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Anglo Spanish Association visits Segovia, Salamanca and Ciudad Rodrigo October 4 saw 29 members of the Anglo Spanish Associ- ation led by Chairman, David Decker depart on a once in a lifetime trip to Segovia, Salamanca and Ciudad Ro- drigo Members had an opportunity to explore Segovia, the cathedral and the Roman Aqueduct before setting off for Salamanca, via Avila, stopping at a mirador outside of Avila to take photos of the magnificent battlements which completely surround the old city. As a result of this many of our members decided that on a free day in Salamanca, they would travel by train to Avila to ex- plore it further. Salamanca is a city founded in pre-Roman times, but first developed by the Romans in the first century BC. The name 'golden city' is a reference to the stone which almost every building is built from, having the same golden colour which you find in buildings in Bath They stayed at the Parador in Salamanca with many of the rooms offering spectacular uninterrupted views over the old city. The next day the guide starting at the Plaza , walked them all through the 'golden city' with the group gleaning many interesting facts about the buildings and sites. Lunch was at the delightful Res- taurant Le Sablon in the centre of the city, new small museum in the city walls, and enjoyed a talk encamped, and moved off to be attacked in the flank by They then visited the twin cathedrals, the Monastery by the curator on the history of the town and shown a the British and Portuguese Armies. Over 5,000 British de St Esteban, the Convento de las Dueñas amongst model of the fortified city where he explained how the soldiers and 13,000 French soldiers were killed or many other great sites. One interesting feature was how wall were breeched by both the French and the English wounded during the battle. Many of them must lie be- the masons on a recent renovation of the cathedral in the struggle for this strategically important city. A neath the fields of Arapiles. There is a monument, to the carved a small astronaut into one of the pilasters by the visit to the small but interesting cathedral, and an ex- battle, on the hill shown, and two poppy wreaths were door. The Astronaut - demonstrating the renovation was hibition of etchings by Goya, showing some horrific found in honour of the 200th anniversary of the battle in done by modern masons. scenes from the battles for the city were also under- 2012. The next day was the journey to Ciudad Rodrigo taken. The visit concluded with an excellent lunch at the which is a city of 14,000 people, 80kms south west from They were, to say the least, both graphic and moving. Restaurant Estoril, where Maribel the hostess and her Salamanca. It was the site of two bloody battles in the Goya did not show them until 30 years after the war. staff provided wonderful fare. Spanish War of Independence (the Peninsular War) and Some of the more athletic members ascended the hill We returned to Javea in great spirits after a very suc- was occupied by the French for 2 years. They visited the of the Greater Arapiles where the French Army were cessful trip.

Strolls, stretches and scrambles This weekend there were no shortage lowed a complex route in Benialli of walk options with the with no road work and some difficult Mountain Walkers. but short passages along the flanks on A convivial stroll along the Moza- both sides of the Gallinera valley. rabic trails and forest paths above Be- Walks are carefully researched nigembla attracted 14 walkers who and checked by people who are regu- afterwards enjoyed lunch at an old fa- lar walkers, love the mountains and vourite, the 'Bon Aire' restaurant. who are familiar with paths and Meanwhile, a slightly more ener- tracks in the Costa Blanca area, getic group took a picnic lunch and stretching from to Gandia explored the hills between and inland. and Gata area and were rewarded There is no charge to walk with with splendid views of both coast and the group. New walkers of all levels inland mountains. of fitness and experience are wel- Those looking for more of a chal- come. lenge, were not disappointed either. A For more information look at ridge walking, rock hopping route www.cbmwalkers.org or go along to from Adsuvia thrilled another dozen the annual open forum at mid day on walkers and a similar number fol- November 10 at El Cids, . Biker babe reigns supreme In 2013, Debbie Gibbons who works and At least once each year, Road Captains lives in the Moraira area signed up to have to organise a ride out for group raise money for the Children of Emaús members, plan the route, arrange visits and in return was promised a pillion ride and attractions during the ride and book on a Harley Davidson motorcycle as part a suitable restaurant to end the ride. of the Bay Radio Biker Babe Appeal. She Debbie's ride was on Sunday with over 30 was also the October pin up in the Biker bikes involved and ending at a pirate Babe 2014 Charity Calendar. These ex- themed restaurant at Denia Marina. periences saw the start of a new chapter Our photograph shows, standing left in her life. to right, holding the group flag Marisa During the past two years, Debbie has Diaz, Group Director and Peter Emmett, gained her full motorcycle licence, pur- Press Officer with kneeling group chased a Harley Davidson (named 'Black member Vicente Guardiola, dressed as Pearl') and is now the official Mascot of Jack Sparrow with a very happy Debbie the Costa Blanca Espana Group. In addi- Gibbons. tion, she is the group photographer, For further information, contact Peter translator and one of the group's elite Emmett on 966 461 039 or you can email Road Captains. [email protected] Page 58 COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015

Costa Blanca News' regular feature supporting local writers in conjunction with WordPlay Writers' Forum. Co-Dependents Anonymous WordPlay and You perfect loaf'.) Welcome to Weekly WordPlay. Each week Once the reader is on the webpage, the ar- (CoDA) WordPlay provides news, views, and ticle must maintain the interest factor prom- Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) examples of writing by authors and poets, ised by the title. The visitor must be engaged: is a 'Twelve-Step Fellowship' of local and beyond. Founded in 2010, Word- entertain as well as inform. Use real-life men and women whose common Play's purpose is to encourage writers to stories to evidence what you are trying to say. purpose is recovery from write and then get them read. To this end we Don't be afraid to add a little humour, and co-dependence and the develop- produce a quarterly short story anthology, look for quotes that also provide examples ment and maintenance of healthy and provide the help our members need to be- that aid the thrust of the article. (A tip here is relationships. come published authors. to build up a bank of quotes that can be used Meetings in this area are held on Over the past couple of years we've helped time and again.) TUESDAYS, at 6pm on, at the nearly two dozen writers be published for the The article must also be easy to read. Con- MABS Centre, Av Mariners de la Vila Joiosa, first time, including several whose novels and versational styles work well, and the article La Cala (on main N332). memoirs you can find at Bookworld in Haban- must flow logically from one idea to another, For further information please contact the Helpline on eras, . There is never a lack of in- before reaching its conclusion. 633 452 623. spiration among WordPlay writers, because Take 5 to 10 minutes to plan an article (just (CoDA is a non-profit organisation supported by the volun- there is no such thing as writers' block, even as you would an essay). Think about how the tary contributions of attending members.) though many writers will tell you they suffer article can be divided naturally, and then con- from it. sider subtitles at these natural breaks. Break- up the page with white space, using shorter Keep Writing paragraphs, and also use numbered lists or During the course of last week, I was asked by bullet points. a friend if I could give a few tips on writing Finally, write a good ending. Link the pre- articles for her website. Readers had com- vious points together and draw a thought pro- mented that her articles were a little dull and voking conclusion. It's not always necessary didn't entice them to read on or revisit. One that this conclusion should 'draw a line under told her that her web content "reads more like the article'. It could ask a question of the an essay than an article". Her experience is reader, or provide a call to action. not isolated. Here are five things article (and Armed with these five web article writing blog) writers can do to make their words more tips, if you've got a website look at the history interesting: and see which of your articles got the biggest First, make sure that you know your target audience. Can you see the difference between reader. This will provide the clues to the tone, those and the less popular pieces? voice, and language needed, and appropriate use of words is essential to appeal to the right Be Part of It audience. WordPlay is here to encourage writing, and THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, DISTRICT NORTH Second, the article needs to grab the get writers' work read. Don't be apart from it, From the French border to Roquetas de Mar in the reader's attention. On the web, a title that be part of it. We meet every second Monday of south. If you are a serving, ex service or retired and draws the reader in is called 'click baiting': the month at 11am at The Emerald Isle, La you and dependants the writer tries to induce the reader to open Florida (except August). are in need the web page with a title that begs him or her You can also contact us by email on word Welfare is at the heart of everything we do. We are to read more. (For some reason, people love [email protected]. passionate about it and it is central to everything we do. lists - '10 ways to brush up your article writ- Play with Words, Generally we offer practical, emotional and financial ing'; '13 things a baker must do to create the WordPlay support to our beneficiaries in Spain; Support when there has been a change in circumstances, such as the loss of a partner, job, income or threat of homelessness. When there has been a change in mobility or independence, and aids or adaptations are needed (where statutory support is not available). This is not an ex- clusive list, but gives an idea of the kind of help we could offer. Where for some reason we are unable to help, we signpost to correct sources of advice, on a variety of issues such as, pensions and where to access equipment or services. Where we cannot help directly, we try to assist by working with other local organisations. Please do not feel embarrassed if you need assistance or feel you tak- ing resources from others. You can contact us by telephone, text or email. Contact: Pam, District North Welfare Coordinator 9am - 7pm, Monday to Friday: 676 451 780 (Dedicated Welfare Telephone). There is an answer phone outside of these hours where you can leave a message. Or email: [email protected] Or contact: Donna, Country Welfare Officer 8am - 4pm Mon to Fri. Telephone: 902 109 356 (option 6) or 690 144 603 Or email: [email protected] If you feel that you could offer us some time in supporting welfare as a caseworker or hospital and housebound visitor please contact Pam or Donna on: [email protected] or [email protected] For all enquiries other than Welfare please use the Info Line 648 860 251. COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015 Page 59

