costa cálida chronicle october 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: October 2011 Issue: 11 Volume: XIwww.costacalidachronicle.com

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by Drew RyderHello and welcome to a new column here in the Costa Calida Chronicle. In this column I shall be looking at different `alternative or complementary therapies´, with the object of making them easier to understand and why they could be of great benefi t to you. Firstly I would like to explain that calling these therapies `alternative´ or `complementary´ can be argued as misrepresentation. To explain; orthodox, or modern medicine as it is known, has its roots in these therapies, and whereas alternative or complementary therapies have their roots steeped in history and traditional folklore spanning every culture and country, (for example, refl exology goes back to 2500-2330 B.C. to Egyptian times with a pictographic evidence in the tomb of Ankmahor at Saqqara), modern medicine does not. Rather, it has evolved as a science and has become somewhat mechanical, looking at life as purely a chemical phenomenon.

The human body has become to be regarded as a machine made up of a complex collection of parts. Whilst no-one can deny that modern medicine and the modern technology that accompanies it has many benefi ts, it comes at a price. That is to say, the human element is often lost. The human body is far more than just a collection of working parts; it is a highly sophisticated organism instilled with the essential dimensions of body, mind and spirit. Most modern doctors are not always trained to recognize problems beyond the physical, whereas most therapists recognise that physical imbalance seldom occurs in isolation.

This raises the question, “What then is the answer?”Simply put, the answer is to use ‘alternative or complementary’ therapies in conjunction with modern science and medicine. Alternative and complementary therapies are safe, natural forms of treatment and as the aim with both alternative and orthodox medicine is to cure disease and be of assistance to the human race, the most positive prognosis would be that both recognise their place in health care and to work together for the benefi t of all. To quote a World health Organisation’s report: “For too long, traditional systems of medicine and ̀ modern´ medicine have gone their separate ways in mutual antipathy. Yet are their goals not identical – to improve the health of mankind and thereby the quality of life? Only the blinkered mind would assume that each has nothing to do with the other.”

On that note I would like to introduce you to Refl exology. Refl exology is a gentle art; a fascinating science and an extremely effective form of therapeutic foot massage. Not to be confused with basic foot massage, refl exology uses a specifi c pressure technique that works on precise points on the feet know as refl ex points. The feet represent a microcosm of the body; that is to say, they mirror the body and the workings of the body. This means that the whole of the body can be accessed. For example, the skeletal system, glands and organs etc., and Refl exology is therefore a non-invasive therapy.

The body’s own healing potential is phenomenal; using a fi rm pressure that is applied to relevant refl ex areas using both fi nger and thumb techniques, physiological

changes take place within the body stimulating this potential. The simplicity of Refl exology belies its effectiveness.

Refl exology does not discriminate; there are no boundaries or limitations. People of any age, whether old or young, can obtain very positive benefi ts through Refl exology treatments. For example, older people with stiff joints and circulatory problems can benefi t greatly. Indeed, older people with no specifi c complaint can benefi t from a couple of courses of treatment per year to keep bodily functions toned and in good shape. It is a safe and effective treatment for all ages and ailments and works well alongside modern medicine.

Refl exology can be used for a number of symptoms such as constant headaches, sinusitis, joint pain, moods swings, fatigue, stress, and constipation to name but a few. In next month’s article I shall explain how it works.

In the meantime if you require any further information, or would like to book a treatment please call Drew on 968978876 or 660326194 to arrange a confi dential consultation.This article has been written and compiled by Body and Mind Therapist, Drew Ryder BSc. Psychol Hons, IIHHT, MICHT, ThAT He also holds Diplomas in Aromatherapy, Swedish Massage, Anatomy and Physiology, Refl exology, Indian Head Massage and a Post Graduate Certifi cate in Hopi Ear Candling. He is also a Reiki Healer level 2 and is currently working towards his Masters Certifi cate. Drew is available for private consultations on 968978876 or 660326194.

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It is diffi cult to believe that our next issue will be the November one and it is time again to remember our Veterans and War Heroes. We will be once again offering our advertisers and readers the chance to contribute to this most worthy cause. If you are an advertiser and would like to have a poppy on your advert for a minimum donation of €5 please let us know as soon as possible. If you are a reader and would like to contribute the same we would be happy to list those individuals in a “thank you” page the following month.

“The Ex-Servicemen’s Association of Mazarrón District is now in receipt of the materials for this year’s Poppy Appeal. Any radio stations, bars, shops, restaurants, etc. in the area who are willing to sell poppies, are requested to contact the Ex-Servicemen’s Association of Mazarrón District, preferably by email, at [email protected] or Ian Wilson on 629818611 - stating quantity of collection tins required. They will also be looking for volunteers again this year for the distribution and collection of boxes, etc. Any volunteers please respond to the email address above.

In order to ensure they have enough ancillaries, would members please let Ian know if they require any of the following:All-year-round boxes, Home plastic collection boxes, Stickers, Wooden crosses and Car poppies

Also, for those out in more remote locations - are there any shops, bars or restaurants that would be willing to have Poppies this year and may be also an ‘All-year-round’ box - to be held until the Poppy Appeal commences the following year?Ex-Servicemen’s Association of Mazarrón District [ESAMD] is Registered in the Community of Murcia with the number 8.694-1a.

We are pleased to welcome the following new advertisers:Yoga Classes in BolnuevoDragon Tours Travel AgencyDrew Ryder- Mind and Body TherapistEasy Flat Packs (Ikea Delivery)Me & My Buddy Villa CareRestaurante Buen Descanso- TallanteSimple TelecomsCentro Ocio (Bowling Alley) Totana

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Contents PageSPECIAL PAGESCamposol 76-80Energy Saving Week 51-54Mar Menor 25-31Northwest Murcia 59-63What’s On 90-93ADVERTORIALADS Locksmith 66Alternative/complementary Therapies 4Camping Pueblo 25Compusurf 106Face & Body 106Inheritance Tax 32Jane’s Salon 13The Beauty Palace 84ANIMALSDoggy Tips 35Dog Show 38CHARITYADAPT 29Age Concern 38&50Andrea’s Charity 16Easy Horse Care 30Galgos del Sol 81GO maD 44Helping Hands 106JJ’s Puppies 40John Kemp’s Dogs 38MABS Mar Menor 28MABS Mazarrón 48MABS NW Murcia 60MAMAS 84MARA 59Noah’s ARC 70PALS 72

Pets in Spain 48CHILDRENChatterbox 10EDUCATIONJane Cronin 68ENTERTAINMENTClassic Artistes/Albums 20/21Vibes from the Costas 26/27GROUPSWelcome 34FOOD & DRINKMa Millbank 87HEALTHArthritis Day 12Ask Jennifer 42INFORMATIONBritish Consulate 101Business Directory 104/105Calendar Photos 64Camposol A Clean-up 80Camposol A Committee 79Camposol News 76Camposolers 77Classifi ed Ads 98CRA 79Distribution Points 102FAST 78Letters/Dear Editor 43Spanish News 56Mazarrón Tourist Figures 69Northwest Murcia 63Sector D Community 77Siyasa 86Subscriptions 102Teresa’s Travels 35

LEISUREArt Exhibition 18Astrology 44Author Review 24Charities & Groups 67Gardening 88Los Canovas Players 46META 84Murcia Dance 35Nest 6Price List etc 100Puzzle Page 74Puzzle Solutions 100Radio Control Model Group 49TV News 99WARM 60PROPERTYHousing Update 22Property Matters 14RELIGIONMass in English 18Olive Branch 16Puerto Lumbreras 22St Nicholas 58WellspringSPORTCosta Cálida Golf 96Golf Tips 96Fuente Old Guard 97Los Amigos 94SAMM 29Vuelta de España 95

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Nature ESpuñaTrails – Easy Social (NON-

sporty) WalksThe next walk in October will, as usual, be a very easy walk – this is what NEST is known for and the reason it exists – EASY walks to enjoy the scenery and for friendly chat at the same

time - we don’t do anything diffi cult - we like to relax without worrying about getting left behind, falling or perilous heights etc. That is NEST’s speciality! If you can walk around a market for a morning you can do a NEST walk, but please wear solid suitable footwear and bring some water in case you’re thirsty! It’s never long before we’re eating delicious food in a restaurant though! (Optional)

Friday 28th October 2011 – Amazing Moonscapes of GebasMeet 10.30 a.m. in El Berro car park opposite Camping Sierra Espuña. El Berro is a tiny village about 25mins from Alhama de Murcia. If you haven’t been before, there are detailed directions on the NEST website at www.nestwalks.info

This is a very easy short walk along dazzling white tracks that are literally out of this world!

You’ve probably never seen anything like it if you haven’t already been, and it really is like another planet. An ideal walk for a strong dose of refl ected sunshine and a big dose of Vitamin D to boost your immunity on this light-fi lled walk. Afterwards we’ll experience the pine-clad, green Sierra Espuña for our meal, where with luck we might see wild boar. It is always such a spectacular treat when they appear of their own free will, and they often do – but of course it can’t be guaranteed.

The walk is 5€ and the meal is 9€ for a four course scrumptious meal which never disappoints and consists of a salad, starter, main course, dessert, a drink, and coffee! It’s a magical spot and always a lovely experience. The restaurant is optional but most people couldn’t be dragged away! So be sure to book your place early as places are limited.

Either phone or text 679002147 with all your names and contact phone numbers, or email [email protected] (there are no hyphens in the email address if it accidentally gets hyphenated at the printers!)

If you register as a member at the NEST website you’ll be fi rst to get news as it happens with new walks and any changes - go to http://www.nestwalks.info You’ll also fi nd videos, information on El Berro & Sierra Espuña and the wildlife.

Dogs are very welcome and much-loved on NEST walks - on leads under control, to avoid tripping people up and also to keep them away from local herds of goats and sheep. Please check in advance what the restaurant arrangements are regarding where to put your dogs. On this occasion in October, we will probably be outside eating where dogs are acceptable, with plenty of shade nearby for cars. Looking forward to seeing you all, with or without dogs!

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It’s time for change… it’s time to move on…. There are occasions in our lives when we know that we, circumstances, or both, have to change so that we are able to fulfi l our life’s destiny; but change is hard unless it is forced upon us and we have no other options.

Wellspring Victory Church has reached that place of change and we will be moving from Bolnuevo to our amazing new building in Calle Madrid, Puerto de Mazarrón. We have had fi ve wonderful years in our building in Bolnuevo and could so easily have stayed put, continued doing Church and happily doing what we have always done… we have experienced good times, diffi cult times and everything in between.

Around a year ago we sensed that time in Bolnuevo was going to be short and that we would have to move on to where several members of our congregation felt our ministry to people would develop into what God wanted it to be. Our main ministry would be outside of the ‘box’ that Church can sometimes become and we needed a place where we could open up our doors to the unloved, the unlovely and the hurting people around our area; Church is so exciting when things are not rigid and expected.

I have heard the following said many times and it is so true. ‘If you keep on doing what you have always done you will keep on getting what you have

always got’. If we want things to change in our life, we have to do something to bring about that change. If you are fed up with the way things are in your life, can I encourage you to do something about it? You have to make a decision that tomorrow will be different and do something different tomorrow. If you don’t, things will remain the same… and they don’t have to.

As I wrote earlier, it would have been so easy to have stayed put and weathered out the economic situation here in Spain, but this was living in our comfort zone and not where God wanted us to be. He wanted us to be stretched so our faith in Him would grow and this has happened in the lives of many people. In Bible times someone had to step out in faith before the answer was revealed and it is no different today for all of us. We dipped our sandal in the ocean of the unknown, the diffi cult, the challenging and the downright impossible and God has come through for us… big time!

It has thrilled my heart to see people work so hard to make this change happen. Some who do not even attend Wellspring Church have spent many hours working on the new building and fi nances have come miraculously to enable the work to be completed… thank you so much to everyone who has helped and prayed for us.

After two and a half years of form-fi lling and waiting, we have received our registration for Victory Churches of Spain… it has come just at the right time as we move into Puerto de Mazarrón and start the next phase of our church life here on the Costa Cálida.

On the weekend of 7th – 9th October we will be hosting the very fi rst Victory Churches European Conference at the Hotel Playa Grande and have a speaker fl ying in from Toronto, Canada. Pastor Brad Dewar will be speaking on Church growth and how we as individuals can infl uence that... as we grow in God… so the Church grows.On Wednesday 12th October at 4pm we are holding a special service and dedicating our new building to the Lord’s work… All in all, this has been a very special year for our Church, and I believe it is just the start of exciting times ahead as we start doing things in the town that we have never done before. I am convinced that the cork has come out of the bottle for us this year because we were willing to make a change and be different. We want to be known as the Church that shows everyone ‘In your face grace’… because that is exactly what Jesus did and He offers that grace to everyone right now. Start fulfi lling your destiny now by making a decision that your life can change for the better.

God bless you. [Pastor Andrew]

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Hi Shannon here again and I am going to tell you about our trip to Sierra Nevada. It was amazing! The scenery was beautiful.

There were ski slopes, clothes shops, pubs, bars and lots more to look at. I bought a small key-ring of a girl holding skis saying ‘Demon days’ and I bought Mum one with

her initial on it and a map of the area. We checked the price for a cable car trip up the snowy mountains and as it was rather cheap for the 7 of us we decided to go. I am 13 years old now and they classed me as an adult! Brian said I must be a Young irresponsible adult! We trekked up to the cable cars and they chugged away.

It was amazing to see all the snow. Nathan did not believe it was snow until he stood in it and his feet got cold! I put some snow down Dad’s back so he chased me, caught me, picked me up and dropped me in the snow. It was freezing! We met two men from Mexico who asked us if we would take their photograph for them and we had a bit of a chat with them about the snow and the sun being there at the same time. After we had numbed our fi ngers and soaked our clothes with snow, we descended down the mountain again for a well earned ice cream each. It was awesome to sit so high on a

chair swinging away in the gentle breeze surveying all the scenery. At the base of the mountain it was so warm that we quickly dried off so we could sit and have our picnic in comfort. An amazing day altogether.

Hello, Connor here with more exciting news from Los Almagros for you! I know Nathan and Shannon have mentioned our holiday with Brian and Maureen and mentioned the trip up Sierra Nevada, so I thought I would tell you in detail the actual drive there. We did a lot of stuff while we were away, but the journey there was very eventful. We went to a camp site called Los Lomas and it was not too far from the mountain that we went up, but we thought by looking at the map and checking on the GPS that it would take us about 4 hours to get there, even going the scenic route that Brian had found for us. We packed up and set off. We

went in the front because as Brian said we would be going slower than him and he could keep an eye on us to make sure we did not get lost! Funny! After driving for about an hour we started to climb and soon the car overheated. We had to stop

at the side of the road to allow the car to cool down and for Dad to fi nd out what was wrong and fi x it! Brian and Maureen were nowhere to be seen and we wondered if they had got lost! The car cooled down and Dad discovered that it had a leaking hose which he could replace anyway. Mum was

concerned that maybe Brian and Maureen had broken down as well and were stuck. However, it was not long before we saw them coming up the road towards us. The funny thing was that they had stopped for a cup of coffee because Maureen needed one and still caught us up! It is always good to laugh! After we fi lled our car with water again and had a bit of lunch we set off once more. Unfortunately we overheated all the way there and we even wondered if we would ever reach Los Lomas. Dad was really cool, he managed to fi x the car and keep it safe right up until the camp site entrance.. it lost all its water at the gate so we had to coast into our parking bay. We made it and Dad and Brian went into the town to buy some spare parts so we could drive home at the end of the holiday. We did that fi ne.

Hi everyone, Nathan here again and I am going to tell you about one of the many exciting things we did over the holidays.

We went away in our caravan and tents to Sierra Ne vada and we went with Brian and Maureen.. otherwise called Grumps and Nana Mo! They have their own caravan. They were a great help because as we

drove past all the great views and wonderful scenery, up all the steep hills and down again, our car kept over heating! We had to keep stopping and Grumps and Nana Mo kept an eye on us and the traffi c while Dad replaced the hoses and fi lled up with water again! It took us ages to get to the camp site, 8 hours instead of 4 hours! We just made it before the car lost all its water again and we managed to set up camp then Dad and Brian went in search of car parts so that Dad could fi x the car ready for our drive up to the top of Sierra Nevada – leaving the two caravans on the camp site. There was a basketball pitch on the site so Connor and I went to play and met up with some other children from Spain, France and England. We all played together, it was great fun. Dad came to join us so we could have equal numbers. The next day we went up to the top of Sierra Nevada. We went up in the cable cars and chair lifts. At the top we found snow and had snowball fi ghts! We were all in shorts and Tee shirts. It was

funny but great fun. I had never been in a cable car or a chair lift before and it was awesome. The views from the top were really good. We did a load of other stuff with Brian and Maureen, but there is not room here and I think Shannon and Connor are going to tell you about those anyway.



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By Sara Millbank

Like all ailments, it’s often the unknown that worries us more than the actual problem. Arthritis is one of those problems and while it affects almost 10% of the population, how much do you know about it? Usually old people get it and isn’t it something to do with your joints and bones?

The Arthritis Association has set aside a day in October to try and increase people’s awareness and knowledge of this painful problem. So what better excuse to look at what I can expect in the next few years!

Symptoms of ArthritisThe main symptoms are stiffness, pain and restricted movement. Some people may only experience slight stiffness, while others have grating joints, bone growth or even misaligned

joints. The pain and loss of movement tends to get worse gradually and is linked to the use of the joints with Arthritis.

As the swelling and painful joints worsen, sufferers can experience a general feeling of unwell. Long term Arthritis progresses into reduced mobility, making every day tasks very diffi cult. Other organs can be affected and infl ammation can sometimes be found in the patient’s eyes and lungs. Living with a degenerative disease can also affect your mental health. CausesAlthough causes are not fully known, it is felt that some people are genetically more prone than others to this disease. However, it has been proven that obesity does put extra strain on the joints and can lead to stress and injury. Jobs or activities that involve

repetitive movements of a particular joint can cause Arthritis or a previous damage such as a sports injury. Rheumatoid Arthritis, however, is caused by a fault in the immune system which makes the body attack its own tissues. It is also thought that this is passed down from family members.

Types of ArthritisThe two most common types of arthritis are Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid. Other forms of Arthritis are gout, ankylosing spondylitis, juvenile, psoriatic, systemic lupus erythematosus and septic. Osteoarthritis often develops in people between 40 and 60 years of age with around 12% of people over 65 affected by the condition. It begins very slowly with pain, stiffness and restricted movement affecting the joints. The pain and loss of movement tends to worsen as the day progresses as the joints are used more. Rheumatoid affects around 4% of us and often starts between 30 and 50 years of age. Even more worrying is the fact that women are three times more likely to be affected than men. Damp and cold weather may aggravate the symptoms and can sometimes leave people feeling tired and unwell.

PreventionControlling your weight may help to ease pressure on the joints. However, it is not true that avoiding exercise will help to reduce joint problems in later life. Exercise such as walking will help to prevent Arthritis by increasing the strength of the muscles that support your joints. Good posture can assist the strengthening of healthy joint structures.

DiagnosisArthritis is usually diagnosed by the symptoms and a physical examination. Related factors, such as your occupation, activities and medical history of your family are taken into consideration. An x-ray is sometimes used to identify Osteoarthritis as it can highlight the narrowed space between the bones in a joint. An x-ray can also show whether there is any calcifi cation, which is where calcium builds up in the body.

TreatmentIndividual treatment and management advice is usually given as everyone experiences Arthritis in a different way. Treatment should be started as soon as possible in order to reduce further damage. Medicines prescribed can include analgesics such as Paracetamol for the pain and anti-infl ammatory drugs such as Ibuprofen to help to reduce swelling. It is very important to make your GP aware of any history of high blood pressure, high cholesterol and if you smoke.

Massage, hydrotherapy and acupuncture have all been credited with help Arthritis as well as reducing weight, stopping smoking and increasing non-compact exercise like swimming. Nutritional supplements such as glucosamine sulphate and fi sh oils increased in the diet of sufferers have also shown great results.

To avoid Arthritis or stop it getting worse, the action is simple as far as I can see. Lose weight, stop smoking, walk more and eat more fi sh oil. Easy!



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Photos copyright: M n M Photography

A cut above the rest fashion show held at the Playasol Hotel in Bolnuevo by Jane’s Salon was a huge success and we would like to say a big thank you to all who took part.

The salon provided a full make-over to all the models including hair colouring, make-up and nails and they shone on the catwalk,

with clothes from Jay’s Fashions and Bezza Boutique, modelling a wide variety of UK brand clothes and jewellery, and bags and accessories provided by Bobby Dazzler and Irene’s Footwear.

The teens stood out from the crowd in their modern make-up and funky hair styles, with Egyptian cotton towels from Yorkshire Linen,

making it a fashion show to remember.

Barbara from Jane’s Salon not only modelled, but also made a wedding outfi t out of Yorkshire Linen’s drapes and used her creative talent on the models’ hair. Intricate nail art designs were done by Jenny and Lyndsay proved her fashion shoot make-up did the trick.

Trudy from CC Radio stole the show with her role as MC and Mark the Spark & Misty kept the music going. Vocalist Tori entertained the crowd with her amazing voice and is defi nitely one to watch out for.

Look forward to next year’s show because this year’s was the best around!

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Long Term RentalsAs ever, September sees the majority of the holidaymakers leaving from our villas, although this year we do seem to have an extended summer season right into October! As ever, with autumn approaching, we tend to get a surge in clients looking for longer term rentals or winter lets of a longer duration. This year is no exception, and we currently have several clients looking for longer term rental properties, with a mix of Spanish, UK and Dutch clients for 2011-2012. Country homes remain popular, and get snapped up by the dog-loving ex-pat community, but this year we are seeing a return of younger clients, taking the fi rst step to relocating to the area by renting for 3 to 6 months for a “reality check”. For young families and clients who need to work, this is a sensible step to take, and the “try before you buy” approach is once more increasing in popularity.

To successfully let your property, you need to make sure that you can adapt to being a landlord, remembering that even the best tenants who pay rent and bills on time will at times test your patience, and that of your agent, with their mishaps and demands. Be realistic, and be prepared to give and take a little and the steady income you can generate will more than compensate for the inevitable wear and tear on the property.

Properties close to amenities and by the sea remain popular, and we are always short of good quality homes on Camposol, particularly larger villas. 2011 was a great year for our business, and despite the tough economic times, we are looking forward to similar growth across our core areas in 2012. 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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Have you visited our shop in Fuente Alamo de Murcia? We have decided that we will sell all our clothing for one price per piece - 1€! That’s right! All our clothing, some of which is actually designer wear, is to be sold at 1€ per item. We have a wide variety of clothes, ‘T’ shirts, shirts, trousers and shorts for the men and tops, skirts, shorts and even dresses for the women. Shoes and bags are also priced at 1€. No, this is not a “fi re sale” this is a clothing only sale. We also have bric-a-brac, and furniture, at very competitive prices. If you are looking for a piece of furniture you can ring and fi nd out if we have it on 634336067 from 10.30am to 2.30pm Monday to Saturday. Sorry but the staff insists on a day off every Sunday.

We rescued two boys this last month; Lucky and Joel. Joel had a few tics and was a little lethargic, but his brother Lucky was a total mess. His ears were very swollen and the skin could not be seen for the tics. On checking his body it was found that he had literally thousands of them. He could not walk properly and when he was seen by the vet he was given an immediate blood transfusion. His blood was like coloured water. That was a couple of weeks ago and now he is well on the mend, but - there’s always a ‘but’ - the total cost of his treatment was €235, well above what we can afford. Therefore we are starting a small appeal to raise the money for the treatment, please call me for details, thank you.Take a look at the photo of Lucky.

An Evangelical, lively and friendly place to discover the

love of Jesus.

In preparation for our Annual Garden Party in aid of Operation Smile we were involved in putting together a number of puzzles and quizzes. We know that people will either love them or hate them and we always make it clear that participating in any of these is voluntary as we want people to enjoy themselves. As we go through life the circumstances and experiences we go through can often seem puzzling and confusing. Recently remembering the tragic day of 9/11 ten years ago it is clear that people are puzzled and confused by these and similar events. How can humans do this to each other? What depths of hatred can we stoop to? Where was God

in all of this? We cannot sort this kind of puzzle out on our own any more than the governments of the world are going to be able to sort the money problem out! Watch and see.

God is not going to chuck in a solution either. First of all we are not generally asking Him and secondly we think we are clever enough to get by on our own. No there are many puzzles in life which ultimately we don’t have solutions to. Really underneath our questions we are looking for peace…something which makes sense out of it all. Jesus said in John’s gospel Chpt 14v27…’I am leaving you with a gift-peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give isn’t like the peace the world gives. So don’t be troubled or afraid’

Our Sunday morning service is at the Community Centre on Camposol ‘B’ starts at 10.30am each week and offers a variety of music and styles, both traditional and modern. You are invited to join us.

