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ast month I had been reJulianed! This month I’ve been Ettifished at Etticut hair salon in Turre and food allergy tested by Jackie of Harmony Therapies also in Turre. The Ettifish was unexpectedly pleasurable. Having ticklish feet I was worried how I would stifle the screams but it wasn’t ticklish at all, more a tingly sensation. The only thing I can liken it to is that of ‘spacedust’ and the way it fizzes and pops in your mouth. I felt like I was walking on air when I left. The allergy test was completely painless and very informative. No needles are involved!!! All you do is hold a small electrode connected to an ‘EAV’ machine. Jackie then uses a probe on an acupuncture point on a finger on your other hand, the machine then measures your body ’s response to the ampoules of various foodstuffs placed in it in turn. There was a phew of relief when the chocolate and white wine responses were normal, bread and cakes I can learn to live
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without! I would recommend it to anyone especially as it is only 30€ at the moment instead of 50€. It may well give you the reason for symptoms that otherwise have no explanation. I wasn’t going to but I can’t help it … its 60 sleeps, 3 hours, 14 minutes and 46 seconds to Christmas!!!! Or it was at the time I wrote this. ‘Advertisees’, please start thinking about your Christmas messages. To those who send in their events please note there is no January issue so all January dates need to be included in the December issue, the ultimate deadline for which will be 25th November. If you miss it don’t worry, I can include it on The Advertiser facebook page. Until next month, Tracey
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from REAL-COVERS is starting his winter pool cover campaign. If you install a winter pool cover now you don’t just save on the cost of the cover but you will be saving on maintenance costs, chemicals and electricity, as none of these are required during the winter period whilst the cover is on - the cover pays for itself in the first year! Telephone Dany on 950 478 763 or call into his office on Mojácar Playa, within Axa Insurance, near the Irish Rover. Bar La Finca, The Fundraiser Charity Shops and Harmony Hand Therapies are organising a Charity Fun Run/Walk on Sunday 20th November to raise money for Breast Cancer AECC. Registration is 2€ whereupon you will be handed a sponsor form to raise more funds. The organisers would like you to try and wear pink tops or basques to further support the cause and a prize is on offer for the best basque. After the event you will be welcomed at Bar La Finca for food and drinks where there will also be some market stalls. Forms are available now from Bar La Finca (Mojacar Playa), The Fundraiser shops (Turre and Vera) and Harmony Hand Therapies (Turre). Men and women of all ages are welcome. The first ever AquaZumba classes in Spain are being launched by Alison of Get Fit, Stay Fit. Known as the “pool party”, AquaZumba blends all the fun, excitement and music of a traditional Zumba class with the toning, cardio and exhilarating benefits of aqua classes, plus it’s easy on the joints! Classes have now started at Vera Beach Club … call Alison on 637 465 487 to book a place. From the 1st October the UK Customs guidelines for the import of cigarettes and tobacco from EU Countries changed. Although there is still no limit on products imported for personal use, the guideline limits are now: 800 Cigarettes (was 3,200) and 1kg Tobacco (was 3kg). The existing limits on cigars, cigarillos, beer, wines, spirits and fortified wines remain unchanged. If you import more than the specified limit and a customs official from the UK Border Agency (UKBA) believes the goods are for a commercial purpose then they may seize them and any vehicle used to transport them, and may not return them to you. Anyone interested in Solar Electricity contact Suckling Electrical. If you can’t get electricity
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for some reason then this may be the way to go. Full or part systems can be installed. Give Gary a call on 663 660 409 or anyone Spanish you know who may be interested can call 677 672 144 for a Spanish speaker. Also give Gary a call if you have changed your washing machine, dishwasher, or any other appliance and don’t know what to do with the old one as he will come and pick it up and take it away. Simples!! Plan your fish and chip intake with precision as due to family commitments Zak’s Plaice in Garrucha will be closed from Tuesday 15th November, re-opening on Tuesday 6th December whereupon telephone orders may be recommended to avoid the stampede! I’ve ordered mine!! The ultimate in dog treats is here… Carol of Ashlove’s Pet House has been busy baking homemade dog cookies which are now on sale in the shop. Connexions in Turre are running a Christmas Raffle, from the 1st of November until 19th December. Every time you spend 20€ or more when purchasing a product from the shop, your details will go into the draw. 1st prize is a touch screen mobile phone, 2nd prize is 10€ top up on your mobile and 3rd prize is a box of wine. Connexions is celebrating 8 years of trading in the area and running the raffle to say thank you to their loyal customers. Also if you have an i-pad and need a micro sim to run the internet they now have them in stock on a pay as you go low cost service. Ring Ken or Gill on 950 479 502. They will help you with all your computer and mobile phone needs. A Pre-Christmas Craft Fair in aid of Asprodalba is being held at the chiringuito Vera Natura (ex Sol y Luna), Vera Playa on 6th November. Stalls to include a great range of handcrafted, locally produced goods. Special items such as embroidered goose eggs, bobbin lace Xmas tree ornaments, silver jewellery, hand- made cards, ceramics, wooden puzzles and much, much more. Open from 11am - 5pm. Further info from Pam 950 069 249. On 12th November from 12 noon until 4pm, at Bar El Pinar, is an Autumn Fair in aid of MACS. Stalls with branded children’s clothing (up to 75% off original prices), ladies fashion accessories, soaps, skincare and Avon products, hand-made fairy dolls, cards, books, pies and pickles, jams and cakes. Entertainment by Lady Ellen and Darren Antony. And if that wasn’t enough to be going on with, the
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famous Pork Pie auction, kids’ fancy dress competition and Name the Bear game. And on 19th November a PreChristmas Fair at The New Kimrick from 12 noon until 3pm. Stalls to include jewellery, accessories, fashions, cards, pastries, make-up, curry, soaps, and more. The Dames in Spain have a couple of events organised for November. On 17th there is a trip to Bodega Cerdo, Hondon followed by shopping in Alicante. Info and tickets from Irene Bensen 950 529 399. At their meeting on 21st, at The New Kimrick, a Hair and Beauty Demonstration by Emporium. Friends and guests are always welcome. Dames in Turre have a shopping trip to Murcia commercial centres for 22nd November. Tickets are 14€. Guests are welcome. To book your place contact Lesley on 950 478 633 or email lesleyiom@yahoo.co.uk. At their meeting on November 28th (11am, Centro de Usos Multiples, Turre) the speaker is Stuart Green who will be talking about his life in the orchestra as a viola player. And they will be holding their Christmas Market on Saturday 3rd December in the main square in Turre. Stalls are available at 5€. Call Jean 647 020 783 or email jean22b@hotmail.com. Harmony Hand Therapies, Turre have a 10 Year Younger clinic on 23rd November. Call Jackie on 634 331 798 to book your free consultation. The Anglican Church is holding its Christmas Fair at the Hotel Puntazo on Friday 2nd December. Starting at 10am with something for everyone … Clothes stalls, bric-a brac, home-made cakes, books and games, raffles and port and mince pies to get you in the festive mood. The Church is totally self funding and gives generously to charities and this is the Church’s main fundraising event of the year. For the month of November Iron art, El Real Antas have 10% off their leather suite range and 50% off all planters. Coming soon … Paving Slabs. See their advert on page 23 for more info. on what else they do.
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And finally … Apparently someone has fallen for this scam. I’m not sure if it’s right or not but better to be safe than sorry … The AMMYY Scam has been around a while but it has recently surfaced in the Mojacar area. This is what happens … You receive a phone call purporting to be from Microsoft Technical Support, Telefonica, or some other reputable organisation, the name of which you recognise and respect. They claim that your computer is reporting problems or is infected with a virus, trojan or other malware and that they have called to assist you in fixing the problems. They then get you to turn on your computer and follow their instructions to install remote control software, normally on www.ammyy.com or www.logmein.com, so that they can fix the problems on your computer for you. These are legitimate programs that allow a computer to be accessed and controlled remotely over the Internet. They are usually used for technical support. If you follow their instructions you will set up perfectly legitimate remote access to your computer which will then allow them to log in to your computer from anywhere in the world and control it in the same way as you do with your own keyboard and mouse. What then happens is that they access your computer while you are still on the phone and claim to have detected many problems. Then they demand money (by you giving them your credit card details obviously) to fix your problems. The charge can be anything up to 200€ or more. If you decline, they threaten to crash your computer. Naturally, if you have fallen for it and followed their instructions and installed the remote access software, then they could actually do what they want on your computer, at any time you are connected to the Internet, including deleting files or stealing personal information etc. Also, they could have remotely installed all manner of trojans or keyloggers etc. while they had access pretending to check your computer. More on it at http:// antivirus.about.com/b/2010/12/08/ ammy-com-scam.htm
Retirement Life in Spain Retirement to Spain is a dream many people have; the sunshine, outdoor life and the slower pace. Moving house in your own country involves a lot of changes; when moving to a different country there are even more factors to consider. As ex-pats we do not always know exactly what we are entitled to from ‘the system’; but it is surprising how much help and support is available. With the language and system differences it makes sense to have help and support to receive all the benefits you are entitled to. For some people help in their own homes is best, for others it is best to live in a community where support and friends are close by. If you would like more information Pia Retirement Homes can be contacted on 950 468 176 or 664 804 357. E-mail: info@retirementhomespain
"The bar for grown-ups"
Elegant & Relaxing Lounge Bar Paseo del Mediterraneo, Mojacar (below Restaurante Mediterraneo) Z-4 Open 2 pm ‘til late Closed Tuesday Note ... throughout November we will be open 2 pm until 9 pm Thursdays & Sundays
FUN QUIZ Wednesday 9.30pm
Tlf: 666 140 901 Dart Board Sky Sports
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THE CRAZY COW CAFÉ Come and graze on our
FAMOUS TAPAS NEW Winter TAPAS Menu available now All freshly cooked to order
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English Cinema Club showing THE KING'S SPEECH Free membership, hot & cold buffet ... 10€ Saturday 17th December Christmas Dinner & Dance with the Mojacar Freemasons and entertainment by OBSESSION DUO ... brand new act to Mojacar from the Fred Olsen Cruise Lines ... 12€ per person
Christmas Eve ... 20€ per person Party Night with entertainment by OBSESSION DUO and a special top class Festive Hot & Cold Buffet Christmas Day ... 40€ per person Traditional 5 course menu with Christmas cocktail & canapes on arrival. Sittings at 1.30pm and 5pm. Followed by entertainment.