Remembrance

A day to remember for speak of their war years, their own anecdotes, many reasons read a poem. By PDT The two minute silence will be observed at On Sunday November 8 12 noon (equal to 11am UK time). the Benidorm and district Lunch will be available from 13.00 at €12.50 branch of the Royal British and bookings can be made on 966 860 735 or di- Legion will be holding an Act of Remembrance rect with the Ciudad Patricia restaurant. The Royal British Legion in the theatre of Ciudad Patricia Seniors Re- Lunch will be followed by a variety concert in Spain - Remembrance sort, Benidorm. To make this a special day we including singers, a magic show and flamenco have a number of activities planned to make with tickets at €5. Proceeds to the Poppy Ap- Services in the area the day memorable and interesting. peal. The bar/café area will open at 10am for cof- Participation in each part of the day is of Many of The Royal British Legion Branches in the District fee and at 11am the theatre will be ready for course voluntary and all are welcome to join are holding Remembrance Services. In order to attend a our special Act. us. If you wish to contribute to the Act in the local service, please go to our website and click on Remem- This will not be a service but a true act of theatre or to have lunch please contact Pam on brance Services: www.britishlegion.org. uk/counties/spain- remembrance with those attending invited to 96 686 0735 or [email protected] north or ring 648 860 251. Boxes of poppies have been delivered to businesses in the area. The Legion spends £200,000 each day to assist Armed Forces personnel and their families. By making a donation for your poppy you are supporting those who have dedicated U3A Poppies their lives to serving their country. Our Welfare Co-ordi- nator can be contacted on 676 451 780. Three ladies from the U3A Vall del Pop, For over 90 years, The Poppy Factory in Richmond, Sur- Angela, Irene and Jan, kept themselves busy rey, has been making poppies, crosses and wreaths for the making poppies in readiness for the Poppy Royal Family and The Royal British Legion's annual Poppy Appeal in November. Appeal. The factory also gives employment to many disabled However, despite making in excess of over people. 100, demand far outstripped their supply and Please wear your poppy with pride and give generously to they had completely sold out within three help the charity's continuing welfare work. days! With such popularity for this lovely idea, next year they will have to start making them in January! All of the money raised will be donated to the Royal British Legion. The British Legion will be 'On Duty' at our servicemen and women, so if you haven't al- General Meeting in on Thursday, No- ready bought your poppy by then you will be vember 5 selling poppies to support all our able to buy it on the 5th.

Latest news from Friends of the Children of Emaús Rudolf the reindeer will be a new attraction this year at the annual Christmas Fair at the Marriott in aid of the Friends of the Children of Emaús . The fair will take place on No- vember 28/29. Rudolf (really a pony in disguise) belongs to a always the wonderful Schil- who attended the fund raiser member of the Association lings will be taking fabulous for the Home at the that rescues horses, APAC, photos of you and your Hong Kong in Campello on and will be in his paddock out- children with Santa Claus. October 24, the next one will Help is an English-speaking side the ballroom. We have now got three be December 5. Contact Elsie voluntary community service Access to the paddock will drop off points for stocking fil- for more details on david- on the Costa Blanca, which be via the foyer adjacent to lers for the children. Cazzie spence45@hotmail. co.uk HELP provides assistance in medical stall 18 but also from the pool and Gail have very kindly Don't forget the now fa- and other types of emergency bar. If you would like a photo made 100 Christmas stockings mous Early Bird Fair at the HELP OF DENIA AND MARI- Welfare: 607 386 964 with Rudolf it will cost you a to fill with lots of new pres- Carrasco on Sunday, Novem- NA ALTA Interpreters: 607 385 842 €2 donation to APAC. Also ents for the children. The ber 8 and the wonderful Fair Website: www.helpofdenia.com JAVEA HELP Maria from Gata will put the presents should be small at the Marriott on November Email: [email protected] Fa- Helpline for info and medical equip- photo onto a mug, coaster, a enough to fit in a stocking and 28/29. cebook: Help of DAMA ment: Elizabeth Homewood 96 579 painting to hang, or put it on a be for children from 0 to 18 We need help on the door President: 634 345 014 5078 or web www.elizabeth. t-shirt instantly! - a lovely years old. The presents can be and selling raffle tickets. If Help Office: 966 427 044 [email protected] present for grandparents. As dropped off at Heaven Hair you have a few hours to spare Help Desk Denia Hospital: 966 JALÓN VALLEY and Beauty Salon car- please email Carole on 429346 www.jalonvalleyhelp.com retera Moraira/Be- [email protected]. Activity Centre: 659 583 834 Helpline/Medical Equipment hire: nitachell, Margaret Marcia's Dance Studio will Charity Shop La Xara: 966 422 988 659 624 643 and Elena's Book hold a benefit concert 'Count- Charity Shop Moraira: 966 491 284 Jalón Shop: 96 648 0944 Shop, Ave Gabriel down to Christmas' on De- Benitachell Care: 664 573 360 Alcalali Shop 96 648 29 70 Miró Calpe, and the cember 12 in the Auditorium Calpe Care: 664 237 135 Marriott Fair on No- of the Casa de la Cultura Denia Care: 634 309 442 Web: www.helpvegabaja.com vember 28/29. Calpe - price €10 . Javea Care: 634 388 446 Office 96 672 3733 - Mon-Fri 10-13.30. We have to thank Friends of the Children of Teulada/Moraira Care: 634 318 819 Email:[email protected] Help of the Marina Emaús have raised over Diabetes Supp.Group: 634 349 240 TORREVIEJA Alta for paying for €250,000 for the children of Parkinson's Support Group: 634 Office 96 570 42 82. Open 10--13.30. the materials for the Emaús in the past ten years 301 677 email: [email protected] stockings. Please through shear hard work and BENIDORM MAR MENOR email Lesley if you dedication of their members. Web: www.help-benidorm.com www.helpmurciamarmenor.org Of- have any gifts to do- For more information President: 607 387 040 fice 968 57 00 59. Mon-Fri 10-13.30 nate, lesleyclarkja- about us please go to www. Equipment: 663 495 396 Email: [email protected] [email protected] fcemaus.com or on our Face- Thank you to all book page. Page 60 COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015

First National Animal Welfare Conference leads to closer cooperation Seventeen guest speakers ad- yer, the veterinary college, the dressed an audience of repre- police and our three charities sentatives from many Animal want to move this forward as a Welfare Associations at the cohesive group with a strong three day National Animal voice. I'm so looking forward to Welfare Conference, PAES, having strength in numbers and held in Los Alcázares, Murcia thank everyone for their en- October 16 through to October thusiasm and dedication!" 18. They had been gathered to- One of the guest speakers, gether by three Associations - and first person to ask for the Cruz Azul, ACTIN Spain (Ani- strategy meeting, was Pedro mal Care Treatment Inter- José Moratalla. Pedro is heading national Network) and SAS UPROMA, the first unit of its (San Animal Santuario) - for kind to be set up to ensure all the purpose of finding synergy Policia Local are aware of cur- with others concerned about rent legislation regarding ani- animal treatment here in mal welfare, so the police can Spain. deal with cases correctly. Lyn Baines, President of Lyn Baines said "Pedro's in- Cruz Azul and organiser of volvement is a big advancement the conference, was over- for animal welfare in Spain; whelmed by the interest not small steps but forward ones. I'd only of the speakers but also like to thank all of our guest the attendees. "A lot of ex pats speakers and delegates who at- show concern for the way ani- tended. Also many thanks to mals are treated in Spain, but I Team Harmony and volunteers Pedro José Moratalla, heading UPROMA Photos by Barry Caulfield and Traudl Bruckner was thrilled to see the number from Cruz Azul for helping out of Spanish people who show with registrations. Team Har- tain our delegates. " our website regularly: www.pro For more information of great empathy" she said Mon- mony held a raffle which raised We hope everyone reading teccionanimales.es and follow some exciting upcoming ac- day. "By Sunday the speakers €284. We are very grateful to the this will have an interest in us on Facebook: https://www. tivities within the National were calling on me to arrange Northerners and Barrington Du- keeping up with National Ani- facebook.com/PAES-Proteccion- Animal Welfare area please a strategy meeting where we bois, all animal lovers; they gave mal Welfare - PAES - here in Animales-España-920051248058 contact: www.proteccionani can discuss working: the law- their time free of charge to enter- Spain and to do that check out 415/ males.es

