August17web by Grapevine Magazine

Well, here we are, it’s August again! Holiday season when many places close down, particularly for the two weeks that straddle the 15th (this being a bank holiday). We have lots of interest in this issue to keep all satisfied. There is a wealth of events to attend this month including a wide programme celebrating Paphos 2017 Capital of Culture. Don’t forget to take a bottle of water with you when you go out. I have heard that the hospital is again swamped with people suffering from dehydration! We have an interesting article on why some women can wear high heeled shoes and why some others can’t. Read all about it on page 12. On page 5 there’s an article about the freshness of the food stuffs we consume; I found the existence of the ‘long egg’ fascinating. Wishing you all a great summer. Back next month,

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Nearest and dearest in Nicosia On 7th April, my worst nightmare was realised... ‘We are transferring him to Nicosia General Hospital.’ My partner, Roger, had now been in Paphos General for two weeks, awaiting a triple heart bypass. I had spent this time travelling backwards and forwards daily, between the hospital and our home in Peyia and it was beginning to take its toll; now the doctor’s words had sent my mind into a real spin. Just the thought of the two hours plus journey to Nicosia, never mind the traffic and parking issues, stopped me in my tracks. There had been numerous offers of lifts from friends, but as no-one knew how long he would be in hospital, I thought it was too much to expect, even from friends. So, could I stay in Nicosia? I certainly didn’t know of a hotel near enough to be an option. Enquiries to my local medical centre, the hospice helpline, Nicosia General itself and friends, drew a resounding blank. Determined not to panic, I resorted to good old Google. Firstly, I used it to find the actual address of the hospital, then typed in Booking.com and held my breath. Up popped the answer - Denis Hotel, 19 Diagoras Street. It is listed as being 2kms from the hospital but I think that is probably as the crow flies, and is more realistically just under 3.5kms.

It is worth mentioning here, I think, that access was also provided in NG for visitors to a small room close to the ward, that had tea & coffee making facilities, a microwave and a fridge, in which food or drink marked with the patient’s name, could be left. This became my routine for the next five days. I did my forty-minute walk to the hospital each morning and took an 8 euro taxi ride back every evening. Anyone in this situation though, please be aware that the taxis disappear from the rank in early afternoon. By then I had a lady taxi driver collecting me, so I asked if she would pick me up from visiting at the same time every evening. This worked really well and again, was one less thing to worry about. For anyone not familiar with Nicosia, the hospital is right opposite a large shopping mall with an Ikea superstore. I took to popping over there to get a break and to buy their ready meal meatballs. There is also a supermarket, which too proved useful for microwaveable ready meals, bottles of water, etc. There is a pharmacy on the road below the mall. For anyone who wouldn’t particularly fancy wandering over to and around the mall, I must mention that there is a wellstocked shop/cafeteria, with a varied range of hot and cold snacks, at the side of the foyer in the hospital main entrance. As usual in these sorts of places they can be a bit pricey. But of course, you pay for convenience.

What a little gem this turned out to be. Although only one star, at €40 per night it provided bed and breakfast, a room with an ensuite and plenty of hot water. It also has a communal kitchen which allowed me access to a kettle, microwave and washing machine. Reassuringly too, under the circumstances, the hotel staff were extremely helpful. Deciding I couldn’t face driving to Nicosia even to stay, I caught the bus from Karavella old town bus station. You may need a friend to give you a lift there, but if this is not an option then you can catch a bus from the harbour to the Karavella. There is a bus to the capital every couple of hours and if, like myself, you are a mature member of society; the fare is only 7euros. Timetables are available from the small office and tickets are bought on the bus. There is a stop right outside the hospital. They run every day, though less frequently at weekends and Bank Holidays. Also, immediately outside the entrance driveway at the hospital there are ranking taxis. On my first day, after visiting Roger and discovering which ward he was on, etc, I used one of the said taxis to get to the Denis Hotel. It cost, I thought, a very reasonable 8 euros. I asked the taxi driver if he could give me his firm’s number, so that I could make life a little easier and book a return journey a bit later, after I had spent time with Rog. Being a fit and active sixty-six-year-old, I am fond of walking and so with the help of the owner of the hotel translating, he asked the driver of my return journey if he would take me via the route it would be quickest and easiest for me to walk. I enjoyed doing this every morning, if only to gather my thoughts and prepare for another day on the ward.

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Talking of convenience, the hospital also has a Co-op cash machine. Again, one less thing to have to think about. We all mither about running out of cash. My reason for writing this article was in the hope that if anyone reading it should find themselves in a similar position, you don’t need to make life any harder than needs be, you’ll have enough to worry about. Unfortunately, Roger’s operation never did take place in Nicosia. Easter happened, which meant his operation couldn’t, and he was transferred as an emergency to the Ygia Polyclinic in Limassol. But that’s another story… Margie

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Polemi Hospice Shop Birthday Bash a Huge Success … with an extra good reason

Scores of people turned up at the St Michael’s Hospice Charity shop in Polemi on Saturday 22nd July to celebrate the shop’s fourth birthday in this small rural Cypriot village several miles away from where one might reasonably expect a charity shop to be. The Polemi shop is essentially a brilliant community facility for the village, staffed by wonderful, willing volunteers, all with the idea of supporting a truly worthwhile cause. And in this event, they were celebrating not only the success of the shop but also the inauguration and recognition of Geoff Eccleston’s ‘Garden of memories’ project. Geoff founded the shop those four long years ago and handed over to new volunteer Manager Debbie Rathbone just this year. His Garden project at the Archangel Michael Hospice is, in his own words ‘to create an accessible area of peace and tranquillity that patients, family and visitors can enjoy. The garden has as its theme “Memories - Reflection - Serenity”. Detailed plans are already on paper, have been costed and tested for feasibility by a team of experts and the whole plan is to be unveiled in the coming months with work starting in September, with a view to completion before the end of the year.’ The Garden will enhance, complement and refresh the existing purpose-built Hospice, remarked Mr Eccleston at the Polemi Party as he explained to everyone exactly what the day’s fund-raising was set to achieve. Members of the Garden team also celebrating at the party included Steve Wright, a Civil Engineer who is really looking forward to getting the project off the ground And celebration was the name of the game at the party; loaded tables of home-made cakes and savouries; a choice of refreshment from soft drinks and beer through to wine from nearby Kantamarena and free entertainment from several local musicians and singers. Guests came from as far away as Pissouri and Peyia to join in and a wonderful, sociable, fund-raising day was had by all; in excess of €900 was raised for the Garden of Memories.

Geoff and Steve @ the Polemi party

The main drawing for the Garden of memories

To find out more, go to www.paphoslife.com/ forum/viewtopic.php?t=2280 Or for more details and images as well as how to donate through ww.gogetfunding.com/gardenofmemoriesappeal/ Alternatively, deliver a cheque to any of the five SMHCharity shops in Paphos; Kato Paphos, Pano Paphos, Peyia, Geroskipwou and Polemi itself. See locations in the SMHC shops’ ad in Paphos Post or contact PR/Media Trustee for SMHC, Nikki Dake on cnndake@cytanet.com.cy for banking and garden identification account details. Partygoers at the fourth birthday party

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How Fresh is your Food How that boiled egg in your favourite lunchtime sarnie could be a month old

These are a way for pubs, hotel and restaurants to reduce their costs as they can avoid paying a chef to precisely batch-boil a large number.

It might taste like it was just cooked this morning but that egg in your shop-bought sandwich or salad could be up to 26 days old.

The long-life eggs, which have been pre-cooked and frozen, are heat treated or pasteurised to kill any bacteria and so ensure they are safe.

The eggs are being boiled in bulk in factories and pasteurised to kill bacteria which means they will last for weeks.

Andrew Ashby, managing director at Brusco, told trade magazine the Morning Advertiser that the product will offer the trade the option of serving a popular dish quickly and consistently without wasting time on fiddly preparation. “Our eggs are of the highest quality and provide guaranteed results every time, putting a family favourite back on the menu with a process that is both time-efficient and costeffective,” he said.

Eggs are seeing a boom in sales because they are viewed as healthy and have become a mainstay of popular protein-based diets. Packs of scrambled, poached and even ready-made fried eggs are also being made on production lines and supplied frozen to pubs and restaurants. In the same is the case with cocalled ‘long eggs’ - 10in long, perfectly cylindrical eggs which produce even slices. They are made by breaking a large number of eggs and cooking the whites in a mould with a hole in the middle. The yolks are then poured into the middle and they are cooked again. Vacuum packs of the egg cylinders can then be sent out to produce perfect slices, each with a yolk in the middle. The revelation of long- life eggs comes from Brusco, a major wholesale food supplier which sells boiled eggs that are designed to last up to 26 days. In a new departure the firm is now able to offer bulk supplies of boiled eggs with a runny yolk.

Supermarkets, restaurants chains and pubs routinely sell old or processed food to customers on the basis it is ‘fresh’ or has been freshly cooked. For example, the apparently fresh fish sold by supermarkets can be up to three weeks old. Salmon served up in ready meals could have traveled thousands of miles across the globe for processing and can be many months old. At the same time, producers and supermarkets now offer fresh produce, including apples which were actually harvested a year ago. The fruit is kept in a state of suspended animation for months by being placed in chilled warehouses with a modified atmosphere that halts ripening.

