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225.000E 3 bedroom apartment located in the centre of Nerja, just 350m from the beach.

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8 Guide to visiting Paris - Part 2 by Jessica Infantino Trumble 12 Homes with amazing kitchens 14 Beauty Advent Calendar Offers By MoneySaverSpain.com 16 Events - December Keep your finger on the pulse and find out what's happening this month. 18 Christmas Holiday Travel Gift guide by Jessica Infantino Trumble 20 Car News - Audi Q8 Martin Ward drives Audi's new large SUV. 22 Local News 24 Royal British Legion, Nerja Branch 26 Football Fixtures December 28 The Arts Society Nerja December Lecture

30 Gadgets Stand out gadget gifts for christmas 34 Health, Body & Soul 36 Almijara Bowls and Buena Vista Petanca Clubs. 38 What’s On Events and trips organised by local clubs 42 Zodiac Predictions by Manish Kumar Arora, K.P. Astrologer,Numerologist, Tarot Card Reader & Vastu Consultant 43 Competition: Name Jumble 44 Micronutrients: Selenium 46 Healthy Christmas Recipe: Brazil Nut and Brussel Sprout bake 48 Local animal charities News from CAS and TAIL 52-61 Tourist maps & info 62 Classifieds & Small Ads

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Lovely 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom villa on the east of Nerja. Sea and open views with easy access, all on one level with a spacious garage. Private pool, sunny terraces including a covered area and barbecue. Lots of potential!

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SAN JUAN DE CAPISTRANO (REF: DG1678)

Superb renovated and extended apartment in the popular San Juan de Capistrano. Spacious with 2 bedrooms, both en-suite with a further WC. Generous lounge & kitchen with a utility room. Large, sunny, south-facing terrace with panoramic mountain & sea views. Communal pool & gardens.

Price: 299.000 euros

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BURRIANA (REF: DG1673)

TORROX PARK (REF: DG1676)

Well-presented semi-detached bungalow in Urb Panorama, Torrox Park. Sea views, spacious living area and summer lounge, storage and 2 bedrooms. Good rental potential, low maintenance and good access.

Price: 205.000 euros

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Front line apartment on Burriana beach, Nerja with a large south-facing terrace to enjoy. 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, garage and storage.

Price: 490.000 euros

Awaiting EPC

PRESTIGE PROPERTY BURRIANA (REF: DG1617)

Detached villa with pool superbly located behind Playa Burriana. Main house comprises of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and underneath there is a spacious self-contained 1 bedroom apartment. Outside there are various store rooms, small driveway and a delightful pool. All within walking distance of amenities, central Nerja and the beach.

Price: 379.000 euros

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Wishing all our clients and friends a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! From all of us at Nerjamar. ! W/ VE NE USI CL EX

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FRIGILIANA (REF: DG1667)

SAN JUAN DE CAPISTRANO (REF: DG1675)

CAPISTRANO PLAYA (REF: DG1674)

Price: 339.000 euros

Price: 225.000 euros

Lovely sea views from the spacious terrace, semi-detached bungalow in San Francisco, Nerja. Spacious and all on one level with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and storage. Excellent access, parking near the entrance and presents beautifully.

PRESTIGE PROPERTY

FUENTE DEL BADEN (REF: DG1656)

Awaiting EPC

Spacious one bedroom apartment on the exclusive Capistrano Playa, just above Playa Burriana, Nerja. Superb sea views from sunny south-facing terrace.

Awaiting EPC

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Detached villa in a rural setting but within walking distance of Frigiliana town. Easy access along concrete track and built in traditonal style with many features, various sunny patios, fruit trees and gardens. Delightful pool area with stunning views of the mountains, countryside, the whitewashed town of Frigiliana and the sea.

Price: 425.000 euros

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PRESTIGE PROPERTY

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PUNTA LARA (REF: DG1377)

Breathtaking sea and mountain views. This luxury 6 bedroom villa is situated in the west of Nerja town and beaches. The villa is divided into 3 separate apartments, each with its own separate access. Can easily be converted back into one very big villa! Additionally a large pool with an infinity effect and ample terrace areas to enjoy.

Detached villa with generous private pool & gardens situated in a sought-after area on the outskirts of Nerja. Two bedrooms in the main house with a further one bedroom self-contained guest apartment. Various terraces including a roof terrace with views across Nerja to the sea. Delightful pool area with solarium and barbecue.

Price: 449.000 euros

EPC rating G

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PUNTA LARA (REF: DG1454)

OASIS DE CAPISTRANO (REF: DG1672)

BURRIANA (REF: DG1671)

Price: 249.000 euros

Price: 230.000 euros

Newly refurbished south-facing 2 bedroom apartment on the very sought-after Oasis de Capistrano. Breathtaking sea and mountain views with a generous sized terrace. A wonderful opportunity with excellent rental potential. Priced to sell quickly.

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Price: 595.000 euros

Spacious apartment in Urb. Valparaiso, Burriana Beach, with delightful communal gardens and pool. Apartment enjoys a west-facing terrace, 2 bedrooms, bathroom and WC, fitted kitchen and lounge diner. Private parking and sold furnished.

Awaiting EPC

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Stunning panoramic sea and mountain views from this spacious residence in Punta Lara Alto. Country setting but with easy access with fully concreted track, six bedrooms (one currently used as a games room) four bathrooms two large lounges, generous kitchen and utility. Superb terraces, pool and barbecue area, all with those fabulous views!

Price: 749.000 euros

EPC rating E

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FUENTE DEL BADEN (REF: DG1627) This lovely villa with beautiful views in the sought-after location of Fuente del Baden has 3 bedrooms, utility room and a private pool to enjoy. All on one level with privacy, established gardens, garage and a carport. Large enough for extended stays or as a permanent residence.

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PARADOR (REF: DG1668)

Superbly renovated to a high standard, spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a large "wrap around" terrace on Agua Marina, just a short walk to Burriana Beach and Nerja centre. Communal parking, gardens and pool. Fantastic location!

Price: 525.000 euros

EPC rating E

Price: 319.000 euros

EPC rating G

TROPICANA (REF: DG1640)

2 bedroom townhouse on the popular Urb. Tropicana. Private garden with built-in barbecue, sunny upper & lower terraces. Superb communal pool with bar / restaurant and within walking distance of the beach. Registered for rental, sold furnished and ready to go!

Price: 275.000 euros

EPC rating E

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Guide to Visiting Paris - Part 2

Following on from last month, here is the second part of the guide to visiting Paris, perhaps a pre-Christmas trip for a spot of shopping ? By Jessica Infantino Trumble

n terms of shopping in Paris you’ll find everything from big department stores (aka les grand magasins Le Bon Marché, Printemps and Galeries Lafayette) to every luxury brand under the sun as you walk down the ChampsÉlysées and tons of smaller boutiques and specialty shops throughout the city. And while there’s no shortage of chintzy souvenir stores in Paris, a unique alternative are the green metal bouquiniste stalls along the banks of the Seine and if you are plannning your visit around Christmas, don't forget the gorgeous Christmas

stalls. Markets are also quintessentially Parisian and each neighbourhood has its own where on certain days of the week you’ll find amazing fresh produce and other locally produced food items, perfect for just browsing or for assembling your very own picnic. By no means is this an exhaustive list of all Paris has to offer. While it may be tempting to try to pack in as much as possible, my biggest piece of advice is to go with the intention of someday returning so you can focus and enjoy your time.

The Galeries Lafayette decorated at Christmas

Where to Eat and Drink Paris is one of the best places for food with options ranging from the humblest sidewalk cafes to Michelin star restaurants and everything in between. And the good thing is you don’t have to eat fancy to eat well in Paris. For example, my favourite way to start the day is at a café with a coffee and a pastry – a café au lait (coffee with hot milk) and pain au chocolat (chocolatefilled croissant) to be exact, along with some fruit from the market to complete the meal. For lunch, I typically eat something small on the go and there is tons of street food throughout Paris ranging from baguette sandwiches and crêpes to ethnic options like dim sum, kebabs and falafel (I highly recommend L’As du Fallafel on Rue des Rosiers in the Marais). French cuisine can be intimidating, but you can’t go wrong with classic dishes like boeuf bourguin, coq au vin, salade niçoise (I also love

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a salade de chèvre chaud topped with warm goat cheese) or soupe à l’oignon at a traditional brasserie. The traditional steak frite is also a must in Paris, and one of the more exciting places to indulge in this bistro favourite is Le Relais de l’Entrecôte. The city is also rich with every type of international cuisine you can think of, and I always like to seek out pizza at least once on a trip (my top pick thus far is Ober Mamma also in the Marais). Bottom line, it helps to do a little research before you go so you have a few restaurants in your back pocket (no one makes a good decision when they’re hangry). For at least one meal I highly suggest a picnic in the park.

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This is your opportunity to visit a local market and specialty stores like a boulagerie and formangerie (the “-erie stores” as I like to call them) to buy bread, cheese, meat, fruit and of course, wine. The Jardin du Luxembourg is one of my favourite spots to picnic, but there are many places where you can enjoy your meal ranging from the Champ de Mars across from the Eiffel Tower to Place des Vosges, Jardin des Plantes and the banks alongside the Seine. Note that most public parks have closing times around sunset so be sure to plan accordingly.

side, which is a minor tradeoff given its near-perfect location. I especially love how the windows in the rooms open up to reveal the surrounding streets and rooftops (c’est la vie). I’ve stayed here multiple times and have always found the staff to be extremely friendly and accommodating with directions, restaurant reservations, etc. Breakfast is available for an additional cost and includes a hearty assortment of eggs, meats, cheeses, cereals, breads and pastries with made-to-order coffee, juice and milk (it’s a good drawback was that the neighbourhood surrounding The Hoxton value if already included in your felt busy, gritty and lacked some of the charm that I love about the rate). Latin Quarter. And even though it’s relatively central, getting around And I can’t talk about food in For something on the Right Bank, seemed to require a little more effort (i.e. multiple train changes Paris without mentioning all I’ve also stayed at The Hoxton on the metro, especially to reach the airport and about a 20 minute of the amazing sweets you’ll in the 2nd arrondissement walk to reach major sites like the Louvre and Palais Garnier). encounter. This topic alone is within the first week of its Also Good to Know worthy of an entire post with all grand opening in Paris. My first of the artfully-created pastries introduction to The Hox (as it’s Tourists sometimes regard Parisians as “rude”, but what they and pastel-hued macarons affectionately called) was in may not realise is that the French culture has a certain amount that adorn pâtisserie windows Amsterdam the previous year, of formality that many may not be familiar with. Standards of throughout the city. In warmer and its French counterpart what’s considered appropriate behaviour are slightly different weather, you’ll be happy to know boasts the same hip vibe with and language has a lot to do with that. For example greetings are that there is no shortage of ice acute attention to location and super important, like saying bonjour (hello) when you enter a store cream shops serving glace and history in its design and décor. (bonus if you add monsieur/madame for sir/madam) and au revior during the winter it’s a treat to Throughout you’ll find plush (goodbye) when you leave. Another obvious one is s’il vous plaît warm up with a chocolat chaud. velvet chairs, modern light (please) and merci (thank you). Simple pleasantries like this not fixtures and not one but two only are respectful but are practically the price of entry in Paris, Where to Stay restored spiral staircases, along otherwise you run the risk of being ignored. Not only is this polite, Location is everything in Paris, with a brassier-style restaurant, it will help you have a better experience. I also like to brush up on and where you stay is one of old-fashioned speakeasy bar and other French basis like numbers (which is especially helpful when the most important things to a gorgeous lobby that spills out shopping) and simple phrases that I know will come in handy in consider. Each arrondissement onto two adjacent courtyards, restaurants and with transportation. Bottom line, learning a little has its own personality and which are the perfect place to language goes a long way. my absolute favourite place relax with a coffee or cocktail. to call home is the Hotel The Hoxton Agora Saint Germain in the 5th arrondissement. This Left We chose a “Roomy” room Bank boutique hotel oozes with that gave us more space than charm and its atmospheric we’re used to at boutique hotels neighbourhood in the Latin in Europe, which was both Quarter has a local yet lively feel comfortable and modern (copper with tons of specialty shops, fixtures and white subway tiles cafés, restaurants and markets in the spacious bathroom) with nearby. It’s also within walking touches of Parisian chic (a large distance of sights including light-filled window and beautiful Notre Dame, the Panthéon and parquet floors). There’s an inJardin du Luxembourg, as well room fridge with fresh milk and as the bustling Boulevard Saint- bottled water that can also be We take this opportunity to thank you for showing full Germain with more shopping stocked with additional items faith in us, and dedication towards our company. We and restaurants and several from The Hoxton’s “no rip off continue to work for, and with you. metro stations. mini bar” behind the front desk. We value our relationship and strive to strengthen our You’re also given a breakfast bag Hotel Agora Saint to hang on your door before you bond more in the coming new year. Wishing you love and Germain go to bed, which is filled with happiness this season and prosperity for 2019. a banana, yogurt and orange The rooms at the Agora Saint MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR juice the next morning. The only Germain are on the small-ish

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Five Homes with Amazing Kitchens In most homes the kitchen is one of the most important rooms. That is where the cooking takes place and is the key hub for families, couples or single people when they have guests.

The kitchen should be a comfortable practical space, that meets the needs of the household, but above all, allow us to have everything within easy reach while we prepare the food. There also needs to be some good aesthetics and design going on. A beautiful bright and pleasant kitchen can become the perfect space to enjoy eating, talking, laughing and living with those we love the most. Here we take a look at five amazing kitchens. In them you will find all the inspiration you need to carry out your own grand kitchen design. 1. A classic kitchen (right) Those who are looking for a classic home complete with a dream kitchen, look no further. This large house has a spectacular kitchen that is certainly impressive. The kitchen has a large island and is fully equipped with appliances and quality materials. Marble, soft colours and perfect lighting in this kitchen make it the ideal place to serve up five star dishes.

2. Different styles in a kitchen (below) Two or more styles can coexist in a kitchen and this example shows off that fact to full effect. This city centre apartment has a lot of character and one of the most important places is the kitchen. This is an independent kitchen that preserves the original stone wall and vaulted ceilings. This beautiful kitchen combines some old elements with an industrial feel. It compliments the dining room which is near to the patio. 3. Integrated living/dining room and kitchen (see page 14, top right) Not all homes can afford to dedicate an exclusive space for the kitchen. Lots of kitchens these days blend with the dining room and or lounge. In this apartment the kitchen blends the rooms together effortlessly. In reality it is a very simple kitchen but fully equipped with all the essential appliances and good quality materials and finish. It is functional and practical and day to day living in this style of home is easy to achieve.

4. Elegance and distinction (top of page) Within this house, the kitchen could be a luxury lounge. It is at the very heart of this houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design. It is a kitchen with an island and is spacious and beautiful, with a nice dining area, is well lit and a great space to enjoy cooking and eating as a family. 12 THE MARKET PLACE

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It is well equipped with everything needed in a kitchen and also has the benefit of ample storage space for kitchen utensils, crockery and gadgets. The dining area is perfect for those who want to make their space open to social get togethers.