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and George's Bar, Bonalba. Urgently required foster homes EDITORIAL NOTICE until permanent homes can be We would like to ask contributors to please keep articles/ found. If you think you could help Help At Home notices etc brief to allow space for everyone. please telephone John on 965 975 Poor quality/out of focus/low resolution photos will not be 470 or see the website. Costa Blanca published. Please send copy and photographs Staff always required for our busy (large format) to [email protected] shop. If you can spare a few hours The charity support those in need of a little help in their own Deadline Monday at 15.00. Thank you for your much every week to help serve our loyal homes on discharge from hospital and people with special needs, appreciated efforts and cooperation. customers please call in and ask those with long term conditions for example stroke sufferes, for Steve or call him on 644 212 819 MND, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia, MS, etc., or email barc.@gmail.com Their carers may need respite? ALICANTE ing of Mediumship at 7pm. And The Barc charity shop at 57 Avda We have two branches - Costa and Quesada , and every Thursday there is an Open de la Generalitat, (op- Torrevieja. Circle where you can develop your posite the entrance to the tram Do you have a few hours a week to spare? We need more vol- Lions Club Alicante skills commencing at 6.30pm. station) open Mon - Sat 10am - 2pm 22000 unteers to provide this valuable service. Drivers, home help, Spiritual healing is available every plus Tues 5pm - 8pm. carers and befrienders. If you are interested, pop into the Charity The club meets each 2nd Friday of Sunday and Tuesday after the ser- the month. For more information Centre located on 118/119 Flamenca Beach Commercial Centre vice. Free diabetes club Orihuela Costa between 10.30am and 2pm Monday to Friday, please see www.lionsalicante.org The Divine Service with Medium- Do you, or a loved one, have dia- Tlf : 965 328 794 Orihuela Costa. or tel 662 555 771 (Tues & Thurs 5- ship, on Sunday, November 1, will betes. Want to find out more about Tlf: 693 027 026 Quesada branch. 8pm) be taken by Jillian and Martin. coping with diabetes. or email: [email protected] Lynda Powell will take the Even- Then come to our free diabetes ing of Mediumship on Tuesday, club, run by a top UK diabetes BENIJOFAR November 3. David Sinclair, UK nurse. Call 966 860 258 for more in- Medium, will take the Divine Ser- formation. between 12-18 years. originally founded by the late Pat The Philip Scott Lodge vice, with Mediumship, on Sun- Funds are raised through charity Osborne. Some lovely friendly No 10671 RAOB day, November 8. events, donations, raffles and char- greyhounds seek loving homes. The Philip Scott Lodge of the Contact Wendy on 965 323 028. CABO ROIG ity tins. Volunteers and foster homes ur- Royal Antediluvian Order of Buf- www.spiritualistcentre-benijofar You too can help the children by gently required for this summer. faloes now meets at the Bar Ca- .com Motorcycle riding club supporting these events, holding Tel. Leire on 687 026 121 (English The name of this group is now torce in Benijofar. New email is phoenixchurch23 your own event, making a dona- spoken). Find us on facebook: Dragon Riders and their meeting Join us on Friday 19.00 and 21.00. @gmail.com or info@spiritualist tion or becoming a volunteer. EGS el galgo senior. Email: place has moved. For more information please con- centre-benijofar.com We are also looking for local busi- [email protected] Please see Orihuela Costa listings tact City secretary is Bro Colin Identificacion Fiscal G54713789. nesses who would be willing to do- web: www.animalactiongroup.es for more details. Bird KOM 653 066 919. nate vouchers or goods as prizes BUSOT for our raffles. El Campello Christian Manchester City For more information on the Community Supporters! Busot Ladies Club Home, forthcoming events and Meetings are every 2nd and 4th We are the official M.C.F.C. Sup- For further details please contact Chess Club how you can help, please see our Sunday at 5pm in the hall next to website http://elchechildrens porters Club here on the Costa Sue on 965 950 545 (no messages) or Meets each Friday at Club de Ajed- Meson Pueblo Español (Pepes bar). carehome. webs.com, Facebook: Blanca. Our notice board is on the send an email to: dixmith rez, Centro D.A.Y.A., Calle del Gen- Everybody welcome. Home or email elchcharity wall of the Breeze Bar listing forth- @hotmail. co.uk eralisimo, Daya Vieja, between For more information email: @hotmail.com. coming events, all are welcome. BARC (Busot Animal 13.00 - 17.00. Beginners to masters [email protected] or tel Membership €5 for seniors, €10 for Rescue Centre) welcome. For more info contact: Sue Bishop 965 699 991 or 693 048 17-59 yrs and free for juniors. En- Reg nº CV-01-044306-A. Richard on 660 825 390. EL CAMPELLO 200. quiries by email to: blue moon- Website: www.mybarc.net and [email protected] email: [email protected] A.P.T El Galgo Senior APAC - Asociacion Lots of bargains at the revamped ELCHE Reg. G54637509. We are a group of Protectora de Animales Spiritualist Centre, shop. Come and look at summer young Spanish volunteers con- de El Campello y Benijofar stock. Don't Dump, Donate. Drop The Elche Children's tinuing the running of the grey- Pueblos Limitrofes Meets at Hamilton´s Bake House, 62 off points for goods you would like Home hound charity and its installations Charity No. 3817 Calle Vicente, Blasco Ibañez, Beni- to donate to Barc are: EDI Renta- Association Elche Children's Care jofar 03178. We hold a Sunday Ser- car, El Campello. Brown's Bar, Home raises funds for the children vice at 11.30am, a Tuesday Even- Coveta Fuma. Luca's Bar, Busot living at the Home who are aged P.A.P.S presents Writing Haunted & Other Horror Stories

Creative writing workshop Ghost stories, dark fiction, psychological thrillers & ser- ial killers When: Saturday October 31, 10 am - 1 pm Where: Block #4902, Calle Espliego 26B, Mar Menor Re- sort Cost: €30 (includes: cre- ative writing workshop, cof- fee/tea & pastry) Writing workshop facili- tated by Tausha Johnson, Di- rector of Writers & Pub- lishers International and Pro- gramme Director for The Horror Writer's Workshop, [email protected] Transylvania. All proceeds will go to For more information call help all our furry friends at 682 798 328 or email: writer- Casa del Sol Shelter, PAPS Page 62 COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015

www.apac.campelloonline.com Should you have a few hours to round, a warm welcome awaits Charity Shop: Avenida Ger- spare each week and wish to join all riders. All makes and models manies, 20, El Campello. Tel 96 563 Vecinos us as a volunteer, pop in to reg- of motorcycle are welcome as are 3547. Have you unwanted furni- ister, we need more volunteers to all nationalities. ture, household items, clothes or Colaborando help us help those in need in their The group has moved and no anything else you think we could own homes. longer meets at the Sunset cafe in sell or use as raffle prizes or for Costa Blanca If you seek advice relating to Cabo Roig. auction. (Crime Watch Spain) Spanish social & welfare issues, The new meeting place is Wal- Please phone the shop. Our van Reg. VG-8261/2002 translation and advice is available damars Restaurant, La Florida, manned by volunteers collects Collaborating with the citizens and police force to try to most Monday & Thursday morn- Orihuela Costa. and delivers on Fridays. reduce crime and vandalism in our areas. ings from 11am to 1pm. Email: We meet every Thursday 10am- Contact for feral cats Janice 96 563 Email: [email protected] charitycentre.helpat 10.30am for weekly ride-outs. 8899 or Onny 96 594 0763. Contact Web: sites.google.com/site/vecinoscolaborandocatral/home [email protected] More information from Rob at 671 for dogs Joy 96 569 9460. See more Facebook: facebook.com/asociationvecinoscolaborando Shop and Advice centre - open 826 201 or email mollyand details on 'Animal Shelter' page. costa blanca from 10.30am to 2pm. Tel: 965 328 baileybassett @hotmail.com 794. Orihuela Costa office (24 hour FORTUNA motoring. MABS Cancer Support answering machine). Tel: 693 027 The Royal British Legion The venue is Hotel La Torre on Group Murcia Mar 026 Quesada, San Luis, La Siesta, Orihuela Costa Branch, covers MABS the main road in . Menor La Mata. the area from Punta Prima to San Please see the events list box Javier and inland. For more info see the website: See separate box for events. For Every Tuesday a Charity Market in this section for further The branch meets on the 3rd www.phoenixcarclub.com further details please call 689 897 is held at The Celtic Isle Playa Fla- information on events, or email Thursday of every month at the 866. Make time to help others.Do menca from 10am to 2pm. Span- [email protected], call Olympia Restaurant in Mil Pal- you want to make a difference? ish and English products for sale 634 362 826. Or visit the website: meras at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. LOS ALCAZARES Got some time to spare? Become a www. mabsmurcia.com You do not have to be ex military MABS volunteer. PSOE (Spanish Socialist to attend or to join. Everyone is HELP Murcia Mar Please call 634 362 823 or email party) Orihuela Costa welcome. Menor [email protected] or visit Drop In contact point - Friday GRAN ALACANT More information can be found at For details of events, plus direc- the website: www.mabsmurcia. mornings from 11.00 to 13.00 in the branch website - tions, see events calendar on: com The Asturias Restaurant, Punta Feral Friends http://branches.britishlegion. www.helpmurciamarmenor.org Share & Care Group is based at Prima. This is not a rescue centre, it's a org.uk/branches/orihuela-costa volunteer organisation in Gran or see separate box. Tickets for the MABS Cancer Centre in San Everyone welcome. For info see Alacant and nearby areas. most events are available from Javier. www.orihuelacostapsoe.eu or see Tel 697 574 199. Become a foster Joan Mitchell on 868 185 685 or Ja- We meet every third Friday of the facebook.com/people/Orihuela- PILAR de la parent or be one of our sponsor- nice Clarke on 968 134 355. month. Informal for those affected Costa-Psoe. by cancer, relaxed and friendly at- HORADADA ing parents. Dragon Riders Please email: feralfriends.ga@ SAMM IOM Group mosphere with one-to-one coun- (Formerly Motorcycle Riding gmail.com for adoption/in- Radio Controlled selling available. Campoverde Library Club) Want to find the best roads Open from 10.00-13.00 from Mon- formation or call 697 574 199 and Sailing Call 693 795 247 for further details. in the area? Bored with riding day to Friday at Avenida del Pino, donations or sponsors Bancaja. Radio Controlled sailing group af- If you would like to volunteer alone? Whether you are here on 45. Call for more details. filiated to SAMM - Sailing Associ- please call Bev, Volunteer Co-ordi- ation Mar Menor and operating nator, on 634 362 823. holiday or live here all year The library has an extensive from CAR - Centro Alto Rend- GUARDAMAR miento Deportivo del Mar Menor, Los Alcazares Camera 'Infanta Cristina' at Los Alcazares. Club La Bamba's Ballroom/ All classes and sizes of Radio Con- Meets at Las Claras Centre on 1st MABS CANCER Modern/Latin/Argen- trolled boats welcome. Tuesday each month at 10.30am. tine Tango/Sequence Sailing for pleasure and boat test- In addition we meet on the 3rd SUPPORT GROUP Dancing ing on Wednesday mornings from Tuesday each month for field Los Rosales Restaurant, Guard- 11am and on Friday afternoons trips to enhance and improve our MURCIA amar CV895 (near Lemon Tree again for pleasure and racing photos. Sunday Market). from 2pm. All newcomers welcome. Details MAR MENOR Monday: Social dance 8.30pm- Friendly club with members of all from John 606 452 445 or visit 10.30pm. Sequence dance 7.30pm - Nationalities. www.los-alcazares-camera.club EVENTS LIST 8.30pm. Contact by email radiosailing ■ Like our Facebook page to be kept up to date with all of Friday: Social dance 7.30pm - [email protected] or Chair, Nigel our fundraising events: www.facebook.com/mabsmur- 10.30pm. Lane on 605 317 232. ORIHUELA COSTA ciamarmenor Wednesday: New Beginners Class ■ Volunteers Meetings are normally held on the first Wed- (new beginners welcome every HAH - Help at Home The Rendezvous Girls nesday of every month at Roda's Bar, Roda 11.00 for 11.15. If you Weds)) 2pm-3pm. Intermediate Mar Menor Social Club are interested in helping MABS and would like to know more, Class 3pm - 4pm. Intermediate Web: www.helpathome.es or We are a group of ladies who meet come along to the meeting or phone our Volunteer Co-ordinator, Plus Class 4pm 5pm. HAH is a charity helping people every two weeks at The Rendez- Sylvia on 634 353 575. For more info contact Andrea who are struggling to cope follow- vous Campoamore, Orihuela ■ Share & Care Group is held on the 3rd Friday of the Murphy 616 478 157. ing illness etc. We offer a SHORT Costa. month at the Information Centre between 11.00 and 13.00 . This term solution, subject to volun- This is a social club with a variety is an informal get together for anyone affected by cancer. Newly teer resources. of interests and there is some- diagnosed, cancer survivor, family or friends and indeed any- JUMILLA We are not an emergency service, thing for everyone. body affected by cancer or bereaved is welcome to come for a cof- nor do we take the place of your Come and join us we look forward fee and a chat and to meet others in a similar situation. For more English language book doctor. to seeing you at 13 45. information please call Anne 693 795 247 or the centre 868 171 035. exchange We offer help to those who have We are non profit making and ■ Book Stall at The Arches Bar, Los Narejos, Los Alcazares For further information please mobility problems, along with use support two local charities. EVERY Saturday between 10.00 - 13.00. Book donations always call Sue on 666 125 805 or email of mobility aids for our clients For more information please con- welcome. her at suemcginlay@gmail .com who are finding it difficult to cope. tact Lynn on 648 250 652. ■ Charity Shop: Avenida de la Union, San Javier is open This service is FREE, subject to Monday - Friday 10.00 - 14.00. Good quality second hand clothing, LOS MONTESINOS assessment by our British trained Help at Home Costa furniture and bric-a-brac. Donations gratefully received. Please nurse, and will be in your own Blanca ring 968 191 300 during shop hours. home. CV-01-048327-A. Charity Centre ■ Information Centre: Urb Foque, Avenida Mar Menor, Phoenix Classic Car For more info visit our website Club now located at 117 Flamenca San Javier is open Tuesday & Friday 10.00 - 14.00. Drop in for in- and if you require help please Beach Commercial Centre. formation or help for anything related to cancer. A volunteer is The Club on the Costa Blanca for telephone 633 673 034 Mon-Fri Shop and Advice centre - open always available to make you a coffee and take the time to talk. classic car enthusiasts. 'Ace Café' 9.30-17.30 Other enquiries to our from 10.30am to 2pm. Ring 868 171 035. meeting on the first Sunday of Careline 603 517 770 or email hel- If you need a little FREE help at Cancer does not discriminate and neither do MABS, we help every month starting at 11.00. [email protected]. home for 4 weeks or need long anyone of any nationality affected by cancer. This is not a Club event and If you would like to volunteer term respite support, call 965 328 everyone is welcome - come and HELPLINE 693 275 779 anytime. some time, email or call Lesley on 794 Orihuela branch or 693 027 026 chat to people who enjoy cars and 968 134 978. Quesada branch. COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015 Page 63