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The simple formula to finding heels that won’t cripple you Ever wondered why a modest pair of kitten heels leave some women in agony while others are happy to stride around in their ‘comfortable’ high heels for hours on end? The answer doesn’t necessarily lie in cunning insoles, expensive designer shoes or even iron-clad toes, but something far more unusual: the shape of your foot. According to the experts, some women are simply built for wearing sky-high heels, while others will be uncomfortable in any size of heel. The key is to find out which is best for you and now, thanks to a simple equation devised by consultant podiatrist Emma Supple, which has gone viral on social media, you can. Surprisingly, it doesn’t dictate that we all ought to be in sensible flats. She calls her shoe maths ‘Perfect Heel Height’ (PHH) and uses it in her London practice when confronted with women who suffer pain because of wearing the wrong shoes. “It’s fundamental in my clinical work”, she says.

simply aren’t getting their footwear choices right. According to the College of Podiatry, sore feet cause the average woman 23 days of pain every year. That’s an hour-and-a-half a day. The wrong footwear can lead to sore muscles, corns and blisters, as well as long-term problems such as knee and back pain. A vital part of this is, of course, heel height. “I noticed many patients complaining about pain and then saying, in tones of hurt righteousness, that they always wear flat shoes”, says Emma. “What they didn’t realize is that the structure of the ankle and the foot mean some women are naturally more comfortable with a higher heel. If you consistently wear the wrong heel height for your foot, then you are more likely to suffer discomfort”. “Ballerinas are able to wear very high heels look at how they are able to raise en pointe, with the foot at 180 degrees. Quite often I tell

The measurement is based on the flexibility of the talus, the one bone which connects the foot and the leg.

“Your foot can move up and down much more. But if your talus doesn’t tilt, then you will be more comfortable and far happier in flat shoes. Flatter shoes give a right-angle to the ground and don’t require as much movement from the foot.” “Some women find heels unspeakably uncomfortable and there’s nothing they can do about this”. Statistics support the fact that many women

“Women have learned to auto-correct - we tuck in our tail bones, but even so toes are pushed down into the front of the shoe, which can cause pain”, says Emma.

Heel position is also vital. The heel of the shoe ought to be directly under the heel bone for maximum stability.

patients that they have dancer’s feet.” Unsurprisingly, if women are informed that their ideal heel height is three inches high, they can literally dance for joy, but then, Emma points out, they realize that their favourite shoes are that height anyway. “I personally have a pair of three-inch-high Russell & Bromley heels which I adore”, she says. But what happens if you wear the wrong shoes? Well, if you ought to be wearing flat shoes, then high heels will be very uncomfortable. Your foot simply shouldn’t be pushed into that angled position for any length of time.

“Lots of designers mess around and put it too far back on the shoe”, says Emma. “This means you’re striking down too far back on the heel every time you walk. It’s one way to break the heel of the shoe and send you tumbling.” A Forties-style shoe is by far the best and ideally it should have a buckle for extra support. The type of heel doesn’t matter as long as it’s in a central column under the heel bone.” Any heel is still putting pressure on the front of the foot. “If you’re in pain, then walk away - literally”, says consultant podiatrist Matthew Fitzpatrick, who also sees many patients who are unable to wear flat heels. “No one, however flexible the talus, is going to be able to wear a pair of six-inch heels for long.”

“If a woman is wearing the right heels, she looks comfortable - you can tell instantly from the way in which she walks.”

He says that there are other considerations when choosing the most comfortable height of heel.

If your anatomy dictates that you’re best off in higher heels, then pop on a pair of stiff flat shoes and chances are you will trash them rather quickly. Your foot moves more as you walk, which means you’ll be working the shoes twice as hard.

“The sinus tarsi is a tunnel within the foot, running from left to right and is another of the components which give the ankle flexibility. It sits just below the talus and above the heel bone”.

There is a maximum height for heels, though Emma says she wouldn’t recommend more

“Yes, you will be able to wear that higher heel more easily than most, but the height is likely to affect posture, so your body is thrown backwards. Your bottom will stick out, which risks lower back pain.”

“Be sensible”, she says. “Wearing a too-high heel too frequently can lead to long-term problems such as hammer toes.”

The talus is strangely curved bone set on top and at the front of the foot and the way in which it moves dictates how high a heel you ought to wear. “If the talus tilts downwards when you are holding your leg out straight and relaxing your foot, then you have a lot of mobility and can wear high heels with ease”, explains Emma.

than three inches for day-to-day wear, even if your measurement suggests that four or five is perfect.

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“The more mobile (therefore larger) the sinus tarsi and it’s not dependent on the size of the person - the more likely you are to be able to

Cyprus Map and Go Cyprus Map and Go is a great new App that has been released to help you explore the island on your smart phone, iPad or tablet. You can search and navigate your way to restaurants, hotels, beaches and excursions. You can also find essentials like ATM cash points, petrol stations, doctors, hospitals quickly and check out public transport routes too. It even shows where you can find Daily Deals discounts for the savvy shopper!

Saves money on car rental Sat Nav and it’s multi-lingual Why pay €5 to €10 per day for car rental Sat Nav when you can download Cyprus Map and Go App for FREE from the App Store or Google Play! As well as thousands of attractions, Cyprus Map and Go gives you the option of turn by turn voice satellite in English, Greek, Russian, German or Turkish as well as clear directions on your device’s screen - whether you are driving, cycling or walking.

Free of Wi-Fi and Data Roaming

Once downloaded on your smart phone, iPad or tablet, you will never need to be connected to Wi-Fi again. You don’t even need any reception on your phone. Cyprus Map and Go uses GPS Satellite

Navigation so it even works on mountains, planes and underground!

Supporting Paphos 2017 The App joins in the celebration of Paphos being the European Capital of Culture for 2017. All Paphos 17 venues are listed with links via the internet to the official website to check events. Cyprus Map and Go ensures you can navigate your way there by car or local transport so you won’t miss out.

More functionality on the way Cyprus Map and Go has had over 10,000 downloads this year and now lists Daily Deals, the islands premier discount provider for visitors and locals alike. All current Daily Deals merchants are shown geographically on the App, so you can see which restaurants, excursions and shops are offering a discount and navigate to their door. Simply install the App for free; when you are connected to Wi-Fi, search the App Store or Google Play for ‘Cyprus Map and Go’ or download from the website www. MapandGo.World, just once. Then you are good to go with no data roaming charges, bad Wi-Fi connections or poor mobile reception ever again. Make sure you keep the App updated as there are more enhancements on the way! So enjoy Cyprus to the full and download Cyprus Map and Go today!

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The simple formula to finding heels that won’t cripple you tolerate high heels. Theoretically, if it’s smaller then you are more likely to need lower heels. However, the only way of assessing the size of this is via ultrasound and other scans.” He says that what the PHH equation highlights is the fact that everyone has different needs. It looks as though Kate Moss is probably the perfect candidate for flat shoes and unsurprisingly, it appears Victoria Beckham is the walking embodiment of high-heeled elegance. And what about Emma? I’m wearing three-inch heels at the moment and I feel as though I’m walking on air,” she says, adding that she finds flat shoes less comfortable. Clearly - and perhaps not surprisingly her own heels measure up perfectly.

How to measure up Anyone can work out their Perfect Heel Height in just a few minutes. All you need is a chair, tape measure, pencil and a willing friend. 1. “Take off your shoes, sit down and hold one leg straight out in front of you, relaxing your foot”, says Emma. If your foot sits naturally at a right angle to your outstretched leg and does not dangle, then you have less mobility in the talus and will be more comfortable in flat shoes than in high heels. If the top of your foot

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falls forward, in a straight-ish line following your leg, you are a natural heel wearer. 2. To find optimum heel height, get a friend or partner to help stretch the tape measure from your heel in a straight line parallel to the floor and then place a pencil at the wall of your foot at right angles to the tape measure. 3. Reading the tape measure where it hits the pencil will give you your ideal heel height.

