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December 2015/ Issue 31
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Dear Readers and Supporters, That´s it then, the last month of the year, how this year has flown by. I have thoroughly enjoyed this year, and met some fantastic people during my travels with The Directory. So I will take this opportunity to send out a big thank you to all of you that pick up The Directory each month, those that send me messages, those who enter the competitions and of course to all the advertisers who choose The Directory as their advertising choice. This month there are details of Christmas and New Year festivities, local services and great articles to read. Everything is easy to find in the alphabetical order of business categories.
CONTENTS A-Z Business Directory with Articles and advertisers offers Cocktail of the Month
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If you are a business and would like to be seen in 2016 then get in touch before the 16th December (take a look in the green box for all the contact details).
What´s On and more ... !
Recipe Puzzle Pages Sports on TV
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ACTIVITIES
ADVERTISING
AIR CONDITIONING
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ALARM SYSTEMS
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ANIMAL RESCUE
BEAUTY SALONS
AWNINGS
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BEDS / BED LINEN
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BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
CHIMNEY SWEEP
Chimney Care have offered a full chimney sweeping, maintenance and installation service for over 9 years, covering all areas of the Costa del Sol. It is important to have your chimney inspected and cleaned regularly to prevent a build up of dangerous resins and debris in your chimney to avoid the risk of blockages that may cause chimney fires and to improve the performance of your fire. We offer a professional, reliable and clean service, using traditional chimney cleaning methods and a mix of rods, brushes and industrial vacuums that cater for all types and sizes of fires and lining. In addition to inspecting, cleaning and testing your fire, we also offer
additional services such as fire installation, replacement of chimney linings and installation of mesh at the top of your chimney stack to prevent birds nesting or rodent infestation. See advert above for contact details.
COMPUTER SUPPLIES
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CURRENCY TRANSFERS
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CUDECA (CANCER CARE)
DRAINS
DENTISTS
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EMPLOYMENT
FUNERAL SERVICES
FRAMES
FURNITURE AND FURNISHINGS
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FURNITURE AND FURNISHINGS
GARDEN CENTRE
HAIRDRESSERS
HEALTH FOOD SHOP
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HEATING SYSTEMS
Redwell Infrared Heating Systems - Celebrating 10 years in Spain! The energy saving, healthy and stylish heating solutions from Redwell have been convincing, during the last 10 years, hundreds of clients on the Costa del Sol and in other parts of Spain. The Austrian manufacturer has developed efficient and energy saving heating systems for more than 15 years. Continuous research in co-operation with universities guarantees an outstanding product quality and the latest technology. The Infrared Heaters from Redwell offer the highest quality in unique designs - and they come with 7,5 years vendor warranty! In comparison to conventional heaters, infrared waves don’t heat the air, but do heat people, walls and furniture. The walls remain dry and mould has no chance to spread. Another advantage is that the air does not circulate; therefore no dust is lifted up into the air. Rheumatoid, Asthmatic patients & Allergy sufferers benefit greatly!
NEW - Combine your heating panel with LED light
Redwell in Spain offers now also high quality LED light solutions for the infrared heating panels. Whether your heating panel is installed on the wall or on the ceiling there is a solution to illuminate it in the right way. This is also an expansion if you already have an infrared heating at home. Redwell® Infrared Heaters offer the best benefits: Energy savings, high comfort, healthy indoor Illuminated heating panel on environment and NO maintenance costs! the ceiling Contact us or visit the exhibition in our shop! See advert below!
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HEATING SYSTEMS
INSURANCE
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INTERNET PROVIDERS Internet is an important part of most people´s lives; email, phones, TV, Kindles, Play Stations...the list of devices that require internet is endless. Techno-Vision have heard every internet complaint known to mankind.... with that in mind, they set out to find a solid solution to the internet problems their customers were facing. The 3G/4G Unlimited Internet they offer works all over Spain receiving download speeds up to 70mbps. It has been tested for 12 months with Techno Vision´s systems and they are very happy with the results, even in campo areas. The router gives out a wireless signal throughout your home and comes with 4 LAN ports to allow cabled connections. Home plugs can be used to send the signal to another room without the necessity of a cable. It is available on a 12 month, 6 month or 3 month contract and there is full technical support in English, should you require it. It is also possible to arrange a 2 day trial to test the service before committing to it, a handy and flexible added bonus. So, if you are tired of slow or intermittent Internet connections, high data charges or low download speeds, give Techno-Vision a call on 952 520 946 and find out more today.