range of novels, non fiction, some Association of the students of the nas. Contact Tony on 966 789 965 Torrevieja Flower Club divine service every Sunday children's books, talking books official language school in San Ja- or 649 107 866 or John on 966 706 We meet every third Wednesday morning at 11.00am. We have a and some in large print as well as vier (Murcia). 959. For more details see www. of the month at the Asturias Res- clairvoyance evening every Tues- books in other languages, Span- The students collaborate with sev- TorreviejaInformation.com/ taurant, Punta Prima at 2 pm. day starting at 7.30pm. Healing is ish, German and French. eral expat associations and they just brass. New members and guests very now available before the clairvoy- have very popular conversation welcome. Enquiries - Sandra 966 ance on Tuesdays from 6.45 - swaps to practise Spanish as a 848 220 or Jennie 965 723 843 or see 7.15pm. On Tues after noon we foreign language, English, Ger- SAN PEDRO DEL www.torreviejaflowerclub. com. have an open circle from 1.45 until The Royal British Legion man and French with native PINATAR 3.30pm & Weds evenings Open in Spain, Pinoso Branch speakers. Anybody can come The Asociación Circle from 6.45 until 9pm. All are along and join their activities. welcome. Healing is given freely The Pinoso branch of the Royal The New Radio Española Contra For more infoplease email conex- every Thursday morning from British Legion in Spain has a full Control Mar Menor El Cancer (AECC) [email protected] or conex- 10.30am - 12.00pm. Find us on the programme of social events Sailing Group The Torrevieja office of the AECC iaeoisj.blogspot. com Saturday market road opposite throughout the year. Now located at the new water (Asociación Española Contra el the Chinese Restaurant. Please Please remember, you do not have sports centre in Lo Pagan all Cáncer) located at Calle Torreve- ring for private readings or for to be an ex Member of the Armed boats welcome. For more in- jenses Ausentes 33 is now open on SAN MIGUEL DE further information phone/fax Forces to join. formation please contact Stuart Monday to Friday from 10am to 966 760 665. Meet people, make new friends SALINAS or David at rcsailinggroup@ 1pm. gmail.com or phone David on 968 The telephone for information and raise money to help the The Velvetones armed forces of yesterday, today HELP Association 170 870 and for ‘Early Detection’ appoint- Harmony Chorus and tomorrow. Vega Baja ments for breast, cervical and Rehearsals: Wednesdays 9.45am N.B. Monthly meetings held on Charity Nº CV-04-047761-A. prostate cancers is 965 716 679. -12.15pm. The Velvetones Ladies the last Tuesday of each month at We are the oldest registered char- TORREVIEJA There will be English speaking Harmony Chorus rehearse at El Meson Tonet restaurant in Pi- ity in this area and we provide a volunteers in the office on both Age Concern Paraiso Restaurant, Jardin del noso. service to a vast area, covering Wednesdays and Thursdays. Costa Blanca Sur Mar, near Carrefour. The chorus For more details, please contact: from along The newly appointed local Presi- Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur is has a wide repetoire and per- Branch Secretary Clive Ransom the coast through Torrevieja to La dent is Manoli Flores who is here to help you. We can also in- forms at various venues in and Email: cliveransom1@gmail .com Marina and inland to available on 686 666 520 for in- volve our Welfare Section for around Torrevieja to support Tel: (0034) 660 344 269. and Orihuela. formation and advice. more serious problems. Our aim local charities. If you would like Visit our website: http://www. The HELP Association of Vega is to assist with problem solving to see us in action, join us for a britishlegion.org.uk/branches/ Baja helps people of all ages with Help at Home Costa for the over 50's and promote their coffee and a chat. pinoso all sorts of problems, particularly Blanca well being. For people with health We are always on the lookout for at times of crisis and emerg- Reg.Nº. CV-01-048327-A. See the or mobility problems we can hire new members, singing or social. encies, such as in the case of acci- Orihuela Costa section and /or items such as wheel chairs, walk- Contact our Musical Director Ena dents, thefts, break-ins, sudden General for more information on ing frames, commodes etc.. or call Fraser on 965 707 598 or our chair- deaths and when police or medi- free help. 697 176 154 or 966 786 887. woman, Lorraine Simpson on 663 Netball Club cal services are involved. A big thank you to everyone who La Siesta: Calle Paganini. Tel: 96 751 773 for more details. Rojales netball club are looking We operate an emergency 24 hour raises money for the charity over 678 6887. Open Mon - Fri 10.00- for new players age 14 upwards. help line (966 723 733). the years. 13.30 We play Tuesday from 7pm- In order to provide this service we Torrevieja Stroke Spanish Lessons - All levels, at the 8.30pm at the Norwegian School raise money in a number of ways. The Baker Foundation Support Group (TSSG) Walk-In Centre on La Siesta Tel: in Quesada. These include: For Spiritual Awareness The TSS meet weekly between 966 786 887 every Tuesday 10am - Come along or for further details Membership - Costs only 7€ per The Baker Foundation Centre for 2.45pm and 5pm. 1.30pm. Lessons are FREE to all telephone Tracey 679 539 995. year for a single person and 12€ Spiritual Awareness, Playa Fla- (Spanish speaking section under beneficiaries and 'friends of Age for a couple & entitles you to extra menca. Come and join us for our Alicia Garrote-Garcia, Occupa- Concern.' Benimar Social Club members benefits. Volunteers are urgently needed in We meet each Wednesday at 20.00 Charity Sales - Our stall is always all areas by the Age Concern at Rojales Steakhouse, Avda. Vega popular and can be found at Cam- LIFELINE Team visiting people Baja, Rojales. poamor on a Thursday. in their own homes to assess their Newcomers welcome. Collecting Tins - These can be needs and reporting back to the Our activities include, bridge, found in many shops and pubs Lifeline Team Leader. chess, crib, dinners, fund raising, around the area. Can you spare a few hours each quiz, short mat bowls, and walks. Donations of books, toys, quality week to give a little help where For more information contact bric-a-brac and new or used but required as there are many Sue, 685 339 179 or Richard 660 825 clean clothes are always appreci- people who live alone, are lonely 390. ated. Without our wonderful team and need some form of social con- of volunteers we would be unable tact. If you can help in this re- to continue our work in the com- spect, please call Age Concern on munity. 96 678 6887. ASPETGA host their If you would like to offer your ser- Charity Shops: Calle Patricio Hope Christian vices as a volunteer please contact Zamit in Torrevieja and Avda Del annual Halloween party Fellowship one of our offices. Mar, Los Montesinos. You will find our church immedi- Both these offices are open Mon- Sales help finance Age Concern The party will be held this- as pet supplies such as cat ately opposite the entrance to the day - Friday from 10.00 until 13.30 C.B.S. activities, are always need Saturday, October 31 at 5pm litter, beds, blankets, toys, etc. Thursday market in La Marina and they can be found in Torre- saleable items/goods and small at the Gran Alacant dog park. are very welcome. Urb San Fulgencio. vieja at Rambla Juan Mateo Gar- items of furniture etc. Dress up with your dog and The event is hosted by AS- You will be given a warm wel- cia 4 - Tel: 965 704 282 Or in San For collections call 966 786 887. be part of the Halloween cos- PETGA, the Pet Owners As- come. Miguel de Salinas at Calle Lope de Contact our Lifeline team, also tume parade and contest. sociation of and Vega 45 - Tel: 966 723 733. based at The Walk-In-Centre. Family friendly fun for kids, Gran Alacant, with the gener- International choir We also have a Help Desk at La An International Choir has been Tel: 96 678 68 87 for home visits in- adults and dogs with games ous support of local busi- Marina which is open every Fri- formed in San Fulgencio, for depth assessments, advise, nurs- for the kids and prizes for the nesses and the Ayuntamiento day, 10.00 to 13.30 in Calle ladies, gentlemen, boys and girls; ing care, liaising with social ser- best costumes, human and de Santa Pola and is spon- 5, Urb La Marina. Tel: 673 109 096. people of all nationalities. vices, match volunteers to bene- canine. There also a FREE sored by Clínica Veterinaria If you want to participate, the ficiaries, care aid, residential care spooky photo call. Attendees CCV Amorós, El Perro Feliz, group will be rehearsing every Phoenix Concert Band homes etc. are reminded to be respon- Gran Alacant Properties, Thursday from 6pm to 8pm in the San Miguel de Salinas. sible owners and clean up Gran Alacant TV, Fany y San Fulgencio Music Centre. Contact Di on 965 716 601 or 605 El Campello Christian after your dog. Please super- David, Herbolario Pepe For more information, please con- 457 659 or Gill on 966 199 549 or 660 Community vise your dog at all times and Garri, Clinica Veterinaria tact the Office for the Urban- 559 579. Meetings are every Sunday at during the parade, please Mundo Animal, the Phoenix isations on 966 443 002. For more information please see 11.00am in the hall next to Meson keep your dog on a lead. Restaurant. www.TorreviejaInformation. Pueblo Español (Pepes bar). ASPETGA will also be col- For more information com/phoenix Everybody welcome. lecting donations for their pet about the event please email SAN JAVIER For more information email: food bank. Donations of [email protected] or see Just Brass [email protected] or tel Sue canned and dried food as well www.facebook.com/aspetga Conexia EOISJ Brass band San Miguel de Sali- Bishop 965 699 991 or 693 048 200. Page 64 COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015