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Successful O p e n i n g of the Art Exhibitions of a Dutch and a B r i t i s h artist in the Casas

Consistoriales in Mazarrón

The opening of the art exhibitions in the Casas Consistoriales on Friday, 9th September was a great success. Almost 100 people visited the inauguration. There was a great mixture of people of local Spanish alongside many Dutch and British. The colourful works of Ans van der Linden and the detailed works of Tina Watts were

very well received.

The event was featured on two r e g i o n a l Spanish TV channels as well as in the local papers.

The exhibitions run till 7 October. Monday to Friday from 10.00am to 2.00pm and on selected Saturday mornings.

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 Fr. Carlos Prats mobile 628 824 555Fr. Octavio Carpena mobile 676 219 445 www.pastranaonline.com

The seven words of Jesus on the CrossNot long ago we were retracing the Passion, Crucifi xion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus. As recorded in the Gospels, Jesus Christ was mocked, scorned and tortured in the praetorium. He carried his cross up to Calvary, nailed to the Cross, and suffered and indescribable end. One may meditate on the Passion of Christ by refl ecting on his Seven Words on the Cross.

“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do”Jesus says this fi rst word just after he was crucifi ed (Luke 23:24). At the height of his physical suffering, his Divining love prevails and He asks His Father to forgive his enemies.

“Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise” Luke (23:43)The criminal on Jesus right asks, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom” Luke (23:42)

“Jesus said to his Mother, this is your son”.Then he said to the disciple: “This is your Mother” John (19:26-27)Hid third word is addressed to Mary, his Mother and John, the only eye-witness of the Gospel writers. Jesus is concerned about taking care of his Mother and Jesus looks to John to care for her.

“My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” Mathew (27:46)One is struck by the anguished tone of this expression. This cry is from the painful heart of the human Jesus who must feel abandoned by His Father and the Holy Spirit, not to mention his earthly companions the Apostles.

“I thirst” John 19:28This is His only human expression of His physical suffering. Jesus is now in shock.

When Jesus had received the wine, he said, “It is fi nished”. John (19:30)The sixth word is Jesus’ recognition that his suffering is over and his task is completed. Jesus was obedient to the Father and gave his love for mankind by redeeming us with His death on the cross.

“Father, into your hands I commend my spirit” Luke (23:46)The last word is directed to the Father in heaven, just before He dies.

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Bob Marley was born in the village of Nine Mile in Saint Ann Parish, Jamaica as Nesta Robert Marley. A J a m a i c a n

passport offi cial would later swap his fi rst and middle names. Marley became friends with Neville “Bunny” Livingston (later known as Bunny Wailer), with whom he started to play music. He left school at the age of 14 to make music with Joe Higgs, a local singer and devout Rastafari. At a jam session with Higgs and Livingston, Marley met Peter McIntosh (later known as Peter Tosh), who had similar musical ambitions. In 1962, Marley recorded his fi rst two singles, “Judge Not” and “One Cup of Coffee”, with local music producer Leslie Kong. These songs, released on the Beverley’s label under the pseudonym of Bobby Martell, attracted little attention. The songs were later re-released on the box set Songs of Freedom, a posthumous collection of Marley’s work.

In 1963, Bob Marley, Bunny Wailer, Peter Tosh, Junior Braithwaite, Beverley Kelso, and Cherry Smith formed a ska and rock steady group, calling themselves “The Teenagers”. They later changed their name to “The Wailing Rudeboys”, then to “The

Wailing Wailers”, at which point they were discovered by record producer Coxsone Dodd. They fi nally changed the bands name to The Wailers. By 1966, Braithwaite, Kelso, and Smith had left The Wailers, leaving the core trio of Bob Marley, Bunny Wailer, and Peter Tosh. In 1972, The Wailers entered into an ill-fated deal with CBS Records and embarked on a tour with American soul singer Johnny Nash. Broke, The Wailers became stranded in London. Marley turned up at Island Records founder and producer Chris Blackwell’s London offi ce, and asked him to advance the cost of a new single. Since Jimmy Cliff, Island’s top reggae star, had recently left the label, Blackwell was primed for a replacement. In Marley, Blackwell recognized the elements needed to snare the rock audience: “I was dealing with rock music, which was really rebel music. I felt that would really be the way to break Jamaican music. But you needed someone who could be that image. When Bob walked in he really was that image. Blackwell told Marley he wanted The Wailers to record a complete album (essentially unheard of at the time). When Marley told him it would take between £3,000 and £4,000, Blackwell trusted him with the greater sum. Despite their “rude boy” reputation, The Wailers returned to Kingston and honored the deal, delivering the album “Catch a Fire”.

The Wailers’ fi rst major label album, “Catch a Fire” was released worldwide in April 1973,

packaged like a rock record with a unique Zippo lighter lift-top. Initially selling 14,000 copies, it didn’t make Marley a star, but received a positive critical reception It was followed later that year by “Burnin’”, which included the standout songs “Get Up, Stand Up”, and “I Shot the Sheriff”, which appealed to the ear of Eric Clapton. He recorded a cover of the track in 1974 which became a huge American hit, raising Marley’s international profi le. Many Jamaicans were not keen on the new “improved” reggae sound on “Catch A Fire”, but the Trenchtown style of “Burnin’” found fans across both reggae and rock audiences. The Wailers were scheduled to open 17 shows for the number one black act in the States, Sly and the Family Stone. After 4 shows, the band was fi red because they were more popular than the acts they were opening for. The Wailers broke up in 1974 with each of the three main members pursuing solo careers. Despite the break-up, Marley continued recording as Bob Marley & The Wailers. In 1975, Marley had his international breakthrough with his fi rst hit outside Jamaica, “No Woman, No Cry”, from the “Natty Dread” album. This was followed by his breakthrough album in the United States, “Rastaman Vibration” (1976), which spent four weeks on the Billboard Hot 100. In December 1976, two days before “Smile Jamaica”, a free concert organized by the Jamaican Prime Minister, Michael Manley in an attempt to ease tension between two warring political groups, Marley, his wife,

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and manager Don Taylor were wounded in an assault by unknown gunmen inside Marley’s home. Taylor and Marley’s wife sustained serious injuries, but later made full recoveries. Bob Marley received minor wounds in the chest and arm. The shooting was thought to have been politically motivated, as many felt the concert was really a support rally for Manley. Nonetheless, the concert proceeded, and an injured Marley performed as scheduled, two days after the attempt. When asked why, Marley responded, “The people who are trying to make this world worse aren’t taking a day off. How can I?” (Marley left Jamaica at the end of 1976, and after a month-long “recovery and writing” sojourn at the site of Chris Blackwell’s Compass Point Studios in Nassau, Bahamas, arrived in England, where he spent two years in self-imposed exile. Whilst there he recorded the albums “Exodus” and “Kaya”. “Exodus” stayed on the British album charts for 56 consecutive weeks. It included four UK hit singles: “Exodus”, “Waiting in Vain”, “Jamming”, and “One Love” (a rendition of Curtis Mayfi eld’s hit, “People Get Ready”). During his time in London, he was arrested and received a conviction for possession of a small quantity of cannabis. In 1978, Marley returned to Jamaica and performed at another political concert, the One Love Peace Concert, again in an effort to calm warring parties. Near the end of the performance, by Marley’s request, Michael Manley (leader of then-ruling People’s National Party) and his political rival Edward Seaga (leader of the opposing Jamaica Labour Party), joined each other on stage and shook hands, something no one thought they would ever see.

Under the name Bob Marley and the Wailers eleven albums were released, four live albums and seven studio albums. The releases included “Babylon by Bus”, a double live album with thirteen tracks, were released in 1978 and received critical acclaim. This album, and specifi cally the fi nal track “Jamming” with the audience in a frenzy, captured the intensity of Marley’s live performances. “Survival”, a defi ant and politically charged album, was released in 1979. Tracks such as “Zimbabwe”, “Africa Unite”, “Wake Up and Live”, and “Survival” refl ected Marley’s support for the struggles of Africans. His appearance at the Amandla Festival in Boston in July 1979 showed his strong opposition to South African apartheid, which he already had shown in his song “War” in 1976. In early 1980, he was invited to perform at the 17 April celebration of Zimbabwe’s Independence Day. “Uprising” (1980) was Bob Marley’s fi nal studio album, and is one of his most religious productions; it includes “Redemption Song” and “Forever Loving Jah”.”Confrontation”, released posthumously in 1983, contained unreleased material recorded during Marley’s lifetime, including the hit “Buffalo Soldier” and new mixes of singles previously only available in Jamaica.

In July 1977, Marley was found to have a type of malignant melanoma under the nail of one of his toes. Contrary to urban legend, this lesion was not primarily caused by an injury during a soccer match in that year, but was instead a symptom of the already existing cancer. Marley turned down doctors’ advice to have his toe amputated, citing his religious beliefs. Despite his illness, he continued touring and was in the process of scheduling a world tour in 1980. The intention was for “Inner Circle” to be his opening act on the

tour but after their lead singer Jacob Miller died in Jamaica in March 1980 after returning from a scouting mission in Brazil this was no longer mentioned. The album “Uprising” was released in May 1980 (produced by Chris Blackwell), on which “Redemption Song” is particularly considered to be about Marley coming to terms with his mortality. The band completed a major tour of Europe, where they played their biggest concert, to a hundred thousand people in Milan. After the tour Marley went to America, where he performed two shows at Madison Square Garden as part of the Uprising Tour. Shortly afterwards, his health deteriorated and he became very ill; the cancer had spread throughout his body. The rest of the tour was cancelled and Marley sought treatment at the Bavarian clinic of Josef Issels, where he received a controversial type of cancer therapy partly based on avoidance of certain foods, drinks, and other substances. After fi ghting the cancer without success for eight months, Marley boarded a plane for his home in Jamaica. While fl ying home from Germany to Jamaica, in acceptance that he was going to die, Marley’s vital functions worsened. After landing in Miami, Florida, he was taken to the hospital for immediate medical attention. He died at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital in Miami (now University of Miami Hospital) on the morning of 11 May 1981, at the age of 36. The spread of melanoma to his lungs and brain caused his death. His fi nal words to his son Ziggy were “Money can’t buy life”. Marley received a state funeral in Jamaica on 21 May 1981, which combined elements of Ethiopian Orthodoxy and Rastafarian tradition. He was buried in a chapel near his birthplace with his red Gibson Les Paul (some accounts say it was a Fender Stratocaster).

Personally I remember seeing Bob Marley at The Lyceum in London. I knew little of Reggae and nothing about Marley. I have seen many artists and groups live and I can honestly say his concert was one of the best I have ever been to. The charisma, the power and of course the music of Bob Marley will stand tall for as long as music is listened to truly a legend in all sense of the word.

You can listen to Mark Davies on Costa Cálida International Radio on Mon,Wed and Fri evenings 7.00-9.00pm and Thursday afternoon 4.15-6.30pm.

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Where did the summer go?We have friends here, from my home town of Southampton, for 2 months renting on Mazarrón Country Club so this is going to be a good couple of months for Dave & I – hangovers, nooooo, good fun, yeeees!

So back to work, what have we seen over the summer period? Well, the summer months haven’t be kind to the industry, reports of the market going up, down and stagnating. I don’t think anyone really can predict what is going to happen in the last quarter. One thing for sure is that, in August we had the largest number of enquiries since February 2011 – could things be on the move again? I know it’s

odd talking about August which seems a while ago now, but I am writing this at the end of August for the October issue.

I have been doing quite a lot of work with some agents in the Costa Blanca area and I am amazed at the house prices in that region. I have been offered large, 6 bed, 2 bath villas for around 125,000€ and apartments within 5 minutes’ walk of the beach for around 55,000-60,000€; many bargains to be found and I think some people who come to Spain to buy, are buying purely on price and not location.

As you can see, the prices are way lower than in the Costa Cálida so this could be another reason the house sales have slowed slightly this year? Who knows, it’s all speculation!

If you are happy to buy on price, then so be it, but I always suggest you fi nd the area you like fi rst and then fi nd the property. You can have the best property in the world, but if you don’t like the area, you won’t be happy.

The Government has announced its latest initiative to kick start the housing market. The tax on new build properties (only) will be reduced from 8% to 4% until the end of 2011. The Tories have noted that, if they are elected in November, they will continue this through 2012, so let’s see what happens.

Finally, according to the TV reports, the number of people emigrating from the UK is at a 6 year low. It’s interesting that we are seeing more French enquiries than ever before. We are fortunate to have great French & Spanish speaking ladies in our company and we have found this a great bonus over the last year. We call it Girl Power!

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

Puerto Lumbreras Christian Fellow-ship now meets 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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Mark Bill-ingham was born and brought up in Birming-ham. He worked for some years as an actor, TV writer and stand-up come-dian, and his fi rst crime novel was p u b l i s h e d in 2001.

Sleepyhead was an instant bestseller in the UK and has been sold widely through-out the world and was published in the USA in the summer of 2002. Mark then began to write a series of crime novels featur-ing London-based detective Tom Thorne. He has also written a series of children’s thrillers –Triskellion – written under the pseudonym Will Peterson. Mark lives in London with his wife and two children.

Scaredy Cat (2002)This is the second book by Mark Billing-ham which features DI Tom Thorne. There are two killers acting in unison, but sepa-rately. It takes Thorne a little bit to fi gure

it out, but the tricky part comes when he actually has to catch these deranged kill-ers and stop them. The clues aren’t exactly pouring in and we are given a secondary back story to follow, along the lines of Sleepyhead, only this time it’s not the victim’s thoughts we are seeing, but the beginnings of a pair of killers.

The Burn-ing Girl (2004)North Lon-don is shak-en by the brutality of the open-ing assault by the Turk-ish Zarif family, who employs a vicious hit man, leaving an X carved on the back of vic-

tims. Two decades ago, someone torched schoolgirl Jessica Clarke, believing she was gang boss Kevin Kelly’s daughter Alison. As Gordon Rooker, who confessed to the fi -ery murder, is up for release, someone has called claiming to have burned her. Reluc-

tantly Tom Thorne agrees to look into the 1984 horror and the present phone calls, not realizing this all ties together with the X marks. Tom Thorne is at his best as he crosses the legal line to ensure justice for a little girl is served. Carol is an intrigu-ing secondary character who, with her over the hill cold case squad retirees, seems perfect for her own tales.

In The Dark (2008)DI Thorne is given a well-deserved rest (although he does make a brief cameo ap-pearance) in In The Dark. A woman is driving home late at night in Hackney and sees a car with its lights turned off. She fl ashes her own lights to warn the driver, but after being shot at, she loses control the car and ends up killing an off-duty po-liceman. As the Division Chief on a Child Protection Unit, the very pregnant Helen Weeks never expected to fi nd herself on the other side of the police desk. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots from a second passing vehicle and local police suspect that this might be the work of a neighbor-hood gang. Helen is determined to accept her fi ancés death, but clues eventually lead her to a series of startling discoveries. Firstly, Paul was doing more than just rou-tine intelligence work for the police force and secondly, Paul’s death wasn’t just an accident.

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GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY TO BUY A HOME ON ONE OF THE BEST MOBILE HOMES SITES ON THE MAR MENOR

COME TO OUR OPEN DAY WEDS 5TH OCT FROM 11 A.M.

Camping Pueblo de San Javier la EncinaThis site is located between San Javier and AP7 motorway. The easy-going and relaxed site offers several exquisite mobile homes for sale from18,000€. Ideal retirement or holiday homes.

The fully legal site has been in operation for 28 yrs and Carol the agent has lived permanently on site for 10 years. She is always on hand to help

The site is on a fl at area, ideal for anyone with walking diffi culties and is only 5 mins walk to town where there is Iceland store and 8 more supermarkets, medical centre and all amenities. The town boasts some fantastic historical and cultural sites, not to mention the beautiful beaches of the Mar Menor. The Hospital and airport are only 10 mins by car.

Come and view a wonderful selection of mobile homes that are for sale, all in excellent condition. There are two bed units, with sheds, patios and some come with conservatories and are completely fi tted including white goods. They are ready to move in to and most have air conditioning, telephone and English TV.

The site boasts an extra large swimming pool, gym, petanca and tennis court.

The lounge bar has darts, quizzes and live sports on TV with Saturday night entertainment, great British food including English breakfast, fi sh & chips on Fridays and Sunday Lunch meals to order. It really is the hub of activity on this friendly site. Fresh bread and post is delivered daily. 24hr security.

Everyone is welcome to come and have a look around and discuss the possibilities of owning your own home on this fantastic site, or call Carol on 968 192 425 or 626 055 622 to make an appointment. For directions to the site or for more information visit the website www.mobilehomesmarmenorspain.com or email Carol on [email protected]

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ROCKABILLY QUEEN Wanda Jackson opens the XXXI Cartagena Jazz Festival. Also performing will be the Japanese composer/musician Ryuichi Sakamoto, the Amercian jazz fusion guitarist Pat Metheny, and US folk band Fleet Foxes. The Department of Culture recently previewed who will be appearing in November. The full festival schedule will be announced shortly.

Wanda Jackson is an American singer, songwriter, pianist and guitarist who had success in the mid-1950s and 60s as one of the fi rst popular female rockabilly singers and a pioneering rock and roll artist. She is known to many as the Queen or First Lady of Rockabilly. Jackson mixed country music with fast-moving rockabilly. As rockabilly declined in popularity in the

mid-60s, she moved to a success fu l career in mainstream c o u n t r y music with a string of hits between 1966 and 1 9 7 3 , i n c l u d i n g

‘Tears Will Be The Chaser For Your Wine’, ‘A Woman Lives For Love’ and ‘Fancy Satin Pillows’. She has enjoyed a resurgence of popularity among rockabilly revivalists in Europe, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as an Early Infl uence in 2009.

Ryuichi Sakamoto began his career in 1978 as a member of the pioneering electronic music band Yellow Magic Orchestra. They were an international success, with worldwide hits such as ‘Computer Game/Firecracker’ (1978) and ‘Behind The Mask’ (1978). As a solo artist he had success with the experimental electronic fusion album ‘The Thousand Knives Of Ryuichi Sakamoto’ (1978), and later released the pioneering electro-music album ‘B-2 Unit’ (1980), which included the electro classic ‘Riot In Lagos’. He began acting and fi lm composing with ‘Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence’ (1983), which he starred in and composed the score for. The song ‘Forbidden Colours’, which he composed for the soundtrack, became a worldwide hit and he won a BAFTA Award. He later won an Academy Award and Grammy Award for scoring ‘The Last Emperor’ (1987), and has also won two Golden Globe Awards for his work as a fi lm composer. In addition, he also composed music for the 1992 Barcelona Olympics opening ceremony.

Pat Metheny is one of the most successful and critically acclaimed jazz musicians to come to prominence since the 70’s, and regarded as one of the top three jazz guitarist in the world (the other two being John Scofi eld and Bill Frisell). Certainly he is one of the most original guitarists to emerge from the 80’s onward as a chance-taking player who has taken some wild left turns. His music at times can be diffi cult to describe incorporating progressive elements of folk, jazz and mood music. Metheny has 3 Gold Albums and 17 Grammy Awards. He has been touring for more than 30 years, playing between 120-240 concerts a year, and last appeared in Murcia at the San Javier International Jazz Festival in 2005.

Fleet Foxes came to prominence in 2008 with the release of their second EP, ‘Sun Giant’, and their debut full length album ‘Fleet Foxes’. Both albums received much critical praise, and reviewers noted their use of refi ned lyrics and vocal harmonies.

More information about the Cartagena Jazz Festival at www.jazzcartagena.com



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Further north, about fi ve kilometers south of Murcia is a small haven of live music, particularly jazz. The venue is called Jazzazza, based in the suburb of Aljezares. It’s not just a bar, (it’s slogan is “Ce n’est pas un Bar”) it’s a place to read, enjoy a cup of coffee, have a relaxed conversation or perhaps a game of chess, as well as listen to live music. Since opening in late 2004 they have presented various cultural activities including book presentations, children’s theatre, poetry and fi lm club. Jazzazza is renowned for staging some impressive international jazz acts, the legacy continues with their autumn programme;

Oct 13 - Oscar Peñas Trio & Jason Palmer, led by the guitarist and composer, Oscar Peñas, living in Brooklyn since 2007. Beside him, one of the most innovative voices in contemporary jazz, the American trumpeter Jason Palmer. Both musicians are part of the underground jazz scene in New York, and began their collaboration last year playing in the Ethereal Ensemble. The rhythm section comprises of David Xirgu on drums and Swedish bassist Marko Lohikari.

Oct 28 - Will Vinson Quartet. Saxophonist and composer from London, Vinson relocated to New York in 1999. Since then he has recorded and collaborated with Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Chris Potter, and Aaron Parks among others, plus has four critically-acclaimed solo albums. He has a great reputation as a leader and accompanist. The quintet features the masterful young guitarist Mike Moreno. Moreno is becoming a hot item on the New York jazz scene. His agile guitar playing has attracted the attention of major artists such as Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts, Greg Osby, and Kenny Garrett. Birmingham, Alabama, bass player Orlando Le Fleming has toured and recorded with Billy Cobham’s project “Art of Five” and was featured on Jimmy Cobb’s series “Marsalis Music Honors”. He is a member of the David Sanchez Quartet. German drummer Jochen Rueckert completes the quartet.

Nov 5 - Aruan Ortiz & Michael J a n i s c h Q u i n t e t f ea tur ing Greg Osby. A new l e a d i n g international q u a r t e t formed at B e r k l e e . Y o u n g m u s i c i a n s f r o m

different corners who have studied under the command of masters like Joe Lovano and Lee Konitz. Cuban pianist Aruan Ortiz, prominent newcomer bass player Michael Janisch, trumpeter Raynald Colom, and drummer Rudy Royston. The special guest, Greg Osby, is a shining beacon among the current generation of

jazz stars in the U.S. Osby was named Playboy Magazine’s “Jazz Artist of the Year” in 2009.

Nov 11 - Joe Magnarelli Quartet. Trumpeter Joe Magnarelli is one of the most exalted musicians of contemporary bebop. A fi nalist in the prestigious Thelonious Monk competition in 1990, Magnarelli has shared stage with John Hendricks, Harry Connick Jr., Ray Barretto and the Village Vanguard Orchestra. The rhythm section features Fabio Miano, piano; Ignasi Gonzalez, bass; Esteve Pi, drums.

More information about Jazzazza at www.jazzazza.com

More festival and concert information at www.vibesfromthecostas.blogspot.com. Keep the ViBES ALiVE!



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A Close Shave for MABS!

When MABS volunteer, Val Vickery, was told that she would need intensive chemothera-py as part of her treatment for breast can-cer, she knew that she would have to lose her hair. Husband, Malcolm, is also a MABS volunteer, and they can both be found every Saturday, outside The Arches restaurant in Los Alcázares, selling books to raise funds for MABS Murcia.

Malcolm wanted to do something to make Val feel more comfortable about her hair loss, so he decided to have his head shaved to keep

her company. When the owner of The Arches found out what he was doing, she offered to hold an event to raise money for MABS with Malcolm’s head shave as the main feature. Ali’s daughter, Sam, heard about it and she immediately decided to join in and have her lovely, long, blonde locks cut off to raise mon-ey. Her own sponsorship total had reached over 400€ on the night.

Last Thursday, Suzy G joined the sell-out crowd at The Arches to watch Malcolm and Sam lose their locks. Hairdresser, Joanne, from Ascension Estetica in Los Alcázares, with razor at the ready, started Malcolm’s

head shave, with a number 4 cut. Suzy G chivvied up the audi-ence and got them to pay for the next stage – a number 3, and so on, until they reached

zero. Malcolm re-ceived kisses on his bald head for his bravery from Suzy G and Val.

Sam then bravely stepped forward and Mum, Ali, made the fi rst cut into her long, blonde tresses. “This is quite an emotional moment for both of us” said Ali “because Sam has had long hair ever since she was a baby”. Hairdresser Joanne’s son, George, at the tender age of thirteen, was next for the chop, with a stylish head shave, leaving a tuft at the front.

Suzy G ended the evening with her inimita-ble entertainment style, getting everyone up and dancing into the late hours. MABS raised over 1200€ on the night, with sponsorship money still coming in. “It’s been a fantastic night” remarked Malcolm “and we’d like to thank everyone for their support”. Malcolm and Val were given matching caps by MABS sponsors, Iceland Overseas.MABS would like to thank Ali, Sam and The Arches team, Suzy G and Joanne for giving their time for free, and all the wonderful sup-porters and sponsors for helping them raise such an amazing amount.Photographer: Robin Bayliss



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The Summer months in the Sahara desert region are un-bearably hot and diffi cult, with tempera-tures rising to above 55 de-grees, so each

year the association Vacaciones en Paz bring some of the children from the Tinduf Refugee Camp in a remote part of Algeria, to Spain for a little respite. This year San Pedro del Pinatar welcomed fi ve of the children who stayed with Spanish families. The Vacaciones en Paz charity is very close to the heart of President Jane Cronin and members of the ADAPT Association. We met with Visitacion Martinez Martinez, the Mayoress, and Silvia Egea Morales, Councillor for Citizens Participation, at San Pedro Town Hall and with Nuria Mesa of Vacaciones en Paz, Jane handed over a cheque from ADAPT for 1,500€ to help them to continue with the wonderful work that they do. ADAPT mem-bers also brought smiles to the faces of the children, who range in age from 8 to 11 years, when they present-ed them with large bags of toys. ADAPT meets monthly at Castelar College, San Pedro. See website www.adaptsanpe-dro.eu for more information. Enid Winskill.