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Chippings by David Waite

We had a choice of how to get to the cafe table near the cliff edge overlooking the sparklingly blue Mediterranean. We could either walk on the grass, which my wife thought might be a little uneven, or go along the side of the grassed area which looked better, with less walking involved. But the path we chose was covered in loose chippings small enough to get inside my sandals which had air holes in the sides and front. By the time I got to the table I felt I knew what medieval pilgrims must have experienced as they did all manner of things to themselves in the mistaken belief that by hurting themselves they would in some way be pleasing God. And when I took my sandals off, I was surprised to see how small the pieces of stone actually were and how little in number. Did they really cause my feet so much discomfort? Maybe the cafe should have had a sign saying ‘Beware – loose chippings’. Or perhaps I should not have been silly enough to walk on a path of loose chippings wearing open sandals, causing my feet to complain for the rest of the day. On the way back home I began to think about the small but sharp irritations that we sometimes allow to slip into our spirits in unguarded moments: the feeling of resentment when something you have done for someone isn’t appreciated, the regret when a casual remark causes anger or distress. The ability to only see glasses as half empty rather than half full. The bursts of anger we get occasionally get when caught unawares, or we start to think of all the ‘if only’ moments that can’t be relived again. The Bible has key words to deal with these kinds of situations. The first is ‘praise’, the second ‘grateful thanks’. When we are praising God, and thanking Him for all the good things that He has given us to enjoy, it’s much harder for the sharp little chippings of life to get into our soul. ‘Yes’, you might be saying ‘but you have no idea what I have had to deal with’. That’s true, but having interviewed a lot of people over many years, I have learnt that even the most successful people have had significant difficulties which they have had to overcome. One of the most interesting bits of advice that the Bible gives is this: “In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1Th 5:18 NKJV) If you read that quickly, but might not have understood it. It doesn’t say FOR EVERYTHING give thanks, but IN EVERYTHING give thanks. So, while that manic situation is in full throttle, you can give thanks. Why? Another scripture explains. “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” (Ro 8:28 NKJV) God has a way of turning bad situations into good. So that unbelievably bad traffic holdup might just have saved you from a nasty accident further along. That job you desperately wanted but didn’t get, allowed you to apply for a much better one a few months later. James, the brother of Jesus, takes that thought on even further. “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.” (Jas 1:2-3 NKJV)

We have a choice: to walk in God’s green pastures, or on the stony path of impatience and discontent. No contest really! grapevine | your local community meeting place | august 2017 issue

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What is (Systemic) Family Therapy? by Dr Vasilios Silivistris DipSup DipComp BA MA FRSH MBACP PhD

‘Systemic Family therapy also known as Family Therapy is a type of psychological counselling (psychotherapy) that helps family members improve communication and resolve conflicts. Family therapy is usually provided by a qualified psychologist, psychotherapist or a counsellor.’

Make the entire family stronger. Family therapy is often used in conjunction with other types of mental health treatment, particularly if one or more family members would benefit from specialised treatment for addictions, eating disorders or other illnesses. Some mental health programmes offer a family therapy component while a loved one is in treatment and also encourage each family member to pursue individual therapy.

Family therapy enables family members, couples and others who care about each other; to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. Individuals can find Family Therapy helpful, as an opportunity to reflect on important relationships and find ways forward. Research shows Family Therapy is useful for children, young people and adults experiencing a very wide range of difficulties and experiences. Family Therapy aims to be: Inclusive and considerate of the needs of each member of the family and/or other key relationships (systems) in people’s lives. Recognise and build on peoples’ strengths and relational resources. Work in partnership ‘with’ families and others, not ‘on’ them. Sensitive to diverse family forms and relationships, beliefs and cultures. Enable people to talk, together or individually, often about difficult or distressing issues, in ways that respect their experiences, invite engagement and support recovery. Resolve a specific issue. Prepare the family for a major life change such as a divorce or remarriage. Address the role that family plays in an individual’s life. Depending on the unique needs and goals of the family, different combinations of family members may participate in each therapy session. The family therapist may give family members assignments to begin addressing some of the challenges identified during therapy. What are the benefits of Family Therapy? Evaluating issues in family therapy can help an individual: Understand how their family functions. Identify strengths and weaknesses in the family system. Set goals and develop strategies to resolve challenges. Improve communication skills.

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What Conditions/Disorders does Family Therapy treat? Anyone seeking healthier, closer family relationships can benefit from family therapy. Family therapy is used to treat a wide range of conditions, including: Marital problems. Parent-child conflict. Problems between siblings. The effects of illness on the family. Studies show that family therapy is particularly important for adults and adolescents struggling with substance abuse, eating disorders, and other emotional and behavioural issues. When the whole family grows, each individual member is better off. Risks. There are no major risks involved in receiving family therapy, especially if family members seek the therapy with honesty, openness, and a willingness to change. Normal results. The goal of therapy is the identification and resolution of the problem that is causing the family’s unhealthy interactions. Results vary, but in good circumstances, they include greater insight, increased differentiation of individual family members, improved communication within the family, and loosening of previously automatic behaviour patterns. Dr Vasilios Silivistris is a UK trained Psychotherapist and Counselling practitioner. Tel: 99 109177. Email: v.silivistris@btinternet.com

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LIVE MUSIC IN PAPHOS - www.nitbats.com AUGUST Nitbats is soon changing to NB Music Cyprus to match with the Facebook Group, exciting times! Venues and performers please post your events into the Facebook NB Music Cyprus Live Music Listings Paphos group. https://www. facebook.com/groups/205055152857354. All welcome to join the group, just send a group member request to Jan Robinson Paphos. Please listen to Paphos Rock 98.5 FM’s Get the Buzz Show from 11.00 am to 12 Noon with Simone Swift and Jason Collins on Fridays as Jan will be interviewing live, local music performers. Please message me on facebook or email me if you are a performer in Paphos and would like a chance to tell people more about your show. Listen live at: http://www.e-radio.gr/Rock-FM-985-Paphos-i159/live Because of the publishing deadline, these are just a small selection of events taking place in August. 2 August MOST WANTED BAND - from 7-10pm at Brewery Bar, Pegeia, Paphos. Excellent 4 piece band playing wonderful range of classics from past to almost present. Tel: venue 99633338 3 August FOLK NIGHT - from 8-11pm at Phoenix Social Club, Kato Paphos. With Paphos Folk Club. 2 euro fee for non members. 1st Thurs each month. Tel: Phil - 99908241 Club - 26273076 3 August VERTICO INSTRUMENTAL PROJECT - from 8.30 pm at Technopolis 20 Cultural Centre, Nikolaou 1, Nicolaidi 18, 8010 Paphos. The band Vertigo Instrumental Project will perform in the garden for the first time. Their programme will include jazz standards and pop covers in jazz and funky rhythms. The main element of their performance will be the improvisation and the different approach to each song, giving them a different sound. They are a three piece band, with Renad Nourmanchine on keyboards, Sergie Sergienko on drums and Pampos Tapakoudes on guitar. Entrance: 10 euro. N.B. Also at Technopolis 4 August LIVE ROCK FESTIVAL - from 7.30pm at Aphrodite Hills Resort, off dual carriageway, Kouklia, Paphos. Join us at Aphrodite Hills Resort every Friday and enjoy the rock sounds of five local popular bands in the Beer Garden Pub with an extensive selection of international beers. www.aphroditehills.com. Tel: 26828000 4 August - On Tour (11 August - Black Anis; 18 August - BluesWreck; 25 August Gentlemen) 4 August CHRIS KING & THE FIREBIRDS - from 7.30pm at Aphrodite’s Rock Brewery, Tsada, Paphos. The Firebirds: The Memory Lane Tour takes you on a musical journey through the decades of Rock and Roll, from the 50s to the 80s, from Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis, Cliff Richard to the Beatles to Showadywaddy to Shakin Stevens and everything in between. This is a live rock and roll musical show with Chris King on lead vocals, musical direction on bass guitar, with singer-songwriter Mr Johnny Black, plus the man with the beat: Stan the Man Stanley. Mr Johnny Mac, on lead guitar, went to school with David Bowie and played with the Walker Brothers back in the day. He plays authentic rock & roll, because he was there! Doors open 7pm, Food from 7.30pm, show starts 9pm. 20 euro pp inc. 2-course meal. Email: info@ aphroditesrock.com.cy. Reservations: Tel: 26101446/26101901 4 / 5 / 6 August PAPHOS BEER FESTIVAL - from 6pm at Paphos Harbour next to Medieval Castle. Live bands, different each night; Decoys, SARDAM and Locomondo, all excellent bands. Over 100 beers, flyboarding display, kids activities. See Facebook page. Tel: 26250311 5 August PAPHOS FUNDRAISER Cancer Patients Support Group (CPSG) - from 4pm at Hole in the Wall Pub, Coral Bay. With live entertainment from vocalists Melissa Hobbs, Shannon Leigh & Chris Wakely. 3 euro pp and kids free which includes free food. Tel: 99161174 & venue 26955922 6 August SOL AURORAE ENSEMBLE - from 8.30 pm at Technopolis20 Cultural Centre, Nikolaidi 18, Nikolaou 1, 8010 Paphos. Ethnic music evening with sounds inspired by the Mediterranean & Middle East Inspired by the music traditions of the Mediterranean and Middle East, the Sol Aurorae ensemble presents its original combinations along with pieces from Cyprus, Greece, Armenia and Turkey, for the first time in Cyprus, starting from Paphos, at Technopolis 20 garden. Sol Aurorae (sun of dawn) is a platform where four musicians express feelings and ideas, while