MABS success at Party at the Park

The annual Party in the Park packed as she entertained The excellent hog roast which is organised by MABS everyone with soul and mo- was provided by Campbell's to raise funds was a tremen- town classics. Multi-talented of Roda and all 420 people dous success. On Sunday, Paul Allen followed and were served in 1 hour 15 min- September 27, 420 people wowed the crowd, especially utes which is fantastic. The were treated to an afternoon/ the ladies, with his great bar was provided by the evening of superb entertain- vocals as well as playing the Mayor of Roda and he ar- ment and a hog roast. The mouth organ. The fabulous ranged for ridiculously cheap party was started by MABS Suzy G was there with her prices for the event as well as fundraising volunteer, Donna dance show. It was fantastic his staff all working for no- Walsh, who welcomed every- to welcome Suzy back follow- thing offering table service. one on behalf of MABS and ing her recent trauma and al- This all helped to make the acted as MC for the event. though she's not singing day so fantastic. A huge The weather forecast was properly yet her energetic thank you was given to Fran- changeable with storms fore- dance show more than made cis Symons who allowed all of cast for the evening but it up for it. Suzy has supported the other artists to use his held up and was a gloriously MABS by playing at Party in superb sound equipment sunny day with near perfect the Park since 2009! Francis which meant the event flowed temperature. The storms Symons followed Suzy and he very smoothly indeed. there Jimi Harkishin aka Dev Alahan promoting MABS could be seen closing in from had the dance floor packed was also the inevitable raffle inland and thankfully it was for his entire set. He was which had 20 prizes many of than happy to drop by and hard to ensure the events all over by the time the rain singing and dancing amongst which were donated by local have his photo taken with his run smoothly. arrived. the crowds and they loved it. businesses. legions of fans. Cancer does not discrimi- A spectacular line up of Last in the line up was Mar- There was even a personal All in all a superb day was nate and neither do MABS. acts gave their time freely. tin Ross who kept the dance appearance by Jimi Hark- had by everyone and €4163 We help anybody of any First on stage was Terry Mor- floor filled to capacity with ishin, who plays Dev Alahan was raised to support cancer nationality affected by gan who had the crowd line his set of crowd pleasers. A in Coronation Street, who patients and their families in cancer. Helpline 693 275 779. dancing in no time. Diane Da- special mention goes to Jo- was holidaying in the area the region. Events like this Follow our facebook page to niels led the line dancers so seph Hughes, a 14 year old and when MABS fundraising cannot go ahead without be kept up to date with our even complete novices were pupil at King's College in Rol- volunteer and Publicity Of- the tireless work of the events https://www.facebook. able to join in the fun. dan who enthralled the audi- ficer Donna Walsh bumped MABS volunteers who are com/mabsmurciamarmenor Gemma Barrett was next up ence with his beautiful voice into him and explained what too many to mention by and the dance floor was and great choice of songs. the event was he was more name and work extremely COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015 Page 65

Art competition helps children home The 7th local Art Competition held at The cluded, "The whole event was great", "So Club in Quesada was sponsored by very many talented artists there", "Excel- Golden Leaves and a local publication. lent event with lovely Afternoon Tea as The judges Conchi Trives, Inmaculada well", "Standard of art entries was fantas- Perez Trives and Godfrey Mayes along tic". with many of the viewing public were First places went to Gail Coultate, very complimentary about all of the Gloria Howes, Joanna Foad, Nicola work exhibited - six paintings were sold Moran, Sharon Darnbrough, Maurice on the day! Comments on the day in- Hatfield with Gloria, Joanna and Nicola coming joint first. Ian Ross and Maurice Hatfield for the people's choice - 93 members of the public voted and you had the highest scores! Eugenie heading the Golden Leaves expat service team along with her col- leagues gave out commendation certifi- cates to Gail Willshire, Gloria Howes, Ni- Gail Willshire, Nicola Moran, Joanna Foad, Gail Coultate, Sharon Darnbrough and cola Moran and Brit Nyland. The orga- Gloria Howes niser would like to say thank you to the two sponsors and well done to everyone Aleksandra (15yrs old) who took part, everyone who helped on exhibiting three paintings the day and special thanks to The Club owners and their staff for their help and continued support. Over €200 was raised for The Children's Home in Elche and there will be two events next year, we are just look- ing at a date in October for The Art Com- petition 2016 and there are already two entries for "Painting from a Blank Can- vas" which will be in March 2016 - if you would like further details or to reserve a place for either competition then please email [email protected] or call Maurice Hatfield winner of two into The Club where you will be assured certificates for Guarding The Herd of a warm welcome.

Advertising Feature AMAZING ANIMAL ATTRACTIONS! At the Town Meets Country Event!

For a fun day out, come to see the amazing animal attractions! Saturday 14th November from 10.00am - 5.00pm located on the Avda. Cortes Valencianas, the main road in Torrevieja between the 'Needle' and Iceland Supermarket, behind the V2 petrol station, opposite Casa - it's easy to find and lots of parking. Thanks to our sponsors, Grupo Rubio and Skoda, an interesting event concept will be staged! It's animal friendly, in fact it's all about the animals! Raising awareness of our furry friends, and how to adopt a pet is high on the agenda; the 1€ entry fee will be donated to the Albergue Municipal. We have a super line up of animal attractions...starting at 11am, Club Agility Torrevieja will be staging a spectacular with dog agility display. Emma Tytherleigh will be demonstrating the relationship between woman and horse, as Romero and Rocky take centre stage in the animal arena. We have also invited some feathered friends from the school of falconry in Las Colinas - meet Margarita the Siberian eagle owl, baby Brazilian owls and other birds of pray. Forget pop stars, as we have dog stars! Our wonderful four legged friends will all have the chance to be in the Town Meets Country Dog Show and Challenges. Your pet dogs have the arena to themselves not just once, but twice! The Dog Show at 1pm, is followed by Dog Show Chal- lenges! at 3pm. To enter your dog, email [email protected] for an entry form. We will be raising awareness on how to adopt a pet and raising funds for the Albergue Municipal, dog pound in Torrevieja, who are going through some very positive changes. This event will have everything for your pets… vets, groomers, pet supplies, etc. Humans are also being catered for! There will be lots of stalls, stands, services and local produce, so you can start your Christmas gift shopping. You could Win Your Breakfast! or something from the lucky dip, guess the weight of the cake and many other good old fashioned British fete attractions! Come and enjoy the fun, remember it's pet friendly, so bring your dogs to enjoy the day! Saturday 14th November, all being compared by Big FM. It's your chance to meet our furry friends, and those that look after them! TO BOOK YOUR Stall/Pitch email [email protected] Check out Facebook Town Meets Country, GM Promotions or call 695 399 841 www.gmpromotions.es FB Homes Gardens and Lifestyle Show. You can also see us at the next Homes Gardens & Lifestyle Show ...more information coming soon! Page 66 COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015