1st Race Day of the SAMM Autumn Series

Sunday 4th September 2011The fi rst race day of the Sailing Association Mar Menor’s Autumn Series on 4th September got off to a bad beginning. The races take place from the CAR Sailing Centre at Los Narejos on the Mar Menor and the competitors and offi cials arrived to fi nd that

a children’s Optimist dinghy race was also organised for this day.

1st Race Just as the SAMM morning race was starting, the crew of the safety boat was approached by organisers of the children’s race and told to change the course that had been set to avoid a clash. The resulting last minute confusion led to the race being abandoned.2nd Race The afternoon race started promptly at 2.30pm and six boats fought an exciting 3 lap contest in 15 to 17 knot winds. The racing is run under the RYA Portsmouth Yardstick handicap system and the results on corrected times were:-

Place, Boat, Helm, Crew, Times1st Miracle, John Clarke, Doreen Squires - 51mins 15secs

2nd Laser 2000, John Down, Mike Harding - 53mins 17secs3rd Gamba, O. Midttun, L. Anderson, A. Young and B. Young - 55mins 6secs4thWeta 15, Edd Penning, Heinz Lenhard - 57mins 48secs5th Weta 14, Brian Murray, O. Fseldsbo - 64mins 59secs DNF Deltania, D and M Scott

Everybody is looking forward to the next race day on 18th September and the special MABS Cancer Support Race on 25th September.

For more information about SAMM and its race programme go to www.sailingmarmenor.com and follow the links or email [email protected]

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Faith’s New American LegAt last the long-awaited prosthetic leg, made especially in America for Faith at the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre, has arrived. Kate and Solvi Jensen, who have worked tirelessly to sponsor and support us and many of the animals since the start of the centre, are both pictured here alongside Faith proudly modelling her new leg.

Because Faith’s operation was the fi rst of its kind in Spain, nobody had any experience or ideas of how to create an effective

prosthetic leg for a horse. Faith’s prosthetic legs following her return from Barcelona were made in Spain and, although these gave her the support she needed, they often caused rubs on the stump and kept breaking structurally, some only lasting 2-3 weeks, simply because it was all experimental and hadn’t been done before.

We knew we had to do more to help Faith, so we contacted Dwayne Mara in Louisiana, America who designs and makes Molly the Pony’s prosthetic leg. It took Dwayne 5 legs to get the design right for Molly, fi nally developing the latest which can bend at the knee and allows Molly to walk with ease and

even to trot.

This is Faith with her fi rst leg made by Dwayne. It was thought better to start her off with a straight leg, which is what she has been used to up until now. This leg will always be used as a travelling leg as it has a lot of support. The second leg, which will allow her to use her knee again, is being made now and we are expecting it in 3-4 weeks time. Each leg costs €1500, a very special price as Dwayne charges us nothing for his time.Faith is very happy with her new leg and bares weight on it, which is very important so that her healthy front leg isn’t taking all of her weight, as horses carry 85% of their total weight on their front legs.

Faith, and all of us here at the rescue centre, would like to say a big thank you to all of you out there who have made all of this possible for Faith as, without your support, she would have lost her fi ght for life. Faith now spends her days walking around the yard with best friend Cookie and loves to meet all of her visitors.

Safe at the CentreMany readers contacted the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre following the initial article of the horses kept in horrendous conditions by the gypsies in San Luis. Tethered and starving, Blanca the white mare was reported to the rescue centre and, upon arrival, volunteers further discovered Mimosa kept in

a fi lthy, cage-like enclosure and two donkeys in complete darkness; all with no food or water and extremely malnourished. The local police that were called out immediately had no interest and ordered the volunteers to leave, however Spanish local TV arrived at the scene the next day to televise the situation on its evening news broadcast. This media coverage encouraged the gypsies to negotiate a fi nancial settlement for the animals, which are all now safely here at the centre. This is all thanks to the support from readers, as well as kind donations. The previous article received a great response and many people have contacted EHCRC for updates.M i m o s a , when found, was starving and kept in a fi lthy cage.

The EHCRC relies only on charitable donations. We are open to the public all year round every day 1-4pm. On Sundays and Wednesdays we have guided tours, where visitors can meet our horses and donkeys and hear their stories. Visitors can also enjoy a light lunch or light refreshments available in the café garden, and all proceeds go towards the support of the centre. For more information visit our website www.easyhorsecare.net or call Sue on 652 021 980.

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HiPlease take a moment to read this letter, it might change your life, and it most defi nitely could save you and or your kin a lot of money and heartache.

I have lived in Spain as an ex-pat for over 10 years now and one question that is often discussed at the bars or around the dinner table is about the Spanish tax liability on inheritance; it really worries a lot of people.

The tax liability on a property can be huge, so much so that many of us will be forced to sell when one of our partners passes on. At the very least, our heirs will be forced to fi nd 40% and often a lot more of the property value, just to keep it in the family.

Also, did you know…Your husband or wife will not be exempt from Spanish Inheritance Tax.

When the time comes, they will be forced to fi nd the money to pay the tax on 50% of the property, or sell it to pay off the debt. It was often discussed that there must be a legal alternative to the huge tax bill we all face.

If you have the same concerns, this letter is a timely reminder of the risks faced by failing to plan properly and the benefi ts available when you do.

After many dedicated hours of research, I have teamed up with a tax planning company based in the UK to fi nd an answer to this problem and I wanted to tell you about it.

The Wincham Tax Planning Strategy – A simple, effective and totally legal approach to Spanish Inheritance tax planning.

Simply put, the strategy helps you to legally avoid the Spanish Inheritance Tax liability placed on your heirs. The product is backed by accountants, business Consultants and Lawyers and there are a team of lawyers in Spain to take care of the legalities there.

The strategy is not new - it’s well established and proven. Wincham have just created the environment where it can be offered to clients on a wider scale, and is available to my clients too.

Of course, you need to be reassured about the legality of this kind of planning.

On their website, Wincham have posted views from lawyers in the UK and Spain, and also from accountants. Rest assured this is a 100% legal tax planning structure. It’s just that until now it was a little known, expensive and time consuming process. Wincham have changed all that.

All you need to do is register for a free proposal at www.winchamiht.com and a professional case manager will create a personalised proposal showing you and your heir’s liabilities, and the savings to be made using the Wincham plan. Wincham can even arrange funding if you need it.

There is more information and opinions from lawyers in the UK and Spain, accountants’ views and advice on fees at www.winchamiht.com

You will need to input my ID, so they know you are a client of mine. Put 341313 into the UNIQUE ID text box.

Thanks for your timePeter ClarkeYou can of course call me on 660 170 355 if you wish to know more

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Hello again from Bob. Sorry I missed you last month – Fran and I were in the UK. My thanks to Rosemary for stepping into the breach. We drove back in the “yellow peril” as it has become known, and despite one or two minor navigational errors, had a really good time. Have you ever driven through the city centre of Pamplona in the morning rush hour? No? Well, try not to! Mind you, it looked a nice place, but we didn’t really want to be there, not then, anyway. Missed the turning for the by-pass! I won’t say how, but let’s just say that my navigator was having a snooze and couldn’t wake up in time (I’ll be in trouble for that).

Our August Dance at M a r i a n o ’ s , C a m p o s o l saw the return of the lovely L u c i n d a , who put on a really good show despite h a v i n g

injured her back in a nasty car accident just two weeks before. Well done, Lucinda. Also appearing, were everybody’s favourites, The Beagles. The dance fl oor was full as usual; lots of arm waving, singing along too, and thanks to Mariano’s for putting the air-con on

so that we weren’t too hot.

The next Welcome Meeting will be on 1st October when tickets will be on sale for the annual Ladies’ Day Trip to Benidorm on 7th December, including the Rich Bitch Show in the afternoon. Tickets are €17 or just €12 if you don’t want the Show. It’s also market day, so bring your purse along.

Tickets will also be on sale for the New Year’s Eve Dance with The Beagles and Donna Glass from Benidorm, at €25, to include a table buffet, party hats, champagne and grapes at midnight. These are sure to sell out fast, so don’t miss out!

Information will also be given about next year’s Summer Ball and another Trip to the Races at Mijas. Did you go this year? If you did, you’ll know what a great day we had at the races, and, Haydn, remember this time, hang on to your ticket – it may be a winner!

Other tickets available are for October 26th Dance with Ricky Lavazza and Laura Elen from the Costa Del Sol. Just €9 and €5 for bacon, egg and chips.

The November 16th Dance features Samantha Curtis, new to this area, and from Benidorm, Rob Sweeney. No, he wasn’t in the Flying Squad (you work it out). Again €9 and €5 for chicken and chips.

Our Christmas Party Night is on December 14th at €12 and €5 for chicken and chips. Featured that night are Showaddywaddy Legends and fabulous Nick Gold. . For more details, and for tickets, call Rosemary on 620105179.

Next month, I’ll be reporting on our Benidorm Trip, on 17th to 19th October. Really looking forward to that, especially the bodega!

Dates for the Book/Jigsaw Swap are October 11th and 25th, at the ICA clinic on the dual-carriageway on B Sector. Further details from Jo on 669457985.

There is change of dates for the Fun Petanca this month. Instead of the usual last Wednesday of the month, it will now be on October 5th at 1.00pm, and also for November, on the 2nd, again at 1.00pm. Then it’s back to normal, so there will be two sessions in November. Call Les on 968131880 for more information.

Welcome is open to everybody, there is no membership; just come along and meet friends old and new. All events are held at Mariano’s, Camposol A unless otherwise stated and food is available at the bar. For more details, call Rosemary on 620105179, or email [email protected], or visit www.welcomegroupspain.com.

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Well I am pleased to report that we had a wonderful last minute holiday on a short Mediterranean Cruise. I realised how lucky we were when we met so many British people who were so envious that we live here that it did make me realise that we should not take it all for granted. I did manage to buy a violin whilst I was away as have been dying to take it up again recently. I have not played since I was about 15 years old, so could do with a few lessons if there is anyone out there who can help please let me know!

I had never experienced Refl exology before and knew little about it when I decided to fi nd out more, so I booked a session with Drew Ryder (Mind and Body Therapist). It is a very relaxing and pleasant experience and I also learned quite a lot about how areas on your feet are linked to all parts of your body that I was not aware of before. I am starting to realise that it is all very well paying attention to my hair and nails etc on the outside, but the inside needs some tlc as well. I am defi nitely going to focus more on these types of treatments in the future.

I spent a very pleasant afternoon/evening

with friends at the fashion show organised by Jane’s Salon, in Bolnuevo. There were some lovely items on show and all the models looked fabulous, courtesy of the staff at Jane’s Salon. They all had their hair and nails done beautifully and looked very glamorous. Jane’s Salon has a really wide selection of treatments and therapies and is well worth investigating.

I was delighted to visit “La Vista Café Bar”, formerly The Sol Beach Bar in Los Alcazares now under the new ownership of Melanie Elkington. This location is beautiful as it has a beach front view and is right on the boardwalk. At this time of year it is a wonderful place to visit as although many of the summer visitors have left, there are still plenty to see and the parking is much easier. Whether you just need a cold drink, an ice cream or a full meal, Melanie will assure you a warm welcome.

I must just share this with you that my favourite snack of the month must go to Liz’s Cafe for their new Chicken Ceaser Wrap. YmmmTeresa

HOW CAN I STOP MY DOG PULLING ON THE LEAD? By Tracy, your fully qualifi ed Dog Listener in Spain“Ever wonder where you’d end up if you took your dog for a walk and never once pulled back on the leash?” – Robert Brault.“By mastering the walk, you have the ability to truly bond with your dog as her pack leader. The walk is the foundation of your relationship” – Caesar Millan

With Autumn approaching and bringing with it some much longed for cooler weather, we can start enjoying some lovely walks with our best friend, unless, that is, your dog walking is a stressful experience. If your experience of walking your dog is being dragged round the block with the dog wrenching your arm out of its shoulder and your arriving back home dishevelled, stressed and frustrated, then it’s time to take control of the situation. The reason your dog is pulling on the lead like crazy is simply because he thinks he is the leader and therefore he makes the decisions as to where and how fast you go – in plain canine terms, he is leading the hunt!

You can improve the situation immensely by showing your dog, that you are the leader and that you are quite capable of making these decisions yourself. The fi rst step you need to take is to gain control of the situation before you have even left the house – never take an over-excited dog out of your house.

Step 1 - If your dog has set times for his walk and he comes and harasses you to let you know it’s that time, you need to leave it for a short while before getting up to go out. This tells the dog that you make the decision as to when the walk will happen. Wait until he has calmed down and then get up!

Step 2 – If, once you have decided it’s time for the walk and you get up to put on a jacket, or pick up your keys and the dog’s lead, he starts leaping around excitedly again, simply sit back down and wait for him to calm down again. This step may need to be repeated over and over until he gets the message.

Step 3 – Once you have managed to get the lead on to a calm dog, remember that you should always leave the property ahead of your dog. The walk should not begin with the dog dragging you to the front gate. If your dog starts to pull straight away, you should turn swiftly and walk in the opposite direction. This may mean that you walk backwards and forwards on your driveway or in your house for quite a while, but this will send the message to your dog that you are the one who makes the decisions as to where you go – i.e. you are now leading the hunt. If the bad behaviour continues, you should cancel the walk at this time. Simply turn around, head back indoors and sit back down. The dog will soon get the message that you only leave the house when their behaviour is calm. I have known dogs resist handing over leadership of the walk for 3 days!

Once these 3 steps have been mastered, you will fi nd it much easier to take control whilst actually out on a walk and be able to deal with any undesirable behaviour such as lunging at other dogs or other people etc. Remember though, this is not a quick fi x. This is an ongoing message that you need to be sending to your dog.

Should you need further information or help in understanding your canine friends, contact Tracy on 868 082 011 or 630 021 386.

Tip of the month - You are what you eat. This applies to dogs just as much as to humans. Feed your dog a good quality complete food and do not feed him leftovers from your table. Limit treats to rewarding good behaviour only.



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Photos: Mark StocksCopyright: www.vistasmurcia.com

Active, Inspiring and Successful Start to Murcia Dance’s New Term and It’s Not Just for Children!!!!

What a fun packed and busy summer Murcia Dance have had. From successfully fund

raising for much needed dance resources to working in new studios, from participating in Fiestas Camposol events to winning top awards at the Mazarrón Festival de Baile, the Murcia Dance programme goes from strength to strength.

The programme is not just for children. Teaching Principal of Murcia Dance, Louise Bremner, would like to welcome adults who like to move, onto its programme. Louise is now a fully licensed ZUMBA Instructor having completed her training in Malaga in early September. The new sensation in fi tness will compliment other areas of the programme which include Theatre Dance and Beginner Salsa Classes for Adults.

It is hoped that an adult dance group can be formed to participate in next year’s Mazarrón Festival de Baile. This year two

schools entered adult groups that entertained audiences and danced away with top awards.

Some children for the fi rst time participated in the Mazarrón Festival de Baile and they did their school, community and families proud. The Camposol Urban Dance Crew, who meet on a Saturday morning during term time, were placed 1st and joint 2nd in their Under age 9 Novice group section. Judges commented that it was good to see boys dancing and to see different levels and abilities working together.

Holly Ryan and Kian Davies won joint 1st place duet in the beginners under 13 section and the schools seniors, Charlotte Moore and Shannon Robertson, received joint 2nd place in the over 13 Beginners Duet. Both heats had a very competitive group of entries from other schools, so all dancers in these sections have done extremely well.

Two top awards were also given to Murcia Dance. Jack Dawson and Shannon Moran, placed 1st in their duet, also won the highest marked duet from the Under 13 category winning over more advanced duets which is fantastic for very young dancers at a Novice level. The lovely Jack Dawson, who is a dedicated young dancer, won one of the most prestigious awards from the festival; The Most Promising Dancer, Under Age 13, Award for his stage personality, interacting with others whilst showing individuality, musicality, and interpretation of different choreographic material. Teacher Louise states “Jack is a model pupil. He works very hard, is caring and encouraging in class to other children and has a natural dancing ability. I’m very proud to not only be working with Jack, but also all of the young dancers who collectively make up a vibrant community, making my work as a teacher of dance relatively easy”.

A whole new programme of dance and performing arts will be running for children, young people and adults from the new Camposol Community Centre, Sensol Hotel and Tara’s Retreat throughout the autumn. We have lovely venues suitable for dance, mirrored with barres and suitable fl ooring. We will have visiting guest teachers to support the programme for all abilities. For more details visit our website www.murciadance.co.tv or telephone Louise on 655 421 120.

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Age Concern SocialAge Concern ran its fi rst social on Wednes-day 14th September. As with all new ventures the committee did worry, would enough peo-ple turn up? In the event some 50 members of Age Concern crowded the hall at the Cul-tural Centre, Camposol. It was a convivial lunch with a nicely laid out room, chairs in little circles, a visitor’s book for members to sign, and plenty of light bites; sandwiches, quiche, sausage rolls. Many folk contributed to the food and it looked splendid, and it all went! There was tea and coffee, with some-thing stronger for those who wanted it. A bit of background music contributed to the at-mosphere.

By 1.30 the last stragglers had arrived and sat down. There was an invalid buggy, an electric buggy and several assorted sticks and sup-ports. The chairs had been arranged in neat

circles but true to form, Brits re-arranged the furniture to a lozenge shape and got on with the business of greeting old friends and mak-ing new ones. It was very much an afternoon tea party. Members were asked what they wanted out of the socials and the combination of food and chat did seem a winner. Bingo, talks from interesting people were all men-tioned. There are almost certainly enough in-teresting people in Mazarrón to entertain Age Concern for years. The party started at noon and fi nished at 3pm. The committee plan to have these social events once a month.

Age Concern on the Costa Cálida is part of a network of affi liated bodies who are in turn part of Age UK, the product of the merger be-tween Help the Aged and Age Concern. There will be a Rock n Roll evening at Mariano’s, Camposol as a fund raising activity on Octo-ber 21st with Jimmy Mac from Benidorm head-

ing the bill. Tickets are 5€ and a chicken and chip supper can be had for a further 5€. It’s a 7.30pm start. In November an All our Yes-terdays event is planned for the Steak Out on Sector B Camposol.

You can contact Age Concern every Friday morning outside the Trevi on Camposol, and outside the underground car park on the Pas-eo in Puerto de Mazarrón, or you can phone Graham, 634 310 215, Ann on 634 306 927 or Penny on 662 332 725. Age Concern also meets every Wednesday morning in the Cul-tural Centre, Camposol if you want to register as a friend or get help.

Rod Sawyer, Age Concern, 618553786 or email [email protected]

5th and 6th November 2011The Trade Fairs and Exhibitions IFEPA hosts the Canine Show every year in November. The National and International Dog Show is organized by the Sociedad Canina de Murcia. At this exhibition there are competition points valid for International Champion (CACIB) of the FCI (FCI) and National Champion of Spain (CAC) of the Royal Canine Society of Spain (RSCE).

The show is attended by the owners of over two thousand dogs, from all the European Community, Nordic countries, and even Russia, and several American countries like USA, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, etc. They are all looking for the points towards the championships. There are over 180 different dog breeds entering the exhibition so this should be a brilliant show.

John Kemp, after years of rescuing and homing dogs in this region of Spain has made 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 the car boot sale 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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Registered Charity Nº 8.714/1ª

JJ’s Puppy Rescue Association has been a Registered Charity since March 2007 with a Management Committee, Association Members, Volunteer Helpers and Foster Carers. We have become well known for rescuing abandoned puppies in the Mazarrón area. Without the help of the Association over 300 puppies and dogs would have died from starvation or disease and their short lives would have ended in fear and distress due to human neglect.

We now have over 40 rescued puppies and dogs in our care that are in need of a loving home. If you are interested in fostering or adopting a puppy or dog please give one of our Committee Members Tony 618034921 or John 617004959 a call. They will provide more details and can arrange for you to see any of our rescued puppies or dogs.

To raise the funds needed for the care and veterinary treatment of the abandoned puppies that are rescued, we are dependant upon the public for help. We have a Charity Shop in Puerto de Mazarrón near the Arbol Supermarket. The Charity Shop is staffed entirely by Association Members who give their own time voluntarily without payment or remuneration for their dedicated work. Any unwanted furniture, household items, bric-a-brac, linen, clothes, shoes, books and DVD’s or videos that can be sold in the Charity Shop to raise funds will be gratefully accepted.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR COLLECTION OF DONATED ITEMS PLEASE GIVE ONE OF OUR COMMITTEE MEMBERS A CALL Tony 618034921 - John 617004959 - Richard 699243370 WeDoItAll4ThePuppies

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TO TELL OR NOT TO TELLDear Jennifer,My husband and I set up a successful restaurant business in Alicante 15 years ago. We have recently run into some marital problems and at this point it’s looking like we’re heading for a divorce. It’s obviously an incredible diffi cult time for us both but at what point should we disclose the news to our staff?A.FDear A.F,Your main aim at this point in time is to minimise speculation and uncertainly. When rife among staff, they can be dangerously distracting. Obviously, your staff may have picked up signs of a deteriorating working relationship and marriage between you and your husband. They are not daft. Fear, especially in an uncertain and unstable economy, will be uppermost on their minds

and not the status of your marriage. Will the business go bust? Will the business be sold off? Will they still have jobs after your divorce? These are all valid questions that warrant honest answers. To this end, I feel that your staff have the right to know where they stand and the sooner they know the better. However, I will suggest that when you do decide to make the announcement, that you and your husband do it together to avoid rumours and any malicious gossip. Don’t dwell on sympathy; don’t dwell on the reasons for the break-up; keep it simple and practical; and let your staff know that they are valued and appreciated for their hard work. If possible, let them know what the future holds for them, but please avoid making promises that you can’t keep. It is not fair on your staff.Jennifer

I DON’T WANT TO VISIT MY SICK MOTHER!Dear Jennifer,My mother, who lives near us in Playa Flamenca, suffers from depression. I try to visit her as often as I can, but I always come away with so much guilt. She refuses to discuss her problems with me, saying that she does not want to upset me, but when she shuts me out I feel worse. Her rejection of my good intentions, make me feel overwhelmed, frustrated and angry and I am even considering not visiting her at all! Why won’t she allow me to help her? I have tried speaking with my father about it but he refuses to intervene, often telling me to mind my own business. I love both my parents but I feel in limbo and helpless to restore peace in my family. My frustrations are taking a toll on my relationship with my partner. I don’t know what to do!Bethany K.Dear Bethany,There is so much deep emotion in your letter and I empathise with your frustrations at present. However, you cannot “fi x” your mother if she does not want you to. I am not sure of the intensity of your mother’s depression, whether it is mild or chronic, but depression is a medical condition and she may need professional support. Pushing her to talk about her problems, when she does not want to, may exacerbate the problem, not only regarding the relationship with your mother, but also with your father.

We all want to “fi x” unpleasant situations, because to dwell and live in unhappiness and emotional pain is diffi cult, but there are times to “heal and mend” and there are times to respect the need for “personal space”. Perhaps this is what your mother needs from you and you should try to respect her wishes no matter how hard, frustrating and overwhelming it might be. Rather than visit her out of obligation, make sure your visits are positive ones, full of love and support. Just let her know that you are there for her, if she ever needs you. Help her with her shopping, cleaning and with any tasks she requires of you and she will appreciate your presence even more. Your mother may eventually choose to reach out to you in time but only when she is ready and not any sooner.

If you have diffi culty coming to terms with your mother’s depression, seek a support group yourself, either in your local area or online. Having a supportive network around you will not only provide you with information and insight into your mother’s illness but will be an outlet for your frustrations and emotional pain as well.Jennifer

Jennifer Rahman is a life coach, NLP and EFT therapist in Murcia. She receives numerous letters and reads each one. However, due to the volume received, she will not be able to respond personally to everyone except via her column. Send your letters either as a word document to Costa Cálida Chronicle addressed to “Ask Jennifer” or email it to [email protected].