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sharing them to the audience through their music. What creates the unique sound of Sol Aurorae Ensemble in the combination of voice and percussion (Vassilis Filipou) with the Turkish ney (Meir Gassenbauer), the lyra (Christina Polycarpou) and the fretless guitar and saz (Juliano Abramovay). Each musician carries a personal way of expression through composing and performing but what united the group is the love of modal music. Entrance: 10 euro Reservations are necessary at 70002420 7 August ORGAN RECITAL - 12 noon at Ayia Kyriaki Church next to St Paul’s Pillar, Harbour area, Kato Pafos. Paul Timmins, the Organist at the Anglican Church, performs a programme of sacred/reflective music for 30 minutes. Donations are welcome for Charity. www.paphosanglicanchurch.org 9 August CHRIS ANDRE - from 7.30pm at the Hole in the Wall bar, Coral Bay. A truly wonderful and gifted guitar, fiddle and bouzouki player. Guaranteed a brilliant night of great music. EVERY WEDNESDAY Tel: 26955922 11 August CHRIS KING & THE FIREBIRDS - from 7pm at Bonamare Beach Bar, Timi Beach of Paphos airport road. Memory Lane Tour (as 4 Aug). 25 euro pp inc. food. www.facebook.com/iLikeBonaMare/. www.facebook.com/Chris.King.Firebirds. Reservations: Tel: 99800298 11 August LIVE ROCK FESTIVAL - from 7.30pm at Aphrodite Hills Resort, off dual carriageway, Kouklia, Paphos. Join us at Aphrodite Hills Resort every Friday and enjoy the rock sounds of five local popular bands in the Beer Garden Pub with an extensive selection of international beers. www.aphroditehills.com. Tel: 26828000 11 August - Black Anis (4 August - On Tour; 18 August - BluesWreck; 25 August Gentlemen) 12 / 13 August REGGAE SUNJAM 2017 - 6pm-3am at Paradise Place, Pomos Paphos. Two days full of Reggae, Roots, Dub, Steppers and Dancehall tunes with top acts from abroad and a special local line up! You can camp, shower and enjoy lunch, dinner, breakfast and drinks all by the sea. There will also be a flea market with handicrafts. Entrance: 10 euro pp - 2 days, 7 euro pp - one day (also on Sunday). Information: Tel: 70007102, 26342016. Programme: Professor Skank (GR - live + DJ set); Syrina Sound (NL); Mrs HCN; DJ Monday (Jah Star Sound) (also see Sunday 13 Aug below). 13 August REGGAE SUNJAM 2017 - 12 noon-2am at Paradise Place, Pomos Paphos. Two days full of Reggae, Roots, Dub, Steppers and Dancehall tunes with top acts from abroad and a special local line up! Programme: Jammaroots (GR - live); King Of Eye (UK live Dub + DJ set); Haji Mike & Kemal (live acoustic); Dub Thomas (Dubophonic); Pan Khaos (Easy Going Productions); Suzie Selecta; Constantinos (Easy Going Productions); Chillum Brothers 13 August LIVE CUBAN MUSIC & DANCE NIGHT - from 8pm at Droushia Heights Hotel, Droushia. As promised we have arranged a Live Cuban Music and Dance night. 18 euro per person includes the entrance fee plus our special Buffet dinner. Tel: 26332200 15 August ‘THE BLUES BROTHERS’ - from 7.30pm at the Hole in the Wall bar, Coral Bay. Andi Hobbs & A.J. Vickers perform their fantastic tribute show EVERY TUESDAY Tel: 26955922 17 August TROPICAL PARADISE POOL PARTY - Leptos Kamares Clubhouse, Kamares Village, Tala. With the wonderful vocals of Mark Gregory. 21.50 euro pp (payable by 10 Aug), children under age 12 - 10 euro each. Buffet and welcome Tropical Drink. Hawaiian Tropical theme. Bar opens 7pm, BBQ 7.15pm. Tel: 26880576 17 August RHYTHM EXCHANGE - from 8.30 pm at Nikolaou 18, Nikolaidi 1, 8010 Paphos. A dance and live music project with George Pillas and Ann-Sylvia Clark. A night under the stars, where the rhythm and movement meet through the dance and live music. Join as for a music and dance rhythm exchange at Technopolis 20 garden. The dancers Georgios Pillas and Ann-Sylvia from New York, perform for a third summer at Technopolis 20, accompanied with Jazz, Latin and Afro beats by a live band (Spyros Socratous - double bass, Constantinos Yenis - guitar, Stefani Neofytou - vocals) and they promise an interesting and exciting evening. Entrance: 10 euro.

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LIVE MUSIC IN PAPHOS - www.nitbats.com AUGUST 2017 Reservations are necessary at 70002420 18 August CHRIS KING & THE FIREBIRDS - from 6.30pm at Searays Cafe Bar, Lara St, Ayios Georgios, Akamas. Memory Lane tour as above. 20 euro pp. Info on band as above. Reservations: Tel: 99617415 18 August LIVE ROCK FESTIVAL - from 7.30pm at Aphrodite Hills Resort, off dual carriageway, Kouklia, Paphos. Join us at Aphrodite Hills Resort every Friday and enjoy the rock sounds of five local popular bands in the Beer Garden Pub with an extensive selection of international beers. www.aphroditehills.com. Tel: 26828000: 18 August - BluesWreck (4 August - On Tour; 11 August - Black Anis; 25 August Gentlemen) 18 / 19 August 18TH PARADISE JAZZ FESTIVAL - from 9.30pm at Paradise Place, Pomos, Paphos. NCY Trio (Nikos Charalambous on electric guitar, Kyriakos Kesta on double bass and Omiros Miltiadous on drums, 10.30pm: Trio Misterioso (Ermis Michail on guitar, Andreas Rodosthenous on bass and George Koulas on drums, 11.30pm: Mighty Sugarance Trio (Marios Takoushis on keyboards and vocoder, Cahit Kutrafali on electric bass and Stelios Xydias on drums followed by a jam session. Food and drink at reasonable prices. Tickets: 12 euro pp for each night, children under 14 free. www.paradisejazzfestival.com. Reservations: Tel: 26342016 19 August 3RD POLIS BEACH PARTY - from 12 noon at Polis Chrysochous Camping Site. The Decoys band - covering a huge range of hits, Dee Jayson, Suzie Selecta, The Sunset Band - 5 piece band covering hits from across the decades. Information: Tel: 99994449 Starts at noon and goes on until late. Kid friendly. 19 Aug 18TH PARADSE JAZZ FESTIVAL - from 9.30pm at Paradise Place, Pomos, Paphos. Programme: Alkis Agathokleous Quintet (Alkis Agathokleous on ney, Elias Ioannou on trumpet, Ermis Michael on guitar, Andreas Rodosthenous on bass and Andreas Stefanou on drums, 10.30pm: the choreographer/dancer Milena Ugren Koulas and drummer George Koulas present a dance/musical show, called Happiness, 11pm: TriCoolOre (trumpeter Pantelis and his band), followed by jamming organised by special guest Andreas Panteli piano. Food and drink at reasonable prices. Tickets: 12 euro pp, children under 14 free. www.paradisejazzfestival.com. Reservations: Tel: 26342016 23 August MOST WANTED BAND - from 7-10pm at Brewery Bar, Pegeia, Paphos. Excellent 4 piece band playing wonderful range of classics from past to almost present. Tel: venue 99633338 25 August LIVE ROCK FESTIVAL - from 7.30pm at Aphrodite Hills Resort, off dual carriageway, Kouklia, Paphos. Join us at Aphrodite Hills Resort every Friday and enjoy the rock sounds of five local popular bands in the Beer Garden Pub with an extensive selection of international beers. www.aphroditehills.com. Tel: 26828000 25 August - Gentlemen (4 August - On Tour; 11 August - Black Anis; 18 August BluesWreck) 26 August GECKO BAND - from 2-5pm at Searays Cafe/bar, 1 Lara St., (road to the Akamas), Pegeia, Pafos. Food from 1pm. Brand new 4 piece band cover Rock, Soul and Pop hits. Tel: 99617415 29 August JAZZOLOGIA CYPRUS BIG BAND - from 8.30 pm at Technopolis 20 Cultural Centre, Nikolaou 1, Nikolaidi 18, 8010 Paphos. Jazzologia Cyprus Big Band in the Technopolis 20 garden. The Jazzologia Cyprus Big Band is a newly formed 17 piece jazz band established in October 2016 by the renowned saxophonist Giorgos Krasidis. Repertoire consists of historic compositions and arrangements by the pioneers of Jazz Big Band music as well as modern works. Entrance: 10 euro. The band consists of: Giorgos Krasidis / tenor sax, Marios Papares / tenor sax Alexandros Papacharalambous/ alto sax, Achileas Tomasidis / alto sax, Konstantin Labin / alto sax, Nicholas Georgiou / baritone sax, Aris Kyriakides / baritone sax,l Elias Ioannou / trumpet, Michalis Michael / trumpet, Fedonas Dimitriou / trumpet, Christos loizides / trumpet, Nikos Koukouvinos / trombone, Burkhard Fischer / trombone, George Issa / guitar, Nikolas Genethliou / piano, Byron Athinodorou / Bass, Andreas Combos / drums

ELECTRIC BLUES JAM NIGHT - from 7pm at Phoenix Social Club, 5 Ikarou St., Kato Paphos. Bluesy Open Mic/Jam Night for electric guitars. A chance for all us non gigging musicians to meet and play with like minded souls of all abilities. Bring your electric guitar, harmonica, saxophone, keyboard, percussion etc. Amps provided or bring your own.