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LAWYERS (ABOGADOS)
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MECHANICS
Talleres Simon would like to wish all
their clients and future clients a very happy christmas and a happy new year. There are some changes to their opening hours in December. They are open 9 until 6 Monday to Thursdays and Fridays until 4pm. With the exception of the following dates: Monday 21st, to Wednesday 23rd inclusive open 9.00am - 2.00pm Thursday 24th, Friday 25th and Monday 28th they are closed Tue 29th to Thursday 31st inclusive open 9.00am - 2.00pm Fri 1st, Monday 4th to Wednesday 6th inclusive they are closed. Thursday 7th and Friday 8th 9.00am 2.00pm.
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MOBILITY EQUIPMENT
PERSIANAS (ROLLER SHUTTERS)
PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK
PHOTOGRAPHY
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PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK Celebrating their first birthday at the beginning of last month, Yankies in Torre del Mar had a great first year and is ready to start the second year with lots of exciting dishes to choose from. John the owner of Yankies had been planning for 3 years before opening, buying American memorabilia and even having some items made especially. Johns family is American and his favourite baseball team is Yankees. John has successfully bought a taste of American to Torre del Mar with quality products and all meat is 100% pure beef, or 100% pure chicken and is great for gluten free diets! Only 5 minutes from El Ingenio shopping centre, your kids will enjoy a trip to Yankies with kids´ meals, a great choice of soft drinks and colouring sheets to keep them entertained. They also have a chance to win a giant lollipop every month for all sheets coloured and handed in, just keep an eye out on the Facebook page to see if you are a winner. Kids´ parties are a great hit at Yankies, and you can have your superhero great you. You and or your children can also take a ´selfie´picture whilst you are at Yankies, post it on Facebook, tag Yankies and be in for a chance to win a 5€ voucher
towards a meal for 2 and a free draught Budweiser (excludes any other offers). The dishes at Yankies are huge and many are ideal to share for example the Route 66 is designed for 2 but could satisfy 3 or 4. Salads are fresh and tasty and you can get burgers, ribs, pastas and salads. American style roast chicken is delicious and you will never have tasted food like this on the Costa! Yankies is unique and does not try and compete with any other restaurant; Yankies is an experience with lots of products imported to get that great American taste! All year Yankies have been running the Rocky Concurso competition. The final is on the 23rd December, so if you would like to be entered into the draw to win tickets for 2 to Florida, take part by buying a Skyscraper burger and consume in the fastest time possible! Opening times during the winter months are closed Monday & Tuesdays (except puentes and fiestas) Open Wednesdays & Thursday evenings from 5pm and from 12 mid-day Friday, Saturday and Sundays. See their main advert on the inside front cover of this months issue for more details.
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Have you visited 1st Flammkuchen - House, Burriana Beach in Nerja? They are the first restaurant of this type in Spain serving delicious Alsacian tarte flambe the base is thin, crispy and yeast free and very light to eat, there are 28 different toppings to choose from. 1st Flammkuchen House is open all day from 9.30 for breakfast from full english, lunch and through to dinner, there is plenty on the menu from sandwiches to burgers and salads as well. On the 1st December they will start serving on Friday and Saturdays a meat fondue (pork, beef, chicken) with salad, bread and 4 diferent sauces to choose from for 19.90â‚Ź per person. Reservations required. Also new in December are Sunday Roast lunches/ dinners served from 1 until 5pm and again 6.30 until 9.30pm. roast beef includes 1 glass of wine 10.90â‚Ź. Call 952 52 8207 to make your reservation. The DIRECTORY an easy to use, easy to find A-Z of businesses in your area and more!
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THIS MONTH´S COCKTAIL Between the Decks
After just finished a relaxing cruise this month we were inspired by this fabulous cocktail. It’s a long refreshing drink ideal for enjoying on our warm and sunny Spanish afternoons or maybe a cheeky one after that Christmas shopping. You will need 75 ml London Dry Gin (Plymouth is our choice) 30 ml Fresh Orange Juice 30 ml Cranberry Juice 15 ml Fresh Lime Juice 8 ml Sugar Syrup Place all ingredients into your shaker, and shake until cold. Stain into an ice filled Collins glass and garnish with pineapple, mint and a cherry. We will be open throughout the Christmas and New Year period daily from 3pm (Check boards for Christmas hours) Also we still have spaces for our Christmas Day Lunch, menu available in the bar,email us or checkout our Facebook Page. The DIRECTORY In print, online, social media and on the move ... we´ve got it covered!