New Year's Eve ... Fantastic Festive Buffet, Entertainment & FREE BAR ... 45€ per person For further details or bookings
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taboos and to get young people to address sensitive issues. This Centre, although not yet fully completed, is already being used by local schools, orphanages, youth clubs and community groups, providing opportunities for young people to develop their skills and knowledge of a range of sports with the organisation of fixtures and competitions. In addition to the work amongst children, creative arts are being used to help inform the local community on ways of preventing HIV, malaria and waterborne diseases. Heshima also offers support and advice for parents struggling with family issues and works closely with the community in helping them find work, arranging training, resources and education as necessary, in which regard a number of sewing machines have recently been purchased and many local women trained in design and production of simple items for the ‘Fair Trade’ market. Another recent initiative has been the creation of a Mother and Toddler Group at which mothers are able to learn some basic English, which will improve their chances of getting a job whilst their children are able to engage in creative play: They sing songs, play games, listen to a story and have a go at Art and Crafts. All the activities are done in English, without some knowledge of which they get left behind at school and have no chance of being accepted into a secondary school. ss sizes in local schools are huge. Many teachers try to teach classes of 70 or more. Children have to share desks and chairs and there are few resources. Heshima offers children more individual help on every Saturday, using trained off-duty teachers to listen to their reading; help them with their Maths and spend some time developing a sport such as basketball or swimming. This supplements what they get in
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school and they are able to ask for help with topics they do not understand. Saturday school is making a difference and has helped many students to improve their confidence and therefore their achievement in school. Knowing that links between schools from different countries benefits everyone involved, Heshima initiates and facilitates shared projects and helps to arrange school visits and exchanges, as well as offering a variety of after school clubs and workshops to enable students to experience subjects that aren’t often taught in schools such as Drama, Music and Art.
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REAL-COVERS is a well established business that has been offering swimming pool covers since 1993 in the Alicante ,Murcia, Granada and, mainly since 2001, in the Almeria area. Offering their Aircap Solar and Aircap Solar Reinforced covers at unbeatable factory prices, allowing you to extend your bathing season a little longer and get more use out of your pool investment. On the other hand, for those who prefer to save money during the winter months, private or communal pools, they highly ecommend their winter protection pool cover which will save you the expense of maintenance, chemicals and electricity, as none of these are needed during the period that you keep the cover on, meaning the cover will practically pay for itself in the first year. At the same time your pool cover will also help to prevent accidents (especially in communal pools) and will guard against frost which can create cracks in your pool in those colder inland areas. REAL-COVERS are installing many of these covers at the moment as they are offering such good prices and including all stainless steel fixtures and fittings.
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For more info. and a no obligation quote for your private or communal pool cover contact Dany on 950 478 763 or 609 667 333. Or call into his office on Mojácar playa which is situated within Axa Insurance, near the Irish Rover.
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New A La Carte Menu plus 1, 2 & 3 course Traditional Tuesday & Wednesday : 2 for 22€ Sunday Lunch Thursday & Friday : Set 2 & 3 course menus Mojácar Playa Z-5 Saturday : Special 3 Course Sampler Menu
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Lovers of RAMO DEL LIMON will now be able to get their fix of Katie’s International Fusion at lunchtime with a brand new lunch and snack menu. As of 2nd November the restaurant will ALSO be open Tuesday to Saturday 12.30pm until 3.30pm and Sundays 1pm until 3.30pm. Tuesdays and Wednesdays a Menu del Día will be available of 2 & 3 courses priced at 7€ & 9€ respectively. Thursdays will be themed lunch specials featuring home-made savoury pies, pasties and tarts such as Breakfast Pie, Beef Bourguignon & Potato pie, Smoked Fish Pasty. Fridays there will be a special selection of tapas and wine (similar to the Saturday night sampler menu). Saturdays a special 5€ lunch menu. Daily specials will also be available Tuesdays to Fridays. Snacks include a selection of sandwiches, salads, special burgers like Tandoori Chicken Burger plus home-made flatbread wraps with a variety of fillings. There will always be something different on the new lunchtime menus so feel free to call for details. Ramo del Limon by night now has a new al la carte menu available every evening with additional Coronation Chicken Terrine with menus also being served …. toasted Naan & Crispy Onion Bhaji
Tuesday & Wednesday Duet of Salmon Roulade evening the ever popular ‘2 for 22€’ – 3 courses for 2 people for 22€. Thursday and Friday evenings there are 2 & 3 course Table d’Hote menus for 10.50€ & 12.50€ respectively. Saturday evenings a Special 3 course Sampler Menu from 16€. Sundays … Lunches are back from 1pm until 3.30pm with a choice of 1, 2 or 3 courses … Meats to include Roast Rib Eye Beef, Slow Roast Belly Pork, Stuffed Turkey Breast & Leg of Lamb, served with all the usual trimmings. (Yes! you can have Yorkshire pudding with any of them!!). Bookings are advisable as they are very popular. And of course all the above can be topped off with Katie’s inimitable home-made desserts!! Vegetarian and gluten free options are also catered, as are children. Throughout December a Christmas Party Menu will be available lunchtime and evening for your private parties and gatherings – this must be booked in advance. Note there are new winter hours for both the bar and restaurant in that they will now be closed Sunday evenings and all day Monday. The Wednesday Quiz night remains the same at 9pm as does the free WiFi. Restaurant hours are Monday to Saturday 12.30pm until 3.30pm and 7pm until 10.30pm. Sundays 1pm until 3.30pm. Reservations or enquiries 950 472 659. For those who haven’t been they are situated in the Gaviota Complex, Mojacar Playa, just off the roundabout at the riding stables ‘Cueva del Lobo’ on the road to La Parata. You will not be disappointed! One of Katie’s Chocolate Creations! PAGE
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orry to bring this up, but you must be made aware that it is nearly Christmas again. It’s November now so don’t forget that anything you want to buy online for Christmas should be ordered sooner rather than later. It’s the best and cheapest way to get prezzies to family and friends back home. Where ever that might be. If you are a little stuck for ideas about the littluns this year try www.northpole.com It’s a fantastic site for kids to play on with lots of christmassy games and activities for free. Of course something this good has to have a revenue stream so there is a toy shop incorporated into the site. I’ve checked it over and there definitely seems to be a leaning towards tasteful and educational toys. This site was built responsibly. The site has many interactive features that I, at least, found to be fun. While I was there I got to
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sing some songs with the elves, something I haven’t done since Glastonbury ‘87. Then I built a snowman, something I haven’t done since London ‘77. There’s tons of fun things to do on this site for the kids and even pretend grown-ups will have a giggle. It’s about as fun as Christmas shopping can get too. Northpole.com has Christmas recipes for you to play at with the kids, they have a facility to send and receive letters to and from Santa, these letters can be personalised too. There is a section where parents can log in, this means the kids can not see this bit. Here you can organise a letter from Santa and even a birthday card for later in the year. You can access personalised stories and something called a “Good Deeds Calendar”. They have this to say about that; “Parents, use our free Good Deeds calendars to encourage a spirit of good behaviour throughout the year, not just before Christmas! Decorated with delightful northpole.com drawings, these calendars are a gentle reminder of Christmas all year long - and a great way to give children a sense of accomplishment.” What I have to say about that; “You
never know, it might work.” It’s all good on this site, you and your Sproggs will love it. Enough said about that for now I think, lets talk about Earthquakes. When I am not being a writer I have a real job. I am in “Earth Movement” I believe I’m considered to be rather good at it but when it comes to being good at moving earth no one comes close to Mother Nature, especially when she’s got a mood on. Yesterday I felt the earth move in a way I haven’t since Glastonbury ‘87 and on realising that I had just felt an earthquake I set about finding out more about it. I navigated my way to www.meteomurcia.com where I found out everything I wanted to know about local earthquakes and then I found out a good deal I wish I hadn’t. Their records for this region go from 1406 to about 2 hours before I sat down to write this column. The frequency of the quakes startled me. I had no idea there had been so many. The site shows the time, date and epicentre of all of them. The quakes are not really put into perspective until you get to1930 when the introduction of the Richter-scale makes comparison easier but, that aside, I now feel as though I might
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Dames in Spain were enthralled by Duncan Burr’s account of his ascent up Kilimanjaro in Tanzania in April 2011 which, standing at around 5891.8m, is the highest mountain in Africa. Duncan’s description of his climb had the ladies both amused and amazed at his endurance and determination. The climb and descent took Duncan 7 days to complete and his determination carried him through to achieve his goal. Not only did he succeed where many had failed to reach the summit but he raised an amount from sponsors of approximately 2,000€.
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I, Curtis Helm, was so frustrated with all the talk of will it, wont it, about the new Paramount Theme Park Murcia opening that I went to Madrid to see for myself. Posing as an international journalist I got into the press conference and presentation held at the Villa Magna Hotel. Heading the presentation was Jesus Samper CEO of Parques Reunidos, Ramon Luis Valcarcel, president of the province of Murcia and Mike Bartok head of licensing for Paramount theme parks. They told journalists that the Paramount theme park and Lifestyle Centre would open in 2015 at a cost of over 1 billion euros. The park will open 282 days of the year from 10am-10pm. It will consist of 7 hotels and over 30 themed rides, Titanic, Star Trek, Mission Impossible, Rango's Wild West, Sleepy Hollow, Grease, etc. The park will be situated between Alhama de Murcia and Fuente Alamo only 75 minutes from Mojácar. I spoke with Mike Bartok, head of licensing for Paramount, after the presentation who assured me that it was all systems go for the first phase of the project which will create 22,000 jobs in the building phase and 6,000 employees when the park opens in 2015. The park hopes to attract 3 million visitors in its first year with a projection of over 4 million by 2024. For more information contact Curtis Helm at El Retiro Gallery, Turre.
www.advertisermojacar.com Occasions Christmas stock is increasing by the day ... cards individual and boxed, gift wrap and bags, ribbons and bows, a selection of crackers, decorations and cake decorations, gifts and 2012 diaries. Plus all the essential items to make your party the best ever ... poppers, banners, hats, etc. If you can't find what you're looking for then Anji will endeavour to get it for you. Exclusive to Occasions is the © The Advertiser arrival of helium light up balloons!!! (see below left). Occasions is open Monday to Friday 10am - 9pm and Saturday 10am - 2pm. You can find them in Plaza del Estrella, Mojacar Playa (behind the tobacconist, near Indigo Gym). Or call Anji on 950 478 539 Email: occasionsspain@hotmail.com
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‘Oh My Cod’ … Fishy Friday at Arriba Bistro & Café Bar
Western Style Buffet at Miraflores, Camping Los Gallardos with their very own C & W singer Kris Kelly Tracey Seaman (second from left) celebrated her birthday at The New Kimrick hog roast while below it was fun and games on the dance floor with DJ Ian!
Charity night in aid of ASADIS at El Naranjo
It was a packed house for ‘Johnny Vee’ at Miraflores, Camping Los Gallardos - just one of the events organised to celebrate the campsite’s 20th anniversary.
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Birthday celebrations on Flamenco Show Night at El Gaucho ... left, Raymond Wagner and golf buddies and below, Janet Knight
Beryl, The Advertiser photographer Ian’s mum, enjoying her 84th Birthday at Arriba Bistro & Café Bar Tucking into Sunday Roast Lunch, right and Friday’s Fish & Chips, below at Mesa Bar-Grill-Restaurant
Mid-week Roast with entertainment by Lady Ellen at Bar El Pinar.
‘Betty Swollocks’ Mojacar’s only drag artist entertains in Bar Med.
Friday night at the Jukebox presents DJ Jay Gee - formerly of Liquid Mojacar, Otto Zutz Barcelona & Pacha Ibiza.
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The Healing Power of Crystals final part Crystals have been used throughout history for their healing qualities and beauty. Many people believe that each stone emits a certain energy which can have a beneficial effect on our well being. Does it work? – Wear one, carry one, or take it to bed with you and judge for yourself. Malachite Known as the ‘stone of transformation’, assiting one in times of change. It is reputed to benefit sufferers of shyness.
Quartz Is used as a tool for therapy and acts as an excellent channeller for healing. Believed good for the brain and soul by dispelling negativity.