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NO BACKING TAPES. 2 euro entry charge for non club members. 4th Thursday of the month. email: studuke@hotmail.com or Tel: Stuart 99068421

Programme for Paphos2017 European Capital of Culture Events Tel: 26932017

Friday 4 & Saturday 5 August

Aphrodites Rock Aphrodites Rock, a place filled with history, will be the venue for two evenings that combine the sea and the sky, music and poetry. There, where cultures meet and where Aphrodite dominates as the ultimate goddess. Friday 4 August

Music without Borders 20:30 The Acordes Guitar Ensemble (with nine guitars and a contrabass) presents a programme cutated by Evagoras Karageorgis and Zoi Paisanou-Marcou, with guitar pieces from the Mediterranean, Europe and Latin America, as well as traditional Cypriot melodies adapted by Evagoras Karageorgis. Singer: Pavlina Constantopoulou. Second Life - Eleftheria Arvanitaki 22:00 Eleftheria Arvanitaki gives a unique performance of poetry set to music, proving once more how the art of her interpretation can bring out extreme sensitivity, the dynamic of expression and the deep meanings of each individual verse. Orchestration: Alexandros Drakou Ktistakis. Musicians: Giorgos Georgiades (bass), Alexandros Drakou Ktistakis (drums), Yiannis Kyrimkyrides (piano), Nikos Mermigkas (lafta, bouzouki, laouto, mandolin), Dimitris Tsakas (saxophone). Sponsors: OPAP & EAC Hospitality Sponsors: Aphrodite Hills & Atlantica Hotels & Resorts Tickets for both events: 20 & 25 Saturday 5 August

The Mediterranean meets the Balkans 20:30 The Amalgamation Project balances between the Mediterranean sounds and the Balkan musical tradition, celebrating the richness of polyphony by the female vocal group Amalgamation Choir. Vasiliki Anastasiou (vocals, research, compositions), Ermis Michael (guitar, orchestration), Alkis Agathokleous (ney), Pavlos Carvalho (cello), Argyro Christodoulou and Evri Demetriou (vocals). Weddings and Funerals - Goran Bregovic 22:00 Goran Bregovic presents a world of unique sounds and exciting musical performances, confirming his talent to bring contrasting elements together, and what superficially seems not to match. His music, highly influenced by the Balkan tradition, is famous for the brass instruments, the traditional Bulgarian polyphonies, the electric guitar, the traditional percussion instruments and the string instruments. A frantic hymn to the beauty of life. Tickets for both events: 20 & 30 Tuesday 8 August 2017, 20:30

Museum of Nothing (Maa Palaiokastro) From Mycenae to Pafos Putting historical sites into the spotlight through various events is one of the objectives of the Open Air Factory. At the Musuem of Nothing, at the Maa Palaiokastro area, a music concert is organised, written especially for this purpose by the Cypriot composer Savvas Savva, depicting the Mycenaean colonization in Pafos and highlighting the historicity of the area. With a piano and an extended selection of percussion instruments (bells, xylophone, drums etc.) the composer will take full advantage of the possibilities offered by the venue due to the peculiarity of its formation. With the collaboration of the Avantgarde Organisation.

Paphos 2017 Moons and Stars Saturday 12 August 2017, 20:30 Ancient Odeon

From Odyssey to C.P. Cavafy with George Kimoulis The poetry of C.P. Cavafy narrated by the great actor George Kimoulis carries a sense of nostalgia for a human voice lost, allowing Thodoris Economou to approach it musically and shed light on manos passions and faults. Through Robert Wilsons Odyssey, the lights dim and the music takes us to the myth of Ulysses, as envisioned by Thodoris Economou. The terms ‘Destination’ and ‘Ulysses’ function as keywords for Cavafys Ithaca with which George Kimoulis begins his narration, before the music takes over in order to continue with the journey. Entrance: 20 & 15 Saturday 19 August 2017, 20:30 Ancient Odeon

Misia - The Soul of Fado Misia is today perhaps the most famous voice of fado after Amalia Rodrigues. Utilizing the traditional form of Portuguese music, she creates and constantly renews fado with new material, bringing fado, in this way, closer to the new members of the audience. She often performs in Europe and Asia and her recordings are sold in hundreds of thousands of copies all over the world. Through her songs in her latest album, ;Para Amalia;, she honours the ‘immortal priestess’ of fado, the unique Amalia Rodrigues. Entrance: 25 & 15 Friday 25 August 2017, 20:30

Ibrahim’s Khan Traditional Lullabies - a redefinition Trio NeRo is a music group that focuses on the re-definition of lullabies from Cyprus, Greece and Asia Minor filtered through a blend of musical traditions with elements of contemporary classical music, funk, rock, jazz, as well as samples of pre-recorded lullabies. The band consists of Christos Agathocleous (electric bass & petal), Nektarios Rodosthenous (vocals, electric guitar) and George Savva (percussion, sampling / tape operator). Trio NeRo will also present an original song written by composer George Rodosthenous and poet Aphroditi Zacharia-Rodosthenous.

Classifieds [ PROPERTY WANTED ] Wanted: plot of land in private garden to use as allotment to grow veg or flowers. Tel: 0044 7836 253356 [ ARTICLES WANTED ] Children’s play equipment for garden. Slide, house etc. Photos to tedmoult@btconnect.com Cyprus Samaritans - donate your unwanted goods to Cyprus Samaritans, we can collect, house clearances free of charge, furniture, white goods, bric a brac etc. Limassol & Paphos areas only. Call Richard on 99151910 [ BUSINESSES FOR SALE ] Kato Paphos - Long established, very successful restaurant/bar in the tourist area. Prominent position. Operated for many years to a high professional standard. Popular with locals and tourists. For details, call 99647341 [ JOB OPPORTUNITIES ] Part-time car washer needed for Paphos Airport Parking company. Pay is per vehicle with the possibility of some other work involved. For more details please ring 97785663 and speak to Gaynor

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Entrance: 10 Saturday 26 August 20:30

Ibrahim’s Khan Lingua Franca Ensemble Musicians from Cyprus, Greece and Germany form this dynamic ensemble, that will perform in the context of the Travelling Stage. Members of the ensemble carry with them their personal and musical experiences on a musical quest, during which the traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean meet with Western elements and create a colourful musical landscape. Different music creations and traditions lead the audience on a journey of emotions, seeking euphoria of the soul and the mind. Participating musicians: Michalis Cholevas (Greece): tarhu, yayli tambur, ney / Michael Kouloumis (Cyprus): violin / Yannis Koutis (Cyprus): oud, fretless guitar, vocals / Ruven Ruppik (Germany): percussion. Wednesday 30 August

28th October Square (Town Hall) 16:30-22:00 Thursday 31 August 2017 Vrysi ton Pegeiotisson 16:30-22:00 2017 Minutes of Music! Five Pianos, Five Days, Five Places Five new pianos will be exhibited for five days at a different location each day. A travelling interactive installation that includes a total of 2017 minutes of music! Of course the pianos are not to be presented as mere exhibits, since musicians but also students and visitors will be able to test their skills on the piano keys. On the first day of the event the pianos will be exhibited at the 28th October Square, followed by Geroskipou Square, Makarios Avenue and the Castle Square. With the collaboration of the Avangarde Organisatio

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Charity News What’s Happening @ Paphiakos &CCP Animal Welfare QUIZ NIGHT Tuesday 29th August 2017 @ Paphiakos T-Rooms in Kato Paphos

The monthly quiz taking place on the last Tuesday of every month is a great opportunity to put your general knowledge after you will have enjoyed a delicious 2-course dinner! Dinner served from 7pm, quiz starts at 8pm. €10 for dinner & quiz or €2 only for quiz. Reservations at 99771763. SUNDAY FUN DAY Sunday 3rd September 2017 @ Fly Again Pub in Argaka A great day out to spend with your family and friends! All for a very good cause! Starting at 10am until sundown, this event is packed with zest! All happening by the marvellous 4km long Argaka beach, there will be crafters’ stalls to browse, entertainment provided by ROCK FM radio and others, and lots of fun in the sun! Food & drinks available from Fly Again Pub. Stalls for this event are €30 and bookings can be made at 99877756 or 997532117 CHARITY FASHION SHOW Saturday 9th September 2017 @ Kamares Club in Tala A repeat of our fab charity fashion show that took place at Kamares Club in 2015! Starting at 1pm, the first guests will be welcomed with a glass of wine in preparation of the fashion show (volunteer models and helpers needed). To be followed by rails and rails of the best items in our charity shops available for buying! Lunch can be served, together with drinks. For info please call 99753217 MUSIC BBQ NIGHT Saturday 16th September 2017 @ Embers Bistro Bar in Kato Paphos Happening at the newest place in town! Come down for THE most delicious BBQ you’ve ever had, with great entertainment, all supporting a very good cause! Starting at 7pm. €17 to be paid on the door. More details to follow soon. Call 99753217 for info and reservations. TRIP TO KYRENIA Sunday 24th September 2017 Back by popular demand! Another one of our amazing days out! Departure 7:30am from Paphiakos T-Rooms, pick-up in Pissouri at Rantzo around 8am. Quick stop at Choirokoitia for refreshments and using the facilities. After border control we will be spending 4-5 hours in the amazing town of Kyrenia, enjoying the feel of it over some shopping, sightseeing, delicious lunch and more. Return to Paphos is scheduled for approximately 7:30-8pm. Tickets (€25 no refunds) are available by calling or texting 99753217. Be quick to book as seats are limited and this is a very popular event! QUIZ NIGHT Tuesday 26th September 2017 @ Paphiakos T-Rooms in Kato Paphos The monthly quiz taking place on the last Tuesday of every month is a great opportunity to put your general knowledge after you will have enjoyed a delicious 2-course dinner! Dinner served from 7pm, quiz starts at 8pm. €10 for dinner & quiz or €2 only for quiz. Reservations at 99771763.