5. Industrial Inspiration (left) This kitchen looks a lot like those that appear in movies. But it is not in New York, it is in fact Barcelona. The kitchen is the central focus of this amazing house. With a high, vaulted ceiling, it is impossible to look at without your jaw dropping. The columns, which are part of the original construction, contribute to give the room that vanguard feel.

Beauty Advent Calendar Offers 2018 Beauty advent calendars are getting more popular, especially when you consider the cost of buying the contents separately. Here’s a round up of the most popular ones available in Spain online and in stores. L’Occitane en Provence Together with Maison Castelbajac Paris, L’Occitane offers 2 calendars: Sueños (dreams): 49 euros, valued at by MoneySaverSpain.com 83.50 euros Constelaciones (constellations): 99.90 euros, valued at 107.50 euros. Amazon Beauty It’s the first year that Amazon has launched You can also create your own advent calendar by choosing 24 products from its Amazon Beauty advent calendar in Spain, at a price of 65 euros and valued at 40 available: face care, hand creams, 187 euros. The contents are detailed in full perfumes and more. (Note: Each product can only be included once). on Amazon’s website, and include: Products available online with free Olay moisturising creams, Bourjois delivery and in selected stores. eyeliner, Rimmel lipstick, Dove gel and cream, Isdin micelar solution, Aussie hair Rituals conditioner, Rituals shower gel, and lots Rituals also offers 2 different advent more! calendars: Note that the contents of the beauty advent Exclusive: 59.50 euros, valued at 120 euros calendar for Spain may differ to those Deluxe: 89 euros, valued at 140 euros available in the UK and USA. Each one comes with 24 gifts of Rituals creams, gels, make up, perfume and scented candles.

The Body Shop Although The Body Shop has a 20% discount for newbies, this is not applicable to beauty advent calendars. The two available are: Deluxe 25 days: 80 euros, valued at 138.50 euros Ultimate 25 days: 140 euros, valued at 274.50 euros Both calendars include The Body Shop bath and body products, face care, make up, hair care and accessories. 14 THE MARKET PLACE

Calendars can be ordered online with free delivery to a local pick up point.

El Corte Ingles You can find several top brand beauty advent calendars at El Corte Ingles including: NYX Sugar Trip 24 days: 49.90 euros Lancome: 99 euros Kiehl’s: 69 euros Clarins: 80 euros Atelier Cologne: 60 euros ASOS: Priced at 58.99 euros, this calendar has 24 mini sized items, including some major brands such as Clinique. Online only, it comes with free delivery.

Are Beauty Advent Calendars Worth The Cost? Remember that many items will be mini-sized, such as shower gels or hair products, so check before buying. You’ll also have to take into account your own beauty routine: if you have sensitive skin or use vegan products then these calendars may not be suitable. However as a treat we think that the price of most calendars is worth it!

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Events

"The Fury of Colour" by Francisco Iturrino - until the 3rd March 2019.

Christmas Lights in Malaga Until 6th January

The Christmas season in Malaga begins with the switching on of its decorative lights at the end of November. Malaga spends over 500,000E each year on it's Christmas lighting display, which boasts hundreds of thousands of LED bulbs. Celebrations are centred around the beautifully illuminated Calle Larios, and there is always a majestic Christmas tree in the Plaza de la ConstituciĂłn. If you've never seen Christmas lights Malaga style, it's well worth a visit!

With this exhibition the Museo Carmen Thyssen Malaga pays tribute to Francisco Iturrino (Santander, 1864 - Cagnes-sur-Mer, 1924), one of the leading artists represented in our permanent collection, and to help settle a historical debt: the unfair silencing of a pioneer in Spanish avant-garde art of the first quarter of the twentieth century.

MIMA MALAGA From 26th December to 4th January 2019. At the Malaga Trade Fair and Conference Centre. MIMA is one of the most emblematic Christmas events in Malaga, a meeting place for children from 4 to 12 years of age where fun and learning go hand in hand, creating great times for all the family.

This big get-together offers eight days of celebration, combining amusements, workshops and activities suitable for all tastes and ages, and attracting more than 30,000 visitors every year. As well as all the leisure options, this event promotes values linked to sport and physical activity, care and conservation of the environment, reading and technological skills.

Malaga Marathon 9th December 2018 Starting at 08:30 and finishing at 14:35. The marathon, which covers a distance of 42,195m, is run within the city and has been officially recognised and approved by the Spanish Royal Athletics Federation (R.F.E.A.). Participation is open to any athletes who are over the age of 18 on the day of the race (born in 1997 or before), and who have fulfilled all of the registration requirements by the deadline. 16 THE MARKET PLACE

Henri Matisse "Jazz" - Museo Carmen Thyssen, Malaga until 13th January Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 8pm

Due to his deteriorating health, which impeded him from painting, Henri Matisse began a new creative phase. Thus, the paper cut-outs that he had used years ago became his main means of expression with scissors replacing his brushes. On display are the 20 sheets that make up the book, lent by the MusĂŠe Fabre de Montpellier. continued on page 18

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Christmas Holiday Travel Gift Guide By Jessica Infantino Trumble, www.boardingpasstraveler.com

The Christmas holidays are really close now and while the retail season seems to start earlier and earlier each year, there’s something nice about knocking your shopping out sooner rather than later so you can spend more time enjoying all of the festivities that come with this time of year. And for the person on your list who’s already dreaming about where their 2019 travels will take them, my annual gift guide may be a good place to start for inspiration. This year’s roundup includes gift giving ideas for 8 different types of travellers to cover everyone on your holiday shopping list. 1. FOR THE FOODIE: Global Spices One of the best things about travel is the food. And while many of us return home with the hope of recreating specific dishes, it’s hard to succeed without the right spices. Problem solved thanks to World Spice Merchants, which offers an amazing assortment of more than 200 spices and seasonings from around the globe. Choose a starter kit with 16 different spices and companion cookbook, or shop by spice region or type and get cooking. No passport required. www.worldspice.com 2. FOR THE FITNESS-FOCUSED: YoFoMat Sticking to your workout routine on the go can be challenging, but the packable YoFoMat from Khatland makes it just that much easier. This full-size mat comes in a variety of thicknesses and colors and folds down to about the size of a textbook so you can squeeze in some yoga, pilates, core work (planks anyone?), etc. wherever you are. It also comes with a handy carrying case for easy transport and storage. www.khataland.com 3. FOR THE FASHIONISTA: Jewelry Organizer This leather jewelry organizer is perfect for the girl who has everything, or at least the girl that hates untangling her jewelry while traveling. It’s small and compact with a secure zipper closure, and incudes a pouch in the lid, ring holders and two removable dividers so you can customize it to your fit needs. www.amazon.com

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4. FOR THE GUY’S GUY: Shaving Kit Grooming on the road is a no brainer thanks to the Dollar Shave Club’s Traveler Bundle. It includes travel-sized versions of their easy shave butter and post shave cream along with a durable, water-resistant bag. Combine this bundle with one of the Dollar Shave Club’s trial kits for even more mini products to round out the perfect travel routine. www.dollarshaveclub.com 5. FOR THE OUTDOORS ENTHUSIAST: Camping Hammock For the outdoorsman (or woman) who has everything, I can’t think of a more versatile, not to mention relaxing, gift idea than a double hammock. I particularly like the DoubleNest Hammock from Eagle Next Outfitters, which is super durable, lightweight and easily stuffs into its built-in storage pouch (hammock straps sold separately). It’s ideal for camping, hiking or wherever your travels take you, even if it’s only as far as your own backyard. Plus, for every hammock sold the company plants two trees in a place of need. www.eaglesnestoutfittersinc.com 6. FOR THE SAVVY PACKER: Foldable Duffle Bag Pack light without worrying about not having enough room for what you may bring back during your travels thanks to the Fold-Up Bag from Paravel. Self-described as the perfect extra bag, it zips flat into its own self-contained pouch and unfolds to a full-size duffel that can be used for as a

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First Driving Impressions - Audi Q8, UK Press Event, Buckinghamshire The Q8 is the latest addition to what is an extensive range of cars; saloons, estates, SUV’s, convertibles and coupes. In the Audi portfolio there are 51 in total. In 2001 they only offered 17.

n paper, the Q8 shouldn’t work. It looks like it is called the wrong thing – Q8, and based on Audi’s badging system, the bigger the car, the bigger the number on the badge: A3 is bigger than an A1, a A8 is bigger than a A6, a Q5 is bigger than a Q3... you get the picture. But going against that well tried and tested policy, the Q8 is smaller than a Q7, but bigger than a Q5. The Q8 is 4,986mm long and 2,190mm wide (inc mirrors) compared to a Q7 at 5,052mm and 2,212mm and a Q5 at 4,663 and 2,140. But to say the Q8 is small is a vast mistake. It is, in fact, huge. The Q8, despite being smaller than a Q7 is the Flagship of the Audi Q family, and so deserves the 8 Badge. The Q8 is a large, executive five seat SUV, that has some fantastic and bold lines. The ‘haunches’ or ‘shoulders’ over the rear wheels are very distinctive, and are following the design language of some other recently launched Audi models. It does look good. Available at launch is the Q8 50 TDI 286ps s line Tiptronic, which is the car we drove on the event. Just to explain the recently introduced badging system, which is a bit confusing and probably unnecessary: A 25 badge means it is up to 106hp. 30 is between 107hp to 127hp, 35 has a power output between 145hp to 159hp, 40 is 223hp to 244hp, 50 is 278hp to 304hp, 55 423hp to 449hp, 60 is 423hp to 449hp and 70 is 529hp and above. Some engines do not fit in with this badging, as the power output is not listed... confused? Hope not, and to make it slightly more confusing, some data from some sources is in PS, not HP! The 50 286ps is a lovely smooth engine and coupled to the 8-speed Tiptronic is a dream 20 THE MARKET PLACE

to drive, so smooth and quiet. The Q8 also has a mild Hybrid system (MHEV) which is 48v technology, and when charged it will power the car for a short distance on electric power only, as the engine is automatically switched off which saves fuel and reduces emissions. This system works effortlessly, and you really have no idea if you are on diesel or electric power. The standard equipment level is very high, there seems to be everything you need in a car, and more besides. During the time we drove the car it was difficult to try and test everything on offer in the cockpit as it is full of goodies. Everything is so clever and easy to use and operate. Audi seem to understand what drivers need, they do not over complicate anything. There are hardly any buttons on the dash as everything is operated by touch screen and is very intuitive. The interior is very luxurious and when you sit in the Q8 you really feel as though you are in a very expensive and prestigious executive saloon, or SUV. Leg, head and shoulder room is more than adequate for

five adults and there are not many cars that you would be happy travelling with four other adults, but in the Q8 you could go many a mile, and still be comfortable. But the best place in the car is the drivers seat, though I wouldn’t mind being front seat passenger for some considerable distance. The materials used, the fit and finish are all up to a very high standard, and if anything I would say even higher than any previous Audi. It really is superb, a great place to sit. The Q8 of course has the quattro four-wheel drive system as standard on all models, which is designed for smooth, rapid, allweather performance, and has a self-locking centre differential. Prices for the Q8 start from £65,040 OTR in the UK for a 50 TDI S line. I could go on forever about how good the Q8 is but to sum up, it is the top of the Q range, an elegant five-seat luxury SUV with Coupe styling, with those huge shoulders and frameless side windows, which all add up to a very desirable, great looking, and very useable car… but not that easy to park…

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Local News Local News Local News Local News Four arrested for 18 robberies in the Axarquia area The Guardia Civil have confirmed that they arrested 4 people at the end of October for their involvement in 18 different robberies in rural areas of Torrox, Nerja and Frigiliana. After complaints from the households affected the Guardia Civil began an investigation called "Cortijeros" which ended with the arrest of the leaders of the plot. Two people of Romanian nationality that have previous history with the police were located.

road was closed due to a massive fall of rocks and earth. The clean up took place during the week of 22nd November and the road was reopened to traffic on that day. However, almost 50 school children could not attend classes. Consideration is being given to installing protective grills that will help to prevent these rock slides in the future.

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For the third time since 2004, the N340 between Nerja and Torrox has been cut off due to rocks falling from the cliff as a result of heavy rain. This time the culprit was a giant rock weighing more than five tonnes that fell near the beach of Calaceite. Fortunately the rockfall, which took place at 4pm on the 20th November, did not cause any personal or material damage, which is surprising as the road is usually quite busy.

The Tourism Department of the Council of Nerja are pleased to announce that they are leaders in the Malaga region, thanks to the income from hotel rooms after this season. According to the latest data published by the Institute of Statistics and Cartography of Andalusia, prepared from the operation of the Hotel Occupancy Survey of the INE (Institute of National Statistics) Nerja is the leader of this category.

The Local Police and Guardia Civil took charge and the rock was removed in the late afternoon with the help of heavy machinery, including a hydraulic hammer which was used to be break the rock into more than 25 cubic metres of stone.

Maintenence technicians authorised the reopening of the A7206 road at kilometre 10.7 between Algarrobo and Sayalonga at the end of last month. The 22 THE MARKET PLACE

The reservoirs in the Malaga province, in particular those in the Guadalhorce area, have benefitted immensely from recent rainfall, tripling their reserves compared to last year. The differences compared to last year in terms of the water levels in the Malaga province are vast. The start of the Autumn season could not have been better for the Malaga marshes, which have managed to leave behind the threat of drought, thanks to the recent downpours. Twelve months ago the reservoirs were barely 30% full, now they are above 70%, which secures water for around 4 years.

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The road is expected to be closed for a month because the security mesh on the hillside was damaged. With more rain forecast there could also be more landslides ahead.

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There have been many actions carried out by the Local Council Tourism Department to promote brand "Nerja". Promotion and visibility through fairs, such as FITUR or the recent World Travel Market in London and participation in all the traditional fairs to increase interest in Nerja.

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Falling 5 tonne rock closes the N340 between Nerja and Torrox

Through more investigations it was found that the perpetrators travelled by public transport to the locations and took refuge in abandoned houses, where they waited for nightfall to approach other houses in which to commit robberies. They took appliances that would transport easily. By monitoring events the Guardia Civil were able to detain the other two individuals who were also Romanian, and together with their associates were placed at the disposal of the authorities.

UGT have denounced the agreement that was previously made, and expired in 2015. They also criticize the lack of information about future plans, because the service may be municipilised in May 2019.

Half of the sixty workers from Livitemsa in Torrox protested in November, demanding a salary increase of 6% and also asking for at least two days of rest per week. The unions CC OO and

The Mayor of Nerja Rosa Arrabal visted London to attend the 39th World Travel Market in November to promote the destination of Nerja to British Tourists. The World Travel Market is one of the most important events in the tourist industry, at which thousands of businesses and professionals attend. The fair is a strategic showcase for tourism and one of the main economic drivers which shows the many diverse aspects of Nerja; the different coves and beaches, culture, lesuire and sports activities, nature and gastronomy among others.