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PRINTING SERVICES
PROPERTY FOR SALE
PROPERTY SURVEYORS
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REAL ESTATE GUIDE SUNSET PROPERTIES SPAIN
Tel: 618 295 063 / 951 067 711 Website: www.sunsetproperties-spain.com At Sunset Properties Spain we offer a friendly, reliable, professional and proactive service covering the whole of the Axarquía region. Our website is easy to use and always up to date and our property descriptions are comprehensive. Our ethos is all about customer service, for sellers as well as buyers. If you market your property with us we won’t forget you after the first few months!
COMPETA PROPERTIES S.L.
Avenida Sayalonga 24b, Competa Tel 952 516 107 Avenida Constitucion 37B, Competa Tel 952 553 589 Plz de la Constitucion 4, Bajo, Torrox Pueblo Tel 952 538 337
Website: www.competaproperties.com Competa Properties S.L. have three offices and a team of dedicated, multinational staff to help you sell, purchase, rent or maintain your property. We offer our depth of experience and the knowledge that you will always come first with us.
SERGIO FERNÁNDEZ PROPERTIES
Avda. Constitución, 24-B, 29754 Cómpeta Tel: (0034) 952 516 753 / 676 512 206 Website: www.sergiofernandezproperties.com Can’t find the perfect property? Contact us today and we will find it! Can’t sell the perfect property? Contact us and we will sell it! Everything you need for your property: buying, selling, maintaining or designing. Contact us today. A fresh new approach, years of experience!
SPANISH MANAGEMENT
Calle Pizzaras 40 Vinuela (next to the Farmacia) Tel: (0034) 666 135 516 or (0034)650 702 258 Website: www.spanishmanagement.com Spanish Management is a friendly, focused business with many years experience, offering a complete property service of sales/rentals (always over 200 properties on the books!) and personalised management services. In partnership with a building and plumbing company who will be delighted to quote you for any job big or small. Visit the offices in Viñuela and be assured of a warm welcome! English and Spanish spoken.
TAURUS REAL ESTATE Avda. de la Constitucion, 31. Competa Tel: 952 535 043 / 952 516 633 Website: www.taurusrealestate.com Taurus Real Estate are a friendly, high quality estate agents covering Competa and surrounding areas. An independent English estate agent with a wealth of knowledge and experience of the local areas & customs. Join us and turn your property dreams into reality. The DIRECTORY an easy to use, easy to find A-Z of businesses in your area and more!
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RADIO STATIONS
F O PRO Tel: 632 387 028
SECOND HAND STORES
SIGNS
STAIRLIFTS
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SWIMMING POOLS / SPAS
SWIMMING POOLS
TRAVEL AGENCY
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T-SHIRT PRINTING
VIDEO
WEBSITE DESIGN
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WELLBEING
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Happiness & Wellbeing We all more or less have our own concept of where to find happiness, some people measure their happiness by how much money they have, others by whether they have food for the day and somewhere to sleep. Keep in mind that being happy and feeling happy is not necessarily the same thing. A pill or drug that alters our state of mind may make us feel happy temporarily. However happiness, or wellbeing, thus seem to have completely opposite aspects. The irresponsible getting away from it all, and the other by having control over our lives and our health, with the support, safety and security from our loved ones. Happiness and wellbeing is never the absence of illness, the illusion of love or the lack of scary elements or events in our environment. Although almost totally innate, real wellbeing has to do with the real thing. Knowing who we are, having a purpose in life and being certain that we are getting wherever we want to go, regardless of age. The famous psychologist Martin Seligman describes
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it as having a pleasant, engaged or a meaningful life. Amazingly, even by just deciding to improve those aspect, we improve our lives. By concentrating on things we like and are good at doing. Life can be greatly improved by not brooding over things out of reach, or on the ailments of a mistreated body. A fanatic music fan may grumble that his expensive music equipment can´t do certain things instead of enjoying the fantastic music that it can reproduce.
In the futil hope of getting help and support, we often talk hours on end about how unwell or unhappy we feel, about illness we have, have had or fear having in the future. Happiness and wellbeing is not out there to be found. If you get more money than you need, a fancier car or a more beautiful wife or husband. It is in you and in that which you know. A good start is improving your health. Something can always be done.