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Charity News Century Travel Sponsor Elea Captains Day Competition On 8th July, a fantastic day was held at Elea Golf Club for the Captain v Vice Captains Day competition. It was well supported and the Captain’s Team won on the day by a good margin. There was wine tasting from Vouni Winery, followed by brunch with a glass of Prosecco provided by the Captains and Vice Captains. After the prize giving, the raffle draw took place. The lucky winners of the first prize of a cruise for two people from Limassol donated by Century Travel and Thomson Cruises were Gary & Jayne Fellerman from Paphos. The event raised €2,164 for the Friends Hospice Paphos.

Coffee, Cake & Pottery Lesson Morning

How long have you wanted to try your hand at making a piece of pottery the traditional way? Now is your chance! PPDS New Freedom Dog Sanctuary are hosting a coffee & cake morning with a pottery lesson at Savvas Pottery, Arch Makarious Road, Geroskipou (outskirts of Geroskipou on the old airport road) on Saturday 12th August 2017 from 11.00am. The cost of the morning is €20 which includes your lesson, your piece of pottery, glazed, (you will have to collect a few days after the event) and a tea or coffee with a slice of cake. Places are limited. If interested, please call Kim on 96 785 976 or email ppdscommunity@gmail.com

Anita Hopkins (Ladies Captain), Dawn Woods (Vice Captain), Bobby Johnson (Mens Vice Captain), Gary & Jayne Fellerman (Winners), Martin Pollard (Elea Club Captain)

‘Breast of Friends’ next meeting

There will be no meeting during August. The next meeting and Coffee Morning for ‘Breast of Friends’ will be on Thursday 7th September. The meeting on the above of the ‘Breast of Friends’ breast cancer support group will be held at 10.30am in the private room donated to the group at the UKCA. Meetings are confidential and are for breast cancer patients only. For enquiries, please call Maxine O’Daly 26272701 or Cherrie Gregory 96333072. ‘Breast of Friends’ Counsellor is Pamela Mills 99975593.

“Learning How To Help” Course 2017

Paphos Big Bake Off

Would you like to work as a volunteer, in a non medical capacity, supporting the nurses and patients of PASYKAF and to support people on the Helpline?

PPDS (Paphos Private Dog Sanctuary) will be hosting the Paphos Big Bake Off on Saturday 21st October 2017, 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Angelika Restaurant, Tombs of the Kings Road, Chloraka.

We are looking for people who have empathy, availability and commitment.

Reservation numbers and full details will be from September so see the PPDS page on Facebook (PPDS Community) for full details. If you like baking cakes and fancy yourself crowned as the Best in Paphos, keep this date in your diary. There will be a cash prize for the winner of each category: Women’s, Men’s and Under 17’s.

Just Joking PASYKAF will be holding an 8 day training course in Paphos on the following dates: Tuesday 10th, 17th and 31st October and Tuesday 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th November, with the final day being on Monday 30th November 2017. Hours: 10.00am until 4.00pm. Venue: Saint Michael’s Hospice, Mesa Chorio. Applications and any further information should be made to our Helpline Tel: 99760989 between the hours of 9.00am to 1.00pm Monday to Friday. The interviews will be held in the afternoons of Tuesday 5th and Tuesday 12th September 2017 at the PASYKAF Day Centre 84, Ellados Avenue, 8020, Paphos (applicants should be car drivers and live not far outside the Paphos area).

On the door of the general store, a customer noticed the sign DANGER! BEWARE OF DOG! He carefully entered the store, but once inside all he saw was a harmless old hound dog asleep on the floor beside the cash register. He asked the store manager, “Is THAT the dog folks are supposed to beware of?” “Yep, that’s him,” he replied. The stranger could not help but be amused. “That certainly does not look like a dangerous dog to me. Why in the world would you post that sign?” “Because,” the owner replied, “before I posted that sign, people kept tripping over him.” grapevine | your local community meeting place | august 2017 issue

Cyprus: Crans-Montana and Resignations by Andreas C Chrysafis

After the disaster at Crans– Montana an embarrassed negotiating Greek team returned like wets cats with their tails between their legs attempting to justify and spin their failure. A tired president, influenced by his inner core of “advisors” and politicians flew back feeling dejected. They are now busy trying to convince Cypriots they are not giving up but would seek ways to restart the Bi-Zonal, Bi-Communal Federation talks (BBF). During a televised news conference the President agreed to continue the negotiations on a prerequisite and conviction that a “solution” is achievable with the Turks. What a damn idea! Reality speaks louder than words. In Switzerland, the Greek team was entrapped by a much superior and shrewder negotiating team led by Mr. Mevlut Cavusoglu the Turkish foreign minister ¬–¬ a cunning man who had a strategic plan in place and knew precisely what he was doing and where he was going in the interests of Turkey and not others. Meanwhile throughout the talks, Akinci played the victim bride and hardly spoke. He was there as a flowerpot smelling the sweet scents of success. On the sly, he was actually one of the architects of Ankara’s conspiracy to fool everyone. He behaved splendidly, acting damp as instructed by allowing Cavusoglu to do all the talking in a game of deceit!

Sultan Erdogan did not waste time announcing that: “it’s too bad the Greek side did not want a settlement. Turkey will now proceed with its plans B and C for Cyprus.” It is only a matter of time before the next bombshell will come! Who will stop Turkey then? Nobody did in 1974! Cavusoglu meticulously applied the Turkish conspiracy at Crans– Montana to the latter. For days the Turkish foreign minister, with a smiling face, kept making spoken but vague promises ¬¬of Turkey’s “good intentions” for a solution (but never in writing) until he was ready for the good kill. As it has turned out Cavusoglu and Akinci were there to retrieve as many concessions from the Greek side as possible! Exacerbated by the Turkish minister’s dishonorable and cunning attitude, the UN-Secretary pressed him to stop beating around the bush and put Ankara’s proposals on the table and in writing. It was then that Cavusoglu got offended and threw a tantrum including another bombshell half-hour before all collapsed. He announced in not so many words that: “with or without an agreement, the Turkish troops will never be withdrawn from Cyprus” and neither would Turkey abandon “the right to intervene in the island”. If that was the Turkish position and red lines, then why go through the travesty of negotiating at all with such people? Everyone at the conference was utterly shocked by Cavusoglu’s revelation on the two most important and critical issues of the negotiations. They finally recognized that Turkey never meant a single word spoken at the negotiating table but rather was playing for time in a shameful Ottoman game of political deception.

Only Nicos Kotzias the Greek Foreign Minister smelled the stench of Mevlut Cavusoglu’s devious intentions. Kotzias had the balls and the foresight to speak out against the Turkish Minister’s devious behaviour and dubious remarks; remarks spoken with a forked tongue – there was no love lost between the two!

After ten days and a 15-hour session of non-stop negotiations UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced at 3am that he was “deeply sorry to inform that despite very strong commitment and the engagement of all parties…the conference on Cyprus was closed without an agreement being reached” and then he went on to wish the “best for all the Cypriots in north and south Cyprus”.

The Anastasiades team seemed quite prepared to make further concessions in exchange for a negotiated BBF solution. In the spirit of goodwill the President ignored the danger signs written on the wall and failed miserably to anticipate (or refused to accept) the obvious. Over optimistic and gullible the Cyprus team continued trusting that Turkey would change its behaviour and act honorably.

As a seasoned diplomat, the UN Secretary-General stopped short of actually blaming Turkey for the collapse of the UN conference but ironically, he went on to admit the presence of two separate states – North and South Cyprus! Those words could now end up becoming an established term of a permanent partition of Cyprus under occupation.

They dismissed the idea that a chameleon never reveals its true colours. Instead, they chose to behave as good Europeans and good Samaritans acting as obedient “good little boys and girls”. Everyone knows what happens to both! They ignore the one critical rule known to all – that shaking a hand with Turkey one soon discovers a couple of one’s fingers missing.

As for the President and his team, reality had suddenly dawned on them! How could they be so wrong about their Turkish Cypriot compatriots after so many years of negotiations with them? They recognized that Akinci was not the well-meaning man Anastasiades had befriended and he helped to elevate his status to presidential prominence – albeit unofficial. After two years the on-off negotiations between the two “friends” finally came to an inglorious end and they went their ways. No one but Turkey is any the wiser for what the future holds!

