday 18th June saw a double event at Las Colinas Golf & Country Club in aid of the Costa Blanca Samaritans. Teeing off at 10am with a shotgun start, 80 golfers enjoyed the stunning course on a hot June day with the day’s event well organised by John Stephenson, with all publicity materials and associated printing donated by Canal Print Rioja SL. Sponsoring the main event and providing the prizes for the fi rst team prize John Williams, of Rental & Sales Centre, Los Dolses, presented four fl at screen TV’s to the winners “Steve´s Dream Team” (S Morris; R Wale; D Hancock & A Hanvey) who returned a very creditable 116 points. Also on 116 points, but fi nishing second on countback were W. Stephenson; H Stephenson; J Adams & J Levy and they received a free round of golf courtesy of Las Colinas Golf – presented by Sales and Marketing Director Martin Eastgate . Many other companies had donated prizes for the day including sportswear company Levante Lebache who not only supplied the third prize of four golfi ng outfi ts - won by the ladies team of T. Coppen; S Twentyman; P Johnstone & G, Hunt – but also supplied

every player with a new golfi ng cap as they approached the third tee. Also up for grabs, but not won on the day, was a car for a hole-in-one supplied by Talleres Martinez of San Miguel. The car, a brand new Ford Focus in an unusual metallic golden fi nish, was parked by the par 3, 14th and attracted much interest and added extra fun with attempts to win it on the day. The evening Dinner Dance, organised by Costa Blanca Samaritans Fundraiser Denise Brown, was also a sell-out with over 80 guests enjoying a four course meal at the fabulous outdoor setting of Las Colinas Clubhouse to the music of the LA Concert Band. The guests then took to the dance fl oor, dancing until the early hours to the fantastic music of Brat Pack style singer Paul Allen. Speaking to the guests on behalf of the Costa Blanca Samaritans was President Steve Ashley. Steve thanked all the many companies and individuals who had contributed and sponsored both events for their fantastic input and support. The event coincided with news that the Costa Blanca Samaritans are now to become “The Samaritans in Spain” as they are receiving calls from all over Spain on their helpline 902 88 35 35 and the call centres are now open 7 nights a week 8-12pm offering

non-judgemental emotional support to the distressed. During the evening the Grand Raffl e Draw took place with 35 prizes in all, including such delights as a new set of Big Bertha Callaway Clubs, supplied by Shaun Robinson of Chemies/Villamartin Golf Society, and a magnifi cent week’s golfi ng holiday in Marrakech donated by Mohamed of www.morocco4golf.com. A full list of prize winners is available from Canal Print Rioja or by contacting Denise at [email protected] Over four thousand euros was raised on the day; a truly fantastic amount and everyone is looking forward to next year’s event - already planned for Las Colinas Golf on the 16th June 2012.

Graeme Clarkwww.costablancasamaritans.com

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Photos: Copyright Mark Stocks.www.vistasdemurcia.com

At the end of June members from the local Mazarrón Bahia Lions visited Lorca along with Lions District Governor MD116A Ma Esperanca Pelegrín Feliu and Lions Zone Chairman MD116A Jarmo Peltonen to begin talks with the local council and assess the situation to see where money raised locally and relief funds sent in from other Lions Groups would be best spent in the relief efforts since the 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck just outside of Lorca on 11 May.

Many have been left homeless, or facing the prospect of months, if not years, of work ahead to restore damaged property.

D r i v i n g t h r o u g h the city centre you can see the coloured tags indicating the inspection of buildings that are safe to reoccupy or require major s t r u c t u r a l work to make safe again and some are marked for demol i t ion. A l t h o u g h

from the news most people have seen the devastation to old buildings and churches, the structural impact to newer buildings has also been severe. In some areas the damage only appears cosmetic, but as this visit revealed, often the damage inside many buildings is far worse.

The Lions’ meeting with representatives from the council took place at the distribution centre where all the donations are being received. Currently only four people are running the centre, relying on the help of volunteers to see through the work that still needs to be done. Operating every day since the earthquake struck, the immediate fl ood of support pushed through the enormous job of coordinating relief efforts, getting food and water to where it was needed quickly and effectively as possible, but as the weeks have passed, volunteer numbers have diminished, while there is still a great need to continue the work.

After the quake, large companies from all the major supermarkets and retailers have delivered pallets of water and bedding which can be easily organised and distributed in large numbers to where they are needed. Unfortunately this leaves mixed bags of donations as a lower priority because they are a labour intensive job. Items donated in bulk, such as bags of rice, have the advantage of being processed easily and distributed fairly, highlighting the need for volunteers to go in and take on the task of sorting through the individual boxes that are still awaiting attention.

The centre’s immediate priority has been to take care of the people left homeless living in the tents set up by the government. With few facilities at their disposal and many having no work and family’s to feed, volunteers are working daily to aid relief efforts.



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Thanks to the generous support and donations from people locally, and a cheque from Lions International I m m e d i a t e Aid Fund, which was presented on the day by the Mazarrón Bahia Lions Club for 7100€, the people will be able to provide food for 8 days

for around 400 people made homeless and living in tents in the centre of Lorca.

The council are looking at options for pre-fabricated houses, or renting property to start re-homing those that have lost everything, but for the moment, people will be living at the camp until a solution can be found and one by one they can be helped to get back on their feet.

With the s i t u a t i o n in Lorca the Lions o b j e c t i v e has been to fi rst provide i m m e d i a t e a s s i s t a n c e and secondly to look at where long term support is needed to assist relief efforts for the community. By working with the council in

Lorca to identify where the Lions can be most effective, a number of projects were identifi ed in the meeting, including the Centro de Desarrollo Infantil, The Child Development and Care Centre that took heavy damage.

E s t i m a t e d at around 1 5 0 , 0 0 0 € to repair, the centre is just one of the many commun i t y causes that r e q u i r e a t t e n t i o n . The damage inside (see photos) is far worse than it would appear from the exterior. At the time of the quake fortunately nobody was in the facility. From the destruction inside, to the dangers of evacuating into the streets surrounded by high rise apartments, the situation could have been so much more severe. It is clear now that nowhere is totally safe, and in case another quake should hit, the council are looking at the option of building an entirely new facility away from the high rise to safe guard the young people in the centre.

By raising the profi le of the needs found in Lorca to a national and international level, the 16 m e m b e r s of the M a z a r r ó n B a h i a Lions hope that a real d i f f e r e n c e can be made. In cases of natural d i s a s t e r s such as this, the Lions Foundation Principals are to direct support through the nearest local Lions Club. It is their task to spend the money wisely on what the people need, without any administration costs, so that by bringing together other

Lions Clubs in Spain and world wide, this small local Lions Group can aim to take on larger p r o j e c t s and deliver lasting results where there is a long term need for help r e b u i l d i n g in the community. With 110 Lions Clubs in Spain and Lions Groups working in 206 countries, the Lions International have experience coordinating effective relief efforts.

Every penny donated to the Lions goes straight to where it is needed, with nothing lost along the way to administration costs or expenses. By taking part on the regular o r g a n i s e d trips, direct donations or through the sale of bric-

a-brac, the generous support of our local community has already made a difference to the people of Lorca and any moneys received to the Lorca appeal will directly help people that need it today and help towards practical solutions to enable the community to rebuild for the future.

The separate bank account for these funds is at Santander Bank Lions Lorca Appeal Account number 0049 4578 382010004392



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At the time of writing, the Tour de France is starting its last week of racing in the mountainous Alpine stages (the race is over 3 weeks). British rider Bradley Wiggins is out of the race with a broken collar bone, along with 5 other race favourites. British rider Mark Cavendish has won 4 stages and holds on to the green jersey in the sprints competition. The Frenchman, Thomas Voeckler is in the yellow jersey and is not expected to hold on to the lead he holds by 1 minute and 49 seconds, but the whole of France is willing him on and holding its breath.

By the time you read this, you will have all the answers and the excitement in the cycling world will be over until next year. Or will it? Because Spain has its own Grand Tour, the Vuelta de España, which starts on the 20 August in Benidorm with a spectacular night team time trial through the streets of the holiday town. The short 16k circuit will have the riders fl at out riding as a team to give them the fastest time.

With the race stating at 7pm, the best teams will be under fl oodlights and will produce a fantastic atmosphere. Bradley Wiggins has said he will ride to win after his early departure from the Tour de

France with a crash. Mark Cavendish will also be on the start list to pick up more single wins (4 last year, plus green jersey points winner), not forgetting “evergreen” Scot David Miller, so plenty of British interest in this year’s race.

Stage 2 is 175k, the next day, starting at 1pm passing Villajoyosa, Ortxeta (with a 3rd category mountain climb of Alto de Relleu). It passes Santa Pola and Dolores (both sprint points),Guardamar de Segura, Punta primo N332 to fi nish at Playas de Orihuela.

Stage 3 starts in Petrer, Alicante Province at 1.20pm. It follows a comprehensive route with some very familiar place names on the 163k journey into the Murcia region. This sees a bit of a sting in the tail as the

race takes in the climb of Alto de Berro (3rd category), drops down into Alhama de Murcia, then on to Totana, passing through the fi nish line, climbing up the Alto de la Santa (3rd category) then dropping down into Totana to the fi nish line.

There are a further 18 stages throughout, fi nishing on September 11th in Madrid, having covered a total distance of 3,300kms. For further information on the detailed route, visit the website www.lavuelta.com or if you don´t have access to the internet, you can call me on 696 809 527 (Martin Rutherford).

Stages of the Race:1ST STAGE IN BENIDORM – 20 AUGUST, 7PMRace starts on the exit ramp of the beach 50mts before Avda Vicente Llorca then heading to the Avda de Cuba in the direction of Terra Mitica(counterclockwise)Passes Avda Mexico, Avda de Bolivia, Avda de Villajoyosa, Avda Armada Española,Paseo de Poniente,Calle Alcalde José Such Ortega, Plaza del Torrejon, Avda de Alcoy, Avda de Madrid, Calle Amtellà de Mar, and fi nishes in the Avda de Mediterraneo at the top of Calle Bilbao.

2nd STAGE FINISHING IN PLAYAS DE ORIHUELA – 21 AUGUST, 1.25PM Commences in La Nucia and heads in the direction of Finestrad. Passes Villajoyosa, Orxeta, Relleu, Aigues, Campello, Alicante (Calle de la Esplanada, Plaza de Galicia, Avda de Loring, Avda de Elx), Santa Pola (calle de Vial, Plaza de Europa, Avda Barcelona), Elche, Dolores, Daya Nueva, Daya Viegja, Guardamar de Segura, Torrevieja, Punta Prima and fi nishing at Playas de Orihuela.

3RD STAGE FINISHING IN TOTANA – 22 AUGUST, 1.20PMRace commences on the CV83 in Monóvar and passes through Pinoso, Los Baños de Fortuna, Fenazar, Archena, Yecha, Dolores, Mula (Avda Juan Antonio Perea, Gran Via), Pliego, El Berro, Alhama de Murcia (Avda Espuña, Rambla de Don Diego), Totana (Calle del Sol, Plaza de la Constitucion, Town Hall and Calle del Puente, Calle San Antonio, Avda Sta Eulalia) and Aledo (La Santa), Finishing at Lorca Avenue, Totana.

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SaladsI love the summer, mainly because it’s salad time! I never feel like eating very much during the day as it’s far too hot, so a salad is just right! Salads are quick, easy and light, not to mention healthy and ideal for hot summer days! While I always enjoy lettuce, tomato and cucumber along with the odd bit of beetroot, I thought I would look at something a little different. Any of the recipes below would make an ideal lunch, go well at a BBQ or complement other dishes for an evening meal. I particularly like the combination of the watercress and pears, but I am not a big lover of Blue Cheese so I change this for Feta Cheese which also works in this recipe. Buen Apetito

Watercress, Pear and Blue Cheese Salad6 handfuls of water cress1 handful of sesame seeds6 handfuls of rocket225g Blue Cheese3 pearsDressingBalsamic vinegar¼ tsp salt and pepper4 tbsp extra virgin olive oilSet the oven on 180ºC and spread the sesame seeds on a baking tray and toast for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and allow to cool. Place the watercress and rocket in a serving dish. Add the crumbled cheese and the pear slices. To make the dressing, add the salt and pepper to the vinegar and whisk in the olive oil. Spoon the dressing over the salad and toss carefully. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top and serve.

Spicy Prawn Salad1 small onion2 sticks celery5 small green chillies

2 tbsp sunfl ower oil400g can chopped tomatoes1tsp brown sugar700g prawnsA few drops of Tabasco sauce½ dried thymePeel and chop the onions and celery. Remove the seeds from the chillies and fi nely chop. Heat the oil and fry the onion, celery and chillies for 5 minutes until soft and brown. Stir in the tomatoes, thyme and sugar, bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes until it thickens slightly. Peel the prawns and add to the sauce and gently cook for 5 minutes. Serve in Tabasco sauce and serve immediately.

Asparagus and Goat’s Cheese SaladAsparagus2 tbsp olive oilSalt and pepper100g rocket150g goat’s cheese75g pine nutsDressing 3 tbsp olive oilJuice of 1 lemon2tsp grainy mustard1 tbsp runny honeyIn a bowl, toss washed and prepared asparagus with the oil until coated, then season and arrange on a rack under grill. Cook for about 4 minutes, turning halfway through. Remove and set aside. In a bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients and season to taste. Divide the rocket between 4 plates, top with asparagus and crumble over the goat’s cheese. Sprinkle with pine nuts and then drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve immediately with warm crusty bread.

Caribbean Rice and Bean Salad1 small onion2 cloves of garlic2 tbsp olive oil

1 yellow pepper1 tsp oregano and 1 tsp thyme1 tsp ground spices225g long grain rice8 spring onions225g can chopped tomatoes375ml vegetable stock400g canned red kidney beansTabasco sauceHeat the oil and add the chopped onions and garlic until softened. De-seed yellow pepper and chop, then stir into the pan with oregano, thyme and all spice. Add the rice and stir well before cooking for 3 minutes. Add peel and chopped spring onions and tomatoes and their juice and stir. Add the stock and bring to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse the kidney beans, then stir into the pan and simmer for a further 6-10 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid absorbed. As an optional extra add a few dashes of Tabasco sauce to suit your taste. Serve. Runner Bean Salad700g Runner Beans30ml vegetable oil4 tomatoes1 garlic cloveChopped parsleyCook the beans in salted boiled water for 5 minutes and then drain. Heat the oil in a saucepan; add tomatoes, garlic and beans. Cover and cook for 15 minutes. Remove the garlic and turn the beans into a warm serving dish. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

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We all look forward to the hot summer months, but once they arrive we are hop-ing for the cooler weather. We laugh at the Spanish for their ‘siestas’, but they really do make sense. What can be better than taking a leisurely lunch and then either a lie down in a cool room, or at least a rest in your favourite armchair?

Most Span-ish houses are fairly dark inside with blinds at each win-dow. The windows are small and the blinds are kept down. This is because dur-ing the swel-tering heat of August, the rooms

stay relatively cool during the hot hours of the day and the Spanish don’t venture out until it cools down in the evening. This is when you will see people sitting outside their houses chatting and generally relax-ing. If you want to update your curtains or invest in some pretty window blinds, Cur-tain Call (see advert below) could be the people to call. Buy well, Buy once.

Curtain Call has always offered quality at sensible prices. The advantage of quality is that it lasts and lasts – and still looks good and works well. If you have bought good quality indoor or outdoor furniture, it is well worth re-covering rather than re-

placing, and if you are buying curtains or blinds, choose a quality product backed by an established reliable service - your in-vestment will be repaid many times over!