Royal Naval The Rainbow Centre (TCF) is an English speaking Association for Spiritual Awareness lively church located at Avenida HAH Mar Menor The RNA Torrevieja Branch, We meet in the Function Room of de las Cortes 's 68, Torre- Events list 2015 meet at 17.00 on the first Wednes- Sacko's Bar, El Limonar, near vieja 03183. Residents and holiday day of each month at the Restaur- Torrevieja each Sunday morning makers are welcome to attend our ante El Paraiso, Urb. Jardin del at 11am for Divine Service and on services with communion and Saturday, November 28. Pre-Christmas Dinner Dance at 525 Mar 3, (behind Carrefour), Torre- Wednesdays for an evening of 'kids church' each Sunday at Hotel in Los Alcazares. Following last year's much talked about vieja. Contact Paul Edwards, mediumship starting at 7.30pm. 10.30am. We have a Fellowship sell out event, this year we will have the fantastic Campoverde Reef Chairman, 618 644 934 or Marga- Everyone is welcome. There is an Meeting (Bible Study) each Wed- Band to play. 3 course meal, glass of wine €17.50pp, 7pm for 7.30pm. ret Forshaw, Secretary 966 921 996. Open Development Circle at nesday at 6pm. Rooms available. Ticket only Sacko's at 5.30pm on Wednesday For further information ss the We will advise nearer the time of our Christmas Craft Fairs at Rascals afternoons and healer training website at www.tcf-spain.org or DFS, Oasis Bulevar etc. Based in Torrevieja are a social there on Fridays at 11am. For all telephone 966 700 391. Until further notice NO 2nd hand book stall, La Zona Bar and theatre group working for the enquiries please ring Trish on 966 For further details for any of the above: Tel: 603 517 770 or community and raising money 844 795. La Siesta Charity email [email protected] for local charities. Lending Library We meet twice a week on Monday Nirvana Dining Club La Siesta Charity Library can be & Thursday mornings at Sackos Three course meal and live music found at the annex of Age Con- Bar, El Limonar. every Friday evening at different cern at Calle Paganini, La Siesta, HELP VEGA BAJA If you would like to be part of this restaurants. Est. 8 years so it Torrevieja. fun loving worthwhile group must be working. Age group 45+. Opening hours are Tuesday 10.30 (A non-profit making association) please call Errol on 96 531 9834. 15 kilometres radius of Torre- until 12.30. If you wish for further (Asociación sin ánimo de lucro) Charity no www.therascals.org vieja. information tel. 966 786 887. CV-04-047761A If you are interested and would FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Torrevieja Retired like to know more, please phone Toastmasters The Friendship Centre provides a caring, friendly en- Activities Club (TRAC) Janet on 667 863 495. International vironment to meet others who share similar interests over The club meets every third Wed- Venue change: Toastmasters In- nesday from September to June at ternational has changed its venue a cup of tea, every Monday afternoon between 2pm and Yoga Europa the International Marina Bar, Wednesdays 19.00 - Yoga Classes from the Asturias Restaurant, 5pm in the Orihuela Costa area. Torrevieja with speakers on a at Neighbourhood Association, Punta Prima, to the Hotel Why not come along and join in with the activities, or variety of subjects at each meet- Calle Alta 19, La Mata. Phone 652 Trabuco, Avenida del Mar Menor, simply just have a chat and make new friends. ing. Activities include, ten pin 667 883. Saturdays 12.30 to 14.00 No.1, Santiago de la Ribera with Look forward to seeing you there! bowling, petanca with picnics on Yoga classes, Avenida Jaca 31, immediate effect. For further information, please contact our San Miguel the beach, trips and monthly Sun- San Luis. Tel 652 667 883. We are a multi-national club and office in the first instance, Monday to Friday day lunches etc. operate in a friendly and welcom- 10am - 1.30pm on 966 723 733 Please contact Chairperson Tina New Singles and ing way. The aim of Toastmasters on 966 789 212 or Members Secre- Newcomers Club is to improve individual com- tary Diane on 966 841 585 for Come along, meet new friends munication and leadership skills tional Therapist meet once a Torrevieja Computer further information. and enjoy yourself, learn tips by undertaking a planned series month on the second Friday of Club about living in Spain, improve of short speeches stressing vari- the month at 5.15pm). Meet on second and fourth Wed- Torrevieja Philatelic your Spanish, and help form the ous aspects of speech making. All are social meetings but with nesday each month at the Da Society new club. Meetings are conducted in Eng- an important input of speech Vinci Bistro, Lakeside, San Luis We are a Stamp Club with All are welcome. lish but are open to all national- therapy, physiotherapy, occupa- at 19.00. For more info see www. members from many European Meet Sundays morning 10.30am ities and are held on alternate Sat- tional therapy and art therapy torreviejacomputerclub.com Countries who share a like at Santa Maria Bar on the Paraiso urday mornings at 10.15am. at the and (new) an ex-stroke UK nurse. minded interest in collecting Beach (Behind Dialprix). Hotel Trabuco, Avenida del Mar Venue - The Annex, Municipal The Royal British stamps. Phone Phil for further details on Menor, No.1, Santiago de la Buildings, Calle Paganini s/n, Legion, Torrevieja We were established in 2003 and 637 545 986. Ribera. Urb. La Siesta, Torrevieja (behind Branch 3456 currently have 26 members from If interested contact Gerry on 609 Age Concern). Our aim is to help those who need the UK, , Belgium, Swit- The Torry Army 732 843 or check the website Further info on website: www. help. Meetings: 2nd Friday of the zerland & Spain. The Torry Army are the Inter- www.laspalmeras.tmclub.eu for torreviejastroksupport.com; or month 6.30pm for 7pm at Casa Our members collect, sell and national Supporters Club of FC full details. email: strokesupportgroup@ Ventura, San Luis for meeting swap stamps from every country Torrevieja. Torry Army Office in hotmail.com or telephone: 966 718 and social after. in the world, our meetings are in- San Luis, Monday to Friday from Amas de Casa 964 Louie Killeen. You would be very welcome to at- formal and friendly, we hold 10am until 12noon. The Spanish women’s associ- tend and see what we do. stamp auctions, quizzes and talks Re-new your membership or be- ation, Amas De Casa would like to Cantabile Singers All are welcome, ex service or not. on stamp collecting. come a member of the Torry invite ladies from the inter- Cantabile Singers are a friendly Membership Secretary: (Pauline), We hold meetings on the 1st and Army for just €5. national community to join. The and sociable group of ladies who 966 704 146. Public Relations Com- 3rd Wednesday of each month, choir of the group is seeking new take their music seriously but mittee Member: (Rick) 966 790 441. starting at 3pm. Meetings are held Torrevieja Christian members and there are many also enjoy lunches in local res- at La Torre Hotel in Los Montesi- Fellowship other activities on offer including taurants and visits to places of in- 50+ Solos nos. Torrevieja Christian Fellowship painting, needlework, guitar, terest. The 50+ SOLOS is open to both Did you collect stamps when you They rehearse on Fridays from 3- ladies and gentlemen on their were young, are you interested in 5pm at La Siesta Church under own and over 50 years of age. taking-up the hobby again? the musical direction of Jennifer There are no subs or fees. Or do you have an old stamp Morton and are always seeking We meet normally twice a month album that you would like to new members. on Saturday lunchtimes at a dif- share with other collectors, every- Anyone interested, contact Jen- ferent restaurant etc for a meal one is welcome to attend any of nifer on 966 796 866 or email:jen- and a chat with like minded our meetings. [email protected]. people. We do support the home- For further information contact Also view their website: less veterans in the UK. For more Alan 868 171 936 (new tel) or email www.cantabile singers.es info and to book contact Ruth 966 [email protected]. 789 063. Come Dine With Us Torrevieja Scottish A great way of making new Phoenix Solos Club Country Dancing Group friends and enjoying restaurants Meet Mondays 11.00-13.00 at the Sessions on Mondays commenc- you may not have been to before. International Marina Club, Torre- ing at 3pm. At El Paraiso, Urb. We go out every week, but you vieja. Jardin del Mar 3, just behind the can come and go as it suits. I have Join us for Sunday lunches, sail- Carrefour. been doing this for the last 10 ing trips, 10 pin bowling, holidays, Beginners, new members and years so it must work. and various other social events. visitors are very welcome. Flat We always have live music and Anyone welcome but very popu- shoes are recommended. For great food. Ages 45+. 15km radius lar with the over 50's/60's. Please more information contact John of Torrevieja. Come on, give it a contact Kitty 965 328 557, Alan 966 on 96 678 3508 or Wilma on 96 673 try. Phone Janet on 667 863 495. 188 786 and Janice 966 789 265. 0666. 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computer and Spanish lessons. Dec 5 and 6 Championship show. as possible. weighing heavily on your mind? required to deal with the physical For further info contact Patricia Downloads are completely free and Don’t know who to talk to? No-one changes. The patient's release from Black, telephone 96 670 83 83. Help at Home Costa aimed solely at enabling indepen- seems to understand? Not sure hospital without the necessary Blanca dent walkers to enjoy the moun- who to trust? Then contact us in knowledge and practice, com- Friends Forever CV -01-048327-A Charity Centre tains. See BlogSpot: http:// total confidence. monly results in physical harm Friends Unlimited has reformed now located at 117 Flamenca michaelsmapsanddirections.blog We will be there for you and by lis- and a loss of confidence just when under a new name - Friends Beach Commercial Centre. spot.com tening aim to help you to find a it is needed to start a new life. In- Forever "we care". Meetings will Shop and Advice centre - open way forward. formation and counselling are of be every 2nd and 3rd Thursday from 10.30am to 2pm. Costa Blanca Raw Hiders You can also come along to our critical importance! We are here to with the 4th out to lunch at 2pm all If you need a little FREE help at Motorcycle Club drop-in centre at our shop situated help. year. home for 4 weeks or need long We are a motorcycle club open to in the Punta Marina Shopping Please call 966 460 063 or email us: For more information please call term respite support, call 965 328 all motorcyclists on the Costa Centre, Punta Prima just south of [email protected] or eost 626 905 853. 794 Orihuela branch or 693 027 026 Blanca. No rules, no committee, no Torrevieja on the N332. [email protected] Quesada branch. stress, just pleasant days out. VILLAMARTIN Should you have a few hours to Please see our website: www. The Vega Baja Spangles Ladies spare each week and wish to join costablancarawhiders.com or Astronomy Group Meetings: Sec- Harmony Chorus us a volunteer, pop in to register, email: costablancarawhiders@ ond Wednesday every month We are a ladies Barbershop Har- The English Folk Music yahoo.co. uk 15.30-17.30 at Lo Marabou Restaur- mony Chorus. Club we need more volunteers to help us help those in need in their own ant, (just off the Lemon Tree We meet at the Las Claras Centre The club meets every Tuesday homes. Baobabs Club Road). in Los Narejos, Los Alcázares, evening at The Rendezvous Bar- If you seek advice relating to Span- Baobabs is a social group for those For directions and map see Murcia every Thursday, from 10.00 Cafe, Edificio Tiro de Pichon, Urb. ish Social & Welfare issues, Trans- with Southern and East African http://www.sites.google.com/site/ to 13.00. If you would like to visit Pueblo Principe, 03192, Villamar- lation and advice is available most connections. vegabajaastronomy one of our rehearsals, or are think- tin, Alicante. Monday and Thursday mornings There are branches for both Costa People do not need a telescope to ing about joining, we'd love to see For more information please call from 11am to 1pm. Email: charity- Blanca South and North. join the group, just a keen interest you. Carol or Ian on 966 762 881, 664 768 centre.helpathome Costa Blanca South meets at in the cosmos. Everyone welcome, Spangles was formed in December 644, email divesmith@hot- [email protected] Cheers Bar/Restaurant near San even for a single visit, so don't be 2004 with just five ladies. Today mail.com, or see the website: Shop and Advice centre - open Miguel de Salinas from 12h00 on shy, go along and meet them. there are more than 40 members. www.englishfolkmusicclub.com from 10.30am to 2pm. Tel: 965 328 the second Saturday each month. There are no membership fees and We are always happy to welcome 794. No fees or formalities. no committee. new members. Please email GENERAL Orihuela Costa office (24 hour For details ring Brian 966 791 970, People wanting more information [email protected] or call answering machine). Tel: 693 027 Sue 966 763 471 or Jean 966 784 735. can contact Pat Phillips by calling 968 334 527or 968 432 525 for full de- 026 Quesada, San Luis, La Siesta, Costa Blanca North meets regu- 96 671 6211 tails. Find out more on our web- Alicante Dog Society larly at Bar Mediterranean, Av- site: www.spangleschorus. com (Sociedad Canina La Mata. Every Tuesday a Charity Market enue de Mediterraneo, the main Expatriate Ostomates Alicante) street in Teulada from 12.00 on the of Spain ACE - Autos y Offices: C/Maestro Barbieri 14, is held at The Celtic Isle Playa Fla- third Saturday each month. For The Expatriate Ostomates of Caravanas de España (03004 Alicante). Tel. 96 520 87 30. menca from 10am to 2pm. Spanish and English products for sale. details ring Dee 965 741 714 or 600 Spain, an association that worked If you have a motor home, caravan email administracion@sociedad 259 450. for 17 years to assist ostomates of or tent come along to a rally and caninaalicante.com. See map for many nationalities in Spain, has meet some new friends, it costs no- office location: http://www. Mountain Walks on now been succeeded by the EOS thing to join us so what do you Sociedadcaninaalicante.com. the Costa Blanca Alcoholics Anonymous Information Service. have to lose. Show this Sunday at El Palmeral There is a BlogSpot dedicated The only requirement for member- Based in Jávea, it continues to pro- Please send an email to AC- park, Alicante, off old coastal air- solely to detailed descriptions and ship is a desire to stop, and regular vide an independent non-profit- [email protected] for further in- port road. Entries on the day be- maps of some 40 mountain walks open information meetings are making national service, using formation or telephone Pauline 965 tween 9-10.30 in the mountains of the Costa held throughout the province to in- telephone and email communi- 076 667/617 114 933. 2015 shows 15 November. Blanca. This BlogSpot is being ex- form both members of the public panded and kept up to date as far and health professionals about the cation, for those who have a uros- 12 step programme that has helped tomy, colostomy or ileostomy. Costa Blanca Catenians millions of alcoholics worldwide to There are several reasons for the The Catenian Group on the Costa achieve sobriety. If you would like necessity of ostomy operations, Blanca, which was formed over WANTED more information about Alco- most commonly the life-threaten- twelve years ago, meets for lunch holics Anonymous and where to ing illness of cancer or the excru- on the second Wednesday of each Audience members required mother. Great songs, funny find your closest meeting, please ciatingly painful ulcerative colitis. month. The group welcomes Cate- to cheer along the goodies sketches and a great fairytale call: Costa Blanca NORTH (+34) The surgical removal of such an nians and ex-Catenians and their and boo the baddies. Don't let story. 648 169 045 (for areas Alicante & illness can and should be cel- partners whether living on the Sleeping Beauty sleep Get your tickets now from northwards). ebrated! Costa Blanca or simply taking a forever... let's get her Prince Jenny 608 129 983 or Leigh 679 Costa Blanca SOUTH (+34) 625 912 Nevertheless, this positive reac- holiday. Charming to awaken her and 679 584. 078 (for areas south of Alicante). tion can be marred by the practical The lunches take place at various have a happy ending It's a Only €6 each . difficulties of obtaining and then restaurants up and down the coast traditional Panto. Men Ticket sales will be do- Flamenco For All coping with the equipment from Dénia in the north to Torre- dressed as women, principle nated to various charities in- Social Club boys, good fairies, bad fairies cluding Age Concern and Alz- Non-profit cultural association. and a dreadful wicked step- heimer's. For details 630 689 431. The Sevillanas Club, held every last Sunday of the month, has changed venue to the new 'Bule- rias' pub, on the Cabo Roig round- about, Orihuela Costa. Call 630 689 431 for more in- formation.