Meanwhile during the negotiations, not a single mention of the Republic of Cyprus was made. It was as if it never existed. For all intents and purposes the talks concentrated on establishing a New Cyprus between the “two communities” on a power-sharing formula of a non-existent mythological “federation”. It was as if Anastasiades had forgotten that the people elected him as the President of the Republic and not a “community leader” as the UN, the EU and others presented him in the interests of the negotiations as not to offend Turkey and the Turkish Cypriots. What a bloody mess! Turkey – as predicted – never had any intention of negotiating seriously and its presence at Crans–Montana was nothing less than window dressing and a PR exercise, knowing the world would be watching. This was a calculated move to pave the way forward and ultimately take possession of the entire occupied area.

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In such a situation, people with a sense of dignity often resign as a matter of honour for failing their duty. No matter how one sweetens the end result, the Anastasiades team has been outsmarted by Turkey’s well-thought strategy forged before their arrival in Switzerland! There are no greys in negotiations but simply “failure” or “success” and the talks in Switzerland have failed for the third time in the past six months. That’s not a sign of success but a sign of political incompetence! The honorable thing to do now is for the President to resign in a dignified manner. To be continued next month

Stock Market Bubbles by Mrs. Vivian Nagel, MCSI

What is a bubble?

The word is used in stock market parlance to describe a booming market that could be ready to burst. Basically certain asset prices become too inflated and thus unsustainable. Investors who decide that prices have become too expensive start to sell and consequently a crash ensues. There is usually good reason why certain assets go up in price so much. Investors believe that the asset/ sector is likely to increase in price; momentum takes over and as prices take off caution goes out of the window as the sheep mentality of following the herd takes hold. Retail investors are usually the last ones to pile in. At this point there may be an increase in IPOs and P/E ratios often become ridiculously high. Not long after this, experienced investors will start taking profits, others follow and the price begins to fall. Panic sets in and the fall becomes a crash or bust. This can be evidenced by the Dotcom boom and bust of 1999. Strong demand for new technology companies which was in a massive growth phase pushed the market to crazy highs. It was a time of wild speculation during which many internet companies were founded but many failed. On March 10, 2000, the NASDAQ reached a high of 5,132.52, having risen over 85% in 1999; it then fell 78% over the next 2.5 years.

If you wish to learn more about the above or wish to reevaluate your portfolio please contact me. Mrs. Vivian Nagel, MCSI Elgin AMC Ltd, Mobile 99579149 Fax: + 357 22 455626 Email: v.nagel@elginamc.com Website www.elginamc.com Elgin is a trade name of Numisma Capital Ltd which is authorised and regulated by CySEC (License Number 122/10) [italic paragraph] Opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not constitute financial advice in any way

Between 1995 and 2000 the NASDAQ rose from 1,000 to 5,000

How can you predict a bubble?

Many pundits try to predict a bubble some are successful at preempting certain ones but there is no proven formula. Here are some possible indicators: • Valuations are very high versus fundamentals. • Retail investors are piling into the market. • Investors are complacent or greedy (Possibly the case now with little or no return on cash) • Investors become over-exposed to stock markets (take greater risk) • There is excessive leveraging (borrowing) • Technical data contradicts sentiment. Even with more obvious signs it is difficult to estimate when a market will crash. Markets can remain overpriced for years before they eventually fall.

How can you safeguard your portfolio from the effects of a crash?

Bubbles are inevitable when you invest over the long term. History suggests that most investors are better off riding out the downturns rather than trying to avoid them or worse selling once they have fallen. Investors who know they will require money from their portfolio in the short to medium term or those who just cannot tolerate large falls in the paper value of the portfolio may wish to revise their asset allocation, take profits and reduce risk if they are concerned about a possible bubble. This may have a negative impact on returns but any missed growth should be viewed as the insurance premium of protecting the portfolio in the event of a nasty downturn. grapevine | your local community meeting place | august 2017 issue

Discover a hidden gem in Latchi Enjoy a Well-Earned Break Most of us have visited Latchi… well-known as one of the prettiest villages in Cyprus with its harbour side, restaurants, and its mile-long stretch of uncrowded beach. Latchi is an area of outstanding natural beauty, with over 50 wellsignposted nature trails. The newly completed Caprice Spa Resort is situated by the sea, just 1.5km past the harbour. All the spacious apartments have a balcony and are air-conditioned. The décor is modern and stylish, and there is also a kitchenette with fridge, oven, toaster & kettle. Several apartments have their own private pool or outdoor Jacuzzi/hot tub. The resort boasts many facilities including outdoor pool with bar, heated indoor pool, restaurant & snack bar, daily maid service, free wi-fi, and a Spa & Wellness Centre which includes a Dead Sea Salt pool. Cyprus Living magazine has worked together with the Caprice Spa Resort on an exclusive marketing initiative aimed at making local residents aware of this fantastic new resort. We want you to help us spread the word, so we have designed this package just for you… This offer is exclusive to readers of Cyprus Living and Grapevine magazines

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Maggie’s Beauty Tip Maggie’s beauty tip Smart Summer Style for the Office Getting dressed during the hottest days of the year is hard enough without also having to worry about looking presentable in the office. Use easy to throw-on dresses or mix and match separates. Many workplaces now adopt a casual dress code, giving you more flexibility when choosing what to wear to work. However, even if your workplace is far from formal, it is still advisable to keep an element of professionalism about your look. Whilst flip flops might be comfortable and cool, they’re certainly not smart or stylish. Instead, opt for a pair of closed-toe sling backs that will work with trousers as well as dresses/skirts. When it comes to footwear for work we recommend adopting this simple rule; either show your toes or your heels, but never both! Long sleeves aren’t practical in the Summer but you may want to consider light layers if you work in an air conditioned environment. Vest tops are best saved for the weekend however sleeveless blouses look elegant and stylish when paired with skirts or trousers. Possibly one of the trickiest areas to navigate when dressing for work in the Summer is what to do about your legs! If you’re wearing a skirt or dress then flesh coloured tights may be required, especially if your office has air conditioning; if not, then perhaps a little tinted body cream to give your pins a little colour if you don’t have a tan. If you prefer not to show your legs, even in the warm weather, then you may want to try layering your dresses over leggings or opting for loose, lightweight trousers worn with heels instead. Maggie Wright, Colour Me Beautiful 99318477. 10% off a colour consultation for Grapevine readers.

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Club News Shogun Short Mat Bowling

The recent hot weather has not deterred our hardy members - the turn out for our roll-ups has been very good. This has partly been achieved by the introduction of several new members in the last few weeks - we extend a warm welcome to them and hope they continue to enjoy Short Mat Bowls. Shogun is a small friendly club and we are always on the look-out for new players. For newcomers to the sport we have a selection of bowls which can be borrowed until you find the right ones for you and if you have never played before, excellent tuition is on hand to get you started. If you are of a competitive nature we run internal competitions, participate in the National Ten’s League and the National Competition. However, if you just want to come along and enjoy a leisurely roll-up then that is just what you can do. No pressure to join in the competitions but you may be ‘encouraged’ to do so. At the end of the day it is your choice completely! During the summer we meet twice a week - Tuesdays and Thursdays. The meeting time is 9.30am for a 9.45am start. In winter we add an extra day which is Sunday. You will find us at the Shogun Karate Club which is along the main road in Emba. There is no membership fee - just pay as you play. The roll-up usually finishes about 1.00pm but there is a break in between where coffee, tea or a soft drink and a biscuit are available. If you strike it lucky it may be a member’s birthday in which case a slice of birthday cake may be on offer! Just recently it was Catherine’s birthday and the cake she supplied was delicious. Thank you Catherine and hope you had a Happy Birthday. It’s good to see Rev back on the mats having recovered from his hip operation. Back to his normal sprightly self. Welcome back Rev.

On Wednesday 28th June, Shogun were invited to the newly formed Short Mat Bowling Club in Polis for a friendly roll-up. Twelve Shogun members attended and enjoyed a great morning of bowls. It was good to see the new club flourishing and how far they have come in a short time. Congratulations to Ray and all his helpers and we wish them success for the future. After the roll-up we joined together for an excellent lunch at the nearby Pantellis Taverna. Although it may seem a long way off to our Charity Day in November, plans are already underway for this event. Local charities will benefit from this occasion and we would welcome any contributions in the way of raffle prizes or items for the Tombola stall. Anything you may have can be left at the club on our playing days as mentioned above. Many thanks. If you would like to find out more about our club, please contact Malcolm French Tel: 99077165/26652981 Danny McLaren Tel: 99763824/26652715 or visit our website: www. shogunshortmatbowls.com

Paphos Classic Vehicle Club Paphos Classic Vehicle Club is a group of people who either own or appreciate classic vehicles and enjoy getting together using and discussing them. We usually hold our monthly Socials at the Ayios Epiphanios Taverna in Anarita on the third Saturday of the month at 16.00 pm. On the 24th & 25th of June saw club members taking part in a two day International Regularity Rally organized by the Classic Car Museum in Limassol. The first day was a drive from the museum through the countryside to the Town Hall in Paphos where all competitors were met by the Lord Mayor. The second day after a skills test at the Municipal beach car park in Kato Paphos which consisted of driving against the clock around a set route in and out of imaginary garage parking to a finish line. We then set off on a route to end

at the lovely small village of Doros in the Limassol district where we were welcomed by the Muktar and had a traditional Sunday lunch with prize giving in a shaded area in the village square, a well organized and fun event. On the 1st July we drove our classic cars to a show in Limassol organised by the LEPAL Classic car club where a great selection of cars were on display to the public, some of which had not been seen before. One of our club members John who has a classic Morris Minor Police car led us in convoy through Limassol with siren and blue flashing light turned on; this was amusing to us and the on lookers. Later that day John and another club member posed for the accompanying photograph. Congratulations to Colin our Chairman who

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came first in Show with his Jaguar. Our next show will be at Happy Valley, Epskopi on Saturday 23rd September. Happy Motoring! For further information on our activities, visit our Website/Facebook or contact the number below. Contact us on Email: pcvccyprus@gmail. com Tel: 99046466 or view our Facebook page: PaphosClassicVehicleClub. Website: www.paphosclassicvehicle.com for regular updates and details of events.