There are various ways to help you keep cool during the hot August days so that you can enjoy some of the sun that most of us came to Spain for:

The obvious choice is to have a swimming pool if you have the space, but there are alternatives to the traditional pool and it is still not too late to invest in something this August. A spa can be installed quickly and easily on a small patio or terrace and this can give you that facility for cooling off in the hot weeks and warming up when the temperatures start falling. Eurospas (page 2) have been trading on the Costa Cálida for many years and can supply and fi t a spa just for you from €3,500. Euro-spas have a wide variety of spas to choose from, ranging from a 1 person spa, up to a 6 person one with loungers, and even a swim spa. They have “a spa for every budget”. The benefi ts of a spa are tre-mendous for relaxation, muscle tiredness, aching joints, tension, and they are proven

to aid rheumatism and insomnia.

Shade is essential in a garden, terrace or patio. This can be natural shade from trees or shrubs or you can invest in a wooden pergola by Wood Works Direct (see ad-vert below). The warm and sunny weather in Spain is probably one of the main rea-sons most of us come to live here but we soon discover that having shade is just as important as having sun and that goes particularly for outside the house where creating areas of cool shade is vital if you are going to enjoy the outdoors to its full extent. Woodworks Direct manufactures and supplies a range of products designed to enhance your house and garden and

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guaranteed to improve your living experi-ence. They have been supplying a growing group of satisfi ed customers here on the Costas for the past six years. Whether it is a carport to protect your vehicles from the heat of the strong sunlight or a Pergola, Gazebo or Lean-to to sit under in comfort, Woodworks Direct has a range of prod-ucts to match your requirements.

All the products made and supplied by Woodworks Direct are made of timber

from environmentally friendly, managed forests and is specially treated against in-sect damage and are available in a number of different fi nishes. All items are delivered ready to erect with all pieces cut to size and shape with full assembly instructions and any accessories needed. Woodworks Direct also makes gazebos, dog kennels, Log stores, picnic benches and even sta-bles. There is free delivery on all products. Don’t delay, contact Woodworks Direct and turn those plans into reality. www.woodworksdirect.com [email protected] or tel 649 540 016/966 195 522

Keeping cool means CREATING SHADE. Maximise your outside living space by CREATING SHADE

Creating shade for you, your car, your animals and plants in whatever way you can dream up is our business at KRUGER CANOPIES (see advert at the top of this page). Economy is key these days for ev-eryone, and we have found that the can-vas that we have been using for the past three years fi ts the bill, is very durable, will not shrink or mildew and comes in a great range of colours. We have a link with the best carport company on the Costa Blanca who make a very popular 3 metre x 4 me-tre model, for which we make a canvas roof for 620€. The latest addition to our prod-ucts is very exciting, a state of the art sail shade made of woven polyetheylene that protects against 95 % of the suns rays,

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and is specifi cally designed for easy fi tting at 120-150€. Very popular are our made-to-measure canvas hot tub covers at a special price of 75€ for August and September. See us at Cañadas del Romero car boot sale every Sunday, at Kennellys, Camposol, on the last Friday of every month, and at Proco-mobel Saturday morning sale in Guardamar. Tel 968590258/667879399/654245056 If you have a conservatory, it might well be worth investing in Window Film supplied and fi tted by Inside-Out (page 54). These window fi lms come in various colours and degree of tint for reducing the high tem-peratures that we experience at this time of the year. The other advantages of installing Window Film are to protect your furniture from the sun’s harmful UV rays; the Win-dow Films block out 98% of this. Some of the fi lms even give you one-way privacy and most of them reduce the sun glare for those who suffer from the usual eye strain and squinting. Remember! These fi lms can be applied to any window in your property (not only conservatories), without any disruption to the existing windows. There are varying degrees of tinting fi lm, including the trans-parent one that gives UV Protection. Invest-ing in this product can reduce the heat by up to 80%.

If it is air conditioning that you need to keep you cool this summer, there are various re-liable companies around that will give you free advice and excellent service, including:

Don’t suffer anoth er hot summer. Keep cool with affordable air-conditioning from Eco-no-serv (page 54) All units are class “a” economy rated, which means that they are some of the most effi cient units available. Econo-serve pride themselves on a profes-sional job provided by qualifi ed air-condition and electrical engineers.

Kool Klimate (page 55) is a unique air-conditioning company, backed by Europe’s leading air-conditioning manufacturers. With over 30 years experience they offer the highest standards of workmanship. Kool Klimate Air Conditioning will install your new system at times that suits your sched-ule. You can rely on Kool Klimate to get the job done. Their air-conditioning systems meet the latest energy saving and global specifi cations, protecting the ozone layer, and meeting CE approvals and Euro Vent accredited quality control standards. Please remember to get your air-conditioning units serviced before the summer as Kool Kli-mate will be busy with installations during the hot weather.

CHM (page 4), have been providing Air Conditioning Systems in the Costa Cálida for over 6 years. They only supply “Category A” Sanyo or LG units as they are good quality, eco-friendly, quiet to run and the manufacturers offer professional back up and warranty facilities. It is a bit of a myth that air conditioning is very expensive to run. A good “Category A” unit can run for several hours for a surpris-ing low cost, especially for those who have switched to the lower cost night tariff. An electric fan will simply just push around hot air and has no cooling function whatsoever

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and it still costs money to run as it has an electric motor. A good quality air condition-ing unit will reduce humidity in the room; essential if you want a good night’s sleep.

Increasingly we are seeing more and more water shortages and low water pressure, making even a nice cool shower often dif-fi cult to guarantee. It can also be most un-pleasant with a house full of guests not to be able to fl ush toilets etc. Why not consid-er a back-up water tank and pump? CHM can supply and fi t these and you will never

need to know if the water is off again!

LOUIS HARRIS ELECTRICAL (page 55) – WHERE QUALITY COUNTSA qualifi ed electrician and specialising in air conditioning to suit all budgets, Louis has over 30 years experience of which the last 9 have been in Spain. All work is guar-anteed and you can be sure of a quality after-sales and maintenance service on all work. No job is too small and Louis can help with not just essential air conditioning for the summer months but all electrical work whether it´s just that extra power point you need, garden lighting, electrics to underbuilds or a complete re-wiring. Call now for a no obligation quote 619 712 821

THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER – AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER

Don’t forget our four legged friends also need to be kept cool in hot weather too. Make sure all pets have plenty of fresh, clean water available during the hot sum-mer. There are also other ways to help them keep cool. How would you feel walk-ing around in a big fur coat in stifl ing temperatures? Why not thin out your dog in the muggiest part of the season with a full groom at Four Legs Dog Groom-ers on Camposol (sector D). Groom-ing includes atten-tion to ears and nails and a bathing only service is also avail-able. Don’t let them suffer – call Four Legs now. 968 974 056. Collection and delivery service.

Another essential area to take care is of course your health during the hot

weather. Sweating is the natural way to keep cool, but this can leave you dehydrat-ed and even lacking in salt. It therefore makes sense to drink plenty of water and possibly increase your salt intake. World Water Week 21-27 AugustWater is an amazing substance - we can’t live without it and in fact we are mostly made of it. It is not surprising that half-truths and myths exist about water, espe-cially when it comes to your health.

Should we drink 8 glasses of water a day to avoid dehydration? Our bodies need a fair amount of water every day, but the six to eight glasses of fl uid a day can be obtained from the food we eat - fruit and vegetables are 80-90 per cent wa-ter by weight - and other drinks including milk, tea and coffee. Obviously during the hot summer months we need to up our in-take to make up for the extra loss caused by sweating, but again, any non-alcoholic drink will suffi ce.Do coffee, tea and other beverages “dehydrate” you? While it is true that caffeine has a diuretic effect, this is very mild compared with the amount of water contained in the drink. These drinks will still contribute to your body’s need for wa-ter.Is water harmless? Water is a non-toxic substance, but it is possible to drink too much water. In extreme cases drinking too much water can cause an electrolyte im-balance in the body, known as “water in-toxication.” If athletes drink a lot of water in a short period of time without replacing the lost electrolytes, sodium levels in the blood fall, which can be potentially life-threatening.

Is bottled water safer than tap water? Tap water is subject to stringent health and safety requirements. It is continuously tested and safe to drink. Bottled waters of-ten come from exactly the same sources as tap water - in fact some are tap wa-ter. Much bottled water is prepared with lower safety standards than tap water, and it consumes vast resources to bottle, ship, market and sell it. That’s why it costs around 1,500 times more per drink than tap water, which is safe, cheap, convenient and by the far the most eco-friendly way to get water.

Can water help you lose weight? Drink-ing calorie-free and sugar-free water is a better way to get your daily fl uid intake than drinking sugary, high-calorie soft drinks. Some studies have shown that if you drink a pint of water before a meal it can help you eat less. The best way to enjoy a glass of chilled water in your home is to own a MINI WATER COOLER from Coastal Coolers (page 53). This fabulous machine enables you to stay hydrated all year round. The Cooler is Eco- friendly and maintenance free. Unlike other coolers, there is NO Water Contract, Hire or Lease Agreement.

Healthy H2O (see advert on this page) can provide a quality Dalton drinking water system for only €79. This will enable you to drink water straight from the tap saving you from buying bottled water.

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NEST is about easy, FUN walks and outings - making new friends in beautiful places with amazing views! You just need to be healthy enough to go for an easy walk lasting 2 or 3 hours. No racing to catch

up or getting so puffed out that you can’t chat en-route – NEST isn’t about sporty walking, just occasional social walks admiring the scenery, maybe taking the odd photo but not rushing.

At the time of writing, the Annual July NEST Party is about to happen and hopefully a good time will have been had by all! But YET MORE fun and partying is to be had in late August!!!

During the last weekend in August, the beautiful village of El Berro in Sierra Espuña, has its annual summer fi esta, so after our evening walk, we can all enjoy the fi esta atmosphere in El Berro! There is usually quite a lot happening, with live bands etc.

Meet Friday 26th August at 6pm in El Berro at the Sierra Restaurant next to Camping Sierra Espuña overlooking the car park, which will be full of fi esta entertainment and blocked parking – so park wherever you can! We’ll then go on a very easy evening stroll around El Berro. The walk will be particularly short and easy as it’ll be hot, although temperatures are often quite a bit cooler at the end of August. Bring sun hats and protection. A great way to bring ice cold water is to freeze bottled water and by the time you’re on the walk it’s turned to drinking water with a huge block of ice in the middle! If the local almonds are ready for picking, you may be able to pick a few free almonds straight off some designated trees to take home as a souvenir! Afterwards we’ll go

back to El Berro for refreshments for the fi esta! If you want to make a weekend of it, you could even book accommodation in El Berro if you’re quick – at the Campsite or in Bajo el Ciejo hotel, which is very luxurious.

Please book in advance by texting, phoning or emailing with your contact phone numbers and full names. Tel/text 679002147 Email [email protected] The website has all the walk dates including driving directions, videos and pictures http://www.nestwalks.info and you’ll fi nd extra dates and information you won’t fi nd elsewhere. Get on the mailing list to hear about events before anyone else. Each walk or outing is €5 and the meals or drinks are whatever the restaurants charge. Come and have a lovely time making new friends and seeing old ones! Have a great time out – we look forward to hearing from you! Dogs are welcome on leads and of course on this August date you can all easily be outside too! Next date after this will be in late September. Watch this space!

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There is one thing which Murcia City does not lack – churches. It is astonishing just how many of these were founded several hundred years ago and have signifi cant historic interest. However, of all the buildings in Murcia City, the Cathedral has to be the most emblematic and it is certainly one of the most prominent, fronting on to the Plaza Cardenal Belluga in the heart of the old part of the City. It is impossible not to be impressed by this remarkable building and we have spent many hours in the square in front of it having a coffee and something to eat, as well as looking around inside the building. There always seems to be something new which appears to you on a closer inspection.

The actual building of the Cathedral itself began with the laying of the foundation stone in 1388 by one Bishop Pedrosa. Remember, this was over a hundred years before the fi nal expulsion of the Moorish armies from Spain and it occurred at a time when Murcia was still very much a frontier region in nature. Like many churches here, it was built on the site of an old mosque and, with the prevailing instability early in its history, the cost of building, and other factors such as epidemics which could plague the city it would be over 350 years before it was completed, in 1751.

Another repercussion of the lengthy period of construction is the variety of architectural styles which give the Cathedral its charm and character. The tower, which replaced the minaret of the old mosque, was built in three stages. The fi rst part of the work was in the early 16th Century and lasted 1521-55, led by Jacobo Florentino, a friend of Michaelangelo. The style has been described as “Florentine Renaissance”. The second stage was a century later, ending in the mid 17th Century, and can now be seen in the garlands and carvings of the saints in their niches. This particular pause in work resulted both from a lack of resources at the time as well as stability problems which, it is said, were caused by a long period of torrential rain. The third stage, to complete the octagonal roof approaching 100 metres above the ground, began in the mid/late 18th Century, being fi nished just before the century end and was very much of the baroque style of the time. Indeed, the main façade of the Cathedral has been described as one of the best examples of baroque art in the whole of Spain. Some further restoration work was carried out on the tower (the importance of which was greatly increased in past times by its clock and bells to mark i r r i g a t i o n periods and a n n o u n c e f l o o d s , s t o r m s , d e a t h s , w e d d i n g s a n d f e s t i v a l s ) at the end of the 20th Century.

Do take a good look at the main

façade and the stone sculptures such as that of the Crowning of the Virgin, or those of the four saints of Murcia/Cartagena (Santa Florentina, San Fulgencio, San Isidoro, and San Leandro). There is also a carving of Saint Patrick which may, at fi rst, seem a little strange. However, it is easily explained. One of the important victories against the Moors took place on 17 March – St Patrick’s Day. Note also, high up on the front of the Cathedral the carved double cross, which is also associated in the region with Caravaca de la Cruz. The richness of the ornamentation of the façade also refl ects the increasing wealth which was fl owing into, and was available in Murcia in the 18th Century.

There is much worth looking at on the outside of the Cathedral. The side door around the left side (as you face the main f a ç a d e ) has fi gures carved in the s t onewo r k around it to r e p r e s e n t the conquest of Granada from the Moors in 1492, following which Murcia ceased to be a frontier territory and could feel more secure. Among the fi gures are a pomegranate, the Catholic Monarchs of the time (Ferdinand and Isabella), the Bishop and even a representation of the stonemason himself. Unfortunately, the last mentioned was regarded as having put himself in too elevated a position and was severely punished!

At the other side of the Cathedral, on the exterior of the Vélez Chapel is a long length of chain carved in the stone. This represents the freeing of the Murcian lands and population from the yoke of the Moors by, among others, the Marquis of Vélez and is reputed by some to have been carved in a single piece of sandstone. Given its size, this is something on which we remain to be convinced!

Article by Clive and Rosie Palmer who have written several guide books on towns and regions in Murcia.

These can be seen at, and obtained from, www.lulu.com, or contact [email protected].

Copies of some of the books may also be available from Cosas y Cosas, Cehegin and Best Wishes, Camposol Urbanización.



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Photos: Copyright Mark Stocks.www.vistasdemurcia.com Well, what a wonderful weekend of sun, fun and good music we managed to set up!! So far, all of the remarks from the fi esta goers and from the web have been very positive that we got it right (again) this year.The Craft Fair and International Market was packed with happy punters which made all of the charities and businesses very happy.

We were privileged that the Mayor, Gines Campillo came up to open the Fiesta, along with Isidro Coy, who has promised us a great deal of help with our Fiesta in the future and José (Pepe)Gómez García, our new Councilor for Foreigners.

The weekend was full of fantastic local talent with performances by people representing every age group within the community. From popular local bands to the hugely success-ful Mazarrón Dance Festival, there was a little bit of something for everyone. We hope to build on this year’s Spanish content next year, as we had Rondalla De Mazarrón on Saturday afternoon, giving us some wonder-ful Spanish music and then on Sunday we were entertained by Aire de Mazarrón, with more fascinating Spanish music and dance. We were also privileged, for the fi rst time to have a Spanish bar, Hermadad de la Nega-cion of Totana, who made a nice little sum for their charity. They have already confi rmed that they will be back.