Sodalite Helps to calm and clear the mind, bring joy and relieve a heavy heart. Said to aid the metabolism and lymphatic system.
Moonstone A feminine stone, inspiring flexibility, nurturing and wisdom and believed helpful in pregnancy.
Rhodonite A stimulating stone thought good for dispelling anxiety, encouraging generosity and providing a general feeling of well-being.
Tiger Eye The ‘confidence stone’ - inspires brave but sensible behaviour. Believed to aid the entire digestive system.
Serpentine (New Jade) A mysterious stone thought to enhance the emotions of love and assist in meditation.
Rose Quartz Known as the ‘love stone’. Aids peacefulness and calm in relationships. Said to ease stress and tension and assist sleep.
Turqurenite A form of Magnesite. It can be used to stimulate passion and heart-felt love. Said to aid the treatment of fevers and chills.
Orange Calcite Soft, tranquil, happy and healthy, this stone is all of these and more. It is said to aid the acquisition of wisdom.
Snowflake Obsidian A ‘stone of purity’ bringing balance to the body, mind and spirit. Said to be beneficial for the skin and veins.
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Turritella Agate Is believed to help in times of change, dispelling negative thoughts and relieving conditions of fatigue.
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Ann Webber hosted a coffee morning at Las Tres Ruinas, Mojacar on Friday the 30th September in support of MACS. This was hosted to coincide with the MACS coffee morning in the UK. A total of 205€ was raised and Ann would like to thank everyone involved for their support and kind donations.
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Want to loose weight, cellulite and tone- up?? But don’t have the time….. Well by only doing 10 minutes exercise per day you can achieve all this. Have you attended the gym recently and seen people literally shaking in their boots (or should I say trainers)? This relatively new phenomenon has been created through the development of vibration plate machines, with many gyms now using them in the UK. But how do they actually work and what results can be achieved through incorporating this equipment into your workout? The main point of the vibration plate machine, if utilised correctly, is that more can be achieved in much less time when compared to traditional workouts, whilst at the same time enhancing the number of calories burnt. Its cause has also been helped by numerous celebrities endorsing such products and it’s now starting to receive recognition within the fitness industry as an invaluable piece of equipment. THE BENEFITS So what’s the theory behind it all? The vibration plate machine creates vibrations which can be felt throughout the body and in particular the targeted working muscle. These vibrations, which can be altered depending on the specific machine and the settings available, cause the muscles to continuously contract and relax at a rapid rate. It is this effect that is said to be responsible for bringing about the following beneficial gains; Enhanced muscle and bone growth. Enhanced levels of flexibility in the target muscle. Enhanced calorie burning and overall metabolism rates. Enhanced delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the working muscle. Although the research regarding vibration plate machines is relatively new, companies carrying out their own product reviews into its effectiveness have reported significant alterations in weight loss, muscle tone and strength and flexibility. The equipment has also been demonstrated to bring about beneficial changes in mood and energy levels and blood pressure levels.
We use a non-invasive method based on biofeedback on your body. You sit at a table and hold a small electrode connected to the EAV machine. The tester uses a probe to touch one of your fingers at an acupuncture point. The EAV machine measures your body response to food substances contained in small ampoules, which are placed in the machine in turn. Once any allergies or food sensitivities have been detected, we offer a simple elimination programme for the offending items, nutritional advice and remedial treatment. Why wait any longer to live the rest of your life pain free?
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Get Fit and Healthy Day has restarted at Arriba Bistro & Café Bar. Meeting every Tuesday at 11am, it’s off for a 40 minute walk then back to Arriba for a healthy option lunch or skinny latte and low calorie cake.
Furthermore, vibration plate machines can be applied to almost any exercise you wish to carry out. Its only real limitation is your imagination. This can range from lower body exercises such as squats and lunges onto the plate, to upper body exercises including press ups and dips. The vibrations produced also create equilibrium difficulties and so the machine can be successfully utilised and applied to achieve vigorous abdominal and core exercises. The makeup and design of the vibration plate machine also enables everyone to use them safely, irrespective of age or ability. There is also massive scope to conduct rehabilitation techniques on the equipment to speed up the recovery process of an injury, although this should only be done under strictsupervision. Soon coming to PAMPERED in Palomares, 35 Calle Mayor. PAGE 15
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171, Mojácar Playa, Pueblo Diana - Alongside Price Brown Estate Agents GSF Communications in their new office alongside Price Brown on Mojacar Playa have some great deals on mobile phones, internet and new satellite boxes. They have been selling the HITS mobile sim cards for over two and a half years now and have over 2500 customers. The HITS sims are the cheapest way to phone back to the UK at only 5.3 cents a minute. The offer at the moment is if you buy a Sony Ericsson mobile at 34.50€ you receive a HITS sim card with 15€ of credit FREE. NEW to GSF Communications is the HTC Wildfire Smartphone at usually just 49€ per handset but now at the amazing offer of BUY ONE GET ONE FREE, with these phones you can receive your e-mails, use FACEBOOK, TWITTER and even text your friends on their smartphones for FREE. These phones are on an 18 month contract and the cost is just 14€ per month for unlimited internet access and 14€ for your call package. This call package will enable you to call the UK, landline or mobile for 200 minutes before you need to pay any extra, an amazing price compared to any other service available. With either of these phone deals you can port your existing number or walk out of the office with a new phone and new
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mobile number working straight away. The Satellite box advertised below is the latest product available at GSF Communications, with this box there is no need to bring over your SKY Box and card from the UK, just bring over your SKY card and receive the same channels/package you receive in the UK, perfect for those of you who just enjoy the winter in Spain. This box is also a FREEVIEW HD box so will help all of you who have had a problem receiving some BBC or ITV channels because they have been moved to accommodate the HD channels. All of the regional channels are on these boxes so if you want BBC South or North West then you can find it to watch your local and regional programmes. We also have a system now for letting you receive the whole SKY package for 200€ a year that’s only 16€ per month for a system that would normally cost you over 70€ per month in the UK. This includes all 5 SKY Sports channels, History, Sky Showcase, ESPN, Discovery, Living, Gold, Food, Sky Atlantic, Sky Arts and Irish Channels RTE 1 & 2, Setanta Sports and hundreds of others. Why not call into our office for a demonstration or call 950 473 102.
www.advertisermojacar.com Celebrations continue across the province after the European Union announced it would finance a large part of the AVE high speed railway through the province. The EU will take over planning of the line and expects to finance it all the way down to Seville by the end of the decade. Our local railway will be up and running by 2018, we hope! The car boot sale at Camping Los Gallardos continues every Sunday morning and is getting busier every week! Stalls are 3€, and charity stalls go free. Just turn up or call 679970399. The Almeria Lawn Bowling Centre has now signed a contract with Nila S.A. to build the base of their new artificial grass bowling green. They are now negotiating time schedules for the UK based company that supplies the artificial grass, and hope to install the new green before the end of the year. But the ALBC continues to be open as normal to members and guests alike! They’ve had a busy autumn tournament schedule, but Captain Jim Pike tells me that they’re still delighted to welcome day guests or new members. So if you fancy taking up the game, but want a few friendly lessons to introduce you, pop along and have a chat with them. And the 20th anniversary birthday party celebrations are at full swing up at the campsite! Johnny Vee agreed to return for a once off concert and played to a full house standing room only!- and a whole range of exciting entertainers have been shipped in from across the south of Spain to entertain the guests. But their restaurant Miraflores hasn’t forgotten about their day to day customers - fish and chips on a Friday are busier (and better) than ever before!
Together with their Monday night quiz, Wednesday darts ‘n’ dominoes, Sunday Lunch and Thursday live music nights, along with the normal Zumba, bridge, etc, the restaurant at the campsite is in full swing as we head towards Christmas. There are already a number of functions booked over the Christmas period, but if you want an office party, a charity fund raiser or are simply a group celebration, Miraflores can organise any size party for any size budget. Although Miraflores is closed for Christmas day itself, they are having a lot of celebration before and afterwards, and their New Year’s Eve party is half full already! So if you want a 25€ ticket, for full entertainment and an absolutely amazing buffet, you’d best get a move on.
679970399 - 950469519 As one of the largest bars and restaurants in the area, we are able to offer our guests a full range of facilities, from a day at the pool, an enjoyable evening meal or a fully catered private function for up to 200 guests. Ask about our party plans from just 6€ a head! Open 7 days a week from 9am until midnight. Full a la carte and evening specials. Regular and special events throughout the year. Join our facebook page for full listings! Go to: http://miraflores.u.cc
www.CampingLosGallardos.com 679970399 - 950528324 - fax 950469596 From the UK: 020 8144 9365
Miraflores reservations: 950469519 Two earthquakes shook the province at the end of the month, a 3,7 in Cuevas and a 3,8 in Zurgena. They both happened at around 2 am on Tuesday 25th. No injuries or damage were reported, although they were felt as far away as Mojacar, and caused much excited comment the next morning! HITS mobile phone company continues with their “5 cent” plan, where it costs just 5 cents a minute to call any mobile or landline in Spain, and calls between HITS phones are free! Calls to the UK are as little as 15 cents a minute, and you can connect to the internet for just 5 cents a megabyte, perfect if you just want to check your email or surf facebook quickly! Pop into the shop at Camping Los Gallardos and talk to Gareth about signing up - it should be as easy as putting a new sim card into your phone, and you can even keep your old number. Gareth can also top up almost any pay as you go mobile phone in the world from the shop at the campsite, including most UK operators. And while you’re there, check out the campsites wide range of UK imported goods at low, low prices. From Marmite to Bovril, they’re got it in stock at surprisingly low prices! If you like fun quizzes, you should come up to Miraflores on a Monday night. Their fun quiz usually has over 50 people playing, and with a plate of freshly home made curry for just 5,50€ on Mondays, along with the a la carte, it’s a cheap and fun night out.
Having a party? We can organise any sort of event, either outside around our pool or inside in our huge 250m2 events room, from just 6€ a head. From Xmas do’s to birthday parties, anniversaries or wedding, charity fund raiser or company event, our experienced team promise a great time, for all sort of events between 10 and 200 people! Ever wondered why people choose to live on a mobile home site? Well, maybe it’s the friendly atmosphere, the community spirit, the onsite 24/7 maintenance teams, and the peace of mind you get from living among like minded folks in a quiet, friendly little village, rather than on a sixth floor apartment or out in the countryside in a remote cortijo! All we know is that the folks at Camping Los Gallardos have enjoyed the last 20 years, and are getting ready for the next decade! That’s all folks - David
Now celebrating our 20th year! 1991 - 2011 Campsite inscribed in the R.T.A. with inscription number AL-4-04-0017
Camping | Dining | Shopping | Bowling | Living
Camping Los Gallardos The largest mobile home park & campsite in the south of Spain, with over 250 units sited and 125 camping pitches. Transfers of homes from other sites accepted. A large range of resale vans is available to view online on our website, as well as photos and full information about our site. Our popular campsite also offers long term camping plots with plans starting from 1,100€ p.a.!
Our restaurant Miraflores offers a full range of activities and events throughout the year, and all of our facilities and community events are open all year round. Camping Los Gallardos offers its guests and residents a short or long term home in the sun in Spain, an easy, cheap, low cost and hassle free way of enjoying your time in Spain! Ring 679970399 for information
9 Las Melias
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A comfy large home close to the swimming pool with large patio, double bedroom, fully furnished conservatory (with extra kitchen and bar). Fully equipped.