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WINDOW CLEANERS
WINDOWS & DOORS
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A gorgeous November day in Nerja. Thank you to everyone who sent in photos throughout the year to capture a month in the Axarquia. The DIRECTORY In print, online, social media and on the move ... we´ve got it covered!
BUSINESS MATTERS
BUSINESS MATTERS Advertising - Is it working for me? At the end of this month, one small business will deliver roughly 1,829,256,297 parcels, travelling 316,899,308 miles in one night, at an average speed of 1,800 miles per second, and he does NO advertising of his own but relies upon others to do it for him. Is his advertising working for him? You bet it is!!
And how much advertising of your business have you done in the last year? And is it working for you? You probably have no idea!! Each month a nice person from a local newspaper or magazine calls you on the phone & asks if you want to advertise in their publication. For reasons only known to you, you make your decision and then get back to doing what you were doing before the telephone rang. But do you ever do anything to measure if your current advertising choice has worked? • How many of your customers come to you and say that they saw your advert in newspaper or magazine? • How many times do you ask your customers how they came to hear about you? • How many times do you check the advert that you have paid for to see if it is correct? • If you did, you might notice that in October, your advert was still advertising your special Easter 2015 menu!! • How much have you spent this last year on advertising, and what return have you got on that spending? I recently read an article in a local newspaper, which was looking at attitudes of small business owners in the ‘Costa community’ It said that – “In the Costa (business) community there is an ‘I don’t need anyone to teach me how to run my business’. So, I ask you again – is your advertising working for you? Are you ‘Putting Your Business in Front of the Right People’ through your advertising? Merry Christmas!! Contact Image & Profile to help with marketing your business.. email: office@imageandprofile.com or Telephone – 952 516 152 The DIRECTORY an easy to use, easy to find A-Z of businesses in your area and more!
Currency News With recent tragic events in Paris, investors became increasingly nervous of the potential ´ripple´ effect across the Eurozone & coupled with the lockdown in Brussels, Sterling looks set to maintain it´s recent gains to just short of 1.43. In particular, over 2 billion euros was wiped off the value of European tourism & leisure companies, coupled with lower than expected Eurozone growth figures (-0.3% for the bloc as a whole). Industry insiders are becoming ever more confident that by the end of 2016 we can expect to see sterling/ euro at the 1.50 range. Whilst not good for UK exporters, rates of around 1.43 and higher are great news for those of us bringing money into Spain, particularly those who rely on pensions, salaries, etc. and need to transfer funds on a regular basis. Getting back to our nemesis, Greece (!), it was noted that she has just failed to meet another bailout repayment & it´s creditors have yet again had to reluctantly agree to an extension of the deadline for additional funding. The country´s debt to GDP now stands at a staggering 180%. Surely a recapitalisation of Greek Banks is now inevitable if the economy is to survive? I have mentioned before the return of buyers to Spain and the increasing number of enquiries from wouldbe purchasers. Whilst this at present remains sporadic with regards to location, to give you some idea of the long-term potential impact on prices for wherever you live, La Cala de Mijas is now is quickly closing in on many parts of Marbella when it comes to property prices. I foresee this price increase spreading east over the next two to three years. For more information call Melanie Radford at Currencies Direct. See their advert under Currency Transfers.
Legal Matters
RUNNING A BUSINESS IN SPAIN
Those of you who run medium or small businesses in Spain will be hardworkers with initiative and drive but sometimes red tape can overwhelm you, particularly if you are not familiar with the procedures and regulations. At a recent Business forum in London run by the British Chamber of Commerce in Spain the figures for new UK based businesses setting up in Spain were very encouraging. If you have an established business or are thinking of opening a business in Spain it is important to get your billing system in order. Before issuing invoices or fee notes it is wise to check your contractual agreements or payment terms are clearly set out in your terms of business or on your invoices. On the basis that prevention is better than cure a consultation with a lawyer can help to ensure you are not left with unpaid bills owed to your company. However even the best regulated businesses can still occasionally have debtors and there is an accelerated procedure for dealing with these. With the original invoice or bill a demand letter will firstly be sent by your lawyer. If this remains unpaid the lawyer can commence a monetary claim by presenting the bill in court with a power of attorney issued by the company allowing them to act. If there is no defence to the claim then execution can be sought against assets. These assets can include property, bank accounts, cars etc. Where a defence is entered there has to be a hearing and this can increase costs as if the claim is for more than 2.000€ you also have to appoint a court procurator. However your business would normally be able to recover some of the legal costs if you are successful. This applies whether you have incorporated a Spanish limited company or are working for yourself and registered as self-employed or autonomo.