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Dear EditorI thought I would let you know about ex-cellent service from one of your advertis-ers.At the end of August the air conditioning in my Renault Scenic failed on a trip back to Camposol. I decided to book the car into Talleres Lopez Milan in El Pareton and liased with John who translates for Paco the owner. After leaving the car for a day to investigate the fault and getting a cour-tesy lift back to Camposol, I got a phone call saying that they hadn’t been able to identify the fault, but had taken the car to Renault Totana who had diagnosed that the compressor had failed and the cost of a new one with fi tting etc was 2000€.The car is over 4 years old and so was out of warranty, but Paco persuaded Renault To-tana to submit a claim to Renault HQ on

the grounds that the compressor should last a lot longer than that.

After a week of waiting, the news came back that Renault would fund the complete repair. I have since collected the car from Lopez Milan with just a small bill for their work and everything is working better than before.

I have never had such excellent service in over 40 years motoring. One always hears of poor service, but this is the other end of the scale.

I would not hesitate to recommend Lopez Milan, and Renault Totana to anyone and special thanks to John and Paco.John Osborne

Dear EditorThe Costa Calida Chronicle magazine was only out for a week and I have just re-ceived a call from a really nice lady named Jackie Carter in response to our appeal.

She would really like to help Marina. I am sending her info on the Family Fun Day and Dog Show too as she would like to come along and get involved.

If anyone else would like to help Marina with her many dogs, please call 968 482 948 Well done & Thank you CCCLindaHelping HandsAnimal Charity Support Association

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We help anyone in need,irrespective of

race, creed or status.Matthew 25 v 35-36

The Blessings keep fl owing; for GO maD has just received a Beautiful Caravan, following the generous giving hearts of Geoff and Jean Board of La Azohia; a huge thank you to you both. GO maD is continually thankful for God’s Provisions and this Divine Timing; for a new Volunteer (who also needs a home) is soon joining our ‘Outreach Team’. We sense that following this, GO maD’s further projects: Rastro and Refuge/Shelter/Soup Kitchen are not far off!

Sharing of more fl owing: We now have Six Sewing Machines in storage and one was recently given to our dear friend Hafi da; such a joy to see the gratitude and her wide beaming smile. A vision was given, over a year ago to start a Sewing Workshop to help those ladies out of work - wonderful to see this start to happen. Hassan had been patiently awaiting a pair of reading glasses. A donor heard and a ‘perfect match’ was made - another huge beaming smile greeted us. A Spanish family recently received a sofa/bed; the immense joy and gratitude we witnessed, stirred the heart. You just cannot put a price on that exchange. Steve our great DIY volunteer, recently removed a bath from a house in Ramonete and replaced it with a shower (desperately needed due to lack of mobility) - more smiles greeted us.

These experiences give one a reality check. We are the fortunate ones who can Make A Difference to the lives of those around us. You never know what impact your donation will have, but we know that when God says He will meet the needs. He means it and GO maD is witnessing this time and time again.

A huge big thank you to all who continue to support our work. We are together Making A Difference to lives around us. Maybe you would like to join us and see for yourself these beautiful ‘beaming smiles’. Call us today on 634 357 137

NOW NEEDED: Men’s Shoes & Trainers along with Smaller sized Men’s clothesplus Bedding / Linen / Curtains / Towels

Drop-off centers; The Cultural Centre, Camposol B; Mon 3-5pm and Fri 12.30-2pm. Business Centre, Camposol A & Costa Calida Radio, Puerto de Mazarrón.

Shop: Open Tues/Weds/Thurs/Sat 10am-2pm plus Thurs eve 6-9pm

Tel Shop: 634 321 161Outreach/Other Enquiries: 634 357 137Facebook: madmazarron or email [email protected]

LOS CANOVAS PLAYERSANNOUNCEMENT

The Los Canovas Players regretfully announce that the production due to be performed in November will have to be postponed until January/February 2012.This is due to the forthcoming national elections in Spain when our venue is going to be used for most of the month by the political parties involved (we have yet to fi nd out whether it will be a farce or a tragedy!!!).

With Christmas coming so soon afterwards and many of you going back to the UK for the festive season we felt it reasonable to postpone until most of you are back in Spain.

We do hope you will continue to support us as you have done in the past. When fi rm dates are arranged they will be published in the media.

As always we are looking for “new blood” to join The Players in whatever capacity, whether on stage or behind the scenes so if you are interested in drama contact us by e-mail at [email protected]

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Ebony and Ivory for MABSDiamantes Restaurant in El Mojón has a monthly La-dies’ Lunch called ‘Ebony & Ivory’, held on the third Tuesday of each month. It is an opportunity for la-dies to dress up and have a relaxing few hours over a three course lunch with a glass of wine for just 10€ per head. The guests get to meet and make new friends as, after the main course, three people from each table move to an-other table. During the lunch a raffl e is held in aid of MABS Cancer Support

Group and, so far this year, the grand sum of 688€ has been raised. Terri, who owns Dia-mantes, has set a tar-get to raise 1,000€ for MABS by the end of the year - so ladies: why not come and join ‘Ebony & Ivory’ to en-sure that she makes it?

Janet Bell, MABS Fun-draising Co-ordina-tor says “Terri really does us proud; there is a choice menu, a great atmosphere and some excellent raffl e prizes

too! Those of us who have been going since the beginning of the year have made new friends.

If you would like to come along, please call Diamantes on 965 352 947 to book your table. Lunch is 1.30pm for 2.00pm and normally fi nishes around 4.00pm.

MABS Cancer Support Group is a regis-tered charity (No. 7261) offering help and support to local people of all na-tionalities who have been diagnosed with or are being treated for cancer. If you or someone you know would like some confi dential help or support call our HELPLINE 693 275 779 or visit their website: www.mabsmurcia.comPhotographer: Geoff Bell

The Pets In Spain team are here to help abandoned animals in Spain and others in need of re-homing. If you are looking to adopt a dog or cat, or need to fi nd a home for one, or if you simply want to know more about taking care of your pet in Spain, this is the web site for you.

Banger and Mash are twin 20 week old small girls. They have had all their vaccinations and are adorable. Banger is lively and Mash is quiet and delicate. For more information

call 965 419 769

Toby who is about a year and a half old and is a slightly nervous little boy who bears the scars of acid or boil-ing water which burnt his side. He

has healed now but his coat has not fully grown back. He is vaccinated. For more information please call: 659 274 573

These gor-geous Egyptian Mau kittens are 3 months old. Their mother was abandoned when

her owners moved and left her behind. They have big ears and very short fur that does not leave hairs in the house. The mother has al-ready been adopted so it’s just the kittens that need homes. For more information call Linda: 646 645 035To view more animals for adoption go to: www.petsinspain.infoIf you would like to advertise an animal email: [email protected]



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Well Autumn is here and the visitors have gone back. You may just be looking for a new hobby to fi ll in all that time you have on your hands!!! Why not try sailing, Radio Controlled Sailing. I am talking about a great pastime whether you are a beginner or a seasoned sailor it is worth giving it a try.

The new Radio Control Model Group based in Los Alcázares under the name of RC Mar Menor Sailing Group, has progressed well over its fi rst three months. The group is a S.A.M.M. group and members can enjoy the full range of benefi ts that S.A.M.M. has to offer, including an active social scene and the opportunity of sailing full sized boats.

We are based at the Sports College of Infanta Cristina on the shores of the Mar Menor and enjoy their excellent sailing facilities. Our racing series has now started and will mainly consist of members getting used to their new boats, with some learning to sail for the fi rst time. Later we will have a better understanding of the full range of boats at our disposal and what we need to cater for. While our main venue will be Infanta Cristina, we hope to visit other locations perhaps once a month to try and attract a wider membership at venues such as Cartagena. We have our fi rst visit planned for October 14th and will be meeting not to race, but just to check out sailing conditions in the harbour. We are currently seeking permission from the Harbour Authority to use this location as a regular monthly meeting. Anyone wishing to join in is very welcome please give me a call fi rst for more info.

Later we will start with some simple Match racing to defi ne the different capabilities of each boat and then progress to a form of handicap racing along the lines of a rigged start. With all new clubs it is a matter of wait and see what boats people want to buy and I believe that variety is the spice of life. In the short term it looks like the International One Metre will form the fi rst boat class for racing. The I.O.M. as it is called has world wide support and has been in production for more than 30 years with national competitions in Europe, USA, New Zealand, and Australia, and world championships run every year. Last year the Spanish National Championships were held at the college over a 3 day period with some 14 boats taking part.

We have already attracted a wide range of boat types and owners with an equally wide range of diverse skills. Their skills are always available to members and they are willing to assist if need be. The group caters for all

tastes whether you are a seasoned model boat builder or you prefer your boat straight out of a box. The range of boats we have attracted so far to our Friday morning get together is very varied from the compact Victoria at 750mm long, up to the mighty 5 foot long American East Coast 12 metre, also including a Thunder Tiger, two International One Metres, and a Austrian Smaragd. We have Just acquired one of the new American Vela one metre boats, this was shipped in from the states for valuation and trials, looking very good it comes fully built and includes a 2.4 R.C. control system. We have also had a Laser which is a copy of the world famous Laser single handed 2.4 class dinghies. In the U.K. Sailors of the full size Laser regularly race the R.C. version in winter to sharpen their skills, that is if they can break the ice on the local pond, sorry I could not resist that one.

It is also our intention to cater for our disabled friends with a new boat due to be completed by September. It is an M6 and the biggest boat to date at 5’6” long and dual controlled. It is controlled by a crew of two, one helmsman and one sail trimmer each with a separate radio unit, we believe it is the only one of its kind and is an ideal tool for disabled sailors. This boat also has value for beginner’s wanting to test the water so to speak, it allows a beginner to gain confi dence with a tutor on one aspect at a time before going solo.

We also would like to bridge the divide and become multinational and have some other nationalities as members. We already have members from Scotland, Ireland, England and even Yorkshire, where ever that is, (answers on a post card to!!).

If we can tempt you to come and take a look then for more information please check out our website www.rcmarmenorsailinggroup.eu or phone David on 968 170 870 E-mail [email protected]. Hope to see you on the water soon.

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BLACK AND WHITE BALL

With enough energy to light up a small city Age Concern committee members rolled into town (or more precisely, port) on Friday morning. After spending the last couple of months planning and selling tickets for this year’s premier fund raiser, the day had fi nally arrived and there was much to do.

Mr and Mrs Señor Shifter arrived on time and the long tables donated by Los Gallayos were heaved onboard, then a trip down the Via Axial to La Gato Verde where countless tables and chairs fi lled up the van to capacity. A short hop then into the very heart of the Marina and down to the Yacht Club venue where a vast blank space was waiting to be transformed. Enthusiasm is never in short supply and with a gusto that belied their collective years the intrepid bunch of

volunteers set about converting their blank canvas into a fi tting arena to welcome the anticipated 200 plus guests.

At last everything that could be decorated was decorated, a quick shower and turnaround for everyone, then back to welcome the

arriving guests. There is something exciting about Black and White and as everyone had made the effort, the result was like a chessboard that ebbed and fl owed, generally towards and away from the bar. The very accomplished Lenny Mitchell soon had everyone up dancing and it wasn’t long before honoured guest the Mayor of Mazarrón Señor Gines Campillo Mendez and his consort succumbed to the beat and for a couple of hours at least was able to forget about the burden of offi ce, as did Kelly Ensor who had an almost ‘Grenfellesque’ appearance as stately as a galleon she sailed across the fl oor in her splendid ensemble. Steve the Snip was caught for a moment not telling his awful jokes, but only for a moment, and all were quite amazed at Graham Jackson’s man/woman outfi t, his alter-ego getting admiring glances from a few of the less sober males. Trevor and Brenda Thornton crackled with energy like a pair of fresh Duracell batteries; their zest for life is quite infectious.

The Roving Diner provided a splendid buffet and everyone had good comments about their fare and professionalism. The raffl e was drawn and a great big thank you to all the local businesses who contributed prizes; your generosity will not be forgotten and to all those who bought tickets, digging deep to give over 700€ of profi t - simply magnifi cent.

Around midnight the event drew to its conclusion and under bright stars and a waning moon everyone made their happy way home. Chairs and tables were stacked and rubbish removed and a tired but happy bunch of Age Concerner’s made for home. A successful Ball and a total profi t for the charity of just over 2500€. Thank you all.

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Energy Saving Week 17 - 23 October Energy Saving Week is a great way of mak-ing it hit home just how vital everyone’s in-put is in the fi ght against climate change. It’s helped propel the issue of saving energy into people’s thoughts, and into the political are-na, not to mention giving people energy sav-ing tips they can easily adopt. Here in Spain it is just as important to save energy as it is in the UK. There are various ways in which you can save energy, much of it without costing you anything.

Energy Saving TipsIf you can’t wait for this year’s Energy Sav-ing Week to kick off in your area, why not try and adopt some of our quick tips to help you become more energy effi cient:• Replace used light bulbs with energy

saving bulbs• Move furniture away from radiators to al-

low heat to circulate• Choose energy saving recommended

household appliances• Ensure all pipes are lagged except for ar-

eas where is it “useful heat”• Fit thermostatic radiator valves to con-

trol temperature room by room• Fit a programmable room stat as a mas-

ter stat to your central heating system• Turn your thermostat down a degree• Place foil around the back of your radia-

tors to refl ect heat back into the room

InsulationThe obvious solution to keeping your house warm in the winter and cool in the summer is insulation. Many of the houses in Spain were built as holiday homes and were not designed to be occupied all year, especially during the winter months. This causes a damp problem in many cases, especially in the bedrooms and bathrooms. There are now professional companies in the region offering excellent ways of insulating your home.

Curing DampOne way to ensure that you house is not damp is to have full central heat-ing which will help dry your house out as most houses

are built with thousands of litres of water in their construction. Full central heating sys-tems either oil, gas or others (the majority in this region are oil fi red) with some natural gas or LPG will assist in curing damp. The rea-son for this is that the walls of the house will dry out and maintain the thermal capacity of the building. Camposol Heating & Mainte-nance (page 6) or Cálida Gas (page 51) can provide such systems.

Adequate ventilation is also very important to ensure no damp, especially if you have gas fi res as your main heat source. This is also vi-tal for safety reasons. There are now 99% ef-fi cient fl ue-less, wall mounted gas fi res avail-

able on the market, supplied and fi tted by Camposol Heating & Maintenance (page

6), which do not give off the same amount of condensa-tion as the old style mobile units.

You can now also buy secure, purpose built window vents right here in the Costa Càlida from No More Mould. (page 53). Mould is a serious prob-lem here in Spain and can cause asthma and respiratory problems. No More Mould’s aim was to fi nd a product that kills mould and protects against re-growth. Eventu-

ally they found “Expore” and it worked so well that they decided to import it from the UK. Condensation is also a big problem here so we import adjustable air fl ow trickle vents from the UK and this is another product that helps prevent mould. For further information on any of these products contact No More Mould on 672 795 574 or 677 623 442.

T here are various products on the market that can solve a damp problem, another one of them being Liquid Wallpaper. This is a new product that can be pasted on the walls, creating a layer of insulation. It comes in a huge selection of colours and can be applied by a good DIYer. The paper comes in a bag and is added to water to create a paste which can be applied to one or all of the walls of the



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room, adding colour to what may be a totally white decor. See Liquid Wallpaper advert on page …….

Double GlazingAnother way of cutting down heat loss is of course double glazing. This will also cut down outside noise and it is an excellent security measure. It is quite simple to change your windows and patio doors to double glazing and there are numerous companies in the area that specialise in this. Latest Technology Intelligent Glass Re-placement double glazed units.

Made with 4mm glass leaves & argon fi lled, our double glazed re-placement units for 2011 are now even more en-ergy effi cient. - Up to 40% more insulation in both summer and win-ter months. For more informa-tion call Kevin’s Fly Screens and Aluminium Ser-vices (page 53) on 650 662 579 or visit our web-

site www.kevinsfl yscreens.com.

In the GardenIt’s great to get outdoors and enjoy the garden, but fi ght the temptation to use the hosepipe or sprinkler. It’s still possible to keep the lawn pristine without using high quanti-ties of water by investing in a water butt and watering can instead. A water butt collects and stores rainwater throughout the year, which you can then use free of charge to wa-ter your lawn and plants. You should also bear in mind the water restrictions may operate in the summer months. It is fairly easy to install guttering which can be directed into a water butt and this can be used for watering plants, washing the car and many other activities. If you are storing water in this way remember to protect against mosquitoes. One way of combating mosquitoes is to put some cooking oil into the water butt. This will form a layer on top of the water, preventing mosquitoes getting into the water.

If you have a large water deposit, water tank or Spa, you can purify & make the water safe to drink by invest-ing in an Aquasmater Capsule (page 54). No other chemicals are required. This amaz-ing invention, sold in 37 countries world-

wide, ionizes the water, turning well water or municipal tap water into purifi ed drinking water. They are guaranteed to last at least 12 months, so if you only need pure water for 6 months, you can take the capsule out and keep it until the following year. One capsule will sanitize 2,000 litres of water.Keeping a cover on your swimming pool will not only reduce heat loss, but it will also re-duce the amount of water lost due to the wind and the sun. Daisy Pools (page 52) are the main suppliers of swimming pool covers in the area. Give them a call and they will advise you on the best ways to extend the weeks you will be able to use your pool.

In the HomeWhen trying to use less energy in the home it’s important to choose energy-saving prod-ucts. If you need to replace any of your white goods, including your boiler, consider invest-ing in more energy effi cient products. Look out for the blue Energy Saving logo on prod-ucts and select these items instead of less energy effi cient models. Making your house more energy effi cient is also vitally important if you are considering putting your property on the market. Low wattage light bulbs now come in various shapes and sizes and using these in all lighting appliances will save you money.Save Energy and money with a second-ary electricity meter or sensor from CHMWith the ever increasing cost of electricity have you considered a secondary electric-ity meter? Whether you are renting out your property or not, fi tting a secondary meter can ensure that you have no hefty unexpected bills. These meters are fed with pre-paid cards (either €5 or €10 each). The meter tariff is set to the same as the electricity provider, but this can be over- ridden by the property owner if needed. Tenants have been found to turn on far more appliances in both summer and winter if they are not paying the bill; a bit of a shock when it turns out to be more that the rent you are taking!

For air conditioning units CHM also provide motion room sensors that will de-activate af-ter 15 minutes if there is no movement in the room, saving you both money and energy.Your central heating system When having your new central heating sys-tem installed, remember to ensure that the positioning of the radiators have been care-fully planned with your installer. Try and en-sure that they are on inside walls and not underneath windows where possible. It has been publicised recently on British television that with a thermal imaging camera heat loss is greater than was originally thought if a ra-diator is positioned under a window or an out-side wall. If there is no choice, then at least put a heat resistant refl ective layer on the wall behind the radiator.

Heating and Water Systems.Most heating and wa-ter systems (hot and cold) will benefi t from in-line descalers. These can be either electronic or manual types and in-line fi lters can combat hard water problems by remov-ing harmful dirt and corrosive substances. This can extend the effi ciency of heat ex-changers, electrical

elements, kettles, dish washers and wash-ing machines. These products can be sourced through Healthy H20.Solar Water Systems

Solar hot wa-ter systems make the most of the natural heat given off by the sun. The water will heat up on most days,

even if there is little sun, but you will need a back-up boiler if there is no sun for 3-4 days. These systems can be installed by various lo-cal companies. Why not use the power of the sun to reduce your energy bills with a solar water heater from Free-Sol? Solar power is a free, clean, green energy source and with the installation of a solar hot water heater being more afford-able than ever before, there has never been a better time to upgrade your home to harness the power of the sun throughout the year.A solar water heating system is one of the most cost effective ways to help lower your carbon footprint and with oil, gas and electric-ity costs continuing to increase, solar power is also a great way to deliver hot water for FREE. The sun is doing all of the work for you, even in winter! In fact with a solar water heater you can expect to save up to 80% on the cost of producing your hot water. Fur-thermore, a solar water heater can enhance the value of your property. Within a very short period, the capital cost can be offset by the lower running costs with the result that your initial investment will begin to pay you back quickly.To fi nd out more, see the Free-Sol advert on page 52 or phone Martin Freeman on 659 232 507. [email protected]

Solardirecta (page 59) have special-ized in solar water heat-ers for over seven years. With over 500 systems sold and installed throughout southern Spain, they have unri-valled experience in the solar water heater fi eld. Their own branded high quality units are manufactured specifi cally for the Spanish market and are fully mains pressurized. Keith explains that, unlike other systems, Solardi-recta’s system has no need for a pre-heating copper coil inside the tank. All the energy produced goes directly into the tank which in-turn feeds directly into the house, so there is very little heat lost and as a bonus, no need for the ugly header tank on top and no addi-tional pumps are required. If you are looking for a reliable company who can supply and install a solar hot water system for you, or you simply want to buy a unit to fi t yourself, Solardirecta can help and all advice is free. Stock is always available and delivery is quick so call Solardirecta today and start saving money immediately. Call Keith on 659315130 or email [email protected] All Solar Directa systems are of the highest specifi cations and can be fi tted in a day. Give Keith a call on 659 315 130



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Convenience stores now allowed to sell cigarettesShops which open for 18 hours or more per day will now be able to sell cigarettes and loose tobacco. A new law has been passed which means that, in addition to petrol sta-tions, convenience stores will also be allowed to set up cigarette machines on the premises. It means shops such as the chain stores which never shut will be permitted to have vend-ing machines in store, but they will not be allowed to sell cigarettes off the shelf, since only tobacconists are authorised to do so.

The law will rule out 7/11 stores and most internet cafés, since these are only open for between 12 and 16 hours daily. Convenience stores will be obliged to apply to the Com-mission for the Tobacco Market, and register the vending machine number as well as the tobacconist who supplies them.

This measure is designed to maintain strict controls over cigarette sales.

Spanish scientists develop vaccine to prevent Alzheimer’s A group of scientists from the Euroespes bio-medical research centre in Galicia, lead by Dr Ramón Cacabelos, have developed the fi rst preventative vaccine against Alzheimer’s, and have applied for a patent with the US Patent Offi ce.

“It’s another step forward in the fi ght against the illness”, said Dr Cacabelos in today’s press conference.

The vaccine, known as EE-AD-SP1 and tested on genetically modifi ed rats, allows the pro-cess of brain death, which begins as soon as the brain reaches maturity at the age of 30, to be intercepted, thus preventing it from developing again in old age. The vaccine has also shown itself to be effective in reduce pathogenic features of the disease in animals with signs of cerebral degeneration.

The vaccine, which is given in two separate doses, introduces a new immunogen which promotes the generation of antibodies to fi ght the amyloid plaques where beta-amyloid proteins accumulate in the brain of Alzheimer patients. The drug, presented in sphingosine-1-phosphate rich liposomes that contribute to the regeneration of neurones, also impedes intracranial haemorrhages and side effects of other Alzheimer medicines.

This twin purpose - therapeutic and preven-tative - makes this vaccine a new weapon in the fi ght against the disease and could ben-efi t both people at high risk of developing the illness, as well as those who already show symptoms of it.

Once it has been accepted by the US Patent Offi ce, the vaccine will be clinically developed overseas, most probably in the United States. “Europe is slow when it comes to developing new drugs”, said Cacabelos. The Euroespes group, which has spent 20 years developing drugs to treat Alzheimer’s, believes that the vaccine could be ready for dispensing in six to eight years.

Alzheimer’s is currently the third biggest health problem in the world and the fi fth larg-est cause of death amongst the over 65s in the United States. In the European Union, dementia care and treatment costs taxpayers 160 billion euros a year, with an average cost of 22,000 euros per patient.

EC says Spanish economy will grow 0.8% in 2011 The European Commission (EC) maintained that the Spanish economy would grow 0.8% in 2011, the same fi gure it forecast in May of this year and well below the government’s latest forecast of 1.3 %.

The quarterly fi gures, however, show a decel-eration in Spain’s GDP, with the EC expecting just 0.1% growth between July and Septem-ber, a rate they forecast to continue then until the end of the year. During the fi rst quarter of 2011, the Spanish economy grew more than expected, reaching 0.4%, spurred on by an increase in exports, which is why the 0.8% fi gure has been maintained, despite the fact that between April and June it slowed to just 0.2%.

The EC Executive has nevertheless warned that the imbalances in the private sector that built up during the real estate boom and the high level of unemployment are still major burdens for the Spanish economy.

Infl ation will sit around the 2.9% mark across the year, compared with the 3% forecast in May and the fi gure of 1.8% recorded in 2010, as a result of the quarterly drop in prices. Ac-cording to the EC, the evolution of the rate of infl ation is due in the main to the higher oil prices during the fi rst half of the year, which, in turn, were due to the social and political

unrest in northern Af-rica.

The EC forecasts little change in consumer spending will remain cautious because of widespread personal debt and unemploy-ment, whereas public spending will rise, af-ter the increase seen in the fi rst quarter, as a consequence of the “ambitious” pro-gramme of tax consoli-

dation.

During the fi nal months of 2011, the EC ex-pects infl ation to keep falling as the infl ation-ary impact of the increase in VAT and the price of electricity gradually wear off.