Samaritans in Spain Glitz and glam for MABS Samaritans in Spain have launched a new national free- MABS are hosting a Glitz & Glamour Fashion Show showcas- phone number: 900 525 100. The ing a fantastic range of high quality clothing, shoes, bags and line is open 24 hours a day, every jewellery for autumn, winter and Christmas party season. day of the year, and is staffed by The fashion show will be held at the popular venue Las Cla- volunteer English speakers ready ras Centre, Los Alcazares on Tuesday, November 3, 14.30 to listen to anyone facing emo- (doors open 14.00). tional difficulties. Drinks and snacks will be available at the bar. More information about the work Tickets only €3 available from MABS shop 60 Avenida La of the Samaritans in Spain is avail- Union, San Javier (on main road near Mercadona). Open 10.00 able at their website, samaritan- - 14.00. Monday to Friday. Call 968 191 300. sinspain.com A ticket will guarantee entry to this extremely popular al- You talk – We Listen. Is something ways sell out event. Page 68 COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015

vieja in the south. There is little or ferent venues across the region. Royal Air Forces For details of membership, please HAH Mar Menor no formality, simply an enjoyable At every meal there is opportunity Association Branch contact Tom by calling 96 572 0919 HAH Help At Home is a charity lunch in pleasant company! to exchange business cards, to 1359 or send an email to tomandkaty helping people who are struggling Anyone wishing to know more listen to speaker slots and provide The Branch meets on the third @tpargeter.com. to cope following illness etc. about the Costa Blanca Catenian support and encouragement for Tuesday of the month at the El Pa- We offer a SHORT term solution, group should contact Vincent one another. raiso restaurant located close to Freewheelers Motoring subject to volunteer resources. O'Brien (0034) 966 405 225 or We are a non-profit-making or- the Carrefour Supermarket in Tor- Group We are not an emergency service, [email protected] ganisation and we include raising revieja. Freewheelers is a group of motor- nor do we take the place of your For details of the next luncheon money for different charities as The meeting starts at 2.30pm.You ing enthusiasts who enjoy a drive doctor. please contact Vincent O'Brien as part of our monthly activities. do not have to be an ex-member of out together, visit interesting We offer help to those who have above. We welcome any woman in busi- the RAF to join this friendly As- places and have lunch together. mobility problems, along with use ness and both members and non- sociation and if you are interested No committee, no rules, no fees, of mobility aids for our clients who Harley Owners Group members can join in our lunches, or wish for more information just a day out. are finding it difficult to cope. This (Costa Blanca Bikers find out more about us and make please do not hesitate to contact To see the places we have been to service is FREE, subject to assess- España) new contacts and friends. the Chairman on 692 508 916 or visit www.TorreviejaInformation ment by our British trained nurse, Monthly organised ride outs to For further information please Welfare tel 615 048 892 or visit the .com/freewheeler, then come and and will be in your own home. fantastic locations, plus a superb email: vice-president@company website: www.rafacb.com join us! Visit our website www.helpat social calendar of events and activ- women.org or if you would like to home.es. If you require help please ities.So if you want to enjoy your attend one of our Company Freemasonry Costa Blanca Mountain telephone 633 673 034 Mon - Fri Harley throughout 2015 with like Women events visit: http:// Are you aware that Freemasonry Walkers 9.30-5.30 Other enquiries to our minded bikers, then contact Peter company women.org is thriving on the Costa Blanca? Please check our website for more Careline 603 517 770 or 968 134 978. Emmett, Press Officer on 966 461 There are various lodges meeting information www. cbmwalkers Email helpathomespain @gmail. 039 or email him at peter@peter- Age Concern up and down the coast. .org. Walking boots, packed lunch com emmett.com Are you thinking of doing a clear If you already are a Mason or and adequate drinking water are out? Age Concern are always simply wish to know more about required. Protection against sun The Strictly Social Club Alicante Business Club grateful for good quality donated Freemasonry in Spain please con- and rain are recommended. We are the Strictly Social Club, a We are a networking group with items ie. clothing bric - a-brac etc. tact Harry Palmer Membership Walkers participate at their own non profit, English speaking club. an informal approach to business for sale at our Charity Shops. Committee on telephone 966 712 risk. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wed- networking. No joining or mem- Monies raised in the Charity 326 or email: palmers.que The rules and guidelines for walk- nesday of each month, at the New bership fee. We meet on the 1st Fri- Shops are used to support the [email protected] ing are given on our website, Asturias Restaurant in Punta day of the month to enjoy a drink work of the Organisation. cbmwalkers.org. Please refer to Prima on the N332. and make new connections. Any items to be donated can be Vivace Choir this website for further in- At the present time, we are ac- Contact Garry on 618 048 532 for taken directly to our Shops in Tor- The mixed choir of around fifty formation and any last minute tively looking to recruit new further details or join us on Face- revieja or Los Montesinos, our voices with members from a var- changes to the walks or contact the members to our club. book. Centre in La Siesta or, we are more iety of European countries, meet leaders on the numbers above. Our club activities include, a quiz, We are meeting at the moment at than willing to collect. If you wish every Thursday from 7.15pm until For those wishing to walk inde- with a guest speaker from time to 19.00 at The Bridge Bar, Rojales. for any donated items to be col- 9.30pm at the Casa de Cultura in pendently go to our website: walk- time, and is primarily a place for lected, please ring Age Concern on San Miguel. sinspain.org which is dedicated to people to meet and make new RAF Administrative 96 678 6887. Vivace is a friendly classical choir free walking route descriptions friends. Apprentices Association Volunteers are urgently needed in directed by Tom Pargeter who wel- with maps and gps trails in the During the year, we also organise Were you, or do you know some- all areas by the Age Concern LIFE- comes new members to all vocal Costa Blanca and other parts of trips out to places of interest. body, who was an RAF Adminis- LINE Team visiting people in their parts. Spain. So, if you would like to join our trative Apprentice who did their own homes to assess their needs training at RAF St Athan, RAF and reporting back to the Lifeline Hereford, RAF Bircham Newton Team Leader. or RAF Halton between 1947 - 1973. Can you spare a few hours each Formed 16 years ago, we have a week to give a little help where Nearly new fashion show thriving Association, we hold An- required as there are many people nual Reunions and publish a two who live alone, are lonely and need monthly Newsletter. There is also some form of social contact. If you It´s back! The Nearly New fashion Show and a active local group of ex Appren- can help in this respect, please call sale in aid of Elche Children's Home will once tices now residing in Spain who Age Concern on 96 678 6887. again be staged at the Los Rosales Restaurant meet on a regular basis. on the Lemon Tree Road, Campo de Guardamar Visit our website at www. Sailing Association on Tuesday, November 17. This well-supported rafadappassn.org or contact the Mar Menor (SAMM) show has run twice before and has raised a Membership Secretary, Tony Bur- New competitors and members total of €3,500 for the Home and we are hoping chell by email: membersec@ welcome. Sailing for everyone - 1 to build on our success this time around. rafadaassn.org mtr, radio controlled, dinghies, day boats, cruisers and regular handi- Although primarily dedicated to fund- Company Women cap race meetings. raising, the aim is also to have a fun night and Company Women aims to help Based at CAR in Los Alcazares, the for everyone to go home with a bag full of bar- women in business across the association welcomes new gains! All the clothes, both in the show and the Costa Blanca to network, share members. sale, have been donated. ideas and build their skills base. Monthly meetings at CAR, 11am. The clothes are a mix of old and new and in- It is a supportive group which Second Wednesday in the month. clude brands you will know. Prices are fantastic meets on the first Thursday of For more information see www. and range from €1 t-shirts to €25 for a complete every month to have lunch at dif- sailingmarmenor.com outfit with lovely evening wear just in time for your festive cruise or getaway to Benidorm! All clothes are for sale on the night (cash only) and can be tried on at the venue. Men are welcome too as we do have some items for the guys. The show starts at 7pm but the venue will be open from 6.30pm with clothes on sale from that time. After the show all clothes modelled can be purchased too. Tickets can be obtained by calling or email- There will be a hot meal available after the ing Jan (666 804 147 / email janinca- show at 8.30pm. There is a choice of three [email protected]) or Lynne (650 575 602 /email menus: chicken tikka masala, pork steak or [email protected] ) . Show only tickets vegetarian lasagne.The bar will be open can be purchased at the venue on the night. throughout. Our thanks, in advance to all our willing vol- Tickets are on sale right now for €12 to in- unteers who help to put on the show and also to clude the meal. If you don't want to eat your those kind enough to donate such lovely ticket will cost just €5. clothes. COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015 Page 69