Peggy’s Garden Cafe & Deli The Ist April this year saw the opening of Peggy’s Garden Cafe & Deli in the heart of Peyia village, this beautiful Cypriot family home and garden is in the capable hands of two ladies Gina Ghillyer and Philippa Herodotou, both passionate foodies who have brought a wealth of experience to this business. Peggy’s has become well known locally for providing high quality food and service. A fantastic ‘authentic’ delicatessen with Gina at the helm offers a variety of international hams, cheeses, salamis and pâtés to complement this delightful cafe. You can also purchase fresh clotted cream, crème fraiche, fromage frais and for those watching their weight Muller Light Yoghurts from the deli. A range of Dr Schar gluten free products are available. The cafe menu includes quality platters, sandwiches made with hand-made white or wholemeal ciabattas and fresh healthy salads. Philippa bakes almost everything herself and has now added savoury bakes and sausage rolls to her ‘to die for’ calorie loaded cakes, muffins, scones and confectionary, figure friendly options are available to order. Illy

coffees, a selection of fine teas & smoothies are served but if you fancy something stronger good quality International wines & local bottled beers are available. Local artists display their paintings at the cafe and they are all available to buy with some of the proceeds going to chosen charities. Peggy’s is no longer just a daytime venue it is now open in the evening. You can experience a relaxing balmy evening in the beautiful, peaceful, fruit & flower garden, with its soft focus lighting & background music, whilst enjoying delicious anti pasti , cheese platters, and desserts. Over the summer Gina & Philippa have a few evening charity events planned, the first one being on Wednesday 9th August entitled “Sax under the Stars” - this event is already sold out but details of future evening events can be found on Facebook Gina & Philippa look forward to welcoming you. Peggy’s Garden Cafe & Deli, 1 Chrysomilias Street, Peyia. For more information, Tel: 96780211 Facebook: peggyspeyia

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Noticeboard Chris Andre Weds 16th Aug from 7.30pm at the Hole in the Wall bar, Coral Bay. A truly wonderful and gifted guitar, fiddle and bouzouki player. Guaranteed a brilliant night of great music. EVERY WEDNESDAY Tel: 26955922 Tropical Paradise Pool Party The Kamares Club on Thur 17th Aug. Hawaiian tropical theme. Bar opens 7pm. BBQ buffet served at 7.15pm. Entertainment by Mark Gregory.Tickets €21.50 (incl welcome tropical drink) - children under 12 €10. For tickets & table reservations, call 26880576 or at Kamares Club Reception, payment for tickets please by 15th Aug Searay’s Cafe/Bar Fri 18th Aug Chris King & The Firebirds. Food served from 6pm, show starts at 8pm, €20 per person. Tickets available from Searays or call Rachel to reserve 99617415 ‘The Blues Brothers’ Tues 22nd Aug. Andi Hobbs & A.J. Vickers perform their fantastic tribute show. From 7.30pm at the Hole in the Wall bar, Coral Bay. EVERY TUESDAY Tel: 26955922 Polis Herb Garden Farmers & Crafters Market Next to the museum. Friday 25th Aug 5pm-9pm. Exclusively handmade and handcrafted. For details or to book, call Simona on 97836005 or find us on Facebook. Searay’s Cafe/Bar Sat 2nd Sept The Blues Brothers 2pm-5pm. For more info contact Rachel 99617415 Summer Ball in aid of Paphos Kidney Association Sat 9th Sept at Palio Elektriki at 7pm. Welcome drink, seasonal buffet, music by Blue Jar. €25 pp. For booking & info, contact Caroline on caro@spidernet.com.cy or 26911641 Kendall Events Tributes in Sept - Rod Stewart 9th Pissouri Amphitheatre & 10th Tala Amphitheatre. Take That 22nd Pissouri Amhitheatre, 23rd & 24th Tala Amphitheatre. For ticket outlets or more info, call 96818066 or visit www.kendallevents.com Car Boot Sale second Sunday every month At Swanky Wags, next date 10th Sept. Tel: 96325877 Annual PAWS Raft Race in aid of PAWS Dog Shelter. Saturday 17th Sept. Bonamare Beach, Timi. A fun event for everyone. Contact Sue 99320631 or Jen 99921763 for further info Craft Fayre last Saturday of every month At Swanky Wags - 10am-2pm. Next date 30th Sept Tel: 96325877 Timi Market - Every Sunday 7am-1pm. For more info, call 99611637 PARC Fun Quiz Night Held on 1st Tuesday of month. 7.30pm start & €5 entry. At Coral Star Restaurant (full bar & food available). Try your luck at Find the Lady. Call Fiona 96589430 for more details or to book your team. Swanky Wags fortnightly Charity Quiz. For more information, see Facebook or call 96325877 Paphos Folk Club Folk Night at Phoenix Social Club Thu 7th Sep & Thu 5th Oct, 8pm11pm. €2 to non Phoenix members. Tel: 26273076 or 99908241 Kendall Events - September shows: A tribute to Rod Stewart and Re-Take That are back. For more info, visit www.kendallevents.com or call 96818066 Cancer Patients Support Group Paphos Recently been diagnosed with cancer. Worried? Scared? Don’t know what to do? Call our confidential Helpline 97760989 Mon-Fri 9am1pm www.cancerpatientsupport.net

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Cyprus Samaritans Provides emotional support to people experiencing grief, distress or despair. Call Freephone 8000 7773 between 4pm-midnight every day or email confidential@cyprussamaritans.org What’s New Pussycat Fundraising for the Tala Monastery Cats. Check out our new website www.whatsnewpussycatshop.com for latest offers and follow us on Facebook PPDS Paphos Private Dogs Sanctuary We need your help. Furniture and house clearance items required for our charity shop. Any items will help. Please call Paula 96037435 UKCA Bridge Group Duplicate Bridge held every Tuesday morning at 8.30am for 9.00 am start at UKCA. No partner needed. Contact 99157301 Paphos Bereavement Support Group - saying goodbye If you have suffered a death either recently or in the past, you are welcome to come along to support group. You can listen and/or share your feelings with other bereaved people in a safe and confidential environment. The group meets on the 1st Monday of each month from 2pm-4pm at the Cyprus Samaritans Centre, Chloraka (near Papantoniou). Individual counsellor meetings can also be arranged. For further info, call Sally 99312662 Scottish Country Dancing Re-starting after Summer break – Tuesday 12th September. More information at www.paphosstandrewsociety.org or call David 99010059 or Janine 97715679 The Paphos Writers Group Meet every Thursday morning 10am-12pm top floor at Neo’s, Coral Bay. If you are interested in writing as a hobby, contact Nikki, our secretary, on 99012601 or see our website www.paphoswritersgroup. com Paphos Amateur Radio Club We meet on the third Thursday of every month at DT’s Bar, Tombs of the Kings road (near Lidl), 19:00- 19:30hrs. Weekly Chat Net on 145.750 every Wednesday at 19:30hrs. Visitors are most welcome and events include field days, junk sales, quizzes and fox-hunt. For further details, contact Richard - 5B4AJG - Tel: 97857891 Email: 5b4ajg@ gmail.com Duplicate Bridge Held every Tuesday & Thursday at 6.30pm, at the Fantasia Club. Contact 99157301 or website www.bridgewebs.com/ paphosbridgeclub British Guides in Cyprus We belong to UK Girlguiding and follow the same exciting programme of activities, challenges and badge work. The Units meet on Wednesdays at the Latin Community Hall, Tombs of the Kings Road., Paphos. Rainbows aged 5-7 years meet at 3.30pm-4.45pm, Brownies aged 7-10 years 5pm-6.30pm and Guides 10-14 years from 6pm-8pm. Come and join us for friendship and FUN. Please contact Gwyneth Green on 96395297 for more info. Trefoil Guild - Cyprus Branch Trefoil Guild is a branch of UK Girlguiding with over 20,000 members in the UK and was established to support and help Girl Guiding Units. In 2011 our Cyprus Guild was formed with the same aims and objectives to support the British Guides in Cyprus by fund raising and helping at events. As well as providing assistance for our local Guiding Units our group offers friendship, social activities and adventures. Whether or not you were involved in Guiding, please come and join us. For further info, call Michele Cook on 99172549 or visit www.trefoilguild.co.uk

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