With Abba Elite on Sat-urday night and Fakers Quo on Sun-day night and ending up with a stu-pendous fi re-works display, I think I can say we had a superb week-end.

The whole w o n d e r f u l weekend was arranged and set up by 7

people:Alan Meyern, Dick Davies, Mark Stocks, Pete Western, Louise Bremner and last but not least Susie Long. And ME !!!

We also have to give an enormous thank you to the partners of many of those mentioned above as without their invaluable help, things

just would NOT have got done. There is also a small army of folk who have spent the last 4 or 5 months selling car tickets, helping out at Ta-ble Top Sales and at Fiesta functions. I would also like to thank the following businesses for sponsoring or supporting the Fiesta:-Bank La Caixa, Camposol Business Center, Ferreteria Camposol, Curtain Call, Erik’s Metalwork, The Costa Cálida Chronicle, C&M Constructions, CHM, Cam-posol, Galp, Senòr Shifter, Mercers, Deb-bie’s Translation Services, Market Tav-ern, Pamela’s Creative Artwork, Bobby Dazzler. Finally, we must thank Trevi Bar and Restaurant for their support over the last year for allowing us to use their function room, to donating drinking water for the Fun Run, allowing their facilities as a changing room for the Fashion Show on Sunday and at very short notice, setting up tables and food for the players from Rondalla de Mazarrón.

Fiesta 2012?If there is to be a fi esta next year, then we will have to get more people on board the Fiesta Committee. I will be stepping down from the committee this year, as will three other lead-ing committee members. It was so good to see the thousands of people enjoying them-selves over the weekend, but what we need now is for some of these people to step for-ward to support the Fiesta whether as volun-teers, or on the Committee itself. On Satur-day and Sunday I put in far too many hours on site, which is not my idea of retirement!! Obviously I was not alone in putting in long hours; all other committee members also put in many, many hours over the weekend and during the year.

Fund RaisingDuring the year leading up to the Fiesta we hold many functions, Race Nights, Fun Nights, Mr & Mrs Competitions, Table Top sales etc. Can I please ask that if the people of Campo-sol enjoyed the Fiesta and want one in 2012, then they support these functions? Entrance is normally only €5.00 (unless there is a meal included).

Fund raising just has to be done. Why? This year’s Fiesta cost nearly €12,000. The en-tire fund raising is done by the Committee over the months leading up to Fiesta. Why so much? Well, the Free Paella is ‘Free’ to you, but costs us €1,500!!! (We have to provide free food to enable us to get the Fiesta licence). This year’s terrifi c Fireworks Display cost €3,000. (Well worth it this year). We had to hire a stage at a cost of €800 and so it goes on. There is the

sound system & lighting to pay for and the various artists ap-pearing on stage.

What disap-points me and the team that work so hard to set this is up, is the attitude of some businesses on the main Commercial Centre. Over the last two years more outside bars, barbecues etc have been appearing during the Fiesta weekend and I am certain that they enjoy a wonderful weekend of money making on the back of the Fiesta Committee’s hard work. The outside bars this year paid only €200 for a pitch on the Fiesta ground, a considerably low amount compared to what they would be charged at many other Fiestas, but everything else on the precinct had no involvement with the Fiesta at all. This situation means that it is no longer fair to ex-pect all the people who contribute to the Fi-esta to do so again next year, when all those who put nothing into the weekend can set up outside their premises and reap the benefi ts of everyone else’s hard work. During the rest of the year they take no interest in supporting or even listening to the work involved to help make the Fiesta happen. The only bar on the B commercial centre that has supported this year´s fi esta is the Trevi bar. Unfortunately, the only other English run bar that took up a pitch on the Fiesta site has, for two year´s running, placed a gazebo in a position that blocks people’s view of the stage, against our wishes and pre-arranged plans for the week-end and then thought it was acceptable to be verbally abusive to a committee member; behaviour that leads some of us to wonder why we put in months of hard work as vol-unteers for an event that should be mutually benefi cial and enjoyable for everyone.

There are however so many more people on Camposol who know the meaning of community spirit and we have a long list of people who have been incredibly gen-erous with their time and energy to help the weekend go so well. All people who don´t stand to make money from the weekend, but are more than willing to get involved and help see that Camposol has the kind of Fiesta it deserves.

From the very beginning our Fiesta was cre-ated for the promotion of the urbanisation, for the benefi t of the businesses, the com-munity and the integration of Camposol into the municipality on a cultural and social level. Camposol should have a Fiesta and we all hope that next year it will. It’s hard work to make it all happen, but it can also be very rewarding. If you have the dedication and will to build on what has been achieved over the last few years, then your fi esta needs you! It’s YOUR Fiesta.

Keith DonovanChairman – Fiestas Camposolhttp://www.fi estascamposol.com

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FAST the “First Aid Support Team” who operate a system similar to “First Responders” in Britain, have now been operational in Camposol for 7 weeks and have attended 10 call outs to local residents, which is in line with our expectations, said Kaz Moore the Co-ordinator.

The average response time is 6 minutes to attend a call, which has been very encouraging given that average time to get an ambulance to B sector has been a little over 20 minutes excluding one call out, where the ambulance

took well over 2 hours to reach a casualty. FAST were not called out until 2 hours had elapsed and there was still no sign of the ambulance! FAST attended in 7 minutes and then guided the “driver only” ambulance to the door so the FAST response team had to help load the patient onto the ambulance. The delay was apparently due to the driver being from outside the area and not familiar with Camposol and was unable to fi nd the address. FAST also operate a service that

will meet the ambulance and ensure that little time is lost in getting to the correct address, as many properties do not have street names or visible numbers to their houses.

The bulk of call outs have been around “slips, trips and falls” said Kaz, and we are very proud that our responders have taken all of the call outs in their stride thanks to their training and personal commitment. We are unable to give out further details due to the strict data protection rules that we adhere to, that protects the identity of patients and addresses, but we do expect a signifi cant increase in call outs over the peak summer season due to heat exhaustion, sunstroke and other such problems associated with the hot weather. We would urge all residents to manage hydration by drinking water regularly throughout the day, remembering that alcohol, and drinks with caffeine can worsen de-hydration. It is also important to use high factor sun creams, avoiding the midday sun wherever possible.

“We are very pleased that we are about to train in the use of Defi brillators and Oxygen Therapy at the end of the month, which will signifi cantly enhance our capability thanks to the support of PALS. These should be operational by mid-August. We have received unequalled support from

the individual residents of Camposol both fi nancially and morally and also many of the groups such as The Line Dancing Group, Mazarrón Bowls Club, the Welcome Group, The Camposol Residents Association to name but a few, but to all we are extremely grateful” said Kaz

Should residents or holidaymakers in Camposol have a serious medical emergency they are reminded to FIRST CALL 112 and then call FAST on 968 970 626, ensuring that they give their telephone number and address clearly at the beginning of the call.

Anyone wishing to know more or join us as a volunteer can ring Kaz on 626 823 081 or Glen Ford the Communications Offi cer on 634 313 572 or contact us via email on [email protected]

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We were elected by you the homeowners of Sector A in January of this year and much has happened since then:-

A new Town Hall has emerged with new ideas and apparently very good intentions for Camposol. There are to be open public meetings at the Social Centre at monthly intervals. The fi rst of these meetings was held on the 6th July when we were informed by the Town Hall that they were in negotiation with Masa to return to site to complete Camposol. This was stated as the most cost-effective and expedient method of bringing Camposol up to standard. Masa has expressed a desire to return to Camposol as they of course still own a considerable amount of property here with a lot of potential in relation to the new Paramount project. The Council

has made it very clear to Masa that no further building will be permitted until the whole of Camposol is completed to adoption standard.

We were extremely pleased to hear that Masa and the Town Hall have agreed that as Sector A is at the most advanced stage of completion it will be dealt with fi rst and Sector A will be adopted as soon as it has been made ready. The Council are continuing their negotiations with Masa and are very optimistic of reaching an amicable agreement with them soon for their return to site. We must however be realistic as they are unlikely to return before the end of August.

The meetings as mentioned above, together with the imminent opening of Pepe

Gomez’s offi ce have caused some residents to worry that the Camposol A Committee will feel superfl uous. The Council have agreed that our hitherto “private” meetings with the Council can continue to facilitate exchanges of information that could otherwise be diffi cult at the open public meetings. We therefore strongly emphasise that we will not be resting on our laurels, we will continue to represent you, working - fi ghting – if necessary for all our rights and to achieve our goals for Sector A.

See our website for up to date information www.a-camposol.comAlso Offi ce window for minutes, reports etc.

Within what seems as a sudden profusion of new measures associated with Camposol, the new Mayor Gines Campillo and his team have declared both their intention, and surprisingly Masa’s willingness, for our promoter to now return to Camposol. Negotiations to this effect are believed to be ongoing at the time of writing this article. Apparently it is considered by the administration that this option would almost certainly prove to be the most effective method of completing the estate within a reasonable time.

Of course with news that Masa are likely to return to Camposol to meet their obligations, there also comes a new set of concerns. Whereas the C.R.A.’s previous emphasis was associated with progress in the matter of recovering guarantees and

assets from our absent promoter, it is now more to do with what indiscretions they might attempt to minimise their costs. This especially so when being mindful that they are unlikely to have been fuelled into contemplating this action for reasons of anything other then that of fi nancial enrichment; certainly not from any sense of duty or concern.

An assurance has already been made by the Deputy Mayor that Masa will not be allowed to construct any further dwellings until the infrastructure is satisfactorily completed and accepted by the Council, but from their past experiences it would be foolish not to recognise that to achieve that goal it will be wise to implement an effective system of supervision and quality control.

As could be expected, the plan is for Sector A to be fi rst completed and adopted followed in a logical manner by B then C and fi nally D; this allowing the issuing of the relevant property documents to take place in the same sequence. The exception to this arrangement however would be of giving priority to that of addressing the poor condition of the spine road from Sector C to Sector D and any occurring problems that are considered to be a matter of public safety. Onward and upwards hopefully.

Chairman: Bob OwenDeputy Chairman: Les Crook.Website:www.cracamposol.comemail: [email protected]

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Regular readers will know we went to the UK for a niece’s wedding during July and what a great day it was; weather, Church, reception and of course the bride were just perfect and so nice to have a family gathering. Next UK visit is to take the mum’s on holiday to Wales for a week in September. Will need a holiday after that! (Only joking mums!) All the animals are well – the turtles have really settled in – two will now feed from a hand! Not moaning, but it is hot and the port is busy. Roll on September and the nice warm days and the not so busy beaches!

TV NewsMany of you will have heard our sponsorship of The Trudy Ann show on Costa Calida Radio – Tuesdays 7-9 pm – give it a listen on 90.00 or 100.00 FM or www.costacalidaradio.com A good show, but with important TV

information being given out live. We intend to have a “TV surgery” with Trudy once a month, so send in any questions to either her or us and we will get them answered.

SKY have just released a non-recording HD box, so if you want HD TV (to go with that HD ready TV you have just purchased !), but don’t want the “PLUS” recording set up, then you can swap to one of these cheaper boxes. Obviously they are for SKY subscribers (FREESAT viewers have had an HD non-recording box available for some time) and we would need to match your card into the new box. At present you would have to pay 10 pounds for the HD channels, but it is now available.

A short repeat of last month, but many of you are coming over for the holidays having not been at your property for some time – remember if you have a 1.35 dish you will almost certainly need an LNB upgrade and slight alignment to get any mainstream UK TV together with the SKY system reboot frequency has changed from 11739 to 12207. Email us for a new reboot sheet.

We are getting lots of requests to install clients’ own PLUS boxes (both SKY and FREESAT) that they have bought “cheaper” in the UK. We are happy to do this, but consider the following before you do it – only certain makes of boxes work well down here where we have limited signal strengths (thus the large dishes required) and this often changes as manufacturers change component suppliers. We at Rainbow will always have the best boxes available for sale. The installation requires an LNB upgrade and second cable run to the PLUS box. The same criteria applies to LNB`s and cable quality. For instance, the FREESATPLUS box we install from ARGOS in the UK is £420,00 installed (in UK !) and we charge €495.00 – that includes delivery, fi tting, instructions, and Spanish Warranty along with after sales queries should you have any diffi culty programming the box. Yes you can buy just the box for €270.00, but then you have to get it over here and us to install it (around €175.00), work out how to use it and when it goes wrong get it back to the UK! Is it worth the few pounds you may save? We are happy to install your own boxes, but the saving is usually minimal. Also beware of buying from eBay and such places. It can be OK, but often the boxes are repaired with inferior tuners (fi ne for UK but not for our weak signals) and in the case of SKY boxes, if they are stolen, SKY has a record of ALL serial numbers. On card / box matching we have known the police to make a visit to the UK registered address!

Article sponsored by RAINBOW SATELLITES – for all your TV needs in the Murcia Region of Spain. Contact Alan or Matt for free friendly advice by email [email protected] or call (0034) 686 358 475. Our website www.rainbowsats.org has some good basic information especially for new comers to Spain.

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British residents urged to tell visitors to travel smart – and get a European Health Insurance Card in order to avoid big medical bills British residents are urged to tell visiting friends and family to make sure they get a European Heath Insurance Card (EHIC) before they travel to Spain. The EHIC is free and should be regarded as ‘a holiday essential’ in order to get necessary medical treatment from the Spanish public health service while on a temporary stay in Spain, says the Pension Benefi t and Healthcare Team of the British Embassy in its latest newsletter.

A jellyfi sh sting, an allergic reaction, a broken leg, or a more serious injury or illness can suddenly turn a holiday or business trip

abroad into a nightmare. Dealing with an unfamiliar healthcare system and the costs of an emergency can make things even more diffi cult. But an EHIC makes things easier, and also includes care for pregnant women, the ongoing management of pre-existing or chronic conditions, such as asthma, diabetes or cancer. It is also possible to get access to

oxygen or kidney dialysis so long as this is prearranged before you travel.

An EHIC shows doctors, hospitals and pharmacies that British visitors are entitled to any state-provided medical treatment that becomes necessary during a holiday. Treatment is provided is on the same basis as for residents of Spain, so an EHIC holder may still have to pay for some costs. These may later be refunded by the Overseas Healthcare Team in the UK. However, privately-provided medical treatment cannot be refunded. The EHIC covers most eventualities but not everything. Visitors are therefore also strongly recommended to take out travel insurance before coming to Spain. Every year there are visitors and their families who end up facing huge, life-changing medical bills because they decided to save a few pounds by not bothering with travel insurance. Hannah Thronicker, manager of the Pension Benefi t and Healthcare Team in Spain, said: “An EHIC is free and simple to obtain. Getting one could save you a lot of grief, but if you don’t have one, it could make a tricky situation even harder. Then buy some travel insurance, and for the cost of a meal in a restaurant you should be fully covered against medical problems. It’s not worth the risk to be without.” The latest Partners’ Newsletter, which is also circulated to any association or individual interested in what the Pension Benefi t and Healthcare Team and other Partners do, can be downloaded from the UKinSpain website at: http://ukinspain.fco.gov.uk/en/help-for-british-nationals/living-in-spain/pensions-benefi ts/ What to do to get an EHICBritish nationals planning to visit or holiday in Spain should apply for an EHIC online at www.ehic.org.uk or by calling +44 (0)845 606 2030. British residents in Spain who access healthcare through an S1 form (previously an E121, E106 or E109 form) can now apply for an EHIC for use in other European countries, including the UK, by requesting an application form from the Overseas Healthcare Team on +44 (0)191 218 1999. British nationals resident in Spain who lack entitlement to an S1 should check with their nearest INSS (Social Security) offi ce to see if they are entitled to a Spanish-issued EHIC, known as a ‘Tarjeta Sanitaria Europea’. Residents and visitors can get more information about the EHIC at: http://ec.europa.eu/social/main.jsp?langId=en&catId=559&newsId=1039&furtherNews=yes . Questions about accessing the Spanish healthcare system or where to apply for an EHIC can also be directed to the Pension Benefi t & Healthcare Team in Spain on 902 109 356.