Less than one per cent of driving fi nes used to support traffi c accident victims Spain’s ministry of traffi c netted 457.8 million euros in fi nes last year – but only spent 0.09 per cent of it on helping accident victims.

A law passed in 2009 now makes it compul-sory for every cent in fi nes collected by the Dirección General de Tráfi co (DGT) to be spent on accident prevention, road safety and supporting victims of road crashes. Represen-tatives from Spain’s Association of Road Traffi c Accident Victims say they are grate-ful for the benefi ts they receive, but are dis-appointed that this is only 450,000€ a year – despite the DGT’s having amassed more than 26 million over budget in fi nes and a further 523 million euros in taxes.

The Association has only been receiving funds since 2007 – when they got 180,000€, but say the fact they are only given a tiny slice of the DGT’s income from fi nes means they are unable to offer vital fi nancial assistance to most of their members.

For each person killed on the road, numer-ous others are left severely disabled either temporarily or permanently meaning they are unable to work, and their meagre disability pension – assuming they are entitled to one – does not even stretch to cover the cost of living, let alone paying for carers or adapting their homes to be able to live in them. The av-erage monthly disability pension ranges from 450€ to 700€, depending upon region, and those claiming must have worked and ‘paid into the system’ for a certain number of years prior to becoming incapacitated.

The law does not state what percentage of fi nes collected should be paid to accident vic-tims, meaning that last year, out of the 822 million euros spent by the DGT, nearly half went on ‘promoting responsible driving’; an-other 86 million was invested in ‘improving traffi c fl ow’, and 253 million on making it eas-ier and quicker to fi ne people.

Association representatives explain that they are run entirely by volunteers, many of whom give up their jobs to help, and receive noth-ing from the DGT. The DGT is self-fi nancing and budgets for annual fi nes according to its needs. To pay its 10,000 staff members, it needs to collect 453 million euros a year in fi nes from motorists.



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St Nicholas Ecumenical ChurchCalle Sobrija 2248Sector D20 CamposolBy Rev Len Eaton MBE

The seemingly never ending extremely hot summer is at last cooling down a bit. There are many in the congregation who have sung their praises not only to the Lord during this time, but also to the planners of the new Church building who insisted that the Church be fi tted with air conditioning. The Lord works in mysterious ways; His wonders to perform and what a difference it has made to our services of worship. The summer is always a mixture of regular comers being away and new and occasional visitors arriving, but the numbers attending regular Sunday services have remained more or less at the same level. It is always

a great joy to see new faces and equally to see our resident regulars returning with many stories to tell.

We are now well on our way through Trinity, the longest season of the Christian year which continues until 1st November, All Saints Day, then onwards with the Sundays before Advent and fi nally Advent and Christmas. From 1st October it’s only 86 days until Christmas Day!

On Sunday 9th October we will be celebrating Harvest Festival, one of the oldest festivals in the Bible; that of taking the fi rst fruits of their labours to the house of God. As prescribed in Deuteronomy Chapter 26 to the Israelites during their escape from Egypt, they were told by God to do this. The gifts were to be blessed by the Priest and distributed to the needy. Harvest Festival is one of a number of times in the year when the collection taken in Church is sent to a school in Asesewa, Ghana, which we have been supporting for nine years. The money is used to supply basic items; a small cotton uniform, pencils, pens and paper so that children are able to attend school. We ask specifi cally that gifts of food, vegetables and fruit is not brought to Church in the traditional way, but that people give as generously as they possibly can when the collection is taken. What better gift can a child receive than the ability to read, write and understand basic arithmetic? You would be most welcome to come and join us.

Services for October 2011Sunday 2nd Song s of Praise 10.30amSunday 9th Holy Communion, Harvest Festival 10.30am Sunday 16th Morning Prayer 10.30amSunday 23rd Holy Communion 10.30amSunday 30th Song, Worship and Prayer 10.30am

All services are in English and take place at Calle Sobrija 2248, D20 Camposol, where a warm welcome awaits you. We have a very active ministry in the German language led by Rev Bro Konrad, who holds services in San José Church, Puerto de Mazarrón, on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 4pm. Services offered by the Church are Wedding Blessings, Holy Baptism, Confi rmation and Funerals. We have a Pastoral Service throughout the year, people who listen, talk and are there to help anyone who is sick or in need. The Pastoral care is absolutely confi dential.

For any of the Church Services offered, or other information, please call Rev Len Eaton on 968 138 952, or Rev Deacon Maureen Kent on 636 099 679

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BlackieBlackie was initially a little shy with strangers, showed preference for females, but being a little wary of males, which is probably due to his past. He is an affectionate dog who likes to be with you, enjoys being stroked

and will lean against you with his head on your knee. He is very amiable and has never shown any sign of aggression. He is very responsive to what is required of him and has got used to country walks on a lead. When he was fi rst rescued he was very lethargic with no energy,

but since undergoing treatment for his Leishmania he has become the lively young dog he should be who likes to play with other dogs, gets on with cats and enjoys socialising with people.

For more information regarding any MARA animals please ring Marion on 628811187 or Keith on 628811188.

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The annual meeting of WARM was held on 20th August and was kindly hosted by Andrea and Rob. Many thanks to both

of them for an excellent lunch and for the swim in the new pool!

As well as being a social event the aim of the meeting was to arrange the forthcoming year’s programme. This was achieved and we now have a full and varied programme of 24 walks.

The next walk will be on 8th October 2011 with the fi nal one on Thursday 14th June 2012.

If you are interested in walking and would like to join a friendly group and explore the region of Murcia on foot please contact warm2005@gmai l .com for a copy of the programme.

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Viva Las VegasThe Viva Las Vegas Show was a complete sell-out, with not a ticket to be had anywhere. More than 190 people turned up at the Alan-dalus Restaurant, on the outskirts of Calas-parra, last weekend to enjoy the show and help raise money for MABS Murcia NW.

Charles Prince and Christine King travelled from Mazarrón to entertain the audience with a feast of well known songs from Elvis Pres-ley, Dusty Springfi eld and other famous stars who have appeared on the Las Vegas circuit. Adults and children alike were up dancing most of the night and the restaurant provided a range of tapas. The fi rst prize for the raffl e was kindly donated by La Mariposa Hotel, Ge-bas in the Sierra de Espuña – a quad biking session for 2, including lunch at the hotel. The raffl e raised 506€ on the night, bringing the fi nal total of funds for MABS to an incredible 1,156€.

MABS Co-ordinator, Cecilia Coulson, said “As people were leaving at the end of the night they were asking when the next show would be; in fact some people have asked to be on the waiting list for tickets. I have also received many emails saying what a fantastic night it was. As one lady remarked as she left: ‘Let’s have more’, so we will be organising another event very soon.” A new wheelchair has already been purchased with some of the funds raised.

MABS Murcia is a registered charity (No. 7261) offering help and support to lo-cal people of all nationalities who have been diagnosed with or are being treated for cancer. If you or someone you know would like some confi dential help or sup-port call our HELPLINE 620 422 410 or visit their website: www.mabsmurcia.comPhotographer: Arthur Coulson



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Once again the weather has caused havoc with the crops in the area. There were reports of hail stones as big as golf balls, crashing down and shredding the leaves on the trees, knocking almonds, fi gs and olives to the ground. The rest of the time, the weather has been hotter than usual and we have enjoyed using the swimming pool to keep cool. Those who went back to the UK to escape the heat during July and August, came back to nearly as hot weather.

The fi estas in the area continue into Oc-tober, with Bullas celebrating their Wine Festival.

BULLASBullas celebrates its main Feast honouring Our Lady of the Rosary, on October 7th, but according to an old tradition, the ac-tual Feast’s day falls on the fi rst Sunday in October. The popular character who an-nounces the arrival of the Feast is a typi-cal musician called commonly “el Tío de la Pita”.

The Friday’s night celebration is called “Migas Night”, when everybody enjoys the “Migas”, a typical Spanish dish from Bullas, which is basically fl our, oil and wa-ter cooked in a huge pan with various piec-es of meat and/or fi sh added. Saturday’s dawn marks the beginning of the popular “Diana”, a very original parade where no-one of the participating people can escape from going dirty with fl our and eggs which are thrown in gay abandon.

Apart from the two processions with the image of Our Lady of the Rosary, there are parades and the fl oral offerings, where many people accompanied by music bands carrying fl owers for the Holy Virgin’s image that stands at the Church.

Bullas celebrates the Wine Festival every last weekend in September just before the Patronal Feast. Activities include the Wine Route’s guided tours, tastings by the Master of Wine that every year is award-ed to a person devoted to the viticulture and oenology. Some other events are held in the central square of Bullas on Sunday morning, such as the Inauguration of the Wine Fountain, the traditional grape treading and the First Juice’s Blessing that can be sampled by the people. Mu-

sic and traditional dances are also present during these special moments.

Some other initiatives such as the Tapas Fair make this festive climate more excit-ing during these days when Bullas’ star product, the wine, is celebrated.

There’s plenty to see and do in and around Bullas including:Museo del Vino, BullasThis Museum illustrates the historical im-plications, culture and socioeconomic ef-fects of the wine industry. It is located in one of the few traditional wineries that have survived in perfect condition, with its brick vaults and jars partly buried in the ground along its halls. English audio guide available. At Avda. de Murcia, s/n. 30180, Bullas, Murcia. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10:30-14:00 and 17:00-20:00. Contact 968 657 211.

Don Pepe Marsilla House MuseumEvery Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat This wonderful house has been restored and preserved to recreate the lifestyle of Don José Marsilla Melgares de Aguilar (1854–1930). This old noble house is lo-cated in Bullas’ Rosario Street, just behind the parish Church. Don Pepe was a rich and powerful landowner and mayor of Bul-las. There is an audio guide of the building.

El Zacatín Craft FairHeld in the Plaza Vieja and the Cas-tle area in the centre of town on the fi rst Sun-day of each month, this h and i c ra f t fair sells products and crafts from the region. Different ac-tivities are arranged each month including guided visits, demonstrations of traditional trades.

General MarketThis market offers fresh fruit and veg-etables and some household goods every Tuesday morning in Gran Via Manuel Lopez Carreno and surrounding streets. 08:30-14:00pm

Cehegin SceneIn October the artisan market “El Meson-cico” says hello to its monthly events until next June. We celebrate the market the last Sunday of the month in Plaza del Castillo at the heart of the old town from 10.00 to 15.00pm. There you will fi nd more than 50 craftsmen of the area with stalls displaying such products as cured meats, hams, pot-tery, cakes, wines, cheeses, etc. Each of the monthly markets has a different theme showing traditional and local crafts. You will be able to taste and enjoy the foods and products most typical to this area.

October is the start of the Artisan Market “El Mesoncico” with many new activities. On this occasion we can see the proccess of pressing of the grapes as it has been since the XIX century. Further-more, it will be possible to taste wines from the bodegas of Cehegin in the denomination of Bullas together with cheeses of the area.

Free parking is available at the Marble Technology Centre situated in Carretera Murcia, approached from the West. A free bus service is operated to the market place every 20 minutes

Every weekend you can visit the Ecologi-cal Park opened to visitors from 9am until 6.00pm at weekends; everybody is wel-come. For visits during the week however, a reservation is required by telephone to 696 775 783.

If there are any further enquiries please contact the Cehegin Tourist Offi ce at 968 723 550 or visit our tourist website www.turismocehegin.es Santiago Leo Cehegin Tourist Offi ce

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LAST CHANCE TO VOTE!Shown below are the photographs that have been emailed in by our readers to be included in our competi-tion to have their photographs included on our 2012 calendar. If you would like to vote for your favourite photograph then please email us on [email protected] or go to one of our offi ces on Campo-sol or Cehegin listing your favourite pictures.

Paseo at Puerto de Mazarrón La Azohia Boats at La Azohia

Lake at Gebas Street in Cartagena Sunset in Cehegin

Poinsettias Supermoto Soraya

Boats racing on the Mar Menor View from the top of Cabo Tinoso The Submarine at Cartagena



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The Burglars are back:

Once again we seem to be suffering at the hands of these evil lowlifes, the oppor tun is t burglars who continue to make life a

misery for some of us. Lately there has been a marked increase in house burglaries in our area. Burglars have recently been targeting Camposol, Mazarrón Country Club and Isla Plana in particular. They are becoming more and more ruthless in their methods and do not care how much damage they do in order to gain entry to your property. It

would appear that in many cases they are targeting holiday homes and they seem to be interested in fl at screen TVs, DVDs and laptop computers in particular. They also make such a mess as they tend to search every cupboard and drawer just dumping everything out on the fl oor. I am often the fi rst outside person called in after the police and I must say that I will never get used to the wanton vandalism caused by these people. It must be devastating for the homeowners when they return home to view such a scene.

What can you do to combat these burglars? You need to make sure that your property is properly secured every time you leave home and also when you are going to bed at night. Never leave tools or any other implements which might be used by the burglar lying about or within easy reach. Get into a routine of checking and double checking before you go out or go to bed each night. Whatever security measures that you have installed in your home, always ensure that they are operational. It is very important if you have an alarm system fi tted and your insurance company has been informed, then you must always make sure that it is fully operational and armed. If you forget to arm it and are unlucky enough to be burgled then your claim may be invalid.

If you need any advice about upgrading your home security, call Pat Dunne at ADS Locksmiths (00 34) 600 255 250 for a free home security survey. ADS Locksmiths is a fully legally registered business and is part of ADS Property and we have been serving the local community since 2003. We also have an insurance broker service offering policies underwritten at Lloyds of London. The policies are written in English and easy to understand. If you wish to avail of this service please call Maura Dunne at ADS Property (00 34) 646 969 455 for an instant quote.

ADS Locksmiths also work in partnership with many leading businesses involved in matters regarding home security. We can supply security grilles (rejas) manufactured locally by a leading supplier.

Here at ADS we know it is virtually impossible to stop the determined burglar, but you must do as much as you can to make it more diffi cult for them to gain entry to your home. We must fi ght back to protect our hard earned possessions. Take care of yourselves and your property.



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Animal Organisations:Andrea’s Animal RescueFuente Alamo690 906 565Easy Horse CareRojales652 021 980Galgos del [email protected] [email protected]’s Puppy Rescue OrganisationMazarrón618 034 921John Kemp’s PuppiesLa Pinilla, Fuente Alamo646 737 230K9 Pet RescueSan Fulgencio/La Marina611 606 001MARA Dog RescueMula685 311 599Noah’s ARCMazarrón699 352 818(Charity Shop)968 154 507PAPS966 769 137

Charities:Age Concern SpainMazarrón634 316 213Alcoholics AnonymousMazarrón, Cuevas de Reyllo646 290 420

Cabo De Palos968 545 181Costa Cálida Samaritanswww.costablancasamaritans.comGO MaDMazarrón678 598 677Help Murcia Mar MenorSantiago de la Ribera, San Javier968 181 623Lions Club of Mazarrón BahíaMazarrón636 746 959MABS Mar MenorMar Menor693 275 779MABS Mazarrón Mazarrón620 422 410MABS NE Murcia634 362 826MABS NW Murcia693 275 779Mazarrón Bahía LionsMazarrón636 746 959PALS (Protection and Life Saving)Mazarrón968 437 837

Churches:Mass in English Pastrana, Mazarrón628 824 555Olive Branch Christian FellowshipCamposol, Mazarrón618 720 181Pilar Christian Community ChurchPilar de la Horidada

966 769 300 or 650 509 606 Puerto Lumbreras Church619 945 283 St Nicholas ChurchCamposol, Mazarrón968 138 952Wellspring Victory ChurchBolnuevo, Mazarrón620 599 270

Groups:ADAPTSan Pedro966 189 402Cloud Nine DramaMula644 400 123Ex-Servicemen’s AssociationMazarrón968 965 058Friends & BuddiesCamposol, Mazarrón968 163 758Greenfi ngers Sector C Gardening GroupCamposol, Mazarrón626 513 842Help at HomeSan Javier633 673 034Homeowners Sector ACamposol, Mazarrón608 029 112Welcome GroupCamposol, Mazarrón620 105 179If you would like details of your club or organization included on this page, please send an email to [email protected]

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The letter “J” joins the ranks of least f a v o u r i t e S p a n i s h l e t t e r s a m o n g s t E n g l i s h s p e a k e r s , because it is one of the hardest ones

to pronounce. We’ve already talked about the sound itself because it is the same as one of the pronunciations of the letter G, which is the throaty sound like the “ch” in the Scottish word “loch”. We saw that the letter G only makes this sound when followed in a word by an “e” or an “i”, whereas the letter “J” always makes this sound, wherever it appears in a word. You will fi nd the letter “J” at the beginnings of words, such as “jugar” (to play), in the middle as in “rojo” (red) and at the end as in “reloj” (watch or clock). As I mentioned when we were looking at the letter G, if you fi nd it impossible to produce a really harsh “j” sound, then you can lighten it down to a “h” sound; just make it as noisy as possible, as if you were panting having just run round the block. Alternatively, you could run round the block, but that is a bit drastic and not a very practical solution.

There is a wide variety of words beginning with “J” which remind us of similar English words, and here are just a few: jersey (jersey or jumper), jirafa (giraffe), jaguar (jaguar), justo (just), juvenil (youthful, without the negative connotations of juvenile), justicia (justice), justifi car (justify), Japón (Japan), japonés (Japanese – notice that in Spanish nationalities do not start with capital letters.)

In recent years the Spanish have introduced foreign names in their society including many beginning with the letter “J”, such as Jessica and Jennifer. In these cases they usually pronounce them with a “y” sound, which is the nearest a Spanish speaker can usually get to the English “j” sound.

As usual there are words beginning with “J” that look like English but have a different meaning. One of these is the Spanish word “junta”. This means some sort of ruling or governing body, but does not have the negative connotation it has in English, where it is only associated with a military style of absolute rule. We have a “junta directive” for example which means a committee. Of course, you may have your own opinion about committees but they are not supposed to carry machine guns as a rule.

Two common “J” words in Spanish are the months June and July, which are “junio” and “julio”, the latter also being a man’s name, as both the month and the name come from “Julius Caesar”, or “Julio Cesár” as many Spanish men are called to this day. Similarly, another common “J” word means Thursday; that is “jueves”. “Jueves” also has a classical origin as it is the day of the planet Jupiter or the god “Jove”.

Another frequently heard word is the translation of “young” which is “joven”. Young people as a social group are referred to as “los jóvenes”. They are in contrast to another important section of society, those who are “jubilado” or “jubilada” meaning of course “retired”. Most of the retired people I know really like this word and prefer it to the rather prosaic “pensionista”. The next item isn’t exactly a word, but you will fi nd it written in cartoons. It is “ji ji” which is

the Spanish equivalent of “hee hee” or “tee hee”. In other words it is how Spanish cartoon characters snigger to themselves when they’ve just tipped black paint over that angry grown-up that has been chasing them down the street.

“Justo” is an interesting word as it shares a similar dual meaning as its English equivalent “just”. We can talk about a “just” person in English and a “persona justa” in Spanish, is someone who is fair, or who lives a morally correct life. From this we have the word “justice” which is “justicia” in Spanish. The two languages also share the other meaning of “just” as in “exactly” or “just right”. We can say “el precio justo” the right price or “el tamaño justo”, “just the right size”.

Probably the commonest name in Spain begins with the letter “J”, José. A curiosity about the name José is that it is very often abbreviated to Pepe. I was under the impression for a very long time that Pepe came from the religious term “Padre putativo” which was a name given to Joseph the supposed father of Jesus by the Church. However, I have found a more reasonable explanation which is that it is part of the old word for José or Josep, which is still refl ected in the Italian equivalent “Guiseppe”.

This month’s saying contains the word juego meaning game, but in this case with the idea of gambling or “gaming” - “Afortunado en el juego, desafortunado en amores”. Lucky at gambling, unlucky in love. In other words, you cannot have everything going your way in this life. Well, I think most of us have learnt this already!

Jane Cronin, Spanish Classes and Talks.www.janecronin.euTel: 968 183 258

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Photo: Mark StocksCopyright: www.markstocks.com

Domestic tourism, with Madrid at the helm, remains the main source of visitors

Mazarrón is getting very favourable results in the arrival of tourists to the municipality this summer. According to data compiled by the Offi ce of Tourism of Puerto de Mazarrón, during the months of July and August, the township has experienced considerable growth in terms of tourist arrivals, from visitors to their of offi ce totalling 2524 in 2010 and 2929 to 2011. This represents an increase of 16% of tourists compared to last summer.

The domestic market remains the main source of visitors as it represents 45% of the total with foreign tourists accounting for 31% of the total, including the strong presence of English people, French and German. Finally, the remaining 24% visitors are from the region of Murcia.

It must be mentioned that the regional press has done a survey which shows that the number of tourists has increased in Mazarrón, although the time spent in hotels has decreased. The average occupancy rate could be around 90% in August, 15% more

than in July, although the average stay has decreased to 4 days. There are more visitors but less time spent in our town.

This fi gure, which may seem negative, has been described by the Mayor of Mazarrón, Ginés Campillo, “favourable and positive since, although tourists are here less time, this rotation is what causes them to spend more in restaurants and shops in the municipality than those who are here for 15 days or a whole month. These tourists generate increased consumption and therefore improve the service economy.” In fact, retailers and restauranteurs are

calling the summer campaign “better than expected”, especially during the month of August. They highlighted the signifi cant improvement that has occurred in the

cleaning and waste collection conducted by the City, which meant “a better image for tourism, which has recovered despite the current economic crisis “

It has also helped improve the image the activities planned by the Department of Tourism and Celebrations, among which included summer school for children that was developed in Playa del Castellar, hiking trails and cultural activities in August.

Also, Mazarrón has been promoted at the fair “Marquis of Vélez” in Velez Blanco and the “Med Cup” of Cartagena, which has

fostered a positive image even more in the municipality. In both places there was a stand with information on our coastline, the Route of the Watchtowers and diving activities that can be enjoyed along the Bay.

In short, the improvement in both the arrival of new tourists and promotion that´s take place outside the municipality, is given “the commitment of the government team today is one of the key sectors for economic recovery of the

municipality as is tourism,” Ginés Campillo pointed out. The mayor has stated “We will continue in this line so that the tourists keep coming to Mazarrón in the coming months.



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With the very enjoyable and successful Madrid trip completed, PALS now move on to the Lisbon Mini Cruise on the 21st October. One of our happy trippers said how pleasant it was not to be over-organised. This is our policy; we get you there, we get you all the information you may need and are there if there are any problems or you require guidance. Other than that, we believe that people are very happy to be left to their own devices. We always let you get on with it. Anyway back to Lisbon. At the time of writing, we have had a couple of cancellations, so if you are interested in a 4 Night Mini Cruise with coach from Mazarrón, call us quickly for a ticket at 410€ per person all inclusive leaving 21st October

Each year we have two Beach BBQs at la Siesta Beach in Bolnuevo, and these

are held on Mayday and this year on 12th October. It’s food and drink all the way, with boules thrown in (excuse the pun) for 13€. It’s an afternoon of laughter. We have arranged a cabaret evening SHOW OF SHOWS at the Playa Grande Hotel, Puerto de Mazarrón, with a meal and the fantastic Susie G giving her all. If you have not seen her show, then you are missing a real treat. I think she’s on Duracell batteries! Very limited places at 22€ per head. The Christmas Ball on 11th December is again at the Costa Costa Hotel, Mazarrón and by popular demand we have The Beagles looking after the music and dancing. We have not altered the price for 5 years and the menu is still massive and

drinks with the meal included at 27.50€ surely a chance to dress up and trip the light fantastic.

Tickets for all of the above can be obtained on a Wednesday afternoon at Sara Laras or on a Friday or Saturday morning, from 11 at the Trevi or call 626 460465

We are in discussion with the 112 Service in Mazarron for their medical equipment needs and will of course keep you informed as to progress, and this year we have supported FAST on Camposol to the amount of 10,700€ and counting. PALS DO IT 4 U. We are a registered charity and our accounts are open for inspection at anytime and we welcome enquiries and new members at our monthly meetings at the Cultural Centre on Camposol B the fi rst Monday ion each month at 11.15am

CAFÉThe CAFÉ CONCERT 5 is on 1st October, so a full report will be in next month’s issue, but we are hoping to signifi cantly increase the fund towards its 60000€ target for an additional ambulance in Mazarrón for the whole community.

LORCA DISASTER.The money collected at the Concert in May and subsequent contributions, notably from the ex-services organisation, Sector D ,Interactive and Costa Calida International Radio among others has raised the total to an in credible 6384.07€ what a great response - thanks everyone.