merry throng, please contact: happy to welcome new members. Brian Tanner on 678 807 159 or Further details: Hon Sec 965 724 Margaret on 966 730 569 where you 652. will made to be very welcome. Costa Blanca Business Chorale Chamber Choir Group Chorale seeks to expand its mem- Meetings are held on the 1st Fri- bership, and is actively looking for day of every month. For more in- more choristers to join immedi- formation see www.costablanca ately. These should be experienced businessgroup. com singers, able to read music, and willing to attend weekly rehearsals T.A.A.B.S on Wednesdays. T.A.A.B.S is under the direction of More info from Christine Eames: Shirley Godfrey. 647 130 214. The singing group will perform free to help raise funds for charity. Jaguar Enthusiast's Club Please contact Shirley on 677 313 The JEC is the largest Jaguar club 073 to book the group or for further in the world, for more information information. see the website: www.jec.org.uk If you own a Jaguar and live in The Hopefuls Spain you really shoud be a The group that has been meeting member of the JEC Spain. We for the past few months regarding have regular meetings in the Ali- all kinds of dementias including cante area. The meetings are open Alzheimer's, strokes, cardiovascu- Perrera supporters take the plunge to all Jaguar owners as well as lar etc., has decided that we need members of the JEC. official help to become a legal as- Nine volunteers have bravely completed a minutes from San Javier airport, and all of the For more information please con- sociation. sponsored freefall skydive from 3500 metres to money donated will be used to care for the tact Eric Arnold by email: We want to be able to get all the raise over €4,000 through for the Los Infiernos dogs. [email protected] benefits due to us as a legal recog- dog refuge in Murcia. The shelter's supporters said there is a con- nised group. With that in mind we The volunteers took the plunge on October tinual flow of dogs and they work hard to find Royal Marines are now taking appropriate steps 11, after taking off from the Skydive Murcia suitable homes for all of them in Spain and Association in getting all the necessary in- centre in Ontur near Hellín. across the rest of Europe. The Costa Blanca Branch meet on formation with that goal in mind. They thanked all of the sponsors for their "However until each dog leaves the costs as- the last Tuesday of each month at Meantime we will meet on Friday's generous help, particularly Em's Bar in sociated with its feeding, medication and vet- Casa Ventura, San Luis Urban- at Lui's Lounge at San Javier Sucina, La Casa Familiar in Estrella de Mar erinary treatment are high so additional funds isation at 6.30pm. Camp Site on the Balsicas Road, (Los Urrutias), New York's Bar in Lo Santiago are always very welcome," they noted. We enjoy a full programme of So- San Javier at 11.30am where we urbanisation, Paddy's Point in La Zenia and For more information about the refuge, cial Events, Menus del Dia and An- enjoy coffees, teas or soft drinks. also the Spangles chorus group from Los Alcá- their activities or to arrange a visit, either nual Dinner. We need more people to join us, zares. email [email protected] or see The aim of the Association is to both English and Spanish speak- Los Infiernos Perrera is a small facility lo- the Facebook page, Los Infiernos Perrera Sup- bring together not just ex Royal ing. Carers and people with any of cated in the of Torre Pacheco, 10 porters. Marines but ex Service personnel the dementias are welcome at all with an affinity to the Royal Mar- times. ines. For further info please contact We are a friendly bunch that sup- Sheila Merrett on 968 185 008 or 667 ports other local ex Service Associ- 587 187 or email: sheila Musical Mystery Tour by The New ations and Charities and are [email protected] Cardenal Belluga Theatre Group Halloween at Marjal

Fantastic Halloween Market getting into the Halloween at the Marjal on Sat- spirit by wearing fancy urday, October 31 starting at dress, so come along and 11am. support the day! Grand Charity Raffle in aid of DEBRA (But- terfly Children), around 35-40 great stands, and Dan Davy the fabulous singer enter- taining from 1pm - 3pm. Dan is very kindly donating his The show ran on Thursday On both nights the show what we do. time in sup- and Friday, October 15 and 16 was a great success, in fact on We now have DVDs of the port of the with most of the seats full. At Friday we were honoured by show, so if you would like to charity. the end of the show on Thurs- the presence of our mayor and purchase one contact me on A lot of day, the Hope Christian Fel- local councillors. On Thurs- 966 790 547. The proceeds will the stall- lowship Church, run by Pas- day, October 22, myself and go towards costumes and holders tor Bryan presented our group councillor Polino visited the sound equipment for the next will be with a cheque to the value of San Fulgencio School to hand show around June of next €500 to go towards the school over a cheque of €1500,for the year. We are still looking for book fund which helps under books. We found that there is new members, including tech- privileged children at the also a group of children who nical people for lighting, school to borrow books from would like to be involved in sound and stage, so if you are their library which has been the theatre group, so we sug- interested please contact us. newly introduced. We thank gested that they come along to Tom Ford the church for the cheque. one of our rehearsals to see Chairman Page 70 COSTA NEWS, October 30-November 5, 2015

Local business helps local Studio32 charity almost ready Spanish Life Properties will continue to raise Irene kindly brings a regular supply of money for The Children's Home on a regular Smarties from England! basis and this starts very soon! Kellie is getting ready for her Smartie Party for curtain up In the photograph you can see some of the with a Halloween theme on Friday, October 30. With only three weeks to go to their production of Dick Whit- Spanish Life Property Team handing over a Kellie, one of the very first Smarties Girls tington, Studio32, the Costa Blanca's brightest musical com- cheque for €1865 to charity founder Annette will be giving out special tubes of Halloween pany, are in the final stages of rehearsals. English - this money was raised for the Smarties - complete with "spider" to support Susanne Sayers returns to the role of Principal Boy, this children at The Estate Agents Summer Ball The Children's Home in Elche on Friday, Oc- year playing Dick Whittington. She is supported by her faithful held at La Finca Golf and Spa Resort Hotel. tober 30, 6pm at Spanish Life Properties SL feline companion Patches the Cat, played by one of our talented And now Smartie Party Girl Kellie Callag- new look offices in Quesada This is the place young stars Alice Wakeford. han arranges to meet Smartie 'Delivery Girl' to be - cava canapés, crystal ball strawberries Our lead actors and actresses are backed up by a strong Irene Kirk in Quesada. and... Smarties! chorus line of seasoned singers and dancers, including once again the delightfully talented children of Footwork dance school. Come and join in the pantomime fun as Dick sets out to seek his fortune and be- come Lord Mayor of London. The show goes on at the Cardenal Belluga Theatre, San Fulgen- cio from Thursday, No- vember 12 to Saturday, November 14. Evening performances start at 7.30pm with doors open 7pm. There is also a matinee on Sat- urday, November 14 which starts at 2.30pm with doors open at 2pm. Reserved seating tickets, priced at €7 for evenings and €5 for the matinee, are available by calling Philip on 642 080 258 or email tickets@studiothir- Patches the Cat, played by Alice tytwo.org Wakeford

Left to right: Kellie Callaghan, Mark Roscoe Director, Clive Smith and far right is Annette English founder of The Elche Children's Home Charity

Dick Whittington, played by Susanne Sayers