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For those of you who managed to see Ian Parker in concert, we hope that you en-joyed it as much as we did. It was bril-liant to have some live music at a reason-able hour (!) 5.30pm in Moratalla. Ian is a very talented guy who writes much of his material and he has a wonderful soul-ful singing voice. His own characteristic guitar playing includes a good variety of styles from folk through to blues and rock. Hopefully Ian will be back later in the year to entertain us again. If you missed Ian on The Bare Bones Tour, make sure you see him if you ever get the chance. www.ianparkermusic.com

No doubt many of you have visitors dur-ing the hot weeks of August and they will be cooling off in the pool. However many times people are asked, they still go in the pool with lotions and potions on. If you are having problems with the clarity of your pool water, try Sea-Klear. This natural product acts like a fl oculant and the result is crystal clear water. Call in to Cosas y Cosas for a leafl et and a chance to see Sea-Klear. Cosas y Cosas has a good range of English food, including the ever-popular squashes that are diffi cult to buy in Spanish stores. This is usually the only way that you can encourage young-sters to drink the essential water at this time of year, so why not call in to the shop opposite Mercadona in Cehegin. They are

open 10-2pm Mon to Sat.

As you will see below in Cehegin Scene, there are a lot of fi estas going on in Au-gust. Check with your local tourist offi ce for exact times etc of events. There is the Ruta de Coktail in Moratalla from the end of July to 11th September. This is an ideal way to visit the many bars in the town and buying their own special Cocktails for only 2€.

CEHEGIN SCENEFrom 4th of August to 7th of August we celebrate Fiestas in honour of San Zenón with running of bulls, bullfi ghts, “Acrobats” competition and much more. There are also three Fiestas within the Cehegín area (Escobar 4th to 7th, Chaparral 12th to 14th and Canara 14th to 21st).On 12th at 9 p.m. there is a Tour of the Churches in the Old Town of Cehegin. Free registration at the Tourist Information Offi ce.On Friday 19th at 10.30 p.m. and 26th at 11.30 p.m. there is an open-air cinema in the neighbourhood of San Antonio. The 1st screening is ‘Catch Me if You Can’ and the 2nd is ‘Salt’.On Saturday 20th at 10pm there is a tribute to traditional Spanish Music, hosted by Maribel Castillo and the Ballet of 7TV accompanied by the Orchestra of the School of Music of Cehegín. All the pro-ceeds will be donated to aid Lorca.On Sunday 21st at 10.30pm in the Park Juan Carlos I there is a Polish Folk Group.On 26th at 9 p.m. de-parting from the gar-den of La Tercia there is a tourist route entitled ‘Cehegín, Architecture from

Baroque to Modern’. Free registration at the Tourist Information Offi ce.Every Wednesday at 6 p.m. come and play with us in the Espacio Joven with the Wii.On 12th, 13th and 14th at Casa Europa, next to jardin de la Tercia there is a Compe-tition of Table Football. Inscriptions at http://www.clubozio.comOn Tuesday 16th at 21 p.m. you will be able to play the game ‘Trackmania’ at Jardin del Convento with the different Wifi areas of the town.Every Tuesday from 6.30-8.30pm at the arcade of Plaza del Castillo there is a Painting Introductory Course for chil-dren between 8 and 14 years old.On 10th, 11th and 12th at cafetería El Molino from 7.30-9.30pm you can learn to pre-pare Cocktails without Alcohol.You can also visit the Ecological Park opened to visitors from 9am-7.30pm ev-eryday; all are welcomeAny further enquiries please contact the New Cehegin Tourist Offi ce located in front of the Town hall at 968 723 550 or visit our tourist website www.turismocehe-gin.es

Santiago LeoCehegin Tourist Offi ce

Please tell our customers where you saw their advertisement in the Costa Cálida ChronicleTo place an advertisement with us please see page 5 or contact Brian 628 606 740


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MARA is a small animal rescue charity based in Mula and run entirely by volunteers. All of the money we raise through our charity is used to make a better life for abandoned or injured animals. We are always ready to receive any items that you no longer need or want that would be suitable to sell in our shop in Mula. We will collect from you if you are living in the Costa Cálida area. If you have a few hours a month to spare and would like to help us either in our charity shop or working with the animals, please contact

Marion or Keith on the numbers below. Sola is a very small dog who needs a loving home. She is currently living in foster care and running around with all her foster pals. She is a friendly little girl who has a lot of love to give. She loves a cuddle. Millie is a mix breed

dog who was found covered in paint and living on the streets. She is medium sized and will make a lovely companion.

For more information regarding these two dogs or any of our animals please ring Marion on 628811187 or Keith on 628811188.

Do you like top quality h a n d c r a f t e d work? Are you looking for that special gift or unique item for the home? Then look no further and pay a visit to one of the following A r t e s a n i a Centres in the area.

Murcia City—Centro Artesania, Calle Actor Francisco Rabal 8, 30009 MurciaCartagena---Centro Artesania, Calle Honda 16, 30201, CartagenaLorca---Centro Artesania, Calle Lope s/n 30800, Lorca

Opening times: Tues-Fri 10.00-2.00pm and 4.30-8.30pmSat 10.00-2.00pm only

There is an amazing variety of artwork, sculptures, metalwork, pottery, jewellery (ladies please note!), ceramics and Colin’s own speciality, stained glass. Colin has worked with stained glass for more than 25years, originally in UK, where he was a member of the Surrey Guild of Craftsmen, and now works in Murcia where he lives permanently.

Colin designs & fabricates bespoke stained glass in contemporary and traditional styles, including panels, pictures, lamps, mirrors, clocks and other items to a very high standard, working with the vast range of glass available. Using lead came (traditional leaded windows) and

hand soldering (Tiffany copper foil technique),

Colin is able to produce work in fi ner detail than with lead alone. He works to customer’s requirements, including using their own designs and ideas. Prices vary by size and complexity.

For more information please email [email protected] or tel 620 767 541. Look at www.diassoleados.com for ideas and to view some of Colin’s work.



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Due to the heat that is normally experienced in June, it was decided that the last walk of the season would be an evening one. At 6pm on 7th June 24 m e m b e r s met to enjoy a 10km walk that was to

be followed by a few drinks and tapas at a local bar to celebrate what had been a successful season, having only lost one walk to the weather.

We drove in convoy to the starting point in the forest of Cehegín and began our walk. Within half an hour we could hear the thunder rolling and the dark clouds that were previously over Bullas moved towards us and after another 3 minutes we were soaked to the skin! 5 people decided to return to their cars but the remaining foolhardy group chose to continue. Luckily after just 15 minutes the rain stopped and we were able to fi nish the walk without further downpours.

We then retired to the bar and slowly dried out whilst enjoying an excellent choice of tapas.

The new season will commence in mid September and if you are interested in joining a group of keen walkers who walk about twice a month exploring the region of Murcia then please contact [email protected] for further information.



Electrics here in Spain are not installed in the same way as in the UK. If you have any electrical problems, give Jim Large (page 76) a call. Jim has over 30 years of working in installing all areas of electrics from domestic, industrial and commercial equipment to power stations. He is a City & Guilds electrician and covers all situations whether it is security lighting, putting in those extra sockets or doing complete re-wires. Power surges are a common occurance here in Spain and they can damage freezers, televisions and computers. Give Jim Large a call to discuss any electrical problem you may have. He will give you an honest, practical option and a free no-obligation quote for any work required. Tel 628539789/628540660 or email [email protected] www.electricianmurcia.com



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WordsearchTranslate the English words below into Spanish

TO HAVEROOMTORCH

PROPERTYBREATHHUNGERFLOURFULL

COMPLETEICECREAMFEMALE

MAYINJURED

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Answers on page 104

SudukoDo-Able

Diffi cult

August Quiz QuestionsQuestions of the July

2011 edition

1. How many trees can you see in the front of the Fortuna Church?

2. What can you buy at BEEP?

3. What do JML provide?4. Retro Disco service is

part of what network?5. Who produced and

performed the Last Bread Pudding?

6. Who claims to have 100’s of pieces of swimwear?

7. Where would you fi nd Ian Adams Friday Frolic?

8. What does HAH stand for?

9. Who wrote the Black Echo?

10. Who got nearest to the pin at h ole 5

Monthly Quiz

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One of the best days out I have experienced since living here must be Kayaking with the Hotel Mariposa. My two sisters arrived from England for a weeks holiday and were keen to try it after I had raved about the area. Starting early at 9am for coffee, we went to out to the lakes near Gebas via a scenic sightseeing trip in a 4 x 4.

This is just one of the options available; you can choose to go out by quad bike if you prefer. Kayaking is not at all like canoeing, (no capsizing required!), in fact it would be hard to capsize a Kayak by mistake. We had a full 2 hours out on the water, followed by a lovely swim in the lake, which was fabulous and much needed as we were quite tired after 2 hours paddling. Paul our guide is very patient and safety conscious and within minutes of getting on board we were off around the lake. There are double and even triple Kayaks available for those who prefer to share. There are some trees beneath the water which feels very strange when you paddle across them. After the Kayaking we went back to the Hotel Mariposa for an excellent 4 course lunch, and my goodness we were hungry. Needless to say we slept like logs that night.

After visiting San Pedro again in the Mar Menor, I was delighted to discover The Yachtsman in the port there. I have visited San Pedro many times before, but had never found this lovely area. The Yachtsman is in a beautiful location, offering an excellent range of food and drinks and also offering sailing trips which start from just €40 per person. These trips include either Breakfast and Lunch or Lunch and Dinner. I will defi nitely be returning to sample one of these soon.

At very short notice this year Kev decided he wanted a BBQ for his birthday. Luckily, I had the wonderful excuse of ‘no time to organise it’ so with the help of Fuente Meat Traders who provided all the meat and Liz’s Cafe who made all the salads (coleslaw, potato salad, pasta salad and a lovely curry coleslaw) and at very reasonable prices, this meant I had a fairly easy time this year and enjoyed just being hostess for a change. Well that’s all the visitors gone for another year as far as I know. It was great fun, but back to reality again now!More next monthTeresa

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Spain’s Got Talent?

Our family could be said to have a little musical talent, at least on the mother´s side. Lead violin in the orchestra went on to the louder and more credible electric guitar by the age of 20, so I was a bit baffl ed when my older son Cameron, who has a good singing voice and loves music, came home with the dreaded “insuffi cient” grade on his music report. In the fi rst term we thought it was just because he hated the recorder, although not as much as his poor, unsuspecting audience at home did, but it soon emerged that the dislike of the recorder, lack of confi dence playing in front of the class and the inability to remember which fi ngers went on which holes was really holding us back.

And so it was back to basics, with mum having to go back through the mists of time and learn “The First Noel” all over again. He practiced until what felt like the thousandth Noel, but for the fi rst time in 2 terms managed to tootle out a recognisable tune!And so to the summer report, and after many painful hours coaching and listening, we managed it. Whilst Cameron might not make it on to Spain’s Got Talent, well not with the recorder anyway, there it was for the fi rst time.... SUFFICIENTE. What a relief.. if only because we could now practice a little less and give everyone´s ears a rest.

Of course not every child can be a musical prodigy, and Cameron´s revenge came

at the end of term concert. A group of 6th formers performed on recorder and sang a tribute to the music teacher. Joyous and happy it was - tuneful it wasn’t. Turning to me, Cameron uttered the immortal words “Well, if that’s the best they can do after he’s taught them for 6 years, I’d sack him!”

Liz Edmiston runs OwnersAway Property Rentals & Management offering a full range of services to property owners on the Costa Calída. Contact Liz on 691977107 or [email protected] for more information or visit the website www.ownersaway.com to view the full range of properties and services.

Our aim, with your help, is to aid people with limited incomes to have stray dogs and cats which they may have adopted, to be spayed and castrated. We will also help with your vets bills where possible. To do this we need your donations and would be grateful for any items such as clothes, bric-a-brac, furniture and white goods.

You can donate at the shop, Mon to Sat 10.00-2.00pm. (Take the 3rd on the left after Barclays Bank on your way into the Port of Mazarrón) or call Mamas on 666 186 037. Our collection van is on Camposol B sector lower car park every Tuesday 10.00-1.00pm. Larger items can be collected and for more expensive goods why not try our 50/50 scheme where you receive half of the amount that we sell it for.

Volunteers NeededCould you help us? Can you spare one morning a week to help in our shop in the Port of Mazarrón?. We would be grateful for any help and it would enable us to raise more money for your pets. Tel 666 186 037

HomedMy name is Guesito and I was found in March in El Canar-Ta l l an t e , v e r y h u n g r y and limping due to malnutrition. A nice family took me in and have given me a lovely home. I no longer have a limp and am gradually gaining weight. Thanks to Mama’s I was also spayed and now I am a very happy, gentle and loving dog.

Thank you to all the people who helped me and thank you Mama’s.

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August in the GardenBy Clodagh and Dick Handscombe, Holistic gardeners and authors living in Spain for 25 years

For many, gardening has been at a minimum and low key during the hot July days, but hopefully most plants have survived. From August onwards, more needs to be done before the cooler autumn days and rain.The following tasks are extracted from the monthly gardening calendars included in our books:Flower Garden1. Cut back summer lilies and gladioli2. Keep deadheading to stimulate continuing fl owerings of annuals and perennials.3. Watch out for wilting plants and increase

deep watering as need be.4. Trim expansive climbers to keep them under control without reducing fl oral effects.5. Keep a wary eye open for insect and fungal attacks and treat immediately if they occur.

‘Scale attack’

‘Mealy bug attack’

Herb Garden1. Water annuals and delicate perennials in the garden and in containers.2. Cut bunches of herbs to dry in the sun, or on a tray drier, or freeze in ice trays.3. Take cuttings to propagate new plants to

plant out next spring.4. Watch out for insect attacks if you have high humidity conditions and spray with ecological insecticides and fungicides such as neem and propolis respectively.5. Trim fl owers to maintain neat plants and stimulate new bushy growth.

Fruit garden1. Give grape vines a fi nal dust with sulphur powder and spray with neem.2. Give fruit trees a spray with neem and potassium soap.3. Thin out oranges and mandarins to increase size of fruit.4. Summer prune fruit trees as explained in ‘Growing Healthy Fruit in Spain’.5. Ensure that fruit trees in containers don’t dry out.

Vegetable Garden1. Harvest and dry onions.2. Feed peppers and tomatoes to prolong crops. We use a comfrey feed.3. At end of month dig up peanuts and dry for storing.4. Clear areas for new or expanded vegetable plots ready to rotovate in September.5. Harvest melons and squashes for storing in cool shady well ventilated place.

There are other tasks listed in our books for enthusiasts, but do ensure you enjoy the last of the hottest weeks.

Now is a good time, if you don’t already have them, to buy one or more of the practical and informative books written by Clodagh and Dick Handscombe. They can be obtained from bookshops and internet sites such as Santana Books and Amazon. If you have a shop and would be interested in stocking the books contact Santana Books on [email protected] to determine the best distributor to contact.© Clodagh and Dick Handscombe www.gardeninginspain.com August 2011.



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OUR mission statement : -We help anyone in need,

irrespective of race, creed or status.

Six months have rolled by since our Shop opened and still we receive an abundance of donations, as always a great big thank you to all our Supporters, without whom we would not be continuing to Make A Big Difference to lives around us. We are now looking for further premises to accommodate our ever-growing provisions/donations and for the ongoing growth of GO maD. If you are selling or know of a Berlingo/ Kangoo or similar for sale, please contact our ‘Outreach’ no. listed below.