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The Royal British Legion, Nerja Branch Our annual Poppy Walk, scheduled to take place on 14 October, was postponed due to the heavy rain that day. However, undeterred, 12 participants reassembled the following Sunday and walked from Maro to Nerja raising over 1,100 euro for the 2018 Poppy Appeal. Remembrance weekend was a busy time for RBL Nerja. Over 100 people attended our Poppy Ball on Friday 9 November. They enjoyed a wonderful evening with dinner, wine, entertainment and dancing. Then on Sunday 11 November over 200 people were present at our Remembrance Day ceremony as we paid tribute to those who lost their lives in past conflicts particularly remembering those lost during World War One. This was followed by lunch at the Caves restaurant. The weekend’s events raised a further 1,000 plus euro. Many thanks to all those who participated in and

generously supported these events. Moving on, the festive season is fast approaching! Get into the spirit at our Festival of Christmas carol service. All are welcome to join us at the Caves Restaurant, Maro on 12 December at 7pm for 7.30pm. Price is 10 euro per head to include 2 glasses of wine, food and a raffle. To book contact Kim: Email: kim_bowe1@hotmail.com The celebrations continue with our Christmas lunch on 20 December at 1pm at the Al Andalus hotel. Again all are welcome. The price is just 16 euro for drinks and canapés followed by a 3 course lunch with wine. To book please contact Kim as above.

Nerja Branch Poppy Appeal organiser presented pennants to P.J. Cullen, Manager of La Tabla and Hayley Page, Manager of Lews Restaurants in Torrox Park and Torrox Costa respectively, in recognition of the collections and support they have given to the Legion throughout the year.

The RBL Nerja Branch wishes you all a very merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and peaceful 2019.

The Family Medicine Department at Vithas Salud Almuñecar always at your service The Department of Family and Community Medicine at Vithas Salud Medical Centre Almuñecar, located on Paseo San Cristóbal, No. 18, is specialised in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of acute and chronic diseases, as well as in the treatment and assessment of occupational accidents and temporary work incapacities. The department is continuously aiming at improving our health by advising on hygiene-dietary recommendations, healthy eating, among others. It has multilingual nursing and patient care team (English, French, German and Spanish are spoken), with extensive experience, adapted to the requirements of the foreign patients, attending them from 8 am to 10 pm. The Unit is led by doctors Ingrid Arce and Iván Múgica, physicians with 24 THE MARKET PLACE

extensive experience of more than 20 years in primary care, both in public and private medical sector here in Spain and in Sweden. The professionals working in the Department of Family and Community Medicine are treating both Spanish and foreign patients of all ages (children and adults) on a daily basis, with the utmost professionalism and high level of expertise. “The key to providing the best overall care to our patients lies in the excellent and fluid coordination between our Centre, Vithas Xanit International Hospital, Vithas Parque San Antonio and the rest of Vithas Salud centres in Nerja (open 24 hours from Monday to Friday), Rincon de la Victoria, Torre del Mar or Malaga. This coordination with medical

specialists makes the assessment of clinical cases, medical transport, clinical laboratory tests or imaging diagnosis, as well as communication with administrative staff, very useful and practical for our patients,” says Dr Arce. Vithas Salud Medical Centre offers to its private patients of all nationalities, a set of services characterised by quality care and personalised attention. The centre works with most foreign both travel and insurance companies to provide medical care, diagnosis and treatment without requiring that the patient (whether resident or tourist) has to travel to other locations on the coast or return to their home country for the continuation of the treatment.

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FOOTBALL FIXTURES DECEMBER FOOTBALL FIXTURES DECEMBER FOOTBALL PREMIER LEAGUE SATURDAY 1ST DECEMBER Crystal Palace v Burnley Huddersfield T v Brighton & HA Leicester City v Watford Manchester C v Bournemouth Newcastle Utd v West Ham Utd Southampton v Manchester Utd SUNDAY 2ND DECEMBER Chelsea v Fulham Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur Liverpool v Everton TUESDAY 4TH DECEMBER Bournemouth v Huddersfield T Brighton & HA v Crystal Palace West Ham United v Cardiff City Watford v Manchester City WEDNESDAY 5TH DECEMBER Burnley v Liverpool Everton v Newcastle United Fulham v Leicester City Wolves v Chelsea Manchester United v Arsenal Tottenham H v Southampton SATURDAY 8TH DECEMBER Bournemouth v Liverpool Arsenal v Huddersfield Town Burnley v Brighton & HA Cardiff City v Southampton Manchester United v Fulham West Ham Utd v Crystal Palace Chelsea v Manchester City Leicester City v Tottenham H SUNDAY 9TH DECEMBER Newcastle Utd v Wolves MONDAY 10TH DECEMBER Everton v Watford SATURDAY 15TH DECEMBER Manchester City v Everton Crystal Palace v Leicester City Huddersfield T v Newcastle Utd Tottenham H v Burnley Watford v Cardiff City Wolves v Bournemouth Fulham v West Ham United SUNDAY 16TH DECEMBER Brighton & HA v Chelsea Southampton v Arsenal Liverpool v Manchester Utd FRIDAY 21ST DECEMBER Wolves v Liverpool SATURDAY 22ND DECEMBER Arsenal v Burnley Bournemouth V Brighton & HA Chelsea v Leicester City Huddersfield T v Southampton

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Manchester City v Crystal Palace 16.00 Newcastle Utd v Fulham 16.00 West Ham United v Watford 16.00 Cardiff City v Manchester Utd 18.30 SUNDAY 23RD DECEMBER Everton v Tottenham H 17.00 WEDNESDAY 26TH DECEMBER Fulham v Wolves 13.30 Burnley v Everton 16.00 Crystal Palace v Cardiff City 16.00 Leicester City v Manchester City 16.00 Liverpool v Newcastle United 16.00 Manchester Utd v Huddersfield T 16.00 Tottenham H v Bournemouth 16.00 Brighton & HA v Arsenal 18.15 Watford v Chelsea 20.30 THURSDAY 27TH DECEMBER Southampton v West Ham Utd 20.45 SATURDAY 29TH DECEMBER Brighton & HA v Everton 16.00 Fulham v Huddersfield T 16.00 Leicester City v Cardiff City 16.00 Tottenham Hotspur v Wolves 16.00 Watford v Newcastle United 16.00 Liverpool v Arsenal 18.30 SUNDAY 30TH DECEMBER Crystal Palace v Chelsea 13.00 Burnley v West Ham United 15.15 Southampton v Manchester City 15.15 Manchester Utd v Bournemouth 17.30

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TUESDAY 11TH DECEMBER GROUP A Club Brugge v Atlético Madrid 21.00 Monaco v Borussia Dortmund 21.00 GROUP B Barcelona v Tottenham Hotspur 21.00 Inter Milan v PSV Eindhoven 21.00 GROUP C Red Star Belgrade v Paris St G 21.00 Liverpool v Napoli 21.00 GROUP D Schalke 04 v Lokomotiv Moscow 18.55 Galatasaray v FC Porto 18.55 WEDNESDAY 12TH DECEMBER GROUP E Ajax v Bayern Munich 21.00 Benfica v AEK Athens 21.00 GROUP F Manchester C v 1899 Hoffenheim 21.00 Shakhtar Donetsk v Lyon 21.00 GROUP G Real Madrid v CSKA Moscow 18.55 Viktoria Plzen v Roma 18.55 GROUP H Valencia v Manchester Utd 21.00 Young Boys v Juventus 21.00

SPANISH LA LIGA (Selected) SATURDAY 1ST DECEMBER Real Madrid v Valencia SUNDAY 2ND DECEMBER Real Betis v Real Sociedad Girona v Atlético Madrid Barcelona v Villarreal Alavés v Sevilla SATURDAY 8TH DECEMBER Atlético Madrid v Alavés Valencia v Sevilla Espanyol v Barcelona SUNDAY 9TH DECEMBER Huesca v Real Madrid Real Betis v Rayo Vallecano SATURDAY 15TH DECEMBER Real Valladolid v Atlético Madrid Real Madrid v Rayo Vallecano Eibar v Valencia SUNDAY 16TH DECEMBER Sevilla v Girona Espanyol v Real Betis Levante v Barcelona MONDAY 17TH DECEMBER Alavés v Athletic Bilbao FRIDAY 21ST DECEMBER Real Sociedad v Alavés SATURDAY 22ND DECEMBER Real Betis v Eibar Atlético Madrid v Espanyol Barcelona v Celta Vigo SUNDAY 23RD DECEMBER Valencia v Huesca Leganés v Sevilla SATURDAY 1ST DECEMBER Málaga CF v Granada CF SATURDAY 8TH DECEMBER RCD Mallorca v Málaga CF FRIDAY 14TH DECEMBER Málaga CF v Cádiz CF SATURDAY 22ND DECEMBER R Oviedo v Málaga CF

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EUROPA LEAGUE (selected) THURSDAY 13TH DECEMBER Sevilla v FK Krasnodar MOL Vidi v Chelsea Celtic v Red Bull Salzburg Arsenal v FK Qarabag F91 Dudelange v Real Betis Olympiakos v AC Milan Rapid Vienna v Rangers Villarreal v Spartak Moscow Lazio v Eintracht Frankfurt

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The Arts Society Nerja (Formerly Nerja NADFAS)

December sees a milestone for The Arts Society Nerja as we are celebrating our 25th Anniversary as NADFAS/The Arts Society which started with lectures at the Parador before moving onto the Cultural Centre. We have a busy day on Tuesday 11th December starting with a Charity 10k Fun Run by the Chief Executive of the national body of The Arts Society. Funds raised will be going towards our 2019 Project, Young Art for children at family risk in conjunction with the Jorge Rando Museum in Malaga and the international SOS-Children´s Villages (Aldeas Infantiles SOS) (member of UNESCO). Later that day we will be unveiling a sculpture by one of our Members at the Cultural Centre, Calle Granada at 5.15pm. This presentation is to recognise the 25

years of collaboration with the Ayuntamiento de Nerja and its Education & Culture Department. The evening lecture was chosen to compliment our 25 years here in the Axarquia with the topic of history of art, power & passion of Al-Andalus to remind us of our heritage here. Then the Anniversary Day is being rounded off with a Dinner and Music at the Parador Hotel with guests from the UK, “Head Office in London”, the Area Chairman and other Arts Societies along the coast.

Tuesday December 11th, 6:00pm in the Cultural Centre, Calle Granada, Nerja Tickets only available on the night from 5.00pm

SPAIN: A HISTORY OF ART, POWER AND PASSION A MEMORY OF AL-ANDALUS A fully illustrated Lecture in English by Anne Haworth BA (Hons) Sponsored by The Anniversary Friend of The Arts Society Nerja Visitors are most welcome E10 In 711 AD, Spain was conquered by Moorish armies from North Africa who named this country Al-Andalus. A magnificent golden age of building and culture flourished during subsequent centuries. The lecture focuses on the architectural, horticultural and artisanal legacy of Islamic Spain with a tour of the most important buildings of Andalusia including Córdoba's hauntingly beautiful Mezquita, Seville's memorable Alcazar and Giralda Tower and the exquisite Alhambra Palace in Granada. Water was an essential component of the Islamic garden and fountains still dazzle in the beautiful Generalife garden adjacent to the Alhambra whilst providing a mirror-like calm in the depths of the water mine in Ronda's Casa del Rey Moro. Many luxury crafts flourished in Moorish Spain including fine silk-weaving at Almería, ivory-carving in medieval Córdoba alongside paper-making, metal-working and pottery. Hispano-Moresque ceramic lustre-wares made in 15th Century Málaga and Valencia were exported as far as England and had an important role in the development of

Italian Renaissance maiolica. As Muslim power waned during the Reconquista followed by the power of the Habsburg monarchs, elements of Moorish architectural, musical and aesthetic heritage survived and synthesised with the new Christian culture. The lecture concludes with the passion for the art of Andalusia shown by Victorian artists including Owen Jones and William de Morgan and later writers and artists such as Gerald Brennan and Dora Carrington.

ABOUT ANNE HAWORTH Lecturer at the V&A. Guide for private tours of the State Rooms and The Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace. Lecturer in British Painting for American students resident in London. In Autumn 2002, catalogued collection of Chinese porcelain at Kensington Palace. From 2002-2005, a committee member of the French Porcelain Society. From 1995-2002, was resident in Shanghai, China, visited ancient kiln sites and lectured to expatriate groups. From 19811995, trained and became a senior ceramics specialist at Christie's and Bonhams head offices.

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Polig. Castillo Alto 68, Nerja. (exit the Frigiliana Road at Lidl Roundabout, we are 200 metres on the left) Hours: 10.30-13.30 Mon-Fri and by appointment. Tel: +34 608 765 751 / 699 791 885

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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Wishing all our customers Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Paula, Wayne and all the team at Ruskins. We look forward to seeing everybody in 2019! · Home Made Food · Snacks · Tapas · · Full Menu available all day · · Fresh Vegetables · · Daily Specials including Fish & Chips Friday · · Food & drinks available for take away ·

Open from 10am till late (closed Wednesdays)

Avenida Mediterraneo, Nerja

(Right opposite the Hotel Riu Monica)

50 metres from Post Office. Nerja Map spot 29.

Tel: 95 252 0172

We are closed in December, reopening January 15th. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to everyone! Burriana Beach, Nerja (opposite Ayo's) Tel: 95 252 52 20 Hours: Lunch 12.30 - 15.30 Evenings 19.00 (Closed Monday).

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Gadgets Stand Out Gadget Gifts for Christmas As you get older gifts are more about quality than quantity and certainly more about that special something you have always wanted to indulge in. We compile a few of those favourite things here. Stelle Mini Clutch Speaker

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer This is a complete rethink in the way that hair dryers are designed, the Dyson Supersonic will change your beauty routine forever. Enlisting the help of some of the world's top stylists and engineers, Dyson have created a product that is lightweight, efficient and easy to use, yet still delivers powerful drying and styling results every day.

Carry a clutch that rocks. Literally. This jewelled gem of a bag effortlessly pairs with any Bluetooth enabled device. Can charge your phone, listen to your music and you can even check your lippy with the perfect little make up mirror. It's your instant party in a bag! Available from www.stelleaudio.com for $199.00

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Explore and celebrate some of the groundbreaking women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics with Lego Women of Nasa. It features 4 pioneering women of Nasa: Nancy Grace Roman, Margaret Hamilton, Sally Ride and Mae Jemison with 3 builds in their areas of expertise.

Very stylish design, the Gear Sport is an everyday watch that feels natural and effortless to wear. You can personalise the strap and watchface to suit you. This watch meets military strength standards. Whatever your daily challenge from lifting weights in the gym to lugging your backpack to work, the Gear Sport has all the functionality and durability you need.

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A very Merry Christmas to everyone, from all of us at

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MAIN COURSES Traditional Roast Turkey served with all the trimmings. or Pan Fried Salmon served in a Fresh Cream of Asparagus with Baked Potato and Fresh Crisp Salad or Vegetarian option on request (pre order)

D E S S E RT S Homemade Apple Crumble and Custard or Traditional Christmas Pudding served with Cream. Coffee and Mints

Price: only 39.95€ Per Person. (under 11's 24.95€. Children's food available on request) Includes a party celebration pack.