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- Camping Los Gallardos - Los Gallardos Leisure mobile homes - Miraflores bar & restaurant - Full shop with English goods - Almeria Lawn Bowling Centre - All facilities open to non residents! 04280 Los Gallardos, Almería. 500m from exit 525 of the motorway. Full information and photos online at www.CampingLosGallardos.com
19 Bouganvillas ₤29,000 Large 2 bed mobile with end lounge, airconditioning, fully furnished including all rugs, TV and a landline phone. A lovely large home that must be seen. PAGE 17
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Music Bar, La Alfoquía are proving successful with a steady increase of customers every week. Diners are entertained with live piano music, every other week being Jonathan Payne. Albox Branch of The Royal British Legion is holding its annual bazaar on Thursday the 1st December at La Parrilla Hotel & Restaurant starting at 10.30am. As usual, there will be a variety of stalls including the Poppy & book stalls
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and also a selection of private stalls. There are still a few places left, so if you want to set up a stall it will cost you the grand total of 5€ with all proceeds going to the Poppy charity. Also, if you wish to donate a prize to the Tombola stall it will be very much welcomed. For more information or to book a stall contact Bob Cowan 608 049 490 or the Chairman Chris Pearce on 630 562 618, email: hello@chrispearce.co.uk There is a busy time ahead for Albox Branch, kicking off with the Poppy
APSA Winter Fashion Show & Auction Friday 11th November - La Parrilla, Albox Tickets are now on sale at the APSA shop in Calle Ancha. There will also be stalls with new and nearly-new clothes in all sizes, accessories and a raffle. The models are getting ready and the organisers are asking for donations of clothes for the event. If you have any smart casual clothing, evening dresses or winter coats and hats which you no longer wear, please either take them to the APSA shop which is open Monday to Saturday 10am - 2pm or give them to one of the many volunteers who work for APSA. Your donations for the shop or fashion show will be greatly appreciated . The event will sell out so hurry for your tickets! More info from 648 713 809.
PUPPY RESCUE in SPAIN
Bonfire Night 5th November at Piedra Amarilla Community Centre
RAISING FUNDS FOR PUPPY RESCUE DOGS TO HOLLAND
Hog Roast Supper & Buffet - Bonfire & Fireworks Bar, Fun, Games, Music & more.. Make your own Guy Fawkes to stack on the bonfire Prizes for the best entries - Bonfire lit at 7pm
Tickets 10 euros (family discounts)
Available from Puppy Rescue Shop, Market stalls at Bar International & Boot Fair, Bar Lepanto Albox, Essentials Arboleas
Further details from: 647 973 008 or 674 579 446 or go to www.puppyrescueinspain.org PAGE 18
Coffee mornings, meetings and major functions are held at La Parrilla Restaurant, Albox. Coffee mornings on the 1st Thursday of each month at 10.30am and monthly membership meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 11am. For more information contact Chairman Chris Pearce T: (0034) 630 562 618 E: hello@chrispearce.co.uk or go to: britishlegion.org.uk/branches/albox
Appeal which runs until 14th November. They are still very much looking for volunteers to help out in this, if you can, please contact Poppy coordinator Jeff Hanson on 637 014 369 or jkhanson3@hotmail.com. The Remembrance service will be held on the 11th November followed by a ticket-only lunch at La Parrilla for only 10€. The next day, 12th November, is the annual Poppy Dinner and Dance, also at La Parrilla. It will include dancing to music from Brendan O’Dee, a 3 course meal with beer, water and wine for only 20€ for members and 22€ for nonmembers. To book either of these two events, contact Sandra Evans by email at sandraajevans@yahoo.co.uk or the Chairman Chris Pearce on 630 56 26 18 or hello@chrispearce.co.uk. Last, but not least, the Albox Branch will hold its AGM on Thursday 18th November again at La Parrilla Hotel & Restaurant starting at 11am. Here the Chairman will update members on the current status of the Branch
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Fi every Thursday “This bar is freakin’ sweet!!” Tel: 950 449 635 and Legion as a whole and the members will elect their committee for the coming year. Remember, all proceeds from all of these events goes to the Poppy Appeal, so please join them and enjoy yourselves and help The Royal British Legion to carry on providing help, welfare and support to currently serving and ex- service personnel
Recently members of F.A.C.E. (Fundraising In Arboleas, Caring For Everyone), met Louise Fichtinger, representative of ACASA (Age Concern Acción Social y Assistencial). ACASA is the Spanish version of Age Concern who already have branches in Malaga and Madrid. F.A.C.E., the Arboleas Help Desk and the Arboleas Council are keen to get ACASA to set up in Arboleas or the Almanzora Valley in general. To this end talks are being held by all three organisations. The main problem is that finance is required to set up the organisation in the first place. The second problem is that Case Workers (Volunteers) need to be based in the area before the project can proceed. F.A.C.E. have donated 1,000€ to assist with the set up costs. This money is being held by ACASA and ring fenced so that the money will only be used for assistance to people in this area. If you are interested in becoming a Case Worker in this project please contact Louise Fichtinger, the Regional Co-ordinator for ACASA in Andalucia, by e-mail at fichtinger@gmx.net F.A.C.E. President, Adele Wrigglesworth said, "F.A.C.E. are very committed to this project, and should ACASA set up in the area, F.A.C.E. would continue to offer financial support." Continuing to raise funds, F.A.C.E. will be holding their annual Christmas Market on 2nd December at the Arboleas, Salón Multiservicios del Ayuntamiento. Full details will be announced at a later date. They have also on sale raffle tickets for a Grand Draw of 200€ which will be drawn at the Christmas market. Raffle tickets are on sale with the F.A.C.E. committee members. For any further information please contact Adele Wrigglesworth, 667 255 094. More information on the F.A.C.E. Christmas Raffle can be found at www.face-charity.com.
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Tel: 662 639 535 Bookings advisable Parque Comercial, 1st Floor, Mojacar Enter from the front steps and terrace or by Mobility Matters, past Celebrations on the first floor. Lift and disabled access.
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and their families, both here in Spain and in the UK. To become a member of The Royal British Legion or for any information concerning the workings of the Legion or any other matter, contact the Chairman Chris Pearce (details as above) or visit the website www.britishlegion.org.uk/branches/ albox. Puppy Rescue desperately need dog walkers to help exercise the many dogs in their care. Please consider giving up just an hour or two once a week to walk with one of their abandoned puppies and dogs. Lifts can be arranged and you can enjoy a brisk stroll with others and keep fit while helping a needy animal. If you would like more details please ring Chris on 600 287 726 she will be so grateful. Frillies new lingerie with Lesley will be at the APSA shop in Albox on Monday 7th November from 10am until 1.45pm with special prices for the day. Why not get yourselves a bargain and help the animal charity too!! There is a private fitting service and changing rooms. You can also check out the shop’s new stock of winter clothing! The shop is in Calle Ancha, just up the road from bank Santander opposite San Francisco Square.
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If you are visiting the Los Llanos market (near Hotel Rosaleda) on Sunday please look out for the APSA charity stall. Volunteers for the Albox animal charity are there to sell clothing and other items from the APSA shop as well as specially made, original shopping bags and other goodies. You can also find out about the charity, about helping, walking or fostering a dog. Please support the charity in any way you can. APSA are looking to organise another dog show and other events at the market before Christmas.
Childrens’ Menu and Vegetarian options available
♦The Zurgena Branch of The Royal British
Legion holds its members meeting at Bar Latinos, La Alfoquia, every first Thursday of the month at 11am and Crib, Quiz nights and Coffee mornings every month. Crib is on the Second & Fourth Thursday of the month, starting at 7pm. Coffee mornings are on the Third Wednesday of the month at 11am. The Quiz night on the Last Friday of the month at 8 pm. The format of the quiz night has undergone a change. It now consists of a general knowledge quiz, bingo; open the box and a raffle. During the interval, a buffet is provided. This is a ticketed event which needs to be paid for in advance. For those who wish to bowl for fun they have also introduced mid-week ten pin bowling, with emphasis on the social aspect. During the year, they also organise trips to places of interest. All of these social activities are for enjoyment by all with the aim of raising money for a good cause and you do not have to have been a member of the Armed Forces to become a member. Further information about the Branch, and The Royal British Legion, can be found at their web site. www.britishlegion.org.uk/branches/zurgena. PAGE 19
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Mojacar ................................ Lemon Lounge Total Entertainment Los Gallardos ...................... El Naranjo Turre .................................... Connexions Albox ................................... Total Entertainment Alfoquia ............................... Mo’s Bar & Bistro Forms and envelopes are also available at these places. ACCOMMODATION / RENTALS APARTMENTS & VILLAS for long term lets and a selection of quality holiday rentals all at reasonable monthly rates! (Special rates for winter lets). Mojácar, Turre and surrounding areas. COASTAL PROPERTIES - under the new management of Sam & Ivan. T: 950 475 235 - M: 637 759 664. www.coastpropmojacar.com E: coastalproperties@telefonica.net MOJÁCAR LONG TERM RENTALS We have a range of all types of properties for long term lets, in & around Mojácar. Currently we have good quality clients looking for top end 3 or 4 bedroom properties on long term agreements. Don’t Delay, Call Today. Contact Patrick on: 950 478 383 or 662 060 056 E-mail: mojltr@gmail.com SMALL OFFICE SPACE TO RENT. Front line, Mojácar playa, close to Hotel Indalo. 200€ per month. Tlf: 670 650 872.
Non-commercial announcements (births, deaths, personal messages, employment offered/sought, etc. (max 16 words) are printed free of charge. Personal articles for sale at under 100 euros and cars up to 500 euros - (max 16 words + one phone number + asking price) are also printed free of charge. Other categories: 1euro per 5 words or part thereof. (eg 20 words =4 euros, 21 words = 5 euros) Entries in bold text: 2 euros per 5 words (or part thereof) PAYMENT WITH ORDER PLEASE
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PET TRAVEL. Returning to UK or Spain? Why not fly back and we will bring your dog or cat over by van. Tlf: 600 707 607. E-mail: ozzjanstone@yahoo.co.uk BATHROOMS VENTANAS y PUERTAS have a superb range of shower & bath screens, shower trays & cubicles at great prices. Tlf: 950 473 104. See main ad on page 23.
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DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS. Repairs to washing machines, dishwashers, cookers, tumble dryers, electric water heaters. Over 30 years experience. Registered and fully legal. Call: Rod Bridges 687 261 280 or 950 473 035.
FUNKY MONKEYS bi-lingual pre-school. Childcare & recreational activities for kids living in the area or on holiday. Monday-Friday: 3,6 or 8 hour sessions. Tlf:697 264 179. For upcoming events, new activities and special offers please join us on facebook/Funkymonkeys Mojácar.