In Mazarrón we have visited 87 homes and GO maD provides for aprox 55; many of these are families of 3 children or more. In Pto de Mazarrón we have around 20 clients

and we are glad to announce that we have a Bi-lingual Team Member now covering this area. Our numbers in Cañadas de Gallego are in the high 90’s and an average of 70 attend monthly, due to 30 clients coming from Ramonete. GO maD started an independent ‘Aid Day’ in July, which will be overseen by our Moroccan Volunteer.

We give thanks to our Provider; Jehovah for His ongoing promises and faithfulness, plus the collaboration of local Social Services offi ces and our band of Volunteers. We are aware of Spanish who have found themselves massively affected by life’s circumstances. We visit homes where there is no electricity, water or sanitary provisions and at times very little food. It teaches us the enormity of the crisis here and how fortunate we really are! It is touching to receive such hospitality from those who have very little; much can

be gained by these humbling experiences – anyone wishing to join our Outreach Team, please contact us.

We thank all those that attended our stall at Camposol Fiesta and took time to view the photos displayed. Many were taken aback, ‘these homes are local’? Yes, we hear of poverty in India, Africa and many other countries but not realise it is also on our own doorstep!

We heard from an ex-employee of Paloma that 200 redundancies have occurred and more are to follow. Paloma is one of the biggest employers in the area; this will make an even bigger impact on already stretched resources of local services!

REMINDER: Men’s shoes & trainers are always in desperate need along with smaller sized clothesDrop-off centers; The Cultural/Social Centre on Camposol B; Mon 3-5pm and Fri 12.30-2pm. Camposol A Business Centre & Costa Cálida Radio, Puerto de Mazarrón.Shop: Open Tues/Weds/Thurs/Sat 10am-2pm & Thurs 6-9pm 8 C/Carmen - Nr ‘Guillermo II’ Restaurant/Hotel, Mazarrón.

Table Top Sales on last Friday of the Month 10am-2pm outside the Commercial Centre, Camposol B. Tel Shop: 634 321 161 Outreach/Other Enquiries: 634 357 137Facebook: madmazarron or email: [email protected] http://madmazarron.posterous.com is currently awaiting update!!

John Kemp is now very excited to announce that, after years of rescuing and homing dogs in this region of Spain he has now been able to make videos of all the dogs he has available for re homing. Rather than seeing just one photo of a dog in a magazine or newspaper, you can now go to youtube.co.uk and just search for johnkempdogs. Most of John’s dogs now are adult, between 1 to 3 years old, so why not visit his page there and check out all the dogs for yourself.

Visit John Kemp at his stall every Sunday morning at Cañadas del Romero near El Pareton.

If you see a dog you are interested, please contact John on 646737230. You can also try fostering a dog for a while if you prefer to see how it goes. More great news is that John Kemp’s dogs are all fully inoculated and up to date with all their treatments. They are all housetrained and also will have been spayed or castrated, so the next time you are looking for that special someone to share your life with, look no further than Johnkempdogs at youtube.co.uk

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(NIF/CIF: G30856736)Galgos del Sol is a small animal rescue charity dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of Galgos (Spanish greyhounds). The charity does not receive any offi cial funding and depends entirely on donations and fund raising.Each year, hundreds of Galgos are abandoned, killed, hung or burnt alive by hunters who no longer require them for hunting or hare coursing. Many fi nd their way to “killing stations” where they are brutally euthanized.

Galgos Del Sol rescues these dogs and fi nds them homes in the UK, Belgium, Slovenia, Austria and USA where their progress and well-being are monitored through affi liate organisations to ensure that they come to no harm again.Here are some Galgos awaiting adoption:

These Galgo pups were found abandoned with their mother, who needed urgent medical treatment for an infected foot.

GRACE4 year old Galgo bitch. Va c c i n a t e d and negative for all known diseases.

Galgos Del Sol in conjunction with Little Pod Foundation have a stall selling new and quality second hand items every Monday between 10-4pm above the Mercadona (next to Pet World) at the tolls for the La Zenia exit AP7. The Foundation raises money for three worthwhile animal charities, including Galgos del Sol. Visit and show your support. Bric-a-brac and good quality items welcome. Either drop off at the stall or contact [email protected]

Galgos del Sol will also be commencing their Schools’ Programme to educate 8-10 year olds in general pet care. This project is aimed at changing the values of Spanish

children towards pets making them more caring and positive pet owners of the future. If you can help either with your spare time or with a donation, please contact Tina Solera at [email protected]

Galgos del Sol would like to take this opportunity to thank all its volunteers and fund raisers for their present and past involvement. With your care and

commitment to Galgos del Sol, we can make it a better world for the Spanish Galgo.

R E S C U E MISSION TO SLOVENIAOn 2nd July 2011, 9 Galgos were successfully adopted by Slovenians. Galgos del Sol was sad to see them go, but they are in good hands and will make excellent pets. Many thanks to Greyhounds in Need UK, SASIN, Little Pod Foundation and 112Carlotagoalgos for making this rescue mission a success.

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The Lorca Earthquake Concert, together with donations, raised over 5000€ and discussions and negotiations are continuing with the authorities in that devastated city. The decision as to the expenditure will hopefully be made within the month, after consultations with those involved in the concert, but it is worth recording the extremely high level of professional respect given by the Ayuntamiento in Lorca. PALS have written to the Regional government in Murcia to enquire as to their willingness to accept any donations, particularly and initially for the Camposol and other local Health Centres. So far, one letter and a follow up, have produced no response; similarly three letters to the new Alcalde in Mazarron have thus far not received replies. All these communications are to ensure that the monies collected by PALS can be used within the Mazarrón area. Further news as it occurs.

There might just be time to get your name down for the Mini All inclusive Cruise to Lisbon and Tangiers leaving on 21st October,(from 410€) and passing Cape Trafalgar on the battle’s anniversary.

It is also maybe worth enquiring about the Trip to Madrid at the end of August - 3 nights 200€, and/or a Day Out to Tabarca Island on 12th August (25€).

There is a Picnic in the Park in September, BBQ on the Beach in October, a very special night out with a Dinner and Cabaret on 5th November and the Annual Christmas Ball on 12th December is already selling well.

Tickets for all of these from Sara Laras on a Wednesday afternoon or from PALS at the Trevi on a Friday or Saturday morning. In any doubt call 626 460465

Enquiries for next year’s programme are amazing, with a Trip to the Caribbean in October 2012 already booking well and the proposed Trip to Barcelona for the Formula I Grand Prix creating much excitement. Enquiries for these at the same venues.

PALS continue to support FAST and have agreed to pay for training courses for 16 people in the skills of defi brillation and oxygen supply. FAST are now in full operational mode and we are in contact to ensure that their medical equipment supply is fulfi lled.

The Dog Show at the Camposol Fiesta this year was dedicated to The Lorca Earthquake Disaster and many thanks to those who entered their pooches and to our judges, who also sponsored the event,

Thanks again Happy Pets and Andrea’s Animal Rescue.

The 5th CAFÉ Concert is now planned with doors opening at 5.00pm for a 5.30pm start at the Bahia Hotel on 1st October. Entrance just 5€ with 6 different acts, groups and solos. Tickets available shortly, but put this one in your diary. It’s the biggest event of the year and always tremendous fun. The Radio Station, Costa Cálida Chronicle and AngloInfo are again our sponsors, so swell the coffers and have a lot of fun.

Throughout the year we at PALS get support from many businesses in the way of raffl e prizes, ticket printing, and permission to display our posters, so thank you and a special thank you to Sara Laras and The Trevi for allowing us selling space at your excellent establishments. We would also like to express our thanks to the Costa Cálida Chronicle who have throughout the years provided us with space monthly to advise of our activities. Thanks everyone. PALS meet on the fi rst Monday of each month at the Cultural Centre on Camposol at 11.15am for a couple of hours and welcome new members. If you would like to join, please call in or discuss with our team at the selling points any week.

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Well for once I’ve got r e l a t i v e l y little to say about the pronunciation of a Spanish letter, and this is because the letter H in Spanish is silent. This is why

our greeting “hola” sounds just like “ola” and the well known verb to speak “hablar” likewise sounds like “ablar”. This statement on my part is usually followed by the question – so why have an “H” at all then? There is an answer to this, but it’s all to do with the history and development of words from Latin and other languages. The answer I prefer to give is that, if you think the silent H in Spanish is a problem, what about all those silent letters in English (lamb, debt, half, light, psychology) which don’t seem to follow any particular rule at all! Also, isn’t it odd that in English sometimes we pronounce the H and sometimes we don’t, as in “hour”, but “how”. Our class system even comes into this a bit, as ‘posher’ people would say “otel” while the rest of us say “hotel”. English is a strange language.

So meanwhile back at the Spanish language, if the H is always silent, this applies in the middle of words as well as at the end. A favourite word is alcohol which therefore sounds like “alcol”, and that wonderful word for carrot that everyone struggles with “zanahoria”, which sounds like “zanaoria” (with the main beat of the word on the “o”).

The letter “H” does perform one other function where pronunciation is concerned, which is to combine with the letter “c”,

thus making a “ch” sound identical to English “ch” as in “church”. Most of us fi nd it easy to pronounce “leche” (milk) or “techo” (ceiling). For some reason, English speaking people tend to make the mistake of softening the “ch” to a “sh” sound in words that remind us of French, like “ducha” (shower) and “chalet” (detached house). Don’t be tempted to do this because “ducha” and “chalet” are pronounced with the same “ch” as “leche”.

As ever, there are plenty of “true friend” type words, that is ones that look similar and mean the same in both languages. Here is a small selection: historia which means “history” and also “story”. (This incidentally explains why some Spanish people speaking English make the mistake of saying “I will tell you the history” when they mean “the story”) helicóptero (helicopter), horrible (horrible), humedad (humidity or damp) honor (honour), humano (human), humildad (humility), huracán (hurricane).

Here’s a rather curious “false friend”, the Spanish word hipo looks as though it means “hippo”, but in fact means “hiccups”, whilst the animal hipopótamo can’t be abbreviated as it can in English. So now you can apologise for those occasional noises you make with “Perdón, tengo hipo” “Excuse me, I have hiccups” (and not, “I have a hippopotamus”).

An interesting little word imported from English that has become part of Spanish culture is with word “hippy”, with the “H” sounded in imitation of the English pronunciation. Nowadays in Spain “los hippys” are the people who wear colourful clothes, sell jewellery on market stalls and listen to folk music, no doubt whilst smoking a joint. Not that I’m prone to stereotyping or anything.

One of the commonest verbs in Spanish begins with the letter “H” and that is “hacer” meaning “to make” or “to do”. This has many uses. We fi nd it in straightforward phrases like “hacer las camas” (to make the beds) and “hacer los deberes” (to do ones homework). When we want to know what someone is doing we can ask “¿Qué estás haciendo?”, or simply “¿Qué haces?” We use the verb “hacer” to talk about the weather: “Hace frío” (it’s cold), “hace calor” (it’s hot), “hace fresco” (it’s chilly) “hace viento” (it’s windy). Other things we can make or do – “hacer ruido” (to make a noise) “hacer daño” (to damage, to hurt). To do well is “hacer bien”, sometimes people express agreement with the action of another by saying “haces bien” – “you do right”. Another typical use of “hace” is the equivalent of “ago”, except it is put in front of the time expression instead of after it: “hace una semana” (a week ago) “hace muchos años” (many years ago). A form “hacer” is “hecho” which means “made” or “done”. When an agreement has been reached the people concerned might say “hecho” which would mean something like “it’s a done deal” (if you’ll excuse the Americanism!)

This leads us to this week’s saying involving the letter “H”. It is “A lo hecho, pecho”. This cannot really be translated literally as it would come out as something like “To what is done, chest, or heart”. The nearest saying in English with a similar meaning is: “What’s done is done”, but what it really means is that we should accept and stand by the consequences of our actions.

Once again, if you want to learn a few more words beginning with the letter H, go to the puzzles on page ? and try the Wordsearch.

Jane Cronin, Spanish classes and talks. www.janecronin.eu Tel: 968 18 32 58

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Every Day Leisure Sports/Aerobics by Mazarrón Town Hall Bahia Beach, Puerto de Mazarrón, 12.00pm & 6.00pm (midday class on Sat 6th & 6pm class on Fri 26th will take place at Playa del Puerto) Recreational Games by Mazarrón Town Hall Playa del Castellar, 12.15-2.00pm and 6.45-

9.00pm (every Sat & Sun this event will take place at Playa del Rihuete. Sun14th at Playa del Puerto)

Every Mon Wellbeing Clinic with Calida Caring Agency Jane’s Salon, Bolnuevo Guided Tour of Defensive Enclaves by Tourist

Offi ce Departs from Tourist Boat, Cartagena,

10.00am Watch Your Weight Club, 2€ to MABS Jane’s Salon, Bolnuevo, 10.30am Slimming Club Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 11.00am Zumba with Mark Alley Palais, Camposol B, 11.00am-12.00pm Andrea’s Animal Rescue, Collection for Shop Car Park, Camposol B, 11.30-1.30pm GoMad Available for Donations Social Centre/Business Centre, Camposol B Costa Calida Radio (Pto), 3.00-5.00pm Guided Tour of Cartagena in aid of “Lorca

Earthquake Fund” Tourist Offi ce, Cartagena, 7.00pm Toning Classes by Mazarrón Town Hall Bolnuevo Beach, 7.00pm Entertainment Quiz Tel’s Bar, Camposol A, 9.00pm Music Quiz with John Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 9.00pm Every Tue Pensionista Day 1€ discount Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, MAMAS Collection /Book Stall 10.00-1.00pm Camposol B Car Park, opposite the garage, “Pick/Try/Choose/Buy/Donate” MABS

Murcia NE Apts Maruja, Baños de Fortuna, 10.30-12.00pm Dance Exercise to Music with Annette Hotel Sensol, Camposol C, 11.00am Guided Tour of Cartagena by Tourist Offi ce Departs from Roman Theatre Museum,

11.00am Fish and Chips The Arches, Los Alcazares, from 6.00pm Childrens’ Workshop-Constructing Roman

City Museo del Teatro Romano, 6.00pm (6-12 year olds) “Historic Mazarrón” Walk by Mazarrón Town Hall Meet Plaza del Ayuntamiento, 6.00pm Painting Introductory Course (8-14 year

olds) Arcade at Plaza del Castillo, Cehegin, 6.30-

8.30pm Fun Quiz Night with Eddie B The Market Tavern, Pto de Mazarrón, 7.30pm Texas hold em TJ’s Bar, Camposol B, 8.00pm Karaoke with Byron Cañadas del Romero Social Centre, 8.00pm General Knowledge Quiz Tel’s Bar, Camposol A, 9.00pm Every Wed Bridge 9.45am Trevi Bar, Camposol B, New players welcome Guided Tour of Defensive Enclaves by Tourist

Offi ce Departs from Tourist Boat, Cartagena,

10.00am Bingo Tel’s Bar, Camposol A, 1.30pm Fish and Chip Night, 6.50€ Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 6.00-9.00pm

Childrens’ Workshop-Constructing Roman City

Museo del Teatro Romano, Cehegin 6pm (6- 12 year olds)

Childrens Playtime Espacio Joven, Cehegin, 6.00pm Quiz Night with Costa Cálida Radio DJ Ian

Adams Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse, 8pm Steak Night (3 courses) Don Ricardo´s, Pto de Mazarrón, 15€ Dominoes, 5’s and 3’s Tel’s Bar, Camposol A, 8.30pm Quiz with Nigel Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 8.30pm Mens’ Darts In the Evening Cat’s Bar, Camposol A Every Thu Street Market Camposol A “Pick/Try/Choose/Buy/Donate” MABS Murcia NE Apts Maruja, Baños de Fortuna, 10.30-12.00pm