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PUZZLES PAGE Crossword
Codebreaker
Down Across 1. Sartor (6) 1. Bicycle for two (6) 2. Evening (5) 3. Legal (6) 4. Make better (5) 8. Metal bar (5) 5. Asinine (7) 10. Voter (7) 6. Food store (6) 11. Choices (7) 7. Laconic (5) 12. Stingless male 9. Fish (5) bee (5) 14. Wandered (7) 13. Ire (5) 15. Accumulate (5) 16. Type of musical scale (5) 20. Entice (5) 17. Begins (6) 22. Recess (7) 18. Bet (5) 24. Let go (7) 19. Combined (6) 25. Automaton (5) 21. Path (5) 26. Riding seat (6) 23. Relating to a city (5)) 27. Repented (6)
Sudoku
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Each letter in this puzzle is represented by a number 1-26. Can you crack the code and solve the crossword? Every letter of the alphabet is used at least once. Three letters are already in place to get you started.
USEFUL INFO
Emergencies Fire Brigade: Ambulance: National Police: Guardia Civil
Sea Rescue Reporting Theft
Local Police Frigiliana: Pl. el Ingenio Frigiliana Nerja: San Miguel, Nerja Torre del Mar: Torrox: Almedina 22, Torrox
112 080 061 091 062
900 20 22 02 902 10 21 12 952 53 31 26 952 52 15 45 952 54 92 38 952 53 98 28
National Police (Torre del Mar): 952 54 20 00 Protección Civil:
952 52 48 38
Health Vélez-Málaga Hospital: 951 06 70 00 Urgencias 902 50 50 61
STREET MARKETS Monday Torrox Costa & Torrox Pueblo Tuesday Nerja Wednesday Algarrobo Costa Thursday Frigliana, Torre del Mar, VelezMalaga Saturday Competa & Caleta Sunday Nerja Car boot Sale
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WEB WORLD Does Your Small Business REALLY need a Website? If you think your business is too small or your product / service is something that can’t be sold online, you might think you don’t need a website. In this ‘Information Age’, people expect every business to have a website and sooner or later, someone’s going to type your name or business into a search engine. If they can’t find you, they can’t hire you and they will go to the person they can find: your competitor. Five reasons why you need a website? 1) You´re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 365 days a year so your chances of being found by new customers increases indefinitely. 2) It’s an affordable medium that doesn’t require a large investment and you can change and update the information as your business changes. 3) Showcase yourself and your work - whatever you do or represent, a website is a great way to show off your talents and products as well as keeping customers informed of your latest offers, promotions, news or events. 4) Increase your market reach - a website and online presence allows you to market your business online on a global scale. 5) Having a website fosters credibility and even if you get most of your business through networking and personal connections, customers still want to check out your website. People form their opinion about your website in milliseconds so make sure that yours makes a great first impression. A bad website is worse than no website, but both are bad for business. Having an online presence for your business is essential and remember, your website isn’t for you, it’s for your customers.
SPANISH CUISINE How much do you know about Spanish Cuisine, every month Tina will give you a question and answer then a receipe for that question. Question: What % of Olive Oil does Spain produce for the world. Olive oil comes in all different bottles, shades of colour, and flavours, all depending on the region from which it originates. Today we not only use Olive oil in its light, original or strong flavours but we add ingredients such as basil, chilli, garlic to give some definition to salads and dressings. Experiment yourself, add herbs or anything of your choice and leave to savour for 1 week before using. Its also good to give as a present, dressed in a fancy bottle and labelled. Answer. 44%
Tina is happy to help with your cooking dilemmas and is also available for parties etc . She does cooking for holidaymakers and clients. Recently donating a meal cooked in your own home to a local charity. Call Tina on 666 135 516 or Email officespanishmanagement@yahoo. co.uk
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Dental Health Pregnancy Gingivitis
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The increase of prolactin and oestrogen during pregnancy makes some women more susceptible to dental caries and gingivitis problems. Although we cannot avoid the increase of these hormones, the onset of oral diseases during pregnancy can be prevented with a correct oral health and a regular visit to your dentist. During pregnancy there are large changes in women at all levels; in the physical aspect, chemical and psychological. This makes the oral cavity of pregnant women more susceptible to suffer from these conditions such as gingivitis and dental decays, especially after the 3rd month of pregnancy. The increase of these hormones cause changes in the structure of the mouth tissues, increasing the blood supply suffering from a greater inflammatory reaction against external irritants. Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums that appear red, swollen and sensitive with tendency to spontaneous bleeding or by small stimuli such as chewing or brushing your teeth. If this Gingivitis is left untreated, it may progress to periodontal disease affecting bone support, partial loss of bone and tooth loss risk. It is ideal to start pregnancy with healthy mouth, with no cavities, gingivitis or other problems since these diseases may affect not only the health of the mother, but also the child’s health. The mother should make regular visits to the dentist to detect and prevent any alteration to ensure optimal oral health, although some dental interventions can be done during pregnancy since there are certain drugs and anaesthetics that can be used, but treatments that not are urgencies should be postponed.