GENERAL BUILDING, MAINTENANCE & PLUMBING SERVICES. Over 20 years experience in Spain. Fully Legal. Tlf: 697 302 039. . BUSINESSES FOR SALE or RENT
CHURCH SERVICES
EMPLOYMENT OFFERED
ANGLICAN CHAPLAINCY. Church of England. Priest Canon Hugh Broad. 950 478 432. Mojácar: Eucharist: 11am every Sunday in the church of St Pascual, Aqua de Enmedio, 4kms past Hotel Indalo towards Carboneras. Albox: Eucharist: 11am last Thursday of month in the Community Hall Aljambra. Evensong: 2nd Sunday in month at 6pm in the Community Hall Aljambra. Details: Church Wardens: Alan Smith 950 478 066, John Salmons 950 472 112 or visit www.mojacarchurch.org
PART-TIME TELESALES STAFF required working from our Mojácar office within the financial industry. 8.50€ per hour plus bonuses. Must be reliable and able to work on own initiative. For immediate interview call 634 330 102.
16 COIN OPERATED COMPUTERS, 1 coin operated Wii. Majority installed in Bars/Restaurants. Loads of spares. 3,000€. Tlf: 666 175 370. CELEBRATIONS CARDS, Mojácar. Liquidation Sale due to ill health. All stock must go. Will sell in sections if required OR buy everything including display units for 60,000€. Any offers close to asking price will be considered. Tlf: 606 693 826. ESTABLISHED PET SHOP with Grooming Parlour and Small Cattery on Mojácar Playa. For details contact: 950 473 233. FOR SALE OR LONG TERM RENT, Established Bar Restaurant, Mojácar Playa. Prime position. Sensibly priced! Call 950 475 743 for details. LARGE BAR RESTAURANT FOR SALE, Garrucha/Vera. Prime location. 400 sqm. Fully equipped, recently refurbished. Can buy all or part. Tlf: Tracey 649 214 397. Leasehold or Freehold - THE HAIR SCENE on Mojácar Playa. Owner retiring. For more info call 600 290 194 or 950 478 625. CARE SERVICES
CHARITY SHOPS
ANIMALS / PETS
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AMD GENERAL BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION SERVICES. Mini digger, skip hire, tipper truck rental. Gravel, sand, top soil & materials delivered. Excavations, pools, ponds pozos. FIRE BREAKS. Free, no obligation quotes. Tlf: Paul: 600 809 293. E-mail: almeriaminidiggers@msn.com
PIA Retirement Homes and Assisted Living for quality care. Tlf: 950 468 176. E-mail: info@retirementhomespain.com
SPACE FOR RENT (furnished) within office premises on Mojácar Playa. Contact Dany on 609 667 333.
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APSA CHARITY SHOP, Calle Ancha, Albox. Open Mon-Sat: 10am - 2pm. (over the bridge in Albox, turn left at Santander Bank, shop is 100yds on right) NEW SHOP in Plaza de los Reyes Catolicos - the square near the church, Tijola. PAWS CHARITY SHOP, Mojácar Playa (Nr. Banco BSCH) is open Tues to Sat, 10.30am - 1.30pm. PUPPY RESCUE CHARITY SHOP, Albox (between Knights Insurance and Cutting Edge). Open Mon-Sat: 10am-4pm. THE FUNDRAISER. TURRE (main street, next to Windows & Doors Direct) OPEN: Mon - Fri, 10am - 6.30pm and most Saturdays. VERA (opposite Supermarket Maxi Dia%) open Mon - Fri, 10am - 2pm and most Saturdays. Tlf: 664 620 288. E-mail: fundraiserturre@gmail.com
ANTAS CHURCH in Jauro village (signposted from the Cajamar bank in Antas) offer Informal Structured Worship in a Friendly Atmosphere and extend a warm welcome to all denominations and all ages at their simple hour-long services of basic Christian Beliefs & Worship held on the 2nd & 4th Sundays each month at 11am, in the Community Room (Salon Social) attached to the village church. Further info. from Geraldine or Barrie on 950 092 091 or just arrive, or visit www.antaschurch.com. LIVING WATER CHURCH MOJÁCAR is an informal non-denominational church and provides a two session flexible service starting at 11am every Sunday. The new venue is located at the Red Cross roundabout opposite the Pharmacy on Mojácar Playa. For more information about mid week meetings visit our website www.livingwaterchurchmojacar.com or Phone Pastor David Hamilton on 950 618 814. TURRE EVANGELICAL CHURCH. Edificio 13 Avenida de Almeria, Turre. English speaking non-denominational church. Sunday service at 11am. All are most welcome. Mums & Toddlers, bible study, social activities and more. Tlf: 950 472 349 / 950 617 549 / 950 592 988 / 686 833 444. DECORATING SERVICES EXPERIENCED INTERIOR & EXTERIOR DECORATOR. Using quality materials this fast, friendly, clean and efficient service will never be beaten on price. For example: Medium sized interior room from 80€ OR 3 bed detached villas exterior from 475€. For a free quotation contact Paint Magic on 617 904 774. ELECTRICAL SERVICES ANDREW MORRISON ELECTRICAL. Fully qualified and legal electrician. Boletines, Extra outlets, Re-wires, Upgrades, Solutions to tripping problems. ICP trips installed as required by Endesa. For immediate attention call 627 250 204.
ELECTRICIAN, 25 years experience. Full City & Guilds. Fully insured & legal. Neil Godwin. Tlf: 687 245 569.
FINANCIAL & LEGAL SERVICES CG LEGAL & NRG INSURANCE Official Legal Translations, Tax Registration & Non Residents Tax, UK & Spanish Wills, Inheritance in Spain, Residencia & NIE, UK Driving Licenses, Vehicle Matriculations. Local 92, Parque Comercial, Mojacar Tel/Fax: +34 950 472 057 Mob: +34 670 215 926 Email: carmen@cglegal.com Web: www.cglegal.com DANNIELLSFOX SL Accountancy, Investment, Mortgage Services (UK & Spain), Mortgage Protection, Translations & Wills, Pensions, Inheritance Planning, Regulated Investments, Tax Registration. Local 89, Parque Comercial, Mojacar Tlf: 950 478 617. Fax: 950 475 029 E-mail: enquiries@danniellsfox.com www.danniellsfox.com FOR SALE ACOUSTIC GUITAR. Hand-made in Valencia. 350€. Tlf: 600 809 293. CEMENT MIXER. Good condition. 90€. Mojacar area. Tlf: 950 475 984. COMMERCIAL DEEP FAT FRYER. 2 well, 3 phase. 500€. Tlf: 670 613 795. FENDER STRATOCASTER and case. 450€. Tlf: 600 809 293. FOUR ELECTRIC RADIATORS on wheels, as new, various sizes. 25€ each or 75€ for the lot. Tlf: 662 060 056. GUITAR AMPLIFIER. Fender. 350€ ono. Tlf: 600 809 293. INDUSTRIAL DISHWASHER. 550€. Tlf: 673 195 872. KARAOKE/BACKING TRACKS ... 50,000 karaoke tracks and 50,000 assorted music tracks loaded onto plug and play external hard drive. Ready for use on laptop. Ideal for bar, presenter or personal use. CDGs and memory sticks also prepared. Spanish songs available. Whatever your karaoke requirements contact: bobbyvarley@yahoo.co.uk or call: 651 062 124.
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MEN’S Clarks brown loafers and black air trainers. English size 11. New - wrong size bought. 30€ each, cost double. Tlf. 619 363 832. ORIGINAL 60S LAVA LAMP, beautifully styled, 150€. Tlf: 600 809 293. PORTABLE 14” TV. 30€. Tlf: 600 809 293. SATELLITE DISH. 1.25m, adjusting bracket on back. Buyer collects. Only 20€. Tlf: 950 479 563 or 627 747 689. TAPAS CABINET. 5 sections – 1.40m. Good working order, 450€. Tlf: 673 195 872. TWO BICYCLES, one ladies, one gents. Universal V Frame. Both vgc complete with locks and manuals. 90€ for both. Tlf: 950 462 151 or 608 700 310. WASHING MACHINE. Top loader, good condition, 30 min eco cycle. 85€ ono. Tlf: 678 073 700 or 950 528 940. GENERAL SERVICES DO YOU want to get that small job done in your property but can’t find anyone interested in doing it for you? Diego does any weekend job (building, gardening, painting, etc.). Tlf: Dany 609 667 333. PET/HOUSE/PLANT SITTER available. Mojacar area - experienced and reliable. Tlf: 670 243 782. HEALTH & FITNESS GENTLE YOGA CLASSES for seniors and the not so able. Every Thursday 10.15am at The New Kimrick, Mojacar Playa. Contact: Edna Freeman 950 469 399. GET FIT, STAY FIT … WITH ALISON. Join me for Aerobics, Pilates, Step & Zumba at Indigo Gym. NEW! AquaZumba starts Friday 4th November at Vera Beach Club. Call Alison 637 465 487. INSURANCE AXA - FOR ALL YOUR INSURANCE AND INVESTMENT NEEDS contact Dany of AXA Insurance. Policies in English. English spoken. Competitive rates. Tlf: 950 478 763 or 609 667 333. E-mail: axa.mojacar@gmail.com NRG INSURANCE & CG LEGAL Property, Motor, Travel, Life Insurance, Investments, Commercial, Community, Health, Funeral plans. Registered & Regulated in Spain by the DGS. Local 92, Parque Comercial, Mojacar Playa. Tlf: 950 472 057 / 607 478 408 Email: nancy@nrginsurance.es Web: www. nrginsurance.es
LOCKSMITHS LOCKSMITH: Established 10 years. Fully legal. Also car locks. (24 hour emergency service.) Tlf: Lee or Dean 666 949 213.
MOBILITY MATTERS. Special products for special needs. RANGE OF NEW PRODUCTS IN STOCK - see our main advert opposite. Items for sale or hire. Call into our shop and check out our REDUCED PRICES for mobility equipment and scooters. Parque Comercial, Mojacar. Tlf: 950 615 432. CHILD & BABY EQUIPMENT also for hire. PLUMBING NO JOB TOO SMALL. No job too big. All work guaranteed. Over 20 years experience in Spain. Fully Legal. Tlf: 697 302 039. PROPERTY / LAND FOR SALE
TRANSPORT AND REMOVALS DE LIMA REMOVALS. Regular trips to the UK and Europe. Call for a free estimate today. Tlf: 647 006 183. LARGE MERCEDES VAN. Regular trips between UK and Spain. Single items or housefuls. Tlf: (UK) 0121 355 0005. UK Mob: 00 44 7976 928053. Spanish mobile: 699 819 213. E-mail: tonystephenson311@hotmail.com LOCATION REMOVALS & STORAGE. Local & worldwide removals. Household & commercial. Cars, caravans, trailers. Short or long term containerised storage in fully alarmed and insured warehouse. Depots in Cambridgeshire and Antas. Family run business. Free estimates. Tlf: Spain 950 391 412. UK +44 1354 655911. www.locationwarehousing.com TUITION AND EDUCATION LEARN AND IMPROVE your Spanish at your own pace. Flexible times. Diploma in Spanish Foreign Language. Next examination will be in May. Also translations and interpreting. Tlf: Victoria 950 472 590. Email. slcvictoria@terra.es.
In memory of Arthur Danaher, former British boxing champion, who died in Mojacar on 23rd November 1992. Still sadly missed and fondly remembered by his wife “Diamond Lil” and family.
WANTED: Six or eight natural pine, cottage style dining chairs with or without arms. Will collect. Tlf: 662 060 056.