Slimming Club Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 11.00am Guided Tour of Cartagena by Tourist Offi ce Departs from Roman Theatre Museum,

Cartagena, 11.00am Andrea’s Animal Rescue, Collection for Shop, 11.30-1.00pm Bar/Restaurant, Mazarrón Country Club, Childrens Workshop-Constructing Roman City Museo del Teatro Romano, Cehegin, 6.00pm

(6-12 year olds) Historic Walk of Pto de Mazarrón by Mazarrón

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Town Hall Meet Plaza Coopers, next to Tourist Offi ce,

6.00pm, own car essential Toning Classes provided by Mazarrón Town Hall Bolnuevo Beach, 7.00pm Fun Quiz Night TJ’s Bar, Camposol B, 8.30pm General Knowledge Quiz Tel’s Bar, Camposol A, 9.00pm Karaoke with Bernie Mac Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 9.00pm Ladies’ Darts in the Evening Cat’s Bar, Camposol A Fresh Fish Night, 3 courses Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 10€ Barbeque Night Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse Musical Time Machine with Lenny Mitchell The Priory, El Galan Night Cruise and Live Music Bay of Cartagena, 8.30pm

Every Fri Bridge, 9.45am Trevi Bar, Camposol B. New players welcome Book Sale and Bric a Brac. Noah´s ARC Camposol B, 10.00-2.00pm Book Stall. Camposol A Gardening Group Car Park Camposol A. 10.30-12.30pm (re-

commences 19/8) Lions Bahia Mazarrón booking events etc Outside Kennelly’s, Camposol B, 11.00-1.00pm Age Concern booking events etc Outside Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 11.00-1.00pm Guided Tour of Cartagena by Tourist Offi ce Departs from Roman Theatre Museum,

Cartagena, 11.00am GoMad Available for Donations Social Centre/Business Centre, Camposol B Costa Calida Radio (Pto), 12.30-2.00pm Joker Jackpot Draw TJ’s Bar, Camposol B, 6.00pm Fish and Chips The Arches, Los Alcazares, from 6.00pm Fish & Chips New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón Fresh Fish Night (3 courses) Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarron, 10€ Childrens Workshop-Constructing Roman

City Museo del Teatro Romano, Cehegin 6.00pm

(6-12 year olds) Bingo Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 7.30pm Karaoke Tel’s Bar, Camposol A, 8.30pm

Disco Alley Palais, Camposol B, 9.00pm-3.00am Mark the Spark DJ TJ´s, Camposol B Night Cruise and Live Music Bay of Cartagena, 8.30pm Every Sat Buffet Breakfast Camposol Golf Club, Camposol C Beach Soccer Tournament by Mazarrón Town

Hall Bolnuevo Beach, 11.00am and 7.00pm Book Sale with MABS Murcia Mar Menor Outside The Arches Bar.10.30-1.30pm (weather permitting) Recreational Games by Mazarrón Town Hall Playa del Rihuete, 12.15-2.00pm and 6.45-

9.00pm Karaoke Tel’s Bar, Camposol A, 8.30pm Karaoke and Disco with Bernie Mac Trevi Bar, Camposol B. 9.00pm–late Musical Time Machine with Lenny Mitchell Manga Norte Restaurante, La Manga Disco Alley Palais, Camposol B, 9.00pm-3.00am

Every Sun Car Boot Sale, 8.30am Cañadas del Romero Social Centre, Car Boot Sale, 9.00-2.00pm El Romero, Cuevas de Reyllo, Help MMM Car Boot Autocine, Los Narejos Recreational Games provided by Mazarrón

Town Hall Playa del Rihuete, 12.15-2.00pm and 6.45-

9.00pm Sunday Lunch Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, from 4.50€ Sunday Lunch Cañadas del Romero Social Centre, from 6€ Sunday lunch & Music with Johnnie Sparrow Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse 3 course Sunday Roast Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 10€ 4 course Sunday Roast Hotel Mariposa, Gebas, 15€ Sunday Carvery Camposol Golf Club, Camposol C 3 course Sunday Carvery The Yachtsman, Pto de San Pedro Classic Sunday Dinner The Market Tavern, Pto de Mazarrón Karaoke and Disco with Bernie Mac Trevi Bar, Camposol B. From 7.00pm Themed Quiz Alley Palais, Camposol B, 7.30pm Bingo Tel’s Bar, Camposol A, 7.30pm Sunday Roast in the evening Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 10€ Fun Bingo Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 8.30pmAUGUST Monday 1 Stu Solo The Arches, Los Alcazares Night Hike provided by Mazarrón Town Hall Meet opp Café Oasis, Bolnuevo, 8.30pm,

Tickets from Tourist Offi ce Tuesday 2 Auction with MABS Murcia NE Bob’s Bar, Carretera Pinoso, Fortuna, 2.00pm

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Friends & Buddies Evening Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 8.00pm Bootleg Bee Gees & Sunfl ower Valley 14€ Sensol Hotel (poolside), Camposol C, Karaoke with Ruby Blues The Arches, Los Alcazares

Wednesday 3 Lions Meeting Social Centre, Camposol B, 5.00pm Semana de la Juventud Blanca Ladies’ Fair, handbags/shoes/clothes etc Jane’s Salon, Bolnuevo, 11-3.00pm 4 hour walk by Mazarrón Town Hall Meet Repsol Garage, El Alamillo, 5.30pm Pat Martin The Arches, Los Alcazares San Javier International Festival of Theatre

(until 28/8) Almansa Park Municipal Auditorium, Almansa,

Murcia

Thursday 4 Semana de la Juventud Blanca San Zenón Fiesta (until 7/8) Cehegin, bull running, bull fi ghting etc Wellbeing Clinic with Calida Caring Agency Dental Care, Camposol B, 10.00-4.00pm Jukebox Legends The Arches, Los Alcazares “Club Tropikana Night” with DJ for JJ Puppies The Market Tavern, Pto de Mazarrón, 7.50€

inc meal Friday 5 Outdoor Market Stall with MABS Calle Segura, Calasparra, 9.00-1.00pm Mixed Competition with Camposol Golf

Association Camposol C Musical Time Machine with Lenny Mitchell Coopers Arms, Dona Pepa, Ciudad Quesada Tony Lincoln The Arches, Los Alcazares Acoustic Guitarist IVO, Fish n Chips 5€ The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón Fish & Chips & Live Music from Johnnie

Sparrow Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse Cálida Country Music Club Night wih Texas Ted La Molata, Cañada de Alhama (proceeds to CAFÉ) Summer Ball with Camposol Golf Association Pinito de Oro, Sierra Espuña

Saturday 6 Welcome Meeting Mariano´s, Camposol A, 2.00pm Fun Day with MABS Murcia/Mar Menor Sierra Golf, 11.00-5.00pm Shakey Ground The Arches, Los Alcazares Suzy G/Michael Jackson Tribute The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón Liverpool Band and set dinner Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse Karaoke with Byron Tel’s Bar, Camposol A Steve Fisher as Rod Stewart Hotel Mariposa, Gebas Karen Noble Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón

Sunday 7 Music Festival (until 10/8) Morella, Valencia Flamenco Festival (until 16/8) La Union Quiz and Games Night The Arches, Los Alcazares

Monday 8 Sew’n’Sos Sewing Group MABS Murcia NE Urb Las Kalendas, Fortuna, 2.00pm Debbie Slater The Arches, Los Alcazares Night Hike by Mazarrón Town Hall Meet opp Café Oasis, Bolnuevo, 9.00pm

Tuesday 9 Karaoke with Ruby Blues The Arches, Los Alcazares “Rod Stewart” Tribute & Maria O´Hara Sensol Hotel (poolside), Camposol C, 11€ Tour of Churches in the Old Town Cehegin, 9.00pm

Wednesday 10 Fortuna Ladies’ Luncheon Club MABS Murcia NE Las Palmeras Restaurant, Baños de Fortuna,

1.00pm Lorna Michelle The Arches, Los Alcazares “Cala Cerrada” Walk by Mazarrón Town Hall Meet Repsol Garage, El Alamillo, 5.30pm Flamenco Evening in aid of AFA Casa la Pedrera, 6.30pm Preparing non-alcoholic cocktails Café El Molino, Cehegin. 7.30-9.30pm Thursday 11 Misterie’Elx (Elche Mystery Plays, until 15/8) Elche Toning Classes by Mazarrón Town Hall Bolnuevo Beach, 7.00pm Taste of Asia 5 Course Tasting Menu Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 15.00€ Justin Sane, Comedian The Arches, Los Alcazares Preparing non-alcoholic cocktails Café El Molino, Cehegin. 7.30-9.30pm

Friday 12 Chaparral Fiesta (until 14/8) Indoor Market with fashion/bling/DVD´s etc Alley Palais, Camposol B Table Football Competition Casa Europa, next to garden of La Tercia,

Cehegin Trip to Tabarca Island with PALS, 25€ Lenny Mitchell Fish n Chips 5€ The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarron, Fish and Chip Night & Live Music from Woman Soul

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Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse Karaoke with Bernie Mac Tel’s Bar, Camposol A Lynden B, Musical Comedian The Arches, Los Alcazares Preparing non-alcoholic cocktails Café El Molino, Cehegin. 7.30-9.30pm

Saturday 13 Outdoor Market - jewellery/handbags etc Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón, 11.00-3.00pm Table Football Competition Casa Europa, next to garden of La Tercia,

Cehegin Kar P Diem and Buffet Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse Woody Camposol Golf Club, Camposol C The CAS Band Hotel Mariposa, Gebas The Beagles Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón Nick Barker The Arches, Los Alcazares Andy McBride as Rod Stewart The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón Sunday 14 Canara Fiesta (until 21/8) Table Football Competition Casa Europa, next to garden of La Tercia,

Cehegin Juan Miguel Belchi Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón Quiz and Games Night The Arches, Los Alcazares

Monday 15 Feria y Fiestas del Vino Jumilla Fiestas de Agosto Blanca Asunción de la Virgen Mazarrón and Águilas World Youth Day (until 21/8) Madrid Samantha Curtis The Arches, Los Alcazares Special Full Moon Hike by Mazarrón Town Hall Meet at Café Oasis, Bolnuevo, 9.00pm

Tuesday 16 San Roque Ceutí and Villanueva del Segura San Roque, Sodales y Romanos Fortuna “Beach Boys” Tribute plus Lewis Laking Sensol Hotel (poolside), Camposol C, 11€ Karaoke with Ruby Blues

The Arches, Los Alcazares “Trackmania” Jardin del Convento, Cehegin, 9.00pm

Wednesday 17 Hiking at Sierra de las Herrerías by Mazarrón Town Hall

Meet at BP Gas Station, N332 between Mazarrón & Pto, 6.00pm

Woody The Arches, Los Alcazares Musical Time Machine with Lenny Mitchell Damo’s, via Park III

Thursday 18 Wellbeing Clinic with Calida Caring Agency Dental Care, Camposol B, 10.00-4.00pm Suzy G The Arches, Los Alcazares

Friday 19 Outdoor Market Stall with MABS Calle Segura, Calasparra, 9.00-1.00pm Marie Jane The Arches, Los Alcazares Live Entertainment tbc Fish n Chips 5€ The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón Fish & Chip Night & Live Music from Barrington Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse Open Air Screening “Catch me if you can” San Antonio area of Cehegin, 10.30pm

Saturday 20 Full Circle Camposol Golf Club, Camposol C Karaoke with Byron Tel’s Bar, Camposol A The Beagles Hotel Mariposa, Gebas The CAS Band Las Torres, Puerto de Mazarrón Mark Bailer, Michael Buble Tribute The Arches, Los Alcazares Shaky Ground The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón Mad Hatters Buffet meal Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse Tribute to traditional Spanish Music in aid of

Lorca fund Cehegin, 10.00pm Caribbean Night & Barrington with MABS

Mazarrón Lara’s Bar, Camposol A, 7.30pm, 5€ Crazy Golf,BBQ,games, etc with Lions

Mazarrón Scot’tees, El Pareton, 15€ The Viva Las Vegas Show - MABs NW Restaurante Alandalus, Calle del Sol, Calasparra

Sunday 21 International Fesival of Folklore (until 24/8) Segura-Cieza Quiz and Games Night The Arches, Los Alcazares Polish Folk Group Park Juan Carlos I, Cehegin, 10.30pm

Monday 22 Sew’n’Sos Sewing Group with MABS Murcia NE Urb Las Kalendas, Fortuna, 2.00pm Night Hike by Mazarrón Town Hall Meet at Café Oasis, Bolnuevo, 8.30pm, Tickets from Tourist Offi ce Shirelle The Arches, Los Alcazares

Tuesday 23 Karaoke with Ruby Blues

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The Arches, Los Alcazares ABBAcadabra plus Dougie Munroe Sensol Hotel (poolside), Camposol C, 11€ Wednesday 24 San Bartolomé Beniel, Cieza, Librilla, Moratalla and Ulea “Welcome” Dance with Lucinda & The Beagles Mariano’s, Camposol A, 6€ (food optional at 5€) Hiking provided by Mazarrón Town Hall Meet at La Azohia Church, 5.30pm Alan Warden The Arches, Los Alcazares Flamenco Evening in aid of AFA Casa la Pedrera, 6.30pm

Thursday 25 Tim Ross The Arches, Los Alcazares Fruits of the Sea 5 Course Tasting Menu Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 17.50€

Friday 26 Indoor Market with fashion/bling etc Alley Palais, Camposol B Booksale with MABS Mazarrón Outside Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 9.00-1.00pm Table Top Sale with GoMad Commercial Sector B, Camposol, 10.00-2.00pm Walk with NEST Meet 6pm, Sierra Espuña Restaurant Karaoke with Bernie Mac Tel’s Bar, Camposol A Beach Party with BBQ & Mark the Spark DJ TJ’s Bar, Camposol B, free cocktail before 9pm Nick Barker The Arches, Los Alcazares Live Entertainment tbc The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón Fish & Chip Night & Live Music from Johnnie

Sparrow Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse A la Mode Cañadas del Romero Social Centre, Buffet 6€ Tourist Route, “Cehegin, Architecture from

Baroque to Modern” Departs from garden of La Tercia, 9.00pm Open Air Screening of “Salt” San Antonio area of Cehegin, 11.30pm

Saturday 27 Barrington Hotel Mariposa, GebasMartin Ross Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón Lynden B, Musical Comedian The Arches, Los Alcazares The CAS Band The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón Rock ‘n Roll Extravaganza and buffet Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse Atlantis Camposol Golf Club, Camposol C

Sunday 28 San Agustín Fuente Álamo Fiestas Patronales Las Torres de Cotillas Quiz and Games Night The Arches, Los Alcazares

Monday 29 Debbie Slater The Arches, Los Alcazares Tuesday 30 MABS Mazarrón Meeting

Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 11.30am Soul/Motown/Reggae Night, JJ Soulman &

Cris Jonsson Sensol Hotel (poolside), Camposol C, 11€ Lobster Night Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 25€ Karaoke with Ruby Blues The Arches, Los Alcazares

Wednesday 31 “Tomato Fight” (La Tomatina) Bruñol, Valencia MABS Murcia NE Meeting La Carcelera, Urb Las Kalendas, Fortuna, 11.30am Petanca with “Welcome” Mariano’s , Camposol A, 4.00pm Maria O’Hara The Arches, Los AlcazaresSEPTEMBERThursday 1 Fiesta de Polvorín Archena Wellbeing Clinic with Calida Caring Agency Dental Care, Camposol B, 10.00-4.00pm

Friday 2 Lenny Mitchell Fish n Chips 5€ The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón, 50’s & 60’s Karaoke with BJ Hotel Mariposa, Gebas Karaoke with Bernie Mac Tel’s Bar, Camposol A

Saturday 3 Welcome Meeting Mariano’s, Camposol A, 2.00pm Shakey Ground Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón Full Circle Camposol Golf Club, Camposol C The Beagles The New Royal, El Alamillo, Pto de Mazarrón Monday 5 Sew’n’So’s Sewing Group with MABS Murcia NE Urb Las Kalendas, Fortuna, 2.00pm

Tuesday 6 Romería del Niño de las Uvas Jumilla Coach Trip to Benidorm Lions of Mazarrón 15€ Viva Las Vegas - Night of the Stars Sensol Hotel (poolside), Camposol C, 11€Entertainment and special menu nights are RedMarkets,exhibitions,leisure,activities and meetings are purpleCharity and non profi t making organisations are greenNational events are orangeFiestas are pinkImportant dates are blueThe venues highlighted in Black are our Advertisers

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Saturday 18th June saw a Mediterranean Night Fundraiser for the Lorca Fund following the recent earthquake. The event was held at Centro Hipico near Pulpi and was attended by more than 100 people.