MAIN COURSES Escalopes of Fillet of Beef in a delicious Marsala Sauce. or Baked Sole served with a Puttanesca Sauce. or Vegetarian option on request (pre order). With Homemade Mash Potatoes with Chives and Seasonal Vegetables

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Price: only 49.95€ Per Person. (under 11's 29.95€. Children's food available on request) Includes a party celebration pack.

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Health, Body & Soul Love your life more with advice on how to lead a healthy lifestyle

Is everybody about to start inhaling their wellness?

A simple trick to help you fall asleep in 2 minutes

Oh sleep. It seems as though you’re the biggest troublemaker of the moment. We all know we need you for at least eight hours each night. There are those that can doze off as soon as their head hits the pillow, while others will lie in bed for hours tossing and turning until the early hours of the morning. But never fear if you’re the latter, the American Army has revealed the ultimate trick they use to get to sleep in two minutes flat. Published in Lloyd Bud Winter’s ‘Relax and Win: Championship Performance’, the trick has a guaranteed success rate of 96 per cent. To nail the trick, you firstly need to relax your mind and body, and follow these four steps: 1. Relax the muscles in your face, including the jaw, tongue and those around the eyes 2. Let your shoulders drop, and relax both sides of the upper and lower arms 3. Breathe out, keeping the chest relaxed 4. Relax both the upper and lower parts of your legs Once completed you need to visualise one of two scenarios: 1. Lying in a canoe on a calm lake with nothing except blue skies around you; or 2. Being wrapped in a black velvet hammock in a dark room. The last step involves you actually speaking (weird, but it’s all part of the process): Slowly repeat the words “don’t think” for approximately 10 seconds. And... a few seconds later you’ll find yourself off with the fairies… well, fingers crossed!

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Most people will be familiar with the term 'vaping' by now, but never has there been a more 2018-ified wellness phrase than “vaping your vitamins” Vaping, i.e smoking nicotine-infused e-cigarettes that come in a variety of flavours, has exploded in popularity in recent years, most noticeably among millennials. This is partly due to the fact that, despite it still being highly addictive, scientists generally agree vaping is technically better for you than smoking regular cigarettes. But now, wellness companies are jumping on the bandwagon, seeking to capitalise on the trend taking over the social scene by selling vaporisers that let you inhale vitamins, essential oils and herbal supplements. The supposedly goodfor-you spin on

vaping involves real e-cigs containing vitaminenhanced vapour, such as D and B12 instead of nicotine. One company markets its Vitamin B12 vaporiser as containing “10 times the amount found in a typical B-12 shot”. VitaStick, which was one of the first “healthy vapes” to hit the growing US market, claims to mist a cocktail of Vitamin A, B2, B6, B12, C, D, E and CoQ10. A more recent brand, breathe, says it’s “e-juice” contains B12, vegetable glycerin, deionised water and organic fruit flavour extract. VitaCig’s Kama Sutra claims to incorporate a “proprietary blend of fruit extracts, plants, and amino acids, commonly used to encourage sexual arousal.” Does this mean wellness is now just an inhale (or two) away? Health claims are thin, given e-cigarettes have only been around for a hot second compared to combustible cigarettes. Scientists say the research used by the vaping industry to back up health claims is not up to date. These products might be completely safe, but they might not be. We know literally nothing about the safety or efficacy of inhaling vitamins. The American Cancer Society also says the purported health claims may very well hold up, however they have not been adequately studied. Simply put, how well the lungs actually do take in vitamins is still up for debate.

The most unexpected causes of Diabetes While some risk factors, such as obesity, unhealthy eating, a sedentary lifestyle and a family history of the condition, are well known, there are a number of other factors that can contribute to type 2 diabetes but are much less well known.

Diabetes affects how your body regulates blood sugar (glucose). In healthy people, insulin – a hormone created by beta cells in the pancreas – converts glucose into energy. Without that process, glucose builds up, which can lead to serious health complications.

1. Working long hours 2. Eating soybean oil 3. Poor air quality 4. Being depressed THE BOTTOM LINE Focus on the risk factors for diabetes you can change. Sometimes, as an individual, we can’t control the quality of the air or the food available to us, but being aware of the risks to our health help us to make informed decisions.

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Almijara Bowls Summer League Finals At the end of October the Almijara Bowls Club held a play-off final to determine the winner of the Summer League. This was the second year the club had run this event which was well supported with two divisions of 12 players competing for the trophy. Each competitor had to play 10 4 wood singles matches and many of the games were very close. Congratulations to Vanessa Evans and David Trippas for winning their respective divisions; David went on to become the Summer Singles League Champion following a close match against Vanessa. The Committee are very grateful to Nigel Locke for organising the league and also keeping the records up to date on a weekly basis.

Keith Entwistle presenting the trophies to David Trippas and Vanessa Evans.

Buena Vista Petanca Club Halloween Cup The winners were Jill Parsons and Nigel Wallace with 3 wins and + 29 points. Runners up were Val Langlois and Fred Bambynek with 3 wins and + 25 points. 28 members, pictured below, took part in the competition.

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What's On?

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Monday 3rd December Half Orange “Bring and Share” Lunch, widows, Every Monday widowers and singles group. 1pm. Knitting and Crochet Group 11.00 to 13.00 at the Centre. Tuesday 4th December Every Monday Photography group with Rob Bell. Open to all beginners to German Coffee Meetings. more experienced. 16:00. 15:00 to 17:00. Thursday 6th December Every Tuesday Centre will be closed for a 11.30 to 13.00 & Thursday National Holiday. 16.30 to 18.00. - EspanGlish Group at the Centre. Saturday 15th December Interchange of Languages. Ecumenical Christmas Carol Improve your level of Spanish Service. Join us at the Church and help others to improve of San Andres, Torre del Mar. their English. A donation of 1 Time 18:00 Euro will be appreciated. Monday 17th December Every Wednesday - Art & Craft Art appreciation group. This Group. Time 14.00 to 17.00 at autumn we will be watching the Centre. and discussing the Art of Every Friday Spain. Our starting point Coffee Morning. Time 11.00 to will be the series by Andrew 13.00. A wonderful opportunity Graham Dixon on the History to meet friends and make new of Spanish Art. We will watch ones over a cup of coffee, tea the broadcast together and or fruit juice with a piece of then have a lively discussion. homemade cake. Donation of 2 Euros. Time

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10.30 at the Centre. Tuesday 18th December Talk Skipping Rope and Opera House : Charm and Genius. Powerpoint talk by James Taylor about the astonishing musical gifts of Alma Deutscher. Following the talk there will be supper. Price : 12 euros. Proceeds for fundraising. 5pm for 5.30pm. Thursday 20th December Coach Trip to Gibraltar. 12 Euros. Departs : Puente (Mis Tapitas) 6.45am, Algarrobo (Lidl) 7.15am, Caleta (Vets) 7.20am and Torre del Mar (Bus Station) 7.30am. Passports required. Friday 21st December Coach Excursion to La Mosca Belen and Malaga Christmas Lights. Tickets 10 euros available at the centre. Departure : Vinuela football pitch 15:20, Algarrobo Lidl 15:45, Caleta Vets 15:50, Torre del Mar Bus Station 16:00. Monday 24th and Tuesday 25th December Centre Closed for holidays. Wednesday 26th, Thursday 27th and Friday 28th The centre will be open mornings only. Friday 28th December Coffee Morning Special Lucky Grapes. At 12 noon there will be a party to welcome in the New Year to the sound of Spanish Big Ben with champagne and grapes for good fortune. Price 2.50 pay at the centre. All proceeds to fundraising. Time : 11am to 13:00. Please note you are unable to make bookings through the web site and sorry we cannot accept cards Contact: Torre del Mar Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@ lux-mundi.org web : www.luxmundi.org

8 December at 20.00. There will be a collection for charity at the end of the concerts. Hope to see you there! For more information please email eucorax@hotmail.es or Tel: 689 111 352. Contact: For more information call 669 682 139 or email: eucorax@hotmail.es

CAS Friday 21st December Punta Lara Quiz Join the Costa Animal Society (CAS) in the holiday spirit at the Punta Lara Bar for their Christmas quiz taking place on December 21 at 7.30pm. Fancy dress is optional but thinking caps are required for this fun filled event to raise money for the needy doggies and moggies in our area. Food and drinks are available at the bar and advanced booking is recommended by calling Mark at 635 369 673.

Art Exhibition Local artist Margaret Riordan has an art exhibition until end April 2019 at Bar Choto Playa on the N340 at Peñoncillo beach, Torrox Costa, (not tuesdays), next to Ruta 340 motorcycles shop. Free entry, plenty of free parking.

I am a self-taught artist (retired secretary) I was born Coral CoraXalia in Bristol, England, and have been painting and drawing Local choir “CoraXalia” (Director: Eusebio Pita) has the all my life. I’ve entered many pleasure of inviting you to two competitions with success at free Christmas concerts, one in local and national level and the Arts Centre in Alcaucín on over 400 of my works have Friday 7 December at 20.00 and been sold throughout the UK, one in the Church of San Isidro Europe, North America and Labrador in Periana Saturday Australia. continued on page 40

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Club Internacional de Nerja Friday 7th December Malaga Lights 10 euros (12 euros non members). Tuesday 11th December Trapiche Market and Iceland 12 euros, 15 euros non members. Wednesday 12th December Gibraltar 12 euros, 15 for

non members. Friday 14th December Christmas Party at Nerja Club 20 euros. The Club is open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 11.00 - 14.00. Bookings desk is open 11.00 - 13.15 Contact: contact us at clubinternacionaldenerja @outlook.com or phone 952521858. facebook: Cidnerja.

Nerja Players

Christmas Fayre

4th December at 7pm We invite you to leave your worries on the doorstep and just direct your feet to the funny side of the street where The Two Bees (Burch & Brentley) and other B's are presenting a night of comedy... funny that! LAUGHTER REALLY IS THE BEST MEDICINE... This will be a Comedy night with a Christmas spirit. 12 Nights of Christmas Raffle with proceeds to benefit "Taller de Amistad", an organisation formed for those with intellectual and social difficulties. Hope to see you there! Members: Free / Non members: 3 euros Members: Annual AGM to be held on January 15, 2019. Our venue: the premises of The Nerja Bridge Club, between Salon de Juegos and the Supermarket, at the top of Calle Castillo Perez 1. Contact: The Nerja Players welcome new members to participate in any capacity including performing, technical and general support. For further information please email: admin@nerjaplayers.com or visit our website https:// thenerjaplayers.com

El Zoco, Nerja Friday 14th December from 6pm. In aid of the homeless and needy in Nerja. Each El Zoco business will sell some type of Christmas item priced as reasonably as possible. There will be handcraft stalls, a choir to sing carols, and a dancing group will perform. There will be a donation stall for blankets, coats and wrapped presents etc. for the homeless and needy in Nerja, and a free wrapping stall run by local children. There will be a nominal charge for fun activities. All monies raised will go to the charity mentioned above.

Jukebox Bandits

Wednesday 5th December Flora Espana Garden Centre Winter Fair. Competa 12-3pm. Sunday 16th December Balcon Hotel Competa, 2pm to 5pm. To reserve a table call 952 553662 New Years Eve Party 2018/2019 Carpinteria Bar Competa Sunday 6th January 2019 3 Kings Celebration, Plaza Almijara, Competa 3-6pm. To reserve a table call La Taperia 655432659, Pericos 952553739 or Casa Paco on 952516077. Jukebox Bandits are: Rod Jones on keyboards, Ian Hayton on acoustic guitar, bass and vocals, Marshall Dixon on drums and percussion and Mitch France on guitars, banjo, mandolin and vocals. They play an eclectic mix of pop, rock and folk standards from Britain, America, Ireland and Spain. From Dire Straits to The Dubliners, from Manu Chao to Jason Mraz. The music starts mellow (whilst people are eating), gradually picking up the tempo and culminating with the dance set including standards like Van Morrison’s “Brown Eyed Girl”, REM’s “Losing My Religion” and The Mavericks’ “Dance the Night Away”. Contact: For all other dates please go to www. jukeboxbandits.com

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Chiringuito de Ayo Generally known as 'Ayo's'. If you wish to enjoy the best paella on the Costa del Sol, Ayo's is the place to visit. Ayo's is situated on the famous Burriana Beach, where tourists and residents are attracted by the Chiringuito's and restaurants, not just to enjoy the paellas, but also the unique atmosphere. Surrounded by palm trees, banana trees, and covered by an immense thatched roof, this is the ideal location to enjoy a beautiful day on the beach.

A wide range of international & Spanish dishes for all tastes. Meats, fresh fish, sea food, salads, & foremost, the house specialty, Giant Paella, prepared over wood fire under a thatched roof. No need to reserve, because there is always freshly prepared paella available.

Wishing everyone a Very Merry Christmas OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK RAIN OR SHINE Restaurant Merendero Ayo, Playa Burriana s/n, 29780 Nerja, MĂĄlaga, EspaĂąa, Tlf: (0034) 95 252 22 89 www.ayonerja.com, E-mail: ayo@ayonerja.com

Manish's Zodiac predictions - December Manish Kumar Arora, K.P. Astrologer, Numerologist, Tarot Card Reader & Vastu Consultant Facebook: manishastroconsultant email: manish@manishastrologer.com

Aries ( 21 March – 19 April )

You may want to rule the roost now, and this can be successful as long as you’re a gentle leader. You’ll do best if you pursue your goals in a structured or organized manner. You are finding new ways to get along with others, and people are valuing your services. This is a good time to get your feelings out into the open.

Taurus ( 20 April – 20 May )

You’re at your best when you work with someone towards a common goal. The best way to use this energy to your advantage is to allow others to inspire and motivate you. Team up and take action so that excess energy is turned outwards. Sharing your feelings or intimate matters can be fun and rewarding. This is a time of love, family travels and joint holiday with loved ones.

Gemini ( 21 May – 20 June)

A major focus this month is your relationships, companionability, and intimacy. Even so, it’s one of your more ambitious months of the year. You often fare better when the focus is on your projects, loved ones, and work. There is also a pleasant feeling of moving forward, slowly but surely, this month. You are likely to end this month with a renewed feeling of confidence in your career direction.

Cancer ( 21 June – 22 July )

Your appeal is high, and people thoroughly enjoy your art, craft, or ideas. It’s a natural time for you to reflect and move a little more slowly than usual. This allows you to catch up emotionally with recent events and circumstances. There can be a tendency for you or a partner to be touchy or for arguments to emerge seemingly out of nowhere.

Leo ( 23 July – 22 August )

You tend to want to set your own pace and goals, and you thrive on the small challenges you create for yourself now. You have an easier time putting something behind you now. The second half of the month in personal relationships will have more smooth and steady flow - there will be peace in the family and spousal relationships will witness the long-awaited passion and romance.