How to survive that hectic, happy holiday season? December is a strange month… Short days, long evenings and nights and colder days, even here in Spain! There´s lots of organizing to be done, which can be fun, but is sometimes overwhelming. How do we stay focused, grounded and truthful to ourselves, and at the same time still enjoy that jolly holiday feeling? 3 yogic tips and exercises: 1. Stay focused on what you really want and what is really important. Sit down comfortably and join strong fists together in Brahma Mudra in front of your belly. This mudra (hand posture) improves concentration. Close your eyes and breathe slowly. 2. Yoga helps you to ground, to stay present, and enjoy the moment. Don´t let the craziness of others mess with your peace of mind. Virabhadrasana II: Step your right foot far back, bringing the back heel down to the floor (45 degrees). Bend the left leg so the knee is above the ankle, and open the arms in line with the shoulders. Look to the front over the left hand .Hold for a couple of minutes and root down through the feet. Don´t forget to repeat on the other side! 3. Breathe!! Whenever you feel overwhelmed, just take a few deep breaths through the nose. Try to feel grateful for whatever happens, and smile…because like everything else in life: this moment will also pass!
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WHAT´S ON
NERJA HISTORY GROUP, a group of enthusiastic amateurs who are interested in Spanish History. Every month, a talk and the following week, an excursion to a place of interest. Meetings each first Friday OctMarch, 11.30 am Cultural Centre, C/Granada, Nerja. 6€ min donation. Trip prices to be given at the meeting. Christina Sinclair, Co-ordinator Nerja History Group. Tel: 687 602 057 email: nerjahistorygroup@yahoo.com. http://www.nerjahistorygroup.es/
Nerja DFAS (Part of The National Association of Decorative & Fine Arts Societies) 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 (accredited NADFAS speakers). For November, January & March the morning after the main lecture we have a further talk in the Museo de Nerja, Plaza de Espana at 11am. For anyone interested in having fun and enjoying the Arts & Culture in all forms you will be most welcome either to join our vibrant Society or just to come along to one of our events as a visitor.nnVisit our very active website www.nerjanadfas .org or call Helen on 633 028 559 for any questions you may have and further information.
TOGS (Torrox Golf Society) Would you like a game of friendly but competitive golf every Sunday morning? TOGS (possibly the friendliest Society on the Costa) play every Sunday morning at Baviera and welcome new members, whether residents, frequent visitors or holiday makers. Our Society is made up of both male and female,various nationalities, and mixed abilities. For more information: Tel: 625 936 814 or Email our Captain George Clay torroxgolfsociety@gmail.com
NERJA 41 CLUB: Nerja 41 Club continues its search for former Round Tablers. Past members of the thousands of Round Tables throughout the world who are living East of Malaga full time or for part of the year are invited to join our local Ex Tablers Club, known as the East of Malaga or Nerja 41 Club. Nerja 41 Club meets twice a month on the first and third Thursdays. If you are an Ex Tabler come and join us for lunch with our ladies and/or a 41 Club meeting. Try our website nerja41club.org or Alfie Fornear on 626 998 626 Email: a.fornear@hotmail.com The DIRECTORY In print, online, social media and on the move ... we´ve got it covered!
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ALMIJARA BOWLS CLUB, Nerja. Resident or visiting Nerja, why not try your hand at Short Mat Bowling - the “Almijara Bowls Club at the La Raqueta Tenis, Nerja. 6 rinks to play on, tuition available. Club days on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday, to 1.30 pm. Contact David Trippas at trpps@yahoo. co.uk or 653595784 for more information.