The event was co-ordinated by Centro Hipico together with Helping Hands, a newly formed organisation whose aim is to support the many local animal charities and in this instance to give something back to the people of Lorca.

Amongst the artistes donating their time was Charlie Rutherford, local DJ, Oscar & Jaime of Arroz & Roll, live music trio, and Julio, Flamenco Guitarist and his wife Katy who excited everyone with her fl amenco dancing. Proceeds from the evening

totalled 485€ which has gone directly to the people of Lorca. This was in addition to 235€ previously raised by Helping Hands at their launch fi esta in May.

As usual the Centro Hipico excelled themselves with an amazing Mediterranean Buffet which catered for all tastes and left no-one hungry. Future events currently being planned at Centro Hipico include well known Tribute bands, Showaddywaddy, The Blues Bros & Abbacadabra.

For further information or to make a donation please contact: [email protected]

I ‘Heard it through the Grapevine’ that the fi rst of TJ’s free summer themed parties (Motown Night) was a huge success! DJ Mark the Spark from Costa Cálida Radio got the party going playing all the Motown classics, holding a full dance fl oor all night. TJ’s impressive air-conditioned lounge bar always brings a warm welcome with friendly locals who love to party and this night was no exception.

July’s themed party brought Rome to Camposol in the form of a Toga Party on 29th July. All guests dressed up and received a free glass of bubbly and were invited to don bed sheets to show off those beautiful tans. A prize was awarded to the best dressed. TJ’s bar staff were of course there serving in

full fancy dress attire!

Finally there was a live broadcast from TJ’s by Costa Cálida Radio with DJ Mark the Spark on 24 July with great music and a BBQ which livened up a quiet Sunday afternoon.August brings the awesome and infamous TJ’s Summer Beach Party! If you came to the last one you will remember how the bar was converted into a beach, with real sand and a palm tree bar! You’ve got to see it to believe it! Dare to bare in your beachwear! There’s a free TJ’s Cocktail for all those who arrive before 9pm - dance the hot summer night away on Friday 26 August.

September is going to be hilarious as TJ’s are holding a Superhero and Villain Party! The staff will be sure to impress you with their full fancy dress costumes! Again all those in fancy dress will receive a free glass of bubbly before 9pm and as always there will be a prize for the best dressed! Get it in your diaries now for Friday 30 September.

If you want a thoroughly enjoyable evening with music to encompass all age groups, we recommend you get yourself down to TJ’s. Not only are they holding these great parties, but Mark the Spark will be there every Friday night throughout August!

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FOR SALE

Two burgundy leather chairs, with substantial oak frames. Originally part of a 3-piece suite. Vgc but space needed 60€ the pair. Tel 649296658 (Camposol)

Yamaha 550 keyboard/full size keys. Midi connections for ext use. Instruction manual/keyboard stand/Yamaha transformer/fl ight case. Exc cond. 300€ ono. Stag semi acoustic jumbo guitar/fl ight case. Left handed. 250€ ono. Tel 968199472/634335626 (Camposol)

The Box PA502 Two 300WRMS high quality full range PA speakers. 15” plus Horn. 200€. Tel 628167015 [email protected] (Camposol)

Pramac generator ES5000 petrol, 4,6KW good condition starts fi rst time. HONDA motor, model GX270. 1Fase, Voltage 230 450€ Tel 656655352 (NW Murcia)

Swimming pool salt water generator 85€. Garden rotovator 150€. Tel 617 987 032 (NW Murcia)

5 pendant light fi ttings 90€. 2 matching. All good quality. Tel 968592773/626927134 (Mazarrón)

Wheelchair - lightweight folds easily into car boot. 180€ Childs travel cot with extra mattress, vgc 30€. Circular garden table approx mtr. Green with glass top.25€ Tel 658323257 (Cehegin)

Computer 17”monitor, Windows 98, Epson Printer, Scanner, Digital Camera vgc. Instruction manuals/dozens of dvd’s. Offers invited. Tel 620767541 (NW Murcia)

Large Radio Controlled sailing Yacht 1400mm long, fast, 3ch control. Well built two suits of sails 350€ Tel 968170870 (Mar Menor)

Full Set Hippo Steel Golf Clubs with Hippo Bag. Gd Cond 30€. Capota Travel 6 Car Seat for Grupo 0 + - 13 kg. Good condition 25 euros. Tel 634303844 (Mazarrón)

Domena steam ironing press 75€. Man’s mountain bike little used but needs some tlc 40€ inc helmet Tel 626583186 (Bullas)

3 pine bedside cabinets 6 2 pine single headboards. New condition. 15€ each. Tel 699261663. (Mazarrón)

Stainless steel swimming pool steps, 4 step 80€. Silent Night (clare) double mattress, cream, new 50€ Tel 672811513 (Mula)

Full size bed settee with clean spring interior mattress. Terracotta colour with small fl owers. Removable cover.150€. Tel 968721277 (Calasparra)

Electro acoustic guitar, small bodied, with gig bag/spare strings. Unused 120€. Acoustic guitar, Steel strung with gig bag/spare strings. As new 45€. Ukulele with bag/tutor book. New. 25€. Tel 630366321 or [email protected]

Full-size galvanized luggage rack for Land Rover Defender 110 in perfect condition €200. Hotpoint upright frost-free freezer FZA81 €40. Tel 666445192

Electric Scooter TINTO S534 3 wheeler. Can be folded to fi t into car boot. Can be tested only €250 Wheelchair only €50. Tel 968199984 (Mazarrón)

WANTEDExternal door and 2-3 windows, any size or material for shed. Tel 634334169 (Mazarrón)

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Los Amigos de Mazarrón FC held a very successful press conference at the Hotel La Cumbre on 14th July to announce details of the 3rd Annual Gala Evening and Dinner in support of Mazarrón Football Club. It will be held at the Hotel La Cumbre, Puerto de Mazarrón on Wednesday 8 February 2012 and is being jointly sponsored by New Images, the No. 1 Unisex Hair & Beauty Salon and Nail Bar of Centro Commercial, Sector B, Camposol, and Ibex Insurance of C.C. Upper Local 2, Avda Doctor Mesa S/N, Puerto de Mazarrón.

Dave Marks, the President of Los Amigos de Mazarron FC welcomed an invited audience to the press conference. Guests included the Mayor of Mazarrón, Gines Campillo Mendez and his wife, the Councillor for Sport, Andres Valera Hernandez, Kelly Ensor, and the President of Mazarrón Football Club, Jose Miguel Rodriguez. Representatives of the local media were also in attendance, along with guests who had supported the previous two Los Amigos Gala Dinners either as sponsors of VIP guests.

Dave Capper, Press Offi cer for Los Amigos then announced that the guest speaker for the 2012 dinner would be the former Nottingham Forest, Leeds United, Everton, Chelsea and Blackburn Rovers striker, Duncan McKenzie. Duncan is considered to be one of the funniest after-dinner speakers on the football circuit and his speaking engagements have taken him all over the world.

Master of Ceremonies will again be comedian Justin Sane who was such a success at this year’s dinner. Justin will be performing his hilarious comedy act during the evening which will also feature music and dancing to the fabulous Beagles. Former Sheffi eld United, Leeds and England international, Tony Currie, who was a guest at this year’s dinner, will also be in attendance. Both Mr Marks and Mr Capper paid tribute to everyone who had helped to make the 2010 and 2011 Gala Dinners such a success, raising over €5,000 in total, and in particular to New Images who were sponsoring the event for the third year running.

When the formalities were over, the guests retired to the terrace at the Hotel with spectacular views overlooking the Bay of Mazarrón, and enjoyed a refreshing glass of sangria and light refreshments.

Tickets for the 2012 Gala Evening and Dinner, which include a four course meal with coffee and local beer, house wine and soft drinks during the serving of dinner, are €40 each. There are also a very limited number of VIP tickets available at €50 each. The VIP tickets include admission to a VIP reception to welcome Duncan McKenzie and Tony Currie to Mazarrón. This will be held at Don Ricardo’s Restaurant, Puerto de Mazarrón on Monday 6 February and will include a welcome drink, buffet and the opportunity to chat to

Duncan and Tony in informal surroundings.

The event is sure to sell out quickly, so to avoid disappointment, you can reserve your tickets by telephoning Andy on 634 040990, Dave on 600 631956 or by calling at the Trevi Bar any Thursday between 3pm and 4pm prior to the Los Amigos de Mazarrón weekly meeting.

I am delighted to have been asked to come out to Spain for the 3rd Los Amigos de Mazarron FC Annual Gala Evening and Dinner next February. I know that the previous events have been a great success and raised a t r e m e n d o u s amount of money in support of Mazarrón Football Club. I also know that both Dave Bassett and Jan Molby really enjoyed the time they spent with you out in Mazarrón.

Dave Bassett spoke to me last month when we played in the Footballers’ Golf Classic in La Manga and I am aware that he is still actively supporting Los Amigos and Mazarrón Football Club by arranging auction and raffl e prizes on your behalf.

I look forward to meeting you all and spending a few enjoyable days in Mazarrón.

Duncan McKenzie 14th July 2011

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Members Matchplay Knockout 2011

This year saw Lo Romero Golf host its fi rst members’ Matchplay Knockout Tournament. The fi rst of 5 rounds began early in April with the fi nal set for the 8th of July. 24 members started the tournament with the winners progressing to the following stages.

The fi nal was contested between Gordon Willock, handicap 22 and Rita East, handicap 17. The match was a tight affair with Gordon Willock doing enough to win the tie on the 16th. Both players displayed good spirit, and fi nished the round on the 18th, greeted by D. JuanJo Iñiguez, General Manager of Lo Romero Golf, D.Jaime Ibañez Peñalver, Director of Golf, Alex Ward and Rafael Baeza, Professsionals at Lo Romero Golf.

Rita East was awarded her Runners-Up Trophy by Jaime Ibañez Peñalver, by the 18th green, with Gordon Willock receiving from JuanJo Iñiguez, the trophy which will remain in the club house at Lo Romero. Gordon also received a replica trophy. Both players were gifted a T-Shirt as further recognition of their achievement throughout this tournament.

On behalf of Lo Romero Golf we would like to thank all of the members that took part in the tournament, and we hope that you all take part in the tournament again next year.

Winner Gordon Willock

Champion and Runner-Up Gordon Willock and Rita East.

Mazarron Bowls Club Charity Match Sunday July 3rd Mazarron Bowls Club played a Triples Charity Match at their home ground at Hacienda De Alamo. The turn-out was excellent with 36 members up for a challenge. The format was simple; after every 6 ends, the winners moved to the next rink and so forth until all 18 ends had been played.

The overall winners of that competition were Barbara Male, Jane Salter & Peter Marshall each receiving a prize of a bottle of wine. There was another quick and fun competition played after the main event called “Spider”. Each player stands around the rink edge holding just 1 bowl, the jack is placed in the centre of the rink, then on the word ‘go’, every player sends their bowl to the jack with the nearest being the winner. This was won by Barbara Male with her 2nd prize of the day of a chicken to go with the wine.

The day’s competition was followed by a

much appreciated BBQ provided by Danny, (owner of Hacienda bowls greens) and Sergio who runs the catering facilities at the club.A fabulous grand total of €302 was raised on the day. It was decided that the money go to the charity FAST (First Aid Support Team) which I’m sure that the residents of Camposol particularly, will now be aware of and realise what a fantastic support this charity will make to us all.Report by Wendy Reynolds

Finding the correct ball position at address by David Gay PGA Professional

Because most shots in golf are made from differ-ent distances, lies and con-ditions, we have 14 clubs to choose from. These

clubs have different lengths and lofts, so we have to change our stance and ball position depending on which club and which shot we are playing.

Some instructors say you should make the same swing with every club by playing the ball in the same spot for every shot. I believe ball position should change depending on which club you use and what type of shot you are at-tempting. I like to keep it simple by breaking shots down into short, middle and long. This is because no two golf clubs are exactly alike. For instance, the longer the club, the more you need to stand away from the ball and the fl atter your swing will be. Conversely, shorter clubs will produce a more upright swing. This is why most golfers can hit their short irons well and struggle with longer clubs. The key is to make the proper adjustment with every golf club in your bag. The following tips will help get you on the right path.

Ball positions for long, middle and short clubsLong clubs, driver, fairway woods, hy-brids, long irons:With these clubs you need to sweep the ball as opposed to hitting down on it. The ball should be played towards the left heel, (for right-handed golfers) with the hands behind the ball, as this allows you to hit the ball on the upswing. This helps the ball become air-borne automatically.

Middle irons:Here the ball should be played slightly forward of the middle of the stance with the hands very slightly ahead of it. This position will al-low you to hit the ball with a descending blow, causing a shallow divot.

Short irons:Lastly, with short irons play the ball in the middle of the stance of slightly back of mid-dle. This will allow you to hit the ball on a steep angle and produce a big divot.

It is important to remember these positions are guidelines. During practice, experiment by moving the ball around to fi nd which posi-tions work best for you.

A rule of thumb:By moving the ball forward, you will hit higher shots; conversely, by moving the ball back you will hit lower shots.For more information on lessons you can fi nd David @ The David Gay Golf Academy @ Sierra Golf Balsicas on contact on 6700 83939 or email [email protected]

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Captain’s Day in June for the Old Guard took place at The Polaris World course at El Valle Golf Resort. Due to the reluctance on the part of Polaris World to offer an attractive green fee deal, it has been more than three years since the society played this course, but the wait was worth it. Thanks must go to Glenn Billington from Hacienda Del Alamo golf Academy for setting up the green fee for us. Thanks also to Captain John Dunbar for providing the players with coffee and ham and cheese toasties on arrival.

El Valle, from a personal viewpoint is the best of the three Polaris World courses offering wonderful views and a challenging hilly ‘track’. The course was in lovely condition and the greens were running true. For the walkers, some of the distances from green to tee were

a little daunting as the heat of the day began to take its toll.

At the seventeenth hole, guest Jim Doyle had the luck of the Irish as he drove wildly off to the right and out of bounds into someone’s villa. His provisional ball went straight down the middle and as the playing group reached this ball, there, to everyone’s surprise was his fi rst ball as well - It had ricocheted off a wall and back onto the middle of the fairway! He said it was just local knowledge!

New Non-Spanish Resident member Peter Roberts was the Overall Winner and Division Two Winner scoring 34 points but he was unable to collect the trophy due to the society rule about three qualifying matches before you can win one. He was rewarded though with a

boxed presentation set of two bottles of very nice wine courtesy of Horatio, the restaurant manager.Newly joined, Steve Farrell came in as the Overall Runner-Up with 29 points. Dave Barrett took the Division One Trophy with a score of 26 points and Division Three was won by Gavin Elbourne.Captain John Dunbar won the Nearest the Pin Prize at hole 15 and Jim Doyle won the prize for Nearest the Pin (2nd shot) at hole 11.Peter Court and Jim Doyle won the ‘twos’ money and the best guest score was that

man again Jim Doyle. The Captain raised €155 on the day for his charity. Players having to pay €1 for every hole on which they failed to score.The prestigious ‘Plonker’ Trophy was won eventually by Ian Adams although due to an administrative error Howard Wright was presented with it on the day. Well done everyone.