Virgo ( 23 August – 22 September )

Ownership, sharing, power, and money matters can be at the root of challenges or the need to make changes becomes evident. You need to accept that change is inevitable and understand that being proactive about it is in your best interests. There can also be bigger emotions felt at home than elsewhere – tempers may be prominent. The trick is to avoid impatience and impulsiveness. 42 THE MARKET PLACE

Libra ( 23 September – 22 October )

Romance and travel are favoured in December, although both are better after mid-month. Your romantic life continues to stimulate and challenge you, and although part of you might long for a more settled and stable situation, it’s never dull. The month will be more loyal, have a smooth flow, and most miraculously smooth out any roughness in a relationship and extinguish any conflict.

Scorpio ( 23 October – 21 November )

It’s a time for seeing yourself better through relationships with others and the world as a whole. Changes of plans can lead to new discoveries, perspectives, and insight that truly improve your life, so don’t dig in your heels too much. This is also a time when you’re not particularly content with simply dreaming, wishing, and hoping for better circumstances.

Sagittarius ( 22 November -21 December )

This month points to a more private period for your love life or affections. It can also point to benefits to working behind the scenes or special enjoyment of solitude and periods for extra rest and healing. The last week of the month finds you seeking out predictability, comfort and security, launching one of the best periods of the year for money matters.

Capricorn ( 22 December – 19 January )

You’re likely to feel in an exceptionally generous and possibly philosophical mood. This is an opportunity period for finances, gifts, bonuses, family relationships, recognition for your work or natural talents, and stellar money-making or project ideas with long-term appeal and profitability. This is a beautiful time for learning or expanding a project, as well as activities related to promotion, publishing, education, communications, the law, and travel.

Aquarius ( 20 January – 18 February )

Your ambitions are stimulated. While you have a strong sense of the rules, you are at your best when employing strategies. Negotiations should go very well. You might benefit from keeping someone’s confidence or you may receive recognition for work you’ve done in the past. Healing activities are in focus. New ideas flow well. This can also be an almost magical time for financial and business matters.

Pisces ( 19 February – 20 March )

This month finds you seeking out predictability, comfort, and security for money matters. A good idea can blossom now. You are capable of quite a bit of work if you can foresee an improved financial position or a more secure state of being. This period could also stir up old financial or relationship problems. The tendency now is to react quickly, but you might want to get in touch with your heart’s desire before taking action.

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With which singer did Clean Bandit team up with on their single 'Solo'? Demi Lovato E Cardi B G Sean Paul O

Answer the questions and ring around the letters. When you have answered all the questions collect the letters & re-arrange to find the name of an American singer/ actress

8. What kind of animal is a Drever? Fish C Bird N Dog E

4. The M1 motorway is how many miles long? 193 T 9. The 2018 Eurovision Song Contest was held 233 F in which country? 273 Y Portugal B 5. Tblisi is the capital of which country? Spain A Armenia M Belgium H Azerbaijan K Georgia R 10. Which colour does not feature in the BMW car badge? 6. William Railton designed which London Red I monument? White E Nelson's Column L Blue W Marble Arch T Albert Memorial U 11. Which of the following is the most southerly 7. ‘Yellow diamonds in the light, And we’re racecourse in the UK? standing side by side’ are the opening lines to Exeter I a song by which artist? Newton Abbot E Beyonce S Fontwell S Rihanna D Taylor Swift X 1

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Micronutrients: Selenium Essential to many of the body’s regulatory and metabolic functions, selenium is part of at least 25 proteins called selenoproteins, many of which are oxidant defense enzymes. Roles in Health Selenium is involved in reproduction, metabolism, thyroid function, DNA production and protection from oxidative damage and infection. Studies have associated low levels with increased risk for cancer, cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline and thyroid disease. Low dietary consumption of selenium may be associated with obesity. Selenium’s antioxidant properties and its effect on DNA repair and the endocrine system may play a role in the prevention of certain cancers. However, the relationship between selenium and cancer is debated worldwide. In 2003, a qualified health claim for reduction of certain cancers was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for dietary supplements containing selenium. A 2016 meta-analysis suggested high selenium exposure through dietary sources may have varying effects on cancer prevention. A 2006 meta-analysis showed high selenium concentrations were associated with a reduction in coronary heart disease risk. Some experts recommend selenium supplements for patients with or at risk for coronary heart disease and for those undergoing cardiac surgery.

Food sources* mcg/serving 1 ounce Brazil nuts - 544 3 ounces cooked yellowfin tuna - 92 3 ounces roasted ham - 42 1 cup cooked egg noodles - 38 3 ounces cooked beef liver - 28 1 cup 1% cottage cheese - 20 1 large cooked egg - 15 *All foods listed here are rated “excellent” sources.

Since aging is characterised by loss of muscle mass and selenium plays a key role in muscle function, reduced serum selenium levels may be associated with age-related decline in brain function. Studies indicate supplementation may offer benefits only to those whose selenium consumption already is inadequate, and emerging research suggests genetic factors may affect how people respond to supplementation.

Current Recommendations The Institute of Medicine uses Adequate Intake, or AI, for infants due to insufficient evidence to develop a Recommended Dietary Allowance. The daily AI is 15 micrograms for infants 0 to 6 months and 20 micrograms for infants 7 to 12 months. The RDA is 20 micrograms for children ages 1 to 3, 30 micrograms for ages 4 to 8, 40 micrograms for ages 9 to 13, and 55 micrograms for ages 14 and older. Pregnant and lactating women require 60 micrograms and 70 micrograms, respectively. Daily Tolerable Upper Intake Levels are 45 micrograms for infants 0 to 6 months, 60 micrograms for infants 7 to 12 months, 90 micrograms for children 1 to 3 years, 150 micrograms for ages 4 to 8, 280 micrograms for ages 9 to 13, and 400 micrograms for ages 14 and older.

Sources of Selenium

Selenium is found naturally in many foods. However, the amount depends on the selenium concentration of soil and water. Immune function may be boosted with increased selenium levels, which Most people should get enough selenium from their diet, primarily can help protect against infectious from grains, meat, poultry, fish and diseases caused by viruses such as eggs. HIV, influenza and hepatitis C. 44 THE MARKET PLACE

Selenium is available as a supplement and in multivitamins in the highly absorbable form of selenomethionine.

Signs of Deficiency Rare in the Western world but estimated to effect 1 billion people worldwide, selenium deficiency is measured by concentration in serum and plasma. Deficiency may increase the risk of thyroid disease and can cause Keshan disease (cardiomyopathy), Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, male infertility and possibly Kashin-Beck, a type of osteoarthritis.

Populations at Risk Diarrhea, malabsorption and poor intake by people with HIV can lead to deficiency. Kidney dialysis also increases deficiency risk. Selenium may interact with medications such as Cisplatin, a chemotherapy drug that can lower selenium levels.

Toxicity Selenium toxicity is uncommon in the Western world. Consuming excess selenium can cause symptoms such as garlic breath, nausea, diarrhea and skin rash. Hair and nail loss are common signs of chronic overconsumption. Dangerously high intakes can cause kidney failure, heart attack and heart failure.

Bottom Line Selenium is important in many aspects of health and may boost the immune system, slow mental decline and reduce risk of some diseases, but more research is needed to confirm this.

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Christmas Recipe: Brazil Nut and Brussel EL CHAMBAO DE JOAQUĂ?N Sprout Bake Restaurante

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Second course

Fish and seafood soup Christmas dinner can be healthy with this Brazil Nut and Brussel Sprout Bake. It's simple to make and with the balsamic vinegar and sprinkling of dates it's nicely sweetened too. The sprouts are rich in vitamin C and will give you a great boost for maintaining your immunity in the cooler months. Use it as an alternative way to serve your sprouts this Christmas.

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Beef entrecote with garnishes (optional pepper sauce) or Baked sea bass with Lombarda Port garnish and Andaslusian style potatoes

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400g Brussel Sprouts 1 tbsp coconut oil salt and pepper to season 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 12 cloves 7 dates 2 handfuls of brazil nuts

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Special house dessert

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1) Put coconut oil and balsamic vinegar in a baking dish and preheat in the oven at 180c for around 5 minutes. 2) Wash and chop the sprouts in half. Also chop the dates in half. 3) When the dish is hot, take it out of the oven and add the sprouts, brazil nuts and dates. 4) Mix everything thoroughly and place in the oven. 5) Bake for 30 minutes in the middle of the shelf. 6) Serve and enjoy with other festive foods. 46 THE MARKET PLACE

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Local animal charities CAS CAT CORNER

C.A.S. (Costa Animal Society) CAS HOLIDAY GREETINGS As the year comes to an end, the Costa Animal Society (CAS) would like to express our gratitude to all of our family, friends and volunteers who have made it possible for us to continue doing the best we can for all the animals in need in Nerja and its near environs. From business sponsors to shop volunteers, from private kennels to fosterers, and especially to the work of our veterinarian partners, thank you. From those who take care of the paperwork enabling us to send wonderful dogs to our sister charities in Northern Europe and Scandinavia, to the volunteers who drive them to the airport and to those who fly with them, muchisimas gracias! And, especially a huge thank you to our friends in the media who very generously provide their valuable time and space pro bono helping us to get the word out on the urgent and serious issue of animal welfare. Your support is very much appreciated. From all of us at CAS, we wish you happy holidays and all the best in the coming year. Salud!

HAPPY TALES The Costa Animal Society (CAS) is pleased to say that last month’s write-up of Nina’s story directly resulted in her finding a second home with a lovely retired English couple. The couple read about how Nina had been returned to CAS as her owner had to move back to the UK for medical treatment.

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Before Nina’s second adoption, the prospective owners were made aware of Nina’s attachment issues and her need for a constant companion. The couple have another female Podenco and now Nina has settled in nicely with her new sister Bella. Well done Les and Mae!

SIMBA any of the lovely rescue dogs and cats who are up for adoption please feel free to call Kurt or Laura on 95 252 1426. More information can also be found at the Costa Animal Society’s website https:// casnerja.webs.com or via Facebook at /casnerja

OPHELIA Ophelia is a small one-totwo year old female Podenco who was rescued from living rough in the campo by a kind-hearted English lady. In a joint effort between the Costa Animal Society (CAS) and APA, the other animal charity in Nerja, Ophelia was taken to the vet for evaluation and vaccinations. It was determined that the dog was a bit undernourished so she was housed in kennels by CAS where she was well-fed and pampered. After a month she was spayed and APA then arranged for Ophelia to go to a foster home in Germany. She left via ground transport earlier this month.

SCRUFFS Despite being rained out on the scheduled day, the Costa Animal Society’s annual dog show Scruffs was held the following Sunday beneath sunny skies. With 15 categories to enter, by the end of the day there were many proud dogs and handlers bedecked with colourful rosettes and sporting big smiles.

READY FOR ADOPTION Simba has reached his first birthday and to mark this milestone the Costa Animal Society (CAS) had him sterilized as are all CAS dogs and cats. Simba has a friendly outgoing personality and with maturity plus lower hormone levels and proper training he will make a lovely pet. He really enjoys being around people and gets along well with other dogs so if you are looking for a Lab cross come and visit him in kennels. If you could provide Simba or any of the other CAS animals a foster or permanent home, or if you would like to meet

The Costa Animal Society (CAS) focuses much of its efforts on helping to control the homeless cat population in Nerja. CAS is regularly called upon to assist stray cats which may require veterinary care such as sterilisation, evaluation and medication for infections or illnesses and/or the treatment of wounds. As always, CAS is in need of fosterers for kittens, especially, but not only, those that need bottle-feeding. Also, we do have several adult cats needing homes or foster homes. All of these cats are fully house-trained, neutered, and vaccinated. For more information on cats available for adoption see the Costa Animal Society’s website https://casnerja. webs.com, also Facebook at / casnerja and /east of malaga kittens and cats.

CAS SHOP NEWS It’s tempting to write that in 2018 the Costa Animal Society (CAS) shop went from strength to strength, but my word what a tired cliché, however true. So, at the end of the day, let it be known that shop manager May and her crack staff have the shop purring along like a fat cat in a warm lap. Donations are quickly processed, well-displayed and priced to move. You’ll want to sharpen your elbows before entering the fray, and please no hanky-panky in the changing room. The CAS shop is located next door to the Good Stuff Café in Nerja at No. 2 Calle Castilla Perez. Our opening hours are Monday to Saturday from 10.00am until 2.00pm and the telephone number is 643 212 409.

CAN YOU HELP CAS? CAS would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of the business and private sponsors whose generosity helped to raise much needed funds in aid of our homeless canine and feline friends. A special thank you goes out to Jacky of the Nerja Foreign Residents Department for all of her hard work and support.

The Costa Animal Society (CAS) is always in need of more volunteer helpers in a number of areas so if you have spare time to fill, please make contact! In particular, we are currently seeking someone or ones who can help with fundraising and social media promotion. continued on page 50

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In addition, fosterers are always required to take short-term care of animals until a permanent home can be found. CAS will provide fosterers with all they need: food, medicine, bedding, leads, etc., as well as advice at any time. Even if you are only here for few months a year, CAS would appreciate your help. For general enquires and a no-obligation chat, contact CAS President Vera Newing on 95 252 9670.

Despite the uncertainties of Brexit and the halting economic recovery, money is always needed to cope with the continuous flow of abandoned dogs and cats requiring help from the Costa Animal Society. If you could donate a little to help the animals, CAS would be most grateful. Bank : Cajamar Account Name : Costa Animal Society Account Number : 3058 0728 03 2720100283 BIC-Swift Code : CCRIES2A

TAIL TORROX As we come to the end of the year, maybe it's time for some reflections on the past twelve months, some good some not so. Probably the best is that Tail is still progressing, we have become more efficient around the Refuge thanks mostly to Kayleigh's control of the paperwork; we are managing to rehome more dogs than some five years ago we would ever have thought possible; although the various vet's bills are still our most expensive outgoing we are undertaking journeys further afield for particular specialist care; our spring and autumn dog shows continue to enlarge and improve; and best of all, our supporters are forever doing just that – they can always be guaranteed to rally round, whether it be to help or finance a particular project. Although it has still not materialised we were more than chuffed when, after years of talking to various administrations in the Town Hall, the present Mayor put a cash sum into the Estimates to help Tail undertake a neutering campaign. It was more a matter of being thrilled that this was a sign of acceptance that such a plan should happen than the actual cash – however much that is needed. Tail is associated with ADA, an umbrella environmental organisation based in Velez Malaga, who help and disseminate information on the legal side for charities. It is a shame that some well publicised animal charities do not participate, indeed one treats the whole exercise as if it is a competition to be won, whilst Tail prefers to help and accept help. We cannot overcome the abandonment and abuse of dogs all on our own. To all our readers, supporters and volunteers we pledge to keep going and keep doing what is in the best interest of Tail which is to do our very best to care for, socialise with, and find a loving family for each dog that we manage to rescue, in this we can count on our principle vet, Dr Peter Russev, who has always done sterling work on our behalf. Sadly we shall be losing our Finnish couple Pasi & Minna Rosendahl shortly after the New Year. They have been continuously with us for the past year Passi putting in magnificent work around the kennels and Minni undertaking Training. Honestly guys, what attraction does Finland have that Torrox doesn't?

A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our volunteers and supporters.