We have paid an invoice for 4820.85€ for emergency medical equipment including oxygen bottles defi brillator and other essential items. This equipment will be housed in a central location for immediate use for any further calamities, but it’s worth noting that some 400 people are still living in tented accommodation and that a further 300 aftershocks have been recorded. The money from the government seems to be taking a long time to surface, so all help is really much appreciated. Our dealings with the Ayuntamiento in Lorca have been refreshingly professional and rewarding. We will keep you informed as to further purchases from the fund which now stands at 1563.22€

If you have any questions relating to PALS, CAFÉ or The LORCA EARTHQUAKE fund please direct them to [email protected] or call 626 460465

PALS events and activities can be found at www.pals.sm4.biz



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CLEAN UP DAYOn Tuesday the 13th September, Bob Owen received a request to muster the commu-nity and gardening groups for a meeting at the Town Hall. They duly attended a meet-ing in the council chamber on Thursday the 15th September to learn of an initiative by the council for a “clean up” of certain green areas on Camposol. It was the council’s in-tension to repay the volunteers by providing tables and benches for picnic areas in the cleared areas. On Saturday 17th Septem-ber, over 70 volunteers met on the lower car park at 9am and work commenced.

D Sector and CRA Group were sent to the “pines” on Sector B where they soon fi lled their sacks and needed more. Eventually the dustcart in attendance had to back down the hill into the wooded area as the volume of waste was too great to bag up.

B Sector Group took on the task of clearing the olive trees area adjacent to the car park, again vast quantities were collected.

C Sector Group cleared the roundabout and all areas up to the end of the commer-cial centre. They also ran out of sacks and had to buy more in the Todo.

By 10.30 the job was done and Javier from the hotel arrived with the picnics supplied by them. The picnics were distributed by the Mayor and Councillor David Fernandez.

Bob Owen would like to thank all the vol-unteers who turned up to help and to prove once again that there is a true community spirit on Camposol.

Camposol D Gardening and Community Group held their Annual BBQ in the Golf Club on Fri 2nd Sept. The committee decid-ed to donate the proceeds of the raffl e and

the balance of the evenings’ tickets sales to FAST. This decision was received by raptur-ous applause from the members attending the event.

Kaz Moore the FAST Coordinator and Paul Myatt were invited to the BBQ as guests and during the evening they managed to recruit 6 new volunteers. Kaz was then invited to the Groups’ Monthly Meeting held in Trevis Bar on Tues 6th Sept and received the dona-tion of 1150€ from Linda Crook the Group’s Entertainment Organiser. The Gardening Group has agreed to continue supporting FAST in the future.

Greenfi ngers Gardening GroupWe had several calls from residents asking could we change the night for the Street Party BBQ which clashed with the Age Con-cern Black and White Ball, as some of our members had already bought tickets for the ball, but with the information on the news-letter, it was decided to continue as there is always something on around Camposol with all the different groups. I am delighted to report the Street Party BBQ was very well attended with 80+ guests attending, some in costume as we had a theme of Romans and Slaves. Well done to all for your effort. The BBQ was manned by BBQ Bill and when under pressure helped by his personal assistant Frances. The bbq was kindly loaned by CHM. The disco was fantastic with DJ Daniel Wheatly who played some great music and there was dancing in the street with around 20 people taking to the fl oor. The bar was kept busy all evening, run by John Osborne, with David Johns and Lesley Dutton assisting, with drinks at 1€ each and takings of 430€. The raffl e was or-ganised by Ros and raised 204€.

Adrian cleaned the road and closed each end to make sure we were safe and the setting up and tak-ing down was done by Adrian, John and myself. Thanks to lo-cal resident Thomas for bringing his 17 chairs and I believe 4 tables, also Les-ley for donation of home-made Sangria which went down very well. Thanks to everyone for the sup-port. (The group now

have a second hand fridge freezer to help keep the drinks cold.)

The Gardening Group started work on Wednesday 21st September on the duel carriageway near the old MASA offi ce when breakfast and drinks were provided.

The group is inviting all Camposol to go bowling each Friday from 4pm. For all infor-mation on the group contact Bernard 626 513 842 also check out the website www.greenfi ngersgardenandsocialgroup.com

The new Camposol winter train has arrived. It is specially adapted to have “fi lled in” sides for wet and or windy weather, so please use this long-awaited service or we will lose it!

The new train timetable: Monday to Thursday 10-2 and 5-11Fridays and Saturdays 10-2 and 5-12Sundays 1 until 9Please note that the last pick up is at the last time stated i.e. 11, 12 and 9.

Street cleaning should have started on Cam-posol by the time you read this!

It has now been confi rmed that the Cam-posol Fiesta in 2012 will be held on 16/17th June.

English Butcher CamposolLocally renowned English Butcher, are suppliers of high quality sausages, includ-ing:Traditional Pork, Pork & Leek, Cumberland and Chilli & Pepper. All their fresh meat is sourced locally and Topside, Leg of Pork, Legs of Lamb and all your favourite steaks are cut to your requirements.Now taking orders for fresh oven-ready tur-keys for Christmas.

They also stock a range of seasonal British produce including Bramley Apples, Parsnips, Swedes and Maris Piper Potatoes.



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Camposolers Community Website is a “private” Windows Live Group Website and Membership is by invitation only. Camposolers restricts Membership to all Home Owners in the Camposol Urbanisation. It is a very secure site. Camposolers is the only site devoted to Camposol where Members are identifi ed by their real Full Names. Apart from real names of real people, no other Member details whatsoever are published on Camposolers by the owner.

Camposolers is a genuine community site and has been serving Camposol Home Owners continuously for over 8 years. If you are a home Owner in Camposol and wish to be a part of this community group please email [email protected] for an

application form. Please confi rm that you own property in Camposol.

New to Camposolers is the sister Website Camposolers 2003 / Political & Council Administration, which includes news from the CRA and the A SECTOR Committee. You can now contact the new Camposol Council Offi ce located in Camposol through its Message Board in English. Members include local politicians. Membership to this new site is automatic to Camposolers members.The SkyDrives on both sites are linked.

If you wish to be fully informed join Camposolers now.

The following Message was posted on Camposolers by a Member…

“Thanks to all who have responded to the many questions that we asked since joining this amazing forum. Some of the subjects that I have asked about are as diverse as insuring a car, electricity supplies, changing to gas, gazebos, internet connections, winter heating, prescription medicines, etc., and all have been responded to by the members of this forum. It seems that no matter what we throw at you somebody has been there before and is willing to share the experience”

Reg RogersOwner of Camposolers and Camposolers 2003

In spite of dwindling numbers of volunteers the group has achieved another year of making Sector D a nicer place to live and one of the best areas of Camposol. All our perimeter road edges have now been gravelled and a large number of local residents are tending small gardens opposite their homes.

Our potholing team worked well into the summer repairing the worst of road damage and have a large list of work in the pipeline when they return to work at the end of October. All our bins are now off road where possible and our compost site continues to provide members with a valuable amenity and relieves pressure on the bins. We start burning again in mid October when we renew our licence with the council and forestry dept. We apologise in advance if smoke drifts over your area, but we have over 100 tonnes of waste to burn that has accumulated over the summer months. We do however watch the forecast and pick days when the wind is forecast to blow away from us.

Gardens have been created in various areas on waste land and this work continues on a weekly basis. The storm drains running under D Sector have been cleared again this year in anticipation of a goto fria that is forecast for the autumn. 50 tonnes of soil were moved at a cost of over 500€.Another project was to bury the unsightly concrete staircase dumped by Masa just off the duel carriageway. The concrete blocks have also been removed. It is planned to landscape this area this winter. More bucket collectors have been recruited so you will see some new faces on a Friday.

We bought a new trailer recently which is fully legal and are now able to offer our members a free service to the Eco Park for large items. Our trailer collection service for large quantities of garden waste is also in daily demand and it’s free to members. Details on how to contact us for these services can be found on our website and notices on the bins.

We have erected a location map on entry to Sector D for visitors and delivery drivers. Our notice board contains details of our expenditure which is updated monthly. We meet monthly on the fi rst Tuesday of the month in Trevis at 4pm. All members are welcome to attend these meetings.

We are looking to recruit a few more Poligono Reps for poligonos 11, 14, 24, 28, 29. Do you live on any of these? Would you like to get involved with your local community group? If so ring Les Crook, Secretary on 968 979 831

Our Annual Meeting this year is on Tuesday 6th December at 4 pm in Trevis. Why not come along and join us?

Mick Drummond, Chairman 968 131 971 Les Crook, Secretary 968 979 831 Bob Owen, Treasurer 968 970 577

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September A Big Month For F.A.S.T. Camposol!This month saw many changes to improve the equipment are service available to FAST (First Aid Support Team Camposol) with 16 volunteer responders receiving training to Murcian Standards in Defi brillation and Oxygen Administration; all due to the fi nancial support from PALS who funded not only the equipment, but also the 3rd party training, all so that we at FAST can deliver the best care for Camposol Residents, working hand in hand and meeting the shared goals of PALS “Protection And Life Saving”. We and the residents are indebted to them.

The availability of such equipment is a wonderful step forward as we now have the power to de-fi brillate, or in lay-terms, pass an

electrical charge through a heart that is in VT as they say in Casualty, where the heart quivers like a jelly and is unable to pump oxygenated blood around the body. The charge stops the quivering and allows the brain to restore the normal rhythm if it is capable of being re -started. This, combined

with oxygen therapy, gives a patient a much better chance of a successful recovery. Further to this, oxygen therapy can aid breathing diffi culties such as asthma, strokes, drowning etc.

FAST have also purchased 6 Ambu-Bags using donated funds. These also assist patients with respiratory failure and work in conjunction with the

oxygen therapy of stand alone in place of basic mouth to mouth rescue breaths.

All this will be effective from the beginning of October. Speed is so important, especially when dealing with Heart Attacks (Cardiac and or Respiratory Arrest) Strokes, Drowning, Electrocution or similar. Remember that for every minute passing, the chances of a successful recovery can diminish by 10% every minute, so if anyone thinks that such an event is happening, RING 112 AND THEN RING FAST ...FAST to give the best possible chance of recovery!

The whole system of calling FAST on one single landline number would not be possible

without the support from Compusurf who provide the landline and full computerised changeover system that links the line to either the 24 hour or 12 hour emergency phone. This has been provided completely free of charge by Compusurf to enable Camposol Residents to have the most advanced service available using its new system on phones carried by volunteers 24/7 365 days per year.

FAST never fail to be amazed at the support given by so many people to help us deliver the best we can to Camposol; PALS, Compusurf and the big providers, but there are so many more, from one selfl ess couple who asked people attending their 20th Wedding Anniversary not to give a present, but donate to FAST, so 220€ was spent on Ambu-bags and bandages. The family of Mr Micky Rooney who recently passed away asked for no fl owers but donations to FAST; another 137€ came our way. The D Sector group donated 1150€; a truly magnifi cent fi gure to enable further investment and maintenance of equipment. There are many more too, including book sales and collecting tins from the customers of The Tea Pot in Puerto de Mazarrón that have earned over 500€. Finally we thank Kelly Ensor who has come to our rescue after a long period without further Red Cross training, as after the election we had no-one to represent us until Kelly made it all happen again. To all we offer our sincere gratitude.

FAST have planned a Christmas Fayre at Mariano’s Restaurant, Camposol A on 29th of October from 11am to 4pm. Come and buy Christmas gifts, cards and calendars all under one roof and it will be early enough to catch posting dates to home countries. There will be Christmas music, food and carols to get us in the mood for Christmas and with a special guest appearance or our very own Nurse Gladys Emmanuelle ......a better friend than enema!!

Seriously though, Camposol is now a major leader in the services available within an Urbanizacion that we can be proud of and FAST intend to remain a major part of that to ensure “Camposol is Always A Safer Place For All”. Thanks to our wonderful committed volunteers, including our many new recruits and the support from the community.

Glen Ford FAST Communications Offi cer

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All the committee would like to thank Linda Biggs for her continuing hard work for Camposol A, but owing to some disagreements with rest of the committee, she has stepped down as Chair and secretary. Linda will still be part of our committee and continue to assist our efforts to make Camposol a better place.

We are still awaiting the opportunity to review the new town hall plans for us all on Camposol when they are available. We are hopeful that they have looked through both the OMBUDSMAN and the GARRIGUES reports. The plans were stated to be published in September and as the holidays are now over we keenly await the announcement.

We would like to say the market and the train are a great success, the bars are booming and there is a buzz about the place, but we do have concerns for the owners of the villas

where the market has been placed. We have received some complaints, so to be fair we are having Sector A complaint forms printed so the new town hall can see for themselves just who and how many have complained - copies will be sent to the town hall and councillor of Camposol [Pepe Gomez]. All complaints will show the NIE number together with the Name and Address of the Complainant. We believe there are non-residential roads i.e. Avenida Saladillo on which it would be a better place for the market, also in front of the A Commercial Centre [in front of our bars]. This will leave the top car park free to park

As of the 12th September, when this report was prepared for publication:-75% of street lights were not working on “A” - Linda Biggs has a map showing the areas of darkness and will be passing this on to the councillor of Camposol (Pepe Gomez). The

lights were switched off before Christmas when they were working. Strangely we now hear that it’s a wiring problem. The cynical view is that someone is making money out of their re-activation and it has been said the cost so far is €60 thousand. Is that sum a joke?

A.G.M. for sector “A” 2012 is in planning for the fi rst quarter of next year and the committee will advise more at later date

Committee members are Marcel van Schalk ChairJohn Grant Vice ChairBeryl Holland TreasurerAlan Aldrich SecretaryCliff AshleyLinda BiggsLourdes Escudero

After a considerable time where the former administration had fi rst displayed little or no real interest in curing or even recognising Camposol’s problems, we fi nally saw a belated attempt to fi nd some solutions. What would probably have proved to be an unsuccessful and prolonged effort to recover Masa’s questionable assets hardly got off the ground and we now fi nd that with the defeat of the then Mayor Blaya Blaya at the recent municipal elections, there is now the likelihood of a new approach from latest incumbents.

We have in the past experienced more than enough smoke and mirrors, false dawns and unrealistic promises. What is urgently needed now is a practical and sustainable strategy that will bring about the completion of Camposol to an acceptable standard. While

we seem to now be witnessing a wealth of good intentions and welcome gestures from the new administration, there is over fi fteen million reasons (the Council estimate of how many euros is required to complete the estate), why this will not be enough on its own.

Of course Camposol is not the only Mazarrón community that is suffering from neglect; in which case it is not likely that we will be on our own in vying for a share of the Town Hall’s meagre resources. Nevertheless it is unlikely that any other areas of the municipality are experiencing anything near the magnitude of problems we are faced with. Also much blame for the urbanization’s ills can justifi ably be attributed to the, albeit previous, administrations failures in exercising a legal and moral duty of care. Despite the

development generating a substantial income for the Council during the construction process, we were severely let down by the Town Hall and a much needed process of supervision and control over what proved to be an unprincipled promoter did not happen. It should also be remembered that other communities’ problems have probably for the most part come about as a result of the normal and expected rigours associated with the passing of time, whereas Camposol has never had the benefi t of a basic infrastructure that is anything other than which can be considered as incomplete or substandard. Would it then be unreasonable to hope that under the circumstances we could where possible be afforded a little preferential treatment?Website: www.cracamposol.com Email: [email protected]

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This summer seems to have been longer than ever, and most of our volunteers have hopefully enjoyed a well deserved summer break - a special thanks therefore for Zone 2, who have continued to work throughout the holiday season. Zone 2 look after the busiest sector of Camposol A; from the entrance up to the commercial sector. The Commercial Sector has always been a priority, but now we have a ‘tren’. We welcome the train and hope that it continues, but the route of the train is only in the region of Zone 2 on Camposol A side of the motorway, so those same volunteers have continued to follow its path, collecting empty cans and crisp packets thrown aside by the happy holidaymakers enjoying the journey. A very special thanks to all!

Thanks also to Pauline, who runs our weekly Friday Book Club, which I know is appreciated as an English Library by many on Camposol, but which is also the main source of income for our volunteer group. We now have permission from the new council to continue, although at the time of writing, we still await the offi cial paperwork authorisation. Thanks to Tatiana, in the new offi ce of Pepe Gomez, open every morning in the new social centre on sector B, who was so helpful in obtaining a renewal of our license. For those of you who don’t yet know, Tatiana speaks

excellent English, and is a link between Camposol and the new council. I am awaiting a meeting, hopefully very soon, to discuss how we can continue to work together to make Camposol a better place.

Although not much physical work has been carried out, we have still made hay whilst the sun shines. I was happy to report that we are in a healthy position with approx 4,000€ in our bank account - so, why do we need any more? So far we have agreed expenditure of almost 1,000€ on extending the gravel garden opposite the Health Centre, work which will start as soon as the weather cools down. We have also agreed to spend another 1,000€ on work in the Memorial Garden and surrounding parkland. We have agreed to spend 500€ on the BBQ area at the rear of Camposol A. We have spent more than 700€ on new equipment to help maintain the garden areas, plus the regular miscellaneous expenses - this month alone we have spent 15€ on bin bags! Soon it will be caterpillar season, and we won’t have any money left to deal with them! I am hoping for help from the council, but we are also planning more fund-raising events, just in case! Please support as much as you can.

On Wednesday October 26th starting at 3.30pm we will enjoy another Fashion Show

at Sensol Golf, sponsored by Glitzy Bitz. This event was so popular last year that we had to turn people away, so this year admission will be by ticket only. Tickets will be available soon from Glitzy Bitz and the Friday Book Club, so buy yours soon, as they are bound to sell out fast.

On November 5th, Bonfi re Night, we are hoping to host an afternoon in the park; a recruitment drive in which we invite everyone to come along and help us to weed the Memorial Garden to prepare it for the traditional Service of Remembrance to be held there on November 11th. We hope that as many people as possible will gather in the park at 3.30 on Bonfi re night to put in an hours work to help our cause, then stay a little longer to enjoy drinks and traditional Bonfi re Night snacks, and discover how good it makes you feel !

Hope to see you there!



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NEWS FLASHPride of Spain Awards 2011At the time of this article going to press, the winner of the Pride of Spain Awards had not been announced yet. Nail biting and tension mounting it has been in the last few weeks as the votes are cast. Tina Solera, a fi nalist in the Charity section, is unfazed by it all, relentlessly continuing her rescue missions to save abandoned Spanish greyhounds (Galgos) and Podencos in Murcia. Here’s wishing you, “Good Luck” from all your friends and supporters around the World.Beach Trips for dogs- volunteers urgently neededVery often rescued dogs waiting to be re-homed get bored with their temporary environment and Tina Solera has devised a unique way to cheer them up- a day at the beach! Tina urgently needs volunteers to make her dream work. These “days-out” will be organised group activities under the watchful eye of Galgos Del Sol. Interested? Contact Tina Solera at [email protected].

Guapita – A heroine’s storyFor those of us following Guapita’s recovery and rehabilitation from a compound leg fracture, it is a day we thought would never come, but

as they, “A picture tells a thousand words”. Here is proof that she is fi nally on the road to recovery.Here she is enjoying a day at the beach without a care in the world. Yet it was only a few months ago, that Guapita began her incredible journey. She endured several painful operations and months or rehabilitation, paid for by Galgos Del Sol. Finally, the day dawned when she had the pins in her hind legs removed and given a clean bill of health from the vets. She is currently waiting re-homing.

Sponsor a dog for only €15!Here is your chance to do something incredible and raise money for Galgos Del Sol. Sponsor a dog for only a one-off payment of €15 and you will receive some very special personalised gifts from your sponsored dog. Great value for money, I say!Bon Voyage!We shed a few tears when it came to say “Bon Voyage” but pride shone through when we saw how happy you all were in your new homes abroad. (photo)Josh, Grace and Tina off to Belgium.Dogs for adoption

JoseA rather handsome boy is waiting for his new home. Will you be the one to offer it to him?Jose is 2 years-old, fully vaccinated,

castrated and negative for any known disease.Friendly and playful.

OllieA 2 year old Podenco boy who is fully vaccinated, castrated and is passport ready for the UK.

CliveClive is an old boy, waiting for a loving home to see him through his years. He is 9 years old, fully vaccinated and is passport ready.

To fi nd out more, please contact Tina Solera on: [email protected] or visit: www.galgosdelsol.es

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COMING SOON AT META

What we’ve all been waiting for! The Equine Social Club of the year!

META COLTS AND FILLIES SOCIAL CLUB.How do you fancy squeezing into your old jods and getting all hot and sweaty? Why not join us, the META

team, horses, instructors and helpers?

Julie Jones (BHS Stages 1 and 2, Stable Management Certifi cate, List 6 Dressage Judge) and Kim Young (BHS Stage 1, Spanish Galope 1, Parelli Expert, First Aid and Orienteering) have come up with a brilliant idea for horse lovers, mature but young in spirit, a Social Club that will involve you in a world of activities that suit you down to the ground.META invites you to an open day with Julie and Kim to discuss your ideas and share in the creation of a unique social club:

What can we do? Excursions - (eg. Lorca Fiestas) Shows - (Show Jumping/Dressage etc)

Social Events - (BBQ’s/Tapas at other clubs) Horsemanship - Hacking in the Mountains/at the Beach

Join us for a Brainstorming Session on WEDNESDAY 9TH NOVEMBER, 10.00am at META Riding Centre on the Mu 603 road to El Palmar (just past Los Ventorrillos about 5 km down from the big roundabout).

For more detailed information look at our Blog - www.horseridingbymeta.blogspot.comPhone 636 172198 or email us [email protected]

The Studio @ The Academy has now moved to Camposol B Commercial Centre, next to Camposol Computers. It is now called The Beauty Palace (see advert on page 85). The new stylish salon offers a full range of Hair, Beauty and Inch-loss treatments by fully qualifi ed therapists and stylists. The Hair and Beauty Academy is now open solely for NVQ training and short coursesoffering NVQ level 2 and 3 Hairdressing and Beauty therapy courses. Short courses includeBackscratchers Nail Extensions, Manicure, Pedicure, Waxing, Eyelash and Brow treatments, Hopi Ear Candles, Body Wraps, Advanced Cutting, Refresher Courses, and Colour Correction. We are now also the regional training centre for the latest MYSCARA – Semi-permanent mascara.

NVQ Hairdressing Level 2 (day release) course starting this month.

Call 968971828 for other course dates.

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, call or email us if you need help.

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 till 2.00. (Take the 3rd on the left after Barclays Bank on your way into Puerto de Mazarrón), or call Mamas on 666 186 037

Our collection van is on Camposol B sector lower car park every Tuesday 10.00- 1.00.

Thanks to your donations in the past year we were able to assist every applicant with fi nancial help towards the medical costs for their animals

Turn Your Unwanted Furniture Into CashIf you have large items of furniture that are no longer needed why not try selling them on our 50/50 scheme.We will collect the items from your house (free of charge) and display them in the shop until sold. You will then receive 50% of the selling price with the remainder going to the charity.

Volunteers NeededCould you help us, can you spare one morning a week to help in our shop in Puerto de Mazarrón? We would be grateful for any help and it would enable us to raise more money for your pets.

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“Siyasa” sounds like “Cieza” and there is a good reason for this – it is only a handful of kilometres from the centre of the modern town of Cieza in Northwest Murcia. The area of Siyasa is located on the medieval fortifi ed Castle Hill (Monte del Castillo), with the río Segura at its foot. But what is Siyasa? It is, in fact, a quite remarkable Arab town which only began to be investigated by archaeologists in the 1980s. Indeed, some regard it as one of the best examples of remains of an urban settlement of its time. It has provided important information about life in al-Andalus in the 12th and 13th Centuries.

The fi rst reference to Siyasa appears to be in the 10th Century, but by the 11th Century, it was already suffi ciently well established, though still a relatively minor settlement, for the Arab geographer Al-Udri to describe it as an important staging point on journeys such as that from Cartagena to Toledo. In the 12th and 13th Century it became a major urban centre in what is now the region of Murcia, with approximately 800 houses occupying terraces on the hillside down to the river below (there is a difference of over 100 metres in level between the houses at the top of the slope and those at the bottom). The town was fortifi ed with the castle on top of the hill controlling the surrounding area as well as acting as a refuge for the town’s population in times of danger. Although in an important strategic position in the Segura valley, Siyasa’s livelihood was based on agriculture using the springs and the river for irrigation.

Today, Siyasa is an extremely important archaeological site (about which, more in a minute) but how did such an important settlement of perhaps around 4000 people in the 12th Century come to be abandoned, especially when, in 1243, it recognised the sovereignty of the Castilians when Murcia was taken by the Christians and it was allowed to retain its government and way of life with relatively little change? The reason can be traced to the major uprising in 1266 of the Arab population of Murcia which was only put down with some diffi culty. King Alfonso X of Castile decided that the area should be repopulated by Christian settlers to whom various privileges were given. The Christian resettlers began to arrive in the area around 1270 and preferred to live on the fertile plain by the river, although there is some archaeological evidence (graffi ti, some coins etc) that some may initially and temporarily have taken over property in Siyasa itself. Nevertheless, in June 1272,

when the King spent two days in Cieza, repopulation was clearly well underway and Siyasa had effectively been abandoned by its mudejar population following the rebellion and its repression. Clearly, the town had not appeared attractive to the new settlers. This is particularly fortunate today as Siyasa remained as it had been at the time of its abandonment and without subsequent modifi cation. The Arab population also left behind many ornaments and utensils which have added to the importance of this site as a mirror of 13th Century Arab Murcia.