Est. 5 yrs on Mojacar Playa
REPAIRS
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Child & Baby Equipment For Hire • Bathing Aids • Walking Aids • Household Aids • Personal Care Agents for ACORN Stair Lifts Mon, Weds, Fri: 10 am - 5pm Tues, Thurs, Sat: 10 am - 2pm
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www.advertisermojacar.com BETTY COX 15/05/23 – 05/10/11
KENNETH MICHAEL DANAHER 23 August 1947 - 12 October 2011
Sadly Ken passed away in the early hours of 12th October 2011. He is pictured above working away, with that ever famous smile of his. Loved by all who truly new him. The © talisman picture was taken in 2002 and was part of a business report on the life and works of Ken in Mojácar. Ken’s mum, Lil, and his dad, Arthur, the professional boxer, retired here many moons ago and this was one of the reasons Ken decided to make his life in Mojácar. The sunshine helped, for he loved the warmth of the sun. Ken adored his family, he leaves behind his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, he was a devoted family man, and will be sorely missed by them. All the family join together in saying goodnight and God bless to Ken. So loved. Ken was very popular and had many friends in Mojácar, on behalf of all the Danaher family I would like to thank everyone who attended his funeral and for their kind words of comfort. He will be missed, especially on pool nights. On a more personal note, as Ken’s wife and soul mate, I would like to say this … When the sun shines I will catch all your smiles, When there is a warm breeze I will feel your touch, When the wind blows I will hear your voice, And when it rains, we will down tools and wait till the sun shines again. Love you for ever and ever … and ever. God bless you and keep you safe, you in your small corner and me in mine. Jose (Danaher) xx
A dearly loved Mother, Grandmother, Great Gran and Friend. Born in the West Midlands and having spent all her adult life in the Midlands, Betty came to Spain 5 years ago and was a well known face at Indalo Players productions and Rose Singers concerts. Betty died peacefully in her sleep on 5 October 2011 after a short illness. She will be sadly missed by Anne & Rob, Sue & John, her grandchildren, great grandchildren and her many friends.
The second AECC walk “A Lot to Live For” in aid of Breast Cancer, from Mojacar Pueblo to Hotel Puntazo, sold over 300 tickets this year.
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On a hot, sunny 9th of October , 8 teams took to the beach to vie for the prestigious MOJACAR C. C. TROPHY. Old, young, male & female, all took part in this fun event outside Fantasia Restaurant. The competitors enjoyed showing off their skills to a supportive crowd. Each team played 3 games with the top 2 qualifying for a semi-final spot. In the1st, LIFESTYLE ENCLOSURES proved too strong for IBEX INS. & in the other, the GOLDEN KIDS (all juniors) failed by just 6 runs to overhaul the CANTORIA QUIZZERS. The final was an evenly matched contest between both newcomers CANTORIA QUIZZERS & LIFESTYLE ENCLOSURES with the latter batting 1st & scraping home to win by 12 runs & lift the coveted trophy. Thanks to Fantasia for hosting the event & making it a successful day for all to enjoy. A special award was donated by Sam Lewis which was presented to the GOLDEN KIDS for their enthusiasm throughout the day. Roll on the next.
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The 5th WACKY RACES 22nd October 2011 VILLARICOS In aid of Asprodalba, PAWS and a memorial donation towards the Villaricos Easter Flowers. What a day! The weather was kind to us, teams in peak condition, karts newly painted and looking great. The event began at 12 o'clock sharp with a parade lap led by Ross and Cristina, the original bar owners when the Wacky Races started some 5 years ago. The parade consisted of 3 karts racing that day, the Taberna Cristina show kart and a specially built "Wind in the Willows" Toad car which will be appearing shortly in the theatrical production. Nine teams competed including Jet’s Bar all girls team in St Trinian’s theme! There was one familiarisation lap followed by a timed lap. The karts completed a circuit in around 30 seconds, one kart misunderstood the rules and did a flying lap instead of a standing start, it was either disqualification or race again, they still managed 3rd on this first round. Rest time for the teams meant entertainment for everyone else. Kezi from Jet’s Plaza Bar performed a brilliant belly dance raising over 100€, also dragging in some enthusiastic ladies to join her. She was followed by the novelty dog show in which 12 of the finest of Villaricos paraded around the ring, the winner being decide d by the ladies from PAWS, Mojácar, 1st prize - menu del día donated by Los Angeles bar. Singer Renee wowed with a well known Adele number followed by a Spanish duet with her Spanish friend and Kayleigh, a Benidorm X Factor finalist, belted out 3 red hot numbers. After the raffle draw it was back to the race. The 2nd timed lap started with a bang as the second kart off the line lost its steering at the crucial moment. A bit of DIY and it was back in action. There were only 2 minor crashes but no damage to people or karts. This race decided the semi final and final, the top 4 contestants being - SEMI FINAL - Costa Coches v Bar Genesis, FINAL - Marinasol v Taberna Cristina. Each team had to complete 2 laps of the circuit. The semi final was a close race but after a false start Bar Genesis crossed the line marginally in front. The final was a real nail biter, Marinasol shot into an early lead and held on for the first lap despite being "Blooded" by the Taberna Cristina team (disqualification loomed) who pulled ahead crossing the line fractions of a second ahead. In the spirit of the day Marinasol declined the option to appeal, saying in the best F1 style that, 'it was a racing incident.' so final positions were - 1st Taberna Cristina, 2nd Marinasol, 3rd Bar Genesis, 4th Costa Coches. Prizes were presented by Martin and Irene of Taberna Cristina amid much good humoured banter. A great day was had by all. Martyn and Irene would like to thank everyone who helped organise, donated, performed, competed and attended this event, they were the ones who made it a great success. Thanks to Almeria Angels who provided First Aid cover for the day and Captain Sunshine for keeping everyone up to date with the day’s programme. PS … Would the winner of the Desert Springs raffle prize please ring Taberna Cristina to collect the Official Desert Springs voucher.
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JABALÍ
(second Tuesday of each month) Second-hand, good condition books - all just 1€ each
When you buy your pet food from Jabali, ask for a PAWS loyalty card. For every bag you buy over 15kg your card will be stamped. When you have collected 15 stamps, Jabali will donate a 15kg bag to PAWS.
Come along and browse through our stock (all donations of books gratefully received)
PAWS - patas GENERAL ENQUIRIES 678 490 217 www.paws-patas.org
All proceeds to PAWS Cats in conjunction with ALStrays
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NESSA: An extremely friendly and sociable dog; we are certain that she had been well lookedafter and most likely lived in a home. However, she was abandoned and is now looking for a good home. Nessa is easy to handle and get along with. She is a lovely tri-coloured mix and is a medium to large size dog. All of her caretakers are very fond of her. She stoically puts up with her very bossy kennelmate and seems to possess a very tolerant and gentle nature. MATHILDA: Outgoing and sociable with people and the numerous dogs. Mathilda is eager to learn and to please, is paper trained but not yet fully house trained, and is starting to show good manners as she sits for her meals. Though she has had limited experience in cars, she has travelled well and has been quiet. Her favourite toys are tennis balls, bouncy rubber rings and ropes. She enjoys her daily grooming. She shows a healthy interest in her surroundings, plays most of the day with her sister, yet likes to curl up by your feet and spend quiet time with you. LOMA: Loma is an easy-going young dog that is sociable and has been friendly with all the dogs she’s met. She walks nicely on the lead and enjoys cuddling. She is fun and playful and seems to be a well-balanced and nice dog.
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Life Beyond Your Lounge Mojácar
Life Beyond Your Lounge Elsewhere
MONDAY
MONDAY
Cowboy Cocina: Conversational Spanish Classes. Beginners: 5.30pm, Intermediates: 6.30pm
Bar Lepanto: Quiz 8pm (3rd Monday of month for Puppy Rescue)
Irish Rover: Entertainment & Karaoke
Miraflores: Aerobics 9am
TUESDAY
TUESDAY
Arriba: Get Fit & Healthy Day 11am
Miraflores: Whist
Beachcomber: (Every 2nd of month) Book, CD & DVD Sale 11am
WEDNESDAY
Indigo Gym: Zumba with Alison 9.30am
CHICA: (D.O.B: 1/10/2008) has joined us at the shelter as her owners have relocated to Australia. They found this little bundle at 3 weeks of age and she instantly became one of the family. She is spayed and vaccinations are up-to-date. Chica always greets you with a nuzzle and a kiss, an extremely affectionate cat who would make an ideal pet. A very clean, genteel lady, all black with a little white bib. If you would like any further information on Chica, please telephone Diane on 950 617 643 or Ruth on 637 817 982.
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“UNTIL THERE ARE NONE ... ADOPT ONE”
678 490 217
Bar El Pinar: Live Lunchtime Entertainment El Naranjo: Darts 8.30pm
Irish Rover: Entertainment & Karaoke with Steve King
Millionaire: Fun Poker Night 8pm
Kimrick: Ceroc class/social evening with Tracey & Paul 8pm (tlf: 687 251 799)
THURSDAY
Miraflores: Darts, Dominoes, Pool El Naranjo: Quiz 8.30pm
WEDNESDAY
Miraflores: Zumba 10am
Bar Med: Quiz 9.30pm
Miraflores: Live Music Dinner Dance
Irish Rover: Entertainment & Karaoke Lemon Lounge: Quiz 9pm The Loft: Women on Wednesday 2pm
REINA: Described by the kennel manager as "a really nice and gentle dog", Reina has been noted to be well-behaved with all other dogs that she has come into contact with, both in her kennels and in her play group. She is generally a quiet dog and is not pushy; not one to rush forward to greet you through the sea of dogs at the shelter, she can easily be overlooked by visitors. However, once it is her turn and she gets to meet you she enjoys human company and especially likes to be cuddled.