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La Herradura

nestles between the Punta de la Mona to the east and the rock of Cerro Gordo to the west. The bay enjoys shelter from west winds creating mostly crystal-clear waters, and is a popular location for water sports & paragliding. There are numerous beach bars and restaurants serving specialities of the region, including tropical salads, fresh fish or paella. The Marina del Este near La Herradura is tucked betwen Punta de la Mona to the west and Cotobro to the east. It boasts a beautiful port, elegantly designed to incorporate select shops, art galleries, bars and restaurants. This small strip of coast also claims to be the best place to dive between Almeria and Gibraltar, and is home to one of the areas leading diving schools.

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services. Contact Jeanette Ashby 958 63 03 30 GEACONA (ECOLOGISTAS EN ACCION) Juan Ramon Cerezo (Spanish) 958 63 17 41 (Evenings) LA HERRADURA BRIDGE CLUB Duplicate Bridge Tuesdays at 3.30pm (October to March) at Las Palomas Tennis Club. Details on www. bridgewebs.com/laherradura. SOS ANIMALES DE ANDALUCÍA Animal protection group. Always an urgent need for volunteers and donations: Julie Lochbrunner 958 88 1833 670 733 476

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CHEMIST 24 hours 95 827 2125 HOSPITAL 95 802 3000 TOWN HALL La Herradura/Almuñecar 958 83 86 00 TOURIST OFFICE 95 861 0314 TAXI 607 087 559/958 63 0017 VETERINARY CLINIC 958 640 847 LOCAL POLICE 95 863 94 30 GUARDIA CIVIL 95 863 94 20

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Clubs & Organizations

41 CLUB Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 19:00 in Hotel Al Andaluz in Maro. All former Round tablers are welcome. Please look at www.41clubnerja.org AECC A local branch of the Spanish Cancer Association It organises fund raising, volunteer work, palliative care, phychological support, diagnostics and physiotherapy among other

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THE MUNICIPAL MARKET - 6 days a week: 9.00-14.00 hrs in the Avenida de twice a month) and members meetings. Marion Möller 958 la Cala. 630736. Choir that performs locally and abroad. Marnie MERCADILLO - Fridays in the fairground Hagger 958 63 0905. New singers welcome! (beside the arch at the entrance to KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL Meet 2nd and 4th Thursdays in town). Clubs & Organizations the month Almunecar: 610 72 86 68 Nerja: 656 82 91 57 SECOND HAND MARKET - Sundays 1041 CLUB Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 19:00 in Hotel Al SOS ANIMALES DE ANDALUCÍA Animal protection group. 14.00hrs, same place as Friday market. Andaluz in Maro. All former Round tablers are welcome. Please look at Always an urgent need for volunteers and donations: Julie HANDICRAFT MARKET - Daily in the www.41clubnerja.org Lochbrunner 958 88 1833. Plaza de Abderramán. ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY Club’s observatory on the Loma del Gato, PARENT & TODDLERS GROUP Now in Almuñecar, for more Taramay. Members activities including meetings and beginner’s astronomy Fiestas information call Carolina Martin 627 736 759. classes and regular use of the observatory’s 30cm telescope. Luis 958 63 03 TROPICAL TONES HARMONY CHORUS Gentlemen, do you January 20 Fiestas de San Sebastián. 57. secretaria@astroperseo.com. enjoy singing? Can you hold a tune? Come along and join February/March Carnival COTOBRO BRIDGE CLUB meets on Fridays at 3pm at the Cotobro Tennis Club. in. Don’t read music? MP3 tracks provided. Mondays 11am 1st-3rd May Cruces de Mayo. Details on www.bridgewebs.com/cotobro. Hotel Arrayanes 5 Paseo Cotobro Almuñecar (near Chinos). 15th May San Isidro. 16 July Day of the Virgen Carmen. INTERNATIONAL CLUB Meetings every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month in Membership - Brenda 958784801 15 Aug Fiesta de la Virgen de la Antigua. Bookings - Wolf 952525573 Bar Pinball, Paseo del Altillo, Almuñecar. All nationalities. 29 September Fiesta de San Miguel. JUVENTUDES MUSICALES DE ALMUÑECAR Classical concerts (normally October Fiesta de la Chirimoya.

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Clubs & Organizations ALOHOLICS ANONYMOUS English Meetings - Nerja and El Morche. Contact AA Hotline 600 379 110 for all times and locations. CRAFT CLUB Meetings every two weeks in Torrox Pueblo. Tel: Ann 95 253 9530. EXCHANGE INTERCULTURAL IDEAS Meetings Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Ring Monika on 679564 685 for exact times. NEW FRIENDS GROUP Talks, outings, dinners, games, dancing, adventures & much more... All independent minded people welcome. For more details call Suzy 952 96 77 76 or 620 742 393. U3A AXARQUIA The U3A aims to provide an opportunity for people to enjoy stimulating activities and enhance their knowledge and skills for pleasure. It’s run voluntarily, by members for members, open to all English speaking adults of any nationality. Like minded members meet together to pursue recreational activities that are thought provoking and fun. We currently have 14 different activities to choose from. Visit our website for more information and to contact us – www.u3aaxarquia.com

is said to have the ‘best climate in Europe’, with sea views and protection from the cold North winds by the Tejeda and Almijara mountains. Torrox Costa boasts 9 km of wide sandy beaches, with many chiringuito’s and restaurants to choose from. Torrox Pueblo is a typical whitewashed Andalucian village, steeped in history with remains dating back to the Romans.

TAI CHI CLASSES Torrox Pueblo, in the “centro de dia para mayores de Torrox Pueblo”, every Monday and Wednesday from 10am to 11am. For details call Christina Gerardes 952 53 49 88 GOLF TOGS (Torrox Golf Society) if you would like a friendly but competitive game of golf each Sunday morning at Baviera, then why not join TOGS, possibly the friendliest Society on the Costa. E mail: torroxgolfsociety@gmail.com or call Captain: George Clay on 625 936 814 41 CLUB Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 19:00 in Hotel Al Andaluz in Maro. All former Round tablers are welcome. Please look at www.41clubnerja.org LODGE OF EUROPEAN FRATERNITY NO. 52. Any brethren visiting the area and wishing to attend one of our meetings, or interested in joining our lodge, should contact either, David on 658 655 511 or Sandy on 646 436 967 for further details. Visitors and joining members are always welcome.

Fiestas

5 August Fiesta Virgen de las Nieves, Torrox Costa 1st weekend October Feria - Torrox Pueblo Sunday before Christmas Fiesta de las Migas, Torrox Pueblo. Free migas and wine given to visitors to the town.

Useful Numbers - Torrox Costa MEDICAL CENTRE ARZTEZENTRUM (private) 95 253 0357 CHEMISTS F.J.Lopez Navas 95 253 0279 M. Gómez Calatrava 95 253 8031 S. Fernández Ramos 95 253 8161 CLINICAL ANALYSIS 95 253 2393 VETERINARY CLINICS 95 253 4818 GUARDIA CIVIL 95 253 8008 TOWN HALL 95 253 8010 TOURIST OFFICE 95 253 0225 LOCAL POLICE 95 253 9828 POST OFFICE 95 253 8117 FIRE BRIGADE 95 253 0991

Useful Numbers - Torrox Pueblo

GUARDIA CIVIL Tablazo s/n, 9 5 253 8008 MUNICIPAL POLICE 95 253 9828 TOWN HALL 95 253 8200 or 8115/9199 TOURIST OFFICE 95 253 2155 SERVICIO ANDALUZ DE SALUD 95 253 8601 HEALTH CENTRE INTERPRETER (11am-1pm) 689 774 824 VETERINARY CLINIC Torrox Clinic 95 253 9807 LIBRARY 95 253 8226 WATER 95 253 9195 TAXI 95 253 0352

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1. TAIL TORROX Charity Shops 2. DOLITTLE, Vet 3. GERMAN DENTIST 4. ÄRZTEZENTRUM Medical Centre

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would welcome any donations of clothing, bric-a-brac, furniture for their shops in Avenida El Faro and the shop opposite Mercadona, Torrox Costa. Please contact Linda 622652017 to arrange collection.

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Tel. 95 253 03 57

952 53 48 18 · 661 369 543 Avda. America, blq 84 bajo, Torrox Costa

Mon. to Fri. 9:30-14:00 & 16:00-20:00. Sat. 10:00-14:00.

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Nerja

was once a sleepy fishing village but now the town has a population of over 21,000. The Balcón de Europa is a magnificent promenade that was made famous by King Alfonso XII , who’s statue now takes pride of place at the far end. Close by is the 17th century Church of El Salvador, and the beautiful gardens of Capistrano Playa. There are many beaches to be found either side and in front of the town, including Burriana with its numerous cafés and restaurants. Here too, you can take advantage of the water sports on offer, including water skiing, scuba diving and sailing. Just outside Nerja on the coast road towards Maro is a very impressive aquaduct which used to supply the local sugar factory.

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Clubs & Organizations

41 CLUB Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 19:00 in Hotel Al Andaluz in Maro. All former Round tablers are welcome. Please call Alfie 626 998 626 or look at www.41clubnerja.org ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS English Meetings, Nerja, Centro Giner de los Rio, C/ Diputación 2. Fri: 7pm big book study, Fri: 8:30pm, Sat: noon, Tue: 3pm, Thurs: 3pm. Local contact number: 657 180 373. AA Hotline 600 379 110 ALSO NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Monday: 3pm, Wednesday: 7.30pm ALMIJARA BOWLS CLUB Open for play on 6 outdoor rinks 7 days a week at La Raqueta Tennis and Bowls Club, located opposite the Nerja Club Hotel (N340) and between Supersol and the entrance to Capistrano Village. Club days Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11amstart. Prospective members welcome. Tel: 95 252 2225 Website: http:// almijarabowlsnerja.wordpress.com AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL CLUB (AIC) Check out our website (www.americaninternationalclub.com), our FaceBook page (https://www.facebook.com/nerjaclub) or email aicnerja@aol.com for more information. The American International Club (AIC) is an international social and charitable association. The AIC welcomes international residents and visitors. We have numerous social gatherings every month! Everyone is welcome! BOWLS AT THE HOTEL JIMESOL The Nerja Short Mat Bowls Club offers friendly short mat bowls at the centrally located Hotel Jimesol. Bowling every Monday and Thursday afternoons from 1.45pm to 4.15 pm with members of the original short mat bowls club in Nerja. Visitors and new members most welcome. Equipment and tuition available. Contact ; Marian Collins 952 523 754 or Malcolm Saunders 952 520 579. BUENA VISTA PETANCA CLUB Plays on Monday and Thursday mornings (10.30am) at Torrox Park. For further information: Nigel Wallace on 951 321 215. CLUB INTERNACIONAL DE NERJA Calle San Juan 42. Nerja. Social and Cultural Association No 1612. Telephone during opening hours 00 34 952 521 858. Opening hours: Mon from 19.30 hrs/Tues, Thurs and Sat 11.00 to 14.00 hrs. Open Some Thursday Evenings check for details. Facebook: cidnerja. New membership year started on the 1st November 2016 and is E15 per person. COSTA ANIMAL SOCIETY A registered charity which raises money to help abandoned animals looking after them and finding them new homes. For information on fund raising, volunteering or if you can offer an animal a home please contact Vera on 95 252 9670. For events please telephone Diana on 679 714 612. For more details look at www. casnerja.org. The new shop is now in Calle Castilla Perez 2, Nerja and the telephone number is 689 31 43 50. New members are always welcome. COSTA CAMERA CLUB NERJA We are a group sharing an interest in photography and are of mixed ability and experience. We meet every second and fourth Thursday of the month at 5.30pm in the Salon Social, Capistrano Village. Anyone interested in joining us will be most welcome so come along and see what we do but please either contact us first or check our website as we sometimes travel elsewhere on club days to take pictures. Telephone 645 053 258, email coscamclub@gmail.com or look at our web site www.costacameraclub.com. CUDECA CANCER CHARITY, is always in need of quality furniture in good saleable condition, (sofas, beds, bookshelves etc), so if anyone has anything they are able to donate, they should ring Sue Maull on 638 108 564, who will collect from all over the Axarquía region (ie from Nerja to approx Rincón de la Victoria and upwards from all the villages etc). CUDECA NERJA SUPPORT GROUP to help people who are living with the difficult situation of cancer or other life limiting illnesses or the people who care for them. Meet 2nd Thursday each month at 11.30 a.m. in Cafeteria Cavana which is across the road from the rear of El Salvador Church in Nerja. We meet in the rear Patio area. We also help by telephone 952 564 910 or e-mail: cudeca@cudeca.org FERNANDO'S FRIENDS A support group for people experiencing loss (through death / ill health / loss of self-esteem). Including Volunteers, Nurse, Psychologist and Social Worker. Contact Liz englishnurse@rocketmail.com 951 242 449 or mobile / WhatsApp 692 419 548 or Sarah: 600 715 301 FOTOCLUB NERJA C/ Diputación nº2 (Centro Giner de los Rios) Nerja. Enjoy photography with us! 600 204 021 GINS GOLF INTERNATIONAL NERJA SOCIETY. Founded in 1988 the Society has over 300 Members and plays golf competitions very week at Anoreta, Baviera and Los Moriscos and monthly at Granada. We also have a Social Calendar for Members and partners to enjoy. Guest are welcome to play with us. Please visit www.ginsgolf.com, email membership@ginsgolf.com or telephone 696 079 563 for more details. GRUPO DE CAMERA CANTILENA Small, early music group. Performing primarily vocal music from medieval to late renaissance Spain and France. Instrumentalists welcome. Wednesday evening rehearsals. Tel 952 520 003. KING OF HEARTS BRIDGE CLUB Monday, Thursday and Friday at 3pm. Rest Haveli, C/ Cristo 42, Nerja. Tel. 952 52 42 97 LIONS CLUB - NERJA visit us at the NERJA LIONS SUNDAY MARKET, held every Sunday of the year on the market place at Almijara 11, open to the public from 8-00 hrs until 14 -00 hrs. Tel: Elke Lange 693706900 or Tristan Mosedale 958 639 896. LODGE OF EUROPEAN FRATERNITY NO 52, Any brethren visiting the area and wishing to attend one of our meetings, or interested in joining our lodge, should contact either, David on 658 655 511 or Sandy on 646 436 967 for further details. Visitors and joining members are always welcome. MOVE IT TO MUSIC! is a gentle, informal and fun dance fitness class, popular with the 50+ age group. Classes held on Saturdays in the winter months, 11-12 noon, Time Sport Gym, Avda de Pescia 21, Nerja, 5D - more info? - m: 675 846 217 / moveittomusic@yahoo.co.uk. NERJA BRIDGE CLUB holds Duplicate Bridge sessions for members and visitors on Wednesdays and Fridays at 2.30pm. Partners can be arranged by calling Joan on 95 252 0579 or David on 669 620 717. The ‘No-Fear’ sessions for less experienced players, no partner required, take place on Mondays at 2.30pm, please call 95 252 4743 for information. The Club meets in its own premises at Avda Castilla Perez, 1 (blue double doors at the side of Cafeteria Royal). Further information and results of all sessions can be seen on the Club’s website bridgewebs.com/nerja. NERJA HISTORY GROUP (NHG) is for anyone interested in Spanish History. We have Lectures and trips each month. We are of mixed Nationalities and lectures are conducted in English. Meetings are held at the Nerja Museum, above the underground car park, starting at 11.00 a.m. finish approx. 12.30 p.m. Please see www.nerjahistorygroup.es and or email nerjahistorygroup@yahoo.com NERJA LADIES BOOK CLUB Do you like to read books and discuss them while making new friends? Then drop in and meet us. We usually meet every 6 weeks on a Wednesday Evening from 8-10pm. For further information email nerjaladiesbookclub@yahoo.com or you can find us on FaceBook. NERJA PHILOSOPHICAL GROUP Monday the 19th of November starting at 11.30 am in the Social Salon in Capistrano