Even the castle, though it continued in military use for a further 200 years, ended up being destroyed in 1457 as the result of a dispute within the powerful Fajardo family over the governorship of Murcia. Nevertheless, the new settlement of Cieza did not have things all its own way until the fi nal ending of the Moors’ occupation of Spain with the fall of Granada in 1492. Thus, on Easter Sunday 1477, King Chico of Granada penetrated Murcia and attacked Cieza with a force of about 50,000, slaughtering some and taking the rest of the population hostage and removing them to Granada. It was not until after the fall of Granada, that Cieza began to emerge again, especially when it was given the status of a free city in 1494.

But what of Siyasa today after 750 years of abandonment and oblivion? The settlement was once walled, with towers, as well as having the castle overlooking it, and one or two traces of the walls remain. They appear in general to have been of relatively poor quality, though some stronger points have been found, no doubt in the more vulnerable areas. There were two principal entrances through the walls – one in the north below the castle and the other in the south east, near the cemetery. One of Siyasa’s unusual features is that the cemetery is actually within its walled area. However, it seems that this may have resulted from the growth of the town causing the once external cemetery area to have to be incorporated within its expanding limits. Paradoxically, it is this area which suffered the most in the centuries after Siyasa’s depopulation from treasure hunters looking for rich grave goods. Unfortunately, no one told them that it was not the tradition of the time to inter objects with the dead!

Since the 1980s, a small area of 19 house remains dated to the 11th to 13th Centuries has been carefully excavated and you can clearly see the house and street plans. Most streets were narrow and winding and, unlike

some other Arab settlements where the authorities controlled development, in Siyasa the streets simply “evolved” as building occurred. All except the wider principal roads (there was one between the periphery and the centre of the town) functioned solely for the passage of individuals and perhaps a single beast of burden. The houses were of the traditional Moorish type, called “house with a central patio”. The larger houses on the higher terraces had an elbow shaped entrance to enhance privacy and the central patio was open to the air and light, and might have a small planted area in its middle. There would be a summer and winter salon with sleeping area and kitchen, and, on a second level, a room for the women to be out of sight when strangers called! A small stabling area was also quite normal somewhere in the entrance area – the position of Siyasa would make the use of beasts of burden necessary both for personal transport and the supply of goods. There were no windows on to the street, which was probably wise as the minor thoroughfares were very narrow and had effl uent discharged into them. All the houses had a toilet in a corner of the patio. While external decoration was sparse, internally the houses were richly adorned. Indeed, the richness and variety of decorative arches, corbels, fretwork etc in plaster found in Siyasa has been quite remarkable. However, as Siyasa grew in the 12th and early 13th Centuries, the newly built houses became smaller out of necessity.

The overwhelming majority of this impressive site, however, remains unexcavated – for two reasons. First, there is the obvious question of money and resources. Second, the nature of the construction of the houses (“tapial”) used much loose material and exposure to the elements, especially rain, causes severe erosion without the necessary (and costly) protection. The excavations are now protected and visits are sometimes organized by the Cieza town hall (the tourist offi ce will be able to advise on this). However, if this is not possible, there is another way of seeing something of the splendour that must have been Siyasa – The Museo Siyasa in the centre of Cieza, housed in the old Cieza Casino building, is well worth a visit in its own right. The museum concentrates on remains from Siyasa, although it contains other elements from Cieza’s history. In particular, it has two full scale reproductions of houses from Siyasa, including original arches recovered from them. The internal decoration is fascinating – one of the houses relating to the style of the late 12th and early 13th Century and the other to the mid 13th Century. Many utensils, including pots and glass items are also on display and we were particularly impressed by one, almost complete vase.

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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Children’s FoodWith four grandchildren all under fi ve, I have recently been reminded how diffi cult it can be to get children to eat fruit and vegetables. The hot weather here in Spain doesn’t help and at a BBQ recently, I noticed that the children were tucking into a homemade burger. Mum had cleverly hidden some fi nely chopped onion and mushrooms and used egg to bind the mince, so in actual fact the children were eating very healthily. I decide to visit some of my old recipes and see how they could be adapted to encourage children to eat them. One of my grandsons loves sausage and cheese so I tried the sausage and potato layer and it was a great success. Equally, my granddaughter loves rice, but is not very keen on egg, so we tried the egg fried rice recipe and she wolfed it down. Of coursed all children love chocolate, but can be a great way to get fresh fruit down them when it’s dipped in the chocolate.Buen Apetito

Sausage Potato Layer40g butter1 clove garlic700g potatoes2 large red potatoesSalt and black pepper100g chorizo sausage1 onion75g cheddar cheese140ml single creamButter suitable dish and peel and thinly slice

the potatoes, sausage and onion. Take pips out of peppers and slice. Layer half the potatoes in dish and season. Sprinkle peppers, onions and sausage and then top with the remaining potatoes slices. Pour over the cream and sprinkle with cheese. Bake in oven 180º for 1 hour or until potatoes are tender.

PizzaI pizza baseI onionI clove of garlic6 tbsp tomato puree1 tin plum tomatoes300g mozzarellaOregano and thymePeel and slice onions and garlic and fry in olive oil until soft. Add tomato puree and canned tomatoes, then oregano and thyme. Simmer for 20 minutes until mixture thickens. Spread mixture over pizza base and sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 25 minutes or until crispy.

Egg Fried Rice225g long grained rice1 clove garlic2 eggs2 tbsp sunfl ower oil2 tbsp light soy sauceCook the rice in a large saucepan of boiling salted water for 10 minutes. Drain, rinse with boiling water, then drain again and set aside. Beat the eggs and set aside. Heat oil in a non-stick wok or large frying pan. Crush garlic and stir-fry for 1 minute, add rice and cook for a

further minute. Pour in eggs and stir fry for about 2 minutes or until eggs are almost set. Add Soy sauce to taste and salt and pepper. Serve while hot.

Tomato OmeletteWhisk eggs until broken down but not too fl uffy. Season with salt and pepper. Place pan on a gentle heat and add butter and when melted add eggs. Stir gently with a fork or wooden spatula. Skin and chop tomatoes and fry in a little oil with onion (optional) and rosemary and garlic until soft. Add into centre of omelette and fold over. Serve immediately.

Chocolate Fruit Fresh fruit like bananas, oranges, grapes, strawberries etc.150g ChocolateA packet of cocktail sticksMelt the chocolate in a glass bowl over a saucepan of boiling water, stirring. When the chocolate is runny, without lumps, take a piece of fruit and put a cocktail stick into the top. Dip it into the chocolate and coat all over. Place on a kitchen towel and allow to set. Decorating with hundreds and thousand - can be done with the chocolate is still wet. Any fruit can work so why not try some more unusual ones?

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I n t e r v i e w with Dick Handscombe re new bookQ.Hullo Dick it’s nice to chat for a change rather than just receiving

and posting your monthly articles, which by the way are always well received by our readers. I gather that you have now written something special for our readers in the form of another book.A.Likewise I appreciate the chance to chat. Thanks for the opportunity, especially as my new book will be out by the middle of the month. The title is ‘Living Well from Our

Mediterranean Garden’.

Q. That sounds interesting, but I note that this is written by yourself and not jointly with Clodagh this time.A. There is a simple reason for that. One theme of the book is how important the development of our holistic and ecological garden and the self suffi ciency achieved from it has been to me in recovering emotionally and physically from two cancer operations back in 1993 by natural means. Also the story starts nearly ten years before I fi rst met Clodagh and I had written seven non-gardening books before meeting Clodagh. Since then it had been fun to write seven gardening books together.

Q. So what is ‘Living Well from our Garden in Spain’ and how did it begin?A.We had thoughts about a book along these lines for some time and especially after we gave a well received talk on the topic to a U3A conference on retirement health and another talk on Spiritual Gardens to a social society. Further, for a number of years we have had a blog titled ‘Health from your Garden’ on the important ‘What Doctors Don’t Tell You’ site www.wddty.com.In a nut shell the book explores how one’s garden can be of immense help to one’s overall wellness which is defi ned in the book as comprising one’s spiritual, mental, physical, gastronomic and economic wellness. It gives guidance on the overall development of a beautiful benefi cial garden, how the traditional Mediterranean diet is a good start point for wellness, what can be grown in a garden that is benefi cial nutritionally and for other reasons, and the possibilities of moving from a focus on gluttonous fast food eating to real gastronomy from one’s own garden.

Q.That sounds interestingly and timely. Is it another big book and who is publishing it?A.In fact it is perhaps best called a booklet. It is only 40 pages, but with the font size a very dense, fact fi lled book.. It is a very natural follow on to ‘Your Garden in Spain’, ‘Apartment Gardening Mediterranean Style’, ‘Growing Healthy Fruit in Spain’ and ‘Growing Healthy Vegetables in Spain’. These four books were published by Santana Books.The new book is self published with the help of the marketing/design executive of a printing company who is also interested in achieving overall wellness for his family. The reasons are threefold:I needed the book printed fast to support several talks in the autumn.I wanted to keep the costs and price down – it will be only 3.90€I also wanted to keep the postage rates down for those who buy direct.

I did look at the possibility of an EBook, but there are a number of tables of information in the new book that are impossible to present intelligently in an eBook format.Q. How can it be purchased?A. Short term, the easiest way is to send your name an d address and a payment of 5€ to Clodagh Brown, PO 572, Correos, 03730 Javea , Alicante. By the end of September we hope that you can purchase by Paypal via www.gardeninginspain.com. Also we hope to give more talks on the topic up and down Spain to gardening and social clubs and cancer support charities where copies will be available. Lastly we expect that several bookshops including Bookworld will stock it.Naturally we will rush you a copy as soon as we have some from the printers. Hopefully you will be able to do a book review next month.

Q. No problem with that. Well Dick, thanks for u p d a t i n g us on your w r i t i n g a c t i v i t i e s . Will this be the last book?A. Probably not, as writing is I understand, (75 next

birthday!), a good way of keeping Alzheimer’s away.

(c) Dick Handscombe.www.gardeninginspain.com September 2011.



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Every Mon Wellbeing Clinic with Calida Caring Agency

Jane’s Salon, Bolnuevo 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, 11.00-12.00pm Andrea’s Animal Rescue, Collection for

Shop Car Park, Camposol B, 11.30-1.30pm GO mad Available for Donations Cultural Centre, Camposol B Costa Calida Radio (Pto), 3.00-5.00pm 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 Fitness to Music with Annette Hotel Sensol, Camposol C, 11.00am Bingo Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 2.00pm Fish and Chips The Arches, Los Alcázares, from 6.00pm Fun Quiz Night with Eddie B Market Tavern, Pto de Mazarrón, 7.30pm Karaoke @ The Arches, Los Alcázares

Every Wed Bridge, New Players Welcome Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 9.45am

Age Concern booking events etc Cultural Centre, Camposol B, 10.00-12.00pm Zumba with Mark Alley Palais, Camposol B, 11.00-12.00pm Zumba with Louise Hotel Sensol, Camposol C, 11.30-12.25pm Creative Writing Group with Annette Camposol, 2.00-3.30pm Fish and Chip Night, 6.50€ Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 6.00-9.00pm Quiz Night with Costa Cálida Radio DJ Mark the Spark Hacienda del Álamo Clubhouse, 8pm Steak Night (3 courses) Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 15€ Quiz with Nigel Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 8.30pm Mens’ Darts In the Evening Cat’s Bar, Camposol A Disco @ Alley Palais, Camposol B, 9.00pm-3.00am

Every Thu Camposol 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 Zumba with Louise Hotel Sensol, Camposol C, 11.30-12.25pm “Latin Beats” with Annette Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 11.30-12.30pm Andrea’s Animal Rescue Collection Point Mazarrón Country Club Bar, 11.30-1.00pm Zumba with Louise Cultural Centre, Camposol B, 6.00-6.55pm Beginners Salsa with Louise Cultural Centre, Camposol B, 7.30-8.30pm Karaoke with Bernie Mac @ Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 9.00pm Ladies’ Darts in the evening Cat’s Bar, Camposol A Evening Special Menu 8pm - 20€ Buen Descanso, Tallante Fresh Fish Night, 3 courses Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 10€ Curry Night Market Tavern, Pto de Mazarrón, 10€ Barbeque Night Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse Lenny Mitchell @ The Priory, El Galan

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Every Fri Bridge, New Players Welcome Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 9.45am 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 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 GoMad Available for Donations Cultural Centre, Camposol B Costa Calida Radio (Pto), 12.30-2.00pm Mark Phoenix Hypnotheraphy @ Dental Care, Camposol B Fish and Chips from 6.00pm The Arches, Los Alcazares, Fish & Chips 5€ The New Royal, Pto de Mazarrón Silly Steak Nights €14.95 La Vista, Los Alcazares Fish & Chips & Live Music @ Hacienda del Álamo Clubhouse, 12€ Evening Special Menu 8pm - 20€ Buen Descanso, Tallante Fresh Fish Night €10 Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 10€ Bingo Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 7.30pm Disco @ Alley Palais, Camposol B, 9.00pm-3.00am Every Sat Book Sale with MABS Murcia Mar Menor Outside The Arches Bar, 10.00-1.00pm (weather permitting) Karaoke/Disco with Bernie Mac @ Trevi Bar, Camposol B. 9.00pm–late Lenny Mitchell @ Manga Norte Restaurante, La Manga Saturday Special €20 Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 10€ Evening Special Menu 8pm - 20€ Buen Descanso, Tallante

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 Sunday Lunch Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, from 4.50€ Sunday lunch & Music @ Hacienda del Álamo Clubhouse 3 course Sunday Roast (lunch & evening) Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón, 10€ 4 course Sunday Roast Hotel Mariposa, Gebas, 15€ 3 course Sunday Carvery The Yachtsman, Pto de San Pedro Classic Sunday Dinner Market Tavern, Pto de Mazarrón 3 course Sunday roast La Vista, Los Alcázares, 14.95€ Karaoke/Disco with Bernie Mac @ Trevi Bar, Camposol B, From 7.00pm Fun Bingo Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 8.30pm Quiz and Games Night The Arches, Los Alcazares

OCTOBERSaturday 1 “Welcome” Meeting Mariano´s, Camposol A, 2.00pm CAFE Concert 5 €5 Hotel Bahia, Pto Mazarrón, from 4pm – 12.00am Entertainment (artist tbc) @

Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón Speed Dating The Arches, Los Alcázares Revue of Songs/Sketches/Poems by

Cloud Nine Drama La Molata Social Centre, Nr Camposol, 8.00pm Art Exhibition in Mazarron (until 7

October) Casas Consistoriales, Plaza del Ayuntamiento,

Sunday 2 “El Zacatín” Artisan Market Bullas Mazarrón FC v El Palmar CF

Monday 3 Sew’n’Sos Sewing Group/ MABS Murcia NE Urb Las Kalendas, Fortuna, 2.00pm

Tuesday 4 World Animal Day Volunteers Meeting for HAH Las Claras, 11.00am Auction with MABS Murcia NE Bobs Bar, Carretera Pinoso, Fortuna, 2.00pm Friends & Buddies Evening Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 8.00pm Crib Night with Welcome Mariano’s, Camposol A, 7.30pm, 1€ Free Knitting Club 11am Cat’s Bar, Camposol A Cálida Caring Agency @ Dental Care, Camposol B

Wednesday 5 Ladies Fair, handbags/shoes/clothes etc Jane’s Salon, Bolnuevo, 11.00-3.00pm Open Day From 11.00am Camping Pueblo San Javier Petanca with “Welcome” Mariano’s , Camposol A, 1.00pm Line Dancing The Arches, Los Alcázares Lions Meeting Cultural Centre, Camposol B, 5.00pm

Thursday 6 Fiestas Patronales Santomera Friday 7 World Smile Day Fiestas Patronales Torre Pacheco

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Feria y Fiestas Patronales Alhama de Murcia Virgen del Rosario Bullas Ntra Sra del Rosario La Unión, Lorca, Fuente Librilla & Puerto

Lumbreras Lenny Mitchell @ The New Royal, Pto Mazarron Outdoor Market Stall with MABS Calle Segura, Calasparra, 9.00-1.00pm Calida Country Music Club Night

(CAFÉ) La Molata, Cañadas de Alhama, 8.00pm

Saturday 8 Walk with Warm [email protected] Outdoor Market/clothing/jewellery/ shoes Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón, 11.00-4.00pm Entertainment tbc @ The New Royal, Pto de Mazarron Entertainment (artist tbc) @ Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón, 9.30pm Lenny Mitchell @ Manga Norte Restaurante, La Manga Tony Lincoln @ The Arches, Los Alcázares Shirelle @ Hotel Mariposa, Gebas

Sunday 9 CF Huercal-Overa v Mazarrón FC Family Fun Day/Dog Show/Market 10am Helping Hands (see page 93)

Tuesday 11 Book & Jigsaw Swap with Welcome Avda de los Cavachos, Camposol B, 10.00am Sheer Fantasy @ Hacienda del Álamo Golf Clubhouse

Wednesday 12 World Arthritis Day BBQ on the Beach with PALS Bolnuevo, 13€ inc food and drink Fortuna Ladies’ Luncheon Club/ MABS Murcia NE Las Palmeras Restaurant, Baños de Fortuna,

1.00pm Offi cial Opening Wellspring Church 4pm Calle Madrid, Puerto de Mazarrón

Thursday 13 Fiestas de Octubre Los Alcázares

Friday 14 Indoor Market with fashion/bling/DVD’s Alley Palais, Camposol B Justin Sane (Adult Night) @ The Arches, Los Alcázares Zoe Barnes @ The New Royal, Pto de Mazarrón

Saturday 15 Entertainment (artist tbc) @ Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón, 9.30pm Andy McBride (Rod Stewart) @ The New Royal, Pto de Mazarrón Lenny Mitchell @ Manga Norte Restaurante, La Manga Open Day at Beauty Palace Camposol B

Sunday 16 Mazarrón FC v Jumilla CD

Monday 17 Energy Saving Week (until 23 October) Benidorm Trip with Welcome (2 nights) Excursion to bodega/market/Valor Chocolate

Factory Sew’n’Sos Sewing Group/ MABS Murcia NE Urb Las Kalendas, Fortuna, 2.00pm

Tuesday 18 Ladies’ Lunch - MABS Mázarron Diamantes Restaurant, El Mojon Friends & Buddies Evening Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 8.00pm Race Night with “Fiestas Camposol 2012” Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 5€

Thursday 20 Fresh Crab Night €20 Don Ricardo’s, Pto de Mazarrón

Friday 21 Trafalgar Day Outdoor Market Stall with MABS Calle Segura, Calasparra, 9.00-1.00pm 4 Night Cruise with PALS Malaga/Algarve/Lisbonde/Tangiers Christine @ New Royal, Pto de Mazarrón Rock n Roll Night feat Jimmy Mac/Age

Concern Mariano’s, Camposol A, 7.30pm, 5€, supper €5

Saturday 22 Cloud 9 @ The Arches, Los Alcázares Red Strokes @ Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón, 9.30pm Lenny Mitchell @ Manga Norte Restaurante, La Manga Barrington @ The New Royal, Pto de Mazarrón

Sunday 23 MABS Race for Life Camposol B, 10.00am SC Aguileno v Mazarrón FC

Monday 24 United Nations Day

Tuesday 25 Book & Jigsaw Swap with Welcome Avda de los Cavachos, Camposol B, 10.00am MABS Mazarrón Meeting Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 11.30am Friends & Buddies Evening Cat’s Bar, Camposol A, 8.00pm

Wednesday 26 Diwali (Hindi New Year) MABS Murcia NE Meeting La Carcelera, Urb Las Kalendas, Fortuna,

11.30am “Welcome” Dance/Ricky Lavazza &

Laura Elen Mariano’s, Camposol A, 9€, food optional Fashion Show @ Sensol Golf by Glitz Bitz

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3.30pm Camposol A Clean-up

Friday 28 Indoor Market with fashion/bling/DVD’s Alley Palais, Camposol B Booksale with MABS Mazarrón Outside of Trevi Bar, Camposol B, 9.00-1.00pm Table Top Sale with GO mad Camposol B, 10.00-2.00pm Walk with NEST with optional meal Meet 10.30am El Berro Car Park, Sierra

Espuña John Sloman @ The New Royal, Pto de Mazarrón Murder Mystery Night with MABS Murcia Las Claras, Los Narejos, 6.30pm €12.50 Cálida Country Music Club Night/Dave

Sheriff La Molata, Cañadas de Alhama, 8.00pm

Saturday 29 Christmas Fayre with F.A.S.T. Mariano’s, Camposol A, 11.00-4.00pm Halloween Party @ Alley Palais, Camposol B Lenny Mitchell @ Bar Imanyo, Daya Nueve Martin Ross @ Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón, 9.30pm Suzy G @ The New Royal, Pto de Mazarrón Halloween show Meta, El Palmar

Sunday 30 Artisan Market Plaza del Castillo, Cehegin, 10.00-3.00pm

Monday 31 Halloween Halloween Party @ The Arches, Los Alcázares Halloween Party @

The Steak Out, Camposol. From 7.30pm Halloween Party @ Hotel Mariposa, Gebas

NOVEMBERWednesday 2 Petanca with “Welcome” Mariano’s , Camposol A, 1.00pm

Friday 4 Cálida Country Music Club Night (CAFÉ)

La Molata, Cañadas de Alhama, 8.00pm

Saturday 5 Bonfi re Night Shaky Ground @ Las Torres, Pto de Mazarrón, 9.30pm Clean-up Party in Memorial Garden Camposol A Clean-up

5/6th Dog Show IFEP Torre Pacheco

Colour coding guide:Entertainment and special menu nights are RedMarkets,exhibitions,leisure,activities and meetings arepurpleCharity 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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Despite a disappointing start to Mazarrón FC’s season which saw all the fi rst three games end in defeat, the supporters’ club, Los Amigos de Mazarrón FC continues to thrive.

Membership of Los Amigos de Mazarrón FC costs just €10 per year and runs from 1st August. Forms are available at the weekly meetings held at the Trevi Bar, Camposol, every Thursday at 4 pm. Coaches are organised to transport members to away games at a cost of just €7 return and can be purchased at our weekly meetings.

Weekly meetings are open to everyone with the exception of the Monthly Business Meeting which is normally held on the last Thursday in each month. Why not come along and join us for a drink and chat and to listen to what is happening at your local Football Club? You can also take part in our popular Key in the Box Competition with the chance to win a large cash prize for just €1.

Former Wimbledon, Watford, Sheffi eld United, Nottingham Forest, Barnsley and Leicester City Manager, Dave Bassett, has accepted an invitation to become an Honorary Life Member of Los Amigos de Mazarrón FC. Dave was the speaker at our inaugural Gala Evening and Dinner in February 2010 and has supported us superbly over the last few

years by donating prizes for our raffl es and auctions.

Our 3rd Annual Gala Evening and Dinner, 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, is being held at the Hotel La Cumbre, Puerto de Mazarrón on Wednesday 8th February 2012. Former Nottingham Forest, Leeds, Everton, Chelsea and Blackburn striker Duncan McKenzie is the guest speaker.

Although all VIP tickets have been sold there are still some general tickets for the Dinner remaining. These cost €40 and include a four course dinner with local beer, wine and soft drinks included during the serving of dinner. To reserve your tickets please ring Andy on 634 040 990, Dave on 600 631 956, email us at [email protected] or call at the Trevi Bar between 3 pm and 3.45 pm any Thursday prior to our weekly meetings. Mazarrón FC games are normally played on a Sunday with varying kick-off times. Full details of all games, home and away, are normally announced on the Tuesday before the weekend in which the game is to be played and are displayed on posters at

various points on Sectors A & B on Camposol, announced on Costa Cálida International Radio and also given on our new website www.losamigosdemazarron.es

Provisional fi xtures for October are:-

2nd October El Palmar CF (HOME)9th October CF Huercal-Overa (AWAY)16th October Jumilla CD (HOME)23rd October SC Aguileno (AWAY)30th October No game scheduled

Admission to home games is just €5.

For all information about Los Amigos de Mazarrón FC and Mazarrón Football Club visit our website www.losamigosdemazarron.es or for specifi c enquiries email [email protected]



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We’ve been to Benidorm on a number of occasions but on August 20th this was a trip of a different nature. This time it was to watch the fi rst stage of the “Vuelta de Espana” (professional and world renowned cycle race).

1st StageThe Team Time Trial took place in this Tourist Town with a very hard twisting route through the narrow streets and seafront. The British Rider Mark Cavendish of Team HTC Highroad was in all sorts of trouble after his green jersey win at the Tour de France and was well behind his eight other team mates. It was clear he should be in his sick bed, but bravely carried on for the next 3 stages before having to retire from the race. Team Sky (mainly made up of UK riders) didn’t have much luck either as 3 of their riders came down on a narrow cobbled section and although not picking up major injuries, lost

40 seconds to the other team (this would be a major factor 3 weeks later). Jakob Fuglsang from team Leopard Trek took the lead on this stage.