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CLUB INTERNACIONAL DE NERJA
NOTE NEW OPENING HOURS Club Internacional De Nerja Calle San Juan 42. Nerja 29780. Social and Cultural Association No 1612 Telephone during opening hours 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 Email: clubinternacionaldenerja@outlook. com “Totally run by volunteers”
December 2015 Outings & Events
2nd Outing to Rute to visit the Anis Museum and the Chocolate Belen price €15 (€17) 3rd, Social Night in the clubhouse from 19.30 hrs see our latest schedule 4th Christmas Dinner at Potters ticket €20 (€25) 7th Malaga Christmas lights outing €10 (€15) 9th Gibraltar Outing €12 (€17) 9th 23rd Photography Club 17.30 – 19.30 hrs (Small fee applies) 10th Christmas Quiz from 19.30 hrs €3 (€3) 15th Trapiche Market, Shopping Centre and Iceland day Trip price €10 (€15) 17th Carol singing with mulled wine and mince pies €2 on the door from 19.30 hrs 18th Christmas Lunch at Potters ticket €20 (€25) 19th Grand Christmas Raffle Draw from 12.30hrs 24th Club Closed until 2nd January 2016 January 2016 Outings and Events 2nd Club re-opens 5th Malaga 3 Kings parade €10 (€150 7th, 14th & 28th Social Night in the clubhouse from 19.30 hrs see our latest
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12th Tapas Tour €10 (€15) more details on January contact Club Internacional de Nerja 100 club draw first saturday of every month Every Monday from 19.30 hrs open for darts and a drink at the bar Membership now available €15 per person Prices in brackets () for visitors
LUX MUNDI ECUMENCIAL CENTRE
Torre del Mar. Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Opening hours Monday through Friday 10.00 to 13.00 and 15.00 to 18.00. Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org Web: www.lux-mundi.org LUX MUNDI, TORRE DEL MAR COMING EVENT AND EXCURSIONS SEPTEMBER 7th & 8th December – Centre closed for Fiesta. Friday 11th December – Coach Excursion to Malaga, Christmas Lights, Belenes (Nativities) and Tims Choir Concert. Ticket price 10 Euros. All proceeds to fund raising. Monday 14, Tuesday 15 and Wednesday 16th December - Coach Excursion to Seville – Lights and Sights. Your accommodation is at the 3* Hotel Eurostar Regina3 on a half board basis. Ticket price 165 Euros per person sharing a double room and 198 Euros All proceeds to fund raising. Tuesday 15th December - Photography Group. Time at the Centre 16:00h. Ticket price 4€ per lesson available at the Centre. Proceeds for Fund raising. Thursday 17th December - Coach Excursion to Gibraltar.Ticket price 12 Euros available at the Centre. Proceeds for fund raising. PASSPORTS / I.D. REQUIRED. Friday 18th December - All Classes stop for the Christmas Break and will re-start on Monday 11th January. Saturday 19th December – Christmas Carol Service. Time 18.00h. Monday thru Thursday 21st to 24th December The Centre will be open mornings only. Friday 25th December - Christmas Day, Public Holiday Centre closed. Monday 28th thru Wednesday 30th December – The Centre will be open morning only. Thursday 31st December – “Fin de Ano”, New Year Celebration. Ticket price 2.50 Euros available at the Centre. Time 11.00h to 13.00h. For further information and bookings please contact the Centre, Torre del Mar Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org .Please note you are unable to make bookings through the web site and sorry we cannot accept cards.
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Local choir “CoraXalia” has the pleasure of inviting you to two Christmas concerts, one at San José Church in Viñuela on Saturday 12 December at 19.00 and one at San Salvador de Nerja church (on the balcón), Saturday 19 December at 20.00. Hope to see you there! For more information please email eucorax@ hotmail.es or Tel: 669 682 139 English / 689 111 352 Spanish. “One Voice” in concert, on Friday the 4th of December. The concert will take place at 20.00h at the “Capilla”, next to the Tanatorio in Cómpeta. Christmas market on Saturday the 5th of December from 10 till 2 at the Paseo de las Tradiciones, Competa and the square next to the church. If it´s raining the market will be at the Town Hall car park. From the 14th until the 20th of December Cómpeta celebrates the “Semana del Mayor” (week of the Elderly). For the full program please contact the Town Hall. Thursday the 24th of December: Midnight Christmas Mess in the church of Cómpeta.