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Village, Nerja. The subject is the Paris Agreement on climate change and all it entails. James Wimberley will lead the discussion. All are welcome. Contact Marilyn Barry: innerway@cali.co.uk NERJA SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF ALCOHOLICS. Meets every Friday at 7pm at Centro Cultural Giner de los Rios. Calle Diputacion 2, Nerja. For more information 952 516 476 / 663 341 572. NERJA WHIST CLUB Restaurant Avenida, Nerja. Mondays 8.00pm. New members welcome. Call Gwyneth or Gwynfa 95 252 3194. POCAPECUNIA the Charity Shop in Aid of the Love A Child Foundation, Calle Bella Vista 6 in Nerja, is in urgent need of all kinds of jewelry, including watches and DVD’s. Opening hours Monday to Saturday from 10am to 1.30pm. ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, NERJA BRANCH The Branch holds lunch meetings at the Hotel Al Andalus, Maro, on the third Thursday of each month. Also at Pena Parda Hotel, La Herradura on the 1st Friday of each month. Non members are always welcome. Booking is essential. For Al Andalus contact Vera on Tel: 952967200 and for Pena Parda contact Kate on Tel: 958632704. For further information on the branch please contact Dave on 654085811 or visit our website rblnerja. wordpress.com. SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING. Tel: 95 252 4477 TALLER DE LA AMISTAD Help for adults with learning disabilities. Open Monday to Friday from 9-5. Urbanizacion Condal s/n. Nerja. Tel. 952 52 88 97. Fax. 952 52 88 72. Mobile. 665 523 146. tallerdelamistad@hotmail.com. THE ARTS SOCIETY NERJA We meet each 2nd Tuesday of the month between October & May at the Cultural Centre (Casa Cultura), Calle Granada, Nerja at 6pm. We have 8 illustrated lectures per season presented in English by experts from the UK. Visit our very active website: www.theartssocietynerja.com THE LITTLE WEED ALLOTMENT GROUP near La Noria in Nerja, for growing your own vegetables. For more info, call Ted on 693 051 515 or e-mail littleweedallotments@gmail.com THE NERJA CULTURAL CENTRE 95 252 3863 THE NERJA DANCE CLUB At the Cafeteria Avenida (near the cemetery, petrol station and Police Station) in Nerja. Beginners Class at 8.30pm learn The Cha Cha Cha and The Waltz. As you get better you can come along at 7pm and learn other dances and/or practise until 10.30 - with help. Private lessons are also available before 9pm. Eric and Jennifer have been teaching for many years and understand your worries and needs. Dancing is fun and everyone at the club will encourage and help you. Couples and single people all welcome. If you would like more information please ring Eric and Jennifer on 95 252 35 99. THE NERJA PLAYERS If you have an interest in theatre and the performing arts join this group who regularly perform rehearsed readings of plays and other material. The Nerja Players meet on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month from October to April at 18.45 hours in the Bridge Club premises at the top of Calle Castilla Perez 1, Nerja (the large blue double doors). For further information please visit https:// www.thenerjaplayers.com or follow us on Facebook @ The Nerja Players. For all enquiries please email admin@nerjaplayers.com or visit www.nerjaplayers.com or follow us on Facebook @ The Nerja Players THE OXFORD & CAMBRIDGE ALUMNI CLUB Ian Mortimer email: iandcla@gmail.com. TRUMPS BRIDGE An international club which holds duplicate bridge sessions for members and visitors on Mondays and Thursdays at 3.00pm at the Nerja Club Hotel. Call Andrew on 677 655 095 or Marion on 626 796 913 if you need a partner or further info.

Markets

Tuesdays: Urb. Almijara II Sundays: Lions Club Flea Market. Urb. Almijara II

Fiestas

February Carnival 14-15 May Fiesta of San Isidro. Parade from the Balcón de Europa to the Nerja Caves. Traditional costume, floats and oxen. 23 June San Juan 16 July Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen. 9- 12 October Nerja Feria. Week long fiesta.

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AMBULATORIO 95 252 3131 MEDICAL EMERGENCIES 902 505 061 CASE OF LIFE OR DEATH 061 DOCTORS Dr. Teresa Palomas 95 252 4992. CHEMISTS Acosta Arce, C/. Carlos Millon Molina Padilla, Avda. Castilla Pérez 24 VETERINARY CLINIC Clínica San Fernando, C/. Chaparil, 95 252 1838 GUARDIA CIVIL C/. San Miguel, 95 252 0091 MUNICIPAL POLICE 95 252 1545 TOWN HALL General enquiries, 95 254 8400 TOURIST OFFICE 95 252 15 31 TAXI RANK 95 252 4519 ELECTRICITY 95 252 0442 WATER 95 252 0400

Maro

is a small village only 4 km from Nerja with only 2000 inhabitants. There are many fine restaurants and cafés, and views of the sea from the Balcón de Maro. Maro is the closest village to the Nerja Caves, which are some of the most famous in Spain.

Fiestas

Useful Numbers

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TOURIST OFFICE 95 252 15 31 NERJA CAVES 95 252 9520 DENTIST 95 252 9666 Dentadanes, C/. San Miguel s/n, Maro Club 12

20 January Feria del Barrio Last weekend of July Festival of the caves 1st weekend Sept Maro Feria

Nerja Church Services THE ANGLICAN PARISH OF NERJA & ALMUÑECAR Services at Iglesia de San Miguel (St. Michael's Church) every Sunday as 12 noon and at Capilla de Nuestra Señora del Carmen (Fisherman's Chapel) Almuñecar every Sunday at 09.30am (except during August in Almuñecar). There is also a short service of Holy Communion on Wednesdays at 0930am in the Church Shop, Calle Malaga, Nerja. Details of how to find the churches are also available in the Church Shop. Priest in Charge: Father Nigel Thomas. Tel: Church House 952 521 339 Church Shop 952 522 460. ROMAN CATHOLIC MASS TIMES, EL SALVADOR, NERJA Sunday: 10.30 am. English & Spanish. 12.00 & 8.00 pm Weekdays: (Except Wed ) 8.00pm. (Summer Time) SAN MIGUEL CHURCH Priest: Father Antonio Sunday: 10.30am Thurs, Fri & Sat: 8.00pm (Summer Time) Confessions before mass or by appointment. See notice for other services. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS C/.Granada 81, Nerja 10am-1:30pm. Tel. 95 252 6206 COMMUNITY BIBLE FELLOWSHIP C/.Pintada 35, 2nd floor, Nerja. Worship Sunday mornings (English/Spanish) at 10am. Tel: 95 252 1776 FELLOWSHIP OF THE KING All welcome to join our relaxed but reverent Englishspeaking service at 10.30 every Sunday at our premises in Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja. Also to our home groups which meet during the week. Details from Rev Leslie Thomas on 958 658 439 or www.ftk-spain.org

Clubs & Organizations LODGE OF EUROPEAN FRATERNITY NO. 52. Any brethren visiting the area and wishing to attend one of our meetings, or interested in joining our lodge, should contact either, David on 658 655 511 or Sandy on 646 436 967 for further details. Visitors and joining members are always welcome. 41 CLUB Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 19:00 in Hotel Al Andaluz in Maro. All former Round tablers are welcome. Please call Alfie 626 998 626 or look at www.41clubnerja.org

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All monies to cancer patients C/. Almirante Carranza 15. Open 10-13.30 & 16.30-19.00

Tel. 663 083 503

1. DR. PALOMAS 2. MASALA HOUSE, Indian Restaurant 3. LA TABERNA, Traditional Spanish Tapas Bar / Restaurant 4. LEX IURIS, Legal Services 5. COCINAS NERJA, Kitchens 6. FIERECILLAS, Pet Shop / Vet 7. OLE OPTICA, Optician 8. BUREAU DE CHANGE 9. TEAM ESPAÑA, Real Estate 10. CUDECA, Charity Shop 11. COMMUNITY BIBLE FELLOWSHIP (2nd floor) 12. POCAPECUNIA, Charity Shop 13. WALLI RON, Hairdressing Salon 14. CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC 15. RUSKINS, Restaurant 16. NERJA HOLIDAY LETTS 17. BEAUTY BY KATIE, Beauty Salon 18. CNR SPORTS BAR 19. THE PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC 20. KEY HOMES SPAIN, Real Estate 21. AUTOS TIVOLI, Car Hire & Repairs 22. LESSAGGRO, Car Hire & Airport Transfer 23. SPARKLES, Hairdressing Salon 24. TELEVIDEO, Satellite TV 25. LA GALERIA, Restaurant 26. DIGIPRINT NERJA, Printing Services

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26. MARKET PLACE MAGAZINE 27. INK & CHIPS, Computer Sales & Repairs 28. DENTAL CLINIC, Dra. Nieves Carmona Sierra 29. NAMASTE, Nepalese & Indian Restaurant 30. LA LLAVE DE ORO, Locksmith 31. SKANDIA MAKLARNA, Real Estate 32. NERJA PROPERTY SHOP, Real Estate 33. TALLERES COSTA DEL SOL, Car Body Shop 34. DREAM PROPERTIES, Real Estate 35. AYO'S, Beach Restaurant 36. SECURE SOLUTIONS 37. TASTE OF INDIA, Restaurant 38. THE ENGLISH LAUNDRY 39. CLINICA SAN FERNANDO, Vet 40. AUTOS FIESTA - GARAGE NUEVA NERJA 41. FISIOTERAPIA JUDY 42. SMUGGLERS INN, Bar 43. BAKERS BAR, Restaurant 44. STARRS, Tapas & Vino 45. EL FUEGO, Bar 46. KK'S, Bar & Restaurant 47. LA COCINA DEL ALMA, Restaurant & Tapas 49. THE STEAKHOUSE AT BURRIANA, Restaurant 50. NERJAMAR, Real Estate 51. BAR EL BOSQUE 52. DONNA MONROE'S II, Hairdressing Salon 53. OLAS, Sports Bar & Restaurant

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Beauty by Katie

Beauty, Nails, Make Up and Tanning Salon

Calle Granada 42, Nerja Tel. 618 412 066 www.beautybykatienerja.com

OLE OPTICA Your international optician in Nerja

Hours: Mon to Fridays 10am-2pm & 5pm-8pm. Saturdays 10am-2pm

Tel: 95 252 3072 www.cocinasnerja.com

OPENING HOURS Mon-Fri 10-14 & 16-19 Sat 10-14

Tel: +34 952 528 395

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Cosmetic Medicine Beauty Hairdressing

Restaurant & Bar

Open daily from 10am til late. Beach front location • Easy Parking email: bakersbar@hotmail.com Burriana Beach • Nerja Tel.: 95 252 6880 facebook.com/bakersbarnerja

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Torre del Mar

is just 30 minutes from Malaga, and is the beach resort of Velez Málaga. Its population of 21,000 grows between June and September to 150,000. The towns attractions have expanded over the last few years to cope with the demand, and now the four kilometres of beach have been enhanced by an impressive promenade, which stretches all the way to Caleta de Vélez, a port providing over 200 berths and offering sailing and water sports. Throughout the summer, there are many Chiringuitos on the beach, serving fresh barbequed fish and ice cold beers. In 2002, Paseo de Larios was pedestrianized, and is now a tranquil promenade, with plenty of pavement cafés and restaurants. At the seafront end of Larios is a line of bars and discos which continue throughout the night on Fridays and Saturdays. The history of Torre is uncertain, but it is thought that it might have been part of an ancient Greek settlement, known as Mainake, which was destroyed by the Carthaginians. Tombs of the Carthaginians were found at the mouth of the river Velez. More recently, it was a small fishing village until major development began in the 1970’s.

Clubs & Organizations

41 CLUB Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 19:00 in Hotel Al Andaluz in Maro. All former Round tablers are welcome. Please call Alfie 626 998 626 or look at www.41clubnerja.org ALOHOLICS ANONYMOUS English Meetings - Nerja and El Morche. Contact AA Hotline 600 379 110 for all times and locations. CLUB INTERNATIONAL - TORRE DEL MAR All welcome! Meets every Tuesday at La Vega Restaurante near petrol station at 7:30pm. Tel 95 254 18 58 DSS ASOCIACION HISPANO DANESA, TORRE DEL MAR For Info: Tel/Fax: 95 211 5923 LUX MUNDI Ecumenical Centre. Avda. Moscatel 1 “I”, (Gardens of Viña Malaga/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar. Not a club! No membership! Informal friendly meeting place for all nationalities. Opening hours Monday through Friday 10.00am to 1.00pm and 3.00pm to 6.00pm. Please ring for details 95 254 3334. lux-mundi@lux-mundi.org ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, TORRE DEL MAR BRANCH Meets every Wednesday from 12 noon until 2pm, in La Vega Restaurant (near Mercadona). There is a warm welcome awaiting all, so please come and have some fun. For information on membership or Welfare please telephone 628 343 198. THE AMERICAN CLUB Málaga East. Informal drop in for a chat 12-2pm every Saturday at Hotel Rincón Sol, Rincón de la Victoria. CUDECA CANCER CHARITY is always in need of quality furniture in good saleable condition, (sofas, beds, bookshelves etc), so if anyone has anything they are able to donate, they should ring Tony on 661 826 654, or Melanie on 638 108 564, who will collect from all over the Axarquía region (ie from Nerja to approx Rincón de la Victoria and upwards from all the villages etc). PHOENIX SOCIAL CLUB is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English. It is a non political and secular organisation & during these very difficult financial times, we try to keep costs down to a minimum. We offer an opportunity to make lasting friendships, to help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips. We meet every Tuesday between 12.00 and 2.00 in La Vega restaurant, Torre del Mar. Our subs are very reasonable, E7.50 for couples, E5 for singles and a E5pp one off joining fee. We raise funds annually for the members’ choice of Charity, which currently are AVISA, The Volunteer Interpreters Association at the Comarcal Hospital, La Cruz Roja, Los Angeles de Axarquia and Help4Heroes 58 THE MARKET PLACE

- Come along and meet us! Call Gail on 951067723, mobile 626370695 or phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk Catch us on the web – www.phoenixsocialclub.co.uk PROBUS is a World Wide Organisation that invites you to come along and see what we are all about. We meet every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 2.00pm at Trapiche Restaurant, Velez Malaga. We have a meal and discuss whatever are points of interest to all. The first Meeting of the month we attempt to have a interesting Speaker, covering peoples experiences through life, or legal requirements. Probus is basically a male Organisation but partners/wives are invited to those meetings when a Speaker is attending. A couple of times a year we organise a meal at a different Restaurant recommended by a member. We also arrange trips to places of interest, such as Cudeca Hospice, Lanjaron water, we have also been to the Algarve, and this November we have arranged a 5 day cruise from Malaga as something a little different from the norm. We are always looking for new members with new ideas, so come along and give us a try. Contact Alan Briggs, on alanbriggs176@outlook.com to arrange a day.