Miraflores: Quiz 8pm
Mo’s Music Bar: Live Music FRIDAY Bar El Pinar: Quiz El Naranjo: Karaoke 8.30pm
THURSDAY
SUNDAY
Irish Rover: Entertainment & Karaoke
Bar El Pinar: Live Lunchtime Entertainment
Indigo Gym: Zumba with Alison 9.30am & 12 noon
Mo’s Music Bar: Live Lunchtime Entertainment
Indigo Gym: Pilates for beginners with Alison 1.15pm FRIDAY El Gaucho: Live Flamenco Show
T: 950 958 102
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Irish Rover: Entertainment & Karaoke The Juke Box: DJ Jay Gee 10pm SATURDAY Bar Med: Live Entertainment Irish Rover: Entertainment & Karaoke SUNDAY Irish Rover: Entertainment & Karaoke WEEKLY La Parata - call for details Sal’s Bar & Bistro - see boards The New Kimrick - call for details
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Cryptic Crossword ACROSS 1. Instrument found in commando lines (8) 5. Region within a square annex (4) 8. Consult analysis to find fruit (7) 9. Rearranged seats for something of value (5) 11. Nobleman displays some pearls (4) 13. Country bird? (6) 15. Replace soft spot at first with skinhead for something elementary (6) 16. Sign up, lets in for a change (6) 20. Some deadly scarlet hallucination (6) 21. Very small part of a male cat? (4) 23. Mythical monster within shy dragon (5) 24. Negative statement therein is confused (7) 26. Challenge in radar escapade (4) 27. Hit enter to rearrange number (8) DOWN 1. Sounds like strong shellfish (7) 2. Nothing found in Manila (3) 3. Gem discovered in Cairo palm (4) 4. He flew too close to the sun in Africa, Russia (6) 6. Sounds like a parasite upstairs (5) 7. Prohibit monarch engaging in financial transactions (7) 10. Found hairdresser in trusty listener (7)
TRIVIA QUIZ 1. What was the name shared by two England defenders at the 1986 World Cup? 2. The Rushcutters Bay, Horsley Park and Dunc Gray Velodrome are sports venues in which city? 3. Which sheriff was Robin Hood's main enemy? 4. What is the official address of the White House? 5. What is Sir Alex Ferguson's middle name? 6. Which American comedian and actor is nicknamed ‘Mac-Man’? 7. Which nation first used tanks as weapons? 8. What colour flags are used to mark an area on a beach where lifesavers are operating? 9. Who failed a routine drugs test in the
You Can Not Be Serious 12. Sheep lost some blood and wandered off (7) 14. Tableland in plate auction (7) 17. Unrestrained Martian monkey (7) 18. Set motorboat in motion (6) 19. Stomach education produced soreness (5) 22. Look searchingly for a wharf, audibly (4) 25. Gardening tool found in shoebox (3)
1994 World Cup and was expelled from the competition? 10. How often is Reader's Digest published? 11. Which author wrote the story on which the film The Shawshank Redemption was based? 12. What is the country from which the Siamese cat originated now called? 13. Which 'J.D.' was a Depression Era gangster famous for his habit of leaping over counters during robberies? 14. In which country did Jenson Button record his first Formula One podium finish? 15. In which island group would you find House and Long Stone? 16. What does a panetteria sell in Italy? 17. The Kookaburra is native to the eucalyptus forests of which country? 18. Who had a hit in 1972 with Doctor My Eyes?
Themed Crossword ACROSS 1. Bucharest is the capital (7) 4. Resort in the Canadian Rockies (5) 7. Jordan's capital (5) 9. Largest city in Texas (7) 10. Island in the Persian Gulf (7) 11. Mediterranean island (5) 12. Capital of the Bahamas (6) 13. This lake sounds serene (6) 16. Asian country (5) 18. Capital of Cyprus (7) 19. Home of Disney World (7) 20. Australian town, ___ Springs (5) 21. Sea between Ireland and England (5) 22. Tirana is the capital (7) DOWN 2. Largest city of Tennessee (7) 3. Piraeus is this city's major port (6) 5. Region of South Africa and Brazilian port (5) 6. Helsinki is the capital (7) 8. Tourist attraction ___ Falls (7) 11. Strait between Indonesia and Malaysia (7) 12. Capital of Kenya (7)
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14. World's largest inland sea (7) 15. Bordered on the east by Zambia and on the west by the Atlantic Ocean (6) 17. City in 16 across (5)
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By The Other Half
‘Stop! Stand still. Don’t move.’ It doesn’t matter how much time a man takes to get himself spruced and walletted up to go out, a woman will take longer. This is a fact as certain as sunrise in Spain. I find that the best approach to getting ready to go out is to get out of the way as quickly as possible. To occupy the same room as a woman who is ‘getting ready’ is about as easy as sharing a basket with a cobra – fine as long as the cobra doesn’t see or hear you, and you don’t get in its way. I was going to take the Higher Authority out for an evening at the theatre followed by a meal – she likes a bit of culture, and in her case it seems to bring on an appetite. I had donned best bib and tucker and vacated the bedroom smart in timing and appearance, leaving her to empty the entire wardrobe, muttering something about not having a thing to wear while surrounded with enough garments to clothe the entire female population of the village. Then there was an expletive followed by silence. That is unusual, both the silence and the expletive. The Higher Authority does not usually need to use expletives, she has a Look which can stop a charging rhino, rendering expletives unnecessary. I knew that something was not going according to plan, so I felt I had no option but to brave the bedroom and offer support from a safe distance. It was as I crossed the threshold that the command to cease forward motion was given. I froze, mid-stride. She was bent over, both hands spread wide. In quick succession my thoughts were: She’s done her back in. A nanosecond later: We won’t be able to go to the theatre. Half a nano-second later: I’ve paid for the damn tickets. ‘What’s up, dear?’ I enquired gingerly from the doorway. ‘I’ve dropped the b******* butterfly.’ Fortunately I knew what she was talking about, so didn’t waste time scanning the room for a haemorrhaging insect. ‘Can’t you wear another pair?’ She straightened up, and prepared to Look at me. I quailed, but in Man’s darkest hour inspiration sometimes strikes. ‘If we go right now, we could catch the Joyeria before the show, and I could buy you another pair.’ We left the house 2 minutes later. I bought her earrings, the hook-through sort which don’t need butterflies. We had a wonderful evening. I am The Man!
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Other Dates to Remember November
ANIMAL WELFARE APSA (Almanzora area) 663 762 642 www.apsa.org.es PAWS-PATAS (Coast) General Enquiries 678 490 217 www.paws-patas.org Puppy Rescue in Spain (Albox) 667 623 254 www.puppyrescueinspain.org The Dog House Foundation (Huercal Overa) 626 766 073
www.thedoghouse-huercal-overa.webs.com CLUBS / SOCIETIES Abusos Urbanisticos Almanzora No (AUAN) Campaigning for legalisation of homes built without proper authority in the Almanzora Valley. Meets 11am on 3rd Sat of month in La Parilla, Albox.Tel: 617 118 209 www.almanzora-au.org Albox Computer Club - a non-profit computer club to help members make better and safer use of computers. Meets Fridays at Bar Rumores at 10am. Illustrated talks (large screen and projector) and members clinic for ailing computers. Email: info@alboxcc.com Web: www.alboxcc.com Almanzora Group of Friends (Albox) Reg. No. 3501. Information Centre and Library. Open Tues, Thurs & Sat 10am1.30pm. Avda. Lepanto, Albox (next to Bar Rumores). Extensive English Library, DVDs and Talking Books. Quiz 1st & 3rd Tues of month, 8pm, at Bar Rumores. Day trips, mini holidays and other social events. Contact: 634 343 147 during opening hours. www.almanzoragof.org Almería Link Solos Friendship Club Meets 8.30 pm Wednesdays at Vera Hotel. Newcomers always made welcome. For info: Johnny 950 478 899 or Heather 950617558 /667243561 Bowling Clubs See opposite page. Club Taurino de Mojácar. A non-profit making club with no membership fees. Regular meetings and informal gettogethers. Enjoy trips by coach, train, car or on foot to interesting places & exciting events nearby & further afield. Contact Audrey or Mike 950 475 261. www.clubtaurino-mojacar.com Golf Clubs See opposite page. Dames In Huercal Overa. Meet 3rd Wednesday of month, 10.30am at the Tennis Club, Huercal Overa. Chairman Pauline Smith 610 315 530. Dames In Spain. Meet 3rd Monday of month, 11am at The New Kimrick, Mojácar. Chairman Gail Creasey 950 472 225. Secretary Iris Hamilton 950 475 863. Dames In Turre. Meet last Monday of month, 11am at Centro de Usos Multiples, Turre. Guests always welcome. Secretary Pam Smith 950 475 418. President Lesley Barlow 950 478 633. Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship International. Tlf: Geoff Ward 950 615 068 or David Templeman 950 168 349.
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Freemasons. Tlf: 950 460 380 Indalo Players. Membership secretary 950 615 566. President 950 069 118 or 637 817 982. Karate Club. Indigo Gym, Mojácar Playa. Saturday 10am. Tlf: 950 475 403. Kids’ Ballet Classes. Indigo Gym, Mojácar Playa. Saturday 10am. Tlf: 950 475 403. Kids’ Gymnastics Club. Indigo Gym, Mojácar Playa. Friday 5.30pm – from 4 years up. Tlf: 950 475 403. Mojácar Angling Club (M.A.C.) 950 473 099 Mojácar Bridge Club Valle de Este Hotel. Wednesday 7pm. Les: 950 437 100 Mojacar Community Library. Open Mon, Wed & Fri, 11am - 1pm. Multipurpose Centre, Mojácar Fuente (lower level). Annual household membership 12€. Seniors 10€ and free for English-reading Spanish. Mojácar Cricket Club (M.C.C.) Sam 663 132 487/ Dave 950 617 606 Mojacar Sewing Circle. Meet at Bella Vista, Wednesday 10.30am. Tlf: Brenda 950 390 426 or Sylvia 950 472 967 Mojácar Taekwon-do Club. Mic hael Williams 646 844 708 www.gtfspain.webs.com Mojacar Walking Group. Register on www.mojacarwalkinggroup.com or Tlf: 950 467 679. Schedules will be e-mailed to registered walkers, and only those registered are invited to walk. Mountain Biking Club. Indigo Gym, Mojácar Playa. Wednesday 9am. Tlf: 950 475 403. Pamela’s Line Dance Club. Tlf: 950 398 076. PIRACC - a charitable project of Albox Computer Club. PIRACC recycles older donated computers and related items, refurbishes them into working systems, and passes them on to deserving causes. Contact us if you have stuff to donate, or if you know a deserving cause who would benefit from our help. Email: info@piracc.org, Web: www.piracc.org Running Club. Indigo Gym, Mojácar Playa. Monday 5pm. Friday 9.30am. Tlf: 950 475 403. Taekwon-do Club. Indigo Gym, Mojácar Playa. Monday 7pm Ages 12 years to Adults. Saturday 3pm Ages 4 – 7 years. Saturday 4pm Ages 12 years to Adults. Tlf: 950 475 403. The Luvvies Theatre Group - a nonprofit amateur dramatic company. Meets Wednesdays at Bar Rumores 3pm. All are welcome - on stage, behind the scenes, general help. We put on two to three major productions a year, and have other theatre related activities in between. Email: info@theluvvies.com Web: www.theluvvies.com VERA - We are looking at forming a social club for English speaking people, to
1: All Saints' Day – La Fiesta de Todos los Santos - relatives lay flowers on graves of the dead (National Holiday) 2: Election Day (USA) 5: Guy Fawkes/Bonfire Night 5: 100th anniversary of the birth of Roy Rogers 11: Remembrance Day (UK) 13: San Diego de Alcalá, Cuevas del Almanzora 13: Remembrance Sunday (UK) 14: Virgen del Patrocinio, Olula de Castro 19: 50th anniversary of the birth of American actress Meg Ryan 24: Thanksgiving Day (USA) 27: First Sunday of Advent 30: St Andrew’s Day (Patron saint of Scotland) 30: 75th anniversary of the Crystal Palace Fire in 1936 30: 25th anniversary of the death of actor Cary Grant in 1986 December 6: Día de la Constitución (National Holiday) 8: La Inmaculada Concepción (National Holiday)
meet once a week in a local bar with wifi, also to organise trips. If you are interested please contact us on 634 328 303 or pvanner4@yahoo.com Wednesday Lunch Group. We are a 60+ group who meet to enjoy lunch and a chat every Wednesday on Mojácar playa. Why not join us? Tlf: 667 303 788. ZUMBA, ZUMBA GOLD for beginners and the less able & ZUMBATOMIC for kids aged between 5 and 12. Classes in Turre, Los Gallardos, Arboleas & San Juan. Contact for timetable details: 950 462 215 or 697 861 071 facebook.com/zumbaalmeriajuliebruce www.zumbacostadealmeria.com SUPPORT GROUPS Alcoholics Anonymous - Mojacar Area Meetings, Tuesday & Friday, 6 pm, at the Artisan Centre, Mojacar Fuente. Contact 629 108 272/mike@aaspain.org Almeria Angels - Care & Support Services. Paseo Mediterraneo, Mojacar Playa. Tel: 902 026 468. Email: info@almeriaangels.com Web: www.almeriaangels.com Mojácar Area Cancer Support Group (MACS) Helpline: (0034) 634 656 555. General Enquiries: Elaine (0034) 607 598 470. www.macscancersupport.com E-mail: macscancersupport@live.co.uk Ostomist Support for Expats. Call Dee 950 064 322 in confidence. Parkinson’s Disease Support Group Joyce 950 137 109.
