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SEM REGION
SOUTHERN EUROPE & MEDITERR ANI AN REGION
AN SEM MEETING ON THE ROCK By NICHOLAS GOMEZ, SEM Chairman 2021-2022
BROTHERS, I write to tell you of the Southern Europe and Mediterranean Region's meeting which is taking place between the 22nd and the 26th June in my home town of Gibraltar! I set out last year to stand as chairman for the SEM region, and one factor behind this was that we are hosting the SEM meeting for the first time in more than 25 years. So, what's happening, and why should you register? Firstly, a little bit of background to Gibraltar. Gibraltar is located at the southernmost tip of Spain and at the entrance to the Mediterranean. The weather for late June will be between 25 – 30 degrees. It is perfect beach weather! We may hold the record for having the most bars/pubs per square kilometre than anywhere else globally, and to top it off, alcohol is cheap. Gibraltar has deep routed military and cultural history, much of which is still visible today, for example, the Moorish Castle, which is more than 700 years old and has unique limestone caves! We are also known for having the only wild monkey population in Europe – macaques – which is the theme of the special and limited issue event pin that will be available to attendees. Secondly, what's happening? I am pleased to announce that our most famous tabling product, Chris Gabay (you may recognise him from international travels over the last decade – and most recently as a Sergeant at Arms at the HYM in Marrakech) will be heading the Pre-Tour. Chris has arranged a two-day pre-tour, which involves a tour of the rock of Gibraltar and the limestone caves, enjoying beaches in the surrounding area, a dolphin safari, and either surfing lessons or go-karting. In short, a perfect start to your summer holidays! As of Friday, the SEM event starts with registration and the councillor's meeting, followed by an evening on the town with your Gibraltarian brothers in Table. On Saturday, the SEM Meeting takes place at the University of Gibraltar, located at the southernmost end and with great views of the Mediterranean and Morocco! After the banner exchange and lunch, I have arranged for a special Chairman's Texas Hold 'em poker tournament. This is a limited space event. The money used
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for the buy-ins will be donated to a charity chosen by Round Table Gibraltar. The winner receives a prize together with some Round Table Gibraltar items. Where can you register? Here – www.sem2022.com I look forward to seeing as many of my brothers and sisters as possible in Gibraltar. I know that the team will look after you!
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Yours in table
Nicholas Gomez semchairman@round-table.org