Church Services

TORRE DEL MAR ST. BARNABAS CHURCH Spanish episcopal service in English. Holy Communion 11.00am 2nd and 4th Sundays. Tel: 952 030 461(Priest). Lux Mundi Ecumednical Centre, Avda. Moscatel 1 “I”, (Gardens of Viña Malaga/ Antigua Casa de la Viña). TORRE DEL MAR EVANGELICAL CHURCH (Part of the Spanish Evangelical Church in partnership with the Presbyterian Church in Ireland) meets every Sunday at 11.00 a.m. in Legends Bar, Calle Don Cipriano Maldonado Jimenez 9 (just past the bus station, heading to Velez Malaga). Everyone will be very welcome. Call Steve Anderson 671 410 137. ST. GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Chaplain: Revd. Canon Paul Wignall - Tel: 630 909 131, email: chaplain@stgeorgemalaga.org Assistant Curate: Revd Doreen Cage – Tel: 618 430 763, email: jmnct123@gmail.com Vélez Málaga: Holy Communion/Morning Prayer Service held Sunday mornings at 10.30am in the Antigua Capilla de San José, Calle Linares 7. Chaplaincy Wardens: velez-malaga@ stgeorgemalaga.org For further information on Chaplaincy activities please see our web page: www.stgeorgemalaga.org ROMAN CATHOLIC MASS IN ENGLISH. Every Saturday night 5pm winter, 6pm summer excluding August, at Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Avda Moscatel 1 “I”. CORNERSTONE INTERNATIONAL CHURCH is a multi-denominational multi-cultural church family.

Our services are in English. All are welcome to attend. Our teaching and preaching ministry is relevant to today’s Christian living in a secular world. Our desire is to challenge the believer to be more passionate in his/her pursuit of knowing God and to help the non-believer come to saving faith in Christ and to live a life of discipleship. Located at Calle Solera 2, Local 2 (The Violin Shop) 29740 Torre del Mar, Malaga. Accross the street from Torre del Mar Bus Station. Phone Number: +34.634.540.519

Market

Thursday - carpark opposite Calle Infante

Fiestas

TORRE DEL MAR 16 July Procession of Sea Virgen del Carmen 23 May Fiesta, 22-26 July Feria 9-11 July Feria de Caleta de Velez ALMAYATE 2 May Fiesta, 2-4 July Feria ALGARROBO 20 January Dia de San Sebastian 1st weekend August Feria 2nd Saturday of September Flamenco night BENAJARAFE 16-18 July Feria 16 July Procession of Sea Virgen del Carmen

Useful Numbers

HOSPITAL COMARCAL 951 067 000 RED CROSS 95 254 0785 AMBULATORIO 95 254 2396 DOCTORS Dr. Blanco Barcenilla & Dr. Blanco de Grado, Surgery Myriam, 95 254 57 70. Emergencies: 608 755 462 Dr. Eskeif, Clinica san Baker, Tel:95 254 15 58. Mobile: 608 45 43 54 TOWN HALL Paseo Larios 952 54 06 65 DENTISTS Clinica Dental Axarquia 95 254 6246 Clinica Algarrobo 95 255 0521 CHEMISTS Bermejo Valenzuela, Urb. Plaza Mar Centro Lara Alba, Avda. de Andalucía 119 ∙ Marco Martínez, C/. Santa Margarita 9. GUARDIA CIVIL 95 254 01 46 TOWN HALL 95 254 04 71 NATIONAL POLICE 95 254 2000 TOURIST OFFICE 95 254 1104

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Lake Viñuela

is a 15 minute drive from the N340 Autovia, leaving at the junction for Velez Malaga. Head inland along the A356; this direction also leads to numerous inland white villages. The first turning on our map is to Benamocarra, which is sign posted to the right after the last roundabout into Velez Malaga. This road will take you back over the main road and then also on to Iznate, and divides to take you to Almachar, El Borge and Cutar. The second turning off the A356 is on the right (after the Repsol garage) to Trapiche. Continue on the A356, and immediately you will see another junction on the left, sign posted to Benamargosa, Triana, Comares and Cutar. This road will also take you as far as Rio Gordo (for a scenic drive). There is a popular Spanish bar on the corner of this junction called El Cruz. Back on the A356, continue on and you will pass another junction on the right, to Canillas de Aceituno, and finally you will see Lake Vinuela in front of you. Turn right before the lake for Puente de Don Manuel, Alcaucin, Viñuela and Periana; carry straight on for Los Romanes, Rio Gordo and Colmenar.

Fiestas

ALCAUCIN: 20 Jan Fiesta of San Sebastian. 25-27 June Feria of Puente Don Manuel. 5-9 August August Feria. 6 August Festival of Flamenco. 30 October Chestnut Fair with tasting. ALMACHAR: 1st weekend in May Fiesta of San cristo. 19 May Romeria. Last weekend of July Feria of señora del Aparo. 1st Saturday Sept Fiesta of Ajo Blanco (local speciality soup) with free degustation. BENAMARGOSA: 20 Jan Fiesta of San Sebastian. 1st weekend August Summer Feria. BENAMOCARRA: 21 February Carnival. Easter Sunday Romeria. 15-16 May Fiesta of San Isidro. 11 Sept Fiesta of music and Folklore with degustacion. 21-24 October Fiesta in honor of Santo Cristo de la salud. CANILLAS DE ACEITUNO: Last Sunday of April Fiesta of the Virgen de la Cabeza and day of the Black pudding with degustacion and wine. Second weekend of August Feria of the Virgen de la Cabeza. COMARES: 18 Jan Street feria with music and dancing. 19-22 August Fiesta of San Hilario. 7-11 Sept Night of the candles. PERIANA: 27 March Fiesta of green olives with degustacion of typical mill breakfast. 13-16 May Fiesta of San Isidro and flamenco festival. End of July Fiesta of the Peach with degustacion and flamenco. 3rd weekend of August August fair. TRIANA: 21-24 June Triana fair. VIÑUELA: 29 July-1 August Fiesta of the Virgen de las Angustias. 13-15 August Gypsy fair. 17-18 Sept Fiesta of the raisin with degustacion. 60 THE MARKET PLACE

Useful Numbers CHEMISTS: Almachar: 95 251 2031 Benamargosa: 95 251 7032 Benamocarra: 95 250 9510 Canillas de Aceituno: 95 251 8070 Comares: 95 250 9231 Iznate: 95 250 9766 Rio Gordo: 952 732 118 POLICE: Comares: 95 250 9201 Rio Gordo: 95 273 0408 TOWN HALLS: Alcaucin: 95 251 0002 Almachar: 95 251 2002 Benamargosa: 95 251 7002 Benamocarra: 95 250 9534 Canillas de Aceituno: 95 251 8002 Comares: 95 250 9233 Cutar: 95 255 4247 Iznate: 95 250 9776 Macharaviaya: 95 240 0042 Periana: 95 253 6016 RioGordo: 95 273 2154 Viñuela: 95 251 9002

Markets

ALCAUCIN: Saturday ALMACHAR: Friday BENAMARGOSA: Wednesday BENAMOCARRA: Tuesday COMARES: Saturday CUTAR: Thursday PERIANA: Wednesday PUENTE DE DON MANUEL: Friday - Farmers Market at Chiringuito Antonio INTERNATIONAL RASTRO & COUNTRY MARKET AT CAMPING LA VINUELA Starts Weds 25th Sept and thereafter every Weds (10 am to 3 pm), selection of market stalls offering local produce, artisan, books, clothing, household goods, jewellery, art, gifts & much more.

Clubs & Organizations 41 CLUB Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 19:00 in Hotel Al Andaluz in Maro. All former Round tablers are welcome. Please call Alfie 626 998 626 or look at www.41clubnerja.org EXPATRIATE OSTOMATES OF SPAIN: Self-help group for people with stomas. Product info, newsletter, magazines. Confidential Help line. Do you have a stoma? Remember, you are not alone. For local contact, tel. Jenny: 952 115 130 or Jackie: 952 430 634 ALEGRIA: Friendship and adventure for people aged 35+. Make new friends whilst enjoying a range of organised activities. For details call 664 523 626 or email alegriacostadelsol@yahoo.com. EL VALLE ASOCIACION: A group of members from around Lake Viñuela and surrounding areas. Meets on the first Monday of the month (apart from August when we take a break!) at 7.00pm at the Camping Bar on the side of Lake Viñuela (A356). You can also meet us on Friday mornings from 11:30 to 12:30 at Meson Sara at the Puente don Manuel crossroads. The club organises events, trips and social functions etc. For further details and timings check the web site www.el-valle-asociacion.com or visit us at one of our club meetings. CORAL CORAXALIA: Do you like singing? We are inviting new male and female singers to become members of the local choir, Coral CoraXalia. Good atmosphere, all nationalities, good repertoire, performances, social events, possible touring, etc. Rehearsals on Thursdays 17.30 20.00 in Vinuela village, Casa de Cultura. Plenty of free parking. Come and join us! For more information, call 669 682 139 English / 689 111 352 Spanish, or email: eucorax@hotmail.es LA VAQUERIA ARTS & CRAFTS CLUB: Meet every Thursday 11.00-13.00 for an informal fun approach to arts & crafts. Come and meet new friends and discover your creativity. 952 51 72 73 www.la-vaqueria.com LOS ROMANES ROYAL BRITISH LEGION: Meet in Bar Atila, Puente don Manuel, every Tuesday. "We are a small branch with a big heart". For 2015 we are looking to increase our membership, So if you are interested you will be made very welcome. You don't have to have been an ex member of the armed forces to join. Our aim is to have some fun, quizzes, bingo, beetle?, whilst making money for the RBL Poppy Appeal. Interested? then please contact the Branch Secretary Joyce on 692 551 385. EVANGELICAL - EL PUENTE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Sunday Worship 11am. Midweek activities: Pilates Monday 11-12.15. Bridge Club Tuesday 2.15-6 pm. AA Wednesday 7pm. Charity Shop/Books open Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10 -1.30 pm. Thursday 5-7pm Bible Study. We meet at El Puente Christian Fellowship premises situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliara, El Cruce de Puente don Manuel. Phone 952 115 220 or 952 518 185. SEQUENCE DANCING AT RESTAURANT EL TRAPICHE Held on the first Friday and third Tuesday of the month. We look forward to welcoming old friends and new with a programme suitable for beginners and intermediate levels. For more information email kitchensheila@gmail.com, telephone Mike 952 510 189 or Joyce 699 156 471.

Competa

Clubs & Organizations

has grown considerably over the past few years, having over 35 different nationalities all living in harmony together. Its charming whitewashed streets come together in a central plaza where you will find the Church of La Asunción with its unique golden dome that stands out above the village. There are many fine restaurants, cafés, and tapas bars; and gift shops that sell the local ceramics. Competa is famous for its sweet muscatel wine, which is available in most bars, but highly potent, so drink with care!

41 CLUB Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 19:00 in Hotel Al Andaluz in Maro. All former Round tablers are welcome. Please call Alfie 626 998 626 or look at www.41clubnerja.org ALOHOLICS ANONYMOUS English Meetings - Nerja and El Morche. Contact AA Hotline 600 379 110 for all times and locations. ASOCIACIÓN DE CÓMPETA CULTURA Y ARTE Tel: Angelina 639 263310 TROPICAL TONES BARBERSHOP CHORUS Tropical Tones Barbershop Chorus, four part unaccompanied harmony singing for ladies and gentleman. If you like singing and think you can hold a tune, why not come and have a go. Don’t read music? Teach cd’s provided. Rehearsal Monday mornings. Call Brenda 958784801. ACTION FOR ANIMALS, THE CHARITY SHOP. Avda de la Constitución, 59, Cómpeta, 29754. Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10-2, Saturday 10-1:30. Tel. 660586040. Email: nina@actionforanimals.org. COMPETA CAS BRANCH Terry Weston 951254134. terrygweston@ yahoo.com or visit our website www.casnerja.org to see the animals we have available for adoption.

Market

Saturday Car park

Fiestas

25 January Feria del Barrio. 23-25 July Feria San Sebastian. Live music & dancing. 15 August Noche del Vino. Famous wine festival, attracting people from far and wide.

Useful Numbers

GUARDIA CIVIL Avenida de Torrox 21. Tel: 95 251 6097 MUNICIPAL POLICE 95 255 3727 TOWN HALL Calle Rampa 1. Tel: 95 251 6006 TOURIST OFFICE 95 255 36 85

SERVICIO ANDALUZ DE SALUD Calle San Antonio Consultario de Competa, 95 251 6089 Health Emergencies 902 505 061 TAXIS 95 251 6199 - 95 251 6205 95 251 60 56 - 95 255 35 35

Frigiliana

encompass 39.74 sq km within which live just over 3,000 people year round. Frigiliana is a popular tourist destination, and because there are many holiday homes here, the population triples during the summer months. The history of Frigiliana dates from prehistoric times. The village has been inhabited by numerous civilisations from the Phoenicians and Romans to the Arabs, who had the greatest impact on the town’s development. During the Christian reconquest, Frigiliana was the site of numerous battles culminating in the famous battle of the Rock of Frigiliana in 1569 which ended in the complete expulsion of the Moorish people. One can learn the history of this struggle by walking through the streets of the historic section where there are a series of twelve ceramic plaques posted about which explain the entire story.

Useful Numbers

TOWN HALL C/ Real 80, tel: 951 70 76 59 CENTRO DE SALUD C/ Principe de Asturias, 13 TOURIST OFFICE 95 253 4261 FOREIGNERS DEPARTMENT extranjeros@frigiliana.es tel: 951 70 76 59 ext 5 TAXIS 95 253 3048

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CENTRO DE CULTURA C/. Apero, Frigiliana 41 CLUB Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 19:00 in Hotel Al Andaluz in Maro. All former Round tablers are welcome. Please call Alfie 626 998 626 or look at www.41clubnerja.org

Fiestas

20 January: Fiesta San Sebastian - The Patron Saint of Frigiliana. Villagers walk bare foot through the streets, carrying the statue of San Sebastian and candles. 3 May: Dia de la Cruz - Celebrated with flowers adorning every street corner and balcony. 13 June: San Antonio de Padua - Celebrating the Christian reconquest on June 11 1569. Fair , dancing. August: Festival of Dance and Music - Traditional time of year for people who have moved away from the village to return, which is celebrated with dancing and music. August: 3 Cultures Festival (please check with Town Hall for dates)

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