Dates for your Diary November 5: Bonfire & Fireworks at Piedra Amarilla Community Centre for Puppy Rescue Dogs to Holland fund. (See page 18) 11: APSA Winter Fashion Show & Auction, La Parrilla, Albox. 7.30pm. 10€ inc. tapas & wine. (see page 18) 12: RBL Albox Remembrance Dinner Dance. For more details contact the Chairman Chris Pearce on 630 56 26 18. 12: Autumn Fair in aid of MACS at Bar El Pinar. (see Sea View column for more info) 17: Dames in Spain trip to Bodega Cerdo, Hondon followed by shopping in Alicante. Info and tickets: Irene Bensen 950 529 399. Friends and guests welcome. 19: Pre Christmas Fair at The New Kimrick Bar, Mojacar Playa. 12pm. (see Sea View column for more info) 20: Fun Run/Walk in aid of Breast Cancer AECC. Bar La Finca 11am. (see Sea View column for more info) 21: Dames in Spain meeting with Hair & Beauty Demonstration by the Emporium. The New Kimrick, Mojacar Playa, 11am. Friends and guests welcome. 22: Dames in Turre Shopping trip to Murcia (Ikea etc.). 14€. Friends and guests always welcome. Tlf: 950 478 633. 26: Ladies & Gentlemans FGBMFI (Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship International) BREAKFAST MEETING now held at Restaurante Torre Bahia, Mojácar Playa, 10am. Cooked Breakfast 5€. Please contact David Templeman: 950 168 349 or David Hamilton 950 681 814 to book. 27: PAWS Christmas Fair at Cueva del Lobo, Mojacar Playa, 2pm. Stalls, Tombola, Play Your Cards Right, Raffle, Competitions, Refreshments. Entrance 1€ (children under 12 - Free) All proceeds to PAWS. 28: Dames in Turre meeting with speaker Stuart Green talking about his life in the Orchestra as a viola player. Centro de Usos Multiples, Turre, 11am. Friends and guests always welcome. December 1: RBL Albox Xmas Bazaar at La Parilla. For more details contact the Chairman Chris Pearce on 630 56 26 18 or hello@chrispearce.co.uk. 2: Anglican Church Christmas Fair. Hotel Puntazo, Mojacar Playa, 10am. 2: F.A.C.E. Christmas Market & Grand Draw of 200€ at Arboleas Salón Multiservicios del Ayuntamiento. Full details to be announced. Raffle tickets on sale from F.A.C.E. Committee Members. 3: Dames in Turre Christmas Market, main square, Turre. Stalls available 5€. Please contact Jean 647 020 783 or email jean22b@hotmail.com
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I went out today (as I write) with ‘Orca Steve’ on his Garrucha moored boat. We were joined by ‘Chef Jeremy’ and ‘Paul the Rope’. We started by trolling inshore and it wasn’t long before I had a hit. There was no fight, just weight, and so I was not surprised to find I had caught a common species in these waters called ‘Mercadonarus Carrierbagus’. I didn’t bother with a photo! We started drifting and bottom fishing in front of the Garrucha lighthouse with an offshore wind in depths of 120 feet to in excess of 600. Many of the usual suspects were caught including swallow tails, combers, pandoras, pouting, poor cod and blue mouths. Jeremy lost a conger which had attached itself to something on the bottom and the line broke. Paul had a conger on for a while but lost it and reeled up to find a pair of lips hanging on a hook, it appears a conger grabbed a
small fish caught by Paul. Around midday the wind disappeared and we fished on a pancake flat sea for a while. This time was fast and furious fishing with lots of small stuff coming up. I was really annoyed at losing one good fish because by the fight and weight I couldn’t work out what it might be but 20 or so feet from the boat it shook its head for only the second or third time during me reeling up and it was gone, damn. The wind eventually started to come in from the South as it usually does around midday but before it got too strong I had a few tentative heavy knocks and I was literally standing up waiting for the big bend when it came. I fought this fish for about 5 to 7 minutes and again couldn’t work out what it might be. Déjà vu was it going to be again? I wondered. My three mates all called it a red snapper but I knew! It wasn’t, as the fight was totally different with the fish seeming to head dive and go round in circles. There was no head banging as such like in a snapper fight, I called it a small conger eel. After losing the first good fish I stayed standing up giving this fish not one inch of line and I was not a little surprised to see a red snapper weighing about 6lbs slide into the net handled expertly by our skipper Steve. It took me only a few seconds to realise why
Market Days Mon: Antas - Berja - Huércal Overa Tues: Albox - Cuevas del Almanzora - Los Gallardos Wed: Bédar - Lubrín - Mojácar - Velez Blanco Thur: Carboneras - Cuevas del Almanzora - Olula del Río - Sorbas Fri: Garrucha - Turre - Zurgena Sat: Aguilas - Arboleas - Tijola - Velez Rubio - Vera Sun: Purias - Villaricos Summer: Garrucha Promenade (Nightly) - San Juan de los Terreros (Sunday)
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this fish didn’t fight like it should, another hook from my trace had attached itself to the fish’s tail limiting the fight it was able to put up. The fish was taken away by Jeremy (head chef at Toscana Restaurant) and he will be cooking it for my wife and I tomorrow night but I can’t hold up The Advertiser to tell you how good it’s going to be, but it will be for sure. The Albox fishing club meets every two weeks at the Azafran restaurant. For the next meeting tel 677 655 049. Andalucian coarse fishing licenses are no longer available through my contact and as suspected the loophole has been closed by the authorities. My only surprise is it took them so long! I will of course continue to try and find another way out of non Spanish anglers having to take the course in Spanish. Girl Friday can still get beach and boat licenses and she will be going for the next batch in the next couple of weeks. For further information on any of the above or to find out about beach, boat or coarse fishing licenses, see John at the Beachcomber Bar Restaurant on Mojacar Playa or tel 950 473 099. In case of difficulty reaching me (probably out fishing) ask staff for my mobile number. See more about the Beachcomber, past fishing reports and photos at www.beachcombermojacar.com
Checkout Mojácar’s weather and sea conditions here on the Beachcomber’s webcam www.beachcombermojacar.com/ beachcomber-webcam/ Tight Lines, Beachcomber John.
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Buses run every half hour from Puerta Marina (25 and 55 past the hour) to Marina de la Torre, with detours to Mojácar village. First bus: (from Puerto Marina) 08.55 Last bus: (from Puerto Marina) 20.55 Last bus: (from Village - goes to Marina de la Torre) 21.15
Service is less frequent 2 pm to 4 pm and 7pm to 9pm. Special dates such as Easter, Major Fiestas, etc., times subject to extensions - consult the Tourist Office or your Hotel Reception. This information is as supplied by the Tourist Office. The Advertiser is not responsible for its accuracy. For information telephone 902 575 130
Bowling Clubs Almería Bowling Club: Jim Pike: Tlf: 950 398 803 Indalo Bowling Club: Toni Watts: Tlf: 950 468 165 Cabrera Lawn Bowling Club: Doreen Sands: Tlf: 950 064 791/690 006 681 Information on Nationals: Bryan Redington: Tlf: 950 478 604
Golf Clubs & Societies Aguilon Golf Members: Les Raufer: Tlf: 636 938 404 or 634 641 199 Almería Golf League: Les Raufer: Tlf: 950 619 273 or 634 641 199 Badgers Golf Society: Keith Bradley: Tlf: 950 478 525 or 607 305 339 Boxers Golf Society: Tlf:607 675 318 or forums section of www. Arboleas.co.uk Cortijo Grande Golf Club: Mike Picken: Tlf: 950 475 509 Forum Golf Society: Phil Elam: Tlf: 666 847 840 or philjelam@yahoo.co.uk website: www.forumgolfsociety.webs.com Marina Members Golf Club: Bob Tink: 950 472 551 Media Golf Society: Carol or Trevor: Tlf: 950 461 077 or 671 971 410 Valle del Este Golf Society: Alan Townsend: Tlf: 690 090 982
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Useful Numbers Police, Ambulance, Fire, Civil Protection Multilingual Operators
112 Health Emergencies
061 Guardia Civil
062 Local Police
092 RADIO-TAXI 950 22 61 61 Legal - 24hr Water (Emergencies) Galasa ................................. 902 355 575 Gestagua (Albox) ...... 950 120 649
Electricity (Emergencies) Sevillana ............................ 902 516 516
Gas (Leaks): Repsol .................................... 901 121 212
Telefonica Faults .................................................................. 1002 Int. Operator ..................................... 11825
Coast Guard .......... 900 202 202 British Consulate (24hrs) All Areas ............................ 902 109 356
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90 years of the Poppy Appeal The ‘British Legion’ was formed in the UK on 15th April 1921 by the joining together of 4 national organisations set up after WW1 to help all those ex-servicemen returning from War. Today, being in its 90th year of formation and gaining Royal Charter in 1971 thus becoming The Royal British Legion, it is still the foremost charity looking after the welfare and care of the serving and ex-serving men and women and their families. Each year poppies are available to remind us of those very dedicated and brave people who give their lives for our freedom. In addition to providing wide ranging welfare care we are the Nations custodian of Remembrance ensuring the efforts and sacrifices made are never forgotten. More recently, members here in Spain are proud to be part of what is now known as The Royal British Legion In Spain having achieved formal registration in accordance with Spanish Law to carry out its works and as such has no connection with any other organisations or indeed clubs. However, Help 4 Heroes is counted as one of the contributors towards welfare where difficulties for a Beneficiary are being experienced. The “Shoulder to Shoulder with All Who Serve” motto indicates the aim of The Royal British Legion in Spain to fundraise for those in difficulty. Importantly all money collected here in Spain is actually expended on welfare for those who are eligible in Spain. The Mojacar Branch Membership, formed almost 20 years ago, has been very successful in their efforts of fundraising for the Poppy Appeal by organising throughout each year various functions & trips, together with the generosity of individuals. In 2009 the extraordinary amount of €12,383.97 was raised and amazingly [despite the credit crunch] we were able to achieve the sum of €10,687.46 for 2010. We are looking forward to collecting throughout Mojácar and the surrounding areas from the 14th October until Remembrance tide for 2011. As custodians of the '2 Minute Silence for Remembrance' this year as has been the tradition with the Mojácar Branch, the Remembrance Service will be held on the 13th November at the Anglican San Pasqual Church Mojacar at 10.30am with a lunch to follow at The New Kimrick Restaurant and anyone wishing to join us should contact 950 473 189.
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