Festival of Colour 7th December, Sierra Nevada, Granada
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The Anglican Parish of Nerja and Almuñécar will be holding their traditional Christmas Carol Service at 5.30 pm on Wednesday the 16th December at the church of San Miguel (Iglesia de San Miguel) in Plaza Andalucía, Nerja. De Cotta Law is sponsoring the choir, and invites everybody to enjoy mulled wine and mince pies after the service. There will be a charity collection for Save The Children, and De Cotta Law hopes you can contribute to this good cause.
Bryan Adams at Palacio Deportes de Granada on 24th January 2016 Disney On Ice at Palacio Martín Carpena-Martín Carpena Málaga on 1st and 2nd March 2016
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LIVE MUSIC at Bar Amalia, Archez 18th December Silver Fox Band From 8pm LIVE MUSIC at Vintash Tanit and Bahia de Tanit in Torre del Mar See their main advert in the Places to Eat and Drink section. Follow them on Facebook for entertainment in December
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SPORT IN DECEMBER
SPORT IN DECEMBER ATHLETICS 13th 22nd SPAR European Cross Country Championships, Toulon-Hyeres, France. CRICKET 26th-30th First Test Match South Africa v England, Durban DARTS 17th Dec - 3rd Jan - PDC World Championships, Alexandra Palace HORSE RACING 27th-28th King George Vi Meeting, Kempton Park GOLF 3rd - 6th European Tour: Nedbank Golf Challenge, Sun City, South Africa. 3rd - 6th USPGA Tour: Hero World Challenge, New Providence, Bahamas. 3rd - 6th European Tour: Australian PGA Championship, Gold Coast, Qld, Aust.
10th - 12th USPGA Tour: Franklin Templeton Shootout, Naples, Florida, United States. SNOOKER 24 Nov - 6 Dec: UK Championship, Barbican Centre, York FOOTBALL The Premier League have full fixtures each weekend during the month EURO 2016 12th Draw for Euro 2016 Championships, Paris CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 8th Real Madrid v Malmö, Wolfsburg v Man Utd, Man City v B M’gladbach 9th Bayer Levkn v Barcelona, Olympiakos v Arsenal, Chelsea v FC Porto EUROPA LEAGUE 10th Fenerbahçe v Celtic, FC Sion v Liverpool, Spurs v Monaco
PREMIER LEAGUE Sunday 13th December Saturday 5th December Aston Villa v Arsenal 14:30 Stoke v Man City 13:45 Liverpool v West Brom 17:00 Arsenal v Sunderland 16:00 Tottenham v Newcastle 17:00 Man Utd v West Ham 16:00 Monday 14th December Southampton v Aston Villa 16:00 Chelsea v Sunderland 16:00 Swansea v Leicester 16:00 Everton v Leicester 16:00 Watford v Norwich 16:00 Man Utd v Norwich 16:00 West Brom v Totteham 16:00 Southampton v Tottenham 16:00 Chelsea v Bournemouth 18:30 Stoke v Crystal Palace 16:00 Sunday 6th December West Brom v Bournemouth 16:00 Newcastle v Liverpool 17:00 Newcastle v Aston Villa 18:30 Monday 7th December Sunday 20th December Everton v Crystal Palace 21:00 Watford v Liverpool 14:30 Saturday 12th December Swansea v West Ham 17:00 Norwich v Everton 13:45 Monday 21st December Crystal Palace v Soton 16:00 Arsenal v Man City 21:00 Man City v Swansea 16:00 Saturday 26th December Sunderland v Watford 16:00 Stoke v Man Utd 13:45 West Ham v Stoke 16:00 Aston Villa v West Ham 16:00 Bournemouth v Man Utd 18:30 Brnmouth v Crystal Palace 16:00
Liverpool v Leicester 16:00 Man City v Sunderland 16:00 Swansea v West Brom 16:00 Tottenham v Norwich 16:00 Newcastle v Everton 18:30 Southampton v Arsenal 20:45 Monday 28th December Crystal Palace v Swansea 16:00 Everton v Stoke 16:00 Norwich v Aston Villa 16:00 Watford v Tottenham 16:00 West Brom v Newcastle 16:00 Arsenal v Bournemouth 18:30 Man Utd v Chelsea 18:30 West Ham v Southampton 18:30 Tuesday 29th December Leicester v Man City 20:45 Wednesday 30th December Sunderland v Liverpool 20:45
Sports News Dan Sherry on behalf of OLAS, Burriana Beach, Nerja
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