The meal after the competition on the clubhouse terrace was paid by the golf society and the food and service were both excellent.On Friday 17 June, FOG’S Presentation Evening took place at Restaurant Siena in Mazarrón town. A great time was had by all as the drinks fl owed freely and Lenny Mitchell on guitar entertained us into the early hours. Thank you to manager Pepe, Bernadino and the kitchen staff for a lovely evening.

If you are interested in joining the golf society or just want to fi nd out more about us (lady member are more than welcome) contact the Secretary Bob Daffon tel: 968598540 or email [email protected]

The ladies holding each other up on the dance fl oor

Captain John Dunbar presents the Overall Winner Peter Roberts with his prize.

Vice-Captain Barry Martin shows off his ‘unsightly stains’ gained as a result of

attempts to play out of a lake.Some of the players gather on the fi rst tee

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Federation CompetitionOn 29th June a Federation Competition was held at Sensol in an attempt to get our Federation and GCA handicaps on a par, but the difference between the two is so great it is going to take a long time to reconcile them. Our Handicap Secretary, Keith Halliwell is in contact with the Federation to try to rectify this. After the game most of the 54 people who played stayed for tapas and a drink or two? We shall have another Federation Game in September when the weather cools down.

Marshal’s CupThis year’s Marshal’s Cup was played over just one day 2nd July. This is usually a 2 day annual event with a format similar to the Ryder Cup, but this year due to the heat it was decided that one day would be suffi cient. The Spanish beat the Brits 22 points to 17. There were 80 players who took part and the Spanish very generously supplied all participants with caps and hats and provided prizes for the Longest Drives and 4 Nearest the Pin. After the game there was a terrifi c atmosphere when all the Spanish and the British sat down on the terrace at one long table and Jim and Margaret, who have now

very successfully taken over the kitchen at the Golf Club, put on a great BBQ spread. The GCA supplied the wine and a great time was had by all. We are all looking forward to our next event with the Spanish, which is the Camposol Cup usually held in early November.

Mixed CompetitionOn 8th of July there was a Mixed Competition with 36 competitors taking part. After the game, Jim and Margaret did us proud again with great tapas. Unfortunately the Charity Quiz night that was supposed to follow the game had to be cancelled due to lack of support, which is very unfortunate as the Captain’s Charity this year is in aid of Lorca.

Summer BallOn 5th August there will be another Mixed Competition prior to our Summer Ball in the evening. We are holding this at the Pinito de Oro for the second year running, as last year it was such a great venue, with super food and service. The Entertainment this year is going to be the “Cas Band” and we are all looking forward to a wonderful evening dancing in the court yard under the stars.

Ladies’ LeagueThe Costa Cálida Ladies’ League came to an end with joint winners Hacienda and Camposol on the same points; 130, which is very unusual, especially after 6 different games being played over the season at reciprocal courses. The Presentation Luncheon was held at Hacienda after a friendly game of golf, with all the teams mixed in together. The meal was excellent and our hosts most convivial and a big thanks to Marilynn and her team for a super day. We have all enjoyed our Ladies’ League encounters in a competitive but friendly spirit. It would be even better if we could get at least 2 more teams to join us to make the League more challenging. If you are group of lady golfers who would like to be part of our group, you are very welcome to join us. We play at reciprocal golf courses at reduced green fees. To participate in the League, you only need a group of 6 ladies, so if you are interested or would like more information, please contact Betty Roberts on [email protected].

Betty Roberts

Tuesday 28th June, saw the 6th leg of the ever popular Costa Cálida Golf Challenge with the beautiful Las Colinas Golf & Country Club hosting the day. Breakfast was served in the clubhouse at around 11am and then the full complement of 40 players moved over to use the practise facilities prior to the fi rst 4 ball teeing off at midday. As ever the course was in superb condition, and I would like to thank Martin, Martina and all the staff at Las Colinas for making us all welcome and ensuring the day went very smoothly indeed

Thanks also to Costa Cálida Golf Tours for providing the discounted green fees and also to The Great Golf Company and Caja Rural for their continued support of the Costa Cálida Golf Challenge. Results:Winner Marcel Mulder 38 points

on count backRunner up Barry Smith 38 points Best Lady Lara Van Kleef 34 points Longest drive Men Marcel MulderLongest drive Ladies Lara Van Kleef NP in one shot Rob StevensNP in two shots Steve LockeNP in three shots Marcel Mulder 2’s pot....we had 6 winners all taking € 30 each; Siobhan Cassidy; Jack Flower; Bob Ferguson; Rob Stevens, Marcel Mulder & Steve Locke The 7th round of the Costa Cálida Golf Challenge took place on 26th July at La Serena Golf and the cost will be € 35 per person including a shared buggy. To reserve your place please contact Andy on 650 718 172 or email [email protected]

Winners l-rLara Van Kleef , Rob Stevens , Jack Flower, Steve Locke, Bob Ferguson,

Marcel Mulder( Winner) , Barry Smith & Siobhan Cassidy

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July quiz answers1. Who claims they do swimming

pool cleaning, maintenance and repairs?

www.watermaid – Europe2. Who is now open?T.J.Electrical3. Who is currently looking for new

properties (any size) for both short and long term lets?

Spanish Property Rentals

4. If you get into your tuxedo, what are doing?

Using Limousine Chauffeurs5. Who had their party in the park for

the third year?M.A.B.s6. Who are the paperwork and prob-

lem solving specialist?P and P Services7. What will Chicago do?Headline the San Javier Jazz Festival

8. What does Koolklimate do?Supply air conditioning and pool

heating9. Who has been driving over lem-

ons?Chris Stewart10. If you called Steve on 634315253

what would he do for you?Bee and Wasp removal

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Águilas

El Berro

Cartagena

Moratalla

Lorca

Cieza

Archena

Molina de Segura

Orihuela

Torrevieja

Pilar De La Horadada

Alicante

La Paca

Alcantarilla

Las Palas

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A-91Vélez Rubio

Catral

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Aledo

Murcia

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2. Bolnuevo 18. Puerto de Mazarrón

14. Mazarrón

4. Camposol

1. Alhama de Murcia

21. Totana

3. Calasparra

6. Caravaca De La Cruz

7. Cehegin

16. Mula

17. Pliego

26. Fortuna

19. San Javier

28. San Pedro del Pinatar

9. Fuente Alamo

10. La Manga5. Cañadas del Romero

12. Los Alcazares

22. Purias

29. Torre Pacheco

23. Los Cantereros

24. Cabo de Palos

8. El Algar

25. La Manga Club

11. La Torre

13. Los Belones20. Tallante

27. Blanca

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Accommodation:Casa Valentina - 868 081 417Hotel La Mariposa - 968 631 008

Accountants:Silvente - 968 332 058

Airport Parking:Coastline Park & Fly - 966 799 326Seguro Parking - 622 062 115

Art and Crafts:Stained Glass – Colin Day - 620 767 541

Banking and Finance:Lloyds Bank International - 902 024 365

Bars, Cafés & Restaurants:Alley Palais - 968 131 970Amaro Restaurant - 968 484 019Cafeteria Plaza - 968 705 406Camping Fuente - 968 685 125Cat’s Bar - 666 188 353Chez Zoe - 676 691 324Don Ricardo’s - 968 155 887Hacienda del Alamo Golf ResortClubhouse - 968 070 066Hotel La Mariposa - 968 631 008Las Torres - 607 013 423Leonardo’s - 628 682 303Liz’s Cafe - 696 724 123Mariachis Mexican Restaurant - 968 559 984Sensol Hotel Golf Club - 603 135 387Tel’s Bar - 699 518 535The Market Tavern - 968 154 588The New Royal - 968 595 864The Yachtsman - 600 749 181TJ’s - 653 088 866Trevi Bar & Restaurant - 669 026 544

Builders:Amigos - 619 025 160Builder and Joiner - 607 464 186

Fuente Building Services - 696 744 982 Green Construction - 968 970 614JD Construction - 630 269 994JML Professional Building Services - 669 054 652Kitchen and Bathroom Refi ts - 607 464 186Tony’s Building Services - 647 119 952Westwood Construction - 968 563 553

Building Services:Kano Building Design - 963 141 082Inside Out Window Film - 608 716 111P&P Services - 659 732 962V.I.P. Services - 650 893 607

Butchers:Big Breakfast Butchers - 968 170 553

Carpentry:Philip Carpenter / Joiner - 680 443 219

Car Hire:Bolnuevo Cars - 968 150 979F&C Rent a Car - 968 199 156

Cars & Transport:P&P Services - 659 732 962Specialist Vehicles SL – 968 146 158Tuxedo Limousine Chauffeurs - 618 315 933

Chiropodists:Chiropody - Philip Dawe - 968 150 244

Cleaning Services:Limpieza Rosa - 619 199 407Waterless Car Valeting - 630 352 485

Clothes Shops:Legs & Co. - 660 792 513

Computer Accessories:Beep - 968 155 710

Shop at Camposol Computers - 968 154 477

Computer Repairs & Sales:Beep - 968 155 710Camposol Computers - 968 199 191Dot Com World - 968 199 154LocoPC - 968 971 893Shop at Camposol Computers - 968 154 477 Dentist:British Dental Clinic - 628 115 554Dental Care - 968 199 111Olivier Houdusse - 968 153 645

Education:Antonio Hernandez - 680 753 819Creative Writing - 649 647 467Let’s Talk Spanish - 630 939 626

Electricians:Amigos - 619 025 160Jim Large - 628 539 789Louis Harris - 619 712 821Sparks Electrical Services - 626 693 440

Entertainment:Lenny Mitchell - 658 321 891Sensol Golf Club Entertainment - 699 203 136

Funeral Plans:ASSSA - 968 153 396The Funeral Director – 650 631 719

Furniture:Cosas y Cosas - 968 742 712DFS - 968 334 194Furniture Plus - Purias - 968 482 456

Garden Maintenance:Tree Surgeon - 650 911 755

Hairdressing:Cálida Hair and Beauty Academy - 968 971 828Jane’s Salon - 968 158 433The Salon – Melissa & Tanya - 691 916 717The Salon 2 - 686 354 232

Health & Beauty:Anti-Ageing Clinic - 691 916 717Cálida Caring Agency - 647 142 071Face and Body - 676 545 436Freedom Mobility - 968 153 620Fuschia Beauty Clinic - 630 439 480Jane’s Salon - 968 158 433Nadine - 696 886 649Psoriasis Treatment - 662 252 506Rosies Toesies - 639 171 835The Beauty Palace – 968 971 828

Heating and Aircon:Camposol Heating & Maintenance - 968 199 184Econoserve - 690 790 162LLamas Chimeneas - 968 591 030Louis Harris - 619 712 821Kool Klimate - 652 229 211

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Miles Plumbing - 968 955 171

Home Furnishings:Curtain Call - 616 240 171Yorkshire Linen - 968 595 946

Insurance:ASSSA - 968 153 396Ibex Insurance - 968 595 945Knight Insurance - 902 282 820

Internet CafésAlley Palais - 968 131 970Camposol Computers - 968 199 191Dot Com World - 968 199 154

Kennels and Catteries:Colina Kennels - 639 012 342El Carro Kennels - 620 582 654Wish You Were Here - 606 692 473

Legal Services:Legal Assistance - 662 252 506Nicky G Translation Services - 968 199 245P&P Services - 659 732 962Professional and Legal Solutions - 968 595 826Silvente - 968 332 058

Locksmiths:ADS Locksmith - 600 255 250

Mechanics:Col Air - 626 796 149Decklid Auto Services - 626 678 840English Garage Services - 968 743 350Eurotyres - 968 424 605Ford Marcosta - 968 424 636 López Milan - 968 429 216Ken Sherwood-Mechanic - 679 646 859Mobile Car Mechanic - 666 161 129Neumáticos El Ceña - 968 422 015

Metalwork:Eriks - 636 050 008

Mobility Products:Freedom Mobility - 968 153 620

Opticians:See Right - 968 965 246

Outdoor Catering:The Roving Diner - 699 223 112

Outdoor Living:D&G Garden Leisure Products - 968 334 773Furniture Plus - Purias - 968 482 456Pergola Covers - 667 879 399 Woodworks Direct - 649 540 016

Painting and Decorating:Decor8 - 968 163 336EPDS - 968 171 454Interior Elegance - 968 482 456RJB Décor Painting - 699 044 742Trevor Smith - 968 163 298

Plumbers:Apache 24/7 Plumbing Services - 968 970 614Camposol Heating & Maintenance - 968 199 184Miles Plumbing - 968 955 171

Printing & Design:Insignia Graphics - 618 615 903

Mister Print - 638 893 357

Property Maintenance:Trevor Smith - 968 163 298Westwood Construction - 968 563 553

Property Management:Harris Property Management - 619 726 014La Manga 4 U - 0044 7921 351298 Owners Away - 691 977 107Sensol Golf Villa Rentals - 968 970 614Spanish Property Rentals - 699 107 072Sunseeker Property Rentals - 616 948 604

Property Sales:ADS Property Services - 646 969 455Another World Properties - 968 592 679Best of Spanish - 635 434 651Fuente Alamo Real Estate - 968 598 173Holmes and Pegg - 968 199 290Sunseeker Property Rentals - 616 948 604

Removals:Advance Moves - 968 654 667Costa Cálida Transport - 660 359 956Dainton Storage - 653 529 243Lord’s Removals and Storage - 608 061 872Mar Menor Removals - 968 564 298

Retail Outlets:Bodega Martinez - 968 199 126Eros - 968 583 008

Services:Cash Cash Cash - 607 848 332Coastal Coolers - 626 868 359Compusurf - 968 970 666El Molino Systems - 972 622 417Four Legs Dog Grooming Service

- 968 974 056Healthy H20 - 968 437 270Home from Home Chimney Sweep - 660 478 881House Clearance - 968 974 997Kennedy Financial Services - 678 035 992No More Mould - 672 795 574The Laundry Shop - 670 847 305

Solar Power:Inside Out Spain - 659 232 507Solar Directa - 659 315 130

Spas & Hottubs:Eurospas - 650 722 905

Sport & leisure:Alley Palais - 968 131 970Ballroom & Latin Classes - 672 517 612Camping Fuente - 968 685 125Casa La Pedrera - 660 616 620Costa Cálida Radio - 902 903 783Dance Zone - 649 647 467Friends in Nautical Sports - 645 657 094Horseriding META - 636 172 198Hotel La Mariposa - 968 631 008JFM Radio Network - 968 868 198Murcia Livery - 618 508 056

Swimming Pool Cleaning &Maintenance:Alpha Pools - 968 971 824Daisy Pool Covers - 968 638 583Jorge’s Pools - 966 444 424Köhn Pool Service - 968 138 638Pool Pump Repairs - 606 594 874Tony, Tiler Diver - 646 438 694Watermaid - 646 705 088

Translation:Carlos’ Interpreting Services - 630 187 041Nicky G Translation Services - 968 199 245P&P Services - 659 732 962

TV & Satellite:CTV Aerial & Satellite Systems - 600 218 046ISS - 655 480 543LocoSat - 968 971 893Rainbow Satellites - 686 358 475YPM Satellites - 628 234 045

Veterinary Clinics:Veterinary Clinic Maskota - 968 597 929 Emerg - 619 378 473Vet in the Port - 968 153 931 Emerg - 608 466 553

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