2nd StageAfter our overnight stay in a great hotel 500mts from the fi nish line, we did a bit of sightseeing and then set off to watch the next stage in Santa Pola near the “feed station”. A fl at stage, one of only three in this year’s “Vuelta”, with the win going to Sky Procyclings Chris Sutton.

Stage 3This stage (Petrer to Totana). As I predicted, this stage had a sting in the tail due to the 2 short climbs around the Espuña. The fi rst shock to the riders was the 3rd category “El Berro” climb. Very short, only 4k in length, but steep (13%) in places. After a fast dangerous descent into Alhama de Murcia, a 15k fl at section passed through the fi nish, then started the climb to La Santa, not going straight up the main road to the Monastery, but the back road. This is not used often by cyclists (for training or touring) as it’s 8k long with an average percentage gradient of 13%. The race started on this climb in 3 groups. It was at this climb we decided to park ourselves, our large table (as we had rather a large amount of food with us to keep us going during the 4 hour wait) and very comfortable chairs! It was a fantastic spot at the side of the road by the canal intersection, so when

the race passed, we then had an easy drive to the main La Santa road to wait for the race to start its descent in to Totana. With the t e m p e r a t u r e s in the high 30’s we had a good deal of shade under a large tree to see the race come up the mountain. By this stage, the race had disintegrated in to 8 groups due to the severity of the steep climb. Pablo Lastras from Movistar won this stage with a group of 4 other riders a little way behind.

After the three weeks of racing, the Spanish rider Cobo from Team Geox took the fi nal win, with 2 British riders coming into 2nd and 3rd places; Chris Froome (2nd but only 13 seconds behind the winner) and Bradley Wiggins (3rd place at 1 minute and 39 seconds behind). However, if they hadn’t lost the 40 seconds on the fi rst stage Team Time Trial, there could well have been a British winner for the fi rst time ever in a Grand Tour!! The Spanish also did us proud with 3 of their riders in the top 10 overall placings. We’ll wait with bated breath for next year.

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Tuesday 30th August saw the 8th Event in the 2011 Costa Calida Golf Challenge. La Manga was the venue and all 32 players lined up to tackle the famous South Course. Condi-tions were great with a slight cooling breeze which was very welcome. Many thanks to Pe-dro and his team at La Manga for making this all possible and we will be returning at some point during 2012.The discounted green fees and buggies were all arranged by Costa Calida Golf Tours (www.ccgt.co.uk), and the other two main sponsors were The Great Golf Company and Caja Rural Regional

The results:Winner Shona Callow (13 handicap) 37 PointsLongest Drive – Ladies Paula JonesLongest Drive – Men

VOID (Sorry Rob)N/P in 1 shot Dave StoreyN/P in 2 shots Paula JonesN/P in 3 shots Shona Callow

We had 7 winners of the two’s pot - Shona Callow , Ruth Harrison , Rab Duncan , Dave Storey x 2 & Richie Heaton x 2Andy Walsh on 650 718 172 or email [email protected]

Control your approach shots by David Gay PGA Professional

Do you wish you could pitch your iron shots close to the pin, every time?The secret is to play a little knockdown shot, says David Gay

It’s amazing how many times I see amateur golfers rush their approach shots. These shots may seem easy compared to longer shots, but they require a great deal of skill. Rush the shot and you’ll probably miss the green from an easy position in the fairway.The fi rst mistake most golfers make is to try to hit too little club and force the ball all the way to the pin. This often causes a miss hit or a high trajectory that lacks control.Try playing more ‘knockdown’ shots in the greens. Take one more club than you think you need and grip down a little to shorten the shaft length for extra control.This will give you a lower more controlled ball fl ight.

The second important lesson is to learn is to use a shorter swing. Club head control is vital to gain accuracy; by making a three-quarter swing you’ll be able to keep the club head square to the target and keep your shots straighter. The fi nal adjustment to be made is to place the

ball in the middle of your stance. This will help you to hit down on the back of the ball, giving a better strike, plus increasing the back spin to help you shot on the putting surface.

Ball back, hands forwardFor a lower, controlled ball fl ight, position the ball at set up in the middle of your stance and make sure your hands are ahead of the ball (as shown). This will make your shoulders more level to the ground, rather than tilted. During the swing, keep the centre of your chest over the centre of the ball.

Controlled backswing and follow through The key to playing this shot well is to keep your swing under control. That means making a shorter back swing- no longer than three quarters the length of your normal swing, do the same shorter swing with your follow through and you will be able to master the knockdown shot. With this knockdown shot, your swing will feel nice and compact and will produce a crisp strike at impact.

For more information on lessons you can NOW fi nd David at Roda Golf Academy or contact on 6700 83939 email [email protected]

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A great green fee of €24 including buggy was too good to miss as a large contingent from The Old Guard returned to La Tercia Golf Resort for its August competition.

La Tercia is a tricky nine hole course and playing it twice doesn’t make it much easier. The reeds had grown very high in the lakes and picking out fairways and greens on three of the holes was a worry unless you had the benefi t of local knowledge. This was a minor problem however and the rest of the course was in very good condition considering it was the height of the dry season.The day was very hot and humid and certainly took its toll on some of the less slender of the competitors.

New member, Bob Rowe was the Overall and Division One Winner returning a Stapleford score of 29 points. (Sorry Bob, no trophy for you this time [three competitions minimum rule], but we hope you enjoy the wine). Runner-Up and Division Two Winner was Phil Carter with 28 points. (The practice in America has really paid off!). An overjoyed and emotional Dave May received his engraved tankard for fi nishing with 24 points as Division Three Winner. Darrell Webster was presented with the much sought after ‘Plonker Trophy’ for fi nishing at the opposite end of the leader board.

Other awards: ‘Nearest the Pin’ at hole 4 Dave Barrett (0.4 metres from the pin!). ‘Nearest the Pin 2nd shot’ at hole 15 Martin Hill. ‘Twos’- Howard Wright, Dave Barrett and Ian Murphy. Best Guest - Paul Knight (31 points).

On a sad note, the society said its goodbyes to Treasurer Ian Adams. Ian has been an elected offi cer of Fuente Old Guard for over three years. During this time he has done a great job looking after the society’s fi nances, but is now returning to England with his wife Tina. We all wish you both well.

Many thanks to Manager Nigel for his help and providing the prizes of vouchers for eighteen holes of golf and Jose in the restaurant for the food, wine and service. Another great golfi ng day out in sunny Spain.

If anyone is interested in joining Fuente Old Guard Golf Society or just wants to fi nd out more about us (Lady members welcomed) please contact the Secretary Bob Daffon Tel: 968598540 or email [email protected]

Left to right – Derek Hayward, Dave Barrett, Gavin Elbourne and Phil Carter on the fi rst tee

Bob (the shorts) Rowe collects his ‘Overall Winner’s wine from Vice-Captain Barry Martin

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FOR SALEZanussi condenser dryer as new 350€ ono. Can be seen on Camposol Sector D. Tel 629541939 or 616729690

Samsung N145 Netbook, brand new. Operating system loaded complete with camera for Skype. Price €185. Petrol strimmer in excellent condition, €70. Oceanic semi-dry suit, 2 pieces with hood, sm ladies size. Exc cond €50Tel:689568069 (Cehegin)

Frister+Rossmann Epochlock 055D Overlocker with 4 Draw Wooden Sewing Cabinet. Very little use. Manual in English. €250 No OffersTel 634346965 Mazarrón

LINE 6 SPIDER 50w Amp. programmable, Dist, FX rev, delay etc. exc cond..v.loud. 130€Tel: 600233456 (Cehegin)

2 Loko Kayaks with paddles. 260€ ono.Tel 638138362

White porcelain basin and pedestal/chrome mixer taps. Exc cond 40€. Matching bidet with chrome mixer taps. 10€. Tel 966260700/680588377.

Electro acoustic guitar, small bodied, Burgundy. Gig bag/spare strings. Unused 120€. Acoustic guitar, Steel strung. Gig bag/spare strings. Natural fi nish. As new 45€.Ukulele. Yellow wood. Bag and tutor book. New. 25€. Tel 630366321 or [email protected]

Goodyear Wrangler 215/75 R15 tyre. Brand new,unused. Buyer collects. Brand new bidet 15€. Brand new TV wall bracket up to 16” tv,max weight 30kgs10€. Ships Monthly from June 2009 & Ferry & Cruise Review, all in mint cond.1€ each/12 for

10€.Tel 634325427 Camposol

Car Seat 0-4 years gd cond 20€ ono. Car Seat/Carrier 0-6 months 10€ ono.Lg Travel Cot & Mattress. Gd Cond 25€. Booster Seat 5€Tel: 672920349 Mazarrón

Portable Gas Fire, regulator & gas bottle. 50€ ono.Tel: 672920349 Mazarrón

Sky+HD Digital Recorder.Brand New, still boxed. 95€Tel. 968599015

WANTED2nd hand external door and windows. Any size and material for shed.Tel 634334169

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Writing this in mid September the weather is getting cooler, the days shorter and autumn approaches. Matt and I are soon off to Worcester to collect his Mum and have a week’s holiday in Wales. Mum Monk is coming back with us, so that leaves Sister Bobbie at home alone, house and animal sitting. Thanks to all of you who asked about our lost dog Freckles, but unfortunately he has not returned home – still some hope, but it gets less likely that we will see him again as each day passes. The pond is looking as though winter is here with most of the plant life dying away. Does anyone know if the turtles we adopted and have seen the summer through will survive the winter in the pond? It’s quite deep, but we don’t know if the temperatures outside are to low, although when we were in Madrid at the Parque Buen Retiro the lake was full of them and we are sure they don’t collect all those ones up each winter!

TV News We are getting lots of calls about two subjects which none of us really need worry about: Firstly, people seeing all the ads about UK going fully digital this autumn ask, should we in Spain be doing anything to keep the UK viewing? The answer is NO. We are all already digital – if you view with SKY or FREESAT there is nothing you need do.

Secondly, many of you are asking if anything needs to be done about HD (high defi nition) viewing as all the channels seem to be going HD. Again the answer is NO. If you want to view in HD then you will need an HD-ready TV and an HD digibox, but it is not necessary. There are no current plans to switch off SD (standard defi nition), so again just sit back and watch. If you do watch with a SKY subscription and go HD by getting a new TV and digibox, be aware that SKY charges an additional 10 pounds per month for the HD channels – FREESAT HD is FREE!

We did not get any answers to last month’s question about using FREESAT HD boxes for BBCiplayer. We need to disguise the Ethernet sockets on a router as if you are in UK. We know we can view it through a computer, but does anyone know how, through a FREESAT box plugged into a router? BBC see us in Spain and will not allow access – would be great to use iplayer direct to TV???

SKY seems to have settled all their channel changes and channel numbering at last. Channels have been renamed and moved to new locations, but it now seems to have settled. It’s OK for you young ‘tecy’ people, but the older ones of us get used to things where they are and change is confusing – it’s like when the supermarket change layout and I can never fi nd a thing! Anyway for all the changes most of the actual SKY output seems much as before! Any of you on FREESAT and either missing the SKY you had in the UK or wanting more choice of channels including SPORT? We can provide SKY contract cards for viewing. It costs a

bit to get one and the subscription is the same as it would be in UK. Contact us for details.

We have recently had a couple of requests for new installations from people who have just purchased houses down here in Murcia and on-site visiting have found it impossible to locate the big dishes required for UK TV viewing – disappointed clients. Remember we will always site survey a property BEFORE you make the fi nal move to buy – worth it if UK TV is going to be important to you. How many times have we heard “Oh we haven’t come to Spain to watch TV”! Most of those have not lived here a winter when it can be cold with long dark evenings.If any of you have any questions you would like answered about TV viewing in Spain, email us and we can answer in the following

months newsletter if it’s a general enquiry – we will always email an answer back anyway.Article sponsored by RAINBOW SATELITTES – the company for all your TV needs in the Murcia region.

Contact Alan or Matt for free friendly advise – email [email protected] or phone (0034) 686 358 475. Our website www.rainbowsats.org has some good basic info about viewing TV in Spain.



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DISCLAIMERWhilst the CCC are happy to accept monthly reports from the various organizations in the area, the articles printed are not necessarily the opinions of the editor or publisher and the contents should be viewed as a guideline only. Professional advice should be sought to cover any information printed therein. Advertisements and reports are not formally endorsed by the CCC. We cannot accept responsibility for advertisers’ works, service or goods. The publishers endeavour to ensure the contents are correct, but cannot accept responsibility for the effects of errors or omissions.

Please limit all reports to 300 words. We reserve the right to amend all articles for publication.

CLASSIFIEDS ARE AVAILABLE FREE FOR ITEMS UP TO THE VALUE OF 500€ OR FOR WANTED/LOST ITEMS, FOR NON-COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES ONLY. CARS AND BOATS ARE NOT INCLUDED FOR FREE. Max 20 words. Max 3 classifi edsHow to Place a Classifi ed AdPlease go to www.costacalidachronicle.com and click on classifi ed, or email [email protected] or phone 968 970 680 between 10-2pm

We will include inserts and fl yers provided by you at a cost of 10 cents per fl yer, max size A5.

All adverts must be paid for before 15th of the month prior to publication. Please make cheques payable to Costa Calída Chronicle S.L. (Minimum amount for cheques is 50€). The closing date for adverts is the 15th of the month prior to publication. If you would like to meet someone to discuss your advert then please contact Teresa on 619 199 407 to arrange an appointment, or visit Teresa in the mornings in CHM / Costa Cálida Chronicle Offi ce (inside Nicky G Translation Services), Camposol Sector B.

If you wish to design your own advert, please send through a hard copy and a copy on disk (please label the disk with your name and telephone number), if possible. Please use Microsoft Word or save advert as JPEG fi le (300 dpi). Please do NOT send in adverts in Powerpoint as they are not good enough quality for printing.

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September quiz answers1. Where would you fi nd Four Sea-sons, Stamina, Lexus, and Love Tub togeth-er?Euro Spas2. Who offers both home care and hospital care?Calida caring agency3. Where would you fi nd both anti-ageing clinic and Fuschia Beauty Clinic?At the Salon

4 What do Rosie’s Toesies offer you?Mobile foot care and pedicure service5. What do ASSSA insurance specialize in?Health insurance6. Where would you fi nd Restaurant Yachtsman?Puerto de San Pedro7. What would you fi nd at Calle De La Ensenada , La Puebla (on F35)?Mariachis

8. When was St Teresa of Avila, canonized?In 16229. What does Lenny Mitchell and his Musical Machine invites you to do?Take a trip back to 60’s and 70’s10. Who offers Liquid Wall Paper?Interior Elegance

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British residents in Costa Blanca South have their healthcare and welfare ques-tions and concerns addressed

The Consulate and Pension Benefi t and Healthcare Teams together with repre-sentatives of local authorities and 15 British and Spanish support organisa-tions answered questions on how to ac-cess their services. The aim of the “Con-sulate in the Community” event was to address questions and concerns around healthcare and welfare for residents across the Costa Blanca South and help those that are most vulnerable in these diffi cult times.

Members of the Consulate and other organisa-tions spoke to many of the over 200 people present about their entitlements in terms of pensions, benefi ts and healthcare and any other welfare needs. Organisations repre-sented were HELP, MABS, Age Concern, AFA, Torrevieja Stroke Support Group, Costa Blanca Samaritans, the U3A, the Spanish Red Cross, Caritas, the Royal British Legion as well as Tor-revieja Town Hall, social services, health au-thorities and the local provincial government.

The event took place at the Centro Cultural Virgen Del Carmen in Torrevieja and refresh-ments were kindly provided by the Iceland supermarket in Torrevieja where earlier in the day the British Vice-consul Lloyd Milen and Pension, Benefi t and Healthcare Offi cer, Laura Leeman talked to shoppers and informed them of the evening event. The Consular team also held a meeting with the various organisations and institutions tak-ing part in the open day to discuss how to im-prove and increase the cooperation between them. The British Consul in Alicante, Paul Rodwell, said: “As consul, I think it is essential to be out and about in the community. This event has po-tentially helped hundreds of Brits and shown them that there is a superb support mecha-nism out there working in partnership with the British Consulate in Alicante. It was especially rewarding to see so many British and Spanish organisations ready to help out those most in need.”The Pension, Benefi t and Healthcare Team in Spainhttp://ukinspain.fco.gov.uk/en/help-for-brit-ish-nationals/living-in-spain/more-help-in-spain/dwp-dh

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Accommodation:Hotel La Mariposa - 968 631 008

Accountants:Silvente - 968 332 058

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

Bars, Cafés & Restaurants:Alley Palais - 968 131 970Amaro Restaurant - 968 484 019Restaurante Buen Descanso – 968 163 642Café Teatro - 682 343 910Cafeteria Plaza - 968 705 406Cat’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 008La Vista Café Bar - 868 186 727Las Torres - 607 013 423Leonardo’s - 628 682 303Liz’s Cafe - 696 724 123Mariachis Mexican Restaurant - 968 559 984The Market Tavern - 968 154 588The New Royal - 968 595 864The Steak-Out - 968 970 619The Yachtsman - 600 749 181Trevi Bar & Restaurant - 669 026 544

Builders:Amigos - 619 025 160CM Constructions - 659 159 948Fuente Building Services - 696 744 982 Green Construction - 968 970 614JD Construction - 630 269 994Tony’s Building Services - 647 119 952Westwood Construction - 968 563 553

Building Services:Kano Building Design - 963 141 082P&P Services - 659 732 962Steve Maquina - 644 317 669V.I.P. Services - 650 893 607

Butchers:Big Breakfast Butchers - 968 170 553English Butcher Camposol - 619 579 823

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 - 968 146 158

Chiropodists:Chiropody - Philip Dawe - 968 150 244

Cleaning Services:Limpieza Rosa - 619 199 407

Clothes Shops:Legs & Co. - 660 792 513

Computer Accessories:Beep - 968 155 710Dot Com World - 968 199 154Shop at Camposol Computers - 968 154 477T J Electricals - 868 181 121

Computer Repairs & Sales:Beep - 968 155 710Camposol Computers - 968 199 191Dot Com World - 968 199 154LocoPC - 968 971 893

Shop at Camposol Computers - 968 154 477

Dentist:British Dental Clinic - 628 115 554Dental Care - 968 199 111Olivier Houdusse - 968 153 645

Education:Creative 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 - 658 321 891

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

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 717Avon with Jan - 672 880 353The Care Agency - 0044 1455 559 988Drew Ryder Therapist - 660 326 194Face and Body - 676 545 436Freedom Mobility - 968 153 620Fuschia Beauty Clinic - 630 439 480Jane’s Salon - 968 158 433Nadine - 696 886 649Rosies Toesies - 639 171 835The Beauty Palace – 968 971 828

Heating and Aircon:Camposol Heating & Maintenance - 968 199 184Calida Gas & Oil - 659 791 771LLamas Chimeneas - 968 591 030Louis Harris - 619 712 821Miles 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



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MSC Insure - 968 429 129Nash Warren - 968 156 583

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

Kennels and Catteries:Casa Abril Catteries - 617 417 189Colina Kennels - 639 012 342Delmonte - 968 168 711El Carro Kennels - 620 582 654

Legal Services:Nicky 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:Colair - 626 726 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

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 -646 324 669Interior Elegance - 968 482 456RJB Décor Painting - 699 044 742Trevor Smith - 968 163 298

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

Printing & Design:Insignia Graphics - 618 615 903Mister 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 351298Me & My Buddy - 634 359 732Owners Away - 691 977 107Sensol Golf Villa Rentals - 968 970 614Spanish Property Rentals - 699 107 072

Property Sales:ADS Property Services - 646 969 455Another World Properties - 968 592 679Best of Spanish - 635 434 651Fuente Alamo Real Estate - 968 598 173Sensol Golf Sales - 968 970 614

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:Direct Sports.es - 686 341 749Eros - 968 583 008TJ Electricals - 868 181 121

Services:Compusurf - 968 970 666Dog Listener - 868 082 011Easy Flat Packs - 966 470 770Four 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 992Kevins Aluminium ServicesNo More Mould - 672 795 574The Laundry Shop - 670 847 305UK Woolshop - 619 493 183

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

Spas & Hottubs:Eurospas - 650 722 905

Sport & leisure:Alley Palais - 968 131 970Casa La Pedrera - 660 616 620Costa Cálida Radio - 902 903 783Dance Zone - 649 647 467Direct Sports.es - 686 341 749Friends in Nautical Sports - 645 657 094Horseriding META - 636 172 198Hotel La Mariposa - 968 631 008JFM Radio Network - 968 868 198Mazarrón Dance - Zumba Classes - 655 421 120Yoga Classes Bolneuvo - 662 043 540

Swimming Pool Cleaning &Maintenance:Alpha Pools - 968 971 824Daisy Pool Covers - 968 638 583Köhn 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

Travel Agents:Dragon Tours - 968 971 993 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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Compusurf puts its retail operation “Camposol Computers” Online

“CompuShop”, the fi rst Online Shop Dedicated to Camposol

Compushop has replaced the retail outlet known as “Camposol Computers” - same company, same people and wholly owned and operated by Compusurf SL. based on Urbanizacion Camposol in the Murcia Region of Spain. Compushop is primarily designed to serve the local population of Camposol fi lling a market void and offering the convenience of Online Shopping and Free Delivery at competitive prices from the comfort of your own home.

Like any online shop, Compushop can also deliver at reasonable prices to anywhere in the world. The old Camposol Computers Shop will no longer stock goods, but instead customers can order online from Compushop in the Internet Cafe section of the old retail premises and collect items free the next day, or if they live on Camposol, have them delivered free of charge. Our repair workshop also remains on the premises meaning customers that come into the premises can still chat to someone for advice.

The worry of shopping online that some people have is taken away, as we are real people operating right on your doorstep and you can come and speak to us if necessary. The e-shop will be populated with PC assesories, consumables including printer inks, papers, blank cds, DVDs etc etc. Hardware including laptops, PC’s, printers and all the usual items you would fi nd in a PC shop. Customers can ask for anything they want that is not on the stock list and we will try our best to get it. We wil also be selling unlocked Mobile phones and assesories as well as Sims, contract phones and PAYG phones, Sat systems, TVs; the list goes on. The range will be expanded as people suggest products.

Compushop also gives Compusurf customers a convenient way to pay for our PAYG Internet, telephone and VPN services.

Compushop is a new venture in the e-commerce fi eld that is designed to gather the best of both the online and walk-in shop worlds. The concept is based around localization, serving local residents. Unlike the big e-shops, our business ethic is to keep it local with real people on hand. As the business grows, rather than expand the one e-shop, we will open new e-shops, again operated locally around an existing walk-in shop.

You can visit Compushop now at www.compusurf.es/shop We have only just opened so it will be a few weeks before we are fully stocked, but you can still open an account now. Its free, and you can keep popping in to see what new items are on the shelves. While you are there send us your suggestions and your wish list of products.

Chris Jennings.

Friday 16th September saw the Almanzora Valley rocking well into the night with the sounds of Showaddywaddy Legend performing at the third event by Helping Hands held at Centro Hipico, the huge Equine Centre and Restaurant near Pulpi.

“The mission of Helping Hands is to support existing charities and those unsung heroes who quietly go about rescuing and caring for abandoned and mistreated animals at their own cost and with no support. We realize that times are hard for everyone at the moment, so our events are designed specifi cally to give our supporters value for money by keeping costs down. We would rather have a small profi t and see our supporters go home really happy

than try to raise funds by giving nothing for something. Now is not the time for that” said H e l p i n g Hands.

“The next event (see page 93) is a huge Family Fun Day, Dog Show

and Market on 9th October at the same ideal venue. The day will be packed with entertainment and will end at around 5pm with a Magic and Illusionist performing in the main Restaurant.

We want everyone to come along and have a great day on a small budget so please join us”The Helping Hands Team

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Pamper parties – for ladiesGather a group of 3 or 4 friends together and you can all enjoy a day of pampering

in the comfort of your own home. You could have an aromatherapy massage to de-stress, a nice relaxing facial to put back all the moisture lost through sunbathing, or maybe a pedicure to restore your feet after walking around in fl ip-fl ops and sandals -try out the Shellac on your toes- it lasts for ages! Choose from any of the treatments listed on my website www.fabbeautywithlorraine.moonfruit.com

The best bit (apart from the treatments of course) is that as the host you will receive30% discount on the price of the treatment you choose on the day if the total cost of everyone’s treatments is over 100€, PLUS a further 10% discount on your next 2 treatments after the pamper day. And there’s more………….your friends will all receive 10% discount on their treatments if they are over 20€ each.

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Go on treat yourself – you deserve it.I look forward to meeting you soon

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